Main Dishes

Healthy Pizza

The same night the kids were inspired to make “Merida” pizzas, Mom and Dad were inspired to do a more grown up pizza.  I love making my own and experimenting with different ingredients.  Dont get me wrong, sometimes I wish I hadn’t experimented and just ordered out.

However, this night’s pizza was a success.  I hope you think so too.

Here is what I did:

First, I roasted some fresh broccoli florets. › Continue reading

“Brave”n it Pizza style!

The girls and I went and saw the new Pixar movie “Brave” the other day.  I’m not sure who was more excited about seeing it?  Them or myself?  I have to say, it did not disappoint at all.  It was worth every cent!

After we got home, we were feeling very inspired.  Since we had planned on making pizza anyway, we decided to make our very own “Merida” creations.

Here is what we did:

I gave the kids their own mini pizzas with mozzarella and mini pepperonis. › Continue reading

Chicken Pesto

I love this recipe.  It is a perfect light summer dish and my family and my waist LOVE it!  Very easy too!  You will not believe how easy.

Here is what I did:

I started by cutting 2 squash, 2 zucchini, and 2 small onions in “half moon” shapes.  I sauteed them in a couple of tablespoons of olive oil for about 35 minutes or until they are soft and tender. › Continue reading

Shrimp and Grits

Father’s Day just passed and my #1 man, besides my daddy, asked me to fix him Shrimp and Grits.  It’s one of his favorite dishes and the more I thought about it, I realized I have NEVER EVER  fixed it!

I thought and thought and thought and tried to think of maybe a time that I had, and nothing!  It being one of his favorites, I figured I ought to atleast try. › Continue reading