This was a throw together quick stew I created one evening. It goes together in no time. 4-5 cups water 1 tablespoon beef bouillon (or vegetable, for a vegetarian/vegan option) salt & pepper, to taste 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon (beef) bacon drippings (or use Melt or your favorite … Continue reading Beefy Lentil Stew
I was looking for a flavorful rice dish to go along with one of my favorite chicken marinades and this is what I came up with. 1 tablespoon Melt "butter" 1 cup Stock (I used chicken, but use vegetable or all water for a vegetarian/vegan recipe) 1 cup Water 3/4 cup Basamati Rice 1/4 … Continue reading Lime Rice
Bruschetta is one of my favorite appetizers; so flavorful and fresh. This is my take on the classic. Tomatoes (I used cherry/grape sized tomatoes, sliced in half), diced Garlic cloves, minced fine Salt & Pepper, to taste Balsamic Vinegar Cilantro (Basil is the standard; you could also substitute parsley), minced fine Olive Oil (use … Continue reading Bruschetta
If you have any leftover Pesto, this is a great way to use the leftovers. Leftover Pesto Pasta of your choice Vegetables of your choice (optional) Chopped Chicken (optional) Melt (optional) Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. While the pasta is cooking, chop up any vegetable you wish to add to the … Continue reading Pesto Pasta
I'm not a fan of basil, and I don't care for the regular pesto; this is the recipe I created; my own version of pesto that I do like. 2/3 cup cashews (I used roasted & salted, adjust seasonings to your taste if you use raw) 2 large cloves garlic, chopped 1 to 1 1/3 … Continue reading Julie’s Pesto & Pesto Chicken
I created this when I was trying to use up the vegetables in my fridge before they went bad; this is great dish for breakfast, a main meal, or a side dish. 4 strips Bacon, cooked crisp & crumbled; set aside (drain fat & set pan aside; you'll be using the pan to cook the … Continue reading Squashta Bacon & Eggs
One of my brothers really likes spicy foods; jalapeno poppers are one of his favorites. Here is my version for both the dip and poppers. 16 ounces non-dairy cream cheese (I used Tofutti brand) Jalapenos (about 6, minced for dip + 12 more for poppers [cored, rinsed & well-drained]) 1 cup mayonnaise (use just … Continue reading Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers & Poppers Dip
