Canuck Eats

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  • “Tantalize Your Taste Buds: Delicious Beef and Sweet and Sour Stir-Fry Perfect for Busy Stay-at-Home Parents!”

    “Tantalize Your Taste Buds: Delicious Beef and Sweet and Sour Stir-Fry Perfect for Busy Stay-at-Home Parents!”

    As a stay-at-home parent, I know that cooking can be a challenge. After all, it’s hard to juggle meal planning with the demands of caring for children and managing the home. But with some time and creativity, you can still make delicious dishes that your family will love—like this Beef and Sweet and Sour Stir-Fry.

    This classic dish is a great way to get your family to eat their veggies. It’s also packed full of flavor thanks to the sweet and sour sauce, which adds a hint of sweetness combined with the savory notes of soy sauce and garlic. Plus, the beef provides a hearty protein that will keep your kids full and satisfied.

    To make this easy stir-fry, you will need:

    1 pound lean ground beef
    2 tablespoons vegetable oil
    1 onion, diced
    2 cloves garlic, minced
    1 bell pepper, diced
    1 cup frozen peas and carrots
    1/2 cup pineapple chunks
    1/4 cup brown sugar
    1/4 cup soy sauce
    2 tablespoons white vinegar
    1 tablespoon cornstarch
    Salt and pepper to taste

    Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook for about 3 minutes until softened. Add the beef and cook until browned. Then add the bell pepper, peas, carrots, pineapple chunks, brown sugar, soy sauce and white vinegar. Cook for about 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

    In a small bowl or cup, mix together the cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water to make a slurry. Add this mixture to the pan and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 2 minutes or until thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste then remove from heat. Serve over rice or noodles if desired.

    My family loves this easy stir-fry recipe because it’s so quick and flavorful. Plus, it’s packed full of vegetables which is always a plus in our house! There’s something special about this combination of beef and sweet and sour flavors that really brings out the best in each ingredient—it’s sure to become a favorite in your home too!

    Although finding time to cook can be difficult as a stay-at-home parent, this simple recipe proves that you can still whip up delicious meals for your family without too much effort. The key is to use simple ingredients that come together quickly for maximum flavor in minimal time! And this Beef and Sweet & Sour Stir-Fry will definitely hit the spot for everyone in your family.

  • Grilled Pork Chops and Veggies: The Perfect Stay at Home Parent Meal

    Grilled Pork Chops and Veggies: The Perfect Stay at Home Parent Meal

    Grilled Pork Chops with Vegetables – An Easy and Delicious Dinner for Busy Stay at Home Parents

    As a stay at home parent, it can be challenging to find the time to make a delicious and healthy dinner for the family. That’s why I love this easy and flavorful grilled pork chop and vegetable recipe. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a delicious dinner on the table in no time. Plus, the leftovers are great for lunch the next day.

    Ingredients:

    -4 pork chops (boneless, trimmed of fat)
    -2 tablespoons olive oil
    -2 teaspoons garlic powder
    -1 teaspoon paprika
    -1 teaspoon onion powder
    -Salt and pepper to taste
    -1 bell pepper (any color), cut into strips
    -1 small onion, cut into strips
    -2 medium zucchini, cut into rounds
    -2 tablespoons butter
    -2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)

    Directions:
    1. Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium heat.
    2. While the grill is heating up, rub the pork chops with olive oil and season with garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, salt and pepper.
    3. Place the pork chops on the preheated grill and cook for about 4 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Set aside when done.
    4. In a large skillet melt butter over medium heat. Add bell pepper, onion and zucchini to the skillet and sauté for about 8 minutes until vegetables are tender. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
    5. Serve grilled pork chops with vegetables alongside or topped with the cooked vegetables. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy!

    As I was preparing this meal for my family I was reminded of when my husband first proposed to me nearly 20 years ago. We had gone out to dinner at a restaurant that served grilled pork chops with vegetables and we both agreed that it was delicious! Ever since then we’ve been making this meal as a special treat whenever we have time together as a family. This grilled pork chop recipe is especially great for busy stay at home parents like us because it is so easy to make yet still full of flavor and nutrition!