Hash Brown Crust Cast Iron Ham Quiche

But you, O Lord, are a God merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness.  - Psalm 86:15

30 oz hash browns

Salt and pepper to taste

1 T butter

2 T olive oil

Heat oil and butter, add hash browns, mash into skillet.

Cook on med high heat for 8 minutes. 

If it starts to smoke, turn off heat for a few seconds.

Start heat back up.

If it continues to smoke turn heat off and finish cook time.

Add to a middle rack, 400 degree oven for 15 minutes, remove.

Adjust oven to 350.

5 eggs

1 c half and half 

1 c shredded Colby jack

3/4 c shredded Gruyere 

1/4 c Parmesan 

Whisk together.

Set aside.

7 oz chopped ham 

1/2 c Leeks

3 T toasted jalapeño 

1/4 c sautéed mushrooms 

Add to crust.

Add egg mixture over crust-ham mixture.

Bake 350, middle rack, for 35 minutes.

Serve with a little sour cream and chopped fresh tomatoes.

Ambrosia

4 He has caused his wondrous works to be remembered; the LORD is gracious and merciful. 

5 He provides food for those who fear him; he remembers his covenant forever. 

6 He has shown his people the power of his works, in giving them the inheritance of the nations. 

7 The works of his hands are faithful and just; all his precepts are trustworthy; 

8 they are established forever and ever, to be performed with faithfulness and uprightness. 

9 He sent redemption to his people; he has commanded his covenant forever. Holy and awesome is his name! 

10 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom; all those who practice it have a good understanding. His praise endures forever!  - Psalm 111:4-10

 

 

 

8 oz thawed whip topping

1 c vanilla bean yogurt 

1/2 c coconut 

1 12 oz can mandarin oranges, drained well

1 8 oz pineapple tidbits, drained well

1 c maraschino cherries, drained well

1/2 c toasted pecans 

1/2 c mini marshmallows 

In a large bowl, mix yogurt and cool whip.

Using a rubber spatula, gently mix in fruit, chill.

Lighthouse Inn Potatoes

45 Then he opened their minds to understand the Scriptures,

46 and said to them, "Thus it is written, that the Christ should suffer and on the third day rise from the dead,

47 and that repentance for the forgiveness of sins should be proclaimed in his name to all nations, beginning from Jerusalem.

48 You are witnesses of these things.

49 And behold, I am sending the promise of my Father upon you. But stay in the city until you are clothed with power from on high." - Luke 24:45-49

 

Of all the potato casseroles I've made, this is the best!! A perfect holiday treat!! I also have a lighter version! 

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2-1/2 lb Yukon Gold potatoes, peel and cut into 1 inch chunks ( I used 8 medium to large potatoes 

2 c heavy Cream

1/2 c water

1/8 t baking soda

4 T butter, reserve 1 T 

2 t salt

1 t cracked black pepper

To a large pot add the above ingredients.

Bring to boil on medium heat, then turn to low and stir constantly.

Do not leave them because they will boil over and stick.

Cook 25 minutes just until fork tender.

You want the potatoes to hold their shape.

Pour all the mixture into a 13x9 foil pan.

Add another 1 T of butter.

Stir to melt.

Add topping.

Topping 

4 T salted butter, melted in small bowl 

1 c grated Parmesan 

1 c panko 

Bake 20 minutes at a preheated oven temp of 375 degrees until topping slightly browns.

These are the bomb!!!

Pressure Canned Dried Chili Enchilada Sauce

47 Remember how short my time is! For what vanity you have created all the children of man! 

48 What man can live and never see death? Who can deliver his soul from the power of Sheol? Selah  - Psalm 89:47-48

10 lbs pressure for 50 minutes pint jars

Makes 4 pints and 1 half pint

6 dried guajilla chilies, stem and seeds removed, toasted

2 dried ancho chilies, stem and seeds removed, toasted 

3-4 c Water and and 2 T chicken base

For re-hydrating chilies

These chilies are found at Publix, Mexi grocers, Aldi

Toast chilies slightly, be careful not to burn, sauce will be bitter, set aside.

Toast garlic and onions, set aside.

I use a comal but you can do it in oven or on stove top in a skillet.

1 large onion, toasted

2 garlic cloves, toasted

Blend to mush, divide, set aside.

2 (28 oz cans whole tomatoes) I used Nina from Costco 

Seasonings

2 T dried Oregano

4 t Toasted Cumin

2 t dried Cilantro 

4 T white Vinegar

1/2 c Sugar, this is to taste so you might have to add more 

3 t Salt

Divide all seasoning into half. 

You have to blend in a blender in two batches.

Bring chicken stock, just enough to cover chili's, to a boil, add dried toasted chilis.

Turn off heat and let chilies soak 15 minutes.

Remove chilies to a plate and divide in half.

Reserve 2 c of cooking liquid.

Add half of the chilies to blender, half of seasoning and half of the onion mixture and blend to a paste.

Next add 1 can of tomatoes along with the juice and half of the cooking liquid, blend on medium.

Taste, adjust sugar if need, blend to incorporate.

Fill hot jars, wipe rims with vinegar, seal finger tight. 

Place in prepared pressure canner according to manufacturers instructions.

Process according to manufacturers instructions.

This is versatile and can be used in other Mex dishes.

Enjoy!

Squash Cornbread Dressing

                                                                                                                            

Proverbs 29:11 

11 Fools give full vent to their rage, but the wise bring calm in the end.

 

 

1 stick of butter

1 can cream of chicken soup

2 eggs, beaten

2 c. cooked squash drained

2 c. cooked cornbread crumbled

1 chopped onion

Salt and pepper

DIRECTIONS

Steam squash with the onions, and then mix everything together.

Bake at 350 for 35 to 45 minutes.

Chicken Peas Mushrooms In Mascarpone Sauce With Rotini Pasta

 

 

 

In his hand is the life of every living thing and the breath of all mankind.  - Job 12:10

2 c Left over chicken, I combined Tenders and smoked lemon pepper

2 T Clarified butter for sautéing 

1 c Mushroom

1/2 c leeks

1/2 c onions

1/8 c Olive Garden Italian dressing

1/4 c mascarpone 

1/4 c Parmesan 

1/4 c frozen English peas

1 c whole milk

Black pepper, according to taste

2 c cooked corkscrew pasta, al dente

Italian Sauced Zucchini

21 He pours contempt on princes and loosens the belt of the strong. 

22 He uncovers the deeps out of darkness and brings deep darkness to light. 

23 He makes nations great, and he destroys them; he enlarges nations, and leads them away.  - Job 12:21-23

4 Zucchini, chopped

Drizzle Olive Garden Italian dressing

Salt and pepper to taste

Large pan lined with parchment.

Add Zucchini, drizzle with dressing.

Lightly salt and pepper.

Bake preheated 375 degree oven for 45 minutes.

Mini PayDay Candy Bars

I will bring you to a dreadful end, and you shall be no more. Though you be sought for, you will never be found again, declares the Lord GOD." - Ezekiel 26:21

12 oz melt-able peanut butter chips, I used Reese 

2 c mini marshmallows 

3 T butter

1 can condensed milk

24 oz of dry roasted salted peanuts

Extra butter to grease 13x9 pan

On low heat, stirring constantly, melt chips, marshmallows, butter and condensed milk.

Grease pan with butter, cover bottom in peanuts. 

Evenly pour filling over all peanuts. 

Sprinkle remaining peanuts over filling and slightly mash into filling with a spoon.

Refrigerate until cooled.

Go around the outside with a butter knife.

Cut into mini squares and store in fridge.

These are slightly sticky but delicious!!

Smoked Sausage Piggies and Sweet Chili Thai Dipping Sauce

31 And I will pour out my indignation upon you; I will blow upon you with the fire of my wrath, and I will deliver you into the hands of brutish men, skillful to destroy.

32 You shall be fuel for the fire. Your blood shall be in the midst of the land. You shall be no more remembered, for I the LORD have spoken." - Ezekiel 21:31-32

Bake preheated 375 degree oven for 15 minutes.

1 beaten egg

1 can of crescent rolls, separated and cut into lengthwise strips, three strips to a triangle 

Cooked smoked sausage, cut into 1/2 inch chunks

Roll sausage in the strips.

Brush with beaten egg.

Bake.

Enjoy!

Sauce

1 t Sweet chili Thai sauce

1 t Mayo

1 t Yellow mustard 

Mix well.

Bacon Potato Cabbage Gratin

11 Let the evildoer still do evil, and the filthy still be filthy, and the righteous still do right, and the holy still be holy."

12 "Behold, I am coming soon, bringing my recompense with me, to repay each one for what he has done.

13 I am the Alpha and the Omega, the first and the last, the beginning and the end." - Revelation 22:11-13

4 c Cabbage, blanched in salted water for 5 minutes

2 c water

2 T chicken base seasoning 

4 Yukon Gold Potatoes, microwave 2-1/2minutes on each side, slice, cool and peel, salt and pepper

1 Onion, chopped

1 Leek, chopped

1 T roasted garlic, mashed

4 sliced crisp Bacon, chopped, reserve grease

1 t Bacon grease 

1 t Clarified butter

Salt, pepper, to taste

Fresh herb blend, thyme, sweet basil, oregano

1/4 c Heavy Cream

1 c Havarti cheese

1/2 c Parmesan cheese, lightly coat top of gratin 

Baking instructions:

Preheat oven to 325 degrees.

Bake uncovered for 45 minutes.

Prep instructions:

Make stock out of water and base.

Blanche cabbage in chicken stock.

Drain cabbage.

Sauté bacon until crispy.

Set aside.

Reserve grease.

Add clarified butter.

Use grease to sauté onions, garlic and leeks.

Add seasonings to onion mixture.

In the pot where the cabbage was cooked, add potatoes, onion mixture, chopped bacon and heavy cream.

Stir around until just combined.

Place all of the well drained cabbage in casserole pan.

Layer half of the potato mixture to casserole pan. 

Add 1/2 of the Havarti cheese.

Repeat layer and lightly cover top with Parmesan. 

Bake.

Optional garnish sour cream or cottage cheese.