Creamy Seafood-Stuffed Shells

Creamy Seafood-Stuffed Shells

8 ounces crabmeat, I used fresh “special” crab8 ounces shrimp, roughly chopped4 cloves garlic, minced, dividedJuice from ½ lemon8 ounces cream cheese, cut into cubes1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley, divided, plus more for garnish2 teaspoons red pepper flakes, divided (more or less to taste)Salt and pepper, to taste2 tablespoons butter1 small…Continue Reading

Crockpot Cranberry Meatballs

Crockpot Cranberry Meatballs

26 ounces frozen bite size meatballs14 ounces whole berry cranberry sauce12 oz Heinz Chili Sauce1 and 1/2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce1 and 1/2 tbsp brown sugar Place meatballs in crockpot. In a mixing bowl, mix together remaining ingredients. Pour mixture over meatballs. Cook on low four hours stirring occasionally.Continue Reading

Apple Butter Pumpkin Pie

Apple Butter Pumpkin Pie

1 Pillsbury refrigerated pie crust1 cup solid pack 100% pumpkin (pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling)1 cup apple butter1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon salt3 eggs, lightly beaten1 cup evaporated milkStreusel Topping3 tablespoons butter1/2 cup flour1/2 cup dark brown sugar1/2 cup chopped pecans Preheat oven…Continue Reading

Stuffing Balls

Stuffing Balls

¾ cup butter½ cup diced onion½ cup diced celery1 ½ teaspoons salt1 teaspoon poultry seasoning½ teaspoon ground black pepper½ cup chicken broth2 large eggs10 cups cubed whole wheat bread½ cup chopped fresh parsley Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil; grease the foil. Melt butter in a large skillet…Continue Reading

Cheesy Dorito Chicken Casserole

Cheesy Dorito Chicken Casserole

3 cups cooked chicken, shredded15 oz bag Nacho Cheese Doritos1 cup sour cream2 (10 oz) cans condensed cream of chicken soup1 (10 oz) can Rotel, drained1 (15 oz) can corn, drained1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained1 envelope taco seasoning2 cups cheddaroptional toppings: sliced jalapenos, chopped onion, black olives, salsa, fresh chopped cilantro…Continue Reading

Halloween Chex Mix

Halloween Chex Mix

1/2 cup butter, melted (1 stick)1/4 cup brown sugar1 tsp pumpkin pie spice1/2 tsp cinnamon4 cups Cinnamon Chex cereal3 cups Bugles snacks3 cups mini pretzels1 cup candy corn1 cup Brach’s Mellowcreme Pumpkins1 cup Reese’s Pieces Whisk butter, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice and cinnamon in a small bowl.In a separate large bowl, toss together Chex,…Continue Reading

Personal Meatloaf Ghosts

Personal Meatloaf Ghosts

1 pound lean ground beef1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper1 tsp Italian seasoning1 pinch cayenne pepper2 tablespoons minced green onions⅓ cup plain dry bread crumbs1 large egg, beaten1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese10 slices provolone cheese Combine ground beef, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, cayenne, green onions, bread crumbs, egg,…Continue Reading

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