Creamed Peas

"My Mom used to make these peas as a side dish all of the time when I was growing up.  I recently asked her for the recipe and made them for my husband.  They tasted just like my Mom's!  They are an easy, inexpensive and delicious addition to any dinner."

1 (15 ounce) can peas, drained

1 cup milk

2 Tablespoons flour

2 Tablespoons butter

salt and pepper, to taste

Drain peas and set aside.  In a saucepan, combine milk, flour and butter and cook until thickened over medium heat.  Add drained peas.  Season with salt and pepper.  Serve.      

Heart's Delight Bites

"These little gems would be a perfect Valentine dessert for your Sweetie or an easy treat for your child's classroom Valentine's Day party.  The best part of this recipe is that it only takes three ingredients.  However you enjoy them this Valentine's Day, eat them to your Heart's Delight!!!" 

1 (15.24 ounce) package of chocolate snack cakes (I used Hostess Chocolate Zingers.)
1 (15.6 ounce) container of ready-made frosting (I used Duncan Hines cherry flavored frosting.)
Valentine's candy (like conversation hearts) and/or Valentine's themed sprinkles

Cut each chocolate snack cake into thirds.  Pipe or spoon on desired amount of frosting.  Place a conversation heart into frosting and top with sprinkles.  To serve, I placed each bite into mini baking cups.

Copycat Specialty Classic Hot Buffalo Chicken (Like Domino's)

"My hubby and I love to order boneless chicken wings to eat with our pizza on the weekends or to eat while watching football.  One of our new favorites is the Specialty Classic Hot Buffalo Chicken from Domino's.  I came up with our own version and it's pretty darn delicious if I do say so myself!  This chicken appetizer would be a perfect addition to your Super Bowl menu this year!" 

6 Frozen Breaded Chicken Strips, prepared according to package directions (We use Foster Farms brand.)
1/3 cup Buffalo Wing Sauce
1/4 cup Ranch Dressing
1/3 cup Feta Cheese, crumbled
1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/3 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese
Bleu Cheese Dressing for dipping

Prepare chicken strips according to package directions.  Chop chicken into bite-size chunks.  Toss chicken chunks in buffalo wing sauce until fully coated.  Place sauce-covered chicken onto a cookie sheet that has been sprayed well with non-stick cooking spray.  Drizzle chicken with ranch dressing.  Combine feta, cheddar and mozzarella cheeses and sprinkle on top.  Bake at 425 degrees for 12-15 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.  Serve with bleu cheese dressing for dipping.