Friday, April 20, 2012
It's good. A little too good.
As my father-in-law would say, this recipe will "shrink your jeans." The main ingredients are biscuits, butter and sugar -- health food, it isn't. That said, if you have a little room to spare in your britches, you will certainly enjoy lemon monkey bread. The recipe only has four ingredients, it is quick to make and it is almost irresistibly tasty. I found a version of this on Pinterest, but couldn't find the dinner rolls specified in the recipe. Being from the South, biscuits seemed like a perfectly suitable alternative, so I went with that. I'm going to call that decision a win. Try it and let me know what you think. Ingredients: 1 12-ounce can of biscuits 1/2 cup granulated sugar 3 tbsp. butter, melted 1 tbsp. lemon zest Directions: …
Saturday, April 14, 2012
Try Polynesian-style ribs and enjoy a change from standard barbecue pork.
There is absolutely nothing wrong with a plate of regular barbecue ribs, but, if you want to try something a little different, Polynesian-style ribs may be just the thing. These ribs cook in a crock pot. If you like preparing your ribs another way, go right ahead and just toss them in the Polynesian sauce. I don't normally cook ribs in the crock pot, but this worked out pretty well. I think this sauce would also be good on a pork roast (those I do cook in the crock pot). So, fire up the Tiki torches, mix up a Mai Tai and enjoy a mini luau this weekend with Polynesian-style ribs. Ingredients: 2 pounds boneless, country-style pork ribs 1/4 tsp. garlic powder 1 small onion, chopped 1 6-ounce can of pineapple juice 1 8-ounce can of crushed …
Saturday, March 3, 2012
How can you go wrong with hamburger meat and tater tots in the same dish?
Here's a quick and easy recipe that conveniently puts your meat and vegetables together in a single casserole. Heat up some rolls or biscuits for a side dish and you are all set with a hearty and delicious meal the whole family will enjoy. Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef 1 small onion, chopped 1 small green pepper, chopped 1 15-ounce can of whole kernel corn, drained 1 10.5-ounce can of cream of chicken soup 1/2 c. cheddar cheese, divided 1 4-ounce jar of pimientos, drained 2 tbsp. sour cream 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper 1 32-ounce bag of tater tots Directions: Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Saute green pepper and onion until tender. Remove to plate. Cook ground beef until no longer pink. Add green pepper and onion mixture to ground beef …
Saturday, February 25, 2012
Looking for something sweet to top off a spicy meal? Try these apple enchiladas for a delicious way to end a meal.
Just polished off a heaping plate of hot and spicy nachos and need something sweet to finish the meal? Try apple enchiladas. This recipe takes only minutes to make, is slightly better for you than apple pie and just as delicious. I first tried this recipe after seeing it in a March 1999 edition of Southern Living. Now, 13 years later, I still make this at least once a month. Give it a try and let me know what you think. Ingredients: 1 21-ounce can of apple pie filling 6 8-inch tortillas (I use four 10-inch tortillas) 1 tsp. ground cinnamon 1/2 c. butter or margarine (this can be omitted if you are watching calories/fat - the recipe works fine without it) 1/2 c. regular sugar 1/2 c. firmly packed light brown sugar (I prefer dark brown sugar…
Saturday, February 18, 2012
Based on the chicken wing cupcake that was a Super Bowl hit, this dish is boneless so that you can pop the whole weirdly good treat in your mouth.
In the week leading up to the Super Bowl, an Albany bakery made national news with its chicken wing cupcake. The cupcake was made of a buttery cornbread base, covered with blue cheese frosting and topped with a chicken wing. I thought it looked weird but interesting, so I decided to make my own version. I didn't like the idea of having to pull the chicken wing off the cupcake to eat it, so I went with boneless buffalo chicken tenders instead. You will need: 12 corn muffins (I used this Southern Cornbread recipe and reduced the baking time to 18-20 minutes, but you can use a mix if you prefer) Boneless buffalo chicken tenders (I used Tyson brand) Blue cheese frosting Ingredients for blue cheese frosting: 8 ounces of cream cheese softened 3…
Saturday, February 11, 2012
Say “I love you” with a wonderfully rich bite of chocolate heaven!
A sweet smile, a warm hug, and the gift of a homemade melt in your mouth chocolate masterpiece is the perfect gift for your valentine. Gayle Norton shares her recipe for magic cookie bars; a treat that will help you spread the love this Valentine’s day. “Magic cookie bars are quick, easy, and always loved when I make them,” Norton said. You can use the base recipe to create an individualized treat for your loved one based on their favorite ingredients. “It is versatile, I use whatever I have on hand,” Norton said. “Use your imagination to combine different ingredients.” Norton’s recipe gives you several ideas for ingredients. You can make it over and over, and have a different flavor each time. It is like a “choose your own …
Saturday, February 4, 2012
Planning on having friends over for a Super Bowl party? This chili-cheese dip is a quick and easy addition to your party buffet.
The Super Bowl is Sunday and what would a game day party be without great snacks? Here's a chili-cheese dip that both Giants and Patriots fans will enjoy. Ingredients: 1 8-ounce package of cream cheese, softened (can use light or fat-free if desired) 1 4-ounce can of green chiles 1 medium yellow onion, chopped and sauteed until the onions are clear and slightly browned 1 15-ounce can chili with beans (I use low fat turkey chili) 1 cup shredded cheddar or pepper jack cheese (reduced fat cheese will also work) 1 4-ounce can of diced jalepenos Directions: Layer the ingredients in the order listed in an 8x8 casserole dish coated with cooking spray. Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for 20 minutes or until cheese is melted. Serve with tortilla …
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
Nothing beats a warm, moist slice of Southern cornbread. Enjoy it with your favorite soup or stew or eat it plain.
Do you have a favorite recipe -- a recipe that you have made over and over again and still like, one that you would be willing to share? Dacula Patch readers have shared some great recipes, but we are always looking for more and need your help. Add your recipe to our growing collection by clicking here. Use the category "social notes" then add your favorite recipe and, if you like, add a photo of you, the recipe, your kitchen, your favorite apron, your favorite cookbook, etc. With your help, we can all enjoy the best recipes Dacula has to offer. This week, I am sharing a recipe for one of my favorite foods: cornbread. I like how cornbread tastes, I like how it smells, I like how it crumbles up and makes a good stew even better. The fact …
Tuesday, January 3, 2012
Courtney Johnson shares her recipe for Chicken Chili.
Chili is a great crowd pleasing meal that is easy to make and easy on your pocket book. Courtney Johnson shares her recipe for chicken chili, one of her favorite go-to meals when company is coming. “What I like best about the recipe is that it is very easy and it makes a lot,” Johnson said. Even if you are not expecting a crowd around your dinner table, your family will love this warm Mexican flavored chili. “My family likes that it is a cozy meal on a cold day,” Johnson shared. To give this chili a little extra flavor Johnson adds her favorite spice to the chicken. “My best tip is to make sure to cook the chicken with Mrs. Dash for extra flavor,” Johnson suggests. Chicken Chili Ingredients: 3 to 4 chicken breast boiled with Mrs. Dash then…
Tuesday, December 27, 2011
Judy Blackwell shares a delicious recipe that will bring a warm smile to your table.
A delicious bowl of soup on a cold winter night will warm your soul and bring smiles to your dinner table. You can make those warm smiles even bigger by filling that bowl with the big flavors in Judy Blackwell’s seafood soup “I love the soup for its flavor and seafood,” Blackwell said. “It is a favorite because it always makes me smile watching others enjoy it.” Blackwell has been making this crowd-pleaser for years. You can add whatever seafood you prefer to the recipe. No matter what you add, it's easy to make and she says that the end result is always wonderful. “Just adjust the seafood to what you like,” Blackwell suggests. “Shrimp is a must, but I also add scallops, which is not called for. If you prefer oysters, add those too.” This …
Kristi Reed
3:06 pm on Friday, April 20, 2012
Thanks Stephanie. We all gave this recipe a thumbs up. I like it even better than cinnamon rolls or regular monkey bread. more ›