These Instant Pot Artichokes with Chipotle Mayo Dip are easy, delicious, and so full of flavor. Using the Instant Pot helps to jump start the cook time, and the chipotle mayo gives a great zing! Artichoke season is coming up, and I'm already starting to see artichokes on sale at my favorite stores. I grew up eating artichokes almost weekly, and they are one of my favorite side dishes for any meal. When I was growing up my parents would either boil the artichokes or steam them in a wok, so ... continue reading...
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Easy One-Pot Lasagna Soup
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Instant Pot Pasta E Fagioli Soup
This post was sponsored by Better Than Bouillon as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. My Instant Pot Pasta E Fagioli Soup is a delicious and comforting option for the Fall and Winter season, and also great for busy weeknights! This soup is perfect for the holiday season when you need to feed a houseful of visitors without being stuck in the kitchen for hours. Instant Pot Pasta E Fagioli Soup Fall and Winter seasons are ... continue reading...
Peanut Butter Marshmallow Chocolate Chunk Cookies
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Cheesy Baked Ravioli with Creamy Marinara Meat Sauce
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Fresh Entertaining Ideas with Tuna
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of StarKist Selects E.V.O.O.® As always, all thoughts are my own. A couple of weeks ago I had the pleasure of attending a lunch here in Northern California highlighting recipes that are ideal for entertaining using StarKist Selects E.V.O.O.®. Complete with a lemonade bar, the finger foods and lunch were delicious, and it was a great day spent with other bloggers that were also local to the area. I was so inspired by the handful of recipes ... continue reading...
Southwest Grilled Chicken and Avocado Salad
This post for Southwest Grilled Chicken and Avocado Salad with Chipotle Ranch was sponsored by Better Than Bouillon as part of an Influencer Activation for Influencer Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. Southwest Grilled Chicken and Avocado salad recipe - a flavorful and juicy grilled chicken breast, sliced avocado, grilled corn on the cob and black beans, grape tomatoes, cubed cheese, Romaine lettuce and baby spinach, bell pepper, red and green onions, and cilantro make ... continue reading...
Quinoa Veggie Bowl with Chipotle Ranch
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Smoky Turmeric Cauliflower Rice
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Dairy-Free Ranch Dressing
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Herb Roasted Instant Pot Potatoes
I'm so excited that the weather is beginning to warm up! Allergies have been horrible this Spring, so I am definitely looking forward to summer. When things heat up I find other ways to prepare dinners and meals that don't utilize the oven. These Herb Roasted Instant Pot Potatoes are honestly a great side dish all year round, but they're a great addition to a juicy grilled steak or pan fried fish this summer. I've had my Instant Pot for about a year and a half now. I remember when I first got ... continue reading...
Tex-Mex Tuna Melt Quesadillas
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Slow Cooker Creamed Corn
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Three Cheese Garlic-Herb Drop Biscuits
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Hearty Instant Pot Chili
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Instant Pot Bourbon BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders
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 ... continue reading...
Instant Pot Spice-Rubbed Pork Chops with Veggies
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 ... continue reading...
Mountain House Inaugural Global Food Fair
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 ... continue reading...
Peach Pico de Gallo
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, ... continue reading...
Chili Rubbed Ribeye Tacos with Esquites (Elote Salad)
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 ... continue reading...
