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Corrnmeal Dinner Rolls

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Cornmeal Dinner Rolls – A delicious side dish perfect for the holidays or any other weeknight meal. The cornmeal gives these rolls the perfect texture!

Cornmeal Dinner Rolls

Cornmeal Dinner Rolls

I will admit, I am a dinner roll hog during the holidays.  With bread being basically my favorite food, I always am snagging extra rolls during any meal that they are out.  Because of that, I know that I always have to bring extras to any holiday event and this year, it is going to be these cornmeal dinner rolls! Now it may sound crazy – cornmeal being used in a dinner roll – but hear me out, it adds just the right amount of texture and flavor to the rolls and they turn out tasting amazing!

Dinner Roll Recipe

Common Questions About Making Cornmeal Dinner Rolls

What can I use cornmeal for?

Cornmeal has so many uses! Some of my favorites include –

What goes best with dinner rolls?

I love to serve these dinner rolls with a little bit of butter and sometimes even jam (such as blueberry or raspberry) or if I want them to be more savory, I throw a bit of butter, parmesan, and fresh parsley on (as shown in pictures) after they are done baking.

Are corn grits and cornmeal the same thing?

No! Cornmeal is more finely ground while corn grits are courser.

What other types of dinner rolls can I make?

There are so many different varieties but here are a few of the most popular –

Homemade Dinner Roll Recipe

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Corrnmeal Dinner Rolls

Corrnmeal Dinner Rolls

Yield: 16 Dinner Rolls
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Additional Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 55 minutes

Cornmeal Dinner Rolls - A delicious side dish perfect for the holidays or any other weeknight meal. The cornmeal gives these rolls the perfect texture!

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornmeal
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 package active dry yeast (1/4 ounce)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup water (warm, 120-130 degrees F)
  • 3 tablespoons butter (melted)
  • 1 egg

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, yeast, salt, and sugar before mixing. Add in warm water and mix until well combined before adding in water, butter, and egg. Mix until fully combined. The dough should be soft, yet sticky.
  2. Transfer dough to a floured surface and knead for about 6-8 minutes. The dough should become smooth and elastic. Place dough in a greased bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Let rise for 1 hour or until the dough has doubled.
  3. Punch the dough down before transferring to a lightly floured surface. Divide into 16 evenly sized balls. Place in a greased 9x13" pan and cover with plastic wrap again. Place rolls in pan and let rise 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  4. Place in the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes or until they are golden brown. Serve warm with butter.
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Cuisine: american / Category: Baking
Cornmeal Dinner Rolls - A delicious side dish perfect for the holidays or any other weeknight meal. The cornmeal gives these rolls the perfect texture! Dinner Rolls | Dinner Roll Recipe | Cornmeal Recipe

Ham and Potato Soup

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Ham and Potato Soup – This recipe is the perfect way to use up leftover holiday ham! Ham, potatoes, carrots, celery, and onion cooked together in a creamy broth.

Ham and Potato Soup

Ham and Potato Soup

Call me crazy but I am more of a holiday ham person than a turkey person.  While I do love making a slow cooker turkey breast on occasion, I prefer to have either my famous maple dijon ham or honey mustard ham during the holidays.  I love that flavor and I find it so much more exciting than turkey! No matter how much I like it though, I am always trying to figure out ways to reinvent all of the leftovers we have every holiday season.  There are only so many times you can eat plain old ham before you need to jazz it up!

One of my favorite ways to use up leftover ham is to make a ham and potato soup.  This classic is so cozy that you really could make it outside of the holidays and enjoy it just as much! Made with lots of leftover ham, carrots, celery, onion, and potato, it is filling and makes quite a few servings so if you still have guests over, it will be enough to feed everyone.

Common Questions About Making Ham and Potato Soup

What kind of potatoes can I use in soup?

Some of the best potatoes to use for soup include russet potatoes and yukon golds.  Since I had both on hand, I used a mix in this recipe.

Can I use leftover ham from the holidays?

Yes, this is a great way to use up extra holiday ham but alternatively, you can always just buy diced ham or even just cut up from thickly sliced deli ham.

What else can I use leftover ham for?

There are so many options but some of my favorites include –

How do I make ham stock?

My instructions for how to make ham stock can be found by clicking HERE.  It’s so easy and really adds depth to any soup or stew that it is used in.

Can I freeze leftover ham?

Yes! Once your ham is cooled, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and then put it in a freezer-safe ziploc or aluminum foil.

Leftover Ham and Potato Soup

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Leftover Ham Recipes

Ham and Potato Soup

Ham and Potato Soup

Yield: 8 Servings
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes

Ham and Potato Soup - This recipe is the perfect way to use up leftover holiday ham! Ham, potatoes, carrots, celery, and onion cooked together in a creamy broth.

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 onion (diced)
  • 3-4 large carrots (sliced)
  • 1/2 cup celery (diced)
  • 4 cups potatoes (peeled and diced)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 3 cups cooked ham (diced)
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups chicken or ham stock
  • 2 cups milk
  • Shredded cheddar cheese (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter. Add in onions and cook until they turn soft and translucent.
  2. Add the carrots, celery, potatoes, black pepper, and garlic into the pot and cook for about 5-7 minutes. Add in the ham and flour, mixing until well combined and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes. Add the stock in and bring the a soft boil for about 10-15 minutes. The potatoes should be tender.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium-low and add in milk. Cook for about 5-7 more minutes or until the soup has started to thicken up.
  4. Serve topped with shredded cheese.
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Cuisine: american / Category: Recipe Index
Ham and Potato Soup - This recipe is the perfect way to use up leftover holiday ham! Ham, potatoes, carrots, celery, and onion cooked together in a creamy broth. Ham Soup | Leftover Ham Recipes | Ham and Potato Soup

Garlic Herb Cheese Mashed Red Potatoes

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Garlic Herb Cheese Mashed Red Potatoes – A delicious side dish perfect as a part of any weeknight meal or as a holiday dish! Red potatoes mashed with creamy boursin cheese and herbs.

Garlic Herb Cheese Mashed Red Potatoes

Garlic Herb Cheese Mashed Red Potatoes

Who else loves mashed potatoes?! One of my favorite ways to have them this season has been to make this garlic herb cheese mashed red potatoes recipe.  While the name might be a mouthful, it is essentially mashed potatoes made with red potatoes that you add garlic herb boursin cheese into to give it a creamy texture and flavor that is hard to top.

Now these mashed potatoes are perfect for everything from being a side dish that’s a part of a regular weeknight meal to being a part of your holiday spread.  I am so excited to whip these tasty mashed potatoes up and serve them on Thanksgiving day!

Mashed Red Potatoes

Common Questions About Making Mashed Red Potatoes

Are red potatoes good for mashing?

Yes! Red potatoes are great for everything from mashing to roasting to baking! The texture of mashed red potatoes is pretty similar to a russet potato.

How do you make red mashed potatoes?

You make mashed red potatoes the same way that you make any other mashed potatoes! Cover them with water, boil, drain, and mash them!

Are red or white potatoes better for mashing?

Either will work well.

Do you peel red potatoes before boiling?

It is not necessary to peel red potatoes before boiling.

What is boursin cheese?

Boursin cheese is essentially cream cheese with herbs and spices mixed into it.  It is available pre-packaged at most grocery stores.

Mashed Red Potatoes Recipe

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Garlic Herb Cheese Mashed Red Potatoes

Garlic Herb Cheese Mashed Red Potatoes

Yield: 8 Servings
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes

Garlic Herb Cheese Mashed Red Potatoes - A delicious side dish perfect as a part of any weeknight meal or as a holiday dish! Red potatoes mashed with creamy boursin cheese and herbs.

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds red potatoes (diced)
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup milk (or half-and-half)
  • 1 package Garlic & Fine Herbs Boursin Cheese

Instructions

  1. In a large pot over medium high heat, bring diced potatoes, water, and salt to a boil. Cook for 15-18 minutes or until the potatoes are soft. Drain the liquid out.
  2. Once the potatoes are drained, mash the potatoes using a potato masher until the are the desired texture.
  3. Add in butter, milk, and boursin cheese. Mix until well combined.
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Cuisine: american / Category: Recipe Index
Garlic Herb Cheese Mashed Red Potatoes - A delicious side dish perfect as a part of any weeknight meal or as a holiday dish! Red potatoes mashed with creamy boursin cheese and herbs. Mashed Red Potatoes | Mashed Red Potatoes Recipe | Red Potato Recipe

Maple Dijon Ham

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Maple Dijon Ham – This is the perfect ham recipe for the holidays! Ham baked with a sweet and tangy maple and dijon mustard glaze.

Maple Dijon Ham

Maple Dijon Ham

It’s holiday ham season! With both Thanksgiving and Christmas around the corner, I have been experimenting with how to make the perfect ham for the holidays and one of my favorite recipes that I came up with was a maple dijon holiday ham recipe! It was sweet, tangy, and delicious.  The whole family loved it so much that I was able to repurpose the ham bone into a ham bone stock and I used that and the remaining ham to make a ham and potato soup that was terrific.  This is sure to be a hit on any holiday table!

Common Questions About Cooking Ham

How long do I warm up a precooked ham?

You need to cook ham at 325 degrees for 10 minutes per pound.

What temperature does my ham need to be?

The internal temperature needs to hit 145 degrees F.

What kind of glaze can I use on ham?

There are so many great glazes for ham! Some of the most popular include a combination of these flavors –

  • Honey
  • Brown sugar
  • Bourbon
  • Pineapple
  • Maple syrup
  • Apricot
  • Peach

Maple Ham

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What can I do with ham leftovers?

There are so many options but some of my favorites include –

Maple Holiday Ham

Maple Dijon Ham

Maple Dijon Ham

Yield: 10 Servings
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes

Maple Dijon Ham - This is the perfect ham recipe for the holidays! Ham baked with a sweet and tangy maple and dijon mustard glaze.

Ingredients

  • 1 bone-in ham (about 9 pounds)
  • 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup dijon mustard
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons stone-ground mustard
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon thyme

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
  2. Place the ham in a 9x13" pan bone side down with 1/2 cup of water at the bottom. Cover with tin foil and place in oven for about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
  3. While the ham is finishing cooking, combine remaining ingredients in a small pan over medium heat and cook until the sugar has dissolved and the butter has melted.
  4. Once the ham has finished ocoking, remove from the oven and spread about half of the glaze evenly on the ham. Place back in the oven and cook for 5 minutes without the tin foil. Once the timer goes off, remove ham from the oven and put the remaining glaze on it. Let cook for 5-10 more minutes.
  5. Remove from the oven and slice. Serve warm.
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Maple Dijon Ham - This is the perfect ham recipe for the holidays! Ham baked with a sweet and tangy maple and dijon mustard glaze. Holiday Ham Recipe | Christmas Ham | Thanksgiving Ham | Maple Ham

Sweet Potato Casserole

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Sweet Potato Casserole – A delicious side dish perfect for the holidays. Classic sweet potato casserole takes less than an hour to make and is a crowd-pleaser.

Sweet Potato Casserole

Who else LOVES sweet potato casserole?! Now this was definitly a dish that took quite a few years for me to get behind and become a fan of but eventually, I figured out what all of the fuss was about and was sold on it.

Now this recipe has that smooth sweet potato filling along with a pecan streusel.  You can also add mini marshmallows but that is totally up to you as I know that some people love them and others don’t.

Common Questions About Making Sweet Potato Casserole

How do you make sweet potato casserole from scratch?

Making sweet potato casserole from scratch is super easy!

  • Peel sweet potatoes and cook them.
  • Drain and mash sweet potatoes
  • Combine mashed sweet potatoes with butter, milk, brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, eggs, and salt.
  • Top with streusel and bake.

Why are there eggs in sweet potato casserole?

Eggs help bind the sweet potato casserole together and helps make it lighter.

Are yams and sweet potatoes the same thing?

They are actually different but sometimes, sweet potatoes are labeled as yams.  If you want to tell them apart, yams have a more bark-like skin while sweet potatoes have a skin closer to that of a potato.

Does sweet potato casserole freeze well?

Yes! Cook the sweet potato casserole, let it cool, and then store it in a air-tight container until you are ready to eat it.

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Sweet Potato Casserole

Sweet Potato Casserole

Yield: 8 Servings
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour

Sweet Potato Casserole - A delicious side dish perfect for the holidays. Classic sweet potato casserole takes less than an hour to make and is a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

Filling

  • 3 pounds sweet potatoes (peeled and diced)
  • 4 tablespoons butter (melted)
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 eggs

Streusel Topping

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons butter (melted)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup pecans
  • 2 cups mini marshmallows (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, add in peeled and diced sweet potatoes and enough water to cover them completely. Bring to a boil and cook for about 15-18 minutes. The sweet potatoes should be tender.
  2. Drain the sweet potatoes and then mash them until smooth.
  3. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and spray a 9x9" pan with non-stick spray.
  4. In a medium mixing bowl, combine mashed sweet potates, milk, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, eggs, and salt. Mix until well combined. Transfer to the baking dish.
  5. In a small mixing bowl, combine ingredients for the streusel (minus the mini marshmallows) and mix until combined. Spread across the top of the sweet potatoes (along with the mini marshmallows now if you are using them). Place in oven and bake for 25-30 minutes.
© Madi
Cuisine: american / Category: Recipe Index
Sweet Potato Casserole - A delicious side dish perfect for the holidays. Classic sweet potato casserole takes less than an hour to make and is a crowd-pleaser. Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe | Thanksgiving Sweet Potatoes | Sweet Potato Recipe

Turkey Pot Pie

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Turkey Pot Pie – Homemade turkey pot pie made right in a skillet! This meal is the perfect comfort food and it’s a great way to use up extra turkey from the holidays!

Leftover Turkey Recipe

Turkey Pot Pie

Every year after the holidays, I am desperately trying to reinvent the leftovers into fun and exciting meals because lets be honest, you only want to eat turkey and gravy over mashed potatoes so many times.  This year, I decided to use my favorite chicken pot pie recipe and turn it into a turkey pot pie using my leftovers from making a slow cooker turkey breast.  This had to be one of my favorite reinventions of turkey leftovers ever, it was so comforting, yet different enough that it was exciting.

Now you can definitely make your pot pie prettier than mine, my crust was a little too warm when I put it on top but you can also keep it simple and just add slits on top for ventilation.  Don’t forget to do that or else you might end up with some unexpected holes or oozing in it.

Turkey Pot Pie

Common questions about making turkey pot pie

How do you make a turkey pot pie?

To make a homemade turkey pot pie, you line a pan with pie crust, make the gravy, mix that with the turkey and vegetables before putting it into the pie crust, and top with the other pie crust.  Then, you place the chicken pot pie in the oven and bake until the pie is golden brown.

Can you freeze homemade turkey pot pie?

Yes, one of the great things about turkey pot pie is how well it freezes and reheats.  You can either freeze it cooked or uncooked, if it has already been cooked, then make sure it has completely cooled before wrapping and freezing it.  This is especially great if you are a bit tired of turkey after the holidays as you can enjoy the pot pie with it in it at a later date.

How do you reheat turkey pot pie?

To reheat a turkey pot pie, simply follow the same instructions as you used to bake it.  For this recipe, cook it for about 30-35 minutes at 425 degrees.  Make sure to keep an eye on it and if the top starts to brown too much, place aluminum foil over it.

How do you make chicken pot pie?

To make a chicken pot pie instead of a chicken pot pie, simply substitute in shredded chicken instead of turkey.  The rest of the recipe will remain exactly the same as the turkey version.

How long can you keep turkey pot pie in the fridge?

You can keep a turkey pot pie in the fridge for about 2-4 days and in the freezer about 6 months.

What else can I do with leftover turkey?

Some of my favorite uses for leftover turkey include –

Turkey Pot Pie Recipe

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Thanksgiving Leftovers Recipe

Turkey Pot Pie

Turkey Pot Pie

Yield: 6-8 Servings
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes

Turkey Pot Pie – Homemade turkey pot pie made right in a skillet! This meal is the perfect comfort food and it’s a great way to use up extra turkey from the holidays!

Ingredients

  • 2 pie crusts (9")
  • 2 cups shredded turkey
  • 1 cup carrots (sliced)
  • 1 cup potatoes (diced)
  • 1/2 cup celery (sliced)
  • 1/2 cup peas
  • 1/4 cup onion (chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1/3 cup flour
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 2/3 cup half and half
  • Egg wash

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, combine olive oil, potatoes, carrots, onion, celery, and garlic over medium heat. Cook for 10 minutes, occasionally stirring.
  2. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add in the flour, salt, black pepper, thyme, chicken broth, and half and half. Bring to a boil over medium heat and then reduce to a simmer. Once the sauce has thickened, remove from heat.
  3. Preheat oven to 425 degrees and line a skilet (or 9" pie dish) with one of the pie crusts.
  4. Combine sauce, turkey, peas, and cooked vegetables. Mix until combined and then transfer into the pie crust in the skillet. Top with the second pie crust and cut slits in the top as vents. Cover with egg wash and then place in the oven to bake for 35-40 minutes. The crust should be golden brown and flaky when it is done. Let cool before slicing.
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Cuisine: american / Category: Recipe Index
Turkey Pot Pie – Homemade turkey pot pie made right in a skillet! This meal is the perfect comfort food and it’s a great way to use up extra turkey from the holidays! Leftover Turkey Recipe | Turkey Pot Pie | Thanksgiving Leftover Recipe

Roasted Rutabaga

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Roasted Rutabaga – A quick and easy side dish made by roasting rutabaga. This 5 ingredient recipe is great for the holidays or as a part of a simple weeknight meal.

Roasted Rutabaga

Roasted Rutabaga

Having lived in the UP for quite a few years, rutabaga’s prescence in the regional classic – the pasty – was always there.  I’d see it everytime I went to the grocery store but apart from the pasties I’d get from my local pasty shop, I had never had them nor heard of them.  After using them in a stew one time, I was sold and since then I have been experimenting with different ways of cooking them with one of my favorites being roasting rutabaga.

This is such an easy side dish and a great way to give rutabaga a try.  It is a strongly flavor root vegetable but it really grows on you!

Common Questions About Rutabaga

What can I do with a rutabaga?

So many things can be done with a rutabaga! Some of the most popular uses include –

  • Roasted rutabaga
  • Mashed rutabaga
  • Pasties
  • Stews
  • Casseroles
  • Soups

Do rutabaga taste like potato?

A rutabaga is more similar to the taste of a turnip but with a texture closer to that of a potato.

What is the difference between a swede and a rutabaga?

A swede and rutabaga are the same thing.  The word rutabaga comes from the Swedish word rotabagge (“baggy root”) while the word swede comes from the fact it is commonly called a “Swedish turnip” or “swede”.

What can I pair rutabaga with?

Rutabaga pairs well with so many things! Some of my favorites include –

Rutabaga Recipe

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Roasted Rutabaga Recipe

Roasted Rutabaga

Roasted Rutabaga

Yield: 6 Servings
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

Roasted Rutabaga - A quick and easy side dish made by roasting rutabaga. This 5 ingredient recipe is great for the holidays or as a part of a simple weeknight meal.

Ingredients

  • 1 large rutabaga (peeled and diced)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine all ingredients. Mix until the pieces of rutabaga are well coated and then transfer to a 9" cast iron skillet or a sheet pan. Place in oven and cook for 40-45 minutes or until the rutabaga is cooked through and tender.
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Roasted Fingerling Potatoes

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Roasted Fingerling Potatoes – A quick and easy side dish that is a great way to use fingerling potatoes! All you need is 30 minutes and 5 simple ingredients.

Roasted Fingerling Potatoes

Roasted Fingerling Potatoes

After sharing my roasted purple potatoes recipe a few weeks back, I was interested in trying some other varieties or potatoes that weren’t the run of the mill russet potatoes.  One of my favorites that I came across was the fingerling potato, an elegant jewel-toned beauty that tasted amazing with any combination of spices on it.  While they are simple to prepare and cook, they look really extraordinary in comparison to some other types of potatoes.

Roasted fingerling potatoes can be served as part of a holiday meal or as a weeknight dinner in just about 30 minutes.  If you need to reheat them, place them in the oven at 400 for about 10 minutes or until they are warm throughout.

Common Questions About Cooking Fingerling Potatoes

What kind of potatoes are fingerling?

Fingerling potatoes are their own type of potato that are long and skinny.  They can come in a traditional yellow color or other colors such as purple.

Do fingerling potatoes taste different?

They don’t taste terribly different from other potato varieties.  I cook them exactly the same as other potatoes and you can’t really taste a major difference.

Do you have to peel fingerling potatoes?

You do not need to peel fingerling potatoes, so long as you give them a good wash, they are ready to go as is.

What can I serve fingerling potatoes with?

Some of my favorite dishes to serve fingerling potatoes with include –

Fingerling Potato Recipe

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Fingerling Potatoes Recipe

Roasted Fingerling Potatoes

Roasted Fingerling Potatoes

Yield: 6 Servings
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes

Roasted Fingerling Potatoes - A quick and easy side dish that is a great way to use fingerling potatoes! All you need is 30 minutes and 5 simple ingredients.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 - 2 pounds fingerling potatoes (cleaned and sliced in half)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
  2. Combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl and mix until the potatoes are well coated. Transfer to a large skillet or sheet pan and place in the oven to cook for 25-30 minutes or until the potatoes are cooked through and tender.
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Roasted Fingerling Potatoes - A quick and easy side dish that is a great way to use fingerling potatoes! All you need is 30 minutes and 5 simple ingredients. Fingerling Potato Recipe | Fingerling Potatoes | Potato Recipe

Roasted Rainbow Carrots

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Roasted Rainbow Carrots – A quick and easy side dish great for the holidays or as a part of a weeknight meal. These gorgeous carrots are sure to be a hit.

Roasted Rainbow Carrots

Roasted Rainbow Carrots

Rainbow carrots have been one of my favorite finds of the past few years.  Whenever I am at the grocery store getting carrots and they have any rainbow carrots, I always go for them because of how beautiful they look.  I think they really make any dish look more elegant even though they are simply prettier carrots.

Now this recipe is great for the holidays as a side dish or even just for a normal weeknight meal.  You can jazz up the spices if you would like, I kept them pretty simple for this recipe.  Sometimes I whip up a honey thyme glaze for them or add balsamic but really, they taste so good with simple spices that I normally just stick with that.

Common Questions About Making Roasted Rainbow Carrots

How do you get rainbow carrots?

There are naturally a variety of different colors of carrots with orange being the most popular the past few centuries.  Now, rainbow carrots are generally sold together either as full size or baby carrots.

Do rainbow carrots taste different?

The taste difference between different colors of carrots is not terribly noticeable.  There is a slight difference but overall, you can use them in place of baby orange carrots in recipes.

Can I eat rainbow carrots raw?

Yes! Just like any other carrot, you can eat it raw.

Rainbow Carrots

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Roasted Rainbow Carrots

Roasted Rainbow Carrots

Yield: 6 Servings
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes

Roasted Rainbow Carrots - A quick and easy side dish great for the holidays or as a part of a weeknight meal. These gorgeous carrots are sure to be a hit.

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds baby rainbow carrots
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine all ingredients and mix until the carrots are well coated. Transfer to a 9" cast iron skillet (or baking sheet) and place in the oven. Cook for 30-40 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes. The carrots should be tender once they are done.
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Roasted Rainbow Carrots - A quick and easy side dish great for the holidays or as a part of a weeknight meal. These gorgeous carrots are sure to be a hit. Rainbow Carrots | Roasted Carrots | Roasted Rainbow Carrots

Venison Chili

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Venison Chili – This is the best venison chili recipe! Made with classic chili ingredients with instructions for cooking the stew in a slow cooker, instant pot, or on the stovetop.

Venison Chili

Venison Chili

One of the BEST things to do with venison (in my humble opinion) is to make chili with it! It is such a favorite that it was even served at my pre-wedding party last year and it disappeared so quickly!

Now this recipe can be made in the Instant Pot, slow cooker, or on the stovetop so it is totally up to you which you prefer.  I switch between cooking methods depending on how much time I have to make the chili each time.  You can also really adjust this recipe based on preference and add more beans, less beans, more tomato, etc.  Experiment with it and see what you like best!

Common Questions About Making Venison Chili

What can I serve with venison chili?

Some of my favorite things to serve with chili include –

What can I top my chili with?

Some of the best toppings for chili are –

  • Diced onions
  • Cheddar cheese
  • Bacon
  • Avocado
  • Cornbread
  • Sour cream
  • Green onions
  • Pickled jalapenos
  • Doritos
  • Fritos
  • Lime Juice

Is chili good for you?

Chili can be pretty good for you if you go with low sodium options for the beans, tomatoes, broth, etc.  It also has a good amount of protein from the meat and beans.

Can I freeze chili?

Yes, let the chili fully cool and then transfer it to a freezer safe bag if you would like to freeze some of it.

What kind of beans can I use in chili?

I usually stick to using light and dark red kidney beans but you can also use black beans or pinto beans in chili.

Venison Recipe

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Easy Venison Chili Recipe

Venison Chili

Venison Chili

Yield: 6-8 Servings
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes

Venison Chili - This is the best venison chili recipe! Made with classic chili ingredients with instructions for cooking the stew in a slow cooker, instant pot, or on the stovetop.

Ingredients

Venison Chili

  • 2 pounds ground venison
  • 4 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 (15 ounce) can dark red kidney beans
  • 1 (15 ounce) can light red kidney beans

Toppings (Optional)

  • Sour cream
  • Cheddar cheese (shredded)

Instructions

Stovetop Instructions

  1. In a medium pan, saute ground venison, onion, and garlic in olive oil over medium-high heat until the venison has browned.
  2. Transfer browned meat, onions, and garlic into a dutch oven. Add in the remaining ingredients and bring the chili to a boil before reducing the heat to a simmer to cook for 20-30 minutes.
  3. Serve topped with sour cream and cheddar (optional).

Slow Cooker Instructions

  1. In a medium pan, saute ground venison, onion, and garlic in olive oil over medium-high heat until the venison has browned.
  2. Transfer browned meat, onions, and garlic into a 6-quart slow cooker. Add in remaining ingredients and set slow cooker to HIGH for 2-3 hours or LOW for 4-6 hours.
  3. Serve topped with sour cream and cheddar (optional).

Instant Pot Instructions

  1. Using the SAUTE function on the Instant Pot, saute the venison, onion, and garlic in olive oil until the venison has browned.
  2. Add in remaining ingredients and seal the Instant Pot. Cook on HIGH pressure for 14 minutes.
  3. Once it has finished cooking, follow the instructions for your Instant Pot on how to preform a quick release.
  4. Serve topped with sour cream and cheddar (optional).

Notes

This recipe was adapted from Who Needs a Cape

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