Buffalo Chicken Dilla

I threw this together for a "pantry raid" challenge which involved making something using what already exists in my fridge and pantry. It was delicious and I know I will be making many more in my future so I wanted to share the recipe here as well.



Buffalo Chicken 'Dilla
[Printable recipe] 

Ingredients:

• 1 flour tortilla
• 1/3 c grilled chicken cubed or in strips
• 1 1/2 c part-skim mozarella cheese shredded
• 1 Tbsp buffalo sauce
• 1 Tbsp fat free ranch dressing

Directions:
1) Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and spray with cooking spray.

2) Add tortilla and spread cheese over it in an even layer.

3)  Mix buffalo and ranch together in a small bowl.

 4) Drizzle about half of the sauce mixture over half of the tortilla.

 5) Add chicken and let cook until cheese starts to bubble.

 6) Fold tortilla in half and gently push down over the surface to stick the sides together.

7) Cut into 3-4 slices using a pizza cutter and serve remaining sauce for dipping.

 8) Enjoy!


Nutrition information:

On-The-Go Fruit Cups

On-The-Go Fruit Cups
All you need is fruit and that extra travel coffee mug in your cabinet. Make these ahead of time and have cheaper, healthier, and more sustainable (zero waste!) fruit cups ready for a moment's notice.



Step 1: Prepare or cut up strawberries, apples, grapes, melon, pineapple, etc. (I only used pineapple obviously)
Step 2: Combine fruits in a large container. Use a large seal-able one so that you can store the additional servings in the fridge. 
Step 3: Put one serving in a travel coffee mug.
Step 4: Refrigerate until ready to eat. 
Step 5: Your homemade fruit cup will conveniently fit in your car's cup-holder to enjoy on-the-go!

Remember to grab a fork on the way out!

10-Minute Pesto Mac 'n Cheese

 When you're in a hurry, here's a quick single-serving meal!





10-Minute Pesto Mac n' Cheese
[Printable recipe]

Ingredients:

• 1 c water 
• 1/2 tsp olive oil
• 1/4 cup penne pasta
• 1.5 Tbsp milk
• 1/4 c shredded white cheddar cheese
• 1/2 Tbsp pesto sauce

Directions:
1) Bring water with olive oil to a boil in a small pot.

2) Add penne and cook for  7-8 minutes.

3) Once cooked al dente (slightly firm still when you bit into it), strain into a coffee mug and add milk and cheese.
4) Stir pasta, milk, and cheese together.
5) Microwave for one minute, stir and microwave for additional 30 seconds.
6) Stir in pesto and enjoy!



Optional: Add some grilled chicken breast or double recipe for a more hearty snack.

Nutrition information:

Four Ingredient Homemade Pizza Bites

Two Ingredient Dough Toaster Oven Pizza Bites





Ingredients:
Equal parts:

• Self rising flour
• Greek yogurt
• Shredded mozarella cheese
• Pizza sauce
• Toppings optional
(I used just one tablespoons of each for one serving).

Make ahead:
Make dough using 1 cup each of flour and yogurt, roll out the dough and use a cookie cutter to cut out crusts. Bake at 450º for 5 minutes then freeze for future use!

Pizza assembly:
Flatten out small pieces of dough on a piece of parchment paper. Use 1Tbsp each of sauce and cheese. Bake at 400º for 6-8 mins, preferably in a toaster oven.

Guac and Roll

I once worked in a Mexican restaurant that had guacamole on the menu that was prepared at the table by the servers. So now I know how to make guacamole. This is must-have for your Cinco de Mayo celebrations!




Guacamole
Printable recipe

• 1 avocado
• 1 Tbsp diced tomato
• 1 Tbsp diced onion
• 1/4 tsp chopped cilantro
• Juice from 1/2 lime
• 1-2 tsp finely chopped jalapeno
• Pinch salt
• Pinch pepper

Directions:
1) Cut avocado in half length-wise.

2) Using a sharp, heavy knife, whack the pit so the knife sticks in it. Twist knife to remove pit.

2) Use a medium spoon to scoop the avocado out of the skin.

3) Mash avocado with a fork to desired level of smoothness.

4) Add in tomatos, lime juice, jalapeño, cilantro, salt and pepper.

5) Serve with tortilla chips and margaritas!

Kiss Me I'm Irish

A bit late for St. Patrick's day this year, but this bread it quick, easy and tasty year round. Doesn't require yeast or time to rise!




Irish Soda Bread 
Printable recipe

Ingredients

• 4 c Bread Flour, sifted
• 1 Tbsp baking powder
• 2 tsp salt
• 3/4 tsp baking soda
• 2 c. buttermilk

Directions:

1) Preheat oven to 350º.

2) Put flower into a large bowl with baking powder, salt, and baking 

   soda.

3) Whisk to combine.

4) Pour buttermilk into the dry mixture, stirring until dough is formed (use a wooden spoon rather than a whisk as I did. Trust me).

5) Flour a clean, dry surface and knead the dough for one minute.

6) Using a sharp knife, cut dough in half.

7) Shape each half into a round ball, using your hands, and place it on a greased baking sheet.

8) Cut an X into the top of each loaf with a knife, going about half an inch deep.

9) Bake the bread in the middle rack of a 350-degree oven for 45 to 55 minutes.

9) Move bread to baking racks to cool.

We All Scream for Mocha Brownie Batter Ice Cream

I found this recipe for ice cream which does not require an ice cream maker and was excited to make it. Add some crumbled brownie bits to make it even better!

Mocha Brownie Batter Ice Cream
Printable recipe

• 1 14oz can condensed milk
• 2 c heavy cream, divided
• 1 c brownie mix
• 1 Tbsp instant coffee

Directions:
1) Combine 1 c heavy cream, condensed milk, brownie mix, and coffee in a medium bowl.

2) Whisk together until well mixed. Coffee does not need to be fully dissolved.

3) Set mixture aside.
4) Using a whisk attachment on a mixer, whip remaining cream on high for 5-7 minutes until stiff peaks form.

5) Add chocolate mixture slowly while whisking until all of the chocolate is incorporated.

Optional: Stir in crumbled brownie pieces.
6) Pour into a freezer safe airtight container.

7) Freeze for at least 6-8 hours before serving.