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Sunday, September 01, 2019

Edith's Breakfast Casserole

Posted by Crystal Kellner Sunday, September 01, 2019

I love an easy breakfast idea that comes together quickly! Edith's Breakfast Casserole is simple, and with a few ingredients, you will have breakfast prepared for the next morning.

Edith's Breakfast Casserole is a family recipe passed on a few generations. Edith is my Grandmother Patty's sister in law. My mom said they use to go to Edith's house for Thanksgiving when they were growing up.

It is nice to have family recipes. First of all, I love to see how they cooked for their families. It is very similar to what we do. Second, I love keeping things in the family and sharing it with my kids.

Everything is prepared the night before and sets up nicely in the refrigerator. You should have all ingredients on hand, this is a very easy recipe. I always make sure I have eggs on hand. It only takes one time of running out of eggs, and you don't want that to happen again.

I was curious when I saw the recipe requested dry mustard. Dry mustard brings more flavor to the recipe. Dry mustard is also great in soups and sauces. I encourage you to try it!

EDITH’S BREAKFAST CASSEROLE

PRINT RECIPE HERE

INGREDIENTS FOR BREAKFAST CASSEROLE

1 pound ground pork sausage, cooked

6 eggs

2 cups milk

4 oz sliced mushrooms

6 pieces of sliced bread, torn in pieces

1 tsp dry mustard

1 ½ c shredded cheese

1 tsp salt

DIRECTIONS FOR BREAKFAST CASSEROLE
1. Brown pork sausage and drain, and let cool

2. Beat eggs and milk together

3. Add salt and dry mustard and beat again

4. Add torn bread pieces and stir until softened.

5. Stir in cheese, mushrooms and sausage.

6. Pour into 9x13 greased baking dish.

7. Refrigerate overnight

8. Next day, bake at 350 for 40-45 minutes

TIPS FOR BREAKFAST CASSEROLE

Add shredded cheese on top of the casserole at the end of the cooking time

Let stand for a few minutes before cutting

This post is sponsored by the Glass Barn, Indiana Soybean and Corn Farmers but all thoughts and opinions are my own.

Crystal Kellner

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Mock Tacos

Posted by Crystal Kellner Sunday, September 01, 2019

Mock Tacos are perfect for a quick summer meal. We have these often for supper. Mock Tacos are simple and healthy. Shhhh. Don’t tell the kids!!!

This is a simple meal to get your kids in the kitchen and cooking. If you let them pick their own toppings, they learn more about food choices. If your kids prefer shredded chicken, you could make that another option as well.

This was a family favorite of my husbands when he grew up. I asked my mother in law why she named it Mock Tacos. She said when her daughters were in Girl Scouts, they would always request Girl Scout Tacos. Then, they called it Mock Tacos because it was everything but the shell.

Most of the ingredients can be made ahead of time. Topping choices will vary from family to family. I remember one of the first times my mother in law served it to me, we were on vacation in Minnesota.

My boys love it with shredded cheese only! Insert the mom eye roll!! I love how much yummy ingredients I can add - or pile up!

MOCK TACOS
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Ingredients

2 pounds ground hamburger

1 packet taco seasoning

1 cup water

1 can refried beans

1-2 bags tortilla chips

1 bag shredded lettuce

1 large bag shredded cheddar cheese

2 large tomatoes, diced

1 onion, diced

1 avocado, sliced

1 jar of your favorite salsa

How to Make Mock Tacos

Ground hamburger in a skillet until cooked well. Add taco seasoning and 1 cup of water.
Add refried beans into the hamburger mixture
Place tortilla chips bottom of the plate
Add lettuce
Add meat mixture
Add your favorite toppings

Tips on Mock Tacos

Keep the refried beans separate
Use corn tortilla shells and crush them up if you don’t have tortilla chips
Serve shredded chicken as another meat choice

This post is sponsored by the Glass Barn, Indiana Soybean and Corn Farmers but all thoughts and opinions are my own.

Crystal Kellner

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Grilled Pork Chops

Posted by Crystal Kellner Sunday, September 01, 2019

Summertime is the perfect time to use the grill. Grilled Pork Chops, seasoned just right, brings so much flavor to the meat.

Creating perfect grill marks on meat on the grill is like a personal victory! One less dirty pan is another mom victory!

According to the National Pork Producers Council, the pork industry supports 550,000 jobs in the United States. These jobs range from pork producers and meat processors to transport and Main Street businesses.

Depending on how lean and thin your pork chops are, adjust the cooking time for each side. Thinner pork chops do not require as much time as thicker chops or chops with the bone in.

If your kids love barbeque sauce like mine, you can add it at the end of the cooking time. It adds another flavor to the pork chop, and I prefer it sometimes, too. Instant Pot Macaroni and Cheese would be a great side for pork chops!

There are so many different ways to eat pork chops, another is Fried Pork Chops, another family favorite!

GRILLED PORK CHOPS
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INGREDIENTS FOR GRILLED PORK CHOPS

¾ “ - 1” cut pork chops or loin

Salt and pepper for seasoning

Your favorite seasoning

INSTRUCTIONS FOR GRILLED PORK CHOPS

1. Preheat grill, make sure grates on the grill are clean
2. Prepare pork chops, and season to taste
3. Place pork chops on grill, and cook 8 to 10 minutes on each side.
4. A meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of a chop should read at least 145 degrees F

This post is sponsored by the Glass Barn, Indiana Soybean and Corn Farmers but all thoughts and opinions are my own.

Crystal Kellner

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Thursday, August 02, 2018

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Easy Back to School Meals

Posted by Crystal Kellner Thursday, August 02, 2018

I can't believe school starts so soon! Our fair was just a week ago, and kids are loading up for the State Fair as we speak!
August means, get ready, it's back to school time! Time to order school supplies, buy new book bags, and check the kids new class and sports schedules one more time!

Crock Pot Taco Rice Casserole by Chasing Saturday's

I have compiled some easy recipes from my fellow farm wives to help make this summer to school transition a little smoother for you! After sports, chores and homework, easy recipes will help the morning and evening routines go smother for your family.