White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake Balls

For the Cheesecake Filling: 8 oz cream cheese, softened 1/4 cup powdered sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 cup fresh raspberries, mashed (or use raspberry preserves) For the Coating: 1 cup white chocolate chips or melting wafers 1 tablespoon coconut oil or shortening (optional, for smoother melting) For Garnish: Freeze-dried raspberry powder or crushed freeze-dried … Read more

Oven Fried Chicken Legs

INGREDIENTS: • 1 pkg. ranch salad dressing mix • 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper • 4-5 dashes of hot sauce • 1/2 C. all purpose flour • 1 tsp. cornstarch • 5-6 chicken legs • 1/2 tsp. paprika • 1 T. pickle juice • 1 C. buttermilk • 1 T. veg. oil • 1 T. butter … Read more

FRIED POTATOES AND ONIONS

Ingredients: Enough peanut oil to wet the entire bottom of your pan 2 tbs unsalted sweet cream butter 1 lb Idaho Russet or Red potatoes (I like Reds – but that is just a personal preference) Salted water ½ medium-sized sweet onion like Vidalia Salt and Pepper to taste Garnish with paprika and fresh basil … Read more

RIBEYE STEAK

Ingredients: 1(24-ounce) 2-inch-thick rib-eye steak, at room temperature Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste 1 tablespoon canola oil 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter 3 garlic loves, crushed 3 sprigs fresh thyme 2 sprigs of fresh rosemary Instructions: Using paper towels, pat the sides of the steak dry; Generously season with 11/4 teaspoon … Read more

Glazed Ham with Pineapple

Ingredients 1 bone-in ham (5-6 lbs) 1 cup brown sugar (packed) 1/2 cup honey 1/2 cup pineapple juice 1/4 cup Dijon mustard 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar 1 tbsp cloves (optional, for studding the ham) 1 fresh pineapple (cut into rings and chunks) Fresh parsley (for garnish) Instructions: Prepare the Ham: Preheat the oven to … Read more

Southern Fried Salmon Patties

Ingredients: 1 (14 3/4 ounce) canned salmon 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped 1/4 cup cornmeal 1/4 cup flour 1 egg 3 tablespoons mayonnaise Directions: Open salmon and drain thoroughly. Place drained salmon in mixing bowl and flake evenly with a fork. Add onion, corn meal, flour, mayonnaise, and egg. Stir until well blended. Shape the … Read more

GARLIC BUTTER LOBSTER AND SCALLOPS

Ingredients: For the Lobster: 2 lobster tails 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice 1 tsp paprika Salt and pepper to taste Fresh parsley for garnish Lemon wedges for serving For the Scallops: 1/2 lb sea scallops, patted dry 2 tbsp unsalted butter 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 … Read more

Garlic Butter Chicken with Lemon Parmesan Pasta

Ingredients:For the Chicken:1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized piecesSalt and pepper, to taste1/2 tsp paprika1/2 tsp Italian seasoning3 tbsp butter, divided3 cloves garlic, mincedZest and juice of 1 lemonFresh parsley, chopped, for garnishFor the Parmesan Linguine:8 oz linguine2 tbsp butter3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 cup heavy creamSalt and pepper, to taste1/2 tsp … Read more

Stuffed Seafood Soup Bread Bowl

Introduction When it comes to comfort food, few dishes are as satisfying as a rich, creamy seafood soup served in an edible bread bowl. The Stuffed Seafood Soup Bread Bowl is a culinary masterpiece that combines the heartiness of sourdough bread with the luscious, flavorful warmth of a seafood-filled soup. This dish delivers a symphony … Read more

Strawberry Cheesecake Donuts with Crunch 

IngredientsFor the Donuts: 2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup granulated sugar2 tsp baking powder1/4 tsp salt1/2 cup milk1/4 cup sour cream2 large eggs1 tsp vanilla extract1/4 cup unsalted butter, meltedFor the Cheesecake Filling:8 oz cream cheese, softened1/2 cup powdered sugar1 tsp vanilla extract1/4 cup strawberry jamFor the Strawberry Glaze:1 cup powdered sugar2–3 tbsp strawberry puree (blend … Read more