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Karen’s Killer Fixin’s: Potato-Crusted Chicken & Pine Nut Vinaigrette

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It’s time for Karen’s Killer Fixin’s! Over the years, I’ve filled two 4-inch, 3-ring binders with my own creations as well as recipes my family and friends were willing to share with me. I simply love to cook and want to share that love with my readers. So every Friday, I share one recipe I think you and your family might enjoy. It might be a main course recipe. A cookie or baked item. Candy. Salads. Whatever strikes my eye and fancy…which today is POTATO-CRUSTED CHICKEN with PINE NUT VINAIGRETTE!

This is a fun twist on pan fried chicken. The pine nuts are a delicious twist. For a double bonus, try the vinaigrette for salads, too.

I hope you enjoy today’s Killer Fixin’s. Happy eating!

Karen

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Karen’s Killer Fixin’s: Banana Bourbon Bread Pudding

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It’s time for Karen’s Killer Fixin’s! Over the years, I’ve filled two 4-inch, 3-ring binders with my own creations as well as recipes my family and friends were willing to share with me. I simply love to cook and want to share that love with my readers. So every Friday, I share one recipe I think you and your family might enjoy. It might be a main course recipe. A cookie or baked item. Candy. Salads. Whatever strikes my eye and fancy…which today is BANANA BOURBON BREAD PUDDING!

If you’re looking for an unusual, decadent dessert to spring on your significant other for that special Valentine’s Day dinner, look no further. This recipe is perfect for those who love bread pudding…with a twist. Blend together all of the elements for a romantic treat.

I hope you enjoy today’s Killer Fixin’s. Happy eating!

Karen

P.S. We’re at 186 recipes and counting with this posting. Hope you find some recipes you like. If this is your first visit, please check out past blogs for more Killer Fixin’s. In the right hand column menu, you can even look up past recipes by type. i.e. Desserts, Breads, Beef, Chicken, Soups, Author Specials, etc. Continue reading Karen’s Killer Fixin’s: Banana Bourbon Bread Pudding →

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Karen’s Killer Fixin’s: Garlicky Chicken Soup

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It’s time for Karen’s Killer Fixin’s! Over the years, I’ve filled two 4-inch, 3-ring binders with my own creations as well as recipes my family and friends were willing to share with me. I simply love to cook and want to share that love with my readers. So every Friday, I share one recipe I think you and your family might enjoy. It might be a main course recipe. A cookie or baked item. Candy. Salads. Whatever strikes my eye and fancy…which today is GARLICKY CHICKEN SOUP!

I love garlic…LOTS of garlic. I put it in everything I can. Needless to say, this recipe is a favorite. It’s also delicious and satisfying.

I hope you enjoy today’s Killer Fixin’s. Happy eating!

Karen

P.S. We’re at 182 recipes and counting with this posting. Hope you find some recipes you like. If this is your first visit, please check out past blogs for more Killer Fixin’s. In the right hand column menu, you can even look up past recipes by type. i.e. Desserts, Breads, Beef, Chicken, Soups, Author Specials, etc. Continue reading Karen’s Killer Fixin’s: Garlicky Chicken Soup →

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Karen’s Killer Fixin’s: Berta’s Coffee Cake

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It’s time for Karen’s Killer Fixin’s! Over the years, I’ve filled two 4-inch, 3-ring binders with my own creations as well as recipes my family and friends were willing to share with me. I simply love to cook and want to share that love with my readers. So every Friday, I share one recipe I think you and your family might enjoy. It might be a main course recipe. A cookie or baked item. Candy. Salads. Whatever strikes my eye and fancy…which today is BERTA’S COFFEE CAKE!

I mentioned making this coffee cake on Facebook recently and had a request to share the recipe, so here it is. I can usually give coffee cake a miss, but not this one. It’s a moist and flavorful recipe, and been “in the family” four generations now with my grown children. So, who’s Berta, you ask? Berta was the cook at the college where my husband’s grandmother was a sorority housemother. My husband has lots of fond memories of visiting his grandmother at the sorority as a child, and Berta’s coffee cake was a favorite.

I hope you enjoy today’s Killer Fixin’s. Happy eating!

Karen

P.S. We’re at 180 recipes and counting with this posting. Hope you find some recipes you like. If this is your first visit, please check out past blogs for more Killer Fixin’s. In the right hand column menu, you can even look up past recipes by type. i.e. Desserts, Breads, Beef, Chicken, Soups, Author Specials, etc. Continue reading Karen’s Killer Fixin’s: Berta’s Coffee Cake →

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Karen’s Killer Fixin’s: Spinach Quiche w/Shredded Potato Crust

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Following_RecipeSMALLER   It’s time for Karen’s Killer Fixin’s! Over the years, I’ve filled two 4-inch, 3-ring binders with my own creations as well as recipes my family and friends were willing to share with me. I simply love to cook and want to share that love with my readers. So every Friday, I share one recipe I think you and your family might enjoy. It might be a main course recipe. A cookie or baked item. Candy. Salads. Whatever strikes my eye and fancy…which today is SPINACH QUICHE W/SHREDDED POTATO CRUST!

I have to admit that I haven’t made this one recently, probably because the kids have left the nest so I don’t cook as much as I used to, I forget I have the recipe, and it’s much easier to buy a pre-made crust when I’m in the mood for quiche. But, this is worth the trouble for the occasional special treat.

I hope you enjoy today’s Killer Fixin’s. Happy eating!

Karen

P.S. We’re at 178 recipes and counting with this posting. Hope you find some recipes you like. If this is your first visit, please check out past blogs for more Killer Fixin’s. In the right hand column menu, you can even look up past recipes by type. i.e. Desserts, Breads, Beef, Chicken, Soups, Author Specials, etc. Continue reading Karen’s Killer Fixin’s: Spinach Quiche w/Shredded Potato Crust →

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Karen’s Killer Fixin’s: Empanadas

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Following_RecipeSMALLER   It’s time for Karen’s Killer Fixin’s! Over the years, I’ve filled two 4-inch, 3-ring binders with my own creations as well as recipes my family and friends were willing to share with me. I simply love to cook and want to share that love with my readers. So every Friday, I share one recipe I think you and your family might enjoy. It might be a main course recipe. A cookie or baked item. Candy. Salads. Whatever strikes my eye and fancy…which today is EMPANADAS!

Empanadas are a little bit of work for a lot of fun and flavor. But so worth it! Who doesn’t like little meat or fruit pies? I think they can be just as good eaten cold for lunch, depending on the ingredients you use. I personally don’t like cold beans but a meat, onion and red pepper empanada is a nice alternative to a sandwich.

I hope you enjoy today’s Killer Fixin’s. Happy eating!

Karen

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Karen’s Killer Fixin’s: Corn Casserole

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Following_RecipeSMALLER   It’s time for Karen’s Killer Fixin’s! Over the years, I’ve filled two 4-inch, 3-ring binders with my own creations as well as recipes my family and friends were willing to share with me. I simply love to cook and want to share that love with my readers. So every Friday, I share one recipe I think you and your family might enjoy. It might be a main course recipe. A cookie or baked item. Candy. Salads. Whatever strikes my eye and fancy…which today is CORN CASSEROLE!

I grew up with this staple at barbecues and BASD (bring a side dish) social events. It’s easy to fix and satisfying. This is one of the few ways I actually enjoy corn bread because it’s moist. Instead of bringing the standard green beans or baked beans to your next party, try this corn casserole instead.

I hope you enjoy today’s Killer Fixin’s. Happy eating!

Karen

P.S. We’re at 162 recipes and counting with this posting. Hope you find some recipes you like. If this is your first visit, please check out past blogs for more Killer Fixin’s. In the right hand column menu, you can even look up past recipes by type. i.e. Desserts, Breads, Beef, Chicken, Soups, Author Specials, etc. Continue reading Karen’s Killer Fixin’s: Corn Casserole →

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Karen’s Killer Fixin’s: Oatmeal Chocolate Sandwich Cookies

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Following_RecipeSMALLER   It’s time for Karen’s Killer Fixin’s! Over the years, I’ve filled two 4-inch, 3-ring binders with my own creations as well as recipes my family and friends were willing to share with me. I simply love to cook and want to share that love with my readers. So every Friday, I share one recipe I think you and your family might enjoy. It might be a main course recipe. A cookie or baked item. Candy. Salads. Whatever strikes my eye and fancy…which today is OATMEAL CHOCOLATE SANDWICH COOKIES!

Oatmeal? Semisweet chocolate? There is no way this cookie doesn’t top the charts on deliciousness! They’re really not difficult to make and add that “something extra” to wow the neighborhood block party or show your family how much you love them.

I hope you enjoy today’s Killer Fixin’s. Happy eating!

Karen

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Karen’s Killer Fixin’s: Ham & Cheese Calzone

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Following_RecipeSMALLER   It’s time for Karen’s Killer Fixin’s! Over the years, I’ve filled two 4-inch, 3-ring binders with my own creations as well as recipes my family and friends were willing to share with me. I simply love to cook and want to share that love with my readers. So every Friday, I share one recipe I think you and your family might enjoy. It might be a main course recipe. A cookie or baked item. Candy. Salads. Whatever strikes my eye and fancy…which today is HAM & CHEESE CALZONE!

I love calzones. They’re such a great twist on pizza. But, they take so much work to prepare…or so it seems. This is a great deli-style calzone, and relatively easy to prepare. You can adjust this recipe to fashion the more traditional pizza calzone with meats and pizza sauce, if you prefer.

I hope you enjoy today’s Killer Fixin’s. Happy eating!

Karen

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HAM & CHEESE CALZONE
[Serves 8]

2 T. mayonnaise
2 tsp. Dijon mustard
1 cup broccoli florets
1 (8 oz.) sliced smoked deli ham
½ small onion
8 oz. cheese, grated, divided
1 T. vegetable oil, divided
2 pkg. (13.8 oz each) refrigerator pizza crust
1 oz. Parmesan cheese, grated

Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Combine mayonnaise and mustard in bowl; mix well. Cut broccoli into small florets; dice ham and chop onion. Grate cheese. Combine broccoli, ham, onion and half of cheese in bowl.

Lightly brush cookie sheet with 1 tsp. oil. Unroll one package of dough gently stretching and pressing dough to cover bottom. Sprinkle with remaining cheese to within one inch of edges; spoon ham mixture over cheese. Starting on one end, unroll remaining dough directly over filling, matching edges of dough and shaping to fit as dough is unrolled. Trim ½ inch off sides of dough. Press edges to seal. Brush remaining oil over dough. With knife, make 12 slits, in three rows of four each, into top crust.

Bake 14-16 minutes or until golden brown. Meanwhile, grate Parmesan cheese and sprinkle over calzone. Return calzone to oven; bake 2-3 minutes or until cheese is melted and crust is deep golden brown. Slice and serve.

 

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Karen’s Killer Fixin’s: German Chocolate Truffles

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Following_RecipeSMALLER   It’s time for Karen’s Killer Fixin’s! Over the years, I’ve filled two 4-inch, 3-ring binders with my own creations as well as recipes my family and friends were willing to share with me. I simply love to cook and want to share that love with my readers. So every Friday, I share one recipe I think you and your family might enjoy. It might be a main course recipe. A cookie or baked item. Candy. Salads. Whatever strikes my eye and fancy…which today is GERMAN CHOCOLATE TRUFFLES!

Who loves chocolate truffles as much as I do? These might not be the typical candies you’d find in a candy store, but they’re easy to make and still delicious. Oh, man! My mouth is watering just posting this blog! 🙂

I hope you enjoy today’s Killer Fixin’s. Happy eating!

Karen

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GERMAN CHOCOLATE TRUFFLES
[Makes 6 dozen]

2 cups (12 oz.) semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 (4-oz.) pkg. Sweet cooking chocolate
1 (14 oz.) can sweetened condensed milk
1 T. vanilla extract

Unsweetened cocoa, powdered sugar, finely chopped nuts, flaked coconut, or chocolate sprinkles

In heavy saucepan, over low heat, melt chips and cooking chocolate with sweetened condensed milk. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla. Chill two hours or until firm.

Shape into 1-inch balls; roll in any of the above coatings. Chill one hour, or until firm. Store tightly covered at room temperature.