Autumn Pork Chops with Apples and Bacon

Autumn Pork Chops with Apples and Bacon

2 Fuji apple, cored and sliced4 pork chops (about 1 inch thick)1 teaspoon black pepper2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided, plus more to taste2 tablespoons olive oil4 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped2 sprigs sage2 shallots, sliced2 teaspoons all-purpose flour1 cup apple cider2 tablespoons Dijon mustard Preheat oven to 400°F. Season pork chops evenly with pepper and 2…Continue Reading

Broccoli Cheddar Bacon Soup

12 cups broccoli florets1 small onion, diced1/2 cup shredded carrots2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon Kosher salt1 teaspoon black pepper1/2 teaspoon nutmeg8 cups low sodium chicken broth1 cup plain Greek yogurt1/2 cup warm water3 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese6 slices bacon In a slow cooker, add broccoli, onion, carrots, garlic, salt, pepper, nutmeg and chicken broth.…Continue Reading

Ground Beef and Cabbage Casserole

Ground Beef and Cabbage Casserole

1 lb lean ground beef1 medium onion, chopped1 green bell pepper, chopped1 tsp garlic powder1 tsp Italian seasoning1 tsp sugar1 tsp Worcestershire sauce2 tsp cider vinegar1 14/5 oz can petite diced tomatoes, not drained1 head cabbage, about 1 lb, cored and coarsely chopped1 tsp salt1/2 tsp seasoned pepper1 cup shredded cheddar cheese In large skillet,…Continue Reading

Creamy Roasted Butternut Squash, Penne, Sausage & Spinach

Creamy Roasted Butternut Squash, Penne, Sausage & Spinach

2 cups butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cubed1 tbsp olive oilsalt and pepper to taste Preheat oven to 400 degrees and roast squash on a baking sheet about 25 minutes, toss about halfway through the cooking. 4 Italian Sausages, casings removed1/2 onion, chopped1 tbsp olive oil In a skillet, heat olive oil and cook sausage…Continue Reading

Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy

Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy

1 1/2 cups water2 envelopes chicken gravy mix1 1/4 cup cream of chicken soup (undiluted)1 tsp garlic powder1/2 tsp salt1/2 tsp pepper1/2 tsp paprika3 skinless, boneless chicken breasts1/2 cup sour cream In slow cooker, whisk together water, gravy envelopes, cream of chicken soup and seasonings. Add chicken to mixture and toss to coat. Cook on…Continue Reading

Honey Garlic Shrimp, Sausage & Broccoli

Honey Garlic Shrimp, Sausage & Broccoli

1 tbsp olive oil1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined8 oz smoke sausage, cut into 1/4 inch slices2 cups broccoli florets4 cloves minced garlic1/4 cup honey1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce1 tbsp lemon juicesalt and pepper to tastethinly sliced green onions for garnishcooked rice For the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy…Continue Reading

Sheet Pan Buffalo Chicken Sliders

Sheet Pan Buffalo Chicken Sliders

3 1/2 cups shredded chicken1/2 cup buffalo sauce1/2 cup ranch dressing2 tbsp honey1 tbsp minced garlic1/2 tsp seasoned pepper2 cups shredded monterey jack cheese1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese12 ct King’s Hawaiian Rolls1 tsp Italian seasoning1 tsp garlic salt4 tbsp butter, melted Preheat oven to 350.  Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Add the chicken to…Continue Reading

Caprese Pasta Salad

Caprese Pasta Salad

2 cups grape tomatoes, halved8 oz small, fresh mozzarella balls2 tbsp olive oil1 tbsp balsamic vinegar1 tsp minced garlic4 tbsp fresh basil, chopped and divided½ tsp dried oreganoPinch of crushed red pepper flakesSalt and pepper to taste8 oz of your favorite pastaBalsamic glaze for garnish In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, olive…Continue Reading

Kalua Slow Cooker Pulled Pork

Kalua Slow Cooker Pulled Pork

5-6 lb pork butt, rinsed and patted dry1 and 1/2 tsp Pink Himalayan salt1 and 1/2 tsp ground ginger1 and 1/2 tsp garlic powder1 tsp seasoned pepper1 and 1/2 tsp vegetable oil1 and 1/2 tbsp liquid smoke In small bowl mix together Himalayan salt, ginger, garlic powder and pepper. Rub dry spice mixture all over…Continue Reading

Creamy Cucumber and Shrimp Salad

Creamy Cucumber and Shrimp Salad

1 lb large cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined, cut each shrimp into three piecesOld Bay Seasoning, to taste1 large english cucumber, halved lengthwise and fairly thinly sliced1 small red onion, halved and thinly sliced1/2 cup mayonnaise1 tbsp dijon mustard1 tsp minced garlicsalt and pepper to taste1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped In medium-sized bowl add shrimp…Continue Reading