Classic Tomato, Cucumber, and Onion Salad

This salad is incredibly easy to make, requires no cooking, and is the perfect side dish for grilled meats, sandwiches, or a light lunch on its own. Yield: 4 servings as a side Ingredients: For the Salad: 2 large tomatoes, chopped into bite-sized pieces 1 large cucumber, chopped into half-moons or chunks ½ medium red … Read more

Strawberry Frosted Strawberry Sheet Cake

This light and fluffy vanilla cake is bursting with fresh strawberry pieces and topped with a creamy, tangy strawberry cream cheese frosting. It’s the perfect dessert for a crowd! Yields: One 9×13-inch sheet cake or one jelly roll (10×15-inch) sheet cake Prep time: 25 minutes Bake time: 30-40 minutes (9×13″) or 12-16 minutes (jelly roll) Cooling time: 1 hour … Read more

Salisbury Steak with Mushroom Gravy

Ingredients:1 lb (500 g) ground beef (80% lean)1 onion, finely diced2 garlic cloves, minced⅓ cup Panko breadcrumbs1 large egg⅓ cup tomato sauce (marinara)1 teaspoon yellow mustard1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon dried oregano¼ teaspoon ground black pepperSalt, to tasteFor the Mushroom Gravy:1 tablespoon vegetable oil1 onion, sliced9 oz (250 g) white button mushrooms, sliced2 ½ cups … Read more

French Quarter Pecan Cream Cheese Spread

This irresistible spread features a creamy, cool base of cream cheese topped with a warm, buttery, and sweet-spiced pecan glaze. It’s the perfect easy-to-make appetizer for any gathering. Yields: 8 servings Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 5 minutes Ingredients: 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened to room temperature 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, softened 1/4 … Read more

Old-Fashioned Tomato Relish

Nana’s Tangy Tomato Relish This classic tomato relish is a taste of pure nostalgia. Sweet, tangy, and with a gentle spice, it’s the perfect companion for cheese, cold meats, and sausage rolls, just like Nana used to make. Prep Time: 45 minutes + overnight resting Cook Time: 40 minutes Total Time: 9 hours 25 minutes Servings: Makes 3 medium … Read more

Shoepeg Salad

This refreshing salad is a summer staple! Sweet, crisp corn pairs perfectly with juicy tomatoes and cool cucumber in a creamy, tangy dressing. It’s the perfect make-ahead side dish for any barbecue or potluck. Ingredients: 3 cans (approx. 15 oz each) white or shoepeg corn, well-drained 1 large cucumber, diced 2 ripe tomatoes, diced ½ … Read more

Simple Garlic Butter Cheese Bites

Ingredients: Biscuit dough (16 oz, refrigerated) – Easy-to-use, pre-made dough for quick prep. Mozzarella cheese (4 oz) – Soft, shredded, or cubed for a gooey filling. Butter (4 tbsp, melted) – For the garlic butter topping. Garlic powder (1 tsp) – Adds a rich garlic flavor. Italian seasoning (1 tsp) – A blend of herbs for extra aroma. Salt (a … Read more

German Cabbage and Dumplings

A comforting and classic one-pan meal that’s both hearty and satisfying. Tender, herb-flecked dumplings are nestled in a bed of sweet, buttery sautéed cabbage for the perfect simple supper. Yield: 4 servings Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 25 minutes Ingredients For the Dumplings: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon dried thyme or parsley ¾ teaspoon black pepper … Read more

Strawberry Glazed Strawberry Cake

Strawberry Glazed Strawberry Cake A supremely moist and tender cake where the vibrant, sun-ripened flavor of strawberry shines through in every single bite. Topped with a simple, glossy glaze, this is a fruity delight that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Ingredients For the Strawberry Cake: 1 box (approx. 15.25 oz) strawberry cake mix 1 … Read more