Sometimes the old stand-bys are best after a long day, and for this recipe, you get to cheat a little with the prep. You'll appreciate the simplicity of this heavy appetizer after a long day at work or play.
 We're all aware of "pigs in a blanket" appetizers, but for a meal, they're a bit light. That's why we call this recipe "Pigs in a Binkie". "Why?", you ponder? As you can see, from the thumbnail picture on the right, these pigs are FULL SIZE so they need a full-sized blanket. This appetizer is a MEAL!
So let's get this party started. You can feed a family of four with this treat. ...or if you're a college student, and have a "college food" appetite, this recipe is two servings. ;-)
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 ...and then there's waffles.
Break out that waffle iron!
Waffles are the breakfast accessory of the Gods. They are like a pancake, but sweeter. ...like a pastry, but more hearty. ...like a dessert, but FOR BREAKFAST!
Let's put the importance of waffles in perspective by using pop culture for examples:
- 50 First Dates: The character of Lucy, as played by Drew Barrymore as the perpetually forgetful fawn of a Hawaiian, could still remember to build houses from the stock of her morning waffles.
- Shrek: the iconic animated series that defines the start of the 21st century, professed the importance of making waffles through the voice of Eddie Murphy as Donkey.
- Lumberjacks.... Waffles.... 'nuff said.
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Total cost: $2.16 / .36 per serving
 Who doesn't remember a family picnic without the best potato salad, EVER. Without it, it just wouldn't be the same picnic memory, right? Well, we've decided to share a family secret with you. It's Idaho potato salad. Yes, IDAHO potatoes. When cooked properly, they are just creamy enough, and just chunky enough, to please any discerning palate.
The following, easy to make, recipe, just may change your mind about the perfect salad-making potatos.
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serves 12
 First off,"fried" doesn't mean "bad". Done right, fried food is crisp and delicious!
This recipe is guaranteed to bring about warm memories from your childhood. Pie crust - ever so crisp, fruit sweetened filling, and hot from the oven.. Mmmmm... can't you just taste it already?
Our recipe will make just over a pound and half of dough, or enough for 24 small pies. (yes... 24. We go large or go home around here.)
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Prep time to eat time: 2 hours
Feeds 4 to 8 adults.
 So the kids and I were back at it again, but this time we made what *I* wanted to make for FamilyTestKitchen.com: PIZZA!
We'll be making two 16" pies with this recipe. I make my pizza on 16" pizza screens. They are available at restaurant supply stores and online for about $5 (and well worth it). Because they let heat pass through, you can cook your pizza by taking advantage of the full convection of your home oven. Heated air from the top AND bottom. Pizza stones are great too, but with a screen you don't have to worry about uneven cooking even when your pizza isn't (uneven).
This recipe has very few ingredients, steps that are easily mastered, and a lot of taste. The key is the dough. I compare making dough to babysitting. From the moment you start the recipe, pay attention to every step, their timing, and how well you feed your yeast. Master the dough and you've mastered practically any recipe for bread products.
So let's get started...
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OK, let me preface this recipe by pointing out that it was SUPPOSED be for Eggplant Timbale, but... my kids had a slightly different meal in mind for the evening, and were very emphatic about getting their way. So instead of the Eggplant Timbale recipe, we'll give you the breakdown for:
Grilled Cheese Sandwiches - without the Grill
Serves 2
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