An easy baked side dish of spinach, rice, and cheese Yield: 4-6 servings Ingredients: 9 or 10 ounces fresh spinach leaves1 tablespoon water1 teaspoon dried onion (or 2 tablespoons of fresh, minced onion)1 cup cooked rice (measurement is after cooking, not before)1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese1/3 cup milk2… Read more »
A tender grilled salmon fillet with butter, garlic, and lemon Yield: 4 servings Ingredients: Two 8-ounce Salmon filletsliquid smoke flavoring*saltfreshly ground pepper1 fresh lemon, sliced or in wedges**oil, in a spray bottle (easiest)2 cloves minced garlic2 tablespoons butter, sliced Instructions: 1. Lightly season fillets (both sides, if skinless) with liquid… Read more »
A comforting creamy casserole of cheesy sliced potatoes and smoked salmon Yield: 8 servings Ingredients: 1 large onion or 2 medium onions, finely diced or thinly sliced3 large potatoes (about 2 or 2.5 pounds), scrubbed and thinly sliced1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1 1/2 cups milk1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon black pepper3… Read more »
Quick and easy, these creamy grilled scalloped potatoes are flavorful and colorful! Yield: 6-8 servings Ingredients: 3 cups very thinly sliced peeled potatoes*1 cup very thinly sliced carrots1 cup thinly sliced onion3/4 cup mayonnaise, Miracle Whip salad dressing, OR sour cream**4 ounces (1 cup) shredded mozzarella cheese1/2 cup grated Parmesan… Read more »
This is the best old-fashioned potato salad recipe! Chunky, creamy, and flavorful, everyone loves this homemade potato salad! Yield: 16-24 servings (about 16 cups) Ingredients: 9 medium potatoes* (~3 to 3.5 pounds)1 sweet onion, finely chopped2 cups finely chopped celery1/2 cup finely chopped dill pickles3 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and diced1/4… Read more »
Thinly sliced potatoes tossed with basil, garlic, and oil and grilled on a plank of Alder wood for a fragrant smoky flavor Yield: 4-6 servings Ingredients: 2 pounds red or Yukon Gold potatoes — about 8-10 small [<2inches in diameter] potatoes2-3 teaspoons minced garlic (about 4-6 cloves)2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon… Read more »
A homemade baked macaroni and cheese with a flavorful and creamy sauce Yield: 8 servings Ingredients: 16 ounces elbow macaroni or small shell pasta1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 teaspoon granulated garlic or garlic powder1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds, crushed*20 cranks of black pepper (or 1/8-1/4 teaspoon ground)1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter1/4 cup… Read more »
Potato wedges tossed with seasonings and oil and baked Yield: 4-6 servings Ingredients: 6-8 medium potatoes2 tablespoons oil1 teaspoon garlic salt1 teaspoon garlic powder2 teaspoons onion powder2 teaspoons chili powder Optional ingredients: cayenne pepperchivesdried parsleygrated Parmesan cheese Instructions: 1. Scrub potatoes and rinse under cold water. Pat dry. 2. Cut… Read more »
Yield: 1 dozen Ingredients: 2 cups flour1 tablespoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/3 cup cold butter, sliced3/4 cup buttermilk or kefir Instructions: 1. Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Cut in butter. 2. Add buttermilk or kefir, stirring until mixture forms somewhat of a ball shape. Then, knead… Read more »
Ingredients: 16 ounces elbow macaroni or small shell pasta 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/4 teaspoon granulated garlic or garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds, crushed* 20 cranks of black pepper (or 1/8-1/4 teaspoon ground) 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 3 cups milk 1 cup heavy whipping… Read more »