Sam’s Instant Pot Carnitas

CARNITAS (Instant Pot) 3 pounds boneless pork shoulder/Boston butt, cut in 1 1/2-inch pieces (I had a 4lb butt, but after trimming the fat it was closer to 3lbs) 1 pound pork belly, cut in1-inch pieces ½ cup chicken stock or broth 1 Tbs. salt 1 tsp. black pepper 1... Read More.

Jodi’s Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup

Jodi's Chicken Noodle Soup (IP and Stove Top versions) Ingredients 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts  (feel free to do boneless skinless thighs too) 3 ribs of celery, sliced 3 large carrots, sliced 1-2 tablespoons butter (i may use more next time for more flavor) ... Read More.

Pork Roast in the Instant Pot

1 pork roast 2 cups water OR chicken broth ( I used 1 cup of each) 1 & ½ tsp salt 1 & ½ tsp pepper 1 tsp onion powder 2 tbsp. olive oil (divided) 1 small onion, sliced into quarters About 3 garlic cloves –sliced or minced In a small bowl,... Read More.

The 12 Best Dips of Christmas Past

1. Santa's Sweet Smores Dip 1 cup milk chocolate chips 2 tablespoons milk 2 cups marshmallows, divided graham crackers for serving Combine chocolate chips, milk and 1½ cups of marshmallows in a sauce pan. Heat over medium low and stir until melted and smooth. Pour into... Read More.

Make It, Take It – 2018

Murphy's Cheese Straws 1/2 cup butter 1 1/2 cups flour 16 oz grated sharp cheddar cheese 1 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon red pepper Mix all ingredients in food processor. Layout flat in ungreased cookie sheet. Flatten and cut into strips. Bake 375 for 12-15 minutes or until edges are firm, not... Read More.

MSJ Family Secret Sides

Holly Clegg's Spinach and Artichoke Casserole/Dip 1 onion, chopped 1/3 cup all-purpose flour 2 cups skim milk 1 teaspoon minced garlic 2 (10 ounce) boxes frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained 4 ounces Brie cheese, rind removed and cubed 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and... Read More.

JIF Peanut Butter Monster Cookies

INGREDIENTS 1/4 cup Crisco® All-Vegetable Shortening 1/4 cup butter, softened 2/3 cup sugar 2/3 cup firmly packed brown sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup Jif® Extra Crunchy Peanut Butter 2 large eggs 1/4 cup water 1/2 cup Pillsbury BEST™ All Purpose Flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 4 cups quick rolled oats 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips 1... Read More.

Pizza Week!

Quick and Easy Pizza Crust Click here to listen to MSJ talk about this easy pizza crust. 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast 1 teaspoon white sugar 1 cup warm water (110 degrees F/ 45 degrees... Read More.

Game Day Grub 2018

Easy Layered Taco Dip 1 block of cream cheese, softened (or 1 small tub of whipped cream cheese) 2 cups of sour cream I dry packet of taco seasoning 1 diced tomato 1 small jar of sliced black olives 1 handful of sliced green onions 1 small sliced jalapeno (optional) 1 cup... Read More.

Healthy Bedtime Snacks

We all know how difficult it is to resist reaching into the fridge on the way to the bed. Hopefully, you can fill your fridge with some of these light snacks that will be better for you and your sleep. According to Cooking Light Popcorn One... Read More.

Recipe: Stuffed Zucchini Boats

We've been a little obsessed with Zucchini lately if you haven't heard. So if you don't feel the same way we do about it, here's a recipe that will hopefully get you on the boat with us. Sausage-Stuffed Zucchini Boats According to Food Network Ingredients 4 medium... Read More.