Jalapenos are stuffed with cream cheese, wrapped with bacon, and barbecued on the grill. Ingredients 6 fresh jalapeno peppers, halved lengthwise and seeded 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese 12 slices bacon Directions Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat. Spread cream cheese to fill jalapeno halves. Wrap with bacon. Secure with a toothpick. Place…
Baked spaghetti squash is topped with fire-roasted tomatoes, corn, black beans and a heart-healthy version of chorizo made with lean ground turkey instead of pork. Ingredients Turkey Chorizo: 1 pound lean ground turkey 3/4 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1 teaspoon sweet paprika 1/2 teaspoon…
Ground beef, fresh onion, green bell pepper, tomatoes and rice are simmered in a sweet-hot sauce of chile, brown sugar, cumin and Worcestershire. This savory rice dish is then baked with Cheddar and garnished with fresh cilantro. Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef 1/2 cup finely chopped onion 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper 1…
My family loves this recipe. It is quick and easy, and makes for a tasty weekday supper. I often double the sauce to serve over rice. Ingredients 1 tablespoon soy sauce 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon lemon juice 2 tablespoons brown sugar 2 tablespoons ketchup 6 pork chops, trimmed Directions…
Time consuming but it is well worth it! The brown sugar and bacon grease combine beautifully and give such a great taste. Ingredients 1 pound sliced bacon, cut into thirds 1 (14 ounce) package beef cocktail wieners 3/4 cup brown sugar, or to taste Directions Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C)….
A very simple and easy marinade that makes your shrimp so yummy you don’t even need cocktail sauce! Don’t let the cayenne pepper scare you, you don’t even taste it. My 2 and 4 year-olds love it and eat more shrimp than their parents! It is also a big hit with company, and easy to…
I always found turkey meatloaf to be quite disappointing. The flavor is usually lacking as well as the texture. Well, I have developed this version that has a great texture and a surprisingly good flavor (my brother couldn’t even tell that it wasn’t beef)! The secret is the quinoa, which adds wonderful texture and is…
Honey chicken kabobs with veggies. You can marinate overnight and make these kabobs for an outdoor barbecue as a tasty alternative to the usual barbecue fare! Fresh mushrooms and cherry tomatoes can also be used. (This can also be done in the broiler.) Ingredients 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1/3 cup honey 1/3 cup soy sauce…
If you like shrimp and LOVE garlic, I hope you give this fast and delicious recipe a try soon. Enjoy! Ingredients 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined salt to taste 6 cloves garlic, finely minced 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes 3 tablespoons lemon juice 1 tablespoon caper brine 1 1/2…
Even if you think you don’t like asparagus you have to try this. It is a wonderfully easy quiche-like casserole to throw together for breakfast. This can be prepared the night before, covered, and put in the refrigerator overnight. Just be sure to allow extra cook time. Ingredients 1 1/2 cups chopped cooked ham 1/2…
This super-delicious and incredibly easy recipe has become one of my absolute favorites. I pass it on to everyone I know, and they all rave about it too! Ingredients 2 cups coarsely chopped zucchini 1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped onions 1 red bell pepper, coarsely chopped 1 pound extra lean ground turkey 1/2 cup uncooked…
A delicious side or main dish with beef, basil and lots of cheese. You can substitute the beef for Italian sausage or add a combination. Serve with crusty warm bread and a green salad, if desired. Ingredients 1 (16 ounce) package dry ziti pasta 1 pound lean ground beef 1 onion, chopped 2 (28 ounce)…
You will never want to eat frozen veggie burgers again. These are so easy, and you’ll be proud to have created such a vegetarian delight. Ingredients 1 (16 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed 1/2 green bell pepper, cut into 2 inch pieces 1/2 onion, cut into wedges 3 cloves garlic, peeled 1 egg…
These cheesy zucchini patties are an excellent way to use up that abundance of zucchini from the garden. Serve with a bit of tomato sauce or sour cream dabbed on top. Ingredients 2 cups grated zucchini 2 eggs, beaten 1/4 cup chopped onion 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup shredded…
A slightly sweet marinade that makes for the best tasting pork you will ever have. Ingredients 1/4 cup soy sauce 1/4 cup packed brown sugar 2 tablespoons sherry 1 1/2 teaspoons dried minced onion 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 pinch garlic powder 2 (3/4 pound) pork tenderloins Directions Place soy sauce,…