HUGE POT of Chilli At Home

  Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef (or turkey/chicken for variation)2 cans of beans (pinto, black, kidney, or white beans, your choice!)2 tablespoons olive oil1 cup chopped bell peppers (vary colors for a vibrant presentation)1/2 cup chopped onions (diced finely for those who prefer milder taste)2 jalapeno peppers, finely chopped (adjust amount based on desired heat … Read more

Pickled Beets

  Ingredients 8 medium fresh beets1 cup vinegar1/2 cup sugar1-1/2 teaspoons whole cloves1-1/2 teaspoons whole allspice1/2 teaspoon salt   Directions Scrub beets and trim tops to 1 in. Place in a Dutch oven; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 25-30 minutes or until tender. Remove from water; cool. Peel … Read more

Lazy Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

  Ingredients: 1 stick of butter2 eggs1 yellow cake mix1 bag of semi-sweet chocolate chips   Instructions: 1. Melt butter in bowl2. Whisk together with eggs3. Stir in cake mix4. Mix in chocolate chips5. Press into greased pan6. Bake at 350– 9×13 for 20 min, smaller pans 25-28 min. Enjoy 

Old Fashioned Stuffed Cabbage Rolls

For as long as I can remember, Nan was known in our family for her stuffed cabbage rolls. In fact, she learned how to make them from my grandfather (pop) when he was a young man working and living in Toronto with his friend’s family, who was Polish. When I tried to get Nan’s recipe, … Read more

Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Cake

This Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Cake is extra lemony thanks to the lemon juice, zest, and extract in the batter and frosting. The fresh blueberries and lemon cream cheese frosting make this the best summer cake recipe I’ve ever made!   Prep Time: 60 minutes Cook Time: 80 minutes   Ingredients: Blueberry Cheesecake:   ¾ cup fresh … Read more

LOADED CHICKEN AND POTATOES

Loaded Chicken and Potatoes Casserole was a huge success at my house! Everyone in my house loved it and had seconds even one of them wanted thirds. This one dish meal is packed full of savory taste. While cooking in the oven the aroma that filled the house had all of our mouths watering and … Read more

7 Ways to Preserve Tomatoes

Summer is the height of tomato season. It’s the best time to enjoy a big juicy slice of tomato on your sandwich, or a fresh Caprese salad with tangy balsamic vinaigrette. But what about eating tomatoes the rest of the year?   Summer is the time to stock up on these red beauties and preserve … Read more

Fully loaded baked potato salad

For this recipe, you have to tell yourself that I probably didn’t “revolutionize cooking” and wouldn’t oppose you. However, the best things are the simplest things but often least thought of! And I find that the combination of salad and roast potatoes is a real revolution in itself! It’s also an economical and vegetarian recipe. … Read more

Berry Banana Split Recipe

This refreshing dessert is perfect for summer weather. Don’t like blueberries? Replace it with raspberries or strawberries! A twist on banana slices that are packed with nutrients and added flavor! Ingredients :   Banana 1/4 cup grapes 1/4 cup of blueberries 1/4 cup fat-free yogurt, fat-free Greek yogurt, or sugar-free/fat-free ° flavored yogurt   Berry … Read more