Authentic Mole Sauce

Description Hot chiles and rich chocolate make this authentic mole sauce perfect for topping stewed meats or enchiladas. Ingredients 2 cups chicken broth 2 dried guajillo chiles, stemmed and seeded 2 dried ancho chiles, stemmed and seeded 3 dried chipotle chiles, stemmed and seeded 1 dinner roll, torn into pieces 2 corn tortillas, cut into … Read more

Loaded Bacon, Cheddar, and Ranch Potatoes

Description Best potatoes you will ever make, guaranteed! This recipe feeds a lot of people. I took it to a potluck and the pan came home licked clean, literally! People were going back for seconds and thirds and disappointed when it was all gone. This is a totally addictive potato recipe, you just can’t stop … Read more

Tzatziki Sauce

Description Easy dressing for gyros or Greek salad. Also makes a nice dipping sauce for Veggies. HINT: Tastes best when chilled for at least 1 hour after preparation. Ingredients 2 (8 ounce) containers plain yogurt 2 cucumbers – peeled, seeded and diced 2 tablespoons olive oil ½ lemon, juiced salt and pepper to taste 1 … Read more

Italian Spaghetti Sauce with Meatballs

Description This is a recipe I got from my mother years ago — it’s great. Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef 1 cup fresh bread crumbs 1 tablespoon dried parsley 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder 1 egg, beaten ¾ cup chopped onion 5 cloves garlic, minced … Read more

Asian Coconut Rice

Description I tried so many different ways to duplicate my favorite restaurant’s coconut rice after they went out of business. This one is perfect! Garnish with toasted coconut and chopped cilantro if you like. Ingredients 1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk 1 ¼ cups water 1 teaspoon sugar 1 pinch salt 1 ½ cups uncooked jasmine rice … Read more

Perfect Baked Potato

Description This baked potato has a crisp, golden skin, and is light and fluffy on the inside. Great comfort food! Ingredients 1 medium baking potato 1 teaspoon olive oil ½ teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons butter 1 pinch freshly ground black pepper ¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese Instructions Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 … Read more

Easy Roasted Broccoli

Description Easy roasted broccoli. My favorite part is the roasted sliced stem pieces. Ingredients 14 ounces broccoli 1 tablespoon olive oil salt and ground black pepper to taste Instructions Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Cut broccoli florets from the stalk. Peel the stalk and slice into 1/4-inch slices. Mix florets … Read more

Lisa’s Favorite Carne Asada Marinade

Description I’ve tried many marinade recipes for carne asada, and this is our family favorite! Ingredients ¾ cup orange juice ½ cup lemon juice ⅓ cup lime juice 4 cloves garlic, minced ½ cup soy sauce 1 teaspoon finely chopped canned chipotle pepper 1 tablespoon chili powder 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1 tablespoon paprika 1 … Read more

Our Favorite Balsamic Vinaigrette

Description This vinaigrette does not separate for at least 30 minutes once you shake it! Simple, sweet, and savory. Ingredients ½ cup olive oil ¼ cup balsamic vinegar 1 teaspoon honey 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 shallot, minced 1 clove garlic, minced salt and ground black pepper to taste Instructions Combine olive oil balsamic vinegar … Read more