Bow Tie Pasta with Broccoli, Garlic, and Lemon

Description Pasta tossed with a garlic & lemon sauce. So simple, yet so delicious. Ingredients ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice ½ teaspoon salt ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper 1 (8 ounce) package farfalle (bow tie) pasta 1 head broccoli, cut into florets ¼ cup grated … Read more

Pork Chop and Rice Casserole

Description This simple recipe was handed down to me from my grandmother. She was a fabulous cook that could master elaborate dishes, but she also taught me how to make some easy and delicious meals. Slow baking makes this a ‘fall of the bone’ dish with even tougher cuts of pork! Ingredients 2 tablespoons vegetable … Read more

Old-Fashioned Chicken and Noodles

Description This was a Sunday favorite when I was growing up. Sometimes my mother dipped the chicken in seasoned flour after boiling and fried it. Ingredients 1 (2 to 3 pound) whole chicken, cut into pieces 4 stalks celery, diced celery tops 1 carrot, shredded 1 onion, halved – unpeeled ground black pepper to taste … Read more

Dad’s Cheesy Bacon Wrapped Meat Loaf

Description This is a recipe my dad has been making for years. Great for the cheese and bacon lover– it’s a huge hit with crowds, even kids! And it’s a great comfort food! Ingredients 2 pounds ground beef 2 eggs 2 tablespoons ketchup 1 cup dry bread crumbs 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese 1 teaspoon garlic … Read more

Thai Chicken Larb

Description Found this through Carnie Wilson, she calls it chicken larbito, although in Thai restaurants it’s just called larb. Delicious! Enjoy on lettuce wraps or pieces of a cabbage wedge! Ingredients 1 pound ground chicken (preferably white meat) 1 red onion, halved and thinly sliced ¼ cup sliced scallions (mostly white parts) 1 lime, juiced … Read more

A Minnesotan’s Beef and Macaroni Hotdish

Description My grandpa’s recipe. Old-school and traditional Minnesota staple. Ingredients 1 pound ground beef 2 cups elbow macaroni ½ large green bell pepper, coarsely chopped ½ large onion, chopped 1 (16 ounce) can tomato sauce 1 pound tomatoes, coarsely chopped 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon soy sauce 1 teaspoon salt ¾ teaspoon dried basil … Read more

Mike’s Favorite Grilled Cheese

Description A good way to make a grilled cheese sandwich in a nonstick pan. Ingredients 2 slices bread 2 tablespoons butter, divided 2 slices processed American cheese Prep Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 5 mins Total Time: 10 mins Servings: 1

Rotini Pasta Bake

Description My mother combined these ingredients to make a wonderful and convenient meal. To complete the meal serve with breadsticks and steamed asparagus. Ingredients 1 (16 ounce) package rotini pasta ½ pound lean ground beef 1 teaspoon diced onion 1 teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper 1 (28 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce 3 cups … Read more

Air Fryer Crab Rangoon

Description Super crispy exterior with warm and fluffy pillow centers is what you’ll get with this air fryer crab rangoon recipe. Serve with sweet chili sauce for dipping, if desired. Ingredients 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened 4 ounces lump crab meat 2 tablespoons chopped scallions 1 teaspoon soy sauce 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce … Read more

The Real Reuben

Description Dark pumpernickel rye, heaped corned beef, drained sauerkraut and imported Swiss cheese make this sandwich something special. Ingredients 2 slices dark rye bread ¼ pound thinly sliced corned beef 3 ounces sauerkraut, drained 2 slices Swiss cheese ¼ cup thousand island dressing Instructions Place bread on baking sheet or broiling pan. Layer corned beef … Read more