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Chicken Fried Steak with Jalapeno Bacon Gravy- the southern classic gets even better when the gravy is flavored with jalapenos and bacon for a salty, spicy kick.

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Chicken Fried Steak with Jalapeno Bacon Gravy- the southern classic gets even better when the gravy is flavored with jalapenos and bacon for a salty, spicy kick.

  What is traditional Chicken Fried Steak and Gravy made with? Chicken Fried Steak is made with cubed steak or round steak that has been tenderized. Cubed steak is my first choice because it is already tenderized and it is inexpensive. Chicken Fried Steak is a great recipe for turning cheap meat into a delicious comfort food meal. The steak is typically coated in flour and/or cracker crumbs and fried until crispy. The pan drippings and milk are used to make a gravy. The gravy for chicken fried steak is pretty plain-tasting, but delicious none-the-less. I like it even better...

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With everyone baking sourdough bread these days, I figured I would try my hand at something a little bit different

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With everyone baking sourdough bread these days, I figured I would try my hand at something a little bit different

I often get the question “What do you miss most since going vegan?” and I can honestly say I have gained so much more than I’ve “lost” (no, I don’t miss eating dead animals) but one thing I do remember fondly is a slice of cheesy pizza. Nowadays, we’re so lucky that we have several amazing vegan cheeses out there and I’m using one of them in today’s recipe; an ooey-gooey cheesy garlic bread that is to die for! And I don’t say this lightly. I’ve experimented with many recipes and products, some more successfully than others. Which is why...

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BLT Sandwich {Easy to Make!}

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BLT Sandwich {Easy to Make!}

Everything is better with bacon including our favorite ever BLT sandwich. Made with bacon, lettuce, and tomatoes between two thick slices of toasted bread this sandwich is a hearty lunch option, a simple dinner and an all around favorite! Why We Love this Sandwich When running short on time or short on ideas this classic BLT sandwich is always a family favorite. Made with layers of fresh and tasty ingredients, including lots of bacon, it is a go-to sandwich recipe in my house! With just 15 minutes to make, it is the perfect last-minute lunch or dinner idea. BLT Ingredients...

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The video for this Best Baked Potato recipe is almost entirely a video my son made in a fit of boredom after 3 solid weeks of rain

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The video for this Best Baked Potato recipe is almost entirely a video my son made in a fit of boredom after 3 solid weeks of rain

As it happened, I was working on a recipe for the blog, and he gave me permission to share it because I thought it was hilarious. Watch through to the end, though, where I include the simple hack that will allow you to open your perfect baked potato like they do in steakhouses! A perfectly cooked Baked Potato is a thing of beauty. Our method for the best way to bake a potato yields a crisp, salty skin with fluffy insides every single time and is absolutely fool proof. Well, foolproof uunless you walk away from the oven and forget...

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Turkey Brine creates a tender, moist and juicy turkey with sweet citrusy flavoring and a hint of spice all submerged in a water bath for your turkey to soak from the inside-out

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Turkey Brine creates a tender, moist and juicy turkey with sweet citrusy flavoring and a hint of spice all submerged in a water bath for your turkey to soak from the inside-out

Make your turkey irresistible this holiday season! This Thanksgiving dinner is not complete without side dishes! If you love side dishes try this World’s Best Green Bean Casserole, Cranberry Pecan Sweet Potato Wild Rice Pilar or Roasted Honey Cinnamon Butter Sweet Potatoes with Easy Turkey Gravy drizzled over top. Don’t forget Grandma’s Famous Pumpkin Pie to enjoy for dessert afterwards! Turkey Brine Recipe Make your holidays taste even better with this turkey brine. Soaking in all the flavors from the inside, out is the perfect way to prepare a moist, rich and flavorful turkey. Every turkey needs a good brine to marinate in. All...

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