Mt Dew Stew
Okay, this may sound a little crazy but it really is delicious. A friend of mine was making this one day for lunch and told me where to find the recipe on TicToc. This is a tasty and quick way to feed a crowd.The Mt …
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Ham & Cheese Party Rolls
These are a party favorite, with the counterpoint of the salty ham, the sweet & spicy glaze, and the soft and chewy pizza crust. These have been a hit every time we’ve made them. This recipe was adapted from Kevin&Amanda.com
Ham & Broccoli Casserole
This is one of our favorite ways to use leftover ham. The combination of ham, broccoli, cream soup and cheese is classic. The salty ham, the creamy soup, and the crispness of the fresh broccoli combine in a dish that is not only delicious but …
Southwest Rollups
These appetizers are easy to make and very full of flavor. The roast beef is important here, you need a more robust meat to not get covered up by the seasonings. These are easy to make, and other than some wait time they come together …
Lemon Blueberry Bread
Here’s a delicious bread to make for breakfasts. The sweet blueberries and the tart lemon go great together.
Banana Pudding – Southern Style
This is a classic Southern dessert, often called ‘Nanner Pudding or ‘Nilla Pudding. I read an interesting article that explained why there was a meringue on top on this pudding: it took 8 egg yolks to make the pudding, and no self-respecting Southerner during the …
Smoked Chuck Roast
Often called “the Poor Man’s Brisket”, it certainly costs less than a whole brisket but it doesn’t need to make any apologies for flavor or juiciness. You can slice this like a brisket, or shred it, or chunk it if it’s going on tortillas. Low …
Elote – Mexican Sweet Corn
This is typically served on the cob by street vendors but I think this is easier to make, serve and to eat. It’s a delicious side dish with any Mexican entree.
Portillos Chopped Salad
Portillo’s is famous in Chicago for Italian Beef, Chicago Dogs, and their Chopped Salad. This salad combines crisp lettuce and red cabbage, smooth pasta, salty bacon, sharp Gorgonzola cheese, and their sweet and savory House dressing.
Italian Beef Sandwiches
This is another Chicago recipe, served all over the city and suburbs in Italian restaurants and food stands. The Italian taste is unmistakable, but the beef flavor still stands strong. For most Chicagoans, real Italian Beef is sliced, not shredded – if you want to …