Delicious Veggie Loaded Baked Ziti
1 lb. ziti pasta, cooked according to package directions1 lb. yellow squash, sliced into ½” thick rounds1 lb. zucchini, sliced into ½” thick rounds2 pts. Cherry tomatoes2 T. minced garlicOlive oilKosher salt/black pepper2 c. ricotta cheese½ c. grated Romano cheese1/3…
Tilapia Topped with Shrimp Relish Wrapped in Foil Packets
4 (6-8 oz.) fillets of fresh fish like Tilapia, Catfish, Speckled TroutOlive oilKosher salt, fresh black pepper½ red onion, chopped1 T. fresh thyme½ (8-oz.) container sliced baby portabella mushrooms1 dozen (of each color-red/yellow) cherry tomatoes, halved3 mini peppers (red, orange),…
Today’s Product is from LET’S BLEND!
In the upcoming weeks, will feature some new frozen veggie items I have come across. It is amazing what they have come up with. Some I did a little kicked-up version but for the most part, all were quite tasty…
Unique Cheese Tortellini and Kale Soup
3 (4-oz.) Italian sausage links, sliced1 medium Vidalia onion, finely chopped1 c. chopped fennel bulb3 T. minced garlic2 t. minced fresh thyme1 t. crushed red pepper flakesOlive oil2 (32-oz.) cartons chicken broth1 c. water4-6 c. fresh baby kale1 (15-oz.) can…
Natchitoches Meat Pies with Buttermilk Dipping Sauce
DOUGH:2 ½ c. flour2 t. salt½ c. vegetable oil½ c. waterFILLING:2 T. unsalted butter½ lb. ground beef chuck1 T. minced garlic½ c. finely chopped onion½ c. finely chopped green bell pepper1 bay leaf1 T. tomato paste½ t. red pepper¼ t…
Today’s Gadget with a Tip! How to bake a cheesecake in your Slow Cooker!
Today is a combination of a GADGET and TIP! Try cooking a CHEESECAKE IN A SLOW COOKER. There are lots of great reasons to use a slow cooker to make cheesecake. It maintains a steady even heat while steaming the…
Appealing Brunch in a Skillet
6 bacon strips6 c. frozen cubed hash brown potatoes½ c. chopped green bell pepper½ c. chopped red bell pepper½ c. chopped red onionSalt, black pepper6 large eggs½ c. shredded cheddar cheese In large skillet, cook bacon to crisp. Drain and…
Savory Fingerling Potatoes with Avocado and Smoked Salmon Appetizers
1 lb. fingerling potatoes, halved lengthwiseOlive oilSea Salt, black pepper, garlic powder1 ripe avocado, halved1 T. minced fresh dill1 T. lemon zest1 T. fresh lemon juice¼ t. salt1 (4-oz.) pkg. thinly sliced smoked salmonCrème fraiche, optionalFresh dill sprigs, garnish Preheat…
Crazy Smashed Potatoes
2 strips good quality thick-sliced bacon, diced1 lb. red potatoes, cubed1/3 c. heavy cream¼ c. butterChopped fresh chives, garnishSalt/black pepper Cook bacon in 12”cast-iron skillet until crisp.Transfer bacon to paper towel lined plate to drain.Wipe out skillet.Cook potatoes in the…