Just like adding a pinch of salt to dessert recipes makes them even sweeter and more delicious, the addition of pepper in this cookie really makes the chocolate even more chocolaty. The cookies aren’t really spicy, but you can definitely tell something strange and wonderful is happening. Ingredients : ½ cup dried currants 2 tablespoons…
This is by far the best apple dessert I’ve ever tasted! The topping tastes just like an oatmeal cookie. It’s the perfect combination of crunchy, chewy cookie and buttery soft apples. Great dessert for a party or family gathering (double the recipe in a 9×13-inch baking dish) or to make just for yourself on a…
This moist cake is a perfect winter dessert when pears are in season. Change it up for other seasons using raspberries, peaches, or apples instead of the pears. Optional garnish: sift confectioners’ sugar on top and/or serve with a dollop of whipped cream. Ingredients : 1 firm pear, thinly sliced 2 tablespoons amaretto liqueur ¾…
Mouthwatering, and especially delicious when served with homemade ravioli and sauce on the side. This chicken comes out juicy every time. Excellent as a leftover. Ingredients : 2 (2 to 3 pound) whole chickens, cut into pieces 3 cups all-purpose flour 5 tablespoons seasoned salt 3 tablespoons garlic powder salt and pepper to taste 4…
If you love double-crust white pizza, this sandwich will satisfy your craving without making a whole pizza or ordering out. Great served with a side of marinara sauce for dipping and wonderful with a hearty salad. Ingredients : 2 tablespoons butter, softened, divided ¼ small sweet onion, thinly sliced 1 teaspoon crushed rosemary ⅛ teaspoon…
Easily doubled for a potluck, cottage cheese and sour cream are the unique elements to this macaroni and cheese recipe. Very rich and creamy. If you are looking for a great mac & cheese recipe this is the one. Ingredients : 1 (8 ounce) package elbow macaroni 1 (8 ounce) package shredded sharp Cheddar cheese…
A hearty, savory slow cooker stew with potatoes, carrots, celery, broth, herbs and spices. You won’t be slow to say ‘yum’! Ingredients : 2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch pieces ¼ cup all-purpose flour ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon ground black pepper 1 clove garlic, minced 1 bay leaf 1 teaspoon paprika 1…
This authentic spaghetti and meatballs recipe is made with fresh oregano and parsley. Because the meatballs are cooked in the sauce, they are tender and savory. Ingredients : 3 tablespoons olive oil ¾ cup chopped onion 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 (16 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes 3 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste 1 cup water…
Easy recipe for making a classic goulash. Can also be done in a slow cooker. Inspired by Paula Deen’s Bobby’s Goulash. Ingredients : 2 pounds lean ground beef 2 large yellow onions, chopped 3 cloves garlic, chopped 3 cups water 2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce 2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes 3 tablespoons soy…
This dinner is quick and easy but tastes gourmet! Ready in 25 minutes. No, of course you’re not going to make your own ravioli. Just pick up a bag of frozen and a couple of other ingredients from the dairy case, and you’ll be feasting on this warm and creamy dish in mere minutes. Ingredients…
Sprinkle chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder and seasoning salt – then sautee and enjoy. Couldn’t be easier! Great recipe for quick and easy meal, even for the pickiest eater! Ready in 20 minutes, Highly recommended for the busy mom/dad! What’s better than a fast, easy to cook nutritious meal that the whole family…
This is my all-time favorite kick-back recipe on a Sunday night. Ready in 25 minutes. This one’s so easy, you won’t even need a recipe after the first time you make it. Ingredients : 2 cups broccoli 1 tablespoon salt 1 pound fettuccine pasta 1 (16 ounce) jar four-cheese Alfredo sauce (such as Classico®) 2…
I received this recipe from a friend of mine and have used this for years. My family requests this one often. It’s a light meal that everyone will enjoy. Serve with steamed rice. Ingredients : ¼ cup honey 2 tablespoons soy sauce ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil 2 breast half, bone…
We all need carbs in our diet even when we are trying to lose weight, so this new way of serving potatoes is a great way to stick with portion control! Check it out! Ingredients : Mashed potatoes Butter Cooked beef Cheese Parsley Green onion Garlic Or you can add any yummy ingredients you want…
Quick, easy, and tasty way to prepare pork chops inside or outside. Just skip skillet if using grill. Ingredients : ¼ cup honey 2 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard 1 tablespoon butter 1 ½ pounds center-cut boneless pork chops – 1/2-inch thick garlic powder, or to taste Directions : Mix honey and mustard together in a bowl…
This dish was created in the Lazio region (the area around Rome) in the middle of the 20th century, after World War Two. We don’t use cream, milk, garlic, onions or other strange ingredients; we use only guanciale, eggs, pecorino cheese, and lots of black pepper (carbonaro is the Italian for coal miner). This isn’t…