February 9- Kristin's Roasted Vegetable Scramble

Kristin's Roasted Vegetable Scramble

1/2 Cup Egg Whites

Fire Roasted Tomatoes (about 5-7 pcs)

1/2 Cup Baby Spinach

1 Large Mushroom, Chopped

Chunky Salsa (as desired)

Dried Onion

Oregano

Lightly spray skillet with cooking spray. Sautee mushrooms and tomatoes, with spices. Add spinach and heat until wilted. Add egg whites. Top with salsa and serve with toast, english muffin, or preferred bread. 

Mmm...

February 8- Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup

This turned out to be a great hands-off approach to a delicious meal. I did all of the prep the night before, which made for an even easier day. The soup was flavorful and the chicken was super tender and well marinated! My husband ate two bowls, and polished off the leftovers today. Definitely adding it to the recipe collection. 

Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup

Ingredients: 1.5 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast

14.5 oz corn

14.5 oz diced tomatoes w/juice

14.5 oz chicken broth

10 oz enchilada sauce

4 oz diced green chiles

1 white onion, chopped

1/4 cup cilantro

3 garlic cloves, minced

1 tsp ground cumin

1tsp chili powder

1 tsp salt

1/4 pepper

(The recipe I found on allrecipes.com also asked for 2 bay leaves)

Place chicken at the bottom of a slow cooker. Add remaining ingredients. Cook on low for 6 hours. Then,  remove chicken, shred, and return to slow cooker. Continue cooking for 30 minutes-1 hour. 

I enjoyed it as it, but my husband said it was really good with shredded cheese and sour cream too!

February 8- Hummus Turkey Spinach Wrap (Tomorrow for Lunch)

I usually pack my lunch the night before, so that I have more time to get ready in the morning. This week I was getting a little tired of my classic go-to lunch of a turkey sandwich and apple slices. A few nights ago I decided to get a little more creative with my brown bag lunches and come up with a new twist on my classic favorite. It was so yummy that I've packed it for lunch every day this week.

Hummus Turkey Spinach Wrap
1 Tortilla (pictured: Mission Whole Wheat Tortillas)
Hummus (We picked up some homemade hummus in Anaheim last week; A delicious addition!)
Baby Spinach Leaves
2 Slice of Deli Sliced Turkey
Seasoning (I chose Dried Onion, Parsley Flakes, and a bit of Oregano)

Spread hummus across the tortilla and sprinkle with preferred spices. Top with baby spinach and turkey. (I layer the spinach first; It seems to keep everything from becoming too soggy). Beginning at one end, tightly roll the tortilla. Cut into halves or thirds. Place in a Ziploc bag and throw it into the refrigerator-In the morning, you have an easy grab-n-go lunch!

February 7- Lazy Chip Cookies

Disclaimer: NOT for supper (unless you have a case of the rainy Mondays...I won't tell)

This is so simple it may not even be worth sharing, but they tasted pretty darn good. Cookies in less than 20 minutes, including prep time. Cookie mix + whatever ingredients you can find (tonight's concoction is brought to you by butterscotch chips and chocolate pieces).

I hope my youth group gals like cookies!

Tomorrow's recipe: slow-cooker enchilada soup. If you don't hear from me, it means I failed. Ha!

February 5-Chicken Fajitas and Black Beans

Do you know that moment when you are at your favorite Mexican restaurant and a plate of sizzling fajitas   comes through the dining room? Every head in the room seems to turn and look to see where that sassy sound and delicious aroma are coming from. 

Recreated...but in our kitchen. Mmm. 

Chicken Fajitas
Cook vegetables (I like onions & bell peppers) in 1 tbsp olive oil and set to side. In the same skillet, cook chicken through. Once the chicken is cooked through, add fajita seasonings (can be found pre-mixed at any grocery store) and 1/3 cup water. Bring to a boil and cook 3 minutes. Add vegetables and heat through.

Serve with beans, tortillas, and fresh salsa.

February 5- Frozen Yogurt Banana Bites

Not exactly dinner, but definitely worth sharing!

This afternoon I wanted something sweet and decided to try something new...These little treats were absolutely delicious (and healthy)!

All you need is 1 banana and 1 individual container of yogurt (I personally like Yoplait Light Vanilla). Slice bananas, dip in yogurt, and lay on a flat surface. Drizzle remaining yogurt over slices.
Freeze approx. 1 hour.

YUM!

February 2-Super Easy Beef and Broccoli

One night we both had a hankering for Chinese takeout...rather than go out, I decided to see what I already had on hand, and whipped together this dish. This is our classic go-to meal on a busy night. It's quick, simple, and delicious. 

Kristin's Super Easy Beef & Broccoli
1 lb beef, thinly sliced
1 onion
1 bag of frozen broccoli
Garlic cloves, chopped (1-2 depending on preference)
Garlic Salt
Soy sauce

In a large wok, brown beef in soy sauce (amount as desired) and add a dash of garlic sauce. Once the meat is cooked, add onion, broccoli, and garlic.

Continue to cook until onions are browned and broccoli is heated through.

Serve over rice.