Slow Cooker Sloppy Lentils
You can serve these on buns or over brown rice as a vegan sloppy joe alternative, or as a side dish to pair with your favorite meat. To make these…
Moo Shu
Ever since I was a little girl Moo Shu has been my favorite dish to order at a Chinese restaurant. Here’s my healthier version of this take-out classic. Serve Moo…
Huevos Rancheros
We eat this often for breakfast, lunch or dinner. We usually have all of the ingredients on hand and it comes together quickly for a last minute meal. -corn tortillas…
Japanese Cucumber Salad
This is an easy, refreshing, and healthy side dish. Garnish this with a sprinkle of sesame seeds, if desired. To make this #dinnerdoneby9am I fully assemble the salad in the…
Greek Salad
To make this #dinnerdoneby9am I assemble the salad ingredients in a bowl, make the dressing, refrigerate both all day, then toss the salad just before serving. Salad -8 oz romaine…
Pumpkin Spice Latte
-2 tablespoons pumpkin purée -1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, plus more to garnish -Freshly ground black pepper -2 tablespoons sugar -2 tablespoons vanilla extract -2 cups milk -1/4 c espresso, or 1/3 to 1/2 cup…
Tabbouleh
This is a light, crisp, refreshing salad that is standard Middle Eastern fare and absolutely delicious! Serve at room temperature with pita bread and hummus, or a grilled kabob. To…
White Bean and Artichoke Salad
This salad is a simple base recipe and can easily be altered to use, or leave out, what you have on hand. Some dijon mustard would be a great addition…
Meet Shannon

Hi - I'm Shannon! I'm a stay-at-home wife, mom to 3 boys and lover of all things culinary. I enjoy nothing more than a good meal paired with conversation with good people. With 3 kids and a busy home I like to prep dinner first thing in the morning (#dinnerdoneby9am) so that regardless of what happens during the day we have a delicious and nutritious meal ready to enjoy together. I want to provide you with simple techniques and nutritious recipes that will remove your dinnertime stress and free you up to enjoy healthy, delicious home-cooked meals with the people around you.
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