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Spinach and Artichoke Dip

This spinach and artichoke dip rocks. It is thick, creamy, cheesy, and it has a little kick – all of my favorite things in one bite. I made a huge batch of this dip for a family get-together and it was well-liked by all. Ok, the kids didn’t even try it. It has green stuff in it after all. I guess I should say it was well-liked by all of the adults!

Spinach and Artichoke Dip

No Wimpy Chips Need Apply

I kept the spinach and artichoke dip warm in a fondue pot and served it with bagel chips. You can’t really serve it with potato chips. Or anything that’ll break off. It’s a thick dip. You need something that’ll stand up to that.

This dip also makes for a fantastic grilled cheese sandwich. I’ll post more on that tomorrow.

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This recipe was based on a recipe from Olive Garden.

Spinach and Artichoke Dip
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Spinach and Artichoke Dip

This spinach and artichoke dip rocks. It is thick, creamy, cheesy, and it has a little kick – all of my favorite things in one bite. 
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Keyword artichokes, dip, spinach
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 122kcal
Author Based on a recipe from the Olive Garden

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Bring 1 cup of water to a boil in a medium skillet.
  • Add artichoke hearts and spinach and boil for 10 minutes or until the artichokes are tender. (You can also steam in the spinach and artichokes in a steamer). Drain well.
  • Place cheese into a large bowl.
  • Add the spinach and artichokes and remaining ingredients.
  • Stir well.

Notes

Add some of the reserved artichoke heart liquid if the mixture is too thick.

Nutrition

Calories: 122kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 268mg | Potassium: 58mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 642IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 104mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Fullstar Mandoline Slicer for Kitchen, Cheese Grater Vegetable Spiralizer and Veggie Slicer for Cooking & Meal Prep, Kitchen Gadgets Organizer & Safety Glove Included (11 in 1, White)

Maple Bacon Milkshake

Well, there are good milkshakes and then there are great milkshakes. And you know that a maple bacon milkshake is great. It has to be. Quality vanilla ice cream, whole milk . There’s no point in using low-fat milk in this milkshake. Real maple syrup, and of course, bacon. A few seconds in the blender and into a glass, topped with whipped cream and a little bacon garnish. Absolutely fantastic!

Maple Bacon Milkshake

Oh, So Good

I love making and drinking milkshakes. They remind me of my days as a kid when I could drink as many of them as I could find. I have to exercise a bit more control now, but I still enjoy them. This maple bacon milkshake tests my resolve in ways I never imagined.

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Hamilton Beach Power Elite Wave Action blender-for Shakes & Smoothies, Puree, Crush Ice, 40 Oz Glass Jar, 12 Functions, Stainless Steel Ice Sabre-Blades, Black (58148A)

Try my cola, chocolate with Nutella and old fashioned malted milkshakes.

Maple Bacon Milkshake
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Maple Bacon Milkshake

Well, there are good milkshakes and then there are great milkshakes. And you know that a maple bacon milkshake is great. It has to be.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword bacon, maple, milkshake
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 2
Calories 356kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 6 slices bacon cooked
  • ¼ cup milk or more
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 pinch kosher salt
  • 8 scoops vanilla Ice cream
  • whipped cream

Instructions

  • Crumble 5 of the pieces of bacon into a blender.
  • Add the milk, syrup, salt, and ice cream.
  • Blend until smooth.
  • Pour into chilled glasses and top with whipped cream and additional bacon piece.

Notes

Also great sprinkled with a few roasted peanuts or pecans. Even walnuts!

Nutrition

Calories: 356kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 474mg | Potassium: 224mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 91IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Fullstar Mandoline Slicer for Kitchen, Cheese Grater Vegetable Spiralizer and Veggie Slicer for Cooking & Meal Prep, Kitchen Gadgets Organizer & Safety Glove Included (11 in 1, White)

Grilled Taco Hot Dogs

I kinda made these grilled taco hot dogs up on the fly. I was hankerin’ for some crunchy tacos. And I was hankerin’ for some grilled dogs. So, I married the two and well, the rest is history. Of course you can put whatever you want on these. I opted to go with what we usually put on our tacos. That means shredded lettuce. Pinto beans. Chopped onion. A little chopped tomato. And of course, shredded cheese. Oh and a few black olives too!

Grilled Taco Hot Dogs

The Taco Meat Is Optional

There are two ways you could do these hot dogs. If you’re making taco meat for these tacos, just grill the dogs like you normally would. But, if you want to leave out the taco meat, sprinkle your dogs with taco seasoning first before grilling to give them a bit of taco flavor.

A little spicy Taco Bell ranch dressing gave these tacos a bit more kick.

My slow cooker taco meat is also awesome!

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SLOTDOG – Hot Dog Slicing Tool – Stainless Steel Cutter Blades for Kitchen, Grilling, Tailgating, Camping and Backyard Outdoor BBQ – 10 inch – Red

Also try my hot dogs with avocado.

Grilled Taco Dogs
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Grilled Taco Hot Dogs

I kinda made these grilled taco dogs up on the fly. I was hankerin’ for some crunchy tacos. And I was hankerin’ for some grilled dogs. So, I married the two and well, the rest is history. 
Course Main
Cuisine Southwest
Keyword hot dogs
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 238kcal
Author Mike

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Cook the taco meat if you are using it.
  • Warm the shells per the package instructions.
  • If you are not using taco meat, sprinkle the dogs with taco seasoning.
  • Grill the dogs as desired.
  • Assemble the tacos by adding the meats (taco and dogs) followed by the toppings.
  • Drizzle with salad dressing if desired and serve.

Notes

Add a few splashes of taco or hot sauce too!

Nutrition

Calories: 238kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 493mg | Potassium: 185mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 425IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 133mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Fullstar Mandoline Slicer for Kitchen, Cheese Grater Vegetable Spiralizer and Veggie Slicer for Cooking & Meal Prep, Kitchen Gadgets Organizer & Safety Glove Included (11 in 1, White)

Crab Pasta Salad

If you’re looking for a fantastic salad to take to your next pitch-in, this crab pasta salad is it. I never before thought about combining them, but coleslaw and pasta really go together really well. You have the creaminess of the pasta contrasted by the crunch and bite of the slaw. Add in crab, and you have something fantastic. And of course, the Old Bay seasoning really kicks it up with a nice spicy flavor.

Crab Pasta Salad

A Combination That Actually Works

I was very pleasantly surprised with this crab pasta salad. I didn’t really expect the slaw to work so well in this dish. It really got me to thinking about adding slaw in with any cold pasta salad.

I almost always use Blue Plate mayonnaise in the dishes I make. I think it is the best around. If you can’t find it locally you can pick it up online for a fair price.

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Blue Plate Real Mayonnaise, Homestyle Mayo For Chicken Salad to Deviled Eggs, 30 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)

You’ll also want to try my garlic-stuffed olive pasta salad and my copycat of the crab salad from Golden Corral.

Crab Pasta Salad
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Crab Pasta Salad

If you’re looking for a fantastic salad to take to your next pitch-in, this crab pasta salad is it. I never before thought about combining them, but cole slaw and pasta really go together really well.
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Keyword crab, pasta salad
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 2276kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 3 cups medium pasta shells uncooked
  • 1 pound coleslaw mix
  • coleslaw dressing to taste. I used Marzetti coleslaw dressing. Or substitute 1 pound prepared coleslaw for the slaw mix and dressing.
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon sweet onion chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill
  • Old Bay Seasoning to taste
  • 2 cups crab meat chopped (imitation is ok)

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add the pasta. Cook per instructions and rinse and drain well.
  • Meanwhile, mix the coleslaw mix and dressing (to taste). Add just enough dressing to get the cabbage wet.
  • Add in the mayonnaise, onion, dill weed and Old Bay. Stir to combine.
  • Add the pasta to the slaw and stir to coat.
  • Gently stir in the crab.
  • Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

Stir before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 2276kcal | Carbohydrates: 252g | Protein: 108g | Fat: 91g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 188mg | Sodium: 3623mg | Potassium: 2193mg | Fiber: 21g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 657IU | Vitamin C: 191mg | Calcium: 428mg | Iron: 9mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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White Chocolate Frito Popcorn

Everything that is yummy is in this white chocolate Frito popcorn. Crunchy fresh-popped popcorn. Milk chocolate M&Ms. White chocolate. And Fritos. What more can you ask for? You get a mixture of textures and tastes from very crunchy to salty to sweet and back again. It’s about as varied as you can get in a handful!

White Chocolate Frito Popcorn

Get Even Crazier With It

Don’t have Fritos? Substitute shelled peanuts. Need more kick? Try my Sriracha-lime popcorn. Don’t want to make your own popcorn? Heck, run to the store and get a big bagged of the cheddar cheese already-popped stuff! This ingredients list for this white chocolate Frito popcorn is just a recommendation. Go crazy with it!

I pop my popcorn in a West Bend Stir Crazy 6-Quart Electric Popcorn Popper. It’s the easiest thing in the world for making a big batch of popcorn. But, alas, it’s older than dirt. There’s a new model now on Amazon.

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West Bend Stir Crazy Popcorn Machine Electric Hot Oil Popper Includes Large Lid for Serving Bowl and Convenient Nesting Storage, 6-Quart, Red

Also try my sriracha-lime popcorn.

White Chocolate Frito Popcorn
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White Chocolate Frito Popcorn

Everything that is yummy is in this white chocolate Frito popcorn.
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Keyword chocolate, corn chips, popcorn
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 921kcal
Author Based on a recipe from The Girl That Ate Everything

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 8 cups popcorn popped
  • 2 cups Fritos corn chips crushed
  • 1 pound white chocolate or almond bark
  • 4 handfuls M&M’s candies

Instructions

  • Tear off a large sheet of wax paper and place on a flat surface.
  • Make sure all of the popcorn kernels are fully popped. Remove any grannies (unpopped) ones.
  • Place popcorn and Fritos into a large bowl.
  • Melt the white chocolate per package instructions and pour over the popcorn mixture.
  • Stir to coat.
  • Pour mixture out onto the wax paper and spread out evenly.
  • Sprinkle with M&Ms and let cool completely before serving.

Notes

Store in an air-tight container.

Nutrition

Calories: 921kcal | Carbohydrates: 155g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 63mg | Potassium: 612mg | Fiber: 21g | Sugar: 35g | Vitamin A: 17IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 121mg | Iron: 5mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Kernel Season’s Popcorn Seasoning Mini Jars Variety Pack, 0.9 Ounce (Pack of 8)

Southwest Grilled Chicken French Bread Pizza

I needed a break from grilling burgers or hot dogs, so I threw together this really easy southwest grilled chicken French bread pizza. You can make the entire pizza on the grill, or just toss it in the oven. Pizzas like this one are a great way to use leftover chicken, too.

Southwest Grilled Chicken French Bread Pizza

Got Veggies?

French bread pizzas like this southwest grilled chicken are also an excellent way to use up leftover or getting-ready-to-expire vegetables. I had some sliced onion and green bell pepper on hand from a dish the other night, so I threw them in. And I had a few jalapenos that definitely needed to be used up. So I seeded them, sliced them and added them in too! Just about anything will do as long as it’s not super wet and makes the pizza soggy!

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Weber 3 Piece Stainless Steel Premium Tool Set, Black

Also try my New Orleans French bread pizza.

Southwest Grilled Chicken French Bread Pizza
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Southwest Grilled Chicken French Bread Pizza

 needed a break from grilling burgers or hot dogs, so I threw together this really easy southwest grilled chicken French bread pizza. You can make the entire pizza on the grill, or just toss it in the oven.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword chicken, French bread, grilled, pizza, southwestern
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 571kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Boboli

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 pound chicken breasts boneless, skinless, split horizontally then cut into thin strips
  • ½ medium sweet onion sliced
  • ½ medium bell pepper sliced
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 loaf French bread split horizontally
  • 1 cup pizza sauce
  • 1 cup shredded cheese I used an Italian blend

Instructions

  • Toss the chicken, onion, pepper, chili powder and salt in a medium bowl until combined.
  • If cooking on the grill, preheat grill to high and add chicken mixture. Cook, stirring, until the chicken is done and the vegetables are tender. (A grill basket will help keep you from losing any veggies between the grates.)
  • If cooking indoors, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the chicken mixture. Cook, stirring, until the chicken is done and the vegetables are tender.
  • Place the bread on the grill over indirect heat for a few minutes until it starts to get crispy. If using the oven, place the bread under the broiler for a minute or two until crispy. Remove.
  • Spread sauce over both cut sides of the bread.
  • Add cooked chicken mixture.
  • Top with cheese.
  • Place back on the grill over indirect heat until the cheese is melted and the bread is crispy.
  • Or, place on a baking sheet under the oven broiler until the cheese is melted and the bread is crispy.

Notes

Slice and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 571kcal | Carbohydrates: 65g | Protein: 44g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 95mg | Sodium: 1468mg | Potassium: 891mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 1548IU | Vitamin C: 27mg | Calcium: 215mg | Iron: 5mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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New Orleans French Bread Pizza

This New Orleans French bread pizza is flat out delicious. Everything on it tastes soooo good. There isn’t a pizza like you might be used to. Instead, there are artichokes, salty olives, roasted red peppers and tender chicken strips. And of course, cheese.

New Orleans French Bread Pizza

Very Different And Very Good

You can make this pizza on a traditional crust. Or you can do like we did and use French bread. If you want a bit of heat, mix a little red pepper flake into the chicken mixture before spreading it into the bread. A bit different but fantastically different, we really enjoyed this New Orleans French bread pizza.

I highly recommend that you shred or grate your own cheese at home. Don’t buy the pre-shredded or pre-grated stuff. It has stuff added to it to keep it from sticking together. That ‘stuff’ affects how the cheese melts. Shred it yourself and use the good stuff.

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Geedel Rotary Cheese Grater, Kitchen Mandoline Vegetable Slicer with 3 Interchangeable Blades, Easy to Clean Rotary Grater Slicer for Fruit, Vegetables, Nuts

Also try my southwest grilled chicken French bread pizza.

New Orleans French Bread Pizza
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New Orleans French Bread Pizza

This New Orleans French bread pizza is flat out delicious. Everything on it tastes soooo good. There isn’t a pizza like you might be used to. Instead, there are artichokes, salty olives, roasted red peppers and tender chicken strips. And of course, cheese.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword French bread, pizza
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 500kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Boboli

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 450 F.
  • Place bread in the oven for a few minutes until it gets just a bit crispy. Remove.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet.
  • Add the chicken and garlic cook for 3-5 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink. Do not overcook as the chicken will cook more in the oven.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Stir in the artichokes, peppers, olives, oregano and pepper and 1/2 cup of the cheese.
  • Spoon mixture onto the bread halves and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  • Place in oven and bake 8-10 minutes or until bread is nice and crispy and the cheese is melted.
  • Place under the broiler for 1 minute to lightly brown the cheese if desired.

Notes

Also great with Swiss or mozzarella cheese.

Nutrition

Calories: 500kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 921mg | Potassium: 372mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 236IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 220mg | Iron: 4mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Fullstar Mandoline Slicer for Kitchen, Cheese Grater Vegetable Spiralizer and Veggie Slicer for Cooking & Meal Prep, Kitchen Gadgets Organizer & Safety Glove Included (11 in 1, White)

New Jersey Italian Hot Dogs

Wow, what great hot dogs these New Jersey Italian hot dogs are. Fried potatoes and sausages and onions… well, you already know they’ll be good before even trying them. Italian seasoning adds great savory flavor. And last, a fantastic kick from Creole mustard (my favorite). I’m not sure just how Italian Creole mustard is but it works!

New Jersey Italian Hot Dogs

Nothing Fancy, Just Delicious!

I used Ball Park’s new Park’s Finest Signature Seasoned beef franks and found them to have a great complementary flavor. They have a really nice seasoning, very much like a smoked sausage. I think good bratwurst would also be great for these New Jersey Italian hot dogs. But regular good ole beef hot dogs ain’t so bad either!

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SLOTDOG – Hot Dog Slicing Tool – Stainless Steel Cutter Blades for Kitchen, Grilling, Tailgating, Camping and Backyard Outdoor BBQ – 10 inch – Red

Also make my oven-baked hot dogs.

New Jersey Italian Hot Dogs
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New Jersey Italian Hot Dogs

Wow, what great hot dogs these New Jersey Italian hot dogs are. Fried potatoes and sausages and onions… well, you already know they’ll be good before even trying them.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword hot dogs
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 414kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Simply Recipes

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 large russet potatoes peeled and cut into 1/2″ squares
  • 1 medium green bell pepper sliced into strips
  • 1 medium sweet onion sliced into strips
  • kosher salt
  • ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 4 hot dogs
  • 4 hot dog buns you'll need buns that are larger than the usual hot dog bun. Bratwurst buns works great too!
  • Creole mustard or whole grain

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat.
  • Add potatoes. Spread them out evenly and let cook 2-3 minutes. Do not stir, you want them to brown.
  • Flip the potatoes and again cook 2-3 minutes, undisturbed. Remove.
  • Add the pepper and onion strips to the skillet.
  • Season with salt and pepper and cook, undisturbed, for 2-3 minutes. Flip and cook 2-3 more minutes without stirring.
  • Add the potatoes back to the skillet along with the Italian seasoning.
  • Stir, reduce heat to medium, cover and let cook 8-10 minutes or until the potatoes are softened.
  • Meanwhile, grill or cook your hot dogs and toast your buns, if desired.
  • Slather the buns with the mustard.
  • Add the dogs and top with the potato mixture.

Notes

Cut a long narrow slit in your dogs before cooking to give the toppings a great place to go!

Nutrition

Calories: 414kcal | Carbohydrates: 71g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 599mg | Potassium: 1044mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 133IU | Vitamin C: 39mg | Calcium: 134mg | Iron: 5mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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TableCraft 3-Piece Nostalgia Squeeze Bottle Set, 12-Ounce

Brownie Waffles

Oh my goodness. What’s not to like? Brownie waffles. Yep, a waffle made with brownie mix. I topped this yummy creation with vanilla ice cream, a bit of whipped cream, and of course, a Maraschino cherry. With a generous drizzle of chocolate sauce. These take only minutes to make yet they are a fantastic dessert that not only tastes great it looks awesome.

Brownie Waffles

Look At All Of The Flavors You Can Make!

I just glanced over at the Pillsbury website. Wow! Would you look at all of the awesome boxed brownie mix flavors! You could make a different flavor every night of the week!

Embellish And Get Happier

You can add a whole list of things to these. Roasted pecans or even peanuts would be a fantastic addition! Neapolitan ice cream would taste great and look cool (the dish could use a little color, right?). Go with caramel sauce instead of the chocolate sauce that I went with.

I use my trusty waffle maker to make this dish. There’s nothing fancy about it. It has one adjustment on it. And it’s easy to use. That’s all I need. I can’t feed a big crowd in record time with it, but it’s the perfect size for 2-4 people.

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Cuisinart WMR-CAP2 Round Classic Waffle Maker, Brushed Stainless,Silver

Also try my waffle iron chocolate chip cookies!

Brownie Waffles
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Brownie Waffles

Oh my goodness. What’s not to like? Brownie waffles. Yep, a waffle made with brownie mix.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword chocolate, waffles
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 290kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 box brownie mix plus the ingredients it calls for to make the mix
  • 1 large egg

Instructions

  • Make the brownie mix as the box indicates, adding an additional egg.
  • Heat your waffle iron.
  • Working in batches, spray your iron with non-stick spray.
  • Add 1/4-1/2 cup (according to your waffle maker's instructions) of the batter and close the iron.
  • Cook until done.
  • Serve warm topped with your favorite toppings!

Notes

Don’t be too shy with the non-stick spray.

Nutrition

Calories: 290kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 195mg | Potassium: 9mg | Sugar: 32g | Vitamin A: 34IU | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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KPKitchen Pancake Batter Dispenser – Kitchen Must Have Tool for Perfect Pancakes, Cupcake, Waffle, Muffin Mix, Cake & Crepe – Easy Pour Baking Supplies for Griddle – Pancake Maker with Measuring Label

Pepper Jack Cheese-Stuffed Smoked Bologna

I wish I could remember exactly where I came across this idea for pepper jack cheese-stuffed smoked bologna. I’m pretty sure it came from Smokin’ with Myron Mixon: Backyard ‘Cue Made Simple from the Winningest Man in Barbecue. But, I could be wrong. Regardless, I love smoked bologna, but this approach takes the idea to a new level. The addition of cheese inside the bologna chub adds a nice flavor and well, it looks cool. I then rubbed the chub with yellow mustard and then sprinkled it with our favorite spicy rub and smoked it for 3 1/2 hours on my Weber Smokey Mountain Charcoal Smoker. Lastly, I brushed it with my favorite store-bought BBQ sauce.

Pepper Jack Cheese-Stuffed Smoked Bologna

I sliced the bologna pretty thick and had it on sandwiches. Nothing fancy, just good.

Pepper Jack Cheese-Stuffed Smoked Bologna

How To Stuff The Chub

To get the cheese into the chub, I used a piece of clean PVC pipe. I used about a 1 1/2″ round pipe, but I’ll probably go with a large one next time, maybe 2″ or 2 1/2″. I felt like a little more cheese would’ve been a good thing. You just carefully shove the pipe down through the center of the chub while it is standing on end. Then you cut off about 2″ from each end of the piece of bologna that is in the pipe and use one piece to plug one end of the hole. Fill the hole with cheese and then plug the remaining end. You’re ready to roll!

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Pecan Wood Chunks 4lb

Also try my not-so-plain plain-ole smoked bologna.

Pepper Jack Cheese-Stuffed Smoked Bologna
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Pepper Jack Cheese-Stuffed Smoked Bologna

The addition of cheese inside the bologna chub adds a nice flavor and well, it looks cool. 
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword bologna, smoked
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings 12
Calories 609kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

For the smoked bologna

For the sandwiches

Instructions

For the smoked bologna

  • Fire up your smoker for 250 F cooking. Add your desired cooking wood, but use only a little and don’t use anything overpowering.
  • Clean a section of PVC pipe (1 1/2″ – 2 1/2″ in diameter, at least a foot long). Stand the bologna chub on end and gently push the pipe down through the center of the chub. Pull out the pipe and remove the core of meat that gets inside of it.
  • Cut 2″ off each end of the core piece. Take one piece and plug the bottom of the hole.
  • Add as much cheese as you can fit and plug the remaining end with the other piece of the core.
  • Rub outside of chub with mustard and then sprinkle with a rub.
  • Put on smoker in an aluminum pan and smoke for 3 1/2 hours, rotating once after 1 hour.
  • Brush all sides of the bologna with the BBQ sauce and smoke another 30 minutes.
  • Remove chub from the smoker and let set at least 30 minutes. Don’t rush or the cheese will run out when you slice it.
  • Slice as desired.

For the sandwiches

  • Slather the bread slices with mustard, Top with bologna, onion, and lettuce.
  • Shake a few drops of hot sauce on top and serve.

Notes

Store leftover bologna in the fridge.

Nutrition

Calories: 609kcal | Carbohydrates: 77g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 1132mg | Potassium: 347mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 427IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 372mg | Iron: 5mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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