Homemade Chicken, Sausage, & Shrimp Gumbo for Beginners by Wendi Taylor

Everyone loves Gumbo. No one likes to make it. But really, it isn't that difficult. I developed this (relatively) simple, totally from scratch recipe for all the Canjun food lovers who have been too intimidated to try making their own. You can use different meats if desired as long as you end up with approximately the same…

Garlic & Herb Home-style Mashed Potatoes by Wendi Taylor

Skin-on home-style mashed potatoes with garlic & herbs.

Smoked Salmon Dip by Lina Saleski

When you bought a big fillet of salmon from your local wholesale store and you aren't sure what to do with the remaining salmon......I smoked mine and put them in freezer. And make dips whenever I have guests over. If you want to, you can omit cucumber from the mix and provide it on a side as a garnish. You can also use different…

Ham, Turkey, Arugula, Fontina and Caramelized Onion Panini by Epicurean Mom

A few of my absolute favorite items are caramelized onions, fontina cheese and avocado. Today I was in the mood for all of these so I created this panini. If you like sandwiches with ham and turkey you'll go crazy for this panini!

Spinach Dip by Susan

This is a favorite in our family gatherings. It is from the box of the Knorrs Leek Soup Mix. If you don't have this mix, you can probably use any other dry leek soup mix.

Avocado Banana Milkshake by Organic Cocktail Recipes

Create a sweet and delicious milkshake. Using fresh organic avocado and banana as the base ingredients, this milkshake is sure to be a hit for everybody. Use yogurt instead of milk if you want a richer, creamier texture. If not, whole milk works just fine.

Mussels Manhattan by Cecelia Heer

A classic Manhattan is a fine drink, and our home bar is always well-stocked with bourbon, sweet vermouth, and bitters during the winter months (all other months, too). I adapted this recipe from executive chef Larry Tressler of Holland House Bar and Refuge in Nashville. The mussels are simmered in bourbon, sweet vermouth and…

Homemade Cheeseburger Hamburger Helper by Foodiewife

There are a few things I love about this recipe: It's is how easy it is to make, without fancy ingredients. It's a one-pan dinner (makes for less cleanup) and-- it's comforting and delicious. The big bonus...you made it yourself without any scary ingredients from a box! This tastes even better the next day, and makes a perfect…

Apple Cider Bacon Dressing by Tiffany

This is a great topping to a baby spinach salad with dried cranberries, candied pine nuts, bacon and goat cheese. Yum!

old fashion fudge by melissa allen

Test : drop a few drops of fudge from a spoon into a glass of tap water (cool) once the fudge forms a soft ball but firm ball, remove from burner.

Butter Bread Pudding by Cindy

Made this Bread pudding from left over bread.

South West Sloppy Joes by Dan Bishop

Combination of ground beef, chili powder,cumin and garlic to make a true South West treat. Quick and easy for a week night meal

Cooked Turkey Bacon for Your Nuwave/Flavorwave by Wendy Jarvis

Normally I like turkey bacon in the morning. Your Nuwave/Flavorwave is a great way to cook it! I like mine "well done"

Wisconsin Cheese Soup by Kathy Foster

Lemon Curd by Kathy Young

taste great all alone or as a pie!! we have it both way's!!