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Plate of General Tso chicken on a bed of rice garnished with green onion.

Best General Tso Chicken Recipe

July 18, 2020 By Joe 2 Comments

This General Tso chicken recipe is so tasty and pretty simple to make. Chicken thigh meat is cut into bite-sized pieces and gets fried, then coated with a tangy sweet and sour sauce. Serve it on a bed of brown rice for an exceptional meal. This is just like the General Tso Chicken you can…

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"Seared Scallops with Lobster Brandy Sauce"

Seared Scallops with Lobster Brandy Sauce

June 16, 2020 By Joe 4 Comments

Scallops with lobster brandy sauce need to be on your shortlist of recipes to try. The flavor of this is phenomenal. Have you ever watched a TV cooking show and gotten an OMG moment. Like when you are seeing this recipe come together and right away you know you have to try it? So quick…You…

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Close up overhead view of fettuccini alfredo with chopped parsley garnish.

Skinny Fettuccine Alfredo

June 4, 2020 By Joe 4 Comments

Skinny Fettuccine Alfredo is just as creamy and comforting as the high calorie original. This easy recipe is sure to please your taste buds and your waistline. I think you will like this no-guilt Alfredo sauce….because of things like 65% less fat from using 1 tablespoon of butter instead of 4, reduced fat milk instead…

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Plate with a slice of vegetable quiche and buttered bread.

Italian Vegetable Quiche

April 1, 2020 By Joe 3 Comments

Italian vegetable quiche is a tasty combination of spinach, mushrooms, sweet bell peppers, and zucchini baked in a pie plate with no crust. It gets spiced up with lots of dill weed and the result is delicious. Years ago, when Mary Jo said that she was making Italian vegetable quiche, I quickly turned up my…

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Overhead view of 2 bowls of shrimp stir fry.

Extra Spicy Shrimp Stir Fry

March 26, 2020 By Joe 7 Comments

Here’s a recipe for oriental-inspired spicy shrimp stir fry.  And it is extra spicy and makes your mouth feel really good after you eat it.   And you’ll probably still have a happy mouth 5 minutes after you finish.  And that’s a good thing.  This recipe should be on your list of meals to make…

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Italian chicken in a casserole dish ready to serve.

Stove-top Italian Chicken Recipe

March 8, 2020 By Joe 2 Comments

I’m always looking for new ways to serve chicken and this stove-top Italian chicken recipe is a winner. Served over a bed of rice, it makes a scrumptious meal. Do you look at recipes online and print them out or bookmark them to try later? Well that’s me. My recipe bookmarks folder must contain over…

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Plate of chicken and drop biscuits.

Chicken and Drop Biscuits Casserole

February 29, 2020 By Joe 9 Comments

Here’s a recipe for Chicken and Drop Biscuits that comes together quickly and will satisfy everyone’s appetite. It reminds me of being at grandma’s house for Sunday dinner but you can easily make it for a weekday meal.   It’s a creamy combination of a tasty white sauce with chunks of chicken thighs, diced onion,…

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bowl of chili with sour cream and Fritos

Hearty Vegetarian Chili Recipe

January 20, 2020 By Joe 3 Comments

If Winter weather has got you down, this Vegetarian Chili Recipe is sure to heat you up. It’s made with tomatoes, beans, chili spices and a secret ingredient. Chili is something that has to be made at least a couple times every winter. And this meatless recipe is so satisfying, you won’t really care that…

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Bowl of chicken stew.

Hearty Chicken and Vegetable Stew

January 4, 2020 By Joe 5 Comments

Hearty chicken and vegetable stew is amazingly flavorful. Juicy chicken thighs cooked with bacon, yummy vegetables, and a couple of secret ingredients. You could be eating this stew in about an hour’s time and you’d think that it has been simmering for hours – it’s so rich and flavorful. Chicken and Vegetable Stew This is…

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Bowl of jambalaya with sausage and shrimp.

Jambalaya with Sausage and Shrimp

October 27, 2019 By Joe 13 Comments

Jambalaya with Andouille Sausage and Shrimp is sure to satisfy your desire for spicy, New Orleans-style cuisine. Whip up this delicious homemade jambalaya in under 60 minutes.   A little heat and a whole lot of deliciousness are in this jambalaya. You’ll lay down a bed of comforting rice (white rice or brown rice, your choice),…

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Close-up of beer cheese soup with croutons and green onion.

Easy Beer Cheese Soup Recipe

October 8, 2019 By Joe 2 Comments

Beer cheese soup is an easy recipe to make and tastes fantastic. Have it as a first course appetizer or as a main dish. It is sure to please. Last week, the Minneapolis Star Tribune was celebrating 50 years of the Taste section. There was an article about how they would get suggestions from readers…

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Bowl of pasta with cauliflower and pancetta.

Cauliflower Pasta-Pancetta+Parmesan

October 5, 2019 By Joe 1 Comment

Cauliflower and pancetta on pasta with a creamy melted parmesan sauce. Delightfully tasty and easy to make. You’ve got to give this a try. First off….there are just 5 ingredients to this recipe plus salt and crushed red pepper. The whole thing can be made in about 30 minutes. Perfect for a busy weeknight meal….

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Classic cold tuna salad with onions, celery, tomatoes and peas.

Cold Tuna Salad For Hot Summer Nights

July 9, 2019 By Joe 7 Comments

A classic cold tuna salad is a perfect cold dinner option on these hot summer evenings. It’s super easy to make and I’ll show you how I’ve made it over the years. This salad is tasty, creamy, and crunchy with chopped onion, celery, and tomatoes. And don’t forget the peas which add an additional brightness…

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One pot chicken thighs with potatoes and gravy. Perfect, easy chicken dinner.

One Pot Chicken with Potatoes and Gravy

May 23, 2019 By Joe 2 Comments

I like easy meals and one-pot chicken thighs with potatoes and mushroom gravy is certainly that…and the taste is fantastic. I make chicken for dinner quite a lot. First off, it’s pretty inexpensive. Secondly, there are so many ways to prepare it. Like Ranch Dressing Baked Chicken,  Brined Chicken on the Grill, or Crispy Chicken…

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Seared scallop salad with spring greens, mango, and balsamic dressing.

Seared Scallop Salad with Balsamic Dressing

May 10, 2019 By Joe 3 Comments

The weather is getting warmer and it’s time for a light dinner item like Seared Scallop Salad featuring spring greens, mango, radishes and red onions. Top this off with a simple balsamic vinaigrette: olive oil, lime zest and juice, garlic, salt and a touch of good balsamic vinegar. This recipe post contains an affiliate link…

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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 Recipe

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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"Tender Beef Tips and Egg Noodles"

Tender Beef Tips and Egg Noodles

Cool fall days are coming and it’s time for some comfort food. Tender beef tips and egg noodles fill the bill. Using beef stew meat and simmering it for a couple of hours makes it tender and succulent. Perfect for a fall evening. This post contains an affiliate link. See our privacy policy for details….

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