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John Wayne Casserole

John Wayne Casserole is a hearty, flavorful dish that combines classic Southwestern ingredients in a comforting layered bake. With a biscuit crust as the base, it’s loaded with seasoned taco meat, vibrant vegetables, creamy sour cream, and plenty of melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks, this casserole delivers bold flavors and a […]

Classic Tater Tot Casserole

Ingredients: * 1 bag tater tots * 1 pound ground beef * 1 onion diced * 2 cups frozen or fresh vegetables* diced * 1 can mushroom soup * ⅓ cup milk * ¼ teaspoon oregano * ¼ teaspoon dried parsley * Salt and pepper to taste * 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded, divided Instructions: […]

CARROT CAKE CHEESECAKE

Ingredients : * 7 cups shredded carrots * 1 cup brown sugar * 1 cup raisins * four eggs * 1 1/2 cups white sugar * 1 cup vegetable oil * 2 tsp extract vanilla * 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained * three cups all-reason flour * 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda * 1 teaspoon […]

Layered Taco Salad

This Layered Taco Salad is the ultimate crowd-pleasing dish that combines all the vibrant flavors of tacos in a refreshing, hearty salad form. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or a fun family dinner, this recipe layers seasoned ground beef, crisp lettuce, creamy ranch sour cream mayo, beans, corn, cheese, crispy bacon, and more. It’s topped with […]

Chocolate Pudding

INGREDIENTS: * 1 cup packed brown sugar * ⅓ cup cornstarch * ⅛ teaspoon salt * ⅔ cup cocoa * 4 cups milk 2% or whole * 3 tablespoons butter * 1 teaspoon vanilla INSTRUCTIONS: In large saucepan sift together brown sugar, cornstarch, salt and cocoa. Whisk in the milk until combined. Turn heat to […]

Mini Lemon Cheesecakes

Ingredients: Crust: * 1 cup (134g) graham cracker crumbs * 2 tbsp (26g) sugar * 4 tbsp (56g) butter, melted Lemon Filling: * 12 ounces (339g) cream cheese, room temperature * 1/2 cup (104g) sugar * 2 tbsp (16g) flour * 6 tbsp (86g) sour cream * 3 tbsp (45ml) lemon juice * 1 tbsp […]

Monte Cristo Sandwich

Ingredients: Sandwich: * 9 slices honey wheat bread * 9 slices roasted turkey, deli meat – we prefer a thick cut * 9 slices honey ham, deli meat – we prefer a thick cut * 3 slices American cheese * 3 slices Swiss cheese Batter: * 1½ cups all-purpose flour * 1 tablespoon baking powder […]

SLOW COOKER BEEF AND BROCCOLI

Ingredients: * 1 can (15 ounces) beef broth * 1 cup soy sauce, low sodium * 2/3 cup brown sugar * 2 tablespoons sesame oil * 4 -5 cloves garlic, minced * 2 pounds beef chuck steak, sliced into strips * 1/4 cup corn starch * 1 pound fresh broccoli florets Instructions: To the slow […]

Cosmic Brownies

INGREDIENTS: FOR THE BROWNIES: * 1 cup granulated sugar * ⅔ cup brown sugar * ¾ cup 1 ½ sticks butter, melted * 2 tablespoons water * 2 large eggs * 2 teaspoons vanilla * 1 ⅓ cups all-purpose flour * ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa * ½ teaspoon baking powder * ¼ teaspoon salt FOR […]

MAGIC LEMON COBBLER

INGREDIENTS: * ½ cup 1 stick butter * 1 cup flour * 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder * ¼ teaspoon salt * 1 cup sugar * 1 cup buttermilk * 1 teaspoon vanilla extract * 1 teaspoon lemon extract * 21 ounce can lemon pie filling INSTRUCTIONS: Preheat the oven to 350F. Place the stick […]