Roasted Pork with Cajun Slaw
Ingredients 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons packed brown sugar 1 large pork tenderloin (about 1 ½ pounds) Kosher salt 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil ½ cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons Creole or whole grain mustard Juice of 1 lemon 2 tablespoons drained horseradish 1 12-ounce package of broccoli […]
Crispy Chicken Strips with Salad
Ingredients 2/3 cup mayonnaise 1/3 cup fresh dill chopped 2 teaspoons mustard powder 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice Kosher salt and ground pepper 1 ¼ cups breadcrumb 1 cup finely grated sharp cheddar cheese 2 large eggs 1 cup vegetable oil 1 ¼ pounds boneless skinless chicken beast cut into wide strips 1 5- ounce […]
Gingerbread Pancakes
Ingredients 1 ½ cups all purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder ¼ teaspoon baking soda ¼ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon ground dried ginger 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 egg ¼ cup molasses 1 ½ cups water Directions: 1) Wisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ginger, and cinnamon in a bowl., set aside. Beat […]
Holiday Brunch Casserole
Ingredients 1 pound bacon 2 chopped onions 2 cups fresh slice mushrooms 1 tablespoon butter 4 cups frozen hash brown potatoes thawed 1 teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon granulated garlic ½ teaspoon ground black pepper 4 eggs 1 ½ cups milk 1 pinch dried parsley 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Directions: 1. Place bacon in a […]
Brown Sugar Coffee Cake
Ingredients 1 cup sliced toasted almonds 2 cups (packed) light brown sugar 2 cups flour ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon baking soda 1 cup sour cream 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 2 sticks (8 oz.) unsalted butter at room temperature 6 eggs at room temperature Directions: 1. Position a rack in the middle of the […]
5 Easy Holiday Appetizers
1) Blue Cheese Pecan Spread Mix ½ cup soft blue cheese with 2 tablespoons chopped toasted pecans. Spread on celery or crackers and drizzle with honey 2) Deviled Crab Torts Mix ½ pound crabmeat, 3 tablespoons mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, lemon juice and chopped parsley, ¼ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, salt hot sauce to taste. […]
Thanksgiving Trimmings
Basic Mashed Potatoes Recipe: 1) Put 2 pounds whole peeled russet or Yukon gold potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water, add 2 tablespoons kosher salt. Bring to a simmer and cook until potatoes are tender about 45 minutes. 2) Drain potatoes, then peel and return to the pan, add 1 cup hot […]
All About Turkey
How to Buy a Turkey: Plan on 1 to 1 ½ pounds of turkey per person. For big groups, consider roasting 2 smaller birds; they’ll cook more evenly. Choose from self-basting, natural, free range, kosher or organic turkeys. How to Thaw your Turkey: Defrost a frozen turkey in its wrapping on a rimmed baking sheet […]
Gluten-Free Jalapeno Cornbread
Gluten free doesn’t have to mean taste free! Try this great jalapeno cheddar cornbread or make your own gluten free recipe following the guidelines in this week’s article and then send it to us! Bon Appetit! Larry G.  Ingredients 1 Tablespoon unsalted butter 1 cup gluten-free all purpose flour blend 1 cup finely ground cornmeal […]
Popcorn Balls
When I was a kid and went trick or treating I loved it when I got a popcorn ball. You don’t see them very often but when I do it makes me smile. So if you want to make me a treat here is a simple recipe. – Bon Appetit! Larry G. Ingredients ¾ cup […]
Easy Pecan Pie
Autumn is upon us bringing the beautiful colors of a Midwest fall and the smell of fresh baked pie. This pecan pie is simple and delicious and is perfect warmed up for these chilly nights. – Bon Appetit! Larry G. Ingredients 1/2 cup brown sugar 1 cup corn syrup ¼ cup white sugar ½ cup […]
Extreme Nachos
Just a reminder the carnival I am running is at Stacy Park September 28-30 go to olivetteonthego.com for more information. Football season is FINALLY here, and we’ve got the BEST nacho recipe for extreme snacking. – Bon Appetit! Larry G. Ingredients 1 pound ground beef 1 (1.25 ounce) taco seasoning mix ¾ cup water 18 […]
