Heidi’s Shepherd’s Pie

2 lbs ground chuck 2 large onions, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 stalks celery, chopped 6 potatoes, cubed Salt and pepper Butter In heavy skillet, heat oil and butter, then add onions, garlic, celery, salt and pepper. Cook slowly until meat is done; about... Read More.

Jodi’s Homemade Mac & Cheese 2024

12 oz box of pasta (your choice of shape) 1 stick of butter 2 cups freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1 cup shredded cheese for topping, set aside 1/2 cup of shredded parmesan cheese (also for topping) 3 eggs 1/2 cup sour cream ... Read More.

12 Dips of Christmas 2023

1. Sam's Eggnog Dip 1 3.4 oz package vanilla instant pudding 1 cup egg nog 1 8oz container frozen whipped topping Pinch of nutmeg, cinnamon, etc. In a large bowl mix the pudding and egg nog. Sprinkle in nutmeg or cinnamon or neither or both…your... Read More.

Make It Take It Gift Ideas 2023

Sam's Bacon Onion Jam 1 pound bacon, diced 1 large yellow onion, diced 1 shallot, finely diced 2 cloves garlic, minced ½ cup brown sugar ¼ cup maple syrup ⅓ cup apple cider vinegar 1 teaspoon chili powder Dice up the whole package of bacon before cooking. Cook bacon in a... Read More.

Family Favorite Holiday Recipes 2023

These are our family favorite recipes for Thanksgiving dinner. You can set your entire table with this menu. Drinks Holiday Sangria Rose' wine Blood orange Italian sodaFrozen fruitMix equal parts Rose' wine, blood orange Italian soda, and frozen fruit. Delish!... Read More.

Jodi’s Pumpkin Bread

Ingredients 2 cups canned pumpkin (Jodi's modified this to 1-15 oz can of pumpkin) 3 cups sugar 1 cup water 1 cup vegetable oil 4 eggs 3 1/3 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 2 teaspoons cinnamon 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg 3/4 teaspoon... Read More.

Pecan Pie Brownies

BROWNIES 18 ounces box brownie mix (18 or 19 ounce) box, plus ingredients listed on box directions PECAN TOPPING ¼ cup unsalted butter melted ⅔ cup brown sugar 134 grams ⅓ cup light corn syrup 2 large eggs 1 tablespoon vanilla extract ½ teaspoon kosher salt 3 cups pecans roughly chopped Preheat the oven... Read More.

Eat, Drink, & Be Scary!

Check out ALL of our 'Eat, Drink and Be Scary' recipes below. Perfect for any Goblin or Ghoul ;) Edible Eyeball Snackers Powdered Donuts Life Saver - Gummis M&Ms Red icing Take your powdered donut and place a gummi... Read More.

Sam’s Chicken Bacon Ranch Skillet

2 potatoes, cubed 2 Tbs olive oil ½ tsp salt 1 tsp pepper ½ tsp garlic powder 1 tsp paprika (for potatoes) 1 tsp ranch seasoning 1 chicken breast, cubed 2 tsps ranch seasoning ½ tsp each of salt and pepper 1 tsp... Read More.

Game Day Grub 2023

CAST IRON QUESO 8oz  block of pepper jack cheese 8 oz block of Monterey jack 8 oz block of cream cheese 10 oz can of Rotel tomatoes (not drained) 1/2 lb of cooked & drained ground beef OR pork etc (Add taco seasoning to the meat) 10 oz can of... Read More.

Sam’s Potato Nachos

3 potatoes (Russets) 8 oz of your favorite cheese, shredded (I used pepper jack) 3 Tbs olive oil 1½ Tbs paprika 1 Tbs onion powder 1 Tbs garlic powder Salt and pepper to taste ½ cup green onion, chopped 12 oz pkg of... Read More.