Author: Ken
Dinner
Beef and Shells — An easy one-pan meal
Does summer have you running your head off? Here’s a way to get dinner on the table in less than an hour while only...
Condiments
Ranchero Sauce
This flavorful sauce goes well on everything from fried potatoes to tacos to barbecue to fried eggs....
Copycat
Dinner
Lunch
“Canned” Meatballs
Forget canned pasta! You can make your own pretty easily! This is a great recipe for your kids to help with. (Also, you can...
Reviews
Tai Pei Potstickers
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PkFtBWmP3HY I love Chinese food, and we have a few good (although somewhat beyond my budget) Chinese restaurants in my area. (We also have...
Dinner
Slow Cooker
Slow Cooker Scalloped Potatoes
An easy way to make scalloped potatoes without heating up the entire kitchen!...
Seasoning Blends
Salt-Free Cajun Seasoning Blend
Most commercial cajun seasoning blends are mostly salt. Make your own for more flavor, less salt, and less cost....
Appetizers
Ham Spread
An easy to make appetizer that makes any party special. Easy and delicious — perfect for any party!...
Food Science
The BEST way to store celery!
Somebody mentioned wrapping your celery in foil, and it actually works! https://youtu.be/fqBOBv_jEMw...
Dinner
Homemade Pizza Sauce
Nothing can be easier than homemade pizza sauce. As a bonus, it’s also a great dipping sauce for breadsticks! Simple ingredients lead to a...
Dinner
Spicy Winter Vegetable Soup
Spicy, warm, filling, and so nutritious! When you need something filling and spicy that is not chili...
Dinner
Easy Enchiladas
Easy enchiladas start with easy enchilada sauce, and then just adding layers like a lasagna. Don't have enchilada sauce? No problems!...
Instant Pot
Side Dishes
Instant Pot Refried Beans
I wrote it down! Here’s the recipe (and technique): Quick and easy — no mashing needed...
Condiments
Jezebel Sauce
A sauce from the southern United States, perfect for ham, burgers, or even for serving with crackers and cream cheese...
Dinner
Side Dishes
Special Occasion Scalloped Potatoes
Lots of work, but definitely worth it! Need a knock-their-socks-off dish for your next family get together? Look no further!...
Dinner
Lunch
Chuckwagon Beans
Easy, satisfying, and completely meat-free. Easy, tasty, and best of all they're good for both you and your budget....
Dinner
Slow Cooker
Country Slow Cooker Casserole
It’s really a stew, but the slow cooker takes care of most of the work. An easy hearty meal with stuff you have in...
Reviews
Food Review: Maruchan Hot & Spicy Shrimp Ramen Noodle Soup
Hello everybody! Here we go again! Here’s a scan of the front of the box. I have to admit, these products really do look...
Reviews
Food Review: Maruchan Lime Chili Flavor with Shrimp Ramen Noodle Soup
Hello everybody! This is hopefully the first of many food reviews here. You can watch the video at the end of this post. Here’s...