Banana Muffins
I had a taste for banana bread the other day, and my wife suggested muffins instead. With muffins you can put them in a bag and keep them in the fridge or even the freezer for long term, and take a few out as you …
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Soda Bread
This is the classic Irish bread that goes so well with Shepherd’s Pie or Corned Beef & Cabbage. It also goes great with any dish and tastes great with just a little butter. I like to add the optional cheese and onions.
Shepherd’s Pie
This Irish classic is a rich and delicious meal all in one dish. Technically, Shepherd’s Pie is made with ground lamb, so if you’re using ground beef (like I do) that’s a Cottage Pie. Even though the ingredient list and the instructions are long, don’t …
Cherry Fluff
A classic salad recipe for the church potluck, this recipe is sweet and light and very easy to make. You can double the recipe for a large group.
Slow Cooker Barbacoa
Barbacoa is the original Spanish word for what we call “barbecue”. While traditionally cooked over a wood fire, some chipotle chilies allows you to make this dish work great in a slow cooker to make delicious, smokey, tender and juicy beef. You can serve this …
Spaghetti Bake
Okay, this recipe is probably far more American than it is Italian, but it still has real Italian roots. You can make this simply, using store bought marinara and Alfredo sauce, or you can make those from scratch. This will make a delicious and satisfying …
Chicken & Biscuit Bake
This is a delicious and satisfying recipe that will feed a family. I think it’s about as good as a chicken pot pie from scratch, with a lot less work. I enjoy doing more of it from scratch, but you make it even easier by …
Cabbage Soup
This soup is rustic, delicious, and satisfying. It also comes together in much less time than many other soups. Feel free to try other meats, seasonings, and stocks for different flavor combinations. I used a Napa Cabbage for this recipe, which is a little more …
Easy Fruit Salad
This delicious salad works great for parties. It’s easy to make and you can double these amounts for a larger crowd.This salad tastes best with fresh fruits, but you can replace with frozen fruits as needed. The can of peach pie filling thickens the the …
Loaded Baked Potato Casserole
Remember loaded baked potatoes? This casserole is based on the same idea. It’s easy to make and it will satisfy a crowd at a party or a reunion.