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Homemade Rice-a-Roni

One of the things that my family collectively loves is my homemade Rice-a-Roni. Besides being ridiculously yummy, it is also a simple and inexpensive recipe. As a side dish, this recipe feeds us all with leftovers….hallelujah for that! Keep reading for the video and printable recipe.

What things do you make homemade that you can find pre-made at the store? I would love some fresh inspiration!

These basic and inexpensive ingredients is all you need to make Homemade Rice-a-Roni.

A few simple steps to light, flavorful, fluffy rice goodness!

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Be Blessed and be a Blessing,

Rebecca

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Huge Aldi Grocery Haul 5-25-2016

1 Jun

Two to three times a year I like to “shop” my pantry, freezer, and fridge. I like to use up what we have. I find that I waste a lot less food doing this. I love that it gets me to be more creative in the kitchen and it makes it easier to clean the fridge and pantry J I’m all about that…BTW, I just read an article that said homemakers in the 50’s did over 50 hours of housework a week…..phew…..I am so grateful for modern conveniences!

I love watching and seeing what others are shopping for so I thought I would once again share my Aldi grocery haul.

I share that I like to use coconut oil as a moisturizer but am pretty clueless on how to cook with it! I would love to see how you use it. Please leave a link or recipe in the comments…I would LOVE to check it out!

You can view my Aldi Grocery Haul here.

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Rebecca

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Chicken Pasta Salad

2 May

I am a use up the leftovers kind of gal (one of the things my family loves most about me 😉 ).

I am also a lover of a quick, throw together, minimal dishes kind of meal. This recipe is a perfect combination of both. If you are feeling my sentiments than this is for you!

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Aldi Grocery Haul-4-25-16

27 Apr

Welcome to my Aldi grocery haul for my family of 5. I am always looking for fresh inspiration and I love to see what other families enjoy buying and eating. I have been loving the beautiful spring/summer fresh fruits and vegetables hitting the shelves….and I love that shopping at Aldi makes it possible for us to eat well and stay in budget.

Click here to see our latest haul.

If you’re an Aldi shopper what are some of your favorite products? Leave me a comment or a link, I would LOVE to check it out!

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~Be Blessed and be a Blessing~

Rebecca

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Cream Cheese Corn Casserole

24 Nov

Since I have been on a Thanksgiving recipe roll, I figured I have time to share one more simple, decadent, delicious, recipe.

So if you are interested in being the veggie hero once again…keep on reading for the recipe.

Seven ingredients is all you need.

In a skillet melt the cream cheese and butter over low heat. If your butter and cream cheese are at room temperature this will take about 5 minutes. Don’t panic, it will look a little lumpy and bumpy until your whisk in the milk.

Add the milk and whisk until smooth.

Add corn and salt and pepper. Go ahead and give it a taste test or three….you know, to make sure it is seasoned properly 🙂

Add to your greased baking dish and sprinkle with cheese…don’t be shy.

Bake 20-25 minutes or until hot, bubbly, deliciousness is achieved.

Resist the urge to cut into it right away. Let this beauty set for at least 5 minutes before serving!

You can watch how I make it here

Cream Cheese Corn Casserole

by Rebecca Vahdat

Cook Time: 20-25 Minutes

Keywords: bake side Thanksgiving Christmas winter

Ingredients

8 oz. Cream Cheese
4 Tbsp butter
1/3 Cup milk
4 Cups of corn (18 oz.bag of frozen corn, thawed OR-15 oz. cans, drained).
1 Cup Pepper Jack OR Sharp Cheddar cheese
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Pre heat oven to 350 and grease an 8×8 inch baking dish and set aside.

In a pot melt together cream cheese and butter over low heat.

Add milk and stir until mixture is smooth.

Add corn and salt and pepper. Mix well.

Add mixture to greased baking dish and sprinkle with the shredded cheese.

Bake uncovered 20-25 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

Let set 5 minutes before serving.

See, couldn’t be more simple. This casserole has earned its rightful place as a star attraction on our Thanksgiving table.

I would love to know what you will be serving this holiday season. Leave a comment, recipe, or a link to your blog. I would LOVE to check it out!

Thanks for visiting and have a Happy and blessed Thankgiving!

~Be Blessed and be a Blessing~

Rebecca

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Shrek Sauce

11 Oct

Sometimes giving things a creative and yes, even gross names inspires little ones to try something new. Shrek Sauce is nothing more than an avocado dip or spread. With a few variations to the recipe we enjoy this sauce as a sandwich spread or as an alternative to guacamole on burrito/taco night.

This is all you need! Of course adjust ingredients to suit your sized family or
occasion.
2 ripe avocado’s
1 Roma (Plum) tomato
3-4 Tbsp mayo (we used light)
garlic powder to taste

Slice each avocado in half and give the pit a good whack with the knife, give it a twist and the pit should come right out.

Scrape out the flesh of the avocados into a bowl and add the mayo. This is
a smooth sauce so I am using my emulsion blender. You
can use a hand mixer, potato masher, and if ripe enough, a fork.
Mix away until silky smooth.

                                                                               Finely dice the tomato and it and the garlic powder to
                                                   the bowl. I used about a 1/2 tsp of garlic powder but use as
                                                   much or as little as you like.

Serve with chips, spread on a tortilla, or use it as a sandwich spread.

*To use as a sandwich spread I use just the avocado, tomato and mayo.

Shrek Sauce

2 ripe avocado’s

1 Roma tomato

3-4 TBSP mayo

Garlic powder

–Slice each avocado in half and give the pit the pit a good whack with your knife to easily remove it. -Scrape out the flesh of the avocados into a bowl and add the mayo. This is a smooth sauce so I am using my emulsion blender. You can use a hand mixer, potato masher, and if ripe enough a fork. Mix away until silky smooth. –Finely dice the tomato and it and the garlic powder to the bowl. I used about a 1/2 tsp of garlic powder but use as much or as little as you like.

Have you creatively named a food or recipe to make it more appealing or fun for your family? I would love to hear about it. Leave a comment or a link to your recipe, I would love to see it! Thanks for visiting!

~Be Blessed and be a Blessing~

Rebecca

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New Mama Chicken Casserole

2 Sep

I love, love, love bringing a meal to a new mama. It is such a nice stress reducer for a new family to not have to worry about dinner or having to spend a lot of money eating out the first few days and I’ll admit I kinda like getting my newborn fix! Blessing someone with a homemade meal can be quick, easy and budget friendly! I love this recipe because it can easily be put together and even easier for the recipient to throw it in an oven and serve. This is also a recipe my family loves and it is so easy to personalize it and make it your own! Keep reading for the printable recipe.

The stars of the show.

mix together the soups, the milk and 1 Cup of cheese. Set aside.

Shred or cut chicken into bite sized pieces.

Add your drained egg noodles to a large bowl.

To the noodles add 1/2 the sauce mixture, the chicken, 1/2 C of cheese, and the peas. Mix well. Add more of the sauce mixture until you get a nice creamy moist consistency. I used all but about 1/8 of a cup of the mixture.

Add to your disposable baking dish and top with the last of the cheese.I brought this dish to the family unbaked so they could eat when they were ready. .

Printable Recipe

Have fun with this recipe! You can add potato chips on top to make a crunchy crust. Try using mixed medley of vegetables or use leftover turkey instead of chicken. I hope you enjoy this simple but yummy recipe. Thanks for stopping by!

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Strawberry Cheesecake Salad

15 Aug

There is something about the words strawberry and cheesecake that just makes my day. So imagine my delight on a recent Pinterest pin-fest that I came across this little gem. So in my usual fashion I decided to make my sweet and sometimes brave family guinea pigs once again. If you are interested in this recipe keep on reading.

This and love is all you need.

Add the yogurt, cool whip, and pudding mix into a bowl and mix well. Place in the refrigerator for 1 hour.

If you made it the whole hour-pat yourself on the back. Add all sliced strawberries, bananas, and marshmallows. Mix well.

Just for the sake of “science” I dished two little scoops on the plate. Portion 1-NO crushed graham crackers. Portion 2-With crushed graham crackers. So what’s the verdict?……..

Two enthusiastic on camera thumbs up and three off camera thumbs up. No graham crackers was the winner.

We really enjoyed it and it couldn’t of been easier! It is best when served fresh . If you would like a little crunch-go ahead and get wild and add some crushed graham crackers on top.

Recipe:

12 oz whipped topping (Cool Whip)

3.4 oz box cheesecake flavored pudding ( don’t add the milk)

3-6 oz strawberry yogurt

1 lb fresh strawberries, sliced

3 bananas, sliced (do this right before serving to prevent browning)

Miniature marshmallows (I used 1/2 the bag)

Thaw whipped topping if frozen. In a large bowl stir together whipped topping, yogurts, and pudding powder. Place in the refrigerator for at least an hour. Wash and slice strawberries. Before serving add strawberries, bananas, and marshmallows. Add crushed graham crackers on top if desired.

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