Thank you to everyone who offered up some tips and advice on dealing with stress. I know things could absolutely be worse, so I’m trying my best to keep a positive attitude about it all. Besides, I am going to VEGAS…that is definitely something to be excited about!! :-D
But, that doesn’t mean I still didn’t need one of these while prepping dinner. ;)
Vino!
I was also lucky enough to have some company in the kitchen tonight…
“Don’t worry Mom, everything will be ok!…Alright, now where’s my treats?”
A few minutes later, I turned around him to find him after none else than my SWAG BAG!! At least I know he’s got good taste!
“C’mon Mom, just a little bite of the Glo Bar? No? How about some Pop Chips?”
Dinner
Finally, a home cooked dinner! :-D The main ingredient tonight was in the form of chicken sausage:
I picked up a package of this Bilinski’s Spinach & Feta chicken sausage a couple weeks ago, and it’s been waiting very patiently in the freezer for me.
Yummmm!
To make the main course, I simply cooked up some Ronzoni Garden Delight pasta, while roasting some zucchini, yellow squash, & cauliflower in the oven. I mixed it all up with the sliced chicken sausage, a little roasted red pepper vinaigrette, and some fat-free Athenos feta.
It was amazingly delicious and super easy to make. The best part, is that’ it’s really totally customizable to what you like.
You need:
- A pasta/grain choice (whole wheat pasta, veggie pasta, wheatberries, brown rice, etc.)
- A protein choice (chicken sausage, chicken, tofu, shrimp, etc.)
- Some veggie choices (roasted, grilled, sautéed, etc.)
- A dressing/sauce (red sauce, vinaigrette, garlic & oil, creamy, etc.)
- A cheese choice, if you want (feta, parmesan, goat, etc.)
The possibilities are virtually endless. No lengthy recipes required here…just go with what you’re craving!
Now if I could only figure out a way to make it with about half the amount of pots/pans/dishes I used… ;)
Question for the Night:
Do you have a favorite “go-to” dinner meal?
Shanna, like Banana says
LOVE that you are havin’ a glass of vino — good for you, you deserve it :) :)
Our dinners look very similar…I’m making Trader Joes spinach and fontina chicken sausage as I type!
Courtney says
Nice! With a glass of vino?!? ;)
Shanna, like Banana says
Of course! :)
Holly at Greek Yogurt and Apple Slices says
Wine always makes a bad day better…ALWAYS :D
And, I LOVE that chicken sausage as well- tried it a few months back & found it soooo good. I was pleasantly surprised.
SO EXCITED for you for your trip to Vegas- will be a blast!
Duchess of Fork says
We make ground chicken or turkey taco salads a lot! They’re super easy and we love Mexican food at our house. Definitely a go-to dinner.
christina says
love the colorful dish. spinach and feta chicken sausage sounds good. i’ve been eating chicken sausage by al fresco. some flavors are really good and others…not so much.
Liz @ Blog is the New Black says
Dinner looks so good! I’ll have to try those sausages!
kelsey@snackingsquirrel.com says
fail proof dinner options that never let me down! i love this! looks super tasty and quick (the way it should be) xoxo
Gabriela @ Une Vie Saine says
My go to meal is a peanut butter sandwich or cereal. I’m such a kid! Hope you’re feeling less stressed today love :)
Jess says
OMG that dinner looks freakin’ delicious!!! I must put that on my list to try immediately!
Chicago Cuisine Critique says
Those sausages sound awesome!!!
Jessica@tastyandtrim says
My go-to meal is a huge salad filled with everything I have in the fridge. Big, filling, and it helps me clear out the produce that is on its last leg :)
spabettie says
KITTIE IN THE SWAH BAG !! totally cute – the photo on the left looks like he’s looking around, checkin’ the swag… :)
the title of this is what got me – I love anything BOWL ! :) this looks really delicious, and you’re right – totally customizable !
YUM