Bacon Wrapped Smokies Ingredients:1 pound cocktail sausages (smokies)1 pound bacon, cut into thirds1 cup brown sugar1 teaspoon chili powder (optional)1 teaspoon black pepperOptional: 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper for extra heat Instructions:Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top if you have one. This helps … Read more
Golden puff pastry sausage rolls are a classic savory treat beloved for their flaky layers, rich filling, and irresistible aroma. Whether served warm from the oven or enjoyed later at room temperature, these handheld pastries are the perfect blend of buttery pastry and seasoned sausage. Crisp on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside, … Read more
Cheesy Baked Dinner Rolls Ingredients:12 frozen dinner rolls, thawed but still cold1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/4 cup melted butter1/2 cup heavy cream1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon black pepper1/2 teaspoon garlic powderOptional: dried parsley or Italian seasoning Instructions:Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Arrange the thawed dinner rolls evenly in the dish, leaving a … Read more
Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup Ingredients:6 cups frozen diced hash brown potatoes1 small onion, finely chopped3 cups chicken broth1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon black pepper1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon onion powder1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of chicken soup1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1 cup cooked bacon, crumbled1 cup heavy cream … Read more
Creamy Mushroom and Asparagus Chicken Penne Ingredients:12 ounces penne pasta2 tablespoons olive oil1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized piecesSalt and black pepper, to taste1 teaspoon Italian seasoning2 tablespoons butter8 ounces mushrooms, sliced1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces3 cloves garlic, minced1 cup heavy cream1/2 cup chicken broth3/4 cup grated Parmesan … Read more
Garlic Parmesan Cheeseburger Bombs Ingredients:1 pound ground beef1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon black pepper1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 can refrigerated biscuit dough (8 biscuits) For the Garlic Parmesan Butter:4 tablespoons butter, melted2 cloves garlic, minced1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 tablespoon chopped parsley Instructions:Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a … Read more
Cracker Barrel Meatloaf Ingredients:1 pound ground beef1/2 cup finely chopped onion1/2 cup green bell pepper, finely chopped2 eggs1/2 cup milk1 cup crushed Ritz crackers1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon black pepper1/2 teaspoon paprika For the Topping:1/2 cup ketchup2 tablespoons brown sugar1 teaspoon yellow mustard Instructions:Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a loaf pan or line … Read more
This is one of those meals that practically cooks itself. Tender chunks of beef and baby potatoes are wrapped in foil, seasoned generously, and baked or grilled until everything is juicy, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. Cleanup is minimal, and every packet feels like its own little comfort-food bundle. Foil-packet meals are especially loved because they … Read more
Creamed Chipped Beef On Toast Is a Forgotten Classic Creamed chipped beef on toast is a dish that once held a firm place at the American table, yet today it is rarely mentioned outside of nostalgia-filled conversations. For many, it brings back memories of simple breakfasts, military mess halls, and modest family kitchens where comfort … Read more
Homemade butter flatbread is one of those simple kitchen treasures that feels both humble and extraordinary. Soft, pliable, beautifully golden, and brushed generously with melted butter, these flatbreads are a pleasure to tear, fold, dip, or wrap. They are delicious fresh off the skillet and just as irresistible when served warm on a plate stacked … Read more