While I can’t relate to having hungry children in my house, I can relate to having a very hungry husband. In my opinion these two things have a lot in common! I often find my husband digging through the cabinets looking for snacks to satisfy his hunger between meals so I decided that Cheesy Chicken Taquitos were a good solution.

Forget about the misconception that Risotto is one of those fussy side dishes that takes constant hand-son attention to turn out creamy and delicious. A microwave is the secret shortcut that makes my recipe for Asparagus Lemon Thyme Risotto so much less labor intensive . . . and actually ridiculously easy! Whip up this quick-fix side dish in 30 minutes or less and pair with your favorite protein – the zesty lemon-thyme flavor pairs well with fish and chicken.

Just in time for Easter and all sorts of other spring celebrations, I sharing a simple-to-make yet sophisticated meal (entrée AND side dish) that’s ready in 30 minutes, prep to plate!  My Instant Pot Chicken Roulade with Creamy Herb Rice is a one-pot family meal that saves precious time in the kitchen, both cooking and cleaning up. More quality time with the family, doing the things you all love, while a beautiful dinner practically cooks itself -- who can argue with that!