Easy Sweet Potato (Glass) Noodles ~ Gluten-Free
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Easy Sweet Potato (Glass) Noodles ~ Gluten-Free

I’m sharing one of my very favorite side dish recipes today, Easy Sweet Potato (Glass) Noodles. I wouldn’t say it if it weren’t true…they are super easy and absolutely delicious. Serve them with all your favorite stir-fry, soups, and Thai dishes. You will find these noodles are called both sweet potato noodles and glass noodles….

Leo’s Fresh Salsa
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Leo’s Fresh Salsa

Leo’s Fresh Salsa is a delicious reason to grab a bag of chips, especially scoops, and dive into some fresh homemade salsa. I prefer scoop type chips because you get lots of salsa in every bite!! Scoops are like mini bowls that hold all the “good stuff” you dip into. A lighter baked chip I…

Chipotle Lime Rice ~ 4 Ingredients
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Chipotle Lime Rice ~ 4 Ingredients

This Chipotle Lime Rice is surprisingly versatile and a fantastic side served with Mexican entrees, barbecued meats, and baked beans. I’ve even offered it as a side with some pulled pork sandwiches, homemade baked beans, corn on the cob, coleslaw, and fresh fruit for our 4th of July meal. Then I ate the leftover beans…

7 Layer Salad ~ Dairy & Egg-Free Options
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7 Layer Salad ~ Dairy & Egg-Free Options

This 7 layer salad is the most requested salad I have ever made. It’s also my favorite dish on Thanksgiving and Easter. All the flavors and textures are absolutely perfect together, and to be quite honest, I can hardly put down my fork in between bites! Think big when you choose a bowl to serve…

Easy Homemade Savory Gravy ~ Gluten-Free
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Easy Homemade Savory Gravy ~ Gluten-Free

This easy homemade gravy recipe left us speechless. Yes, it was that good, and I will include it in many more meals. Truth be told, I never make gravy other than on holidays, and even then, it’s usually my mother’s gig. But this happened… We brought some leftovers home from a family dinner, and my…

Conscientious Cowboy Beans ~ Healthy Baked Beans
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Conscientious Cowboy Beans ~ Healthy Baked Beans

Conscientious Cowboy Beans are almost homemade; yet so much easier! Don’t save these healthy baked beans just for summer barbecues, these should be enjoyed all year long. This favorite bean recipe is requested by both my family and my husband’s family on holidays and an occasional get together. If you are wanting to reduce the…

Gluten-Free Stuffing
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Gluten-Free Stuffing

Delicious and easy gluten-free stuffing. It’s time we can enjoy stuffing during the holidays and not feel terrible afterward! Kids will love this simple gluten-free stuffing too. The two best things about this recipe are it is incredibly easy and insanely delicious. Try these variations: ~ Add 1 tsp minced garlic and 1 tsp thyme….

Slow-Cooked Refried Beans 
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Slow-Cooked Refried Beans 

These are absolutely the best homemade slow-cooked refried beans I have ever made! It took a few tries, but this recipe is a keeper! What do I love even more about this recipe? It makes the best slow-cooked pinto beans I have ever had too! I can make three different meals from just this one…

Fat Free Hummus ~ Gluten-Free & Vegan
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Fat Free Hummus ~ Gluten-Free & Vegan

This fat-free hummus is the perfect appetizer, party dip, or everyday snack! Hummus is one of my favorite snack options with low-fat crackers, pretzels, and veggies. The problem I find too often is the amount of fat in most recipes. Therefore, I was ecstatic when I found this recipe.  I can’t take the credit, though; this awesome…

Quick & Easy Spanish Rice  ~ Gluten & dairy-free
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Quick & Easy Spanish Rice  ~ Gluten & dairy-free

I love an easy recipe and this Spanish rice is definitely easy and absolutely perfect served with all your favorite Mexican dishes. One of my very favorite things to eat for lunch is a plate of refried beans and Spanish or Mexican rice with some salsa and baked scoops. It’s a perfect combination; I guess that’s…