Leftover chicken? This is a great way to use it up. You could also make these with cooked shrimp instead of chicken. Either way, they are a crowd pleaser for an appetizer, lunch, or dinner. To make a complete meal, serve along with rice, a green salad, and tortilla chips.
Moist grilled chicken with a “kick” topped with a sweet mango salsa – wow doesn’t that sound good? If you are having a crowd over, just double or triple the recipe, as this is a great “make ahead” meal served at room temperature. Another tip – make extra chicken to use another day for chicken […]
The mango is often called the “king of fruits.” It has many health benefits – helps lower cholesterol, prevent certain cancers, promotes eye health, clears skin, improves digestion and boosts the immune system. Wow – we could all benefit from putting a little mango in our diets! Here’s a recipe that will help you […]
The crunch of crisp lettuce, the rich flavors of soy and ginger, and the saltiness of peanuts combine to make this one wonderful entrée. This dish is not only healthy, but is also fun to eat! Everyone from the kids to grandma will love gathering around the kitchen table piling their lettuce leaves with juicy […]
This is truly scrumptious! One of best parts about this recipe is that it is served at room temperature. We like it as a side dish, but you can make it a main meal by adding cooked chicken, shrimp or beef. Is it very spicy? It has about a medium heat. To make it more […]
Egg salad sandwiches – same old, same old? Not at The Simple Celebration! By adding dill for flavor and celery for crunch, this will be the best egg salad you’ve tasted!
Here is a quick-to-put-together breakfast casserole everyone will love. And it has bacon and potato chips in the recipe – what could be better?
The key to a successful roast is to have a reliable meat thermometer and DON’T OVERCOOK! The wonderful aromas of this sage, rosemary, garlic, and mustard pork roast will fill your kitchen and have your mouth salivating – guaranteed! Make our roasted potato recipe along with the roast – they cook at the same […]
We love tomatoes – their bright color, their savory flavor, and their versatility. Here is a recipe for a no-cook sauce that can be used to top pasta, bruschetta, cooked fish, chicken, the sky’s the limit. One more thing, the aroma of this recipe is absolutely mouth-watering!
Another make-ahead meal to get dinner on the table in no time! Most of this recipe can be made in advance, then popped in the oven for 10 – 15 minutes.
Have you ever bought fresh herbs for a recipe and you have some left over, but aren’t sure what to do with them? This recipe is a simple, fresh, and tasty solution to using herbs before they go to waste.
Below is an easy recipe for a sauce that will elevate your quick dinner into a tasty meal. Pour over grilled pork chops, chicken or flank steak. Add to rice pilaf for additional flavor and color or add to scrambled eggs for a spicy addition. The best thing about this sauce is that you […]
The deliciously rich taste of crab elevates this quiche to a whole new level. It will be great for brunch, lunch, or a light supper.
Everything tastes better with bacon! The blend of flavors in this quiche is unique and delicious.
This linguine dish is so good it would be great for a family meal or perfect for company. And it will be ready in 30 minutes!
For this recipe, you can substitute the spinach with sliced zucchini and mozzarella with any cheese you like. Serve a simple green salad on the side and you have a meal!
Here is a recipe that is easy, tasty, and ready in no time. Double the recipe and freeze half for when it’s just one of those nights where the thought of cooking dinner overwhelms …
This recipe is made the evening before you want to serve it. You can add different nuts or raisins and make it your own speciality!
This chili is chock full of flavor thanks to its fresh ingredients. It also comes together very quickly once the chopping has been done. Double the recipe for a large crowd such as a school event or neighborhood pot luck. Freeze leftovers to have a hearty, tasty meal in seconds!
Family traditions often revolve around recipes and cooking. Vicki shares her chili recipe memory … “This recipe has been in my family for as long as I can remember. It is so simple to put together. Each time I make it, I am reminded of sitting around the kitchen table in Indiana with my mom, […]
Cinnamon and cloves in a beef stew recipe? Absolutely! Prepare this updated version of beef stew and your home will be filled with a wonderful aroma and your family and friends will be filled with a delicious, hearty meal. This isn’t your grandmother’s beef stew …
If you want to impress your guests with a wonderful tortilla soup that is literally made in minutes – here is your recipe!
This dish has great flavors and crunch; it will even please the “I don’t like fish” eaters in your family!
Another low calorie, delicious recipe from A Simple Celebration! This dish is great to serve for a family dinner or a dinner party.
Have you ever gotten home after a long day and only have chicken in the refrigerator? Well here is a recipe that is both easy and healthy and uses ingredients that you probably have on hand. Serve it with a fresh vegetable and a simple salad and you have a tasty, easy, and low calorie […]
This recipe is from Vicki’s Australian days. She was a big fan of the Marie Claire by Donna Hay cookbooks and bought every new edition the day it hit the shelves. This one is from the “Flavours” cookbook and has less than 350 calories!
This recipe has been perfected over the years and is spectacular. Don’t let the word “spicy” fool you. It has a little kick, but is not overly spicy. The crunch of the peanuts, lettuce, and cucumber go great with the perfectly moist chicken. This recipe for four is under 300 calories per serving, so don’t […]
Poached chicken can be used for salads, quesadillas, soups, and sandwiches. The chicken comes out moist and perfect every time.
The next time you are going to serve salmon at your simple celebration, give this salt bed recipe a try. Like many of our recipes, this can be prepared well in advance and requires very few ingredients. Cooking the salmon on salt results in a very moist, tasty dish. You may be wondering if the […]