This broccoli is the best. I hated broccoli as a kid. Like you could not get me to eat it at all. But this broccoli is awesome! It is really good. You should try this! Instant Pot Broccoli Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 5-10 minutes (including time to come to pressure) Ingredients 1 cup…
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Instant Pot Mac & Cheese
This is one of the best mac & cheese recipes I have ever had and it is easily the fastest way I have found to cook it that does not involve buying the processed stuff that comes from a box. It tastes like it took a lot longer to cook and no one will suspect…
Chicken Parmesan Stuffed Peppers
Chicken Parmesan Stuffed Peppers Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes including time to come to pressure and de-pressurize Ingredients 2 bell peppers 2 chicken breasts, cooked and shredded 1 1/2 cups marinara sauce 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes…
Bruschetta Chicken Bake
This dish has the fresh, summer flavors of bruschetta but it’s an entree version that adds healthy protein. Bruschetta Chicken Bake Prep Time/Active Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 35-40 minutes Total Time: 45-50 minutes Ingredients 4 chicken breasts 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1/2 cup balsamic vinaigrette dressing 1/2 cup mozzarella shredded cheese 1 cup grape…
Chocolate Covered Fruit Bites
An easy 2 ingredient recipe that works with any fruit that will curb your mid afternoon or late night sugar cravings. Just melt milk chocolate in the microwave and dip in or pour over fruit. I froze pineapple slices for half an hour and then dunked them in the chocolate. For the frozen mango, I…
Everything Bagel Hummus
Tired of plain hummus? Give this two ingredient snack a try! Gives your hummus a salty and crunchy addition that is awesome with pita bread, cucumbers, olives, carrots and more! Add 1 tablespoon of everything bagel seasoning to your hummus container and stir. This can be found at Walmart, Trader Joe’s and even on Amazon….
Easy French Fries
French fries seem like they would be easy but we have ended up with undercooked and over cooked fries many times. After a few rounds of testing I have found this is the best result!  Start by washing potatoes. I used 4 small ones. Cut off the ends so it can stand up on…
Taco Pasta
This is a yummy family friendly recipe that is great for taco night or for making ahead to eat for dinner. It is a great recipe to make and share with friends and family if you want to take a meal to share. Great for new moms and those who are in need of help…
Chocolate Cherry Oatmeal
This Oatmeal takes the juiciest, best sweet summer cherries and combines them with bitter dark chocolate chips for the best combination flavor ever. It is full of nutrients but it tastes like a dessert! So so yummy and you will love it.  Make your basic overnight oats base with oats, milk, chia seeds, honey,…
Instant Pot Spaghetti and Meatballs
I love making spaghetti and meatballs but it can take a lot of time and can be tough to accomplish in a week night. I like the idea of this recipe because you put all the ingredients in the Instant Pot and you just walk away. It’s that easy. When you return to release the…
A Date Night In 