Southwestern Rice and Beans

Southwestern Rice and Beans

Here’s an easy side or main, this one-skillet Southwestern Rice and Beans. As you might guess, it’s chock full of Southwestern flavors, some of my favorites, and maybe yours, too?

Southwestern Rice and Beans

Southwestern Rice and Beans

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Microwave Sweet Corn

Microwave Sweet Corn

Hey, it’s still corn season, so it’s not too late to learn all about Microwave Sweet Corn! I thought it was a gimmick when I first heard about it. It’s since become one of my favorite ways to cook corn on the cob.

Microwave Sweet Corn

The corn can be shaken or squeezed out leaving the silk and husks behind.

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Best Jiffy Cornbread

Best Jiffy Cornbread

It’s been years and years since I last made this Best Jiffy Cornbread. I’m thinking about 1985 or so! Back then I often brought it office food days but the last time, I think, was a Thanksgiving get-together with friends.

Best Jiffy Cornbread

Best Jiffy Cornbread – not necessarily a beauty in the pan!

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