Crock Pot Broccoli Cheese Soup

Ingredients:1/2 cup green pepper, chopped1/2 cup onion, chopped2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine1 (10 ounce) can cream of chicken soup1 1/2 cups milk1 lb Velveeta cheese, cubed1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped broccoli Directions:Sauté onion and green pepper in butter.Combine all ingredients on low in crockpot for 3-4 hours. Do not add salt.

Spinach Dip Mozzarella Sticks

INGREDIENTS:8 ounces cream cheese, softened½ cup cooked spinach, drained2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese1 teaspoon Kosher salt1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper1 teaspoon garlic powder2 cups flour4 eggs, beaten2 cups seasoned breadcrumbsCanola oil, for fryingMarinara sauce for dipping DIRECTIONS:In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, spinach, mozzarella, salt, pepper, and garlic powder, stirring until thoroughly … Read more

Herbed Potato Crisps

INGREDIENTS:3 large potatoes2 tablespoons oil1⁄2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper…1⁄2 teaspoon oregano1⁄2 teaspoon thyme1⁄2 teaspoon sage1⁄2 teaspoon rosemarycelery salt, to tastegarlic salt, to taste DIRECTIONS:Pre-heat the oven to a high temperature.Cut the unpeeled potatoes into 1/4 inch slices.Place the potato slices on well-greased oven trays.Brush the potato slices with oil and a sprinkling of the pepper … Read more

Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Cookies

Ingredients:1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup white sugar1/2 cup peanut butter1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 egg, beaten1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 tablespoons milk40 miniature chocolate covered peanut butter cups, unwrapped Instructions:Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Sift together the flour, salt and baking soda; set … Read more

Old Fashioned Banana Cream Pie

INGREDIENTS1 (9 inch) pie crusts, baked3 cups whole milk3⁄4 cup white sugar1⁄3 cup all-purpose flour1⁄4 teaspoon salt3 egg yolks, slightly beaten2 tablespoons butter1 teaspoon vanilla3 bananas DIRECTIONSHave baked 9-inch pie shell ready.In a large saucepan, scald the milk.In another saucepan, combine the sugar, flour and salt; gradually stir in the scalded milk.Over medium heat, stirring … Read more

FRIED APPLE or PEACH PIES

Ingredients8 ounces dried apples or dried peaches1 cup water1/3 cup sugar1 tablespoon butter1 tsp. cinnamon or apple pie spice1 can jumbo refrigerated flaky biscuitsvegetable oil, for frying DirectionsCombine apples and water in saucepan; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 30 minutes or until tender. Remove from heat and let cool, mashing … Read more

Ranch Pasta Salad With Bacon

Ingredients:1 (12 ounce) packageuncooked tri-colored rotini pasta10 slices bacon1 cup mayonnaise1 (1 ounce) packet dry ranch dressing mix1⁄4 teaspoon garlic powder1⁄2 cup milk (more, if needed)1 large tomatoes, chopped or 15 grape tomatoes, cut in half1 (3 ounce) cansliced black olives1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shreddedsalt and pepper Instructions:Bring a large pot of lightly salted … Read more

Homemade Krispy Kreme

Ingredients:3 tbsp milk3 tbsp boiling water1 tsp dry active yeast8 oz all purpose flour (a little under 2 cups – I recommend you measure and weigh. See my note above)1 1/2 oz sugar (about 3 tablespoons)1 egg1 oz butter, cold to room temperature (just don’t melt it, okay?)dash of saltEnough oil to cover the bottom … Read more

Zucchini Parmesan Crisps

Ingredients:1 lb. zucchini or squash (about 2 medium-sized)1/4 cup shredded parmesan (heaping)1/4 cup Panko breadcrumbs (heaping)1 tablespoon olive oil1/4 teaspoon kosher saltfreshly ground pepper, to taste Directions:Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line two baking sheets with foil and spray lightly with vegetable spray. Slice zucchini or squash into 1/4 inch-thick rounds. Toss rounds with oil, … Read more

Panera Broccoli Cheese Soup

Ingredients:1 tablespoon melted butter1/2 medium chopped onion1/4 cup melted butter1/4 cup flour2 cups half-and-half cream2 cups chicken stock1/2 lb fresh broccoli1 cup carrot, julienned1/4 teaspoon nutmeg8 ounces grated sharp cheddar cheesesalt and pepper Instructions:Sauté onion in butter. Set aside.Cook melted butter and flour using a whisk over medium heat for 3-5 minutes. Stir constantly and … Read more

Homemade King Hawaiian Rolls and/or Loaf

Ingredients:6 cups all-purpose flour, plus an additional 1/2 cup flour, divided3 eggs2 cups pineapple juice, room temperature3/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon vanilla2 (1/4 ounce) envelopes yeast1/2 cup (8 tablespoons) butter, melted Directions:1. In a small bowl, beat your 3 eggs. Add the 2 cups pineapple juice, sugar, vanilla, and melted butter.2. Measure 3 cups of the … Read more

Baked Ravioli

Ingredients:1 25 oz. (1 lb) frozen cheese ravioli1 24 oz. jar marinara or spaghetti sauce1 1lb. ground beef1 tsp. dried basil1 T. minced garlic1/2 tsp. dried parsley8 oz. shredded mozzarella cheese1/4 C. parmesan cheese Instructions: Brown ground beef and drain, add in 1 C. of the pasta sauce, garlic and basil. Remove from heat and … Read more

Mom’s Peaches and Cream Pie

Basic Pie Crust1-1/2 cup Crisco (vegetable Shortening)3 cups All-purpose Flour1 whole egg5 Tablespoons Cold Water1 Tablespoon White Vinegar1 teaspoon SaltIn a large bowl, with a pastry cutter, gradually work the Crisco into the flour for about 3 or 4 minutes until it resembles a coarse meal. In a small bowl, beat an egg with a … Read more

MARYLAND CRAB CAKES

INGREDIENTS:1 large egg2½ tablespoons mayonnaise (I like Hellman’s Real)1½ teaspoons Dijon mustard (I like Maille brand)1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning¼ teaspoon salt¼ cup finely diced celery (you’ll need one stalk)2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley1 pound lump crab meat*½ cup panko (I like the Whole Foods 365 brand for this recipe)Canola oil … Read more

Mini Cheesecakes

INGREDIENTS:“Easy and so good for holidays, weddings, or whatever the occasion! It is also good with other flavors of fruit pie filling.”Ingredients1 (12 ounce) package vanilla wafers2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese3/4 cup white sugar2 eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling DIRECTIONS:Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line … Read more

Zucchini Parmesan Crisps

Ingredients:1 lb. zucchini or squash (about 2 medium-sized)1/4 cup shredded parmesan (heaping)1/4 cup Panko breadcrumbs (heaping)1 tablespoon olive oil1/4 teaspoon kosher saltfreshly ground pepper, to taste Directions:Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line two baking sheets with foil and spray lightly with vegetable spray. Slice zucchini or squash into 1/4 inch-thick rounds. Toss rounds with oil, … Read more