Low Carb Chicken Verde Queso Soup | 15 Minute Meal

Looking for a semi-homemade, entirely delicious soup to warm you up on those chilly nights when you don’t have a second to spare? My Low Carb Chicken Verde Queso Soup is a speedy solution that relies on pre-cooked, shredded chicken and a brick of cream cheese for a jump start. Don’t fret, fresh veggies like mushrooms and spinach are also included. Low Carb Chicken Verde Queso Soup a 15 minute meal gluten free

I almost always have meal prepped shredded chicken in the in the freezer for occasions like this, but most grocery stores offer packaged in the meat or deli department as well (you can also cube up grilled chicken breasts instead). Read on to get the recipe for this 15-minute meal that will warm your belly and nourish your soul, without adding any stress or mess! Continue reading

Crunchy Cabo Coleslaw

Nothing says summer side dish more than coleslaw, and there are so many tasty takes on it! My Crunchy Cabo Coleslaw adds vibrant color and a limey-spicy bite to your special summer events . . . or any ole night.

Crunchy Cabo Coleslaw

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Beef Enchilada Instant Pot Meatballs

The only thing traditional about my meatballs and sauce is the meat – it’s beef.  While Italian spices are nice, southwestern spices like cumin are ground chipotle pepper are twice as nice. And, rather than slaving away all day in the kitchen with a slow-simmer, I’ve cut the cook time into a tiny fraction of old-school recipes thanks to the Instant Pot.  Check out my recipe for Beef Enchilada Instant Pot Meatballs because, yee-haw, it’s what’s for dinner in 30 minutes.Beef Enchilada Instant Pot Meatballs

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Gluten-free Pumpkin Turmeric Tortillas

For the love of all things orange and round, I present to you Gluten-Free Pumpkin Turmeric TortillasGluten Free Pumpkin Turmeric Tortillas

They are tender and yummy, ready for your creative taco fillings or just to be enjoyed with a little pat of butter. Read on to get the surprisingly easy recipe. Continue reading

Carnitas & Street Corn Stuffed Zucchini with Ole Frijoles Pinto Bean Sauce

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Farmer Direct Co-op, however all opinions, content and enthusiasm are my own.

Spiralizing zucchini is trend that will never grow old, but every now and then I like to turn the tide and unleash deliciously stuffed zucchini boats for dinner. I’m not talking about the old-school stuffed squash my mama used to make with our backyard garden bumper crop, it might have been a bit mushy, bland, and hard to swallow (sorry mom). Instead, my recipe for Carnitas & Street Corn Stuffed Zucchini Boats with “Ole Frijoles” Pinto Bean Sauce is totally crave-worthy and turns supper-time with spicy south-of-the-border fiesta. Carnitas & Sreet Corn Stuff Zucchini With Bean Sauce

With pre-shredded pork roast and pinto beans cooked overnight, this family favorite recipe can be made in just 30 minutes – making it perfect for a busy weeknight meal. It can also be prepped the night before and popped in the oven 20 minutes before dinner. I’ve used pinto beans from Farmer Direct Co-op and, at the end of this post, you can grab the zucchini recipe and also enter to win a giveaway prize pack that includes an assortment of their top-selling organic, non-GMO and fair-trade products packaged in 1lb. bags.

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