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Wednesday, 21 January 2026

Meatloaf Hamburgers


Meatloaf Patty Sandwiches

These meatloaf sandwiches are one of my favorite easy dinner recipes!
 
Servings:  people

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs ground beef
  • 1 small chopped onion
  • 1 TBSP minced garlic
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup Ketchup
  • 1 tsp each of salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and smoked paprika

SAUCE

  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1/2 cup bbq sauce
  • 1 tbsp mustard

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, mix together 2 lbs of ground beef, 1 small chopped onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, an egg, Italian bread crumbs, ketchup and salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and smoked paprika.
  • Gently mix together all ingredients with your hands. Form meatloaf mixture into 8 burger sized patties. Place them on a wire rack on a baking sheet.
  • To make the sauce, mix together ketchup, bbq sauce, and mustard. Spread the sauce mixture over the tops of each meatloaf patty.
  • Bake at 400 degrees for 30-35 minutes. Once the beef is fully cooked (I checked them with a meat thermometer) broil at 500 degrees for just a couple of minutes.
  • Place meatloaf on buns and top with any of your favorite toppings. Enjoy!
Original video:

Homemade Hamburger or Hot Dog Buns


✨Hamburger Buns✨

In a bowl or standing mixer, add the yeast, warm water (about 110 degrees F), and sugar. Let sit for 10 minutes to activate. 

After 10 minutes, add the oil, beaten egg, and salt. Slowly add the flour and mix with your dough hook (or knead by hand) until a smooth dough forms. 

Divide the dough into 8 equal sections. Roll into a ball and place on a greased baking sheet. Cover with a kitchen towel and let rest for 10 minutes. 

Beat an egg and egg wash the top of your buns before placing them on the top rack in your oven.

Bake at 425 degrees F for 8-12 minutes. 

*can also be made into hotdog buns!

Monday, 19 January 2026

Stuffed Pepper Casserole


STUFFED PEPPER CASSEROLE

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
1 cup uncooked white rice
2 cups bell peppers, diced (red & green)
1 small onion, chopped
2 cups tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes
1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
Salt & black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Brown the ground beef with onion in a skillet; drain excess fat.

Stir in rice, bell peppers, tomato sauce, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish and cover tightly with foil.

Bake for 40–45 minutes, until rice is tender.

Remove foil, sprinkle cheese on top, and bake 10 minutes more until melted.

Homemade Beef Gravy Mix


🥣 Homemade Gravy Mix (Comfort Food Classic)

Ingredients:

½ cup all-purpose flour
3 tbsp beef bouillon granules
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp black pepper
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Instructions:

1. In a bowl, whisk together all ingredients until well combined.
2. Store the mixture in an airtight container or jar.
3. To make gravy:
Whisk 3 tablespoons of the mix with 1½ cups water in a saucepan.
Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until thickened.
4. Serve hot over mashed potatoes, roast beef, meatloaf, or biscuits.

Sheet Pan Garlic Butter Steak, Potatoes, Mushrooms & Onions


🧄🥩🍄 Sheet Pan Garlic Butter Steak, Potatoes, Mushrooms & Onions

Ingredients
1½ lb steak (sirloin, ribeye, or strip), cut into 1–1½" chunks
1½ lb baby potatoes, halved or thick-sliced
8 oz mushrooms, sliced (cremini or white)
1 large onion, sliced into wedges
4 Tbsp butter, melted
2 Tbsp olive oil
5–6 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp paprika
Salt & black pepper, to taste
Optional: fresh parsley or thyme

Instructions

Preheat oven
Set oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large sheet pan with foil or parchment.

Start the potatoes
Toss potatoes with:
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 Tbsp melted butter
Salt & pepper
Spread in a single layer. Roast 15 minutes.

Prep steak + veggies
In separate bowls:
• Steak → toss with remaining olive oil, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt & pepper
• Mushrooms & onions → toss with a little salt & pepper

Make garlic butter
Mix remaining melted butter with minced garlic.
Add everything to pan
Remove pan. Push potatoes to one side.
Add steak, mushrooms, and onions in separate sections.
Drizzle garlic butter over everything.

Finish roasting
Return to oven for 10–12 minutes, flipping once, until:
Steak is cooked how you like
Veggies are tender and caramelized

Toss & serve
Gently toss together. Garnish with parsley or thyme.

🧠 Pro Tips
• Use cremini (baby bella) mushrooms for deeper flavor
• Red onion adds sweetness
• Finish with a little Worcestershire drizzle at the end for steakhouse depth
• Want extra crispy potatoes? Broil 1–2 minutes at the end 🔥