Beer Braised Brisket Sandwiches

Beautiful beef brisket gets braised until tender in an easy sauce with beer, mushrooms, and onions. The meat is 

sliced and piled high on toasted bread to make delicious sandwiches that the whole family will love!

My kids have always loved sandwiches, especially my oldest son. Put anything between two pieces of bread or a bun and he's one happy guy. Whether I grill chicken, make a pork tenderloin, or even make a pot roast, he loves it more if it's made into a sandwich. Who can blame him? You can pretty much turn anything into a sandwich and it will rock!

A couple of weeks ago I picked up a gorgeous Certified Angus Beef brisket flat from my local Meijer store. I wanted to create a sandwich that was hearty and full of flavor, so I slow cooked the brisket in the oven with beer, onions, and mushrooms. Of course there were a few other ingredients, but those were the main components. 

Mini Crab Rolls #SundaySupper

A healthier take on a traditional lobster roll, these Mini Crab Rolls are made with 
a creamy yogurt sauce and are perfect as an appetizer or light lunch! 

We are in the heart of college basketball season, hockey season, and of course, awards season. I don't know about you, but for me all of these events require fun foods to eat while watching. I love having friends and family over to watch our favorite teams play, and I enjoy watching the awards shows with friends, too. We all have to eat (of course!), so I like to whip up appetizers or handheld delights that are perfect for watch parties. These mini crab rolls right here are one of my favorites!

Spicy BBQ Pepper Pork Sandwiches

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Smithfield® Marinated Pork. The opinions and text are all mine.

Serve up  these Spicy BBQ Pepper Pork Sandwiches for a fast and delicious weeknight meal! 

They are hearty and flavorful, and the slow cooker does all the work!

Not only is fall my favorite season, but it also happens to be the busiest time of the year for my family. Between school and sports, it seems like we are always on the go or in a rush.  I still cook dinner for my family most nights, which means I need to create meals with real flavor, real fast, and make sure it's something my family will enjoy.  I've come to rely on using Smithfield Marinated Fresh Pork to create quick and delicious meals because it's so versatile and can be cooked in a variety of ways.

Mexican Torta Sandwiches + 5 Minute Salsa

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. 

All opinions are mine alone. #YesYouCan #CollectiveBias

This hearty and delicious Mexican sandwich and simple salsa come together quickly 

when you are pressed to get dinner on the table! 

As we transition from Winter to Spring the first thoughts that come to mind {other than warmer weather!} is food. It's almost time to finish off the comfort foods and move forward with fresh veggies and fruits, lighter meals, and breaking out the grill! Although the type of food we eat may change, the fact that I need quick meals for my family doesn't change one bit. We are still busy. There are still sports, school work and other activities going on. That seems to be a constant throughout the year!

Even though I want fast meals, I still want them to be delicious and nutritious. That's why I love pairing my favorite canned foods with fresh produce and baked goods to create a simple and satisfying meal for my family. 

Croque Monsieur Sliders

These baked ham and cheese sliders get taken to the next level with a rich and creamy béchamel sauce. 

Perfect for brunch or a light meal, this is one recipe you'll be making again and again!

This past weekend we hosted a fun Christmas party with some dear friends and family. It's always fun to get together with friends that you don't get to see very often! We were celebrating over brunch, and I wanted to make something different, and something very special. What I created are these delicious and decadent Croque Monsieur Sliders. 

Made with KING’S HAWAIIAN® Sweet Dinner Rolls and the easiest, creamiest homemade béchamel sauce, these little sliders are packed with flavor and perfect for brunch. Tender ham and salty Gruyere cheese round out this updated version of the traditional French sandwich.

Slow Cooker Hawaiian Pulled Chicken Sandwiches #KHGameTime

This melt in your mouth pulled chicken is full of flavor and is made in the slow cooker to make an easy, delicious meal! 

This blog post was sponsored by KING’S HAWAIIAN® but the opinions, as always, are my own.

Long before Friday rolls around I'm already planning my menu for the weekend. Especially during football season, I want to make sure I'm ready for the big game! Whether I'm out tailgating with friends or staying in and homegating, I love to have delicious, yet easy, food for everyone to enjoy.

You may remember last month I posted about my Game Day Celebrations with KING’S HAWAIIAN® and Walmart, and I shared tips for planning YOUR game day celebration! Be sure to check out that post for my top tips and how to save time when game day rolls around.

Shredded Pork & Spicy Slaw Sandwiches

Looking for a quick and easy back to school dinner? These shredded pork sandwiches, made in the slow cooker with a delicious marinated pork sirloin, are topped with a homemade spicy slaw and are perfect any night of the week!

With  a few weeks of the new school year under our belt, we are finally back to our usual routines. Back to early morning wake ups, football practices, homework, football games, parents meetings, and all the other usual stuff that accompanies the school year. For me that means a lot of pre-planning. Whether it's laying out clothes the night before, getting a head start on packing lunches, or thinking about tomorrow nights dinner, I always try to get a jump on the day ahead.

I turn to my slow cooker all the time during the busy week because let's be real, delicious meals shouldn't have to be hard! Don't you agree? This recipe for shredded pork and spicy slaw sandwiches is a new favorite with the family. Perfect for any day of the week, it tastes amazing and can be on your table in minutes. Have you tried any of the Smithfield® Foods Marinated Pork products yet? With varieties like garlic and herb, applewood topped bacon, and peppercorn and garlic, there is something for everyone to love. My shredded pork sandwiches feature the Smithfield® Golden Rotisserie Pork Sirloin, and the flavor is so good on it's own that it needs no other seasonings or marinades at all.