Take-out Tuesday, Broccoli & Cheese Smothered Potato Boats

Here is an irresistible side dish that will satisfy all your cravings… Crispy, soft, melty, warm, garlicy good… and fast and easy for a weeknight If you don’t like Velveeta, just use grated cheese.  I love these Velveeta sauce packets, so handy and perfect on an Uptown Patty Melt too… Microwave potatoes until cooked through … Continue reading

Recipe Box, BBQ Pork “Cupcakes” with Coleslaw “Icing” and Crispy Onions

This little bite is bound to spark up your next gathering! Who can resist a little puff pastry filled with BBQ pork, topped with creamy slaw and crispy onions? You can assemble them for serving, or set them out with bowls of slaw and onions and let people make their own Great for parties, game … Continue reading

Take-out Tuesday, All Seasons Salad

Are you in a salad rut? Same old salad every time? I have a formula that I use as a basis for just about every salad I make, even this Berry Salad with Monte Cristo Croutons All Seasons Salad = greens + seasonal fruit and/or vegetable + protein [nuts and/or meat] + cheese [optional] + … Continue reading

Take out Tuesday, Lightened Up!

Take out Tuesday features recipes that are either great for transport,  or an easy option instead of picking up actual take-out. Tuesday often features casseroles that can be done ahead of time and taken to a pot luck supper, or given to a friend or family…a new baby in the house, a  neighbor, a death … Continue reading