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May 25, 2020
Grilled Corn and Poblano Salad Yesterday, I decided to crank up my old grill for the first time in a long time. Personally, I love cooking with hardwood lump charcoal. I got the charcoal crimson red and then put the poblano peppers on first for a few minutes. Next, I put the corn directly on the grill. You do have to watch the corn and turn it often so it doesn’t burn. After cooking for about 10 minutes, I took...
April 7, 2020
Hi everyone! I realize that it has been a very long time since I posted on my page. Since October 18, 2017, to be exact. Where have I been you ask? Well, in November of 2017, I started making one of my lifetime dreams come true. I rented a restaurant space. It took me until February of 2018 to get it cleaned up and ready to open. I opened April’s Kitchen on February 22, 2018, and have been going non-stop....
October 18, 2017
Instant Pot Spicy Chipotle Chuck Roast is a quick and easy meal that can be prepped in your instant pot and kept warm for up to 12 hours. You could also just place all ingredients in a slow cooker and cook on low 6 hours. I love the flavor of chipotles in adobo sauce but if you are not a fan, you cut substitute a can of tomatoes with green chilies (Rotel) and use half a can of water. Serve...
May 5, 2017
Gruyère Asparagus Tart Have you ever tried to make homemade puff pastry? While it is not difficult to make, it is time-consuming because you have to chill the dough between each rolling. When I made it, I used a Martha Stewart recipe which can be found here. I adapted Martha’s recipe for Asparagus Gruyère Tart when I made my Gruyère Asparagus Tart recipe. Fresh From the Garden Asparagus I made this tart for our Easter dinner this year and it was...
March 19, 2017
Chicken, Cauliflower, Broccoli Pilaf My inspiration for this Chicken, Cauliflower, Broccoli Pilaf recipe came to me after watching Chef John make Persian Rice on YouTube. Actually, after watching his video, I made my version of the Persian Rice in my Electric Pressure Cooker and served it with Chicken Sis Kabobs and I will share that recipe with you later. After thinking about how my version of the Persian Rice turned out, I decided it needed more tweaking. As a matter...
October 30, 2016
Caramel Cream Cheese Frosted Apple Cake If you tried my Carrot Cake recipe and liked it then you are going to love my Caramel Cream Cheese Frosted Apple Cake recipe. For several days, I have been looking at the bowl of apples on the counter and thinking I need to make something with those apples. My mind wandered to my delicious Carrot Cake and I got the great idea to change the recipe up a little. I substituted apples for the...
September 24, 2016
Peanut Butter Pecan Oatmeal Cookies Fall is one of my favorite times to bake. And since the Apple Pie I made the other day was a flop, I was in the mood for something sweet with a hint of cinnamon. After baking two trays of these Peanut Butter Pecan Oatmeal Cookies, I was going to eat a couple to make sure they were tasty. Obviously, they were delicious because a couple turned into six. They literally melt in your mouth....
September 23, 2016
One Pot Meatball Sauerkraut Soup I know what you are thinking, sauerkraut in soup????? Surprisingly, it is awesome! What could be better than tender meatballs in a hearty broth right? Add in some potatoes and sauerkraut and you have a perfect meal for these fall evenings! Of course, the sauerkraut gives it just the right amount of tang! My daughter loved it and this will be a regular meal for us this fall. One Pot Meatball Sauerkraut Soup Save...
September 21, 2016
Quick and Easy Crockpot Teriyaki Sesame Chicken Legs My daughter has a 12 hour stint at college two days a week, so I like to have a nice meal ready for her when she gets home on those nights. I am also a huge fan of Queen Sugar the new drama on OWN on Wednesday night so I want something I don’t have to actively participate in cooking. This recipe for Quick and Easy Crockpot Teriyaki Sesame Chicken Legs is...
September 17, 2016
Cast Iron Seared Sirloins The final recipe in my Buy 1 Rump Roast Cook 3 Yummy Meal series is Cast Iron Seared Sirloins. While I will admit, this is not a filet mignon, it is a great steak on a budget. One of the keys to a good steak is making sure it is not ice cold when you cook it. Also you have to let it rest. And lastly, you need to cut it against the grain. Making...
September 16, 2016
Fajita Sliders Hosting a football party or tailgating this weekend? Do I have the recipe for you? My Fajita Sliders recipe will take your get together to the next level. These sliders are the ultimate finger food. Who knew you could pack this much flavor in such a small package! Expecting a big crowd? I suggest you double the recipe! Of course if you want to go all out, make a batch of my Honey Chipotle Wings with Gorgonzola Dipping Sauce. Personally, I think...
September 15, 2016
Sirloin Stew Nothing makes me happier than cooking meals that are both delicious and economical. As a matter of fact, my Sirloin Stew recipe fits both of those categories. It is the first recipe in the Buy 1 Rump Roast Cook 3 Yummy Meals series. Can you believe you can get 3 delicious meals from one rump roast? The proof is in the post: Sirloin Stew (today’s recipe), Fajita Sliders (tomorrows recipe) and Cast Iron Seared Sirloins (the final recipe...
