Month: February 2024

Snicky Snackies

Snicky SnackiesYou’ve heard of caramel corn, but how about caramel pretzels? Mini pretzels and mixed nuts make a great sweet and salty snack! Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). In a 9×13-inch baking dish combine the pretzels and nuts. Set aside. In a large saucepan combine the butter sugar corn syrup and […]

Low Carb Zucchini Fries

Low Carb Zucchini FriesBaked zucchini ‘fries’ are actually coated in an almond-Parmesan cheese coating and baked until crisp and golden brown. Set oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit (220 degrees C). Use parchment paper to cover a baking sheet. Slice each 3-inch-long piece of zucchini into nine fries. Salt the zucchini fries before placing them in […]

Mom’s Jiffy Cinnamon Rolls

Mom’s Jiffy Cinnamon RollsReal yeast-risen cinnamon rolls in record time? Yes, it’s possible with this recipe that adds the helper ingredient of packaged yellow cake mix to make the rolls tasty and light. They need just 15 minutes to rise. Combine 3 cups flour cake mix yeast and salt in a large bowl; beat warm […]

Creamy Lemon Pie I

Creamy Lemon Pie IThis pie is easy to make, very creamy, and lemony. Whipping cream, sweetened condensed milk, and freshly squeezed lemon juice are combined, then poured into a graham cracker crust and chilled. It tastes great when served frozen as well. Lemon juice should be squeezed into a medium mixing bowl. Add whipped topping […]

Easy Oven-Roasted Chicken Gyros

Easy Oven-Roasted Chicken GyrosThis tasty, entertaining recipe for oven-roasted chicken gyros uses a marinade with Greek influences. Combine Greek yogurt olive oil lemon juice vinegar garlic salt paprika black pepper cumin coriander oregano red pepper and cinnamon in a medium bowl and stir until well combined. Pound chicken thighs evenly to about 1/2 inch in […]

Savory Lemon Dill Parmesan Scones

Savory Lemon Dill Parmesan SconesThese light, fluffy scones, which have a cheese-topped Parmesan crust, are delicious served as a savory side dish at breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Set oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees C). Use parchment paper to cover a baking sheet. To make mock buttermilk, combine 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice with soy […]

General Tsao’s Chicken

General Tsao’s ChickenIn this variation of General Tsao’s chicken, the chicken is battered with cornstarch, soy sauce, and egg before being deep-fried and served with a ginger-garlic soy sauce. To Make Sauce: In a large bowl combine 1/2 cup cornstarch and 1/4 cup water. Mix together. Add garlic ginger sugar 1/4 cup soy sauce and […]

Grilled Caribbean Chicken

Grilled Caribbean ChickenBefore going on the grill, chicken is steeped in a tropical concoction of mango, ginger, lime, and orange juice. Combine the orange juice, lime juice, chutney, ginger oil, pepper sauce, oregano, and cloves in a nonporous glass dish or bowl. Add chicken after combining everything. Cover the dish with a toss to coat, […]

Butter Finger Bars

Butter Finger BarsIt’s a dessert bar here. The recipe came from a friend. They are fatty, but delicious! Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). In a medium bowl stir together the brown sugar white sugar melted margarine and oats until well blended. Mix in the chocolate chips. Press the mixture into a […]