Creamy Sausage Cheese and Grits Casserole

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

John 16:33

[33] I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.”

 

I usually can not stand Grits casseroles because they are dry.

This one is not! 

Creamy, easy and delicious!

You can also use ham or crispy bacon instead of sausage.

You could also add hot sauce to top of each serving.

Deep dish pie pan

Air fry 350 degrees for 25 minutes until center is set( preheat 3 minutes)

Grits

4 c water

1 c quick Grits

2 T butter

1/2 t salt

Cook 7 minutes on medium and set aside

1/2 c 1/2 & 1/2 cream

3 beaten eggs 

Set aside

Add ins

1 lb sausage, crumbled, cook and set aside

1-1/2 c cheese divide 1 c and 1/2 c for top ( I used hoop cheese mixed with Italian 3 cheese blend) 

Preheat Air Fryer

Cook Grits and add 1 c cheese, butter and salt

Set aside to cool

Whisk eggs into cream

Add a 1/4 c of Grits to temper eggs

Mix egg cream and tempered eggs mix to the rest of Grits

Ladle into greased deep dish 

Bake and swoon!!

Christmas Punch

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Isaiah 55:3

 Incline your ear, and come to me;
    hear, that your soul may live;

 

 

 

 

2 c each

Cranberry juice 

Orange juice 

Pineapple juice 

Ginger Ale

Air Fryer Pepperoni Olive Cheese Bread

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 John 1:34

[34] And I have seen and have borne witness that this is the Son of God.”

 

 An ej original recipe!

 

 

 

1/2 of a Sour dough loaf, cut into thin slices ( I got 8 slices) 

10 Olives, chopped, I used Castelvetrano,  

1/2 stick Butter, softened 

1/4 c spreadable Cream cheese

2 Green onions, chopped

2 T Roasted red bell pepper, chopped 

5 slices thin Pepperoni, chopped

1 T Roasted mashed Garlic 

1/2 t Olive oil

Black pepper,  to taste

Mix oil, cream cheese and softened butter with a fork

Add rest of ingredients 

Stir until incorporated 

Spread on bread slices 

Air fry 450 degrees in batches for 7 minutes ( I did 4 at a time)

The rest of the batches cook in 5 minutes because the air fryer is hot

Easy Sticky Pecan Orange Rolls

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Jeremiah 9:23-25

[23] Thus says the LORD: “Let not the wise man boast in his wisdom, let not the mighty man boast in his might, let not the rich man boast in his riches, [24] but let him who boasts boast in this, that he understands and knows me, that I am the LORD who practices steadfast love, justice, and righteousness in the earth. For in these things I delight, declares the LORD.”

[25] “Behold, the days are coming, declares the LORD, when I will punish all those who are circumcised merely in the flesh—

An ej original recipe!!

 

1(8 count) refrigerated cinnamon rolls, Pillsbury 

1/2 can coconut pecan frosting, ( like the one for German Chocolate cake)

1/3 can Cream cheese frosting

Juice of 2 segments of oranges

Zest of 1 orange

Juice of 2 segments of oranges

1 c chopped microwave roasted pecans 

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees 

Bake on next to bottom rack

Use deep dish 9-inch greased pie plate 

Add zest and juice to Pecan frosting and stir

Add the other 2 segments of juice to cream cheese frosting and stir

Spread 1/2 can pecan frosting over the bottom

Spread 1/3 can of cream cheese over Pecan frosting

Sprinkle the toasted chopped pecans evenly over the frosting

Place the rolls, sugar side up, on top of the 2 frostings and pecans

Mash lightly into frosting

Bake the rolls, uncovered for 25-30 minutes

Check roll with toothpick

Let rest for 5 minutes in pie plate

Cover top of pie dish with a pizza pan

Flip pie dish over with pizza pan on top

Carefully remove pizza pan

Let set 10 minutes before before serving to allow caramel to slightly thicken 

Yum Yum Yum

Cheesy Bun Pickle Chicken Patty Slider

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ecclesiastes 2:24-26

[24] There is nothing better for a person than that he should eat and drink and find enjoyment in his toil. This also, I saw, is from the hand of God, [25] for apart from him who can eat or who can have enjoyment? [26] For to the one who pleases him God has given wisdom and knowledge and joy, but to the sinner he has given the business of gathering and collecting, only to give to one who pleases God. This also is vanity and a striving after wind.

Chicken Meatballs 

Havarti slices

Grated cheddar Cheese 

Bacon bits

Toppings

Dill Pickles slices 

Mustard

Use 2 muffin pans with 12 count muffin cups, spray with non stick

Fill one pan with chicken Meatballs

Fill other pan half the way with sliced Havarti and grated cheddar cheese and a few crispy bacon bits 

Mash Meatball pan with 1/4 size metal measure cup (spray bottom with non stick)to flatten and repeat to make cheese buns

Bake preheated 375 degree oven for 

20-25 minutes until cheese is crispy and Meatballs are 170 degrees

Instant Pot Alpine Pork Chops

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

John 1:14

[14] And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth.

Sear seasoned chops in 1 T olive oil on sauté 

Remove to plate

Sauté onions

Add gravy ingredients, stir 

Add rack and set chops on top

Cover with cheese slice 

Cook 5 minutes on pressure cook

Do a 8 minute release

Ck temp of chop, needs to be 155 degrees or more

Remove chops to cutting board 

Cool 5 minutes 

While chops cool, to thicken, stir gravy on sauté 

Slice chops, and return to gravy

3 large seasoned, according to your taste Boneless pork chops, slightly pounded

1 Onion

1 t roasted garlic 

1/2 t thyme 

1 t chicken base seasoning 

1 can mushroom soup

1 can water

3 slices Swiss cheese on top of chops 

Pork Barbacoa Stuffed Baked Potato

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1 Timothy 4:6-10

[6] If you put these things before the brothers, you will be a good servant of Christ Jesus, being trained in the words of the faith and of the good doctrine that you have followed. [7] Have nothing to do with irreverent, silly myths. Rather train yourself for godliness; [8] for while bodily training is of some value, godliness is of value in every way, as it holds promise for the present life and also for the life to come. [9] The saying is trustworthy and deserving of full acceptance. [10] For to this end we toil and strive, because we have our hope set on the living God, who is the Savior of all people, especially of those who believe.

2 Baked potatoes 

Pork barbacoa *(enough for 2 potatoes)

https://aintnocookinglikemommas.blogspot.com/2025/05/dutch-oven-pork-barbacoa-topped-with.html

This pork freezes beautifully!!

To build

4 T Butter( 2 each potato)

Mix avocado crema and cilantro lime crema for 2 potatoes 

Pork barbacoa 

1 small Sliced fresh Jalapeño 

1 small sweet pepper

Crispy bacon bits

Cheese( your choice) I used hoop cheese)

Squeeze of lime 

Avocado crema

1 Avocado, mashed

1 T fresh squeezed Lime juice

2 T Mayo

1/2 t Toasted cumin

Mix and set aside

Cilantro Lime Crema

1/4 c Mayo

1/4 c sour cream

1 T fresh lime juice

1/2 t lime zest

1 T fresh chopped cilantro 

1/4 t Kosher salt

1 T roasted garlic 

1/2 t toasted cumin

1/2 t sugar

Mix and set aside

Stuffed Croissant French Toast

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ezekiel 33:8-10

[8] If I say to the wicked, O wicked one, you shall surely die, and you do not speak to warn the wicked to turn from his way, that wicked person shall die in his iniquity, but his blood I will require at your hand. [9] But if you warn the wicked to turn from his way, and he does not turn from his way, that person shall die in his iniquity, but you will have delivered your soul.

[10] “And you, son of man, say to the house of Israel, Thus have you said: ‘Surely our transgressions and our sins are upon us, and we rot away because of them. How then can we live?’

2 large croissant, cut in half

1 large Banana, sliced thin lengthwise 

Cinnamon sugar mixture 

Spreadable Cream cheese 

Cinnamon roll topping(I had some left from a can of cinnamon rolls)

U can make from powdered sugar and milk

Egg dip for frying

2 beaten eggs

2 T caramel oat creamer

Whisk and set aside

For skillet to fry

1 T butter

1 t olive oil

Cut roll in half, spread cream cheese and cinnamon roll topping on each piece

Lay the bananas on top of each piece 

Dip in egg mixture 

Pat down

Sprinkle sugar mixture on top and bottom to give a crunchy texture 

Set on plate 

Heat butter oil mixture 

Pan fry the stuffed croissant 

No syrup needed

Crispy Rueben Roll Ups

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Psalm 139:13-16

    [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.

These were delicious!

Serve with kosher dill slices!

3 large burrito size flour tortillas

2 c shredded Gruyere cheese(can use Swiss)

1-1/2 c sauerkraut, well drained

1 c Russian dressing(save excess for dipping)

1/4 lb thinly sliced pastrami (it is expensive) 

1 T clarified butter

1 T real butter

Arrange tortillas on a work surface. 

Cover bottom third of each tortilla with a heaping amount of cheese and top evenly with a heaping amount of sauerkraut 

Drizzle each with 3 T of dressing over the kraut and top evenly with pastrami 

Starting at the bottom, roll each tortilla tightly tucking first roll tightly

Heat butters in a large skillet over medium heat

Add roll ups, seam side down, and toast 

Use a burger press to flatten

Flip and repeat until toasted on all sides and cheese has melted

To serve cut each one into 3 pieces

Russian Dressing

3/4 c Mayo

2 T ketchup

1 T Horseradish 

1 T Worcestershire sauce

5 T grated Onion

2 t parsley 

Whisk and set aside

Mexican Style Pan Fried Salmon

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Job 34:21

    [21] “For his eyes are on the ways of a man,

        and he sees all his steps.

3 salmon pieces skin on

Cilantro Lime Crema

1/4 c Mayo

1/4 c sour cream

1 T fresh lime juice

1/2 t lime zest

1 T fresh chopped cilantro 

1/4 t Kosher salt

1 T roasted garlic 

1/2 t toasted cumin

1/2 t sugar

Mix and set aside

Fresh roasted tomato salsa*

https://aintnocookinglikemommas.blogspot.com/2022/07/fresh-charred-tomato-tinga-sauce.html

Rub for salmon

1 t oregano 

1 t garlic granules 

1 t onion powder

1 t smoked paprika 

2 t Old Bay

1 t salt

Dry salmon with paper towel 

Put rub on non-skin side

For pan frying

1 T olive oil 

1 T clarified butter 

Add butter/oil to a large skillet

Heat to medium heat 

Add Salmon skin side up

You should hear sizzling 

Seasoned side will brown creating a wonderful blackened coating

Heat 3-4 minutes flip and repeat 

Cook to your preference 

Do not over cook

6-8 minutes total cook time should be perfect

Salmon should flake

Internal temp 130-140 degrees

Hack Sticky Pecan Rolls

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Psalm 119:25

    [25] My soul clings to the dust;

        give me life according to your word!

1 8 count refrigerated cinnamon rolls, Pillsbury 

1 can coconut pecan frosting, ( like the one for German Chocolate cake)

1 c chopped microwave roasted pecans 

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees 

Bake on next to bottom rack

Use deep dish 9-inch greased pie plate Spread pecan frosting over the bottom

Sprinkle the toasted chopped pecans evenly over the frosting

Place the rolls, sugar side up, on top of the frosting and pecans

Mash lightly into frosting

Bake the rolls, uncovered for 25-30 minutes

Check roll with toothpick

Let rest for 5 minutes in pie plate

Cover top of pie dish with a pizza pan

Flip pie dish over with pizza pan on top

Carefully remove pizza pan

Let set 10 minutes before before serving to allow caramel to slightly thicken 

Yum

Fiber Rich Cheese Biscuits

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Isaiah 29:13

    [13] And the Lord said:

    “Because this people draw near with their mouth

        and honor me with their lips,

        while their hearts are far from me,

    and their fear of me is a commandment taught by men,

1 c buttermilk

2 T whole psyllium husk(not powder) found at Walmart 

1 egg

Whisk just before using

2 c AP Flour, aerated 

1 T sugar

1 T baking powder 

1/2 t salt

1-1/2 c cheddar cheese blend 

1/4 c chives 

6 T grated cold butter(place in freezer while oven preheats)

Add milk, psyllium husk and egg to bowl and whisk well

Add dry ingredients to another bowl and whisk

Grate butter into dry ingredients 

Using fingers to distribute butter throughout dry ingredients 

Add cheese and chives

Add wet ingredients to dry and form a shaggy dough

Flour parchment 

Add dough, fold over a few times, pat out to 1 inch

Cut biscuits out with 2 inch cutter

Bake preheated 450 degree oven for 12-14 minutes 

Cool and eat