Finding our way in the kitchen #SOL19

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My oldest daughter, Lindsey, has become quite the foodie over the years.  She's a power user of Yelp when we travel, finding new and interesting restaurants, including farm-to-table eateries.  My husband can be quite the chef when he's not exhausted from his work travels or uninspired by what's in the fridge.  He would really rather eat out than cook.

Recently, Lindsey has been accompanying me to the grocery store each week.  She's taken an interest in cooking like never before.  Before we can go to the store, we take a look at what's missing from our pantry and fridge, then I'm encouraged to make a plan for our weekly meals.  She provides a little feedback if there's something she wants to make.  Then I make a list (by category) and only then do we head to the store.

I have to say, I've made some tasty dishes lately, even though I'm the one who despises cooking.

I'm no longer grabbing random meat and veggies at the store, hoping to throw something together each weekday.  I've shunned throwing beef and mushroom soup in the crock pot to make a pretty awful pot roast.

I won't say I'm a budding chef, but the more I practice, the better the food is tasting.  I do appreciate Lindsey's help with the groceries (especially when there is no bagger and she jumps in to help) and her company in the store and the kitchen.

Here's a recipe that Lindsey found for Skinny Chicken Enchiladas.  I simmered the enchilada contents in the crockpot all day and WOW these were delish.  Enjoy!

Pinch of Yum: Skinny Chicken Enchiladas