Smoked Gouda Mac and Cheese by dp

Everyone will thank you for this one make double if you have big eaters this has never failed me .... This is a very heavy, creamy filling side dish that everyone will love thank you for looking Enjoy

Almost A Borscht Soup by Glenn

I wanted a hearty soup for lunch and had a left-over half head of boiled cabbage. What else could I do but go wild adding borschtish ingredients until I almost lost track. Bottom line, if you don't have an ingredient just leave it out or substitute something else. Have fun and be surprised, like I was, that this came out tasting…

"Cheezy" Kale Chips & Mojitos by Kiki Thompson

Cowgirl's Cowboy Caviar by Smokinhotchef

Packed with zing and superfood ingredients, this take on Cowboy Caviar is sure to please. Super fresh ingredients send this recipe from a trot to an all out gallop! Not to mention it's vegetarian and delicious! Sometimes those two words don't go hand in hand. This is a fabulous supplement to any tex-mex meal or side-car to chicken…

Herb Flecked Venison Burgers by Smokinhotchef

One of the best things about rural country living is the access and availability of wild game. Venison nourished the early settlers and Indians in days of olde. Venision makes for a terrific meal and it is a sustainable food source. Lean and earthy, venison can be substituted for any red meat and cut as well! As a part of my live…

Italian Flag Roasted Chicken by Smokinhotchef

This is another wonderful roasted chicken with a myriad of delectables stuffed under the skin and inside the bird itself. The name comes from the red sundried tomatoes, the white garlic and the choice selection of fresh green herbs blended with butter and distributed underneath the skin in delicious complex harmony. This is a quicker…

Zucchini Tart w/ Sun-dried Tomatoes and Anchovies by Smokinhotchef

I have created another recipe using zucchini and it is quite tasty. This recipe is great for brunch or lite dinner with salad and has a tender flaky crust. The zucchini pairs wonderfully with the sun-dried tomatoes and anchovies. Easy to make and appealing to the eye with a classic charm and garden freshness.!! I hope you enjoy my…

Roasted Garlic Garlic Bread by Smokinhotchef

Garlic, as many of us know is a super-food and ingredient all in it's own. Rich in antioxidants, garlic is also super for maintaining heart health and blood pressure. Garlic also has anti-bacterial as well as antiseptic properties. Providing robust flavor and body to dishes, garlic should be in any home cook's pantry. Always go…

Macaroni Salad Primavera by Smokinhotchef

Bursting with garden fresh veggie flavors and color, this salad is great for on the go and complements any meal indoors or out!!

Grub Rubbed and Smoked Corned Beef Brisket by Smokinhotchef

This recipe turned out fabulous even though I used a corned beef brisket instead of the traditional brisket. I created a wonderful spice blend especially for grilled meats and coined it Neillio's Grub Rub. Let the brisket marinate in the rub for 1/2 day to 24 hours. I used both the grill and the oven for this recipe and feel great…

EZ Lasagna My Way by Glenn

I have a love-hate relationship with lasagna. I hate the difficulty of making it and I usually don't like the taste of fresh lasagna right out of the oven. I love re-heated lasagna (even if you re-heat in in a microwave parching machine). Something tastes better the second time around. So here it is my EZ (Easy is just too…

Tembleque (Coconut Custard) by Kiki Thompson

Guest Post by Anthony Thompson This weeks post is different and special at the same time. I asked my other half to do a guest post. Anthony has been to many parts of the world including Puerto Rico. He lived there for nearly 2 years and has grown to love the food, people, and the culture. So, being that this weeks recipe comes from…

Homemade Chocolate Milk Shakes by Jennifer Sikora

A frugal way to make a homemade chocolate milk shake when you don't have any ice cream on hand. You will not believe how delicious these shakes are!

Jam Oat Bars by Amy Anderson

A delicious easy fall dessert.

Two Bean Cheddar Bacon Dip w/ Roasted Garlic by Smokinhotchef

Packed with vitamins, minerals, protein and flavor, this dip is a great way to stock pile on nutrition. Quick and easy to make from pantry ingredients and exploding with zeal. Try this dip cold, at room temperature or warmed. Whatever your preference,this dip stands up to the challenge.