A Thanksgiving disaster (NO dark Karo syrup despite 4 trips to the grocery store in 2 days!) resulted in an emergency sourcing of this recipe. Little did I realize I would be discovering my new go-to recipe for pecan pie. Score! Molasses-Bourbon Pecan Pie Found here 1 pie crust (use my recipe here) 3/4 c […]

Best version of an apple pie, ever. Triple Apple Pie Filling found here On pie crust (use my recipe) Cooking spray 1/2 c packed brown sugar 2 T unsalted butter 1 T water 1/4 t kosher salt 2 T whole milk 1 t vanilla extract 1 (10-oz.) Braeburn apple, peeled and grated 1/4 c all-purpose […]

This is an amazing side dish – perfect for accompanying grilled chicken or fish. Sweet and Savory Brussels Sprouts Discovered here 1 T water 1/2 t sugar 1/2 t rice vinegar 1/2 t lower-sodium soy sauce 1/2 t fish sauce 1/4 t crushed red pepper 1/2 T dark sesame oil 1 pkg frozen Brussels sprouts […]

Fast to put together, delicious to devour. Grilled Tuna with Tapenade Inspiration here 1/2 c halved cherry tomatoes 1/3 c kalamata olives, chopped 1/4 c thinly sliced fresh basil, divided 1/4 c extra-virgin olive oil, divided 2 T balsamic vinegar 2 T chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley 2 T finely chopped shallot 1 T chopped drained […]

Thank goodness for the 1961 edition of the Betty Crocker cookbook. I grew up using this cookbook (many a fair baked good recipe can be found within its covers). After I got married, my Mom tracked down a copy for me to have of my own. And thank goodness for that, or how would I […]

This was easy and tasty – making it a perfect dish to make in stages to eat when you have a busy day. Roasted Chickpea Wraps Based on this recipe 1 15 oz can chickpeas 1 T olive oil 1 T paprika 1 t ground black pepper 1/2 t cayenne pepper 1/4 t salt 4 […]

These are super for busy nights, lazy days and pretty much every other time as well. Easy Black Bean Tostadas Original recipe here 1 can refried black beans 1/2 c pico de gallo, drained 4 T olive oil 2 T red wine vinegar 1/2 t kosher salt Shredded cabbage 1 c grape tomatoes, halved 1/2 […]

The original recipe said to use chorizo. I’m sure it would be wonderful that way, too, but we have no regrets from using a link of Fischer’s taco jalapeno sausage instead. Sausage Nachos Inspiration here 1/2 can (15oz) pinto beans, rinsed and drained 4 oz cheddar cheese 1/4 c. tomatillo salsa 1 link taco jalapeno […]

These are delicious – like they seriously taste restaurant-bought. Or I’m just a really amazing cook. Or maybe both. Tilapia Poboys Inspired here 3/4 t paprika 1/2 t black pepper 1/2 t cayenne pepper 1/4 t kosher salt 4 (5-oz.) skinless tilapia fillets 2 T canola oil, divided 4 (2-oz.) hoagie rolls, split 1/4 c […]

This was tasty and refreshing. I’m sure it would also be good with tequila, but honestly it doesn’t need anything. Non-Alcoholic Frozen Margaritas Inspired here 1 (6-oz) can frozen limeade concentrate 3/4 cup orange juice 2/3 cup cran-pineapple juice 4 cups ice cubes Combine the frozen limeade concentrate, orange juice, grapefruit juice and ice cubes […]