Tex-Mex Beef Enchiladas

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 yellow onion finely diced 1 pound 80/20 ground beef 4 tablespoons TAK’s Tex-Mex Blend or a packet of store-bought taco seasoning, if desired 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 6 tablespoons All-Purpose flour 4 cups unsalted beef broth* 1 ½ teaspoon Kosher salt 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon chili powder Pinch … Read more

Oma’s German Sauerkraut Casserole

Here’s a German sauerkraut casserole that uses up some leftover sauerkraut  ham and potatoes and makes them into a marvelous dinner that’s quick and easy.  Add a few extra items, put it in the oven, and turn up the polka music. Dinner’s almost ready! INGREDIENTS: 2 cups cubed cooked ham 1 medium onion, chopped 3 tablespoons butter … Read more

Oma’s Apfelstrudel ~ German Apple Strudel Recipe

This German Apple Strudel recipe, aka Apfelstrudel, is one of those quick and easy dessert recipes that I really love. Made with simple ingredients, it brings the traditional strudel taste to my table without all the work. SERVINGS: Makes about 8 servings INGREDIENTS: 1 pound (454 grams) apples (or pears), peeled and thinly sliced 2 tablespoons … Read more

Homemade Cool Whip

Homemade Cool Whip that is stable like the store bought kind but made at home and SO delicious. Perfect for any recipes you’re making that ask for Cool Whip! Ingredients US CustomaryMetric ▢1 1/2 teaspoons powdered gelatin ▢2 tablespoons ice water ▢1/4 cup whole milk cold ▢3 tablespoons powdered milk ▢2 teaspoons vannilla extract  ▢1/4 cup water ▢1/4 cup light syrup  * ▢3/4 cup sugar ▢1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt ▢1 3/4 cups heavy cream cold Instructions Add … Read more

Chewy Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies With Walnuts

These hearty oatmeal cranberry cookies offer an interesting holiday twist by using craisins while still an enjoyable sweet breakfast treat throughout the year! Ingredients 1 cup Butter softened, (227 grams) 1 cup Creamy Peanut Butter (258 grams) 1 cup Sugar (200 grams) 1 cup Brown sugar packed (220 grams) 2 Large eggs room temperature 1 cup All-purpose flour (125 grams) 1 teaspoon Baking soda ½ teaspoon Baking powder 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips (170 grams) 1 cup Oatmeal quick-cooking or regular (51-¼ … Read more

CHOCOLATE TRUFFLE BITES

These Easy Homemade Chocolate Truffle Bites are rich and chewy chocolate candy bites that only need three ingredients. If you are a fan of chocolate recipes you will love this one! Ingredients 22 ounces Milk Chocolate morsels 2 packages (11 oz. each) 8 ounces Cool Whip 1 canister, thawed. 24 ounces Ghirardelli dark chocolate these are the melting wafers Instructions In a medium-size glass … Read more

Instant Pot Balsamic Pork Tenderloin

Salted Nut Roll is a candy store classic. You can make it at home, and give all your favorite people a homemade Christmas gift this year! Ingredients for the fillings: ½ cup unsalted butter 7 ounces marshmallow cream 5 cups powdered sugar 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract for the coating: 2 11 oz bags caramel bits … Read more

OLD FASHIONED SUGAR PIE RECIPE

Ingredients 2 tablespoon butter 2 tablespoons flour ½ cup whole milk 1 and ½ cups brown sugar  2 large eggs ½ teaspoon vanilla extract  1 9-inch Pie crust I used a store bought crust Instructions Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Carefully roll out pie crust and fit in pie pan. Place pie pan on a cookie sheet  in case it boils over. Melt butter in a saucepan. Stir … Read more

Beef taco casserole

INGREDIENTS 2 teaspoons olive oil1 pound ground beef I use 90% lean1/2 cup onion finely diced1 packet taco seasoning14.5 ounce can diced tomatoes do not drain1 1/4 cups tortilla chips crushed16 ounce can refried beans1 1/4 cups cheddar cheese shreddedToppings such as shredded lettuce, diced tomato and sliced olivescooking spray INSTRUCTIONSP reheat the oven to … Read more

The Best Custard Filling Cream Puffs

These light and delicate cream puffs bursting with vanilla pastry cream make for an unforgettable treat. Choux pastry, or pâte à choux is so easy to make and delicious. When paired with that amazing custard filling there’s just no excuse not to make them! Ingredients For the Filling: 2 cups whole milk 480mL 1 vanilla bean OR 1 tbsp extract … Read more

Chocolate Muffins with Peanut Butter Mousse

Mornings just got a little better thanks to these Chocolate Muffins with Peanut Butter Mousse. Homemade chocolate muffins filled with an easy homemade peanut butter mousse are a welcome treat for breakfast, brunch, and (if you are lucky enough to have any leftover) dessert. INGREDIENTS Chocolate Muffins 2 cups all-purpose flour* 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa … Read more

lemon-butter-baked-shrimp

This shrimp recipe couldn’t be much easier, and the sauce will have you daydreaming! Perfectly soft roasted shrimp are smothered in a vibrant, creamy sauce that’s ideal for sopping up with crusty bread. In addition, the quick bake time is incomparable. Ingredients 1 1/4 pound extra large peeled and deveined shrimp 1 tablespoon of butter … Read more

Oh Yum! Parmesan Meatloaf

Ingredients 1½ pounds ground beef1 large egg1 grated onion½ cup chopped flat-leaf parsley½ cup bread crumbs½ cup grated Parmesan¼ cup tomato paste; season with salt and pepper.DirectionsOn a foil-lined baking sheet, form the mixture into an 8-inch loaf. Bake at 400° F until cooked through, 40 to 50 minutes.