Southwest Black Bean Stew {Allergy-Free}

This recipe is delicious! And who doesn’t love a crock-pot meal?? I’ve adapted this from a recipe my sister-in-law came up with. I usually call it ‘that chicken-black bean-cream cheese-crock-pot meal’, but thought that title might be a little long. So, without further ado…

Southwest Black Bean Stew {Allergy-Free}

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast

2 cans Bush’s seasoned black beans

1 bag frozen corn {non-buttered}

Emeril’s Southwest Seasoning {or similar}

1 small jar of your favorite salsa {THIS IS KEY! I love Trader Joe’s salsa, but it has been processed around several allergens}

8 oz Tofutti Cream Cheese {this is dairy-free}

Put chicken, beans, corn, seasoning and salsa in the crock-pot. Cook on low for 8 hours. About an hour before cook time is over, use a fork to break up the chicken. It should be very tender and falling apart. Cut the cream cheese into cubes and put in the crock-pot. Once cream cheese is melted, stir the stew to incorporate it throughout. Garnish with cilantro, Tofutti brand sour cream and salsa. Serve over rice or with tortilla chips.

YUM!

I Scream, You Scream, We All Scream for…..

ICE CREAM!!!!!!!
Have I mentioned Tofutti Brand dairy-free products before? If not, then, consider it done. I LOVE Tofutti brand because my daughter can eat it up without me having to worry about her well-being. She has the biggest smile on her face right now as she’s eating it. She told me, “You’re the best mommy to get me ice cream!” That melts my heart. I am so happy she can enjoy ice cream as much as the rest of us do. Thank you, Tofutti!!!!

Fudge Pops

I cannot tell you how excited I am to have found Tofutti brand Fudge Pops at my local Publix!!!  Do you know what that means??  They are dairy-free and my daughter can totally enjoy them!  She was thrilled to have her first one the other day.  Unfortunately, they were on clearance so I think they may not be selling them anymore after the current stock is sold.  We’ll see.  At least I know they exist.  I will try to find them at another location.