Vanilla Whiskey Sauce

31 So Jesus said to the Jews who had believed him, "If you abide in my word, you are truly my disciples,

32 and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free." - John 8:31-32

3 T sugar

2 c half and half

1/4 c Jim Beam

2 T cornstarch

In a heavy pan, bring sugar and half and half to a boil.

Stirring constantly to prevent scalding.

Remove from heat.

Whisk the cornstarch into the whiskey and add to the sugar half and half mixture.

Serve over bread pudding.

Apple Fritter Bread Pudding with Caramel Topping and Vanilla Whiskey Sauce

So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed. - John 8:36

2 apple fritters, cut into 1/2 inch cubes, I got mine at Costco

6 Hawaiian rolls, cut into 1/2 inch cubes

4 T butter

1/2 c sugar

 4 eggs 

2 c half and half

1 t Cinnamon 

1 t Vanilla

Use a 9x9 pan.

Take the bread squares and cover the pan, mixing both types evenly.

Cream butter and sugar, whisk in eggs, one at a time, into sugar butter mixture.

Add seasonings.

Pour custard over bread.

Mash down with a fork.

Bake 350 for 30 minutes.

To serve add whiskey sauce and ice cream topping caramel.
Recipe found under the sauces tab this blog!!

Shrimp Adobo Soft Tacos

For a man's ways are before the eyes of the LORD, and he ponders all his paths.  - Proverbs 5:21

1 lb. cleaned tail off Shrimp

Smoked paprika

Adobo dry rub

Onions

Red bell peppers

2 T Butter

Fresh Lime juice

1 T Olive oil

Sauté onions and peppers in butter oil mixture.

When onions are slightly soft, add seasoned shrimp.

Do not overcook shrimp, they will be slightly pink looking when done.

Fill warmed tortilla and add toppings.

Flour tortillas

Warm over flame or microwave.

Toppings

Cheese 

Salsa

Roasted tomatoes

Sour cream

Cheesy Blend Baked Fresh Tomatoes

O LORD my God, I cried to you for help, and you have healed me.  - Psalm 30:2

4 fresh tomatoes, sliced into thick slices

Olive oil to drizzle over slices

Cheese blend, I used Trader Joe's Shaved Blend, it has Unexpected Cheddar, Toscano and Parmesan

Mozzarella, shredded or fresh thin sliced

Seasoned salt

Black pepper

Tuscan Garlic seasoning

Fresh sweet basil, chopped

Place parchment on a large sheet pan. 

Oil and season slices, then add cheese blend first and end with mozzarella.

Toast under broiler until cheese is slightly brown around edges.

Add fresh basil before serving.

These make me think of pizza without a crust!!

Chicken Fried Chicken Thighs

But if it is by grace, it is no longer on the basis of works; otherwise grace would no longer be grace. - Romans 11:6

1 pgk. Boneless chicken thighs

Chicken Soak

1 can Ginger Ale

1/8 c salt

1/8 c sugar

1/4 c water

Marinate thighs for at least 1 hour.

I used a ziplock bag.

Place thighs on plate and season with seasoning salt, pepper and Garlic 

Dredge

2 beaten eggs

2 c flour 

Dredge thighs in beaten eggs then flour and repeat.

Fry in hot oil until golden brown.