Tuesday, January 27, 2026

Meatloaf With Brown Gravy

 


Photo source:  Food Lovin Family

"Meatloaf is surprisingly easy to make and great for a family meal. This recipe is a classic meatloaf recipe but you could also use this for one pound meatloafair fryer meatloaf or onion soup meatloaf with the gravy."  Comment from Food Lovin Family

This is my favorite type of meatloaf.  I have not made a meatloaf in years, but the thought of comfort food sounds really good.  That photo is making me hungry!

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Classic Beef Empanadas

 


Photo source:  Recipe Girl

"An empanada is a Spanish and Portuguese stuffed bread or pastry. The name comes from the verb empanar, meaning to wrap or coat in bread. Empanada is made by folding a dough or bread patty around the stuffing. In Argentina, empanadas are often served at parties as a starter or main course."  Comment from Recipe Girl

Empanadas take me back to my childhood.  They are very popular in my part of the world.  They are made with all kinds of fillings, so it is a very versatile appetizer or snack.  I love the ones with crab filling.

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Easy Chicken Stuffing Bake

 


Photo source:  Food Lovin Family 

"Chicken stuffing bake is an easy recipe that has been around for years and years. It’s made with just a few simple ingredients and can be cooked in under an hour. The ultimate comfort food, this casserole recipe is the perfect meal for any day of the week.

This recipe is an easy dinner idea that is still a go-to for me when I want a home-cooked, comfort food dinner. I love that it’s budget friendly, easy to freeze, and that it’s a meal my kids actually request."  Comment from Food Lovin Family 

Comfort food sounds good  and I have all the ingredients.  Maybe this will be my dinner tonight.  When I make it, I will do an update.

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Glazed Donuts

 


Photo source:  Mom On Timeout

"Sweeten your mornings with these irresistible Glazed Donuts! So tender, exquisitely soft and enveloped in a sweet vanilla glaze, these scrumptious homemade donuts are the perfect sweet treat for any occasion."  Comment from Mom On Timeout

Those donuts look delicious and I will be trying the recipe out!

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Sourdough Bread Recipe For Beginners

 


Photo source:  Old World Garden Farms

"Sourdough bread is one of the most rewarding breads you can make at home. While sourdough has a reputation for being difficult, the truth is that it simply requires patience, a few basic techniques, and an understanding of how the dough behaves over time."  Comment from Old World Garden Farms

That bread looks delicious!  This article goes into great detail and is a great reference for beginners.

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German Chocolate Brownies

 


Photo source:  Glorious Treats

"These German Chocolate Brownies are rich, decadent and topped with a creamy coconut pecan frosting! This ultimate dessert combines the classic, rich taste of German chocolate cake with the fudgy delight of brownies!"  Comment from Glory of Glorious Treats

Those brownies look super delicious!  I'd love to make some today.  Thank you Glory for posting this recipe.

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Homemade French Bread

 


Photo source:  House of Nash

"I’ve had a challenging time with bread in the past but this recipe came out excellently. It’s so soft and is going great with the soup we made. I was out of eggs so I missed the egg wash, but it is still crusty and delicious."  Comment from House of Nash

Love homemade bread!  I look forward to trying this recipe.

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Beer-Battered Fish

 


Photo source:  Southern Living

"The secret to great beer-battered fish is in the batter: It needs to be light, crispy, and slightly airy, and cold. We achieved that perfection with this recipe."  Comment from Southern Living 

It has been years since I've had beer battered fish and I love it.  We used to go to the Arthur Treachers Restaurant all the time and then they closed.  Since then there isn't anywhere that I know of to get it.  I look forward to making my own.

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Upside-Down Chili Pie

 


Photo source:  Simply Recipes


"Any diehard chili fan will love this casserole. Instead of heating up chili and baking cornbread separately, cook them all at once for a complete dinner. It just takes a few ingredients and a few minutes to whip up."  Comment from Simply Recipes

WOW I have to try this recipe.  I love chili and I love cornbread, they go together so well.  Looks delicious!

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Espresso Cheesecake

 


Photo source:  Mom On Timeout

"Espresso Cheesecake is the perfect dessert for coffee and chocolate lovers! Rich, silky espresso cheesecake sits on an OREO crust and is topped with chocolate ganache, cream cheese frosting swirl, chocolate shavings and espresso beans! Delish!"  Comment from Mom On Timeout

Cheesecake always gets my attention.  Expresso cheesecake sounds delicious and I'd love to try it.

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Monday, January 26, 2026

Creamy Corn Casserole


Photo source:  All Recipes


ORIGINALLY POSTED 6/25/2016



A corn lover's dream casserole!

This recipe has been listed on All Recipe's website for quite some time and has over 2000 reviews.  Most of the reviews are raves about the casserole and many are now including it in their Thanksgiving Meal . . . that is special!

I would not change a thing until I make it the first time.



UPDATE

While the casserole was baking, it made the house smell better than bread baking!

The casserole itself was delicious and we will make it again and again.  Not that it was too plain, but to enhance the flavor, both The Captain and I agreed some pepperjack or cheddar cheese would be awesome . . . some diced peppers would also be great.






Easy Spaghetti and Meatballs

 


Photo source:  Martha Stewart

"Our spaghetti and meatballs recipe makes preparing this classic dish easier than ever. While a pot of water is coming to a boil, combine Parmesan, garlic, breadcrumbs, and an egg with ground beef and mix it gently until well combined. After forming the mixture into balls, you’ll brown them in a pot with a little oil, then add a whole can of crushed tomatoes—no laborious homemade sauce here. Let it simmer while the spaghetti cooks, then combine everything for a hearty, and delicious dinner in under 45 minutes. It doesn’t get easier than that!"  Comment from Martha Stewart.com

I am going to give the sauce a try because it is my belief that using straight up tomato kind of sauce comes out bitter if not cooked for at least an hour or two with the addition of a teaspoon of sugar.  The other thing is that my nana used tomato paste that she would "fry" in the sofrito.  The amount depended on how much sauce to be made.  Small batch would be a tablespoon.  Just my opinion!

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Angel Hair Pasta with Spicy Shrimp




Angel hair pasta is one of my favorite types of pasta.

What I really love . . . it is ready to go from boiling water to plate in 3 or 4 minutes.  When I don't know what I'm hungry for, I start the water boiling with salt and garlic, throw in the Angel Hair Pasta and on the side melt some butter in a little olive oil, add minced garlic.  Drain the pasta, add the butter and garlic mixture and liberally add parmesean cheese.  One of my favorite meals ready within 10 minutes!  Add a salad and some bread and you've got an awesome meal.

But if you want to get a little fancier . . . try Angel Hair Pasta with Spicy Shrimp!  With my version, I saute garlic, green onion, cayenne pepper and dill in a mixture of olive oil and butter, add shrimp and cook for just 4 minutes (or until the shrimp is pink) . . . don't overcook the shrimp!!  Pour over the pasta, add some parmesean cheese . . . mmmm!






Easy Almond Bear Claw

 


Photo recipe:  Mom On Timeout

"Bear claw pastry is one of life’s simple pleasures. Today, I’m making it even easier to enjoy with the help of a puff pastry. Puff pastry is a delicious shortcut that will save you tons of time in the kitchen while still giving you the same, flaky, buttery pastry."  Comment from Mom On Timeout

Delicious puff pastry to the recipe for making this a super easy recipe.  Love almond bear claws so much and the recipe sounds like a winner for me.

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Raspberry Blondies

 


Photo source:  Easy Dessert Recipes

"The magic of these white chocolate raspberry blondies is all in the details. Using frozen raspberries helps them hold their shape while baking, so the bars stay soft instead of turning soggy. The handful of sliced almonds adds just enough crunch without weighing down the batter, creating the perfect balance of soft and chewy. Slightly underbaking the blondies keeps the centers tender, while the edges set beautifully, giving you those bakery-style bites every time."  Comment from Easy Dessert Recipes

These raspberry blondies look very interesting.  I love raspberries and would like to try them.

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Baked Chicken Fajitas


Photo source:  Six Sisters Stuff


"If you are looking for a super simple and tasty dinner recipe, baked chicken fajitas is it! It has all the components of your favorite fajitas but without all of the work."  
Comment from Six Sisters Stuff


When I think of fajitas, the vision of sitting in a Chili's Restaurant with a server passing by with a sizzling plate of fajitas and the intoxicating aroma hits you as it goes by.  It always leaves me wishing that I had ordered fajitas!

I love fajitas the traditional way served with tortillas, but being the rice lover that I am, it is also very much enjoyed over rice.  Either white rice or mexican rice.  Outstanding meal!!  Try it on the side the next time you make fajitas and you won't be sorry (unless you are not a rice lover).

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Cheesecake Brownies

 


Photo source:  Mom On Timeout


"These Cheesecake Brownies are a mouth watering combination of two dessert favorites. Extra fudgy brownies topped with a creamy cheesecake layer makes for an extra impressive dessert that no will be able to resist."  Comment from Trish of Mom On Timeout

Trish has outdone herself on this one.  Using a brownie mix makes it easier and quicker . . . gotta love those semi-homemade recipes.  These brownies look like a winner.

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Boston Cream Pie

 


Photo source:  Glorious Treats

"Boston Cream Pie is an all-American classic that boasts two layers of moist vanilla sponge cake with a silky smooth pastry cream filling sandwiched in between, and it’s all topped with a decadent chocolate ganache. Contrary to it’s name, it’s actually not a pie, but a cake that dates back to the 1800s! It’s one sweet treat that’s both elegant and bursting with flavor!"  Comment from Glorious Treats

Love this cake, but have not had it in years.  Would love to make this!

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Sunday, January 25, 2026

One Pan Spanish Chicken and Rice

 


Photo source:  Le Creme de la Crumb

"Easy one pan Spanish chicken and rice is made with simple seasoning that come together with zesty, bold flavors in this one pot, 30 minute meal."  Comment from Le Creme de la Crumb

Love chicken and rice and this recipe sounds delicious.  Can't have enough of these recipes.

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Chicken Lazone

 


Photo source:  Plain Chicken

"Chicken Lazone – ready in 15 minutes – no prep required! We made this 3 days in a row! Chicken seasoned with salt, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, and cayenne then simmered in butter and heavy cream. Seriously THE BEST!!!"  Comment from Plain Chicken

This chicken looks delicious and I can always use another chicken recipe.

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