Poultry

To-Die-For Grilled Chicken

This recipe comes from a longtime friend, Ryan.  Kudos to introducing us to a great grilled chicken recipe.  The recipe is a family fave. To-Die-For Grilled Chicken Chicken breast (desired quantity) Jalapeno slices Jack cheese slices Italian Dressing Bacon Open and pound the chicken breast flat. Place a jalepeno (slice) and a thick slice of Jack… Continue reading To-Die-For Grilled Chicken

Pork

Southwest BLT Wrap

This recipe is great for a picnic.  These wraps can be made ahead (without the sauce), wrapped in foil.  Prior to serving, simple unwrap the foil and drizzle the sauce on each wrap.  Enjoy! Southwest BLT Wrap 1/2 cup salsa 1/3 cup frozen corn, thawed 6(8inch) flour tortillas 18 bacon slices, cooked and chopped 1/2… Continue reading Southwest BLT Wrap

Pick-Em-Ups

Pecan-Covered Olives

This recipe comes  from Mom.    This has been served at many holiday affairs. People always ask about it, because it is so different, but so easy. It is also great because you have to make it ahead. (Kendra's friend Robin serves them at Christmas, since they are red and green, and she calls them Jingle Balls. Feel free… Continue reading Pecan-Covered Olives

Dips

Apples and Dip

My dear friend Samantha makes this and it is addicting.  She is my friend that hates to cook, but always has the best dishes. This is nice when you need a quick bite of something sweet with a group of girls.  Soak the apples in pineapple juice so they don't get brown. Apples & Dip… Continue reading Apples and Dip

Pick-Em-Ups

Marinated Cheese

This recipe is the total package.  Fabulous and pretty.  Great for a shower or a party.  Marinated Cheese Serves 8 1/2 c. olive oil 1/2 c. balsamic vinegar 1 - 2 oz. jar pimentos, drained 3 T. green onion, minced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp. sugar 1 tsp. basil 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. pepper… Continue reading Marinated Cheese

Dips

Vidalia Onion Dip

This recipe was shared by our Mom.   She had it in a shallow baking dish. Serve it with Wheat Thins or Ritz crackers. EXCELLENT Vidalia Onion Dip 2 cups chopped Vidalia or other sweet (1015's) onions - not real fine chop 2 cups mayonaise (if you are a little short on mayo fill in with a… Continue reading Vidalia Onion Dip

Dips

Cheddar Cheese Dip

Jamye makes this dip.  So easy and tasty. She serves it in a sour dough bread bowl.   I have also served it with crusty Italian bread, but when the bread runs out, someone always asks for a spoon! Cheddar Cheese Dip Serves 10 to 12 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated 1 cup mayonnaise 6 scallions (green onions),… Continue reading Cheddar Cheese Dip

Dips

Cream Cheese with Jezebel Sauce

This is a "spruced up" version of jalepeno jelly on cream cheese. Cream Cheese with Jezebel Sauce 1 10 oz. jar apricot preserves 1 10 oz. jar apple jelly 2 T. horseradish 1 t. dry mustard Mix and put on top of bar of 8 oz cream cheese.  

Dips

Warm Blue Cheese, Bacon and Garlic Dip

This is a great appetizer.  It is great served with a rich Cabernet. Warm Blue Cheese, Bacon and Garlic Dip Makes 2 Cups 7 slices bacon, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 8 oz. cream cheese, softened 1/4 cup half-and-half 4 oz. blue cheese, crumbled (one cup) 2 T chopped fresh chives 3 T chopped smoked… Continue reading Warm Blue Cheese, Bacon and Garlic Dip

Pick-Em-Ups

Bacon-Wrapped Water Chestnuts

This recipes is good, quick and easy. I keep bacon in my freezer and water chestnuts handy for this sure hit. Stole this recipe from Kim....had to.  Husbands love this one! Bacon-Wrapped Water Chestnuts 1 package bacon 1 1/2 cans water chestnuts (whole)-cut in half ½ cup catsup 1/3 cup brown sugar Slice all bacon in… Continue reading Bacon-Wrapped Water Chestnuts