Mustard Potato Salad
Potato salad is as American as apple pie, and is a staple for picnics and other outdoor gatherings. I have never been a huge fan of the thick mayonnaise kind, but I actually like this version with mustard. It still has mayo, but the mustard cuts through and gives it some tang. Try this simple recipe whenever you are having your next get together, it is quick, easy and delicious.
Cold Tuna Casserole
This was my Father's take on a pasta salad. He would make this recipe for dinner and then we would take the leftovers for lunch. It was great on hot summer days when you wanted something cool, but still filling. This would make a great addition to any picnic or outdoor barbecue as well, just substitute chicken for the tuna, or leave the meat out completely.
Homemade Blue Cheese Dressing
My great aunt makes this creamy dressing all the time and I was amazed at how easy it is to make. Drop a spoonful on top of your favorite leafy greens, dollop some on top of a burger, or even spread some onto a sandwich. There is nothing like fresh dressing!
Homemade Barbecue Sauce
Barbecue sauce is a must have when you live in Texas because many holidays are spent outside grilling with family and friends. What better to top those lovely burgers or chicken breasts than tangy barbecue sauce? Of course you can use a jarred version if you want to, but homemade barbecue sauce is where it is at! This recipe that my Great Aunt makes is out of this world. It is super simple to make and tastes great! Try it for your next barbecue, and your family and friends will beg for the recipe!
Chicken and Wild Rice Casserole
Here is a simple meal that my Great Grandma used to make. It is extremely quick and easy to make, but it is a nice change from the normal rice casseroles since she uses wild rice. I added a few of my favorite additions to make it more my taste. You could also switch it up with some turkey, beef, or any other protein you like. Then toss in some of your favorite veggies as well. Dinner is ready in a flash!
Beef Casserole with Biscuit Top
This is a version of my Great Aunt Cindi's recipe. I love beef potpie, but don't always have the time to make it. This quick casserole has all the same flavors but is super easy to prepare. Toss in whatever ingredients you prefer and create your own recipe. This casserole is a fun way to get kids to eat their veggies too. They hide under the biscuits and they hardly notice them.
Kids Mini Pizza Faces
Kids love pizza, so what is better than their own individual serving that they can make themselves? To make it even more fun, let them make faces on their little pizzas! Use any ingredients that they like such as black olives, pepperoni, green and red peppers, mushrooms, etc. Be creative and have fun! These pizza’s are simple to make and will taste even better since they made them!
Peanut Butter and Banana Sandwiches with Honey
Peanut butter is loved by kids all over the world. Some eat it with jelly, some with honey, some with sugar, or some just plain. This simple recipe is one that I am sure your kids will enjoy. It combines peanut butter, one of their favorite things, with bananas, one of their favorite fruits (at least my kids love them). Drizzle on some honey to give it some added zing, and you have a quick meal that kids will love to make and love to eat even more!
Piggies in Blankets
These pigs-n-blankets are so easy to make but your kids will love them! I mean, what is more fun than miniature hot dogs in their own little wrap? Let the kids help make them and they will have a great lunch and a fantastic time all at once! The dipping sauce is quick and easy to make too, but gives them some zing!
Mini Bagel Tuna Melts
Kids love eating miniature foods, so these mini bagel tuna melts are perfect to get their appetites going. They are simple to make and they can choose the options they like such as: pickles, celery, hardboiled eggs, carrots, etc. Top them off with lots of melty cheese and you have a quick meal that will be sure to please the pickiest of eaters!
Pizza Quesadillas
Most kids love pizza, and this is a fun new twist on the old standard that they can help make! Pizza quesadillas are simple to prepare and I guaranty that your kids will love them. Let them pick their own fillings and help instill a love of cooking. Let the fun begin!
Taco Bowls
Your kids will love making these individual taco bowls! In less than 30 minutes, you can prepare this simple recipe that will surely become one of your family's favorites. Let the kids help make the bowls and then choose their ingredients. Turn dinner time into a fiesta!
Mini Chicken Pot Pies
Potpie is a simple dish that get kids to actually eat their vegetables. Something about the pie crust and creamy sauce just seems to make them forget the veggies are even there. One way to make potpie more fun for kids is to make them individual sized pies. Let your kids help prepare their pies and they will enjoy them even more. This is a super quick meal that is healthy too, and your kids will love it!
Egg Salad Sandwiches
I never understood egg salad sandwiches until recently. For some reason they never appealed to me until I decided to try one at my favorite sandwich shop. Wow, was I surprised at how good it was! I immediately came home and started working on my own quick recipe. You can add pretty much anything you want: pickles, relish, or celery, but I prefer to keep mine simple. Try it out sometime if you are skeptical, like I was. I promise you will become a fan!
Pineapple Jalapeno Pizza
There is a little pizza place in our town that serves my boyfriend’s favorite pizza. When I first heard him order the pineapple and jalapeno pizza I thought it sounded strange, but after trying it, I discovered it is actually very good! They use the large chunks of pineapple on their version, but you can also use crushed or smaller chunks if you prefer them. We make ours like the original, with just pineapple and jalapeno, but feel free to throw in some other ingredients as well. Canadian bacon is a great choice to pair with this quick recipe.
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