Baked Apple Cinnamon Delights are baked in a lovely bath of apple cider that simmers into a beautiful syrup. Serve them stuffed with glazed pecans, hot or cold, with a dollop of whipped cream. POACHED APPLES WITH CANDIED GLAZED PECANS Poached apples are soft, subtly sweet apples baked in apple cider syrup and cinnamon sticks, then topped with brown sugar and apple pie spice, making for a wholesome and delicious dessert. When buying apples for my Crockpot Apple Butter, Apple Pie Fritters , and my husband, who eats an apple a day, I decided to make some Baked Apples. I served these at one of the catering events I hosted. We made 250 of them. You would think I never wanted to see them again, but they were such a hit I decided to make a batch for my husband. These poached apples are a simple way to achieve an almost perfect way to enjoy the purest flavor of an apple. They are peeled, cored, baked in apple cider, then baked more with brown sugar and butter. The recipe
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Sopapilla Cheesecake Bars
Sopapilla Cheesecake Bars are a rich, decadent dessert that comes together quickly, perfect for any occasion. SOPAPILLA CHEESECAKE It takes a few ingredients, so I keep plenty of butter, cream cheese, and crescent rolls in my fridge to be ready to make some in a pinch when I need a quick dessert. My daughter, Jennifer, started a whole new dessert adventure with these Sopapilla Cheesecake Bars . They are sweet and flakey with a buttery cinnamon sugar crunch on top that melts in your mouth. Some people like them warm, but my family prefers them cold. Sopapilla Cheesecake Bars are the perfect dessert with your next Mexican theme meal. You will want to take these to the next gathering you go to. I really think they would be fabulous to take to brunch! I know they are a dessert, but who says you can't eat them for breakfast! WHERE CAN I FIND THE RECIPE? TAKE ME TO THE RECIPE FOR SOPAPILLA CHEESECAKE Below, under the next heading, I give a list of preferred ingredients, tips,
Stuffed Pork Chops with Pepper Jelly Glaze
Collards and Cornbread Stuffed Pork Chops, juicy, thick gorgeous pork chops slit with a pocket of collard greens and cornbread stuffing and then placed under the broiler with a glaze of pepper jelly. COLLARDS AND CORNBREAD STUFFED PORK CHOPS These pork chops make a beautiful presentation for any restaurant meal experience you want for your guests or just a celebratory dinner for your family. When I saw these thick pork chops at Sams, I knew I wanted to stuff them. My husband had his eye on grilling, and after I had talked him into stuffing them, he got a sparkle in his eyes.
Old Fashioned Chicken Pot Pie
Old fashioned Chicken Pot Pie is made with whole chicken, mixed vegetables, and homemade white sauce, baked in a flaky crust. Homemade Chicken Pot Pie (Copycat Marie Callender's) One bite of this scrumptious homemade chicken pot pie and your family will know why homemade from start to finish is the only way, just like the widely known chicken pot pie from Marie Callender. While my daughter in love, Brandy, was on bedrest awaiting the arrival of our granddaughter, her friend, Rachel brought over this delicious Chicken Pot Pie. Rachel's Old Fashioned Chicken Pot Pie recipe should definitely be added to your repertoire. She says, "It is her Mom's famous Chicken Pot Pie! "We LOVE this...it's a must at every holiday." To my surprise, Brandy had one baking in the oven when we arrived on our next visit.
Baked Spaghetti and Homemade Meatballs
Baked Spaghetti and Homemade Meatballs are prepared by simmering the meatballs in an easy marinara sauce until they become gloriously tender and juicy. Then, add the spaghetti, toss it all together, and bake. THE BEST SPAGHETTI AND HOMEMADE MEATBALLS This is the best recipe for Spaghetti and Homemade meatballs given to me by a dear friend. I give all the tips and tidbits for making a satisfying and comforting meal. When I think of comfort food, it doesn't get more classic than Spaghetti and Meatballs. This recipe is pretty straightforward. The dish has three components, the meatballs, the sauce, and the pasta. The true star, for me, is the meatballs, which need some love and attention to be tender and juicy. The marinara sauce is a simple recipe of onion, garlic, diced and crushed tomatoes, seasonings, and fresh herbs. It is very basic, but believe me, when it is cooked up with the meatballs and incorporated with the pasta, it is incredible.
German Chocolate Blossom Cookies
These German Chocolate Blossom Cookies start with a German chocolate cake mix, which makes them super easy to make. They are soft and chewy and topped with your favorite candy––Hershey Kisses. GERMAN CHOCOLATE KISS COOKIES (3 Ingredients) German Chocolate Kiss Cookies are a favorite year round. The recipe has only three ingredients, which you probably already have in your kitchen. They are seriously the easiest cookies to whip up and perfect for your children to join in. These German Chocolate Blossom Cookies are a twist on the beloved Peanut Butter Blossom Cookie, which is so popular around the holidays. We are such huge fans of German chocolate, and I see so many recipes using cake mixes to make cookies that it sparked an interest in using a German chocolate cake mix and rich and creamy coconut pecan frosting together to make some. These cookies taste absolutely amazing. It is impossible to stop at one. They are soft and chewy and all the flavors of a piece of German Chocolate
Blackberry Pie Bars
Blackberry Pie Bars have a buttery shortbread crust, a creamy custard filling with a generous serving of fresh blackberries running through, and a delicious cookie crumble streusel topping. BLACKBERRY CREAMY PIE BARS These Blackberry Pie Bars make a super easy summer treat. They are perfect for brunch, entertaining guests, and as a simple accompaniment to an afternoon coffee break. I am a huge fan of pie bars. You are probably familiar with the Pumpkin Pie Bars that roll out in the fall months. Then spring comes, and we see the Lemon Bars make an appearance. But when summer rolls around, I become a huge fan of these blackberry pie bar treats. I'm so impressed with the crafting of these pie bars. Though they are called pie bars, they handle like cookie bars and roar like a blackberry cream pie. They are seriously delicious!
Kay's Swiss Steak
Swiss steak is an inch-thick beef round steak tenderized and browned, then simmered low and slow in a sauce of tomatoes, onion, garlic, and herbs on the stovetop or in the oven. THE BEST OLD FASHIONED SWISS STEAK This old-fashioned Swiss steak, with fork-tender meat alongside a billowing pile of mashed potatoes smothered in a beefy tomato gravy, is the ultimate comfort food. Swiss steak is a method of preparing meat, usually beef, by rolling or pounding it and then braising it in a stockpot, either on a stove or in an oven. The name does not refer to Switzerland but to the process of "swissing," which involves pounding or running fabric or other materials through rollers to soften them, in this case, meat.
Beach Jello Cups
The summer months are around the corner, and what better way to embrace the heat than with a cool, refreshing treat on a hot summer day. POOL PARTY JELLO CUPS Whether for the beach or a pool party, the recipe uses berry blue jello and is quick and easy to make. Decorate with gummy sour sharks, gummy fruit rings, and gummy fruit bears. Both children and adults alike are big fans of these Beach Jello Cups. They are cool and refreshing, perfect for a grab-and-go treat on a hot summer day. Are you planning a summer beach trip or a birthday pool party? Or do you want something fun to make with your children during the summer? Hope you will give these fun beach or pool jello cups a try. The recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for a crowd.
Chopped Cherry Tomato Caprese Salad
My Easy Chopped Cherry Caprese Salad is loaded with ripe cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, and fresh mozzarella pearls and drizzled with a balsamic glaze. EASY CHERRY TOMATO CAPRESE SALAD Caprese salad is one of the easiest salads to make throughout the year, but the simplicity of the recipe doesn't mean it lacks zesty flavors. The classic combination of all the ingredients topped with a tangy glaze is irresistible. Caprese salad is perfect year-round, but my favorite time to enjoy this irresistible salad is when spring rolls around, and summer is just behind. It is ideal for summer because it is light, refreshing, and so easy to prepare. I love bringing it to potlucks, picnics, or family barbecues because it is so easy to travel with. It can be served at room temperature or right out of the refrigerator.
