My wonderful friend Karen introduced me to her Mango Salsa. I’d never heard of Mango Salsa and I must say – I’ve been missing out. I serve this along side the Chicken Quesadillas or on tacos or as a dip with corn chips. Yum!

2 15oz cans Del Monte Petite Diced Tomatoes with Mild Green Chilies
2 [...]

Here’s another quick, tasty recipe that pleases and satisfies. They are perfect for many celebrations. We will be serving these Sunday during the Super bowl!
You will need:

1 package 6” white flour tortillas
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 cans chicken breast meat (12.5oz can) drained
1 can diced green chilies (drained)
Butter

To Assemble quesadillas:
Empty the chicken into a large [...]

These Nachos are made with my 123 CHILI and GAME DAY GUACAMOLE (see previous posts). Pile high any of your favorite NACHO toppings for a SUPER dish.

You will need:

Nacho Chips
123 Chili
Game Day Guacamole
Sour Cream
Fresh Grated Cheddar, Monterey Jack, and/or Pepper Jack Cheese
Chopped Green Onions
Black Olives
Salsa

Printable Recipe
Super Bowl Nachos
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This past May our home school group took a cruise to Cozumel and Cancun. If you are ever near Cancun – spend a day at Nachi Cocum beach. The food there was incredible and our kiddos discovered fresh guacamole while visiting.
I know there are many variations when making guacamole, but often the taste [...]

Our family certainly isn’t married to any one particular chili recipe. However, the kids really like this one because it isn’t “chunky.” I like it because it is so quick and easy to make. This recipe can be whipped up in 3 steps and simmered for 30 minutes on the stovetop, or slow cooked in the [...]

 
Organic Buttermilk Waffle/Pancake Mix

I love this recipe because it is so economical, versatile, healthy, and tasty. Keep the mix on hand and make Saturday breakfast a little extra special. Put some mix in a jar for a great gift idea along with a bottle of Maple Syrup. Also, the toppings you can add to waffles [...]

Double Fudge Coca Cola Cake

In large bowl mix:

2 cups sugar
2 cups plain flour
½ teaspoon salt

In medium sauce pan bring to boil:

1 cup Coca Cola
½ cup vegetable oil
½ cup real butter
½ cup cocoa

Then add the flour/sugar mixture to the boiling mixture and beat well.

Remove pan from heat and add:

2 beaten eggs
½ cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon soda
1 teaspoon [...]

I don’t always make healthy cooking or eating choices. But when I think back about how I USED to cook and eat, I know I’ve made some giant strides in a positive direction. I do cook a lot. But the continual cooking and baking that takes place around here is not only rooted in my [...]

Organic Wheat Free Banana Bread
This is my simple banana bread recipe which I have modified to make organic and wheat free. The original recipe called for 2 cups plain flour. I often substitute spelt and oat flours in place of the white flour. Sometimes I add a small amount of flax meal as well. So [...]

Black Eyed Pea Salad
Here’s a delightfully different salad recipe I got from Pioneer Woman.  However, as with most anything I set out to do, I don’t follow the rules and do it MY WAY.  I’ve never really been a fan of black eyed peas, but this salad is incredible.  Before passing judgement – be brave, [...]