This recipe is very versatile and heavily addictive. You can mix and match cake and icing flavors as well as the chocolate coatings. The variations are unlimited, and they can be nicely packaged and given as gifts. Ingredients 1 (18.25 ounce) package chocolate cake mix 1 (16 ounce) container prepared chocolate frosting 1 (3 ounce)…
This mini version of the classic Red Velvet Cake is one of the more popular offerings in bakeries all across the country. Whip up a batch this holiday season or anytime of the year. Ingredients 2 1/2 cups flour 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup butter, softened…
I was looking all over for a recipe for a 10-pound boneless turkey breast and couldn’t really find any, so I figured I would just whip up my own. It turned out delicious. Ingredients 1 (10 pound) boneless turkey breast 2 (1 ounce) packages dry onion soup mix 3/4 cup water 2 tablespoons garlic powder…
This Shepherd’s Pie is a layered casserole of beef, carrots, and potato. Ingredients 4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed 1 tablespoon butter 1 tablespoon finely chopped onion 1/4 cup shredded Cheddar cheese salt and pepper to taste 5 carrots, chopped 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 onion, chopped 1 pound lean ground beef 2 tablespoons all-purpose…
These biscuits are cheesy and rich, and fairly close to the ones a famous seafood restaurant chain serves. Ingredients 4 cups baking mix 3 ounces Cheddar cheese, shredded 1 1/3 cups water 1/2 cup melted butter 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon onion powder 1/8 teaspoon dried parsley Directions Preheat oven to…
This is my husband’s favorite dish, and he considers it a special occasion every time I make it. The creamy cheese sauce and the tender potatoes in this classic French dish combine to make a deliciously addictive experience. It’s a great side dish with a roast pork loin or beef tenderloin. Add a green salad…
Easily doubled for a potluck, cottage cheese and sour cream are the unique elements to this macaroni and cheese recipe. Ingredients 1 (8 ounce) package elbow macaroni 1 (8 ounce) package shredded sharp Cheddar cheese 1 (12 ounce) container small curd cottage cheese 1 (8 ounce) container sour cream 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese salt…
Kielbasa cooked with red and yellow peppers and potatoes. Ingredients 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 (16 ounce) package smoked kielbasa sausage, diced 6 medium red potatoes, diced 1 red bell pepper, sliced 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced Directions Heat the oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Place kielbasa and potatoes in the saucepan. Cover,…
Easy and delicious. Tender pork chops in the best Mexican rice. A perfect weeknight meal. Ingredients cooking spray 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 6 boneless pork chops salt and ground black pepper to taste 3 cups water 1 1/2 cups uncooked long-grain white rice 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce 1/2 cup picante sauce 1/4 cup…
Refried beans are simple to make when cooked in a slow cooker. This recipe will yield flavorful, fat-free refried beans seasoned with garlic, jalapeno, and cumin. Ingredients 1 onion, peeled and halved 3 cups dry pinto beans, rinsed 1/2 fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped 2 tablespoons minced garlic 5 teaspoons salt 1 3/4 teaspoons…
These creamy lemon cheesecake bars have a smoother texture than the usual custard texture of a boxed lemon bar mix. I just about died when I had them the first time. A good friend made them for another friend’s birthday. I immediately asked her for the recipe as my Christmas present. She courteously obliged. They…
This recipe is anything but regular old meatloaf! Everyone will love this moist version made in the slow cooker, with milk, mushrooms, and a little sage for extra flavor. Ingredients 2 eggs 3/4 cup milk 2/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs 2 teaspoons dried minced onion 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage 1/2 cup sliced…
Delicious cinnamon rolls made with a soft, quick rising dough. Ingredients 3/4 cup milk 1/4 cup margarine, softened 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 (.25 ounce) package instant yeast 1/4 cup white sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup water 1 egg 1 cup brown sugar, packed 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon 1/2 cup margarine, softened 1/2…
A great alternative to pumpkin pie, especially for those cheesecake fans out there. Serve topped with whipped cream. Ingredients 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup white sugar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 eggs 1 (9 inch) prepared graham cracker crust 1/2 cup pumpkin puree 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 pinch ground cloves…
Whenever you make these cookies for someone, be sure to bring along several copies of the recipe! You will be asked for it, I promise! NOTE: I make icing with confectioners’ sugar and milk. I make it fairly thin, as I ‘paint’ the icing on the cookies with a pastry brush. Thin enough to spread…
Tastes very similar to ones served in chain restaurants in our area. This one uses refrigerated Alfredo sauce as its base to give it a wonderful creamy texture. Ingredients 4 cloves garlic 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained 1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped 1 (10 ounce) container…