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Crock Pot Mongolian Beef

Crock Pot Mongolian Beef

This Mongolian Beef dish can be prepared ahead of time and cooked while you are away. The flavor is authentic and this recipe will make enough for 6 people. We like to serve this on fried rice.

Char Siu Ribs

Char Siu Ribs

Otherwise know as Chinese BBQ, these can be done in the oven when it’s too cold outside to smoke. Their deep color comes from the marinade ingredients instead of smoke. This recipe is a combination of the recipes from Amazing Ribs and America’s Test Kitchens.

Roasted Vegetables

Roasted Vegetables

Healthy, tasty, easy to make; who could ask for more? You could probably make this with most any vegetable, simply get enough raw veggies for your meal. We typically make 1 head of cauliflower and 1 head of broccoli for 4-6 people.

Roasted Parmesan Potatoes

Roasted Parmesan Potatoes

These potatoes are easy to make, delicious to eat, and they add a fancy flair to any meal.

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.