I can't say the word 'jamabalaya' without thinking about the "Soup Nazi" episode of Seinfeld. There's a reason Newman loved this delicious rice dish–the flavors are wonderful and you can really change it up to use whatever proteins you want. You can easily make it vegetarian, with the substitution of garbanzos or pinto beans, and […]
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Sunday Suppers with Lunchbox Love–Chicken-in-the-Pot
As a working mom of two children with very different tastes, I often find myself scrambling for dinner ideas that everyone will enjoy. This chicken-in-the-pot recipe, from Dorrie Greenspan (one of my absolute favorite cookbook authors), can really be made many different ways and will always come out delicious. If I am having people over, […]
Sunday Suppers with Lunchbox Love–Sausage Stuffed Zucchini Boats
Summer gardeners everywhere are often left with the same question–what should I do with all this zucchini? There's only so much zucchini bread and fried zucchini one family can eat and, if you have a particularly large harvest, you need a lot of friends who want to take some of the squash off your hands. […]
Sunday Suppers with Lunchbox Love–15-Minute Asian Noodles
Everyone in my family enjoys noodles in all forms and this Asian dish, from Steamy Kitchen, is no exception. I like to add more veges to the dish, especially chopped broccoli or shredded zucchini. You can find fresh Asian noodles in many grocery stores, including Trader Joe's. 15-Minute Asian Noodles
Sunday Suppers with Lunchbox Love–Middle Eastern Chicken Kebabs
Kebabs are one of the most fun & easy things to cook for a crowd. You can customize them to your family's preferences–change up the meat and veges and everyone has a delicious meal on a stick. This recipe, from Once Upon A Chef, has a classic Middle Eastern marinade for the chicken but you […]
Sunday Suppers with Lunchbox Love–Ravioli Crockpot Casserole
If anyone ever studied meat consumption in America, it seems that there would be a major spike just around the 4th of July. It seems like everyone is grilling on the holiday and the days after, making us all feel a bit heavy. That's why this week's Ravioli Crockpot Casserole, adapted from Six Sisters' Stuff, […]
Sunday Suppers with Lunchbox Love–Flank Steak With Blue Cheese-Honey Nectarines and Basil-Buttered Corn
To me, the perfect plate has multiple textures and complementing flavors–crunchy & smooth, sweet & salty, all make a symphony on my palate. That's why I love this combination, from Serious Eats. Make sure to get a forkful of the marinated, grilled steak along with some of the sweet, cheesy nectarines and a bite of […]
Sunday Suppers with Lunchbox Love–Moroccan Couscous
Couscous is absolutely one of the simplest things to make–put the dried couscous into a bowl, pour boiling broth over, cover, and, in about 15 minutes, you've got the base for a delicious meal. This dish, from Barefoot Contessa, can easily be made vegetarian with the simple switch to vege stock instead of chicken stock. […]
Sunday Suppers with Lunchbox Love–Slow-Cooker Creamy Chicken and Mushroom Potpie
Last summer was the first summer we really spent full days at the beach. We packed snacks, drinks, and lunch but dinner was usually eaten at home. Just like during the school year, I found that planning ahead for our dinners made our beach days much less stressful. This recipe, from Real Simple, is a […]
Sunday Suppers with Lunchbox Love–Grilled Pizza
Summertime in our house means the oven gets a vacation. Of course, we can't order in every night so the grill becomes our cooking tool of choice. Pizza is one of my family's favorite things to eat and this grilled version lets each person create their own edible masterpiece. The key is to make sure […]
Sunday Suppers with Lunchbox Love–Grilled Lemon Chicken Skewers with Satay Dip
Summer is here in full force and the last thing we really want to do is turn on the oven. Dinner needs to be light but satisfying and this recipe really fits the bill. Judi made this for Mother's Day last year and there was leftover sauce that she used for a vege dip during […]
Sunday Suppers with Lunchbox Love–Barbecue Chicken
All American Barbecue Chicken This sauce is a perfect combination of sweet and tangy–it's so good that I often triple the recipe when I make it so that I have plenty on hand for an impromptu midweek meal during the summer. Be sure to use a ketchup made with sugar, not high fructose corn syrup. […]
Sunday Suppers with Lunchbox Love–Asparagus Risotto
When people hear the word 'risotto' they often imagine standing at the stove for hours, stirring the pot. It's actually a lot easier than you think and the result is a delicious and comforting dinner. This recipe, from the New York Times, is perfect for Spring, using in-season, fresh asparagus but can easily be changed to […]
Sunday Suppers with Lunchbox Love–Mother’s Day Brunch
In my book, every good brunch starts with a mimosa–a bit of healthy OJ combined with fun & bubbly champagne. You can mix it up and change the juices (blood orange, grapefruit, etc), but this recipe from Spirited Entertaining is a classic. Traditional Mimosa
Sunday Suppers with Lunchbox Love–Pesto Pasta & Caesar Salad
This week's installment of Sunday Suppers with Lunchbox Love includes two of our favorite dishes–pasta with pesto sauce and Caesar salad. With the amount of garlic in these two recipes, make sure you share this meal with people who already love you. 🙂 Pesto Pasta (photo courtesy of FoodNetwork.com) INGREDIENTS
Sunday Suppers with Lunchbox Love–Baked Potato Bar
Sometimes one big dish will not satisfy everyone in the crowd. One person is not eating meat. One person's off dairy. And the kids refuse anything green. So, what's the answer for a Sunday supper that will make everyone happy without having you cooking 10 different things? A baked potato bar! Super easy for you […]
Sunday Suppers with Lunchbox Love–Savory Passover Brisket
I don't know about you, but other than being with family and friends, the thing that makes the holidays special for my siblings and I, is the food my mom cooks year after year. A delicious braised and slow cooked brisket is the main dish we look forward to and can always count on for […]
Sunday Suppers with Lunchbox Love–Crockpot Corned Beef and Cabbage
On St. Patrick's Day, everyone's got a little bit of Irish in them. In my family, my mom boils up a huge pot of corned beef and cabbage but, in an attempt to make her life a bit easier, I came across this recipe from the blog Yonder Wild that cooks the dish in a […]