Sallie's Favorite Comfort Food Recipes

Last night as I was about to go to bed, I realized I had a package of boneless chicken breasts that was dated that day. (These things happen when you've been high on cough drops all week.) I decided to just quickly clean them and throw them in the crockpot overnight to make shredded chicken. I will use the shredded chicken in quesadillas, enchiladas, tortilla soup, etc. I looked online for inspiration and came up with this concoction. Ingredients6 boneless chicken breasts 1 cup Pace picante sauce 2-3 TBSP of homemade taco seasoning … [Read more...] about Shredded Salsa Chicken in Crockpot

I saw a similar rosemary and lemon chicken recipe online and decided to come up with my own combo. The original version had fresh garlic, but I wasn't in the mood for garlic so I omitted it.This was super easy and tasted great!This could also be a great chicken to use for other purposes such as on top of a salad. Rosemary and Lemon Chicken in Crockpot Ingredients1 roaster chicken, cleaned and rinsed 1 large sprig of fresh rosemary, broken into several pieces 2 lemons, sliced 1/2 cup water freshly ground sea salt … [Read more...] about Rosemary and Lemon Chicken in Crockpot

This is one of my most favorite things to eat in the whole world. I serve these salmon patties with creamed peas on top. My mom always served salmon patties with creamed peas (albeit a different salmon patty recipe). When I asked her why she served them that way, she said that the restaurant in one of the big department stores in downtown Lansing always served them that way.So the combination might sound strange, but the creamed peas on the salmon patties is so good. So good that this was what Caroline picked for her second birthday dinner, … [Read more...] about Salmon Patties with Red Pepper and Green Onion

I serve these with Salmon Patties with Green Onion and Red Peppers. (The story behind the combination is on the other post.) Caroline loves them which is saying something since she currently doesn't like any vegetable except cucumbers!I make these before I make the salmon patties and keep them warm in a small crockpot. They hold very well while you are making the rest of the meal. Creamed Peas Ingredients2 Tbsp butter 2 Tbsp flour Dash of salt 1 and 1/2 cups of milk 2 cups hot cooked petite peasDirectionsMelt … [Read more...] about Creamed Peas

It has been several years since I switched from those little packets of taco seasoning to making my own. I found this recipe in The Complete Tightwad Gazette (page 423) and it is very good.I recently bought one of those little packets of brand name taco seasoning because it was a loss leader and I had a coupon so it was basically free. I made tacos with it. Nope. Give me the homemade mix every time. Once you try it from scratch, you won't want anything else.I mix mine in a small glass jar and keep it in the refrigerator for maximum … [Read more...] about Homemade Taco Seasoning Mix

I believe this is a Country Woman magazine recipe I found on a discussion board somewhere. I made them for the first time a few weeks ago and they are YUMMY. Pecan pie is one of my favorite desserts ever and these just about meet that craving.I think the next time I make them I will add a touch of salt and vanilla. Most baking tastes better with at least a tiny bit of salt.These muffins are even better the second day and freeze well. Enjoy! Pecan Pie Mini Muffins Ingredients1 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup flour 1 cup … [Read more...] about Pecan Pie Mini Muffins

I made this for the first time last weekend when my in-laws came for brunch. It is very moist and flavorful.I found it in The King Arthur Flour Baker's Companion, a big wonderful baking book I bought a few years ago. Cranberry Orange Nut Bread Ingredients2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour ¾ cup sugar 1 and ½ tsp baking powder ½ tsp baking soda ¾ tsp salt 1 orange, zest and juice (or 1/8 tsp orange oil and ¾ cup orange juice) ¾ cup buttermilk, sour cream or yogurt 1 large egg, beaten 3 tbsp vegetable oil 1 … [Read more...] about Cranberry Orange Nut Bread

I found this recipe for Pecan Cinnamon Shortbread in the Summer 2007 Cooking for 2 magazine. My mom gave me a subscription and every issue has been great so far!Shortbread is one of my favorite baked goods. I've already made this twice. YUM! Pecan Cinnamon Shortbread Ingredients1/4 cup butter, softened, divided 1/3 cup finely chopped pecans 2 tbsp confectioners' sugar 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon 1/8 tsp salt 1/8 tsp baking powderDirectionsIn a small saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon of … [Read more...] about Pecan Cinnamon Shortbread

I found this recipe online while searching for a salmon recipe for grilling that used fresh rosemary. Rosemary is a favorite ingredient of mine and I have some in my garden I was looking forward to using for the first time this year.This recipe really exceeded my expectations. It was very flavorful, especially considering that it was not marinated. Grilled Salmon with Rosemary Ingredients1 pound salmon 2 tsp extra virgin olive oil 2 tsp fresh lemon juice 1/4 tsp salt Pinch of freshly ground black pepper 2 cloves … [Read more...] about Grilled Salmon with Rosemary

I got this recipe from my mom and made it for the first time this evening. YUM. So easy and great for these warm summer months.Note: Be sure to put this in a sealed bag when you put it in the refrigerator because it will give off juices as the rub sits.Enjoy! Grilled Pork Tenderloin Rub Ingredients3 tbsp brown sugar 2 tsp garlic powder 2 tsp chili powder 1/2 tsp black pepper 1/2 tsp oregano leaves 1/2 tsp salt 2 lbs. pork tenderloinDirectionsCombine seasonings. Coat pork evenly with the rub. … [Read more...] about Grilled Pork Tenderloin Rub

I found this chocolate chip scone recipe somewhere online a number of years ago. These delicious scones are a favorite around our home.When I went to link to them yesterday in a post, I couldn't believe I hadn't posted these here yet. Happy baking! Chocolate Chip Scones Ingredients1 cup all-purpose flour 3 tbsp sugar 1 and 1/2 tsp baking powder Dash of salt 2 tbsp cold butter 1 egg 3 tbsp whipping cream 1/2 cup miniature chocolate chipsDirectionsIn a bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and … [Read more...] about Chocolate Chip Scones

Here is the requested recipe for Cream Cheese Frosting. This is delicious on cinnamon rolls!  A few considerations...1/2 box of confectioner's sugar is 8 ounces. You can use up to a whole box of confectioner's sugar. The more sugar you add, the less you will taste the cream cheese. I like it to taste more like cream cheese so I would use less sugar than a whole box.I also like to add a dash of salt. Cream Cheese Frosting Ingredients1 stick butter, softened 1 8 oz. pkg of cream cheese, softened 1/2 box of confectioner's … [Read more...] about Cream Cheese Frosting