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Railroaders' Cookbook - Greatest Hits Volume I

                                    
Railroad mealprep is a serious painpoint in my house.  My husband tries to be as cost efficient as possible and loves a good leftover.  Soooo, we usually don't have a problem, as long as I keep cooking...  but when I hit a lazy streak, order out a few days (weeks) in a row, next thing I know all he's talking about is food.  "I need food for the road."  "What am I going to take to work with me?" Ughhh.  So I'm going to try my best to compile a few of our greatest hits right here (with original sources noted as well because let's face it, this is all borrowed).  I'm not going to post everything I make, but these are the leftover favorites that travel well, and honestly, it's pretty much manfood.   

And while we're on the topic, it's probably a great time to mention my Railroaders' favorite travel companion, the HOTLOGIC MINI.  This thing comes with a standard power plug or a car charger.  He loves it and it heats his meals as well as a microwave (it just takes way longer from what I understand). You can find it on Amazon of course.
Anyway, back to it!
                                         
Homemade Hamburger Helper - Countryside Cravings
My RR LOVES this one.  It's way better than the old box we all remember as kids.  I don't add the cayenne because my daughter absolutely can't deal with anything remotely spicy, and I'm sure I add way more cheese than this one calls for (personal preference).

One Pan Garlic Chicken Pesto Pasta - Tasty
This is another favorite.  We pretty much stick to the script on this one, and the more cherry tomatoes the better!

Creamy Parmesan Garlic Mushroom Chicken - The Recipe Critic
We LOVE this one!  We double the ingredients to make extra sauce because it's so good, and makes it way better as a leftover.  I'll usually make some penne to go under it.  I don't like leftovers and even I will eat this one again.

Ground Beef and Rice Casserole - The Cozy Cook
This one hasn't been in rotation for long, I just made my way back to the "cream of" soups.  But it's really simple, cheap, fast, and in my book that makes it a winner.  Throw in mushrooms and I'm in.  

Classic Beef Meatballs - Martha Stewart
These meatballs are awesome.  And my RR LOVES spagetti.  He's pretty specific about his spagetti sauce (store bought) and I pair that with these meatballs, some angel hair pasta, and he's happy as a clam. Seriously. 

Broccoli Cheese Rice Casserole - Spend with Pennies
This is my favorite.  I am in love with anything Broccoli Cheese.  Add rice and I'm in.  And for some extra protein for the old man I'll add in some baked chicken breast.  

Enchilada Casserole - Taste And Tell
This enchilada casserole is AMAZING.  But, I make my own enchilada sauce.  This recipe is so good, it's probably just fine with any enchilada sauce but I'm native South Texas so I gotta be Puro Tejas and brown my own flour (haha!).  Either way, it's a crowd pleaser and it travels well.  Don't forget the mucho cilantro.  

Balsamic Grilled Chicken with Roasted veggies and rice - Rachel Cooks
This meal is my favorite right now, and my RR certainly doesn't mind taking it on the road with him either.  I marinate a few chicken breasts in this amazing balsamic marinade, then I grill it.  I slice and roast some veggies in the oven (squash, cherry tomatoes, zucchini, potatoes, asparagus, whatever I can find) in either extra virgin olive oil or butter.  Then I make some steamed white rice.  That's it.  I could seriously eat this every day.  So good.    

If you've got a great Railroader approved recipe let me know!  I'm always looking for new ones and I LOVE to share!










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