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Nachos are a great dinner idea and can be topped with all sorts of ingredients to suit your taste. These “nachos” are made of potato slices and you can add vegetables, chicken, beef, spices, and more. They can be prepared in the morning and kept in the fridge to make things easier at dinner time. Just bake them and serve with salsa or Greek yogurt. Then a recipe is provided, involving 2 pounds of potatoes which will feed 4 to 6 people.

Key Takeaways:

• Everyone loves nachos – especially children, and these nachos are healthy, so parents will love them too.
• Start with a base of sliced potatoes, and then add all of your favorite toppings and cover with cheese.
• You can even make this recipe well in advance, store it in the refrigerator, and then pop it in the oven when you would like to have dinner.

“Consider this recipe as inspiration to customize the dinner for your family and all of their quirky likes and dislikes.”

Read more: https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-potato-nachos-with-pinto-beans-and-spinach-253247

Most people probably haven’t heard of “bunny chow”. But it’s a delicious, creative dish that many are sure to love, and it’s starting to take the world by storm, showing up on restaurant menus across the globe as of late. The dish is simply a hollow loaf of bread which has been filled with curry in the style sold in Durban, South Africa. The dish has a long history, is cheap to make, and can be easily made at home, just by following the attached recipe.

Key Takeaways:

• The long history of the Bunny Chow adds mystery and mystique to this great and convenient meal tucked into a nice bread.
• The Bunny Chow is quickly gaining popularity in all parts of the world and continues to pick up steam as a favorite of many working and middle-class workers.
• The very savory Durban curry is the primary ingredient in the meal and can easily be replicated thus making it a very popular meal idea for many people.

“And it’s the Durban curry, more than the traditional standard-issue white bread into which it’s ladled, that makes the bunny chow unique.”

Read more: https://food52.com/blog/21290-how-to-make-south-african-bunny-chow

Baked eggs are an easy way to use up things in your fridge and cook a lot for many people. Eggs lend themselves well to many items and baking is just perfect to make them crisp, fluffy and delicious. This recipe combines a greek style with eggs to make this frittata-like bake. You’ll still want to prep the veggies ahead of time and cook them in oil, but otherwise, they all go into the pan with eggs, milk, and cheese for a bit of a bake.

Key Takeaways:

• A casserole egg is much like a frittata and easily done in the oven
• You’ll need to saute the vegetables ahead of time to soften them before the bake
• The best thing is you can make this ahead of time since it heats up well the second time around

“Spinach and feta make eggs even better with a fresh, salty, and creamy kick.”

Read more: https://www.thekitchn.com/make-ahead-baked-greek-omelet-248317

Steaming fish may seem like a new concept, but it has been used for years in traditional Chinese cuisine. This recipe takes a simple wok and turns it into the steamer that you will use. Basically, a small pan is placed in the bottom of the wok that is filled with water. The pan contains a bit of soy sauce as well as ginger and scallions, to add extra flavor. This flavor is infused as the water starts to boil, cooking the fish and adding all that sauce without washing away.

Key Takeaways:

• A wok is the main vessel for steaming the dish and doing it quickly
• A small dish is placed on the bottom of the wok with the fish and a simmer sauce
• The sauce is typically soy, scallions, and ginger that help infuse the fish with flavor

“Look for white-fleshed fish such as halibut, sea bass or cod, preferably about two inches thick.”

Read more: https://www.nytimes.com/2018/01/12/dining/soy-steamed-fish-recipe.html?partner=rss&emc=rss

Kids can be picky. Often it is the job of a parent to find that balance between healthy and what your kid will eat that will drive any parent crazy. These recipes combine simple ingredients with things your kids will love to eat and you’ll love to cook. Like pan nachos with potatoes and cheese. There are even some veggies snuck in there. There are even recipes for broccoli pasta, lentil soup and pizza roll-ups with broccoli again

Key Takeaways:

• The more you surround kids with whole foods, the more normal it becomes.
• Ingredients can be stored easily in the fridge or pantry.
• Recipes are designed with kids in mind, so there aren’t any kale salads.

“The flavors in the recipes are kid-friendly, yet interesting enough for adults so the entire family can enjoy the meal.”

Read more: https://www.thekitchn.com/5-ingredient-meals-for-happy-kids-amp-healthy-new-year-resolutions-253242

Making and prepping soup for later is easy for you to do and to give you quick prep for delicious meals down the road. There are certain tips to make the soup that much better. First is to hold off on the cream or pasta. Pasta is especially important because it keeps cooking and will plump up, turning from simple pasta to half the plate. Watch your portions so you know you’re not putting a whole pot in the freezer at a time.

Key Takeaways:

• Freezing soup does not detract from the deliciousness of any soup dish because it is very reliable to freeze.
• If there is a soup item that does not freeze well don’t be afraid to hold back that ingredient and simply add it on later when you’re ready to unfreeze your soup.
• It is key that you undercook some of the vegetables prior to freezing because it could turn out mushy after freezing and reheating.

“Smaller portions are quicker to warm up for a weeknight meal and easier to arrange in a crowded freezer.”

Read more: https://www.thekitchn.com/5-simple-tips-for-freezing-any-soup-177405

Steel-cut oats are a wonderful option for breakfast. While they do take slightly longer to prepare than regular oats, you can save time easily by putting everything together the night before. Using the recipe below, you can prepare enough oats for several days, and they reheat easily—in fact, steel-cut oats taste even better reheated! To make this recipe, you will need 1 TB butter or olive oil, a cup of steel-cut oats, 3 cups of water, a bit of salt, and an optional cup of milk.

Key Takeaways:

• the oatmeal to be prepared one night before we eat.
• To make it thinner, a cup of milk can be added before reheating on the next day.
• fry the oats until it smells toasty before adding water.

“Unlike gluey, sticky rolled-oat oatmeal, steel-cut oatmeal is great when reheated the next day.”

Read more: https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-creamy-steelcut-oatmeal-the-make-ahead-method-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-134185

If you are looking for a new dinner staple that is full of flavor and healthy to boot, then this recipe is for you! This recipe makes 1 sandwich and takes very little time to prepare. It only is worth 4 weight watcher points and it can make a fantastic lunch. If you want to switch up your boring, everyday lunch for work, then you might want to look into adding this recipe to your rotation!

Key Takeaways:

• The weight watchers new program contains more than 200 foods that are zero smart points.
• The Thai chicken sandwich is a great fix for cravings.
• It doesn’t take much effort to make this sandwich.

“News flash: healthy and tasty meals are possible, and this Thai chicken sandwich is proof!”

Read more: https://www.popsugar.com/food/How-Make-Thai-Grilled-Chicken-Sandwich-44369187

Tuna salad is often the bane of the lunchroom. From its blandness to its smell, it’s also quite a calorie dense with all the mayonnaise and sweet relish you may put in it. This recipe takes it on a whole new spin using lemon and canned tuna to give you different take on the normal salad. Adding in shallot, lemon juice and lemon zest, give it a new take on your original salad, and it comes in at 200 calories or 4 Weight Watcher points to boot.

Key Takeaways:

• Lemon-Pepper Tuna sandwiches are not only very nutritional but also very tasty for the pallet.
• The added lemon zest and lemon juice give this delicious treat the zing it needs for a strong savory taste.
• Can be served as a main dish or a healthy meal on the go for the health conscious professional.

“If you’re seeking a tasty twist on the classic tuna sandwich, look no further. This recipe is packed with zesty lemon, shallots.”

Read more: https://www.popsugar.com/food/How-Make-Lemon-Pepper-Tuna-Sandwiches-44367126

Chicken Fajitas are one of the most satisfying things you can make in the kitchen. Their flavorful and the whole family loves them. This recipe gives you that same fun but ditches the carb-heavy tortilla for healthier brown rice. Plus if you’re on Weight Watchers, it clocks in at only five points, giving you a great filling meal without all the guilt. The main recipe cuts out some of the heavier items and substitutes in jicama, a crunchy veggie, to give you more texture over beans.

Key Takeaways:

• The chicken fajita rice bowl has proven to be a popular dish. People want to try making it at home for a convenient meal.
• The Mexican food dish has a fair amount of spice to it. The recipe is surprisingly healthy and delicious for many people to try.
• Use fresh ingredients and cook them to the right specifications too. That will make the Mexican food dish something special for all who try it.

“If you’re craving your favorite Mexican food dish but don’t want to ditch your healthy eating plan in the process, this recipe is the delicious solution.”

Read more: https://www.popsugar.com/food/How-Make-Chicken-Fajita-Rice-Bowl-44435402