Fried Cauliflower Rice

A superb way to get cauliflower into those who aren’t such fans. See if they can even tell the difference! Adapted from thekitchn, this dish is a nice alternative to the starchy favorite take-out version.

Maple-Bacon Waffle Bake

Good ole Betty Crocker came up with this dangerous breakfast casserole. But with today’s trend on bacon what better way to embrace this tasty stick of salty pork?  Give in to your desire just this once combining all of the breakfast treats...

Rocky Mountain Baked Beans

Thanks Mom, for yet another recipe to contribute!  I’ve tried other baked bean recipes and they do take hours to make with nothing special to share.  This particular batch that Mom passed along do take around 3 hours to bake… but the...

Tiki Snack Mix

Can’t get away to the tropics? No Hawaiian vaca in your near future? Bet if you make yourself a Mai Tai, chow on some Tiki Snack Mix (foodandwine.com) and turn up the volume on the ukulele track, you’ll get there. At least for a little...

Bacony Roasted Chickpeas

Nuts are a wonderful source of protein and antioxidants, but why not switch it up with the equally enriched chickpea?  When roasted, they provide even more crunch than a nutty snack. Add bacon and Old Bay seasoning?  Well, now we are talking...

Make-Your-Own Sandwich Buffet

The title says it all… put whatever you want out.  Meats, cheeses, condiments, fillings… it’s an endless, carefree option.  Great for get-togethers.  Here’s a grocery list of sorts…

Potatoes w/Bacon & Onion

Potatoes boiled in chicken broth and seasonings raises the stock of your average tuber.  Throw it into caramelized onions and bacon, and now you are talking crazy tantalizing taters.

Loaded Smashed Potatoes

I love potatoes. I don’t eat them often, but after trying this method, I just may. This is a recipe that you can experiment with. Think of what you would stuff a baked potato with… just about anything… this is a basic recipe...

Apple, Bacon, Caramelized Red Onion Sandwiches with Arugula-Thyme Spread

Step out of the boring old sandwich box… With just a little effort you’ll appreciate this flavorful hearty lunch and/or dinner sandwich. Food52.com published this recently and it’s just simply delicious!

Potato-Crusted Quiche with Smoked Cheddar and Canadian Bacon

A different take on the typical quiche crest.  This one uses potatoes.  The perfect combination.  Not only good for brunch but ideal for dinner with a mixed green salad and crusty bread.