Garlic Grilled Onions

"Garlic Grilled Onions" is a fast and delicious favorite for everyone that goes great with steak or chicken.

Ingredients

4 Tablespoons butter

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

2 large yellow onions

Black Pepper

Sea Salt

Directions

Preheat grill for medium heat, or preheat your grill to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Thinly slice each onion.

Place onion slices in a large bowl and pour 1/2 the bottle of Kraft Thick'n Spicy BBQ Sauce.

Mix well.

Place each onion on a separate square of aluminum foil.

Place 1 Tablespoon of butter on each one, and sprinkle with garlic powder, salt and pepper.

Wrap tightly with the foil.

Place onion on the grill or in the oven for 20 to 30 minutes, turning over occasionally.

Craisins-Walnut Slaw

Craisins-Walnut Slaw is very easy to make plus outrageously delicious and healthy; who could ask for more! 

INGREDIENTS

3/4 cup  mayonnaise 1.0
1 tablespoon Relish, pickle, sweet 1.0
1 tablespoon Mustard, honey 1.0
2 tablespoons honey 0.25
1/4 teaspoon black pepper 0.125
1/8 teaspoon sea salt 0.125
1/8 teaspoon celery seeds 0.75
12 ounce bag coleslaw salad mix
1/3 cup  chopped walnuts 0.25
1/4 cup fresh chopped celery 0.25
1/4 cup fresh chopped onion 0.25
1/4 cup chopped red bell peppers 0.25
1/4 cup Ocean Spray Craisins

DIRECTIONS

In small bowl, whisk mayonnaise, pickle relish, honey mustard, honey, pepper, salt, and celery seeds.

In large bowl combine bag coleslaw, walnuts, celery, onion, sweet pepper, and Craisins.

Add mayonnaise mixture to cabbage mixture and toss to coat.

Cover and chill for 1 to 8 hours. 

Spicy Mixed Nuts

The combination of spices and mixed nuts will be a big hit at any party. Make ahead Spicy Mixed Nuts can be stored in airtight containers at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Ingredients

2 cups salted mixed nuts

1 teaspoon chipotle chile powder

1/4 teaspoon ground cumin 

1 teaspoon Creole Seasoning

1 tablespoon butter

Directions

Foil Pack or Oven

Make a foil packet.

In a medium bowl melt butter, add seasonings and mixed nuts, mix well.

Pour them into your foil pack fold end of foil pack shut.

Grill over medium-high heat or bake at 350, turning often, cook 10-15 minutes. 

Pour nuts into a small bowl and serve.

Stove Top

In a medium skillet melt butter, add seasonings and mixed nuts, mix well.

Stir often for 8 - 10 minutes on medium heat.

Pour nuts into a small bowl and serve.

Serve hot, warm, or cold.

Garlic Grilled Corn

A fast and delicious fresh treat and a favorite for everyone is Garlic Grilled Corn.

Ingredients

12 ears corn, husked and cleaned

12 tablespoons butter, divided
1/4 cup garlic powder

Directions

	Preheat grill for medium heat, or preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
	Place each ear of corn on a separate square of aluminum foil. Place 1 tablespoon of butter on each one, and sprinkle with garlic powder. Wrap ears tightly with the foil.
	Place ears of corn on the grill or in the oven for 20 to 30 minutes, turning over occasionally.

Best Baked Sweet Potato Fries

The "Best Baked Sweet Potato Fries" are Yummy! Easy to make & cheaper than buying sweet potato fries at the store.

INGREDIENTS:

1/2 teaspoon(s) ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon(s) sea salt
1/4 teaspoon(s) ground red pepper
1 tablespoon(s) vegetable oil
2 large (about 1 1/2 pounds) sweet potatoes

DIRECTIONS

Prepare the sweet potatoes: In a small bowl, combine cinnamon, sea salt, and pepper. 

Set aside.

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. 

Peel potatoes, cut each in half lengthwise, and cut each half into 6 wedges. 

In a large bowl, combine the cut potatoes, oil, and spice mixture. 

Toss until potatoes are evenly coated.

Bake the fries: 

On a baking sheet, arrange potatoes in a single layer and place on the middle shelf of the oven. 

Bake at 425 degrees F 10 minutes then lower temp. to 400 degrees F.

Bake until edges are crisp and potatoes are cooked through -- about 15 minutes. 

Serve immediately.

Easy Spicy Bruschetta

This bruschetta  is packed with plenty of fresh flavors and  has a hint of heat.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups chopped tomatoes,  seeded
2/3 red onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh basil, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon course ground black pepper
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 dashes of Louisiana Hot Sauce
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
2 large jalapenos seeded, minced
1  loaf French bread, cut into quarter inch slices
2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, finely grated

Directions

In a small bowl whisk or oil, vinegar's and Louisiana Hot Sauce.

Add parsley, basil, black pepper, salt, jalapenos, onions, and tomatoes; mix well and set aside.

Place bread slices on in a greased pan.

Place bread in broiler, about 4 inches away from heat.

Could about 2 minutes or until golden brown.

With a slotted spoon top each slice of bread with bruschetta.

Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and serve.

Note: when handling jalapeno's you should wear gloves and wash hands thoroughly.