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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Sunday, August 31, 2025

Creamy Baked Jalapeño Mac and Cheese

 

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Isaiah 45:12


    [12] I made the earth

        and created man on it;

    it was my hands that stretched out the heavens,

        and I commanded all their host.



1/2 box bronze cut cavatappi pasta, cook al dente (around 8 minutes) 

1 t chicken base seasoning 

Water to cover

Cook drain set aside



Cheese blend

8 oz cheddar blend

8 oz mozzarella 

4 oz Gouda 

8 oz Italian cheese blend

Reserve 1/4 of the blend for top

Mix set aside


Liquid blend

2 oz spreadable cream cheese 

1/8 in thick chunk of Velveeta 

1 can evaporated milk

1/2 c half and half 


Seasoning blend

1 t salt

1/2 t onion powder 

1/2 t dry mustard 

1/2 t white pepper 

1/2 t smoked dried pepper blend

1/2 t Aleppo pepper



Cooking 

2 T butter

1 diced Jalapeño 

Melt butter and sauté Jalapeño 

Add seasoning blend

Add liquid blend 

Add cheese blend

Simmer until fully melted and slightly thickened 

Toss in pasta

Top with the set aside cheese

Bake 350 for 20 minutes 

Toast top under broiler

Serve

Cheater Lemon Pepper Wings

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Isaiah 61:1-2


    [1] The Spirit of the Lord GOD is upon me,

        because the LORD has anointed me

    to bring good news to the poor;

        he has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted,

    to proclaim liberty to the captives,

        and the opening of the prison to those who are bound; 

    [2] to proclaim the year of the LORD’s favor,

        and the day of vengeance of our God;

        to comfort all who mourn;



Sometimes you just don't want to break down raw wings and do them from scratch. This is an easy, fast and delicious way to get them to your gang!



Your desired amount(I used 20 plain fried 

from Publix deli) 


3/4 stick butter

2 t lemon pepper seasoning 


Melt butter in microwave 

Add lemon pepper seasoning 

Stir well 


Place flats and drums on a foil covered low side pan

Drizzle butter/seasoning over chicken 

Air fry 10-12 minutes 

Serve

Friday, August 29, 2025

Instant Pot Mississippi Roast Pork with Gravy

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Romans 9:15-16


[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.


 

4 c pork shoulder roast cut into 2 inch chunks

Lightly season with salt and pepper

1/4 c AP flour

Toss meat in flour and set aside

Sear meat in Instant Pot with 

2 t olive  oil 

1 small onion


SEASONINGS 

2 tablespoons mayonnaise

2 T Red wine (Cabernet Sauvignon)

1/2 t dried dill

1/4 t smoked paprika

1 t kosher salt

1/2 t sugar

1 1/2 t freshly ground black pepper

Mix and set aside


ADD INS

1/4 pepperoncini slices 

1 T pepperoncini juice

1 t dried cilantro 

1/4 c water

Add in before cooking 


In a small bowl, whisk together seasoning and set aside

Sear meat on sauté setting

Add wine Mayo mixture, water and add ins 

Set to pressure cook for 25 minutes 

Serve gravy and meat over mashed potatoes 



Thursday, August 28, 2025

Skillet Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookie

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1 Corinthians 15:26


[26] The last enemy to be destroyed is death.


 

3 T melted butter( I used salted)

more for greasing the skillet.

4 T brown sugar

2 T granulated sugar

1 large egg yolk

1/2 t vanilla extract

1/3 c AP flour

1/4 c old-fashioned oats

1/4 t baking soda

1/4 t ground cinnamon

1/4 c dark chocolate chips



Heat your oven to 350°F 

Butter a 6.5-inch cast iron skillet 

Using small bowl mix together the melted butter, both sugars until well combined

Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract, and beat until smooth

Using another bowl, whisk together the flour, oats, baking soda, and ground cinnamon

Add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined

Gently fold in the chocolate chips

Press the cookie dough

into the buttered skillet

Bake for 14-15 minutes until the top is just lightly golden

The cookie will continue to cook in the hot skillet

Cool in the skillet for at least 10 minutes 

Monday, August 18, 2025

Chicken Pot Pie Soup with Crusty Sour Dough Baguette

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Proverbs 12:15


    [15] 

    The way of a fool is right in his own eyes,

        but a wise man listens to advice.




2 c Rotisserie chicken, shredded 

1 qt Chicken Bone broth 

1 c water

4 large Carrots, chopped 

1 medium Onions, chopped 

4 medium Potatoes, chopped 

1/4 c Frozen Green peas

1/4 c Half and half 

1 t chicken base seasoning 

Black pepper 


Boil all veggies except peas in bone broth with the seasoning until fork tender, 20 minutes should be enough time

Add chicken, water and half 

Simmer 10 minutes 


Serve with a warm chunk of Sour dough Baguette from a bakery (got mine from Panera)


Monday, August 11, 2025

Instant Pot Cajun Boiled Peanuts

 

 

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1 Corinthians 1:22-24


[22] For Jews demand signs and Greeks seek wisdom, [23] but we preach Christ crucified, a stumbling block to Jews and folly to Gentiles, [24] but to those who are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God.



2 qts shelled raw peanuts( I buy mine on Amazon) you can salt roast or boil

1-2 T kosher salt, according to taste

1-2 T Cajun seasoning, according to taste

1 seeded and cut in half Jalapeño 

Water just to cover


Setting - Pressure cook 

Time - 50 minutes 

15 minutes rest before taking pressure off 

Sunday, August 10, 2025

Fiber Enriched Cornbread Waffles and Fried Chicken

 

 

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Psalm 10:12


    [12] Arise, O LORD; O God, lift up your hand;

        forget not the afflicted.



Waffle dry ingredients 

2/3 c AP flour 

1/2 c cornmeal 

3 T sugar

1 T baking powder

1/4 t salt


Wet ingredients 

2 T olive oil

1 egg

1/3 c -1/2 butter milk

2 T whole psyllium fiber


Mix dry ingredients 

Mix wet ingredients just before use

Mix wet and dry ingredients 

Put waffle in waffle maker

Remove to plate

Butter and place syrup on waffles 

Serve with fried chicken 



Thursday, August 7, 2025

Fig Feta and Bacon Crispy Tortillas Crust Pizza

 

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1 Timothy 4:7-10


[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.


Glaze

1 T maple syrup 

1/2 t balsamic vinegar 

1/2 t Molasses 

Mix


Maple Molasses Balsamic vinegar glaze

Figs, sliced thin 

Bacon bits

Caramelized onions 

Feta

Mozzarella shreds 


Tortillas 


Spray tortillas with non stick

Place on foil

Spread very thin layer of glaze

Place thin sliced figs around the edges 

Sprinkle with bacon bits

Lightly scatter onions

Add Feta and mozzarella 

Drizzle with olive oil

Sprinkle with black pepper 

Air fry 450 degrees until crust is crispy around edges

Cut in slices

Swoon 

Avocado Salad

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Psalm 130:3


    [3] If you, O LORD, should mark iniquities,

        O Lord, who could stand?



Veggies

1 chopped avocado 

1 chopped English cucumber 

1 c cherry tomatoes 

1/4 c sliced radishes 

1 c thin sliced sweet onion

1 can drained and rinsed black beans 

1 seeded and thin sliced jalapeño 

Place in a large bowl 

Toss with dressing 

Refrigerate for 30 minutes 


Dressing

1 lime juiced 

2 T Honey

Sugar to taste

1 T fresh cilantro, diced

1 T Red wine vinegar 

1 T roasted garlic

1 t Dijon mustard 

1/2 t salt and black pepper 

1/2 c light olive oil

Whisk and pour over veggies 

Serve with oven grilled pork and onions 

Breakfast 4 Quarter Fold Burrito

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Jeremiah 12:1


    [1] Righteous are you, O LORD,

        when I complain to you;

        yet I would plead my case before you.

    Why does the way of the wicked prosper?

        Why do all who are treacherous thrive?



1 burrito size tortillas per serving

Picture 4 quadrants 

Cut 1 slit to the middle

Lay toppings on each quadrant 

Fold 

Fry in a little olive oil



Velveeta egg whites, Cajun seasoning 

Caramelized onions

Crumbled turkey bacon

Mashed microwaved potato mixed with sour cream salt and pepper


Monday, August 4, 2025

Walnut Fig Bread with Molasses Balsamic Maple Glaze



































Proverbs 9:11


    [11] For by me your days will be multiplied,

        and years will be added to your life.



1 1/2 c light brown sugar

1/2 c  granulated sugar

1 c butter, melted

4 eggs, lightly beaten

1 t vanilla extract

1/2 t kosher salt

1 1/2 c self-rising flour

1 1/2 c chopped walnuts

1 c slightly mashed ripe figs


Glaze

2 T Molasses

1/4 c Maple syrup

1/2 t Balsamic vinegar

Make and set aside.


Preheat oven to 350°F. 

Line a 9×13 baking dish with parchment paper. 

Spray with nonstick spray and set aside.


Using a hand mixture combine the sugars and butter until combined and creamed. Add in the eggs, vanilla, and salt and mix on medium speed for 1 minute until smooth.

Using the mixer, mix in the flour until just combined. 

Fold in the walnuts and figs.

Transfer mixture to your prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the center is just set and the edges are lightly golden.


Brush on the glaze while the bread is warm.


Cool completely in the pan, and then cut into squares.




Sunday, August 3, 2025

Quarter Fold Chicken Burrito





























Proverbs 3:5-6


    [5] Trust in the LORD with all your heart,

        and do not lean on your own understanding. 

    [6] In all your ways acknowledge him,

        and he will make straight your paths.



Burrito size tortillas 

Grilled chicken 

Grilled veggies

Refried beans 

Mexi Rice

Queso dip


Heat veggies and meat and set aside


Look at your burrito, lay flat on cutting board

Picture 4 quarters 

Cut a slit down the middle just 1/2 of the length

On each quarter, place your different items, veggies, meat, cheese etc

Where the slit is fold over on to the next quarter then to the side fold to next quarter and fold last quarter 

It now looks like a rectangle 

Heat oil in a skillet 

Toast, mashing with a spatula 

Serve with Queso or salsa