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Vegetable Rice Soup (21 Day Fix) ©Cook Crave Inspire by SpendWithPennies.com Pin it to your HEALTHY EATING board to SAVE it for later! Follow Spend With Pennies on Pinterest for more great tips, ideas and recipes! This soup is amazing regardless of what your goals are! I always have a huge batch of soup in the fridge so I have a quick and easy go to lunch or snack. This soup is loaded with veggies and a little bit of rice for a delicious (21 day fix approved) lunch!...

This famous recipe extends from coast to coast for good reason, perfectly delicious and slightly chewy yet soft with great flavor. Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies The ultimate in chocolate chip cookie greatness! Thick and chewy, with that buttery, melt in your mouth goodness. They use simple, everyday ingredients & take less than 15 minutes to bake! The dough can be made ahead of time and frozen or refrigerated. Bring to room temperature before baking....

The kids will love this homemade cheese sauce because it goes with everything! And how much easier can it get with only a handful of ingredients? Honestly the best cheddar cheese sauce you’ve ever had. How to Make a Roux for Cheese Sauce The most important part of any good sauce is a ‘roux’ which is, essentially, a cooked, thickened combination of butter and flour. This will be the base of the sauce and it only takes a few minutes to whip up!...

A typical coleslaw recipe is one of those side dishes that go with anything, from burgers and hot dogs to chicken, ribs, chops, and steaks. What’s in Coleslaw Dressing? The best coleslaw dressing is creamy and tangy and a touch sweet, more so than a regular salad dressings. These flavors make it especially good to serve with heavily seasoned foods and anything made with ketchup, barbecue sauce, or mustard. VINEGAR – I love a combination of white vinegar and apple cider vinegar but truly any light colored vinegar will do....

What is not to love about any alfredo recipe? – creamy, smooth, and full of flavor (and this one is a bit lighter than a traditional recipe). Toss some chicken, fried mushrooms or other veggies into this creamy noodle dish and it will get rave reviews every time. A Healthier Alfredo Pasta Recipe When I’m craving comfort, alfredo is a go-to for me and I sure did eat a lot of it in Italy!...

Elegantly simple with an easy shortcut, these mint cookies are the perfect little treat for a picnic or a party. A Shortcut Dessert Four ingredients and just a few steps. No breaking out the baking ingredients needed. This is a great recipe for new bakers to practice and little hands to help in the kitchen. Swap out the chocolate mints for other small chocolates like mini peanut butter cups or rolos....

A perfectly dipped french toast is taken to the next level with caramelized Bananas Foster spooned over top. Serve with whipped cream or ice cream for a deliciously special breakfast. Breakfast or Dessert? Bananas Foster was designed by chef Paul Blangé at Brennan’s restaurant in New Orleans. It simmers bananas in a rich caramel rum banana sauce. In this recipe, the Bananas Foster is cooked and then added as a topping to a rich French Toast made with brioche bread....

This simple chop suey combines carrots, celery, and bean sprouts with tender bites of chicken for a budget-friendly favorite. It’s all tossed in the easiest ever sauce and served over rice or noodles! Making a stir fry is both easy and a great way to sneak in some veggies! I love the flavor of homemade sauces and being able to adjust the sweetness and ensure I can avoid preservatives and MSG!...

From soups and stews to stew meat is cooked low and slow until fork-tender. It’s perfect for countless recipes but how do you know what meat is the best? What is Stew Meat? Stew meat mostly comes from the tougher, larger parts of animals like cows, elk, deer, or pigs. Beef stew meat typically comes from the large shoulder of a cow, more commonly called “chuck”. But roast, top and bottom round, tips, and even steak can be used as stew meat....

Crockpot chicken and noodles is a cozy, hearty, and delicious meal made easy in the slow cooker! Like a big ol’ hug in a bowl. Chicken breasts are slow-cooked in a quick and creamy sauce. We add in mixed vegetables and tender egg noodles to make a complete meal. Warm and comforting, this recipe has remained a favorite for good reason. Why You’ll Fall in Love With This Chicken & Noodles Recipe I love soup and always eat the broth first and save the goodies in the bowl for last!...

Tender beef and onions, and with melted provolone cheese (bell peppers are optional) all come together in the slow cooker. With all the flavors of our favorite Cheesesteak sandwich everyone raves about this recipe! What is a Philly Cheesesteak? We’ve all seen a version of this recipe, with Whiz, with peppers (or without). According to Philadelphia’s official tourism site, the Philly cheesesteak was invented in 1930. The combination of thinly sliced steak, melted cheese, and onions in a hoagie roll is just too irresistible....

Top it with a drizzle of glaze, cream cheese frosting, or whipped cream for a perfect Easter breakfast. No reservations, waiting in line, or waiting for service, plus, we love that this casserole can be made the day before while you are busy with other festivities! We love this sweet take on traditional breakfast strata! What’s in a Breakfast Bake? BREAD Sweet cubes of cinnamon bread are layered with other ingredients for a classic French toast bake with a twist!...

A classic pie for good reason! This Apple Pie Recipe is literally as easy as pie! Sweet and tart fresh apples are mixed with cinnamon sugar and nestled in a perfectly flaky pie crust. Bake and enjoy or make ahead of time. This pie freezes well either before or after baking. As Easy as Apple Pie Apples are the perfect addition to almost any dessert from apple pie roll-ups to baked apple bread but there really is nothing like a classic apple pie recipe....

These are truly amazing! I made these Copy Cat Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups as a gift for my husband.. but of course, I had to test one out. Ok, two.. I tested two. And then he gave me one… to share. And then I stole one… but there were still lots left for him! Anyhow, these are actually really easy to make although they do take some time. The final product came out beautifully and I was so excited to give them as a gift!...

This honey butter recipe makes a perfect spread for slathering on toast, dabbing it on biscuits, or scooping up with apple slices. Pure bliss in a jar! What is Honey Butter? Honey butter is simple spread containing – you guessed it – honey and butter! Mixing these two simple ingredients with a touch of vanilla and cinnamon into a spreadable consistency is super easy. All you need is an electric mixer and a few minutes!...

A moist and airy peanut butter cake is topped with a whipped cocoa and peanut butter frosting that has just the right amount of salty-sweet flavor with a hint of chocolate. A great dessert with a mug of coffee or a tall glass of milk. Why We Love Peanut Butter Cake Most, tender and full of PB flavor! Sheet cakes are super easy to bake and totally portable for a party, potluck, or picnic....

A bowl of hearty soup on a chilly day just warms your belly from the inside out making it the perfect dinner or lunch! This Shepherd’s Pie Soup has lean ground beef or lamb, veggies and seasonings simmered in a delicious beef stock. Once bubbly and thickened, we top this soup with buttery and crispy potato puffs to give you a slurpable version of this family favorite. This belly warming recipe has been created in partnership with Kitchen Basics....

The Best of a Bagel in a Crescent Roll I’m literally the biggest fan of Everything Bagels. I absolutely love them double toasted with herb and garlic cream cheese. No cream cheese? No problem. I’ll eat them plain, with butter, as a sandwich… just gimme all of that Everything bagel seasoning. I love the combination of sesame seeds and poppy seeds, garlic and onion… and I do love caraway seeds (I get that they’re not for everyone but I’ll gladly eat yours too)....

Like Homemade Peach Crisp, this pie is best served warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, and is the perfect summer treat. Homemade Cherry Pie Nothing beats a homemade pie from scratch and this cherry pie is a keeper for sure! This butter pie crust is so easy to make and foolproof! The crust is so crispy and holds up well, yet is flakey and tender. When combined with the simple cherry filling, it’s a combination the whole family will love....

This is a delicious way to make beef for tacos in place of ground beef tacos or steak tacos (soft or crunchy) or even enchiladas! Top it with tangy horseradish sauce or homemade salsa for a fresh taste. Leftovers can be turned into quesadillas, taquitos, or serve over homemade arepas for lunch the next day! Use it to replace ground beef in a taco ring for a party favorite! Quesadillas are super easy, place a tortilla in a nonstick pan and top with a little cheese, some meat filling, and your favorite veggies....