INGREDIENTS2 pounds lean ground beef1 small finely diced onion1/2 cup finely diced bell pepper (optional)1 1/2 sleeves of crushed Ritz crackers (48 crackers total)4 oz. shredded sharp cheddar or Colby cheese3 eggs1/2 cup milk1 tsp. salt1/4 tsp. black pepperFor the topping:1/2 to 3/4 cup ketchup2 tbsp. brown sugar1 tsp. mustardDIRECTIONSPreheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.In … Read more
Ingredients: 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened2 cups granulated sugar4 large eggs1 tsp vanilla extract1 tbsp lemon zest (from 1–2 lemons)1/4 cup fresh lemon juice3 cups all-purpose flour2 tsp baking powder1/2 tsp baking soda1/2 tsp salt1 cup buttermilk (or 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice) Lemon Glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar2–3 tbsp … Read more
Ingredients: 6 oz dried beef (or thin sliced deli beef), chopped2 tbsp unsalted butter2 tbsp all-purpose flour2 cups whole milkFreshly ground black pepper4 slices of thick toast (like sourdough or Texas toast) Instructions: Prep the beef (if salty)If using jarred dried beef, rinse under cold water and pat dry to remove excess salt. Then slice … Read more
Ingredients: 2 cups fresh strawberries, halved2 cups apples, peeled and chopped (sweet or tart)1 cup cottage cheese or vanilla yogurt (your choice)1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)1 cup granola (any kind – honey oat or cinnamon works great)Optional: dash of cinnamon or chopped nuts Instructions: Prepare the baseIn a serving tray or bowl, spread … Read more
Ingredients Bottom Layer:• 1 cup unsalted butter (melted)• 2 cups graham cracker crumbs• 2 cups powdered sugar• 1 cup creamy peanut butter Top Layer:• 1½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips• ½ cup creamy peanut butter ⸻ Instructions1. Make the Base:• In a large bowl, mix the melted butter, graham cracker crumbs, powdered sugar, and 1 cup … Read more
Ingredients For the Crust:• 2 cups graham cracker crumbs• ½ cup melted butter• ¼ cup sugar For the Cream Cheese Layer:• 2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened• 1 cup powdered sugar• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract• 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (like Cool Whip) For the Blueberry Topping:• 1 can (21 oz) blueberry … Read more
Ingredients: For the Chicken Marinade: 1 lb (450g) chicken breast, cut into strips 1 cup Greek yogurt 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons lemon juice 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried thyme Salt and pepper to taste For the Tzatziki Sauce: 1 cup Greek yogurt 1 cucumber, grated and excess … Read more
A tropical treat that’s light, refreshing, and oh-so-dreamy! This easy-to-make cake combines the sweetness of pineapple and coconut with creamy layers for a dessert that’s sure to impress. Ingredients 1 box yellow cake mix 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple (with juice) 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix … Read more
A delightful blend of Italian and Thai flavors, this dish is a creative twist on traditional Drunken Noodles. Instead of rice noodles and Thai basil, it features egg noodles, Italian sausage, and classic Italian herbs. The combination of juicy tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and a splash of white wine makes it a comforting and savory meal. … Read more
Ingredients: 2 cups frozen strawberries 1 ripe banana, sliced and frozen 1/2 cup non-fat Greek yogurt 1–2 tablespoons zero-calorie sweetener (such as Stevia, Monk Fruit, or Erythritol), optional and to taste Instructions: 1. Prepare your ingredients: Ensure the strawberries and banana slices are fully frozen. This gives the ice cream its thick and creamy texture. … Read more