Pumpkin Mac and Cheese with Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Cauliflower
This dish screams fall to me. I love the way the flavors of nutmeg, sage, gouda, pumpkin and the vegetables all compliment each other. This was inspired by, and adapted…
Chili Lime Melon
This is a sophisticated twist on a bowl of fruit. It is reminiscent of the flavors found in a South American fruit salad. The cilantro and chili powder add a depth…
Cheese Stuffed Mini Bell Peppers
These are so yummy and work as an appetizer or side dish. I’ve done them with and without the turkey bacon and like them either way, or you could use…
Roasted Okra
This is by far my favorite way I’ve ever eaten okra and it is so simple. It’s not slimey at all, and my non-okra liking hubby loves this. To make…
Wilted Spinach Salad
This is one of my favorite salads. It’s simple, yet elegant. You can serve it with cloves of roasted garlic, toasted pine nuts, or curls of parmesan cheese. -2 Tbsp…
Zucchini and Rice Gratin
This is a twist on an old school Julia Child recipe. I have lightened up her recipe significantly and simplified the process. I loved the end result. This would be…
Roasted Parmesan Zucchini
This is my favorite way to eat zucchini. To make this #dinnerdoneby9am I cut the zucchini in the morning and combine the oil with the spices, cover and set it…
Israeli Chopped Salad
This is a great salad to serve with gyros, hummus, chicken gyros, shakshuka or any Middle Eastern meal. You can also toss feta and/ or chickpeas into this to make…
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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