Hamburger Soup

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lb - 2 lb ground beef 1 medium onion, diced 2 stalks celery, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 (14.5 oz) can whole tomatoes (or diced) 1 (6 oz) can tomato paste 3 cups beef stock or beef broth (plus more as needed) 2 whole red bell peppers, seeded and diced 5 whole carrots, peeled and sliced on the diagonal 1 (15 oz) can corn, drained 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes 1/2 teaspoon ground oregano 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper Directions:

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Ingredients: 16 oz (2 large) skinless boneless chicken breasts (cut into even bit size pieces) 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and black pepper, to taste 2 teaspoons olive oil 6 Tablespoons whole wheat Italian seasoned breadcrumbs 2 Tablespoons panko 2 Tablespoons grated parmesan cheese Directions: Preheat oven to 425°F. Spray a baking sheet with olive oil spray. Put the olive oil in one bowl and the breadcrumbs, panko and parmesan cheese in another.

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Eating healthy can be a struggle when you’re always on-the-go, but snacking doesn’t have to be a guilty pleasure. Snacks can play an important role in a healthy diet, as long as you choose wisely. To stay full and satisfied until your next meal, pick snacks that are low in calories and high in nutrients. In this article, we present 19 of the healthiest and tastiest snack options.

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Ingredients: 1 Tablespoon chili powder 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon onion powder 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1 and 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon black pepper Taco mix per 1 pound of beef Equivalent to 1 taco packet Directions: Combine all seasonings together Add 1/2 cup of water to the meat and seasonings to make the meat more moist Notes: Toppings: tortillas, tomatoes, cheese, shredded lettuce, sour cream or anything you enjoy :)

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Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts 1 cup bbq sauce 15 oz can pineapple slices (including juice) 2 teaspoons soy sauce 1 teaspoon garlic powder Homemade BBQ sauce: 1 cup ketchup 1/3 cup molasses 1/3 cup brown sugar 3 Tablespoons cider vinegar 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 1/2 teaspoon salt Directions: Preheat oven to 375°F.

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Cornbread Muffins

Ingredients: 2 large eggs 2 Tablespoons honey 3/4 cup milk (preferably whole but low-fat works too) 1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, melted and cooled 1 and 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 cup yellow cornmeal 1/4 cup plus 2 Tablespoons sugar 1 Tablespoon baking powder 1 teaspoon salt Directions: Preheat oven to 350°F Add eggs, honey and milk and melted butter in a medium bowl and whisk to combine.

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Crockpot Mac & Cheese

Ingredients: 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni 4 tablespoons butter 2 1/2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese 1/2 cup sour cream 1 (10 3/4 ounce) can condensed cheddar cheese soup 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup whole milk 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Directions: Boil the macaroni in water for six minutes. Drain. In a medium saucepan, mix butter and cheese. Stir until the cheese melts. In slow cooker, combine cheese mixture, sour cream, soup, salt, milk, mustard and pepper.

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Welcome to Grace 4 Moms! This site is dedicated to all the moms out there who are passionate about Jesus Christ, family life, and cooking. We understand the joys and challenges that come with being a mom, and we want to share our experiences and recipes with you. Our goal is to provide families in the Melbourne, FL area with delicious, healthy meals that are easy to make and perfect for busy families on the go. Whether you’re looking for inspiration for your next family meal or just want to connect with other moms who share your passions, you’ve come to the right place! Join us as we explore the world of cooking, parenting, and faith, and discover the grace that lies within each of us.

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