Best Big & Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies

You COULD bake for Mom, for a Valentines Day surprise, or you COULD bring these to a teacher! Enjoy. 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted 1 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup white sugar ... Read More.

Back In The Groove Food – 2019

Great recipes to get you back on track with a healthy fresh start to the new year. Jodi’s Chicken Noodle Soup (Instant Pot) Ingredients 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts  (feel free to do boneless skinless thighs too) 3 ribs of celery, sliced 3 large carrots, sliced ... Read More.

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.