A Runza is a type of meat-filled pocket sandwich, popular in Nebraska and surrounding states. Truthfully, I had never heard of a Runza until one of my Foods II students created one for her final exam a few years ago. Though the Monte Cristo Runza is not completely authentic, it is a tasty dinner, especially… Continue reading Monte Cristo Runza: The Perfect Sandwich!
Roasting an entire chicken can be a time-consuming task. For those of us pressed for time in the evenings, the slow cooker can be a life-saver! Orange Roasted Chicken in the Slow Cooker is a recipe I created to save time on busy weeknights. The oranges lend a wonderful sweetness to the meat and the slow cooker… Continue reading Orange Roasted Chicken in the Slow Cooker
Chicken Poppy Seed Casserole has been a family favorite for years. The original recipe comes from the Dinner Doctor, a great cookbook by Anne Byrn. We enjoy the flavors, but if you’ve read my previous posts like Chicken Divan , you know that I really do not like processed foods, among them canned cream soup. Instead, I… Continue reading Chicken Poppy Seed Casserole
Swiss steak isn’t a dish I make very often. In fact, my children didn’t even know what it was prior to me creating this recipe. 🙂 My favorite cuts of beef aren’t cube steaks. I usually want REAL steak or ground beef! However, after making Swiss Steak in the Slow Cooker, I’m convinced I will be… Continue reading Swiss Steak in the Slow Cooker
We all have those days where there just isn’t enough time. We get up and it feels like the marathon-of-the-day begins! As a working mom, I feel like this a lot. 🙂 The pressure of having a healthy, complete, meal for my family daily can sometimes be an overwhelming task, especially when I’m asked at… Continue reading Five Minute Beef Roast
