Belle’s Stuffed Yellow Squash
Tender stuffed yellow squash. Bacon gives a smoky flavor, green chilies add some heat, and the cracker and cheese mixture for a crunchy topping.
Belle’s Best Ever Chocolate Chip Cookies
My best ever chocolate chip cookies are a comforting treat Tales of the Dinner Belle By Brenda Stanley During this time of isolation I’ve been a baking fool. Recently I made my best ever chocolate chip cookies. They are my husband’s favorite- which is saying a lot because Dave is a cookie fiend. These cookies …
Belle’s One-Pan Steak and Pasta
Tender Steak and cheesy tortellini, with asparagus and herbs.
Belle’s Pasta Carbonara
My pasta carbonara is one of my favorite comfort foods and its so easy to make. I love dishes that are flavorful but simple. I refuse to make anything that could stress me out. I want to take my time and enjoy the experience. That is why I cook. I love to savor the scents, …
Belle’s Asian Cucumber Salad
A cucumber salad with a spicy Asian flare The only thing more prolific in my garden than zucchini is my cucumbers. And while they may resemble my favorite squash, they are very different. I enjoy cucumbers raw in a salad or pickled and canned, but one of my favorite ways to use all those cucumbers …
Belle’s Homemade Pizza Crust
Light and chewy and so easy to make! Simple ingredients and no rising. Ready to bake in less than 20 minutes.
Belle’s Mexican Carrots
Pickled but not dilled, these Mexican carrots have a warm and savory flavor that is unique . I us Mexican oregano and bay leaves for it’s special flavor.
Belle’s Parmesan Squash Rounds
Cheesy and delicious. These are simple to make and are a wonderful and delicious way to use all the seasonal squash!
Belle’s Savory Chicken Thighs
Tender and juicy chicken cooked in one pan on the stovetop and literally takes under thirty minutes to prepare. The sauce is savory and coats the chicken with a wonderful glaze.
Belle’s Dang Good Meatloaf
A homey glazed meatloaf worth shouting about “I make a dang good meatloaf.” It just came out as I sat with my husband at dinner one night. It wasn’t an attempt to elicit a response, however, my husband’s lifted eyebrow and silence was enough for me to realize meatloaf may not be what qualifies for …