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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Monday, January 19, 2026

Sourdough Discard Cookie Cake

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Psalm 18:46


    [46] The LORD lives, and blessed be my rock,

        and exalted be the God of my salvation—



3/4 c butter, room temp

3/4 c packed brown sugar 

1/4 c white sugar

1 whole egg plus 1 yolk

1/4 c sourdough discard

2 t vanilla extract 

2 c AP flour, aerated

1 T cornstarch 

1 t baking soda 

1/2 t salt

1 c chocolate chips, your choice 

1/4 c chocolate chips for decoration(optional)


350 degree preheated oven for 20-25 min

9 inch spring form pan, greased and lined with parchment 

Cream sugars and butter together in stand mixer 3-5 minutes until fluffy and pale in color 

Beat egg in

Beat yolk in

Mix dry ingredients in bowl then add to butter mixture a 1/4 at at time 

Hand stir in chocolate chips 

Bake until edges are golden and set

Middle will be slightly under cooked but will set as it cools

Cool and decorate


Sourdough Discard Pie Shell

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Psalm 18:1-2


To the choirmaster. A Psalm of David, the servant of the LORD, who addressed the words of this song to the LORD on the day when the LORD delivered him from the hand of all his enemies, and from the hand of Saul. He said:


    [1] I love you, O LORD, my strength. 

    [2] The LORD is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer,

        my God, my rock, in whom I take refuge,

        my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.



2 c AP flour, aerated 

2 t sugar

1 t salt

1 c cold butter, grated

1 c sourdough discard 


In large bowl, combine flour salt and sugar 

Work butter in using a light touch

Add discard and stir just till combined 

Divide dough in half

Press into disks

Chill 2 hours

Roll out to 12 inch size

Drape over 9 inch plate

Ready to use

Sunday, January 18, 2026

Julia's Easy Harissa Spiced Beef Tenderloin

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thanks ATK for sharing the recipe!!

Amazing!


Psalm 16:11


    [11] You make known to me the path of life;

        in your presence there is fullness of joy;

        at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.



1 peeled beef tenderloin (4-5 lbs)

Tie every 1 inch with all Cotton kitchen string

1 T kosher salt 

Wrap and refrigerate overnight


Harissa Rub 

2 T Paprika 

1 T Aleppo pepper

1 T ground coriander 

1 t ground cumin

1 t garlic granules 

3/4 t caraway seeds

Mix set aside


3 T Warmed Honey 

Brush top and sides of beef

Cover top and sides with rub

Ready to bake

Foiled Sheet pan with rack

Preheated 250 oven 1-1/2 - 2 hours

Cook to 115 degrees

Remove

Spray top with non stick spray

Put under broiler for 5-10 minutes to crisp up

Let rest


Julia's Secret sauce 

1 c fresh cilantro, chopped 

2 T dried mint or 1/4 c fresh mint

4 scallions, slit in half and chopped 

1/2 c Olive oil

2 T fresh lemon juice

1 T Garlic

1/4 t kosher salt




Friday, January 16, 2026

BBQ Rub Seasoned and Seared Shrimp Cocktail

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Psalm 13:5


    [5] But I have trusted in your steadfast love;

        my heart shall rejoice in your salvation.



12 jumbo raw cleaned shrimp, thaw in cold water and remove tail, dry with paper towel 


BBQ seasoning rub (this will do shrimp and 3 salmon pieces)

2 T brown sugar 

2 t course black pepper 

1 t kosher coarse salt

1/2 t dried basil

1/2 t garlic granules 

1 t smoked paprika 

1-2 T lime zest

Toss shrimp in rub and set aside


Cocktail sauce

2 c chopped and seeded fresh ripe tomato 

1/4 c ketchup 

1 t Cholula 

2 T chopped fresh cilantro 

2 t sweet chili Thai sauce

3 diced green onions

1 T fresh lime juice

1 t kosher salt 

1/4 t horseradish 

1 t olive oil

1/2 t black pepper 

Mix and set aside to meld flavors 


Fry seasoned shrimp in clarified butter/olive oil 

Shrimp is done when it has a slight curl but not a tight curl 


To assemble 

Place cocktail sauce in a footed desert cup

Add your desired amount of shrimp to the rim

Serve with lime or lemon wedges


Serving suggestions 

BBQ salmon

Sticky rice

Steamed broccoli 

Thursday, January 15, 2026

Sourdough Discard Brownies

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

These are delicious!


The fool says in his heart, “There is no God.”

        They are corrupt, they do abominable deeds;

        there is none who does good.


2 stick butter

2 c sugar

2 oz semi sweet chocolate chips 

1 c cocoa powder

1/2 c sourdough Discard 

3 eggs

1 T vanilla 

1-1/4 c AP aerated flour

1/2 t baking powder 


Add ins

1 c toasted walnuts 

1 c chocolate chips


Preheat oven to 350 degrees 

Line pan with parchment 

Spray with non stick

In Pot, melt butter and sugar over medium heat

Stir constantly 

Cook 1 minute after butter is melted

Remove to counter to cool 10 minutes 

Stir in cocoa and chocolate chips 

Stir in sourdough discard, eggs and vanilla 

Sift dry ingredients into chocolate mixture 

Add add ins

Stir to combine

Batter is thick

Spread in 13x9 parchment lined pan

Bake 28-35 minutes or until sides are set and middle is slightly firm but not completely set(still jiggly)

Sides will be firm

Cool 30 minutes before cutting

Sunday, January 11, 2026

Birria Pork in Spicy Maple Cholula Sauce

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Psalm 10:12


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

        forget not the afflicted.



1 lbs pork butt cut into 2 inch chunks, seasoned rolled in Birria rub and steak seasoning


Mix 1/8 c Birria rub and 1/8 c wood fired garlic steak seasoning 

Roll pork chunks and refrigerate over night 


Cooking method

Dutch oven with lid for cooking with a custard bowl in middle with plate on top

Seasoned meat on top of plate 

2 c Water around bowl and plate

Bake 350 degree oven for 1-1/2 hours

Remove meat to plate 

Reserve drippings to make sauce


Sauce

Meat Drippings 

1/4 c maple syrup 

1/2 Jalapeño, chopped 

1 mini coke 

1 T Cholula 

Simmer until reduced by half

Add pork 


Birria rub

1/2 c dried guajillo peppers(cleaned, seeded, and torn into pieces then ground to powder in coffee grinder

1 T smoked paprika 

2 T chicken base seasoning 

1 T onion powder

1 T garlic granules 

1 t salt

1 t black pepper 

Mix well



Friday, January 9, 2026

Bacon Bits Pepper Jack Cabbage

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Psalm 9:7-8


    [7] But the LORD sits enthroned forever;

        he has established his throne for justice, 

    [8] and he judges the world with righteousness;

        he judges the peoples with uprightness.



1 small cabbage, chopped 

Water just to cover

2 t Chicken base seasoning 

1/2 t Garlic granules 

1/2 t Black pepper 

Boil until tender, drain


1-2 slices pepper jack cheese

1 slice provolone 

1/4 c sour cheese

1/2 c Crispy bacon bits 

Add cheeses and sour cream 

Top with bacon bits



Monday, January 5, 2026

Jenn's Mom Date Layer Bars

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Psalm 16:9-10


    [9] Therefore my heart is glad, and my whole being rejoices;

        my flesh also dwells secure. 

    [10] For you will not abandon my soul to Sheol,

        or let your holy one see corruption.



1/2 c shortening 

1 c brown sugar

Using electric hand mixer, cream together 

Add in 

1-1/2 c sifted flour

1 t baking soda

1/2 t salt

1-3/4 quick oats 

Mix with spatula until crumbly but will stick together if mashed 

Put 1/2 of oat mixture in bottom of 13x9 pan, press down firmly


Fruit mixture 

3 c dates, chop in processor (I used dried figs)

1 c water

1 c sugar

Place in pot, stir often and cook until jam consistency 

Add 1 c chopped walnuts 

Spread on top of pressed down oat mixture 

Put rest of oat mixture on top and press firmly

Bake preheated 350 degree oven for 30 min

Cool 20 minutes before cutting

Yeast Roll Sausage Cheese Breakfast Buddy

 

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Psalm 4:8


    [8] In peace I will both lie down and sleep;

        for you alone, O LORD, make me dwell in safety.



Yeast rolls, toast with a slice provolone cheese

Fried hard sausage patties, bacon or ham

Onions, sliced

Yellow Mustard 

Fried hard egg or scrambled eggs(optional)

Sunday, January 4, 2026

Fire Roasted Red Pepper and Mushroom Chicken Protein and Fiber Bowl

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Psalm 3:8


    [8] Salvation belongs to the LORD;

        your blessing be on your people! Selah


 

Cooked Sticky Rice


5 Boneless skinless Chicken thighs

Seasoned with kosher salt, pepper and smoked paprika 

1t bacon grease

1 t clarified butter 

Sauté thighs in grease/butter

Until you reach an internal temp of 165 

Set aside to thinly chop


Cooked veggies 

1/2 c sliced Onion

1 T roasted Garlic 

1/2 c sliced Mushrooms

1/4 c Roasted red bell peppers ( I make my own)

Heat skillet chicken was cooked in (it still has enough grease)

Add veggies 

Sauté 2-3 minutes until tender

Add chicken 

Sauté 1 minutes 

Add chicken bake in, stir and cut off heat


Raw Veggies 

1 c Thin shredded Red cabbage 

1 c Thin shredded Green cabbage 

1 c Thin slice Onions

1 c Thin slice Cucumbers 

1/2 c Chopped Tomatoes



1 c Shredded Mozzarella cheese

1 c seasoned garbanzo beans(seasoned salt and Mrs. Dash table blend)



Dressing

1/4 c Olive Garden Italian dressing 

1/4 c Dukes Mayo

1 T Honey 

1/2 t coarse black pepper 

Whisk



Saturday, January 3, 2026

Dill Pickle Cheese Bites


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ephesians 5:31


[31] “Therefore a man shall leave his father and mother and hold fast to his wife, and the two shall become one flesh.”



1/2 c shredded Gouda cheese

1/2 c shredded mozzarella cheese

1/2 c finely chopped dill pickles, patted dry

1 t garlic granules 

1 t onion powder

1 T flour

1 T panko bread crumbs 

Parchment sprayed with non stick 


Preheat Air Fryer to 375 degrees

In a bowl, combine all ingredients 

Using hands, squeeze together to form small balls

Add to a non stick sprayed baking sheet

Bake 10-15 minutes until golden and crispy

Cool 

Texas Roadhouse Bread Machine Rolls

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Romans 8:27


[27] And he who searches hearts knows what is the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for the saints according to the will of God.



1/4 c (80-90 degrees) water

1 c (80-90 degree) milk

1 t kosher salt 

1-1/2 T softened or melted butter

1 egg

1/4 c white sugar

3-1/2 c aerated bread flour

2 1/4 t quick yeast


Add to bread machine in the above order

Turn to dough cycle 

Check the need for extra water or flour after 15 minutes 

Too sticky needs a little more flour (by teaspoon) 

Too dry and cracking needs a little more water (by teaspoon)

Dough should be forming ball and pulling away from sides

My cycle takes 1-1/2 hours

At end punch down dough

This dough is very light and fluffy

Remove to lightly floured parchment sheet

Roll or pat out to to rectangular shape 

13x9 ish

Thickness of 1/2 inch

Fold over lengthwise

Cover and rest 15 minutes 

Using a pizza cutter, cut 18-20 rolls ( they will vary in size and shape)

Bake preheated 350 oven for 15 minutes 

Remove and grease tops with butter


Honey Cinnamon Butter

3/4 stick softened butter

3 T powdered sugar 

1 T Honey

1/4 t Cinnamon