Chili Con Queso
Chili Con Queso a homemade version that can be a great Friday night meal! 2 teaspoons vegetable oil1 medium yellow onion (diced)1 red bell pepper (seeded and diced)1 lb ground…
Garlic Toast
Garlic Toast our family's favorite fresh bread ((French bread is great, homemade bread also works))butterlemon peppergarlic powderParmesan cheese (finely grated) Slice bread in relatively thick slices (not too thin)Arrange bread…
Cucumber, Tomato and Onion Salad
Cucumber, Tomato and Onion Salad 1 cup water½ cup distilled white vinegar¼ cup vegetable oil¼ cup sugar2 teaspoons salt1 tablespoon coarsely ground black pepper (fresh)3 medium cucumbers (peeled and sliced…
Green Beans and Potatoes
Green Beans and Potatoes 4 slices thick bacon (3-4 tablespoons grease reserved)1 large onion ((diced))2 pounds whole green beans ((ends trimmed))1 1/2 cups chicken stock1 1/2 teaspoons granulated garlic or…
Jalapeño Roasted Poppers
Jalapeño Roasted Poppers definitely a family favorite! 2 bars cream cheese4 pieces thick bacon15 medium sized jalapeños1 tablespoon minced onion flakes1/2 tablespoon dried cilantro ((chopped fresh cilantro is even better!))1…
Alexander’s Couscous
Alexander's Couscous A favorite recipe of Alexander's college roommates at Mines 1 pint grape tomatoes (halved)¼ cup sliced scallions2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (plus more for drizzling)1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar…
Roasted Brussel Sprouts
Roasted Brussel Sprouts 1 pkg raw brussel sprouts1/2 tbsp kosher salt1/2 tbsp ground black pepper2 tbsp olive oil Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.Cut the stem off each brussel sprout…