What's Cookin' in the Kitchen Archives - It's So Very Cheri http://itssoverycheri.com decorating, craft projects, DIY, thrifty, recycle Tue, 14 Jun 2016 12:06:23 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.8.9 How to pick a Watermelon http://itssoverycheri.com/2016/06/14/how-to-pick-a-watermelon/ http://itssoverycheri.com/2016/06/14/how-to-pick-a-watermelon/#respond Tue, 14 Jun 2016 11:53:48 +0000 http://itssoverycheri.com/?p=19974 How to pick a Watermelon: Everyday I see people banging on watermelons trying to pick the best one. Here’s the real deal on picking the sweetest Watermelon: 1. Make sure it has a prominent yellow spot. This is where it sat on the ground ripening. No spot = premature pick = not ripe. 2. Look […]

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]]> http://itssoverycheri.com/2016/06/14/how-to-pick-a-watermelon/feed/ 0 ITALIAN MEATY CASSAROLE http://itssoverycheri.com/2014/09/05/italian-meaty-cassarole/ http://itssoverycheri.com/2014/09/05/italian-meaty-cassarole/#respond Fri, 05 Sep 2014 17:59:11 +0000 http://itssoverycheri.com/?p=19831 Learning to eat healthy has been a big part of my healthy journey. We eat delicious meals. If you are ready to get healthy and fit– reach out– 913-593-8293 ITALIAN MEATY CASSAROLE Ingredients: 4 oz Cheese, Ricotta, Part-Skim 2 tbsp Egg Substitute, Egg Beaters 6 oz Cheese, mozzarella, reduced fat 1 1/2 cup Raw Tomatoes, […]

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]]> http://itssoverycheri.com/2014/09/05/italian-meaty-cassarole/feed/ 0 Lemon Chicken Crock Pot style! http://itssoverycheri.com/2014/06/19/lemon-chicken-crock-pot-style/ http://itssoverycheri.com/2014/06/19/lemon-chicken-crock-pot-style/#respond Thu, 19 Jun 2014 21:22:46 +0000 http://itssoverycheri.com/?p=19671 Lemon Chicken Crock Pot style! 6 bone-in chicken breast halves, skin removed 1 teas dried oregano 1/2 teas seasoned salt 1/4 teas pepper 2 Tbsp olive oil 1/4 cup water 3 Tbsp lemon juice 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 teas chicken bouillon granules 2 teas minced fresh parsley Rinse the chicken and pat it dry […]

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]]> http://itssoverycheri.com/2014/06/19/lemon-chicken-crock-pot-style/feed/ 0 Mexican Fiesta Taco Turkey Burger http://itssoverycheri.com/2014/06/17/mexican-fiesta-taco-turkey-burger/ http://itssoverycheri.com/2014/06/17/mexican-fiesta-taco-turkey-burger/#respond Tue, 17 Jun 2014 20:33:00 +0000 http://itssoverycheri.com/?p=19667 Mexican Fiesta Taco Turkey Burger Ingredients: 8 oz raw 85%-94% fat free ground turkey – yields 5 oz cooked (1 lean) 1/4 cup chopped green peppers (1/2 green) 1/4 cup chopped red peppers (1/2 green) 2 tsp low sodium taco seasoning mix (3 condiments) 1 tbsp water dash of Worcestershire sauce dash Tabasco sauce Directions: […]

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]]> http://itssoverycheri.com/2014/06/17/mexican-fiesta-taco-turkey-burger/feed/ 0 You Can Lose Weight Eating Taco Salad http://itssoverycheri.com/2013/08/22/you-can-lose-weight-eating-taco-salad/ http://itssoverycheri.com/2013/08/22/you-can-lose-weight-eating-taco-salad/#respond Thu, 22 Aug 2013 17:35:54 +0000 http://itssoverycheri.com/?p=19247 Yesterday was a busy day.  Our little girl was sick and Wed. are my client call day so it was a busy day so it was a PAPER PLATE KIND OF NIGHT. I love that we can eat healthy and lose weight. *************TACO SALAD************** **2 cups of lettuce– I weighed mine on the scale using […]

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]]> http://itssoverycheri.com/2013/08/22/you-can-lose-weight-eating-taco-salad/feed/ 0 Mexican Chicken and Cauliflower “Rice” Casserole http://itssoverycheri.com/2013/06/21/mexican-chicken-and-cauliflower-rice-casserole/ http://itssoverycheri.com/2013/06/21/mexican-chicken-and-cauliflower-rice-casserole/#comments Fri, 21 Jun 2013 15:30:03 +0000 http://itssoverycheri.com/?p=19172 Who doesn’t love TEX MEX?? Here is a healthy recipe that you can try and still lose weight. Today’s healthy recipe is from Sandy’s Kitchen. If you haven’t checked out her website, it’s such a great resource with lots of different recipe ideas. This is a great hearty recipe that will fill you up and […]

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]]> http://itssoverycheri.com/2013/06/21/mexican-chicken-and-cauliflower-rice-casserole/feed/ 1 Make Your Own Seasonings http://itssoverycheri.com/2013/04/26/make-your-own-seasonings/ http://itssoverycheri.com/2013/04/26/make-your-own-seasonings/#comments Fri, 26 Apr 2013 11:26:31 +0000 http://itssoverycheri.com/?p=19001 Get rid of the preservatives Make your own Ranch, Dry Onion Soup Mix and Taco Seasoning and store in small mason jars….This is soooo much HEALTHIER than those you buy at the store!! They contain a TON of stuff that is not good for you!! Taco Seasoning: 1/2 cup chili powder 1/4 cup onion powder […]

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]]> http://itssoverycheri.com/2013/04/26/make-your-own-seasonings/feed/ 1 Weight Loss– Kathy http://itssoverycheri.com/2013/04/24/weight-loss-kathy/ http://itssoverycheri.com/2013/04/24/weight-loss-kathy/#respond Wed, 24 Apr 2013 17:52:26 +0000 http://itssoverycheri.com/?p=18991 Kathy is down 123 lbs. My husband summed it up pretty easily when he said , “You quickly go from HopeLESS to HopeFUL and then you very quickly realizes THIS WORKS!! I CAN DO THIS. Are you hopeless? Give me a call and we can talk and I can learn about your struggles and see […]

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]]> http://itssoverycheri.com/2013/04/24/weight-loss-kathy/feed/ 0 Roasted Vegetable Lasagna http://itssoverycheri.com/2013/01/03/roasted-vegetable-lasagna/ http://itssoverycheri.com/2013/01/03/roasted-vegetable-lasagna/#comments Thu, 03 Jan 2013 16:07:49 +0000 http://itssoverycheri.com/?p=18731 Roasted Vegetable Lasagna This is my new FAVORITE way to have lasagna.  It is healthy–full of vegetables and so tasty. SERVING–8 Cook 10 oz of ground turkey and set aside Roasted Veggies: Mix together: 1 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1/2 tsp crushed garlic 1/4 tsp salt 1/8 tsp pepper Add to the EVOO mixture: […]

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]]> http://itssoverycheri.com/2013/01/03/roasted-vegetable-lasagna/feed/ 6 New Years Eve Snacks http://itssoverycheri.com/2012/12/30/new-years-eve-snacks/ http://itssoverycheri.com/2012/12/30/new-years-eve-snacks/#comments Sun, 30 Dec 2012 16:52:46 +0000 http://itssoverycheri.com/?p=18726 Buffalo Chicken Bake–best part this one is on my plan. I think I may tried a jalapeno popper recipe that will be on my plan as well and I may make some zucchini boats. Some of our other favorites: Candied Jalapeno Dip Picante Corn Casserole Artichoke Bacon Dip Rock N Rolly Guacamole Potato Skins Sopapilla […]

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]]> http://itssoverycheri.com/2012/12/30/new-years-eve-snacks/feed/ 1 Buffalo Chicken Bake http://itssoverycheri.com/2012/12/10/buffalo-chicken-bake/ http://itssoverycheri.com/2012/12/10/buffalo-chicken-bake/#comments Mon, 10 Dec 2012 08:00:41 +0000 http://itssoverycheri.com/?p=18631 This recipe is on plan and helping me to lose weight. Creamy Buffalo Chicken Bake I wanted to note that this recipe uses a light ranch dressing and not a fat free one. Serves 2 Ingredients: 14 oz raw, boneless, skinless chicken breasts – yields 9 oz cooked 2 oz or 1/2 cup 2% reduced […]

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]]> http://itssoverycheri.com/2012/12/10/buffalo-chicken-bake/feed/ 6 “Diet” Knock Off Chipotle Barbacoa Burrito http://itssoverycheri.com/2012/11/14/diet-knock-off-chipotle-barbacoa-burrito/ http://itssoverycheri.com/2012/11/14/diet-knock-off-chipotle-barbacoa-burrito/#comments Wed, 14 Nov 2012 08:00:32 +0000 http://itssoverycheri.com/?p=18537 First off–Happy Birthday to my husband. If you have been following my facebook page you know I have been on a life style change and the pounds have been falling off. I haven’t had to give up all of my favorite foods but sometimes I have to make some adjustment. Those adjustments are well worth […]

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