Category Archives: Make Ahead

Shrimp Mason Jar Salads with Lemon Vinaigrette

Ingredients Vinaigrette: Lemon infused olive oil, 2 TB (try this amazing meyer lemon version from Queen Creek Olive Mill Red wine vinegar, 4 TB (or, if you only have plain olive oil, 3 TB of vinegar and 1 TB of … Continue reading

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Mason Jar Chicken Salad with (Not Really Caesar) Lemon Dijon Dressing

So this was actually going to be a Caesar Salad in a Jar.  But I got all my ingredients out for Caesar dressing, including anchovy paste, and noticed my anchovy paste expired in July of 2012.  Please note that I … Continue reading

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Lasagna Soup

All the delicious lasagna taste, without as much work.  And this is a short cut type recipe – as I used jarred sauce.  You could certainly use your own homemade as well, or the jarred of your choice. Ingredients: Soup: … Continue reading

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Crockpot Chicken For Tacos, Taco Salads, Nachos and more!

I’m not even sure if this really counts as a recipe – because it’s more of a throw it all in and ignore it until it’s done kind of thing – and you can really mix it up and change … Continue reading

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Denver Omelet Egg Muffins

This one of my favorite make-ahead breakfasts.  I make these on a Sunday or Monday and eat them all week.  They also freeze, defrost and reheat very well.  A serving is 2 muffins, so this makes 6 servings. Reheat and … Continue reading

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No Lettuce Mason Jar Salad with (a little bit) Spicy Peanut Dressing

Sometimes I like a salad without lettuce – just tons of veggies and dressing.  For one thing, less chopping.  But also, they just feel a little heartier sometimes, and it’s always nice to mix things up.  I came up with … Continue reading

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Cherry Chocolate Overnight/Refrigerator Oats

Overnight oats make for a great grab and go breakfast, and you can eat them chilled, or heat them up if you prefer.  I love using frozen fruit right out of the freezer for these – it seems to flavor … Continue reading

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Caprese Mason Jar Salads with Broiled Chicken

Make ahead these salads for lunch all week – this recipe makes 4, or make 1 or 2 at a time.  They will keep for 4-5 days in the fridge. Chicken: 1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into … Continue reading

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Sante Fe Chicken

This chicken is great over brown rice, with toppings such as salsa, guacamole, sour cream and/or cheese and a few tortilla chips on the side to keep the kids happy!  When I am looking to save some calories, I skip … Continue reading

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