A nice treat on a cold day! So, we call it Shepherd’s Pie…..but it’s Cottage Pie What’s the difference you say? Cottage Pie is made with ground beef, technically Shepherd’s Pie is with ground lamb. We’re not that fancy around these parts. 🙂 I usually go with the Food Network recipe here: https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/alton-brown/shepherds-pie-recipe2-1942900 And use… Continue reading Shepherd’s Pie (aka Cottage Pie) – hearty and rich flavor
Month: December 2021
American Goulash
Not your Grandma’s Goulash I was hesitant…..goulash? It sounds scary. But, don’t knock it until you’ve tasted it! The macaroni noodles are my kids’ favorite and sometimes I even sneak in come grated carrots and zucchini. ***shhhhh!!!!*** 2 pounds 80/20 ground beef 1 large onion, diced 4 garlic cloves, minced (measure with your heart!) 3… Continue reading American Goulash
Chicken and Rice Bake
King Kids Family Fav This one was originally served by our friends and we have made it a regular in our routine. I like that I can make this and then walk away for the hour it takes to bake without babysitting. It can also be made ahead of time and cooked, then reheated without… Continue reading Chicken and Rice Bake
Tuna Noodle Casserole
aka Tuna Nuna Casserole This was one of my favorite growing up, apparently my dad never complained about it and neither did we as kids. Now it’s become a favorite of my growing tribe, but now we hardly have any leftovers! We sometimes double this and bring this tasty treat to my friend’s husband –… Continue reading Tuna Noodle Casserole
Beef Stroganoff a la King
We adapted this version from the one my mother in law made for my husband growing up. 1 – 1 1/2 lbs ground beef 1/2 white onion, diced 1 tsp minced garlic (measure with your heart! <3 ) 1 tablespoon oil of your choice 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms – optional (Baby Bella or Cremini are… Continue reading Beef Stroganoff a la King
New Year – New Plan
With the year about to tick over into 2022, it was time to regroup on our meal planning. JOIN US! We are working on going through our pantry to keep from wasting food from passing the best buy date and also in light of rising food costs. I’m not ready to a true “pantry challenge”… Continue reading New Year – New Plan
Sloppy Joe Sauce – make ahead Maid Rite? Loose Meat?
Sloppy Joe? Maid Rite? Loose meat? No matter what you call them—they are delicious! We typically double or triple our sauce, then use quart size bags to freeze flat to have ready to go for the next time the kids beg for these! This recipe mixes best with 1.5 pounds of cooked ground beef. 1/8… Continue reading Sloppy Joe Sauce – make ahead Maid Rite? Loose Meat?
Catalina Chicken
Fast & Easy – double it and freeze one for later! We LOVE LOVE LOVE this one. It is my ‘go-to’ for bringing a freezer meal for friends who need a blessing. Dump it in the crock pot thawed…or frozen and in a few yours it’s ready. I often make two at one time. One… Continue reading Catalina Chicken
5 Soup Casserole
We were gifted this family favorite after the birth of our 3rd child by a dear friend. This is her family’s special recipe! 5 Soup Casserole 1/2 – 1 pound PRE-COOKED ground beef/ground turkey 1 can cream of celery soup 1 can cream of chicken soup 1 can cream of mushroom soup 1 can beef… Continue reading 5 Soup Casserole