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Aunt Katie’s Cornbread Dressing

Aunt Katie’s Cornbread Dressing

Aunt Katie’s Cornbread Dressing

My Sister-in-law's dressing is the best I have ever had. It's pretty much what made me like her when she started dating my little brother, just kidding! It's so good and my most favorite dish that she always makes me an extra to take home. I hope you enjoy this yummy dressing recipe just as much as I do!

Ingredients
  

  • 8 tbsp butter divided
  • 2 cups chopped onion
  • 2 cups chopped celery
  • 1 loaf white bread crust removed and cubed
  • 1 pan cornbread, crumbled She uses Jiffy
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1 egg beaten
  • 14 oz can of chicken broth

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 325
  • melt 4 tbsp of butter in a large skillet 
  • saute onion and celery until tender
  • put on lid and stew for about 10 minutes
  • combine all other ingredients, plus 4 more tbsp of melted butter
  • Put in a 9×13 casserole dish
  • Bake 1 hour (probably less)

Notes

*Add broth slowly–you may need more or less, you don’t want it soggy or dry
**Can be assembled and frozen, but must be thawed before baking
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Crockpot Holiday Creamed Corn

Crockpot Holiday Creamed Corn

Crockpot Holiday Creamed Corn

We only have this corn twice a year, Thanksgiving and Easter but we crave it all year round!
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

  • 16 oz frozen corn kernels
  • 8 oz whipped cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 tbsp white sugar
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Dump all of the ingredients above into a crockpot and stir well.
  • Cook on high for 2-4 hours or on low for 4-6 hours.
Keyword CORN, creamed corn, dinner, fall, family food, feed a crowd, lunch, side dish, slow cooker, supper
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Londin’s Spicy Chili

Londin’s Spicy Chili

Londin’s Spicy Chili

My family likes spice! This chili is amazing!Dump in the crockpot and go, I like that.

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 lb sausage
  • 1 can rotel
  • 1 can black beans
  • 1 can cannellini beans
  • 1 can light kidney beans
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 chili kit (seasoning mix)
  • 1 jar Stubbs BBQ Sauce – Original

Instructions
 

  • Spray the crockpot or use a "slow cooker liner"
  • Brown the ground beef and sausage, drain.
  • Pour meat into the crockpot.
  • Pour all of the other ingredients straight into the crockpot.
  • Mix well.
  • Turn on High for 4 hours or low for 6 hours.

Notes

We serve ours with shredded cheddar cheese and oyster crackers.
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7 Layer Taco Dip

7 Layer Taco Dip

7 Layer Taco Party Dip

Anytime someone comes over they expect me to make this dip and to have it at every party we attend!For a large crowd, I would double or triple this recipe and put it in a trifle bowl.It will be gone in minutes so make sure you get a bite first!

Ingredients
  

  • 1 package taco seasoning mix I use gluten-free
  • 16 oz can of refried beans
  • 8 oz container whipped cream cheese
  • 16 oz sour cream
  • 1 jar salsa
  • 1 bunch chopped green onions
  • 1 small bag shredded lettuce
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions
 

  • In a bowl, blend the taco seasoning mix and refried beans and, spread this mixture onto a large serving platter.
  • Stir the sour cream and cream cheese together, spread this mixture over the refried beans.
  • Spread salsa over the cream cheese/sour cream mixture.
  • Spread shredded lettuce over the salsa.
  • Spread the shredded cheese over the lettuce.
  • Sprinkle with green onions.

Notes

Optional: top with olives or diced tomatoes (we normally omit this part)
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Pork Chop and Pears

Pork Chop and Pears

Pork Chop and Pears

This is the perfect fall dish and super easy to make! Perfect entree for a weeknight dinner party.  If you do not like pears, you can substitute them for apples. 

Ingredients
  

  • 15 oz can of pear halves
  • 6 bone-in pork chops
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp mustard

Instructions
 

  • Pre-heat oven to 350
  • Drain pears, save the juice.
  • In a skillet, brown the pork chops in butter.
  • Place the pork chops into a greased glass baking dish (13x9x2)
  • Combine the brown sugar, mustard, and pear juice.
  • Pour the liquid mixture over the pork chops
  • Place a pear on top of each pork chop
  • Sprinkle the pears with a little brown sugar and cinnamon 
  • Bake uncovered for 40-45 minutes
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Grandad’s Broccoli Salad

Grandad’s Broccoli Salad

Grandads Broccoli Salad

Aaron's grandad loves when I make this broccoli salad. He may be one of our most favorite people and our biggest cheerleader (don't tell Nana) so he can have whatever he wants. We love our grandad and this broccoli salad makes him happy!

Ingredients
  

  • 3 bags cut broccoli I buy these in the salad section at the store
  • 1/2 cup red onion I buy this already diced in the produce section
  • 1 cup raisins I will sometimes substitute with craisins
  • 1/4 cup + 2tbs white wine vinegar
  • 1/4 cup white sugar
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 bag cooked, crumbled bacon Don't buy the can of bacon bits, they are too hard. I use Hormel Real Crumbled Bacon bags.

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, onions, and raisins. In a smaller bowl, whisk together the white wine vinegar, sugar, and mayonnaise. Pour this mixture over the broccoli mixture and toss until well coated. Refrigerate for 4 hours.
  • Toss with the crumbled bacon.
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