Here's some ideas for using up common ingredients in your fridge, freezer or pantry!
Almonds
Almond Shortbread Waffles
Apricot, Cherry, Almond Muffins
Butterscotch, Almond, Oatmeal Cookies
Roasted Almonds with Truffle Oil & Rosemary
Spaghetti with Sun-Dried Tomato-Almond Pesto
Apples
Apple Bacon Coleslaw
Apple, Cabbage & Hazelnut Coleslaw
Apricots
Apricot, Cherry, Almond Muffins
Apricot Oat Walnut Bars
Chicken with Apricots & Olives
Artichokes, canned
Artichoke and Roasted Cumin Dip
Artichoke Olive Cheese Bread
Spinach Artichoke Bake
Chicken, Artichokes and Spinach baked in Foil
Asparagus
Creamy Baked Asparagus with Dubliner Cheese
Avocado
Avocado Hummus
Strawberry Avocado Spinach Salad
Strawberry, Avocado Arugula Tostado
Bananas
Banana Raspberry Bran Muffins
Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Kauai Banana Bread
Bacon
Apple Bacon Coleslaw
Baked Orzo, Spinach, Bacon and Feta
Bean with Bacon Soup
Beer and Bacon Mac n' Cheese
Chicken, Bacon and Prunes (Colombian)
Chicken Thighs with Mushrooms & Bacon
Corn Bacon Saute
Pasta with Green Pea, Bacon and Parmesan Sauce
Peppered Chicken Kebabs wrapped in Bacon
Smoky Shrimp, Corn and Bacon Chowder
What's in the Fridge Frittata
Basil
Basil Sea Salt
Beef, ground
Beef & Veggie Sheperd's Pie with Mushroom & Onion Gravy
Cincinnati Chili
Ground Beef Stuffed Zucchini Boats
Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs
Piper's Joe's Special
Sourdough Picnic Meatloaf
Beef, Pot Roast
Lazy Girl Pot Roast with Easy Molé Sauce
Moroccan Pot Roast
Moroccan Pot Roast with Olives & Preserved Lemons
Tuscan Pot Roast
French Onion Pot Roast with Cheesy Toasts
Beef, Steak, flank or tri-tip
Beef Barley, Lazy Girl Crockpot
Beef Kebabs with Chimichurri Sauce
Chili Rubbed Steak with Spinach Cilantro Green Rice
Beef Stroganoff
Kale and Beef Fajita Tacos
Korean Beef Bulgogi
Lazy Girl All Beef Chili
Beans, Canned
Black Bean and Spinach Lasagna
Black Bean and Hot Link Soup
Spicy Fried Garbonzos
Chipotle Black Bean Dip
Couscous Black Bean Salad
Southwestern Edamame Salad
Chicken White Bean Chili
Moroccan Vegetable Stew
Beans, dried
Lazy Girl Crock Pot All Veggie Chili (Vegan too)
Black Bean and Smoked Ham Soup, Lazy Girl
Chicken White Bean Chili
Hot Links, Red Beans and Rice
Beets
Hot Pink Soup
Spicy Sausage Borscht,
Roasted Beets with Walnuts and Goat Cheese
Beans, Green
Grilled Greek Potato Salad
Berries
Berrylicious Berry Trio Pie
Bread
Apricot Amaretto Bread & Butter Pudding
Pina Colada Bread Pudding with Rum Caramel sauce
Feta & Spinach
Greek Panzanella Bread Salad
Artichoke Olive Cheese Bread
Sourdough and Sausage Stuffing
Broccoli
Broccoli, Cheddar & Potato Soup
Mexican Broccoli Corn Salad
Buttermilk
Chilled Cucumber Feta Soup
Rosemary Buttermilk Chicken
Butternut Squash
Butternut Squash Waldorf Salad
Roasted Butternut Squash Soup
Red Quinoa and Butternut Salad
Chicken, Quinoa & Butternut Squash Stew
Cabbage
Apple Bacon Coleslaw
Cabbage, Roasted, with Horseradish and Dijon Sauce
Spicy Coleslaw
Apple, Cabbage & Hazelnut Coleslaw
Cauliflower
Cauliflower Crust Pizza
Indian Cauliflower in Spinach Sauce
Mexican Cauliflower Soup (for the soul)
Roasted Cauliflower with Parmesan and Almonds
Roasted Cauliflower,Apples, Bacon with Balsamic Vinegar
Quinoa, Cauliflower and Feta Salad
Cheese
Jalapeno Popper Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Cheddar Cheese & Beer Soup
Chicken Cordon Bleu- The easiest "fancy" dish
Chile Relleno Rustico
Creamy Mac n Cheese
German Beer Cheese
Chicken Breasts
Chicken Cordon Bleu- The easiest "fancy" dish
Chicken Frankie- Mumbai Burrito
Chicken Saltimbocca
Chicken with Coconut, Lime and Peanut Sauce, Lazy Girl Crock Pot Recipe
Chicken White Bean Chili
Cilantro Chicken
Greek Chicken Souvlaki and Tzatziki Sauce
Jambalaya- Chicken, Hot Links & Shrimp
Indian Butter Chicken
Lazy Girl Salsa Chicken- Crockpot
Peppered Chicken Kebabs wrapped in Bacon
Rosemary Buttermilk Chicken
Spicy Boneless Fried Chicken
Versatile Panang Curry
Chicken Thighs
40 Cloves of Garlic Chicken, Lazy Girl Crock Pot
Balinese Grilled Chicken
Baked Greek Chicken, with Tomatoes and Feta
Chicken with Coconut, Lime and Peanut Sauce, Lazy Girl Crock Pot Recipe
Chicken with Apricots & Olives
Chicken, Bacon and Prunes (Colombian)
Chicken Thighs with Mushrooms & Bacon
Chicken with Mushrooms and Garlic
Chicken, Quinoa & Butternut Squash Stew
Sticky Coconut Chicken
Easiest Teriyaki Chicken
Mexican Chicken Posole Stew
Lazy Girl Crock Pot Chicken Cacciatore
Lime & Chili Pepper Chicken Tacos
Chicken Marbella
Three Citrus Tequila Grilled Chicken
Chicken Broth
Avgolemono- Greek Wedding Soup
Chicken, chopped or shredded
Buffalo Chicken Enchiladas
California Chicken Salad with Avocado & Grapefruit
Chicken Pot Pie Soup
Chicken White Bean Chili
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Malayasian Curry with 10 Boy Condiments
Whole Wheat Asian Noodle Salad
Chocolate
Dark Chocolate Cake with Red Wine Chocolate Glaze
Chipotle Chilies, canned in Adobo Sauce
Tomato, Spicy Mexican
Chipotle Cocoa Pork Tenderloin
Chipotle Black Bean Dip
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Chorizo Baked Eggs
Cilantro
Beef Kebabs with Chimichurri Sauce
Chili Rubbed Steak with Spinach Cilantro Green Rice
Cilantro Chicken
Chicken White Bean Chili
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Prawns with Cilantro Sauce
Tomatillo Jalapeno Green Salsa
Clams, canned
Bacon Corn Chowder
Southwestern Seafood Chowder
Spaghetti with Red Clam Sauce
Coconut Milk
Coconut Flan
Chilled Curried Mango Prawn Soup
Mahi Mahi with Coconut Curry Sauce
Pina Colada Bread Pudding with Rum Caramel sauce
Spicy Shrimp Curry
'Lime in the Coconut' Rum Ice Pops
Versatile Panang Curry
Coconut, shredded
Lazy Daisy Oatmeal Cake
Kauai Pie
Corn
Corn Bacon Saute
Edamame Succotash
Kale, Quinoa, Corn, Tomato Salad
Smoky Shrimp, Corn and Bacon Chowder
Southwestern Zucchini Medley
Zucchini Corn Pie
Corn Tortillas
Shrimp Tortilla Soup with Baked Chili Strips
Cornmeal
Cornbread, good ole basic
Sweet & Moist Spicy Cornbread
Polenta (with extras)
Couscous
Couscous Black Bean Salad
Grilled Vegetable Couscous Salad
Moroccan Pot Roast
Moroccan Vegetable Stew
Cream
Orange Creamsicle Cupcakes
Cream Cheese
Rocky Road Cheesecake Dessert Ball
Smoked Salmon Spread with Capers & Green Onions
Cucumber
Asian Prawn & Cucumber Salad
Cucumber Wasabi Martini
Lemon, Onion and Cucumber Salad
Greek Panzanella Bread Salad
Greek Tzatziki
Pineapple Cucumber Salad
Edamame- Frozen
Asian Whole Wheat Noodle Salad with Edamame
Southwestern Edamame Salad
Marinated Tofu and edamame Salad
Edamame Succotash
Eggs- Whole
Almond Shortbread Waffles
Almond "Magic" Cake
Baked Eggs with Ham, Cheese & Herbs
California Eggs Benedict
Caprese Skillet Eggs
Coconut Flan
Eggs Goldenrod
Egg Foo Yung
Egg "Quiche" Muffins, Make Ahead
Feta & Spinach Strata
What's in the Fridge Frittata
Perfect Poached Eggs in your Microwave
Piper's Joe's Special
Quiche- Any way you like it!
Huevos Rancheros, Mexican Eggs and Tortillas
Breakfast Migas
Savory Dutch Baby with Parmesan
Shrimp and Cream Cheese Omelette
Spinach Quiche Toast Cups
Tiramisu, Authentic Italian Recipe
Egg Yolks
Hollandaise Sauce- Easy Blender Recipe
Quiche- Any way you like it!
Aioli- Sauce Variations & Ideas to Improve Almost Anything!
Farro
Farro, Green Olive and Feta Salad
Farro Mushroom Risotto
Feta
Baked Orzo, Spinach, Bacon and Feta
Baked Greek Chicken, with Tomatoes and Feta
Baked Feta with Chimichurri Sauce
Feta & Spinach Strata
Grilled Greek Potato Salad
Greek Panzanella Bread Salad
Greek Spinach Pinwheels
Sauteed Spinach with Bacon and Tomatoes
Stuffed Peppers with quinoa, spinach and feta
Garbanzo Beans
Avocado Hummus
Greek Pork and Garbanzo Stew
Kale, Garbanzo & Pecorino Salad
Pizza Hummus
Salmon, Spinach & Garbanzos baked in foil
Ham
Black Bean and Smoked Ham Soup, Lazy Girl
Chicken Cordon Bleu- The easiest "fancy" dish
Honey
Honey and Lemon Jelly
Baklava
Fruit Salad with Honey Lime Poppyseed Dressing
Sricacha Honey Chicken Wings
Hot Links
Black Bean and Hot Link Soup
Jambalaya- Chicken, Hot Links & Shrimp
Hot Links, Red Beans and Rice
Hot Link Joe's Special
Jalapeno
Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Jalapenos
Green Salsa- Hot, Hot, Hot
Hot and Tangy Pepper Relish
Jalapeno Popper Baked Chicken
Tomatillo Jalapeno Green Salsa
Kale
Kale, Cherry & Almond Salad
Kale and Beef Fajita Tacos
Kale, sauteed with Cherry Tomatoes & Garlic
Kale, Garbanzo & Pecorino Salad
Kale, Quinoa, Corn, Tomato Salad
Sausage, Mushroom and Kale Lasagna
Sauteed Kale with Garlic and Tomatoes
Pork Tenderloin with Cheese Polenta & Sauteed Kale
Portuguese Linguica Sausage, Bean and Kale Stew
Tilapia with Black Beans & Kale
Whole Wheat Noodles, Blue Cheese, Walnuts & Kale Salad
Lemon
Lemon-Lime Basil Shortbread Cookies
Lemon White Chocolate Tart
Moist Lemon Bread
Salad Dressing, Versatile/adaptable recipes
Lemons, Preserved
Preserved Lemon- How to
Pearl Couscous Preserved Lemon Salad
Preserved Lemon & Saffron Risotto
Moroccan Pot Roast with Olives & Preserved Lemons
Lentils
Black Lentils (spiced) with Yogurt & Mint
Egyptian Red Lentil Soup
French Green Lentils with Onions and Tomatoes
Hearty Sausage & Lentil Soup
Lentil Soup with Carrots, Spinach and Sun-dried Tomatoes
Limes
Margarita Filled Cupcakes
'Lime in the Coconut' Rum Ice Pops
Lime and Jicama Salad
Mahi Mahi
Mahi Mahi with Coconut Curry Sauce
Mahi Mahi with Artichokes and Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Mushrooms
Chicken Thighs with Mushrooms & Bacon
Chicken with Mushrooms and Garlic
Farro Mushroom Risotto
Mushroom Strudel
Mushroom, Fennel and Potato Soup
Quinoa Mushroom Pilaf
Pork and Roasted Pepper Ragu Sauce
Sausage, Mushroom and Kale Lasagna
Nectaines
Nectarine Crostada- Lazy Girl Pie
Chipotle Nectarine Jam
Oatmeal
Lowfat Pumpkin Ginger Granola
Butterscotch, Almond, Oatmeal Cookies
Lazy Daisy Oatmeal Cake
Olives
Chicken with Apricots & Olives
Onions
Caramelized Onion, Cheese & Bacon Dip
French Onion Pot Roast with Cheesy Toasts
French Onion Soup
Oranges
Orange, Fennel, Ginger & Arugula Salad
White Wine Sangria
Pasta
Baked Orzo, Spinach, Bacon and Feta
Whole Wheat Asian Noodle Salad
Pasta with Pepperoni, Pepperoncini and Peppers
Prawns al Fresco
Toasted Orzo
Peaches
Butterscotch Peach Pecan Upside Down Cake
Peach Streusel Coffee Cake
Pepper, Peach & Rosemary Jam
Grilled Peach & Pecan Green Salad
Pecans
Bourbon Pecan Tarts
Brown Sugar, Maple & Pecan Pound Cake Bread
Pecan Pie with Kahlua
Peppers, Bell
Ratatouille
Mahi Mahi with Coconut Curry Sauce
Couscous Black Bean Salad
Pork and Roasted Pepper Ragu Sauce
Pineapple
Hawaiian Kebabs- Pork & Pineapple
Cucumber & Pineapple Salad
Pineapple Vodka Tonic
Potatoes
Simple Salmon Chowder
"The Works" Baked Potato Casserole
Pork, Ground
Pork Meatballs with Spinach and Feta.
Pork and Roasted Pepper Ragu Sauce
Pork, shoulder or roast
Korean Pulled Pork Tacos!
Greek Pork and Garbanzo Stew
Ranchero Shredded Pork
Simple BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich or Sliders
Pork Chili Verde
Pork Adobo
Pork, tenderloin
Chipotle Cocoa Pork Tenderloin
Hawaiian Kebabs- Pork & Pineapple
Tequila Lime Pork with Mole Sauce
Pecan-Crusted Pork Tenderloin with Bourbon Sauce
Pork Tenderloin with Cheese Polenta & Sauteed Kale
Indonesian Pan Fried Noodles- Mie Goreng
Banh Mi - Vietnamese Sandwiches
Cuban Glazed Pork Tenderloin and Grilled Fruit Salsa
Pork and Chorizo Soup
Southwest Grilled Pork Tenderloin
Prawns, Frozen (or fresh)
Asian Prawn & Cucumber Salad
Baked Prawns with Feta and Orzo Pasta
Spicy Thai Prawn Skewers
Chilled Curried Mango Prawn Soup
Garlic Spinach Shrimp Scampi over Spaghetti Squash
Jambalaya- Chicken, Hot Links & Shrimp
Mexican Chilled Prawn Salad
Prawns al Fresco
Prawn Queso Dip
Prawns with Cilantro Sauce
Vietnamese Spring Rolls
Shrimp, Cream & White Beans over Rice- Cajun Comfort Food
Shrimp Tortilla Soup with Baked Chili Strips
Smoky Shrimp, Corn and Bacon Chowder
Southwestern Seafood Chowder
Spicy Shrimp Curry
Spicy "Sushi" Shrimp Stack
Indonesian Pan Fried Noodles- Mie Goreng
Versatile Panang Curry
Pumpkin, canned
Lowfat Pumpkin Ginger Granola
Pumpkin Cheesecake stuffed Cupcakes with Molasses Buttercream
Pumpkin bread
Quinoa
Chicken, Quinoa & Butternut Squash Stew
Kale, Quinoa, Corn, Tomato Salad
Quinoa, Cauliflower and Feta Salad
Quinoa, Cheese & Chilies Casserole
Quinoa Mushroom Pilaf
Quinoa with Roasted Corn and Green Beans
Stuffed Peppers with quinoa, spinach and feta
Red Quinoa and Butternut Salad
Rhubarb
Rhubarb Ginger Whole Wheat Pie
Rhubarb Ginger Vodka Cooler
Rice
Avgolemono- Greek Wedding Soup
Kimchi Fried Rice
Preserved Lemon & Saffron Risotto
Salmon (or Halibut)
Baked Parmesan Salmon
Black & White Salmon
Indian Spiced Salmon
Grilled Salmon Kebabs with Lemon
Lemon Rosemary Salmon
Maple Dijon Salmon Fillets on Spinach Salad
Salmon, Spinach & Garbanzos baked in foil
Salmon with Asian Ginger Lime Sauce
Simple Salmon Chowder
Southwestern Seafood Chowder
Sriracha Lime Salmon
Halibut with Bagna Cauda Citrus Sauce
Sausage, ground
Country Sausage Gravy w/ Pepper Biscuits, Spicy
Sourdough and Sausage Stuffing
Shrimp, fresh or frozen
Brazilian Shrimp Soup
Shrimp and Cream Cheese Omelette
Southwestern Seafood Chowder
Spicy Shrimp Curry
Strawberries
Strawberry Jam (No Pectin)
Strawberry Habanero Jam
Strawberry Avocado Spinach Salad
Strawberry, Avocado Arugula Tostado
Spaghetti Squash
Garlic Spinach Shrimp Scampi over Spaghetti Squash
Enchilada Spaghetti Squash Boats
Spaghetti Squash Au Gratin
Spaghetti Squash, Arugula and Tomato Salad
Spaghetti with Sun-Dried Tomato-Almond Pesto
Spaghetti Squash Carbonara
Spinach
Baked Orzo, Spinach, Bacon and Feta
Black Bean and Spinach Lasagna
California Eggs Benedict
Creamed Spinach and Mushrooms, Cooking Light
Garlic Spinach Shrimp Scampi over Spaghetti Squash
Greek Spinach Pinwheels
Indian Cauliflower in Spinach Sauce
Italian Wedding Soup with Turkey Meatballs
Feta & Spinach Strata
Lentil Soup with Carrots, Spinach and Sun-dried Tomatoes
Maple Dijon Salmon Fillets on Spinach Salad
Santa Fe Vegetable Tamale Lasagna
Sauteed Spinach with Bacon and Tomatoes
Scrambled Eggs with Spinach and Parmesan
Spinach Quiche Toast Cups
Spinach Artichoke Bake
Strawberry Avocado Spinach Salad
Stuffed Peppers with quinoa, spinach and feta
Prawns al Fresco
Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Spaghetti with Sun-Dried Tomato-Almond Pesto
Sweet Potatoes
Baked Whipped Sweet Potatoes with Pecan Pie Topping
Spicy Sweet Potato Salad
Tilapia
My Favorite Tilapia Recipes
Easy Catalan Fish Stew with Roasted Pepper Paprika Aioli
Crispy Lemon Tilapia
Crispy Parmesan Tilapia
Lime Tilapia
Potato Herb Crusted Tilapia
Simple Fish Tacos with Spicy Coleslaw
Tilapia with Black Beans & Kale
Tilapia Provencal
Tortilla Crusted Tilapia
Tofu
Egg Foo Yung
Tomatoes, canned, or fresh
Caprese Skillet Eggs
Ratatouille
Tilapia Provencal
Mediterranean Tomato Soup
Gazpacho
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Sauteed Spinach with Bacon and Tomatoes
Sauteed Kale with Garlic and Tomatoes
Tomato, Ginger Bisque, Maui Style
Tomato Jalapeno Jelly
Tomato, Spicy Mexican
Tortillas
Huevos Rancheros, Mexican Eggs and Tortillas
Breakfast Migas
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Turkey, ground
Asian Chicken Lettuce WrapsLarb Gai
Albondigas, Mexican Meatball Soup
Turkey Chipotle Corn Burgers
Italian Wedding Soup with Turkey Meatballs
Thai Turkey Burger
Turkey Keema Curry
Tandoori Turkey Burger
Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs
Walnuts
Apricot Oat Walnut Bars
Watermelon
Watermelon Margarita
Watermelon, Arugula and Feta Salad
Whip Cream
Dulce de Leche Icebox Cake
Whip Cream Frosting, Stable
Yogurt
Greek Tzatziki
Zucchini
Ratatouille
Chilled Zucchini Buttermilk Soup
Carmelized Green Onions, Tomato and Zucchini
Grilled Vegetable Couscous Salad
Ground Beef Stuffed Zucchini Boats
Moroccan Vegetable Stew
Southwestern Zucchini Medley
What's in the Fridge Frittata
Zucchini Bread
Zucchini Corn Pie