GOOD FOODIE

One Pan Pasta with Ground Beef and Cheese

noreply@blogger.com (Keith) — Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000

Mug Cake

noreply@blogger.com (Keith) — Mon, 08 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Tasty Pasta

noreply@blogger.com (Keith) — Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Creamy Chicken Pot Pie

noreply@blogger.com (Keith) — Fri, 22 Aug 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Banana and Cocoa Cake

noreply@blogger.com (Keith) — Tue, 10 Jun 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Cobb Salad With Pears

noreply@blogger.com (Keith) — Wed, 02 Apr 2025 04:00:00 +0000

INGREDIENTS:

For the salad:

2 canned pear halves

6 cups mesclun mix baby greens

1/2 tbs Parmesan cheese

1 1/3 cups carrots, grated

3 tbs walnuts

For the dressing:

1/4 cup pear juice

1/4 tsp cider vinegar

1/4 tsp honey

1/4 tsp dijon mustard

1 dash salt and black pepper

1/4 tsp extra virgin olive oil

DIRECTIONS:

For the dressing, mix pear juice, vinegar, honey, mustard and salt and pepper and olive oil in a blender.

Put mixed greens in large mixing bowl, drizzle dressing over greens and mix together.

Add remaining chopped pear, walnuts and grated carrots and toss lightly.

Portion out 1 cup of salad and top with 1/2 tbs grated Parmesan cheese.

Makes 6 servings.

Frying Pan Hot Dogs

noreply@blogger.com (Keith) — Tue, 01 Apr 2025 13:11:00 +0000

Easy Pizza

noreply@blogger.com (Keith) — Tue, 04 Mar 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Chicken Lasagna

noreply@blogger.com (Keith) — Tue, 11 Feb 2025 05:00:00 +0000

A New Look At Oven Baked Chicken

noreply@blogger.com (Keith) — Fri, 24 Jan 2025 19:32:00 +0000

Mom's Rum Cake

noreply@blogger.com (Keith) — Mon, 23 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000

INGREDIENTS:

1 (18.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix

1 (3.5 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix

4 eggs

½ cup water

½ cup vegetable oil

½ cup rum

½ cup chopped pecans

3 tablespoons butter

¼ cup water

1 cup white sugar

½ cup rum

DIRECTIONS:

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease and flour one 10 inch tube pan.

Combine cake mix and pudding mix.

In another bowl beat eggs, water, oil and rum until frothy. Add cake mix/pudding mixture and beat until well mixed. Spread pecans evenly over the bottom of the prepared pan and pour batter over pecans.

Bake cake at 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) for 60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out dry when inserted in the center. Allow to cool in pan for 5 minutes and remove from pan. Place in serving dish immediately, right side up. (Pecans should be on the bottom)

To Make Glaze: During the last 15 to 20 minutes of baking time, combine butter or margarine, water and sugar in a sauce pan and bring to boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium and boil rapidly until it's very thick and syrupy stirring very frequently. The syrup must be reduced quite a bit and very thick otherwise it will make the cake mushy. Remove from heat and add rum. While cake is still hot, poke holes all over top of cake with a toothpick and spoon glaze over top of cake. Allow cake to sit at room temperature for one day then refrigerate.

ENJOY!

Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake

noreply@blogger.com (Keith) — Sun, 22 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Here is a great new Holiday dessert-Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake

INGREDIENTS:

1 box lemon cake mix

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

2 cans (21 oz each) lemon pie filling

1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened

DIRECTIONS:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Spread the lemon pie filling evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

Cut the softened cream cheese into small cubes and scatter them over the lemon pie filling.

Sprinkle the dry lemon cake mix evenly over the cream cheese and pie filling layers.

Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the top of the dry cake mix.

Bake for 40-45 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.

Allow the cake to cool slightly before serving.

Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cooking Time: 45 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes Kcal: 350 kcal | Servings: 12 servings

ENJOY!

Holiday Punch

noreply@blogger.com (Keith) — Sat, 21 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Here is a refreshing drink for the Holidays- Gum Drop Christmas Punch.....Check it out-

INGREDIENTS-

3 cups cranberry juice 🍒

2 cups orange juice 🍊

1 cup pineapple juice 🍍

1 cup ginger ale 🥤

1/2 cup grenadine (for extra sweetness and color)

🍷 Ice cubes ❄️

GARNISH-

Gumdrops

Orange slices

Rosemary sprigs

DIRECTIONS-:

1. Combine Juices: In a large punch bowl, mix cranberry juice, orange juice, pineapple juice, and grenadine.

Stir well to blend the flavors.

2. Add the Fizz: Just before serving, pour in the ginger ale and add ice for a fizzy and chilled finish.

3. Garnish: Decorate the punch with gumdrops on skewers, orange slices, and rosemary sprigs for a festive and colorful touch.

Sweet, fizzy, and full of holiday spirit—this punch is a showstopper for your Christmas celebration!

ENJOY!

The Potato That Is Better Than Meat

noreply@blogger.com (Keith) — Wed, 04 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Vinegar Dumplings

noreply@blogger.com (Keith) — Tue, 03 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Instant Coffee with Corn Starch

noreply@blogger.com (Keith) — Thu, 07 Nov 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Delicious Bread Pudding

noreply@blogger.com (Keith) — Wed, 06 Nov 2024 21:10:00 +0000

The Best Way To Make Scrambled Eggs

noreply@blogger.com (Keith) — Mon, 28 Oct 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Do you want your scrambled eggs to be aromatic, fluffy, and delightful in taste?

Although it is one of the simplest breakfast dishes, it's very easy to make a mistake that causes the dish to lose its flavor.

Scrambled eggs are a very common breakfast choice that provides us with a good portion of protein in the morning. While it seems that a recipe isn't necessary for such a simple process, it's important to remember that even one mistake can ruin the taste of scrambled eggs.

Don't want to ruin your scrambled eggs? Never add this

How do you make perfect scrambled eggs? If you're aiming for a delicious breakfast, you must consider the ingredients that can impact the dish's final taste. Milk should never be added to scrambled eggs. Although it enhances many other dishes, in this case, it will spoil the taste of your breakfast. Why?

Milk won't aerate the scrambled eggs or make the dish creamy. The only outcome will be that the eggs will start to steam instead of fry, which may result in a dish that doesn't resemble scrambled eggs at all.

The best additions to scrambled eggs If you want to diversify the classic scrambled egg version, try adding a little butter.

Another interesting addition that will bring out a different taste from the dish is curry. In that case, it's worth preparing scrambled eggs with pre-sautéed onions and also adding your favourite vegetables, such as cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, olives, or fresh spinach leaves. (I wouldn't do that...but to each his or her own)

Many people also appreciate the classic version of scrambled eggs with onions and bacon. In the fall season, mushrooms are the star additions—lightly stewed chanterelles with chopped chives are popular.

Pot Roast Over Mashed Potatoes

noreply@blogger.com (Keith) — Thu, 10 Oct 2024 04:00:00 +0000

The perfect Fall afternoon meal!

INGREDIENTS:

For the Pot Roast:

3-4 lbs beef chuck roast

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 onion, diced

3 cloves garlic, minced

4 carrots, peeled and cut into chunks

4 celery stalks, cut into chunks

2 cups beef broth

2 tablespoons tomato paste

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

1 teaspoon dried thyme

1 teaspoon dried rosemary

Salt and pepper, to taste For the Mashed Potatoes: 2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks

4 tablespoons unsalted butter

1/2 cup heavy cream (or milk) Salt and pepper, to taste Chopped parsley, for garnish (optional)

DIRECTIONS:

1. Sear the Pot Roast:

Season the Roast: Generously season the beef chuck roast with salt and pepper.

Heat Oil: In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the Beef: Brown the roast on all sides for about 3-4 minutes per side to develop a crust. Remove and set aside.

2. Cook the Pot Roast: Sauté Veggies: In the same skillet, add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened. Add garlic and cook for another minute. Add Liquids and Seasonings: Pour in the beef broth , tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and rosemary. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.

Cook Roast: Return the seared beef to the pot, cover, and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 3-4 hours on the stovetop (or cook in a preheated oven at 300°F for 3-4 hours) until the roast is fork-tender.

3. Make the Mashed Potatoes: Boil Potatoes: While the roast is cooking, place the potatoes in a pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and Mash: Drain the potatoes, then mash with butter and heavy cream until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

4. Serve: Shred the Pot Roast: Once the pot roast is done, remove it from the pot and shred it with two forks. Serve the pot roast over a generous helping of creamy mashed potatoes, spooning the vegetables and broth over the top. Garnish: Sprinkle with chopped parsley, if desired. This Pot Roast over Mashed Potatoes is the ultimate comfort food, full of tender beef, savory vegetables, and creamy mashed potatoes.

Perfect for cold days or family gatherings! 🍖🥔✨ENJOY!

Garlic Butter Steak Bites

noreply@blogger.com (Keith) — Wed, 09 Oct 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Now this appeals to a meat and potatoes man like me..

INGREDIENTS:

1 lb steak, cut into bite-sized pieces

3 tbsp butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 tbsp olive oil

Salt and pepper, to taste

2 tbsp fresh parsley,

chopped 4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed

1/2 cup milk

1/4 cup butter

Additional salt and pepper, to taste

DIRECTIONS:

Prepare the Mash: Boil the cubed potatoes in salted water until tender. Drain the water.

Add 1/4 cup of butter, milk, and salt and pepper to the potatoes.

Mash the mixture until it becomes creamy and smooth.

Cook the Steak Bites:

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

Season the steak bites with salt and pepper, then fry them for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they are well-browned.

Remove from skillet and set aside.

In the same skillet, add 3 tbsp of butter and the minced garlic.

Sauté for about 1 minute until the garlic is fragrant.

Return the steak bites to the skillet.

Toss them in the garlic butter and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.

Serve: Spoon the creamy mashed potatoes onto plates. Top with the garlic butter steak bites. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

Prep Time: 10 mins | Cooking Time: 25 mins | Total Time: 35 mins | Servings: 4 | Kcal: 550

ENJOY!

Cheesy Stuffed Spinach Shells

noreply@blogger.com (Keith) — Tue, 08 Oct 2024 16:00:00 +0000

Here is a nice early fall special you can prepare.

INGREDIENTS:

1 box jumbo pasta shells -

1 tablespoon olive oil -

2 cups ricotta cheese -

2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided -

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese -

1 egg, lightly beaten -

1 teaspoon garlic powder -

1 teaspoon dried basil -

1 teaspoon dried oregano -

1/4 teaspoon salt -

1/4 teaspoon black pepper -

10 oz frozen spinach, thawed and drained -

3 cups marinara sauce

DIRECTIONS:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

3. In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

4. Stir in the thawed and drained spinach until evenly distributed.

5. Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.

6. Stuff each cooked pasta shell with the cheese and spinach mixture and place them in the baking dish.

7. Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the stuffed shells and sprinkle the top with the remaining 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese.

8. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.

9. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

10. Let the dish cool for a few minutes before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 35 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes

ENJOY!

Chicken in a Pressure Cooker

noreply@blogger.com (Keith) — Mon, 30 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Homemade Ice Cream With Strawberries

noreply@blogger.com (Keith) — Sun, 29 Sep 2024 20:32:00 +0000

Coconut Pudding

noreply@blogger.com (Keith) — Mon, 19 Aug 2024 10:00:00 +0000

Red Snapper and Grits..

noreply@blogger.com (Keith) — Wed, 07 Aug 2024 04:00:00 +0000

I don't eat seafood, but my wife does enjoy it....and for you others who partake...This one is for you.

INGREDIENTS:

For the grits: -

🥣 1 cup stone-ground grits -

💧 4 cups water -

🥛 1 cup heavy cream -

🧀 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese -

🧂 Salt and pepper to taste

For the seafood:

- 🐟 2 red snapper fillets -

🍤 12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined -

🌶 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning -

🫒 2 tbsp olive oil -

🧂 Salt and pepper to taste

For the Cajun cream sauce: -

🧈 2 tbsp unsalted butter -

🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced -

🍗 1/2 cup chicken broth -

🥛 1 cup heavy cream -

🌶 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning -

🧀 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese -

🌿 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

DIRECTIONS:

1. Prepare the grits: -

🔥 In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil. -

🥣 Slowly add the grits, stirring constantly. -

🔪 Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring occasionally, until the grits are thick and creamy, about 20-25 minutes. -

🥛 Stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese. -

🧂 Season with salt and pepper to taste. Keep warm.

2. Prepare the seafood: -

🧂 Season the red snapper fillets and shrimp with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. -

🫒 Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. -

🐟 Cook the red snapper fillets for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and flaky. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

- 🍤 In the same skillet, cook the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until pink and opaque. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

3. Prepare the Cajun cream sauce: -

🧈 In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. - 🧄 Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. -

🍗 Add the chicken broth, heavy cream, and Cajun seasoning. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the sauce thickens slightly. -

🧀 Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley. - 🧂 Season with salt and pepper to taste.

4. Assemble the dish: -

🍽 Divide the grits among serving plates. -

🐟 Top with the red snapper fillets and shrimp. -

🌶 Drizzle the Cajun cream sauce over the top. -

🌿 Garnish with additional parsley if desired.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes Kcal: 650 kcal | Servings: 4 servings

ENJOY!!!