JanDee Crafts

Happy Fourth of July friends! I hope you’re spending your day surrounded by loved ones, sparkly explosions in the sky, hearty laughs, and FOOD! May this day be filled with warm memories, backyard burgers, and gratitude for the blessings we have in being able to come together as friends and family to celebrate freedom. Thank you for supporting this little home kitchen of mine. You all are the sweetest and I appreciate your kind words and love of comfort food so much!  HAPPY FOURTH!!  ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜  Stay safe, make good food, and celebrate the day!  🎉🎊🍔🌭🍿   

Hello friends! I am home from a most amazing vacation! Ready to get back into the swing of things (until our next vacation...LOL!!) Here is a menu for the next little bit. Thank you for being here!  Have a great week and  ENJOY YOUR KITCHEN! DINNERS Old fashioned goulash and garlic knots and bean salad Mississippi Slow Pig over mashed potatoes, green salad and  OUT   FHE- COPYCAT CAFE RIO SALAD BAR-We bring Cheese, black beans and corn   Cheese stuffed sausages, the best garlic bread and green salad DESSERTS no bake raspberry cheesecake  

Hello there! This is our families actual menu for the next bit. Have a great week!   ENJOY YOUR KITCHEN! DINNERS BBQ chicken bacon pizza, green salad and garlic bread Hearty Bean dip and tortilla chips and cheese Pizza OUT for Birthday party Sm oked Brisket, Deconstructed Green bean bundles, pasta salad and cornbread  Old fashioned goulash and garlic knots and bean salad DESSERTS Strawberries and Cream Poke Cake Portillo's Chocolate cake  

These cute little Berry Cream Tarts are pure summer dessert bliss! A buttery graham cracker crust filled with creamy goodness and topped off with whipped cream and juicy berries. They’re easy to make and look like they came from a bakery. Serve them at your next brunch, baby shower, tea party, or holiday get together. Or make them whenever you’re in the mood for a gorgeous dessert that doesn’t require too much work. Fresh strawberries and blackberries paired with creamy filling and a buttery crumb crust is absolutely heavenly in every bite. These adorable tarts are sure to impress whether you’re making them for a special occasion or just to enjoy with your morning coffee. Light, creamy, and FULL of berry deliciousness!  

Hi There! Here is my families actual menu over the next few days! What plans do you have over summer? We have a couple of exciting vacations we are looking forward to! How about you?  DINNERS Copycat Chicken Salad Chicks Classic Carol chicken salad, my broccoli salad, and chips  Hamburger potato casserole and roasted broccoli Hearty Bean dip with tortilla chips and cheese Old fashioned goulash and garlic knots and bean salad The Best Marinated Pork chops, Roasted Garlic butter parmesan cheese potatoes, roasted green beans  Ham egg and cheese English muffin breakfast casserole, and fruit DESSERTS   Raspberry Lemon Cake  Prison peanut butter bars          

I used to believe that pork chops were meant to be dry. NOT TRUE!!   That was before I learned this trick.  Thick-cut pork chops brined in salt water PRE-COOKING are the way to go! I put my pork chops in Tupperware or freezer bag and dissolve ¼ cup of kosher salt in water. Allow them to sit for at least 8 hours. They will come out juicy and so tender! Just pat dry before cooking them hot and fast. Read 400 degrees for about 20 minutes (maybe less) or grill them I promise you will have crispy, browned meat on the outside and juicy pork on the inside. It's so easy you'll wonder why you never thought of it! Try it--you'll never go back to dry pork chops again!  

  This Bacon Onion Broccoli Chicken Rice Casserole is pure comfort food! Creamy cheesy rice, broccoli, crispy bacon and onion with lots of tender chicken in every bite. It's made in one pan for an easy dinner the whole family will love. Perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or Sunday suppers. So savory with that creamy sauce and crunchy topping this hearty casserole is absolutely irresistible!