pinned it. did it! 3 recipes

here are three recipes i pinned on pinterest and made.

with my thoughts on how they turned out included.

first up.

perfect salmon.  everytime.

my first thought.  really?  could it be?  seems too easy.

so i had to try it.

super simple.

directions

drizzle salmon with olive oil

sprinkle with salt and pepper

put in a cold oven

turn the oven on to 400 degrees

cook for 25 minutes

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verdict:  Awesome!  super tender and moist. 

when the grill is not available due to freezing cold temperatures - snow - rain -
hail - robert isn't home - etc!

i will cook it this way every time.

i love when i find recipes that are keepers.

second up.

zucchini, black bean and rice skillet

sounded good and healthy.

we should try it.

ingredients

1 tablespoon canola oil

1 -1/2 cups quartered lengthwise, sliced zucchini

1/2 cup diced green bell pepper (or whatever color you choose)

1 can black beans, rinsed

1 can fire roasted diced tomatoes with garlic, undrained

3/4 cup of water

1 cup instant white rice (i used brown)

1/2 cup shredded cheddar and monterrey jack cheese blend (i used pepperjack)

directions

heat oil in large skillet over medium heat.

add zucchini and bell pepper - cook for 5 minutes - stirring occasionally

add beans, undrained tomatoes, and water

increase heat and bring to a boil

add rice, stir well.

cover

remove from heat

let stand 7 minutes or until liquid is absorbed

sprinkle with cheese

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verdict: one word - boring!  it was just ok but i really think boring is the perfect word for this.

maybe you could spice it up and add some chicken and some additional spices.

i think i'll be tossing this recipe to the side.

lastly.

i had pinned this but it doesn't look like it has a name.

and of course there is no original source to link back to. sorry!

you can refer to the picture and pick out a name if you like!

ingredients

4-6 raw chicken breasts

new potatoes (i used regular potatoes)

green beans (or any other green vegetable you want!)

directions

arrange it all in a 9x13 dish (i made a smaller dish)

sprinkle everything with a packet of italian dressing mix

top with a melted stick of butter

verdict:  i honestly didn't have high hopes for this.  looked easy but i didn't think it would turn out to be a repeat.  but i was wrong!  obviously it's nothing special or fancy but perfect if you just want to throw something together quickly. the chicken was moist and the flavor on everything was great.

enjoy!

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