homemade Pasta Fagioli

homemade Pasta Fagioli

Ingredients 1/2 cup celery, onion, carrots (diced small) 1/2 cup olive oil 3tbs fresh garlic grated 8basil leaves (Finley chopped) Salt and pepper to taste 1 cup plain tomato sauce 4 cans chic peas (drain and rinse) 1 can white kidney beans (drained and rinsed) 1/2 cup tubbettini pasta 2 cups Baby Spinach (optional) In … Read more

CLASSIC CHOCOLATE CAKE

CLASSIC CHOCOLATE CAKE

The Best Classic Chocolate Cake Recipe – A one bowl chocolate cake recipe that is quick, easy, and delicious! Updated with gluten-free, dairy-free, and egg-free options! The best chocolate cake recipe. Ever? There are plenty of claims for the best chocolate cake recipe. I get that. But with one bite of this decadent, moist chocolate … Read more

Pork Chops with Scalloped Potatoes

Pork Chops with Scalloped Potatoes

“Embark on a culinary journey with our delectable Pork Chops with Scalloped Potatoes! This savory masterpiece combines succulent pork chops with layers of creamy, thinly sliced potatoes, all bathed in a rich and flavorful sauce. Picture tender pork chops, seared to perfection, resting atop a bed of golden, cheesy potatoes that melt in your mouth … Read more

CAJUN SHRIMP IN FOIL

CAJUN SHRIMP IN FOIL

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon Cajun or Creole seasoning 24 (1 pound) cleaned large shrimp 1 1/2 cups corn kernels 1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves 1/4 cup dry white wine, such as Pinot Grigio 3 ounces fully cooked Turkey/Chicken Andouille sausage (Applegate), very thinly sliced 1 medium zucchini (8 … Read more

SCALLOP POTATO and GROUND BEEF CASSEROLE

SCALLOP POTATO and GROUND BEEF CASSEROLE

INGREDIENTS:1 1/2 lbs ground beef (or use bulk Italian sausage meat, can increase the ground beef slightly)1 medium onion, chopped1 small green bell pepper, seeded and chopped (optional)4 garlic cloves, finely chopped (or to taste)1/2 teaspoon dried chili pepper flakes (adjust to taste) (optional)1 teaspoon seasoning salt (or to taste) or 1/2 teaspoon white salt … Read more

Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole

Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole

INGREDIENTS 2 (9-ounce) packages breakfast sausage links 1 pound bacon 1 (32-ounce) package tater tots 12 large eggs 1/2 cup milk 1/4 cup green onions thinly sliced 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 cup Monterey jack cheese, shredded 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded~divided 2 tablespoons green onions, thinly sliced INSTRUCTIONS Preheat oven to … Read more

Best Ever Chicken Salad

Best Ever Chicken Salad

* Ingredients 3 – 4 pounds of chicken parts (bones inward, skin on thighs and chest work well) ° 2 tablespoons of high-quality olive oil 1 cup of seedless grapes, cut in half (the red and green varieties are great) ° 1 cup finely chopped almonds (optional) 1 celery stalk, sliced 4 pieces of green … Read more

Mexican Taco Lasagna

Mexican Taco Lasagna

This Mexican Taco Lasagna is packed full of all the flavors you love about tacos, but in a lasagna form that makes it perfect for feeding a crowd. The best part? It can all be made ahead of time, so you can simply pop it in the oven when you’re ready to eat. Mexican Taco … Read more

BACON CHEESE BURGER TWICE BAKED IDAHO POTATOES

BACON CHEESE BURGER TWICE BAKED IDAHO POTATOES

INGREDIENTS 4 Idaho Baking Potatoes ½ cup melted butter 1 cup sour cream 1 ⅓ cup shredded Colby-Jack Cheese, divided use ½ teaspoon kosher salt ½ teaspoon granulated garlic ¼ teaspoon fresh ground pepper 1 pound cooked ground beef (I seasoned mine with ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon garlic) ½ cup barbecue sauce 6 slices … Read more