Primavera Casserole

This Primavera Casserole with spring vegetables is a delightful blend of freshness and flavor that captures the essence of the season. Packed with a colorful medley of vibrant spring vegetables like crisp asparagus, tender peas, and yellow squash, this casserole is a celebration of nature's bounty.

Ingredients

• 8 ounces shaped pasta such as gemelli, fusilli, or rotelle

• 3 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch dice

• 1 large yellow squash, quartered lengthwise, cut into 1/4-inch pieces

• 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced

• 4 ounces sugar snap peas, strings removed, halved

• 6 asparagus spears, ends trimmed, cut into 1-inch pieces

• 2 tablespoons flour

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 2 cups milk

• 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved

• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided

• ⅓ cup chopped fresh basil

• ¼ cup panko bread crumbs

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.

2. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and transfer to a large bowl.

3. Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook bell pepper, squash, and garlic, stirring occasionally, until pepper is crisp-tender, 7 to 10 minutes. Add snap peas and asparagus and cook, stirring, until asparagus is crisp-tender, 2 minutes more.

4. Put flour and salt in a bowl and whisk in milk until smooth. Add flour mixture to skillet and bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently, until sauce is lightly thickened, 3 to 5 minutes.

5. Pour mixture over pasta and stir in tomatoes, 3/4 cup parmesan, and basil. Transfer to prepared baking dish and sprinkle with panko and remaining 1/4 cup parmesan. Bake until top is lightly golden and sauce is bubbling, about 15 minutes.

Instant Pot Loaded Potato Soup

This potato soup cooks in an Instant Pot® and is customizable with assorted toppings. I prefer to get my saltiness from the bacon, so I don't add extra salt. I also like a thicker chowder-like consistency; if you like yours thinner, add more liquid.

• 1 yellow onion, diced

• 4 thick slices cherrywood-smoked bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces

• 1 tablespoon butter

• 2 ½ pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and chopped

• 1 cup water

• 1 ½ teaspoons garlic base (such as Better Than Bouillon® Roasted Garlic Base)

• 1 ½ cups half-and-half

• ½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

• ¼ cup sliced green onions

• ground black pepper to taste

Directions

• Step 1

  Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add onion, bacon, and butter to the hot pot and saute until bacon is crispy, 5 to 8 minutes. Turn off Saute function and transfer contents to a small bowl.

• Step 2

  Add potatoes, water, and garlic base to pot and close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 12 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

• Step 3

  Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 15 minutes. Release remaining pressure carefully using the quick-release method, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Mash potatoes against the side of the pot, leaving some chunks if desired. Add onion-bacon mixture and half-and-half; stir to combine.

• Step 4

  Ladle into soup bowls and top with green onions, Cheddar cheese, and black pepper.

• 1 yellow onion, diced

• 4 thick slices cherrywood-smoked bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces

• 1 tablespoon butter

• 2 ½ pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and chopped

• 1 cup water

• 1 ½ teaspoons garlic base (such as Better Than Bouillon® Roasted Garlic Base)

• 1 ½ cups half-and-half

• ½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

• ¼ cup sliced green onions

• ground black pepper to taste

Directions

• Step 1

  Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add onion, bacon, and butter to the hot pot and saute until bacon is crispy, 5 to 8 minutes. Turn off Saute function and transfer contents to a small bowl.

• Step 2

  Add potatoes, water, and garlic base to pot and close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 12 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

• Step 3

  Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 15 minutes. Release remaining pressure carefully using the quick-release method, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Mash potatoes against the side of the pot, leaving some chunks if desired. Add onion-bacon mixture and half-and-half; stir to combine.

• Step 4

  Ladle into soup bowls and top with green onions, Cheddar cheese, and black pepper.

Honey Glazed Ham

An irresistible Christmas ham with a delicious glaze. Tender, juicy, and flavorful. Coat with honey, butter, and corn syrup. Create a caramelized golden crust by gently basting for optimal tenderness. Aroma fills the air and captivates guests. Create lasting memories with our exceptional recipe. Joyful feasting awaits!

Ingredients

• 1 (5 pound) ready-to-eat ham

• ¼ cup whole cloves

• ¼ cup dark corn syrup

• 2 cups honey

• ⅔ cup butter

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.

2. Score ham, and stud with the whole cloves. Place ham in foil lined pan.

3. In the top half of a double boiler, heat the corn syrup, honey and butter. Keep glaze warm while baking ham.

4. Brush glaze over ham, and bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes in the preheated oven.

5. Baste ham every 10 to 15 minutes with the honey glaze. During the last 4 to 5 minutes of baking, turn on broiler to caramelize the glaze. Remove from oven, and let sit a few minutes before serving.

6. Serve hot and enjoy!

Texas Deer Chili

Looking to add a touch of wild game to your chili repertoire this deer season? Look no further than this mouthwatering Deer Chili! Made from lean and tender cuts of high-quality deer meat, this rustic dish will satisfy even the heartiest of appetites.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

• 2 ½ pounds venison, cut into cubes

• 1 large onion, chopped

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chile peppers

• 2 (15 ounce) cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed

• 2 (10.5 ounce) cans beef broth

• 2 teaspoons dried oregano

• 2 teaspoons ground cumin

• ½ teaspoon salt

• 1 ½ teaspoons paprika

Directions

1. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook venison, onion and garlic in oil until meat is browned.

2. Transfer to a slow cooker and stir together with chiles, beans, broth oregano, cumin, salt and paprika.

3. Cook on medium 4 to 5 hours.

Caramel Apple Pork Chops

Warm, spicy, and sweet, this wonderful Fall recipe is a guaranteed favorite for kids, and is great with smashed potatoes and buttered green beans.

Ingredients

• 4 raw chop with refuse, 106 g; yields excluding refuses (3/4 inch) thick pork chops

• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil

• 2 tablespoons brown sugar

• salt and pepper to taste

• ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon

• ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

• 2 medium (2-3/4" dia) (approx 3 per lb)s tart apples - peeled, cored and sliced

• 3 tablespoons pecans

Directions

• Step 1

  Preheat oven to 175 degrees F (80 degrees C). Place a medium dish in the oven to warm.

• Step 2

  Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brush chops lightly with oil and place in hot pan. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes, turning occasionally, or until done. Transfer to the warm dish, and keep warm in the preheated oven.

• Step 3

  In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, salt and pepper, cinnamon and nutmeg. Add butter to skillet, and stir in brown sugar mixture and apples. Cover and cook until apples are just tender. Remove apples with a slotted spoon and arrange on top of chops. Keep warm in the preheated oven.

• Step 4

  Continue cooking sauce uncovered in skillet, until thickened slightly. Spoon sauce over apples and chops. Sprinkle with pecans.

Air Fryer Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Cilantro Sauce

Simple shrimp tacos made in the air fryer. Add pickled jalapenos and hot sauce if desired.

Ingredients

• ¼ cup Greek yogurt

• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise

• 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro

• 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar

• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder

• ¼ teaspoon onion powder

• ¼ teaspoon cumin

• ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt

• 12 ounces uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 1 teaspoon olive oil

• 1 teaspoon taco seasoning

• 4 (10 inch) flour tortillas, toasted

• 1 cup shredded cabbage

Directions

• Step 1

  Combine yogurt, mayonnaise, cilantro, vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, and salt in a small bowl. Stir until evenly combined and set aside.

• Step 2

  Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

• Step 3

  Pat shrimp dry using a paper towel and place into a bowl. Add olive oil and taco seasoning. Stir until evenly combined.

• Step 4

  Place shrimp in the basket of the preheated air fryer and cook for 4 minutes. Shake and cook for 3 minutes more.

• Step 5

  Place tortillas on serving plates. Divide cabbage and shrimp between the tortillas. Top with reserved sauce and serve.