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Grandpa’s Popcorn Balls

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Great, Great Grandpa Apell had a huge farm in Illinois with prize-winning corn. He made Popcorn Balls for all the Grandkids at Christmastime. He lived to be 106 and claimed workin’ the farm and eatin’ corn was the secret! This recipe is delicious! Ingredients 2 cups white sugar 1 cup light corn syrup ½ cup butter ¼ cup water salt to taste 1 teaspoon vanilla […]

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Baked Flounder with Panko and Parmesan

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This flounder recipe is simple and tasty. Serve with vegetables, a tossed salad, or rice. Ingredients 4 (4 ounce) flounder fillets 4 tablespoons butter, melted, divided 1 cup panko bread crumbs ⅔ cup grated Parmesan cheese ½ teaspoon salt 1 pinch dried thyme ground black pepper to taste Directions Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease a large, shallow baking dish. Lay […]

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Rhubarb Bread

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This rhubarb bread recipe will turn one of the wonderful gifts of spring into a delicious treat for the whole family. Ingredients 1 cup milk 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 ¾ cups brown sugar, divided ⅔ cup vegetable oil 1 large egg 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 ½ cups chopped rhubarb ½ cup chopped walnuts ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 tablespoon butter, melted Directions Preheat the oven to 325 […]

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Chocolate Zucchini Bread I

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A moist scrumptious bread with chocolate and spices that even the kids will love. It’s a great way to use up all of those extra zucchinis in your garden! Ingredients 2 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate 3 eggs 2 cups white sugar 1 cup vegetable oil 2 cups grated zucchini 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 […]

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Corn Salsa! Grab your chips and dip!

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INGREDIENTS ▢2 c. corn charred or grilled ▢1/2 c. diced purple onion ▢1 1/2 Tbsp fresh lime juice ▢2 vine ripened tomatoes seeded & diced ▢1/4 c. chopped cilantro ▢1 clove garlic minced ▢1/2 tsp kosher salt ▢1/4 tsp ground black pepper COOK MODEPrevent your screen from going dark INSTRUCTIONS Mix all ingredients in bowl. Chill or serve immediately. TIPS Expert Tips! Grilling Corn – Husk the corn and remove all silk. Light brush […]

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MERMAID DIP

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INGREDIENTS 8 oz package cream cheese, room temperature ½ c. powdered sugar 7 ounce container marshmallow cream 1 tsp vanilla extract 8 ounce container frozen whipped topping, thawed Food coloring in pink, green, red, and blue (mix blue and red to make purple) Various sprinkles INSTRUCTIONS In a mixing bowl beat the cream cheese until […]

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Crock Pot Creamed Corn

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INGREDIENTS ▢32 oz frozen corn thawed ▢8 oz cream cheese cubed ▢3/4 c. cheddar cheese shredded ▢1/4 c. butter melted ▢1/2 c. heavy whipping cream ▢1/2 tsp salt ▢1/4 tsp pepper about:blankHeading: Change block type or styleChange alignmentChange text alignment INSTRUCTIONS In a 4 qt slow cooker combine all ingredients. Stir to combine. Cook, covered, on low 3-4 hours or until warmed through and cheese is melted. Stir just before serving. mapped_template TIPS […]

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Peach Dump Cake

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Ingredients   2 (29-ounce) cans sliced peaches in syrup ¾ teaspoon cinnamon 1 box vanilla cake mix ¾ cup butter, melted Instructions  Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Dump one can of peaches into the baking dish. Drain the liquid from the other can and add the peaches to the baking dish. Sprinkle cinnamon evenly over the peaches. […]

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Smoked Cinnamon Sugar Pretzels

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INGREDIENTS ▢12 ounces Butter Snaps Pretzels ▢½ cup Stick Butter 1 stick ▢¾ cup Sugar ▢2 Tablespoons Ground Cinnamon INSTRUCTIONS Preheat your pellet smoker to 225 degrees F according to manufacturer’s directions. We recommend using a fruit flavored wood pellet like cherry or apple for the best results. In a small bowl, mix together the cinnamon and sugar, set aside. Place the butter in […]

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Crack Chicken {Crockpot}

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INGREDIENTS ▢2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts ▢1 oz packet ranch seasoning mix ▢2 packages cream cheese 8 oz each, cubed ▢2.8 oz bacon bits ▢1 c. shredded cheddar cheese INSTRUCTIONS Spray crock pot with non stick spray. Place the chicken breasts on the bottom of the crock pot. Top with ranch seasoning and cubed cream cheese. Cook on low 6-8 hours or on High […]