Tuesday, December 16, 2025

Key Lime Pie

 


Photo Source:  Mom On Timeout


"The
 best Key Lime Pie recipe EVER! Tart and sweet and incredibly easy, this Key Lime Pie is sure to be a family favorite! A delicious graham cracker crust filled to the brim with an incredibly creamy filling that is just so quick to make! You won’t be able to stop at just one slice!" Comment from Trish at Mom On Timeout.

One of my favorite pies that I have never made.  This recipe looks easy and delicious!

Click here to go to Trish's recipe page.


Oreo Fudge

 


Photo source: The Domestic Spoon

"Oreo Fudge has all the delicious flavor of Oreo you love in a bite of creamy, sweet fudge. It’s the perfect treat for fudge lovers, Oreo lovers, and everyone in between!"  Comment from Alexandria of The Domestic Spoon.

Alexandria asks the question "Why make this recipe?" . . . my answer is just look at the photo and remember all the times you sat at the kitchen table with oreos and a glass of milk as a child.  That feeling is why!

Click here to go to Alexandria's recipe page with excellent instructions.



Vanilla Red Velvet Marbled Pound Cake

 



Photo source: CallMePMc.com

"I came up with this Vanilla Red Velvet Marbled Pound Cake recipe where I combined both a traditional pound cake and a red velvet pound cake. The two different batters are swirled together to create a marbled affect. It’s beautiful and delicious!" Comment from Paula of CallMePMc.com

It sounds perfect, especially topped with cream cheese frosting and it looks beautiful.  Good thinking Paula!

Click here to go to Paula's recipe page.



Snickerdoodle Cobbler

 


Photo source:  callmepmc.com


"This is a ‘dump’ type cobbler. You basically layer everything in a 9×13 inch pan. I don’t recommend cooking it in a smaller pan. Butter and brown sugar combine and cook into a rich caramel sauce." comment from callpmc.com

Sounds good to me!

Click here to go to the recipe page.





Monday, December 15, 2025

Almond Joy Cookies

 


Photo source: Mom on Timeout

"If you love coconut, boy are you in for a treat today! These easy Almond Joy Cookies take just four ingredients and don’t even require a mixer! No beating, no chilling, just mix ’em up and throw ’em in the oven EASY! You’re going to love these ooey gooey fabulous cookies!" Comment from Trish of Mom on Timeout.

You can't go wrong with the delicious ingredients and so easy to put together.  These cookies are a winner!

Click here to go to Trish's recipe page.




Crispy Brussels Sprouts

 


Photo source:  Food Network

There is a secret to the crispiest brussels sprouts ever.  I am going to have to try this cause I love brussels sprouts.

Click here to go to Food Network's recipe page to discover the secret.  The recipe page includes a video.





How to Cook Dried Beans for Better Flavor, Creamier Texture, and Big Savings


Photo source:  Martha Stewart

"There are few things as comforting (and economical) as a big pot of beans. The entire process of slowly simmering legumes on the stovetop, from adding your seasonings to enjoying them warm from the pot, is a meditative experience. The flavor is far superior to canned beans–plus, you can give the beans a unique flavor profile all your own. The texture is also miles beyond what you’ll find in a can."  comment from Martha Stewart.com.

Ham steak that has a bone is what I buy when I'm going to make a pot of beans using dried beans.  You get the flavor from the bone and lots of ham to go with the beans.

Click here to go to the article from Martha Stewart.com.



Sunday, December 14, 2025

Carrot Cake Recipe Collection



ORIGINALLY POSTED SEPTEMBER 2019


Although Carrot Cake is among my favorite cakes, I have not made one since I was a teenager.  Back in the day it took quite a long time to hand grate the carrots necessary to make the cake.  But now we have all types of gadgets to make the task easy.  

I'm almost ready to attempt it again and have been doing research to find one that looks the best.

Here is my current list that I will add to periodically as I find them:



20 Top Carrot Cake Recipes from Food, Folks and Fun (photo edited from the article)



Moist and Easy Carrot Cake


The Best Carrot Cake Recipe






Johnny Marzetti Casserole

 


Photo source: Real Simple

Apparently there is a mystery concerning the identity of Johnny Marzetti.  Who is he, where did the recipe come from and why is it named after him?  Interesting read on the article since I wondered about the recipe name when I first found it.

The recipe is similar to my pasta concoctions that change regularly with my mood.  Lazy day I make with jarred spaghetti sauce, other times I make my own sauce and let it cook for hours.  Most of the time I use italian sausage, sometimes brown some ground beef with the sausage and I love it with ziti.  Also love it with angel hair pasta. How about some chunky sliced mushrooms on occasion?  When I plate it (sometimes), the pasta is topped with ricotta cheese, then the sauce.  Delicious!  But then again, I can't call it a Johnny Marzetti dish because of all the variations.

Click here to go to the Real Simple recipe page with excellent instructions with photos.  And then there is that Johnny Marzetti story!



Seafood Mac and Cheese from Kardea Brown



Photo Source:  The Food Network


This seafood mac and cheese is my favorite item from the episode Sunday Supper on the Food Network. 

Click here to go to the Seafood Mac and Cheese recipe page.

If you love southern food, you must check out Kardea Brown, who has some of the best southern recipes I've seen.  She is from South Carolina, where the dishes are different than those southern recipes from Florida.  Her show is quite a treat.  You can find her videos on The Food Network's You Tube channel  Click here to go there.



Chicken Dumpling Casserole


Photo source: Plain Chicken



Originally posted January 2014


The Captain makes the best Chicken and Dumplings from scratch that I have ever had.  But, like most everything made from scratch, it takes hours to make. I will post his recipe soon because it really is worth it when you have the time.  (It breaks my heart to say he never wrote his recipe down for me and now he is gone.  Lesson learned to not put things off because it may be too late.)

This recipe is one of those semi-homemade meals that I love so much. Sometimes you just don't have the time to slave away for hours in the kitchen. Cream of chicken soup is one of my favorite methods of making a delicious meal fast and easy.  Grocery store rotisserie chicken is another secret to a fast and delicious meal.  Of course making your own chicken is more economical!


UPDATE and REVIEW:

The name of the recipe is deceiving.  It is more like a Chicken and Biscuits Casserole or add some vegetables and call it a Chicken Ala King Casserole.

The biscuit topping that forms is not thick like a biscuit, but is very tasty and somewhat crunchy.  We loved it.  It produces a gravy that is thick and a nice compliment to the chicken and biscuit topping.  I've never added chicken broth to cream of chicken soup and was pleasantly surprised.

We served it over mashed potatoes, which was a great choice and I highly recommend it for a day you are in the mood for delicious comfort food that is a fast and easy meal to prepare.

The plan for the next time it is made . . . double the flour, baking soda mixture for the biscuit topping and add cooked vegetables like corn, peas, carrots or green beans.

Click here to go to the recipe page.





Pie Crusts - Everything You Need To Know

 


Photo source:  All Recipes

If you’ve been looking for foolproof instructions on how to make pie crust and everything else  you need to know, all you need to know is here. You are guided through the process with step-by-step videos in some pages, clear directions, and expert tips and tricks.

I'll be adding to this list.




Air Fryer French Fries

 


Photo source: Food Network

"Forget the frozen fries! These homemade French fries come out perfectly golden and crisp and only use 1 teaspoon of oil…just another reason to love your air fryer.  Learn how to cut potatoes for fries and customize the seasonings, plus, all the air fryer tips to make them crispy and tender." - comment from Food Network Kitchen.

As a frequent user of my air fryer, I high recommend this recipe for crispy, fresh french fries.

Click here to go to the Food Network recipe page.





Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

 


Photo source:  Southern Living

"That unique presentation is everything: Pineapple upside-down cake is baked with rings of canned pineapple slices that become sticky and sweet during their time in the oven. After baking, the cake gets inverted in one big flip so that the pineapple rounds end up topping the cake as its displayed upside down—or right side up, depending on your point of view. A cherry in the center of each pineapple ring adds a whimsical polka-dot sensibility to the cake." - comment from Southern Living about the cake.

This cake brings back so many childhood memories.  My nana made it a couple times every month.  I had forgotten about this delicious cake with an awesome presentation.

Click here to go to the Southern Living recipe page.





Easy Fudge Bites

 


Photo source: Martha Stewart

"These melt-in-your-mouth morsels are dainty dynamos. Making the fudge—a mix of marshmallows, chocolate, and milk—is literally a flash in a pan. Then, simply form them into balls and roll in snazzy toppings like freeze-dried raspberries, pistachios, toasted walnuts, and peppermints." - comment about fudge bites from Martha Stewart.com.

Quick and easy, perfect for gift-giving and so versatile!

Click here to go to the recipe.



Key Lime Cake

 


Photo Source: Taste of Home

From the Recipe Creator: Unlike the pie, this Key lime cake is topped with a decadent cream cheese frosting. You can top it with graham cracker crumbs as a nod to the original pie crust.  If you’ve ever had a true Key lime pie, you know it’s a real treat. Every bite of the pie is creamy, with a balanced sweetness and wonderful tanginess from prominent Key limes. But for those who prefer cake to pie, this Key lime cake recipe is the perfect alternative. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Sounds delicious and the cream cheese frosting paired with the tangy cake is the perfect pairing.

Click here to go to the Taste of Home recipe page.




Saturday, December 13, 2025

Grilled Pizza with Hot Sausage, Grilled Peppers and Onions and Oregano Ricotta

 



Photo source: The Food Network


RECIPE COURTESY OF BOBBY FLAY

FROM BOY MEETS GRILL

THE FIREHOUSE GRILL EPISODE

THE FOOD NETWORK


In this episode, Chef Bobby Flay cooks an Italian feast for a group of firemen from the FDNY. He shops and cooks up some hot firehouse favorites, including this grilled pizza.

Looks delicious!






Homemade Spice, Seasoning and Gravy Mixes

 



The cost of everything is getting out of hand.  As a family on a fixed income we are coming up with different things to keep costs down to a minimum.  I don't think we are alone!

A great start is using our own spice, seasoning and gravy mixes.  I'll add to the following list as I find articles and videos for a wide variety.

Here's Everything You Need to Make 10 Flavorful Spice Mixes

10 Homemade Pantry Staples That Save Money


Homemade seasoning mixes - taco, fiesta, onion soup mix


More to come!





Ree's Chicken-Fried Steak with Gravy

 


Photo source: Food Network

"Ree Drummond's top-rated comfort food recipe star's crispy, juicy cube steaks and a creamy country gravy with plenty of black pepper.  To achieve just the right flavor, Ree dredges her steak in a flour mixture that's been enhanced with paprika and cayenne. Topped with cream gravy, this is a cowboy classic on a whole new level." - comment from Food Network Kitchen.

She makes everything look good!  This is one of my favorite foods and her recipe is a great example of how it is made.  Extreme respect!

Click here to go to Food Network's recipe page.


Butter Pecan Cookies

 


Photo source: Martha Stewart

"These delicate, buttery cookies, which get their crunchy texture from toasted pecans and a sugar coating, practically melt in your mouth." - comment about the cookie from Martha Stewart.com.

They sound like the best cookies ever that I would love to try!  How about crumbling a cookie over a bowl of butter pecan ice cream?

Click here to go to the recipe page.