Life’s a Beach

 I like to use this recipe on days that I have more time during the day to put dinner together, than I do in the evening. There are quite a few nights during the week, where I’m just not home. I’m pretty certain that my family gets sick of the “free for all” nights. Premade casseroles and slow cooker dishes are my answer to making sure my family has dinner and so I feel like a champion for actually feeding them.  And…. Just in case you forgot…. I hate cooking! So simple recipes is what you will always get from me.  Easy Layered Taco Bake This Easy Layered Taco Bake is the perfect weeknight dinner when you need something simple, hearty, and made from pantry staples. It’s customizable, family-friendly, and comes together with just a few basic ingredients you probably already have on hand! Ingredients 1 lb shredded or ground meat 1 packet taco seasoning 1 can refried beans 1 cup salsa 2 cups shredded cheese Tortilla chips Optional: olives, corn, jalapeños, onions, or pantry ...

I’m going to tell you now, if you’re looking for fancy gourmet recipes… You are in the wrong place. I don’t love to cook, so all of my recipes are generally quick and EASY. This easy slow cooker Chili is one of those comforting, dump-and-go meals that saves busy days. It’s hearty, protein-packed, and incredibly versatile. Customize it with your favorite add-ins and let your slow cooker do the work! I use my “ beautiful” brand slow cooker , which I absolutely love. It is not only beautiful, it has a setting specifically for Chili.  Incase you missed, it at the top of my blog, I have a little affiliate with Amazon and Sams club. So if you do purchase from any of the links. I am required to tell you, I do get a small commission. I actually only became affiliated with Sams Club because I already share all my finds with my friends. I saw someone advertising that you can get a commission for something I was already doing. I really do love Sams Club. As a family of 6 buying in bulk is a ...

Lets Get right to it because no one likes to read super long blogs just to get to the recipe   Easy Homemade Cornbread Ingredients: 1 cup flour (gluten-free optional) 1 cup cornmeal 2/3 cup white sugar 1 tsp salt 3 1/2 tsp baking powder 1 egg 1 cup milk ( baking powder optional) 1/3 cup vegetable oil ( olive oil optional) Directions: Preheat oven to 400°F. Grease an 8x8 inch pan ( coconut oil optional). In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, sugar, salt, and baking powder. Stir in egg, milk, and oil until well combined. Bake for 20–25 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Nutrition Facts (Approximate per serving, 1/9 pan): Calories: 240 Total Fat: 10g Carbohydrates: 36g Protein: 3g Sodium: 450mg Fiber: 2g Nutritional values are estimates and may vary based on specific ingredients used. Printable Recipe I usually pair this with Crockpot chili on busy nights  Some of us in my household have food sensitivities to dairy or gluten. This re...