Pork Diane

20 knowing this first of all, that no prophecy of Scripture comes from someone's own interpretation.

21 For no prophecy was ever produced by the will of man, but men spoke from God as they were carried along by the Holy Spirit. - 2 Peter 1:20-21

1 lb Boneless pork ribs

2 T Clarified butter

1 Leek, chopped

1/2 of a onion, sliced

1 c mushrooms, sliced 

1/2 c chicken stock, made mine from chicken base seasoning

2 T Worcestershire sauce

2 t Dijon mustard

3 T cherry brandy 

Cracked black pepper

1/2 t chopped chives

In a cast iron Dutch Oven, sauté onion, leeks and mushrooms in butter.

Add pork and sear.

Add the rest of the ingredients.

Stir around, cover and bake 1 1/2 hours on 425 degrees.

Serve over rice or mashed potatoes.

Left Over Smoked Turkey Tetrazzini

15 For he says to Moses, "I will have mercy on whom I have mercy, and I will have compassion on whom I have compassion."

16 So then it depends not on human will or exertion, but on God, who has mercy.

17 For the Scripture says to Pharaoh, "For this very purpose I have raised you up, that I might show my power in you, and that my name might be proclaimed in all the earth."

18 So then he has mercy on whomever he wills, and he hardens whomever he wills. - Romans 9:15-18

An ej original!

1 T clarified butter

1/4 c leeks, sliced

1/4 c frozen English peas

1/4 c stick cut carrots

1 T celery, sliced

1 T chicken base seasoning

1 T fresh chopped Sage 

In a large skillet, sauté the above veggies in the clarified butter.

Set aside.

Cook 2 c thin egg noodles according to directions.

Set aside.

Chop 2 c turkey.

Set aside.

1/4 c Sauvignon Blanc

1 c water

1/4 c heavy Cream

1/4 grated Parmesan 

1/4 c garlic herb Boursin cheese

Few turns cracked black pepper

1 t flour

Heat to medium the above liquids and cheese ingredients.

When it's slightly thickened, add veggies and chopped smoked turkey.

Lastly add cooked egg noodles.

Serve with crusty garlic cheese bread.

Cashew Beef and Chicken in Hoisin Garlic Sauce

19 Then the mystery was revealed to Daniel in a vision of the night. Then Daniel blessed the God of heaven.

20 Daniel answered and said: "Blessed be the name of God forever and ever, to whom belong wisdom and might. 

21 He changes times and seasons; he removes kings and sets up kings; he gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to those who have understanding; 

22 he reveals deep and hidden things; he knows what is in the darkness, and the light dwells with him.  - Daniel 2:19-22

Fast-easy-delicious!!

2 t olive oil

1 leftover chick fil a piece of chicken, slice thin

1 c filet of cooked beef, sliced thin, I keep it in the freezer

1 c cabbage 

1/2 c onion 

1 t fresh ginger, diced

1/4 c cashews

1/4 c Soy Vay Hoisin Garlic marinade

Heat oil with the ginger, then add onion and cabbage.

When veggies are tender, add meat and marinade.

Heat just through then add cashews. 

Serve over rice or noodles.

Italian Seasoned Shredded Pork and Gravy

We love because he first loved us. - 1 John 4:19

6 Boneless country style pork ribs, got mine at Aldi's for $ 4.89

Rub

1 T Smoked paprika 

1 t Thyme

1/2 t Salt 

1/2 t Pepper

1 T Garlic 

Olive oil for searing

In a Dutch oven, sear pork in oil.
Add 1/2 c water.

Cover.

Bake in preheated oven set to 375 degrees for 1 1/2 hours.
Check after1 hour, may have to add another 1/2 c water. 
Return to oven.

Remove meat to a plate.

Gravy

Drippings from pork pot

2 t olive oil

1 onion, sliced thin

1 c beef broth, I make mine from Beef base, Orrington Farms

1 t apple cider vinegar 

1/2 t sugar

1/2 c heavy Cream

1 c milk

1/2 c half and half

Add oil to pot along with drippings.

Add onions and sauté.

Add in liquids, stir and return meat to the pot.

Put back in oven cover for an additional 20 minutes.

Shred pork into gravy and serve over sticky rice or mashed potatoes.

My Take on Alton Brown's Sausage Recipe

18 "O earth, cover not my blood, and let my cry find no resting place. 

19 Even now, behold, my witness is in heaven, and he who testifies for me is on high.  - Job 16:18-19

1 1/2 lb ground pork or you can grind pork butt cut into strips

6 slices chops bacon, put in freezer to firm up for chopping

1 t kosher salt

1 t freshly ground black pepper

1 t finely chopped fresh sage leaves

1 t finely chopped fresh thyme leaves

1/2 t finely chopped fresh rosemary leaves

1 T light brown sugar

1/4 t nutmeg

1/4 t red flakes 

1/2 t whole fennel seeds

Grind bacon pieces.

Grind pork again.

Add bacon to pork, then add seasonings.

Hand mix just to incorporate.

Make patties, refrigerate or freeze.

Weight down with a skillet, fry covered. 

Delicious!

Bang Bang Style Shrimp

1 My little children, I am writing these things to you so that you may not sin. But if anyone does sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous.

2 He is the propitiation for our sins, and not for ours only but also for the sins of the whole world.

3 And by this we know that we have come to know him, if we keep his commandments. - 1 John 2:1-3

My take on this wonderful recipe, Yum!!

I made some changes according to my taste and it turned out great.

1 lb. large shrimp, cleaned, tails removed

1/4 c buttermilk

Smoked salt and Cracker black pepper, to taste

1/4 t smoked paprika 

Place in a bowl and stir around to cover shrimp, leave in 10 minutes.

Drain on paper plate.

Make sauce and set aside.

Sauce

1/2 c Miracle Whip

1/4 c Sweet Chili Thai Sauce

1/2 t -2 t Sriracha, according to taste

Dredge

1 c cornstarch 

Place cornstarch on paper plate.

Add half the shrimp. 

Flip around with a fork.

Shake off excess.

1 c Peanut oil for frying

Heat oil on medium, add shrimp.

Don't over cook.

Cook 2 minutes on each side.

Pink should show through and they will be very lightly browned.

Drain on plate and spoon sauce on both sides.

Serve on lettuce with a side of angel hair.

For garnish, you can add chopped scallions.

Chipotle in Adobo BBQ Ranch Sauce and Roasted Chicken Sandwich

As long as I am in the world, I am the light of the world." - John 9:5

Sauce

3 T BBQ sauce, I use my own recipe, 2016 BBQ, under the  Sauce tab

2 T Ranch dressing

1 t chipotle in adobo sauce, sauce and peppers

Mix together, set aside.

2 c Roasted Chicken, Juicy Roasted chicken, recipe under the chicken tab

1 Onion, sliced

1/2 t bacon grease

4 slices crisp cooked black pepper Bacon, cook and set aside

1/4 c Cheese, I used shredded Queso quesadilla, from Aldi

4 slices, Honey Wheat Bread, I buy Aldi's

Avocado Mayo, 1 mashed avocado and 1 t Mayo, salt to taste ( make and set aside)

Heat bacon grease, add onion, sauté until tender. 

Add chicken, pulled or sliced breast, sauté just to heat.

Add 3-4 T chipotle BBQ sauce, sauté 1 minute.

Set aside.

On the greased griddle, add the bread, toast on both sides.

Add the cheese, top with chicken, remove to plate, spread avocado Mayo and add bacon.