Classic Texas Sheet Cake Recipe

 Texas sheet cake is a timeless favorite. Your family and friends are going to love this. This recipe is moist, rich, and covered in creamy fudge frosting.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of unsalted butter, cut into 8 pieces
• 1 cup water
• 1/3 cup Hershey's cocoa powder
• 1/2 sour cream
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup light brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda

Creamy Frosting:

• 6 tablespoons of milk
• 1/2 cup salted butter, room temperature
• 6 tablespoons Hershey's cocoa powder
• 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
• 3/4 teaspoons vanilla

Directions:

1. Combine butter, water, and cocoa powder in a saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally. When the butter is melted, increase the heat to medium and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and let cool for 20 minutes.
2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt.
3. In another bowl, mix together sour cream, eggs, and vanilla until combined. Stir this into the dry ingredients and mix well.
4. Stir the cooled chocolate mixture into the flour/sour cream mixture, then mix until the batter is smooth.
5. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees, and grease a 10 x 15 jelly roll pan. Pour and spread the batter into the jelly roll pan, bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes until a toothpick in the center comes out clean.

Prepare the Frosting:

1. In a medium saucepan, combine the milk and butter, and cook over medium heat until the butter is melted. 
2. Remove from heat and whisk in the cocoa powder until combined.
3. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, stir until all is combined.
4. Pour this over the warm cake and let it cool for about an hour before serving.

This classic sheet cake delivers big flavor with very little effort. You don't have to be an experienced baker; this recipe is a crowd-pleaser you'll want to make over and over again. 

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Stuffed Pepper Soup

 There is nothing better than having a hot bowl of soup on a cold winter day. If you love stuffed peppers, this stuffed pepper soup is a perfect solution. This is all of the flavors of a stuffed pepper, in a soup.

It has been very cold here in Western New York. We have had 20-plus days of below-zero weather. So, Fran decided to make this perfect comfort food for the cold weather.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. ground beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 bell peppers, chopped (we used green, but you can use red and yellow if you like)
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 can crushed tomatoes (28 oz.)
• 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz.)
• 1 cup tomato sauce
• 4 cups beef broth (We use Swanson low-sodium)b
• 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning
• 1 cup uncooked Rice
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat and brown the beef. Drain the excess grease.
2. Add the peppers, onions, and garlic, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the tomatoes, beef broth, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
4. Stir in the uncooked rice, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes, until the rice is tender.

Tip from Fran: We cooked the rice separately and then added it to our bowls. After the soup simmered for 20 minutes, we ladled the soup over the rice.

This Stuffed Pepper soup is comfort food at its best, and full of classic stuffed pepper flavor.

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Pan Fried Lake Erie Walleye

 My grandsons and I recently fished Lake Erie with Spooled Up Charters. Click the link below to read the review of our fishing adventure.

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We decided to get together and have ourselves a fish fry with our fresh catch of walleye.

Walleye is one of the best fresh fish you could ever ask for, and now we have a freezer full.

Preparing our walleye fillets for frying was easy with this Cajun-style seafood breading mix. If Cajun isn't for you, then you can use any breading blend you like.

Pan Frying Instruction:

1. Place the fillets on a paper towel and pat them dry.
2. Add the breading mix to a one-gallon storage bag.
3. Place a couple of the fillets at a time in the bag to coat them.
4. Coat the bottom of your pan with oil and heat to 375 degrees.
5. We used Jamie's Hamilton Beach Electric Fryer, set to 375 degrees.
6. Fry the fillets to golden brown, flipping them once.
7. The internal temperature should be at least 145 degrees.

These walleye fillets made a most delicious meal. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. We served them with French fries and coleslaw.

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Linguine with Fresh Cherry Tomato Sauce

 This linguine with fresh cherry tomato sauce is so easy to make and is one of our grandson Tyler's favorite dishes. Tyler enjoys making this pasta dish with no help from us at all.

This dish is made with fresh cherry tomatoes off the vine. Add some garlic and fresh basil, and you're on your way to a delicious treat.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. of linguine
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1-1/2 cups water
• 1 teaspoon of sugar or more to your liking
• 24 ozs. Fresh cherry tomatoes on the vine
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• Fresh Basil
• Italian Seasoning
• Onion Powder
• Salt and Pepper

Instructions:

1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and minced garlic over medium heat.
2. Add the water, sugar, and cherry tomatoes and bring to a boil.
3. When the tomatoes begin to soften, begin mashing them with a fork or a potato masher.
4. Add some fresh basil, Italian Seasoning, Onion Powder, Salt, and Pepper to your liking. 
5. Continue to stir and cook for about 10 to 15 minutes. 
6. In the meantime, cook your pasta.
7. Drain the pasta and mix the cherry tomato sauce with the pasta.
8. Serve with Parmesan or Romano cheese and garnish with fresh basil.

This is one of our favorite dishes, and it is so delicious, quick, and easy to make. Packed with the flavor of these fresh ingredients.

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Cast Iron Skillet Pineapple Upside Down Cake

 This pineapple upside-down cake is a timeless classic. The combination of caramelized pineapple slices, a rich buttery cake, and slightly crisp edges from a cast-iron skillet makes this classic dessert irresistible.

Everybody knows the Superbowl is a party, and party time needs a dessert. This year, for the Superbowl, Fran made this delicious pineapple upside-down cake in our 12-inch cast-iron skillet.

Why Use a Cast Iron Skillet? A cast iron skillet is the perfect tool for making a pineapple upside-down cake because it evenly distributes the heat. It helps caramelize the brown sugar and butter mixture while keeping the cake moist and tender. Plus, it helps make the edges slightly crispy.

Ingredients:

For the Topping:

• 1/2 cup butter 
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1 can pineapple rings, drained but save the juice
• 10 or 12 maraschino cherries

For the Cake:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup butter softened
• 1 cup white sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup pineapple juice

Instructions:

1. Place the cast-iron skillet on the stovetop. Melt the butter on medium heat for the topping. Stir in the brown sugar until it dissolves and becomes bubbly.
2. Remove the skillet from the heat and arrange the pineapple rings over the sugar mixture. Place the cherries in the center of each ring.
3. Prepare the Cake Batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. 
4. In a separate bowl. beat the butter and sugar until fluffy. Add the eggs and vanilla and continue to beat until all is combined.
5. Combine the wet and dry ingredients and add the milk, and pineapple juice, stirring until all is combined.
6. Pour the batter into the cast iron skillet over the pineapple topping and spread the batter evenly.
7. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Allow the cake to cool in the skillet for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a plate. Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.

This pineapple upside-down cake was so moist, and sweet, and made the perfect dessert for our Superbowl celebration. By the end of the game, there were only 2 slices left, and I finished those the next day.

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Guiltless Chestnuts a Nutritious Delight

 Every Christmas Eve it's a tradition for us to roast chestnuts. I love chestnuts, but they seem to be a seasonal item in our local grocery store. This year, our local grocery store had these Guiltless chestnuts ready to eat. I wasn't willing to try these so I had to ask for the traditional chestnuts. 

A few days after Christmas my cousin sent me a picture of the Guiltless ready-to-eat chestnuts and asked if I ever tried these. 

I called him and said it's so funny because I saw these but wasn't willing to try them. 

He proceeded to tell me, how good they were, and how easy because they were all ready peeled, and ready to eat right out of the bag.

These ready-to-eat chestnuts save you all the trouble of cutting, roasting, and peeling traditional chestnuts.

My cousin found these on sale and sent me a box to try, and he was right they are so good and easy. You don't have to worry about burning your fingers while trying to peel traditional chestnuts right out of the oven.

Chestnuts have a naturally sweet, earthy, flavor and soft, starchy texture. Chestnuts are often overlooked in favor of other nuts.

 Chestnuts have impressive nutritional benefits. They are lower in fat and calories while being rich in fiber, vitamin C, and antioxidants. Chestnuts are also naturally gluten-free.

If you insist on making traditional chestnuts then check out my post here: 

How to Oven Roast Chestnuts.

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Easy Prime Rib Au Jus

 What is Au Jus? Au Jus is a French culinary term meaning "with Juice". Au Jus is typically served with prime rib, roast beef, and French dip sandwiches as a dipping sauce.

For the last several years on New Year's Eve, we've been making prime rib but have not been making the Au Jus to accompany it. This year I decided it was time to make the Au Jus just like you get in a restaurant.

 Traditional au jus is made using the drippings from roasted meat. However, I did not use the drippings from the meat, and it came out fantastic. My method and recipe will show you how to make rich, savory au jus.

Ingredients:

4 tablespoons of butter or the beef drippings, I used the butter

3 tablespoons of dry red wine

2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

1 teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

2 cups low-sodium beef broth

Instructions:

1. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over high heat.
2. Add the red wine, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce and stir to combine.
3. Add the onion powder, garlic powder, and salt. Using a whisk stir until all is incorporated.
4. Bring this to a boil, once it begins to boil turn to medium to low heat and simmer for five minutes.

Give it a taste and add salt and a little pepper if needed. Serve warm with your meat choice.

If you are going to use the meat drippings, then eliminate the butter. Either way, this will be a restaurant-quality dipping sauce for your prime rib, roast beef, or French dip sandwich.

This AuJus is so easy to make for home cooks who want to bring restaurant-quality flavors to their table. So, you don't have to be a seasoned chef to make this Au Jus.

Click the link below to find my recipe and method for the perfect Prime Rib:

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Instant Pot Beef Stew Recipe

 Nothing is more comforting than a bowl of warm, hearty beef stew, especially on a cold winter day. The rich, savory flavors, tender chunks of beef, and perfectly cooked vegetables make this dish a classic.

With an Instant Pot, you achieve all of this goodness in a fraction of the time it takes to make traditional stovetop or slow-cooker beef stew. Here is the recipe Fran and I use to whip up beef stew in our Instant Pot.

Why Use an Instant Pot?

The Instant Pot is a game-changer for recipes that require long cooking times. Its pressure cooking technology locks in the flavors while drastically reducing the cooking time. Our beef stew was finished in about an hour and it was so delicious. The meat was so tender and the vegetables were cooked just right.

Ingredients:

1.5 to 2 pounds of chuck roast cut into 1-inch cubes

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 large onion diced

2 clove garlic minced

3 medium carrots, sliced and cut into chunks

3 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into cubes

2 cups of fresh green beans, cut into1 or 2-inch lengths

2 cups low-sodium beef broth

2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce

1 teaspoon dried thyme

1 package McCormick Slow Cooker Pot Roast Seasoning

1 teaspoon dried rosemary

2 to 3 tablespoons cornstarch

Salt and pepper to taste

Vegetable Options:

Celery stocks chopped

Peas

Sliced mushrooms

Instructions: 

1. Set your Instant to Saute and add the olive oil. Once the olive oil is hot, season the beef cubes with salt and pepper. Add the meat cubes and turn them with a wooden spoon until all sides are browned. Remove the beef and set it aside.
2. Add the diced onions and garlic and cook for about 2 minutes.
3. Return the beef and add all other ingredients (except the cornstarch)
4. Secure the Instant Pot lid and set the valve to the sealing position.
5. Select the "Pressure Cook" or "Manual" setting and set the timer for 35 minutes.
6. Once the cooking time is up, allow the pressure to naturally release for 10 minutes.
7. After 10 minutes carefully pull the quick release.
8. Remove the lid add the cornstarch and stir until the stew thickens.
9. Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if desired.
10. Ladle into a bowl and enjoy.

With this Instant Pot beef stew recipe, you'll have a hearty meal on the table, in one hour or less. Your family and friends will love it. Give it a try and let us know how it turns out!

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Pumpkin Rolls a Fall Favorite

 Pumpkin rolls are a fall treat that captures the essence of autumn. Fran makes these sweet, spiced pumpkin rolls every year for Thanksgiving. This is one treat that everybody in the family waits for every year.

Fran's pumpkin rolls and pumpkin squares are in the photo. These two treats grace our Thanksgiving table every year.

You can probably find pumpkin rolls in your local grocery store bakery, but I can assure you there is nothing better than making them homemade. Pumpkin rolls are made in two parts, the cake, and the sweet creamy filling.

Ingredients for the Cake:

• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup white sugar
• 2/3 cup of pumpkin puree
• 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
• 3/4 cup of all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• Powdered sugar for dusting

For the Filling:

• 8 oz. Cream Cheese, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 4 tablespoons butter, softened
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Grease a 15x10-inch cookie sheet. We use Baker's Joy to grease our cookie sheet.
2. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, and lemon juice until it becomes thick. Then mix in the pumpkin puree.
3. Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until all are combined.
4. Spread the batter evenly on the prepared cookie sheet. Bake for 15 minutes.
5. Layout a clean kitchen towel and dust with powdered sugar.
6. While the cake is still warm, carefully turn on the towel. Roll the towel with the cake, set aside, and let it cool completely. We place ours in the refrigerator.
7. Make the Filling, Beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, butter, and vanilla until it's smooth.
8. Assemble the Roll, Carefully unroll the cooled cake. Spread the filling evenly over the surface. Re-roll the cake without the towel. Wrap the roll tightly with plastic wrap. Chill for at least one hour before serving. Dust with more powdered sugar before slicing.

This is our cake right out of the oven before it's turned onto the kitchen towel. Since we make our pumpkin rolls a few days ahead of Thanksgiving we place them in the freezer after wrapping them in tin foil, and then plastic wrap.

Whether you are a seasoned baker or trying your hand at pumpkin roll for the first time, this dessert is sure to impress your family and friends. 

Crispy Eggplant Caprese Stacks

 Summer is the perfect time to enjoy fresh vegetables right from the garden. One of our favorites this time of the year is these crispy eggplant caprese stacks. Fresh eggplants, tomatoes, basil, and mozzarella. These are simple and perfect for any occasion.

These are on the menu at a local restaurant we frequent. Fran ordered them last week, but they were out of the eggplant. She immediately called our daughter Jamie and said, " We are making these tomorrow, and we did. Enjoy the recipe.

Eggplant Caprese Stacks Ingredients:

2 medium-sized eggplants (Peeled and sliced to 1/4-inch thick)

2 or 3 tomatoes (sliced 1/4-inch thick)

8 oz. mozzarella (sliced 1/4-inch thick)

Fresh basil leaves

Balsamic glaze

Ingredients for Frying the Eggplants:

2 cups or more of flour

4 large eggs (beaten)

2 cups or more of seasoned bread crumbs

Olive oil or vegetable oil for frying

Instructions for frying:

1. Add the flour and bread crumbs into two shallow dishes, and the beaten eggs into a bowl.
2. Coat the eggplant slices in flour, dip them in eggs, and coat them in bread crumbs. 
3. Place the breaded eggplant slice on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Heat a frying pan with oil to 350 to 375 degrees.
5. Fry the eggplant slices until they are golden brown on both sides.
6. Place them on a cookie sheet lined with paper towels.

Building the Eggplant Stacks:

Start with the first eggplant slice, then a slice of tomato, next a slice of mozzarella, and then fresh basil leaves. Repeat this 3 times for a complete stack. Top off the stacks with another slice of tomato and fresh basil leaves.

Drizzle the stacks with balsamic glaze and serve.

Slice the eggplant into 1/4-inch slices

Slice the tomatoes and mozzarella and set aside

Coat the eggplant slices in flour, then egg, and then coat with bread crumbs

Fry the eggplant slices until golden brown on both sides.

We used a Hamilton Beech Electric Fryer

Fried eggplant slices on a paper towel, ready to build the stacks. I like eating the eggplant just out of the fryer with a little salt and pepper.

Why You'll Love This Recipe:

Healthy and Light: Packed with fresh vegetables, this dish is both nutritious and satisfying.

Easy to Make: With a few simple steps, this is ready in no time.

Versatile: Serve it as an appetizer, side dish, or even a main course.

Flavorful: The combination of eggplant, juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fresh basil is simply delicious.

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Easy Crusty Italian Bread

 There is something truly magical about the aroma of freshly baked bread throughout the house. And when it comes to Italian cuisine, few things are as iconic and satisfying as a loaf of crusty Italian bread. This culinary delight is so simple to recreate at home.

This crusty Italian bread is perfect for dipping in olive oil mixed with savory Italian seasoning, serving it alongside your favorite pasta, or simply enjoying it all on its own with butter.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups of all-purpose flour
• 1 Package of Active dry yeast or rapid-rise yeast
• 1-1/2 cups warm water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon sugar

Instructions:

If using the active dry yeast, combine it in a small bowl with the warm water and let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes foamy. (If using the rapid-rise yeast just combine it with the flour.)

I used my KitchenAid Stand Mixer. Combine the flour, salt, olive oil, and sugar in the mixing bowl. Add the yeast and water mixture and mix on low speed using the dough hook. Mix until the dough forms, remove the dough to a floured surface, and knead a few times. If the dough is too sticky add a little more flour, but not too much.

If you are mixing by hand, combine the dry ingredients in a large bowl. Make a well in the center and pour the yeast mixture and olive oil in the middle. Mix with a wooden spoon or your hands until the dough forms.

Lightly coat the dough with oil, place it in a large bowl, and cover. Let it rise for 1 to 2 hours.

After the dough has risen, gently press down and shape it into an oval. Or, you can divide the dough into two small loaves. 

Place the shaped dough on a parchment-lined baking sheet or a lightly greased baking sheet. I baked mine in my 10-inch cast iron skillet. cover and let it rise for another 30 minutes.

Preheat the oven to 450 degrees while the dough is rising. Once the oven is preheated, place a small pan with one cup of hot water on the lower rack. The steam will help create a crispy crust.

Just before baking, use a sharp knife to make 2 shallow slashes on the surface of the dough. This helps the bread expand while baking.

Bake for 20-25 minutes until it's golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom. Allow the bread to cool on a wire rack for 30 minutes before slicing.

Here is my crusty Italian bread just out of the oven in my 10-inch cast iron skillet. So, roll up your sleeves, gather some ingredients, and get ready to savor the taste of Italy.

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Peas and Meatballs Soup

 Looking for a hearty soup to warm you up on a chilly day? This tomato-based peas and meatball soup perfectly fits a cold day.

My cousin Jimmy and his wife Carmie are just as passionate about preserving old family recipes as I am.

My cousin sent me this recipe about a year ago, and honestly, I wasn't that impressed. But Jimmy was persistent and insisted that we try this soup. We finally gave in and gave this recipe a try, and we're so glad we did. 

It was so good especially served it with fresh Italian bread. This recipe makes a large enough pot of delicious soup to have leftovers for another day.

We come from an Italian family and have many favorite recipes from our parents and grandparents. I never remembered this soup from our family, but this is a recipe that Carmie grew up with. Carmie's mother Anne made this soup and Carmie carries on the family tradition of peas and meatballs soup.

Ingredients for Meatballs:

• 1 lb. of ground beef
• 1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs (moistened with water or milk to form a paste)
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon parmesan cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon of oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon of basil
• 1/2 teaspoon parsley
• 3/4 teaspoon pepper
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons chopped garlic
• 1/4 cup oil for frying

Ingredients for Soup:

• 2 (15-ounce) cans tomato sauce
• 2 (15-ounce) cand of regular sweet peas undrained
• 4 cups of water
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Moisten the bread crumbs then add to ground meat. Add the egg and mix well.
2. Add the remaining seasonings (except the oil) and mix thoroughly.
3. Form miniature meatballs (as for wedding soup) about the size of a marble.
4. Fry the meatballs in the oil until they are brown and cooked through.
5. In a large saucepan place the the meatballs with the oil they were cooked in and all other ingredients.
6. Bring to a full boil, then reduce the heat to a slow simmer and cook until the sauce thickens. (About 1 and a half to 2 hours)
7. Serve with fresh Italian bread.

The photo above shows the size of the meatballs. You could make them a little smaller than this. You can also bake the meatballs in the oven, but you won't get the added flavor from frying them in the soup.

More recipes on my blog from my cousins Jimmy and Carmie:

Canning and Preserving EggplantsHow to Make Roasted Red Peppers

 

Simple Caprese Salad

 This simple Caprese salad is the perfect way to use up those fresh tomatoes from your garden.

Caprese Salad is an Italian favorite. Made with thick slices of fresh tomatoes, fresh slices mozzarella, and fresh basil leaves.

Topped off with extra virgin olive oil, Italian seasoning, Balsamic glaze, and salt and pepper to taste.

It is simple but oh! so delicious. Serve this salad with any meal or have it for a quick lunch. Your friends and family will be impressed.

You will want to use the fresh soft ball of mozzarella cheese for this, not the sliced mozzarella you buy in a package. 

• Cut thick slices of the tomatoes and mozzarella. 
• Layer them on a plate.
• Add fresh basil leaves.
• Drizzle olive oil and balsamic glaze, over the top.
• Sprinkle some Italian Seasoning over the top.
• Salt and pepper to taste.

There you go you have made the perfect Caprese Salad to serve to your family and friends.

Italian Fried Pepper and Egg Sandwich

 

There is nothing better than taking fresh garden peppers and frying them up with some eggs. Then, get some fresh Italian bread and make the perfect sandwich.

This was a family favorite when I was growing up. My dad would pick the fresh peppers from the garden, and my mother would fry them with eggs. 

We would get fresh Italian bread from the local bakery and make these delicious pepper and egg sandwiches.

If you don't have a garden that's okay, because this time of year most grocery stores will carry produce from local farmers. 

What kind of peppers should you use to make fried peppers and eggs? I like to use these sweet banana peppers. These peppers are also great for stuffing with bread or meat stuffing. I prefer the bread stuffing.

How to make Fried Peppers and Eggs:

Wash, slice, and seed the peppers, you can leave them in slices or cube them. In a medium fry pan add some olive and one minced clove of garlic. Add the peppers, cover, and cook over medium heat until they are tender or to your liking.

In a separate bowl beat one or two large eggs. Add the eggs to the cooked peppers and mix until the eggs are cooked. Add some salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning to taste and enjoy.

If you want to spice up your fried peppers and eggs a little try adding a couple of hot peppers.

I always like using my cast iron skillet and Lodge Cast Iron is my go-to skillet.

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