Triple Threat Sandwich

2 since you have given him authority over all flesh, to give eternal life to all whom you have given him.

3 And this is eternal life, that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom you have sent.

4 I glorified you on earth, having accomplished the work that you gave me to do. - John 17:2-4

3 slices fried crisp low sodium black pepper bacon 

2 boiled eggs to make egg salad, Mayo, mustard, sweet pickle relish 

Pimento cheese, I use a spicy one

Honey Wheat Bread griddle, in clarified butter to toast 

Yum!

Mexi Rice

7 for God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.

8 Therefore do not be ashamed of the testimony about our Lord, nor of me his prisoner, but share in suffering for the gospel by the power of God,

9 who saved us and called us to a holy calling, not because of our works but because of his own purpose and grace, which he gave us in Christ Jesus before the ages began,

10 and which now has been manifested through the appearing of our Savior Christ Jesus, who abolished death and brought life and immortality to light through the gospel,

11 for which I was appointed a preacher and apostle and teacher, - 2 Timothy 1:7-11

An ej original!

1 package Trader Joe's frozen basmati rice, cook according to directions and set aside

Into a small skillet add:

1 T olive oil

1/2 t chicken base seasoning

1/2 t toasted cumin

1/2 t chili powder

Bloom seasonings in oil for 2 minutes on medium heat. 

Then add:

A few turns black pepper

1 T double concentrate tomato paste

Cook another 2 minutes.

Stir into cooked rice.

Portuguese Greens and Beans Soup(Caldo Verde)

29 The next day he saw Jesus coming toward him, and said, "Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!

30 This is he of whom I said, 'After me comes a man who ranks before me, because he was before me.'

31 I myself did not know him, but for this purpose I came baptizing with water, that he might be revealed to Israel."

32 And John bore witness: "I saw the Spirit descend from heaven like a dove, and it remained on him.

33 I myself did not know him, but he who sent me to baptize with water said to me, 'He on whom you see the Spirit descend and remain, this is he who baptizes with the Holy Spirit.'

34 And I have seen and have borne witness that this is the Son of God." - John 1:29-34

A slightly spicy soup that is delicious!!

We added a spoonful of sour cream on top.

1 recipe of Chorizo, recipe this blog under Mexican tab, make, cook and set aside, 

can use ready made Spanish chorizo

1 can White Beans, drained

1 c chopped Kale 

1 Carrot, thin sliced

2 medium Yukon gold potatoes, chopped

1 c chopped Mustard greens

1 small Onions

1 T roasted and mashed Garlic

1/2 t sumac or lemon zest

Chicken stock to cover

1 T sugar, just to pop flavors

1/4 c red wine

1/4 c heavy Cream 

Bring to boil and simmer until potatoes are done, 20-30 minutes.

Good with crusty bread or Cheese Nips!

Tender Pork with Leeks and Gravy

Answer me, O LORD, for your steadfast love is good; according to your abundant mercy, turn to me.  - Psalm 69:16

An ej original!

One 3 lb pork roast, sliced and cut into thick chunks, trim some of fat away

Smoked salt

Cracked black pepper

2 T olive oil

Sear pork in oil.

Add leeks and mushrooms.

Add the rest of the ingredients below.

1 c Sauvignon Blanc

1 c water

In a Dutch oven, add to a preheated 400 degree oven and cook covered 1-1/2 hours, stir half way through.

To add after cooking to make the gravy.

Stir in:
1 c water

1 brown gravy packet

Serve over sticky rice, pasta or egg noodles.

Oven Roasted Cola Pulled Pork

Let the peoples praise you, O God; let all the peoples praise you!  - Psalm 67:3

2 Lbs Boneless country pork ribs

Smoked Salt and pepper

3 T Olive oil

1 Onion 

3 T roasted garlic

1 small can of cola, I used Coke

1/8 c Jim Beam Bourbon 

1/8 BBQ sauce, could use ketchup 

1 t Thyme

1 smoked paprika 

1 T soy sauce

1 T Worcestershire sauce

2 T hickory liquid smoke

On medium heat, add oil to Dutch oven, add onions and garlic, sauté, add pork and brown.

Add rest of ingredients.

Stir well.

Cover, cook 2 hours in oven preheated 375 degrees.

After an hour, stir and use wooden spoon to chunk pork, return for rest of cook time.

Before serving pull pork with a fork.

This recipe makes its own sauce.

Served with sweet restaurant slaw ( this blog under slaw/salad tab and brown sugar baked beans.