Easy Denver Omelette (with Ham, Peppers, Onions, & Cheese)
A Denver omelette (also called a western omelette), overflowing with diced ham, sauteed pepper, onions, and melted cheese, is a diner staple and brunch favorite. Easier to get right than the fussier French omelettes, a western omelette can have some golden browning on the egg and a simple fold… it’s easy to master!
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ELOTES - MEXICAN STREET CORN
The best easy (and cheap!) recipe for Mexican corn on the cob that’s crazy delicious and totally addictive. Perfect for your next BBQ or Cinco de Mayo. Make extra because people can’t get enough of this amazing dish!
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SOUTHWEST CASSEROLE
Hearty and delicious, this casserole is a family favorite. A chili inspired beefy bottom topped with sweet and savory corn bread.
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COPYCAT RAINCOAST CRACKERS
Make gourmet-style homemade crackers that rival store-bought favorites at a fraction of the cost. Perfect for charcuterie boards, soups, and snacks, with customizable ingredients for endless flavor combinations.
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Cajun Crispy Potato Wedges (Easy Oven Fries)
These easy Cajun-seasoned crispy potato wedges are classic comfort food. Budget friendly, pantry to plate in 45 minutes or less!
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Winter Tabbouleh Salad
This winter tabbouleh salad is a seasonally-appropriate adaptation of this Mediterranean traditional staple dish. I make this in the fall and winter when the usual produce ingredients aren't available (yeah, you can buy them, but they aren't local or very good). Instead of the tomatoes and cucumbers, we use crunchy cabbage and radishes, along with generous amounts of parsley, lemon, and bulghur wheat. It's a brightly-flavored vegan side dish or light lunch that does not taste like "health food"... though it is packed with vitamins and fiber! This recipe makes a big batch, so if you aren't feeding a crowd, or making your lunches for the week, you can scale it back or cut it in half- the procedure is the same.
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Enchilada Roja Sauce
This makes a big batch of rich, smoky-sweet authentic red enchilada sauce. You'll need a pressure canner to can this safely, but you can always freeze it in meal-size portions or wide-mouth jars, or have a giant fiesta! This recipe is based on a tested recipe from Ball, with only substitutions or changes made in the dry seasoning, varieties of peppers, and the total recipe volume that are generally considered safe.
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Smoky White Bean Soup with Pork & Collards (Instant Pot Recipe)
This smoky white bean soup with pork and collard greens will warm you from the inside out. This substantial southern soup has got soul, y’all! This recipe makes a big batch, perfect for feeding a crowd or meal-prepping, and it freezes beautifully. It’s sized for an 8 quart Instant Pot, but you can still make it if you have a smaller IP… just cut the recipe in half, or see the recipe post for stove top or crock pot preparation.
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Enchilada Roja Sauce
This makes a big batch of rich, smoky-sweet authentic red enchilada sauce. You'll need a pressure canner to can this safely, but you can always freeze it in meal-size portions or wide-mouth jars, or have a giant fiesta! This recipe is based on a tested recipe from Ball, with only substitutions or changes made in the dry seasoning, varieties of peppers, and the total recipe volume that are generally considered safe.
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Rum Raisin Bread Pudding with Apples
This rum raisin bread pudding is classic comfort food, studded with rum-soaked raisins, chunks of fresh apple, and a creamy egg custard. I like it best served warm, with either a caramel or custard sauce, whipped cream, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or even rum raisin ice cream to take it over the top!
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