At the Odle house, we eat pork chops once a week. I’ve had my tried and true method for over year, but recently switched it up. As soon as Ellie had this new version, she announced she liked these much better. I liked them too, but for different reasons. They taste great, but their true… Continue reading 15 Minute Meals: Mustard & Thyme Pork Chops
Category: EAT/DRINK
4 Ingredient Side: White Cheddar Roasted Cauliflower
For years, I have hated cauliflower. In fact, I couldn’t stand the smell of it, but something happened. I discovered I do like it – coated in cheddar. This 4-ingredient side is a great example of how something healthy can be improved with just a touch of something decadent. Cauliflower is roasted at a high… Continue reading 4 Ingredient Side: White Cheddar Roasted Cauliflower
15 Minute Main Dish: Smoked Paprika Chicken Thighs
This recipe is a family favorite. Smoky and addictive, these thighs have Ellie eating chicken. CHICKEN. The protein she dreads just a little less than fish. (Keegan and I also love it.) No one goes hungry. And, this 15 minute main dish is fast and flavorful. Smoked paprika, garlic powder and onion powder are rubbed… Continue reading 15 Minute Main Dish: Smoked Paprika Chicken Thighs
15 Minute Main Dish: Tilapia with Fresno Chili and Lime
Last week, I shared a 15 minute meal plan builder perfect for hectic nights when you don’t even have time for takeout. Today, I’m talking about a favorite 15 minute main dish. To prepare it, tilapia is cooked in a non-stick skillet, alongside lime, butter and fresno chilis. Sautéed over a medium heat, the butter… Continue reading 15 Minute Main Dish: Tilapia with Fresno Chili and Lime
15 Minute Meals – Dinner Builder
In my 20’s, meals could take hours to make, because there wasn’t a small person who lived with me that cared how quickly she was fed. But now, there is. She also comes with 1,000 activities, which means we need meals to happen quickly. So today, I’m spilling secrets on how I make dinner happen… Continue reading 15 Minute Meals – Dinner Builder
5 Ingredient Fresh Salsa
Hello, hello. Although summer feels over, it’s not. And, I have proof in the form of regular sweat whenever I step outside. So, although Ellie is back in school, my garden is in full production mode – which thankfully means regular batches of beautifully ripe Roma tomatoes. I’ve been using my stash to whip up… Continue reading 5 Ingredient Fresh Salsa
Lady-Like Egg Salad Toasts
Feminine and very ladylike, these egg salad toasts would be perfect for Mother’s Day or a spring Brunch. We had ours this year at Easter. I had originally made half the amount shown here, but quickly doubled it on the spot, because we ate all of them and everyone (except for Ellie) wanted more. Although… Continue reading Lady-Like Egg Salad Toasts
Romesco Deviled Eggs
I have a history with romesco sauce. Smoky and complex, I love the flavor combinations of roasted red peppers, smoked paprika, garlic and vinegar. If you haven’t had it before, I can’t recommend it enough. It’s guaranteed to up your basic, weeknight chicken by a thousand percent. As Ellie would say, “for real life.” So,… Continue reading Romesco Deviled Eggs
Pear, Goat Cheese and Pistachio Crostini
I made this pear, goat cheese and pistachio crostini for Thanksgiving this year, but according to an old friend, I served something like this for a book club many, many years ago. I’m so glad she reminded me about the combination, because it is delicious, and I had completely forgotten about it. (which sadly happens all… Continue reading Pear, Goat Cheese and Pistachio Crostini