So I kept seeing these posts of people making hamburger sliders using zucchini as the buns—and I thought man those look good! So I went searching for large zucchini to make for the sliders and only could find small zucchini for sale. Using the zucchini that I could find and fueling my desire to make…
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Tuna Extra Salad sandwich
I created this recipe about 6 years ago when I was trying to use leftover fresh cabbage. It’s a twist on a Midwest favorite—tuna salad to the next level! You’re probably thinking tuna and cabbage?-no way! But honestly the crunchy texture along with the tangy ranch just makes this recipe so good! It uses few…
Cauliflower buffalo bites
Its almost time for the super bowl and sticking to a low carb diet isn’t going to be easy when you’re wanting all your snacks for game day…but these cauliflower buffalo bites hit the spot! They’re crispy, covered in sauce and honestly give me the good impression of chicken. These are super easy to make,…
Eggplant Parmesan
In all honesty, I have only ever eaten eggplant once in my life. I had it last year when I made ratatoulli! So trying eggplant in a different form, I wasn’t too sure how this recipe would turn out. I can say that I actually impressed myself and have a new favorite recipe that is…
Old Fashioned Banana bread
This banana bread recipe was given to me from my Mamaw (oh yes very midwest) and as you can see in the photo above the recipe is pretty old. The recipe itself is easy and the bread comes out super moist and delicious. Ingredients 1/2 cup butter or oleo 1 1/2 cup sugar 1…
Oven baked chicken wings!
I originally was going to grill my chicken wings on my charcoal grill…but due to a windy afternoon I improvised with the oven…I do not regret this! These wings are crispy, juicy and honestly you’d thought they came right off the grill! Ingredients 1-2lbs of chicken drumettes or chicken wings Dry Rub seasoning: Garlic powder,…
Creamy Macaroni and Cheese
This creamy dreamy addicting mac and cheese is one for the books. Its extremely simple, quick to make and delicious! Make it on the stove top and serve immediately or let is chill in a crock pot to keep it warm. Ingredients: 1 box macaroni and cheese 1/2 stick of butter 1 bag of …
Oven ‘Fried’ Chicken
It’s crispy, its crunchy…you’ll hate that its soo good! This is an easy recipe to make on the week day or weekend and enjoy with family! Ingredients 1-2 cups flour 2 cups Italian bread crumbs ( I used Kroger brand) Chicken legs, thighs or breast 1 stick butter 3 eggs 2 TBSP milk 1 TBSP…
Alfredo Sauce
This is probably the greatest thing I learned to cook! Its simple, delicious and fancy as all get out. Ingredients: 1 stick of butter 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup Parmesan Parsley chopped Salt/Pepper Instructions: Melt your butter in a skillet, be sure to not let it brown. Once the butter becomes frothy, add in…
Hollandaise sauce
Hollandaise is a sauce that should be velvety, tangy, and something you can’t stop eating. Ingredients For 1-3 servings 2 egg yolks 1 stick of butter PLUS 2 slabs aka 2 tbsp 1 Tbsp of Lemon juice salt and pepper (pinch of cayenne if you like heat) 1 Tbsp of water For 4-5 servings 3…
Midwest Fancy 