In my book, a great steakhouse has to nail every dish throughout the meal, and that includes the side salad. I want a refreshing crunch and memorable flavor! A restaurant that really gets this right is the North Woods Inn Salad. Their salad is all about the homemade dressing and sure to have diners asking, … Read more
If you’re looking for a sweet treat that’s just a little different from your usual cookie, these Pecan Dandy Do’s are exactly the thing to whip up. With a salty base of a classic Ritz cracker and a decadent scoop of homemade caramel and pecans on top, these treats are bound to be a new … Read more
Cinnamon Roll Poke Cake are hard to resist for a few reasons: One, the ooey-gooey center; two, the delicious cinnamon filling; three, the cream cheese frosting. (You knew that last one was coming, didn’t you?) While we all love a treat like that for breakfast, it also makes complete sense to bring those three irresistible … Read more
Ingredients 1 (14 oz) smoked sausage (kielbasa or andouille), sliced into rounds 2 lbs russet or Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and diced 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup 1 cup sour cream 1/2 cup whole milk 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1/2 teaspoon … Read more
These Southern sausage biscuits deliver everything you love about down-home breakfast cooking in one satisfying package. The fluffy buttermilk biscuits split open to reveal savory sausage patties that are perfectly seasoned and juicy, creating that classic combination that has fueled Southern mornings for generations. What makes this recipe particularly valuable is how it transforms simple … Read more
Crockpot Ribs are one of my favorite truly easy ways to make the most delicious pork ribs for any occasion, any time of year. I’ve made this slow cooker ribs recipe super simple! I’ve perfected the art of cooking fall-off-the-bone ribs in a crockpot, making them perfect to serve on game day, at BBQs, or … Read more
This is the Perfect Turkey Gravy Recipe with instructions to make it with or without drippings. All you need is butter, flour, black pepper, chicken or turkey stock, and/or drippings! It is perfect for feeding a crowd on Thanksgiving. INGREDIENTS ½ cup butter cut into 8 pieces 1 tsp coarse black pepper ½ cup all-purpose flour 4 cups pan drippings OR 4 cups chicken stock … Read more
Creamy Seafood Salad with Imitation Crab – Three summers ago, I was at this beach rental with my family and we ran out of meal ideas by day four. Found some imitation crab in the fridge that nobody claimed, had mayo and celery, and just started throwing stuff together. Ended up with this salad that … Read more
This Shrimp Scampi with Spaghetti recipe is sure to cure your craving for Italian seafood, though. Super simple and completed quickly, makes this a good choice even for a busy weeknight. Ingredients 8 oz. Linguine pasta 1 lb. Shrimp , peeled, deveined with the tails on or off 1 Tbsp. Olive oil 4 tsp. Minced garlic ¼ C. White cooking wine ½ tsp. Oregano ½ C. Chicken broth ¼ C. Parsley, Chopped 2 Tbsp. Basil , Fresh, chopped … Read more
This easy Paris Brest recipe, or cream puff wreath, is one of my favorite recipes to make when I want to create a show-stopping dessert for guests. Made with choux pastry, custard, and homemade whipped cream, you’re bound to love this indulgent French dessert! Ingredients for the pate a choux pastry dough 1 cup water … Read more