Sweet and buttery, these Crockpot Express Glazed Carrots are a perfect side dish that's ready in minutes! Carrots are one of my favorite vegetables. They are packed with good-for-you nutrients and they taste great raw or cooked. But did you know that you can pressure cook … [Read more...]
Creamy Rice
A perfect side dish or just fantastic filling for burritos, this Creamy Rice (sometimes called Confetti Rice) is stick-to-your-ribs delicious! I have been wanting to make this recipe since before Christmas, and I finally worked it into our family menu last … [Read more...]
Crockpot Express Cilantro Lime Rice
Skip the take-out line and make Crockpot Express Cilantro Lime Rice at home in minutes. The bright flavors pair perfectly with burritos, tacos, beans and more! I use my Crockpot Express at least once a week. While it's great for tons of different main dishes (you can see my … [Read more...]
How to Pickle Red Onions
Learn how to pickle red onions with this simple recipe. They add a fantastic punch of flavor to all kinds of meals! Pickled Red Onions not only look pretty, they taste great. They are a sweet and tangy condiment perfect for sandwiches, salads, tacos and more! Read how to … [Read more...]
Crockpot Express Candied Yams
This isn't just a "shortcut" or pot-in-pot recipe. Crockpot Express Candied Yams are made start to finish in the pressure cooker (in minutes!) Maybe I'm just a food snob. I never liked yams growing up, so I always skipped them at Thanksgiving. However, after making … [Read more...]
Crockpot Express Sweet Potatoes
Crockpot Express Sweet Potatoes are creamy and cooked to perfection in minutes! It's the most convenient way to prepare sweet potatoes. I am an honest person. I'm the first one to admit that not everything needs to be cooked in a pressure cooker. (Contrary to what you might read … [Read more...]
Creamy Cucumber Salad
Nothing says summer picnic like a classic Creamy Cucumber Salad. The simple, fresh flavors (and no mayo) in this salad are perfect for BBQ's, cookouts and potlucks! When I was growing up, my grandma always had a bowl of sliced cucumbers in white vinegar on the table with … [Read more...]
Spinach Strawberry Salad with Honey Dijon Dressing
Spinach Strawberry Salad is the perfect side dish for spring and summer. It pairs perfectly with homemade honey Dijon dressing! I love a good salad! It's the perfect way to squeeze some more vegetables into your diet as well as stretch the meal a bit. I try to serve colorful … [Read more...]
Crispy Baked Carrot and Potato Fries
Crispy Baked Carrot Fries (along with traditional potato fries) are the perfect side dish to any meal! Serve them with a delicious chipotle mayo dipping sauce that keeps you coming back for more! What is it about spring and Easter that makes you want to eat carrots? I love raw … [Read more...]
Crockpot Express Baked Potatoes
There's no need to run the oven and heat up the house when you can make Crockpot Express Baked Potatoes. Now, I know that calling these Crockpot Express BAKED potatoes isn't technically correct. But if the results are essentially the same as baking them in the oven, I think … [Read more...]
Creamy Orzo and Asparagus
An easy side dish that comes together in minutes, Creamy Orzo and Asparagus is the perfect addition to dinner this spring! The arrival of spring brings a new crop of vegetables, and asparagus is quickly becoming one of my favorites. My husband loves it, so I try to get … [Read more...]
Cornbread Casserole
Tender, moist and full of sweet corn, Cornbread Casserole is the perfect side dish for Thanksgiving! There has to be a better name for this side dish. Cornbread Casserole just doesn't really seem right. My brother said I should have described it as a very moist corn bread, … [Read more...]