Author: Tammy Gibbins

Country Fried Steak with Pepper Gravy

Country Fried Steak with Pepper Gravy

I grew up on country fried steak, although we’d called them cube steaks back then. Ingredients Steaks 4 cube steaks (about 1/3 lb each) 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour 2 teaspoons fresh ground black pepper, divided 2 teaspoons kosher salt or sea salt, divided 1/2 teaspoons smoked […]

Chicken Parmigiana

Chicken Parmigiana

Ingredients 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 3 cups tomato sauce 2 eggs, beaten 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated 4 ounces Mozzarella cheese 1/2 cup vegetable oil, for frying Salt and pepper to taste Directions Pound chicken until 1/3-inch thick. Season with […]

Bacon and Cheddar Scones

Bacon and Cheddar Scones

Ingredients 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon baking powder 2 teaspoon sugar 4 tablespoons cold butter 1 cup coarsely grated or diced cheddar cheese 1/3 cup snipped fresh chives or finely diced scallion tops 1/2 pound bacon, cooked, cooled, and crumbled […]

Cinnamon Rolls

Cinnamon Rolls

This is an amazing cinnamon roll recipe. The first time I made these cinnamon rolls, my family was completely hooked. Cinnabon has nothing on these little guys! I sometimes add raisins at my husband’s request since he loves them that way, but feel free to […]

Scottish Shortbread Cookies

Scottish Shortbread Cookies

This is a very simple and super tasty cookie recipe. The dough is very easy to handle when rolling out, especially if you roll it out on lightly floured parchment. I use a 1 1/2 inch round cookie cutter, and it makes about 40 cookies. […]

Thin and Crispy Pizza Crust

Thin and Crispy Pizza Crust

This crust is extremely versatile and easy to work with. I make square and round pizzas, depending on how many people are eating. I only have two pizza pans so frequently I end up making square pizzas on cookie sheets. I am not a fan […]

Cream Cheese Frosting

Cream Cheese Frosting

Ingredients ½ cup unsalted butter, softened 1 8-ounce package cream cheese, softened 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 3 cups powdered sugar, plus more as needed Directions In large bowl, beat softened butter and cream cheese with electric mixer on medium speed 2 to 3 minutes, scraping […]

Chicken Gravy

Chicken Gravy

Ingredients 1/2 cup unsalted butter 
1/2 cup all-purpose flour 
1 quart chicken stock 
1/3 cup heavy cream 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper 
salt and ground white pepper to taste Directions Melt butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Whisk in flour and cook 10 to 12 […]

Bakery Style Chocolate Chip Muffins

Bakery Style Chocolate Chip Muffins

I started making this muffin recipe a few months before my daughter’s wedding. Everyone loved them, so I made them as part of their wedding breakfast. They are easy to make and don’t require a mixer. Pay close attention to the directions here, there is […]

Quick and Easy Yeast Bread

Quick and Easy Yeast Bread

Ingredients 1 tablespoon active dry yeast 1 tablespoon sugar 1 tablespoon salt 2 cups warm water about 110°F 5 1/2 to 6 cups unbleached all-purpose flour cornmeal or flour for dusting boiling water Directions In a large bowl mix together the yeast, sugar, salt and water. Let […]