Flavored Butter 3 Ways

 Chili Lime Butter

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened

1 tablespoon lime juice

1 teaspoon honey

1/2 teaspoon chili powder

In medium bowl, combine all ingredients. Mix well.

Green Chile Butter

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened

2 tablespoons chopped green chile

1/2 teaspoon garlic salt

In medium bowl, combine all ingredients. Mix well.

Parmesan Cheese Butter

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt

In medium bowl, combine all ingredients. Mix well.

We were invited to our friends house to grill out.  I was responsible for bringing the corn on the cob.  I write cookbooks, I can't just take plain old corn on the cob.  As I pondered different ways to make grilled corn special, I decided simple is better when it comes to feeding a crowd.

We live in New Mexico, so I made two flavored butters that had a bit of a Mexican flair to them.  The Parmesan cheese butter, is a simple flavor combination that pleased even the picky eaters at the cook out.

Check back on Tuesday, 
for Microwave tips!

Visit my friends blogs!

You will love Bo and his blog,  Bo's Bowl.  Not only does he host great giveaways,  his recipes are incredible!  One visit to his blog and you will see why I faithfully follow it.

Also visit my friend Pam's blog, Pam's Midwest Kitchen Korner,  for more great recipes!  Once you read her blog, she will be your friend too!

Prize Winning Mexican Casserole Recipes

Southwestern Chili Cheese Dog Casserole

4 cups chili, divided
8 hot dogs
8 fajita size flour tortillas
16 tablespoons Monterrey jack queso dip, divided
1 1/2 cups shredded pepper jack cheddar Mexican blend cheese

Preheat oven to 425 degrees.  Spread 2 cups chili on the bottom of 11x7 or 13x9 baking pan.  Spread 2 tablespoons queso dip on each tortilla.  Place a hot dog on each tortilla, roll up like an enchilada.  Place tortillas seam down in baking pan.  Spread 2 cups chili over tortillas.  Sprinkle pepper jack cheese over top.  Cover will foil.  Bake 20 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted.

 Nacho Chicken Mac & Cheese

1 (12 ounce) box mac and cheese
1 1/4 cups salsa, divided
1 (10 ounce) package frozen cooked fajita chicken strips
1 1/4 cup shredded Mexican cheese
2 cups slightly crushed nacho cheese tortilla chips

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Prepare mac and cheese according to package directions.  Spray a 9x9 inch baking dish with cooking spray. In baking dish, combine prepared mac and cheese and 3/4 cup salsa.  Mix well.  Microwave chicken strips for 3 to 4 minutes or until heated through.  Arrange on top of mac and cheese mixture.  Spread 1/2 cup salsa over chicken.  Sprinkle 1 cup shredded cheese over salsa.  Top with crushed tortilla chips.  Sprinkle 1/4 cup shredded cheese on top.  Bake 20 minutes.

One of the highlights of being at the Iowa State Fair was judging cooking competitions!    I judged sugar cookies, desserts, scones, casseroles, and bread contests.  There are fabulous cooks in Iowa and it is very hard to pick a winner.

 

I am really glad you don't know who makes the dishes you are testing.  As it turned out, many of my friends won or place in the contests I judged.  My friend Darrellyn, won second place in the, "Quick and Easy 5 Ingredient Casserole Contest", with the above, Southwestern Chili Cheese Dog Casserole recipe.

Visit my friends blogs!

You will love Bo and his blog,  Bo's Bowl.  Not only does he host great giveaways,  his recipes are incredible!  One visit to his blog and you will see why I faithfully follow it.

Also visit my friend Pam's blog, Pam's Midwest Kitchen Korner,  for more great recipes!  Once you read her blog, she will be your friend too!

Taco Chili

Taco Chili

1 pound lean ground beef
2 (15 ounce) cans seasoned tomato sauce with diced tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can chili beans with chili gravy
1 (15 ounce) can hominy or whole kernel corn, undrained
1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix

In large skillet, brown ground beef over medium heat. Drain. In 3 1/2 to 4 quart slow cooker, combine all ingredients. Mix well. Cover. Cook on low 4 to 6 hours or high 2 to 3 hours.  If desired, top with sour cream and shredded cheddar cheese.  You can also serve this chili with tortilla chips.  Makes 4 to 6 servings.

This chili is perfect for Super Bowl Sunday!  It is quick and easy and will allow you to spend time with your guests instead of in the kitchen.  

Set up a chili bar with all of your favorite chili toppings, such as shredded cheddar cheese, sliced jalapenos, diced onion, tomatoes, and of course sour cream.  I also like to put out a big bowl of Fritos corn chips. I put the chips in the bottom of my bowl, fill my bowl with chili, then top it with my favorite garnishes. 

Friday has become my favorite day of the week!  Today, I am sharing this recipe on two radio stations.  First on my weekly, Fast Food Friday's, on the Passion Radio Network.  I love doing that segment!

I will also be on my friend George's, Foodie Friday, segment on KICD AM1240.  George has invited me be a regular on his show, so once a month I will be sharing recipes and tips on his Foodie Friday segment.  Thanks George; it is always fun to be interviewed by you!  

      

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The winner of the drawing for the Followers of my blog is:

Diane of My Life in the Charente

Reading her blog is like taking a trip to France and the UK!  Her pictures are incredible and her writing will draw you into her adventurous life! 

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Visit my friends blogs!

You will love Bo and his blog,  Bo's Bowl.  Not only does he host great giveaways,  his recipes are incredible!  One visit to his blog and you will see why I faithfully 
follow it.

Also visit my friend Pam's blog, Pam's Midwest Kitchen Korner,  for more great recipes!  Once you read her blog, she will be your friend too!

Stop by and visit Ashley, at What Does A Songbird Sing.  She posts recipes and exercise tips on her blog, and who couldn't use a little more of both!