I’ve been on the lookout for new recipes to try that use the cooked, chopped chicken I keep in the freezer. Flipping through a library copy of Trim & Terrific Freezer Friendly Meals, this Chicken Caesar Casserole looked like something my family would like, and boy, did they! It’s so simple to assemble–everything goes in …

We just love these Mini Broccoli Quiches! See how easy and versatile they are. Eggs are a frugal way to feed the family, so we often have these for a packable egg dinner recipe. Mini Broccoli Quiches These Mini Broccoli Quiches were born from my desire to make one of my easy, last-minute meals portable …

Baking your own treats at home not only saves money, but can be healthier for you. My kids love these Healthier Chocolate Chip Cookies! Instead of buying expensive processed treats, consider baking your own so you can control what’s in them. No preservatives or chemicals in this Healthier Chocolate Chip Cookies recipe! It’s healthier because there is …

These Traveling Tacos are a huge hit at our swim meet concessions. See the other time I love to make them! For a fun weeknight dinner or a meal on the go this recipe for a taco in a bag is perfection!  Photo courtesy of Scott Ripley, our swim team photographer It’s been a whirlwind …

These Chicken Fajitas are the perfect summer dinner with fresh veggies. See how to make them in the microwave! I held a Pampered Chef party over a year ago, specifically to earn the Deep Covered Baker (DCB), a pretty expensive item. I’d heard it called the “magic pot,” but since I’m such a fan of the …

In my search for summer meals that I can prep early in the day, this Rainbow Rice Salad fit the bill perfectly. It has all our favorite veggies–tomatoes, peppers, and corn–with a kicky cilantro lime dressing. I adapted a recipe I found at Family.com for my family by omitting the jalapeno (too much for my …