If meal plans are the heart of Hoppin Meal Plans, then recipes are the meat!
Welcome to the recipe section of my site! Here I blog about my favorite recipes! Many of these recipes are featured in the meal plans and subscriptions. Most, but not all, because every now and then I throw in a few splurgy or fun dishes that don’t fit with the program, but are great for a special occasion like a holiday or party!
Plus you can read more about some of my special series like the Back of the Box series where I experiment with recipes found on the back of boxes and cans found in your pantry; or the the vintage series based on a series of My Great Recipe cards!
Tired of Taco Tuesday? Tacos are great, but let’s change it up a bit. This Mexican Frittata is a dish inspired by the great Mexican flavors. It’s a mix of…
I love cooking with shrimp. It’s one of nature’s blank canvases. It’s a little bland on it’s own, but takes on flavor and seasonings so well. This is a great…
Think pasta is all about the carbs? Well, let's be honest, we love our carbs, but this recipe is more than pasta. It's full of vegetables and protein, creating a delicious balance for a family meal.
Who doesn't love a good zucchni boat? Here we go big and beefy with our Italian Zucchini Boats. Zucchini stuffed with beef, tomatoes, and Italian seasoning!
I love mushrooms! Especially big, meaty portabella mushrooms. I went through a phase a few years ago experimenting with stuffing them. I stuffed them with everything, but eggs were one…
OK, whether you prefer Pat’s or Geno’s, there’s nothing quite like a real Philly cheesesteak. I’m not going to try and top them, but my Philly Stuffed Peppers is a nice veggie loaded tribute to the classic sub.