Hello Reader, If you want tender roast beef that you can slice instead of shred, try cooking a bottom round roast in the crock-pot. It takes just about 15 minutes to prep, then I cook it low and slow over a bed of onions until tender. Those onions get wonderfully soft and flavorful, and the cooking juices are definitely worth saving! Read all about it here👇 Bottom Round Roast And here's my favorite part: You can take dinner in two completely different directions. Serve the sliced beef with...
5 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, Happy Labor Day! We’ve officially reached that funny in-between season when we’re ready for cozy fall flavors…but it’s still plenty warm outside some days. These recipes fit right in: a little summer, a little cozy, and easy enough for September nights when you’re not quite ready to go all-in on fall. White Bean Chicken Chili Cozy and creamy from cream cheese, this 30-minute chili is just right for easing into soup season. Get the recipe And for my fellow pumpkin lovers, no,...
7 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, If Labor Day plans came together at the last minute—or you're in the mood for something easy but special—you still have plenty of time! These quick appetizers and snacks are easy to pull together. Strawberry Bruschetta Ready in 15 minutes! Sweet strawberries, cream cheese, and a drizzle of balsamic. Get the recipe Zucchini Bruschetta Ready in about 20 minutes! Skip the bread and pile fresh bruschetta topping onto roasted zucchini rounds. Get the recipe Parmesan crisps Prep in 10...
9 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, Labor Day weekend is finally here — and so is the first big weekend of college football! Whether you're headed to a cookout, settling in for the games, or doing a little of both, good snacks are definitely in order. Here are three easy favorites that disappear fast. Parmesan Cauliflower Bites Crispy, cheesy and surprisingly snackable! Parmesan coats every nook and cranny of the cauliflower for plenty of crispy edges. Get the recipe Buffalo Chicken Meatloaf All the buffalo...
10 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, Labor Day weekend is almost here, and this napa cabbage salad is one of my favorite dishes to bring to a cookout. The real star is the irresistible topping: ramen noodles and almonds toasted in butter until golden and crispy. Serve it as a crunchy side for your Labor Day spread. Or add chicken or shrimp and call it dinner tonight. Read all about it here👇 Napa Cabbage Salad Thank you so much for commenting, pinning, and sharing. Wishing you health and cheer, Marjory Marjory...
12 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, Labor Day may be the unofficial end of summer, but I'm not quite ready to let go of all those fresh summer flavors! So, before we turn our attention to cozy fall favorites, I'm celebrating with a few recipes that make the most of summer. Pick a favorite (or two!) and to add to your Labor Day festivities. Margarita Shrimp Bright, citrusy shrimp with a splash of lime that's ready in about 20 minutes. Get the recipe Cucumber Salad Cool, crisp cucumbers and onions tossed in a simple...
14 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, Before we launch into September, here's a quick roundup of what was new and trending in August on the Dinner-Mom. These are the newest recipes from my kitchen, all designed to make dinner a little easier. Unstuffed Peppers All the flavors of stuffed peppers, without actually stuffing a thing. This 30-minute skillet dinner is packed with ground turkey, peppers, and cauliflower rice. Get the recipe Chicken Smashed Tacos My new favorite way to make tacos! Smash ground chicken onto...
17 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, If chicken has been making one too many appearances on your dinner table lately, here’s an easy way to change things up. Baked turkey tenderloin is one of those underrated weeknight dinners. It’s lean, juicy, and ready in 30 minutes. Plus, leftovers are fantastic the next day. And no, you definitely don’t have to wait until Thanksgiving to eat turkey! Read all about it here👇 Baked Turkey Tenderloin Make it a meal: Since it's still summer, I like to pair it with zucchini and...
19 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, I almost hesitate to call this a recipe. It's more of a formula for one of the easiest complete meals I keep in my freezer for quick lunches, and it takes just 10 minutes to assemble 4 of them. It's a copycat of the Healthy Choice Chicken Marinara Protein Bowl with: Cooked chicken + cauliflower rice + broccoli + spinach + peppers + marinara + cheese. That's it. It has lots of protein, very few carbs, lots of veggies, and lots of flavor. And it's easy to customize. Here's the...
21 days ago • 1 min read