Roaring fire... Check. Cold outside... Check. Beverage in hand... CHECK CHECK. Drink Cranberry Moscow Mule Santa better have a designated reindeer after a few of these... we don't want any dashing to the police station during the holidays.
There is nothing more beautiful then a freshly baked Molasses Pecan Pie waiting to be eaten... maybe the empty plate after? I'll let you decide. Food Dessert Molasses Pecan Pie You say pee-can.. I say puh-kaan... Let's call the whole thing delicious. When you have a pie this good who has time to debate pronunciation... just enjoy.
There has to be something said about a slightly sweet red sauce. Usually not a fan... but with this brick of Polenta it is perfection. Food Dinner Polenta with Red Sauce A house made with bricks of Polenta may not hold up. But my belly full of this Polenta with Red Sauce keeps me warm at night and structurally sound.
A Yeasted Belgian Waffle with copious amounts of butter, Stoysich bacon and Potter Family Maple syrup. My morning just got better! Food Breakfast Yeasted Belgian Waffles A different take on a waffle... the Yeasted Belgian Waffle has a depth of flavor not found in others. Don't freak out with the addition of corn meal... it adds a great texture to these awesome waffles.
Buttery, cheddary biscuits are a perfect side to some crab legs or lobster... maybe even a lobster bisque. yum. Food Bread Cheddar Bay Biscuits A copy cat recipe from Red Lobster®? I don't know... but if you close your eyes and imagine yourself in a booth in front of all you can eat shrimp... maybe.
I don't know why, but our glass bread loaf pan makes the perfect baking dish for our Green Bean Casserole. Hey, whatever, it tastes great! Food Fruit and Vegetable Side Green Bean Casserole A classic side for the holidays! No matter what the holiday you are celebrating... the meal is not complete without Green Bean Casserole.
I prefer my taco seasoning with beef, but works just as well with ground turkey or chicken. Food Sauces and Seasonings Taco Seasoning A great all around taco meat seasoning for taco night or loaded nachos. Just the right amount of spice with a whole lot of flavor.
Don't forget the cornbread to complete this bowl of jambalaya. Food Seafood Dinner Jambalaya Jambalaya is a delicious and surprisingly versatile Creole meal. Any combination of protein, rice and the cajun holy trinity of onion, bell pepper and celery. Louisiana in a bowl.
A pint jar of pickled onions ready for some brisket tacos. Yum! Food Side Pickled Red Onions These quick Pickled Red Onions make a great topper for your favorite taco. Easy to make and just the right amount of tangy goodness.
Susan's Cheesecake always gets a blue ribbon from my belly. Yum! Food Dessert Susan’s Cheesecake We all know Mom's recipes are the best... and this one goes out to Rachelle's mom. A simple but perfect Cheesecake recipe that won a blue ribbon!
Fresh out of the oven and piping hot... all ready to quac about it. Food Dinner Cheese Enchiladas These make great homemade Cheese Enchiladas. Make it a complete restaurant meal by making some Refried Beans and Mexican Rice as sides. Forget the restaurant.
This black iron skillet of Refried Beans will make a great side tonight and freeze some for later. Food Side Refried Beans Refried beans from the store are pasty and have no flavor. These from scratch Refried Beans are far above in flavor and texture then store bought. These are NOT Poo Beans!
