Preheat oven to 325 degrees & spray a loaf pan with non-stick spray (I also like to line with parchment paper)
In a stand mixer with a paddle attachment or bowl with hand mixer, cream together the butter, sugar & brown sugar until light & fluffy. Add the eggs, vanilla & banana. Scrape the sides of the bowl, then mix again. Then, add in the flour, baking powder, baking soda & cinnamon. Mix until combined & then fold in the pecans.
Add the batter to the loaf pan and bake for 45 minutes - 1 hour, until the center comes out clean. Drizzle with the maple syrup as soon as it comes out of the oven.
Have you ever used cubed steak to make philly cheesesteaks? They are delicious!!! So tender and full of flavor! Feel free to add bell peppers or jalapenos if you like!
1poundvenison cubed steak, tenderized and cut into strips
1onionthinly sliced
1/2stickbutter
2TBSPworcestershire sauce
2TBSPdales marinade
1/2cupbeef broth
black pepper, to taste
garlic powder, to taste
4hoagie rolls, sliced in half length wise
8slicesof provolone cheese
mayo, optional
Instructions
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat, add sliced onion and cook until slightly tender. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Next, add in the cubed steak along with worcestershire, dales marinade and seasonings. Cook on medium high heat until it starts to turn brown, then add the onions back in.
Add broth and cook mixture until the liquid is mostly absorbed.
Preheat oven to broil. While the oven is heating, turn on a new skillet on medium heat, and butter the rolls. Lay the rolls, cut side down and brown. To prepare the sandwiches, add the meat and the provolone cheese.
Assemble sandwiches and place in oven just long enough to melt the cheese. It does not take long, so do not walk away!!! I hope you enjoy!
Tacos are one of my absolute favorite foods! They are perfect any time of day, any time of year! These shrimp tacos are crispy with the perfect amount of spice and oh so delicious!!!
I just love a good mocktail! I also love ginger ale & ginger beer. This mocktail mule is absolutely delicious and perfect for this time of year! Add in a shot of vodka to make it a cocktail. Cheers!!!
When it's chilly outside, all I want is comfort food. Soups, stews, pasta... all the things! This gumbo is perfect for a cold, winter night. I serve it over rice with homemade cornbread on the side and it is PERFECT. Make it as spicy as you like!
1poundof shrimp (peeled & deveined) that have been sauteed in butter, garlic & old bay seasoning if you like
Instructions
In a large, skillet, melt butter over medium-low heat, then add flour. Stir constantly, for about 10 minutes until the roux starts to darken.
Add onions & celery, and stir until softened, then add seasonings, diced tomatoes, and bay leaf. Then add chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer until thickened, stirring occasionally for approx 30 minutes.
After the 30 minutes, add in the chicken, shrimp & sausage and stir. Cook for about 5-10 more minutes. Serve over rice with cornbread. ENJOY!
Holiday Season is in full swing! One of the most requested items recently has been a Holiday Gift Guide for the Foodie! I post one every year and I always look forward to sharing my favorite and most used items with y’all!
Kitchen Aid Hand Mixer — I absolutely love this! While I do have a stand mixer, sometimes you just want to use one that is a little smaller. This is perfect for making small batches of cake, cornbread, brownies and shredding chicken.
Nespresso Machine with Milk Frother — If there has been an item that you all have requested the link for, it is this! Hands down, the BEST coffee maker I have ever owned. I have had it for 4 years now. My favorite pods are Caramel, Vanilla, Hazelnut & Double Espresso. So many of you have messaged me saying you bought it and have loved it!
Food Storage Containers — These keep food fresh for so long, do not stain and are great for transporting food as well with no leaks!
Dutch Oven — I love making soups, stews, chilis, roasting chicken, braising meats and baking sourdough bread in my Dutch Oven! They last for years and are also a pretty addition to your stovetop!
Salad Spinner — This is something I thought would just be a waste of space… I was wrong! It is so important to wash your lettuce thoroughly and get all of the dirt and bacteria off of it. This one works great!
Pepper Grinder — There is nothing like freshly cracked black pepper on a dish! It is my absolute favorite!
Chef’s Knife — One of the safest things you can have in your kitchen is a sharp knife. If it is dull, it can be easy for it to slip and cut yourself. This is a favorite of mine!
Cheese Knife Set — If you love making cheese & charcuterie boards, you definitely need a good cheese knife set!
Soap Dispenser — I love for there to be a vibe in my kitchen and that means, less clutter! These dispensers are great for soap, coffee syrups and olive oil!
Cookbook Holder — because you need something to display beautiful cookbooks on!
Recipe Box — I love to keep my family recipes along with ones I have created in this beautiful box so they are kept together all in one spot!
Tea Towels — These add such a nice touch to your oven and you can change them out seasonally! Southern Willow Market always has the best!
Georgia Serving Platter — This would be beautiful to display meats & cheeses, fruits, veggies, or desserts!
There is no better way to celebrate the end of peach season & the end of Summer than with a boozy ice cold drink! It's sweet, tangy, peachy & boozy! It's made by the pitcher so perfect for transporting while on vacation or while headed to a party!
In a saucepan, add 3 cups of water, the sugar and the chopped peaches. Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir occasionally until the sugar has dissolved. Let cool.
Once the syrup has cooled, purée the syrup in a blender to make a peach simple syrup.
In a pitcher, add the remaining water, peach simple syrup, lemon juice and vodka. Pour over ice and garnish with fresh fruit.
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it's creamy, a little spicy, full of garlic, parmesan cheese and is DELICIOUS! this cajun chicken alfredo is such an easy weeknight meal or make it for friday night date night! you can leave the cajun seasoning out if you do not like spicy, but it makes this dish! i hope y'all enjoy!
In a saucepan with olive oil, add your chicken that has been seasoned with salt, pepper, 1/2 tsp cajun seasoning -- I also added a little of recteq heffer dust. Brown on both sides until the chicken is completely cooked and set aside. We are going to reuse this pan!
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and add the pasta. Cook until al dente. Save 1/4 cup of the pasta water, drain the rest and set aside.
In the saucepan that you cooked the chicken, add the butter & garlic and cook on medium low heat until the butter has melted and it starts to sizzle.
Add the pasta water, heavy cream, 1/2 tsp cajun seasoning, salt and pepper to taste. Keep on LOW so it does not boil over.
After simmering for a 3-4 minutes, add the parmesan cheese and whisk until it has melted. Turn the heat off.
Add in the cooked pasta and chicken -- I like to slice or cut my chicken up and add it in so that it all gets mixed in with the sauce. Top with a sprinkle of cajun seasoning, freshly cracked black pepper and a little more parmesan cheese if you like!
Serve immediately!
Notes
**you can also use a rotisserie chicken if you would like, to make the process quicker **if reheating, be sure do reheat in a saucepan on LOW with a splash or heavy cream -- a microwave will separate this sauce
