Hey Ya'll

I love to cook. It is an expression of love for me. I hope you will enjoy the recipes I post. May the Lord bless and keep each of you!



Prov. 31:15 She rises while it is yet night and provides food for her household and portions for her maidens.

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Saturday, November 8, 2025

Toasted Tortilla Smashed Ground Chicken Burger

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Just fold over and you have a thin patty double meat burger!

These were so good!!


Job 7:17


    [17] What is man, that you make so much of him,

        and that you set your heart on him,



1-1/2 lb Ground Chicken season with steak seasoning (roll into 6 little bigger than  golf ball size)

6 (6 inch size) flour tortillas 

Swiss Cheese slices

Yellow mustard 

Sliced onions

Dill pickles slices


Large skillet drizzled with olive oil

Heated to medium 

Place ball of meat in middle

Lay foil sheet on top

Place hamburger press on top and smash meat ball flat

Cook 1 minute

Flip

Cook 1 minute

Add tortillas on top of meat, toast until tortillas gets browned flip and add your favorite slice of cheese

Top with toppings 



Wednesday, November 5, 2025

Two Pepper Lemon Chicken and Spinach Pappardelle

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

John 8:23-24


[23] He said to them, “You are from below; I am from above. You are of this world; I am not of this world. [24] I told you that you would die in your sins, for unless you believe that I am he you will die in your sins.”



8 oz pkg Pappardelle nest, cook al dente, drain and set aside( reserve 1 c pasta water)

1 shredded Rotisserie chicken breast

1/2 c mascarpone 

2 T fresh lemon juice

2 T olive oil

2 T Dried thyme 

1 t dry chicken base

1 c Parmesan 

1 t coarse Kosher salt

1 t white pepper

1 t black pepper 

2 c spinach 

1/2 c chopped Leeks

1 T roasted garlic 

1/2 c Half and half 

1/4 Sauvignon Blanc 

1 c pasta water 


Sauté garlic and Leeks in olive oil until tender

Add wine, lemon juice, mascarpone and seasoning

Sauté 3 minutes 

Add pasta water, half and half, chicken and spinach 

Sauté 1-2 minutes until slightly thickened , add cheese 

Cut off heat

Using tongs, swirl in pasta

Serve with salad and bread

Knock Off Cranberry Jalapeño Dip

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Job 4:17-19


    [17] ‘Can mortal man be in the right before God?

        Can a man be pure before his Maker? 

    [18] Even in his servants he puts no trust,

        and his angels he charges with error; 

    [19] how much more those who dwell in houses of clay,

        whose foundation is in the dust,

        who are crushed like the moth.



Knock Off Dip found at Costco!


6 ounces (about 1 1/2 cups) fresh cranberries( wash and pick out damaged) 

2 green onions

1 small jalapeño

⅓ cup granulated sugar

2 to 4 tablespoons fresh cilantro (small handful)

1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

 Pinch of salt

16 ounces cream cheese, softened

¼ cup sour cream

1 tablespoon heavy cream

 Additional fresh cranberries for garnish, optional


In a food processor or blender, pulse the fresh cranberries until coarsely chopped.

Trim the root end of the green onions and coarsely chop the green and white parts. Add to the food processor or blender.

Cut off the stem of the jalapeño and slice the pepper in half. Remove seeds if desired (keeping them in adds more heat). Coarsely chop and add to the food processor or blender.

Add sugar, cilantro, lime juice and salt to the food processor blender and pulse until the ingredients are finely chopped. Scrape the relish into a covered container and refrigerate for 2 to 4 hours (or up to 24 hours) so the flavors develop and sugar dissolves.

With a handheld or electric stand mixer, whip the cream cheese until very light and creamy, 1 to 2 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed. Add the sour cream and heavy cream and mix for another 1 to 2 minutes until well-combined and exceptionally creamy.

Drain the excess liquid from the refrigerated cranberry relish (important so the dip isn't runny!). Add 2/3 cup of the relish to the whipped cream cheese and mix on low speed until evenly combined.

Transfer the cranberry dip to a serving bowl and top with additional cranberry relish and fresh cranberries, if desired. Serve with crackers or baguette slices.



Tuesday, November 4, 2025

Skillet Mexican Chicken Queso and Rice

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Job 3:25-26


    [25] For the thing that I fear comes upon me,

        and what I dread befalls me. 

    [26] I am not at ease, nor am I quiet;

        I have no rest, but trouble comes.”


 

 

 

6-8 boneless skinless chicken thighs ( cut into 1 inch chunks 


Dry marinade

1 t chili powder 

1 t Smoked paprika 

1 t garlic granules 

1 t onion powder 

1 t toasted cumin powder

1/2 t oregano 

1 T salt

1/2 t black pepper 

Season pieces of thighs

Refrigerate 45 minutes 



Sticky rice



Queso

1 4 oz can hatch chilies

1/2 c half and half

1/2 c spreadable cream cheese 

1-1/2 shredded pepper jack

1/2 c white American 

Make and set aside and keep warm



Add 2 T of olive oil to large skillet 

Heat, add thighs 

Cook 3-4 minutes on each side

Remove to plate

Wipe out skillet with paper towels

Turn to simmer 

Add Queso ingredients 

Melt cheese 

Adjust half and half amount to desired thickness 



To serve

Rice

Chicken thighs 

Queso

Sprinkle with fresh or jarred salsa


Sunday, November 2, 2025

Scratch Fiber Enriched Pumpkin Waffles

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Proverbs 1:28-29


    [28] Then they will call upon me, but I will not answer;

        they will seek me diligently but will not find me. 

    [29] Because they hated knowledge

        and did not choose the fear of the LORD,



These were so good!

Highly recommend!


2 large eggs

2 T sugar

1 c pure pumpkin 

1 c whole milk

1 t vanilla 

2 T whole psyllium husk

6 T melted butter

Mix right before use

Start with eggs and sugar mix, add other ingredients 

Add cooled melted butter 

Mix well


1-1/2 c AP flour

1 T baking powder

1 t pumpkin pie spice

1/2 t cinnamon 

1/4 t salt

Mix dry ingredients 

Add wet, mix just until incorporated 

Batter will be thick 


Non stick spray to spray waffle maker 


Toppings

Syrup or honey

Butter

Spray whip topping 

Toasted Walnut Cucumber Onion Slaw

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Isaiah 1:15-17


    [15] When you spread out your hands,

        I will hide my eyes from you;

    even though you make many prayers,

        I will not listen;

        your hands are full of blood. 

    [16] Wash yourselves; make yourselves clean;

        remove the evil of your deeds from before my eyes;

    cease to do evil, 

    [17]     learn to do good;

    seek justice,

        correct oppression;

    bring justice to the fatherless,

        plead the widow’s cause.



1 large English cucumber, partially peeled and sliced thin

1 small sweet onion, sliced thin 

1 c shredded thin cabbage 

1/2 c toasted walnuts

3 t dried cranberries 

Add to large mixing bowl

Add dressing and serve


Dressing 

1/2 c Greek yogurt 

1 T Mayo

1 T Honey

1 t sugar

2 T roasted Garlic, mashed

3 T fresh squeezed lemon juice

Salt and black pepper

2 T dried dill

1/2 t red chili flakes

1/4 t dried rosemary 

1/4 t dried thyme

1/4 t dried oregano 

Mix well and set aside


Serving suggestions 

Crockpot Cranberry Turkey

Mashed potatoes 

Cranberry gravy



Saturday, November 1, 2025

Crockpot Cranberry Gravy and Turkey Breast

 

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Job 1:21


[21] And he said, “Naked I came from my mother’s womb, and naked shall I return. The LORD gave, and the LORD has taken away; blessed be the name of the LORD.”


 

Good for sandwiches or a meal with mashed potatoes and gravy


 

1 frozen turkey breast, thawed( I used Butterball found Aldi for around $10

1 can whole berry cranberry sauce

1 envelope dry onion soup mix

1/4 c orange juice 

1/2 c Apple cider

1 t Seasoning mix*


 

Unwrap turkey breast

Pat dry

Place in Crockpot

Sprinkle with seasoning

In a bowl, stir cranberry, soup mix, juice and cider

Pour over turkey breast

Place lid on and cook on high 2 hours

Turn to low and cook another 2-1/2 -3 hours until internal temp is 165 degrees 

Rest before slicing

Strain juice and make cranberry gravy


*Seasoning mix

1 t sage 

1 t thyme

3/4 t rosemary 

1/2 t nutmeg

1/2 t coarse black pepper 

Wednesday, October 29, 2025

Pie Crust Sausage Cheese Kolaches

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Romans 5:8


[8] but God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.


 

 

Preheated 375 degree oven for 20 minutes until lightly browned 

Flip after 15 minutes 

Finish the 5 minute bake 


8 Sausage links

Italian Seasoning

Ready made Pie shell

Cheese block


Boil sausages in water then fry

Fry 8 link sausage cut in half and let cool

I seasoned mine with Italian seasoning 

Cut cheese into little 1/8 inch x 1/2 inch logs

Cut pie shell into 1-1/2 inch x 3 inch 

Place cheese log and sausage on shell

Fold over to cover, pinch seams

Roll between hands to get a smooth finish

Brush with melted butter

Bake 

Sunday, October 26, 2025

Toasted Coconut and Toasted Walnut Mandarin Orange Cake

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1 Peter 3:12


    [12] For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous,

        and his ears are open to their prayer.

    But the face of the Lord is against those who do evil.”



Cake ingredients 

1 Golden Yellow cake mix

1 15 oz can Mandarin oranges do not drain

4 eggs

1 c olive oil


Frosting ingredients 

12 oz cool whip

1 20 oz can crushed pineapple, do not drain

13.4 oz size instant vanilla pudding (you are going to use it dry)


1 c Coconut (toast in microwave in increments of 30 seconds, sifting with hand to keep from burning, it will be slightly browned)


1 c walnuts, toast in microwave for 1-2 minutes


Baking

13x9 sprayed with non stick

350 degrees preheated for 35-40 minutes until toothpick comes out with just a few crumbs


Using hand mixer mix cake ingredients 

Bake 

Cool in fridge


Using a large wooden spoon mix frosting ingredients in large bowl 

Chill while cake cools


To serve

Cut cake in squares

Add thin layer of frosting to cake square, sprinkle Coconut and walnuts then add more frosting


This cake is delicious, not too sweet but just right! 


Protein Packed Savory Chaffles

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

John 7:38


[38] Whoever believes in me, as the Scripture has said, ‘Out of his heart will flow rivers of living water.’



Makes 1 Chaffles

These are so filling that 1/4 or 1/2 can be a serving

Make a sandwich using 2

Fill with your favorite heated lunch meat

Spread with dijonnaise*


Spray waffle maker with non stick

Heat, waffle maker must be hot before adding batter

Add batter to sprayed grates 

Do not open until after 3 minutes 

Flip and cook additional 1 minute

Place on rack


1 large beaten whole egg

3 T egg whites

1 t sour cream

Pinch of thyme, rosemary and oregano 

Pinch of garlic, onion powder, salt and pepper

1/4 c grated Parmesan 

2 T chopped fresh baby spinach 

Whip together with fork

Fold in 1/2 c mozzarella 

Batter is ready for hot griddle 


*

1 T Mayo

1 t Dijon

Pinch garlic, Salt and pepper

1/2 t Smoked paprika 

1 t sugar

Whisk together 

Walnut Cranberry Spirals

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Isaiah 12:2-3


 [2] “Behold, God is my salvation;

        I will trust, and will not be afraid;

    for the LORD GOD is my strength and my song,

        and he has become my salvation.”

 [3] With joy you will draw water from the wells of salvation.



1 c toasted chopped walnuts

1 c dried cranberries 

1/2 c white sugar

1 orange zested

Mix and set aside 


1 refrigerated pie crust

3 T melted Butter 

Brush Crust reserve rest to brush outside of Spirals 

Sprinkle filling over Crust 

Roll tightly 

Cut into 6 spiral 

Brush butter on sides 

Bake

Place on parchment to bake

Preheat 400 degree oven for 13-15 minutes