Mel and Boys Kitchen

Bringing your family and friends together one great recipe at a time

  • Home
  • About
  • Menu Planning
  • Recipe Index
  • Kitchen Tool Favorites

Twice Baked Potatoes

July 17, 2012 by Mel and Boys Kitchen + 6 Comments

At our house, Twice Baked Potatoes are a favorite dish to serve with steak.  I recently tried a new flank steak recipe (which by the way turned out great--I will post the recipe soon:) and so the boys requested twice baked potatoes! It is actually a fun recipe to make with kids.  The steps are simple and very forgiving. I also love that you can make this recipe is ahead of time and they are just

Continue Reading

Filed Under: Melanie, Potatoes, Vegetables Tagged With: bacon, cheese, potatoes, sour cream

Frozen Burritos

July 11, 2012 by Mel and Boys Kitchen + 14 Comments

  When my husband and I were newly weds, we lived in a one-bedroom apartment and both attended university full-time. When we visited his parents in Montana, his mom made a huge double-batch of freezer burritos and sent them home with us.  I remember many times when we packed the burritos with us to go on campus because we knew we would be there late.  During the day we just stored them in

Continue Reading

Filed Under: Beef, Freezer Friendly Tagged With: beans, burritos, cheese, freezer meal, mexican food

The Steakhouse Wedge Salad

July 2, 2012 by Mel and Boys Kitchen + 12 Comments

Wedge Salad

My husband's all time favorite salad is this The Steakhouse Wedge Salad with blue cheese dressing.  When he goes to dinner this is the salad that he always orders.  Since he travels and entertains frequently with work, he goes to a lot of different restaurants all over the country and therefore has tried A LOT of wedge salads.  I only mention this because on Father's Day

Continue Reading

Filed Under: Melanie, Salads Tagged With: bacon, blue cheese, salad, steakhouse, tomatoes, wedge salad

Blackberry Oat Muffins

June 25, 2012 by Mel and Boys Kitchen + 2 Comments

Have you ever thought to make Blackberry Oat Muffins?  I haven't before,  but I sure am glad I tried it!  YUM!!  One of my favorite parts of summer is all the fresh berries in season.  I have always loved raspberries and strawberries but the last few years I have wandered over to the dark side, with a new favorite... blackberries.  I can buy them year round at my local Costco, but this time of

Continue Reading

Filed Under: Berries, Melanie, Muffins Tagged With: blackberries, muffins, oats

Lime and Coconut Chicken

June 21, 2012 by Mel and Boys Kitchen + 16 Comments

 I've been experimenting with some new chicken marinades this summer. Some have been awesome and others just okay.  One was downright terrible!  Oh, but this Lime and Coconut Chicken is wonderful!  A home run in my book.  I know the ingredients seem to be kind of a funny combination, but don't let it throw you off.  The marinade really comes together fast, and the result is unique and totally

Continue Reading

Filed Under: Chicken, Cilantro, Grilling Tagged With: chicken, coconut milk, grilling, lime

Quinoa For Breakfast

June 19, 2012 by Mel and Boys Kitchen + 8 Comments

Quinoa for Breakfast

Have you ever had quinoa for breakfast (pronouced "kin wah") ?  Well , I recently tried it and I am LOVING a bowl of quinoa in the morning!  This is such a great way to start your day for many reasons. First, if you are a hot cereal fan quinoa is fun change from regular old oatmeal. Also, we have all heard the importance of starting your day off with some sort of protein to keep your blood sugars

Continue Reading

Filed Under: Breakfast & Brunch, Melanie, Oatmeal and Granola, Quinoa Tagged With: breakfast, healthy eating, quinoa

Sugar and Spice Fruit Dip

June 12, 2012 by Mel and Boys Kitchen + 6 Comments

One of the best parts of summer is all the fresh fruit that is available!  Is there anything better than chilled fresh fruit on a warm summer day?  I don't think so!  I have a habit of including a fresh fruit with each meal, but last week I decided to have some fun and  presented my family with sweet rainbow kebobs and with this fun Sugar and Spice Fruit dip to go with them!  All of a sudden our

Continue Reading

Filed Under: Dips & Spreads, Melanie Tagged With: cream cheese, dips, fresh fruit, sweet and condensed milk

The Classic Frittata

June 5, 2012 by Mel and Boys Kitchen + 9 Comments

I love this The Classic Frittata!  I love that they are EASY, healthy and the flavor possibilities are endless!  Frittatas are usually served at a brunch, but I have to admit they are one of my favorite dinners, especially in the summer when I crave light meals that require little time in the kitchen.  This basic recipe can be changed to fit your mood and what you have in your fridge at the

Continue Reading

Filed Under: Egg Dishes, Melanie, Quick Dinner Ideas, Spinach Tagged With: breakfast, cheese, eggs, spinach

  • « Previous Page
  • 1
  • …
  • 57
  • 58
  • 59
  • 60
  • 61
  • …
  • 80
  • Next Page »

Search

Hi! I’m Melanie, a Wife, Mother and now a Grandma (Mimi)!  My goal is to help YOU gather your family and friends together, one great recipe at a time!

My Family

Subscribe!
Receive the newest recipes! Sign up!

Tribute to my sweet Mom

I developed my love of cooking at an early age “helping” my Mom bake cookies, make dinner, and knead bread. She had quite the well of patience! She is the one that taught me about measurements, leavening agents, egg-washes, the basic white sauce, and numerous other mysteries of the kitchen!  I cherish the memories I have of learning to cook at her side. Thank you Mom! You instilled in me a respect for work as well as a joy in creating delicious things. I love you! xoxo

Free Printable Menu Planner and Menus!

menu planner

Creme Brulee Baked French Toast

Creme Brûlée Baked French Toast

Easy No Bake Chocolate Cheesecake Bars

Grandma’s Famous Lemon Blueberry Muffins

Cream Cheese Chicken Soup

Cream Cheese Chicken Soup

Beef Skillet Enchiladas

Quick and Easy Breadsticks

One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta

One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta

Greek Chicken Bowls

Log in

Copyright © 2026 · Gloria · Designed by Designer Blogs