These beefy meatballs with a tangy beer bbq sauce are a classic appetizer that is perfect for parties. Made with ground beef and a delicious sauce made from ketchup, brown sugar, white wine vinegar and Worcestershire along with spices you likely have in your pantry. This simmers until thick creating a delicious beefy and saucy snack.
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A delicious and simple tomato pasta made with fresh cherry or grape tomatoes, fresh garlic and basil. This pasta sauce cooks itself all day sitting in a bowl on your counter with fresh Kosher salt making a savory sauce you toss your cooked pasta in. This will be a new Summer favorite.
Start your mornings like a 1950's housewife. This 1950's housewife morning routine will have you feeling productive all day long. I find a morning routine to be essential to a good and productive day. I
Hi Beauties! Every month in The Balanced Life Sisterhood (my online Pilates membership program for busy women like you) we have a mission – a special focus on one area of life where we want to grow and improve in an effort to care for our mental and emotional health. This month’s mission is all about simplifying. So […]
I am posting some of my classic recipe copy cats that I have improved and worked on... Tito's Taco Salsa Recipe Ingredients: 8 roma tomatoes 1.5 small pickled jalapenos One pickled carrot from the jalapeno can One thin slice of white onion Juice from 1/4 lime about a tsp of salt ten or so dashes of pepper (too much overpowers the other flavors) I use my chop wizard and chop it all up into very small squares... then the secret is that you have to let it sit in the fridge for 24 hours. Shredded Beef for Burritos Ingredients: 2 pounds roast beef 3 cans Coke (NOT diet, big suprise) 1/4 c. brown sugar dash garlic salt 1/4 c. water 1 can sliced green chilies 3/4 can RED enchilada sauce (I used Old El Paso brand, medium spiciness) 1 c. brown sugar Throw it all in the crock pot for about 4 to 6 hours CILANTRO-LIME RICE Ingredients: 1 c. uncooked rice 1 tsp. butter or margarine 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp. freshly squeezed lime juice 1 can (15 oz) chicken broth 1 cup water 1 Tbsp. freshly squeezed lime juice 2 tsp. sugar 3 tablespoons fresh chopped cilantro Put it all in the rice cooker CILANTRO RANCH Ingredients: 1 packet TRADITIONAL Hidden Valley Ranch mix (not BUTTERMILK) 1 c. mayonnaise 1 c. buttermilk (if you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own our milk into a one-cup measuring cup then Add 1 tablespoon of white vinegar) 2 tomatillos, remove husk, diced 1/2 bunch of fresh cilantro 1 clove garlic juice of 1 lime 1 pickled jalapeno (make sure it is pickled from the can) Combine everything and then it has to sit in the fridge for a couple of hours Ginger Salad Dressing-Japanese Combine all the ingredients in a blender for 30 second Ingredients: 1/2 cup onion, minced 1/2 cup peanut oil 1/3 cup rice vinegar 2 tablespoons water 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced 2 tablespoons celery, minced 2 tablespoons ketchup 4 teaspoons soy sauce 2 teaspoons sugar 2 teaspoons lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepperJust combine all at once and shake shake shake Pink Sauce from Tokyo Wako Ingredients: 1 cup Best Foods mayonnaise 3 teaspoons paprika 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon water 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon powdered ginger salt Just combine all at once and shake shake shake Wisconsin Cauliflower Soup 2 tablespoons margarine or butter (1/4 stick) 1 medium onion, chopped 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 cups milk 1 can (13 3/4 to 14 1/2 ounces) chicken broth 1 head (2 1/2 pounds) cauliflower, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (I just used regular mustard and it was fine) 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1 cup pepper jack cheese Country Pasta with Mozzarella 8 oz. uncooked rigatoni (I used penne and it was wonderful) 8 slices bacon, cut in 1 inch pieces (I used real bacon pieces from Costco) 2 c. broccoli flowerets 1/2 tsp. minced garlic 2 c. shredded Mozzarella cheese 1/4 c. Parmesan cheese (I used real Parmesean) pinch of cayenne pepper 1/4 c. chopped parsley (I used much less) TEXAS ROAD HOUSE SWEET YEAST ROLLS – Copy Cat 1 1/2 pkg. active dry yeast 1/2 cup warm water 2 cups milk- scalded and cooled to lukewarm 3 tablespoons of melted butter - cooled 1/2 cup sugar 2 quart all purpose flour -- 2 whole eggs 2 tsp. salt Soften yeast in warm water with a teaspoon of sugar. Add yeast, milk, sugar and enough flour to make a medium batter. Beat thoroughly. Let stand until light and foamy. Add melted butter, eggs and salt. Beat well. Add enough flour to form soft dough. Sprinkle small amount of flour on counter and let dough rest. Meanwhile, clean and dry bowl; grease clean surface of bow. Knead dough until smooth and satiny. Put in greased bowl; turn over to grease top. Cover; let rise in warm place until double in bulk. Punch down. Turn out on floured board. Divide into portions for shaping; let rest 10 minutes. Shape dough into desired forms. Place on greased baking sheets. Let rise until doubled. Bake at 350 degrees F for 10-15 minutes (until golden brown). Baste immediately with butter Yield: 5 to 6 dozen (depending on the size - I made mine kind of big and got about 3 dozen)
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This recipe for Challah was in the "Cuisinart’s The Connoisseur's Choice” fall 1992 newsletter. We like egg bread, and I had an overabundance of eggs, so I tried about the only bread recipe from these leaflets that I hadn’t baked before. I’ve been working on improving my braiding, I suspect I still have a way to go, but my loaves are looking better. The dough was very easy to work with. This bread is slightly sweet and delicious. I made it without raisins, and we used a whole loaf to make great French toast and I had to make another loaf for sliced bread and regular toast – although nothing about this recipe could be called ‘regular’. I have made it again just for French toast - it is excellent! Challah 3 1/4 cups Bread Flour -- 14 3/4 ounces 1 1/2 teaspoons Salt 1 package Instant Yeast – 2 teaspoons 3 tablespoons Sugar 2/3 cup Water -- 120-125° 1/3 cup Salad Oil 1 large Egg 3/8 cup Raisins -- optional Glaze 1 large Egg 1/8 teaspoon Salt Mix flour, salt, yeast and sugar until just combined, 2-3 pulses. Combine hot water, oil and egg, pouring through small feed tube in a steady steam. Mix until dough forms a ball and cleans the side of the bowl. Continue processing for 60 seconds to knead. Add raisins through small feed tube whil machine is running during last 30 seconds of kneading. Let rest in covered bowl of food processor for 10 minutes. Punch dough down on a slightly floured surface. If braiding, divide into 3 equal pieces (about 9 ounces) for each loaf. Roll into a cylinder, about 1 1/2" x 15" long. Braid gently, tuck ends under. Preheat oven to 375°. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 20-25 minutes. Brush egg with salt and egg mixture. Bake in lower 1/3 of oven for 20 minutes. Lower temperature to 350° and bake 10 minutes more. 2012 Cost: $1.54 per loaf Yield: "1 Loaf" – about 11 slices If you don't have a food processor, this recipe can be made on the dough cycle of a bread machine and then shaped for the last rise, or in your stand mixer or by hand, for that matter.
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A classic Italian pasta made with dried bucatini pasta, cherry tomatoes, guanciale (or pancetta), rosemary, Pecorino cheese, and plenty of black pepper.
These savory sun dried tomato and brie tarts are elegant, easy and delicious. They are made with crescent rolls, sautéed shallots and sun dried tomatoes and layered on the pastry with creamy brie then baked to perfection. A sprinkle of black pepper, a drizzle of honey and a smattering of chive top these beautiful tarts and make them extra delicious. Perfect for brunches or a lovely lunch.
These mini Big Mac cheeseburgers are just like McDonalds, but better. These are the perfect party food. They also make a great dinner for a fun and different meal option. Kids and grown ups will love them!
Smothered Pork Chops with a Black Pepper and Paprika Gravy are a one pot wonder. Pan fried, bone in chops with a delicious and creamy onion gravy. The chops are seasoned with salt, cracked black pepper, a hont of paprika and garlic and onion powders. Dredged in flour and fried up crisp in butter. This recipe is so good with mashed potatoes, applesauce and corn.
These crispy chicken tacos are basically a set it and forget it recipe. It can be made in the oven or the slow cooker. A jar of salsa, some chicken and water is all you basically need. The only work that is required is to fry up your taco shells before eating. Such a fun and delicious way to eat crispy chicken tacos. Perfect to make ahead too!
A 1950s housewife morning routine with 4 kids under 6! Even with little ones, a vintage housewife can be productive and pretty. Make your mornings smoother.
Creamy Mushroom Chicken Skillet with Bacon – All of the delicious flavors of cream, mushroom, and bacon are packed into this delicious chicken dinner recipe! This family favorite chicken reci…
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Coconut Curry Ramen with a creamy golden broth, pan-fried vegetables, cubes of golden brown tofu, and steamy delicious ramen noodles. Bonus: it's vegan!
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A simple, saucy and spicy 30 minute Thai Red Curry with salmon. This is the perfect weeknight dinner to put together. You can serve with a side of white rice or naan to dip into the delicious vibrant Thai red curry sauce. sweet, spicy, and sour I love a good hearty bowl of curry any
Visualize a classic comfort dish: Classic Round Steak and Gravy. Tender round steak smothered in rich, savory beef onion gravy. The steak is cooked to perfection, boasting a melt-in-your-mouth texture that's oh-so-satisfying. This recipe has three methods for making it. You can choose which one is most convenient for you. Alongside this delectable main course sits a mound of creamy mashed potatoes, whipped to perfection with butter and cream. They're smooth, velvety, and the perfect canvas for soaking up the savory gravy. And to complete the meal, a side of sweet, golden corn adds a touch of sweetness and texture contrast, balancing out the richness of the steak and potatoes. Together, this dish is the epitome of comfort food, warming both the body and the soul with its hearty flavors and satisfying textures.
A simple weeknight dinner ready in under 30 minutes, this Ground Turkey Teriyaki Stir Fry is just the right amount of sweet and savory. A simple homemade teriyaki sauce is easier than you think--with a hint of orange zest and all the flavor the whole family will love!
Learn how to clean your oven to FINALLY get rid of that caked-on grease on the oven door and those burnt-on food stains in your oven.
If you wish you looked more like a 50s housewife, and less like a frump, here are 1950s morning beauty routines for the vintage housewife.
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This spooky ham and cheese tart is an easy Halloween treat. Made with shaved deli ham, a jar of your favorite Alfredo sauce, crescent rolls, mozzarella cheese and some black beans for decor. This bakes up quickly and will delight your family.
This easy 5 main ingredient Courgette and Lemon Orzo is a perfect week night meal. It really does take 15 minutes to make, by the time the orzo has cooked. Use up those seasonal courgettes, slice up some garlic, cook the orzo and add a few herbs, a squeeze of lemon and olive oil and voila.
I stuffed mine with different types of squash and grainy quinoa for that harvest feel that we all love this time of year.
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When Homemaking Becomes Your Ministry A Homemaker is more than just a housekeeper. Homemaking is a beautiful ministry. How do I know this? Because at one point in my life I have been both. I used t…
