Praline Bacon
What is better than bacon? Praline Bacon coated in brown sugar and pecans. Since is hands off as it bakes, this is the perfect dish for entertaining for holidays and…
Cheeseburger Salad
When you want a cheeseburger, but it’s bikini season- enter Cheeseburger Salad. I was inspired by the Cheeseburger Salad in the Pretty Dish Cookbook, but made a bunch of changes…
Slow Cooker Pork Chile Verde
This is an easy, hearty and flavorful stew. I like to use a pork loin for this, trimmed of all fat, but a shoulder or butt would work also, the…
Sesame Beef
This filling is super versatile. It can be served in lettuce wraps, on tortillas as tacos, or over a bed of rice. I like to serve it with sriracha, sesame…
Slow Cooker Maple Balsamic Pork
I took my favorite Maple Balsamic Pork Tenderloin recipe and adjusted it for the slow cooker to enjoy the same flavors, with a little less maintenance. The result was delicious-…
Slow Cooker Brisket
If you’re craving brisket but don’t own a smoker, this recipe has you covered. Nothing beats the flavor and texture of a good low and slow smoked brisket, but this…
Slow Cooker Carnitas with Pickled Onions
To make this #dinnerdoneby9am I throw everything in the slow cooker in the morning, and turn to warm once the meat is done. -1 (3-4) pork loin, shoulder or butt,…
Beef, Kale and Plantains with Chimichurri Sauce
This dish is inspired by the South American elements of plantain and chimichurri. To make this #dinnerdoneby9am I prepare the beef and kale mixture and chimichurri in the morning, refrigerate…
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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