Shrimp Mac and Cheese

Description This macaroni and cheese takes on a subtle coastal flair with the addition of shrimp. I used cooked salad shrimp as I found the size comparable to the elbow macaroni. Ingredients ½ cup elbow macaroni 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour ¾ cup 1% milk ½ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese 1 ½ … Read more

Awesome Red Wine Pot Roast

Description I call this my ‘famous Seamus’ pot roast because my tiny Siamese cat, Seamus, sat in the kitchen the entire time this pot roast was cooking. I’ve been making this recipe for 40+ years and I just throw the ingredients together; it’s very forgiving. My son-in-law also says it’s the best thing he ever … Read more

Shearers’ Mince and Potato Hot Pot

Description This is a very filling Australian outback recipe that is often made for the shearers. Ingredients 5 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 pound ground beef 1 onion, chopped 1 tablespoon tomato sauce 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce salt and pepper to taste ¼ cup butter ¼ cup all-purpose flour … Read more

Easy Corned Beef and Cabbage

Description This corned beef and cabbage recipe is quick and easy. A no-fuss meal, that’s great for St. Patrick’s Day or a weeknight family dinner. Ingredients 1 onion, cut into wedges 4 potatoes, peeled and quartered 1 pound carrots, cut into large chunks 3 cups water 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 bay leaf 2 tablespoons … Read more

Fried Rice with Ham

Description This is a great recipe that your family will love and is easy to make. Cook the rice a day ahead or buy some from a local Asian restaurant. The quality of the ham used makes a big difference in the recipe results. Ingredients 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 4 green onions, chopped 1 cup … Read more

Healthier Brown Sugar Meatloaf

Description This is an easy tasty meatloaf made healthier with less sugar, low-fat milk, added parsley and whole wheat bread crumbs. Enjoy! Ingredients 3 tablespoons packed brown sugar ½ cup ketchup 1 ½ pounds lean ground beef ¾ cup low-fat (1%) milk 2 eggs 1 ½ teaspoons salt ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper 1 small onion, chopped … Read more

Roasted Cherry Tomatoes with Angel Hair

Description This is something I threw together one day when I was faced with an abundance of fresh cherry tomatoes and basil from my garden. Delish! Ingredients 1 (10 ounce) basket cherry tomatoes, halved 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon minced garlic salt and ground black pepper to taste 4 ounces angel hair pasta 3 … Read more

Instant Pot® Honey-Mustard Salmon from Frozen

Description Frozen salmon fillets are so economical, but I often forget to defrost them! This recipe calls for adding frozen salmon fillets directly to your Instant Pot® for a perfectly cooked fillet in mere minutes. I finish the salmon under the broiler for just 2 minutes with a honey-mustard glaze on top. Delicious! Ingredients 2 … Read more