Scallops sauteed in butter and garlic will melt in your mouth. Lemon juice gives it a nice kick. Ingredients 3/4 cup butter 3 tablespoons minced garlic 2 pounds large sea scallops 1 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Directions Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in garlic,…
These are the fastest, easiest crab cakes I have ever made and some of the best I have ever eaten! Serve with coarse mustard on the plate or your favorite mustard sauce. Ingredients 1 egg 3 tablespoons mayonnaise 4 teaspoons lemon juice 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1 teaspoon dried tarragon 1 tablespoon minced green…
Ingredients : 1 pound navy beans (or Great Northern beans) 1 large onion, diced (about 1 ¾ cup) 3 celery stalks, diced (about 1 cup) 1 medium carrot, diced (about ½ cup) 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 bay leaf 1 large smoked ham hock (or ham bone) Water 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning 1 cup chopped…
Fresh roasted ham is coated with an easy glaze of mustard and maple syrup. Great for an Easter buffet. Ingredients 1 (5 pound) bone-in ham 1/3 cup prepared yellow mustard 1/3 cup maple syrup 2 tablespoons brown sugar 2 teaspoons onion powder Directions Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Rinse the…
One of my favorite midweek pasta bakes – my whole family loves it and there is not much prep. Once the pasta bake is in the oven, you can make a salad or set the table and then it’s time to eat. Ingredients 1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 onion,…
This is a simple crowd pleasing recipe that can sit in a slow cooker until it is time to serve. Ingredients 1 (19 ounce) can black bean soup 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained 1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained 1 (16 ounce) can vegetarian baked beans 1 (14.5…
I have tried so many versions of glazed doughnuts, and this one finally came out perfect! Just like the ones at my favorite doughnut shop. Ingredients 2 (.25 ounce) envelopes active dry yeast 1/4 cup warm water (105 to 115 degrees) 1 1/2 cups lukewarm milk 1/2 cup white sugar 1 teaspoon salt 2 eggs…
One of my husband’s favorites. I’ve been making this for over fifteen years, and he’s not sick of it yet! Serve with pan sauces, crusty French bread and a tossed green salad. Ingredients 6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 pinch ground black pepper 3 tablespoons butter 1…
Easy Pot Roast made in the slow cooker. Ingredients 3 pounds beef roast 6 potatoes 1 1/2 cups baby carrots 1 yellow onion 2 stalks celery 3 cubes beef bouillon 1/2 cup water Directions Cut up potatoes, onions, and celery in to fairly large chunks and place in a slow cooker. Put roast on top…
A wonderful, easy, creamy hot dip that even sauerkraut haters love. I often take this to work potlucks because I can assemble it at work. Just throw everything in and stir a few times. Also, it’s delicious when it’s overcooked and kind of dry! Ingredients 1 (16 ounce) jar sauerkraut, drained 1 (8 ounce) package…
You have got to try these. The first time I made them, I thought of how much money I could save by making my own! Ingredients 1 cup warm milk (110 degrees F/45 degrees C) 2 eggs, room temperature 1/3 cup margarine, melted 4 1/2 cups bread flour 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup white sugar…
Layers of rice, chicken breast, a creamy soup and salsa mixture and two kinds of cheese add up to a simply yummy salsa casserole! This recipe is a family favorite because it’s delicious and easily made with ingredients found in the pantry. Ingredients 1 1/3 cups uncooked white rice 2 2/3 cups water 4 skinless,…
Chicken thighs produce the tastiest shredded/chopped chicken to use in recipes like this. A perfect version of a good ol’ comfort food recipe. Goes well with fresh green beans. Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter 2 pounds chicken thighs 8 slices bacon 2 stalks celery, chopped 3 carrots, chopped 1 red onion, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic,…
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…
This is my husband’s favorite meal for me to cook. The chicken is so moist and flavorful. The more seasonings you use the better it tastes. Mayo may cause some areas to be a little mushy but it still tastes amazing! Ingredients 2 cups cheese flavored crackers (such as Cheez-It(R)), crushed 1 cup French-fried onions,…