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Instant Pot, Main Dish

Sour Cream Pork Chops

This have been my favorite pork chop recipe for years! I made them again two nights ago and forgot to take a picture. But I thought I would post the recipe anyway because they are super delicious!! You can use your crock pot, Instant Pot or oven for this. Your […]

Home, Soups

Gazpacho

A summertime favorite indeed! This is one of my very favorite poolside dinners. I serve it with grilled shrimp and lots of delicious toppings. 1 Zucchini, chopped (save 2 tbsp diced small) 2 Roma tomatoes, chopped (save 2 tbsp diced small) 1 Cucumber, chopped (save 2 tbsp diced small) 1/2 […]

Baking, Home, Sourdough

Sourdough Double Chocolate Loaf Cake

This cake is made using discard! It is moist, dense, deep, dark chocolate and delicious, topped off with a tangy buttermilk glaze. Makes 1 loaf 9×5 1 Cup all purpose flour 3/4 Cup unsweetened cocoa 1/2 Tsp salt 1/2 Tsp baking powder 1/2 Tsp baking soda 1 Large egg 1 […]

Home, Instant Pot, Main Dish

Chicken & Rice ~ Instant Pot

This is the dinner to make when you haven’t planned anything for dinner and you you need to get dinner on the table and hour ago! Its super quick and super delicious with short cuts! Serves 4 2 Cups uncooked rice 4 Cups water or chicken broth 1 1/2 Tbsp […]

Home

Curried Carrot Butter ~ For The Freezer

This butter is delicious! I was pleasantly surprised, I was not expecting to like it, truthfully. As I do love curried carrot soup, I thought I’d give it a try. I did alter the recipe slightly using dark brown sugar instead of honey, I also doubled up on the sugar, […]

Everything Else, Home

Grape Tomato Refrigerator Pickles

These yummy little morsels are quick and easy to make. Perfect with sandwiches or as is for an appetizer. Makes 1 quart Brine 1 Cup white vinegar 1 Cup water 1 Tbsp canning or kosher salt 1/2 Tbsp granulated sugar Add all to medium pot and heat until salt and […]

Baking, Breakfast & Brunch, Home

Baked Oatmeal

Whether you grab it on the go or you are hosting brunch, this baked oatmeal is super yummy and filling! Add your favorite nuts, fruits and flavors, its your kitchen, man! 2 Large eggs 1/2 Cup dark brown sugar 1 Tsp vanilla extract *1 Tsp imitation maple (optional,for extra maple […]

Baking, Home

Grapefruit Loaf Cake

As refreshing as it is delicious! The taste of spring here in the valley. This cake will be a beautiful addition to any special occasion or gathering. 1 1/2 Cups all purpose flour 1 Cup granulated sugar 2 Tsp baking powder 3/4 tsp salt 1/3 Cup fresh squeezed grapefruit juice, […]