Honduran Baleadas

Description In El Salvador there are pupusas. In Mexico there are tacos. In Honduras there are Baleadas. The simple version consists of a thick flour – though sometimes corn – tortilla that has been put on a charcoal grill. It’s slathered in refried black beans and a bit of white farmers cheese then folded over … Read more

Grandma’s Pork Chops in Mushroom Gravy

Description This is my Grandma’s recipe that she gave me when I got married. Pork chops are baked then served with a rich mushroom sauce. It takes a little bit of work, but is great for a special dinner – my husband loves it! Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter 1 clove garlic, pressed 6 pork chops … Read more

Skillet Ham, Cabbage and Potatoes

Description Old fashioned one skillet meal with spiced potatoes, cabbage and ham; tasty and satisfying. Serve with green beans. Ingredients 2 tablespoons margarine 1 onion, chopped 1 small head cabbage, coarsely chopped ¼ cup water 3 large potatoes, scrubbed and sliced 1 dash seasoning salt 1 dash paprika 2 cups cubed cooked ham Instructions In … Read more

BBQ Chuck Roast

Description This is a cheap but very tasty roast dinner. Cook this on a barbeque spit. Ingredients 1 (5 pound) chuck roast 1 cup barbeque sauce 1 cup teriyaki sauce 1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle beer 3 teaspoons minced garlic 3 teaspoons thinly sliced fresh ginger root 1 onion, finely chopped 3 teaspoons … Read more

Musaka

Description I learned this from my Bulgarian mother in law though it’s probably Turkish in origin. The recipe calls for ‘chubritsa’, a Bulgarian herb that can be difficult to find in the states, so basil can be substituted in its place. Ingredients 5 tablespoons olive oil 1 pound ground beef 1 teaspoon ground paprika 1 … Read more

Loose Meat on a Bun, Restaurant Style

Description This is how they make loose meat sandwiches in the restaurants. They are always moist and savory. Ingredients 3 pounds ground beef ¼ cup minced onion 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 4 cups beef broth 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 2 teaspoons butter 12 hamburger buns, split Instructions Crumble the ground beef … Read more

Wisconsin Five-Cheese Bake

Description A savory twist on traditional macaroni and cheese made with multiple cheeses for layers of cheese flavor in every bite. Ingredients 1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 cup shredded provolone cheese ½ cup ricotta cheese ½ cup sour … Read more

Michele’s Ground Beef Casserole

Description This is an adaptation to a recipe I found here on Allrecipes.com. My husband loves it and said it’s a keeper! Ingredients 1 pound ground beef ½ pound bulk hot Italian sausage 1 onion, chopped 1 bell pepper, chopped 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon dried oregano ⅛ teaspoon ground black … Read more

Smoked Gouda Mac and Cheese

Description This is a marvelously smooth mac and cheese with a bit of a bite. My family loves this. I got the idea from a recipe made on a popular cooking show, and adapted it to my own recipe and tastes. Delicious contrast if served with a ‘sweet’ main dish. Ingredients 1 (16 ounce) package … Read more

Easy Oven-Fried Pork Chops

Description Like all Southerners, we love our pork! Ingredients cooking spray 3 tablespoons soy sauce 1 medium egg 1 tablespoon water ½ teaspoon garlic powder 1 pinch ground ginger 1 cup bread crumbs 4 pork chops Instructions Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray … Read more