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
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
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
The idea of milk chocolate and marshmallow in a muffin recipe sounded so good I had to give it a try. These S’ more Muffins turned out moist and delicious. This is a small recipe that makes only 6 muffins so you may have to double the recipe depending on the number you are feeding. … Read more
With football season here I thought it would be a good time to post this Grilled Burger Sliders Recipe. This is a simple recipe that doesn’t require many ingredients, and because of the size, they cook quickly. You can use your choice of condiments on the burgers to make them as fancy as you would … Read more
A couple of blasts of cold air from Canada cooled things down quite a bit here in Upper Michigan this week. This early fall like weather put us in the mood for pancakes, so I decided to give this Cloud cakes Recipe a try. This is basically a pancake recipe that’s a little bit on … Read more
This is a simple and quick muffins recipe you can have on the breakfast table in less than half an hour. The best part is chances are you will have all the ingredients on hand in your refrigerator, and pantry. Brown Sugar Oat Muffins Recipe Type: Breakfast Author: Patricia Prep time: 10 mins Cook time: … Read more
With Labor Day approaching I thought this would be a good time to post another side dish recipe. This is a simple recipe to prepare and will feed a good size crowd. The recipe is mildly seasoned so if you want to heat it up a little bit, it should work out well; Jalapenos would … Read more
The next time you’re in the mood for Chinese food give this Oriental Chicken Thighs Recipe a try. It’s a little on the sweet side; but really good. The Chinese five spice powder, and red pepper flakes, creates a delicious combination of flavors for this dish. This is a simple recipe that doesn’t require a … Read more
Adding smoked flavor to your grilled food can be a nice added touch. This Gas Grill-Smoked Pork Chops Recipe adds a nice lightly smoked flavor to the pork chops complimented by a delicious homemade barbeque sauce. The pork chops for this recipe are thick cut to allow enough time for the pork to absorb the … Read more
Cajun Fried Pan fish Fillets are a delicious and easy-to-prepare dish that will satisfy your seafood cravings. This recipe combines the bold and spicy flavors of Cajun seasoning with the crispy texture of pan-fried fish fillets, creating a mouth-watering dish that is perfect for any occasion. Whether cooking for a family dinner or hosting a … Read more
This Mac and Cheese recipe is rich and creamy with Smoked Gouda adding a delicious and unique smoked flavor to the dish. This is a simple recipe that’s quick to put together, and large enough to serve a good size family. Use it as a side dish, or a one-dish dinner. The next time you’re … Read more
This Slow Cooker Vesuvio Recipe, is not quite a traditional recipe; being more on the side of what I would call a chicken stew. The main seasoning incorporated into the recipe is Zesty Italian dressing. This is a quick recipe to put together, and because it’s cooked in the slow cooker it frees up a … Read more
When I was growing up this was one of my brother’s favorite summer time treats. Here in Upper Michigan tomatoes ripen late into the season – so being able to use some of them early was a good thing. Fried Green Tomatoes have a special flavor all of their own; give them a try. … Read more
