Chili Mac and Beef Casserole Recipe

Ingredients    1 1/2 c elbow macaroni 2 lb lean  ground beef 1/2 md onion, diced 2 clove garlic, minced 1 can chopped green chiles, undrained (4 oz) 1 can chili with beans (15 oz) 1 can chili without beans (15 oz) 3 Tbsp water, divided 1 pkg taco seasoning (1 oz) 2 tsp cumin 1 1/2 tsp salt  pepper, to taste 2 c shredded Mexican cheese blend … Read more

Loaded Baked Potato with Steak Bites Recipe

Ingredients: 4 large russet  potatoes, scrubbed clean and patted dry 4 tablespoons olive oil 1.5 tablespoons sea salt 2 lbs  steak (NY strip, ribeye, sirloin, or tenderloin) 2 teaspoons kosher salt 2 tablespoons garlic, minced (about 8-10 cloves) 6 tablespoons butter, softened 2 tablespoons cajun seasonings (low sodium is ideal, adjust salt accordingly) 4 tablespoons avocado oil, divided … Read more

Easy Cream Cheese Pie Recipe

Ingredients    1 (9-inch) prepared graham cracker crust 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened 1 cup powdered sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped Optional: fresh berries or fruit compote for topping Directions 1. In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. 2. Gradually add the … Read more

Easy Lasagna Soup Recipe

INGREDIENTS 1 yellow onion, chopped kosher salt 1 lb. lean ground turkey sausage (I used Jennie-O) or 93% lean ground beef (points will be different!) 4 cloves garlic, minced 28 oz. can crushed tomatoes 1 tbsp. dried oregano 5 c. low-sodium chicken broth 8 oz. lasagna noodles, broke into 2″ pieces 2 c. fat-free shredded mozzarella Toppings (optional): Grated Parmesan, for … Read more

Asian Chicken Cranberry Salad Recipe

Ingredients: 12 cups coleslaw mix (2 small bags) 4 cups rotisserie chicken, finely chopped 1 ½ cups toasted sliced almonds (or cashews) 1 ½ cups dried cranberries ¾ cup red onion, finely diced 1 cup sesame sticks (optional) 1 ½ cups chopped cilantro 1-2 small cans mandarin oranges, drained ¼ cup black sesame seeds (or … Read more

California Spaghetti Salad Recipe

Ingredients1 pound thin spaghetti broken into 1 inch pieces1 pint cherry tomatoes chopped in half2 zucchini medium, diced1 cucumber large, diced1 green bell pepper medium, diced1 red bell pepper diced1 red onion large, diced2 cans ripe olives 2-¼ ounces each sliced, drainedDRESSING:1 bottle Italian salad dressing 16 ounces1/4 cup Parmesan cheese grated1 tablespoon sesame seeds1 … Read more

Slow Cooker Mississippi Chicken Recipe

Ingredients 3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1 (1 oz.) package au jus gravy mix 1 (1 oz.) package dry ranch dressing mix 1/2 (16 oz.) jar pepperoncini peppers or hot banana peppers, drained 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste Preparation Place chicken breasts in slow cooker … Read more

Mexican Hamburger and Shells Recipe

Ingredients 1lb ground sirloin  2 cups uncooked shells  4 oz tomato sauce  1/4 small onion chopped  1/4 bell pepper sliced  4-5 cups water  1 beef bullion cube  1 tsp cumin  1 tsp chili powder  1 tsp paprika  1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)  1 tsp garlic powder  1/4 tsp salt  1/2 tsp pepper  Directions Brown beef over medium heat in Dutch oven drain add shells and stir it around a bit … Read more

Easy Pretzel Bites Recipe

Ingredients PRETZEL INGREDIENTS 1 cup warm water ( 108-110 degrees) 2 1/4 tsp instant yeast or 1 packet instant yeast 1 Tbsp brown sugar, packed 1 tsp salt 2 1/2 cups or 10 1/2 oz. all-purpose flour ( I use Gold Medal) BOILING INGREDIENTS: 9 cups water 1/2 cup baking soda TOPPING INGREDIENTS: 1 egg … Read more

Wholesome Oatmeal and Zucchini Bake Recipe

Introduction: Experience the excitement of our Wholesome Oatmeal and Zucchini Bake—a delicious twist on traditional oatmeal that surpasses the allure of pizza in your family’s eyes. Packed with nutritious ingredients like oats and zucchini, this hearty bake is not only satisfying but also low in SmartPoints, making it a guilt-free indulgence for any time of … Read more