I saw this Pear Oven Pancake in a magzine, and through it was worth a try! It took minutes to prepare, and of course filled the house with a fantastic aroma. It puffed up like a balloon, and then returned to a "pancake" look after it cooled down. Slice and serve. Yum! Steve and I both really enjoyed this...both for breakfast, and later as an afternoon … [Read more...]
Balsamic Chicken with Onions
Pour some of the juices from the pan over the chicken after you serve it on each plate. And YUM! Balsamic Chicken with Onions Juicy chicken for the perfect dinner! 1/4 cup olive oil1/4 cup balsamic vinegar Salt and pepper, to taste3 medium or 4 small boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.3 pounds )1 yellow onion, sliced1 cup white rice2 large … [Read more...]
Almond Vanilla French Toast
This was one of those dinners that, well, evolved, as I was working on it. I had all intentions of just making your basic french toast. But then I opened the baking cabinet to add a touch of vanilla to the eggs and milk. And the bag of almonds practically fell off the shelf. And nothing goes better with vanilla than almonds. So...I ground them up, added them to the eggs/milk … [Read more...]
Chuckwagon Chili
I actually made this before the baby was born. And of course, froze the extras. Because there were lots of extras. And we are eating those leftovers tonight! Chuckwagon Chili Simple and full of flavor! 1 cup dried red kidney beans 1.5 lb. ground beef 1 onion, chopped15 oz can diced tomatoes 6 oz can tomato paste1 Tbsp garlic powder3 Tbsp chili powder 2 tsp … [Read more...]
Spicy Pasta Puttanesque
Spicy Pasta Puttanesque Level up your next pasta night with this spicy puttanesca sauce! 1 Tbsp olive oil2 tsp minced garlic28 oz. can diced tomato1/2 tsp dried basil1/2 tsp dried oregano1/2 tsp crushed red pepper1/2 tsp onion powderSalt and pepper (to taste)1 cup green or kalamata olives3 Tbsp capers (drained and rinsed)1/4 cup dry white wine12 oz. box small … [Read more...]
Sweet Potato Oven Fries
Looking for another great way to use up those UBER CHEAP sweet potatoes?!? This is a great week to buy sweet potatoes, as many stores have them priced as low as $.25/lb!!! You can also cook, mash and freeze them for use in future meals! If you've had your share of sweet potato pie or casserole, then give these a try with the extras! Would be delicious with a BBQ Turkey … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving Leftovers Recipe Round-Up
Here are a few leftovers recipes that I shared in a local news segment last year... This year, I thought I'd share some Thanksgiving leftovers recipes from friends around the blogosphere! Thanksgiving Leftover Casserole Thanks Stephanie! Day-After-Thanksgiving Turkey Carcass Soup Thanks Ann! Easy Turkey Pot Pie Thanks Lynn! Turkey and Tortellini Soup Thanks … [Read more...]
Turkey & Cranberry Encore Salad
Looking for another great way to use up your leftover turkey? Honestly, I wouldn't have thought to do turkey on salad. Not sure why...because I love chicken on salads! And cranberries and walnuts on salad is a sure favorite of mine. So combine them all together, and it's sure to be a winner! I typically think of heavy casseroles and dishes for turkey … [Read more...]
Almond Pecan Pie
Looking for a new and different twist on your favorite traditional pecan pie??? Tossing in some sliced almonds will give your pie a new flavor and texture! Be on the lookout for sales on pecans, almonds and walnuts around the holidays...grab a few extra bags to carry you in to the new year!!! This is a must. try. pie! How to Make Almond Pecan Pie Preheat oven to … [Read more...]
Maple Roasted Butternut Squash
I have really enjoyed experimenting with butternut squash recipes this year! This one is a keeper! A fantabulous side dish! How to Make Maple Roasted Butternut Squash Chop off the stem and bottom of the squash. Using a vegetable peeler, peel off remaining skin. Cut the squash in half crosswise just above where it gets larger, or where the seeds live. … [Read more...]