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                                         Easy and Flaky Beef Empanadas Recipe If you know me, you know I love cooking, but I also tend to lean towards recipes that involve minimal ingredients and time. Between working part-time, blogging, looking for more work, and taking care of the household, that in itself is a full-time job.  I made these beef empanadas the other day for two reasons - one, I love Mexican food (and I'm 19% Mexican so I claim it when I can) and two, it was fairly simple with less than 10 ingredients.  14-year old Jace said he was surprised that he liked this Mexican-inspired recipe so much and I had 1.5 servings if that tells you anything about how much I enjoyed them.  •  Family-Friendly:  Yes, my teen and I thoroughly enjoyed them •  Difficulty Level:  Easy/Intermediate •  Best Served With:  I topped mine with sour cre...

Cheesy Kielbasa Pasta I've been in the mood for turkey kielbasa lately and thought I would do my usual sheet pan turkey kielbasa with veggies meal. While scrolling Instagram, I saw a cheesy kielbasa pasta recipe, but I noticed it lacked spice and richness. I decided to add smoked paprika and a mix of cheddar and mozzarella for a more flavorful kick! If you like the combined flavors of whole grain pasta, turkey kielbasa sausage, and ooey gooey cheese, this is the recipe for you! This family-friendly cheesy kielbasa pasta recipe was a huge hit with both myself and my 14 year old son. This meal can be customized based on your preferences.  I have been having some stomach pain for the past few weeks so I am trying to make better choices in the food that I eat. Because of that, I used turkey kielbasa as a healthier alternative to beef kielbasa, whole grain pasta, and olive oil instead of vegetable oil. For an even healthier option, you can also use a light or reduced fat cheese. Feel fr...