The base of this Spicy Shrimp Udon Noodle Soup is made from bone broth, which has many benefits including boosting your immune system and healthy digestion along with maintaining healthy skin and joints. This Shrimp Udon Soup is dairy free and serves 4-6 people.

This Vintage Charleston recipe for “Cheaper by the Dozen Spare Ribs” came from my “Charleston Receipts” recipe book I bought last year on one of my many visits to this historic favorite destination. I was inspired to make it for a little step back in time, and it turned out to be a most delicious meal. It uses very basic ingredients and easily and quickly comes together for a tasty family meal “on a budget.”

My Monte Cristo Turkey Waffle Sandwich is a healthier option then the original version of this sandwich, which is pan or deep fried. My version utilizes the waffle maker to bake that same crisp crust into the bread without all the oil. My inspiration for this delicious sandwich was to transform Thanksgiving leftovers into a delicious lunch for the following day using the turkey and cranberry sauce.

Need a recipe to transform your leftover Thanksgiving turkey? This Cajun Turkey Chili is a total transformation and easily thrown together for an effortless crockpot slow cook. (You can easily use chicken as well.) With the help of Poppa Earle’s Cajun Seasoning and a few other simple ingredients, this cozy chili is full of flavor and brings some added spicy heat to warm you up on a cold day.

My Pecan Chicken Salad is easy to put together when starting with a rotisserie chicken and adding some healthy foods such as celery, grapes, red onions and of course, pecans. Along with some flavorful spices like turmeric, cumin and oregano, this pecan chicken salad makes a great lunch or easy dinner option. Serves 6-8. Easy to make.

This delicious recipe for Brunswick Stew was given to me by my Grandmother and modified for an easy crockpot slow cook. Chicken, stewed beef, tomatoes, potatoes, onions, butter beans are the main ingredients, along with a few simple add-ins for the tasty broth. Try this easy recipe for a simple, yet delicious crockpot meal for a large crowd or family.

Try my version of Healthier Sloppy Joes by sneaking in a few extra veggies into the ground beef, then switching up buns for different vegetable vessels that provide nutrients. Potatoes, peppers and zucchini can be the perfect vessel to enjoy your sloppy joes!

If you’re looking for a healthier way to enjoy barbeque, try swapping pork for chicken and make my easy Crockpot Chicken Barbeque. (Also would work with turkey breast.) With very little prep and a few minimal ingredients, you’ll have delicious home made barbeque you can serve on buns, or by itself with some sides. It also makes a perfect alternative for a rainy day BBQ. Another great idea, is adding it to a soup or stew for a wholesome and substantial cold weather meal.

With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a fun dinner or even use this recipe for an appetizer. I usually conjure this up with some leftover chicken from the day before or use a precooked rotisserie chicken from the store to make it super simple. Kids love helping with this, so let them make a little mess…it will be ok!

Juicy, delicious, and easy to make! This Oven Baked Chicken is so flavorful and quick to make, using simple ingredients you probably already have in your pantry.