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Who doesn’t love a no-bake cookie? This recipe reminds of the chocolate no-bake cookies my family has been making since I was a child. I like the peanut butter oats combination topped with chocolate. The family votes that the Preacher cookies are delicious! Preacher Cookies INGREDIENTS: 3.5 cups quick-cooking oats, uncooked 1 cups sugar 1 cup peanut butter 1 stick + 1 tablespoon unsalted…

Cucumber salads are a favorite of mine and chili crunch has become a new obsession. This dish is so good, so simple. I ate the salad immediately and ate the leftovers the next day and found it to be just as good. A definite favorite! Spicy Cucumber Salad INGREDIENTS: 1 1/2 cucumbers, sliced thin 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 1/4 tsp. sugar 1 tbsp. Chinese black vinegar (I used rice vinegar) 1…

Mediterranean Crispy Rice Salad did not disappoint. I cooked the rice earlier in the day and roasted before making the salad. You could use leftover rice to season and roast as well. I did not have fresh mint on hand but it was good with just fresh parsley. The salad is fresh, filling, and crunchy. I could make this all summer long! Mediterranean Crispy Rice Salad INGREDIENTS: 8 oz. rice 2…

Strawberry Pretzel Salad was a popular dessert in the midwest, and so yummy. This recipe satisfied my craving for the decadent dessert. It’s not so sweet and full of protein. I could eat this for a cool summer lunch and be satisfied! High Protein Strawberry Pretzel Salad Bowl INGREDIENTS: 1/2 cup thawed frozen strawberries, chopped if needed 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, chopped (can also…

Mojo Pork with Black Beans, Cilantro Rice and Guacamole…holy moly is it good! The pork is so tender and especially good once you fry it to put a little crisp on it. I’ll make this again and again. Crock Pot Mojo Pork with Cuban-Style Black Beans INGREDIENTS: Mojo Pork 3 – 4 lb boneless pork butt, also called pork shoulder, trimmed of excess fat then cut into big hunks 3/4 cup chicken…

I’ve posted many recipes by Iowa Girl Eats and this recipe is another winner. I added grilled chicken to add protein and it was delicious. I ate leftovers cold from the refrigerator and thought it was equally delicious! Sesame Peanut Sauce Noodles with Grilled Chicken INGREDIENTS: 8 oz gluten free spaghetti or ramen noodles 3 Tablespoons smooth peanut butter 3 Tablespoons gluten free…

Wow! This is an amazing dish that I will make on repeat. The pancake is bursting with flavor with the herbs and a hint of sweet and savory. The roasted onions on the bottom are so good. Our family loves goat cheese, so this recipe was a ‘must make’. I would encourage you to watch the roasting onions closely, so they don’t burn. The pancake itself baked through at 10 minutes. This savory pancake…

Wow! This recipe is so delicious. It makes my mouth water to think of it. I have a salmon filet to cook and found this recipe from pinchofyum, always a great site for recipes. I baked the salmon along with the asparagus on the same baking sheet and they both were done to perfection. I wish I had skinned the salmon before I baked it (lesson learned). I brushed the asparagus with olive oil and…

I was enjoying high tea at a friend’s house, and I was to bring the soup. It was warm day so something spring-like or cold sounded best. Since mushy peas are a classic British side dish, I decided on Green Pea Soup with Fresh Herbs. It was easy to make and quite refreshing. We served it warm with a dallop of the lemon yogurt topping. This would be wonderful for lunch served with a salad or…

Pesto Zucchini and Corn Salad was the perfect side dish for a BBQ or served as main dish. I enjoyed left overs with sliced chicken breast on the top. I used orzo instead of the original recipe with quinoa. Pesto Zucchini and Corn Orzo Salad INGREDIENTS: 1 cup quinoa, rinsed (I used orzo instead) 1 3/4 cups water or broth 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 cloves garlic, chopped 4 cups zucchini (~2…

I love an easy meal and especially an easy ramen bowl. This easy peasy recipe is now one of my all-time favorite meals. The chicken and the sauce are perfect for this dish. I added more vegetables than called for, so you can adjust to your liking. I’d highly recommend! Easy 3-Ingredient Ramen Bowl from Costco INGREDIENTS: 2 squares Organic Millet & Brown Rice Ramen Noodles (Lotus Foods–Costco…

Moist, delicious carrot cake is always a treat and this recipe is amazing. Daughter, Megan, made this for last year’s Easter gathering and it was a hit with everyone. I can attest that it tastes just as good a day or two later. The Best Carrot Cake (or Cupcakes) with Cream Cheese Frosting INGREDIENTS: Carrot Cake Cupcakes 3/4 cup canola oil  1 cup packed brown sugar (190 grams) 1 1/2…

What to do with leftover bananas? Usually, I make banana bread, but I wanted something different. When I ordered groceries, I thought I ordered 2 bananas not knowing the grocery chain changed the quantity from 2 single bananas to 2 large bunches. Holy moly! I tried this recipe and enjoyed the donut holes. Two of my 5 grandchildren loved them…the other three did not. This would be such an easy…

Roasted vegetables are a favorite of mine and this recipe called for roasting vegetables with Boursin. What isn’t delicious with Boursin cheese? The recipe is so easy and the result is delicious. I especially like the pop of flavor with the roasted tomatoes. This recipe could easily be changed with other vegetables. I will be making this recipe over and over again. Easy Boursin Vegetable…

Shrimp Orzo Bake is a delicious dinner, served with a salad. I love the creaminess of the orzo with the spinach, zucchini, and sun dried tomatoes. I like olives but would omit them next time and instead serve them on the side for those that really enjoy good Kalamata olives. One Pan Mediterranean Shrimp Orzo Bake INGREDIENTS: 1½ lbs wild shrimp, shelled + deveined 2 tbps olive…

Daughter, Megan, has been raving about these tacos. Megan made hers in the crockpot and did not broil the meat. She also suggested that pineapple or mango salsa on the side would be delicious! Everyone in her family little and big, ate every bite! Instant Pot Hawaiian Chicken Tacos with Jalapeño Ranch Slaw INGREDIENTS: Instant Pot Hawaiian Chicken 1.25 lbs. boneless skinless chicken…