Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup

Ingredients  4–5 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced 1 lb bacon, cooked and crumbled 1 medium onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 4 cups chicken broth 1 cup heavy cream 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese ½ tsp black pepper ½ tsp paprika (optional but adds lovely color and warmth) 2–3 green onions, sliced (for garnish) Tools You’ll Need Crock pot or slow cooker (6-quart recommended) Cutting board … Read more

CHICKEN CORDON BLEU GRILLED CHEESE 

   Ingredients:   For the Sandwich: 2 slices sourdough bread (thick-cut) 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened 1/2 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded 2 slices turkey ham 2 slices Swiss cheese 1/4 cup Dijon mustard 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular) Salt and black pepper to taste 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley (optional) … Read more

The Ultimate Broccoli Rice Chicken & Cheese Casserole: Your New Family-Favorite Dinner!

This casserole uses simple, real ingredients to create a truly memorable meal. For the Casserole Base: 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (a rotisserie chicken is perfect here!) 1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked 4 cups fresh broccoli florets, chopped into bite-sized pieces 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter 1 medium yellow onion, finely … Read more

Salted Caramel Bites: The 3-Ingredient, 15-Minute Miracle That Tastes Like a Million Bucks!

1 sleeve (about 40) Salty Square Crackers (like Saltines or Club Crackers) 1 bag (11-12 oz) Semi-Sweet or Dark Chocolate Chips 1 bag (11 oz) Soft Caramel Bits (or about 36 wrapped caramels, unwrapped) The “Gourmet Upgrade” Ingredients: Flaky Sea Salt (for topping – this is non-negotiable for the full experience!) 1 tablespoon Coconut Oil or Vegetable Shortening (for a smoother, shinier chocolate coating) Optional … Read more

ONE PAN SWEET AND TANGY BARBECUE SAUSAGE RICE

 Ingredients:   1 lb beef or chicken sausage, sliced 1 cup long-grain rice 1 cup barbecue sauce (your choice of flavor) 2 cups chicken broth 1 medium onion, diced 1 bell pepper (any color), diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp paprika ½ tsp black pepper ½ tsp salt 1 cup frozen corn (optional) 2 … Read more

Classic Soft & Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ingredients: 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour1 tsp baking soda½ tsp salt¾ cup unsalted butter, softened¾ cup brown sugar½ cup granulated sugar2 large eggs2 tsp vanilla extract2 cups chocolate chips Instructions:       see continuation on next page    

Cozy Cinnamon Sore Throat Tea

Ingredients – 1 cinnamon stick (or ½ tsp ground cinnamon) – 1 cup water – 1 tbsp honey (preferably raw) – 1 tsp fresh lemon juice    Instructions     see continuation on next page    

Irresistible Blueberry Cheesecake Cookies

Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 cup unsalted butter, softened 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened 1 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed 2 large eggs 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 cup fresh blueberries (or frozen) 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional, for added flavor)   Instructions … Read more