I created this recipe “Johnny-on-the-spot” to be used as a filling for the homemade pita bread I made the other day. I loved the flavor combination, as well as the great texture – with the use of both cooked vegetables as well as a little fresh cabbage for that added crunch! Continue reading
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Top Crust Chicken Pot Pie
Recipe by: Designs by Jeanne R
Living in Tucson, we don’t have to worry about many cold nights. On those few nights when a little warming up is in order, nothing is better than some good old fashioned, comfort food straight from the oven. Continue reading
Homemade Pretzel Dogs
I’ve certainly made my fair share of homemade pretzels over the years, but never pretzel dogs. I decided to try a recipe my husband found in the newspaper for pretzel rolls. Then I did a bit of research to figure out the logistics of making the pretzel dog. Some of the methods Continue reading
Pepperoni & Black Olive Marinara
Pepperoni flavors this marinara for a tangy, rich sauce that will appeal to the taste-buds of all ages. Pair it with spaghetti or your favorite pasta, or ladle & bake it over chicken…& you’ve got a deliciously flavored dish that’s sure to please. Continue reading
Amazing Chicken Stew, Enchilada Style
In a word, A-MAZ-ING! I had a request for a low carb meal, and I came up with this one on the spot. This is great because you can add all of the ingredients in a casserole dish with a lid, and bake in the oven for 1 – 1/2 hours (or the slow cooker!) and forget about it, knowing that the flavors will mingle & be even better with a little time! Continue reading
Thyme for Wild Rice & Pan Fried Chicken
Happy Friday, everyone! I hope your holiday weekend is off to a wonderful start. We were fortunate enough to get some nice rain this week, so the plants are looking happy, and my tiny herb garden Continue reading
Thai Chicken Bites
Doesn’t everyone love appetizers? They’re like a little party all by themselves! This recipe was inspired by a recipe called Thai Chicken Skewers, Continue reading
Ground Beef & Broccoli Curry
“One Pot Wonder” is the term we jokingly refer to in our home, when we reference this type of dish. “What’s for dinner, Mom?” I reply, “Oh, just a one pot wonder.” What’s the definition of this term? Hmm…usually a very simple week night meal, Continue reading