Description This rub is so simple! It’s made with the everyday spices you have in your cupboard. I rub it on everything from chicken to pork to burgers to steak. I keep it in a Ziploc® bag in the freezer. It’s always ready to go! Double or triple your ingredients so you always have it … Read more
Description The latest German import to my potato side dish collection are these soft, comforting dumplings drizzled in browned butter and topped with, sorry, not bacon, but something even better! Just try it to find out what it is. For best results, roast, don’t boil, the potatoes so they’re nice and dry. Yes, you can … Read more
Description A yummy and easy side for hot summer days! Goes great with your grilled dishes or just to munch on. This recipe will last several days when covered in an airtight container and refrigerated. Ingredients 6 ears freshly shucked corn 1 green pepper, diced 2 Roma (plum) tomatoes, diced ¼ cup diced red onion … Read more
Description A simple pizza sauce used by many pizzerias. The thickness of the sauce is regulated by the amount of water used; it should be somewhat viscous. Ingredients 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste 1 ½ cups water ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced salt to taste ground black pepper to taste … Read more
Description A quick way to make crispy home fries. Great for breakfast or as a side dish. Potatoes may be shredded and cooked in the same manner for crispy hash browns. Ingredients 3 medium russet potatoes, cubed 3 tablespoons butter or margarine salt and pepper to taste Instructions Rinse potato cubes with cold water and … Read more
Description Make an easy homemade gravy out of chicken stock, heavy cream, butter, and flour. Ingredients ½ cup unsalted butter ½ cup all-purpose flour 1 quart cold chicken stock ⅓ cup heavy cream salt and ground white pepper to taste 1 pinch cayenne pepper Instructions Melt butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Gradually whisk … Read more
Description I learned to make white sauce in Home Ec too many years ago to count. It can be used as a base for lots of dishes. I use it for macaroni and cheese for my granddaughter. Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 cup milk Instructions Melt butter in a small saucepan … Read more
Description This ketchup does come close to those name brands in terms of taste, texture and color. I’ve never had a tomato paste-based ketchup that I liked, so I decided to cook down crushed tomatoes instead. By using the slow cooker, we take most of the labor out of the process. Ingredients 2 (28 ounce) … Read more
Description This is an awesome blend of mustard with a wonderful hint of honey. Ingredients ½ cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons honey ½ tablespoon lemon juice Instructions Mix mayonnaise honey mustards and lemon juice together in a bowl. Cover and chill in the refrigerator overnight. Prep Time: … Read more
Description No bells and whistles with this one, just delicious sprouts with crispy brown edges and soft insides. I’ve got a 10-quart fryer so if the sprouts look crowded in your basket, make two batches. Just place in a 170 degree F oven to keep warm. Ingredients 1 ½ pounds Brussels sprouts 2 tablespoons olive oil … Read more