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Black Beans and Rice Recipe horizontal Joy Makin' Mamas

Black Beans and Rice is a busy weeknight dinner in a snap!

May 6, 2015November 1, 2017 - by Meghan G - 2 Comments.

Even the best of us have had a day that got away from us and realized that everyone is hungry and there’s nothing in the fridge but a few paltry leftovers that won’t quite make a full dinner for the family and the last of the milk. Oops. Time for some PB&J, or to pull a rabbit out of the hat. If breakfast for dinner is getting old, you can throw together this (meatless!) Black Beans and Rice in less time than you’d wait for delivery, and entirely from pantry staples.

Stuffed Onion recipe horizontal Joy Makin' Mamas

Make the humble onion into the star of your plate

February 26, 2015November 1, 2017 - by Meghan G - 8 Comments.

Hollowing an onion is not as hard as one might think, and these stuffed onions make what would otherwise be a plain-Jane casserole into a rock star entree that’s fancy enough for company, but easy enough for family dinners.

Holy Mole Chili Easy Everyday Slow Cooker Recipes Joy Makin' Mamas Review

Take your slow cooker beyond soups and stews

February 17, 2015November 1, 2017 - by Meghan G - 12 Comments.

Slow cSlow cooker recipes are disappointing. Okay, not all slow cooker recipes. But it is definitely common enough that if you think “crock pot” equals “boring” then you are not …

#HoneyBakedHoliday Half Ham Joy Makin Mamas

All I want for Christmas is a #HoneyBakedHoliday #Sponsored

December 5, 2014October 18, 2017 - by Meghan G - 37 Comments.

Since I have my two front teeth already, all I want for Christmas is some HoneyBaked ham. Ok, maybe not ALL. I’d also like about 24 uninterrupted hours to tackle …

Warm up with a Homemade Chili Kit Free Printable

Warm you up Homemade Chili Kit

November 26, 2014October 9, 2017 - by Meghan G - 44 Comments.

Create and give a kit your recipient can turn into delicious, savory chili to warm them any time. Recipe and FREE PRINTABLE recipe cards included.

sweet potato chicken chili recipe Joy Makin Mamas

Sweet Potato Chicken Chili Recipe featuring Dei Fratelli

October 9, 2014October 6, 2017 - by Meghan G - 21 Comments.

This sweet potato chili is what I consider “Pretty spicy,” as in, “Serve with cornbread,” but not “don’t touch it with your skin because it’s chemical weapons spicy.” So grab an apron and let’s get our cook on.