BLUEBERRY CREAM CHEESE DANISH

INGREDIENTS 1 sheet puff pastry 8 oz cream cheese – room temperature ¼ cup granulated sugar 2 egg yolks – room temperature 1 tsp vanilla extract ¼ tsp almond extract 1 tsp lemon juice – fresh 1 ½ tsp lemon zest ¼ tsp kosher sea salt ¾ cup blueberries – fresh or frozen 1 egg – lightly beaten with the milk 1 tbsp milk ⅓ cup almonds – chopped, we like Lightly Salted Blue Diamond Almonds FOR THE GLAZE 1 tbsp butter – melted ⅓ cup powdered sugar ⅛ tsp almond extract ¼ tsp vanilla extract 1 tbsp milk – OR cream INSTRUCTIONS Preheat oven … Read more

SWEET AND SOUR PORK

INGREDIENTS ½ c ketchup 3 tbsp brown sugar 1 tsp Sriracha 1 tsp worchesershire Sauce 3 tbsp rice vinegar ¾ c chicken stock ¼ tsp black pepper ½ tsp garlic powder dash red pepper flakes 1 tsp cornstarch 1 lb pork butt – cut into cubes ¾ c cornstarch – or tapioca flour 2 large eggs – lightly beaten 2 c vegetable oil ¼ onion – chopped into chunks ½ c red bell pepper – chopped into chunks ½ c green bell pepper – chopped into chunks INSTRUCTIONS Lightly spray a glass or ceramic dish and Preheat the oven … Read more

PEANUT BUTTER AND JELLY POP TARTS

INGREDIENTS 2 rounds pie dough 1 large egg 1 tbsp heavy cream FOR THE FILLING 3/4 cup +2 tbsp Strawberry Jam – we like Crofter’s Organic Seedless Strawberry Premium Spread  FOR THE GLAZE 3/4 cup smooth peanut butter – we like Smooth Operator® peanut butter 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 1/4-1/3 cup milk – depending on desired thickness 1 1/2 cup powdered sugar INSTRUCTIONS Roll out each round of dough to 9×15-inch rectangle, about 1/8-inch thick. Using a sharp knife or pizza/pastry … Read more

STRAWBERRY YOGURT PANCAKES

INGREDIENTS 1 ½ cup all purpose flour* 2 tsp baking powder 1-2 tbsp sugar – more if you like sweeter pancakes ¼ tsp salt 2 eggs 2 tbsp butter – melted ½ tsp vanilla extract ¾ cup vanilla yogurt – OR plain OR Greek yogurt ¾ cup milk ½ cup fresh strawberries – chopped INSTRUCTIONS Set a large non-stick pan over medium heat. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. In a small mixing bowl … Read more

Sausage, Pepper and Rice Skillet Recipe

INGREDIENTS 1 1/4 cup white rice 2 tsp olive oil 12 oz pkg smoked sausage 1/2 red bell pepper – sliced 1/2 yellow bell pepper – sliced 1 small white onion – quartered and sliced 4 cloves garlic – minced 1/2 tsp kosher sea salt 1/2 tsp ground black pepper 5 tbsp tomato paste 1 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth – divided 1 tsp paprika 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper 1 1/2 tbsp parsley – chopped INSTRUCTIONS In a small saucepan, cook rice according to the package’s directions. Place a large cast iron skillet … Read more

GRANDMA LUCILLE’S WARM GERMAN POTATO SALAD

Ingredients 8 medium red potatoes, unpeeled, cut into 1 1/2″ chunks, cooked until just fork-tender 8 slices bacon, cooked until crispy, crumbled, bacon drippings reserved 1 medium yellow onion, diced 1 cup water 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar 3 Tbs. granulated sugar 5 Tbs. all-purpose flour kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste Instructions To create the dressing, heat the reserved bacon drippings in skillet … Read more

MEATBALL SUB CASSEROLE

Ingredients 1 loaf buttered garlic bread cut into 1-inch-thick slices (you will have some leftover) 1 lb. frozen cooked meatballs thawed 8 oz. cream cheese very softened 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1 tsp. Italian seasoning 28 oz. jar marinara sauce 2/3 cup water Instructions Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. In a greased 9 x 13 pan, arrange the sliced garlic bread in a single layer, buttered side up; set aside.(If you … Read more

The Best Basic Egg Salad

Ingredients6 large hard boiled eggs3/4 tsp ground mustard1/4 tsp smoked paprika2 tbsp minced shallots1 1/2 tsp chives1/4 cup minced celerypinch celery salt1/4-1/3 cup mayonnaise NOT miracle whipsalt & pepper to taste4 croissant rolls cut in half , sandwich style Instructions Add the eggs to a medium sized mixing bowl, and roughly chop them. Add all … Read more

Homemade Ranch Dressing

Ingredients ½ cup mayonnaise ¼ cup sour cream ½ cup buttermilk ½ teaspoon dried parsley flakes ½ teaspoon dill weed 1 teaspoon dried chives ½ teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon garlic salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper Instructions Add mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk into a medium mixing bowl and whisk well until combined. Add seasonings and whisk well. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Nutrition Calories: 644kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 66g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 2142mg | Potassium: 284mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 2668IU | Vitamin … Read more

Dill Pickle Spuds -WARNING Very Addicting

“These little gems are so delicious!! The tang from the dill pickle juice and the generous sprinkle of salt make these very addicting.” Ingredients  1 pound potatoes (new)  2 cups dill pickle juice  2 tablespoons oil (vegetable oil)  Salt to taste Step 1 Clean the potatoes and chop them into 1” cubes. Step 2 Place … Read more

No Bake Cookies (Chocolate Clusters)

Ingredients  2 cups brown sugar  1/2 cup butter  1/2 cup milk  1/2 cup unsweetened baking cocoa  1 teaspoon vanilla extract  240 grams dry oats (dry, 3 cups Quick Quaker Oats)  1 cup coconut, shredded Nutritional Serving Size: 1 (41.8 g) Calories 157.7 Total Fat – 6 g Saturated Fat – 3.7 g Cholesterol – 10.7 mg Sodium – 65.5 mg … Read more

Coconut Cake

This perfect coconut cake puts a cake for homemade cake everywhere. It is extremely hydrating with soft fluffy crumbs and strong coconut flavor. To succeed, follow this recipe carefully including the use of cake flour, egg whites, sour cream, and canned coconut milk. At the request of several readers, allow me to present to you … Read more

Amish Breakfast Casserole

Ingredients : 1 pound sliced bacon, diced1 medium sweet onion, chopped6 eggs, lightly beaten4 cups frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed2 cups (8 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese1-1/2 cups (12 ounces) 4% cottage cheese1-1/4 cups shredded Swiss cheese Directions : Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook bacon and onion over medium heat until … Read more

Easy Chicken Legs and Thighs

Baked chicken legs are the ultimate in effortless, budget-friendly cooking. We’ll show you how to bake chicken legs. Simply season and pop them in the oven, leaving you free to prep the rest of the meal.While cooking a whole chicken isn’t always practical, baking chicken legs is definitely a weeknight solution. A chicken leg, also … Read more