Jesus Take The Meal

  It is COLD in the South right now. I made this soup a few weeks ago, and the boys all loved it. It was easy, and it was really good. I bought a roll of rosemary bread from the bakery section at Kroger, and it was perfect to soak up the liquid. Ingredients 2 T EVOO 2 T salted butter 1 yellow onion, chopped 2 shallots, chopped 2 ribs celery, chopped 6 carrots, chopped 2 T thyme leaves 1 T sage leaves chopped 1 T chopped rosemary 1 bay leaf 1/3 c dry sherry 8 c low sodium chicken broth 1 lb boneless chicken breasts or thighs, I used breasts because that is what I had 1/3 c shaved parmesan 2-3 cups egg noodles, I used a protein egg noodle 1/4 c chopped parsley, I omitted because I hate fresh parsley with a passion Directions: Recipe Link ▢

  This bread is SO good. I have made it at least twice now, and it looks like a lot of ingredients, but the only thing I had to buy was the pumpkin butter because I subbed vegetable oil for the coconut oil. I'll list the ingredients, but I am sending you guys over to Tieghan at Half Baked Harvest for the instructions. Ingredients: Cinnamon Swirl 1/2 c dark brown sugar 6 T salted butter, at room temp (I used unsalted) 1 T cinnamon 1 T all purpose flour Pumpkin Bread 1/3 cup melted coconut oil (veg oil is fine) 1 c pumpkin butter 1 large egg 1 T vanilla extract 1/3 c maple syrup or honey 2/3 c milk 2 c all purpose flour 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice 1 T baking powder 1/2 tsp kosher salt Icing (optional) 2-3 T milk 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 1/2 c powdered sugar Directions Half Baked Harvest Pumpkin Butter Cinnamon Roll Bread

My favorite chicken salad from Chicken Salad Chick is the Sassy Scotty. It has ranch, chicken, and bacon. My boys love it, too. As it turns out, you can make a pretty spot on duplicate at home for a WHOLE LOT LESS that is delicious. If you like this chicken salad, or if you want to jazz up a plain chicken salad this recipe is a must. Ingredients: 1 lb chicken tenderloins 1 rib celery, finely diced 3/4 c mayo. For the love of all things good in the world, please use Duke's 3 T ranch dressing - this Litehouse ranch is really good 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1/2 tsp onion powder Salt and Pepper to taste 1/2 c real bacon pieces 1/2 c shredded cheddar Directions: Boil chicken tenders until done. Shred while warm using a mixer to get the best results. While the chicken cooks, mix all other ingredients. Once chicken cools, add in chicken and refrigerate. Enjoy!  

  Meet my oldest kid's favorite side dish. To his credit, they are delicious. These make a very large bowl, so feel free to half the recipe for a smaller family. These make an appearance every Thanksgiving, and someone asks for the recipe every year. I subbed Alouette Garlic and Herb cheese here because the store was out of Boursin and I was making them that evening. Use Boursin when you can find it - I prefer it over Alouette. Ingredients: 4 lbs. Yukon gold potatoes (I use the entire 5 lb bag) Fresh chopped chives 2 packages soft garlic herb cheese, such as Boursin 6 T Butter 1 3/4 - 2 1/4 cup whole buttermilk 1 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper (I use more) Directions: Preheat oven to 400. Cook peeled potatoes in salted water until fork tender. Drain and mash with potato masher. Add cheese, 4 T butter, salt, pepper, and chives until combined. Stir in buttermilk until well combined. The mixture should be slightly more liquid than you would want but not overly so.  Spoon into a ligh...

 I've been a bit MIA. I host Thanksgiving each year for my family, and I was in the trenches of planning, shopping, and cooking. And while I know that it seems that this should be a place to share - I mean, it is a cooking blog... But when I am in the middle of cooking about 5 different things at once, it is hard to stop, take pics, and organize ingredients. I will try to work in some of the holiday recipes, but for now I have an easy, quick recipe for breakfast. You only need 2 ingredients for these copycat Chick-fil-a Chicken Minis.  Ingredients: I bag of Sister Schubert's Parker House rolls 1 bag of Member's Mark Southern Style Chicken Bites Directions: Thaw rolls and cook according to directions, but be careful not to brown. I always cook the nuggets in the air fryer. These nuggets are brined in pickle juice just like the ones at CFA, so they will give you the most authentic taste. Once everything is ready, you can assemble and enjoy. And save loads!!!

  My kids have never had Hamburger Helper. To be honest, I didn't have it a bunch growing up. But occasionally, my mom would buy it, and while it wasn't my favorite I will be the first to say this dish is pretty darn good. I could sit down and scarf down a huge bowl because it tastes like straight comfort food. And it all cooks in ONE POT!!!! Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef 2 T tomato paste 1 T Dijon mustard 1 T garlic powder 1 t onion powder 1 t dried thyme 1 t salt 1/2 t black pepper 1/4-1/2 t cayenne pepper 12 oz dried macaroni noodles 4 cups beef broth 1 c half and half 2 c shredded cheddar, take the time and shred your own Directions: https://www.aspicyperspective.com/homemade-hamburger-helper-cheeseburger-macaroni/?utm_source=pinterest&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=social-pug

Growing up, I never liked mac and cheese in the crockpot. I don't know why. My nephew made this recipe a few years ago, and I have made it ever since. I double it for Thanksgiving! It's easy but SO good.  Ingredients: 16 oz macaroni noodles, prepared according to directions 1 can cheddar cheese soup 16 oz sour cream 1 lb. shredded sharp cheddar 1 lb. shredded mild cheddar 1/2 c. butter salt, to taste pepper, to taste 1 tsp. ground mustard Directions: Spray your crockpot with cooking spray. Mix all ingredients minus noodles in crockpot. After cooking and draining noodles, stir in warm noodles to all other ingredients. Stirring them in while warm will help cheeses melt and everything combine. Stir well. Cook on low for 4-6 hours. Stir well a few times while cooking to incorporate all ingredients.