Sauerkraut Soup

Sauerkraut Soup

Title: Sauerkraut Soup Ingredients: 1 pound (450g) sauerkraut, drained and rinsed 1 pound (450g) smoked sausage or kielbasa, sliced 1 large onion, finely chopped 2 carrots, peeled and diced 2 potatoes, peeled and cubed 1 celery stalk, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 bay leaf 1 teaspoon caraway seeds (optional) 4 cups chicken or vegetable…

CAJUN SHRIMP PASTA WITH SAUSAGE

CAJUN SHRIMP PASTA WITH SAUSAGE

Title: Cajun Shrimp Pasta with Sausage Ingredients: 8 oz (225g) linguine or fettuccine pasta 1 pound (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined 8 oz (225g) Andouille sausage, sliced 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning 2 tablespoons olive oil 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 cup cherry…

Beef Liver and Onions

Beef Liver and Onions

Title: Classic Beef Liver and Onions Ingredients: 1 pound (450g) beef liver, sliced into 1/2-inch thick pieces 2 large onions, thinly sliced 1 cup all-purpose flour, for dredging 4 tablespoons butter or cooking oil, divided Salt and pepper to taste 1 teaspoon dried thyme (optional) 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar (optional, for deglazing) Chopped fresh parsley…

Mini chicken pot pies

Mini chicken pot pies

Title: Mini Chicken Pot Pies Ingredients: For the Filling: 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded or diced 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn, green beans), thawed 1/3 cup butter 1/3 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme 1 3/4 cups chicken broth 2/3 cup milk For the…

Dorito Taco Salad

Dorito Taco Salad

Title: Dorito Taco Salad Ingredients: For the Salad: 1 pound (450g) ground beef or turkey 1 packet taco seasoning mix 1 head iceberg lettuce, shredded 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned) 1/2 cup sliced black olives…

Holiday Maraschino Cherry Shortbread Cookies

Holiday Maraschino Cherry Shortbread Cookies

Title: Holiday Maraschino Cherry Shortbread Cookies Ingredients: 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened 1 cup powdered sugar 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon almond extract 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup maraschino cherries, drained and finely chopped 1/2 cup white chocolate chips or chunks (optional, for drizzling or dipping) Festive…

Cheesy Texas Toast

Cheesy Texas Toast

Title: Cheesy Texas Toast Ingredients: 8 slices of thick-cut Texas toast 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon onion powder Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Preheat Oven: Preheat…

ITALIAN CRESCENT CASSEROLE

ITALIAN CRESCENT CASSEROLE

Recipe: Italian Crescent Casserole Preparation Time: 15 minutes Baking Time: 25 minutes Serves: 6 Ingredients: For the Casserole: 1 lb ground Italian sausage 1/2 cup diced onion 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried basil Salt and black pepper…