Month: December 2020

Macaroni & Cheese – From Scratch

Macaroni & Cheese – From Scratch

I do like the stuff from a box, but this is the real deal. I recommend using an aged cheddar for a deeper flavor, and then add some bacon and it’s over the top! This is a big recipe, so be ready with two casserole 

Macaroni and Cheese – Simple

Macaroni and Cheese – Simple

This is just like the stuff in the blue box, it tastes as good if not better, but it costs a lot less than the blue box because you’re not buying all of that packaging. I like to add things like grilled hot dogs and 

German Potato Salad

German Potato Salad

My mom made this when I was a kid, particularly if we were having brats for dinner. It’s a sweet and sour hot salad that goes well with pork.

Fried Potatoes

Fried Potatoes

This is a great reason to bake more potatoes than what you need, since baked potatoes make the best fried potatoes.

Southwestern Stout Chili

Southwestern Stout Chili

This chili has bold flavors without being overly spicy, and you can control the heat with the amount of cayenne and chili powder you add. The tender chunks of beef are a big improvement over ground beef in other chilies. If you want to call 

Sauerkraut Soup

Sauerkraut Soup

I had the opportunity to work in Ukraine a few years ago, and this reminds me of a delicious soup I had there called Kapusnyak. Don’t be afraid of the sauerkraut, this soup has rich flavor with a little extra tang.

Butternut Squash Soup

Butternut Squash Soup

This soup is great for supper on a chilly fall night. It is a budget friendly and delicious comfort food. Just like with cooked squash, you could go sweet or savory with this soup.

Boeuf Bourguignon

Boeuf Bourguignon

This is Julia Child’s recipe for the classic French beef stew. It makes a hearty, rich meal with a lot of flavor that can feed a crowd. I like to serve it over mashed red potatoes, but it could be served over noodles, or by 

Mexican Rice

Mexican Rice

This is a side dish derived from Spanish Rice that goes great with any Mexican or Latin American entree.

Fajitas

Fajitas

Hot and zesty fajitas. This is one of our favorite meals because it’s quick and easy to make (as long as you remember to make the marinade ahead of time). This marinade is fantastic, be sure to cook everything long enough to brown this marinade