Classic Ham Salad Ingredients: 2 cups cooked ham, finely chopped or ground 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped 1/4 cup celery, finely diced 1/4 cup onion, finely diced (optional) 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional) 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish 1 teaspoon lemon juice Salt and pepper to taste Crackers, for serving. CONTINUED ON THE … Read more
Cheesy Garlic Toast with Fresh Herbs Ingredients: 4 slices of your favorite bread (sourdough, white, or whole grain work well) 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened 1 clove garlic, minced 1 cup shredded cheese (a mix of cheddar, mozzarella, and parmesan) 1 tablespoon mayonnaise (optional, for extra creaminess) Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped, for garnish Salt … Read more
Classic Meat Lasagna Recipe Ingredients: For the Meat Sauce: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 pound ground beef (or a mixture of ground beef and Italian sausage) 1 onion, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 teaspoon dried basil 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon sugar … Read more
Pioneer Woman Sausage Gravy Ingredients: °1 pound breakfast sausage °1/3 cup all-purpose flour °4 cups whole milk °1/2 teaspoon marinade salt °1/2 teaspoon black pepper. CONTINUED ON THE NEXT PAGE
Growing up in the Midwest, grilling and BBQ have always been a part of family gatherings. This BBQ Bacon Wrapped Kielbasa is a fun and easy dish that combines the savory goodness of kielbasa with the smoky, juicy flavors of bacon, all topped off with tangy BBQ sauce. It’s perfect for those weekends when you … Read more
I had these the other day at a friend’s house, and they were so good. I realized I had been eating them wrong this entire time. As the cozy weather approaches and the fragrance of autumn fills the air, there is nothing quite like indulging in the warm and comforting flavors of baked sweet … Read more
My whole crew enjoyed it; looks like I’ll be whipping up a bigger batch next time. Fat yeast rolls are a delightful comfort food that reminds me of Sunday dinners at my grandmother’s house. This easy recipe means you can whip them up without spending an entire weekend in the kitchen. Perfect for busy weeknights … Read more
Never had these before, but it was a total hit! Saw my hubby sneak another one after finishing the first! Nestled between the golden crust of toasted bread and the sizzling allure of a perfectly seared hamburger patty lies the comforting treasure known as the Classic Patty Melt. With roots stretching back to the cozy … Read more
This bacon-wrapped chicken cordon bleu meatloaf is a comforting twist on a classic dish that has long been a favorite in Midwest kitchens. The origins of cordon bleu lie in the delightful combination of ham and cheese stuffed inside chicken, but I’ve taken this traditional idea and wrapped it all up in a homestyle meatloaf, … Read more
Maple BBQ Hasselback Kielbasa Bites are a delightful fusion of rustic Midwest flavors and the artful presentation of Hasselback cooking. These tasty bites capture the sweet and smoky essence that barbecue lovers crave, paired with the succulent, savory taste of kielbasa. Originating from traditional European sausage-making and combined with an American twist, this recipe is … Read more
