Carbohydrate

PEANUT BUTTER AND JELLY POP TARTS

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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“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)

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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

Amish Breakfast Casserole

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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

PECAN CARAMEL CLUSTERS

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Ingredients : (1) (14 oz) package individually wrapped caramels, unwrapped3 tbsp butter2 tbsp water2 cups chopped pecans(1) pound dark chocolate, broken into small pieces Directions : Add and place caramels, butter, and water in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high until smooth, about 3 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds. Stir in pecans. Drop caramel pecan … Read more

Spinach Puffs

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Ingredients 1 package (17.3 ounces) frozen puff pastry, thawed 1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry 4 ounces cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese 2 large eggs, divided 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/4 teaspoon salt Directions Preheat oven to 400°. Unfold … Read more

Taco Spaghetti To Die For

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Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 pound ground beef 1 (1.25-ounce) package taco seasoning 1 (10-ounce can) Ro*Tel® Mild Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies 1 tablespoon tomato paste 8 ounces spaghetti 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1 Roma tomato, diced 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves How To Make Taco Spaghetti … Read more