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Whether you’re looking for lunch and dinner ideas for your next family night, dinner party, or tomorrow’s in-law visit, you’ll be able to find something right here. This category features all of our lunch and dinner recipes, rolled up into one, easy location. We cover everything from meatballs to pizza to salads. Our recipes are budget, family, and living-on-your-own friendly, and easy to make! We’ve made every recipe featured here and our posts will let you know how we liked the dish. Let’s be honest, we’ve loved pretty much everything. Leave a comment if you have one. If you’re looking for something more specific use our search bar or check out one of our niche categories. Thanks for stopping by, hope to have you back soon!

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Crab Cakes

February 26, 2013

These aren’t SpongeBob’s krabby patties.  These are 100% delicious crab cakes from the bottom of the sea.  My mom and I were in a mood for some good seafood.  She loves crab cakes, but has not had any luck with recipes she’s come across. If you’re looking for some good southern comfort food, you can always count on Paula Deen to provide a delicious recipe.  We searched the net to…

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Citrus Avocado Dip

February 25, 2013

We modified our cucumber salmon topping for another delicious seafood dish and discovered it would be great for just about anything!  The fresh avocado citrus topping will add flair to your food and excite your taste buds.  With spring in the air and summer on the horizon, this topping would make a great side for your outdoor gatherings. [recipe] Citrus Avocado Dip 1 squeezed lime salt and pepper Lemon Juice (to taste)…

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Spinach Stuffed Chicken

February 11, 2013
Spinach Stuffed Chicken

Thinking about making dinner for you and your someone special this Valentine’s Day?  Need to stay within budget?  Here’s a meal you can make for you and your boo for under $10!  Like our other stuffed chicken recipes, this one is equally delicious. Best to serve with a white wine, the chicken is jam packed with a sour cream-spinach mixture that will leave your taste buds wanting more.  Did we…

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Chicken Stew

February 4, 2013

Now that winter has finally settled in, time to start cooking some more hearty and healthy bowls of warmth!  Even just looking at the ingredient list, you can tell this stew will be delicious and good for you.  Very easy to make, the ingredients will cost you just under $7 – assuming you have olive oil already in stock.  This stew lasted me an entire week!  One bowl a day…

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Stuffed Bell Peppers

January 22, 2013

Used as an appetizer or a side, stuffed peppers have filled up tummies for years.  For your Super Bowl Party, whip up a few of these tasty delights for your guests.  Hearty, warm, healthy, and flavorful! Ingredients: 2 cups ground turkey 2 Slices Cheese per pepper (Any kind you like) Large Red Bell Peppers 1 Medium Shallot 1/2 cup Chopped spinach 2 Tbs. Butter 2 Tbs. Olive Oil Salt, Pepper,…

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Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese Croutons

January 21, 2013
Roasted Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese Croutons

For the long weekend, my parents, my spoiled 8 eight year old puppy, and myself, ventured up to our lake house in New Hampshire. Brr, it was cold, even Siri knew it! I saw this recipe for the roasted tomato soup and grilled cheese croutons on Pinterest, and had it sitting in my back pocket for a few months. Saturday night, we wanted to make a healthy, hearty, warm-your-heart kind of…

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Turkey Meatballs

January 1, 2013
Meatballs

For this lovely appetizer, I’ve taken my turkey burger recipe and created turkey meatballs.  I know how original?, but they taste delicious! We use this recipe for everything. I love how moist the meatballs are when they come out of the oven. They are perfect. Let’s get cookin! We’ve been using turkey meat for just about all of our meals. Bacon, chili, tacos, you name it. We tried making these…

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Shrimp Spring Rolls

December 12, 2012

Every family gathering is not a family gathering unless my aunt Helen brings her delicious egg rolls – a recipe that I have unsuccessfully been able to get out of her… Regardless, these egg rolls bring smiles to everyone who sees them.  I thought I should try to find a recipe that switches up this family favorite.  Enter the shrimp spring roll. These do take up a good amount of…

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Turkey Chili

December 4, 2012
Turkey Chili

Want to wow your guest with little to no effort? Turkey chili is one of those dishes you can have as a lovely dinner, hearty lunch or amazing appetizer. Pour the chili over rice and have it for dinner. Chili the next day is always the best because it makes a perfect lunch. For my party planners out there, carve out a bread to make a bowl and use the…

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Orange Stuff

December 3, 2012

It’s not a family gathering unless Auntie Jean brings her famous Orange Stuff.  I had to beg and plea with her in order to get her to share the secret recipe.  Usually, we ge this twice a year, more if we’re lucky.  Thanksgiving and Christmas – this year, it made an appearance at my Dad’s 50th Birthday.  Once the orange stuff is presented at the table, it’s only custom, among…

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Turkey Parm Meatballs

November 28, 2012
Turkey Parm Meatballs

Love the taste of a good chicken parm?  Looking for a more healthier and fun option for your next dinner party?  Try these deeeeeelicious, melt-in-your-mouth Turkey Parm Meatballs! You can substitute any ground meat you want, we decided to go with turkey meat because it’s low in fat, leaner, and packed with more protein. [recipe title=”Turkey Parm Meatballs” servings=”6-8″ time=”45 minutes” difficulty=”Easy” image=”https://liliesandloafers.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/IMG_9094-2.jpg”] [recipe-ingredients] 20 oz pounds ground turkey (or…

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Pop! Goes My Shrimp (Panini)

November 21, 2012

One night at Stephanie’s house we made some shrimp paninis, watched an episode of CSI featuring Sqweegel, and got a little twisted.  This panini idea was hers, so I give her all the credit.  This was a quick and easy dinner idea, especially if you were craving some seafood.  Oh yeah, she also runs this blog called Pop! Goes My Culture, so head on over there to get your Matt…

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Salmon Bisque

November 13, 2012

Hi, Ashley here! At this point, we’re friends right? No need to introduce myself anymore. Good, because I want to get right into this recipe for a salmon bisque. My dad loves to fish, and this weekend he brought home some fresh salmon. He wanted to make something different, and since it’s getting chilly outside, we decided on a warm bisque. Of course you could use any seafood you’d like-…

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Beef Stew

October 30, 2012
Beef Stew

Growing up, I was one of many children. A stew was my mom’s best friend when it came to making dinner. Let’s face it, what’s easier than throwing things into a pot and letting it do its thing all day?  If you are looking to feed an army (or to have leftovers for a few days) making a stew, in this case beef stew, is perfect. [recipe] Beef Stew 2…

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Spinach & Mushroom Pizza (Vegetarian Special)

October 2, 2012

As we set out on our quest for some more vegetarian-friendly recipes (as requested by Vildana – don’t worry we’re figuring out that delicious dish), we decided to revisit one of our favorites. Pizza! But not just a cheese pizza – well if you’re not *cough* Fatima *cough* – but mushroom and spinach pizza. Fatima dislikes mushrooms, so the spinach and mushroom pizza was all for me. Ingredients: Pizza dough…

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