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Spicy Garlic Grilled Corn on the Cob

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This Spicy Garlic Grilled Corn on the Cob is the perfect vegetable side dish for your next get together. Cooking corn in the husk on the grill will be your new favorite thing! 

Grilled corn on the cob just screams summer. We love going down to the local farm and grabbing fresh corn on cob throughout the summer season and we’re so sad when it ends. We all, especially our youngest, just love corn on the cob. I remember growing up and my mom would literally drench her corn in melted butter and sprinkle an absurd amount of salt all over one ear.  I used to laugh that she was eating corn soup and the butter was her broth. This recipe is much healthier, but every time I eat corn on the cob, I think about my mom.

How to Grill Corn in Husks

There’s so many ways to cook corn on the cob, but cooking corn in the husk on the grill is one of my favorites. First, soak the corn in water.  After that, carefully pull back the husk to about half an inch from the bottom. Then, remove the corn silks. Next, spread butter and seasoning mix onto the corn. Carefully pull the husks back up. Grill at approximately 400 degrees for 20 minutes or until fork tender, turning every 5 minutes.

How long do you have to soak corn before grilling?

When cooking corn on the cob on the grill, you should soak it in water for 30-60 minutes beforehand. Soaking in water softens the husks, making them easier to work with and get down as far as possible without breaking off.  Soaking corn also allows for more moisture to be retained so the corn doesn’t burn on the grill.

How long do you grill corn?

Grilling corn on the cob is easy peasy! Start by preheating the grill to 400 degrees.  Then, you want to place your corn on the cob in the husk on the grill for 20 minutes, rotating every 5 minutes. This will ensure perfectly cooked corn on the cob. After the 20 minutes, you can slightly peel back the husk and test with a fork. The corn kernels should be soft and easily pierced with a fork.

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Spicy Garlic Grilled Corn on the Cob in Husk
Prep Time
35 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
55 mins
 

This Spicy Garlic Grilled Corn on the Cob is the perfect vegetable side dish for your next get together. Cooking corn in the husk on the grill will be your new favorite thing! 

Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: side dish, vegetable dish
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 188 kcal
Author: Larisha Campbell
Ingredients
  • 6 ears corn on the cob
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 tsp chili powder, divided
  • 3 tsp garlic powder, divided
Instructions

  1. Soak corn in husk for 30-60 minutes. 

  2. Heat grill to 400 degrees.

  3. Peal back the corn husks without removing them and then remove all the corn silk.

  4. Liberally rub 1 tbsp of butter over each ear of corn. 

  5. Then sprinkle 1/2 tsp chili powder and 1/2 tsp garlic powder over each ear. 

  6. Pull husks back up and over the ear of corn. 

  7. Place on grill and cook for 20 minutes, rotating every 5 minutes. Corn should be tender when pierced with a fork.

Recipe Notes

*Nutritional facts are just estimates. Please utilize your own brand nutritional values to double check against our estimates. 

Nutrition Facts
Spicy Garlic Grilled Corn on the Cob in Husk
Amount Per Serving (1 ear of corn)
Calories 188 Calories from Fat 108
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 12g 18%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Cholesterol 30mg 10%
Sodium 38mg 2%
Potassium 287mg 8%
Total Carbohydrates 18g 6%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Sugars 5g
Protein 3g 6%
Vitamin A 18.5%
Vitamin C 7.4%
Calcium 1%
Iron 4.4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

**This post was original published on 9/9/2014. Images to the original post are below. 

Lemon Butter Green Beans

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This easy but delicious Lemon Butter Green Beans recipe will be the perfect side dish for your next meal! Try this vegetable side dish with your next meal! 

 

Funny story. When I was little, I wouldn’t eat green beans.  I went over to a friend’s house for dinner and they were serving green beans. All the kids had ketchup to dip their green beans in and when I said I didn’t like them, my friend’s mom asked if I would try it with ketchup.  I was a kid, so I’d try anything with ketchup.  I actually preferred them that way and from them on I dipped my green beans in ketchup. It was the only way I would eat them. It would be well into my 20s before I tried green beans other ways, let alone fresh green beans. Luckily, I came to my senses.

These lemon butter green beans are so easy and delicious, you’ll wonder why you’ve never tried them before.  And, if somehow, you were like me and scared to try green beans, I’d encourage you to try this recipe before giving them up altogether.

Whether you are looking for a side dish for dinner or an easy potluck side dish recipe, going to a cookout, barbecue or party, this easy vegetable side dish is absolutely one you want to try. You can easily adjust it for a crowd.

How to Make Lemon Butter Green Beans

First, you want to start by rinsing your fresh green beans. Then, trim the ends. Next, you are going to melt butter in a skillet and then throw in your beans.  Add in some lemon juice and lemon zest, as well as salt and pepper. Cook for approximately 8 minutes over medium heat and then they are ready.  It’s that easy to make the perfect vegetable side dish.  This leaves the beans with a little crunch, but you can easily let them cook for a little longer if you prefer to have them softer.

Delicious Entrees to Prepare with Lemon Butter Green Beans

Ready to make these delicious Lemon Butter Green Beans? Here ya go!

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Lemon Butter Green Beans recipe
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
8 mins
Total Time
13 mins
 

This easy but delicious Lemon Butter Green Beans recipe will be the perfect side dish for your next meal! Try this vegetable side dish with your next meal! 

Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: side dish, vegetable dish
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 119 kcal
Author: Larisha Campbell
Ingredients
  • 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed and washed
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 lemon
  • salt and pepper
Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. 

  2. Put green beans into melted butter and saute for 4 minutes, stirring occasionally. 

  3. Add zest from half the lemon and juice from all the lemon into the skillet. 

  4. Add salt and pepper until desired taste. 

  5. Stir to combine and cook for another 4 minutes.* 

  6. Remove from heat and serve. 

Recipe Notes

*Cooking beans for 8 minutes will yield a slightly crunchy texture.  For softer beans, cook for a few more minutes until desired texture achieved. 

**Nutritional facts are just estimates. Please utilize your own brand nutritional values to double check against our estimates. 

Nutrition Facts
Lemon Butter Green Beans recipe
Amount Per Serving (0.4 lb)
Calories 119 Calories from Fat 72
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 22mg 7%
Sodium 8mg 0%
Potassium 276mg 8%
Total Carbohydrates 10g 3%
Dietary Fiber 3g 12%
Sugars 4g
Protein 2g 4%
Vitamin A 21%
Vitamin C 34.1%
Calcium 5.2%
Iron 7.4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

BBQ Roasted Chickpeas Recipe

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This BBQ Roasted Chickpeas recipe is the easiest toasted chickpea recipe that you need for the summer! Dive in and replace your chips with a healthier alternative! 

My mom despised beans growing up. At least that’s how it was presented to me. Somehow though, occasionally, we would have chili. And for some ungodly reason canned Lima beans. Otherwise, no beans.

I didn’t even know what a garbanzo bean was until mid-20s. Luckily, I’ve expanded my pantry and now even my kids love a whole host of different variety of beans.

Because of this, I didn’t know really what to do with beans besides soups and stews for much of my life. Then, someone told me to roast chickpeas. Now, I like chickpeas cooked, and inside soups, but roasting them blew my mind. It was such a great alternative to chips (and much healthier!)

How to Roast Chickpeas

Roasting chickpeas is simple. You rinse and drain a can of chickpeas.  Then, you drizzle them with olive oil and place into a preheated 450 degree oven. Next, you cook from for 15-20 minutes, until they are nice and crunchy, a deep golden color all around.  Finally, you toss them in your desired rub, like our bbq seasoning below to make BBQ Roasted Chickpeas.  These oven roasted chickpeas will leave you coming back again and again for more.  They are best served the day made. Roasted chickpeas snack is even a hit with the kids!

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BBQ Roasted Chickpeas Recipe
Prep Time
2 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
22 mins
 

This BBQ Roasted Chickpeas recipe is the easiest toasted chickpea recipe that you need for the summer! Dive in and replace your chips with a healthier alternative! 

Course: Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: side dish, snack, vegan
Servings: 4
Calories: 36 kcal
Author: Larisha Campbell
Ingredients
  • 1 15oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp brown sugar
  • pinch cayenne
Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees

  2. Pat dry chickpeas and place on baking sheet.

  3. Toss with olive oil

  4. Place in oven to cook for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and crunchy. 

  5. While in oven, combine remaining ingredients in a small bowl. 

  6. Remove chickpeas from oven once finished cooking, and toss with the dry seasoning ingredients. 

  7. Serve immediately or store in air tight container. Best enjoyed day made. Eat within 3 days. 

Recipe Notes

**Nutritional facts are just estimates. Please utilize your own brand nutritional values to double check against our estimates. 

Nutrition Facts
BBQ Roasted Chickpeas Recipe
Amount Per Serving (0.5 cup)
Calories 36 Calories from Fat 27
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3g 5%
Sodium 4mg 0%
Total Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Vitamin A 3.5%
Iron 0.8%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Whether you are looking for a healthy snack idea or a side dish for a BBQ, then these BBQ Roasted Chickpeas are just the thing you need!

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Cucumber and Tomato Salad

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This easy and delicious Cucumber and Tomato Salad is the perfect summer side dish! Ready to go in just five minutes, it can be made in a time crunch for the perfect summer BBQ side! 

tomato cucumber onion salad recipe

When I was little, summer time was the best one. For starters, it meant no school and what kid isn’t excited about that.  Secondly, it meant warm weather, water fun, and trips. Again, what kid doesn’t love that. But, I also love that it meant fresh garden veggies.  I loved not only helping grow our garden, but being able to walk outside and take a big bite out of a freshly ripe red tomato straight from the garden.

cucumber tomato salad recipe

A staple in our home was a cucumber and tomato salad during the summer. It was cheap and easy to make, especially when the veggies come from your garden. My mom made hers with mayo and vinegar. I loved it. Truthfully, I still do.  However, I’m trying to not only eat better, but some of my family aren’t big mayo fans.  It was in college that a local pizza spot had cucumber, tomato, onion salad as one of their side dishes. At the time, I wasn’t a huge fan of raw onions, but I tried it when my sister got it and I love it. This 4 ingredient cucumber and tomato salad is similar to that college recipe.

How to Make Cucumber and Tomato Salad

This insanely cucumber tomato salad recipe needs just 4 main ingredients. You start by halving and slicing one large cucumber. Then, largely dice up close to a pound of tomatoes. Next, slice up half of a red onion. Throw it all in a bowl with 1/4 cup of balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper. Toss together and done! Making cucumber tomato red onion salad is literally that easy! You can serve immediately or let it sit for a few hours to really merry the flavors together.

Main dishes to serve with Cucumber and Tomato Salad

So you’ve settled on making this cucumber tomato salad recipe for your next get-together, family dinner, or BBQ.  Congrats, you’ve picked one of the easiest summer side dishes! But maybe you’re debating on what main dish to serve!  Here’s five great ideas!

cucumber tomato onion salad

Ready to make this tomato cucumber and onion salad? Here’s the easy recipe!

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Cucumber and Tomato Salad
Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
 

This easy and delicious Cucumber and Tomato Salad is the perfect summer side dish! Ready to go in just five minutes, it can be made in a time crunch for the perfect summer BBQ side! 

Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: garden recipes, side dish, summer recipe, tomato cucumber onion salad, tomato cucumber salad
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 99 kcal
Author: Larisha Campbell
Ingredients
  • 1 large cucumber
  • 3/4 lb tomatoes
  • 1/2 red onion
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette dressing
  • salt & pepper to taste
Instructions

  1. Remove skin and half the cucumber lengthwise. Cut each half into roughly 1/2 inch slices. 

  2. Dice tomatoes. 

  3. Cut red onion into slices then each slice into quarters.  Separate into pieces. 

  4. In a bowl, combine cucumbers, tomatoes, and onions. 

  5. Add balsamic vinaigrette dressing. 

  6. Add salt and pepper to taste. 

  7. Toss well to combine. 

  8. Serve immediately or refrigerate and serve within 24 hours. 

Recipe Notes

**Nutritional facts are just estimates. Please utilize your own brand nutritional values to double check against our estimates. 

*Added Salt is not included in nutritional facts

Nutrition Facts
Cucumber and Tomato Salad
Amount Per Serving (4 servings)
Calories 99 Calories from Fat 72
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 6mg 0%
Potassium 323mg 9%
Total Carbohydrates 6g 2%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Sugars 4g
Protein 1g 2%
Vitamin A 15.3%
Vitamin C 18.3%
Calcium 2.2%
Iron 2.2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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cucumber and tomato salad easy summer side dish

Meatball Sliders

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This Meatball Sliders recipe is a huge hit with the kids and ready to go in under an hour! Try this delicious Meatball Sliders recipe today!

Disclosure: This post has been sponsored by Thrive Algae Oil. Thoughts and opinions are 100% my own.

At every get together growing up, my aunt would make these delicious homemade meatballs. It was one of the ways my mother could guarantee that I was going to get protein into my body on a busy day with family. They were amazing and it’s always one of the first recipes that I learned how to make. To this day, I still make them and I still love them.

But today, making them means something more. Today, the memories I hope to have with my beloved family recipe, is not my own, but rather, exciting memories of family favorite recipes into my own children. Luckily, I’ve succeeded with this recipe.  Both of our girls love these meatballs. So much so that they ask for seconds.

A New Spin on a Family Favorite

Meatballs are great by themselves (obviously) or put on top or rice or onto a roll. However, meatballs subs are hard for little kids to eat and putting on top of rice isn’t easy when you’re on the move (especially if you have to eat in the car). Today, we’re transforming our family favorite meatballs into a delicious and fun recipe for the whole family – Meatball Sliders! Not only are they a family friendly recipe, but it’s a crowd please and easy to eat on the run. Try them for your next get together or upcoming sports night!

How to Make Meatball Sliders

We start with the basics of our homemade meatball recipe. If you don’t have time, feel free to use large store bought meatballs. Once you form the ingredients into meatballs, then it’s time to get them cooking. We’ve opted to cook the meatballs in New! Thrive Algae Oil. Once the meatballs are cooked, we add spaghetti sauce to the skillet and cook for a few more minutes. Once that sauce is well incorporated with the meatballs, we start making our meatball sliders. We layer mozzarella cheese on top of slider buns with a little more sauce and one meatball. Once layered, we brush an herbed butter mixture on top of the buns and then cook for 12 minutes.  Then done! Easy peasy, lemon squeezy!

What is Thrive Algae Oil?

I know you guys caught that little tidbit in how to make them and your first thought was what is Algae Oil!? Luckily, I’m here to tell you today! Thrive® Algae Oil is an everyday cooking oil that is made from algae and has the highest level of monounsaturated fat (the good fat!) compared to any other cooking oil available. Plus, it has the lowest level of saturated fats (the bad ones!). Swapping out sources of saturated fat for sources of monounsaturated fat, such as Thrive, helps maintain heart health. Additionally, it has a super high smoke point of up to 485 degrees, so you can really turn up the heat.  And lastly, taste. I know you’re all wondering about this. Thrive® Algae Oil actually is a very light, neutral oil, so the food really shines without taking on the taste of the oil.

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Meatball Sliders
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
40 mins
 
This Meatball Sliders recipe is a huge hit with the kids and ready to go in under an hour! Try this delicious Meatball Sliders recipe today!
Course: Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Servings: 18 sliders
Calories: 173 kcal
Author: Larisha Campbell
Ingredients
  • 1 homemade meatball recipe* (only the first 9 ingredients)
  • 2 tbsp Thrive Algae Oil
  • 1.5 cups spaghetti sauce
  • 18 slider buns
  • 9 slices mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tsp italian seasoning
Instructions

  1. Prepare homemade meatballs according to instructions. 

  2. Heat oil in skillet over medium heat.

  3. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. 

  4. In batches, cook meatballs, making sure not to overcrowd, for 10-12 minutes or until browned on all sides and cooked through. Stir frequently so not to burn. *Add more Thrive Algae Oil between batches if necessary.

  5. Once all the meatballs are cooked, add them back into the skillet with spaghetti sauce. 

  6. Cook for 3-5 more minutes. Then, remove from heat. 

  7. On your slider buns, place a quarter slice of cheese on the bottom, then a little bit of sauce from your skillet, one meatball, a little more sauce, another quarter slice of cheese and the top of the bun. *Use toothpicks to hold together if not staying together.

  8. Place on baking sheet and Repeat with remaining sliders. 

  9. Mix together the melted butter and Italian seasoning and brush mixture across the tops of meatball sliders

  10. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown on top.

  11. Serve

Recipe Notes

*Homemade meatball recipe can be swapped out for store bought meatballs. Look for meatballs at least 2" in diameter. Prepare according to directions.

**Nutritional facts are just estimates. Please utilize your own brand nutritional values to double check against our estimates. 

Nutrition Facts
Meatball Sliders
Amount Per Serving (1 slider)
Calories 173 Calories from Fat 72
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g
Cholesterol 18mg 6%
Sodium 196mg 8%
Potassium 80mg 2%
Total Carbohydrates 17g 6%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Sugars 3g
Protein 6g 12%
Vitamin A 5.3%
Vitamin C 1.7%
Calcium 10.1%
Iron 6.6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Try Thrive® Algae Oil for yourself!  If you are in an ACME market, today, Friday, June 1-June 4 2018 you can try it at an in-store tasting throughout New Jersey and the greater Philadelphia area. Exact dates vary by locations, so contact your local ACME for more information on tastings local to you!

For more information, you can visit Thrive’s website, or check them out on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or YouTube!

 

 

Cranberry Chocolate Energy Bars

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 These delicious no-bake Cranberry Chocolate Energy Bars will have you feeling satisfied and ready to go when you are on the move this year!

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Amazing Grass® Green Superfood® Original at Sam’s Club.  Thoughts and opinions are 100% my own.

Spring is here and the weather is finally seeming to catch up to that memo. The weather has been gorgeous here this week (even with a few rain showers thrown in). This can only mean one thing: we will be out and about very quickly.  Sometimes it feels like as soon as spring weather finally hits, we are out and about often. The girls love being outside. Playing with friends and exploring new places we’ve never been. It also means that I need to be more aware of the food choices we have in our home.

Typically, when we are home often, we eat leftovers for lunch, or things like soup, mac n cheese, etc. However, when we are on the go I need quick meals and snacks that don’t need to be heated up. We love to do salads and sandwiches and for snacks, we love to do fruit and bars. When I was pregnant and then had a new baby, I love our lactation protein bars; however, now, I am loving these Cranberry Chocolate Energy Bars.

Getting more nutrients into your kids

I know with our kids, that if you give them something handheld, made from what appears to be chocolate and tastes even remotely decent, then will devour it. Well, these cranberry chocolate energy bars taste better than decent! They are great! They are packed full of great ingredients like nuts, flaxseed, and Amazing Grass® Green Superfood® Original.

Amazing Grass is a simple way to add greens and get quality nutrients into both your own body and that of your children. With just one scoop, you get to Feel Amazing Everyday™. Amazing Grass is packed with organic greens, fruit, and vegetables. What this does is provide you with natural energy, help your immunity and digestion system, and promote detox to maintain your best health.

You can find Amazing Grass at your local Sam’s Club. And between May 10 – June 4, Sam’s Club is offering a $4.00 savings on every tub of Amazing Grass Green Superfood purchases either in-store or online. There’s also an in-club demo May 19, 2018 at Sam’s Club, so make sure you head out there and taste it for yourself.

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Author: Larisha Campbell
Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup cashew butter (other nut butters would also work)
  • 3/4 cup unsalted almonds, roughly chopped
  • 1 cup walnuts, roughly chopped
  • 1 cup cashews, roughly chopped
  • 1/3 cup raw honey
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/3 cup ground flaxseed
  • 1/3 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cacao powder
  • 4 scoops Amazing Grass® Green Superfood®
Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix all the ingredients together until very well combined. 

  2. Line a 13x9 pan with wax paper.

  3. Spread the mixture across the pan and press down ensuring one even layer. 


  4. Freeze for 3 hours or overnight. 

  5. Cut into desired size bars (we do 12). 

  6. Leave in freezer until ready to eat. When ready, remove one at least 30 minutes before wanting to eat. 

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 This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Amazing Grass® Green Superfood® Original.

Ultimate Pulled Pork Grilled Cheese

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This Ultimate Pulled Pork Grilled Cheese sandwich recipe is the perfect lunch or dinner sandwich for the whole family! Stack it super high or make a smaller version for the best grilled cheese recipe!

I can’t really pinpoint an exact time that I fell in love with pulled pork, but as a mom, it’s one of my favorite meals.  We alternate between pulled pork and pulled chicken, so feel free to substitute either of these meats in this recipe. We make a slow cooker pulled pork recipe with our homemade BBQ sauce which is one reason I love it so much.

My time as a mom, is limited. Even as a stay-at-home mom, I work from home and I homeschool, so we have a lot going on every day.  I’m constantly on the go and making lists and being able to throw dinner in the crockpot in the morning in under 10 minutes and have it ready at dinner, is a HUGE win for me.

Making a Gourmet Pulled Pork Grilled Cheese

Our gourmet pulled pork grilled cheese sandwich has a large combination of toppings. Think of this as a recipe that you would see served at a fun restaurant. Together, this sandwich works magically together. However, we understand that this may be unrealistic or to large for most people (especially littles).  Feel free to alter it however you need.

What toppings go on an ultimate pulled pork grilled cheese: 

  • pulled pork
  • mac and cheese
  • onion rings
  • bacon
  • ham
  • pineapple
  • lettuce
  • smoked gouda slices
  • cream cheese

Clearly, once you start piling these toppings on, you have a giant sandwich. It’s fun to eat though! You can make homemade pulled pork by following our homemade pulled chicken recipe and just sub the chicken for the same amount of pork tenderloin. Use your favorite mac and cheese recipe and then layer everything else between two slices of cooked, garlic texas toast. After that, throw in a skillet with a pat of melted butter and grilled until golden brown on both sides! Voila! Perfect pulled pork grilled cheese sandwich!

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Pulled Pork Grilled Cheese
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
 

This Ultimate Pulled Pork Grilled Cheese sandwich recipe is the perfect lunch or dinner sandwich for the whole family! Stack it super high or make a smaller version for the best grilled cheese recipe!

Course: Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Calories: 1162 kcal
Author: Larisha Campbell
Ingredients
  • 8 slices texas toast, cooked
  • 2 cups pulled pork, cooked
  • 8 onion rings, cooked
  • 1 cup mac and cheese, cooked
  • 4 slices bacon, cooked
  • 8 slices ham, thinly sliced
  • 4 slices fresh pineapple
  • 1/4 cup spring mix lettuce
  • 8 slices smoked gouda cheese
  • 2 oz cream cheese
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • Homemade BBQ Sauce, optional
Instructions

  1. On one slice of texas toast layer 1/2 cup pulled pork, 2 onion rings, 1/4 cup mac and cheese, 1 slice bacon, broken in half, 2 slices ham, 1 slice pineapple, 1/4 of the lettuce, 2 slices of smoked gouda, 1/4 oz of cream cheese. Top with another slice of texas toast. 

  2. In a skillet, over medium heat, melt 1/2 tbsp of butter. 

  3. Place sandwich in melted butter for 1-2 minutes or until golden brown. 

  4. Carefully flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes. 

  5. Remove from heat and repeat with remaining sandwiches.

Recipe Notes

**Nutritional facts are just estimates. Please utilize your own brand nutritional values to double check against our estimates. 

Nutrition Facts
Pulled Pork Grilled Cheese
Amount Per Serving (1 sandwich)
Calories 1162 Calories from Fat 630
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 70g 108%
Saturated Fat 29g 145%
Cholesterol 201mg 67%
Sodium 2218mg 92%
Potassium 808mg 23%
Total Carbohydrates 71g 24%
Dietary Fiber 3g 12%
Sugars 14g
Protein 63g 126%
Vitamin A 15.1%
Vitamin C 48.7%
Calcium 53.1%
Iron 81.8%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Boba X Carrier

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The Boba X carrier is here and ready to carrier your infant through to toddler years. Check out the brand new Boba X soft-structured carrier now available. 

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Boba.  Thoughts and opinions are 100% my own. 

Our journey into babywearing

I was still pregnant with our first when I learned about babywearing. I had no idea what to expect, but all my new found mom friends were boasting about the benefits. Most importantly, that you can be hands-free and still get things done. SOLD! I told myself. I had to figure this out because I needed to be hands-free.

It wasn’t until we found our Boba 3g baby carrier and then Boba 4g carrier that we really fell head over heels with babywearing.  Soft-structured baby carriers like these were much easier for us and as we’ve grown as parents, so have our children, and these carriers just make the most since.

We now have a preschooler and a toddler, so we know our time babywearing is closer to being finished than when we started.

The Boba X Carrier

We’ve been long time fans of Boba baby carriers, even wearing our toddler for an extended time. However, the new Boba X carrier is the best yet! It’s an infant, baby, and toddler carrier all in one. The comfort in wearing our toddler in the standard Boba carrier vs the Boba X was immediately seen.

Biggest Advantages of the Boba X Carrier

  • The seat adjust via velcro tabs and zippered toddler seat extenders
  • Fits 7-45lbs
  • The seat can adjust from 8-21 inches in width and 12-16 inches in height
  • The straps are adjustable for petite to plus-sized babywearers
  • The shoulder straps are crossable
  • Comes with a hood that is stored in a pocket
  • The toddler seat extenders are padded to help with your growing littles comfort
  • Comes with a 24 month warranty

Our favorite selling points of the Boba X would be the microadjusting and the zippered toddler seat extenders.  Whether you have a small newborn or a toddler, you can adjust the sizing of the carrier via the velcro tabs to get the perfect fit, ensuring an optimal “M” seat.

The zippered toddler seat extenders zip in smoothly and allow for a much more comfortable fit for a larger child. We were even able to comfortably carrier our not quite 45lb 5-year old perfectly.

What colors does the Boba X come in?

Currently the Boba X is only available in Gray. However, there are plans to releases prints in the upcoming months.

Where do you buy a Boba X?

You can buy a Boba X directly at Boba.com. The price for a Boba X carrier is $150.

PS – It came with sleepy baby dust! WINNING!

Monte Cristo Grilled Cheese Sandwich

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Our Monte Cristo Grilled Cheese Sandwich is a fun play on a traditional french Monte Cristo recipe. Try this delicious monte cristo sandwich and tell us if it’s not one of the best grilled cheese sandwiches you’ve had.  

The first time I ever saw a Monte Cristo sandwich, I was with my sister. We were at a restaurant together when she ordered one and when it came out, I was confused. There was meat and cheese on her sandwich but it was topped with powdered sugar and she told me the sauce was raspberry. After the disgusted look on my face, she made me try it anyway. It was in that moment that I learned the amazingness that is a monte cristo sandwich.

I knew when we were creating our grilled cheese sandwich series that a monte cristo grilled cheese sandwich had to be one of them. It’s such a fun recipe for the entire family. The kids think it’s amazing that we give them powdered sugar on a sandwich. I think the first time we made them, the girls lost we had gone off our rockers.

What is a Monte Cristo Sandwich?

Before we get into our monte cristo grilled cheese sandwich, let’s first discuss what is a monte cristo sandwich. A classic Monte cristo recipe is a fried ham and cheese sandwich.  It was a play on the French croque-monsieur which is a baked ham and cheese sandwich. Some people now use other meats in addition to the ham and it may or may not be fried.  It’s topped with powdered sugar and served with a raspberry sauce.

What sides do you serve with a Monte Cristo Grilled Cheese sandwich?

How to make a Monte Cristo Grilled Cheese sandwich?

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Monte Cristo Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
7 mins
Total Time
12 mins
 

Our Monte Cristo Grilled Cheese Sandwich is a fun play on a traditional french Monte Cristo recipe. Try this delicious monte cristo sandwich and tell us if it's not one of the best grilled cheese sandwiches you've had.  

Course: Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American, French
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Calories: 901 kcal
Author: Larisha Campbell
Ingredients
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 8 slices french toast brioche bread
  • 8 slices Smoked Gouda Cheese
  • 4 slices Swiss Cheese
  • 1 lb smoked ham slices (deli meat)
  • 1/2 lb smoked turkey slices (deli meat)
  • 1 pint fresh raspberries, optional
  • raspberry sauce, optional
  • powdered sugar, optional
Instructions

  1. Using previously cooked french toast bread, butter one side of each of the pieces. 

  2. Heat skillet to medium low. 

  3. Place one slice of bread, butter side down into the pan. 

  4. Layer 2 slices of gouda, 1 slice of Swiss, 1/4 lb of ham and 1/8 lb of turkey slices between two pieces of bread.  Add optional fresh raspberries in layers if desired. 

  5. Place another slice of bread on the top, butter side up. 

  6. Cook for 2 minutes or until golden brown. Flip. 

  7. Cook for another 1-2 minutes or until that side is also golden brown. 

  8. Remove and repeat with remaining sandwiches. 

  9. Top with powdered sugar and serve with raspberry sauce if desired. 

Recipe Notes

**Nutritional facts are just estimates. Please utilize your own brand nutritional values to double check against our estimates. 

Nutrition Facts
Monte Cristo Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Amount Per Serving (1 sandwich)
Calories 901 Calories from Fat 477
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 53g 82%
Saturated Fat 30g 150%
Cholesterol 312mg 104%
Sodium 2288mg 95%
Potassium 666mg 19%
Total Carbohydrates 49g 16%
Dietary Fiber 7g 28%
Sugars 7g
Protein 59g 118%
Vitamin A 28.2%
Vitamin C 37.6%
Calcium 72.7%
Iron 19.6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Philly Cheesesteak Grilled Cheese Sandwich

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Combine the best of Philly into one ultimate sandwich! A Philly Cheesesteak and a Philly Soft Pretzel collide to create the best Philly cheesesteak recipe – the Philly Cheesesteak Grilled Cheese Sandwich!

Growing up, we had cheesesteaks occasionally.  My dad would pull out these frozen sheets of meats and quickly whip them up until something delicious came of it. Or so I thought at the time. I always thought they were yummy, but I never got the hype of “The Philly Cheesesteak”. I mean…Don’t get me wrong, they’re good, but not something that you have to be known for if you’re one of the biggest cities in the country.

Then…I  moved…

A few years ago, Andrew and I moved to New Jersey. Well, he moved back, I moved here for the first time. One of the first places we explored together was South Street in Philly. He took me to Jim’s and it wasn’t until that moment that I got the hype. What I had grown up used to as a Philly Cheesesteak was NOTHING in comparison to the real thing.

Philly Cheesesteak sandwiches are now a favorite in our home, not only for Andrew and I, but for our children as well. We knew when we were discussing our grilled cheese sandwich series that we had to do a spin on a Philly Cheesesteak. In our opinion, this may be the best Philly cheesesteak recipe that you can make at home. It’s such a fun spin on a family favorite! The entire family will love this Philly Cheesesteak Grilled Cheese sandwich.

What are the ingredients on a Philly Cheesesteak Grilled Cheese?

We wanted to combine two Philly favorites – the Philly Cheesesteak and the Philly Pretzel to create this insanely delicious Philly Cheesesteak Grilled Cheese sandwich. We use a pretzel hot dog bun that we found at our local Amish market for the bun. It resembles a traditional cheesesteak bun, with the same delicious taste of a Philly pretzel. If you can’t find buns locally to you, then you can create your own pretzel buns at home or slice a soft pretzel in half for a close alternative.

Then, we seared up onions and ribeye steak in the traditional Philly way, added grilled red, green, and yellow peppers, and finally used both provolone and American cheese.  We skipped the whiz, but if you are a whiz traditionalist, feel free to add it to your Philly Cheesesteak Grilled Cheese sandwich!

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Philly Cheesesteak Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Total Time
35 mins
 

Combine the best of Philly into one ultimate sandwich! A Philly Cheesesteak and a Philly Soft Pretzel collide to create the best Philly cheesesteak recipe - the Philly Cheesesteak Grilled Cheese Sandwich!

Course: Lunch, Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 650 kcal
Author: Larisha Campbell
Ingredients
  • 1 lb ribeye steak, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 green pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 red pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 yellow pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
  • 8 slices sharp cheddar cheese
  • 4 slices Provolone cheese
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 pretzel buns (or other bun)
Instructions

  1. Season thinly slice ribeye with garlic powder, black pepper, and smoked paprika. 

  2. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet. 

  3. Add onions and peppers and saute for 3-5 minutes of until onions are translucent. 

  4. Remove from skillet and place on a plate. Set aside. 

  5. In the same skillet, head remaining oil. 

  6. Add the seasoned ribeye.

  7. Cook for 2-3 minutes, chopping up along the way. 

  8. Season with salt if desired. 

  9. Flip and Cook another 2-3 minutes or until steak is cooked through. 

  10. Add the onions and peppers back to the skillet and combine well. 

  11. Remove from heat. 

  12. Spread butter on inside of both sides of buns. 

  13. Place face down in skillet for approximately two minutes or until golden brown.

  14. Layer each sandwich with two slices of cheddar and one slice of Provolone, along with 1/4 of the meat mixture. 

  15. Repeat with remaining sandwiches. 

  16. Preheat oven to 300 degrees and bake sandwiches for 7-10 minutes or until cheese is melted. 

  17. Serve!

Recipe Notes

**Nutritional facts are just estimates. Please utilize your own brand nutritional values to double check against our estimates. 

*Top round steaks can be used in place of ribeye. Or if necessary you can use the frozen steak sheets in your grocery freezer section as a last resort. 

*Ask butcher to thinly slice your meat. 

Nutrition Facts
Philly Cheesesteak Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Amount Per Serving (1 sandwich)
Calories 650 Calories from Fat 441
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 49g 75%
Saturated Fat 24g 120%
Cholesterol 147mg 49%
Sodium 674mg 28%
Potassium 535mg 15%
Total Carbohydrates 7g 2%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Sugars 2g
Protein 44g 88%
Vitamin A 28.7%
Vitamin C 73.1%
Calcium 63%
Iron 16.1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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