2 lbs gnocchi3 oz thinly sliced prosciutto1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into thirds6 tablespoon unsalted butter10 large fresh sage leaves chopped3 tsp lemon juice2 garlic clovessalt and pepper to taste In a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat, saute prosciutto slices until crispy. Dry on paper towels. In a pot of boiling water, cook…… Continue Reading
Cannoli Dip
Ingredients1 cup ricotta cheese1 cup powdered sugar8 oz cream cheese1 teaspoon vanilla extract3/4 cup mini chocolate chips For dipping (your choice)broken waffle conesfruitgraham crackerscookiesetc…. InstructionsIn large bowl, blend ricotta and cream cheese together….add in vanilla and powdered sugar….whip to combine….mix in chocolate chips slowly….transfer to a serving dish…top with more chocolate chips…cover and refrigerate for…… Continue Reading
Italian Sausage Skillet
1 pound Italian sausage½ cup chopped green bell pepper1 medium onion, chopped1 tbsp minced garlic1 (14.5 ounce) can petite diced tomatoes, undrained2 cups vegetable juice from concentrate (Like V8)1 tbsp dried Italian seasoningsalt and pepper to taste1 ½ cups instant rice1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Cook sausage, onion and green pepper in a large skillet…… Continue Reading
White Bean Good Luck Soup
2 tablespoons olive oil1 medium sweet onion, finely chopped5 cloves minced garlic2 large carrots, peeled and thinly sliced2 stalks celery, chopped4 15-ounce cans cannellini beans rinsed and drained5 cups chicken broth1 tablespoon tomato paste1 tablespoon Italian seasoning1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper1/2 teaspoon salt3/4 cup chopped, cooked ham3 cups chopped baby spinach2…… Continue Reading
Hashbrown Sausage Bites
8 ounces softened cream cheese4 cups frozen shredded hash browns1 pound ground breakfast sausage1 ½ cups Bisquick1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a mixing bowl combine the sausage, softened cream cheese, cheddar cheese, hash browns and the Bisquick. Stir until well…… Continue Reading
Cowboy Mashed Potatoes
1 pound red potatoes1 pound Yukon Gold (yellow) potatoes1 fresh jalapeno pepper, sliced12 ounces baby carrots4 cloves garlic1 (10 ounce) package frozen white corn, thawed¼ cup butter½ cup shredded Cheddar cheesesalt and pepper to taste Place red potatoes, yellow potatoes, jalapeno pepper, carrots and garlic cloves in a large pot. Cover with water, and bring…… Continue Reading
Pecan Pie Brittle
1 cup chopped pecans1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup corn syrup1/4 cup butter, melted1 tsp vanilla1/2 tsp cinnamon1 cup graham cracker crumbs (finely crushed) In a bowl combine all ingredients, mix well. Line a 9×13 baking sheet (with edges) with parchment paper. Spread the mixture evenly over the parchment paper. Bake at 350 degrees for…… Continue Reading
Creamy Seafood-Stuffed Shells
8 ounces crabmeat, I used fresh “special” crab8 ounces shrimp, roughly chopped4 cloves garlic, minced, dividedJuice from ½ lemon8 ounces cream cheese, cut into cubes1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley, divided, plus more for garnish2 teaspoons red pepper flakes, divided (more or less to taste)Salt and pepper, to taste2 tablespoons butter1 small…… Continue Reading
Crockpot Cranberry Meatballs
26 ounces frozen bite size meatballs14 ounces whole berry cranberry sauce12 oz Heinz Chili Sauce1 and 1/2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce1 and 1/2 tbsp brown sugar Place meatballs in crockpot. In a mixing bowl, mix together remaining ingredients. Pour mixture over meatballs. Cook on low four hours stirring occasionally.… Continue Reading
Apple Butter Pumpkin Pie
1 Pillsbury refrigerated pie crust1 cup solid pack 100% pumpkin (pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling)1 cup apple butter1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon salt3 eggs, lightly beaten1 cup evaporated milkStreusel Topping3 tablespoons butter1/2 cup flour1/2 cup dark brown sugar1/2 cup chopped pecans Preheat oven…… Continue Reading