Baked Hot Dogs in the Oven

  Ingredients: 1/2 cup chopped onion1 tablespoon butter1/2 teaspoon black pepper1 teaspoon prepared mustard1 teaspoon paprika1/2 cup ketchup1/4 cup vinegar1/2 cup water4 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce12 hot dogs Instructions: Sauté onion in butter until translucent. Add black pepper, paprika, mustard, ketchup, vinegar, water, and Worcestershire sauce, then bring to a boil. Cut 3-inch slits in each … Read more

French Onion Meatloaf

Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds ground beef1 cup breadcrumbs1/2 cup milk2 large onions, thinly sliced2 cloves garlic, minced1 egg, beaten2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon black pepper2 tablespoons butter1/4 cup beef broth1 cup shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese Instructions:     see continuation on next page    

NOTHING BEATS A GOOD LASAGNA AFTER A LONG DAY OF WORK 

Ingredients For the Meat Sauce:• 1 pound ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)• 1 small onion, finely chopped• 3 cloves garlic, minced• 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes• 2 tablespoons tomato paste• 1 can (14 ounces) tomato sauce• 1 teaspoon sugar• 1 teaspoon dried basil• 1 teaspoon dried oregano• Salt and pepper … Read more

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