Candied NutsA favorite to keep on hand at home, candied seasoned peanuts also make an excellent last-minute hostess gift. Grease a baking sheet or line with a silicone mat. Cook and stir peanuts sugar and water together in a wide heavy skillet over medium heat until liquid evaporates and nuts begin to crust with the … [Read more…]
Sheboygan Grilled BratsFinishing bratwurst in beer sauce just make them better. Serve them on hard rolls with mustard and the cooked onions. Hungry? Try the famous Sheboygan double-brat! Set an outdoor grill to high heat and give the grates a quick oiling. Sliced onions should be cooked and stirred in melted butter in a large … [Read more…]
Meatloaf With A BiteAdd your favorite salsa along with Parmesan and Monterey Jack cheeses to this meatloaf for a taste of the south of the border. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan. In a large bowl mix together ground beef salsa cheese egg and cracker crumbs. … [Read more…]
Corn Dog MuffinsA quick, easy way to recreate a fun, family favorite from the state fair. Set oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees C). Grease muffin tins minimally. In a big bowl, combine the brown sugar and cornbread mix. In a small bowl, combine the milk and eggs and whisk to combine. Once the … [Read more…]
Slow Cook Thai ChickenChicken breasts that have been slowly cooked in a creamy, peanutty, mildly spicy sauce. Over rice, please. In a slow cooker, add the chicken breast strips, bell pepper, and onion. Add the chicken broth and 1/4 cup soy sauce, then season with salt, pepper, cumin, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 4 … [Read more…]
Wellesley Fudge Cake IThis recipe dates to the early 1960’s when it was the rage of Washington, D.C. It was frosted with a thick fudge icing. Set oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees C). Butter and flour two 9-inch round baking dishes. Three times sift together flour, baking soda, and salt; place aside. Heat … [Read more…]
Taco SoupThis soup contains tomatoes, green chilies, kidney beans, canned hominy, and brown ground beef along with packets of ranch dressing mix and taco seasoning. Serve with grated cheese and sour cream. Ground beef or turkey and chopped onion are browned in a Dutch oven with frequent stirring. Drain grease from the pan after the … [Read more…]
Caramelized Chicken WingsA sweet and savory sauce with a hint of peanut butter is simmered with chicken wings until they are tender. In an electric skillet or a large skillet over medium heat mix together the water sugar soy sauce peanut butter honey wine vinegar and garlic until smooth and the sugar has dissolved. Place … [Read more…]
Brussels Sprouts with Cheese SauceBrussels sprouts are cooked al dente and then added to a decadent cheese sauce with lots of cream and white wine to make a delicious side. Place Brussels sprouts into a pot cover with water and bring to a boil. Cook until tender yet firm to the bite about 15 minutes. … [Read more…]
Baked Chiles RellenosSkip the frying and serve up these baked chiles rellenos for an easy, flavorful, more wholesome take on the Mexican main dish. Set the oven’s broiler to high and place a rack about 6 inches from the heat source. Roast peppers for five minutes on each side on the top rack of the … [Read more…]