This week, I'm trying to simply things a bit by doing some big-batch cooking on Sunday, using those leftovers for quicker, easier meals throughout the week. I'm super excited for this one! Sunday: Double batch of Citrus Marinated Chicken (1 SP for up to two breasts) roasted on a sheet pan, along with Sheet Pan Roasted Vegetables (1 SP for about 2/3 cup); recipe posted soon, but I'll give you the breakdown below). To make this super easy, we're roasting everything at 450. For the ... continue reading...
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Creamy Broccoli Cheese Soup without the cream! A secret ingredient (white beans!) makes this luxurious soup without the guilt. I know it's not fall yet, but I'm so ready for my favorite season to start already! Don't get me wrong--I do like summer a lot. I usually have weeks off at a time (I teach summer school and am involved in some admin work for the university in one way or another) and get to enjoy some mini vacations here and there. But this summer was unusually hot and humid in SoCal, so ... continue reading...
I asked you all on Instagram and Facebook if you would want to see my menu plans with printable grocery lists, and the response was overwhelmingly--YES! So here ya go. I'm still not sure how to find a good shopping list add-on for Wordpress, so the list might looks a little strange, since it says "Recipe Notes" at the top. If any of you know of a good add-on for this, I'm all ears! FYI--I try to budget for about $80-$100 in groceries each week. I buy in bulk when things are on sale, so some ... continue reading...
This One Pot Macaroni and Cheese recipe cooks up in about 15 minutes. Creamy, cheesy, gooey, and only 200 calories a serving!I have a huge soft spot for macaroni and cheese. I'm talking blue box with powdered, neon-orange cheese. I know, I know. Fancy mac and cheese is delicious, but there's something nostalgic for me about the boxed version.That being said, a single serving (about a cup) of the blue box stuff clocks in at 13 SP. My version cuts that number in half, and everything is pretty much ... continue reading...
I know I post a lot of pasta recipes, but I'm Italian, so I have an excuse. 😝 This Puttanesca sauce is so rich and complex, the perfect way to liven up your typical marinara. 2 SP for 1/4 of the recipe. I cooked it with my favorite @aldentepastaco Carb Nada Egg Fettuccini for a super satisfying 6 SP dinner (4 servings). You can purchase the Carb Nada ---> here. Pasta Puttanesco 1 28 oz can crushed plum tomatoes .1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil3 garlic ... continue reading...
