Beefy Taco Veggie Quinoa Bake

taco quinoa bake

So, three weeks ago I had the bright idea that we should re-do the kitchen.  Aaaand we are in the thick of it.  It’s an ongoing process and there is so much to do!! Needless to say, I don’t really feel  much like digging through the boxes in the dining room for lots of pans and coming up with clever recipes.

This one happened by accident.  Such a happy accident!

I was talking to my mom, musing about what to make for dinner one night and she said to come shop in her overflowing pantry.  She has a million cans of things.  Once I saw her can of black beans, I knew what to do. I could eat this combination of flavors every day and be cool with it.

It is kind of a long list of ingredients, but your entire, healthy & delicious meal is all in one dish.  Can’t get simpler than that! Every ingredient adds another layer of flavor to this dish.  It’s a party in your mouth!  But if there is something you don’t have on hand, substitutions could easily be made.  If you don’t have butternut squash, you could add in a cup of diced zucchini.  Mushrooms would also be a lovely addition.


Beefy Taco Veggie Quinoa Bake

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Comfort Food Time: Creamy Veggie & Bean Soup with Homemade Rustic Rosemary Bread

Ok, y”all. Halloween is over. The election is over.  It”s time to really delve into comfort foods like soup and bread.  Or better yet, both. My house recently smelled like garlic and freshly baked bread for two days. Let”s face it–those are the best smells on earth.

I adore soup and just had to share this recipe; it”s soooo good, and healthy to boot.  This is probably my favorite soup I”ve made so far!  Make it, for realz.

Plus, a bonus bread recipe!  I spoil you, so.

Creamy Veggie & Bean Soup

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