Tasty Recipes for the Home Cook
Tasty Recipes for the Home Cook
Mongolian Beef Meatballs with Pineapple have the flavor of a takeout favorite but in meatball form. Added pineapple provides a sweet freshness that contrasts nicely with the sweet and savory sauce. These meatballs are fantastic as an appetizer or as a rice bowl. Mongolian beef is a fixture in Chinese restaurants. It consists of thinly sliced and tenderized beef (usually flank) seared until crispy then …
Western Scramble Crescent Pinwheels are filled with scrambled eggs, onion, ham, roasted red peppers, and shredded cheese. They are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or snack any time of the day or night. These pinwheels are my take on the Western omelet (aka Denver omelet) in scrambled egg form, all wrapped up in the crescent dough. Since I’m not a huge fan of bell or red …
Ready to enjoy a new fabulous way to eat hot dogs? Let’s make Hot Dog Egg Rolls! They consist of hot dogs, cream cheese, and pickled jalapeños wrapped in egg roll wrappers and then deep fried until crispy and golden. They are easy to make and great for lunch or as party food! My husband and I attended a food truck festival several years back …
This Slow Cooker Pot Roast transforms tough but economical chuck roast into a fork-tender and juicy meal. It’s slow-cooked with carrots, onions, and potatoes. Seasoning packets are used to create an easy, most flavorful brown gravy. Pot roast is a homey and welcoming meal anyone can make. All you need to do is stick to a few basic rules to have a delicious mouthwatering pot …
Vanilla Bean Butter Cookies are crisp and buttery, featuring tender crumbs that melt in your mouth. Vanilla bean paste enhances the flavor and infuses dark specks throughout the cookies. Made with just a few basic ingredients, these cookies truly shine thanks to the quality of the ingredients used. No wonder butter cookies are a classic. The butteriness, the crispy edges, the tender crumb, and a …
Turkey Tater Tot Hotdish can easily be put together any night of the week. This family-friendly meal contains turkey and vegetables in a creamy sauce, cheddar cheese, and a crispy tater tots topping. Talk about comfort food! It’s a great dish to repurpose leftover turkey (and chicken, too)! With Thanksgiving only a couple of weeks away, I’m already thinking about how to utilize leftover turkey. …
This Tomato and Grilled Cheese Soup Bowl combines tomato soup and grilled cheese sandwiches in one bowl! Dig into the soupy tomato base, the garlic ciabatta croutons, and the bubbly melted cheese for pure satisfaction. Enjoy it as a starter or a main course. Tomato soup and grilled cheese are iconic American classics that bring back feelings of nostalgia and comfort for me. I have …
When an easy crowd-pleaser is needed, make Bacon Cheese Croissant Toasts. They are halved croissants topped with cheese, banana peppers, and bacon then broiled until the cheese is golden and bubbling. Serve as an appetizer, party food, and game day eats. For a tasty treat that takes a little effort, these croissant toasts fit the bill. They are the perfect finger food for any occasion: …
Apple crisp is the ultimate fall dessert. This Old-Fashioned Apple Crisp has sweetened tender apples, the warmth of cinnamon, and the crispiness of buttery crumble. It is sublime served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Apple crisp is one of my family’s favorite desserts. My daughter loves it so much that she sometimes requests it instead of a birthday cake for her birthday. There …
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