
Slow Cooker Red Beans and Rice
This recipe calls for soaking the dry beans overnight. If you forget to soak them, you can bring the beans to a boil, let them soak for an hour, rinse them, and then cook. … Read more »

Baked Potato Soup
I bake the potatoes in the microwave to save time. The peel just comes right off after they are cooked.

Strawberry Avocado Salad with Poppyseed Dressing
This salad is a little sweet, a little tangy, and a little creamy. Spinach is best for the greens in this salad, but anything works.

Cobb Salad with Ranch Dressing
I love a Cobb Salad for several reasons. First, it’s delicious and everyone likes it (or parts of it). Second, it can be made hours or a day in advance, so it’s great for busy… Read more »

Crunchy Ranch Salad
Tonight I made this salad with romaine lettuce, but sometimes I use Napa cabbage for a different texture.