Fresh chicken was on sale at the store, so of course I bought too much. I ended up having to freeze some...which just kills me. If I'm going to freeze the darned chicken, I don't know why I don't just buy it frozen. I guess part of me always thinks that I can use up everything that I bought, preparing a whole bunch of meals and then storing them for later. I'm still working on … [Read more...]
Hectic Baked Brie
My oldest daughter and I were at the store doing our weekly grocery shopping, and we decided that this week we wouldn't skimp on the cheese in any of the recipes. We were in the deli section of our mega market buying fresh mozzarella, grated parmesan, and a block of Swiss cheese when I saw a round of Brie. I've been wanting a baked brie for a while, but all the kids who eat it … [Read more...]
Hectic Italian Roast Beef
Some days I just don't have all that much energy to make a meal. Of course, it's pretty typical at the Hectic Household that those are the days when my family is famished. This Italian Roast Beef recipe creates a hearty entree that takes almost no work. Since it cooks in the slow-cooker, you can put it together and let it cook away without having to do much else. We serve … [Read more...]
Hectic Shrimp and Italian Sausage Paella
In an effort to make a healthier version of Paella, we used brown rice, Italian Sausage, and low-sodium broth. If you want a more traditional version, here's a like to Traditional Chicken, Shrimp, and Sausage Paella. [amd-zlrecipe-recipe:54] … [Read more...]
Traditional Chicken, Shrimp, and Sausage Paella
This is a traditional Paella, using full fat ingredients. If you are looking for a healthier option, take a look at our Hectic Shrimp and Italian Sausage Paella. In either case, the full flavors make for a great meal on a cold day! [amd-zlrecipe-recipe:55] … [Read more...]