The holidays have a way of pulling us into the kitchen, where laughter, good food, and the smell of something delicious in the oven make everything feel extra special. At NBTX City Lifestyle, we love sharing the recipes that always seem to bring a little extra joy to the table. These are the tried-and-true favorites we reach for when we want to keep things simple, tasty, and comforting. These dishes are like little secrets we can’t help but pass along to friends during the season.
Rachel's Green Bean Casserole
Ingredients
- 3 cans green beans
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 can French-fried onions
Directions
Preheat oven to 350°F. Mix beans, soup, milk, soy sauce, and pepper in a bowl. Fold in a handful of onions. Spray pan, pour mixture in, and bake 30 minutes or until bubbling around the edges. Top with French-fried onions, then bake for another seven minutes. Take out and let cool for five minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Kelly's Cheese Ball
Ingredients
- 2 8-oz. blocks of cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar
- 1/4 cup bacon bits
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tsp. Lawry's seasoned salt
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 tsp. onion powder
- Black pepper, to taste
- Wheat Thins
Directions
Soften cream cheese at room temperature. Mix all ingredients in a bowl, form into a ball, and wrap in cling wrap. Chill at least one hour, ideally overnight. Remove 1 hour before serving. Serve with Wheat Thins or other firm crackers.