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I love my favorite chili recipe, white bean chicken chili. But for a long time have been looking for a recipe for red-bean chili. Most chili needs to sit on the stove simmering all day – and don’t get me wrong, love those! But this mom needs to be realistic…I don’t have time to stand around watching chili […]
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September 27, 2012
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Dinnertime this week has been easy-going and carefree. When we have a busy week of sports and after-school activities, our meals tend to be planned day of. We still eat healthy and it’s a nice break from the kitchen for me! Last week on my meal plan we had grilled chicken, rice and veggie’s one […]
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September 20, 2012
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Last week I tried a new side dish recipe to go along with taco night – jasmine rice with lime juice and fresh cilantro. The recipe was great and turned out to be the perfect addition to our taco bar. The ingredients… Love fresh, simple recipes…and this one meets that requirement! Start by sautéing a […]
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September 12, 2012
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You know I’m all about simplicity. Recipes fall into that category too! Usually, when we have taco night, I’d brown some organic, low-fat beef. But lately I’ve been making a delicious shredded chicken taco meat in the crock-pot. It’s so easy and delicious! Really, you can use this shredded chicken in more than tacos. Think burritos, […]
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September 9, 2012
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If it’s almost August, it’s almost football season. And if it’s almost football season, it’s inching closer to chili season. My favorite season of the year!! I’ve been digging through my favorite fall recipes and wanted to share my favorite white bean chicken chili recipe with you guys. I discovered this recipe in Southern Living, made […]
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August 23, 2012
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Being on vacation gives this mommy a nice break from cooking and standing in the kitchen (for what feels like) all day. It also gives me a break from cleaning the kitchen each night. But do admit it’s nice to return home to make our family healthy, home-cooked meals again. This week I made a favorite […]
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