Air Fryer Empanadas
Air Fryer Empanadas are the answer snack time or anytime! Made with flaky pie crust, savory beef filling, and cheese you will find yourself making batch after batch.
There’s nothing better than a great recipe to have in the back of your pocket for nights when you just want some comfort snack foods that don’t take too much effort. Good thing I’ve got this ground beef empanada recipe for just those kinds of nights!
The great thing about this air fryer beef empanada recipe is that you don’t use all of the ground beef for the initial preparation. What I do is freeze the additional beef that’s leftover so I can make these again without having to remake all the meat.
Bonus, you can freeze storebought pie crust. Grab them when they are on sale so when you want to whip these up, the beef and the crust are already in my freezer. I just put both items in the refrigerator to thaw the night before and it’s HELLO snack time the next night!
What movie pairs well with air fryer empanadas?
For this Mitten Movie Night, we are watching The Great Outdoors in honor of the late, great John Candy who passed away 26 years ago this week.
What beer pairs well with flaky pie crust stuffed with ground beef and cheese then dipped in lots of sour cream and salsa?
The beer: Dirty Blonde from Atwater Brewery.
You will see this beer in many of my posts because it just happens to be 1) my favorite, 2) a perfect example of blonde ales because it can literally be paired with any dish.
Do you own an air fryer? If so, check out these other air fryer recipes on the site:
How to make Empanadas in the Air Fryer:
The key to making this empanadas recipe is to KEEP IT COOL.
- Make sure the ground beef has cooled completely before using it.
- Roll out one sheet of pie crust at a time, keep the other one in the refrigerator and only remove when ready to cut the circles out.
Start by browning the ground beef. Cook over medium/high heat on top of the stove. When the beef is halfway cooked, add the garlic powder, black pepper, chili powder, and cumin.
Once the ground beef is cooked all the way through and no longer pink drain the grease from it and add to a bowl. LET IT COOL COMPLETELY.
When the beef has cooled, remove one of the pie crusts from the refrigerator to start cutting out the circles.
On a piece of wax or parchment paper add a small amount of flour and roll the pie crust out onto it.
Using a glass or biscuit cutter cut out 7-8 circles.
There will be remaining dough. Pick it up and roll it together into a ball.
Using the same glass, roll the dough out into a circle again and cut additional circles. I can usually get 11-12 circles of dough out of each crust.
Add the cooled ground beef and shredded cheese onto one half of the pie crust circle. *Any additional ground beef that is leftover put into a freezer-friendly container and freeze for up to a month. To thaw, put in the refrigerator 24 hours before use.
The best way to make sure that they seal and you don’t make a mess of the air fryer basket, pinch the edges then fold the edges over. Crimp the folded edge with a fork.
Spray the bottom of the air fryer basket with spray vegetable oil. Add the prepared empanadas to the basket. Spray the tops with additional oil or brush with melted butter (this is my favorite way to make them but spray works well too).
Set the air fryer to 350 degrees and fry for 8 minutes. With a fork, gently flip each one. Spray again with oil or brush with butter and fry for 1 more minute.
Remove the empanadas from the basket and continue the process until they are all made, should take about 3-4 times. Keep the already made ones warm in the oven or eat as you make them!
Serve these with sour cream and salsa. And here you are……
From our home in the Bottom Left of the Mitten to yours ~ Enjoy!
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| Prep Time | 15 minutes |
| Cook Time | 24 minutes |
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- 1 pounds ground beef I used 80/20
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp chili powders
- 1/4 tsp cumin
- 2 9-inch pie crusts
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar jack cheese
- 1 Tbs flour
- chunky salsa for serving
- sour cream for serving
- vegetable oil spray
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- Start by browning the ground beef. Cook over medium/high heat on top of the stove. When the beef is halfway cooked, add the garlic powder, black pepper, chili powder, and cumin.
- Once the ground beef is cooked all the way through and no longer pink drain the grease from it and add to a bowl. LET IT COOL COMPLETELY.
- When the beef has cooled, remove one of the pie crusts from the refrigerator to start cutting out the circles.
- On a piece of wax or parchment paper add a small amount of flour and roll the pie crust out onto it.
- Using a glass or biscuit cutter cut out 7-8 circles. There will be remaining dough. Pick it up and roll it together into a ball.
- Using the same glass, roll the dough out into a circle again and cut additional circles. I can usually get 11-12 circles of dough out of each crust.
- Add the cooled ground beef and shredded cheese onto one half of the pie crust circle. *Any additional ground beef that is leftover put into a freezer-friendly container and freeze for up to a month. To thaw, put in the refrigerator 24 hours before use.
- The best way to make sure that they seal and you don't make a mess of the air fryer basket, pinch the edges then fold the edges over. Crimp the folded edge with a fork.
- Spray the bottom of the air fryer basket with spray vegetable oil. Add the prepared empanadas to the basket. Spray the tops with additional oil or brush with melted butter.
- Set the air fryer to 350 degrees and fry for 8 minutes. With a fork, gently flip each one. Spray again with oil or brush with butter and fry for 1 more minute.
- Remove the empanadas from the basket and continue the process until they are all made, should take about 3-4 times. Keep the already made ones warm in the oven or eat as you make them!
- Serve these with sour cream and salsa. Enjoy!
Crispy Air Fryer Potatoes
Want crispy potatoes but you don’t want to deal with lots of oil and a messy stovetop? Making these Crispy Air Fryer Potatoes in the air fryer leaves little mess but that doesn’t mean they aren’t big on flavor.
Is there anything that the air fryer can’t do? I use it to make everything from sandwiches to snacks, so this appliance gets a workout here in my kitchen. So for this Mitten Movie
What beer pairs well with fried potatoes?
The beer: Twilight Summer Ale from Deschutes Brewery.
These potatoes pair perfectly with the citrus notes in this summer ale. This is such an easy-drinking beer so it’s perfect for long summer afternoons.
What should I read while eating air fryer potatoes and drinking a summer ale?
I have been reading like crazy this summer. On Twitter, Stephen King recommended this book and said he could not put it down. Guess what? Neither could I! I read Necessary People by Anna Pitoniak in ONE DAY.
Want more book recommendations follow my Book Reviews stories on IG.
Look how crispy these are! So why wouldn’t I call these Crispy Air Fryer Potato Chips? They sure look like chips. I didn’t call them ‘potato chips’ because I want to keep this recipe open for interpretation.
Can you snack on them like chips? Yes. But they can be so much more. Make these potatoes and add them to make a Cajun Steak & Potato Salad. Skip the tortilla chips for Smoke Sausage Nachos and make a ‘tachos’ meal with them. Use the sauce on these Pesto Fries for a salty and cheesy side dish.
Now that we have down a few ideas of how to use these fried potaotes, let’s make them!
How to make Crispy Air Fryer Potatoes:
First, clean the potatoes. Slice them thinly using a knife or vegetable slicer.
The next step is very important. In a bowl add cool water and place the sliced potatoes into it. Let them sit in the water for 30 minutes.
Why do you want to soak potato slices in water before frying them?
This gets the potato starch from the potatoes and keeps them from getting soggy and sticking together. You want maximum crispiness so make sure to do this step.
After the potatoes have been soaked drain the water then using a paper towel dry off the potatoes.
To the uncooked potatoes add the olive oil and seasonings. Stir to coat the potaotes evenly.
Place the potatoes into the basket of the air fryer. Set the air fryer to 380 degrees and set for 25 minutes. Push ‘start.
Check the potatoes after 10 minutes and using a small spatula, flip the potatoes around. Slide the basket back in then perform the same action every 5 minutes for another 15 minutes.
Remove from the air fryer and serve as desired. And here you are……
From our home in the Bottom Left of the Mitten to yours ~ Enjoy!
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| Prep Time | 30 minutes |
| Cook Time | 25 minutes |
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- 3 medium russet potatoes cleaned then sliced thinly
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 1/8 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp parsley flakes
- 1/4 tsp thyme leaf
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- Clean the potatoes. Slice them thinly using a knife or vegetable slicer.
- In a bowl add cool water and place the sliced potatoes into it. Let them sit in the water for 30 minutes.
- Drain the water then using a paper towel dry off the potatoes.
- To the uncooked potatoes add the olive oil and seasonings. Stir to coat the potatoes evenly.
- Place the potatoes into the basket of the air fryer. Set the air fryer to 380 degrees and set for 25 minutes. Push 'start.
- Check the potatoes after 10 minutes and using a small spatula, flip the potatoes around. Slide the basket back in then perform the same action every 5 minutes for another 15 minutes.
- Remove from the air fryer and serve as desired. Enjoy!
Ham and Potato Soup with Raspberry Pie Dippers
There is nothing like a comforting bowl of soup in the winter. It’s even better when it’s Ham and Potato Soup with Raspberry Pie Dippers. The ultimate savory and sweet combination.
The inspiration for the dippers came from a sandwich that I love, the Monte Cristo. A local restaurant here serves a ham and cheese sandwich fried with a side of raspberry jam. It’s fantastic!
So that got me thinking, what if I made my favorite ham and potato
What TV show pairs well with a warm bowl of soup and craft beer?
My husband and I binged Russian Doll in just a few nights. If you are a fan of dark comedies then this show is for you.
What beer pairs well with Ham and Potato Soup with Raspberry Dippers?
The beer: Holy Moses Raspberry White Ale from Great Lakes Brewing.
I’m a fan of fruit beers and this one did a nice job of not being too sweet. Even though I already had raspberry in the pie dippers, I felt like more raspberry could not hurt. I was right.
How to make Ham and Potato Soup:
Peel, clean and chop the potatoes and carrots.
Chop the celery and onions. Mince the garlic.
In a large stockpot melt 1 Tbs butter. Add the onions, garlic, celery, and ham. Sautee 2-4 minutes.
Add the chicken broth, potatoes, carrots, salt, pepper, and herbs. Simmer for 20 minutes.
In the last 5 minutes of cooking combine in a small dish 1/4 cup milk with 2 Tbs flour. Add to the pot. This will thicken up the soup.
How to make Raspberry Pie Dippers:
Spread a prepared pie crust onto a floured surface.
Add spoonfuls of raspberry jam to the crust. Make sure to have spaces in between each one.
Whisk one egg then brush along the sections that do not have jam on them.
Add the other pie crust to the top of the raspberry jam. Press down between each ‘pocket’ to seal the edges.
Cut the pie dippers along the seams then add to a sheet pan. Bake at 375 degrees for 18 minutes.
Pour the soup into a bowl. Serve with a cold beer and warm raspberry pie dippers.
Want more cold-weather comfort food and beer pairings?
- Beef Tips & Gravy with The Double Magician from Short’s Brewing
- Under the Troll Bridge Pasties with Arcadia Ale’s Hopmouth
- Turkey Meatballs with Balsamic Vinegar Glaze with Melonfest Cantaloupe Wheat from Roak Brewing
And here you are……
From our home in the Bottom Left of the Mitten to yours ~ Enjoy!
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| Prep Time | 10 minutes |
| Cook Time | 25 minutes |
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- 1 medium yellow onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 stalks celery chopped
- 2 stalks carrots peeled and chopped
- 4 large russet potatoes peeled, cleaned and chopped
- 8 ounces diced ham
- 1 Tbs butter
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp thyme
- 1/2 tsp rosemary
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 2 Tbs all purpose flour
- 2 9-inch pie crusts
- 5 ounces raspberry jam
- 1 egg whisked
Ingredients
Ham and Potato Soup
Raspberry Pie Dippers
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- Peel, clean and chop the potatoes and carrots.
- Chop the celery and onions. Mince the garlic.
- In a large stockpot melt 1 Tbs butter. Add the onions, garlic, celery, and ham. Sautee 2-4 minutes.
- Add the chicken broth, potatoes, carrots, salt, pepper, and herbs. Simmer for 20 minutes.
- In the last 5 minutes of cooking combine in a small dish 1/4 cup milk with 2 Tbs flour. Add to the pot. This will thicken up the soup.
- Spread a prepared pie crust onto a floured surface.
- Add spoonfuls of raspberry jam to the crust. Make sure to have spaces in between each one.
- Whisk one egg then brush along the sections that do not have jam on them.
- Add the other pie crust to the top of the raspberry jam. Press down between each 'pocket' to seal the edges.
- Cut the pie dippers along the seams then add to a sheet pan. Bake at 375 degrees for 18 minutes.
- Pour the soup into a bowl. Serve with a cold beer and warm raspberry pie dippers. Enjoy!
Dilled Brussels Sprouts Pizza
Looking for a simple pizza recipe that isn’t simple on flavor? Dilled Brussels Sprouts Pizza has a creamy garlic sauce, lots of cheese and is topped with dilled vegetables. Perfect for when you are looking for a slice of something different.
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I’ve been seeing pickle pizza all over social media lately. So when I got these great jars of ready-to-serve vegetables from Paisley Farm, I knew I had to try my own take on dill pizza!
This pizza turned out so good! It would make a great holiday party appetizer, a snack while watching Christmas movies or a great addition to a New Year’s Eve pizza buffet.
When I made this I decided to go with a nice, light garlic sauce. It worked out to perfection!
If you are interested in trying a different Paisley Farm vegetable and sauce combination might I recommend these pairings:
- Red tomato sauce, Hot Brussels Sprouts, and mozzarella cheese.
- An Asian inspired sauce (get the recipe here), Asian Bean Salad, and cheddar cheese.
- Chunky salsa, Southwest Bean Salad, and pepper jack cheese.
How to make Dilled Brussels Sprouts Pizza:
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees and prepare the pizza crust according to package directions or your favorite pizza crust recipe. (I’ve got a great one here.)
Next, I made the garlic sauce to go on top of the pizza crust. In a small saucepan melt the butter over medium heat.
Whisk in the minced garlic then sauté for 30 seconds.
To the butter, add the 1 Tbs flour a little at the time, constantly whisking the butter.
Finally, whisk in the milk to thin out the mixture then let thicken to a sauce. Turn off the heat.
Top the prepared pizza crust with the sauce. Add the cheese.
Finally, slice the Dilled Brussels Sprouts and add to the top of the pizza and sprinkle dill weed over the top of the pizza.
Bake the pizza for 18-20 minutes. Slice into 8 slices.
And here you are……
From our home in the Bottom Left of the Mitten to yours ~ Enjoy!
| Prep Time | 5 minutes |
| Cook Time | 18 minutes |
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- 1 pizza crust either premade or made per package directions
- 4 Tbs unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 Tbs flour
- 3-4 Tbs milk
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Paisley Farms Dilled Brussels Sprouts halved
- 1/2 tsp dill weed
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- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees and prepare the pizza crust according to package directions or your favorite pizza crust recipe.
- In a small saucepan melt the butter over medium heat.
- Whisk in the minced garlic then sauté for 30 seconds.
- To the butter, add the 1 Tbs flour a little at the time, constantly whisking the butter.
- Whisk in the milk to thin out the mixture then let thicken to a sauce. Turn off the heat.
- Top the prepared pizza crust with the sauce. Add the cheese.
- Slice the Dilled Brussels Sprouts and add to the top of the pizza and sprinkle dill weed over the top of the pizza.
- Bake the pizza for 18-20 minutes. Slice into 8 slices. Enjoy!
The BEST Marinade for Smoking Meat
A smoker is a great way to have amazing BBQ right at home. This Marinade for Smoking Meat is easy and leave whatever meat you are smoking so tasty!
A few years ago I got my husband a smoker for Christmas. It ended up being a great purchase because we use it a lot! Weekends are spent slowly smoking pork or beef for a great dinner and then we have plenty of leftovers to get us through the rest of the weekend.
This marinade is one that I’ve been using since we got the smoker. A great marinade is a key to tender meat, so don’t miss this step.
How to make the BEST Marinade for Smoking Meat:
To a pan add the Coca-Cola, spices, apple cider vinegar then the molasses.
Over medium-high heat cook for 5 minutes, stirring as it cooks.
Turn off the heat and add the ice. Let the marinade cool.
In a dish add the meat then pour the marinade over it.
Cover the pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 12 hours, flipping the meat about halfway through.
Smoke meat as you like.
What ways are best to smoke meats?
- Low and slow – My husband made this pork roast below by just letting it go low and slow over 9 hours. It fell apart and had some amazing burnt ends on it.
- Texas Crutch – This involves smoking the meat for a time then wrapping it with foil. Check out this great article about it here.
What should you serve with smoked meats?
From our home in the Bottom Left of the Mitten to yours ~ Enjoy!
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| Prep Time | 5 minutes |
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Ingredients
- 16.9 ounces Coca-Cola or any dark soda, try to stay away from diet
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 cup coarse kosher salt
- 2 Tbs garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 Tbs apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup dark molasses
- 2 cups ice
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Instructions
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To a pan add the Coca-Cola, spices, apple cider vinegar then the molasses.
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Over medium-high heat cook for 5 minutes, stirring as it cooks.
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Turn off the heat and add the ice. Let the marinade cool.
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In a dish add the meat then pour the marinade over it.
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Cover the pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 12 hours, flipping the meat about halfway through.
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Smoke meat as you like. Enjoy!
Mac and Cheese for a Crowd
This is the time of year for tailgates and holiday parties, so having a Quick Recipe that will feed lots of people is a must! This Mac and Cheese for a Crowd has only a few ingredients and comes together easily. Set it and forget it in the slow cooker so you can enjoy the party and not be stuck in the kitchen.
I’ve been making this mac and cheese recipe for years. It’s always my go-to when people are coming over. The pasteurized cheese spread melts perfectly with the pasta to create this deliciously cheesy dish that goes with literally any main dish that you are servings – hot dogs, hamburgers or smoked meats.
Did you just say ‘pasteurized cheese spread’?
Yes, yes I did. It still exists and it’s truly THE BEST way to make this mac and cheese. While I do not keep it in my fridge on a regular basis this recipe is one reason why you might want to keep it on hand.
This recipe calls for only half the amount of pasteurized cheese spread. I made this twice in a month for my son’s birthday and then a pool party so all I was out was 2 boxes of pasta and two cans of evaporated milk. Total cost for this macaroni and cheese for 2 parties: Less than $11.00. Double bonus: This mac and cheese for a crowd is very economical.
How to make Mac and Cheese for a Crowd: {VIDEO BELOW}
Cook the elbow pasta according to package directions and drain.
Add the drained pasta to a greased slow cooker.
Cube 1/2 the package of pasteurized cheese spread. Place on top of the pasta in the slow cooker.
Shake the evaporated milk then open and pour over the pasta and cheese.
In a small bowl add the garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and parsley flakes. Stir to combine then pour over the pasta and cheese.
Stir to completely combine all the ingredients together.
Cover and set the slow cooker as follows:
Since the pasta will continue to cook in the slow cooker *do not* leave on high heat for very long.
- Serving immediately – set the slow cooker to high for up to 10 minutes, stirring often.
- Eating within 30 minutes – set the slow cooker to low, stirring every 10 minutes.
- Waiting longer than an hour – set the slow cooker to keep warm, stirring every 20 minutes.
And here you are……
From our home in the Bottom Left of the Mitten to yours ~ Enjoy!
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| Prep Time | 5 minutes |
| Cook Time | 20 minutes |
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- 16 ounces elbow pasta cooked according to package directions
- 16 ounces pasteurized cheese spread this is 1/2 of the 32 ounce package
- 12 ounces evaporated milk shaken
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp parsley flakes
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- Cook the elbow pasta according to package directions and drain.
- Add the drained pasta to a greased slow cooker.
- Cube 1/2 the package of pasteurized cheese spread. Place on top of the pasta in the slow cooker.
- Shake the evaporated milk then open and pour over the pasta and cheese.
- In a small bowl add the garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper and parsley flakes. Stir to combine then pour over the pasta and cheese.
- Stir to completely combine all the ingredients together.
- Cover and set according to timing below. Enjoy!
Cover and set the slow cooker as follows:
Since the pasta will continue to cook int he slow cooker *do not* leave on high heat for very long.
- Serving immediately - set the slow cooker to high for up to 10 minutes, stirring often.
- Eating within 30 minutes - set the slow cooker to low, stirring every 10 minutes.
- Waiting longer than an hour - set the slow cooker to warm, storring every 20 minutes.
Pulled Pork Mac and Cheese
A creamy homemade cheese sauce coats noodles and makes the perfect bed for pulled pork. Drizzle this Pulled Pork Mac and Cheese with BBQ sauce then top with spicy jalapenos and pickled red onions.
Welcome to the first Mitten Movie Night of Spring! We are ready to settle in and start enjoying the warmer weather. Today I am sharing a recipe that is inspired by a wonderful meal that we had while on our Spring Break trip to Florida, pulled pork mac and cheese.
A little more on the backstory of where this recipe originated from. This year was the first year that we actually ventured out of Michigan for Spring Break. The Winter has been long and we were all in need of some serious Sunshine. So we headed down to a place that I grew up going to as a kid – Venice, Florida. Right on the Gulf of Mexico we couldn’t have asked for a better place to get away from it all….well expect for the traffic with everyone else having the same idea…but I digress and do not want to complain because this was easily one of my favorite vacations we’ve ever had. I mean look at this picture of the boys heading down to the beach. A picture truly is worth a thousand words.
While we were in Florida we visited my friend and her family who hosted us for Easter. Visited the Clearwater Marine Aquarium to see Winter & Hope. Then enjoyed lots of time at the pool, the beach and eating really good food. On the suggestion of one of the residents at the condo we headed over to Darrell’s BBQ. It was a treat because anyone with kids and driving 24 hours to get to a location knows it means lots of fast food and we were ready for a sit down meal. The husband had the pulled pork platter, Big A had a burger and Little A and I shared a big bowl of pulled pork mac and cheese with piles of pork and sweet BBQ sauce. It was so good and one that I kept note of so I could make it as soon as we got home.
What beer pairs well with Pulled Pork Mac and Cheese?
The beer: Hopsoulution Double IPA from Bell’s.
Even though most of this post talks about Florida, I am a Michigan girl and happy to be home because we do have some of the best craft beer in the country. Wouldn’t you know we came back just in time for the release of Hopsoulution Double IPA.
How to make Pulled Pork Mac and Cheese:
Let’s start with the pulled pork. For this pulled pork mac and cheese recipe, I made the pork in the slow cooker. You can easily smoke the meat if you like but I ran short on time and really didn’t feel like pulling out the smoker so the slow cooker worked just as good.
Mix the beef broth and seasonings in the bottom of the crock pot and add the pork. Set for 6-8 hours on low and the pork is ready to be taken out and pulled.
About 20 minutes before the pork is ready to come out start the macaroni and cheese. Boil the pasta according to package directions. Once it is done remove from the pan, drain and set aside in another bowl.
To the pot you cooked the pasta add the butter and over medium heat melt the butter. Once it has melted stir the flour into the butter until it is slightly smooth (you may see some lumps) then add the milk. Stir until combines and you have a nice sauce appearance.
Now add the nutmeg, pepper, garlic powder then finally add the 3 different cheeses. Make sure you stir the whole time. See how awesome this sauce comes out. The ‘pull’ of the cheese. Thick enough to coat all the noodles. Another word for it is ‘cheesetastic’.
Add the noodles to the pot and stir to get all the sauce all over the noodles. Now set out a plate and add the mac and cheese.
Heap some pulled pork on there. Drizzle with BBQ sauce (I recommend my Best BBQ Sauce). Finish off this pulled pork mac and cheese with pickled red onions and jalapenos.
And here you are….
From our home in the Bottom Left of the Mitten to yours ~ Enjoy!
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| Prep Time | 15 minutes |
| Cook Time | 8 hours |
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- 1 1/2-2 pounds boneless pork loin
- 2 cups beef broth I use beef broth base
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1/4 tsp Spanish paprika
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 3 cups dry pasta (I used rotini) cooked to package directions
- 2 Tbs butter
- 2 Tbs flour
- 1-1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 cup shredded parmesan
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded colby jack cheese
Ingredients
Pulled Pork
Mac and Cheese
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- To a slow cooker add beef broth, onion powder, minced garlic and seasonings then set for 6-8 hours on low and the pork is ready to be taken out and pulled.
- Boil the pasta according to package directions. Once it is done remove from the pan, drain and set aside in another bowl.
- To the pot you cooked the pasta add the butter and over medium heat melt the butter. Once it has melted stir the flour into the butter until it is slightly smooth (you may see some lumps) then add the milk. Stir until combines and you have a nice sauce appearance.
- Add the nutmeg, pepper, garlic powder then finally add the 3 different cheese. Make sure you stir the whole time.
- Add the noodles to the pot and stir to get all the sauce all over the noodles.
- To plate: Add the mac and cheese. Heap some pulled pork on there. Drizzle with BBQ sauce. Finish off with pickled red onions and jalapenos. Enjoy!
Cast Iron Onion Burgers
These Cast Iron Onion Burgers are so juicy! Topped with melted cheese, horseradish sauce and onions, this is one burger recipe you won’t want to miss.
One of my earliest memories involved a burger and a pretty funny story from my childhood. My Dad loves to cook on the grill. One day he made burgers and I did not like it so I fed it to…my dog. Needless to say, he was not happy. I should have felt bad but the dog looked so happy so I think I remember it being worth it.
As an adult though I am a HUGE burger lover. This includes one that I make in my new favorite kitchen essential, the cast iron pan. That’s why I call these cast iron onion burgers.
What TV shows on Netflix pair well with a juicy burger recipe?
This Mitten Movie Night is kicking off Season 3 of Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt.
What beer pairs well with burgers?
The beer: Hoptronix from New Holland.
Do you agree that hops go with everything? I think my husband would because they are his favorite types of beer.
How to make Cast Iron Onion Burgers:
Let’s start with the patties. Take the ground hamburger and add Worcestershire Sauce, A1 Sauce, salt and pepper and mix. Form into 4 burgers.
Shake the dry rub on top, this makes a nice little flavor crust when cooked in the cast iron skillet.
Place the cast iron skillet on the stove top and heat on medium/high for 3-4 minutes to get it good and hot.
Add oil to the pan.
Place onions let sizzle for a few seconds then place burger on top. To cook the burger as evenly as possible cover with a lid.
Cook 8 minutes, that was the ‘sweet spot’ on medium heat for these cast iron onion burgers.
Now flip over the burger so the onions are on top. Cook 6 minutes. Add cheese then cover again and cook an additional 2-3 minutes to melt.
Check the center for the desired coloring. I like my burgers cooked all the way through so the times stated above are what I used. Please Note: Check your pan and stove directions to make sure that you do not consume undercooked meat.
For any burger or sandwich, a toasted bun is a must! Take the buns and smother in some butter and cook on a sheet pan for around 5 minutes.
Now it’s sauce time! I just whipped together mayonnaise and horseradish sauce.
Top the toasted bun with the burger. Smother as much as you like the sauce on the bun.
And here you are…..
From our home in the Bottom Left of the Mitten to yours ~ Enjoy!
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| Prep Time | 5 minutes |
| Cook Time | 20 minutes |
| Servings |
burgers
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- 1 pound ground hamburger
- 1 Tbs Worcestershire Sauce
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 Tbs A1 Sauce
- 1 Tbs A1 Dry Rub
- 4 hamburger buns
- 2 Tbs butter
- 1 large yellow onion cut into thick slices
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- 4 tsp oil
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup horseradish sauce
Ingredients
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- Take the ground hamburger and add Worcestershire Sauce, A1 Sauce, salt and pepper and mix. Form into 4 patties. Shake the dry rub on top.
- Place the cast iron skillet on the stove top and heat on medium/high for 3-4 minutes to get it good and hot.
- Add oil to the pan. Place onions let sizzle for a few seconds then place burger on top.
- To cook the burger as evenly as possible cover with a lid. Cook 8 minutes, that was the 'sweet spot' on medium heat.
- Flip over so the onions are on top. Cook 6 minutes. Add cheese then cover again and cook an additional 2-3 minutes to melt.
- Take the buns and smother in some butter and cook on a sheet pan for around 5 minutes.
- Whip together mayonnaise and horseradish sauce. Top the toasted bun with the burger. Smother as much as you like of the sauce on the bun. Enjoy!
Fried Pork Chops
I have to say that pork is easily one of my favorite meats to cook and eat. Crock pot, stove top, braised, baked, chops, roast…..so many ways to cook it! What’s not to love? One way that I make it is a family favorite and that is by frying it. Just a few ingredients and very little time will leave you in Hog Heaven with my Fried Pork Chops.
When I’m feeling like ‘comfort food’ without the fuss this is the dish I make. It’s quick and tasty. The buttery cracker crust is crunchy and satisfying. And it’s as simple as these steps:
- Take a sleeve of crackers and crush them. If you are careful enough you can do this right in the plastic sleeve and not even dirty a dish or waste a plastic Ziploc bag. Put on a plate. Add seasonings.
- Beat 2 eggs.
- Heat 1/4 cup of vegetable oil in the bottom of a pan. Set to medium/high heat.
- Place pork chop in egg, then crackers.
- Then add pork chop to oil and place a lid part-way over the pan. I find that this cooks them more even.
- Cook for 5-6 minutes, depending on the thickness of the chops. I always buy the ‘thin sliced’ package at my local grocery. If you buy them too thick, they will not cook quick enough and you can risk burning the cracker coating. Flip then cook 4-5 minutes more.
The best thing about these Fried Pork Chops is that they go with so many different sides. I made these with roasted potatoes and asparagus. I also serve it with mashed potatoes and creamed corn (a great combo in itself). Mix it up and enjoy! Here you are….
From our home in the Bottom Left of the Mitten to yours ~ Enjoy!
As always I would love to thank our Sunday Supper host Shelby from Grumpy’s Honeybunch. Our hosts make it look easy!
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| Servings |
chops
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- 6 thin sliced pork chops
- 2 eggs beaten
- 1 sleeve crackers I used Town House Original
- 1/4 tsp ground thyme
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
Ingredients
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- Take a sleeve of crackers and crush them. If you are careful enough you can do this right in the plastic sleeve and not even dirty a dish or waste a plastic Ziploc bag. Put on a plate. Add seasonings.
- Beat 2 eggs.
- Heat 1/4 cup of vegetable oil in the bottom of a pan. Set to medium/high heat.
- Place pork chop in egg, then crackers.
- Then add pork chop to oil and place a lid part-way over the pan. I find that this cooks them more even.
- Cook for 5-6 minutes, depending on the thickness of the chops.
- Flip then cook 4-5 minutes more. Make sure no longer pink in the center. Enjoy!
Bacon Shells & Cheese
This easy pasta dish is full of summer vegetables, crispy bacon, pasta, and a creamy cheese sauce. Bacon Shells & Cheese is the perfect dinner when you’re looking for comfort food but short on time.
Ah…finally Friday! After last weeks long weekend and the kids finally going back to school, I am ready for this Mitten Movie Night. If your like me then put your feet up and dig into this delicious and creamy Bacon Shells & Cheese.
What beer pairs well with Bacon Shells & Cheese?
The beer: Lagunitas Lucky 13.
This is one of my husband’s favorites.
Pasta is Perfect for Entertaining
When I pulled out the bowl that I usually place my pasta in I realized that it has held up very well. It was a gift from my cousin for my wedding. That means this month it is 13 years old! It’s so beautiful and gives any pasta I put into it a beautiful presentation.
Do you have special dishes you pull out when people are coming over?
When I say that this pasta comes together quickly, I’m not exaggerating.
How to make Bacon Shells & Cheese:
Start your pasta to boil and your diced bacon to cook according to package directions, they take approximately the same amount of time.
While they are both cooking chop your vegetables.
Once your pasta has cooked drain and set aside.
Once bacon has cooked remove from the pan and reserve 1 tsp. of the bacon grease. Not too much but enough to keep the flavor.
In the same pan melt 1 Tbs. butter in the bottom then add onions and zucchini. Soften for around 3 minutes. Add tomatoes. Sautee quickly. Over the top of the vegetables sprinkle the flour and stir. Pour in milk.
Bring to a simmer and add Parmesan cheese, Italian cheese, garlic powder, and pepper. Let thicken, which should take about 2-3 minutes.
Put your pasta and bacon back into the pan.
Transfer to beautiful serving bowl, garnish with more cheese & basil.
And here you are…..
From our home in the Bottom Left of the Mitten to yours ~ Enjoy!
Originally published in September of 2016. Updated post in March of 2019.
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| Prep Time | 10 minutes |
| Cook Time | 20 minutes |
| Servings |
servings
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- 8 ounces small shell pasta cooked to package directions
- 1 Tbs butter
- 12 ounces bacon cooked to package directions, reserve 1 tsp oil after cooked
- 1/2 cup shredded italian cheese more for garnish if desired
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 2 small zucchini diced
- 1 small onion diced
- 1 small roma tomato diced
- 2 Tbs flour
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Ingredients
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- Start your pasta to boil and your diced bacon to cook according to package directions, they take approximately the same amount of time.
- Dice vegetables.
- Once your pasta has cooked drain and set aside. When bacon is cooked remove from the pan and reserve 1 tsp. of the bacon grease in the pan.
- In the same pan melt 1 Tbs. butter in the bottom then add onions and zucchini. Soften for around 3 minutes. Add tomatoes. Sautee quickly.
- Over the top of the vegetables sprinkle the flour and stir. Pour in milk. Bring to a simmer and Parmesan cheese, Italian cheese, garlic powder and pepper. Let thicken, which should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Put your pasta and bacon back into the pan.
- Garnish with more cheese & basil.
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