You can make your nachos extra special like Mitzi’ does by making her own specially spiced refried beans.  Mitzi entered our first Super Bowl recipe contest and we wanted to share her recipe with you.   Nachos are wonderful, you can add all sorts of toppings to these nachos, guacamole, sour cream, peppers, olives, well you [...]

This year we had our first recipe Big Game contest. Stephanie, not me, was one of the ladies out entered one her favorite recipes. Her recipe is not quite your typical cheese dip. What I really liked about her cheese dip was the use of real cheddar cheese, instead of Velveeta. [...]

There is something about the Macaroni and Cheese, it is a comfort food most find difficult to resist. Personally, I know once I have spotted macaroni and cheese, it often ends up on my plate. The Outback Steakhouse has a macaroni and cheese recipe many people have requested in the past.  The recipe is only [...]

This is a popular appetizer that the Olive Garden has served.  Marina sauce, and seafood make this dip extra special.
6 oz. can tiny shrimp (drained, reserve liquid)
6 oz. can crab meat (drained, reserve liquid)
2 ounces cream cheese, (room temperature and cubed)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon crushed garlic
1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
1/3 cup [...]

Want to make these at home?  We will show you our copy cat recipe for making these mini sirloin burgers at home.  These are simple to make, and would be great at a tailgate party, a sleep over, or make a stack of these for an evening staying in watching moves.   We used bake and [...]

This is the best I’ve ever tasted! You may substitute 2 10 oz packages broccoli instead of squash. Thanks Judy for sharing this with me!!
4&1/2 cups sliced yellow squash (about 8-10 med sized)
1 chopped sweet onion (or 1 medium if not sweet)
1 can Cream of Celery Soup
1 beaten egg
1&1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 Heaping Tbsp [...]

This is a well known appetizer dish from Chili’s.  These are filled with chicken breasts, black beans and so much more. 
1 chicken breast fillet
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 tablespoons minced red bell peppers
2 tablespoons minced green onions
1/3 cup frozen corn
1/4 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
2 tablespoons frozen spinach, thawed and drained
2 tablespoons diced, canned [...]

This is filling meal.  Mexican cornbread casserole is easy to make, and it makes full meal.  Serve this with a salad for a complete meal.
2 boxes cornbread mix
1 lb ground beef
1 small can chopped green chilies
1 package taco seasoning mix
1 can regular corn
1 can creamed corn
1 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Brown ground beef add taco seasoning [...]

This is a wonderful dish to make for company, or even to make ahead, and reheat for later.  Cheese and meat fill large manicotti shells.  Enjoy this classic Italian dish anytime.
2 15 oz. cans tomato puree
1 15 oz. can crushed tomatoes
1 15 oz. can tomato paste
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 1/2 [...]

Creamy, cheesy delicious mac and cheese from a famous St. Louis soul food eatery.  It is hard to turn down a comfort food like this one.
1 pound elbow macaroni pasta
1 cup whole milk
2 cans (12 oz. size) evaporated milk
3 eggs
2 sticks butter, cut into small pieces
1/2 pound Colby cheese, shredded
1/2 pound Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
1/2 [...]

Enjoy a hamburger that is stuffed with bacon and cheese, these are delicious.  You can make these quickly anytime, and amaze everyone with your stuffed hamburger patties.
8 ounces ground beef 1-ounce cooked bacon, chopped 1-ounce shredded Cheddar 2 tablespoons canola or olive oil [...]

Olive Garden makes creative and inventive recipes.  Their Shrimp Caprese is a delightful meal for the summer.  The fresh basil adds a very nice touch.  Consider using the wine that you make this with one that you enjoy drinking, and one that you will drink with the meal.
3 lbs Roma tomatoes, cored* and cut into [...]

Everyone enjoys a spicy cheese dip such as Queso.  Whenever you go to a Mexican restaurant the temptation is always to order Queso, we will show you how to make this at home with our recipe.
Double boiler
1 large Tomato Diced
1/4 Medium Green Bell Pepper Diced small
1/4 Medium Onion Chopped finely
2 Cans Chopped Green Chilies with [...]

Everything that makes a Rueben sandwich special is in this casserole. This casserole reheats well.
1 can sauerkraut, drained
2 medium tomatoes sliced
2 Tbsp. Thousand Island Dressing
2 package (4 oz) sliced corn beef
2 C. Swiss cheese, shredded
1 can biscuits
2 crisp rye crackers, crushed
1/2 tsp. caraway seed
1. Preheat Oven to 425
2. Spread sauerkraut in bottom of 12 X [...]

This is a delightful cheese spread that will add a special touch to your dinner.  You may want to serve this bread with a warm bowl of soup.
1 lb margarine or butter, softened
3/4 lb finely grated cheddar cheese
3 oz grated Romano cheese
3 tbsp plus 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 tsp dry mustard
1/2 tsp celery salt
2 [...]