BBQ Kraut Stir Fry with Sliced Brats, Pork Bits and Burger Bits

4 "O LORD, make me know my end and what is the measure of my days; let me know how fleeting I am! 

5 Behold, you have made my days a few handbreadths, and my lifetime is as nothing before you. Surely all mankind stands as a mere breath! Selah 

6 Surely a man goes about as a shadow! Surely for nothing they are in turmoil; man heaps up wealth and does not know who will gather! 

7 "And now, O Lord, for what do I wait? My hope is in you.  - Psalm 39:4-7

2 T BBQ sauce

2 c Boars Head Kraut

4 grilled brats, sliced

1 grilled pork chop, chopped

2 burger patties, chopped

Stir fry all together!!

Chicken Marsala Rice Sweet Pea Casserole

9 Then my soul will rejoice in the LORD, exulting in his salvation. 

10 All my bones shall say, "O LORD, who is like you, delivering the poor from him who is too strong for him, the poor and needy from him who robs him?" 

11 Malicious witnesses rise up; they ask me of things that I do not know. 

12 They repay me evil for good; my soul is bereft.  - Psalm 35:9-12

1/2 of a rotisserie chicken, pulled and rough chopped

1 leek, sliced

1/2 onion, sliced

1 small can Pet milk

1/4 white wine

1/2 c water

1/4 c Marsala

1 c cooked sticky rice

2 T parsley

1 pat compound butter, I used my own, basil-smoked paprika

1/2 t olive oil 

1/2 t chicken base seasoning

Smoked salt and cracked pepper to taste

3/4 c frozen English peas

1 c Parmesan Reggiano, reserve 1/2 c for topping

Topping( add in this order)

1/4 c Panko

1/4 c canned onion rings, crushed

1/2 c Parmesan Reggiano 

1/2 c shredded Mozzarella 

Over medium, heat oil, add compound butter, melt and add onions, leeks, rice and frozen peas. Next add the wines, chicken base seasoning, water and Pet milk, cooking for 5 minutes. Next add the 1/2 c Parmesan and the chicken. Cut off heat, add the parsley. Salt and pepper to taste. Add topping. Place in a greased casserole and bake 325 degrees for 20 minutes.

Knock Off Bright Star Peanut Butter Pie

The LORD is my strength and my shield; in him my heart trusts, and I am helped; my heart exults, and with my song I give thanks to him.  - Psalm 28:7

For the crust:

Take 24 Nutter Butter cookies and place them in a freezer bag. Hit the freezer bag with a rolling pin (or whatever) to make the cookies into crumbles. I wanted the crust to still be recognizable as Nutter Butters - so we left a number of good-size pieces. Pour the crumbled NB's into a good-size bowl and add 5-6 tbsp of melted butter. Mix well. Place this mixture into either a pie dish or other suitable-size dish. I had a pyrex square dish that worked great. Once filled and even on the bottom, place in the refrigerator.

For the filling:

Cream together one 8-oz package cream cheese, one cup of peanut butter, 3/4 cup of sugar. The original recipe called for a splash of vanilla, but I didn't think that was necessary. Once that's all incorporated, stir in 8-oz Cool Whip.

Finish:

Take the crust back out of the refrigerator, and spoon the filling over. Level it out on top. Cover with Saran and place in the freezer for a few hours or overnight.

Yummy!

Chicken Rice and Creamed Spinach Casserole

13 For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother's womb. 

14 I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well. 

15 My frame was not hidden from you, when I was being made in secret, intricately woven in the depths of the earth. 

16 Your eyes saw my unformed substance; in your book were written, every one of them, the days that were formed for me, when as yet there was none of them.  - Psalm 139:13-16

1/2 of a rotisserie Chicken, pulled

1 frozen Green Giant creamed spinach, cooked

1 c Water

1 T Chicken base seasoning

1/2 c Onion rings

1/4 c White wine 

1/4 c Cream 

2 t parsley flakes

1 c Mozzarella cheese

1 1/2 c cooked rice

1/2 c Parmesan cheese, placed on top

Mix all together and top with Parmesan.

Bake in a 350 degree oven for 25 minutes or until top is slightly browned.

Dreamy Coconut Cake

16 Turn to me and be gracious to me, for I am lonely and afflicted. 

17 The troubles of my heart are enlarged; bring me out of my distresses. 

18 Consider my affliction and my trouble, and forgive all my sins.  - Psalm 25:16-18

1 white cake mix, make in a 13x9 pan according to box direction( don't use a pudding in the mix cake)

Cool and poke holes in cake with a wooden spoon

1 can of Coco Lopez cream of coconut( found in the wine section where the alcoholic drink mixes are located) pour in cake holes and around the edges( place can in bowl of hot water to melt, it hardens in the can, shake well

1 large cool whip, thawed( frost cake with cool whip)

Refrigerate

Out of the Ordinary Honey Sesame Chicken

42 And he commanded us to preach to the people and to testify that he is the one appointed by God to be judge of the living and the dead.

43 To him all the prophets bear witness that everyone who believes in him receives forgiveness of sins through his name." - Acts 10:42-43

1 small egg

2 Tbsp cornstarch 

1 pinch each salt & pepper

4 boneless, skinless chicken tenderloins

2 T vegetable oil (for frying) 

Sauce

3 T soy sauce

1 T water 

½ T toasted sesame oil

2 T brown sugar 

1½ T rice vinegar 

3 T honey

2 T Mirin

1 inch fresh ginger, grated 

1 t roasted garlic, mashed

2 T sesame seeds 

Pinch chili flakes

1 T cornstarch 

2 c cooked jasmine rice

Veggies
1 chopped bok choy
1 leek, sliced

In a large bowl, whisk the egg, add 2 T cornstarch, and a pinch of salt and pepper and whisk again.

Cut chicken into 1 inch pieces. 

Toss the chicken in the egg and cornstarch mixture.

Heat a large skillet with 2 T of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. 

When the oil is very hot, add the chicken and all of the mixture.

Prepare the sauce. 

In a small bowl stir together the soy sauce, water, sesame oil, brown sugar, rice vinegar, honey, Mirin, fresh ginger, minced garlic, cornstarch, and sesame seeds.

Once the chicken is cooked through and golden brown and add the veggies. 

They cook quickly, then pour the sauce over top. 

Toss the chicken and veggies to coat in the sauce. 

The sauce will begin to thicken as soon as it hits the heat.

Once the chicken is coated and the sauce thickened, turn off the heat.

Grilled Chicken and Veggie Stuffed Baked Potato with BBQ Ranch Dressing

11 Let us therefore strive to enter that rest, so that no one may fall by the same sort of disobedience.

12 For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart.

13 And no creature is hidden from his sight, but all are naked and exposed to the eyes of him to whom we must give account. - Hebrews 4:11-13

2 baked potatoes, on this blog under potato tab( best potato ever)

6 pounded chicken tenderloins, sliced into strips, season with kosher salt and BBQ seasoning rub

2 shredded Carrots 

1 Shallots, diced

3 tiny multi colored peppers, sliced in tiny strips

1 bok choy, chopped

Butter

Sour cream

Mozzarella cheese, shredded 

BBQ ranch dressing, this blog under dressings tab

In a little olive oil, sauté carrots, shallots and peppers, 3 minutes. Remove. Add chicken and a little oil to skillet. Cook chicken 5 minutes or until done. Add bok choy and veggie mix back in. Cook 3 minutes.

Build potato

Slit down the middle, mash with fork.

Add butter, sour cream, meat-veggie mixture, top with shredded mozzarella and BBQ ranch dressing.

BBQ Ranch Dressing and Dipping Sauce

14 Since then we have a great high priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus, the Son of God, let us hold fast our confession.

15 For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sin.

16 Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need. - Hebrews 4:14-16

1/4 c Buttermilk

1/4 c mayo

1/4 c BBQ sauce

1 t Apple cider vinegar

1 t Dry mustard

1 t Dill 

1/2 t Kosher salt

1 t BBQ seasoning

A few turns Cracked pepper

1 t Worcestershire sauce

1/2 of a Lime juiced and zested

1 t honey

1/2 t red pepper flakes 

Roasted garlic

Mix all together with whisk.

Bacon and Onion Egg Salad

4 He asked life of you; you gave it to him, length of days forever and ever. 

5 His glory is great through your salvation; splendor and majesty you bestow on him. 

6 For you make him most blessed forever; you make him glad with the joy of your presence. 

7 For the king trusts in the LORD, and through the steadfast love of the Most High he shall not be moved.  - Psalm 21:4-7

6 slices bacon, diced and cooked

1 small onion, diced 

4 large brown eggs, boiled and rough chopped

4 Croissants, lightly toasted

1/4 c mayo

1/4 c sweet pickle relish

1 t yellow mustard

A few turns cracked black pepper

Kosher salt to taste

Fry bacon until almost crisp, then add onions.

Cook until onions are done and bacon is crisp.

Drain on paper towels.

Take chopped eggs, add mayo, relish, mustard and seasoning.

Add bacon-onion mixture to the egg mixture.

Serve on croissants, yum!!

Pork Medallions In Dijon Mustard Cream Sauce

You have tried my heart, you have visited me by night, you have tested me, and you will find nothing; I have purposed that my mouth will not transgress.  - Psalm 17:3

2 c sliced Pork medallions, can cut from center cut chops or tenderloin, season with meat tenderizer

Small can Pet milk

1 Leeks

1 t Thyme

1 t Rosemary

6 Mushrooms, sliced

1 t Dijon mustard

1 c Half and half

1/2 c white wine 

Garnish with parsley flakes

Sauté medallions in a little oil until slightly browned.

Remove from pan.

Add leeks and mushrooms to pan and sauté until tender.

Add wine and two milks sautéing until mixture is reduced by half.

Add mustard, stir well. 

Add pork back in along with rosemary and thyme.

Garnish with parsley flakes.

Lemon Cream Chops Over Sautéed Spinach

The LORD is king forever and ever; the nations perish from his land.  - Psalm 10:16

Center cut pork chops seasoned with seasoned meat tenderizer and smoky paprika

Few drizzle of olive oil

1 shallot

1 onion

1/2 of a lemon for juice

Pack of Baby spinach

1/4 c white wine

2 T cream

Smoked salt

Cracked multi peppercorn 

1/4 c finely shaved Parmesan Reggiano 

Season and sear chops in oil on medium high heat.

Cook for 5 minutes on each side, remove.

Add onions, shallots, lemon juice and spinach.

Sauté until onions are translucent.

Add white wine, salt, pepper and cream, reduce by half, return chops. Finish off with Parmesan. 

Bacon Jam Burger Slider

In the pride of his face the wicked does not seek him; all his thoughts are, "There is no God."  - Psalm 10:4

He says in his heart, "God has forgotten, he has hidden his face, he will never see it."  - Psalm 10:11

17 O LORD, you hear the desire of the afflicted; you will strengthen their heart; you will incline your ear 

18 to do justice to the fatherless and the oppressed, so that man who is of the earth may strike terror no more.  - Psalm 10:17-18

Good quality ground beef, I like Sprouts extra lean 

Tomato, sliced

Lettuce

Slider buns, I like the potato buns

Sweet Bourbon Smoky Bacon jam, recipe this blog under Dressing tab

Season salt

Cracked black pepper

Smokehouse Sierra Jack cheese slices, from Sprouts

Grill or pan fry beef patties, seasoned with season salt and pepper.

Toast bun, topped with cheese.

Add jam and tomato slice.

This burger was outrageous!!! 

Sweet Bourbon Smoky Bacon Jam

O LORD, our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth! You have set your glory above the heavens.  - Psalm 8:1

11 God is a righteous judge, and a God who feels indignation every day. 

12 If a man does not repent, God will whet his sword; he has bent and readied his bow;  - Psalm 7:11-12

2 T Jim Beam

1/2 c Water

1 t chicken base seasoning

1/8 c brown sugar

1 Shallot, diced

Splash liquid smoke

1/2 package Bacon, diced

1 Vidalia onion, chopped

Splash of Sriracha 

1/2 t molasses 

What can I say, this stuff is delicious!!! Cover your breakfast sandwich, your lunch sandwich, your burger or you hot dog with slightly sweet smoky bourbon bacon deliciousness!!!

Sauté bacon, until almost crispy, add onions and shallots cooking until all ingredients are done. Add liquid smoke, Jim Beam, chicken base seasoning and brown sugar, stirring to incorporate. Now add water, molasses, and Sriracha, cook down on medium heat until it's thickened. Refrigerate.

Stuffed Fresh Figs

"Behold, I am the LORD, the God of all flesh. Is anything too hard for me? - Jeremiah 32:27

Blue cheese 

Figs

Bacon, could use prosciutto 

Cut a crisscross in the fig.

Stuff a little blue cheese in it.

Wrap a 1/2 piece of bacon around each fig and secure with a toothpick.

Place on parchment paper.

Bake in a 375 degree oven until bacon is crispy, around 20 minutes.

These are delicious. 

Quick Almond Crossiants

22 And as they were eating, he took bread, and after blessing it broke it and gave it to them, and said, "Take; this is my body."

23 And he took a cup, and when he had given thanks he gave it to them, and they all drank of it.

24 And he said to them, "This is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many.

25 Truly, I say to you, I will not drink again of the fruit of the vine until that day when I drink it new in the kingdom of God." - Mark 14:22-25

2 split crossiants, toasted

Sliced almonds

1/3 of the block of Cream cheese, room temp

2 T Powdered sugar

1/4 t Almond extract

1/2 pat Butter

2 t Cream

Melt butter, add almonds and toast lightly, quickly add sugar, extract and cream. Let cool then add to cream cheese. Spread on Crossiants. Sprinkle with powdered sugar.

Rotisserie Chicken with Ranch Avocado Jalapeño Spread

And they sang a new song, saying, "Worthy are you to take the scroll and to open its seals, for you were slain, and by your blood you ransomed people for God from every tribe and language and people and nation,  - Revelation 5:9

Rotisserie chicken, pulled

Tomato slices

Onion slices

Smoked cheddar slices

Parmesan buns, toasted (these little jewels come from Sprouts)

Ranch Avocado Dressing

1/4 of an avocado, rough chopped

6 pickled jalapeño slices, diced

4 T ranch dressing 

Mash 1/2 of the avocado chunks into the ranch and add the jalapeños. Assemble your sandwich and enjoy!!

Asian Sticky Beef and Veggie Stir Fry

Watch and pray that you may not enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak." - Mark 14:38

2 Beef filet, sliced thin seasoned with 4 T brown sugar, a pinch pepper flakes, 1/2 t kosher salt and 1/2 t garlic granules

Toss the meat and set aside.

2 Baby bok choy, chopped 

1 small onion, cut in half and sliced thin

8 baby carrots, matchstick cut

2 Baby bell pepper, sliced

1 t roasted mashed garlic

Finishing sauce

1 t smooth peanut butter

1/4 c rice wine

Whisk these together, put on the dish at the very end.

Prepared angel hair pasta.

Place 2 t of olive oil in large skillet and heat.

Add beef and brown.

This will only take a few minutes.

Remove and set aside.

Add 1 t oil and add all veggies except bok choy.

When the onions are translucent, add the beef back in and the bok choy. Stir fry until bok choy is tender. Add finishing sauce. Cook 1 minute. Garnish with cashews if you like.