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Steak Shish Kabobs, Marinated

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Be sure to cut the pieces of steak into the same size pieces so they cook at the same rate. The recipe says the prep takes 3 hours and 10 minutes. However, 3 hours of that time is marinating the meat which give you time to have a favorite cocktail.

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Steak Shish Kabobs, Marinated

Prep Time3 hours 11 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4

Ingredients

Marinade

  • 1 cup soy sauce
  • ½ cup white vinegar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup onion diced
  • 2 TBL vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp garlic minced
  • 1 tsp ginger ground
  • salt and pepper to taste

Other Ingredients

  • 2 pound sirloin cut into bite sized pieces (can also use flank steak)
  • 1 medium red onion cut into bite sized pieces
  • 1 medium green bell pepper cut into bite sized pieces
  • 8 ounce mushrooms cut into bite sized pieces
  • 8 shish kabob skewers

Instructions

  • Whisk all marinade ingredients together in a bowl or container. Place pieces of steak in the marinade and pierce with a fork to allow juices to soak into the meat. Cover and store in the refrigerator for at least three hours (the longer the better!).
  • Let skewers soak in water for up to 30 minutes before grilling to prevent them from burning. After meat has marinated, slide alternating pieces of meat, onion, bell pepper and mushrooms onto skewers. Heat grill to medium-high heat and grill for 8-10 minutes until done.

Sweet Potato Fries in the Air Fryer

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Do your best to cut the sweet potato into evenly sized strips. They will all cook at hte same rate that way. Don’t skip adding the cornstarch – it’s the secret to getting crispy fries. The dipping sauce can be used for more than just fries.

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Sweet Potato Fries, Air Fryer

Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 2

Ingredients

Sweet Potato Fries

  • 1 medium sweet potato
  • 1 TBL canola oil
  • t TBL cornstarch
  • 1/2 tsp Kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/8 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/8 tsp paprika ground

Dipping Sauce

  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1 tsp worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp honey can also use sugar

Instructions

Sweet Potato Fries

  • Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F
  • Cut sweet potato into 1/2 inch wide fries. Soak for 10 minutes in cold water. Drain and completely dry before placing in a bowl with canola oil; toss to coat. Lightly dust with corn starch before seasoning with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika; mix until all fries are evenly coated.
  • Working in batches if necessary, place an even layer of fries in the air fryer basket. Cook in the preheated air fryer until golden brown, about 10 minutes. Repeat to cook remaining fries.

Dipping Sauce

  • Thoroughly mix all of the dipping sauce ingredients

Chicken Bacon Caesar Bubble-Up Bake

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Lori rated this recipe very, very, good and Carl thought it was excellent. Try the recipe for yourself and let me know your rating.

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Chicken Bacon Caesar Bubble-up Bake

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time50 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8

Ingredients

  • 8 oz container garlic & herbs spreadable cheese
  • 1/2 cup Caesar salad dressing
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 can Pillsbury Grands Flaky Layers Buttermilk biscuits 16.3 oz can, 8 biscuits, refrigerated
  • 2 cup rotisserie chicken chopped
  • 3/4 cup bacon cooked and chopped
  • 2 cup spinach fresh, coarsely chopped
  • 2 cup Italian cheese blend shredded (8 oz)

Instructions

  • Bring biscuit dough to room temperature. Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13×9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, mix spreadable cheese, Caesar dressing, water and pepper with whisk. Separate dough into 8 biscuits; cut each into sixths, and add to bowl, mixing until incorporated.
  • Add chicken, half of the bacon, the spinach, and 1 cup of cheese to the biscuit mixture; fold in until mixed well.
  • Spoon mixture into baking dish; top with remaining 1 cup cheese and remaining bacon.
  • Bake 33 to 37 minutes or until deep golden brown and biscuits are baked through.

Buttermilk Cornbread

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This side dish is extremely moist and slightly sweet. Even better, it is easy to throw together. It is a good use of left over buttermilk for other recipes. You could consider buttermilk pie as well.

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Buttermilk Cornbread

A good use for leftover buttermilk
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 4 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 2 cup buttermilk reduced fat
  • 1 large egg
  • 6 TBL unsalted butter melted and divided

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Place an oven-proof 10-inch cast iron skillet in the oven.
  • In a large bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder and salt.
  • In a large glass measuring cup or another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, egg and 3 tablespoons butter. Pour mixture over dry ingredients and stir using a rubber spatula just until moist.
  • Remove skillet from the oven and add remaining 3 tablespoons until heated through, about 1-2 minutes.
  • Working carefully, immediately scoop the batter into the hot skillet. Place into oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a tester inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool 5 minutes.
  • Serve warm.

Spaghetti Bolognese

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During the COVID pandemic in 2020 Chef Jyll from Gather on Broadway had to change her business model. Gathering was not an option. She opted to created recipes, measure out the ingredients, and offer them to the public to cook at home. This recipe was one of our favorites.

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Spaghetti Bolognese

This recipe comes from Chef Jyll at Gather on Broadway in Green Bay WI
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Bolognese
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 2 TBL olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 1 stalk celery chopped fine
  • 1 large carrot chopped fine
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 4 clove garlic minced
  • 1/2 pound ground beef
  • 1 pound ground Italian sausage
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 3 1/2 cup crushed tomatoes
  • 3 TBL tomato paste
  • 1/2 cup dry red wine cheap is fine
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 2 pound spaghetti dry

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • In a large pot or dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the onion, carrot, celery and salt and cook until softened and onions have become translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, ground beef and Italian sausage and cook, stirring to break up the sausage and beef combine everything well. Once the meat has browned and cooked through all the way, add the pepper flakes, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste and red wine. Reduce and add beef broth. Stir well to combine and bring to a simmer. Cover and simmer for at least 20 minutes.
  • After the sauce has simmered for at least 20 minutes, drop the pasta in the boiling water and cook until el-dente, 9-11 minutes. Drain and serve with sauce
Chopped Salad

Chopped Salad

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There are lots of ingredients in this salad but they all work well together.

Chopped Salad
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Chopped Salad

Course: Salad
Servings: 6

Ingredients

Balsamic Vinaigrette (can also use store bought)

  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 TBL Dijon mustard heaping
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup canola oil

Salad

  • 3 cup Romaine lettuce chopped, about two heads
  • 15 cherry tomatoes cut in half
  • 1/2 cup red beans rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup chickpeas rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup kalamata olives pitted and coarsely chopped
  • 3/4 cup white cheddar cheese 1/2 inch cubes, about 3 ounces
  • 3/4 cup Monterey Jack cheese 1/2 inch cubes, about 3 ounces

Instructions

  • In a blender, or if making by hand, in a bowl with a wire whisk, blend the vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth. With the motor running, slowly add the oil and blend until emulsified.
  • Toss the lettuce, tomatoes, beans, chickpeas, olives, and cheeses together in a large bowl and dress lightly with the balsamic vinaigrette.

Shrimp Boil

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The recipe is super, super simple. The Old Bay Seasoning adds a nice flavor.

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Shrimp Boil Seasonings

Course: Main Course

Ingredients

  • 1 pound shrimp raw with shells
  • 1/4 cup Old Bay Seasoning
  • 1 TBL butter

Instructions

  • Bring 3-4 quarts of water to a boil. Add Old Bay Seasoning and butter. Add shrimp (thaw if necessary) and boil for 4 1/2 minutes. Cool before peeling and serving.