Slow Cooker Poor Man’s Stew

Ingredients: 1 lb. ground beef browned and drained 1 1/2 lbs potatoes diced large 3 carrots sliced 1 onion diced 1 garlic clove minced (I had this on hand already) 6 oz. can tomato paste 2 cups water 1 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. pepper 1 tsp. onion powder 1 tsp. dried oregano Instructions: Add the cooked ground beef, potatoes, carrots, onions, and garlic to a 5-quart or larger slow cooker. In a small bowl whisk together the tomato paste, … Read more

Homemde Thick Caramel Sauce

Ingredients 1/2 cup water 1 3/4 cup sugar 1 cup heavy cream 3 tablespoon butter 1 tsp Vanilla Bean Paste Instructions In a nonreactive 3 quart pan combine the sugar (1cup and 3/4cup), water (1/2cup). Stir with a wooden spoon. Cover the pot and heat sugar and water on low heat until sugar is completely dissolved. 3-5 minutes. Remove the lid, swirl the pan to … Read more

Spaghetti Bacon alla Carbonara

Ingredients 1 Lb. Spaghetti noodles 1 Lb. bacon (or traditionally pancetta.. but that is usually tougher to find) 5-6 cloves garlic 2 eggs 2 Tbsp. milk (or heavy cream) (or fat free heavy cream) 2 Tbsp. fresh Italian parsley salt & pepper (to taste) 5 oz. fresh Parmesan cheese, flaked or shredded (divided) Instructions Cook … Read more

3 Meat Pizza Casserole

Ingredients 1 lb bow tie pasta 1/2-1 lb mild pork sausage 1 large onion, medium size chopped 2 (26 ounce) jars spaghetti sauce (I used Bertolli’s Mushroom and Garlic) 1/2-1 lb cubed cooked ham 1/2-1 lb of sliced pepperoni 3 (8 ounce) bags of shredded mozzarella cheese 6 tablespoons of grated parmesan cheese 2 tablespoons … Read more

Chocolate-Toffee-Black Bean Brownies

This Chocolate-Toffee-Black Bean Brownies recipe skips the eggs and oil while still creating a moist and chewy treat. Wondering how to make black bean brownies? It’s simple. These ultra-easy brownies are made with Betty Crocker™ Fudge Brownie Mix combined with a black b… Ingredients 2/3cup drained and rinsed Progresso™ Black Beans (from 15-oz can)2/3cup water1box … Read more

Chocolate Chip-Caramel Poke Cake

Enjoy this delicious caramel topped chocolate cake made using Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ cake mix and frosting – a perfect dessert. Ingredients 1box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ devil’s food cake mix1 1/3cups buttermilk1/2cup vegetable oil3eggs1bag (12 oz) semisweet chocolate chips (2 cups)1cup caramel topping1/2cup Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy vanilla frosting Steps Prevent your screen … Read more

Philly Cheesesteak Egg Rolls

These Philly Cheesesteak Egg Rolls are about to be your new favorite appetizer. Packed full of taste and flavor, you’re going to be chowing down on this simple recipe. Cheesesteak Egg Rolls are basically the perfect fusion of American fast food and Chinese fast food in one. We love this recipe because they’re so easy … Read more

Date Bars

INGREDIENTS For the Crust and Crumb Topping 2 sticks real butter, softened 1 cup light brown sugar, packed 1 3/4 cups all purpose flour 1 1/2 cups quick or old fashioned oats, (I use quick) 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt For the Date Filling 2 packages (8 ounces each) chopped pitted dates 1/4 cup sugar 1 1/2 cups water … Read more

Chicken & Fluffy Dumplings With Gravy

INGREDIENTS CHICKEN & BROTH 8 to 9 chicken thighs, skins on 2 chicken bouillon cubes 12 cups water 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 3/4 teaspoon pepper 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme CREAMY GRAVY 2 cups chicken broth (from the pot) 2 cups milk 6 tablespoons cornstarch 1/2 teaspoon salt DUMPLINGS 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup solid … Read more

Hersheys Chocolate Cake with Cream Cheese Filling & Chocolate Cream Cheese Buttercream

Ingredients Chocolate Cake Adapted from Hershey’s 2 cups sugar 1 & 3/4 cups flour 3/4 cup cocoa powder 1 & 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1 & 1/2 teaspoons baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 2 eggs 1 cup milk or heavy Cream 1/2 cup vegetable oil 2 teaspoons vanilla 1 cup boiling water For the Whipped … Read more

DRUNKEN SHRIMP

Ingredients • 2 (12-ounce) bottles lager style beer (recommended: Budweiser) • 1 cup water • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar • 2 onions, quartered • 1 garlic clove, smashed • 1 tablespoon Neelys Seasoning Rub, plus more for garnish, recipe follows • 1 tablespoon crab boil seasoning (recommended: Old Bay) • 2 bay leaves • … Read more