Mesquite Greek Rubbed Pork Tenderloin

25 Whom have I in heaven but you? And there is nothing on earth that I desire besides you. 

26 My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever. 

27 For behold, those who are far from you shall perish; you put an end to everyone who is unfaithful to you. 

28 But for me it is good to be near God; I have made the Lord GOD my refuge, that I may tell of all your works.  - Psalm 73:25-28

1 mesquite flavored pork tenderloin, rinse

Greek seasoning

1 13x9 foil pan with high sides

Bake 450 degrees for 45 minutes. 

Turn once during cooking.

Put rub on one side, cook 22 minutes then flip, put rub on the second side and finish cooking.

Internal temp should be 150 degrees.

Hash Brown Smoked Sausage Casserole

We know that Christ, being raised from the dead, will never die again; death no longer has dominion over him. - Romans 6:9

1 c hash browns, I use dehydrated

1 c grilled smoked sausage, cut into chunks

1 can cheddar cheese soup

1/4 c sour cream

1/2 t Greek seasoning

3 green onions chopped 

Smoky Chipotle Tabasco 

Topping

1/4 c panko

1/2 c cheese

1/4 c canned onion rings, crushed 

Rehydrate hash browns in hot water for 15 minutes and drain.

Mix all ingredients together except topping items.

Place in a greased pie plate.
Add toppings.

Cover loosely with foil, remove last 15 minutes.

Bake in preheated 350 oven for 40 minutes.

Stir Fry Brussel Sprouts with Bacon and Caramelized Onions

For the LORD gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding;  - Proverbs 2:6

Pgk. of fresh Brussel sprouts, cleaned and outer layers removed, sliced thin

Onion, cut in half, slice and caramelize in clarified butter and olive oil

6 pieces Bacon, fried crisp, reserve 1 T grease

1/2 t Smoked paprika

1 t Dry mustard

1/2 t Sugar

1 T Chicken base seasoning

1 T Red wine vinegar

1/4 c Half & Half

Caramelize onions in oil and clarified butter and drain on paper towels.

Set aside.

Fry bacon crisp, drain and set aside.

Clean sprouts and remove outer leaves.

Slice the Brussel sprouts thin, discard root.

Season with all seasonings.

Stir fry in 1 T bacon grease until tender.

Add half & half and vinegar.

When tender, add bacon and onions.

   

Peanut Butter Pie in an Oreo Crust

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." - Job 1:21

1 prepared Oreo pie crust

1 cream cheese, softened

3/4 c sugar

1 c peanut butter

16 oz. container of thawed cool whip 

Cream sugar, cream cheese and peanut butter together with a mixer.

Stir in 8 oz. of cool whip.

Fill Oreo pie crust, freeze for a few hours.

Frost with remaining cool whip. 

Keep refrigerated.

Broccoli Bacon Corn Casserole

2 O you who hear prayer, to you shall all flesh come. 

3 When iniquities prevail against me, you atone for our transgressions.  - Psalm 65:2-3

1 bag frozen broccoli florets, chopped

1 Green Giant niblets white corn in sauce

1/2 c sharp Cheddar, shredded

1 t chicken base seasoning

2 T Celery, sliced

4 slices Bacon, diced

1 Shallot, diced

1 T Roasted garlic, mashed

1/4 c Mushrooms, sliced

1 t Clarified butter

1/4 c Smoked Gruyere, sliced

1/3 c half and half

1/4 c Cream cheese

Topping

Panko bread crumbs

Crushed Onion rings, canned

Cheddar cheese, shredded

Prepare corn and broccoli in microwave.

Place in greased casserole pan and add 1/2 c cheddar.

Set aside.

In clarified butter sauté shallots, celery, bacon, garlic, mushrooms and seasoning. 

Add to broccoli-corn mixture.

Microwave Gruyere, cream cheese and half & half until cheese is melted, about 2 minutes.

Add to veggie mix and combine.

Sprinkle topping ingredients on casserole and bake 350 for 25 minutes or until browned.