Beef & barley soup

Ingredients : 1 lb bone-removed chuck clip & cut into 1/2 inch pieces 1 1/2 cup sliced carrot 1 1/2 cup celery sliced 2/3 cup chopped onion 1 pack pre-cut mushroom 8 ounces 2 tbsp beef base (this is different from beef broth it is a base that makes beef broth) 8-10 water cups 1 … Read more

Homemade Sloppy Joes

INGREDIENTS : 1 Tbsp butter 1 tsp olive oil 1 lb. ground beef 1/3 green bell pepper, minced 1/2 large yellow onion, minced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 Tbsp tomato paste 2/3 cup ketchup 1/3 cup water 1 Tbsp brown sugar 1 tsp yellow mustard 3/4 tsp chili powder 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce 1/2 tsp … Read more

Baked Cajun Shrimp

ingredients: 12 Shrimp Peeled, Deveined, Cooked 1 Canola Oil 1 Smoked Paprika 1 Onion Powder 1 Garlic Powder 1 ½ Salt ½ Cayenne Pepper ½ Thyme Leaves ¼ Ground Oregano Directions: Preheat oven to 350°. Place foil onto cookie sheet. Lightly oil the foil with cooking spray. Place shrimp in a mixing bowl. Add oil … Read more

CHILI CHEESE DOG SANDWICH

ingredients: 4 hot dog buns or hoagie rolls 4 beef or pork hot dogs 1 can (15 oz) chili (or homemade chili) 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1/4 cup diced onions (optional) 1 tbsp yellow mustard (optional) 1 tbsp butter (for toasting the buns) Instructions Cook the Hot Dogs: Grill or pan-fry the hot dogs … Read more

Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings

Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings is a beloved comfort food dish that warms both the heart and the stomach. This classic recipe combines tender chicken, flavorful vegetables, and fluffy dumplings in a rich and creamy broth. The beauty of this dish lies in its simplicity and the convenience of using a slow cooker to do all … Read more

BEAN AND HAM HOCK SOUP

ingredients: 1 pound dried white beans (such as navy, cannellini, or great northern beans) 2 smoked ham hocks 1 large onion, diced 2 carrots, peeled and diced 2 celery stalks, diced 4 cloves garlic, minced 8 cups chicken or vegetable broth (or water) 1 bay leaf 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried parsley 1/2 … Read more

Bacon Cheeseburger Grilled Cheese

INGREDIENTS: 2 slices of thick-cut bread 2 beef patties 2 slices cheddar cheese 4 slices of crispy bacon 1 tbsp butter Pickles for garnish Optional: Your favorite condiments (ketchup, mustard, etc.) INSTRUCTIONS: Cook the bacon: In a skillet, cook the bacon until crispy, then set it aside. Cook the beef patties: In the same skillet, … Read more

A classic Southern Potato Salad

A classic Southern Potato Salad, just like Grandma used to make; this easy old-fashioned side-dish is creamy, tangy deliciousness. And, it’s full of crunchy dill pickles, yellow mustard, mayonnaise, and must-have hard-boiled eggs! Ingredients 3 pounds russet potatoes peeled and cubed (About 7-8 medium size potatoes) 2 tsp kosher salt 4 hard-boiled eggs peeled and … Read more

PICKLED RED ONIONS

Ingredients 1 large red onion, thinly sliced into rings or half-moons ½ cup apple cider vinegar ½ cup water 1 tbsp granulated sugar 1½ tsp salt Optional add-ins: 1 smashed garlic clove, ½ tsp black peppercorns, 1 bay leaf, or a pinch of red pepper flakes Instructions: Prep the onions: Place the sliced onions in … Read more