E J 'S Real Easy Scratch Spaghetti and Meatballs

1 You then, my child, be strengthened by the grace that is in Christ Jesus,

2 and what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses entrust to faithful men who will be able to teach others also. - 2 Timothy 2:1-2

The simplicity of this dish is what makes it so yummy!!!

1 can Nina San Marzano Italian tomatoes ( from Costco) 28 oz.

1/2 c water

6 cloves garlic ( I use roasted) mash it with a fork

1/8 c olive oil

Fresh herb mix, of each (oregano, lemon thyme, sweet basil, cilantro, Rosemary) 1/8 c total

1 T Sugar

1/4 c Red wine( I used Cabernet Sauvignon)

1/2 c  shaved blend, Toscano, unexpected Cheddar, and Parmesan( found at Trader Joe's) 

1/2 t Red pepper flakes

Pepper, a few turns

1 T Fine Kosher salt

Add tomatoes to a bowl.

Squish tomatoes with hands.

I use disposable gloves.

Add 1/2 c water.

Heat oil in pan and add Garlic.

Cook one minute.

Then add tomatoes and water.

Add all seasonings, herbs, sugar, wine and cheese.

Simmer for 15 minutes.

Serve over cooked pasta.

Meat Balls

1 lb. 80/20 lean ground beef( I used Sprouts)

1/8 c panko bread crumbs

1/8 c fresh cilantro, Rosemary, oregano, sweet basil, make a herb mix, diced 

1 diced shallot

1/8 c whole buttermilk

2 T double concentrated tomato paste( I used Cento)

1/4 c shaved blend, Toscano, unexpected Cheddar, and Parmesan( found at Trader Joe's) 

1/4 c mascarpone cheese( I use Trader Joe's) 

1/4 t salt

A few turns of cracked black pepper

Make balls about the size of a golf ball.

Add oil to skillet and brown slowly. 

Flip to insure even browning, covering to help steam.

Add to sauce.

Oatmeal Raisin Soft Batch Cookies

You have tried my heart, you have visited me by night, you have tested me, and you will find nothing; I have purposed that my mouth will not transgress.  - Psalm 17:3

Dry 

2 c AP flour

1 t kosher salt

1 t baking powder

1 t baking soda

1 t cinnamon

Whisk and set aside.

Wet 

1 c butter, softened

1 c sugar

1 c packed brown sugar

2 eggs

2 t vanilla 

Cream with a electric mixer, starting on low and ending on high.

It took awhile to get creamy and for the butter to be incorporated.

Add the dry ingredients into the wet, a little at a time stirring with a wood spoon, just till flour is not showing.

This dough is very thick.

Add ins 

3 c old fashioned oats

1 1/2 c large raisins, got mine at Sprouts in the self serve bins

Mix these in a little at a time with a big spoon.

Bake 350 preheated oven.

Cover pan with parchment.

Measure out a 2 T ball and slightly flatten, leaving 2 inch space between.

Bake 11 minutes.

They will still be a little undercooked. 

Cool in pan 2 minutes.

Remove to cool on parchment.

Really Quick Really Delicious Honey Mirin Chicken and Veggies

7 I bless the LORD who gives me counsel; in the night also my heart instructs me. 

8 I have set the LORD always before me; because he is at my right hand, I shall not be shaken. 

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. 

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.  - Psalm 16:7-11

3 c Perdue frozen Popcorn Chicken from Costco, oven baked for 16 minutes on 450 degrees

Set aside.

Fresh angel hair, cooked and set aside

Veggies

1 English cucumber, matchstick cut

1 carrot, matchstick cut

1 baby Bok choy, chopped

3 T Roasted garlic

2 T dried chives

Oil for sautéing 

Sauté veggies, add cooked chicken, add sauce stirring. 

When sauce is thickened and coats chicken, through in peanuts. Serve over noodles.

Ready in 20 minutes.

Sauce 

1/8 c Mirin

1/8 c honey

1 T apple cider vinegar

1/8 c soy sauce

1/2 c water

1 T flour, whisk into water

1/2 c dry roasted peanuts

White Chocolate Cheesecake Strawberry Banana Salad

19 My brothers, if anyone among you wanders from the truth and someone brings him back,

20 let him know that whoever brings back a sinner from his wandering will save his soul from death and will cover a multitude of sins. - James 5:19-20

This taste a lot like banana pudding with strawberries added!!

1 8 oz. cream cheese, softened 

1 small box each of white chocolate and  cheesecake instant pudding

1 c half and half

4 oz. cool whip

3 c sliced strawberries 

4 sliced bananas

Whip cream cheese.

After cream cheese is whipped, slowly add dry pudding, a tablespoon at a time while whipping on low speed.

Add half and half a tablespoon at a time, whipping slowly.

Whip in cool whip.

Fold in fruit.

Filet of Beef Sweet Herb Rice Burrito Bowl with Black Bean Corn Salsa

Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working. - James 5:16

Steak

2 Filet of beef, seasoned, pan seared in whiskey, and broiled to medium

Rub

1 cap full Whiskey

Smoked salt and cracked pepper

Black Bean Corn Salsa

3 ears fresh corn, microwave, shaved 

1 can black beans, drained and rinsed

1 tomato, chopped

1 small shallot, diced

1 tiny lime, juiced 

1/2 t Garlic granules 

1 t Fresh Spice mix, cilantro, sage, sweet basil, Rosemary, oregano

Mix together, cover, set aside.

Sweet Herb Rice

2 c cooked rice, done according to box directions and set aside,

1 t Fresh Spice mix, cilantro, sage, sweet basil, Rosemary, oregano

1 tiny lime, juiced 

1 T sugar

Smoked Salt and pepper

After rice is slightly cooled, salt/pepper, add herbs, lime juice and sugar.

Toppings

Sliced avocado, cheese and sour cream

To serve place rice on bottom of bowl, then using a third measure scheme add the beef, 

avocado, and black bean corn salsa, topping with cheese and sour cream.