Slow cookers are the best thing since sliced bread. I use mine all year round, but never more than in the fall and winter months. Maybe it’s because fall sports start and dinnertime is the furthest thing from my mind. We’re crazy busy which doesn’t give me much time in the kitchen to put together Read More >>
Slow Cooker 13 Bean Soup Recipe
I almost feel guilty finding a recipe on a company’s website {Bob’s Red Mill} and then telling you guys to go make the recipe using a cheaper but equally awesome alternative ingredient {Winco’s 13 bean mix, not Bob’s Red Mill}. But seriously it will save you money and taste totally awesome. So I had to Read More >>
White Bean Dip with Sun Dried Tomatoes
I’m a sucker for hummus. I can’t get enough of the stuff. But this recipe kicks hummus’ booty to the curb. I dare you not to eat it with a spoon! I totally did. And then with some crackers. And then with some carrots. And then with some pita chips. Until it was gone. All Read More >>
Green Beans with Toasted Cashews
If you’re sick of the traditional green bean casserole at Thanksgiving dinner, raise your hand. If you could see me, you’d be able to see my hand raised high in the air. YUCK is all I have to say about that casserole. If you too are looking for a better alternative, look no further than Read More >>
Garlic Beans with Pine Nuts
In a lot of ways, beans are like zucchini. When they grow, you better watch out or they will overtake your pantry, fridge, counter. Picking is never ending and so is the supply of green beans. So I’m always looking for simple ways to spice them up and make a side dish out of them. Read More >>