Recent Recipes

Appetizer Tortilla Pinwheels

Appetizer Tortilla Pinwheels

INGREDIENTS 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1 cup sour cream 1 can (4-1/4 ounces) chopped ripe olives 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles, well drained 1/2 cup chopped green onions Garlic powder to taste Seasoned salt to taste 5 flour tortillas (10 inches) Salsa, optional DIRECTIONS To make the cream 

Olive Garden Slow Cooker Pasta Fagioli

Olive Garden Slow Cooker Pasta Fagioli

INGREDIENTS: 1 pound extra lean ground beef, browned and drained 1 cup chopped onion 1 cup chopped carrots ½ cup chopped celery 1 can (14 to 15 ounces) diced tomatoes with juice 1 can (14 to 15 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained 1 can 

SOFT SOUR CREAM SUGAR COOKIES

SOFT SOUR CREAM SUGAR COOKIES

INGREDIENTS 1 cup (2 sticks or 230g) unsalted butter, softened 1 1/2 cups (300g) granulated sugar 2 large eggs 1 cup (240g) sour cream 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 4 cups (480g) all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt DIRECTIONS: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs 

Quick & Healthy Dinner 20 Minute Honey Garlic Shrimp

Quick & Healthy Dinner 20 Minute Honey Garlic Shrimp

INGREDIENTS: 1/3 cup honey 1/4 cup soy sauce (I use reduced sodium) 1 Tablespoon minced garlic optional: 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger 1 lb medium uncooked shrimp, peeled & deveined1 2 teaspoons olive oil optional: chopped green onion for garnish DIRECTIONS: Whisk the honey, soy 

PAULA DEEN’S FUDGE

PAULA DEEN’S FUDGE

Imagine the richness of fudge combined with the comforting flavors of a classic dessert. The 5-Minute Waffle Fudge Recipe does just that, delivering a treat that’s both indulgent and incredibly simple to make. It’s a dessert that has quickly become a family favorite, perfect for 

Million Dollar Dip

Million Dollar Dip

INGREDIENTS: 4 tablespoons cream cheese, room temperature (optional) 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise (SEE NOTE) 5 green onions, chopped 8 oz cheddar cheese, shredded 8 slices, 1/2 pound bacon cooked & crumbled or 1/2 cup real bacon bits 1/2 cup slivered almonds DIRECTIONS: Mix cream cheese and mayo together. Add remaining ingredients …

Mini Strawberry Cheesecake Bites

Mini Strawberry Cheesecake Bites

INGREDIENTS: 2 8 oz pkgs of cream cheese (softened to Room Temp) 3/4 cup of Sugar 3 (large) eggs 1 tsp Vanilla Extract 1 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed, if you can!) Dash or 2 of lemon zest (optional) Mini Nilla Wafers (REGULAR! none of 

Old Fashioned Mushroom & Swiss Cheeseburger Casserole

Old Fashioned Mushroom & Swiss Cheeseburger Casserole

The 2nd ingredient makes this truly irresistible…. What are your thoughts on a good ol’ fashioned mushroom Swiss cheese burger? You know, a nice hearty beef patty that’s topped with perfectly seasoned and sautéed mushrooms, covered by a healthy smattering of Swiss cheese. Yum, yum, 

Southern Fried Chicken Batter

Southern Fried Chicken Batter

Easy-to-prepare and super delicious, this chicken based recipe can be made at home with a couple of easily accessible ingredients. An excellent option for weeknight dinners Even though the name says Southern, trust me, you don’t have to be Southern to love this chicken batter. 

POLISH SAUSAGE, SAUERKRAUT AND POTATOES CROCKPOT

POLISH SAUSAGE, SAUERKRAUT AND POTATOES CROCKPOT

INGREDIENTS: 2 (14 ounce) cans sauerkraut, undrained (or 1 (2 pound) bag)5 or 6 potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks 1 cup water 1 pound Polish sausage, cut into chunks (could use smoked sausage) 1 teaspoon caraway seeds 1 bay leaf 1/4 teaspoon pepper