Balsamic Pork Tenderloin

Source:  Add A Pinch, Sweet, Savory, Southern   Over the holidays I was looking at photos on my mother-in-law’s iPad and came across a screenshot she took of this recipe.  It sounded easy and the pictures made me HUNGRY so I forwarded it to myself and I’m ohhhh so glad I did.  Who doesn’t love a savory main dish that takes less than 5 minutes to prepare? … Read More »

Coffee Rubbed Rib-Eye

I found this on my Uncle’s BBQ’s computer and can’t wait to try it!   One of his friends sent it to him and apparently it is “world famous”.   I didn’t edit it at all because some of the instructions crack me up and I’m hoping you enjoy reading about this and eating it too!

Apparently it is a modified version of this recipe from Bobby Flay.… Read More »

Country Cornbread Dressing

Delicious and gluten free, nut-free, soy-free, & refined sugar free!

Ingredients:

  • Bob’s Red Mill Gluten Free Cornbread Mix (available at Sprouts and Kroger)
  • 1 lb country style sausage
  • 12 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 medium celery bunch,chopped
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 small leeks cleaned and sliced
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1.5 tablespoons poultry seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1-2 cups chicken stock

Preparation:

Prepare the cornbread the night before making the dressing. … Read More »

Herb Roasted Turkey

I made this last week to test it for Thanksgiving.  It is soooo good and it happens to be gluten free, nut-free, soy free, refined sugar free, grain free and egg free!   I grew all of the herbs in my garden so it was very satisfying to create this delicious recipe without having to purchase a single herb from the grocery store.… Read More »

Butternut Mac & Cheese

Source: The Pioneer Woman

Note:  To Make this Gluten Free choose GF Macaroni, GF Flour, & GF Panko

Also, it is worth a trip to The Pioneer Woman’s website to see all her comments and photos of the entire process of making this dish.

Ingredients:

  • 12 ounces, weight Macaroni
  • 1/2 whole Butternut Squash
  • Olive Oil, For Drizzling
  • 2 whole Yellow Onions, Sliced
  • 8 Tablespoons Butter
  • 2 Tablespoons Flour
  • 2 cups Whole Milk
  • Salt And Pepper
  • 2 cups Grated Sharp Cheddar
  • 1/2 cup Seasoned Breadcrumbs

Preparation:

Cook the macaroni until al dente.… Read More »

Sweet Spaghetti Squash Kugel with Apples and Raisins

Source: Cara’s Cravings

Yield: 9 servings

A sweet apple-raisin kugel that is light enough to enjoy with any meal, or on its own as a breakfast or snack. Gluten-free and refined sugar-free.

Ingredients:

4 cups cooked spaghetti squash
3 eggs
1/2 cup (85gm) coconut sugar
2 teaspoons cinnamon
2 apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
1/3 cup raisins

Directions:

Preheat oven to 375ºF.… Read More »

Creamy Chicken Enchiladas (Gluten Free)

I found this recipe on a Gluten Free App called GF Plate.   I modified it a little and my version is below.  Please note you can use regular flour tortillas if you aren’t concerned with gluten.  However, I’m not going to post any GF recipes unless they are delicious and my family prefers corn to flour tortillas anyway!… Read More »

Spicy Shrimp Tacos

Ingredients:

Bang Bang Spicy Sauce

Tortillas (gluten free corn)

Tacos

  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled
  • 2 tablespoons tapioca starch
  • 1/3 cup coconut oil, for frying
  • 1 .5 cups napa cabbage
  • 1/2 cup minced cilantro
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • 1/2 tablespoon honey
  • Pinch of salt
  • Lime for garnish

Instructions:

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Green Goddess Cobb Salad

Source: Epicurious

This looked so good I had to make it the day I saw it pop up in my inbox!

Ingredients:  (I found everything at Sprouts)
  • 2 scallions, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh tarragon leaves with tender stems
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
  • 1 avocado, cut into 1/4″ slices, divided
  • Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
  • 1 ounce guanciale (salt-cured pork jowl), very thinly sliced (or substitute pancetta)
  • 1 rotisserie chicken, skin removed and reserved, meat torn into bite-size pieces
  • 4 Little Gem lettuces or other small lettuces, leaves separated
  • 1 fennel bulb, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup pea shoots (tendrils)
  • 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
Preparation:

Puree scallions, tarragon, chives, cilantro, parsley, oil, vinegar, yogurt, and one-fourth of avocado in a food processor until smooth.… Read More »

Crispy Baked Okra

Source:  Audra made this one up and the family LOVES it….except Burger Boy who will eat ANYTHING but okra and pine nuts.

Ingredients:

  • A bag of FRESH okra (see photo from Sprouts)
  • 1/4 cup instant gourmet spice (see photo..I bought at Fresh Market)
  • 1/4 cup butter

Preparation:

Preheat oven to 400.  Line a baking sheet with foil.  … Read More »

8 Ways to Cook Asparagus

Recipe of the Week 8 Ways to Cook Asparagus Source:  Skinny Mom

I’m always looking for new sources for good recipes.  I’m not a Pinterest person.   I can’t remember the last time I checked Pinterest but this weekend I was on the lookout for photos of outdoor fire pits so I dug up my Pinterest password for the first time in probably a year.  … Read More »

Copycat Recipe: Panera Bread’s Pumpkin Muffin Tops

Source: Seeded at the Table

Sent to us by Aha! Subscriber, Carol Gaultney

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 16 minutes
  • Total Time: 26 minutes

Yield: A baker’s dozen (13 muffin tops)

 

A copycat recipe for Panera Bread’s Pumpkin Muffies, also known as muffin tops, with a powdered sugar topping. No special muffin top pan required!… Read More »

Coconut Lime Chicken

Source:  UFC Gym- Perimeter

  • 1 package of skinless, boneless chicken breasts
  • 3 Tbsp canola oil
  • zest of 1 large lime
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 2 Tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 – 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 3 Tbsp sugar
  • 2 tsp curry powder
  • 3/4 – 1 cup canned coconut milk
  • juice of 1 lime
  • optional – 1 serrano pepper, finely minced or cut into thin slivers
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

    Preparation:

    1.
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Grilled Chicken Caprese

Source: Woman’s Day Ingredients
  • 1 tbsp. red wine vinegar
  • 3 tbsp. plus 2 tsp. olive oil
  • kosher salt
  • black pepper
  • 1 small shallot, finely chopped
  • 1 c. corn kernels (from 1 large ear, or frozen and thawed)
  • 1 pt. mixed-color grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 4 6-oz. boneless, skinless, chicken breasts
  • 2 lb. mixed-color medium and large tomatoes, sliced
  • 1/4 c.
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Acai Banana Peanut Butter Bowl

If I ever get bored with my plain Jane food and I need some inspiration, it’s simple: I just ask my teenage daughter, Ellie. With an over-abundance of time spent on social media, and now a car to get her places, she’s my go-to resource for new and fun food trends. So when I told her I needed some breakfast ideas for this article, she was on it.… Read More »