Instant Pot Frozen Chicken and Rice Bowl with Jalapeno ~

Hearty and comforting and delish ~ This Instant Pot Chicken recipe is pretty simple and you can add crunchy veggies, whatever you have in the fridge. INGREDIENTS 1–2 large jalapeños fresh or canned...

Sesame Noodles, kid’s love it and it takes 15 minutes.

If you have lots of spaghetti in your pantry, think about whipping up a delicious bowl of Sesame Noodles. You probably have all the ingredients right in your cupboard. I like to eat them...

Fridge to Table…Mushroom, Leeks and Cheese Frittata

We eat a lot of eggs in our house, more than we probably should. If you’ve got some eggs and cheese and some mushrooms that are starting to fade in your fridge…whip up a delicious Frittata for dinner...

Tuna and Macaroni Cheese Casserole ~ seriously??

Two of my favorite things, tuna fish and macaroni and cheese meet ~ This comfort food is ready and waiting in your pantry to feed the family. Serve with a tossed salad and enjoy ~ Ingredients 8 ounces elbow...

Black Bean Soup ~ so easy and it’s all in the pantry

This Black Bean Soup recipe is simple and healthy, not to mention vegan and gluten free too. Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 large yellow onion, chopped 2 carrost, chopped...

Crab and Corn Chowder

With Dungeness Crab available, this Crab and Corn Chowder and works on a cold foggy night or a warm spring day. The corn adds a little sweetness and it’s a meal in itself. Enjoy Ingredients 2 tablespoons...

Butternut Squash Soup with Bacon!!

This butternut squash soup will satisfy everyone, especially when you put bacon on top! Serve with a fresh salad and fresh bread keeps everyone healthy and happy! Ingredients 1 (3 pound) butternut squash – peeled...

Broccoli and Cheddar Cheese Soup

This soup is hearty and filling. It warms your tummy on a cool foggy bay area evening. All that broccoli is so good for you too. Pair with a crisp salad for a delicious meal. Ingredients 6 tablespoons of butter (3/4...

Ramen!! Yummy!

Everybody in the family loves ramen! This soup is so easy and healthy to make. Substitute your own favorite ingredients, chicken, green onions, carrots and peas. It is all delicious and warm in your tummy. Here is a...

Italian Wedding Soup ~ a favorite for all

I love to make a great soup on the weekend and get extra meals during the week. Kids love the little meatballs in this soup. It is delicious, good for you and you do not have to get married to enjoy ~ lol. ...

Mendocino Crab Feast Festival 1/24 – 2/2

Head to Mendocino for the annual Crab Feast January 24 – February 2nd. This year’s festivities in Fort Bragg feature barrel tasting, cioppino, and all you can eat crab! You can even go whale...

Dungeness Crab Crostini ~ 49er favorite

Ingredients 1 French baguette, cut into 1/4-inch slices (24 slices) 1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil 1/2 lb fresh dungeness crabmeat crumbled 1 small jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, well drained 2 ounces...

Easy Brie and phyllo appetizers

These are delicious and could not be more simple. Impress your football watching, cheese loving guests with these little yummy treats. Ingredients 1 package (1.9 ounces) frozen miniature phyllo tart shells 3 tablespoons...

Slow Cooker Turkey Chili ~ Freska’s favorite

Recently I had the girls over for movie night and made a gluten free Turkey Chili. It was a hit, Freska keeps talking about it. I am flattered, but it is really super easy. I like using the slow cooker because dinner...

Chicken Wings!! A football watching party must have!

Baking your chicken wings instead of frying is healthier, easier and just as good if not better! Here’s a great recipe with 2 different dipping sauces. INGREDIENTS Buffalo sauce: 1 tablespoon unsalted...

Recipe: Bacon Jalapeno Popper Wonton Cups

These are too good not to share! They went over HUGE in my house and are a great addition to your holiday feast. Here is what you need: INGREDIENTS Cooking spray 12 wonton wrappers 4 oz cream cheese, softened ⅓ cup sour...

Dungeness Crab Stuffed Mushrooms…Yum!

Splurge this holiday season and enjoy Dungeness Crab with your guests. These Crab stuff mushrooms are almost a meal in themselves! Ingredients 1 lb Fresh Dungeness Crab 1 bunch fresh chives, chopped 1 red bell pepper...

Seven Fishes for Christmas Eve

When I was growing up, I always wanted to have Christmas Eve dinner with my friend Richie s family. They were Italian and every Christmas Eve they served the Feast of Seven Fishes. The meal offers seven different...

Christmas Beef Tenderloin ~ delicious!

Our Christmas Tradition is Beef Tenderloin. The lean cut of beef and rich brown sauce is not only delicious, it brings back warm memories of cold winter nights of Christmas past. This is an easy roast to prepare in...

Vanilla Butter Sugar Cookies

The only thing more fun than eating sugar cookies over the holidays is decorating them ~ this recipe is easy and fun to do with the kids. Ingredients 1-1/2 cups butter, softened 1-1/2 cups sugar 2 large eggs 1 1/2...

Easy Christmas Cake Pops!

Kids love Cake Pops! The holidays are so busy, I cheated on these and used package cake mix. Sometimes you just have to cut corners and enjoy! This recipe is easy and delights young and old alike! Ingredients...