Fluffy Apple Dip

I got this recipe from Real Mom Kitchen, who got it from Simple and Delicious, and I’ve made it twice since Halloween.  It’s yummy and different.
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon peanut butter
1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (I used 1 full teaspoon)
1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow creme
Assorted apple wedges
In a small bowl, beat [...]

Greek Chicken

Easy dinner I’m just putting out here to remind myself about.  It’s really easy and most of the ingredients are normal pantry staples.  We sauteed chicken breasts (or your can grill them), then I put a bit of Caesar Vinegratte on the warm chicken, after it was cooked, and topped with about a cup of [...]

Orange Beef and Broccoli

This was good, but not fabulous. I’m posting it even though it’s not 5 stars because it’s so fast, and good enough that I’m sure we’ll have it again because it’s so quick and easy.
12 oz (-ish) broccoli florets
1/3 cup beef broth
1/3 orange marmalade
2 T soy sauce
1/4 t salt
2 T cornstarch
1 (1 lb) cube steak, [...]

Crockpot Ranch Pork Roast

Love this.  Costco has pork roasts in a 3 pack for $1.99/lb.  Stick one roast in the crockpot with some water (maybe 2 cups?) and 1/2 a packet of dry ranch dressing.  That’s IT.  We love it best with PW’s Crash Hot Potatoes or Parmesean Sweet Potatoes and rolls or french bread on the side.

Mexican Noodle Casserole

I tried this recipe mostly because 1) I was curious, but didn’t think it could be good (who puts noodles in Mexican food?), and 2) if it turned out half way decent, it was going to be a great food storage recipe.   The flavor turned out to be really good, the kids loved it, but [...]

Loaded Baked Potatoes

I think we’ll do loaded baked potatoes for dinner tonight.  It’s still cold and snowy and something warm and low effort sounds perfect. I thought I’d make a list of toppings that we like and that sound good – did I miss your favorite?  Let me know!
broccoli
melted cheddar
bacon crumbles
tomatoes
green onions
chili
black beans
kidney beans
bleu cheese (with the [...]

German Chocolate Brownies

from Melanee
1 box of german chocolate cake mix
1 tub of coconut pecan frosting
2/3 c butter
1 c chocolate chips
1/4 c milk
Combine cake mix and butter.  Press half the mixture into a 9X13 pan and bake at3 50 for 10 minutes.
Remove from the oven and spread the frosting, then sprinkle the chocolate chips.  Add the milk to [...]

Carmel Dipping Sauce

Perfect for apples
8 ounces softened cream cheese
1/4 CUP sugar
3/4 CUP brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
Mix well and enjoy.  Halves easily.  Keep leftovers in the fridge.

homemade bisquick

I keep running out of the mix, here’s a substitute:
8 c. all-purpose flour
1/3 c. baking powder
2 tsp. salt
8 tsp. sugar (optional)
1 c. Crisco
Blend in mixer with whisk until resembles fine crumb.  Store in airtight container in fridge or cool pantry.

Country Chicken with Gravy

from Light and Tasty

3/4 cup crushed cornflakes
1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons fat-free evaporated milk
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
2 teaspoons canola oil
GRAVY:
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup fat-free evaporated milk
1/4 cup condensed chicken broth, undiluted
1 teaspoon sherry or [...]