Side Dishes

Basic Deviled Eggs Recipe

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Basic Deviled Eggs are a classic side dish that never goes out of style. This simple, old-fashioned recipe has been a favorite in my family for years, made with creamy yolks, mayonnaise, mustard, and just the right touch of seasoning.A delicious, basic recipe for deviled eggs.

They are perfect for cookouts, holidays, and family gatherings, and can easily be customized with additions like relish or bacon. If you are looking for an easy, dependable deviled egg recipe that everyone will love, this is the one to make. Continue reading Basic Deviled Eggs Recipe →

RECIPE COLLECTIONS

CREAM CHEESE DESSERT BARS

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Easy Cream Cheese Dessert Bars ( Old Fashioned Favorites)

A collection of Cream Cheese Dessert Bars, easy recipes with a cake mix crust, creamy filling, and crumble topping.

There is something special about old fashioned dessert bars, especially ones made with a creamy, sweet cream cheese filling.

One of the things I love about these cream cheese dessert bars is how easy they are to make. Many of them start with a cake mix and come together with just a few ingredients, making them perfect for busy days or last minute gatherings.

These simple recipes have been passed down in our family and are still some of the most requested  ones at our holiday gatherings and potlucks. Continue reading CREAM CHEESE DESSERT BARS →

Desserts

BERRY LEMON MASCARPONE COOKIE TART

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Berry Lemon Mascarpone Cookie Tart is made with a sugar cookie crust that is filled with sweetened mascarpone cheese, lemon curd, and topped with fresh berries.

Berry Lemon Mascarpone Cookie Tart is a rich yet refreshing dessert that’s perfect for spring and summer gatherings. This would be great to serve on Mother’s Day.

This beautiful tart starts with a refrigerated sugar cookie dough crust that is layered with sweetened mascarpone cheese, homemade lemon curd, and then topped with a colorful assortment of fresh fruit.

It’s the kind of dessert that feels special without being complicated. Continue reading BERRY LEMON MASCARPONE COOKIE TART →

Main Course, Main Dishes

BAKED STEAK IN GRAVY

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Baked Steak is the ultimate comfort food. Cubed steak, seasoned and fried to a light brown on each side.  Steaks are arranged in a baking dish and smothered with gravy then baked slowly until tender and full of flavor.

Baked Steak is the ultimate comfort food.

My family always requests this at our family Christmas dinner, along with the other meats that we serve. It is a simple, hearty dish that has been loved for generations. Continue reading BAKED STEAK IN GRAVY →

Pasta/Pizza

SAUSAGE-SPINACH LASAGNA ROLL-UPS

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These Sausage-Spinach Lasagna Roll-ups are a great variation on lasagna. They are easy to serve and the leftovers freeze well.Sausage-Spinach Lasagna Roll-ups are a mixture of cheeses, egg, baby spinach, and sausage spread on lasagna noodles. They are rolled up,covered with pasta sauce and topped with more cheese and baked.

Sausage-Spinach Lasagna Roll-ups
A mixture of ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan cheese, egg, baby spinach, and sausage spread on lasagna noodles. They are rolled up, covered with pasta sauce, topped with more cheese and baked.   Continue reading SAUSAGE-SPINACH LASAGNA ROLL-UPS →

Salads, Side Dishes

CUCUMBER AND CHICKPEA SALAD

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Cucumber and Chickpea Salad is a colorful and easy to make summer salad or side dish made with chickpeas, cucumbers, tomatoes, peppers, onions and provolone cheese. It is drizzled with a tangy dressing and chilled. Cucumber and Chickpea Salad is a fresh and colorful summer salad or side dish made with chickpeas, cucumbers, tomatoes, peppers, onions, and provolone cheese. It is then tossed in a tangy homemade dressing.

This easy salad is perfect for cookouts, picnics, and light summer meals.  It’s packed with flavor, simple to prepare, and always a crowd favorite.  
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Main Dishes

STUFFED CAPRESE CHICKEN BREASTS

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These Stuffed Caprese Chicken Breasts are perfect for any week night dinner, or special enough to serve to guests.

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STUFFED CAPRESE CHICKEN BREASTS have a creamy filling of 3 cheeses, bacon, baby spinach, and parsley that make this dish so juicy. It is  baked and then topped with a balsamic tomato-basil topping. Continue reading STUFFED CAPRESE CHICKEN BREASTS →

Breakfast/Brunch

GARDEN FRESH BRUNCH TART

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This Garden Fresh Brunch Tart is one of those easy recipes that always turns out beautifully—and tastes just as good as it looks.

A delicious garden fresh brunch tart filled with fresh veggies, eggs and cheese. Perfect way to use those summer vegetables.

I love making tarts, quiche, and frittatas because they are so versatile and convenient. You can prepare them ahead of time, then simply warm them up when you’re ready to serve. This particular tart has become a favorite in our home, and my husband always gives it a big thumbs up.

Years ago, when my husband was involved in drag racing, I would send along meals that could easily be reheated in the RV at the track. This brunch tart was one of the recipes the guys always enjoyed—it travels well, reheats beautifully, and is filling without being too heavy.

Made with fresh vegetables, eggs, and cheese in a flaky crust, this tart is perfect for a weekend brunch, a light lunch, or even cut into smaller pieces and served as an appetizer. Continue reading GARDEN FRESH BRUNCH TART →

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