Sizzling Shrimp Stir Fry

This recipe covers two of my favorite type of meals . . . shrimp and Chinese stir fry.

Mr. Food.com continues to provide the absolute best recipes ever.

Click here to go to the recipe source page and do yourself a favor and check out all the awesome recipes on the website.

Churro Cheesecake

 

Photo source: The Recipe Critic

Another recipe to add to my cheesecake collection!

I think in another life I owned a bakery that specializes in cheesecake.  They are my favorite!  There was a time when everyone got a gift of some type of cheesecake for special occasions.  Cheesecake type of desserts are what I always bring to a party.

I can't wait to try this recipe to see if it really tastes like a churro, which is another one of my favorite dessert snacks.  They look more like cheesecake bars than cheesecake, but that won't stop me from making it!  Actually, I prefer cheesecake bars to take to a party.

Click here to go to the recipe from The Recipe Critic.

Chicken Pot Pie Recipe Collection

 
Chicken Pot Pie from Camirras Kitchen

Chicken Pot Pie is one of my favorite meals that I could probably eat every day.  I can't say that about most meals.

Following is a list of many versions of Chicken Pot Pie from reliable websites.  I can't believe there are so many!  If you love Chicken Pot Pie like I do, check out these awesome recipes!

Classic Chicken Pot Pie - Betty Crocker

Easy Chicken Pot Pie - Betty Crocker

Homemade Chicken Pot Pie - Betty Crocker

Gluten-Free Hearty Chicken Pot Pie - Betty Crocker

Tater Tots Chicken Pot Pie - Betty Crocker

Chicken Pot Pie - Betty Crocker

Hearty Chicken Pot Pie - Betty Crocker

Buffalo Chicken Pot Pie with Cheddar Biscuits - Betty Crocker

Slow Cooker Upside-Down Chicken Pot Pie - Betty Crocker

Skillet Spinach Alfredo Chicken Pot Pie - Betty Crocker

Crescent Chicken Pot Pie - Betty Crocker

Gluten-Free Chicken and Vegetable Pot Pie - Betty Crocker

Chicken and Biscuits Pot Pie - Betty Crocker

Chicken Pot Pie with Herb and Cheddar Crust - Betty Crocker 

Mini Chicken Pot Pie - Betty Crocker

Chicken Pie from Trisha Yearwood - Food Network

Chicken Pot Pie from Ina Garten - Food Network

Chicken Pot Pie from Pioneer Woman

Chicken Pot Pie - Natasha's Kitchen

Homestyle Pot Pie from Paula Deen

Quick and Easy Chicken Pot Pie from Paula Deen

Classic Chicken Pot Pie from Paula Deen

Classic Chicken Pot Pie Recipe from Everyday Cheapskate

 

Freezer Maintenance

Organize Your Freezer Like A Pro

Freezer Maintenance is a problem for me despite my best intentions.  Once it is a mess, I don't know where to start, but I'm hoping these videos and links to informative articles will be helpful to achieve freezer organization.  

I'll add more links and videos as I find them.

Free Printable Freezer Inventory Sheets

The Best Way To Keep Trace Of What Is In Your Freezer

The Absolute Best Way to Organize Any Freezer (and Keep It That Way, Once and for All)

The Ultimate Freezer Organization Guide

Jalapeno Popper Appetizers

 

Seems like everyone loves jalapeno peppers!  Our jalapeno poppers are always a hit when we take them to a party.  The beauty of our version is that they are so fast and easy to make. 

Makes 12 jalapeno poppers

6 medium jalapeno peppers
1 package cream cheese
bacon

Split the jalapeno peppers lengthwise, removing seeds and membrane.

Fill each half with cream cheese.

Wrap with bacon (we use 1/2 slice of bacon for each popper)

Place on foil wrapped baking sheet in preheated 400 degree oven.

Bake until bacon is crisp about 15 to 20 minutes . . . depends on your oven

If you take them to a party and they cool too much by the time you get there, heat in the microwave around 1-2 minutes.

   

Pecan Pie Cheesecake

 

Cheesecake is my go-to dessert for any special celebration.  This Pecan Pie Cheesecake may become my new favorite cheesecake version.

Description from Maria's Mixing Bowl:

"Rich, creamy, and packed with warm fall flavors, this Pecan Pie Cheesecake is the ultimate dessert. With a cinnamon graham cracker crust, velvety cheesecake center, and gooey pecan topping, it’s perfect for holidays, gatherings, or anytime you’re craving something indulgent."

Click here to go to the recipe at Maria's Mixing Bowl.  Subscribe to her newsletter for more great recipes.

Your Guide to Rotisserie Chicken: Meals, Storage, and More

 

Rotisserie chicken has become a convenient and economical way to quickly prepare delicious meals.  It is widely available at grocery stores.  You can also make roasted chicken at home.  A good idea is to set time aside to make a couple of roasted chickens to have ready as needed.  Make them, cut them up and freeze them is a smart thing to do.

Check out Mary Hunt's informative article on everything you need to know about rotisserie chickens from her blog Everyday Cheapsake.  

Click here to go to the article.  While you are on her blog, subscribe to her newsletter . . . you will be glad you did.  I've been subscribed for many years and is one of my favorite blogs.

Broccoli Cheese Rice Casserole

 

Love rice casseroles and this one is fast, healthy and easy!  Perfect for vegetarians . . . I could make this a whole meal.

Check out this recipe and more from The Seasoned Mom on You Tube or her blog.

Homemade Waffles

 

Who doesn't love waffles?  Not only are they a delicious breakfast,  but everything you need to make them are probably already in your pantry.  Fast and easy!

Blair has all kinds of information about waffles on her page.  Check out her informative blog for lots of homemade meals and more. 

Source . . . click on the source link for the recipe.

Check out The Seasoned Mom on You Tube here.

Caramel Apple Crumble Pie

Anything with caramel and apples gets my attention!  

The only think I would change is using lard, I just think it is way too unhealthy.  I would replace it with Crisco.

This recipe has been in my recipe collection for decades that I got from a newspaper or magazine.

Enjoy!

Ingredients

½ cup Rolled oats
¼ cup Brown sugar
¼ cup All-purpose flour
¼ cup TENDERFLAKE® Lard, cubed
½ tsp Cinnamon
½ tsp Nutmeg
Pinch of salt
1 can Apple Pie Filling
1/3 cup Ready prepared caramel sauce
1 TENDERFLAKE® Perfect Pastry for a 9-inch (23 cm) pie shell



Ingredients for Pie Shell:

2 cups Cake and pastry flour OR
1¾ cups All-purpose flour
¾ tsp Salt
¾ cup TENDERFLAKE® Lard
4 to 6 tbsp Cold water



Directions

PREHEAT oven to 400°F (200°C).

PREPARE pastry shell following these easy steps:

MIX together flour and salt.

CUT in lard with pastry blender or two knives until mixture resembles coarse oatmeal. Gradually add water to mixture. Add only enough water to make dough cling together.

GATHER into a ball and divide into two portions.

ROLL out each portion on lightly floured surface. If dough is sticking, chill ½ hour.

TRANSFER dough to pie plate. Trim and flute shells or crust.

COMBINE the oats, ¼ cup brown sugar, flour and TENDERFLAKE® Lard in a mixing bowl. Work the ingredients by hand until a rough crumble is achieved. Set aside.

GENTLY fold ¼ cup brown sugar and spices into apple pie filling. Pour the apple mixture into pie shell and spread evenly.

DRIZZLE caramel sauce over the pie filling. Top with the oat crumble mixture.

BAKE in preheated oven for 20 minutes. 

Lower oven temperature to 375°F(190°C) and continue baking for 25 to 30 minutes or until the top is bubbling and golden brown. 

Allow to cool and serve.

Source:  Maple Leaf Foods Inc. 

Raspberry Cream Danish

 

Puff pastry makes fast and delicious desserts that looks like you spent hours on it.  Raspberries are a delicious fruit and are featured in the cream cheese filling.

This recipe comes from the Mr. Food website . . . one of my favorites!

Holiday Cabbage Casserole

 

Photo source: Mr. Food

In an effort to maintain a healthy food lifestyle, I've recently searched for recipes that utilize vegetables and adapt them toward healthier meals.  This recipe caught my attention since I have been meaning to start using cabbage in my meals.

This recipe comes from the Mr. Food website, which is one of my favorites.

Smothered Pork Chops in Slow Cooker

 

These pork chops look delicious . . . bring on the mashed potatoes!

Check out Kitchen Sanctuary for more awesome recipes.

9 Chicken Casseroles

Many of these recipes are chicken-a-la-kingish and since that is one of my favorite meals, I can't wait to try some of these recipes.

If you like these recipes, consider subscribing to Jennifer's You Tube Channel, Cook Clean Repeat . . . you will love it.  It is one of my favorites and I highly recommend it!

13 Ways to Use Crescent Roll Dough (Chicken Dumplings, Donuts & More)

 

Nicole has several videos on YouTube about using Crescent Roll Dough and Pizza Dough that are fast and easy, but more importantly, they look delicious.  I plan on trying them soon since it looks like it will be easy to adapt to cooking for one person.

I have subscribed to her YouTube Channel and love most of those recipes.  Subscribe here.

https://www.allrecipes.com

Olive Garden Chicken Alfredo Spaghetti Pie-Copycat Recipe

 

I love Olive Garden but never had this dish.  

For sure I will be trying this recipe.

Love the blog Clarks Condensed which covers so much more than recipes.  Check it out!

Click here for the source recipe page.

Red Beans and Rice

 

Photo source: Lana's Cooking

Anything beans and rice is ok with me!

I'm not sure about the tomatoes, but I will trust Lana and at least try it.

Check out her blog . . . click here for the recipe page.

Skinny Rotisserie Chicken and Grits Casserole

 

Photo source: The Seasoned Mom

I have never put cream cheese in grits, but it sounds like a good idea to try.  

I'm not convinced about bbq sauce for a garnish!

Click here to go to the recipe page at The Seasoned Mom.

 

Homemade Cracker Barrel Chicken and Dumplings

 

Photo source: All Free Copycat Recipes

The perfect comfort food that comes from Cracker Barrel Restaurant, one of my favorites.  I've had this dish many times at the restaurant.  It will be awesome to make it myself.

Click here for the source recipe page with more photos and complete description from the website All Free Copycat Recipes.

Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Pot Pie

 

Photo source; Bake at Midnite

Love biscuits and gravy with sausage, they are one of my favorite comfort foods.  This recipe is fast and easy, but if time is not a problem, I would make homemade biscuits.

Check out Judith's food blog, Bake at Midnite for lots of awesome recipes.  Go to the recipe source page, click here.