Sep 30
Here is a quick and easy way to have churros without having to deep fry them. Only 15 minutes to cinnamon and sugar on warm puff pastry dough. How good would these be dip in a chocolate sauce! Enjoy! 1 (17.3-oz.) pkg. frozen puff pastry sheets, thawed 1/2 C. sugar 2 tsp. ground cinnamon 1/4 …
Sep 25
These bite size appetizers take a little time to make, but I think they are worth it when you have the time. The crust is made up of butter, cream cheese and Asiago cheese, which is a great start. The filling has a wonderful combination of sweet onion, apple, balsamic vinegar, and bacon. Make sure …
Sep 17
Spicy shrimp with creamy avocado and lime juice make this appetizer delicious. Once you have marinated the shrimp, this comes together in minutes. If you do not care for cilantro, you can substitute with parsley or just leave it out. Enjoy! 1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil 1 tsp. chipotle chili powder 1 tsp. kosher …
Sep 09
This is another dish that can be prepared very quickly for a great weeknight meal, or is impressive enough to wow dinner guests. Halibut can be hard to find and pricey; I have used cod and it works just as well. Extra dry vermouth can be used in place of the white wine also. Enjoy! …
Aug 28
One of the great side dishes for summer that is great with anything grilled is macaroni salad. This dish is so simple and quick to make there is no need to buy a pre-made brand from the grocery store. Feel free to use what veggies you would like. Enjoy! 1-1/2 C. uncooked macaroni 1 Tbsp. …
Aug 24
I have made these for years using bone-in chops and a crock pot, but I like this way much better. The pork chops simmer in a sweet and savory sauce that, when thickened, is great served over rice, pasta or mashed potatoes. Enjoy! 4 boneless pork chops (3/4-in thick) 1 Tbsp. oil 1 garlic clove, …
Aug 17
You will find these stuffed avocados deliciously packed full of flavor. The salsa is enough for two whole avocados. It is also great over grilled chicken or tossed with cooked pasta. The nutritional facts on avocado, tomatoes, and garlic are so incredible that we should definitely be adding more of these foods to our diets. …
Aug 04
Grilling fruit brings out more of the fruit’s natural sweetness, and it’s quick and easy. The peaches in this recipe need to be ripe. If you use hard dry peaches, that is what you will have once they are grilled. Adding fresh, juicy peaches to ice-cold vanilla ice cream, topped with a to die for …
Jul 24
This dish is quick, simple, and very easy to double. The green chilies used have no heat to them, but if you would like a little spice, swap the Monterey Jack cheese out for Pepper Jack. Feel free to use any mustard you would like, and deglazing the pan with white wine before adding the …
Jul 21
Celebrate summer with this velvety smooth coconut pudding topped with tropical fruit. If you want to add some crunch, add either crushed banana chips or chopped macadamia nuts. Toasted coconut would be another great topper. I have found if I make sure to whisk continually, while cooking the pudding, it eliminates the need for the …