Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Dates w/ Sausage in Marinara

09 Sunday Mar 2014

Posted by thereluctantcountrygirl.com in Appetizers & Snacks, Italian & Pasta creations, Recipes (ALL), Sides

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This recipe is so easy, why I don’t make these more often?! Sausage and bacon how can this be wrong? Right?! This is a GREAT appetizer to serve guests before any dinner party. You will completely stump them and leave them guessing at exactly what they are eating. The date is so rich and yummy when baked it mimics a savory meat. The flavors work so well together. When we had this as an appetizer at ATAVOLA, I just knew I had to make these at home.

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Kielbasa Sausage Potato Bake with Kale

24 Monday Feb 2014

Posted by thereluctantcountrygirl.com in Beef, Country Cooking and then some!, Pork, Recipes (ALL)

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Bake, cheese, Kale, Kielbasa Sausage, Potato

This one pot meal was perfect for being snowed in. It was easy and lucky for me, I had everything on hand. Zesty potatoes took the place of needed spices and the sausage was filling. The mix of peppers, sausage and onions are classic, after all and the kale just added to that zip of flavors. I used colby cheese on top which seems to make everything more mild. It had nothing to do with the fact that I love cheese and it goes with everything. Simple, filling, yummy and in one pot, you can’t go wrong! Continue reading →

Talapia with a Artichoke, Tomato, Garlic White Wine Tapenade

21 Friday Feb 2014

Posted by thereluctantcountrygirl.com in Beach House Staples, Recipes (ALL), Sauces, Seafood, Vegetarian

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artichoke, Fish sauce, greek fish, greek sauce, pan fried fish, sauteed fish, Tapenade for fish, tomatoe sauce, tomatoe tapenade, Veracruz Sauce

I love fish, but I like to try new flavors whenever I can. I tend to steer away from simmering anything in straight tomato sauce so this sauce is a great alternative when you want to incorporate some freshness into a dish but not overpower what you are cooking. I love artichokes, love them! Whenever I find a new way to use them, the flavor always pays off. This light fish, with the tomato wine reduction and artichoke is a winner. It reminds me of a Greek bruchetta tapenade with a hint of lemon to bring it all together. Served with fresh sauteed asparagus and garlic.

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Easy Cheddar Scalloped Potatoes

13 Thursday Feb 2014

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Those of you that have been reading my blog or know me know that I love cheese. I have a small problem, in fact, as I have not tried a cheese I don’t like. It is also my preferred snack of the day and comfort food. Hashbrown casserole, loaded baked potatoes, creamy mashed potatoes with garlic and cheese. I have made them all. Well, tonight I was in the mood for scalloped potatoes. I make these whenever we have ham. The two together are heaven. These scalloped potatoes are super easy to make and oh so decadent. Creamy, cheesy and the prefect comfort food to compliment any meal, not just ham.

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Peanut Butter Bars ~ Amazing

07 Friday Feb 2014

Posted by thereluctantcountrygirl.com in Recipes (ALL)

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These little peanut butter bars are pure bliss for the chocolate peanut butter lover. These bars were not only amazing to eat but incredibly easy to make!! Check out the recipe here at The Recipe Critic’s website, and while your there take a look around at her other amazing recipes! You won’t be disappointed. (She says while stuffing her face with a peanut butter bar!) YUM!