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Stuffed Acorn Squash

Stuffed Acorn Squash

I call this Heartland Soul Food – this makes a healthy meal all in one package. The savory stuffing goes well with the sweet squash. When it’s just the two of us, we’ll split one squash and use half of the stuffing, and make another 

Shakshuka

Shakshuka

Fun to say (shak-shoo-ka!) and delicious to eat. Eggs poached in a spicy tomato sauce. Tunisia is credited as the original home for this dish, but it is now common in different forms throughout the Mediterranean. The name in Arabic means “mixed-up” or something like 

Salmon Patties

Salmon Patties

It seems odd, but I never had these until I moved to Iowa. The local cafe’ would have them for a lunch special and I found they were really delicious. They are also very easy to make, don’t let the long ingredient list scare you 

Sue’s Ham Balls

Sue’s Ham Balls

This is another great example of Midwest comfort food. It has a sweet and tangy sauce or gravy that it is cooked in and tastes great served with potatoes or noodles. This is another one of Sue’s recipes; she does such a great job on 

Beef Roast – Dry Roasted

Beef Roast – Dry Roasted

Roast Beef is the traditional Sunday dinner. That beefy flavor and dark gravy makes for a satisfying and healthy meal. And the added benefit is how easy this is to make. Pot roasts are good, but they are actually braised in a closed pot with 

Lemonade

Lemonade

The refreshing combination of sweet and sour. You can make this with fresh lemons, or use the lemon juice in the green bottle (I’ve done it both ways and they both taste great). The fresh lemons will give you the pulp which some people really 

Teriyaki Skewers

Teriyaki Skewers

These skewers are easy to make and delicious to eat. They are a favorite of ours when we go camping. Serve them on a plate of rice for a complete meal.

Mandarin Chicken

Mandarin Chicken

This is the simpler version of this popular Asian dish, otherwise known as Orange Chicken. Sweet, salty and a little spicy, it is often a favorite with kids.

Mississippi Pot Roast

Mississippi Pot Roast

This was apparently a big thing on the food blogs a few years ago. I missed it then, but found it just a little while ago. Some of the ingredients may raise the healthy eyebrow, but it is easy to make, and it is delicious. 

Tuscan Grill

Tuscan Grill

Italian doesn’t have to mean tomato sauce. This tangy, savory marinade works great on beef steak, pork steaks, or pork chops and pairs well with a salad or roasted veggies.