Zesty Orange Cinnamon Morning Buns

  INGREDIENTS: 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 1 teaspoon salt 1 packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons) 1/2 cup warm milk (110°F/45°C) 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted 1 large egg Zest of 1 orange 1/2 cup brown sugar 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened (for filling) 1 cup … Read more

Smoked Chicken Wings

  INGREDIENTS: 2 pounds chicken wings 1/4 cup olive oil 2 tablespoons smoked paprika 1 tablespoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon onion powder 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat) 1/2 cup barbecue sauce (optional for serving) … Read more

Peanut Butter Blossom Cookies

  INGREDIENTS 1 cup sugar 1 cup light brown sugar 1 cup creamy peanut butter ½ cup shortening ½ cup unsalted butter (softened) 1 large egg 2 ½ cups flour 1 ½ tsp baking soda 1 tsp baking powder ½ tsp kosher salt 36 Hershey’s Kisses or Hugs 2 cups sugar (to roll cookies in) … Read more

Cheesy Tortilla Pizza Rolls

  INGREDIENTS: 4 large flour tortillas 1 cup marinara sauce 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni 1/2 cup diced bell peppers 1/4 cup sliced black olives 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried basil Olive oil spray   DIRECTIONS: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. … Read more

Cheesecake Egg Rolls

  INGREDIENTS: 8 egg roll wrappers 8 oz cream cheese, softened 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 cup powdered sugar 1/2 cup vegetable oil (for frying) 1 egg (beaten, for sealing wrappers) Optional toppings: chocolate syrup, caramel sauce, fresh berries, or powdered sugar   DIRECTIONS: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened … Read more

Marshmallow Chocolate Poke Cake

  INGREDIENTS: 1 box chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box) 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk 1 jar (7 oz) marshmallow creme 1 cup heavy whipping cream 1/4 cup powdered sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Chocolate shavings or sprinkles (optional, for garnish)   DIRECTIONS: Preheat oven … Read more

Angel Chicken Rice

  INGREDIENTS: – 3 cups cooked chicken, diced or shredded – 3 cups cooked rice – ½ cup butter, room temperature and cubed – 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature and cubed 10.5 ounces cream of chicken soup 3 cloves garlic, minced 0.7 ounce Italian dressing mix (I used Good Seasons) 1 cup chicken stock … Read more

Honey Garlic Ribs

  INGREDIENTS 4 pounds pork spareribs ½ cup honey ¼ cup soy sauce ¼ cup distilled white vinegar 2 tablespoons brown sugar 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon garlic salt   DIRECTIONS Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Slice ribs into individual pieces. Combine honey, soy sauce, … Read more