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Tag: Homemade Meal

  • “30-Minute Dinner Savior: Baked Potatoes with Sour Cream and Chives

    “30-Minute Dinner Savior: Baked Potatoes with Sour Cream and Chives

    Baked Potatoes with Sour Cream and Chives – A Perfect At-Home Meal for Busy Parents

    As a stay-at-home parent, it can be difficult to find the time to make a nutritious and delicious meal for the family. That’s why I love this simple and tasty recipe for baked potatoes with sour cream and chives. It not only requires minimal fuss and effort, but it’s also an economical choice that everyone in the family will love.

    Ingredients:
    4 large potatoes,
    2 tablespoons butter,
    1 tablespoon olive oil,
    ½ cup sour cream,
    2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives,
    Salt and pepper to taste.

    Instructions:
    1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
    2. Wash the potatoes and pat them dry with a paper towel.
    3. Place the potatoes on a baking sheet and rub them with butter and olive oil.
    4. Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes or until golden brown and tender when pierced with a fork.
    5. Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before slicing in half lengthwise.
    6. Scoop out some of the potato flesh from each half and place in a bowl. Mash lightly with a fork and mix in ½ cup of sour cream, 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh chives, salt, and pepper to taste.
    7. Divide the mixture among the potato halves and top each one with more sour cream and chives if desired.
    8. Place back into oven for 10 minutes or until everything is heated through. Serve hot!

    This recipe has been part of our family’s dinner rotation ever since my kids were toddlers! Each time we make them I think back to when my son was just learning to talk – he would often point at his plate of baked potatoes exclaiming “potata! potata!” It always made us laugh, especially because that was one of his first real words he learned! We all love this simple recipe because it’s so easy to make, takes very little time, and still tastes amazing every single time we make it – what more could you ask for? Plus, you can easily customize it by adding different toppings such as bacon bits or cheese if desired! So next time you’re looking for an easy meal that your entire family will enjoy, try this delicious dish of baked potatoes with sour cream and chives!

  • Cooking with Kids: How to Make Delicious Chicken Parmesan at Home

    Cooking with Kids: How to Make Delicious Chicken Parmesan at Home

    Chicken Parmesan Recipe For The Stay At Home Parent

    There’s nothing better than a delicious home-cooked meal after a long day of parenting. Chicken Parmesan is a classic Italian dish that is both easy to prepare and satisfying to eat. This recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

    Ingredients:

    -4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
    -1 cup Italian-style bread crumbs
    -1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
    -2 eggs
    -1 teaspoon garlic powder
    -1/2 teaspoon salt
    -1/4 teaspoon black pepper
    -1/4 cup olive oil
    -1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
    -3 cloves garlic, minced
    -2 teaspoons dried oregano
    -2 teaspoons dried basil
    -1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
    Instructions:

    1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.

    2. Place chicken breasts in the baking dish. In a medium bowl, mix together the bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, eggs, garlic powder, salt and pepper until well blended. Dip each chicken breast in the egg and bread crumb mixture until each breast is fully coated. Drizzle with olive oil and bake for 25 minutes in the preheated oven, or until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear.

    3. In a large skillet over medium heat, combine the crushed tomatoes, garlic, oregano and basil. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Pour over the chicken breasts. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve with your favorite sides or over pasta. Enjoy!

    My Story: A Tale of Chicken Parmesan For The Stay At Home Parent

    As a stay at home parent juggling homeschooling my three kids while trying to get dinner on the table every night was no easy task! I often found myself running out of time to make something healthy yet delicious that the kids would actually eat. That’s when I stumbled across this amazing Chicken Parmesan recipe that I could make with minimal effort and time on my hands. It quickly became a family favorite! Every time I made it my kids would devour it so quickly it was like it was magically disappearing off their plates into thin air! Over time I tweaked it to perfection so that it was both flavorful and nutritious for my family. Now this Chicken Parmesan dish has become an almost weekly staple in my household – even my picky eaters love it!

  • “Become a Peking Duck Master Chef – The Ultimate Guide for Stay at Home Parent!”

    “Become a Peking Duck Master Chef – The Ultimate Guide for Stay at Home Parent!”

    Peking Duck Recipe

    A Peking Duck is a classic Chinese dish that has been around for centuries and is a popular treat for anyone who loves Chinese cuisine. Traditionally, this dish is made with whole ducks that have been marinated in a special mixture of spices and then hung to dry. The skin is then roasted until it’s crispy and flavor-packed, and the meat is served with sweet hoisin sauce, scallions, and cucumber slices. Making Peking Duck is an elaborate process, but the results are worth it!

    Ingredients:

    -2 whole ducks
    -2 tablespoons of dark soy sauce
    -1 tablespoon of sesame oil
    -1 tablespoon of Shaoxing wine
    -1 teaspoon of salt
    -1 teaspoon of sugar
    -1 teaspoon of five-spice powder
    -2 cloves of garlic, minced
    -2 inches of ginger, grated

    Instructions:
    1. Start by preparing the ducks by removing any excess fat or pin feathers. Cut off the wings and legs at the joints and set aside for later.
    2. In a medium bowl mix together the soy sauce, sesame oil, Shaoxing wine, salt, sugar, five-spice powder, garlic and ginger until combined. Rub this mixture all over the ducks and let them marinate overnight in the refrigerator.
    3. The next day, preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Place the ducks in a roasting pan breast side up and roast for 45 minutes or until the skin is crispy and golden brown.
    4. Remove from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes before carving into thin slices. Serve with hoisin sauce, scallions and cucumber slices on the side if desired. Enjoy!

    Blog as Stay at Home Parent: How to Make Delicious Peking Duck at Home!
    As a stay at home parent I know how hard it can be to find time to cook delicious meals for your family while also taking care of your children’s needs. That’s why I wanted to share this recipe for Peking Duck – it’s an easy yet impressive dish that requires minimal effort but delivers maximum flavor! Not only will your family love this classic Chinese dish but you’ll also get to enjoy some quality time in the kitchen as well. So grab your ingredients and follow these simple steps to make this delicious meal in no time flat!

    Peking duck has long been one of my favorite dishes since I was a child. My grandparents would make this treat every time we visited their home in Hong Kong – it was always so flavorful! The combination of crunchy skin with sweet hoisin sauce was something I looked forward to every single time – there’s nothing like homemade Peking duck when done right! Now that I have children of my own I want to share this recipe with them so they can experience the same joy I did when eating it as a kid. And now that you know how easy it is to make at home you can try it out too – your family will thank you for it!