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Instant Pot Bourbon BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders

January 11, 2019 by MamaHarris Leave a Comment

When I tell you that these Instant Pot Bourbon BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders saved me during the holiday season last year, I really do mean it! Last year, on December 17th 2017, I lost my very dear Mother. She was only 10 days into her 61st year on this earth before she was called home. Life just hasn't been the same since losing my mom, and it all happened so suddenly and so unexpectedly. The loss of my mom shook me to my core, and honestly it has been difficult to get through. I've actually had this recipe typed up for a long time, and I'd planned to share it on the one year anniversary of the day she left us, however I just haven't been able to... It's hard to believe we are now in 2019 and she left us at the end of 2017. I keep saying "last year", not realizing how much time continues to pass and go forward. I'd planned to share this recipe before Christmas of 2018, because it's what got me through that first holiday season, however it really is a perfect recipe year round. Whether … [Continue]

Instant Pot Spice-Rubbed Pork Chops with Veggies

October 30, 2018 by MamaHarris 2 Comments

Instant Pot Spice-Rubbed Boneless Pork Chops with Veggies #OpenNature AD | Mama Harris' Kitchen

This recipe for Instant Pot Spice-Rubbed Pork Chops with Veggies is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Safeway. The opinions and text are all mine. #OpenNature #ad Weekday afternoons are always a stressful time for me. Between homework, football practice and dinner - well sometimes it's all a big blur. I've really grown to love my Instant Pot for the efficient ways I can get dinner on the table for my hungry family in a quickness. Meals that are ready in less than thirty minutes are my jam, and if I can do it all in one pot, well then it's my favorite! Instant Pot Spice-Rubbed Pork Chops with Veggies October is National Pork month, and I already have quite a few recipes that are my go-to for pork chops or shredded pork sliders. However, sometimes everyone is in the mood for a meat and potatoes kind of meal, and this is just that! I decided on boneless pork chops because of the quick cooking time, PLUS this is a super affordable meal in addition to being tasty and … [Continue]

Mountain House Inaugural Global Food Fair

October 15, 2018 by MamaHarris Leave a Comment

This is a sponsored conversation, in collaboration with Mountain House Developers. All opinions are my own. In the beginning of October I attended a delicious food filled day at the Inaugural Global Food Fair in Mountain House, California. Mountain House is located in Northern California, just outside of the Bay Area - just east of Livermore. Mountain House is small close-knit community that's split up by "villages", with each village having it's own school with beautifully landscaped parks and picturesque sidewalks. One of the things I appreciate most about Mountain House is how diverse it is, and that is actually one of the biggest draws to the area from new residents. On any given day … [Continue]

Peach Pico de Gallo

August 2, 2018 by MamaHarris Leave a Comment

Last month I shared these delicious Chili Rubbed Ribeye Tacos, and they were topped with refreshingly delicious peach pico de gallo that is so perfect for the summer months. I received so many questions about the peach pico de gallo, so I'm sharing the recipe with you now. I hope you love it as much as we did! This time of year there's so much fresh fruit and produce available, I love to make a variety of dishes with as much freshness as I can. Pico de Gallo, a traditional Mexican fresh salsa, is a great way to use up the many tomatoes that are currently in season. It's perfect over grilled meats and fish, over tacos, on nachos or even as a dip for other fresh vegetables or chips. I wanted … [Continue]

Chili Rubbed Ribeye Tacos with Esquites (Elote Salad)

June 28, 2018 by MamaHarris 12 Comments

I was asked by Carusele to participate in the #SaveMartSummer campaign, sponsored by Save Mart. Although I have been compensated, all opinions are my own. I hope you enjoy this recipe for chili rubbed ribeye tacos with esquites. Summer is officially here, which means grilling season is underway! One of my favorite things about summer is the abundance of fresh fruits and veggies that are in season that compliment all of those tasty grilled meats so perfectly. Every time I go shopping I am always grabbing all types of colorful fresh ingredients, I just can't help myself! This Fourth of July will be spent enjoying family time together over some super easy chili rubbed ribeye tacos with … [Continue]

Lemon Pepper Tuna Pasta with White Wine Sauce, Capers and Dill

March 15, 2018 by MamaHarris 7 Comments

This recipe for Lemon pepper Tuna Pasta with White Wine Sauce, Capers and Dill is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of StarKist Tuna Creations®. The opinions and text are all mine. #TearEatGo One of the things I miss the most about working outside of the home is going out for lunch. I enjoyed trying new restaurants and diners away from the routine ones near my home, new places that I otherwise may not have tried. It was always like a new adventure or discovery. I often came back from my lunch breaks feeling excited and full, with a new energy that comes with breaking up the monotony of the workday. One of my favorite meals during those years was at little Italian restaurant that … [Continue]

Behind the Scenes at Sprouts Farmers Market

November 30, 2017 by MamaHarris 1 Comment

This post, as well as the travel involved, were sponsored by Sprouts Farmers Market. As always, all opinions are my own. #HelloSprouts If you love Sprouts Farmer's Market, then you'll really enjoy the inside scoop and behind the scenes action that I have for you today! For the past year I've been partnering with Sprouts Farmers Market creating delicious recipes using their signature line of products and I've absolutely fallen in love with their stores and so many of their products. You can just imagine my excitement when I was invited to the #HelloSprouts Influencer Retreat in Arizona back in August for three days of food, friends and fun! The itinerary was packed full of adventures that … [Continue]

20 Minute Caprese Chicken PLUS a Circulon GIVEAWAY!

October 5, 2017 by MamaHarris 90 Comments

Special thanks to Circulon® for sponsoring this recipe for 20 Minute Caprese Chicken and the opportunity for one lucky winner to receive a Circulon® Momentum™ Cookware Set! #CirclesForLife #SimpleGourmet I know, I know. It's already October. I still find it hard to believe! Where I live school starts right in the middle of the official "Summer" months, so I get thrown off with my seasons those first few months. It also doesn't help that September had a majority of triple digit weather days, and even in October we're still sitting comfortably in the 90's. Honestly from summertime to the fall season I'm looking for quick and easy recipes to make for dinner, because I simply don't have the … [Continue]

Mushroom Lovers’ Roasted Pork Loin and Green Beans

October 3, 2017 by MamaHarris 1 Comment

Mushroom Lovers' Roasted Pork Loin Filet and Green Beans #RealFlavorRealFast AD | Mama Harris' Kitchen

This Mushroom Lovers' Roasted Pork Loin and Green Beans recipe is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Smithfield® Marinated Fresh Pork. The opinions and text are all mine. #RealFlavorRealFast It's the time of year where people are scouring the internet for the perfect quick dinners. Fall has arrived, school is in session, and everyone is busy! Before you decide on ordering takeout for the third time this week, for real flavor, real fast try this recipe perfect for mushroom lovers! This pork loin filet is quickly pan-seared on the stove top before roasting at high heat with green beans, then served on top of cooked rice. So good and SO QUICK! This recipe takes almost exactly 30 … [Continue]

Shrimp, Chicken and Sausage Gumbo with Mango

September 28, 2017 by MamaHarris 6 Comments

Special thanks to National Mango Board for sponsoring this Shrimp, Chicken and Sausage Gumbo with Mango recipe as a part of the #MeetYourMango campaign. As always, all opinions are my own. Now that my kids are getting older, I've been thinking a lot about family traditions. When my children have their own families, I'd like them to look back at their childhood memories with love. I'd like them to be able to recall specific traditions from their memories and build their own with their families. I didn't have too many in my own family. For holidays we would gather at my aunt's house. On certain holidays, we'd have very specific meals, and Christmas dinner was always more important than … [Continue]