Yummy Taco Pie

Here’s a favorite!Taco Pie5 8″ flour tortillas1 lb. ground beef1 16 oz. can refried beans2 T. taco seasoning1/4 C. water1 jar salsa (I didn’t really measure, just used big spoonful’s)2 C. shredded Colby jack cheese2 green onions, chopped1 tomato, choppedIn a skillet, brown the ground beef, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain the grease, … Read more

EASY KEY LIME HONEY ALMOND GRANOLA FRUIT SALAD

Ingredients: 1 16 oz. container Key Lime yogurt 1 small pineapple, chopped 1 cantaloupe, chopped 2 cups green grapes 1 cup strawberries, chopped 1 cub blueberries 1/2 cup honey almond granola (I get mine in the bulk section at Sprouts) INSTRUCTIONS Add fruit to a large bowl then add key lime yogurt. Toss until evenly combined. Chill salad until ready to serve then sprinkle granola over top … Read more

Tuscan Pasta Salad

INGREDIENTS Dressing: 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/2 cup Greek yogurt 1/4 cup white wine vinegar 3 tablespoons water 2 teaspoon Dijon mustard 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste Salad: 1 (16 oz.) package fettuccine, cooked according to package instructions and tossed with 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 (6 oz.) packages … Read more

BLT Macaroni Salad

Ingredients:1/2 cup mayonnaise3 tablespoons chili sauce2 tablespoons lemon juice1 teaspoon sugar3 cups elbow macaroni, cooked1/2 cup tomato, seeded and chopped2 tablespoons green onions, chopped3 cups lettuce, shredded4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled Directions:1. In a large bowl, combine the first four ingredients; mix well.2. Add the macaroni, tomato and onions; toss to coat.3. Cover and refrigerate.4. … Read more

Broccoli Cauliflower Salad

Ingredients:1 head broccoli, chopped1 head cauliflower, chopped1/2 lb bacon cooked1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 cup mayonnaise1 cup sour cream1/2 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon saltDirections:Mix broccoli, cauliflower, bacon, and shredded cheese in a large bowl.In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, sugar, and salt until well combined.Pour mayonnaise mixture over broccoli mixture and stir until well … Read more

Cucumber & Onion Salad

Ingredients and Directions: In a bowl combine- 4 whole cucumbers, peeled and sliced1 whole onion, sliced Combine the remaining ingredients and pour over cucumbers and onions. Refrigerate for at least an hour prior to serving.1 Cup sour cream1/4 Cup white sugar2 Tbsp distilled white vinegar1 Tsp dried dill weed1/2 Tsp salt1/2 Tsp ground black pepper1/8 … Read more

SOUTHERN POTATO SALAD

INGREDIENTS: 3 pounds medium russet potatoes1 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup yellow mustard2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar2 teaspoons sugar1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/4 cup sweet pickle relish1 stalk celery, chopped1/2 sweet onion, chopped4 hard boiled eggs, 3 chopped and 1 slicedpaprika INSTRUCTIONS:Cut each potato in half. Place in a large pot and cover with 1 inch of water. … Read more

Lemon Veggie Pasta Salad

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 cups grape tomatoes, cut in half 6- ounce jar whole pitted Calamata olives, drained 3-4 green onions, diced 8 ounces Baby Bella mushrooms, sliced 1 cup mini sweet bell peppers, sliced (about 5) 4 cups broccoli florets (about 2 broccoli crowns) 1 1/2 cups frozen peas For the Vinaigrette 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil Juice of 3 lemons (just over 1/2 cup) 2-3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped 2 teaspoons salt … Read more

Homemade Pimento Cheese

INGREDIENTS: 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese8 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 cup mayonnaise1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon onion powder4 ounces diced pimentos, drained1/2 teaspoon dried mustard INSTRUCTIONS: With an electric mixer, mix the cheddar cheese and cream cheese together. Mix for 2-3 minutes. Add in the mayo and mix. Add in the garlic powder, … Read more

SUMMER FRUIT SALAD

Ingredients: 2 gala apples (chopped)2 kiwis (chopped)1 pomegranate5 clementines1 1/2 bananas2 tablespoons sugar Instructions: In a medium size bowl, combine all the chopped fruits and sugar.I learned the best way to get a pomegranate seeds out is to cut it horizontally, hold it face down in your palm with your fingers apart so the seeds … Read more

BLT Dip

Ingrédients : 1-1/2 pound bacon, cooked, drained, crumbled, and divided2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sour cream1/4 cup mayonnaise1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded) or to taste1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (or to taste)1 tablespoons mustard2 cups chopped seeded tomatoes1-1/2 cup shredded Iceberg lettucepepper an salt to tasteToasted bread … Read more

Taco Casserole

Ingredients 7oz. bag Nacho Cheese Doritos, crushed1 lb lean or extra lean ground beef1/2 cup diced onion (optional)1 pkg. taco seasoning, mixed according to directions1 (8 oz.) pkg. shredded Cheddar cheese1 (8 oz.) pkg. shredded Mozzarella cheese Shredded Lettuce. diced tomatoes,sour cream.guacamole,salsa, jalapenos or any taco toppings you might like Directions Brown beef and onion … Read more

The Best Fruit Salad

Ingredients: 1 (29 ounce) can peach slices1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks1 (3 1/8 ounce) box dry vanilla instant pudding mix1 lb of strawberries, (quartered)1 banana, (sliced)1/2 pint blueberries1 bunch grapes (I use the red ones)1 -2 tablespoon sugar (optional) Directions: In a large bowl, combine peaches, pineapples, and vanilla pudding mix. This includes the … Read more