You’ll Laugh Your Way Through Making This

Raise your hand if you’ve gotten takeout more than once this week! I’m kind of embarrassed to say I’ve reached for the takeout menu often lately. I know it’s not the best choice, whether it’s money you’re thinking about or the health aspect. But sometimes (a lot of times, actually) I’m so short on time, takeout seems to be the only option.

I decided it was time to make a change, so I’ve been trying out all kinds of new recipes that will save the day. I need recipes that are simple to put together, don’t take a lot of time to prepare and taste just as delicious as their takeout counterparts!

This slow cooker chicken teriyaki has quickly become one of my favorites. It’s inexpensive and my whole family loves it! You can serve it over rice or your favorite noodles, and you barely have to lift a finger to prepare this.

I even had my kids make this for us the other day! My two daughters, who are 11 and 12, are always excited to help out in the kitchen. I gave them instructions and they were able to put this together completely on their own. You should have seen how proud they were of themselves!

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Quick Tip: Use low-sodium soy sauce for a healthier option.

These Homemade Burger Buns Will Make Your Jaw Drop

When I tried these homemade burger buns for the first time, I knew I could never go back to store-bought again. The difference in flavor was massive – like it often is when you compare homemade and store-bought bread. We were having dinner guests that night and they all said these were the best burgers on the planet. And it’s not even an exaggeration, these really are outstanding!

Many people seem to think it’s somehow difficult to make burger buns yourself. That’s not true at all; once you’ve learned the steps, you can whip these up easily! You just need to be patient when letting the dough rise. It needs to rest for about 2 hours, to get that amazing consistency. Once you sink your teeth into these, you’ll know it was worth the wait!

These aren’t just great for your regular burgers; if you want to make mind blowing sliders, you can use this same recipe! Just cut the dough into smaller pieces.

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Quick Tip: Top with sesame seeds, if preferred.

Most of us have tried it—reinvent pork chop breadings to give those juicy pieces of meat a new flavor. What have you tried so far? In my case, I’ve tried the classic flour-egg-bread crumbs. I use Japanese bread crumbs because they give the chops the crunchy taste without the saltiness. I also tried the flour-egg-crushed crackers combination. Those tasteless crackers that we pair with cheese and wine? I put a few pieces in a ziplock bag and crush them. I also tried the flour-egg-flour. I saw this in one of the video recipes on a social media site and tried it too: the flour-egg-crushed Cheetos combination. The last one was the flour-egg-graham crackers combination. This one didn’t taste so good, at least for me. The texture of the crushed graham crackers was too soft; and the semi-sweet taste of it just didn’t taste well with my pork chops.

For some reason, I never thought of using cheese crackers for breading even though I actually love cheese. So when I encountered this recipe from Mr. Food while I was searching for other breading recipes that cater to my taste, there was a “light bulb” moment—why didn’t I think of that?

Photo and recipe courtesy of Mr. Food.

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Quick Tip: Serve with your favorite wine.

Are you looking for a way to spice up your lunch? Try chicken and noodle salad! This zesty dish has all the flavors that make food wonderful. Ginger and sesame seeds are just a few of the savory spices in the mix. We know you’re going to love this recipe because it tastes great and it’s super easy to make! That’s right, it’s insanely easy to throw together for a midday meal.

I like to prepare this recipe when I’m expecting lunch guests. It always goes over well because it’s not too heavy but not so light that you leave feeling hungry. Chicken and noodle salad goes well with a large pitcher of fruit-infused water or lemonade. Serve fruit bowls for dessert with a dollop of Cool Whip for a healthy noon meal!

Recipe and photo courtesy of Over Sixty.

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It’s not often that you see a pasta salad with spaghetti, but now that I see it I think I should make it more often! This California spaghetti salad is loaded with color, flavor, and texture.

Packed with fresh veggies like cherry tomatoes, zucchini, cucumber, and bell pepper, the colors are appealing and the fiber will fill you up. The zesty Italian dressing is the perfect finishing touch to this refreshing side dish or lighter lunch. Bring this to a potluck or any get together as it travels well and everyone will love it when it gets there!

Image courtesy of The Recipe Critic

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Quick Tip: Always cook your spaghetti noodles with a teaspoon or two of oil to keep them from sticking together.

This is one of those items circled a million times on your take-out menu, because it’s practically a staple. But I bet you didn’t realize how easy it is to make from home! The only thing you may not have already in your kitchen, is orange marmalade, but no need to fret, they sell it everywhere. This recipe yields 4-6 servings, and is great over brown or white rice.

I love Chinese food but, unfortunately, we don’t have a Chinese restaurant in town. Whenever my husband and I come across one, we always stop for a wonderful meal because we don’t know when we’re going to have the next chance! Orange chicken is one of my husband’s all time favorites and he is going to be so excited when I tell him we can now make it at home! Hush, don’t tell him yet! I want it to be a surprise!

Recipe and photo courtesy of 12 Tomatoes.

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Quick tip: Use low-sodium soy sauce for a healthier option.

Have all those holiday meals left you craving for a beautiful, tasty side dish on your everyday meals as well? I know – sometimes it seems impossible to spend time on making dinner, let alone specific side dishes, but a nicely prepared meal just makes you feel comfy and happy. Doesn’t it? This recipe is going to help you get a wonderful side dish to complement your main course – and it’s not as difficult or time consuming as you’d think!

Roasted squash is a typical side dish on any Thanksgiving table. But why not give it a little kick and serve them year round, instead of just Thanksgiving? These squash are laced with Mexican chilis. The squash retains a tender sweetness, with hints of citrus. The sprinkling of crunchy little sesame seeds, adds the perfect final touch. This side plate only takes an hour of time from prep to cooking, which makes it an ideal dish for a weeknight meal.

Recipe and photo courtesy of The Food Network

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Quick tip: The squash can be made up to 4 hours ahead. Serve at room temperature.