Biscuits and Gravy Hashbrown Breakfast Casserole

 

Ingredients:

1 pound ground breakfast sausage

1 package (16 ounces) frozen shredded hashbrowns

1 can (16.3 ounces) large flaky biscuits

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

6 large eggs

1 cup milk

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Cook the ground sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned and cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.

In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

Cut the biscuits into bite-sized pieces and place them in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

Layer the cooked sausage on top of the biscuits, followed by the hashbrowns and shredded cheddar cheese.

Pour the egg mixture over the layers in the baking dish.

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the casserole is set and the top is golden brown.

Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before serving.

Homemade buttermilk biscuits

 

 Ingredients:

 

– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 tablespoon baking powder
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1 tablespoon sugar
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
– 3/4 cup milk (or buttermilk)

Instructions:

1. **Preheat Oven:**
– Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

2. **Mix Dry Ingredients:**
– In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.

3. **Cut in Butter:**
– Add the cold butter pieces to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

4. **Add Milk:**
– Pour in the milk and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the dough.

5. **Knead the Dough:**
– Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently knead it a few times until it comes together. Pat the dough into a 1-inch thick rectangle.

6. **Cut Biscuits:**
– Use a biscuit cutter or a round glass to cut out biscuits from the dough. Press straight down without twisting to ensure the biscuits rise evenly. Place the biscuits on an ungreased baking sheet.

7. **Bake:**
– Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.

8. **Serve:**
– Serve warm with butter, honey, or your favorite jam.

Enjoy your homemade biscuits!

Poor Man’s Stew

 

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef

4 large potatoes, diced

4 carrots, sliced

1 onion, chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 cups beef broth

1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes

1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

1 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1 tsp dried thyme

Directions

In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until it’s no longer pink. Drain excess fat.

In the slow cooker, combine the beef, potatoes, carrots, onion, and garlic.

Pour in the beef broth and diced tomatoes, then add Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and thyme. Stir to combine.

Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until the vegetables are tender.

Before serving, taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot.

Pineapple Lemonade Recipe

 

A refreshing summer drink that’s a total crowd-pleaser!

Ingredients:

1 cup Country Time Lemonade Mix

3 cups cold water

1 can (46 oz) chilled pineapple juice (100% juice preferred)

2 cans Sprite (or any lemon-lime soda)

Ice cubes

Optional: Lemon slices for garnish

Instructions:

In a large pitcher or drink dispenser, add 1 cup of Country Time Lemonade Mix.

Pour in 3 cups of cold water and stir until the mix is completely dissolved.

Add the can of chilled pineapple juice and stir well.

Slowly pour in the Sprite and give it a gentle stir (to keep the fizz).

Add plenty of ice to chill it instantly.

Garnish with fresh lemon slices if desired.

Serve cold and enjoy the tropical, tangy sweetness!

Pecan Pie Dump Cake

 

This Pecan Pie Dump Cake is a must-try for all dessert lovers! It’s a delightful blend of flavors and textures that will have everyone coming back for more!

- Ingredients:

- 1 box yellow cake mix

- 1 cup pecans, chopped

- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted

- 4 large eggs

- 1 cup corn syrup

- 1 cup brown sugar, packed

- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

- 1/2 teaspoon salt

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the corn syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt. Whisk until well combined.

3. Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the mixture in the baking dish.

4. Pour the corn syrup mixture over the cake mix, making sure to cover it evenly.

5. Sprinkle the chopped pecans on top of the mixture.

6. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the center is set.

7. Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream if desired.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 50 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes

Kcal: 320 kcal | Servings: 12 servings

Onion Beef Fried Rice Recipe

 

Ingredients:

3 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old and cold)

1 pound ground beef

1 medium onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots etc.)

2 tablespoons soy sauce

1 tablespoon oyster sauce

1 teaspoon sesame oil

Salt and pepper to taste

Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions:

1.Prepare the rice: Use cold, day-old rice for best results. It's less likely to clump and will fry up nicely.

2.Cook the beef: Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.

3.Sauté aromatics: Add the onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened.

4.Add vegetables: Add the mixed vegetables to the skillet and cook for a few minutes until tender-crisp.

5.Combine with rice: Add the cooked rice to the skillet and stir to combine with the beef and vegetables.

6.Season: Pour in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil. Stir well to coat the rice evenly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

7.Serve hot: Garnish with green onions or cilantro, if desired

Hot Fudge Brownie Bread

 

Ingredients: 

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup melted butter

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 cup hot fudge sauce

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.

In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.

In another bowl, mix the melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Fold in the hot fudge sauce until the mixture is evenly colored but not overmixed.

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.

Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.