Mexican Pezole Rojo

30 Now Jesus did many other signs in the presence of the disciples, which are not written in this book;

31 but these are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name. - John 20:30-31

2 c left over Mexican pulled pork( recipe on this blog under Mexican tab)

4 qt water

1 can hominy, drained ( you can add 2 cans)

1 can beans, black or pinto, drained

1 Leek, chopped

2 T roasted garlic

1 bay leaf

1/2 t Cilantro 

1/4 salsa verde, I love Herdez brand

1/4 t oregano 

2 T chili powder 

1 -1/2 T toasted cumin powder

2 T chicken base seasoning

1/2 t smoked pasilla chili powder, I made my own from the dried peppers I got at the Mexican market

1 t sugar

Put all ingredients in 5 qt pan and bring to a boil.

Simmer 45 minutes.

This is a bold flavored soup, having a robust chili taste.

To serve add, avocado slices, sliced radishes, sour cream, sliced cabbage, fresh Cilantro, lime wedges, crumbled tostado chips and chopped onions.

Pimento Cheese Bacon English Pea Casserole

For no one can lay a foundation other than that which is laid, which is Jesus Christ. - 1 Corinthians 3:11

An ej original!

1 bag frozen peas

1 c pimento cheese 

1 c mushroom soup

1 T roasted garlic

1/4 c chopped crispy bacon

1/4 c canned onion rings

Topping 

Ritz crackers crumbled 

1/4 c shredded mozzarella cheese 

Bake in a greased pie plate in 350 degrees for 30 minutes.

Georgia Pecan Pie Trifle

So neither he who plants nor he who waters is anything, but only God who gives the growth. - 1 Corinthians 3:7

Yummy!

(1) store bought large pecan pie, cut into 1 inch squares, I used Edwards frozen Georgia pecan pie, leave slightly frozen for easy cutting 

Filling

1 block full fat Cream cheese, room temp, mine set out 1 hour

1/2 c powdered sugar 

1&1/2 c heavy Cream 

1&1/2 t vanilla

Place these ingredients in a heavy duty mixer.

Use wire attachments and whip until smooth, about 15 minutes.

Set aside.

Topping

Prepare these and set aside.

1/2 c toasted pecans, I used spicy honey Pecans

3/4 c dark chocolate, chopped, I used Ghirardelli 

Layer in trifle bowl starting with pie pieces, then half of the cream cheese mixture and top with half of toppings.

Next layer pie pieces, cream cheese and finish with toppings.

Inspiration from:

https://celebrationsathomeblog.com/pecan-pie-trifle-recipe/

Romaine Leaf Blue Cheese Salad

23 He said to them, "You are from below; I am from above. You are of this world; I am not of this world.

24 I told you that you would die in your sins, for unless you believe that I am he you will die in your sins." - John 8:23-24

Baby Romaine from Costco, grown in Arizona

Green Goddess salad dressing  

Blue cheese

Crisp baked Bacon, crumbled 

Black or white Raisins

Spicy honey roasted pecans, chopped (recipe on this blog under nuts tab)

You can do a few or a lot.

You can double leaves.

Use that imagination!!

Serve buffet style on a platter.

Wash lettuce, separate into leaves, dry.

Chop 2 leaves, leave the rest in whole leaves.

To layer, start with lettuce leaf, then add a tablespoon of chopped lettuce, drizzle a little green goddess, then bacon, raisin and end with the chopped pecans.

No Cook Lemon Icebox Pie

42 Jesus said to them, "If God were your Father, you would love me, for I came from God and I am here. I came not of my own accord, but he sent me.

43 Why do you not understand what I say? It is because you cannot bear to hear my word.

44 You are of your father the devil, and your will is to do your father's desires. He was a murderer from the beginning, and does not stand in the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks out of his own character, for he is a liar and the father of lies.

45 But because I tell the truth, you do not believe me.

46 Which one of you convicts me of sin? If I tell the truth, why do you not believe me?

47 Whoever is of God hears the words of God. The reason why you do not hear them is that you are not of God." - John 8:42-47

Don't let this simple pie fool you, it's delicious!!!

1 graham cracker crust

1 can 14 oz. Eagle Brand sweetened condensed milk

1 whole fat 8 oz. block Cream Cheese, room temp 

1/4 c fresh lemon juice

Lemon zest from 1 lemon

Beat with a hand mixer until smooth.

Fill graham cracker crust.

Cover.

Place in freezer for 1 hour, then move to fridge.