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Spinach Artichoke Dip
This can be assembled up to 3 days before a party, refrigerated, then heated up just before serving. I’ve also stuffed this dip inside of portobello mushroom caps and roasted…
Sweetwater Salad
When I loved in Northern Virginia there was a restaurant named Sweetwater that I went to often after work. That was the same season in my life when I was…
Lamb Meatballs with Tzatziki Sauce
To make these #dinnerdoneby9am I fully assemble the meatballs in the morning without baking, then refrigerate all day, and bake just prior to serving. I also make the Tzatziki Sauce…
Red Curry Peanut Chicken Ramen Soup
I was inspired by this recipe on Half Baked Harvest, but changed it a bit to suit our tastes. The result is a flavor packed soup that is not your…
Easy Tiramisu
Authentic Tiramisu would be a little more labor intense, involving making a custard with egg yolks. This version comes together quickly, but still has all the great flavors of the…
Buffalo Chicken Enchiladas
These enchiladas have all the flavors of your favorite Buffalo Wing appetizer, but lightened up and turned into a hearty dinner. To make these #dinnerdoneby9am I fully assemble the enchiladas…
Sour Godmother
This cocktail is a cross between a Godmother and an Amaretto Sour. -2 oz amaretto -1 oz vodka -3/4 oz lemon juice Shake or stir ingredients together and serve over…
Turkey and Sweet Potato Shepherds Pie
Using turkey as the meat and sweet potatoes in place of white potatoes gives this dish a twist on the traditional shepherds pie. To make this #dinnerdoneby9am I fully assemble…
Loaded Potato Soup (Slow Cooker or Pressure Cooker)
I’ve lightened this soup up and added some nutrition by replacing half of the potatoes with cauliflower. To make this #dinnerdoneby9am I dump everything in the slow cooker in the…
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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