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S’mores Cookies

Written by Chelsea on April 29, 2024. Posted in Desserts, Recipes. No Comments on S’mores Cookies

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S’mores Cookies

Ingredients:
– Parchment paper
– Baking sheet
– Graham crackers
– Hershey chocolate bars (or chocolate chips)
– Large marshmallows
– Cookie dough (store-bought or homemade)

Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Break the graham crackers into squares or rectangles, depending on the size you prefer. Place them in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.

3. Cut the Hershey chocolate bars into squares or rectangles that are roughly the same size as the graham crackers. Place one piece of chocolate on top of each graham cracker.

4. Cut the large marshmallows in half horizontally, so you have two thinner marshmallow discs. Place one marshmallow half on top of each piece of chocolate.

5. Take portions of the cookie dough and flatten them slightly between your palms to form disks that are slightly larger than the marshmallows. Place one disk of cookie dough on top of each marshmallow, pressing down gently to adhere it to the marshmallow.

6. Arrange the cookies on the baking sheet, leaving some space between each one to allow for spreading during baking.

7. Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the marshmallows are puffed and lightly toasted.

8. Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

9. Once cooled, serve the S’mores Cookies and enjoy the gooey, chocolatey goodness!

These cookies capture the classic flavors of s’mores in a convenient and delicious treat that’s perfect for any occasion.

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Pastalaya

Written by Chelsea on April 29, 2024. Posted in Dinner, Favorites, Recipes. No Comments on Pastalaya

Pork and Sausage Pastalaya

Ingredients:
– 1 lb pork stew meat, cubed
– Slap Ya Mama seasoning (to taste)
– Salt (to taste)
– Pepper (to taste)
– Garlic powder (to taste)
– 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced
– 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
– Louisiana hot sauce (to taste)
– 2 green bell peppers, diced
– 2 yellow onions, diced
– 1 can cream of mushroom soup
– 2 quarts chicken stock
– 1 lb thin spaghetti, broken into thirds

Instructions:
1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, season the cubed pork stew meat with Slap Ya Mama seasoning, salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste.

2. Brown the seasoned pork stew meat over medium-high heat until it is cooked through and nicely browned on all sides. Remove the pork from the pot and set it aside.

3. In the same pot, add the sliced smoked sausage and cook until it begins to brown and render its fat.

4. Add the diced green bell peppers and onions to the pot with the sausage. Cook until the vegetables are soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.

5. Return the cooked pork stew meat to the pot with the sausage and vegetables.

6. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce and Louisiana hot sauce to taste.

7. Add the can of cream of mushroom soup to the pot and stir until it is well combined with the other ingredients.

8. Pour in the chicken stock and bring the mixture to a simmer.

9. Once the mixture is simmering, add the broken spaghetti noodles to the pot, making sure they are submerged in the liquid.

10. Cook the pastalaya, stirring occasionally, until the spaghetti is al dente and the sauce has thickened, about 10-12 minutes.

11. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper, Slap Ya Mama seasoning, and hot sauce as needed.

12. Once the pasta is cooked to your liking and the sauce has thickened, remove the pot from the heat.

13. Serve the pastalaya hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley or green onions if desired.

Enjoy your delicious and flavorful pastalaya, cooked all in one pot for easy cleanup!

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Cheesy Tortilla Cheesy Tortilla Cheesy Tortilla

One Pot Cheesy Tortellini

Written by Chelsea on April 29, 2024. Posted in Dinner, Favorites, Recipes. No Comments on One Pot Cheesy Tortellini

One Pot Cheesy Tortellini
Ingredients:

        •       1 lb ground turkey or ground beef
        •       24 oz jar of spaghetti sauce
        •       8 oz block of cream cheese, softened and cubed
        •       1 lb package of refrigerated or freezer tortellini (any flavor)
        •       1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions:

        1.      In a large pot, cook the ground turkey or ground beef over medium heat until it’s browned and cooked through, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks.
        2.      Once the meat is cooked, drain any excess fat from the pot.
        3.      Add the jar of spaghetti sauce to the pot with the cooked meat and stir to combine.
        4.      Add the cubed cream cheese to the pot and stir until the cream cheese is melted and fully incorporated into the sauce.
        5.      Add the tortellini to the pot, stirring to coat them evenly with the sauce mixture.
        6.      Cover the pot and let the tortellini simmer for about 10-12 minutes, or until they are cooked through and tender, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
        7.      Once the tortellini are cooked, sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top of the pot.
        8.      Cover the pot again and let it sit for a few minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
        9.      Remove the pot from the heat and serve hot!

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Chicken Fajitas

Written by Chelsea on April 29, 2024. Posted in Dinner, Recipes. No Comments on Chicken Fajitas

Ingredients:

        •       1 lb chicken breast, sliced into thin strips
        •       2 bell peppers (any color), sliced
        •       1 onion, sliced
        •       2 tablespoons oil (vegetable or olive oil)
        •       Salt and pepper, to taste
        •       8 small tortillas (flour or corn)
        •       Shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend), for topping
        •       Avocado, sliced, for topping
        •       Sour cream, for topping
        •       Optional toppings: salsa, guacamole, chopped cilantro, lime wedges

Instructions:

        1.      Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
        2.      Add the sliced chicken breast to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
        3.      In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of oil if needed. Add the sliced bell peppers and onions to the skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until they are softened and slightly caramelized.
        4.      Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the peppers and onions. Stir to combine and heat everything through.
        5.      Warm up the tortillas in the microwave or on a dry skillet.
        6.      To assemble the fajitas, spoon the chicken, peppers, and onions mixture onto the center of each tortilla.
        7.      Top with shredded cheese, sliced avocado, and a dollop of sour cream.
        8.      Add any additional toppings of your choice, such as salsa, guacamole, chopped cilantro, or a squeeze of lime juice.
        9.      Roll up the tortillas tightly, tucking in the sides as you go, or fold them in half if using larger tortillas.

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Egg White Breakfast Pizza

Written by Chelsea on April 29, 2024. Posted in Breakfast, Recipes. No Comments on Egg White Breakfast Pizza

Egg White Breakfast Pizza
Ingredients:

        •       Egg whites from 4-6 eggs (depending on size)
        •       1 small onion, thinly sliced
        •       1 small bell pepper (any color), thinly sliced
        •       1/2 cup pizza sauce
        •       1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
        •       Olive oil
        •       Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

        1.      Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
        2.      Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
        3.      Add the sliced onions and bell peppers to the skillet and sauté until they are softened and slightly caramelized, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
        4.      Once the onions and peppers are cooked, spread them evenly across the bottom of the skillet.
        5.      Pour the egg whites over the onions and peppers, ensuring they cover the entire surface of the skillet.
        6.      Cook the egg whites over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, or until they start to set around the edges.
        7.      Spoon the pizza sauce evenly over the partially cooked egg whites, leaving a small border around the edge.
        8.      Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the pizza sauce.
        9.      Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the egg whites are fully cooked through.
        10.     Once cooked, remove the skillet from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing.
        11.     Slice the egg white pizza into wedges and serve hot.

Enjoy your tasty and healthy one-pan egg white pizza!

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Breakfast Casserole

Written by Chelsea on April 29, 2024. Posted in Breakfast, Favorites, Recipes. No Comments on Breakfast Casserole

Ingredients:
– 1 can of biscuits
– 1 tube of breakfast sausage
– 12 eggs
– Shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.

2. Open the can of biscuits and arrange them in a single layer on the bottom of the greased baking dish. Make sure they cover the entire bottom of the dish.

3. Cook the breakfast sausage in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it apart with a spoon, until it is fully cooked and crumbled. Drain any excess grease.

4. In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

5. Add the cooked sausage to the beaten eggs and mix well.

6. Pour the egg and sausage mixture evenly over the raw biscuits in the baking dish.

7. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the egg and sausage mixture.

8. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

9. Once cooked, remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

10. Serve slices of the breakfast casserole warm, and enjoy your delicious and satisfying morning meal!

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