Chewy Granola Bars

Description Extra chewy granola bars. You can make them your own by picking different ingredients to add in! Try using any combination of miniature chocolate chips, sunflower seeds, raisins, chopped dried fruits, candy-coated chocolate pieces, chopped nuts, etc. Ingredients 4 ½ cups rolled oats 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon vanilla extract … Read more

Restaurant Style Chicken Nachos

Description This delicious and easy to prepare recipe is sure to be a big hit! Hearty enough for a meal. The key is the meat filling — it also makes a great filling for tacos and quesadillas. This recipe can be modified to meet your own taste. I recommend serving with sour cream and guacamole. … Read more

Marinated Veggies

Description A healthy way to grill veggies! Makes a great sandwich too! Ingredients ½ cup thickly sliced zucchini ½ cup sliced red bell pepper ½ cup sliced yellow bell pepper ½ cup sliced yellow squash ½ cup sliced red onion 16 large fresh button mushrooms 16 cherry tomatoes ½ cup olive oil ½ cup soy … Read more

D’s Famous Salsa

Description This is a Texas recipe I’ve developed and refined over many years. It’s very fast, easy, and I usually have everything on hand. I often give it as gifts to my family back East. Ingredients 2 (14.5 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes ½ onion, finely diced 1 teaspoon minced garlic ½ lime, juiced 1 teaspoon … Read more

Mexican Ceviche

Description This is Authentic Mexican Ceviche, I’ve had it several times in Mexico, and also have learned to cook Mexican food for my husband. Every time I make this it’s a hit. Ingredients 5 large lemons, juiced 1 pound jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro, or to taste tomato and clam … Read more

Thai Chicken Spring Rolls

Description This Vietnamese dish is adapted with Thai flavors. These spring rolls make an excellent appetizer or light entree. Colorful, crunchy vegetables contrast nicely with the soft, translucent wrapper. Ingredients 1 cup peanut sauce 1 (1 1/2 inch) piece fresh ginger root, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon soy sauce 1 pound skinless, boneless … Read more

Strawberry Cream Cheese Spread

Description This is a delicious strawberry spread for bagels. It sure beats store bought spread! Ingredients 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened 2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled Instructions In a blender or food processor combine the cream cheese confectioners’ sugar and strawberries. Pulse until smooth and well blended. Use immediately … Read more

Toasted Garlic Bread

Description Quick and scrumptious garlic bread that will complement any Italian meal. Melted mozzarella is optional, but delicious! Ingredients 1 (1 pound) loaf Italian bread 5 tablespoons butter, softened 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil 3 cloves garlic, crushed 1 teaspoon dried oregano salt and pepper to taste 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Instructions Set … Read more

Deep Fried Oysters

Description This is a very simple recipe for fried oysters. You can use the same recipe for shrimp and scallops too. Ingredients 2 quarts vegetable oil for deep frying ½ cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon ground black pepper 12 ounces shucked oysters, drained 2 eggs, lightly beaten ¾ cup fine bread crumbs … Read more