Cuban Adobo Dry Rub Seasoning
Tara on Apr 20th 2013
We continue to experiment with our smoker and try different kinds of meats, sauces, rubs, and methods. In order to please dear hubby, I recently created a Cuban feast at our house and I think he was very pleased. We smoked 2 chickens and a pork roast. Here is the recipe I created for the [...]
Mini Bacon Cheeseburger Pies – Gluten Free
Tara on Aug 28th 2012
This recipe is a slight modification of Texas Recipe’s Mini Cheeseburger Pies. I whipped up a gluten free version and of course I had to add bacon for my family. These little pies were incredible and stand alone as a hearty appetizer for football season, camping, or even breakfast. E A S Y!
Preheat oven [...]
Walking Tacos – Themes and Variations
Tara on Nov 3rd 2011
Fall is the perfect time to host a bonfire or hay ride or campout. My dear friend Karen and I spent some time catching up recently and she helped me brainstorm a little bit to come up with some new ways to serve guests at such outdoor gatherings. By the time our visit ended, we [...]
$$ Frugal Friday – Bacon Cheeseburger Pizza
Tara on Aug 25th 2011
I debated wheather to let this post stand alone as a regular, or include it as a Frugal Friday post. Now I know you can drop by Little Ceaser’s on Friday evening and pick up a cheap premade pizza. And there are times when we all have to do so. However, the males around here [...]
Mini Mexican Meatloaf
Tara on Mar 2nd 2011
If the thought of dry traditional meatloaf topped with ketchup lacks appeal, why not try giving meatloaf a little ZING?! I like to make miniature portions of this Southern classic with Mild Rotel and top the little loaves with Restaurant Style Salsa. And a small can of evaporated milk is the secret ingredient to keeping [...]
Steak ‘n Biscuits
Tara on Oct 23rd 2010
Are you looking for a hearty, cool weather meal that can be thrown together in minutes and simmered all day in the crock pot? Then try this recipe, made with lean cuts of inexpensive beef sandwiched between Mom’s Southern Buttermilk Biscuits. These are perfect for Saturday breakfast, Sunday brunch, or a working late week night [...]
Hawaiian Rib eye Salad
Tara on Sep 5th 2010
I don’t want to say goodbye to summer just yet. I love the season of grilling, fresh veggies, sweet and juicy fruits, and trying new combinations. Here’s my latest concoction – Hawaiian Rib eye Salad. The steak can be grilled outside or inside on a griddle. Bacon and fresh pineapple add a wonderful twist. And [...]
Sunday Dinner Pot Roast
Tara on Apr 20th 2010
Some things are just too easy, like Sunday Dinner Pot Roast. I can’t think of an easier “company’s comin’” meal than pot roast. As my family sat around the table Sunday, there was little conversation while they devoured beef and potatoes. I remember someone saying, “Mmm, I just LOVE beef!” The prep time for [...]
Beef Tenderloin with Blackberry Glaze
Tara on Mar 29th 2010
I wish my Dad were still living. I’d make him this dish for Father’s Day. Nothing beats Filet Mignon for taste and tenderness. Although tenderloin is served here only on special occasions due to cost, it is the leanest cut of beef. Glad there’s a positive trade off!
Who would have guessed that beef and blackberries [...]
Italian Roast Beef Dip Sandwich
Tara on Feb 22nd 2010
I recently tried Pioneer Woman’s Drip Beef Sandwich. It was a hit here in ‘Possum Town and one I will be repeating frequently. I have modified the recipe slightly. Pioneer Woman said I could. Not really, but I know she wouldn’t mind me tweaking it and sharing with you. It’s EASY and LIP SMACKIN’ good. [...]
