One Dish Wonders

Open-Faced Bacon, Tomato, and Cheese Sandwiches

Do you have fresh tomatoes going to waste? You might like to try an old-fashioned favorite at our house: Open-Faced Bacon, Tomato, and Cheese Sandwiches! Not only are these super-easy, but they just seem heartier than a typical BLT. Maybe its the increase in the amount of protein due to the cheese or the warmth… Continue reading Open-Faced Bacon, Tomato, and Cheese Sandwiches

Breakfast foods

Busy Mom’s Baked Ham & Cheese Egg Cups: Perfect for Weekday Breakfasts!

I don’t know about you, but I struggle with getting breakfast ready in a timely fashion during the work week. The main reason? I want PROTEIN for breakfast, not simple carbohydrates. My next meal is over six hours away…I need the protein to keep my stomach from rumbling while I’m in front of my classroom.… Continue reading Busy Mom’s Baked Ham & Cheese Egg Cups: Perfect for Weekday Breakfasts!

Salads & Sides

Cheesy “FauxTators”: A Keto-Friendly Potato Alternative

So, I’m not a huge fan of cauliflower. I’ve always found it too strong for my tastes and really kind of bitter. If it’s on a relish tray, I avoid it, no matter how much dip I find. But since starting a lower carbohydrate diet, I’ve sort of missed potatoes. I started searching around the… Continue reading Cheesy “FauxTators”: A Keto-Friendly Potato Alternative

One Dish Wonders

Chicken Divan–no canned cream soup required

Chicken Divan is a recipe that I knew nothing about ten years ago. I’m embarrassed to admit I’d never heard of it. When it arrived at our house as a thoughtful gift, my husband and I examined it and were immediately skeptical. However, after tasting it for the first time, we were both hooked. It… Continue reading Chicken Divan–no canned cream soup required