Culinary Adventures
Hello everyone! It’s been a while. What’s new with me (if you even read this part of the blog)? I’ve been working hard to better my health and fitness - healthier dinners and more exercise. This recipe is not my healthiest dinner though ha! Nevertheless, it is part of my Lean Mean and Green series… Continue reading Peruvian Chicken and Rice
Mmmm delicious and decadent Braised Beef Short Ribs inspired by Gordon Ramsay’s recipe. I LOVE ordering short ribs in a restaurant - they are always mouth watering and rich. This feels like a super fancy dinner for me but it’s very easy, I promise you. I’m in money saving mode with my husband as we… Continue reading Braised Beef Short Ribs
Looking for a romantic date night idea, classy appetizer for a gathering or an easy dinner idea? Have no fear. I have your answers. Whether you’re looking for an intimate dinner with that special someone, an impressive dish to show off at parties, or a throw-together weekday meal... charcuterie boards are equally versatile and delicious. Tonight… Continue reading Charcuterie Board
Delicious, comforting Broccoli Cheese soup... and it's low fat. No, this is not a trick, it’s a treat. Yeah, that’s right. I used a Halloween pun just now. It’s October - I’m allowed! This recipe is my own copycat recipe for Panera Bread broccoli cheddar soup and I’ve been making it for at least 5 years… Continue reading Broccoli Cheese Soup
This wonderful bowl of pasta has everything you want this autumn season. Comforting and creamy, this dish will show butternut squash in a whole other light. So if you’re like me, you’ve made too much Butternut Squash Soup (follow link here) and you’re wondering what to do. I froze about 7-10 cups for like 8 months… Continue reading Butternut Squash Alfredo Pasta
Hello, everyone! I hope you’re all having a nice start to this beautiful fall weather! Autumn is soup season, and what better fall soup than a warm Butternut Squash Soup? But if you’re like me, you made way to much and have no clue what to do with the leftovers. Have no fear because this… Continue reading Butternut Squash Soup
This recipe was a happy accident. It’s an “oh shit” recipe because “Oh, shit! I forgot to pick up eggs for my caribou meatloaf! What can I make instead?!” So I’m going through a list of ingredients... ok, I decide on meatballs. Now should I make a sort of Swedish meatball / caribou stroganoff since… Continue reading Caribou Meatballs
Hello, friends! I don’t know about you, but this winter has been busy! My cousin was married in Florida in early December and I was one of her bridesmaids. Christmas, then New Years, and then my birthday... and now with Valentine’s Day coming up. THEN I’m spending a week in the lower 48 (the states… Continue reading Baked Chicken Parmesan
This recipe is so quick and simple, you’ll have it whipped up on a weeknight in no time. Shrimp and pesto couscous with roasted tomatoes and mozzarella! The roasted tomatoes are sweet and juicy, the mozzarella is a little melty, and the couscous is chewy and delicious. This was a super quick throw together meal… Continue reading Shrimp and Pesto Couscous with Roasted Tomatoes and Mozzarella
Happy Hump Day, ya'll! Here is a warm and cozy soup to help you get through this snowy, winter hump day. White Bean and Ham Tortellini Soup. Now, I won't lie to you. I was unsure about this soup when I had the idea. I thought it might be a dud... In fact, I wasn't… Continue reading White Bean and Ham Tortellini Soup
What's In Bree's Belly 