Recipes My Son Loves

Baby Dude has been going through a picky phase. It happens occasionally. Typically when I'm not cooking a lot. (oops...I guess it's my fault then, huh!?!?!?)

Anyway, here are two incredibly easy recipes he (as well as the rest of the family) loves.


1. Ham and Lima Bean Soup

In a slow cooker, put frozen Lima Beans, Ham (I usually use a hunk of frozen sliced ham), and Chicken Stock. If the ham is already cut up, you're good to go; if not, wait for it to thaw/cook and then cut it up. Then, you're good to go. That's it! Make it as thin or as "stoup-like" as you want. Personally, we prefer the stoup version. And in case you don't watch Rachel Ray, "stoup" is thicker than soup, but not as chunky as stew.


2. Shepherds Pie

Saute an onion. Add ground beef, chopped up steak, or whatever meat you want. Once the meat is done, add frozen green peas and beef broth. (Lots of time, I add carrots, too.) Add salt and pepper (I tend to forget this part and add it on the plate instead!). Once it's warm and bubbly, throw it into a casserole dish. Add a thin layer of cheese (optional). A nice sharp cheddar works great, but don't put too much. Top with Mashed Potatoes. Stick in oven long enough to warm through and slightly brown the potatoes. Enjoy!


Like I said, incredibly easy and he eats them both every time!