Peanut Butter and Banana Dog Biscuits

Description A yummy dog treat especially for holidays. Ingredients 1 egg ⅓ cup peanut butter ½ cup mashed banana 1 tablespoon honey 1 cup whole wheat flour ½ cup wheat germ 1 egg white, lightly beaten, for brushing Instructions Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking sheet. Stir together … Read more

Air Fryer Roasted Chestnuts

Description I don’t have a fireplace to roast my chestnuts, so I grabbed my air fryer. Using the air fryer and water is a perfect solution. Use them in any dish calling for cooked chestnuts, or eat them as is with a mug of vin chaud for a truly autumnal experience. Ingredients 1 pound chestnuts … Read more

Yummy Korean Glass Noodles (Jap Chae)

Description After lots of trial and error, I have managed to recreate one of my favorite appetizer dishes served at a Korean restaurant. While this is not the traditional Jap Chae that includes meats and vegetables, this one is sweet and delightful. Great served as an appetizer or a side dish to chicken and meat! … Read more

Steak on a Stick

Description A quick and easy, very tasty version of the teriyaki steak-on-a-stick that you get from a Chinese restaurant. It’s great as an appetizer or even as finger food at a football watching party! I also use it for just plain old regular steaks to grill! Either way, it’s awesome! My uncle came up with … Read more

Home Made Farmer’s Cheese

Description My Polish friend’s mother gave me this recipe years ago. She has been making this cheese forever in her house and also ate it while growing up in Poland. This is an easy home made farmer’s cheese. It doesn’t age well, so be sure you eat it within a week after it’s made – … Read more

Homemade Buttermilk

Description When you need a buttermilk substitute for a recipe, you can make your own. I use this when making my Irish soda bread. Ingredients 1 cup milk 1 tablespoon lemon juice Instructions Pour milk into a bowl; add lemon juice and stir to combine. Let sit for 5 minutes. Use immediately. Prep Time: 5 … Read more

Beer-Braised Pork Chops

Description This is a quick and easy recipe that results in tender and flavorful pork chops. Ingredients 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour ½ teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 4 boneless pork chops, 1/2-inch thick 1 tablespoon butter 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 cup beer 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 2 tablespoons stone ground mustard … Read more

Pepperoncini Beef

Description Roast beef cooked in a slow cooker with garlic and pepperoncini makes a delicious and simple filling for gyro sandwiches. Serve on hoagie rolls with provolone or mozzarella cheese, and your choice of condiments. Ingredients 1 (3 pound) beef chuck roast 4 cloves garlic, sliced 1 (16 ounce) jar pepperoncini 8 hoagie rolls, split … Read more