Instructions: Cook the pancetta/bacon. Heat a small skillet over medium-low heat; add pancetta/bacon and cook for 10-12 minutes or until crisp. Remove from the pan with a slotted spoon and place on a plate lined with paper towels to drain. Shred the brussels sprouts. Remove the tough outer leaves from the brussels sprouts. Using a […]
Stir contents of noodle seasoning packet, garlic salt, and oil until blended. Crush the noodles and place in a bowl. Add coleslaw mix and almonds. Drizzle with oil mixture and toss to coat. Serve immediately. Note: If taking to a potluck, add dressing at the site, so the noodles don’t get soggy.
World’s Easiest Italian Beef Recipe 2 to 4 pounds very lean beef roast (rolled rump/sirloin tip/top round) thawed or fresh 1 jar pepperoncini including vinegar (juice) Place beef in slow cooker with pepperoncini and all liquid in the jar. Set on high. Cover and plan to cook for at least 8 hours. Do not add […]
HOMEMADE SUET CAKE Homemade suet cakes that fit standard suet feeders can be made with molds—sandwich-size plastic freezer containers (Dollar Store). Save the store-bought plastic suet cake holders and reuse them as your molds. Be sure to coat each mold with a non-stick spray before putting in the suet mix. Recipe #1 uses empty orange […]
For Streusel Topping: 6 tablespoons cool salted butter, plus more for pan ¾ cup all-purpose flour ¼ cup rolled oats ½ cup granulated sugar pinch of salt For The Cake: 1 stick salted butter at room temp ½ cup granulated sugar 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 2 large eggs 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour 1 […]
Ingredients: 2 TBS butter 2 TBS olive oil 2 Cups onion, chopped 3 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed 2 Tsp kosher salt 2 TBS flour 28 oz can tomatoes (including juice) 2 Cups chicken or vegetable broth 2 basil sprigs (1 tsp dried basil) Directions: Heat 2 tablespoons butter and 2 tablespoons olive oil in […]
Tired of the cold and staying in the house? Plan a project! Here are a few simple crafts you can do for Valentines’ Day and a quick Valentine dessert recipe to celebrate the occasion. You can also make a simple homemade soup for two to share with a spouse or a friend—just add a sandwich for […]
Brownie Hearts Prepare brownie mix per package directions and bake as directed. Cool, then cut out hearts using a cookie cutter or a knife. Pipe on store-bought frosting or use “Writing Icing” to create chocolate “conversation hearts”. (Betty Crocker is one of the companies that makes “Writing Icing”.) from Feb 2021 Woman’s Day
Broccoli Cheddar Soup This thick, cheesy broccoli cheddar soup is proof that soup doesn’t need to be made in big batches to be good. ¼ cup chopped onion ¼ cup butter, cubed ¼ cup all-purpose flour ¼ tsp salt ¼ tsp pepper 1 ½ cups milk ¾ cup chicken broth 1 cup cooked, chopped fresh […]
Cranberry Nut Bread 2 cups sifted all-purpose flour 1 cup sugar ½ teaspoon salt 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder ½ teaspoon baking soda 1 cup chopped walnuts 1 cup whole raw cranberries 2 tablespoons vegetable oil Hot water 1 tablespoon grated orange peel ½ cup orange juice 1 egg, slightly beaten Heat oven to 325 […]