Toaster Oven Mac and Cheese Recipe

As a busy mom, I’m always looking for short cuts and easy recipes for weeknight meals.  This toaster oven mac and cheese recipe is one of my favorites.  It pairs well with grilled steak or pork chops for an easy summer meal.  The shallow dishes […]

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Turn Leftover Potato Salad into Roasted Potatoes

This weekend, I made a tray of potato salad for Lucas’ birthday party.  We had half a tray of leftover potato salad which I felt guilty about throwing away.  I placed it in an air tight container in the fridge until I could figure out […]

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Puerto Rican Rice and Beans Recipe

Arroz con habichuelas is a Puerto Rican staple. In my house, rice is served as a side dish most nights. Lucas’ favorites are white rice and “special rice” (aka Chicken Flavored Rice A Roni).  Whether you use canned or dry beans is a personal preference […]

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Caesar Salad Dressing Recipe

Caesar salad is one of my favorite salads.  I love making it as a side for weeknight dinner topped with grilled chicken or steak.  For parties, you can make a tray of Caesar salad and feed a good number of people.  This Caesar salad dressing […]

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Traditional Potato Salad Recipe

Potato salad is one of my favorite sides.  It’s quick and easy so you can make it for weekday dinner or the night before a party.  This potato salad recipe makes a tray so it’s party-sized. Ingredients: 3 lb bag baby gold potatoes 1 cup […]

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