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“Indulge in Comforting Sweet-Savory Sweet Potatoes – A Perfect Recipe for Busy Stay-At-Home Parents!”
Baked Sweet Potatoes with Cinnamon and Brown Sugar
As a stay-at-home parent, I often find myself looking for new, creative ways to make meals for my family. One of my favorite recipes to make is baked sweet potatoes with cinnamon and brown sugar. Not only is this dish simple to prepare, but it’s also a delicious side dish that pleases the whole family. Plus, the combination of sweet potatoes, cinnamon, and brown sugar gives this dish a wonderfully comforting flavor that everyone loves!
When I first tried this recipe, my children were a bit skeptical. After all, sweet potatoes aren’t the most popular vegetable for kids. But after I baked them with cinnamon and brown sugar, they loved them! The sweetness of the cinnamon and brown sugar complements the soft texture of the sweet potatoes perfectly. Now, my kids request them as a side dish several times a week.
To prepare this dish, you’ll need:
2 large sweet potatoes
2 tablespoons of melted butter
2 tablespoons of brown sugar
1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
Salt and pepper to tasteBegin by preheating your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Then wash and peel your sweet potatoes before cutting them into 1/2 inch cubes. Place the cubes onto a non-stick baking sheet. Drizzle the melted butter over the top and then sprinkle on the brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Give everything a good mix until all of the cubes are evenly coated in the mixture. Finally, place them in your preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes or until they are golden brown and tender when pierced with a fork.
Serve your baked sweet potatoes with cinnamon and brown sugar as a delicious side dish for any meal or occasion! My kids love it when I make this dish for dinner because it’s both healthy and tasty! Plus, it’s inexpensive to make which is always an added bonus when you’re trying to stick to a budget as a stay-at-home parent.
I will never forget the first time I made this recipe for my family; it was like magic! The aroma of sweet potatoes baking in cinnamon and brown sugar filled our home with warmth and comfort that can only be found in homemade meals. It was truly something special that I will always remember! Now I look forward to making this classic side dish every week so that we can all enjoy its wonderful flavor together!
“Grilled Shrimp: A Stay-at-Home Parent’s Secret to Tangy Basil & Zesty Lemon Flavour!”
Grilled Shrimp with Basil and Lemon: A Delicious and easy Stay at Home Parent Recipe
As a stay at home parent, quick and easy recipes are a must. I’m always looking for ways to get dinner on the table in no time, while still providing a nutritious and delicious meal. One of my favorite go-to recipes is grilled shrimp with basil and lemon. This simple dish is packed with flavor, takes just minutes to prepare, and will have your family begging for more.
This dish requires just a few ingredients and can be made on the grill or in the oven. For this recipe, you will need 1 pound of large shrimp, 1/4 cup of extra-virgin olive oil, 3 cloves of garlic, finely minced, 1/4 cup of fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced, 2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of sea salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper.
To begin, preheat your grill or oven to medium-high heat. In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic, basil leaves, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Mix until all the ingredients are combined. Place the shrimp in a medium-sized bowl and pour the marinade over them. Toss until all the shrimp are evenly coated with the marinade.
If using the grill, place the shrimp on skewers so they are easier to handle. Place them on the hot grill grates and cook for 2 minutes per side or until they turn pink and opaque. If using an oven, arrange them in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 8-10 minutes or until they turn pink and opaque.
Once cooked through, transfer the grilled shrimp to a serving plate and squeeze some extra lemon over them for added flavor. Serve immediately with some steamed rice or roasted vegetables for a delicious meal that your family will love!
As a stay at home parent who is always pressed for time but still wants to make nutritious meals for my family every night, I’m so thankful that I have recipes like this one in my arsenal! Grilled shrimp with basil and lemon is one of our favorite meals around our house because it’s healthy but still packed with flavor! Plus it’s so easy to make that even my kids can help prepare it!
“Grill Up Delicious Pork Chops at Home – A Stay-at-Home Parent’s Guide!”
Grilled Pork Chops: A Delicious and Easy Meal for Busy Parents
As a stay-at-home parent, it can be difficult to find the time to make a delicious meal for your family. One of my favorite go-to recipes is grilled pork chops. This recipe is tasty, easy to make, and sure to please even the pickiest eaters! Plus, it takes less than 30 minutes to prepare, so you can get dinner on the table in no time.
Ingredients:
• 4 pork chops
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon rosemary
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon pepper
Instructions:
1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
2. Brush both sides of the pork chops with olive oil and season with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
3. Place the pork chops on the preheated grill and cook for about 10 minutes on each side or until a meat thermometer registers 145°F when inserted into the thickest part of each chop.
4. Remove from heat and let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving.Grilled pork chops are a delicious and easy meal that any busy parent can make in minutes! Not only is this recipe quick to prepare, but it’s also incredibly flavorful thanks to the herbs and spices used in the seasoning mix. My family loves this dish and it often finds its way onto our dinner table several times a month!
I remember one particular evening when I was preparing this dish for dinner after a long day at home with my kids. I was feeling exhausted and unmotivated, but I knew my family was counting on me to make dinner so they could have a hot meal that night. That’s when the smell of rosemary permeating through my kitchen revived my spirit! The aroma was so comforting that it inspired me to continue cooking despite my fatigue. The finished product was absolutely delicious – much better than I had imagined – and my kids were thrilled with their dinner that night! It was truly an example of how food can bring people together in more ways than one!
If you’re looking for an easy yet tasty meal to make for your family, give this grilled pork chop recipe a try! Not only will it save you time in the kitchen, but it’s also sure to be a hit with everyone at your dinner table! Enjoy!