Hey Y'all,
Happy Tuesday!
This morning started with me oversleeping, which was rude enough on its own. Then I sat down to journal and accidentally uncovered one of those life revelations that shows up uninvited, kicks its shoes off, and refuses to leave. Forty extra minutes and several pages later, I realized I'd managed to put myself behind schedule before the day had fully gotten its pants on.
So today's newsletter is "here are some recipes before I sprint through the rest of my day like a woman who just remembered she's hosting book club in twenty minutes and still has no makeup on and laundry piled on the couch."
Take a look, find something delicious, and I'll be back tomorrow with my life slightly more organized. Or at least with a fresh cup of coffee and renewed confidenceb
(Y’all, there might be affiliate links below—gotta keep the coffee flowing so I can keep sharing the recipes you love!)
Remember - you can always find ALL of the recipes (1200+!) on Restless Chipotle, divided by category, right here
brand new collection
The best sides for steak dinners?
A steak dinner is only as good as the side dishes fighting for attention beside it. Nobody spends twenty bucks on a ribeye just to serve it with a sad scoop of vegetables that tastes like bland obligation seasoned with a sprinkle of we've always done it this way. These steakhouse-inspired sides bring butter, cheese, garlic, crunch, and enough personality to start family arguments.
pasta's here and she brought dinner
Pasta has rescued more weeknights than tequila and doom-scrolling combined. When everyone's hungry, your patience is hanging by a thread, and the thought of washing six pots makes you want to fake your own kidnapping, pasta shows up tying on her apron. These recipes are hearty, comforting, budget-friendly, and exactly the kind of meals that have people scraping the serving dish while asking if there's any left for tomorrow.
Easy Crockpot Chicken Spaghetti
Chicken spaghetti is the little black dress of Southern casseroles. It never goes out of style, always shows up looking respectable, and somehow feeds more people than seems mathematically possible. Toss everything in the crockpot and let it work while you catch up on neighborhood developments that are absolutely none of your business.
Texas Pasta Salad (Main Dish)
Calling this a pasta salad feels a little dishonest. This thing eats like a full meal and has enough meat, cheese, and attitude to make a hamburger nervous. It's perfect for hot weather, potlucks, and relatives who arrive hungry enough to chew through drywall.
Leftover Spaghetti Pie
Some leftovers quietly fade away in the back of the refrigerator. Leftover spaghetti pie stages a comeback tour. Crispy, cheesy, and considerably more interesting than the original spaghetti meal, it's proof that second chances aren't just for movie stars and politicians.
One Pot Skillet Lasagna
Traditional lasagna requires planning, patience, and possibly a minor in engineering. This version requires one skillet and a willingness to cut corners with confidence. All the cheesy, saucy goodness you wanted, with significantly less dishwashing and emotional involvement.
Cheesy Slow Cooker Macaroni and Corn Casserole
This casserole has never met a dairy product it didn't like. Creamy, cheesy, buttery, and just sweet enough to keep things interesting, it disappears from potluck tables faster than juicy news travels through the church prayer chain. Nobody takes home leftovers. Nobody.
Icebox pies and other cold-blooded beauties
Icebox pies were invented by somebody who looked at a hot oven in July and said, "Absolutely not." Creamy fillings, crumbly crusts, and just enough chill to make you forget the air conditioner has been fighting for its life since Memorial Day.
Peach Icebox Pie
This pie tastes like summer vacation, front porch swings, and absolutely ignoring your to-do list. Sweet peaches tucked into a cool, creamy filling make it the kind of dessert that has people suddenly lingering around the table long after the plates should have been cleared... and not because no one wants to do dishes... although that is also true.
Oreo Icebox Pie
Chocolate cookie crust, creamy filling, and enough crushed cookies to make restraint impossible. If somebody claims they're "just having a tiny slice," watch them closely. They're lying.
German Chocolate Icebox Pie
All the coconut, pecan, and chocolate glory of German chocolate cake without turning your kitchen into a heat emergency that rivaled a nuclear reactor meltdown. Rich, creamy, and just dramatic enough to make the dessert table look underdressed.
No-Bake Banana Pudding Icebox Pie
Banana pudding got a little fancy and asked, but does it pie? Layers of creamy filling, bananas, and vanilla wafers come together in a pie that's cool, nostalgic, and capable of causing mild family disagreements over who gets the last slice.
Millionaire Icebox Pie
Named after millionaires because "perfectly reasonable pie" didn't have the same ring to it. Rich, creamy, sweet, and completely unconcerned with moderation, this dessert arrives like a woman wearing sunglasses indoors and asking for another martini while pulling a red lipstick out of her leopard skin patterned purse.
all the cheesy goodness
Iceland Vacation
I'm working on getting our vacation stuff up on the blog. I've had the opportunity to go to some amazing places and the stories are all sitting in drafts waiting to be finished. This Iceland cruise was amazing!
Amazon finds
74% off!!!
I don't trust the economy, the weather, or that leftover casserole somebody shoved behind the pickle jar three weeks ago. That's why I love a vacuum sealer. This little gadget is 74% off right now and helps protect meat, vegetables, leftovers, and meal-prep projects from freezer burn and bad decisions. It's compact, easy to use, and comes with 20 bags to get you started. Nothing says "I've got my life together" quite like labeling food you'll completely forget exists until next February.
June Meal Plan
Don't forget about the free June 2026 meal plan with clickable links
2026 meal plan (1).pdf
I am going to be uploading the meal plans to the Restless Chipotle shop. Y'all get them for free as long as you're a subscriber so don't buy them if you see the link on the blog!!!
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