As we are all making the very best of staying home during the Corona Virus Pandemic, some of my mom friends and I shared what we are doing to keep up with the demands of feeding everyone 3 times a day (with snacks in between). I thought you all might be feeling the same and so I wanted to share some of the recipes that my husband and I make that are typically big hits with our kids. They have been helpful to have on hand while we are all gathering around the table several times a day!
One of the most requested by my kids is Baked Cheesy Chicken Burritos. This is a dish that serves several- it works well for serving for dinner and then saving half the dish to serve for lunch the next day. It reheats in the microwave easily- or you can put it in a conventional oven to re-warm.
1. Baked Cheesy Chicken Burritos
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2. Ron's Marinara Sauce & Meatballs
My husband has a family friend who owned an Italian restaurant, and he would invite Ron to the kitchen to learn the recipes. Between that experience and having a mom who is a great cook, Ron developed his own love of creating in the kitchen. Mostly, he just likes to eat, and so he makes food he loves. If I'm lucky I will catch him in time to get him to write down how he made something. It took me awhile to get this one on paper, but he finally stopped long enough to write it out for me. Our family loves this meal- and I have to admit...I was never a spaghetti and meatball kind of girl before he converted me! The recipes make enough for 6-8 servings. Here are the recipes in his words...
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3. Salmon BLTs
This dinner comes together quickly and can be eaten "deconstructed" to suit the tastes of our sometimes-picky families. Our kids gobble this one up and I am always happy to serve something that cooks quickly and is enjoyed by everyone!
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4. "Grammy Soup"
This soup is named after my husband's step-mom. She made this for us several times when our kids were born, and it was a life-saver for many meals! It is a simple recipe but so filling and satisfying! It has become a go-to for our family. We like to serve it with Pepperidge Farm 3-Cheese Bread (freezer section).
