Gus"s World Famous Fried Chicken, located in Downtown Mesa, AZ

212 W Main. Phone 480-590-0404

Each order of chicken is cooked fresh to order so it is served fresh and Hot. It is a little bit on the spicy side but very flavorful

                                                  

                                                    The Mac &B Cheese is very flavorful

                                                     The Potato salad is fresh and served chilled

 

 Helpful hints to use in your kitchen

Hope you will find these hints useful in your cooking tasks

Ranch House Grill

The. Ranch House Grill 5618 East Thomas,

 Phoenix, AZ 480-946-12190

They have been serving comfort food since 2006

Country Fried Steak

Strawberry Waffel

                            

                                   Lunch Menu

Breakfast Menu

 

 

Chocolate Peanut Butter Butterscotch Marshmallow Bars

These sensational Fantasy Bars take just 5 minutes and 4 ingredients! Supremely decadent, these easy bars have a fudge like consistency and rich, chocolate flavor. It's the ultimate combination of chocolate, peanut butter, and butterscotch that really takes this recipe over the top! 

Prep Time10 mins

Chill Time2 hrs

Servings: 24 bars

 

 

Author: Trish-Mom on Timeout

Ingredients

• 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 11 oz butterscotch chips
• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• 10.5 oz mini marshmallows

Instructions

• Line a 9 x 13 baking dish with non-stick foil. Set aside.
• Combine the chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, and peanut butter in a large microwave safe container. (I use the 8 cup Pyrex measuring cup.)
• Microwave on high heat in 30 second intervals, stirring in between, until the chips are fully melted, the peanut butter is incorporated, and the mixture in smooth.
• Stir in the marshmallows until they are fully coated. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
• Refrigerate until set, about 2 hours. Cut into bars. Store leftovers in an airtight container.
  Suggestions add Pretzels,Peanuts or Rice Krispies
   

Nutrition

Calories: 235kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 111mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 20IU | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 1.1mg

Facing it together: How to make CDC-approved masks at home

Borrowed from

https://www.life360.com/blog/category/life360/

April 24, 2020

The CDC now recommends that we all wear cloth face masks in public to help protect ourselves and others. Rather than buy online, your family can make them at home with supplies you already have — even if you don’t sew!

The no-sew bandana face covering: 

Materials you’ll need

• 1 bandana, or square cotton cloth approximately 20” x 20”
• 2 rubber bands or hair ties

How to make it

1. Fold the bandana in half.
2. Fold the top part down.
3. Fold the bottom part up.
4. Place rubber bands or hair ties on either end, about 6” apart.
5. Fold each side to the middle of the bandana and tuck.
6. Place the rubber bands around your ears.

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The no-sew, quick cut T-shirt face covering: 

Image via Lisa Boone from the LA Times.

Materials you’ll need

• T-shirt
• Scissors
• Need a little measuring guidance? Print out our template.

How to make it

1. Measure 7”-8” from the bottom of your T-shirt and cut.
2. Cut into that section about 6”-7” to form your face ties.
3. Tie strings around your neck, and then over the top of your head.

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The sewn face mask:

Materials you’ll need

• 2 10” x 6” rectangles of cotton fabric (Use tightly woven cotton, such as quilting fabric or cotton sheets. You can also use T-shirt fabric.)
• 2 6” pieces of elastic (or rubber bands, string, cloth strips, or hair ties)
• Needle and thread (or bobby pin)
• Scissors
• Sewing machine
• Need a little measuring guidance? Print out our template.

How to make it

1. Stack the 2 10” x 6” rectangles of cotton fabric on top of each other. You’ll sew the mask as if it was a single piece of fabric.
2. Fold over the long sides ¼” and hem. 
3. Fold the double layer of fabric over ½” along the short sides and stitch down.
4. Run a 6” length of ⅛”-wide elastic through the wider hem on each side of the mask. These will be the ear loops.
5. Use a large needle or a bobby pin to thread it through. Tie the ends tight.
6. Gently pull the elastic so the knots are tucked inside the hem. Gather the sides of the mask on the elastic and adjust so the mask fits your face.
7. Securely stitch the elastic in place to keep it from slipping.

TIP: Don’t have elastic? Use hair ties or elastic head bands. If you only have string, you can make the ties longer and tie the mask behind your head.

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Some more helpful face mask tips and FAQs:

1. Wash your hands for 20 seconds with soap and water before putting on your mask.
2. Make sure your face mask covers your mouth and nose, and fits snugly but comfortably against the sides of your face.
3. Avoid touching your face while you’re wearing a face mask.
4. Grab your mask by the straps or back to remove it (not from the front) and then immediately wash your hands.
5. Wash the mask immediately to avoid contaminating your belongings.
6. The CDC advises the use of face masks in public settings where it is difficult to maintain social distancing, such as grocery stores and pharmacies.
7. Face masks are also recommended to help slow the spread of the virus and help people who may have it and not know they are transmitting it to others.
8. The CDC recommends not purchasing surgical masks or N95 respirators, as they should be saved for healthcare workers.

For more information from the CDC about learning how to slow the spread of COVID-19 using cloth face coverings and masks, click here.

Disclaimer: Cloth face coverings should not be placed on young children under age 2, anyone who has trouble breathing, or is unconscious, incapacitated, or otherwise unable to remove the cloth face covering without assistance

New Fish and Chips restaurant has opened in our neighborhood

They offer White fish in 2 and 3

piece orders

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They offer Cat fish in a 2 piece order

Each order is cooked as ordered so be sure you plan your time or call ahead

Texas Roadhouse

one of our favorite meals at Texas Roadhouse is the Road Kill

With all of their entries you have the choice of two sides. Jan Loves their Dinner Salad

I love their Loaded Baked Sweet Potato 

One Pan roast chicken and Vegetables

One-Pan Roasted Chicken and Autumn Vegetables
Serves 4

4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
4 carrots
1 medium sweet potato
1 red onion
2 Tbsp + 1 tsp olive oil, separated
2 ¼ tsp salt, separated
Fresh ground pepper
¼ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp chili powder
¼ tsp ground mustard

Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a sheet pan with foil. Set aside.

Peel the carrots and sweet potatoes. Starting at the large end, cut the carrots into ½ inch slices. As the carrot gets skinnier, make the cuts a little longer, so all the pieces are about the same size overall. Cut the sweet potato into 1 inch pieces. Cut the onion into small wedges. Transfer all cut vegetables to the sheet pan. Drizzle with 2 Tbsp olive oil, then toss until evenly coated. Spread out in an even layer. Sprinkle with 1 ½ tsp salt.

Nestle the chicken thighs into the vegetables and drizzle with 1 tsp olive oil. Sprinkle with ¾ tsp salt and fresh ground pepper. In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, chili powder, and ground mustard. Sprinkle spice mixture over the chicken.

Roast in the preheated 400°F oven for 40 minutes, or until a thermometer inserted in the thickest part of a chicken thigh reads 165°F. Put pan under the broiler for 2-4 minutes, until the chicken is golden and crispy, being careful not to burn it. Remove from oven and let sit for 5 minutes.

Fudge

I really love  fudge so I hope you do too.
Once you give this simple recipe a tryI am sure it might be your favorite.
 Here below is a list of the ingredients you will need plus how to make it
You’ll Need:
1 bag milk chocolate chips
1 16oz can milk chocolate frosting
1 tsp. vanilla
1 cup chopped nuts of your choice

Take all the ingredients  except the nuts and place them all in a medium  microwavable container  heat, melt them together until a smooth texture .  Add nuts if you so choose this style
Pour the fudge mixture into a buttered 9″ square pan and cool completely. For thicker fudge use an 8×8 pan instead if you prefer, once set cut into squares
 Fudge tip …If you want this fudge to harden quickly then place your fudge in the refrigerator when its has cooled bit your fudge will make it will set quicker

Rochester's Family Dining & Sports Bar

We have been looking for a good Fish Dinner in the East Valley, Primarily Mesa, AZ

We had heard  of Rochester's @ Sun Land Villa 721 S Rochester 

We decided a visit was required. 

They feature Cape Capensis for their fish. This is a wonderfully light White fish similar to Cod.

They offer one Piece for $11.99 two pieces $12.99 and all you can eat  $13.99 portions which include choice of baked potato or french fries, coleslaw a cup of New England Clam Chowder or substitute side salad in place of soup for an additional $1.00.

The portions are large enough that we could easily share and be full.

This is the two piece serving.

Half serving plenty for our meal plan

 Other Offerings.

 Sunday offerings

 Daily Specials

Appetizers 01

Appetizers 02

J J Madison's Breakfast on weekends

We headed out Sunday morning to find a breakfast hoping to avoid the rush. 

After observing long lines at five restaurants we were on the verge of passing on the

breakfast idea and heading for lunch.  Then we remembered that J. J Madison's served 

breakfast on the weekend. 

J.J. Madison's is a Sports Bar @ 430 North Power Road

 We decided on the Chicken Fried Steak.

This comes with choice of potatoes and eggs cooked any style.

This is where our server really stepped up.

I like my eggs scrambled. My wife likes hers over easy.

Our server said not sure but she would do her best.

The results are shown below one over medium one scrambled.

The eggs were served as requested and well prepared.

The potatoes were nice and fresh and not greasy.

The Chicken Fried Steak appeared to be fresh and not greasy, 

Over all it was a great place for breakfast before the Football crowd started arriving.

it was nice to be able to carry on a conversation during our meal

Milano's Wood Fired Kitchen & Pizzeria

We decided to visit a new to us Italian Restaurant. We had pasta  on our minds

When we arrived we saw their  dinner special was Baby Back Ribs.

Since their menu  indicated Chef Antonio Guaglionone name was on the menu 

we had to give them try.

I have never been served mashed potatoes without gravy or even butter.

The meat was like we like our Ribs tender and falling off of the bone. 

We asked for some butter our server said all they has was melted that they used for their bread sticks.

Which she brought to us and we applied to our mashed potatoes 

The Steamed Veggies were out of a bag frozen type.

Their Chicken noodle soup was good lots of Chicken and lots of noodles.

Maybe next time we will try an Italian entree.

Meatloaf stuffed Onions!!

This is a excellent meal to make and serve at the summer events

Meatloaf stuffed Onions!!

Ingredients
2 pounds ground beef
1 cup bread crumbs
1 egg, beaten
1 cup milk
1/2 cup BBQ Sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
3-4 Yellow Onions (med-large)
1 Package of Bacon
More BBQ Sauce

Directions

In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, crumbs, egg, milk, ½ cup BBQ, onion, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Mix together with your hands until thoroughly combined.

Cut top and bottom off onion, cut in half and peel off skin. Then separate the onion into "layers". Use the larger outside layers.

Stuff your Meatloaf mix between two Onion Layers (essentially making an onion seal around a large meatball)

Wrap each "bomb" with 3 slices bacon and secure with toothpicks.

Bake in a dish with sides (to catch grease) at 425 for approx 40 minutes or until internal temp 165.

Add BBQ sauce all over and bake an additional 5 minutes!

Lemon Cream Puffs

LEMON CREAM PUFFS

Prep Time

15 mins

Cook Time

30 mins

Total Time

45 mins

Light and delicious these Lemon Cream Puffs are baked until puffy and filled with a light lemon cream filling! A perfect addition to your dessert line!

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Servings: 12

Calories: 210 kcal

Ingredients

Cream Puffs:

• 1 stick butter unsalted
• 1 cup water
• 1 Tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 4 large eggs
• Powdered sugar

Filling:

• 1 cup heavy cream whipped to stiff peaks
• 8 oz cream cheese softened
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1/3 cup milk
• 2 Tablespoons lemon juice

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425.
2. In a sauce pan over medium-high head add your butter, water and sugar and stir until melted and bring to boil.
3. Add in your flour and stirring quick and continue to stir to cook away your moisture a little until the dough pulls away and starts forming a ball.
4. Remove from heat and place in bowl to cool for about 5 minutes.
5. Mix in your eggs one at a time making sure to fully combine each egg after each addition.
6. Add your dough to a piping bag and pipe out about 2" mounds on a silpat or parchment lined baking sheet. {You can flatted out peaks with a little water by dabbing them with finger so you don't get any peaks on finished puffs).
7. Bake in oven for 10 minutes then reduce heat to 350 (do not open oven) and bake for about 15-20 minutes longer or until golden.
8. Remove from oven and let cool.

To make your filling:

1. In bowl whip your heavy cream until stiff peaks form, set aside.
2. In another bowl beat your cream cheese until smooth.
3. Add in your powdered sugar, milk and lemon juice and continue to beat until combined.
4. Fold in your whipped cream until mixture is light and fluffy.
5. Cut your cooled cream puffs in half and using piping bag fill your cream puffs with your lemon cream filling.
6. Sprinkle with powdered sugar and serve

GrassRoots
http://www.grassrootsaz.com

 · 8120 N Hayden Rd Ste E-100. Scottsdale, AZ 85258
(480) 699-0699

This is a excellent Place to visit if you want a casual cocktail a happy hour snack or  full meal.
The  service  is prompt and the servers are friendly and know the menu. The food is not all presentation it is flavorful and well presented.

Carolina Baby Back Ribs

Almost Famous Pork Chop

Brisket

Smoked Brisket Sliders

Baked Potato