Chili-"Mac"

Chili “Mac”

Mac, my husband, has made what his mother called Chili-soup for years. Because he has altered it over the years, the name has evolved to Chili-"Mac". This dish is an unconventional chili, as it calls for pasta. His accompaniment is also a little different, as he will serve Town House Crackers with Extra-Crunchy Jif peanut butter with his chili. I attribute this to his Southern Indiana upbringing. Needless to say, this has become a fall and winter staple in our home
Crock Pot Chili

Crock Pot Chili

Being a Colorado native, we love our green chili. When I make my Crock Pot chili recipe, I sub ½ cup of 505 Green Chili for the cayenne pepper. We prefer the flavor and heat from the green chili over the cayenne pepper.
Leftovers Lorie's Twist on Hash with Leftovers

Lorie’s Twist on Hash with Leftovers

Great meal on a busy weeknight when you are faced with leftovers in the fridge. Add a salad and you have a wonderful meal to enjoy with your family. Or make the Drizzle Cake for a sweet ending.
Cowboy Casserole

Cowboy Casserole

Cowboy Casserole is always a hit when we make it! It is so yummy and simple. You can play around with the vegetables you add in to customize it to your family’s liking. Enjoy!
Taco Ring

Ashlee’s Taco Ring

The first time I ever had the Taco Ring was at a Pampered Chef party. I fell in love and have been making it ever since. My son requests it weekly! It is so yummy and so easy. The Taco Ring is great for BBQs, Superbowl parties or an easy dinner instead of traditional tacos.

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Farewell from The Maverick Observer Staff

A Brief Hiatus for The Maverick Observer

The time has come for me to put The Maverick Observer website on a brief hiatus through the end of the year. I believe we are living in a time of history in the United States which is unprecedented. The assault on individual freedoms has never ever been this egregious unless you were a prisoner of war, black, American Indian, or Japanese American during World War II.
Flag Fruit Pizza

Flag Fruit Pizza

This patriotic Flag Fruit Pizza is a family favorite recipe! It is incredibly delicious and gets the family involved.
Star Spangled Skewers

Star Spangled Skewers

These Star Spangled Skewers are festive and fun for your 4th of July parties and get-togethers! They are a healthier treat option or snack that everyone will love. Simply using a star cookie cutter makes watermelon slices the star of your spread. Stack blueberries and mini marshmallows on a medium skewer and top with a star! This is a great kid-friendly recipe that they will love to help with!