I know that this is a classic midwest dish. My mom made it regularly when we were growing up. It was popular with us before it was even really popular. I changed it slightly to add more flavor in the sauce. I had tried fresh garlic in a few batches but it honestly is not…
Peanut butter blondies with chocolate chips
These are ridiculously good. I could even see chocolate icing on top. They remind me slightly of Reeses peanut butter cups. If the butter is really room temperature these can be mixed by hand without a mixer. 1 stick of butter at room temperature 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter 1 cup light brown sugar…
Southwest chicken spaghetti
This is a spicy lower fat version of chicken spaghetti.
Pork lemongrass soup
A fast soup using leftover smoked pork that is packed with flavor.
Roasted Brussel sprouts
Brussel sprouts roasted in an oven for about 20 minutes.
Hot milk cake
This cake is excellent without icing. It is easy to make, light, and fluffy.
Crab and leek chowder
Creamy seafood chowder that is a fast weeknight meal.
Corned beef
Slow oven roasted corned beef for a main dish or sliced for reuben sandwiches.
Strawberry coconut cream bread
Strawberry, coconut, bananas in a sweet cream bread.
Tomatillo chicken enchilada casserole
Layers of chicken, cheese, and tangy tomatillo sauce that can be made ahead for an easy weeknight meal.
