60% Cacao Bittersweet Chocolate Chip Pecan Pie

2 Great are the works of the LORD, studied by all who delight in them. 

3 Full of splendor and majesty is his work, and his righteousness endures forever.  - Psalm 111:2-3

2 regular pie crust, thaw and pierce bottom with fork

1 1/2 c rough chopped pecans

3 eggs, beaten

1 c sugar

1/4 c melted salted butter, cooled

1/2 c light Karo syrup

1 t cinnamon 

Bag of 60% Ghirardelli bittersweet chocolate cacao chips

Beat eggs with a fork and then beat in sugar with a fork.

Add cooled melted butter, Karo and cinnamon.

Last add pecans.

Drop chocolate chips on the crust.

Space chocolate chips not touching across the bottom of pie crust. 

Pour 1/2 of the pecan pie filling on top.

Bake 375 degrees, top rack, for 20 minutes. 

Bump down to 350 and bake 10-15 more minutes.

When ready, pie should be browned and firm when you shake the pan.

It can be a little wiggly right in the middle and it will set when it cools, around 10 minutes.

Smoked BBQ Meatloaf Nachos

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!  - Psalm 111:7-9

1 slice smoked BBQ meatloaf

sharp cheddar 

Tostado chips

Sweet onions or green onions 

BBQ sauce( I make my own) 

Spread out chips in a plate.

Sprinkle cheese.

Cut meatloaf in bites.

Heat 30 seconds in microwave. 

Add sauce and onions.

Delish!!!

Smoked Meatloaf with BBQ Sauce

8 Let them thank the LORD for his steadfast love, for his wondrous works to the children of man! 

9 For he satisfies the longing soul, and the hungry soul he fills with good things.  - Psalm 107:8-9

This was so moist and smoky!!! Yum!

Meat loaf recipe( I used my Crockpot Cheesy Buttermilk Meatloaf recipe) except I used all beef 2 1/4 lbs. 85/15 blend( I buy mine at Sprouts)

All the grease comes out during smoking and may be poured off.

Mix meatloaf, just till incorporated, and put in a 13x9 foil pan. 

Mash to make an even sized loaf. 

It will be about 2 inches high and about 12 inches long. 

Leave space all the way around the loaf.

Add BBQ sauce on top.

Smoke at 225 degrees for 3 1/2 to 4 hours using green hickory and dried cherry wood.

Add more BBQ sauce when serving.

White Wine Sauced Rotisserie Chicken Stir Fry

33 I will sing to the LORD as long as I live; I will sing praise to my God while I have being. 

34 May my meditation be pleasing to him, for I rejoice in the LORD. 

35 Let sinners be consumed from the earth, and let the wicked be no more! Bless the LORD, O my soul! Praise the LORD!  - Psalm 104:33-35

2 t olive oil

1 leek, sliced

1 carrot, matchstick cut

2 baby Bok Choy, chopped 

2 mushrooms, sliced

1 T chicken base seasoning

Stir fry veggies with the seasoning until slightly soft.

Add:

2 c rotisserie chicken, chopped

2 T roasted garlic, smashed

1/8 c white wine

2 T half and half

This is a delicious stir fry, cooks quickly with minimal prep.

Quick Olive Oil Balsamic Greek Tomatoes

27 These all look to you, to give them their food in due season. 

28 When you give it to them, they gather it up; when you open your hand, they are filled with good things. 

29 When you hide your face, they are dismayed; when you take away their breath, they die and return to their dust. 

30 When you send forth your Spirit, they are created, and you renew the face of the ground.  - Psalm 104:27-30

These are so good!! I could not stop eating them!!!

Campari tomatoes, the small red ones still on the vine(Costco or Sam's has a large container)

Light olive oil, Sam's Daily Chef is great

A good quality balsamic aged vinegar, I like Alessi Aceto Balsamico

Greek seasoning, I make mine(under seasoning tab this blog)

Smoked salt, I use Alder Wood smoked, can order on line, I was lucky to find mine at TJMaxx

Cracked Malabar pepper, Costco 

Granulated Garlic, Costco

Slice tomatoes in half, spread on plate.

Drizzle with oil and vinegar.

Season with the Greek seasoning, salt, pepper and garlic.