Browse my collection of favorite recipes gathered from various sources. Find your next delicious meal!
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Sweet Tea Brined Turkey
Ingredients
- 1 whole turkey (10–14 lbs)
- 1 bottle (about 6 oz) dry brine seasoning (or ¾ cup kosher salt blend)
- 2 gallons sweet tea (or liquid of choice)
- Large brining bag or container
Instructions
- Place turkey in large container with brine bag. Add dry brine and sweet tea until turkey is submerged.
- Seal and refrigerate for 12–24 hours.
- Remove from brine, pat dry, and roast as desired.
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Perfect Cinnamon Buns
Ingredients
- ¾ cup warm milk
- ¼ cup sugar
- 2¼ tsp active dry yeast
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 1 egg
- ½ tsp salt
- 2¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup softened butter (for filling)
- 1½ cups brown sugar
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- ½ cup heavy cream (for topping, optional)
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit 5 mins. Add melted butter, egg, salt, and flour. Mix and knead 5 minutes.
- Let rise 1–1.5 hrs. Roll dough into a rectangle.
- Spread with softened butter, sprinkle brown sugar and cinnamon.
- Cut dough into 12 strips. Roll each into a bun. Place in greased baking dish.
- Let rise 30 minutes. Pour heavy cream over tops (optional).
- Bake at 350°F for 25 minutes. Cool slightly.
- Mix glaze ingredients and pour over warm buns.
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Mississippi Meatballs (Crock Pot)
Ingredients
- 18 homemade or frozen meatballs (~2 oz each)
- 1 packet au jus gravy mix
- ½ packet ranch dressing mix
- 2 cups low sodium beef broth
- ¼ cup pepperoncini juice
- 6 pepperoncini peppers (optional)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (slurry)
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
Instructions
- Brown meatballs in a skillet for 5 minutes. Transfer to crock pot.
- Mix au jus, ranch, broth, and pepperoncini juice. Pour over meatballs. Add whole peppers if desired.
- Cook on high 2–3 hrs or low 3–4 hrs.
- Remove meatballs and peppers. Stir in slurry and heavy cream to thicken sauce.
- Return meatballs and stir to coat. Serve with mashed potatoes or noodles.
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Lazy Alfredo Chicken & Sausage Pasta (Ninja Combi)
Ingredients
- 12 oz dry pasta (penne or rotini)
- 2 (15 oz) jars Alfredo sauce
- 1½ cups water
- 2 cups chopped mixed vegetables (e.g., broccoli, bell pepper)
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 smoked sausage, sliced
Instructions
- Add pasta, Alfredo, water, and veggies to lower pan of Ninja Combi.
- Season chicken and place in upper tray. Start cooker for 15 minutes.
- Add sausage during last 5 minutes to crisp.
- Stir everything together and serve. Easy cleanup, dishwasher safe!
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Garlic Parmesan Steak Tortellini
Ingredients
- 1 lb strip steak, cubed
- 1 bag (about 20 oz) frozen cheese tortellini
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, onions, zucchini)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup garlic parmesan sauce
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat griddle to medium heat. Add veggies with olive oil and seasoning. Cook until soft.
- Add steak to the other side of griddle, season, and cook until browned and medium doneness.
- Add frozen tortellini and a few splashes of water. Cover to steam and soften for 4–5 minutes.
- Remove cover, drizzle garlic parmesan sauce, and toss to coat tortellini.
- Mix everything together and top with Parmesan cheese. Serve hot.
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Creamy Smoked Sausage Pasta
Ingredients
- 1 lb kielbasa or smoked sausage, sliced
- 12 oz penne or rigatoni pasta
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 (8 oz) cans tomato sauce
- 3 tbsp tomato paste
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté sausage until browned, then remove from pan.
- Add butter and garlic to pan. Sauté 1 minute, then add cream, tomato sauce, paste, and seasonings.
- Simmer for 5 minutes until thickened. Stir in Parmesan.
- Return sausage and pasta to pan. Toss to coat and garnish with parsley. Serve hot.
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Classic Italian Chicken Cutlets
Ingredients
- 4 boneless chicken breasts, sliced in half
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1½ cups Italian breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper.
- Dredge in flour, dip in egg, and coat in breadcrumb-Parmesan mixture.
- Heat oil in skillet over medium-high. Fry cutlets 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- Drain on paper towels. Serve hot with lemon wedges or sauce.
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Big Mac Tacos
Ingredients
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp sweet pickle relish
- 1 tsp yellow mustard
- 1 tsp white vinegar
- 1 lb ground beef
- ½ cup finely diced onion
- 6 small flour tortillas
- 6 slices American cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Mix together mayo, spices, relish, mustard, and vinegar to make Big Mac sauce.
- Flatten ~2 oz ground beef onto each tortilla. Sprinkle with onions, salt, and pepper.
- Heat a skillet on high. Spray lightly with oil.
- Place tortillas beef-side down. Press gently. Cook 2–3 minutes.
- Flip, add cheese slice, and cook 2 more minutes.
- Serve folded with Big Mac sauce and optional lettuce or pickles.
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Soft Pineapple Dinner Rolls
Ingredients
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 tbsp active dry yeast
- 3½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- ¼ cup butter, melted
- 1 egg
- Extra butter for brushing
Instructions
- Heat pineapple juice until warm (105-110°F). Stir in honey and yeast. Let sit 5 minutes until foamy.
- In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Add yeast mixture, melted butter, and egg. Knead into a soft dough.
- Place in greased bowl, cover, and let rise 1-1½ hours until doubled.
- Punch down dough and divide into 12-15 equal pieces. Shape into balls and place in greased baking dish.
- Cover and let rise 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden. Brush with melted butter while hot.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
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Meatloaf Sandwich Patties
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 egg
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce or ¼ cup ketchup
- 1 tbsp garlic paste or minced garlic
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ cup ketchup
- ½ cup BBQ sauce
- 2 tbsp yellow mustard
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Mix beef, egg, breadcrumbs, onion, Worcestershire/ketchup, garlic, and seasonings in a bowl.
- Form into 8 patties and place on a wire rack over a baking sheet.
- Mix ketchup, BBQ sauce, and mustard. Brush over patties.
- Bake for 30 minutes. Serve on sandwich buns or toast.
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Mall-Style Bourbon Chicken
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless chicken thighs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp all-purpose seasoning
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp roasted garlic paste
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ½ cup hoisin sauce
- 2 tbsp bourbon (or sub apple juice)
- ¼ cup dark brown sugar (plus extra to taste)
- ½ tsp ground ginger
Instructions
- Season chicken and grill or pan-fry over high heat for ~7 minutes per side until charred.
- Let rest, then slice into strips.
- Sauté garlic paste in butter. Add soy sauce, hoisin, bourbon, sugar, and ginger.
- Simmer until thickened. Return chicken to pan and cook 10 minutes more.
- Serve with rice or noodles.
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Cold-Fermented Pizza Dough
Ingredients
- 2¼ tsp active dry yeast
- 1¾ cups warm water (110°F)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey or sugar
- 5 cups all-purpose or bread flour
- 2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Activate yeast in warm water. Stir in oil and honey.
- Add half the flour and mix. Stir in remaining flour and salt. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead until smooth. Transfer to greased bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 12 hours (up to 72).
- Divide into 9½ oz dough balls. Shape and refrigerate again until ready to use.
- Bake at 500°F with toppings of choice until crust is golden.