Creamsicle Orange Fluff

This is a take on the classic Creamsicle orange fluff of years gone by. As children, we all begged for this dessert. It really did taste just like an orange creamsicle, right off the ice cream truck. There are only a few ingredients needed for the dessert. However, there are a few steps that have to be … Read more

Chocolate Pecan Turtle Clusters

Anyone that knows me knows I LOVE and make The Best Chocolate Pecan Turtle Clusters. Just the combination of the pecan clusters mixed with creamy caramel and chocolate and a light sprinkling of coarse salt makes me shudder with anticipation just thinking about it! INGREDIENTS 2 1/2 cup pecan halves 1 stick butter butter 1 packed cup brown sugar … Read more

Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake

Ingredients: 1 (15 oz) box butter pecan cake mix 1 (16 oz) can coconut pecan frosting 4 large eggs 3/4 cup vegetable or canola oil 1 cup milk 1/2 cup chopped pecans. FOR THE SAUCE: 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk 1/4 cup butter Instructions:       see continuation on next page   … Read more

Russian Tea Balls

Tender and buttery, these Russian Tea Balls are delicious. They literally melt in your mouth. Filled with chopped walnuts, there is a nice crunch. The cookie itself isn’t overly sweet. Generously dusting them with powdered sugar adds just the right amount of sweetness. Some may know these as snowball cookies or Mexican wedding cookies. We agree with … Read more

Southern Sweet Potato Casserole

Ingredients 4 cups sweet potatoes, cooked and mashed 1 cup brown sugar ⅓ cup half and half ⅓ cup butter, softened 1 egg 2 teaspoons vanilla 1 ½ teaspoons salt Topping 1 cup brown sugar ⅓ cup flour 1 1/3 cup pecan pieces ½ cup butter, melted Preparation     see continuation on next page … Read more

Baked Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes

Ingredients 6 bone-in chicken thighs (skin-on, optional) 1 pound baby Dutch potatoes, halved or quartered 3-4 cups baby spinach, chopped 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste fresh parsley, optional Sauce: 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth 1/2 cup half and half 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, … Read more

Cheesy Cowboy Soup

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef 1 (16 oz.) package velveeta, cubed 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated 1 yellow onion, finely chopped 4 small potatoes, chopped 1 red bell pepper, seeds removed, diced 1 (13.25 oz.) can whole corn kernels, rinsed and drained 1 (13.25 oz.) can black beans, rinsed and drained 1 (4 … Read more

Slow Cooker Green Chili Chicken and Rice Casserole

Ingredients 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 2 teaspoons chili powder 1/2 teaspoon cumin 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1 white onion, diced 1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles 1 (19 oz) can green enchilada sauce 1 cup sour cream 2 cups … Read more

Coconut Butter Bars

Crust 2 cups flour 1 cup brown sugar, packed 1 teaspoon salt 1 cup butter (2 sticks), melted Filling 1/2 cup flour 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 3 eggs 1/4 cup butter, melted 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 teaspoon salt 3 cups sweetened shredded coconut 1 cup sweetened shredded … Read more