Bacon, Lettuce & Tomato Sandwiches with Special Sauce This Bacon, Lettuce & Tomato Sandwich with Special Sauce are always a real treat. Made with the usual suspects and the addition of my “special sauce”. The special sauce is a tomato powder based spread with the tangy addition of lemon pepper that brings out the zing of the tomatoes and salty bacon. The Special Sauce for the Bacon, Lettuce & Tomato The tomato powder is a lesser know ingredient that is always a surprise to many people. I get my tomato powder from a brand called The Spice Way, they sell…
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Continue ReadingClassic Meatloaf Meatballs These classic meatloaf meatballs are a great make ahead meal. Easy enough for weeknights, special enough for weekend. The ingredients in this recipe are simple and most home cooks will have them on hand in their pantry. You can make these ahead of time and freeze cooked or uncooked. They are a delicious recipe that kids will also love. I recommend serving them with my classic mashed potatoes. My Mashed Potato recipe makes the creamiest and most decadent mashed potatoes with out the addition of things like sour cream or cream cheese. Mincing Is Key Make sure…
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Continue ReadingCucumber Cream Cheese Sandwiches These cucumber cream cheese sandwiches are simple deliciousness. Made with cream cheese, cucumber, butter and mayo. These come together easily with a few detailed yet simple steps. This sandwich is so decadent, fresh and delicious. They are perfect for a Mother’s Day tea or a simple party snack. These are a thoughtful, delicate and delicious party food, especially when you are on a budget. These sandwiches pair really well with my famous BLT PASTA SALAD. This makes the perfect Mother’s Day Luncheon. The Lettuce I like to use the butter lettuce for these sandwiches. It is…
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Continue ReadingChili For Two I love chili and my Mom makes one of my most favorite recipes. To be honest, there’s not many chilis I don’t love. I came up with this Chili For Two that is a slight variation of my Mom’s recipe. This recipe yields enough for two people to have decent size portions and just enough for leftovers for one extra meal. Give or take. This chili for two is made with lean ground beef, whole tomatoes, a little bit of onion and red peppers. Plus, seasonings and herbs you can adjust to your taste preferences. Additionally, this…
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Continue ReadingToasty Ham and Cheese Sandwiches The toasty ham and cheese sandwiches are the perfect meal, in my opinion, for the in between time of Spring and Summer. You know that time of year where it’s too warm to be cold and too cold to be warm. The time of year when soup seems too hot and salad seems too cold? These toasty ham and cheese sandwiches are made with shaved ham, creamy gruyere cheese, and thinly sliced Roma tomatoes. The full, printable recipe is at the end of this post. I will just go over a few questions I know…
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Continue ReadingDerby Day Hot Brown Sliders I have never been to Kentucky or the Kentucky Derby, nor am I am expert on AUTHENTIC Hot Brown Sandwiches. What I do know, is that Hot Browns are a traditional open faced sandwich made with mornay sauce. My Derby Day Hot Brown Sliders are an easier, more accessible version of these classic sandwiches that are perfect for parties. Make these with deli turkey, a jar of your favorite Alfredo sauce, bacon and sun dried tomatoes. They bake up quickly, and they are a real crowd pleaser, not just for derby day. The Ingredients The…
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Continue ReadingBenedictine Dip Benedictine Dip is a Kentucky Derby Classic. There are many versions of this dip and many are very traditional. This version of Benedictine Dip is my variation and it is simple to make and very delicious. Make this Benedictine dip with grated onion, grated cucumber and cream cheese. It is best when it sits in the fridge overnight. I love serving it with cucumber slice and toasted baguette slices. The full, printable recipe is below. Beyond the recipe is more information and tips for those who would like more clarification. Full, Printable Recipe The Trick Is Grating The…
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Continue ReadingDerby Day Tea This Derby Day Tea is a refreshing drink that is also fun and beautiful to look at. Brewed with Hibiscus Tea, and mixed with pink lemonade, mint and lemons, this is a drink you can sip on all day. If you would like to make it a little more spicy, feel free to add a shot of flavored vodka or bourbon. Additionally, you can double this recipe to make a bigger batch. It stores in the fridge for up to three days. The full, printable recipe is below. Beyond that, I have included some pictures and information…
Hi! I’m April, AKA The Tipsy Housewife. I’m Chicago born-and-raised and I love creating delicious and affordable recipes that taste just like home. Plus they’re easy enough to make with a cocktail in hand! Get ready to find your new fave meal.
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