Chocolate Bourbon Mini Cheesecakes
A simple and delicious dessert to ring in the new year or anytime you are looking for a little indulgence. The bourbon is optional and easy to omit to make these rich chocolatey treats too. Mary Matthews 12 mini cheesecakes. (Muffin Cup size), Bake time 35 Minutes Ingredients 12 each muffin cup linersMuffin tin Chocolate…
December 31, 2020
Reindeer Pop
makes 12 pops photo credit: https://onelittleproject.com/ Ingredients 1 package melting chocolate (almond bark)12 marshmallows24 small pretzels24 candy eyes12 cinnamon red hot candiesEquipment: 12 lollipop sticks Directions Melt chocolate according to package directions.Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper. Skewer a marshmallow on each lollipop stick then dip it into the melted chocolate so it’s thoroughly covered….
December 14, 2020
Melted Snowmen
TIME: 20 minutes SERVINGS: 12 Ingredients 1 package White Melting Chocolate12 Mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups24 Wilton Candy EyesOrange Sprinkles or tic-tacs for noses36 Red Hot Candy12 Pretzel Sticks Directions Line a cookie tray with either a silicone baking mat or wax paperMelt chocolate according to the directions on the packageCut the peanut butter cups…
December 14, 2020
Thanksgiving Countdown
A Thanksgiving timeline to help keep you organized so you can enjoy dinner with your family this year! Monday or Tuesday of Thanksgiving Week The Turkey If you just bought the frozen turkey, defrost it NOW. If you plan on brining your bird, it is time to start that as well, Defrost Do you have frozen prep…
November 23, 2020
Thanksgiving Side Dish Show Stoppers
It’s that time of year again, time to plan your Thanksgiving dinner. Here are some of our favorite side dishes to try this year. These recipes have been modified to better serve 4-6, as many of us will be creating memories around smaller tables this year. Please feel free to pass along to family you…
November 18, 2020
Dinner on the Table in 30! Bacon and Pumpkin Gnocchi
Active:30 mins Total:30 mins Servings:4 Mary Matthews Ingredients 2 slices bacon, thinly sliced1 (1 lb.) package shelf-stable gnocchi1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil1 tablespoon butter1 chopped large shallot or small onion1-2 cloves garlic, minced1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage, plus more for garnish1/4 cup chicken stock3/4 cup heavy cream3 tablespoons cream cheese softened1 cup unseasoned canned pumpkin1/4…
November 13, 2020
Dinner on the table in 30! Sheet pan chicken drumsticks and vegetables
Cook time 30 mins Yield: 4 servings Mary Matthews Ingredients For the Glaze (chicken): 2 Tablespoons olive oil2 Tablespoons unsalted butter, melted2 Tablespoons honey2 Tablespoons brown sugar1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard1½ teaspoons minced garlic (about 3 cloves)½ teaspoon dried oregano½ teaspoon dried basilsalt and pepper, to taste8 each skin-on chicken drumsticks (2 per person) For the Vegetables: 1 pound…
November 4, 2020
Dinner on the Table in 30! Thai Coconut Curry Soup
Mary Matthews Serves 2-4 There are 2 versions of the soup below, the one I actually made ingredients listed first, and also more common ingredients variations listed second. The directions are for my version so just substitute when needed. Ingredients Broth Base 2 Tablespoons coconut oil or vegetable oil1 large shallot or 1/2 yellow onion,…
October 28, 2020
Dinner on the Table in 30! Chicken Pot Pie Bowl
It’s comfort food season, but baking a whole chicken pot pie can take to long for a weeknight dinner. This 30-minute pot pie bowl is a perfect way to enjoy all the rich warming flavors of a pot pie in under 30 minutes. Mary Matthews Serves 4 Ingredients: 2 cooked boneless skinless chicken breasts, shredded2…
October 21, 2020
Dinner on the Table in 30, Sweet Potato Chili and Honey Corn Bread Muffins
Serves 4 Ingredients For Chili 1 pound lean ground beef1 sweet or yellow onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced2 Tablespoons butter4 tablespoons chili powder1 teaspoon ground cumin1 teaspoon oregano1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes2 teaspoons salt1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes2 medium sweet potatoes, about 4 cups, peeled and cut in…
October 12, 2020
Pumpkin Pie French Toast
Quick weekend breakfast with all the flavors of pumpkin pie, perfect for Fall. -Mary Matthews serves 4 Ingredients 2 eggs1/2 cup milk1/4 cup pumpkin puree1/4 teaspoon vanilla1/2 teaspoon cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ginger1/8 teaspoon cloves1/4 teaspoon nutmeg2 tablespoons brown sugar8 slices of 1-1 1/2” thick French bread slicesPowdered sugar and Maple syrup to top Preparation Combine the…
October 9, 2020
Dinner Destination Oktoberfest Schnitzel Sandwich with Weiss Slaw
This week we are celebrating all foods Oktoberfest and want to share a favorite from our collection of Oktoberfest classes. Makes 4 Sandwiches What you’ll need for your sandwiches 4 Each large Pretzel Rolls1/2 cup You Favorite sliced Pickles To make your sliders Top pretzel buns with schnitzel pickles and slaw. (recipes follow) Buttermilk Pork…
October 7, 2020