Sunday, February 8, 2026

Foods You Shouldn’t Reheat in a Microwave

 


Photo source:  Readers Digest

"A microwave does not cook food evenly, which often means that any bacteria present in the reheated foods will survive. Then there’s the problem of microwave blasts directly contributing to the production of carcinogenic toxins. To minimize microwave risks, don’t use it to cook or warm these 10 foods."  Comment:  Readers Digest

Very interesting article with some surprises . . . things I do all the time.  

Click here to go to the Readers Digest article.



Copycat Taco Bell Grilled Cheese Burrito

 


Photo source:  Taste of Home

"This copycat Taco Bell grilled cheese burrito tastes just like the original. No need to leave the house next time you have a craving!"  Comment from Taste of Home

You will love these burritos if you love tex-mex!

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




Jalapeno Poppers

 


Photo source:  Favorite Family Recipes


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.




ANOTHER RECIPE

"If you need a crowd pleasing appetizer that disappears fast, these Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers are it. Jalapeño halves get stuffed with a creamy, cheesy filling, then wrapped in bacon and cooked until crispy. They are perfect for game day, parties, holidays, or honestly just a Friday night snack with ranch."  Comment from Favorite Family Recipes.

Click here to go to the Favorite Family Recipes recipe page to get their recipe, photo shown above.

   

Sausage Biscuit Pinwheels (With Canned Biscuits)

 


Photo source:  Plain Chicken

"These Sausage Biscuit Pinwheels are a staple at our house. We’ve been making these for years! They are effortless to make and taste fantastic! There are only two ingredients in this recipe – sausage and canned biscuits. SO simple yet SO delicious! People go crazy over these things whenever I take them to a party. I usually double the recipe and never have any leftovers. You must give these a try ASAP!"  Comment from Plain Chicken

Fast, easy and delicious pinwheels! Love another semi-homemade recipe made with canned biscuits.

Click here to go to the Plain Chicken recipe page.



Friday, February 6, 2026

Sheet Pan Mojo Chicken

 


Recipe source:  Savoring Italy

"This Sheet Pan Mojo Chicken is the perfect weeknight meal. It is marinated in a garlic, citrus marinade and is a meal prep dream! This sheet pan chicken recipe is low-carb, paleo and Whole30. Mojo chicken is tender, juicy and always a hit with the family!"  Comment from Savoring Italy

One of my favorite chicken meals.  I usually make this in a skillet with similar ingredients.  Happy to have an oven version.

Click here to go to the Savoring Italy recipe page.



Slider Recipes from Food Network

 

Photo source:  The Food Network

"Whether they’re filled with burgers, pulled pork or meatballs, sliders are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser at any party, backyard barbecue or tailgate."  Comment from The Food Network

Click here for an impressive collection of slider recipes from The Food Network.



Crispy Air Fryer Egg Rolls

 


Photo source:  The Recipe Critic

"Egg Roll lovers, this Air Fryer Egg Roll Recipe is for you! Crispy, crunchy outside, tender filling inside, without the extra fat of frying or drying out from oven cooking. These are what you have been waiting for!"  Comment from The Recipe Critic

Egg rolls are one of my favorites and I am so happy to have a recipe that I can prepare in my air fryer instead of deep frying.  Looks like a winner!  Great choice as appetizers for parties.

Click here to go to The Recipe Critic recipe page.