Yields: 24 mini bites Prep time: 20 minutes Chill time: 8 hours or overnight Ingredients For the crust: 8 full sheets of graham crackers (approximately 1 cup crumbs) 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 1 tablespoon brown sugar For the filling: 8 ounces cream cheese (1/3 less fat works too), softened to room temperature 14 ounces […]

Yields: 4 Servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 30-35 minutes Ingredients: Pasta: 12 ounces penne, rotini, or your favorite short pasta Chicken: 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces Olive oil: 2 tablespoons Veggies: 1 medium onion, chopped 1 red bell pepper, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced Seasonings: 1 teaspoon dried […]

Yields: 4-6 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Ingredients: 1 pound Italian sausage (mild, sweet, or hot, depending on your preference) 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 large green bell pepper, sliced 1 large red bell pepper, sliced 1 medium onion, sliced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning 1/2 teaspoon […]

Ingredients: Steaks: Two high-quality steaks (about 1-1.25 inches thick), such as ribeye, New York strip, or filet mignon. Onions: Two large sweet onions, thinly sliced. Olive oil: 1 tablespoon. Butter: 3 tablespoons, divided. Goat cheese: 4 ounces, softened. Salt and pepper: To taste. Optional: A favorite steak seasoning or a splash of balsamic vinegar. Instructions: […]

Yields: 4 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 10-15 minutes Ingredients: For the Lemon-Artichoke Salsa: 1 (14-ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped 1/4 cup chopped red onion 3 tablespoons capers, drained 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 1 tablespoon olive oil Zest and juice of 1 lemon 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano Salt and freshly […]

Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (thinly sliced or pounded for quicker cooking) 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs (regular or panko) 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 2 tablespoons olive oil Optional: 1/4 cup heavy cream or half and half (for pan-frying […]

Yields: 2-4 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 5 minutes Ingredients For the Garlic-Herb Butter: 1/2 cup (1 stick) salted butter, softened 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 1 tablespoon finely minced fresh rosemary 1 tablespoon finely minced fresh thyme 1-2 cloves garlic, minced Pinch of steak seasoning (optional, or use a blend of salt, […]

Yields: 4 Servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 30-40 minutes Ingredients Vegetables: 1 pound asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces 1 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons 1 medium yellow squash, sliced into half-moons 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes 1/2 red onion, roughly chopped Flavor Base 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon dried […]

Yields: 6-8 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 35-45 minutes Ingredients: 1 pound breakfast sausage (mild, spicy, or your preference) 1/2 cup chopped onion (optional) 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 3 cups milk 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon salt 32 ounces frozen tater tots 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional) Equipment Large skillet 9×13 […]

Ingredients: Wine Base: 1 (750 ml) bottle dry red wine (Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, or a Spanish Rioja work well) Sweeteners and Flavor Enhancers: 1/2 cup orange liqueur (Triple Sec or Cointreau) 1/4 cup brandy 1/4 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed is best) 2 tablespoons sugar or honey (adjust to taste) Fruit: 1 cup frozen mixed […]