http://www.makedinnereasy.com/easy-dinner-recipes-blog.html The Easy Dinner Blog keeps you up to date with new dinner plans and recipes as they are added to the MakeDinnerEasy.com web site. Subscribe here! en-us easy dinner ideas Wed, 16 May 2012 16:50:20 GMT Wed, 16 May 2012 16:50:20 GMT makedinnereasy.com http://www.makedinnereasy.com/cooking-for-a-team.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/cooking-for-a-team.html My definition of extreme cooking is trying to feed a group of hungry athletes out of a hotel room. In addition to feeding my four teenagers at home, I often take my recipes on the road, literally! If you ever are traveling with a group of people and want to avoid eating out, you will be amazed at how a little planning can enable you to prepare nutritious and economical meals in very little space. Mon, 07 May 2012 18:10:02 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/blueberry-crisp-recipe.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/blueberry-crisp-recipe.html I usually keep a bag of frozen blueberries in the freezer to make this super easy Blueberry Crisp at a moments notice. It's a family favorite, and is always a hit at weekend gatherings or #SundaySupper. I recommend putting it in the oven about 1.5-2 hours before you will be serving dessert. That will allow enough time for the crisp to bake but still be warm enough to melt the vanilla ice cream on top when you serve it. Sun, 06 May 2012 16:06:54 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/chili-lime-chicken.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/chili-lime-chicken.html Spring seems to be coming early this year - time to dust off the grill! If you still want to keep the green theme going this Saint Patty's weekend, these Grilled Chili Lime Chicken Legs are easy enough for a family dinner and tasty enough for company. I like to buy an economical, family style package of chicken legs for this recipe as leftovers would be great for lunch the next day. If you're planning a family dinner, follow #SundaySupper on Twitter today and every Sunday! Sun, 18 Mar 2012 11:00:16 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/corned-beef-brisket.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/corned-beef-brisket.html Corned Beef Brisket can take a long time to cook. This recipe uses a slow cooker and the vegetables are cooked seperately so they can be served in a crispier manner Fri, 16 Mar 2012 14:04:08 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/braised-bbq-ribs.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/braised-bbq-ribs.html My family loves ribs, but the weather where we live isn't always the most conducive to cooking ribs outside. This recipe uses a three part method on the stove and in the oven that produces tender meat that falls off the bone. Better yet, the oven braising helps the bbq sauce penetrate throughout the meat. These are rib cook-off worthy and you don't even need to step outside to make them! Sat, 10 Mar 2012 22:24:43 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/chicken-and-stuffing.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/chicken-and-stuffing.html I'll admit it, I just won't cook with canned cream soup. I'll blame it on my mother who cooked everything from scratch, but in reality I've found it really doesn't take that much more time to make creamy casseroles using whole ingredients. This recipe for Chicken and Stuffing Casserole is a great example of how you can control the sodium and seasonings by making your own cream sauce rather than using the canned variety. Wed, 07 Mar 2012 03:33:42 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/simple-sauteed-scallops.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/simple-sauteed-scallops.html Scallops are a very easy and fast type of seafood to prepare. If you've never cooked them before I've included some of my tips in this recipe to make sure they turn out great. If the price of jumbo scallops scares you away, frozen bay scallops are often a much less costly option, just make sure you blot them well before cooking! Fri, 24 Feb 2012 17:09:16 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/fisherman-stew.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/fisherman-stew.html Any easy recipe that my kids will eat, that includes fish, is a winner in my book. This fisherman's stew can be made in less than 30 minutes and is something even my teenage boys will eat. To make the prep easier I often ask someone at the fish counter to cut up the white fish into chunks. Although the recipe calls for cod, I have also used tilapia or any whitefish that is on sale. Wed, 22 Feb 2012 13:38:18 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/roasted-italian-sausage.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/roasted-italian-sausage.html I'm all for easy and this is easy. I like to make this recipe in two pans so that it's easier to blot the fat off of the sausage before mixing it with the potatoes and onions. If you're making this for a party you can even cook it in advanced and keep it warm in the slow cooker. Thu, 02 Feb 2012 13:54:51 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/spinach-artichoke-dip.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/spinach-artichoke-dip.html Thinking of making a spinach and artichoke dip for your Super Bowl party? This recipe scores for several reasons. It is easily made in the slow cooker and it calls for fresh spinach. Most spinach and artichoke dips call for frozen spinach that needs to be well drained. This version calls for baby spinach leaves which makes the recipe fresher and easier to make. Fri, 27 Jan 2012 14:56:17 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/glazed-meatballs.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/glazed-meatballs.html A party isn't a party at my house unless I make these glazed meatballs. When ever people are coming over my kids always ask "did you make the meatballs" Lucky for me, these are so easy to make. I use frozen meatballs, a slow cooker, and a sauce that can be made in advance and even frozen. Gotta love an easy, no-fuss appetizer recipe, especially one that people keep asking for! Wed, 25 Jan 2012 13:25:21 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/hot-wings-recipe.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/hot-wings-recipe.html I'm all for a good make ahead recipe, especially when I'm having people over. If you feel the same, you'll love this oven baked hot wing recipe. You can make it in advance and then either warm it up in the oven or crisp it up on the grill. Add some blue cheese salad dressing for dipping and game time will be delicious! Tue, 24 Jan 2012 15:48:24 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/kung-pao-chicken-recipe.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/kung-pao-chicken-recipe.html If you want to celebrate Chinese New Year tonight or this week,this quick and easy recipe for Kung Pao Chicken is a great option. Most take out versions of this dish feature small pieces of fried chicken coated in an flavorful sauce, I've made this recipe a little more healthy by using sauteed chicken. The best part is that this recipe can be made in less than 30 minutes, which might be quicker than take-out! Mon, 23 Jan 2012 15:51:55 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/dinnermenus.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/dinnermenus.html It's hard enough to get everything done for the holidays let alone thinking about what to cook for dinner. Let me do the thinking for you! I just posted my dinner ideas, recipes and a printable grocery shopping list for next week. You can Make Dinner Easy! Fri, 16 Dec 2011 19:21:49 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/christmas-family-traditions.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/christmas-family-traditions.html Christmas is a great time to build family memories and honor family traditions. I have teamed up with two other mom bloggers to share our own Christmas traditions as well as provide you with ideas of gifts you can cook up from your kitchen, centerpieces you can make, and even creative ways to wrap presents. It's my gift to you! Sun, 11 Dec 2011 12:02:24 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/slow-cooker-roast-beef.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/slow-cooker-roast-beef.html Winter is here and so is my kids crazy sports schedules. I rarely have time to cook dinner at night and even then everyone eats in shifts. This Slow Cooker Roast Beef recipe really saves me. The best part is it cooks in a nice thick gravy. No processed ingredients or packaged mixes here, just the basics. Go Team! Thu, 01 Dec 2011 14:33:26 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/orzo-pasta-salad.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/orzo-pasta-salad.html <img src="http://www.makedinnereasy.com/images/mediteranian-pasta-salad.jpg"align="right"> I have four teenagers who are really active in sports. Needless to say they are always hungry, no actually they tell me all the time that they are "starving"! I usually end up making several different dinners each night, one before practice and one after practice. Today I made a double batch of this pasta salad. Hoping that some paninis and this pasta salad will keep the natives quiet for awhile, or at least until I have time to make dinner! Wed, 30 Nov 2011 20:27:06 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/asian-turkey-soup.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/asian-turkey-soup.html My turkey carcass only spent five days in the freezer before I had the urge to make turkey soup. If you are thinking of doing the same, this is an Asian inspired turkey soup recipe. My favorite part is the julienned strips of pea pods sprinkled on top just before serving! Wed, 30 Nov 2011 14:31:14 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/cranberry-sauce-recipe.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/cranberry-sauce-recipe.html <center><img src="http://www.makedinnereasy.com/images/cranberry-sauce-fw.jpg"align="center"></center> <br>Do you serve a cranberry sauce that goes untouched, that just gets passed from person to person around the table? If so, I have a challenge for you. If you serve cranberry sauce out of a can, consider making it yourself this year. If you normally make a cooked cranberry sauce, consider this raw, uncooked version. I have been making this for years and it is really delicious. Go ahead, break the rules. and serve something with a little crunch this year! Wed, 23 Nov 2011 14:07:43 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/roasted-sweet-potatoes.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/roasted-sweet-potatoes.html <img src="http://www.makedinnereasy.com/images/roasted-sweet-potatoes-fw.jpg"align="right"><br> Thanksgiving is usually the season to make a sweet potato casserole with brown sugar and marshmallows. There is another option if you don't want to eat that much sugar. This recipe for roasted sweet potatoes is easy, healthy, and you might even get a non-sweet potato eater to not only try it but to even like it! Tue, 22 Nov 2011 00:01:07 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/how-to-cook-a-turkey.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/how-to-cook-a-turkey.html If you are buying a frozen turkey to cook on Thanksgiving, try to plan in advance the day you need to start defrosting it in the refrigerator. Plan on one day for every 4-5 pounds of turkey. So that 15 pound hen in your freezer will take 3-4 days to defrost in your fridge. Defrosting your bird in the refrigerator is the safest and easiest way, as long as plan far enough in advance! Fri, 18 Nov 2011 22:26:12 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/make-ahead-mashed-potatoes.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/make-ahead-mashed-potatoes.html No Thanksgiving dinner is complete without mashed potatoes but they can be tricky to make just before you serve dinner. This recipe can be made up to several days in advance and warmed in the oven. If you're afraid that you won't have room in the oven to cook this, remember that most people let their turkeys rest for at least 20 minutes before carving. Between the resting time and the carving time, your potatoes should be nice and hot! Wed, 16 Nov 2011 18:05:08 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/baked-turkey-burgers.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/baked-turkey-burgers.html <center><img src="http://www.makedinnereasy.com/images/backed-cheeseburgers.jpg"align="center"></center><br> Burgers taste great when they're cooked on the grill. But sometimes you just can't use a grill, or you may not want to if the weather isn't nice. You can still make a moist and juicy burger in the oven using this recipe. I usually use ground turkey to make these, but you could certainly use lean ground beef. Mon, 14 Nov 2011 14:34:44 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/dinnermenus.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/dinnermenus.html <img src="http://www.makedinnereasy.com/images/grilled-chili-lime-chicken-.jpg"align="right"><br> If you are wondering what to make for dinner tonight, you can follow this easy plan which includes dinner ideas, easy dinner recipes, and a printable grocery shopping list for the week. Featured is a great recipe for <b>Grilled Chili Lime Chicken Legs</b>! Fri, 11 Nov 2011 19:59:33 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/pumpkin-bread-recipe.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/pumpkin-bread-recipe.html If you have a can of pumpkin in the house, you probably have the rest of the ingredients for this recipe. Pumpkin bread is a perennial favorite in our house, and it's always a favorite to make in the fall. This recipe makes two loaves, one to eat now and one that you can freeze! Tue, 08 Nov 2011 22:59:25 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/how-to-cook-a-turkey.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/how-to-cook-a-turkey.html Most meals don't require a lot of planning, Thanksgiving dinner is different. A little planning and preparation ahead of time can help the beginner cook as well as the experienced cook make a traditional turkey dinner with less stress. Here are some of my tips for how to buy, prep, and cook a turkey. Tue, 08 Nov 2011 21:59:14 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/french-toast-casserole.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/french-toast-casserole.html You might think this Apple French Toast Casserole is just for breakfast or brunch but you can even make it for dinner. Best of all it can be made ahead to make mealtime even easier. Tue, 08 Nov 2011 13:41:09 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/pumpkinpie-a-la-easy.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/pumpkinpie-a-la-easy.html This is a great recipe to make if you want the taste of pumpkin pie but don't want to fuss with the crust. Crust: 1 ¼ Cups flour 3/4 Cup quick or old-fashioned Mon, 07 Nov 2011 14:52:56 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/mango-bean-dip.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/mango-bean-dip.html An unusual mango bean dip recipe that is delicious and so easy to make Mon, 07 Nov 2011 14:39:43 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/dinnermenus.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/dinnermenus.html Don't know what to make for dinner? You don't have to get take out! I've posted the new plan for next week including new dinner menus, recipes and a printable grocery shopping list. Fri, 04 Nov 2011 03:59:35 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/thanksgiving-dinner-ideas.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/thanksgiving-dinner-ideas.html I've got lots of thanksgiving dinner ideas including planning ideas, recipes, supplies you will need, and general ideas to make the day go easier. Thu, 03 Nov 2011 12:36:00 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/roasting-a-turkey.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/roasting-a-turkey.html Does the thought of roasting a turkey make your palms sweat? I've provided detailed directions to help you roast a moist and delicious bird! Sat, 15 Oct 2011 12:56:48 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/turkey-recipes.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/turkey-recipes.html free and easy turkey recipes Sat, 15 Oct 2011 12:42:29 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/lemon-chicken.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/lemon-chicken.html A yummy recipe for lemon chicken that is made in the slow cooker. Browning the chicken before placing it in the slow cooker gives it an attractive appearance and the lemony sauce keeps it moist. Fri, 05 Aug 2011 13:26:38 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/crowd-pleasing-brownies.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/crowd-pleasing-brownies.html This recipe for Crowd Pleasing Brownies easy for the cook and is great to serve at large gatherings. It can be prepared in 15 minutes and only takes 30 minutes to bake. Thu, 04 Aug 2011 12:48:17 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/potato-salad.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/potato-salad.html A really easy potato salad recipe. You don't even need to peel the potatos for this one! Thu, 04 Aug 2011 12:45:47 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/herbed-chicken-drumsticks.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/herbed-chicken-drumsticks.html This herbed chicken drumsticks recipes is another one of my quick, easy chicken recipes. Thu, 04 Aug 2011 12:41:58 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/chili-lime-chicken.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/chili-lime-chicken.html Take advantage of economical chicken legs and make these delicious Grilled Chili Lime Chicken Legs. These are easy enough for a weeknight dinner and delicious enough for company. Thu, 04 Aug 2011 12:38:46 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/roasted-italian-sausage.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/roasted-italian-sausage.html This recipe for Roasted Italian Sausage with Potatoes, Peppers, and Onions is super easy and delicious. It's a great recipe for a weeknight dinner, party or pot-luck Thu, 04 Aug 2011 12:34:31 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/pecan-tassies.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/pecan-tassies.html A reader shares her Mom's recipe for pecan tassies. Looks like a great easy Christmas Cookie Recipe! Thu, 04 Aug 2011 00:50:43 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/custard-squares.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/custard-squares.html Base 1 box pound cake 1 stick margarine 2 eggs Top 1 brick cream cheese 1 lb powedered sugar less 1/2 cup 2 eggs Combine pound cake mix, margarine and Tue, 17 May 2011 22:48:40 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/cheese-burger.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/cheese-burger.html These oven baked Cheese Burger Sliders would make for a good burger to feed a bunch of kids, for a football party or even for a quick and fun dinner when it's too yucky out to grill. Thu, 28 Apr 2011 12:23:55 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/foolproof-dark-chocolate-fudge1.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/foolproof-dark-chocolate-fudge1.html Foolproof Dark Chocolate Fudge 3 C semisweet chocolate chips 1 can (14 oz.) sweetened condensed milk dash salt 1 C chopped walnuts 1 1/2 tsp. vanilla Sat, 23 Apr 2011 15:43:25 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/foolproof-dark-chocolate-fudge.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/foolproof-dark-chocolate-fudge.html Foolproof Dark Chocolate Fudge 3 C semisweet chocolate chips 1 can (14 oz.) sweetened condensed milk dash salt 1 C chopped walnuts 1 1/2 tsp. vanilla Sat, 23 Apr 2011 15:43:19 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/shrimp-fried-rice.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/shrimp-fried-rice.html Super fast and yummy! Thu, 21 Apr 2011 03:18:08 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/easy-dinner-recipes-blog.html#Thanks-for-the-Feedback! http://www.makedinnereasy.com/easy-dinner-recipes-blog.html#Thanks-for-the-Feedback! Jody from MN just wrote in: <i>"I can't tell you how many meal/menu sites I have tried! I wanted simple meals that I could enjoy with my kids and husband. I wanted some sophistication of taste along with ease of preparation and also a grocery list to go along with the menu! Wow! We have LOVED your site. The dinner hour is now so stress free. One big side benefit is that the grocery list is ACCURATE. I've tried others, but somehow always ended up with lots of waste and wasted food is wasted money. Oh, the Chicken Enchiladas and the Load Potatoe Soup and more....Yum...... THANK YOU!"</i> Mon, 28 Mar 2011 00:53:36 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/king-chicken.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/king-chicken.html Chicken breast - 4 1 can cream of chicken soup corn bread stuffing Swiss cheese - 4 slices enough to cover each chicken breast melted butter 1 table spoon Thu, 17 Mar 2011 23:48:21 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/black-bean-quesadillas.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/black-bean-quesadillas.html 1 Can of Blackbeans Salsa (to your liking) Pepper Jack Cheese (or cheddar if too spicy for kids) 1 Avocado (cut into small slices) Tortillas Mix blackbeans Sun, 13 Mar 2011 04:40:23 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/easy-dinner-recipes-blog.html#Making-Dinner-Easy-for-Busy-Sports-Parents http://www.makedinnereasy.com/easy-dinner-recipes-blog.html#Making-Dinner-Easy-for-Busy-Sports-Parents Are you a soccer mom or a hockey dad? Making a healthy family dinner when you are busy with meets, games, and practices can be tough, I know! As the mom of 4 kids who are really involved in sports here are my tips to serve healthy dinners at home and keep your sanity! Mon, 21 Feb 2011 15:25:54 GMT http://www.makedinnereasy.com/perfect-crock-pot-pork-roast.html http://www.makedinnereasy.com/perfect-crock-pot-pork-roast.html I'd forgotten how good pork roast can be! I just trimmed off a bit of fat, plopped it into the Crock Pot, set it on Low, and put it in the garage so the Sat, 19 Feb 2011 13:05:58 GMT