Delicious Savory Homemade Mushroom Gravy Recipe

    

    My whole family loves this delicious, savory mushroom gravy.   It is great over chicken, pork chops, steaks, and meatloaf or over some homemade mashed potatoes.  It is perfect on anything that needs a gravy.  So quick and easy to make and it elevates every dish.  We have even just mopped it up with a slice of homemade bread.  It’s that good. 

• 2 c. beef broth
• 8 oz. sliced mushrooms (any kind even baby portebellas)
• 2 T. flour or cornstarch
• 2 T. butter
• dash of salt
• 1/2 tsp. dehydrated onion
• 1/2 tsp. thyme
• 1/4 tsp. pepper 

    In a hot skillet, melt the butter down and then add in the mushrooms.  Cook the mushrooms over medium heat for a few minutes.  

    Sprinkle in the flour or cornstarch and stir.  Allow the mushrooms to cook for another minute or two.  

    Add in the beef broth, onion, and spices and stir well.  Turn the stove to low and allow the mixture to simmer for a bit.  I sometimes allow my gravy to simmer for up to 15 minutes to really build up the flavor.  

    What do you like to use mushroom gravy at your house?

 

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Super Easy Peaches and Cream Salad Recipe

    

     This peaches and cream salad is super easy to make and only takes a few minutes to make.  It turns out luscious and makes a great side dish for church socials, family get-togethers or just for a family weeknight side. 

• 32 oz. vanilla (or plain) yogurt
• 8 oz. homemade whipped topping or Cool Whip
• 6 lg. peaches, peeled and chopped
• 1 box (5.1 oz.) instant vanilla pudding mix

 

    In a large bowl, mix together the dry pudding mix and the yogurt.  I used a whisk so it broke up all the clumps and it just combines better with a whisk in my opinion. 

    Once it is all smooth, fold in the Cool Whip topping and then fold in the peaches. 

    Serve immediately or store in your refrigerator until needed, up to 3 days.  

    I prefer to let it chill for a few hours first.  Sometimes I add in a few chopped pecans or crushed up pretzels for a bit of a crunch.

    Serves 12 with each serving having about 30 carbs.  

 

    Be sure to also check out my recipe for Strawberry Jell-o Fluff Salad and my recipe for Southern Pimento Cheese Spread.

 

 

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Copycat Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix

         

    I love cornbread and make it from scratch quite often.  It is so good.  Sometimes I am in a bit of a hurry and want to take a shortcut and making up this mix was my solution.  This mix is the perfect substitute for any recipe that calls for a box of Jiffy Mix. It can be used to make cornbread, muffins, or even in casseroles. 

•  2/3 c. all-purpose flour
  
• ½-2/3 c. cornmeal
• 3 T. sugar
• 1 T. baking powder
• ¼ tsp. salt

Place all the dry ingredients into a large bowl and whisk together.  Add in the oil and mix until it is lump-free and relatively smooth.  Store in an airtight container such as a mason jar until ready to use. Can be stored from 4-6 months. 

 

To make cornbread: 

      Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.  Combine the cornbread mix with one egg, 2 tablespoons of oil and 1/3 cup of milk.  Mix until smooth.  Pour into a greased 8”x8” square cake pan or a cast iron skillet.  Bake for 21-23 minutes or until golden brown.

 

To make corn muffins:

      Follow the directions for cornbread but instead of putting the batter into a cake pan, pour the batter into greased muffin tins.  Fill each place 2/3 full and bake for 15-17 minutes or until golden brown.  Will make 6 corn muffins.

 

    Make 1 ½ cups of mix that equals to an 8.5 oz. box of Jiffy Mix.  Use in any recipe that calls for Jiffy Mix.  I use it my recipes such as in my Creamy Corn Casserole. 

 

 

     Other great mixes that I make include my: Savory Herb Rice Mix, my Spanish Rice Mix, and my Potato Soup Mix in a Jar. 

 

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Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Pancakes

    These Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Pancakes are super light and fluffy pancakes that are filled with lots of chocolate chips and they taste magnificent. 

 

 

    I love making things from scratch but when doing so, especially when it comes to homemade biscuits or pancakes, getting them to turn out light and fluffy can prove a challenge.  I have figured out the secret and will share it with you now.

    For starters, use buttermilk.  Either buy some buttermilk or make it. Using buttermilk is how you get pancakes that turn out light and fluffy. Using "regular" milk just won't do it.  The second tip is when you flip over your pancakes be sure NOT to press down on the pancakes with your spatula.  Let them puff up.  When that happens, air pockets are forming and if you "squish" them out, they'll be too dense and you will not have fluffy pancakes.  AND finally, be sure NOT to over mix the batter.  Stir in the buttermilk last and stir just until combined.  The less you mix the batter, the fluffier and lighter your pancakes will turn out.

Ingredients:

• 2 c. flour
• 1 1/2 c. buttermilk
• 1 c. pumpkin
• 1 c. semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1/4 c. brown sugar
• 1 egg
• 3 T. oil
• 2 tsp. cinnamon
• 2 tsp. baking powder
• 1 tsp. baking soda
• 1 tsp. vanilla
• 1/4 tsp. cloves
• 1/4 tsp. ginger

    Heat up a large skillet over medium heat.  

      In a large bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, baking soda and spices.

     In a separate bowl, mix together the pumpkin, brown sugar, egg, oil and vanilla.  Mix well.

    Combine the contents of both bowls.  Slowly pour in the buttermilk and chocolate chips and stir until just combined.  

    Pour 1/4 cup of batter into the hot skillet and cook until bubbles form on the surface of the pancake.  Flip over and cook the other side until done. 

    Serve with your choice of syrup or jam.

 

    I also have recipes for a Homemade Blueberry Pancakes and a lovely Pancake Mix. 

 

 

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