We were in the mood for barbecued chicken, but it was really windy so I didn’t want to fire up the grill. This Oven Barbecued Chicken Recipe looked like a really simple recipe that would not take long to put together, so I decided to give it a try. The homemade barbecue sauce in this … Read more
The wine in this Salisbury Steak Recipe really brings this dish to the next level. The original recipe calls for port wine which I have included in the ingredients list, but I substituted homemade wild berry wine; the combination was delicious. I not a big fan of instant mashed potatoes, but the use of this … Read more
This is a great combination of fall flavors with the tart cranberries offsetting the sweetness of the apples. Outside of the crust, this is a very simple recipe to put together. I cheated on this one and used a store bought pie crust. If you looking for a good pie recipe for the upcoming … Read more
This recipe reminds me more of a lasagna roll-up recipe more than Manicotti. This recipe uses no-boil lasagna noodles in place of the Manicotti tubes. It is a lot easier to roll the lasagna noodles than it is to stuff the Manicotti tubes and the flavor is pretty much the same. This is a good … Read more
This recipe uses mostly store-bought ingredients, but if you’re in a hurry to put something together after work, or school, it could be just what you’re looking for. This is a simple recipe that cooks quickly so you can have these Beef with Cheese Kinds of ravioli on the table in less than 30 minutes. … Read more
I was looking for a recipe on the healthy side, so I decided to put this French Country Chicken with Mushroom Sauce recipe on the menu for supper. This is one of those dishes that when you take the first bite, you say; it is ok, but the more you eat the better it gets. … Read more
This recipe has a unique combination of flavors – a mixture of coconut milk and other spices finished off with cider vinegar, and garnished with scallions. If you’re in the mood to try a recipe that’s different, but really good, give this Filipino Chicken Adobo a try. This is a simple recipe that doesn’t require … Read more
Deep Fried Apples are one of my favorite treats in the fall. There are many ways to prepare them, some use cinnamon and sugar, others just cinnamon. I don’t like to hide the taste of the apple slices so I just dip them in batter and deep fry them; lightly salting them when they are … Read more
Out of habit we generally have fish on Friday, and along with the fish I like to serve a baked beans side dish. I decided to change this a little bit and prepare this California Barbecued Beans Recipe. This recipe does take a considerable amount of time to prepare, but if you have the time, … Read more
This is a simple recipe that saves a lot of time because it cooks all day in the slow cooker. Cook the egg noodles and thicken the sauce at the end of the cooking cycle and it is ready to go on the table. If you’re looking for a set it and forget it recipe … Read more
If you’re tight on time here’s a delicious slow cooker recipe that has very little prep time. I have a busy week scheduled and needed to free up some time so I turned to the slow cook. The chicken is moist, and the sauce is exceptional. I decided to serve this dish with hash browns … Read more
Use your favorite store bought Italian sausage links, or make your own. The vegetables in this recipe turn this sandwich into a delicious combination of flavors. This is a simple recipe that cooks fairly quick – if you like sausage and pepper combos give this one a try; it’s really good. Italian Sausage peppers … Read more
This is a great side dish recipe, especially if you have leftover rice from another meal. I used freshly cooked rice for this recipe, but from experience, it does cook a little better with rice that is precooked and allowed to cool; if you use leftover rice break up any large clumps with a spoon … Read more
The reduced maple syrup in this recipe turns these pork chops into a delicious treat. This is a simple recipe that is quick to cook, and doesn’t require a lot of prep time. The slit in the chop, you see in the picture is created before cooking to keep the chop from bulging in the … Read more
Wow! These muffins are so good. The combination of bananas, roasted pecans, and brown sugar is delicious. This recipe was originally created as a make a-head batter recipe. Place the batter in the muffin tins, cover with plastic wrap, and freeze them. Remove the muffin batter from the muffin cups and place them in zip … Read more
This Chicken Stir – Fry with Eggplant and Basil Recipe seemed like a great recipe to put on the menu before the fresh summertime vegetables become history. This dish is low calorie with a 2 cup serving equaling only 257 calories. This recipe originates from a Mayo Clinic cookbook. There are a lot of ingredients, … Read more
Brussels sprouts don’t seem to be one of the most popular vegetables in the world, but they are one of my favorites. The combination of maple syrup, vinegar, and butter turn these Brussels sprouts into a delicious side dish. If you like Brussels sprouts give this Maple-Glazed Brussels Sprouts recipe a try. You’ll love them. … Read more
These Garlic Beef Enchiladas are a little on the spicy side; but really good. It takes a little time to put them together, but it is worth the effort. I prepared this dish as written and thought it was a little on the salty side – you may want to salt the sauce to taste. … Read more
These Texas BBQ Chicken and Cheddar Sandwiches are a little on the spicy side, but really good. The combination of the BBQ sauce, bacon, and chipotle chili in adobo sauce along with the toasted onion buns create a delicious combination of flavors. The other thing I like about this recipe is that it is simple … Read more
This recipe puts together fresh and dried mushrooms, seasoning, and tomatoes to create a light textured spaghetti sauce. This recipe is a little bit of worked compared to just opening a can of spaghetti sauce, but it is well worth the effort. If you like mushrooms this recipe is a must try; it is light … Read more