Early on in the lockdown of 2020 we got to talking about the great foods we were missing while in quarantine. One family favorite was the great Chicago deep dish pizzas we had last summer while on vacation. (We were a house divided between Giordano’s and Lou Malnati’s) Since we...
Cinnamon Pumpkin Bread Ingredients:3 1/2 cups all purpose flour3 cups sugar2 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon nutmeg1 1/2 teaspoons salt4 eggs, beaten 1 cup oil2/3 cup water2 cups mashed pumpkin1 12-oz bag cinnamon chipsDirections:Preheat oven to 350. In the bowl of an electric mixer beat together the eggs, pumpkin, water, and oil.In...
Beef stroganoff is the ultimate comfort food. This version is hearty and delicious and oh so tender. I hope you enjoy it as much as we did!Dutch Oven Beef StroganoffIngredients:2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 2 inch chunks1/3 cup all-purpose flour1 large onion, thinly sliced1 cup sliced portobella or...
These carnitas came to be when the chicken I planned to use for a different dinner was still frozen. I have successfully cooked shredded chicken from frozen in the Instant Pot, so I started to brainstorm what I could do with shredded chicken. A glance in the pantry led to...
If you’re looking for a fast, easy, and delicious breakfast that also peps you up for the day, look no further. Filling and tasty, the addition of espresso (or coffee, should you choose) brings you a caffeine jolt to start your day right.Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go SmoothieIngredients:1/ 1/2 frozen...
Like many busy families we are always in search of fast, delicious dinners that the whole family will eat. This recipe hits the bill for most of those requirements. While one member of the family won’t eat it (10 year olds, right?) the rest of us love it! It’s become...
This creamy gnocchi is super quick to make and so easy! It’s hearty, delicious, and speedy, making it the perfect weeknight dinner! Creamy Italian Sausage and TomatoIngredients1 lb chopped Italian sausage1/2 small onion, finely diced4 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 cup dry white wine (e.g. sauvignon blanc)1 (14 fluid ounce) can diced tomatoes1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream2 pounds uncooked potato...
For the last several years our family had celebrated a family holiday every June 14th. For most other Americans this is known as Flag Day. In our house it’s known as Colonel Flagg Day.Fans of the show MASH will remember that Colonel Flagg is the delusional CID/CIA secret ops man...
This hearty and delicious soup comes together in less than a half hour.
A super-fast weeknight dinner. This spicy shrimp comes together in about 15 minutes. Spicy Cajun ShrimpServes 4 Ingredients:1lb shrimp, thawed3 Tablespoons butter3 cloves garlic, crushed1/2 teaspoon cayenne 1 teaspoon paprika2 teaspoon oregano 1 teaspoon onion powder1/2 cup chicken broth2 tablespoons cornstarchSalt and pepper to tasteDirections:Melt the butter in a large sauté pan. Add...