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Stuffed Cucumber Bites Appetizers

May 20, 2023 By Joe 50 Comments

Cucumber appetizers with grape tomato halves and chive garnish.

Stuffed cucumber bites appetizers are a satisfying and easy treat that everyone loves. It’s easy to mix up a batch for any kind of party. Anytime you have a party, think about an easy, tasty hors d’oeuvre that can be made quickly and will feed your many guests.  This is tasty and so easy, you…

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Filed Under: Appetizers, Vegetarian

Saucy and Savory: Easy Russian Dressing Recipe

April 28, 2023 By Joe 4 Comments

Overhead view of Russian dressing, corned beef, swiss cheese, and rye bread.

Looking for a creamy and savory dressing? Unleash the flavor with this homemade Russian dressing recipe. Perfect for sandwiches, salads, and an appetizer dip. Russian dressing has a fascinating history that dates back to the early 1900’s. Initially known as “Russian Salad Dressing,” the origins of the name are unclear. I’ve read that it originally…

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Filed Under: Condiments, Sauces

How To Cook Corned Beef In The Oven

April 10, 2023 By Joe Leave a Comment

Cooked and sliced corned beef with side vegetables.

Corned beef is a St. Patrick’s Day tradition around my house. There is no going out to a restaurant to eat corned beef brisket. The Irish in me wants to do it myself and cherish the leftover corned beef. I’ll show you my method of how to cook corned beef in the oven.  This blog…

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Filed Under: Beef, meats

Traditional Irish Colcannon Recipe

March 9, 2023 By Joe 10 Comments

Serving dish containing the colcannon recipe's worth of potatoes.

Traditional Irish colcannon is a dish made with mashed potatoes, leeks, and kale. It’s hearty, comforting, and perfect for a cold winter evening. If you’re looking for a recipe to warm your soul, you’ve come to the right place. Here’s how to make Irish colcannon using potatoes, leeks, and kale. This recipe post may contain…

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Filed Under: Side dishes, Vegetarian

Green Beans Mushrooms and Bacon Recipe

March 3, 2023 By Joe 2 Comments

Green beans bacon and mushrooms on a plate.

Make way for green beans with mushrooms and bacon! This is such a fun way to take ordinary green beans to the next level of flavor. Why Mix Green Beans, Mushrooms, and Bacon Green beans with mushrooms and bacon are a delicious and savory side dish that’s perfect for any meal. The combination of tender…

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Filed Under: Meals, Side dishes

Simple Oriental Rice Recipe

January 4, 2023 By Joe 4 Comments

Oriental rice in a bowl with chop sticks.

Rice is a side dish that goes with so many savory entrees. And when you are having an Asian-inspired meal, this oriental rice recipe is just the thing to make. It’s an easy recipe with great flavor and takes under 30 minutes. This spicy Asian rice recipe would be perfect with General Tso Chicken, Chicken…

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Filed Under: Sauces, Side dishes

Seared Sockeye Salmon Piccata Recipe

December 14, 2022 By Joe 1 Comment

Close-up view of salmon piccata.

Wild-caught Sockeye Salmon Piccata is so luscious and buttery delicious. It combines perfectly cooked sockeye salmon fillets and lemony piccata sauce. This recipe might become your favorite way to prepare salmon. There are different salmon varieties to choose from. Just one variety is in the Atlantic Ocean…Atlantic Salmon. 5 varieties of salmon come from the…

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Filed Under: Main dish, Sauces, Seafood

Homemade Chicken Gravy Recipe From Broth

November 22, 2022 By Joe 12 Comments

A gravy boat full of chicken broth gravy.

Chicken gravy made from broth is simple and quite tasty. It only takes a few minutes to make and no pan drippings are necessary. In my last post, I showed how to make homemade chicken stock  using a rotisserie chicken. From one chicken carcass, you can make about 12 cups of quality broth or stock….

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Filed Under: Chicken, Condiments, Sauces

How To Make Chicken Stock

November 2, 2022 By Joe 1 Comment

Two large jars filled with chicken stock.

There are so many uses for chicken stock like soups, casseroles, and gravy. Making your own is not hard and you will be rewarded with restaurant-quality flavor. I’ll show you how easy it is to make chicken stock from a rotisserie chicken carcass and skin. This recipe post contains affiliate links. See our Privacy Policy…

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Filed Under: Chicken, Condiments, Sauces

One-Pot Stovetop Lentil Chili

October 19, 2022 By Joe 4 Comments

Overhead view of 2 bowls of chili.

With the Fall weather upon us, I thought it would be good to have some chili, so I made this stovetop lentil chili. It is packed with protein and fiber and is a warming, comforting meal idea.   Why We Love This Lentil Chili This is a one-pot meal that is meatless and tastes fantastic….

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Filed Under: Main dish, soup, Vegan

Pumpkin Bars Recipe with Cream Cheese Frosting

October 17, 2022 By Joe 4 Comments

Pumpkin bars on a plate.

This Sweet and Spicy Pumpkin Bars recipe will become everyone’s favorite dessert. Topped with a decadent cream cheese frosting, these bars will disappear around a crowd. This recipe post may contain affiliate links. Please see our Privacy Policy for details. With Thanksgiving only weeks away, I thought I would resurrect this recipe for pumpkin bars. …

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Filed Under: Baking, Desserts

Spicy Black Bean Soup Recipe

September 18, 2022 By Joe 1 Comment

Cup of black bean soup with cilantro, avocado, and sour cream.

With Fall and cooler weather starting, here is a recipe for Spicy Black Bean Soup. It is comforting and tastes so darn good. It only takes a few simple ingredients to make. This hearty soup is full of protein and fiber to keep your tummy satisfied for a long time. Black Bean Soup I’ve been…

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Filed Under: Main dish, soup, Vegan

Whole Grain Pancake Mix Recipe

August 7, 2022 By Joe 3 Comments

Plate of whole grain pancakes with fresh fruit and maple syrup.

This whole grain pancake mix recipe makes really tasty pancakes and is easy to assemble.  This recipe is the perfect way to make your very own boxed dry mix that you can store to use for easy breakfasts any day of the week. This recipe post may contain affiliate links. Please see our Privacy Policy…

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Mexican Ground Beef Casserole Recipe

July 26, 2022 By Joe 12 Comments

Mexican casserole in a glass baking dish.

Here is a Mexican ground beef casserole recipe that is comfort food and something that the whole family will love. It is cheesy, and a bit spicy full of your favorite Mexican flavors. Mexican Ground Beef Casserole with Pasta I’ve been on a ground beef recipes obsession lately. Maybe it is because ground beef is…

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Filed Under: Beef, Main dish, Pasta

Calories in Vegetables List (Nutrition)

June 28, 2022 By Joe 2 Comments

4 different chopped vegetables: carrots,celery, red pepper, and broccoli.

Calories in vegetables list could be a great reference for anyone on a diet or who is interested in the nutritional value of their food. I have made a list of 39 commonly used different vegetables from artichokes to zucchinis. This can be a reference for keto diets or for dietary fiber. Perhaps you would…

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Filed Under: Tips, Vegetables

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Simple Chicken Brine For Grilling

Chicken brine will bring out flavors and juiciness to the meat. June is upon us and grilling season has started. Time to fire up the charcoal and soak some thighs in this simple chicken brine. You’ll be amazed at how flavorful, tender, and juicy this chicken becomes. Chicken Brine You have probably read or heard…

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Ground Beef and Cabbage Recipe

Ground beef and cabbage are a terrific combination of flavors. Add to that a couple of unique spices to really make this recipe special. And, by using lean ground beef, the calories stay low for this healthy casserole dish. I was thinking that with St. Patrick’s Day coming up, a recipe with cooked cabbage without…

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Crepes St. Jacques

Crepes St. Jacques is a copycat recipe from the old Magic Pan restaurant chain and the flavor of this is outstanding. If you enjoy seafood, this is the recipe to try.   I knew it wouldn’t take long for me to try a savory crepe dish.  After having so much fun making sweet crepes, I…

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