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Italian Wrap Recipe

Jessica Fisher · October 1, 2019 · 5 Comments

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What happens when you wrap up sub fillings in a tortilla? You have an Italian wrap recipe that’s out of this world and full of flavor. Originally this recipe was called The Super Secret Sub. What’s so secret about this submarine sandwich? Well, it’s under wraps, of course! LOL. I love a good pun. 😉 […]

Filed Under: Pork, Recipe, Sandwiches Tagged With: 30-minute meals, no cook, packable

Easy Tomato Salad on Toast

Jessica Fisher · August 28, 2019 · 2 Comments

A plate of dippers with Tomato saladA plate of dippers with Tomato salad

Enjoy the flavors of summer with this juicy Tomato Salad on Toast. It’s the perfect appetizer for summer get-togethers, making use of the produce of the season. Tomatoes are probably one of my favorite fruits. And yes, they ARE fruits. What’s a sandwich or a burger without a slice or two of tomato? What’s pizza […]

Filed Under: Appetizers, Recipe, Salads Tagged With: no cook

No-Cook Suppers: Enjoy Real Food the Easy Way

Jessica Fisher · July 26, 2018 · 25 Comments

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Don’t feel like cooking tonight? No problem. You can skip that kitchen task and still eat real, good food on a budget with these no-cook suppers. No take-out or reservations required. The Ploughman’s Lunch Fancy dinners are to people in the 2000’s what restaurants were to people in the ’80s. Ahem. I just might have borrowed […]

Filed Under: Main Dishes Tagged With: no cook

Chicken Caesar Sandwiches for a Quick & Simple Meal

Jessica Fisher · July 22, 2018 · 2 Comments

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This Chicken Caesar Sandwich Recipe is just what you expect – quick and simple deliciousness tucked into French bread. They are a fun, portable twist on a vintage classic. Do you love caesar salad but sometimes find it a little cliche? Are you ready for a sandwich that will knock your socks off? Do you […]

Filed Under: Chicken, Recipe, Sandwiches Tagged With: cooked chicken, no cook, packable

Santa Fe Salad with Chicken, Corn, & Black Beans

Jessica Fisher · June 23, 2018 · 20 Comments

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This Santa Fe Salad is super easy to pull together. Signature corn and black beans get added protein from shredded chicken and other tasty toppings.

Filed Under: Beans, Chicken, Main Dishes, Recipe, Salads Tagged With: 30-minute meals, no cook, packable, Veggies Most

Quick and Easy Caesar Salad Recipe

Jessica Fisher · June 9, 2018 · 1 Comment

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This Caesar Salad recipe can be quick, delicious, and economical if you know how to make the right tweaks. I’ll show you how in this easy Caesar Salad recipe.   Sure, those salad kits and pre-made boxes of Caesar Salad are easy, but they’re not cheap and they’re not all that good. Making your own […]

Filed Under: Recipe, Salads, Side Dishes Tagged With: no cook

Poorman’s Chicken Caesar Salad Recipe

Jessica Fisher · May 3, 2018 · 36 Comments

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Entree salads are a great one to enjoy delicious flavors without spending a lot of money. This Chicken Caesar Salad recipe is made from scratch quick and easily and tastes fantastic! OK, Caesar Salad may be very 1994. It might also be very 1924, for that matter. But, I don’t care. It still tastes great. […]

Filed Under: Chicken, Lunches, Recipe, Salads Tagged With: 30-minute meals, cooked chicken, no cook, updated, Veggies Most

Broccoli Cranberry Salad With Pecans

Jessica Fisher · April 9, 2018 · 23 Comments

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This slightly sweet Broccoli Cranberry Salad is full of texture, thanks to pecans, cranberries, and red onions. It makes a delicious side salad. Sharing recipes is a little like playing a game of telephone. The story changes as it moves from person to person, as does the recipe. I first heard about this Broccoli Salad […]

Filed Under: Recipe, Salads, Side Dishes Tagged With: dairy-free, no cook, packable, whole 30

Orchard Chicken Salad Recipe With Apples

Jessica Fisher · September 17, 2017 · 8 Comments

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Enjoy fresh fruits, spicy scallions, crunchy almonds, and tender chicken in this delicious and refreshing Orchard Chicken Salad recipe with apples. Perfect for sandwiches, salads, or lettuce wraps. This chicken salad with grapes and apples is one of those miracle recipes. You can stir in a multitude of spices, herbs, fruits, and veggies and come […]

Filed Under: Chicken, Lunches, Recipe, Salads Tagged With: cooked chicken, dairy-free, no cook, packable, whole 30

Bagel Box (DIY Adult Lunchables)

Jessica Fisher · September 5, 2017 · Leave a Comment

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Enjoy an adult lunchable with this simple Bagel Box. Supplement the humble bagel with homemade flavored cream cheese and plenty of fruits and veggies. I remember when the first Lunchables hit the market. I was a junior in high school and I wanted them. I didn’t really care if they were created for little kids, […]

Filed Under: Lunches, Meatless, Recipe, Snacks Tagged With: no cook, packable, Veggies Most

Black Bean Taco Salad

Jessica Fisher · August 24, 2017 · Leave a Comment

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Brown bagging it will taste amazing when you pack up a Black Bean Taco Salad. These stay good for several days in the fridge, so make a bulk batch! As some of you know already, my regular Sunday routine includes making lunches for the week. My husband takes lunch to work most days. (It only […]

Filed Under: Beans, Lunches, Meatless, Recipe, Salads Tagged With: no cook, packable, Veggies Most

Protein Box (aka DIY Bistro Box)

Jessica Fisher · August 16, 2017 · 6 Comments

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Make lunch time super simple and totally delicious with this Protein Box, aka DIY Bistro Box. Packed with good stuff, it won’t break the bank. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and […]

Filed Under: Lunches, Meatless, Recipe Tagged With: no cook, packable

The Veggie Pesto Sandwich That’s Perfect for Packing

Jessica Fisher · August 2, 2017 · 10 Comments

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Looking for lots of flavor at lunchtime? This Veggie Pesto Sandwich packs a punch, all while being meatless, portable, and budget-friendly. My friend Alison is so great at discovering new flavor combinations like this coconut berry salad for instance. I love it when we’re at potlucks together because I get all kinds of great ideas. […]

Filed Under: Meatless, Recipe, Sandwiches Tagged With: no cook, packable, Veggies Most

Tuna Pita Pockets

Jessica Fisher · July 26, 2017 · 2 Comments

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Make brown-bagging it tasty and economical with these delicious Tuna Pita Pockets with Cucumber. Canned tuna never tasted so good. When we were in England, one of our go-to “fast food” restaurants was a chain called Pret a Manger. It’s not really fast food, but it’s quick and easy, ready when you walk in the […]

Filed Under: Recipe, Sandwiches, Seafood Tagged With: no cook, packable

Santa Barbara Cowboy Caviar

Jessica Fisher · July 4, 2017 · 4 Comments

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Santa Barbara Cowboy Caviar is a delicious bean dip that acts like a salsa. It’s perfect with chips, to top tacos or enchiladas, or even to serve simply on rice. I went to college at UC Santa Barbara. It was known as the party school back then. It may still be known as the party […]

Filed Under: Appetizers, Beans, Dips, Dressings, Recipe Tagged With: no cook

Chef’s Salad with a Garlicky Anchovy Vinaigrette

Jessica Fisher · April 18, 2017 · 7 Comments

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A typical chef’s salad boasts hard-boiled eggs, cucumbers, tomatoes, cheese, and meat on a bed of dressed greens. This garlicky anchovy vinaigrette adds some punch to the mix. Salads are some of my favorite healthier meals. They give you the opportunity to “eat the rainbow”, save money, use up little bits of leftover meat and […]

Filed Under: Lunches, Main Dishes, Recipe, Salads Tagged With: 30-minute meals, cooked chicken, no cook, packable, Veggies Most, whole 30

Kale Salad with Red Grapes, Almonds, and Scallions

Jessica Fisher · November 27, 2016 · 5 Comments

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Celebrate the season with a festive Kale Salad with Red Grapes, Almonds, and Scallions. It’s quick and easy to pull together. This is the season when it’s easy to overindulge. I mean, cookies, cakes, and pie? Oh my! I had no trouble going back for a second plate of turkey dinner. Or a second piece […]

Filed Under: Lunches, Recipe, Salads Tagged With: dairy-free, no cook, packable, Veggies Most

Submarine Salad: You Won’t Miss the Bread!

Jessica Fisher · August 7, 2016 · 9 Comments

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The best part of a sub sandwich is the meat and veggies and abundant Italian dressing. You have all those in this tasty Submarine Salad, so good you won’t miss the bread! Ready for a salad to knock your socks off? This Submarine Salad is it! I’ve been making it a lot this past few […]

Filed Under: Lunches, Recipe, Salads Tagged With: no cook, packable

Picnic Sandwich Recipe

Jessica Fisher · June 27, 2016 · 2 Comments

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Enjoy eating in the great outdoors with this easy, make-ahead picnic sandwich. Meatless and packed with lots of fresh veggies, it’ll do your summer good. This summer has turned me a little nostalgic for old favorite recipes. I dig out old notebooks, marveling at my twenty-something handwriting as well as remembering my naivete at that […]

Filed Under: Meatless, Recipe, Sandwiches Tagged With: no cook, packable, Veggies Most

Cabbage Slaw with Apples and Almonds

Jessica Fisher · February 21, 2016 · 9 Comments

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Want to add something crisp and fresh to the table tonight? Stir up a batch of this super yummy Cabbage Slaw with Apples and Almonds. I go back and forth between wanting to eat all crisp and fresh vegetables and wanting to carbo load on potatoes and pasta with lots of cheese. I blame winter. While there’s a time and […]

Filed Under: Recipe, Salads, Side Dishes Tagged With: dairy-free, no cook, packable, Veggies Most

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