6 ounces lager beer 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 4 ounces cream cheese 4 ounces Monterey jack cheese, grated 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated Pinch cayenne Pinch garlic powder Kosher salt Bring the lager, mustard powder and Worcestershire sauce to a simmer in a small saucepan over medium heat and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, then … [Read more...] about Beer Cheese Dip
Cinnamon Rolls from Scratch
DOUGH 2 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (spooned & leveled) 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup whole milk 3 Tablespoons unsalted butter 2 and 1/4 teaspoons Platinum Yeast from Red Star or any instant yeast (1 standard packet) 1 large egg, at room temperature FILLING 3 Tablespoons (43g) unsalted butter, extra softened 1/3 cup (67g) packed light … [Read more...] about Cinnamon Rolls from Scratch
Augusta Egg Salad (copy cat from Augusta National Golf Course)
Living in the Augusta, Georgia area, everyone is aware of the perineal cluster called "The Masters". Arguably, one of the most famous professional golf tournaments on the planet. Many of us that live here, at least me anyway, have grown to hate the event, and given the opportunity will go anywhere BUT here during the 2 weeks of the event. However, they have a famous egg … [Read more...] about Augusta Egg Salad (copy cat from Augusta National Golf Course)
Southwestern Pork Chops
The most difficult part of this recipe is timing. Getting all the prep recipe's done in time to be warm when the chops are cooked. 2 Boneless pork chops (about 1 inch thick MAX) 1 pkg of Fajita Seasoning 1 lime 1 Roma tomato 1 can of black beans 2 tbs sour cream 1/2 cup chicken stock 1 clove of garlic (1 tbs of jarred minced garlic) Bunch of green onions 1 Cup … [Read more...] about Southwestern Pork Chops
Chimichangas
Ingredients 1 pound ground beef 1 can (16 ounces) refried beans 1/2 cup finely chopped onion 3 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce, divided 2 teaspoons chili powder 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 12 flour tortillas (10 inches), warmed 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles 1 can (4 ounces) chopped jalapeno peppers Oil for … [Read more...] about Chimichangas
Easiest Chicken Pot Pie
This is the easiest Chicken Pot Pie I've ever seen! And it came out GREAT! This recipe is from Tracie's friend Mary Sarver. Slightly mooched around a bit for my tastes but basically the same. 1 large chicken breast (or 2 smaller ones) Deep dish pastry pie shell in tin Rolled pastry pie shell 1 can of mixed vegetables, 50% of the liquid removed. (use frozen if … [Read more...] about Easiest Chicken Pot Pie
Hash Brown Casserole (like Cracker Barrel)
2 pounds frozen hash browns, thawed 1/2 cup butter, melted 1 can (10.75 ounces) cream of chicken soup 1 pint sour cream 1/2 cup onion, chopped 2 cups grated cheddar cheese 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper Preheat oven to 350° F. Spray 11 x 14 inch casserole or baking dish with cooking spray. In large bowl, combine all ingredients and stir together. Spread evenly … [Read more...] about Hash Brown Casserole (like Cracker Barrel)
Creamy Potato Soup
***THE KEY TO THIS SOUP IS USING GOLD POTATOES AND NOT RUSSETS*** Ingredients 6 strips (uncooked) bacon cut into small pieces 3 Tablespoons butter unsalted or salted will work 1 medium yellow onion chopped (about 1.5 cup/200g) 3 large garlic cloves minced ⅓ cup all-purpose flour (42g) 2 ½ lbs gold potatoes peeled and diced into pieces no larger than 1” (this was about … [Read more...] about Creamy Potato Soup
Tracie’s Best Chili Ever
Ingredients 5 strips uncooked bacon chopped 1 large yellow onion diced (about 1 cup) 1 red pepper diced 3 cloves garlic minced (about 1 Tablespoon) 1 lb ground beef (I use 90% but any will work) 1 Tablespoon brown sugar 1 Tablespoon chili powder 1 Tablespoon ancho chili powder 1 ½ teaspoons smoked paprika 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon onion … [Read more...] about Tracie’s Best Chili Ever
Slow Cooker Mac ~N~ Cheese
Prep Time: 5 mins Cook time: 2 hours 30 minutes Total time: 2 hours 35 minutes Servings: 8 people Nutrition Information Per serving Calories: 574cal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g Ingredients 16 ounces uncooked elbow macaroni 3 cups cheddar cheese, shredded 8 … [Read more...] about Slow Cooker Mac ~N~ Cheese
7 Layer Bean Dip
We made this tonight. Super easy!!! INGREDIENTS 16 ounce can of refried beans 16 ounces sour cream 1 package of Taco Seasoning 1/2 cup sliced black olives 1/2 cup chopped green onions 4 - 6 ounces FRESH Pico de Gallo 6 - 8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese PREPARATION Using a glass baking dish, we used a 10 inch glass pie pan, spread the refried … [Read more...] about 7 Layer Bean Dip
Philly Cheesesteak Pasta
DO NOT RECOMMEND AS POSTED - We will be trying a few variation but this particular recipe SUCKS!!! Ingredients 2 tbsp butter 1 medium onion chopped 1 1/4 pounds ground beef 8 oz. white button mushrooms sliced 1/3 pound coarsely chopped provolone cheese 1 (10.5 oz.) can French onion soup 8 oz. penne pasta 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce Salt & … [Read more...] about Philly Cheesesteak Pasta
Pico de Gallo (Easy)
2 Cups diced tomatoesy) 1/3 Cup diced sweet onion 1/4 Cup chopped Cilantro (or to taste) 3 Cloves Garlic 2 Limes (juice only) 1 Teaspoon salt 1-2 Jalapenos to taste Favorite dipping chips … [Read more...] about Pico de Gallo (Easy)
Onion Soup Meatloaf
2 large eggs, beaten 1 packet dry onion soup mix 3/4 cup water 1/3 cup ketchup, more for topping, if desired 1 1/2 cups plain, dry breadcrumbs 2 pounds lean ground beef … [Read more...] about Onion Soup Meatloaf
Queso Chicken Tacos
Ingredients 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts 1 packet (1 ounce) of your favorite taco seasoning or use homemade 10 ounce can of Rotel with lime juice and cilantro (you can use Original Rotel too, or use homemade Rotel – Tomatoes and Green Chilies) 4 ounce can mild diced green chiles (optional) 1/2 cup chicken broth (optional) 3/4 cup salsa con queso – use your … [Read more...] about Queso Chicken Tacos
Loaded Chicken and Potatoes
Ingredients 1 lb boneless chicken breasts, cubed (raw) 6-8 medium red potatoes, leave the skin on and cut in cubes or use 4-5 large Idaho potatoes ⅓ cup olive oil 1 teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon black pepper 1 tablespoon paprika 2 tablespoon garlic powder 2 tablespoon hot sauce (give or take depending on the heat level that you like) 2 cup Mexican blend cheese 1 lb. … [Read more...] about Loaded Chicken and Potatoes
Easy Chicken Broth
NOTE: We smoked the chicken on the smoker for about 3 hours. We then picked all the chicken off the bones and just placed the carcass in the pot. Next time, we will cook exactly as this indicates for a little MORE flavor. INGREDIENTS 2 5-pound young roasting chickens (whole) 6 quarts cold water 3 large yellow onions unpeeled and quartered 1 head garlic … [Read more...] about Easy Chicken Broth
Brisket, Pickling Spice, Brine and Rub for Pastrami
This will make approximately 1/4 cup of pickling spice. Sufficient for 2 gallons of brine. Ingredients 1 tbsp coriander seeds 1 tbsp black peppercorns 1 tbsp mustard seeds 1 tbsp red chile flakes 1 tbsp allspice berries 1 tbsp whole cloves 1 tsp ground ginger 1 tsp ground mace 1 small cinnamon stick, crushed 2 bay leaves, broken into pieces Instructions In a … [Read more...] about Brisket, Pickling Spice, Brine and Rub for Pastrami
Low Country Boil
Before we get too far in to this, understand there is nothing to understand. You literally throw what you want in a pot and cook it. Those are the instructions. I'll try to get a little more in detail below. For a normal amount for about 4 people. 3-4 pounds of new potatos cut in half 2 Nibblet ears of corn per person 1 16 oz pack of smoked sausage link (not … [Read more...] about Low Country Boil
Smoked Tri Tip
Tri Tip is probably one of the easiest cuts of meat to cook, but if done incorrectly will come out tough as shoe leather and dry. You have to be careful but it's fairly simple. The roast pictured is about 2 pounds. You can find them larger in some places. This is primarily a West Coast cut of meat so finding them here in Georgia is challenging and finding them larger than … [Read more...] about Smoked Tri Tip
Basic Poultry Seasoning
This is a basic poultry seasoning for use on a smoker or in a regular oven. It is not a "RUB". You spread it lightly on the outside and INSIDE of the bird. I also spread it UNDER the skin and add a few patties of butter under the skin. Super easy. 4 tablespoons Kosher salt (course ground or regular) 2 tablespoons fresh ground black pepper 2 tablespoons paprika … [Read more...] about Basic Poultry Seasoning
Turkey Brine
Ingredients 3 c. apple juice or apple cider 2 gallons cold water 4 tbsp. fresh rosemary leaves 5 cloves garlic, minced 1 1/2 c. kosher salt 2 c. brown sugar 3 tbsp. peppercorns 5 whole bay leaves Peel of three large oranges Put all ingredients into a stock pot and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and let cool. If you want, you can reserve 3/4 … [Read more...] about Turkey Brine
Artisan Bread (No Knead)
4 Ingredient No Fail No Knead Artisan Bread that’s easy and delicious! Perfect for those who love freshly home baked bread right out of the oven. 3 cups water lukewarm 1 1/2 tablespoon active dry yeast 1 1/2 tablespoon salt 6 1/2 cups all-purpose flour INSTRUCTIONS In a medium bowl add the warm water, salt and yeast and stir together. Let the mixture sit … [Read more...] about Artisan Bread (No Knead)
Super Easy 5 Minute Salsa
1/2 cup packed fresh cilantro (leaves and thin stems only) One 15-ounce can fire-roasted diced tomatoes 2 cloves garlic 1 jalapeno, seeded and chopped 1/2 small red onion, chopped Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons) 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt (more or less to taste) Dash of Cumin In this order, put the cilantro, tomatoes, garlic, jalapeno, onion, lime … [Read more...] about Super Easy 5 Minute Salsa
Old Fashioned Cornbread
Want to make REAL old fashioned corn bread? NOT from a mix? Here we go. Cornbread 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted (or bacon drippings) Set aside 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup yellow cornmeal (or polenta) 1 tablespoon sugar (optional) 2 teaspoons baking powder (optional: yields a fluffier cornbread) 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 cup … [Read more...] about Old Fashioned Cornbread