All Recipes
Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup
This soup is how I won my wife's heart. I used to make it in an electric skillet in my tiny studio apartment when we first met.
Marinated Grilled Vegetables Kabobs
This dish pleases even the pickiest veggie kids. Great on the grill.
Perfect Garlicky Green Beans
Sautéed then briefly steamed green beans that are bright, crisp-tender, and ready in about 25 minutes.
Sweet Potato Pecan Pancakes
Fluffy pancakes made with roasted mashed sweet potatoes and whole wheat flour, topped with warmed reduced-calorie syrup and toasted pecans.
Missy's Chicken Noodle Soup
Classic homemade chicken noodle soup made with a stewing chicken, vegetables, herbs, and egg noodles.
Black Bean and Mozzarella Salad
So easy. So fast. Yet a complete dinner that travels well.
Israeli Couscous with Apples, Cranberries and Herbs
Large pearls of Israeli couscous mixed with herbs come together quickly into a hearty salad with apples, dried cranberries, toasted almonds and a maple-apple vinaigrette.
Pad Thai
Great use for last night's leftover chicken. Homemade sauce, kid pleasing peanut butter base.
Healthier GF Baked Mac and Cheese
Gluten free, high protein kid pleaser macky cheese!
Pasta with Sausage and Red Bell Pepper
Simple ingredients, ready to hand, but an unmistakable unique flavorful dinner.
Turkey Chili
Hearty, spiced turkey chili with beans and vegetables. Makes a large batch and keeps for several days.
Baking Powder Biscuits
My Dad's favorite. Quick, flaky biscuits made with shortening and baking powder — ready in about 30 minutes.
Lemon Pancakes
Fluffy lemon-scented pancakes made with sour cream for a tender texture and bright lemon flavor.
Sasa's Granola
A mixed-seed and nut granola sweetened with maple syrup and honey; baked until golden and finished with raisins or cranberries.
Fluffy Banana Oat Pancakes
Trick your kids into loving healthy pancakes. Add dark chocolate chips and tell the offended parent that chocolate is good for the heart.
Ginger Scones
Be ready for Christmas morning when your kid claims that these are a family tradition out of the blue.
Classic Belgian Waffles
Serve these fresh or freeze them for the week! Steamy and delicious
Easy Baked Oatmeal (Berry Baked Oatmeal)
A quick and easy baked oatmeal casserole with mixed berries — wholesome, family-friendly breakfast that serves 9.
Joseph Catanzano's Pizza
A simple homemade pizza with an easy quick-dough baked at 400°F; par-bake crust, then add toppings and finish with mozzarella.
Colombian Chicken and Potato Soup
A simple Colombian-style chicken and potato soup with corn, lime, and avocado garnishes.