I grew up with foodie parents before foodie was even a word. In our household, family meals were the rule. My dad was trained as a chef and he unwound from a long day at work (as a computer programmer) by cooking delicious meals. A sign hanging in my parents’ dining room fits their attitude […]
Tangy Meatballs
This is one of the easiest, tastiest recipes we’ve ever tried. Don’t be put off by the ingredients for the sauce. They really do go well together! Tangy Meatballs Meatballs: 1 lb. ground beef1 lb. sausage1 egg1/2 cup bread crumbs (for added flavor we use crushed croutons) Combine meat, egg, and bread crumbs. Form into […]
Fresh Mozzarella Basil & Tomato Pasta Salad
This has to be one of my all-time favorite easy summer dinners. I love the fresh taste of homegrown tomatoes and basil mixed with fresh mozzarella cheese and pasta. Any pasta will work. I use whatever is on hand. This can be eaten hot or cold making it great for a dinner out on the […]
Garden Chicken Dinner
Recipes that use the slow cooker (crockpot) are so nice for easy Sunday dinners. This one is a favorite. It truly is a one-pot meal. We serve it with fresh homemade bread. Garden Chicken Dinner 4 carrots, cut into 2-inch lengths1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup sliced celery2 cups cut green beans (or 1 15-oz can)4 […]
Quesadillas
Quesadillas are a quick go to meal at our house. It’s easy to vary the filling depending on what you have on hand. We broil ours in the oven for a crunchy tortilla. Pictured here is a chicken and black bean filling. Quesadillas (basic) 6 flour tortillas2 cups shredded cheese, monterey jack, cheddar, or pepper […]
Navajo Fry Bread
Pueblo Fry Bread, Indian Fry Bread….this goes by many names but we call it Navajo Fry Bread because we got the recipe from our good friends the Blackwaters. He is Navajo (grew up living in a hogan and everything!). She’s half Paiute, half Shoshone. We loved eating at their house because of the wonderful fry […]
Beef Stroganoff
A favorite of Mr. Ferrero Rocher’s. I made the mistake of substituting ground beef one time. A BIG NO NO!!! We prefer this served over rice but it is also good over noodles. We double the recipe because it only serves four. Beef Stroganoff 1 lb. beef tenderloin steak or sirloin steak 2 TBSP. all-purpose […]