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Welcome to my recipe index where I share my families most favorite meals. Most of these recipes are just so darn tasty that I have repeated them enough times that I discovered where to cut corners, making convenient substitutions that allow me to get dinner served in less than an hour and some in under 30 minutes.
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Monte Cristo Sandwich
Who remembers the Monte Cristo Sandwich at Bennigans? It was layers of deli meat, battered and deep-fried, then served with raspberry jam...
Mar 26, 20213 min read
Cocktail Crab Cakes
Some people may look at this list of ingredients and assume it's long and complicated. Please stop and look again, you likely have...
Dec 19, 20204 min read
Hatch Green Chile Pork Stew
If you are lucky enough to have stocked up on hatch chiles in your freezer, I have the perfect recipe to showcase this unique ingredient - s
Sep 26, 20204 min read
Jello Shots
I always thought jello shots were complicated, and I was pleasantly surprised once I started experimenting with them how easy they are to ma
Sep 19, 20202 min read
Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas
Preparing enchiladas can be a labor-intensive effort, but it doesn't have to be. This recipe streamlines the process.
Sep 19, 20203 min read
Enchilada Dip
Enchilada Dip! I get asked for the recipe every time, and my friends are always shocked to learn one surprising element in this appetizer.
Sep 13, 20201 min read
Restaurant Style Mexican Rice
Does anyone else love Tex-Mex as much as I do? I could eat it breakfast, lunch, and dinner and never tire of the flavors! To be honest,...
Aug 21, 20202 min read
Ham Ball
When I married Jim I became a part of the Begley family and have been introduced to many new traditions as well as food items they grew...
Dec 5, 20191 min read
Egg Noodles and Pork
We can file this recipe under "too simple to possibly be good," and that is precisely what I love about it. My entire family gobbled it...
Dec 5, 20192 min read
Winter Beef Stew
This Winter Beef Stew is far superior to any beef stew I have ever had. The chunks of beef are braised with red wine, balsamic vinegar,...
Oct 14, 20193 min read
Mac and Cheese
This is my kids favorite Mac and Cheese, and for good reason. I use shells because they serve as little cups that hold creamy cheese in...
Oct 14, 20191 min read
Taco Soup
A friend of mine recently asked me for this recipe, and I was reminded that I had not posted it to this web site yet. Shame! Since it's a...
Oct 11, 20192 min read
Oatmeal Jam Bars
My close friends know I do not like fruit in my dessert. While you may think this is crazy talk, I have met several people who agree with...
Oct 4, 20192 min read
Creamy Chicken and Dumplings
It may be triple digits in Texas, but the calendar claims it is officially Fall. While I have to wait to incorporate scarves into my...
Sep 23, 20194 min read
Crab Tostadas
Crab anything sounds intimidating and fancy, doesn't it? I think it is necessary to spend the extra money for lump crabmeat, sold in...
Aug 18, 20191 min read
Easy Black Bean Soup
Sometimes recipes are developed over time, after many failures and "close, but not there yet" attempts. I made this Black Bean Soup to...
Aug 18, 20191 min read
Seared Scallops with Pickled Peppers and Onions
Scallops can be a little pricey but if you watch, they do go on sale every now and then. This was one of those times that Whole Foods was...
Aug 14, 20192 min read
Funky and Famous Pork Tenderloin with Vietnamese Brussels Sprouts
This meal includes two of my favorite condiments: hot chile-garlic paste and fish sauce. I think they should be a part of every pantry!...
Aug 10, 20192 min read
Curried Turkey and Zucchini Meatballs
This recipe comes from a chef that I just adore watching in the kitchen, Nigella Lawson. There is something so incredibly attractive...
Aug 7, 20192 min read
Chocolate Chip Cast Iron Skillet Cookie
Have you ever dug into a warm ooey gooey chocolate chip skillet cookie? It is heaven! This is an easy recipe for that restaurant-style...
Jul 12, 20192 min read
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