Nibbles & Dreams: Dreaming Up Delicious Recipes, One Nibble at a Time.

Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 20 minutes Servings: 16   Ingredients: 1 loaf French bread ½ cup salted butter, softened 3 tablespoons olive oil 3-4 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder) 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional) Instructions: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Combine butter, olive oil, garlic, and parsley in a small bowl. Mix well. Cut the bread in half lengthwise. Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly on the cut sides of the bread. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if using. Place the bread halves on a rimmed baking sheet, cut side up. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and toasted. Cooking time can vary from oven to oven with this, so check around the 8 minute mark. Cut into slices and enjoy! Tips:   Prep Ahead: Prepare the bread and wrap it in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for up to 2 days before baking.   Freeze: Prepare the bread, wrap it in aluminum foil, and f...

Looking for a quick and healthy side dish? This oven roasted asparagus recipe is for you! It's simple to make with just a few ingredients, and it takes less than 20 minutes to cook. The asparagus is perfectly tender and flavorful, making it a great addition to any meal. Yield: 4 servings Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 12-20 minutes Ingredients: 1 pound asparagus, trimmed 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional) 1/4 teaspoon sea salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Instructions: Preheat the oven to 400F. Line a baking sheet with foil (optional but makes for easier clean up). Arrange the asparagus in a single layer on the baking sheet. Drizzle the asparagus with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper. Toss the asparagus to coat it evenly with the oil and seasonings. Roast the asparagus for 8-11 minutes for thin stalks, 12-15 minutes for average stalks, or 16-20 minutes for thick stalks, or until crisp-tender. The roasting time will va...

Yield: 1 (9x13 inch) pizza Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Ingredients: 1 tube crescent rolls 1 lb pork sausage 1 cup frozen shredded hash browns 1 cup sharp Cheddar cheese 5 eggs 1/4 cup milk Instructions: Brown the sausage. Pat the crescent rolls into a lightly greased 9x13 inch pan. Crumble the sausage over the crescent rolls. Add the hash browns. Sprinkle with cheese. Beat together the milk and eggs. Pour the egg mixture over the top. Bake for 30 minutes at 350 degrees. Enjoy! Tips: Spice it Up: Add some red pepper flakes or chopped jalapeños to the sausage for a bit of heat. Veggie Boost: Mix in some chopped spinach or diced bell peppers with the hash browns for extra nutrients. Make it Hearty: Top with some crumbled bacon or cooked sausage links for added protein. Customize the Cheese: Use a blend of cheeses like Monterey Jack, pepper Jack, or provolone. Leftovers: Store any leftover pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat i...