Oven Roasted Cauliflower

This is an amazing side dish to go with steak, chicken or even fish. 1 large  head cauliflower, cut into florets 2 tbsp. olive oil /2 tsp. kosher salt 1/4 tsp. black pepper 1/4 tsp. garlic powder (optional) Sauce 1/2 cup cream 5 – 6 tbsp. cheese whiz (yes, this is real) 5-6 tbsp. cream…

The Best Marinade For Chicken

This is an awesome marinade for chicken. You will want to keep it on hand. 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/2 cup Balsamic vinegar 1/4 cup soy sauce 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce 1/8 cup lemon juice 3/4 cup brown sugar 2 tsp. dried rosemary 2 tbsp. Dijon mustard 1 1/2 tsp. salt 3/4 tsp….

Quick and Easy Chicken a la King

This is for a ‘left over cooked chicken’ meal. Mid week and needing a fast dinner, this is it. 1 tbsp. butter 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped to make 1 cup 1 can Campbell’s condensed Cream of Mushroom soup 1/2  cup milk 1 1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken 1/2 cup frozen peas Heat butter…

The Best Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipe

Don made this and we think he should bottle it and sell it. it is, beyond any doubt, the best to put on your salad. 2 tablespoons honey 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1/2 tsp. fine sea salt 1/2 tsp. finely ground black pepper 1 large clove minced garlic 2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 2/3 cup extra…

Dutch Oven Beef Stew

Okay, I know it has been awhile since I put on a new recipe out there but summer was spectacular. So in my defense – here we go. 2 – 2  1/2 lbs. of stewing beef  cut into 1-1 1/2 inch cubes 1/2 cup flour 1 tbsp. kosher salt 1 tsp. freshly ground pepper 4…

Shepherd’s Pie As Only Don Can Make

Okay, this is usually attributed to the Irish and Don being anything but, made this the very best totally comfort food you might wish for. Irish or not! 1 tbsp. olive oil 1 medium onion, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 large carrot, peeled and finely chopped 3/4 tsp. salt, divided 1/2 tsp. black…

Don’s Hollandaise Sauce

I have raved about this sauce of his, but give it a go, you will use it on almost everything…..true. All you have to do is read some of my raves. 3 egg yolks pinch of salt pinch of sugar 3 drops of Tabasco sauce pinch of dry mustard juice of half a fresh lemon…

Chicken in a Creamy White Wine Sauce

Oh my! If you want a dinner to die for, this is it. Don made this last night and you could lick the plate (your Mom won’t let you). It is super delicious. 2 large chicken breasts salt and pepper to taste 1/4 tsp. garlic powder small bowl of flour for dredging 1 tbsp. olive…

Easiest Macaroni and Cheese Ever

Believe me, this is not the usual recipe I make, but it is good, fast and easy. We did enjoy it. 3 cups whole milk 3/4 cup heavy cream 3 tbsp. butter 3 tbsp. flour 1 lb. good cheddar cheese, shredded, for a much better flavour (not cheese slices for sandwiches) 1/4 lb. Monterey Jack…

Great Italian Tomato Sauce

Kelly was coming for dinner the other night, so Don made this up and believe me, this is awsome. Much nicer than most tomato sauces. 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil pinch of red pepper flakes 2 crushed garlic cloves 3/4 chopped onion (optional) 1 tsp. fresh chopped oregano, divided 1 tbsp. chopped fresh basil,…