tomatoe – Urban Retro Recipes http://urbanretrorecipes.com Recipes written by Marci Seither Fri, 13 Oct 2017 14:08:02 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=4.7.5 This is the Best Kept Secret Of Busy Moms! http://urbanretrorecipes.com/best-kept-secret-busy-moms/ http://urbanretrorecipes.com/best-kept-secret-busy-moms/#respond Mon, 04 Sep 2017 19:06:07 +0000 http://urbanretrorecipes.com/?p=1941 Worried about what to fix for dinner? Problem Solved. One Pan meals are becoming a standard at our house. I always remember my mom making several dishes to put on the table. Anything cooked in a pan was put in a serving dish before being set on the table. It was just the way things […]

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Worried about what to fix for dinner? Problem Solved.

One Pan meals are becoming a standard at our house. I always remember my mom making several dishes to put on the table. Anything cooked in a pan was put in a serving dish before being set on the table. It was just the way things were. We didn’t use cloth napkins but my mom did teach me how to set a nice table, complete with a center piece.

It was nice to sit down as a family, but afterwards there was always the task of dish duty. I was usually the one who was in charge of hand washing.

In fact all these years later I feel like I am still in charge of hand washing the pots and pans so whenever I come across a meal I can make in just one pot, or skillet I am totally on it.

Dinner doesn’t have to be a big production, but having dinner together should definitely be a priority. Meals that are a snap to fix, are a lifesaver. Make this for your family and I think they will agree that this is one of their favorites.

This is what Christina of Eat Well 101 has to say about this incredible recipe.

One pan chicken and Potatoes with Garlic Parmesan Cream Sauce makes for a nourishing dish perfect for a weeknight. Chicken thighs and potatoes are pan-seared, then finished in a delicious creamy sauce that perfectly combines all the flavors of garlic, tomato, spinach, spices and cheese. It’s truly an entire meal in a single skillet!

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Quick Tip: For a leaner version of this dish make it with boneless skinless thighs or chicken breast.

Recipe and photo courtesy of Christina at Eat Well 101. 

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Every House Needs a Good Foundation to Be Built On. Consider This The Foundation of Your Best Pasta Recipes.

This is the first year in a long long time we have not had a small space garden. My husband is the green thumb in our family and with all the family things going on, we just didn’t get one planted in time.

It didn’t seem like a big deal. I was busy as well so not having to remember to water and look for pesky weeds was kind of a relief. BUT, now I am really missing the bounty of tomatoes he used to bring in by the basket full.

I made countless tomato salads and salsa, but after seeing this recipe, I wish I could cook up a huge crock pot and can it for later! How tasty would that be! Fresh from the garden tomato taste in the middle of winter.

Well, even if you don’t have a garden you can head to a local farmers market and pick up a huge sack for this basic sauce. I love that this is a meatless version for all my vegetarian friend, but for us omnivores, I add in cooked Italian sausage! WOWZA!

The Pasta sauce is the base for so many recipes and you can buy a jar of it, but I really like making my own. It is tastier, more budget friendly , and you know exactly what you have put in it.

For moms who make their own babyfood or toddler food , this is great because you can adjust the spices and know your little one is eating something that is healthy for them.

What my kids have to say about this recipe.

Can you make this for my birthday dinner!

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Quick Tip: Meat Lover? Go ahead and add in whatever sausage of beef you choose..or chicken sausage works as well.

Recipe and photo courtesy of Cooking Light.com 

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When I heard this this recipe was called Beef Lombardi I knew it had to be good.

I clicked on the photo and noticed that I already had all the ingredients I needed in my fridge or pantry. How lucky is that!

Usually you can’t freeze recipes with sour cream, or at least that is what I always believed to be true so have shied away from making too many things I couldn’t freeze, but this recipe says it freezes well so I am going to give it a whirl!

The bottom line it that this dish is the bomb and with a teen playing football and coming home super hungry after practice or Friday night games, I love being able to have something that is protein and carb rich to fill him up and fuel him up.

This can be made in a big casserole dish OR buy a jumbo muffin pan and make several individual servings that you can freeze wrap up in saran wrap and take out when you need something fast and nutritious.

Heck, I am going to start doing that now for those late nights when he needs something more than a bag of chips.

Learning to modify recipes for a changing family size is a big deal. A recipe like this one really makes it easy to do.

This is what my kids tell me when I plan ahead and have food ready to go.

Thanks MOM. You are the best!

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Quick Tip: Have a favorite sausage? Or want to make this with chicken sausage instead? Go ahead and swap out for your favorite ingredients.

Recipe and Photo courtesy of Easy Recipes .com 

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]]> http://urbanretrorecipes.com/you-had-me-at-lombardi/feed/ 0 A total FIESTA of FLavors without all the calories!! http://urbanretrorecipes.com/total-fiesta-flavors-without-calories/ http://urbanretrorecipes.com/total-fiesta-flavors-without-calories/#respond Wed, 16 Aug 2017 15:09:48 +0000 http://urbanretrorecipes.com/?p=1615  With this recipe, I can have my enchilada and eat it too! Why or why are most of my favorite foods heavy on the calorie side? It is just the way life goes sometimes, but this recipe is rich and flavorful. I am definitely going to add this to my Mexican Dinner night! Even if […]

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 With this recipe, I can have my enchilada and eat it too!

Why or why are most of my favorite foods heavy on the calorie side? It is just the way life goes sometimes, but this recipe is rich and flavorful. I am definitely going to add this to my Mexican Dinner night!

Even if calories aren’t a concern for you..well first of all congratulations.. but it is great to have a few recipes that you can serve up to guests or take to a potluck. Not only does this highlight chicken instead of beef, being able to replace the flour tortillas with corn tortillas also is a big bonus.
In fact, I am wondering why I didn’t think of this sooner!

I know I am always talking about cooking ahead, but it just makes my week go so much smoother. When we had all six kids at home I used to dread the dinner hour because I was always running someone to or from someplace or helping with homework. Being able to just put something in the oven was a life saver. Having food prepped ahead sometimes made the difference between having a hot meal, or pouring a bowl of cold cereal. Yes, that did occasionally happen.

Being able to just put something in the oven was a life saver. Having food prepped ahead sometimes made the difference between having a hot meal, or pouring a bowl of cold cereal. Yes, that did occasionally happen.

So plan ahead to make this yummy south-of-the-border dish and pick up a big tray of chicken! Cook it all up and put an extra pan of this in your freezer with cooking instructions on top.
Wehn you know you are going to have a full day, just pull this out the night before and defrost in the fridge.

Here is what Jamie of Life is Sweeter By Design has to say about her lower calorie dinner.

Do you love the flavors of Mexican food? I definitely do and I didn’t want to give it up even though I am trying to lose weight. Sometimes it takes a little creativity and effort, but it is possible to make recipes healthier and more points friendly! I made this Weight Watchers Chicken Enchilada Bake and didn’t even miss those extra calories.

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Quick Tip: If you are fixing dinner for just a few people instead of a crowd go ahead and make this dish in 3 loaf pans!

 

Think about it. You can put two int he freezer for later. Talk about a win-win!

Photo and recipe courtesy of Jamie from Life is Sweeter

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Fact: Just in time for football season this Crock Pot Recipe really makes this a TOUCHDOWN!

School is about to start, but football practice has been running for most of the summer. With our youngest getting ready for his senior year of hitting the turf as a starter, I am getting my head in the FOOD game. As in what food do I wan to make ahead and take with us!

Not that greasy fries and nachos are a bad thing..if eaten in moderation, but do I really wan to spend my time standing in a long line when I could be watching the game? My kid is playing out there for heaven sake and this is his last season.

Plus, I have always packed our dinner to eat at the game. It is as traditional as singing the national Anthem before the kick-off.

This is a crock pot recipe that I can toss together in the morning and put into a thermos before we head out.

Plus, for a hungry athlete. This hearty soup really hits the spot.

This is what Monique of Ambitious Kitchen had to say about her healthy yet scrumptious soup.

Another thing I love about this cozy lentil taco soup is that it’s freezer friendly. Make a big batch, then freeze half for lunches later this Winter. Meal prep like a boss!

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Quick Tip: This soup is going to be devoured so fast you might want to go ahead and double the recipe. The extras can always be put in zip-lock bags and frozen until later.

Trust me on this one. You will be so glad the next time you need a quick and hot meal.

 Recipe and photo courtesy of Monique of Ambitious Kitchen and Sarah Fennel.

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 This plate is full of flavor without being full of guilt!

Sometimes it is easy to be jealous of someones’ plate. Especially if you are counting calories or carbs!

Trust me I know! I have been dieting my whole life and there is nothing more frustrating than trying to cut back on your calorie intake, knowing that you will not be eating the food you love! Sure, this might mean that the super cheesy sour cream chicken enchiladas don’t take front and center on the menu, but when you add in great options like this salad you won’t even miss it.

I also love that you can have all the ingredients prepped and ready to toss together during the week for lunches. I think one of the things that sabotages alot of our eating is the fact we don’t plan ahead and have food that is healthy ready to eat WHEN we are hungry. As a result we end up just grabbing something from the snack bar, the food truck, drive-thru, or the fridge.

Feel free to customize this recipe to suit your taste and needs. On a Weight Watchers point program? Cut down on the corn and beans and add in bell peppers and spicy pickled carrots.

This is what Erin of Well Plated has to say about her yummy salad.

This Skinny Taco Salad is also ideal for meal prep. Chop the veggies and cook the turkey in advance and store them individually in the refrigerator. Then throughout the week, you can quickly assemble individual portions and add any other toppings you desire.

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Quick Tip: If you are taking this salad to work or on your next picnic, consider layering the ingredients with the dressing on the bottom, followed by meat, beans, corn, tomatoes, and then lettuce last. When ready to serve turn it upside down on a plate or bowl.

Recipe and Photo courtesy of Erin at Well Plated. 

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Finally, I found a recipe that tastes just Mom used to make! Amazing!

I thought they were kidding when I read that a 2 cup serving of this beefy pasta was only 8 Weight Watchers points! The taste is something that will knock your socks off!

I cook for a family besides my own. I am their part time “Household Manager”. One day I took over some recipe books and I went over some of the meal planning.

One of the recipes that was requested was for goulash.

My mom used to make goulash, but I don’t think she followed a recipe. it was pretty much a little bit of everything with marinara sauce on top. I loved it as a kid.

But I knew I needed a real recipe that I could actually repeat over and over.

When I came across this one I was surprised. It has soy sauce in it to give it a little kick. And the fact that is fairly low in calories..wow, I am so happy since I am trying to watch my weight.

The family loved it as well and it is one of their favorites, I hope you family will love it as well.

This is what Emily Bites has to say about this recipe.

I definitely recommend making this recipe as written so don’t omit the soy sauce, paprika or seasoned salt – they’re necessary for the flavor! Some people add bell peppers or cheese, and you can definitely add other veggies or mix-ins. I am usually of the mindset that anything can be improved by cheese, but I honestly found this dish doesn’t even need it.

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Quick Tip: I love to swap out the ground beef for italian sausage, but that is totally up to you!

Recipe and photo courtesy of Emily Bites. 

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]]> http://urbanretrorecipes.com/wheres-beef-right-american-dish/feed/ 3 5 Ingredients Away From FANTASTIC! This chicken dish perfect for busy schedules. http://urbanretrorecipes.com/5-ingredients-away-fantastic-chicken-dish-perfect-busy-schedules/ http://urbanretrorecipes.com/5-ingredients-away-fantastic-chicken-dish-perfect-busy-schedules/#respond Tue, 11 Jul 2017 05:10:59 +0000 http://urbanretrorecipes.com/?p=1287 The foundation of this dish is unbelievable, as in unbelievably easy….unbelievably delicious! I probably sound like a broken record. If you are too young to know what that is, they are like CDs only really big and if you leave them in direct sun that can get a little melted. Sorry, I guess that it […]

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The foundation of this dish is unbelievable, as in unbelievably easy….unbelievably delicious!

I probably sound like a broken record. If you are too young to know what that is, they are like CDs only really big and if you leave them in direct sun that can get a little melted.

Sorry, I guess that it a bit off topic – SQUIRREL!

But the point I am making is cooking more than you need in order to use it later. For example, this is a great recipe to double, then cut up the chicken and make chicken enchiladas for later in the week or for a few weeks down the road. If you are limited on freezer space, go ahead and cube up chicken and put into quart sized zip lock bag to use later.

Everything you can do ahead will save you time, energy and even financially later so try to think ahead. Cook Once, east twice isn’t just a nice sentiment, it is a lifestyle.

This is what Kimber from The Pinning Mama has to say about her creative dish.

I will admit that I eat nachos far more than I probably should.  I do try to pack them full of healthy extras to justify it, like corn, black beans, avocado, fresh cilantro, and tomatoes.  Doesn’t that sounds delicious?  So why stop there?  I mean the nachos are good because of all the stuff topping them, so why not take all that good stuff and bake it with some tender, juicy chicken breast? BINGO!  The Queso Chicken Bake was born!

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Quick Tip: Go ahead and cut into strips for smaller portion size, dice it up an you have the fixing for an awesome south of the border quesadilla.

Photo and recipe courtesy of  Kimber at The Pinning Mama

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