After Thanksgiving Spicy Turkey Sandwich This After Thanksgiving Spicy Turkey Sandwich will make you want to save an extra piece of turkey for the day after Thanksgiving. The sandwich has a combination of turkey, pepper jack cheese, white cheddar cheese, grilled onions, sautéed tomatoes and spicy mayo, all on buttery toasted bread. I soooo look…
Thanksgiving Stuffing
Thanksgiving Stuffing How many of you look forward to the side dishes, more than the turkey on Thanksgiving? Me, me, me!!! So, that would definitely be me. No question. Ever since I can remember, I would look forward to the side dishes on Thanksgiving, but especially to eating a generous serving of Thanksgiving Stuffing. Boy,…
Pecan Pie with Graham Cracker Crust
Pecan Pie with Graham Cracker Crust Thanksgiving dinner just doesn’t seem complete without a generous slice of pecan pie topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Between the warm, custardy filling, the delicious rich pecans, and the texture of the graham cracker crust, this Pecan Pie with Graham Cracker Crust is the perfect pie…
Candied Yams with Marshmallows
Candied Yams with Marshmallows These yams are so yummy that even the those who announce that they don’t like yams, actually like these. This classic Thanksgiving side dish is more of a dessert than an regular side. When shopping, look for yams that are medium thickness and as symmetrical as possible. I know it’s not…
Mushroom Gravy
Mushroom Gravy I get requests for this Mushroom Gravy every Thanksgiving. Every time I even think about downsizing the Thanksgiving menu, I get protests form family members to keep this mushroom gravy on the long list of menu items. This sauce goes so well on the Turkey and Thanksgiving Stuffing that the regular turkey gravy…
Steakhouse Creamed Corn Recipe
Steakhouse Creamed Corn Recipe Have you ever noticed that when you go to a nice steakhouse, one of the side dishes on the menu is very often creamed corn? Whether it is Maestro’s Steakhouse or Morton’s Steakhouse, this style of corn is a staple. The best part is that you can make this Steakhouse Creamed…
Cheesy Mashed Potatoes
Cheesy Mashed Potatoes A deliciously prepared plate of hot cheesy mashed potatoes is one of the most comforting things you can eat. The combination of cheddar, gruyere, and parmesan cheese makes these spuds extra tasty. These mashed potatoes are buttery, creamy, fluffy, and oh so good. Lets Talk Potatoes What kind of potatoes do I…
Country Meatloaf
Country Meatloaf You will love serving this delicious and tender country meatloaf to your family. This is the perfect comfort food for the cold weather, or if you live in California, cooler weather. Ok. Ok. I know what you’re thinking…my kids won’t like it, or my husband won’t like it, or I won’t like it. …
Hot Chocolate Brownies
Hot Chocolate Brownies Ah, the richness of these hot chocolate brownies. It puts a smile on the face of any chocolate lover. It’s no wonder that it’s one of America’s favorite desserts. You can find some variation of the brownie anywhere from coffee shops to fast food restaurants to fancy restaurants. A dessert as American…
Caramel Sauce
Caramel Sauce Rich, delicious, and oh so lusciously smooth, you’ll want to pour it all over your desserts. This caramel sauce is so versatile. It is amazing on the Apple Crisp. It also goes spectacularly (along with the deliciously rich Chocolate Sauce. Together they make a dynamic duo.) on top of Chocolate Brownies, sundaes, cakes and…
Chocolate Chip Pancakes
Chocolate Chip Pancakes If you are a chocolate lover like me, you’ll really enjoy these chocolate chip pancakes. When I make breakfast pancakes (usually for dinner) at my house, I make a stack of Old Fashioned Pancakes for my husband, and a stack of these Chocolate Chip Pancakes for myself. If we’re super hungry, I’ll make…
Chocolate Sauce
Chocolate Sauce This is the chocolate sauce you will want to serve with everything sweet. This chocolate sauce is rich and thick. It’s more like a hot fudge than a chocolate syrup. I came up with this delicious chocolate sauce one day when I wanted something sweet, but had nothing but plain vanilla ice cream. …