Recipe: Winter Grilling – Steak and Ale Chili with Beans

Steak and Ale Chili with Beans Recipe

Grilling isn’t limited to the summer months at our house. The hubby grills year round, but there are things to remember in order to grill safely during the colder months. First, NEVER bring your grill inside in order to cook or to heat your home. Dangerous gases are emitted which could kill. Also be certain [...]

Recipe: Chicken and Italian Sausage Alfredo Lasagna

Chicken and Italian Sausage Alfredo Lasagna

There is nothing low-calorie or low-fat about this Chicken and Italian Sausage Alfredo Lasagna recipe. It’s jam packed with cheese, cream, and as my son puts it, “it’s what Alfredo Lasagna should taste like.” He had the leftovers today as the hubby enjoyed it on New Year’s Eve. I’ll have to take their word for [...]

Recipe: Use Up Those Leftovers with this Turkey Croque Monsieur Sandwich

Leftover Turkey Croque Monsieur Sandwich

As a kid I think I looked forward to turkey leftovers even more than Thanksgiving dinner.  I used to steal slabs of cold turkey from the refrigerator and top them with a slice of jellied cranberry sauce.  Hey, as a kid that was considered cooking! As an adult I no longer eat turkey and since [...]

Recipe: Holiday Turkey Meatloaf and Mashed Potatoes “Cupcakes”

Holiday Turkey Meatloaf "Cupcake" recipe - perfect for kids!

Kids seem to like food better when it’s fun.  That explains all the wildly colored treats in all different shapes and flavors.  But how about getting them to eat something healthy by having a little fun with it!  You can also use these at Thanksgiving dinner as a kids-only entree they’ll enjoy. These can also [...]

Recipe: Easy Beef Top Round Sunday Dinner Roast

Easy Roast Beef Dinner from Top Round

You’ll notice there’s no salt in this recipe. It’s flavorful and has a bit of a kick thanks to the ground red pepper and garlic so it’s not necessary, but you can certainly add a sprinkle or two if you’d like. My husband’s blood pressure has been high so we’re cutting back on salt and [...]