Easy Food Ideas

When the temps are scorching outside and turning on the oven isn't an option, try these simple ideas guaranteed to please even the finicky members of your family.

Set up a baked potato buffet.  Microwave as many baking potatoes as you need, and set up a toppings bar.  So much fun to make and who doesn't like being creative.  The possibilities are endless..bacon bits, shredded cheddar, sour cream,  butter, chopped chives, chili, salsa or crumbled goat cheese.  

Make up fruit and cheese kabobs ahead of time.  Use any favorite fruit cut into chunks and alternate on wooden skewers with cubed cheddar or Gouda cheese.  Apples, pineapples, oranges and pears are delicious with cheese.

Chicken quesadillas are an easy snack too.  Purchase a rotisserie chicken or use leftover baked chicken and shred.  Microwave refried beans and spread onto flour tortillas.  Sprinkle the chicken and shredded Monterrey jack cheese and top with another tortilla.  Brown and flip on a griddle or in a toaster oven until the cheese melts.   

Do you have any simple food ideas to share?