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Bean & cheese tortilla roll-ups

Bean & cheese tortilla roll-ups If you love bean burritos, then here's a recipe for you to sink your teeth into! Today I will walk you through the instructions on how I slowly cook pinto beans, make refried beans, followed by my recipe for the bean & cheese tortilla roll-ups. This entire meal cost me under ten dollars to prepare. Of course, I already had the cheese, spices, onion, and garlic. The bags of dried pinto beans that I purchased at Wal-Mart cost only a dollar for the sixteen ounce bags. When I make refried beans, I normally make them from the dried beans that I cook. The recipe for my bean and cheese tortilla roll-ups doesn't use the amount of beans that I pre-cook. What I do is cook a crock pot of beans and use them to make different recipes. Because it takes so long for dried beans to slow cook. Two cups of dried beans once cooked, equals about four fifteen ounce cans of cooked beans. That's the equivalent to six cups of cooked beans. Ingredients to cook...
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Mom’s BBQ Coon: The Unexpected Taste of Southern Hospitality

Mom’s BBQ Coon: The Unexpected Taste of Southern Hospitality In the deep South, where stories are as plentiful as sweet tea and every dish comes with a side of family history, there's one tall tale that still makes us chuckle—especially when it involves cousin James, a college kid with a big appetite and even bigger opinions about wild game. This is the story of how my mom’s legendary BBQ coon turned a skeptic into a believer, all served up with a hearty dose of Southern humor. The Backstory: Wild Game and Family Adventures Growing up in the South, hunting and fishing are more than hobbies, they’re traditions. My dad, ever the outdoorsman, loved to take his shot at the game, sometimes coming home with surprises. And by surprises, I mean raccoons. Yes, raccoons. To many, they’re pests, but to my dad, they were just another challenge to conquer. Mom, on the other hand, is a pro at turning whatever’s on hand into a feast. She’s skinned, cleaned, and cooked everything from ...

Homemade country-style milk bread

Homemade country-style milk bread If you haven't ever had homemade country milk bread, you're going to be in for a real treat. Milk bread is one of my favorite breads to make and to eat. It's light, fluffy, and easy to pull apart in rich airy layers. Plus, it's absolutely yummy! It's great to serve with breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and even to eat at snack time. With this recipe, there are a lot of steps to take. The dough will need to rest and rise a total of three times altogether. I will walk you through each step the best that I can and place the ingredients within each step as they are needed as we go through each step together. (Hopefully, it will be more helpful for you to follow.) Step one: To start creating your milk bread, you'll need these ingredients:  4 cups of bread flour 3 tablespoons of granulated white Splenda, or regular granulated white sugar 1-½ teaspoons of salt (I prefer using seasoning salt to add extra flavor.) 3 tablespoons of cold ...

Harness the Power of Nature: How to Make Fertilizer Tea for a Thriving Vegetable and Fruit Garden

Harness the Power of Nature: How to Make Fertilizer Tea for a Thriving Vegetable and Fruit Garden Imagine nourishing your garden with a completely natural, safe, and cost-effective fertilizer with absolutely no chemicals, no harsh additives, just the pure bounty of your own backyard. Making fertilizer tea using grass clippings is an eco-friendly way to give your vegetables and fruits that extra boost they need to flourish. This simple, all-natural method not only recycles waste but also provides your plants with essential nutrients quickly and effectively. Ready to transform your lawn waste into garden gold? Let’s dive into how to make fertilizer tea and reap the benefits of this sustainable gardening practice. Table of Contents Gather Materials Preparation Steps Brewing Process How to Use Your Fertilizer Tea Benefits of Fertilizer Tea Conclusion Gather Materials Before you start, gather these simple supplies: Fresh grass clippings: preferably from your lawn or garden A lar...

Homemade chili beans

Homemade chili beans Do you want to get your spice on? If so, I think you'll really enjoy my recipe for homemade chili beans. You can make the recipe with or without ground beef. It's really good either way.  To begin making this recipe, I started by cooking a sixteen-ounce bag of dried pinto beans first. If you are unsure how to cook dried pinto beans, I wrote an article a while back, teaching you how I prepare them in a crock-pot. If you don't want to make the recipe with homemade cooked beans, you can buy canned pinto beans to use as a substitute. However, keep in mind that a sixteen-ounce bag of dried pinto beans roughly makes close to six cups once they're cooked, while a fifteen-ounce can of store-bought beans equals about one cup and a half. Ingredients: 6 cups of cooked pinto beans 1-24-ounce jar of pasta sauce (your preferred brand) 4-6 chili peppers, chopped and diced 1-2 jalapeno peppers, chopped and diced 4 teaspoons of chili powder 2 teaspoons of cayenne pe...

Discover the Perfect 3 Bean Salad Recipe for a Refreshing and Nutritious Meal

Discover the Perfect 3 Bean Salad Recipe for a Refreshing and Nutritious Meal Looking for a vibrant, healthy, and easy-to-make dish that’s perfect for any occasion? The 3 Bean Salad is a timeless classic that combines simplicity with bold flavors. Whether you're planning a picnic, a side for dinner, or a meal prep option, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire. Let’s dive into how you can create this delicious, nutrient-packed salad that’s as appealing to the eye as it is to your palate. Table of Contents Ingredients Needed Preparation Steps Helpful Tips & Variations Final Thoughts Ingredients Needed 1 cup cooked kidney beans or pinto beans 1 cup cooked navy beans or great Northern beans 1 cup cooked black beans 1 small red onion, finely chopped ½ cup chopped fresh parsley ¼ cup olive oil ¼ cup apple cider vinegar or lemon juice 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional for a touch of sweetness) Salt and freshly ground black pepper to...

Slow-cooked Great Northern Beans

Slow-cooked Great Northern Beans Today's recipe is not only budget-friendly but also incredibly delicious. This recipe yields enough Great Northern beans to feed your entire family. To achieve the perfect creamy texture, the beans are cooked slowly. Ingredients: 2 pounds of dried Great Northern beans 1 onion, diced finely (optional) 3 cloves of minced garlic (optional) 1 tablespoon of smoked paprika 1 tablespoon of freshly ground black pepper 1 1/2 teaspoons of seasoning salt 5 quarts of cold water (for the crockpot) Instructions: Thoroughly rinse the great northern beans with cold water, ensuring to remove any defective beans. Transfer the beans to your crockpot. Next, add cold water, onion, garlic, smoked paprika, freshly ground black pepper, and seasoning salt to the crockpot. Cover the crockpot and cook on a medium-low setting. Allow the beans to simmer for 10 to 12 hours, stirring occasionally. If necessary, add additional water to ensure the beans remain covered with at least...