Loaded Shepherd’s Pie This is my take on the classic Shepherd’s Pie. Loaded mashed potatoes and a surprise seasoning make the difference. I’m of Celtic background–OF COURSE I grew up eating Shepherd’s Pie. But I never really cared for it–way too bland. Yummo Then it came to me if I used loaded mashed potatoes…
French Bread
French Bread This French bread recipe is surprisingly easy to make and has an authentic bakery taste. This French bread is the most authentic recipe I ever found. The biggest surprise here is the source. French Bread Sliced That source is the 1956 edition of Betty Crocker’s cookbook. The heck you say! But I…
Shirley’s French Honey Bread
Shirley’s French Honey Bread This French honey bread is the best white, sandwich or toasting bread you’ll ever have. It’s easy too. My friend Shirley W has been making this bread recipe for years. She told me it originally came out of an old booklet of recipes that came with one of her first bread…
Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff
Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff This slow cooker beef stroganoff doesn’t rely on canned soup–and it’s “souper!” I love beef stroganoff! I’ve often made it the standard way stove top and it’s well worth it. Easy Peasy and ALL NATURAL However, I wanted to use my slow cookers more, and there are crock pot recipes…
Top 10 of 2013
Mushrooom Asiago Chicken Here’s my top 10 recipes for 2013! Not necessarily in order, although the Mushroom Asiago Chicken is certainly #1! Chosen by popularity on various sites. Mushroom Asiago Chicken Slow Cooker Teryaki Chicken Banana Split Parfait Cheesy Lasagna Rolls Roasted Rosemary Chicken & Vegetables Holiday Lasagna Slow Cooker Maple Glazed Short Ribs No…
Honey Wheat Bread
Honey Wheat Bread An easy homemade wheat bread that tastes great and is not mealy in texture! I’ve been in a bread baking frenzy ever since I got my new Pro Kitchen Aid mixer! Funny thing is, I didn’t buy it for that purpose and I have rarely made bread the “old-fashioned way” ever since…
Beefy Taco Mac Bake
Beefy Taco-Mac Bake This beefy taco casserole is made even better by making your own baked tortilla chips! Make something Mexican was the request–and I had everything mostly on hand with this. Beefy Taco-Mac Bake I’ll be upfront and say I’m not a great lover of taco seasoning because of the cumin, but when…
For Fans of Center Cut Cook–Some Shocking News
I’m sure everyone knows Ashley Wagner, aka, The Center Cut Cook. Ashley, a few other bloggers and I, run the recipe page “Amazing Recipes.” Ashley has been a friend of mine for some time now and all of us were shocked to learn last week that her husband, Ryan, who is only 29 years old,…
Slow Cooker Maple Glazed Short Ribs
Slow Cooker Maple Glazed Short Ribs Delicately flavored short ribs with a maple glaze. Easy with your slow cooker! These maple-glazed short ribs have such a wonderful flavor, thanks to the rub. Yummy beef ribs with a hint of maple I found this Taste of Inspirations rub in my local Hannaford supermarket. Since I…
Merry Christmas!
Wishing everyone a wonderful and joyous Christmas! My post that’s always scheduled for Wednesday will be postponed until Thursday due to the holiday! Have a great Christmas!