Category: Hallee Cooks!

Roasting the Perfect Turkey

Looking for a Thanksgiving read? Try Ian, the prequel to the Dixon Brothers series!

Comfort Food Meatloaf

Give a Pig a Pancake

Confession Time I have a confession to make. I love smoking. That first morning cigarette or that cigarette you savor with a cup of rich coffee, or that quickie while on the phone, or that nice relaxing smoke while driving on the interstate highway, or that first smoke right after work. That cigarette you share …

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Supper Nachos

Artichoke, Kale & Lentil Stew

This is such a rich, flavorful stew. It’s completely vegetarian, so you can eat it if you’re fasting from meat.

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Grilled Grouper

Phil’s mom grills grouper for their family dinner night. This is a beautiful main course that can be prepared outside on the grill or inside under the broiler. Mango salad and seasoned rice go perfectly with this light fish.

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Chicken Pot Pie

The ultimate comfort food and a family favorite. This recipe is a complete dinner on its own and keeps well for lunch leftovers.

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Perfect Pie Crust

This is the simplest pie crust you can imagine making, and every single time I’ve ever served this or taken a pie somewhere, I’ve gotten compliments on the crust.

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Chicken Tamales

My husband will rate a restaurant on whether the tamales are good. It is truly one of his favorite dishes. I found this recipe in an old Better Homes & Gardens cookbook called “Cooking Mexican” and it is truly a family favorite.

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Hallee Cooks! Sourdough Milkbones

Leaving these in the oven overnight makes them hard and crunchy – great for cleaning dogs’ teeth. My dogs LOVE them!

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