** Afrer this week, MMM Monday will be moved to Wednesdays**Chicken Tortilla Soup2 boneless skinless chicken breasts1/2 tsp olive oil1/2 tsp minced garlic1/4 tsp ground cumin2 cans chicken broth1 cup frozen corn1 cup chopped onion1/2 tsp chili powder1 Tbsp lemon juice1 cup chunky salsa8 oz corn tortilla chips1/2 cup shredded monterey jack cheesesour creamIn a large pot over medium heat sautee the … [Read more...]

My sister-in-law gave me this recipe at the beginning of summer and I've been waiting until fall to try it. I need to pick up some ingredients first but I've taken her word that it's delicious and decided to share it here even before I've tested it myself! :)Please share one of YOUR favorite recipes on your blog then come back here and leave your name and a link below. I know I could use some new … [Read more...]

This is one of my favorite cookie recipes this time a year because you can usually score some pretty decent deals on bags of Snickers mini candy bars for Halloween. I think this recipe originally called for Snickers Bites but I used bars instead and now there's no turning back! They are sooo good! So good in fact, you should probably at least double this recipe!Ingredients:1/2 cup granulated … [Read more...]

My inspiration for this recipe came from one called Popcorn Soup from The Dinner Doctor.Ingredients:2 cans cream style corn1 can corn, drained2 cups (1 pint) 1/2 & 1/22 cups low sodium chicken broth1 chicken flavored bouillon cube1 tsp sugar2 Tbsp buttercooked and cubed or shredded chickenboiled potato chunksDirections:Place the cream style corn, corn, 1/2 & 1/2, broth and bouillon in … [Read more...]

I got this recipe from Parenting Magazine. I love how they put little tips at the end on how kids can help prepare the meal.Cowboy BakeCooking Spray1 medium onion, chopped1 clove garlic, chopped2 Tbs olive oil1 boneless chicken breast, cubed1 can (10 oz) tomatoes1 cup frozen corn kernelspinch chili powder1/2 tsp saltpinch cayenne pepper1 cup grated monterey jack cheeseFor Topping:1 package (8.5 … [Read more...]

I LOVE mashed potatoes. This book swears this is the Perfect Mashed Potato recipe. You be the judge!Makes 3 to 4 ServingsIngredients:8 medium yellow or white potatoes, peeled and quartered1 1/2 teaspoons salt1 cup half-and-half (or milk)2 tablespoons butter (or more to taste)1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepperDirections:Put the potatoes in a large heavy pan and add cold water to cover (don't … [Read more...]