Note: Makes 1.5 lb. loaf with about 12 slices. INGREDIENTS: INSTRUCTIONS:
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Cacio e Pepe – Cheese and Pepper Pasta
NOTES: From Joanna Gaines’ cookbook. Use good, high-end cheese. They make a difference here. Makes 4 servings INGREDIENTS: 8 oz. bucatini pasta 3 Tablespoons unsalted butter 1 1/4 teaspoons freshly cracked black pepper, plus more for garnish 3 oz. Parmesan cheese (grated) plus more for garnish (about 3/4 cup) 3 oz. pecorino cheese (shredded) plus… Continue reading Cacio e Pepe – Cheese and Pepper Pasta
Beef Stew For Glass Top Ranges
Notes: This is an updated procedure for making Beef Stew. It is still excellent but this process is much easier than trying to heat a large dutch oven or Le Creuset style pot on the glass cooktop. I have an induction top and it is very hard to control the heat with cast iron pots.… Continue reading Beef Stew For Glass Top Ranges
Jalapeño Popper Dip – Kaitlyn’s
NOTES: This recipe contains a lot of dairy so it is hard to make it overly spicy. You can add chili powder to increase spiciness. You can also add parmesan cheese to complement the umami of the bacon bits. INGREDIENTS: 1/2 small jar of diced pickled jalapeños (taste prior to half jar could be spicy) 8oz cream… Continue reading Jalapeño Popper Dip – Kaitlyn’s
Southwest Chicken Marinade – Danielle’s
INGREDIENTS: 1/4 cup oil 1 lime zest and juice 2 teaspoons chili powder 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon oregano 1 teaspoon minced garlic or garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Seasoned Pretzels and Beer Cheese Dip – Maddy’s
NOTE: I stole this from Rick who stole it from Maddy. It is published without permission. I am not sorry! It is excellent! This recipe requires two packets of ranch seasoning mix. One for the pretzels and one for the beer cheese. PRETZEL INGREDIENTS: PRETZEL INSTRUCTIONS: CHEESE DIP INGREDIENTS: CHEESE DIP INSTRUCTIONS:
Enchilada Stuffed Shells – Danielle
NOTE: If you shred your own cheese, it will melt easier than pre-shredded cheese but this is not required for this recipe. INGREDIENTS 1 box of jumbo pasta shells 2 pounds hamburger 16 oz (2 small cans) refried beans 8 oz. shredded colby jack cheese 8 oz. shredded pepperjack cheese 56 oz (2 large cans)… Continue reading Enchilada Stuffed Shells – Danielle
Smoked Queso
INGREDIENTS: 32 oz. Kraft Original Velveeta Cheese 8 oz. Pepper Jack Cheese 8 oz. Shredded Mozzarella 1 onion (chopped) 1 Tablespoon Minced Garlic 1 10 oz. can Rotel Original Diced Tomatoes And Green Chilies 1 lb. browned breakfast sausage (or hamburger) 1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder Alternative Ingredients for a Thinner Queso:… Continue reading Smoked Queso
Chicken Thighs (Andrew’s Smoked)
INGREDIENTS: Bone-in, Skin-on chicken thighs. Honey Randy’s Chicken and Rib Rub (or your favorite) INSTRUCTIONS: Place the chicken thighs skin side down on a cutting board. Cut away any skin and fat that extends outside the meat. Use your fingers to carefully pull the skin away to form a pocket. Coat the pocket between the… Continue reading Chicken Thighs (Andrew’s Smoked)
Beef Brisket – Roaster
My mother used to make this. I updated the process to simplify it. It is easy, good and does not require a smoker. INGREDIENTS: INSTRUCTIONS: