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Marinara Sauce
By PineyCook
Saute onions in olive oil on medium-high heat until browned and translucent, approx
- 2-3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, finely diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup strong red wine (like chianti)
- 2 28-oz cans good quality crushed tomatoes (like Tutto Rosso or San Marzano)
- approx.
- 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh Italian parsley, basil, thyme, and/or oregano, divided
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper (or to taste)
Bruschetta Chicken
By PineyCook
In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil and balsamic vinegar
- 1 lb chicken breast, boneless and skinless cut into serving pieces and pounded 1/2-inch thick
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 1 ⁄2 cup breadcrumbs
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
- 1 ⁄8 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 ⁄8 teaspoon onion salt
- 1 large tomato, chopped
- salt, to taste
- pepper, to taste
- mozzarella cheese, shredded for topping
Pernil Asado (Roast Pork Shoulder)
By PineyCook
Mix juice, vinegar, sugar, salt, pepper, oil, oregano, cumin, and garlic in a bowl; set marinade aside
- 1 cup fresh orange juice
- 1/2 cup red wine vinegar
- 1/3 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/4 cup kosher salt
- 1/4 cup ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp. olive oil
- 2 tbsp. dried oregano
- 2 tbsp. ground cumin
- 40 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 8-lb. bone-in, skin-on pork picnic shoulder
Mini Chicken Alfredo (aka Chicken Alfredo Shells)
By PineyCook
Preheat broiler with rack 5 inches from element
- Sauce:
- 24 dry jumbo pasta shells, (about 6 oz.)
- 2 Tbsp. olive oil
- 1 lb. boneless, skinless, chicken breast halves, seasoned with salt and pepper
- 1 1/2 c. heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 stick unsalted butter (8 Tbsp.)
- 1 1/2 c. grated Parmesan, divided
- 2 tsp. black pepper
- 4 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley, divided
Calico Beans
By PineyCook
Cook bacon in a saute pan
- 1/2 lb ground beef
- 1/2 lb bacon
- 1/2 c. onion, diced
- 1/2 c. ketchup
- 3/4 c. brown sugar
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. mustard
- 2 Tbsp vinegar
- 1 (28oz) can pork and beans
- 1 (15oz) can kidney beans
- 1 (15oz) can baby green lima beans
Shrimp and Grits
By PineyCook
First, peel and devein the shrimp
- Shrimp:
- 1 1/2 pounds (26-30 count) Wild Georgia Shrimp
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning (recommended: Tone's Louisiana Cajun seasoning)
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Grits:
- 2 cups water
- 2 chicken bouillon cubes (recommended: Knorr)
- 2 tablespoons butter or margarine
- 1 cup quick grits (recommended: Quaker)
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- 3 1/2 ounces extra-sharp Cheddar
- Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons butter or margarine
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce (recommended: Texas Pete)
- 1 slice sugar-cured country ham
Simple Strawberry Banana Ice Cream
By PineyCook
Place strawberries in a bowl or measuring cup, sprinkle with sugar and toss to combine
- 4 large bananas, frozen
- 4 cups strawberries, frozen
- 2 tablespoons sugar (or powdered stevia)
Crock Pot Maple Dijon Pork Chops
By PineyCook
Heat up the oil in a large skillet over high heat
- 2 large bone-in pork chops
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 2 tbsp dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup cider vinegar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp pepper
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
Blue Ribbon Apple Pie
By PineyCook
Heat oven to 400°F. Combine 2 cups flour, 1 teaspoon sugar, salt, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon and 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg i...
- Crust
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/3 cup cold Land O Lakes® Butter, cut into chunks
- 1/3 cup shortening
- 4 to 5 tablespoons cold water
- Filling
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 6 medium (6 cups) tart cooking apples, peeled, sliced 1/4-inch
- 1 tablespoon Land O Lakes® Butter
- 1 teaspoon sugar
Buffalo Chicken Dip Stuffed French Bread
By PineyCook
Mega flavorful Buffalo Chicken Dip Stuffed French Bread is your favorite creamy, cheesy, decadent dip baked right i
- 1 large loaf French bread or 2 smaller loafs
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 - 1/2 cup Frank’s Original Hot Sauce (1/2 for quite spicy)
- 1 1/2 tablespoons dry ranch dressing seasoning mix
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 blue cheese crumbles (up to 1/2 if you LOVE blue cheese)
- 1 cup freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese, separated
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, separated
- 3 packed cups (about 1 1/2 pounds) shredded chicken*
- Garnish (optional)
- 6 to 8 pieces cooked and crumbled bacon
- blue cheese (only if you love it)