Salads

Broccoli Salad with Bacon

Kendra first had this salad at a potluck in Seattle.  Tracy first had this at a baby shower in West Texas.  Two worlds apart, but an oldie but goodie that is timeless. Broccoli Salad with Bacon 1 bunch broccoli, uncooked, finely diced 1 small red onion or half a sweet one, finely chopped 1 pound… Continue reading Broccoli Salad with Bacon

Soups

Enchilada Soup

My family loves this recipe.  Mom practically begged me to make it the first time. It is easy and warm, and we never make it the same way twice.  Here is the perfect answer to a cold or rainy day.  Enchilada Soup   2 chicken breasts, lean hamburger, or chopped pork 1 onion, chopped 1… Continue reading Enchilada Soup

Seafood

Spicy Tequila Lime Shrimp

Kendra's business partner Jeremy shared this yummy recipe. It is another great one for the grill. Spicy Tequila Lime Shrimp 1 lb peeled and deveined medium to large sized prawns 1/4 cup tequila 1/4 cup lime juice 1 T red pepper flakes 1-2 T chopped fresh cilantro Mix all ingredients in glass bowl and let… Continue reading Spicy Tequila Lime Shrimp

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

Crock Pot · Dips

Kick Ass Queso

This queso originally came from my sister Tracy's friend,  Mimi, who brought this to their pottery-making class in Seabrook, Washington. It has gone by several names. Mom cleaned it up by renaming it Kick 'Em Queso. A mom is always a mom. Then I served it as an appetizer at a company party for the… Continue reading Kick Ass Queso

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