Gail's Recipe Station

Apple Turnovers These Apple Turnovers are so easy to make! Wrap cinnamon-apple filling in frozen puff pastry and drizzle with a sweet glaze. Serve them for breakfast or as a dessert! Prep Time 15 minutes minutes Cook Time 30 minutes minutes Cool Time 1 hour Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes minutes Servings 8 turnovers Equipment Large baking sheets Parchment paper Large skillet mixing bowl Ingredients For the Turnovers: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 4 cups peeled, cored, and diced apples (3 to 4 medium Granny Smith apples) ½ cup packed light or dark brown sugar (110g) 1 teaspoon cinnamon ¼ teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons cornstarch 2 sheets frozen puff pastry thawed (1, 17.3oz/490g package) Egg wash (1 large egg + 1 teaspoon water, beaten) For the Glaze: (optional) ¾ cup powdered sugar (180g) 1 tablespoon water Instructions For the Turnovers: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt...

Crispy Roasted Cauliflower Golden, crispy roasted cauliflower with a sweet, nutty flavor and simple seasoning. Perfect as a healthy snack or side dish. Baking sheet Parchment paper Large bowl Knife Cutting board 1 large head of cauliflower 2 tablespoons olive oil teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Optional: grated parmesan (cayenne pepper, minced garlic) Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Wash cauliflower, remove leaves, cut into medium florets. Mix olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Toss cauliflower in the seasoning until coated evenly. Spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer. Roast 25-30 minutes, tossing halfway through. Let cool slightly and serve as a snack, side, or appetizer. – Add parmesan or extra spices for variation. – Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. – Reheat in the oven for 5-10 minutes to restore crispiness.

Crack Chicken Pinwheels Ingredients: 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled 1/2 cup ranch dressing (or 1 packet ranch seasoning + 1/2 cup sour cream) 4 large flour tortillas 1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional) Instructions: Make filling – In a bowl, mix cream cheese, ranch, cheddar, bacon, shredded chicken, and green onions until smooth. Assemble pinwheels – Spread filling evenly over tortillas. Roll each tortilla tightly. Chill – Refrigerate rolls for at least 30 minutes to firm up. Slice & serve – Cut into 1-inch pinwheels and serve chilled.

Popeye's CopyCat Fried Chicken Ingredients: - 3 lbs of chicken pieces (bone-in, skin-on) - 3 cups buttermilk - 2 tablespoons Louisiana hot sauce - 2 cups all-purpose flour - 2 teaspoons smoked paprika - 1 teaspoon garlic powder - 1 teaspoon onion powder - 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste) - 1 teaspoon white pepper - 1 teaspoon black pepper - 1 teaspoon kosher salt - Oil, for frying (canola or peanut oil works well) Directions: 1. Begin by whisking together the buttermilk and Louisiana hot sauce in a large bowl. Add the chicken pieces to the mixture, ensuring they are fully submerged. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, for the best flavor and tenderness. 2. Once the chicken is marinated, take it out of the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature for about 20 minutes before frying. This step is crucial as it helps in even cooking. 3. Heat your frying oil in a deep fryer or large pot to about 350°F. While the oil is hea...

Beef and Rotini in Garlic Parmesan Sauce Servings: 4–6 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Ingredients: • 1 lb ground beef • 12 oz rotini pasta • 4 cups beef broth • 1 cup heavy cream • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese • 4 cloves garlic, minced • 2 tbsp olive oil or butter • 1 tsp Italian seasoning • Salt and pepper, to taste • Chopped parsley (optional, for garnish) Instructions: 1. Cook the Beef: In a large pot, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add ground beef, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, and cook until browned (about 5–7 minutes). Drain excess fat if needed. 2. Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1–2 minutes until fragrant. 3. Add Liquid & Pasta: Pour in the beef broth and heavy cream. Add the uncooked rotini pasta, stir well. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender — about 10–12 minutes. 4. Finish wit...

Loaded Chicken and Hash Brown Casserole This loaded chicken and hash brown casserole is most definitely loaded with flavor. It is like a mix of funeral potatoes and a ranch-style loaded baked potato. Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 55 mins Rest Time: 10 mins Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins Servings: 8 Ingredients 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup 1/2 cup whole milk 1 (1.25-ounce) envelope ranch dressing dip mix 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1 teaspoon buffalo-style hot sauce (such as Frank’s RedHot®)  1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1 1/4 cups sour cream, divided 1 (30-ounce) package frozen shredded hash browns, thawed 1 1/2 cups chopped rotisserie chicken 6 slices cooked and chopped bacon, plus more for garnish 2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, divided thinly sliced scallions Directions Gather all ingredients. Preheat oven to 3...

The Best Shepherd’s Pie Total Time Prep/Total Time: 30 min./Yield 6 servings Our top-rated shepherd's pie recipe delivers a cozy, filling, homestyle dinner that never disappoints. Ingredients     1 pound ground beef     1 cup chopped onion     2 cups frozen corn, thawed     2 cups frozen peas, thawed     2 tablespoons ketchup     1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce     2 teaspoons minced garlic     1 tablespoon cornstarch     1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules     1/2 cup cold water     1/2 cup sour cream     3-1/2 cups mashed potatoes (prepared with milk and butter)     3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese Directions In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles; drain. Stir in the corn, peas, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce and garlic. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and cook for 5 minutes. Combine t...

Beefy Mushroom Marsala Pasta Bake Servings: 6 Ingredients 1 pound rigatoni pasta 1 pound ground beef 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced 1 medium onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup Marsala wine 1 cup heavy cream 1 cup beef broth 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese 1 cup breadcrumbs 2 tablespoons olive oil Salt and pepper to taste 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional) Directions Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook the rigatoni pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add the diced onion and sliced mushrooms. Sauté until the onions are translucent and the mushrooms are tender, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional minute until fragrant. Pour in the Marsala wine, scraping up any browned bits...

Coconut Shortbread Cookies Total Time Prep: 15 min. + chilling Bake: 20 min./batch + cooling Yield about 4 dozen This coconut shortbread cookies recipe requires just five simple ingredients and results in tender, buttery shortbread packed with coconut flavor. Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened 3/4 cup sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut Directions In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in vanilla. Gradually beat flour into creamed mixture. Stir in coconut. Using a sheet of waxed paper, shape dough into a 12x3x1-in. rectangle. Wrap in waxed paper; refrigerate 3 hours or overnight. Preheat ov...

Sausage Cream Cheese Crescents: The Perfect Savory Snack Looking for a quick, cheesy, and savory appetizer that disappears in minutes? Sausage Cream Cheese Crescents are the answer. These bite-sized delights combine creamy, flavorful cheese with savory sausage, all wrapped in buttery crescent dough. Perfect for party appetizers, game-day snacks, or easy family dinners , they’re a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Ingredients 1 can (8 oz) crescent roll dough 4 oz cream cheese, softened 1 cup cooked breakfast sausage, crumbled ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp onion powder ½ tsp black pepper Optional: chopped green onions or parsley for garnish Instructions Preheat & Prepare Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Mix the Filling In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, cooked sausage, shredded cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and well-blended...

Spinach Cream Cheese Stuffed Chicken: Easy and Indulgent Delight Total Time: 45 minutes    Yield: 4 servings    Diet: Gluten-Free     Indulge in this creamy and flavorful spinach cream cheese stuffed chicken recipe that is both easy to prepare and absolutely delicious. Indulge in this creamy and flavorful spinach cream cheese stuffed chicken recipe that is both easy to prepare and absolutely delicious. Ingredients Scale 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 8 ounces cream cheese, softened 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1 teaspoon olive oil Salt to taste Pepper to taste Instructions Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). In a bowl, mix cream cheese, spinach, garlic powder, onion powder, and mozzarella cheese until we...

Creamy Chicken Vegetable Soup This creamy chicken vegetable soup is pure comfort food and a great way to use leftover chicken. Feel free to play around with the herb combination; I also like it with oregano and dill. By Nicole Russell Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Stand Time: 10 mins Total Time: 55 mins Servings: 6 Ingredients 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 onion, chopped 2 carrots, peeled and chopped 2 stalks celery, sliced 1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 4 cups chicken broth 2 cups chopped cooked chicken 1 large potato, peeled and cubed 1/3 cup frozen peas 1/3 cup frozen corn kernels 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/2 cup half-and-half Directions Melt butter in a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Add onion, carrot, and celery. Cook for 5 ...

Slow-Cooker Stuffed Pepper Soup Total Time Prep: 15 min. Cook: 5 hours Enjoy all the flavors of traditional stuffed peppers in this hearty Slow-Cooker Stuffed Pepper Soup. With lean ground beef, vibrant green peppers and a rich tomato broth, this easy, slow-cooked dish is perfect for a cozy, comforting meal any night of the week. Ingredients 1 pound extra-lean ground beef (95% lean) 1 medium onion, chopped 2 medium green peppers, chopped 1 package (8.8 ounces) ready-to-serve brown rice 3 tablespoons packed brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon dried basil ...

No-bake Oreo Cheesecake This no-bake Oreo cheesecake is easy to make with a crushed chocolate Oreo cookie crust and a rich filling made with whipped topping, cookies, and sweetened cream cheese. For more sweet treats like these, tap the link below to join our newsletter community! Crust: - 1 (18 ounce) package Oreo Cookies, divided - ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted Filling: - 4 (8 ounce) packages Philadelphia Cream Cheese, softened - ¾ cup sugar - 1 teaspoon vanilla - 1 (8 ounce) tub Cool Whip Whipped Topping, thawed Directions: 1. Gather all ingredients. 2. To make the crust: Set aside 15 cookies for the filling. Finely crush remaining cookies in a large bowl. 3. Add melted butter and mix to combine. 4. Press buttery crumbs firmly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch pan. Place in the refrigerator. 5. To make the filling: Coarsely chop the reserved cookies. 6. Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla in a large bowl with an electric mixer on medium speed until well blended. 7. Gently stir in whi...

Pico de Gallo Pico de Gallo, a vibrant and zesty salsa, is a celebration of fresh ingredients and bold flavors. This traditional Mexican condiment combines diced tomatoes, onions, jalapeños, cilantro, and lime juice to create a tantalizing medley of tastes and textures that awaken the senses with each bite. The tomatoes, ripe and juicy, provide a luscious base, while the onions add a subtle bite and crunch. Jalapeños, with their fiery kick, infuse the salsa with a spicy intensity that is tempered by the refreshing acidity of lime juice. Cilantro, with its bright and herbaceous notes, lends a refreshing burst of flavor that complements the other ingredients harmoniously. Each component of Pico de Gallo contributes its unique essence, resulting in a salsa that is greater than the sum of its parts. The vibrant colors of the diced vegetables mirror the lively spirit of Mexican cuisine, inviting you to indulge in a fiesta of flavors. Whether served as a topping for tacos, nach...

Air Fryer Crab Cakes Recipe Author: Leanne Prep Time: 10 minutes Chilling Time: 1 hour Cook Time: 12 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 22 minutes Yield: 12 crab cakes Category: Appetizer Method: Air Fry Cuisine: American, Canadian Description These Air Fryer Crab Cakes are quick and easy to make and air fry to golden brown and crispy perfection without using a lot of oil! Ingredients 1 large egg 1/4 cup ( 65g ) mayo 1 tablespoon dijon mustard 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon old bay seasoning 1 pound (454g) lump crab meat 1/2 cup ( 40g ) panko breadcrumbs 1 tables...