Red Curry Vegetable Soup
I created this soup to use up leftover veggies and noodles I had on hand from Vietnamese Noodle Bowls. -1 Tbsp canola oil -1 onion, sliced -6 c chicken or…
Chimichurri Sauce
I love the bright flavors on this sauce. It works well as a topping for cooked meat or vegetables, or even for dipping bread. I particularly like it served over…
Pickled Red Onions
I like to serve these in salads, on sandwiches or in tacos. They are particularly great on my Slow Cooker Carnitas or Slow Cooker Barbacoa. -1 1/2 cup white vinegar…
Tropical Salsa
I serve this with my Slow Cooker Jerk Chicken Tacos. It would be great as a stand alone appetizer, on tacos, or to top a pork tenderloin, chicken breast or…
Moroccan Sweet Potato Lentil Stew
This is a hearty yet healthy stew. To make this #dinnerdoneby9am I fully prepare the stew in the morning removing from heat before stirring in the spinach. Then I refrigerate…
Perfect Polenta
It took me years to perfect polenta. Time and time I ended up with lumpy polenta. The way I cook it now ensures that it is not lumpy, and the…
Corn Spoonbread
This is a cross between cornbread and corn pudding. It’s a great side dish for BBQ, Mexican food, or many meat main dishes. When I’m in the mood for something…
Quick Refried Black Beans
This is a quick and easy side for any Mexican meal, or an easy vegetarian meal when topped with avocado and/ or cheese. This mixture is so good as is…
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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