Well, ain’t these Jell-O jiggler Easter Eggs just cute? They’re super easy to make… if you have a Jell-O Jigglers egg mold… and I just happen to have one! In fact, I went totally nuts and ordered all of the molds that Kraft has. They’re cheap, really. And fun. I made a batch of these … Continue reading “Jell-O Jiggler Easter Eggs”
These rapid rolls from Kelsey Nixon are superb! They are flaky and sweet. Perfect for soppin’, or biscuits and gravy, or even as slider rolls. They are also very easy to make. All you need is a blender and a 12″ cast-iron skillet. The heck with buying pre-made rolls. These are way, way better! This … Continue reading “Rapid Rolls”
Crunchy tacos may not be authentic, but they are our favorite. There’s something about that crunch. These tacos disappear fast. If you’re making them for a crowd, set up a ‘taco bar’ with several toppings available. I highly recommend that you shred or grate your own cheese at home. Don’t buy the pre-shredded or pre-grated … Continue reading “Tacos”
This taco sauce is dangerously close to being the same as the sauce you get in the little packets at Taco Bell. It’s very good over tacos. I like my taco sauce to have a little heat, so I added a good bit of cayenne. Leave it out for a tasty, non-kicked-up version.
I’m always on the lookout for something new and different to grill. One of my favorite blogs, Nibble Me This, is a great place to go for inspiration or new ideas, like these completely awesome grilled Fritos stuffed with a ground beef mixture and topped with cheese and a Southwestern sauce. The biggest challenge to … Continue reading “Grilled Stuffed Fritos”
I picked up a copy of Race Day Grub at the antique mall the other day. The book, written by Angela Skinner, the wife of NASCAR driver Mike Skinner, is full of great recipes from the racing circuit. Everything from appetizers to mains, from drivers and their wives and crews. The book is absolutely full … Continue reading “Mexi-Cali Dip”
This is my go-to taco seasoning mix. I usually make a really big batch and store it in the pantry. Use 2-3 tablespoons of mix per 1 pound of ground beef (or ground turkey) to make a great taco meat. I prefer to make my own mixes like this one because it allows for changing … Continue reading “Taco Seasoning”
