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Pizzadilla: 3 minute lunch for kids

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Do you ever have one of those days where you just can’t? This Pizzadilla recipe is for you. You know, for the days when you’re knee deep in laundry, the kids have lined up every matchbox car throughout the entire house and the school drop off monitor gave you the eye because your car was only halfway in the yellow area when you let the kids out of the car. At least you are wearing your nice pajamas today.

Don’t worry! I’ve got you! The Pizzadilla is the easiest lunch and get this, my kids request it! Crowd pleaser, mom pleaser, it’s a win-win. And I’m not even sure it needs to be called a recipe, it is literally that simple. Really, most kids can probably do it themselves or at least help with the process.

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Pizzadilla: 3 minute lunch

Combine two kid favorites: pizza and quesadillas

Course Appetizer, Snack
Keyword Kids, Lunch, Pizza, Quesadilla, Snack
Prep Time 1 minute
Total Time 3 minutes
Servings 1 Quesadilla

Ingredients

  • 1/4 Cup Shredded Cheddar
  • 1/4 Cup Shredded Mozzarella
  • 6 Pepperoni Slices
  • 2 Soft Taco sized Flour Tortillas
  • Marinara Sauce for dipping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Lay down one tortilla. 

  2. Spread cheddar evenly over tortilla.

  3. Place pepperoni slices evenly over cheddar.

  4.  Spread mozzarella evenly over pepperoni.

    Pizzadilla on plate before being cooked

  5. Place second tortilla on top. 

  6. For crispy tortilla, warm each side for 1-2 minutes in a heated frying pan sprayed with cooking oil. 

  7. Speed method: Microwave on a plate for 30 seconds each side.

Remember, if you dip them in Marinara you have your vegetable side. lol That’s a lot of food groups packed in one little triangle. Admittedly, I usually serve them with baby carrots or apple slices on the side since I can get those on the plate while the Pizzadilla is cooking.

On Weekends, I like to have my older kids help with meals so they can learn to prep easy items. You know, so they don’t go off to college not knowing how to boil water or use a microwave (true story of my sister’s roommate). A Pizzadilla is a lunch that I can easily have them whip up for their younger siblings while I run to the store or hide in the pantry and eat chocolate. Truly, I don’t mind eating them on occasion when we are in a hurry.

Try out a Pizzadilla and let me know what you think! What other combos can you think of to melt between two tortillas? How about bacon, havarti, and spinach for an adult version?!

Now, if you are looking for a low-cal adult option to pair, check out our Healthy Lunch under 300 calories!

Peanut Butter Oreo Rice Krispie Treats

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Each Sunday we have family movie night and I whip up a special treat to share. Peanut Butter Oreo Rice Krispie Treats was the result of one of these sugary sweet experiments. We have some favorites that we make often, but every once in a while we go a little wild and invent something new.  We love Oreos dipped in peanut butter, but that is a messy treat to take down to the theater room with little ones so mixing them with a handheld treat was the perfect solution!

Peanut Butter Oreo Rice Krispie Treats Stacked on a white plate with a spoonful of peanut butter and three Oreos stacked

The best part is they are so easy! You can whip them up in a matter of minutes. Just use your standard Krispie treat recipe, but replace a cup of the cereal with a cup of crushed Oreos and add in a scoop of peanut butter. Adding peanut butter adds protein which makes them a better snack, right? Ha!

Oreo Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats on a Red Napkin with a glass of milk

My hubby gave his stamp of approval so I suppose everyone is happy! I hope you’ll try this Peanut Butter Oreo Rice Krispie Treats recipe and let me know what you think. Having a big glass of milk handy is the best way to enjoy them! Cold and creamy with sweet and crunchy, yes please!

Peanut Butter Oreo Rice Krispie Treats Stacked on a white plate with a spoonful of peanut butter and three Oreos stacked
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Peanut Butter Oreo Rice Krispie Treats

A mash up of favorites in one tasty and crispy treat!

Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 12 servings

Ingredients

  • 3 Tbsp Butter
  • 4 cups Miniature Marshmallows
  • 1/3 cup Peanut Butter
  • 5 cups Rice Krispies
  • 1 cup crushed Oreo Cookies

Instructions

  1. In large microwave-safe bowl heat butter and marshmallows on HIGH for 3 minutes, stirring in peanut butter after 2 minutes. Stir until smooth. Microwave cooking times may vary.

    2. Add Rice Krispies cereal and crushed Oreos. Stir until well coated.

    3. Using buttered spatula evenly press mixture into 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan coated with cooking spray. Cool. Cut into 2-inch squares. Best if served within 24 hours.

Print off the recipe and share these Peanut Butter Oreo Rice Krispie Treats with your family and friends! They are perfect for picnics, school lunch treats, or really who needs a reason?

Adapted from the Original Rice Krispies Treats recipe.

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Easy Shrimp Po’ Boy Sandwiches

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There are few things I enjoy more than a fast, simple and tasty recipe. Something you can put together in minutes, but doesn’t seem last minute. Well folks I have a quick recipe for you that is so easy even your teens can throw it together and it tastes great too! These easy shrimp po’ boy sandwiches were a big hit with my boys.

Easy Shrimp Po Boy Sandwich

 

INGREDIENTS:

  • Hoagie Buns
  • Mayonnaise
  • Frozen Popcorn Shrimp
  • Lettuce
  • Tomato
  • Pepper Jack Cheese

Bake the popcorn shrimp according to package instructions. While baking cut your hoagie buns and spread mayo on both sides. Line bun with lettuce and tomato slices. When the shrimp comes out of the oven fill each sandwich generously and immediately cover with slices of pepper jack. The cheese should melt from the heat of the shrimp, but you can also pop the sandwich in the oven to help the melting process. Do not leave it in long or the lettuce and tomato will wilt. Enjoy!

 

 

Easy Shrimp Po Boys

 

I love the crunch of the shrimp with the little kick of heat the pepper jack adds.

The first time I ever had shrimp in a sandwich was in Rapid City, South Dakota. Weird right? That was back in my flight attendant days when we would overnight in random places and eat at off the wall places. But I remember, other than a quick trip over to Mt. Rushmore and Crazy Horse with a good pilot friend of mine, this was the highlight of our stay there. I would always order that sandwich.

The Best Burger Recipe – Mozzarella Burgers

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I don’t like hamburgers. Kind of a weird way to start a burger recipe post right? Un-American? Maybe. But, it’s true. I am not one to order a hamburger at a restaurant or even choose one at a BBQ if there are other options.  Hamburgers were almost non-existent on our home menu until I found this recipe. For real, it is the best burger I have ever had. Even my husband agrees that it is a summertime menu staple. The key is, it’s not just a patty. It has a secret. Well, three secrets really, that make it a taste explosion rather than a pathetic plain patty.
 
A delicious hamburger with lettuce and tomato on a white plate represents the The Best Burger Recipe
 
Wanna see why this burger recipe is so special? The cheese is in the patty! That’s right, no need to slap a slice on at the end this baby comes with yummy cheese in every single bite! The secret is in the sauce…and the cheese…and the bread crumbs? See for yourself…

Best Burger Recipe collage showing ingredients and steps to make the delicious burger recipe
 
These burgers come out juicy and delicious instead of dry and bland. You must try them, you just must. I found the original Mozzarella Beef Burger recipe from Kraft and altered it to our taste. 

The Best Burger Recipe 

INGREDIENTS:
 
1
lb.  ground beef*
1/2
cup  Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
1/2
cup  Italian crumbs
1/4
cup  Barbecue Sauce (divided)
4
 hamburger buns
Optional:
green leaf lettuce
tomato
fry sauce (a Utah specialty, in simple terms ketchup and mayo mixed)

 

PREHEAT grill to medium-high heat. Mix meat, cheese, bread crumbs and 2 Tbsp. of the barbecue sauce. Shape into four patties. Refrigerate if you have time to help the patties hold together better.

PLACE patties on grill; cover grill with lid. Grill 4 to 6 min. on each side or until burgers are cooked through (160°F), brushing with remaining 2 Tbsp. barbecue sauce during last 2 min. of grilling time.
PLACE burgers on buns with lettuce, tomato and fry sauce, if desired.


*We have also used ground turkey and it works just great!

Hamburger with lettuce and tomato on a white plate with a turquoise and white checkered napkin on a yellow table representing the best burger recipe
 
Another great tip for burger barbecuing is take the raw patties out on a plate covered with wax paper. It makes it easy to flip the four patties right on to the grill. Then, just discard the wax paper and you have a clean plate to put the cooked burgers on. You save yourself on dishes and there’s no running back and forth to the kitchen.
 
Do you have a favorite burger recipe? What is your favorite thing to grill?
 
If you like this summertime recipe, check out our other warm weather favorites perfect for BBQs: