Dinner

Fried chicken is a favorite in our house, but I rarely actually make it. I’m not a fan of frying, and doing whole pieces of chicken just seems to take forever. But popcorn chicken is another story. Little bites of tender chicken can be quickly coated with buttermilk and flour then fried in just minutes….

Buttermilk Roast Chicken gives you effortless, moist chicken with only minutes of work involved.

These Crockpot Salsa Chicken Tacos made in the crockpot are so simple to make, I’m almost embarrassed to call them a recipe. This effortless meal is the perfect thing to make on those days that you don’t even have time to gather your thoughts. In your crockpot, place about 2 pounds of boneless, skinless chicken. You…

Spanish Rice Supper is something my mom used to make when I was a kid. It’s a simple one-pot sort of dish, that can be altered to suit your family’s taste.  it uses “ordinary” ingredients, even picky eaters will love this! I hope you enjoy it!

With a good portion of the country dealing with a “polar vortex,” I thought a warm, thick chili like this Crockpot Sausage Chili was in order. To begin, dice a yellow and red sweet bell pepper, along with a good sized onion. Mince 4 cloves of garlic. Sauté these together in a skillet with 2…

Kielbasa Stew is a rich and creamy stew with delicious flavor, and it’s perfect for cold winter days! To begin, finely dice a medium onion. Dice a kielbasa into 1/2 inch pieces. Toss the kielbasa into a Dutch oven with a tablespoon of cooking oil. Let it cook over medium heat for about 3 minutes….

A while back, I shared a recipe for basic chicken that could be made ahead and frozen in batches for future meals. Today I am going to share a similar recipe for  basic crockpot pulled pork.   You’ll start with a good sized pork roast. I would recommend a large pork shoulder or even a…

Is there anyone that doesn’t love macaroni & cheese? This simple baked mac and cheese is a great option for your family supper and something that my family enjoys on a regular basis.   To begin, cook one pound of macaroni to al dente.  You can use the traditional elbow macaroni or any variation that you…

Sometimes you would love the comfort of a pot pie, but don’t have the time to make one. Chicken Pot Pie Soup has that classic flavor but is simple to whip up on a busy school night.

Today I am sharing a recipe with you that is what I call a “foundational” recipe. It is a starting point for many other dishes and meals. Basic Crockpot Chicken is a good sized quantity of cooked, pulled chicken that you can use tonight, as well as freeze portions for fast meals (suppers or lunches)…

Hello Hip Homeschool Moms! Let me take a moment to introduce myself. My name is Constance Smith. I am an army wife and homeschooling mom of three kiddos, ages 15, 18 & 20. We are currently in our 13th year of homeschooling, and we have 2 graduates and a high school student. Our family has lived all…