All posts in: Main Dishes

Quinoa with Kale Pesto

I found a big bag of cut up, triple washed kale at my Walmart this week! This makes me excited because kale is sort of a pain to wash, you know? I couldn’t wait to… Read more »

January 31, 2012 | Main Dishes

Soy Ginger Salmon

To quote my husband, “this is the best salmon I’ve ever had.” Maybe he was just throwing out compliments, but think I kind of agree.  The ginger gives it a crunchy and spicy (not hot)… Read more »

January 30, 2012 | Main Dishes

Honey Ginger Tilapia

Fish is so great for a busy weeknight because it takes no time to cook, it’s healthy and full of protein, and you won’t be hungry for dessert (yeah, right!).  The downside in my family… Read more »

January 24, 2012 | Main Dishes

Sweet Potato and Black Bean Enchiladas

I made these enchiladas a while back, and froze the leftover filling since it made way more enchiladas than I needed.  It was a cinch to thaw it out and bake with fresh tortillas and… Read more »

January 23, 2012 | Main Dishes

Kale Chips with Sea Salt

Kale chips? “No thanks”, I was thinking.  But then I tried them….pretty darn good.  Just like the Crispy Cajun Roasted Chickpeas, they are NOT better than potato chips.  But as a healthy, crispy, salty, snack,… Read more »

January 22, 2012 | Main Dishes

Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos

To me, the benefit of using the slow cooker is when you can dump stuff in and then eat it in 8 hours. Anytime a recipe requires me chop, cook on the stove, and then… Read more »

January 19, 2012 | Main Dishes

Slow Cooker Rosemary White Beans

When you have a simple recipe like this one that only has a few ingredients, you’ve got to make sure they are quality.  Don’t skimp on the fresh rosemary, spend the extra dollar on the… Read more »

January 18, 2012 | Main Dishes, Slow Cooker

Slow Cooker Homemade Chicken Stock

Did you know you can make homemade chicken stock 1) with rotisserie chicken parts and 2) in the slow cooker?  This is the least painful way to make delicious, healthy, cheap, homemade stock.  It’s only… Read more »

January 15, 2012 | Main Dishes, Slow Cooker

Lemon Chicken Paillard

Make this for your next dinner party, to impress your husband’s boss, or just for your kids.  It’s that pretty (and delicious!).  Don’t be scared by the sauce; it’s just gravy! Sort of.  It’s simple,… Read more »

January 10, 2012 | Main Dishes

Spicy Salmon with Avocado Salsa

A friend of mine told me today that her New Year’s resolution was to eat fish once a week.  I think that’s a great one, and I’m going to give it a shot myself!  It’s… Read more »

January 9, 2012 | Main Dishes