These Mexican tostadas are filled with fresh ingredients and can be made vegetarian or stacked with meat. I made shredded chicken, but you can customize using your protein of choice! I used the broiler to cook and char the sliced onions however you can always cook the onions on the stove top in a saute …
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Deana’s Sausage, Peppers & Onions
Who doesn’t love sausage, peppers & onions? It is an all time American Favorite! How much would you love a healthier version of sausage, peppers and onions that is easy to make and always a fan favorite? I am here to give you just that! I got this recipe from my friend Deana (who also …
Instant Pot: Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
This buffalo chicken stuffed sweet potato recipe is simple and delicious. The instant pot cooks the chicken to perfection and makes it super easy to pull apart. (click here for my favorite shredding claws) TOO MUCH SPICE? NOT ENOUGH? For those who are afraid of a little spice, have no fear the buffalo isn’t overpowering. …
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Sweet & Spicy Crock-Pot Chili
This Sweet & Spicy Crock-Pot Chili is a fresh take on chili! It is a blend of sweet (from the onions, squash and sweet potatoes) and spicy (from the turkey sausage and spices). Despite what everyone thinks, it does get chilly here in Sunny San Diego and this is the perfect warm up for those …
Healthy Crock-Pot Jambalaya
This Crock-Pot Jambalaya is healthy comfort food, packed with three different proteins to satisfy your every need! It is complemented by veggies and served over rice or quinoa. It is low cal and pumped with protein! NUTRITION This recipe is comprised of Shrimp, Jennie-O Hot Italian Turkey Sausage and Chicken! I used Jennie-O Turkey sausage …
Instant Pot: Kung Pao Chicken
This Kung Pao chicken recipe is sure to satisfy that Chinese craving! It is filled with chicken, veggies and cashews, giving you your fill of protein, veggies and healthy fats. I have been obsessed with the Instant Pot lately and this recipe did not disappoint! HELPFUL HINTS: I saute my veggies on the stove-top for …
Marinated Tri-Tip Appetizer
People rave about my husbands marinated tri-tip appetizer when they come to a party at our house. If you buy it already marinated it is super easy to make and deeeeelicious! I love when meat has a nice char to it, so I throw this on the grill for about 45 minutes. Searing/charring the meat …
Instant Pot: Sesame Chicken
I have been on a total Asian kick lately and this Instant Pot Sesame Chicken does the trick! It is so tasty, filling and super easy to make! I am loving the instant pot!! What would have taken me 6 hrs in the crock-pot only took me 35 minutes! However, if you don’t have an …
Instant Pot: Shredded Chicken Tacos & Bowls
Instant Pot shredded chicken tacos? I’m in! Over the past 14 yrs Mexican food has become a favorite. Growing up in RI all we had was Taco Bell, so needless to say when I moved to San Diego I was in for a nice treat! A lot of Mexican food is jam packed with calories so …
Instant Pot: Orange Chicken
Need to satisfy that Chinese craving? Do you like Orange Chicken? Want to do it in a healthy and quick fashion?? This Instant Pot Orange Chicken is your answer! I love Orange Chicken. What I don’t love about Orange Chicken is how unhealthy it is. (News Flash: anything fried is not usually classified as healthy). …
Easy Italian Vegetable Soup
This Italian Vegetable soup is exactly what you need on a cold, rainy day or heck, any day! I made this one year for a Christmas appetizer and everyone inhaled it. One person commented, “OMG, I need this soup when I’m sick! So delicious!” VEGETARIAN & CROCK POT OPTIONS It is a hearty but light …
Pulled Pork Sammies
I have been making this pulled pork sammie recipe for years! I would always go to parties and wonder how the heck people made pulled pork. I went home and scoured the internet for a great recipe. I found this one on Miloche.com but apparently that site doesn’t exist anymore. Well good news for you, …