Hey, all you steak lovers, this filet mignon with peppercorn sauce is something you have to make….like right now. No waiting for another day. And, this peppercorn sauce is killer. Your steak will love it. Filet mignon is not something to take for granted. It’s an expensive piece of meat. Why not have a special…
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Fresh Garden Greens Salad with Fruit and Yogurt Dressing
Now is the time to pick those leafy greens from the garden and make a fresh garden greens salad. And I hope you don’t mind that I mix in a lot of fresh fruits and top it with a homemade yogurt dressing. If you don’t have a garden, (or a friendly neighbor with a garden),…
Poached Egg Breakfast Muffin
A poached egg breakfast muffin is sure to get your day started right. Add some fresh asparagus and a cheesy white sauce and dig in. When I have a hot breakfast like this, it’s usually more in line with a brunch. It’s 10:30 or 11:00…that’s what it is, and on a weekend. You can indulge…
The Best White Cheese Pizza Recipe
This white pizza sauce recipe might change the way you make homemade pizzas. The sauce is creamy and so flavorful. I don’t make pizzas too often, probably 3 or 4 times a year, and I’ve never made one with a white sauce. Bon Appetit magazine sends me daily recipes and things that they are doing. …
Bonefish Grill Bang Bang Shrimp-Copycat Recipe
Bang bang shrimp, with a spicy and sweet sauce is a perfect copy of Bonefish Grill. Crispy little shrimp, deep fried to perfection. A perfect appetizer for any occasion. Wednesday is Bonefish Grill bang bang shrimp day, $6.00 for an order. (Used to be $5.00!) Mary Jo and I like to get an order…
Homemade Jalapeno Taco Sauce Recipe
Mexican jalapeno taco sauce. Squeeze some of this tear-inducing sauce on your taco and dream of Acapulco. And make sure you have some tissues ready in case your nose starts running, (like mine did). This is a simple taco sauce that packs some heat, but it’s a good heat and tastes great. I’m on a…
Honey Balsamic Italian Chicken Meatball Kabobs
This recipe post contains an affiliate link. Please see our Privacy Policy for details. Ho Ho Ho. Just in time for the Holidays we’ve got the perfect, festive appetizer. Italian chicken meatball kabobs with a wonderful honey balsamic sauce. You could make a meal of these…I think I just did. Hey, I’ve got to eat…
Red Wine Cranberry Sauce
Thanksgiving Day. One of the three best days of the year. Time for some red wine cranberry sauce. This is much like the cranberry zinfandel conserve I posted a couple years ago with a few twists. I thought I should update that post since it was before the printable recipe and before DSLR camera….
Simple Basil Pesto
If you are growing basil in your garden, then you are like me. I have too much basil and need to use it! I decided to start 4 small basil plants in a pot in late May. I think I told you this before, but I went to the store and bought some basil leaves…
Southwest Dressing Recipe
Post updated March 15, 2022 This is my take on Newman’s Own Southwest Dressing Recipe. Just like McDonald’s southwest salad dressing you can make at home. It’s a tangy blend of spices combined to make a great Southwestern salad dressing. On our way back to Minnesota from Florida, MaryJo and I make some quick stops…
Penne Pasta with Vodka Sauce
This recipe post has been updated on November 29, 2021 This is a recipe and technique for Penne with Vodka Sauce. It combines tomatoes, vodka, olive oil, cream, and spices to create a delicious dish. The alcohol in vodka creates a reaction with the tomato acids to make a smooth- tasting sauce. Ingredients Needed To…
Dijon Béchamel on Cauliflower and Broccoli
Dijon bechamel is a great alternative to a more calorie-laden cheese sauce. This recipe is a quick post on how to spice up some ordinary vegetables. This was supposed to be Cauliflower with Dijon Bechamel, but after a day and a half of trying to get some nice photos of that, I decided to make…
Creamy Garlic Sauce
Creamy garlic sauce is easy to make and tastes great on meats and vegetables. The recipe uses simple ingredients and the garlic sauce can be made in 30 to 35 minutes. This post could contain affiliate links. See our privacy policy for details. Mary Jo picked up some pre-made Key West Pink Shrimp Ravioli at…
Homemade Marinara Sauce
Marinara sauce in America is a red tomato sauce. Something you would get from Olive Garden. In Italy, traditionally, marinara would be tomatoes, onion, spices, and seafood. This acidic mixture the Italians were serving was a staple that would last for a while without refrigeration. My homemade marinara sauce was developed when I got tired…