Jumbo Apple Muffins

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Coat the edges, sides, bottoms, etc. of six 3-inch muffin cups (or use a large muffin pan) with cooking spray for baking. Sift into a medium bowl… 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon apple pie spice In the large bowl of a stand mixer, beat until light and fluffy… 1 1/4 cup sugar 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon salt Beat in… ...

May 21, 2025 · 1 min

Chicken Stuffed Peppers

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Prepare… 3 green bell peppers, cut in half lengthwise, removing seeds and membrane; set aside in a baking dish cut side up Over medium heat, heat skille then saute until they soften, about 2-3 minutes… 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 onion, chopped Add… 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 pound chicken breast cut into bite-size pieces 2 teaspoons chili powder 1 teaspoon cumin Salt and pepper to taste Cook, stirring occasionally, until chick is cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. ...

May 21, 2025 · 1 min

Basic Rice

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a 5x9x2 1/2 inch loaf (bread) pan, combine… 2 cups uncooked white rice 2 1/2 cups chicken stock 1 1/2 tablespoons onions, finely chopped 1 1/2 tablespoons celery, finely chopped 1 1/2 tablespoons green pepper, finely chopped 1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder Pinch of white pepper, ground red pepper (cayennne) AND fresh cracked black pepper. Mix well. ...

May 20, 2025 · 1 min

Instant Pot Red Beans and Rice

Rinse and sort… 1 (1-pound) package red kidney beans, note: soaking is not needed if you cook the beans for 40 minutes at high pressure. If you do soak your beans, cut the cook time to 20 minutes at high pressure. Press the SAUTE. It will take about 8-minutes for HOT to appear on the display. Once hot, add… 1 tablespoon virgin olive oil 1 pound Andouille or smoked sausage, sliced Saute for about 5-minutes or until browned. Remove sausage to a paper towel for use later. ...

May 20, 2025 · 1 min

Instant Pot Garlic Potatoes

Place in the Instant Pot… 1.5 pounds golden potatoes, washed, cut in 1/4 or 1/2 chunks depending on size 3 cups water, more or less to cover the potatoes Put on the Instant Pot lid and set it to the sealing position. Set the Instant Pot to PRESSURE COOK and high, setting the time for 5 minutes. Once finished, do a do a quick release. Drain the water. In the pot, toss the potatoes with… ...

May 20, 2025 · 1 min

Mother Leone's Meat Sauce

In a large large saucepan or stockpot, over medium-hig heat, combine… 1/2 pound salt pork, diced 1/4 cup virgin olive oil 1/3 cup unsalted butter Add and saute until medium brown… 3/4 pound white onions, diced Add… 1 pound lean beef, cut into 1/2" cubes 1/2 pound lean pork shoulder, cut into 1/2" pieces 4 chicken livers, shopped fine 4 chicken gizzards, cut into small pieces 2 bay leaves crumbled Turn heat to medium and cook slowly, uncovered, for 30-minutes. ...

May 19, 2025 · 2 min

BBQ Sauce I

Combine in a saucepan, bringing to boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes. 2 cups ketchup 1 cup sugar 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce 1 medium white onion, chopped 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped 1/4 cup lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon paprika 1 tablespoon dry mustard 1 tablespoon white vinegar 1 tablespoon hot sauce

May 19, 2025 · 1 min

Simple Chicken Soup

In a stockpot, place… chicken parts not used in another recipe (necks, wings, backs, joints, etc.) or left over chicken (rotisserie or baked) 3 quarts water (enough to cover the chicken) Bring to a boil and add… 1 carrot, chopped 2 celery stalks, chopped 2 medium white onions, chopped salt and fresh cracked pepper to taste Once chicken is cooked, lower heat to medium-low, add 3 tablespoons rice, stir, cover and cook 20-minutes. ...

May 19, 2025 · 1 min

Leone's Master Salad Dressing

Combine… 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons virgin olive oil 1 garlic clove, mashed and minced Add and beat with a whisk… 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon salt 6 tablespoons wine vinegar (rice wine, red wine, etc.) 1 green onion, chopped fine 1 teaspooon celery leaves, minced 1 cherry tomato, chopped fine Refridgerate for 30-minutes if using right away, otherwise, take out of the refridgerator 1-hour before using. ...

May 19, 2025 · 1 min

Fudge Cookies

In double-boiler over simmering water, add… 12 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped 6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter, cut into tablespoons Stir constantly until the mixure is melted and smooth then remove and let cool. In a medium bowl, stir… 2/3 cup all purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt Using a stand mixer with the whisk attachment, beat… 3 eggs, large Gradually beat in… 1 cup granulated sugar ( or natural substitute such as stevia ) Increase the mixer speed to high and continue beating for 4-5 minutes. The mixture should appear light yet thick. ...

May 17, 2025 · 2 min