Recipe                        Category / Subcategory

Pumpkin Pie                             Desserts - Breads / Holiday Dish         
Heat oven to 425 degrees. Prepare pastry for 9-inch one crust pie....
Ingredients: 2 eggs, 1 can (16-oz) pumpkin, 3/4 cup sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt...

Pie Crust                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Sift together flour and salt into a bowl. Cut in shortening using a pastry blender or 2 knives until mixture is uniform ( mixture should be fairly coarse). Sprinkle with water, a tablespoon at a tim...
Ingredients: 2 cups flour, 1 teaspoon salt, 3/4 cup shortening, 1/4 cup water...

Marshmallow Popcorn Balls                             Desserts - Breads / Kids         
Pop popcorn; sprinkle with salt....
Ingredients: 1 cup unpopped popcorn, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/4 cup margarine, 1/2 pound marshmallows...

Rainbow Cake                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Prick cake with meat fork at 1/2-inch intervals....
Ingredients: 1 baked white cake, 2-(3oz) packages Jell-o (any flovor), 2 cups boiling water, 1 bowl (8-oz) whipped topping...

Brownies                             Desserts - Breads / Kids         
Beat butter with sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, two at a time; then beat in vanilla. Mix well. Stir in chocolate syrup....
Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter, 1 cup sugar, 4 eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla...

Brownie Icing                             Desserts - Breads / Kids         
Combine butter, milk and sugar into saucepan; stir to mix. Bring to a boil and continue to boil 30 seconds....
Ingredients: 6 Tablespoons butter, 6 Tablespoons milk, 1 cup sugar, 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips...

Simple Chocolate Icing                             Desserts - Breads / None         
In small saucepan, melt butter in mil. Mix cocoa with confectioner's sugar and stir into milk mixture. Add vanilla....
Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter, 1/2 cup milk, 1/4 cup cocoa, 3 cups confectioner's sugar...

Chocolate Covered Cherries                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Cream butter and gradually add sugar, beating well. Blend in vanilla and milk. Chill mixture 2 hours or until firm....
Ingredients: 6 Tablespoons butter, 2-1/2 cups sifted powdered sugar, 1-1/2 teaspoons milk, 1/4 teaspoon vanilla...

Quick Beer Bread                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Mix 1-1/2 cups white flour and all rye flour. Heat beer, honey and butter until warm (105-115 degrees). Dissolve yeast in warm water in large bowl. Add warm beer mixture, caraway seeds, salt, garli...
Ingredients: 2-1/4 to 2-3/4 cups white flour, unsifted, 1-1/4 c. rye flour, unsifted, 3/4 cup beer, 2 Tablespoons honey...

Creamy Lemon Pasta and Veggies                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Warm olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Slowly whisk in warmed half-and-half, zest and juice from 4 lemons, salt and pepper. Bring cream mixture ...
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons olive oil, 4 garlic cloves, minced, 3 cups half-and-half, warmed, Zest and juice from 4 lemons...

Shrimp/Crab Nachos                             Entrees - Maindishes / Quick Meals         
1. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp, cumin, and garlic; sauté 3 minutes or until shrimp are pink. 2. Combine cooked shrimp, crab, sour cream, and green onions in a ...
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon olive oil, 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp, 2 to 3 teaspoons toasted ground cumin, 1 teaspoon minced garlic...

MonteCristo                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Spread jam on both sides of long sliced bread. Place ham on one side and cheese on one side. Put together and wrap in foil. Bake 350 for 20 min....
Ingredients: Long bagget, Black berry or other jam, Black forest Ham, Brie Cheese or other...

Easy Chicken and Dumplins                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
1. Bring first 4 ingredients to a boil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes. Increase heat to medium-high; return to a low boi...
Ingredients: 1 (32-oz.) container low-sodium chicken broth, 3 cups shredded cooked chicken (about 1 1/2 lb.), 1 (10 3/4-oz.) can reduced-fat cream of chicken soup, 1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning...

Salmon Croquets                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Mix all ingrediants together and fry patties in skillet...
Ingredients: Canned salmon/crab/tuna, eggs, saltines, parsley...

Stewed Pork and Squash                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
1. Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic; sauté 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Add pork; cook 5 minutes, browning on all sides. Stir in chili powder, cumin, salt, a...
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon canola oil, 3/4 cup chopped onion, 1 medium garlic clove, minced, 1 pound boneless pork shoulder, cut into 1/2-inch pieces ( sub with beef)...

Glazed Ham Steaks                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
1. Preheat broiler and set rack about 3 inches from heat source. Cut ham steak into 4 portions. 2. Stir syrup, mustard and vinegar in a small bowl to blend. Brush one side of ham steak liberally wi...
Ingredients: 1 fully cooked ham steak, about 1 1/4 lb, 1/4 cup maple syrup, 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon cider vinegar...

Sloppy Joes                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Cook ground chuck and onion in a large skillet over medium-high heat, stirring until beef crumbles and is no longer pink; drain. Stir in catsup, water, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper; simmer 20...
Ingredients: 1 pound ground chuck, 1 onion, chopped, 1 cup catsup, 1/4 cup water...

Ravioli/Tortoline with Zuccini                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Cook the ravioli according to the package directions. Drain them and return to the pot. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the zucchini, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 te...
Ingredients: Frozen Ravioli/Tortolini, Zuccini, garlic, butter...

Enchilada Gravy Sauce                             Sauces / None         
Heat the oil in a large heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour and cook, stirring constantly, until the flour is browned; be careful not to let the flour burn. Stir in the chili powder, cumin,...
Ingredients: 1 cup vegetable oil, 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup chili powder, 1 tablespoon ground cumin...

Corn Tortillas                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Combine the masa mix and warm water in a medium bowl, mixing until a soft dough forms. Using your hands will produce a better outcome. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead until it's sm...
Ingredients: 2 cups corn masa mix, 1 1/2 cups warm water, , ...

Flour Tortillas                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Combine the flour, salt and baking powder in a large bowl. Add the shortening and hot water, mixing until a soft dough forms...
Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, 1/3 cup vegetable shortening...

Middle Eastern Salad                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Combine in a bowl....
Ingredients: cucumbers, diced, tomatoes, diced, onion, chopped, fresh parsley, chopped...

Salsa                             Sauces / None         
Combine the tomatoes, chiles, garlic powder, salt and pepper in a blender and blend to a chunky puree; do not blend until smooth. Transfer to a serving bowl....
Ingredients: 1 16oz can whole tomatoes, 1 4oz can jalapeno chiles, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt...

Grill Marinade                             Sauces / None         
Combine all the ingredients in a blender and blend well....
Ingredients: 1/3 cup lime juice, 1/3 cup lemon juice, 1/3 cup orange juice, 1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic...

Pico de Gallo                             Sauces / None         
Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and mix well....
Ingredients: 3 ripe tomatoes, diced, 1 onion, diced, 2-4 serrano chiles (to taste), thinly sliced, 1/2 cup chopped cilantro...

Salsa Ranchera                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Put the tomatoes in a large saucepan add the water, and bring to a boil. Cook until the skins start to split, 10-12 minutes. With a slotted spoon, remove the tomatoes from the water, set the pan aside...
Ingredients: 6 tomatoes, 4 cups water, 5 serrano chiles, cut into thin strips, 1/2 onion, quartered and thinly sliced...

Sugar tortillas                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Combine the flour, sugar and baking soda in a large bowl. Add the shortening, blending well. Beat the eggs and milk together in a small bowl, then add to the shortening mixture, mixing well....
Ingredients: 4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup sugar, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 cup vegetable shortening...

Breakfast Chilaquiles                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
Heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and tortilla chips and cook, stirring, until the onion is softened, 2-3 minutes. Add the eggs and scramble them with the onion and tort...
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1/4 cup diced onion, 1/2 cup crushed tortilla chips, 2 eggs, beaten...

Fruit and Nut Oatmeal                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
Prepare the oatmeal according to package directions, substituting the milk for water....
Ingredients: 2 1.5oz packages instant oatmeal, 1 cup milk, 1 banana, sliced, 1/2 cup dried crandberries...

Bruschetta alla Julie and Julia                             Appetizers / None         
Toss tomatoes with 1 T. olive oil and about 1 tsp. sea salt....
Ingredients: 4 slices rough textured bread, such as focaccia, or from a crusty baguette, cut lengthwise, 16 oz. assorted heirloom type tomatoes, chopped and seeded, extra virgin olive oil, 1 clove garlic, peeled and halved...

Health-nut Breakfast                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
Layer the fruit in the bottom of 6 cereal bowls, dividing it evenly. Sprinkle the oatmeal and the granola over the fruit....
Ingredients: 1 cup strawberries, washed, hulled and quartered, 2 bananas, cut into 1/2 inch slices, 1/2 cup dried cranberries, 2 cups uncooked old-fashioned or quick-cooking oatmeal...

Tacos de Papa con Huevos                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the potato and cook, stirring occassionally, until golden brown about 5 minutes...
Ingredients: 1/2 cup vegetable oil, 1 potato, peeled and cut into 1/4 inch dice, 6 eggs, beaten, Salt and pepper to taste...

Ahmeds Camel Bags Eggplant with Coucous                             Entrees - Maindishes / Vegetarian         
For the Couscous prep 1. Place couscous in a large bowl. Cover with 2 inches of cold water. Stir and let sit to absorb and hydrate for about 1/2 hour. Prepare soaked couscous according to packag...
Ingredients: 1 cup dry lentils Adis, 1 large onion, chopped, 1 cup of diced carrots (about 2 medium), 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon...

Remembering Ahmed Baakrime July 23, 2010                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
In Memory of a Dear Man, My Father-In-Law, Ahmed Baakrime. by Khadi Madama-Baakrime The first time I ever met my father-in-law, Ahmed Baakrime was during Ramadan of 2001 during his visit ...
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Spicy Hash Browns                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the potatoes and cook, stirring occassionally, until tender, 4-5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the potatoes to paper towels to drain fo...
Ingredients: 1/2 cup vegetable oil, 4 potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4 inch thick slices, 1/2 cup chopped onion, 3/4 cup diced tomatoes...

Chicharron de Queso                             Appetizers / None         
Heat a stovetop grill or large skillet until very hot. Place the cheese on the grill in 4 rounds and heat until melted. When the cheese has melted, blot with paper towels to absorb the excess fat. Fol...
Ingredients: 2 cups shredded Manchego cheese, 4 flour tortillas, warmed, 1/2 cup tomatillo sauce, ...

Spinach Dip                             Appetizers / None         
Thaw and squeeze Chopped Spinach until dry. Stir together spinach, sour cream, mayonnaise and Knor Soup Mix in large bowl. Add chopped Water Chestnuts and chopped green onions and blend well....
Ingredients: 1 10 oz. pkg chopped Spinach, 1 1/2 cups of Sour Cream, 1 cup Mayonnaise, 1 pkg. Knor Vegetable Soup Mix...

Texas Caviar                             Appetizers / None         
Combine all ingredients in a large bowl...
Ingredients: 2 16oz cans black beans, drained, 1 16oz can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained, 1 16oz can corn kernels, drained, 2 4oz cans diced green chiles...

Chalupas Mariachi                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Heat the beans in a small saucepan over medium heat. Spread the beans evenly over the chalupa shells. Top with cheese....
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups refried beans, 8 chalupa shells, 2 cups shredded cheese, 2 Hass avocados, peeled, pitted and sliced...

Steak Sandwich                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
To make the black bean mayonnaise, combine the mayonnaise and chopped beans in a small bowl, stirring until thoroughly blnded. Cover and refrigerate until needed....
Ingredients: Black Bean Mayonnaise -, 1 16oz can black beans, drained and chopped, 1 1/4 cup mayonnaise, ...

Enchiladas Rancheras                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Pour 1/2 inch of vegetable oil into a large skillet and heat over medium-high heat until hot. One at a time, dip the tortillas into the hot oil to soften them, just a few seconds. Transfer to paper to...
Ingredients: Vegetable oil for frying, 12 corn tortillas, 1 1/2 cup shredded cooked chicken, 2 cups salsa ranchera...

Boeuf Bourguignon                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Soak dried mushrooms in 1/2 cup (125 mL) hot water for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, trim fat from beef; cut meat into 1-1/2-inch (4 cm) cubes and set aside. In Dutch oven, sauté bacon over medium-high heat ...
Ingredients: 1 pkg (14 g) dried porcini mushrooms, 3 lb (1.5 kg) boneless cross-rib pot roast, 4 oz (125 g) thickly sliced bacon, chopped, 3 tbsp (50 mL) vegetable oil...

Charro-Style Beans                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Combine the beans and garlic in a large pot and add water to cover by 2-3 inches. Bring to a boil over high heat and boil for 2 hours. After the 1st hour, check the water level and add a cup or two of...
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds dried pinot beans, picked over and rinsed, 1/2 head garlic, 1 1/2 tablespoons salt, 1/4 pound bacon (5 slices), cut into small dice...

Tortilla and Black Bean Casserole                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F....
Ingredients: 2 cups chopped onion, 1 1/2 cups chopped green bell pepper, 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped, 3/4 cup salsa...

Mexican Rice                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Combine the tomatoes, chicken base, garlic and salt in a blender and blend until smooth. Add the water and blend well....
Ingredients: 3 tomatoes, coarsely chopped, 1 tablespoon Lipton chicken flavor based, 1 garlic clove, coarsely chopped, 1 teaspoon salt...

Refried beans                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
In medium skillet, heat oil and chile pepper over medium-high heat until the skin on the pepper begins to blister....
Ingredients: 2-3 tablespoons vegetable oil, bacon dripping, or shortening, 1 serrano or jalapeno chile, 2 cups cooked beans, 1/2 cup bean broth...

Spanish Rice                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Melt the butter in a large skillet over low heat. Add the onion and bell pepper and cook until softened about 3 minutes. Add the rice and cook, stirring, until coated with butter. Add the carrots and ...
Ingredients: 1 stick butter, 1/2 onion, diced, 1 green bell pepper, diced, 2 cups white rice...

Granma Myers' Spice Cake                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Cream Sugar and Butter/Lard Add eggs sift flour soda and spices add dry ingreadents and milk in 3 batches...
Ingredients: 2 cups light brown sugar, ½ cup butter and lard, 1 cup butter milk, 2 eggs...

Colcannon                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Place potatoes in a saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, until tender....
Ingredients: 2 1/2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed , 1/2 small head cabbage, chopped, 1 large onion, chopped, 1/2 cup milk...

Mint Glazed Cookies                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Preheat oven to 350 and line baking sheets with parchment paper....
Ingredients: 3/4 cup sugar, 1 stick unsalted butter, softened, 1 egg, 1/2 tsp vanilla extract...

Balsamic Vinaigrete                             Sauces / None         
mix...
Ingredients: 4 Tbs balsamic vinegar, 2 Tbs fig preserves, 2 Tbs olive oil, ...

Quick banana breakfast To Go                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
In bowl combine all heat in microwave for 3 minutes and serve. 357 kcal per serve with 7 g of protein...
Ingredients: 2 C frozen blueberries, 1/2 C old fashioned oats, 1/3 C pomegranite juice, 2 Tbs dried currants (opt)...

Homemade Fettucini Alfredo                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
In a large skillet melt 1/2 stick butter on medium heat. Add garlic to taste and saute mushrooms until golden. Add shrimp and saute for about 5 minutes. Meanwhile, broil asparagus for 3 minutes ...
Ingredients: Asparagus, Mushrooms, Garlic, 1/2 stick Butter...

Super Summer Veggie Blend                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
In large skillet add 3 tbsp water, thyme, dill, oregeno, basil, zucchini, garlic, tomatoes, onion, peppers and mushrooms. Vocer and cook over med/high heat for 8 minutes. Meanwhile mix arrowroot...
Ingredients: 3 Tbs water, 1 tsp thyme, 1tsp dill weekd, 1 tsp oregano...

Chicken Enchiladas                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Heat oven to 400 degrees. Cook chicken on stovetop on medium heat with some olive oil and cumin til done about 8 minutes. Using a food processor chop up onion, peppers, chicken. Add to bowl alon...
Ingredients: Sour cream, Green pepper, Red pepper, Onion...

Bok Choy and Bean Medley                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Include the prune soaking water, saute the first six ingrediants for 10 minutes, before serving sprinkle toasted nuts over top....
Ingredients: 2 lbs bok choy chopped , 15 oz. can no salt pinto or kidney beans, 15 oz can no salt aduki beans drained, 1 C prunes, soaked in water to cover, cut in small peices...

Roasted Red Bell Pepper Toast                             Appetizers / None         
If using Italian bread, cut each slice in half. Toast or grill bread until golden brown on both sides....
Ingredients: 8 slices hard-crusted Italian bread or 16 slices baguette, 1/2 inch thick, 6 to 8 cloves garlic, 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 7oz jar roasted red bell peppers, drained and cut into 1/2 inch strips...

Fresh Basil-wrapped Cheese Balls                             Appetizers / None         
Mix cheeses and pepper until blended. Cover and refrigerate about 30 minutes or until firm enough to shape into balls....
Ingredients: 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese (4oz), 1/2 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese (2oz), 2 tablespoons grated imported Parmesan cheese, 1/8 teaspoon pepper...

California Creamed Kale                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
Place kale in large steamer pot. Steam 10-20 minutes until soft. Meanwhile place remaining ingrediants in high powered blender and blend until smooth. Place kale in colandar and pat dry with tow...
Ingredients: 2 bunches kale, leaves removed from stem and chopped, 1 C raw cashews, 1 C soy milk, 4 Tbs onion flakes...

Spicy Meatballs                             Appetizers / None         
Mix beef, cheese, oregano, basil, garlic salt, pepper, egg and lemon juice. Shape mixture into 1-inch balls....
Ingredients: 1 pound lean ground beef, 1 tablespoon grated imported Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves, 1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves...

Acorn Squash with Apples and Pecans                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Cut squash in half and remove seeds. Place face down in baking pan. Add 1/8 inch of water, cover pan loosely with aluminum foil. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, mix apples, pecans...
Ingredients: 1 acorn squash, 1 medium apple, chopped, 1/2 C raw pecans, 1/4 C raisins or currants...

Easy Veggie Pizza                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Bake Pitas at 200 for 15 minutes...
Ingredients: 4 lg. whole pitas, 2 C pasta sauce no or low salt, 1/2 C chopped shiitake mushroosm, 1/2 C red onion chopped...

Filled Rice Fritters                             Appetizers / None         
Heat broth and rice to boiling in a 3-quart saucepan; reduce heat. Cover and simmer about 20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed (do not lift cover or stir). Spread rice on ungreased cookie sheet; coo...
Ingredients: 5 cups chicken broth, 2 cups uncooked Arborio rice, 2 eggs, beaten, 1/4 cup freshly grated imported Parmesan cheese...

Non-Meat Loaf                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
cook rice according to package...
Ingredients: 1 1/2 C cooked brown rice, 2 Tbs arrowroot powder, 4 Tbs water, 2 tsp Bragg liquid aminos...

quinoa mash                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
simmer quinoa in water for 10 min. When water is absorbed completely, add the rest of the ingredients and simmer another 10 minutes until soy milk is absorbed....
Ingredients: 1 C quinoa rinsed well, 2 C water, 1 C soy milk, vanillla...

Spaghetti Squash Primavera                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Preheat oven to 350. Slice spaghettic squash in half length wise, remove seeds. Place both halves upside down on baking sheet. Bake for 45 minutes...
Ingredients: 1 medium spaghetti squash , 1 1/2 carrots diagnolly sliced, 1/2 C celery, diagonally sliced, 3 cloves garlic minced...

Banana Almond Lettuce Wrap                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
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Ingredients: 4 Tbs raw almond butter, 12 romaine lettuce leaves, 2 bananas thinly sliced, ...

Four Cheese Risotto                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Heat oil in nonstick 10-inch skillet or 3-quart saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook onion in oil about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until tender....
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 medium onion, chipped (1/2 cup), 1 cup uncooked Arborio or regular long-grain rice, 1 tablespoon dry white wine or chicken broth...

Oatmeal and Applesauce Pancakes                              Breakfast - Brunch / None         
1.Heat a lightly oiled griddle over medium-low heat. ...
Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/3 cup quick cooking oats, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon baking soda...

Quick and Creamy Veggie Bean soup                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
In soup pot combine all ingredients, except cashews and pine nuts....
Ingredients: 4 C prepped tomato soup, low sodium, 2 C frozen brocooli florets, 2 C frozen chopped spinach, 2 C carrot juice...

Spicy Bean Spred/Dip                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
In blender blend all together...
Ingredients: 15 oz can pinto beans no salt and save 1/2 liquid, 1 tsp Balsamic or black fig vinegar, 1/4 tsp crushed red chili pepper, 1/4 tsp garlic powder or two cloves crushed...

Eggplant Parmigiana                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Peel eggplant. Cut crosswise into 1/2 inch slices. Place slices on cutting board; sprinkle with salt. Tilt board slightly; let stand 30 minutes. Rinse eggplant; pat dry. Heat oven to 400 degrees. D...
Ingredients: 14oz pasta sauce, 2 medium eggplants (1 1/2 pounds each), 1 tablespoon salt, 1/3 cup milk...

Chocolate Banana Bread                              Desserts - Breads / None         
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease two 9x5 inch loaf pans. ...
Ingredients: 1 cup margarine, softened, 2 cups white sugar, 4 eggs, 6 bananas, mashed...

orange cashew dressing                             Sauces / None         
blend until creamy and add some orange juice to thin prn...
Ingredients: 2 oranges peeled and quatered, 1/3 c raw cashews , 2 Tbs blood organge vinegar, 1/2 tsp lemonjuice...

summer squash casserole                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Pre-heat oven to 350. Mix eggs and milk. Soak bread until dissolved....
Ingredients: 2 slices bread, 3 eggs, 1/2 cp milk, butter...

Sun Dried Tomato/Goat Cheese Chicken Breasts                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Combine boiling water and tomatoes in a bowl; cover and let stand 30 minutes or until soft....
Ingredients: 1 cup boiling water, 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, packed without oil, 2 teaspoons olive oil, divided, 1/2 cup chopped shallots, divided...

Greek Chicken Pasta                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta in boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain....
Ingredients: 1 pound uncooked pasta, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 cloves garlic, crushed, 1/2 cup chopped red onion...

Turkey Burritos                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
In a large skillet over medium high heat, brown ground turkey. Stir in tomato sauce, corn and onion. Reduce heat to medium and let simmer, stirring occasionally, until liquids reduce (about 20 minutes...
Ingredients: 1 pound ground turkey, 2 (7 ounce) cans hot tomato sauce, 1 (15.25 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained, 1/2 small onion, diced...

Lover's Style Pasta                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Heat oil in 4-quart Dutch oven or 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Cook parsley, thyme, onion and chili in oil about 3 minutes, stirring frequently, just until onion is tender....
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves, 1 medium onion, thinkly sliced...

A Jerky Chicken                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
1. Combine the onion, brown sugar, soy sauce, vinegar, thyme, sesame oil, garlic, allspice and habanero pepper in the container of a food processor or blender. Process until smooth. Place the chicken ...
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon onion, finely chopped, 3 tablespoons brown sugar, 4 tablespoons soy sauce, 4 tablespoons red wine vinegar...

Hollandaise Sauce                             Sauces / None         
Using a double boiler or improvising by using a large pot partially filled with water and a small pot floating on top, bring water to a slow boil....
Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter, 3 egg yokes, 1 Tablespoon water, 1 Tablespoon lemon juice...

Ground Turkey Noodle Casserole                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
1. saute pepper, onion, garlic, turkey, salt and pepper (while cooking pasta)...
Ingredients: 1 lb. ground turkey (or beef), 1 onion (chopped), 1 bell pepper (chopped), salt, pepper...

Jon's Jambalaya                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
1) Salt and pepper chicken 2) Slice the chicken and sausage. 3) Brown chicken for a few minutes until then add the sausage for 3 to 5 minutes and brown that. 4) (If using shrimp add for 2 or 3 minutes...
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds Chicken breasts, 3/4 pounds Andouille sausage, 3 Bell peppers (red, green, yellow), 1/2 cup Celery...

Fettuccine Alfredo                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Melt butter in 10-inch skilled over medium heat. Cook onion in butter about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until tender. Stir in whipping cream; 2 tablespoons cheese, 1 teaspoon of the nutmeg, the sa...
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter, 1 small onion, thinly sliced, 4 cups heavy whipping cream, 2 tablespoons freshly grated imported Parmesan cheese...

Jon Risotto                              Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Brown sausage in olive oil and remove from pan...
Ingredients: 1 cup risotto rice, 2 hot Italian turkey sausage links, 5 cloves garlic, 1 onion...

Penne/Pancetta/Vodka pasta                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Chop pancetta...
Ingredients: 1 16 oz Penne pasta, 2 tablespoons Margarine, 1/4 pound Pancetta bacon (thinly sliced), 1/3 cup Vodka...

Prosciutto, Spinach, and Pasta Casserole                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Cook pasta according to package, drain and rinse with cold water. Drain again...
Ingredients: 8 Oz dried orecchiette, mostaccioli, or ziti (2 2/3 cups), 2 medium onions cut into thin wedges, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1 tablespoon margarine...

Sloppy Joes                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Put chopped onions, minced garlic, and olive oil in a large pot and simmer until cooked....
Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef, 1 lb lean ground turkey, 2/3 onion chopped , 4 cloves garlic minced...

Fettuccine alla Bravo                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
While sauce is simmpering, melt butter in 3-quart saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook mushrooms, proscuitto and onions in butter about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until onions are tender....
Ingredients: Tomato sauce, 1 tablespoon butter, 1 cup sliced mushcrooms (3oz), 1/2 cup chopped imported prosciutto or fully cooked ham...

Tortilla Soup                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
In heavy pot, bring the broth to a boil. Add garlic, tomatoes, chopped onion, jalapeno, and oregano to the stocks. Simmer uncovered for 30 minutes....
Ingredients: 9 cups chicken broth, 6 cloves roasted garlic, 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes, 1/2 yellow onion, chopped...

French Potato Salad                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Slice potatoes and put in large bowl. Slice beans into 1 inch lengths and add to bowl. Add Jarlsberg....
Ingredients: 2 pounds red potatoes, microwaved til soft , 1/3 c. minced onion, 1/2 pound green beans, boiled tender crisp, 1/2 pound Jarlsberg, diced into 1/2 inch cubes...

Healthy(ish) Cookies                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Mix together, make into balls on a cookie sheet. Cook at 350 for 10-15 min. Check occasionally...
Ingredients: 1 cup whole wheat flour, 1 cup oats, 1 tsp. salt, 1 tsp baking soda...

Cheese and Spinach Pasta Rolls                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
While sauce is simmering, cook noodles as directed on the package....
Ingredients: Tomato Sauce, 18 uncooked dried lasagna noodles, 15oz ricotta cheese, 10oz frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed to drain...

Sauted Pasta                              Entrees - Maindishes / Quick Meals         
Cover the bottom of the pan with a thin coating of olive oil. Add garlic, onion, and a little Italian seasonings....
Ingredients: Already boiled pasta, Tomatoes , Green pepper, Garlic...

Healthy(ish) berry shortcakes                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Adjust oven rack to lower-middle position and preheat to 425 degrees. Mix flour, salt, baking powder and 3 Tbs. sugar in a medium bowl. Grate 2 Tbs. of the butter on the coarse holes of a box grater i...
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose bleached flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 tablespoon baking powder, 5 tablespoons sugar, divided (can use Splenda for cooking)...

Healthy Chicken Fingers                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Combine the chicken and buttermilk in a shallow dish. Cover and chill for 15 minutes....
Ingredients: 1 1/4 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut across into 1/2-inch pieces, 1/2 cup lowfat buttermilk, Cooking spray, 4 cups whole-grain corn cereal (high protein/fiber special K)...

Italian Sausage Lasagna                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Heat oil in 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Cook garlic, sausage, onion and carrot in oil, stirring occasionally, until sausage is no longer pink; drain....
Ingredients: 1 tablespoons olive oil, 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped, 3/4 pound bulk Italian sausage, 1 medium onion, chopped...

Southwest Chicken                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Cut up chicken into bite size pieces and coat with chili powder...
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers, 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained...

Penne Arrabiata                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Heat 1/4 cup of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic, and saute for a few minutes. Sprinkle in the red pepper flakes, and saute for another minute. Pour in the diced tomatoes ...
Ingredients: 1/2 cup olive oil, divided, 6 cloves garlic, sliced, 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes with garlic and olive oil...

Jon Pizza                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Cover crust in sauce...
Ingredients: 1 whole wheat pre-made pizza crust, tomato sauce or pesto sauce, 2 hot italian sausages, 1 , 4 oz goat cheese container...

Healthy Maryland Crab Cakes                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet....
Ingredients: 1/4 cup bread crumbs, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon dried parsley, 1 teaspoon mustard powder...

Leftover Rice Rice Pudding                              Desserts - Breads / None         
Combine cooked rice, milk, sugar and salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat to a simmer and stir in the vanilla and raisins. Cook until just about all of the milk is absorbed ...
Ingredients: 2 cups leftover cooked white rice, 3 cups milk, 1/2 cup sugar , small pinch salt ...

Szechwan Shrimp                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
In a bowl, stir together water, ketchup, soy sauce, cornstarch, honey, crushed red pepper, and ground ginger. Set aside....
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons water, 2 tablespoons ketchup, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 2 teaspoons cornstarch...

Thai style halibut with Coconut-Curry Broth                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
In a large saute pan, heat the oil over moderate heat. Add the shallots and cook, stirring occasionally, until beginning to brown, 3 to 5 minutes....
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons vegetable oil, 4 shallots, finely chopped (about 3/4 cup), 2 1/2 teaspoons red curry paste, or 2 teaspoons curry powder, 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth...

Penne with Spicy Sauce                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Cook and drain pasta as directed on package. While pasta is cooking, place tomatoes with juice in food processor or blender. Cover and process until coarsely chopped; set aside....
Ingredients: 16oz penne rigate pasta, 28oz Italian-style pear-shaped tomatoes, undrained, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped...

Sauteed Spinich                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and the spinach to the skillet and cover; allow to cook 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic salt and cover again for another 5 minutes;...
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, 1 (10 ounce) bag spinach leaves, 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic salt, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese...

Homemade Pesto                             Sauces / None         
In a food processor bowl or blender container combine oil, nuts, basil, cheese, garlic, and salt. Cover and process or blend until nearly smooth, stopping and scraping sides as necessary. Add pepper t...
Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil, 1/2 cup chopped walnuts and/or pine nuts, 2 cups firmly packed fresh basil leaves, 1/2 cup grated parmesan or romano cheese...

Curry stir-fry sauce                             Sauces / None         
Combine all ingredients in small bowl...
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons Light soy sauce, 1/2 teaspoon Sugar, 1 tablespoon Dry sherry (vermouth), 2 teaspoons Curry powder...

Ginger stir-fry sauce                             Sauces / None         
Combine all ingredients in bowl...
Ingredients: 3 tableapoons Light soy sauce, 1/4 teaspoon Sugar, 1 tablespoon Dry sherry (vermouth), 1/4 cup Minced fresh gingeroot...

Hot and sour stir-fry sauce                             Sauces / None         
Combine all ingredients in small bowl...
Ingredients: Hot and sour stir-fry sauce, 2 tablespoons Cider vinegar, 2 teaspoons minced hot chiles, 2 teaspoons Sugar...

Lemon stir-fry sauce                             Sauces / None         
Combine all ingredients in small bowl...
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons Minced lemon zest, 3 tablespoons Lemon juice from lemon, 1 teaspoon Sugar, 2 tableapoons Chicken stock...

Calzone                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Heat oven to 375 degrees. Grease cookie sheet. Press dough into 12-inch circle on cookie sheet, using floured fingers....
Ingredients: 1 6.5 pouch pizza crust pix, 1/3 cup pizza sauce, 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, 1/4 cup shredded provolone cheese...

Orange stir-fry sauce                             Sauces / None         
Combine all ingredients in small bowl an set aside...
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons Minced orange zest, 1/4 cup Orange juice from orange, 1/2 teaspoon Sugar, 2 tablespoons Chicken stock...

Pumpkin Roll                             Desserts - Breads / None         
FOR CAKE Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease 15x10 in jelly roll pan; line with greased and floured. Sprinkle a thin cotton kitchen towel with powder sugar....
Ingredients: Powder Sugar, 3/4 cup all purpose flour, 1/2 tsp, baking soda, 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon...

Rustic Pizza Pie                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Prepare dough according to package. Heat oven to 425 degrees. Grease pie plate, 10x1 1/2 inches. Cook sausage in 10-inch skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink; drain....
Ingredients: 2 6.5 pouches pizza crust mix, 1 cup pizza sauce, 1/2 pound bulk Italian sausage, 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese...

Tomato Basil Salad                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / Vegetarian         
Cut up two or three varieties of tomatoes. Cut up onion and rip up basil....
Ingredients: Tomato, heirloom tomatoes suggested , Vinegar , Basil, Onion...

Cauliflower Au Gratin                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Spearate cauliflower into flowerets. Heat 1 inch salted water (1/2 teaspoon salt to 1 cup water) to boiling in 3-quart saucepan. Add cauliflower, onion and lemon juice. Cover and heat to boiling; redu...
Ingredients: 1 medium head cauliflower, 1 medium red onion, cut into 8 wedges, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil...

Brussel Sprouts with prosciutto                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Heat 1 inch salted water (1/2 teaspoon to 1 cup water) to boiling in 3-quart saucepan. Add Brussels sprouts. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer about 10 minutes or until tender; drain....
Ingredients: 1 pound Brussels sprouts, 2 tablespoons butter, 1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules, 1 small onion, thinly sliced...

Tira Mi Su                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Beat egg yolks and sugar in 2-quart saucepan until well blended. Beat in milk. Heat to boiling over medium heat, stirring constantly; reduce heat to low. Boil and stir 1 minute; remove from heat. Pour...
Ingredients: 6 egg yolks, 3/4 cup sugar, 2/3 cup milk, 1 pound mascarpone cheese or 2 packages (8oz each) cream cheese, softened...

(WOOD) potato soup                              Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
boil potatoes and onions in water with enough chicken bouillon. One potatoes are cooked add potato buds to thicken. Once thick at small amount of cream or milk. Season with pepper and celery salt....
Ingredients: potatoes, onions, chicken bouillon, water...

Almond Torte from Piedmont                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Heat oven to 350 degrees. Spread almonds in ungreased shallow pan. Bake uncovered about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown; cool. Finely chop; set aside....
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups slivered almonds, 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder...

(WOOD) brussel sprouts                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Coat brussel sprouts with olive oil and season with sea salt and ground pepper. Squeeze 1/4 fresh lemon. Bake at 400 until starting to turn brown and soften. Sprinkle with bread crumbs and bake a litt...
Ingredients: 1 pckg frozen brussel sprouts, italian bread crumbs, lemon, olive oil...

Florentine Chocolate Profiterole                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Heat oven to 400 degrees. Grease and flour cookie sheet. Heat 1 cup water, the butter and salt to rolling boil in 2 1/2 quart saucepan. Stir in flour. Stir vigorously over low heat about 1 minute or u...
Ingredients: 1 cup water, 1/4 cup butter, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 cup all-purpose flour...

Chicken Parmesan Bundles                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Heat oven to 375. Mix cream cheese, spinach, 1 cup mozzerella and 3 tbsp. Parmesan until well blended; spread onto chicken breasts. Starting at one short end of each breast, roll up chicken tightly....
Ingredients: 4 oz. (1/2 of 8 oz pkg) cream cheese, softened, 1 pkg. (10 oz) frozen chopped spinach, thawed, well drained, 1 1/4 cups shredded mozzerella, 6 tbsp. parmesan cheese...

Cheddar Macaroni Beef Casserole                             Entrees - Maindishes / Quick Meals         
Heat oven to 400. Prepare dinner as directed on package, omitting the butter. Meanwhile brown meat in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat; drain. Add tomatoes and oregano; mix well. Bring t...
Ingredients: 1 pkg. Kraft Macaroni & Cheese dinner, 1 lb. lean ground beef, 1 can (14 1/2 oz) Italian-style stewed tomatoes, undrained, 1/2 tsp. dried oregano leaves...

Layered Enchilada Bake                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Heat oven to 400. Brown meat with onions in large skillet on medium-high heat; drain. Stir in salsa, beans, dressing and seasoning mix....
Ingredients: 1 lb. lean ground beef, 1 large onion, chopped, 2 cups salsa, 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed...

Layered Pumpkin Loaf                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Heat oven to 350. Mix pumpkin, 1 cup granulated sugar, brown sugar, 3 egg whites, milk and oil in large bowl. Add flour, baking powder, spice and salt; mix well. Beat Neufchatel cheese, remaining g...
Ingredients: 1 cup canned pumpkin, 1 cup plus 2 tbsp. granulated sugar, divided, 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, 4 egg whites, divided...

Minnesota wild rice soup                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
In frying pan, melt butter over medium heat and saute the wild rice, almonds, celery, onion, and carrot for two to three minutes. Add the soup and simmer over low heat for 1 1/4 hours. Thicken with ...
Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter, 1/2 cup raw wild rice, 1 cup slivered almonds, 1 cup dice celery...

blueberry nut oatmean                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
In a saucepan, bring water to a boil and stir in all ingredients except blueberries and pecans. Turn head down and summer for 5 min. Stir in blueberries and pecans. remove from heat and cover for ...
Ingredients: 1 3/4 C water, 1 C old fashioned rolled oats, 1C grated apple, 2 Tbs currants (opt)...

Eggplant Hummus                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
Bake eggplant at 350 for 45 min. Let cool, remove skin. Blend all ingrediants in high speed blender till creamy....
Ingredients: 1 medium eggplant cut in half, 1 C cooked or canned garbanzo beans, low salt, 1/3 C bean liquid fron can, 4 Tbs raw unhulled sesame seeds...

Ginger pear dressing                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
Blend...
Ingredients: 2 pears peeled and cut, 1 tsp pear vinegar, 1/2 tsp grated fresh ginger, 1/2 tsp lemon jice...

raspberry dressing                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
blend...
Ingredients: 1 1/4 C frozen respberries , 1 tsp lime juice, 1/2 garlic chopped , 1/2 C date sugar...

sesame chive dressing                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
blend everything excepted 1 Tbs sesame seeds and the chives mix and pour...
Ingredients: 1/3 C unhulled sesame seeds lightly toasted, 1 C unsweetened soy milk, 1 Tbs rice vinegar, 1/2 Tbs raw cashew butter...

Tofu Ranch Dressing                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
Blend...
Ingredients: 6 oz Nasoya silken tofu, 3 pitted dates, 1 clove garlic, 1/4 C chopped green onion...

Swedish Meatballs                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
combine beef, pork, egg, allspice, salt, and pepper In Skillet add oil and onions, sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes, add celery and sauté for 4 more minutes. Add to meat. Blend all tog...
Ingredients: 1 lb Ground Beef, 1 lb Ground Pork, 1 egg, 2 tbls olive oil...

Tomatoes Stuffed with Mushrooms and Cheese                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Preheat oven to 350f Scoop out center of tomato, save pulp. ...
Ingredients: 4 Large Tomatoes, olive oil, 1 lb mushrooms, diced, 1 onion, chopped...

Flourless Peanut butter cookies                             Desserts - Breads / Gluten-Free         
Preheat oven to 350 Degrees F. Beat brown sugar,Peanut butter,and egg in a medium bowl with and electric mixer until smooth....
Ingredients: 1 cup packed light brown sugar, 1 cup smooth peanut butter, 1 lightly beaten egg, optional,1/2 cup melted semisweet chocolate chips...

Steak Fries                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Heat oven to 425 degress. In large resealable plastic bag, combine 2 lbs. potatoes, cut into wedges, 1 tbs. mexican seasoning, 1 tsp. salt and 1/2 tsp. black pepper,...
Ingredients: , , , ...

Gluten Free Almond cookies                             Desserts - Breads / Gluten-Free         
Preheat oven to 350 Degrees F.Beat sugar,almond butter,and egg in a large bowl with electric mixer until well combined...
Ingredients: 1 cup sugar, 1 cup almond butter, 1 lightly beaten egg, ...

Greek Wedding Soup                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
In a deep skillet or Dutch oven, bring the chicken broth to a boil. Lower the heat and bring to a simmer....
Ingredients: Two 32 oz containers chicken broth, 3/4 lb ground lamb or beef, 2/3 cup finely chopped falt-leaf parsley, 1/3 cup breadcrumbs...

Spinach and Gnocchi w/Garlic Chips                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Bring a large pot of water to a boil; salt it, add the gnocchi and cook until they float to the top, 3 mins. Drain, reserving a ladleful of the pasta cooking water....
Ingredients: Salt & pepper, Two 10 oz pkgs gnocchi, 4 large cloves garlic, peeled and thinly sliced, 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil...

Caramelized Bananas w/ Toasted Nuts                              Desserts - Breads / None         
In a shallow bowl, mix together the pecans and coconut....
Ingredients: 1/2 cup pecans, toasted and coarsely chopped, 1/2 cup shredded coconut, toasted , 1 1/2 cups sugar, 6 tbsp butter, cut into chunks...

Orange Salmon Over Rice                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
In a saucepan, whisk honey, vinegar, orange juice, vinegar, soy sauce, and tobasco. Bring to simmer, stirring constantly until it begins to thicken (6-8 minutes.) In small bowl, whisk cornstarch and...
Ingredients: 3 lbs. salmon fillet, skinned, 2 oranges, peeled, sectioned, sections halved (divided), 1 med onion, diced, 2 cloves fresh garlic, chopped small...

Orzo Salad with Currants, Olives, and Pine Nuts                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / Grilling         
Cook orzo according to package directions. Drain,then rinse with cold water and drain again. Large to a large bowl....
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups orzo pasta, 2 cloves garlic, 1/2 tsp kosher salt, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsely sprigs...

Green Beans w/Crisp Meyer lemon bread crumbs                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
In a large frying pan over medium heat, cook crumbs in 2 tbsp oil, stirring, 5 mins. Stir in zest and 1/8 tsp each salt & pepper. Cook and stir until golden, 5 more mins. Pour into a bowl....
Ingredients: 2 cups coarse fresh ciabatta bread crumbs, 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided, Finely shredded zest of 2 small Meyer lemons, About 1/8 tsp each kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper...

Winter White Burger                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
In a medium bowl, combine the turkey, scallions, mustard, lemon peel and thyme; season with salt & pepper. Shape into four 3/4-inch patties....
Ingredients: 2 lbs ground turkey breast, 4 scallions, white parts only finely chopped, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, Grated peel and juice of 1 lemon...

Yogurt Marinated Leg of Lamb                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
In a 2-gallon resealable plastic bag, combine the yogurt, olive oil, mint, 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp pepper. Add the lamb, turning to coat evenly, and refrigerate for 24 hrs....
Ingredients: 2 cups Greek-style yogurt, 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 1/2 cup chopped fresh mint, Salt & pepper...

Roasted Olives                             Appetizers / None         
Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Lay out all the ingredients on a sheet pan and toss to combine. Roast the mixture in the oven for 15-20 mins or until the tomatoes are shriveled and lightly browned. Cool ...
Ingredients: 2 cup black olives, 2 cup green olives, 2 pints cherry tomatoes, 2 tbsp Herbes de Provence...

Pumpkinnamon Smoothie                             Desserts - Breads / Holiday Dish         
put first five ingredients in a blender,blend until smooth,top with whipped cream,drink up....
Ingredients: 1/4 cup pumpkin pie filling, sprinkle of cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon brown sugar, 3 scoops vanilla ice cream...

Mac n Cheese                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / Kids         
Boil and drain macaroni. Cut cheese into cubes. Add cheese, milk, and margarine to macaroni. Stir over medium low heat until cheese is melted (about 5 minutes). Can also put cooked macaroni in cas...
Ingredients: 2 cups macaroni, 1 1/2 cup Velveeta or similar chees product , 1 Tablespoon margarine, 1/4 cup milk...

Self Rising Flour                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Combine all ingredients....
Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder, 1/8 teaspoon salt, ...

Baked Halibut w/ Almonds                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Spray baking sheet with nonstick spray. Whisk cornmeal, 1/4 tsp salt, and pinch of black pepper in small bowl. Dredge fish is cornmeal mixture and place on prepared sheet....
Ingredients: Nonstick vegetable oil spray, 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal, 1/4 tsp salt, Pinch of ground black pepper...

Crockpot Chicken Chili (5)                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / Quick Meals         
Combine all ingredients in a 4-5 quart crockpot. Cover and cook on low for 7-9 hours or until chicken is tender and no longer pink. Stir well so the chicken breaks into small pieces. 6 servings...
Ingredients: •2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken thighs, •3 (14 oz.) •3 (14 oz.) cans diced tomatoes with chilies and garlic, undrained, •1 oz. pkg. taco seasoning mix OR 2 Tbsp. , •3 cups water...

Crockpot Italian Chicken (3)                             Entrees - Maindishes / Quick Meals         
Combine all ingredients in a 3-4 quart crockpot. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours until chicken is thoroughly cooked and potatoes are tender. Serves 4-6...
Ingredients: •1-1/2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced, •1/2 cup zesty Italian salad dressing, •1/2 tsp. dried Italian seasoning, •4 cloves garlic, minced...

Crockpot Chicken and Sweet Potatos (12)                             Entrees - Maindishes / Quick Meals         
Sprinkle chicken with salt, cayenne pepper, paprika, curry powder, and ginger. Place sweet potatoes and onions in 3-1/2 quart slow cooker and top with chicken. Top with peach preserves, vinegar, and s...
Ingredients: •8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs, •1 teaspoon salt, •1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper, •1 teaspoon paprika...

Beef Stew (6)                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / Quick Meals         
Scrub potatoes and cut each into quarters. Place in bottom of 4 quart slow cooker. Mix flour, salt and pepper and toss with beef to coat. Add to crockpot. Add undrained tomatoes and water and stir. ...
Ingredients: •4 medium red potatoes, •1-1/2 lbs. beef stew meat, •1/3 cup flour, •salt and pepper to taste...

Puff Pastry                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Cut butter into flour until it resembles crumbs. Stir in sour cream. Turn onto a floured board and knead until it just holds together. Form into a ball, flatten slightly and wrap airtight. ...
Ingredients: 1 cup(s) butter , 1/2 cup(s) sour cream , 1 1/2 cup(s) flour , ...

Crab Bisque                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
In a 3-quart saucepan melt butter and sauté celery for 5 minutes or until soft. Stir in sauce mix. Gradually stir in half and half. Add sherry and broth. Stir over low heat until soup bubbles and t...
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter, 1 cup minced celery, 2 (10 ounce) packages white sauce mix, 2 cups half-and-half...

Fluffy Frosting                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Mix flour and milk (I use a shaker). Pour mixture into small sauce pan and heat over medium high until mixture is tt thick, about 6 minutes. Stir constantly, especially during last 3 minutes because...
Ingredients: 1 cup milk, 1/4 cup flour, 1/2 cup margarine (room temperature), 1/2 cup Crisco Shortening...

Carne Asada Marinade                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and whisk to combine. Place beef in gallon sized freezer bag. Pour carne asada marinade over beef. Close bag and marinade meat for at least 1 hour before ...
Ingredients: 1/4 cup Vegetable Oil, 1/4 cup Red Wine Vinegar, 1/4 cup Soy Sauce, 1/3 cup Lime Juice...

Oatmeal Dinner Rolls                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Cook first 3 ingredients and cool to lukewarm....
Ingredients: 1 c. uncooked quick oatmeal, 2 c. boiling water, 3 Tbsp. margarine, 1 tsp. salt...

Pizza Crust                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Mix all dry ingredients, then add wet ingredients. Mix well. Cover and let stand 10 minutes....
Ingredients: 4 c. flour (can use whole wheat), 2 pkg. yeast, 1 tsp. salt, 2 c. hot tap water...

Apple Crisp                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Mix apples with first 3 ingredients. Place in 9X13 pan....
Ingredients: 10 apples, peeled and sliced, 1 c. sugar, 2 Tbsp. flour , 2 tsp. cinnamon...

Egg casserole                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
Mix ingredients in 9X13 pan....
Ingredients: 12 eggs, beaten, 1 c. milk, 1 lb. browned sausage, bacon or ham, 1 Tbsp. grated onion...

Bacon Wrapped Pheasant                             Appetizers / None         
Cut pheasant into 1 to 1 1/2 inch pieces. Cut bacon strips into halves or thirds, depending on the size of the pheasant pieces....
Ingredients: 4-6 pheasant breasts, 1 lb. bacon, , ...

Swiss Chard and Potato Frittata                             Breakfast - Brunch / Vegetarian         
Wash the Swiss chard leaves and pat dry with a paper towel. Remove stems then, roll the leaves into a tight bundle,and fine chop....
Ingredients: 6 Swiss chard leaves , 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil diced, 1 garlic clove minced, 1 medium potato peeled and diced finely...

Smoked Sausage Gumbo                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
In a large skillet, saute the celery, onion, okra, carrot, and green pepper in oil until tender....
Ingredients: 2 celery ribs - chopped, 1 medium onion, chopped, 1 okra, chopped, 1 medium carrot, chopped...

German Pork Roast                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
In a small bowl, combine the oil, garlic, lemon juice, mustard and seasonings. Rub over roast. Place on a rack in a shallow roasting pan....
Ingredients: 3 tbsp olive oil, 4 garlic cloves, minced, 1 tsp lemon juice, 1 tsp stone-ground mustard...

Smoked Gouda Spinach Pizza                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Unroll dough into a greased 15x10x1-inch baking pan; flatten dough and build up edges slightly. Bake at 425 degrees for 10-12 mins or until lightly browned....
Ingredients: 1 tube (13.8 oz) refrigerated pizza crust, 1/2 lb sliced fresh mushrooms, 1 small red onion, chopped, 2 tbsp butter...

Banana Colada Sundaes                             Desserts - Breads / None         
In a small saucepan, combine the butter, brown sugar, orange juice and cinnamon. Cook and stir over medium heat for 4-5 mins or until sauce is smooth. Stir in bananas; heat through. Remove from heat; ...
Ingredients: 6 tbsp butter, cubed, 1/3 cup packed brown sugar, 1/3 cup orange juice, 2 tsp. ground cinnamon...

Spring Greens w/ Beets & Goat Cheese                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
In a large heavy skillet, cook the pecans, 1 tbsp vinegar and water over medium heat until nuts are toasted, about 4 mins. Sprinkle with sugar. Cook and stir for 2-4 mins or until sugar is melted. Spr...
Ingredients: 2/3 cup pecan halves, 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar, divided, 1 tbsp water, 1 tbsp sugar...

French's Crunchy Onion Chicken                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Crush French Fried Onions with flour in plastic bag....
Ingredients: 2 cups (4 oz) French's Original French Fried Onions, 2 tbsp flour, 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, 1 egg beaten...

Banana-Cream Cheesecake                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Heat oven to 300 degrees. Reserve 1 cup dry cake mix. Mix remaining cake mix with 1 egg, oil and 1/3 cup sugar with mixer. Mixture will be crumbly) Press onto bottom and 1 inch up sides of greased 13X...
Ingredients: 1 pkg. (2 layer size) white cake mix, divided, 4 eggs, divided, 3 tbsp oil, 2/3 cup packed brown sugar, divided...

Spring Egg Pasta                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
In a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook the egg noodles until al dente, about 5 mins; drain and rinse with cold water....
Ingredients: 1/2 lb wide egg noodles, 1 cup sour cream, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil...

Bk. Stuffed Shell's                             Entrees - Maindishes / Quick Meals         
While cooking Shell's and warming your Meranera sauce...
Ingredients: 1 1/2 boxes Stuff Shell's (i cook more incase some shell's are broken}, 2C Ricotta Cheese, 4C Shreaded Mozzeralla Cheese, 1 Egg...

Boston Cream Pie                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Cut cake into 2 layers with serrated knife. Beat 1 cup milk and pudding mix with whisk 2 mins. Stir in whipped topping. Let stand 5 mins....
Ingredients: 1 round yellow cake layer, 1 cup cold milk, 1 pkg (3.4 oz) Vanilla Flavor Instant Pudding & Pie Filling, 1 1/2 cups thawed Cool Whip Whipped Topping...

Pork Chops w/ Apples & Stuffing                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Heat oven to 375 degrees. Prepare stuffing as directed on package....
Ingredients: 1 pkg (6 oz) Stove Top Stuffing Mix for Chicken, 1 can (21 oz) Apple Pie Filling, 6 boneless pork loin chops, 3/4 inch thick, ...

Rustic Spinach Salad                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Toss all ingredients in bowl just before serving....
Ingredients: 8 cups baby spinach leaves, 2 small apples, thinly sliced, cut in half, 2 cups shredded or chopped cooked chicken breasts, 1/2 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese...

Slow-Cooker Hearty Beef Chili                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Brown meat; drain. Add to slow cooker with remaining ingredients except cheese; stir. Cover with lid....
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lb lean ground beef, 1 can (15 oz) dark red kidney beans, drained, rinsed, 1 can (15 oz) light red kidney beans, drained, rinsed, 1 1/2 cups Thick 'N Cunky Mild Salsa...

Deep-Dish Turkey Pot Pie                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Add water to stuffing mix; stir just until moistened. Set aside....
Ingredients: 1 2/3 cups hot water, 1 pkg Stove Top Stuffing Mix for Chicken or Turkey, 3 cups chopped cooked turkey, 1 pkg (10 oz) frozen mixed vegetables, thawed...

Fettuccine Alfredo w/ Chicken                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Cook pasta as directed on package....
Ingredients: 1/2 lb fettuccine, uncooked, 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips, 1 1/4 cups fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth, 4 tsp flour...

Pork Cutlets w/ Smothered Parmesan Green Beans                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Heat butter and 1 tbsp oil in a 12 inch heavy skillet over medium heat until foam subsides. Cook shallots and garlic with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp pepper, stirring occasionally, until pale golden, abo...
Ingredients: 2 tbsp unsalted butter, 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided, 3-4 large shallots, thinly sliced lengthwise, 2 garlic cloves, smashed...

Mini Country Loaves                             Desserts - Breads / None         
In a medium bowl, combine yeast, sugar, 1 cup flour, and milk. Cover bowl with a towel ;let yeast mixture rise until doubled in volume, about 1 hour. Using a food processor, grind oats into a fine f...
Ingredients: 1 package dry active yeast, 1 Tbspns sugar, 2 large egg yolks, 3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for kneading...

Rosemary Hash with Yams                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
In a medium hot pan, cook bacon until brown....
Ingredients: 4 yukon gold potatoes, grated, 1 medium yam, grated, 1 med white onion, grated, 2 carrots, grated...

Tea Sandwiches                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
In a bowl, toss the radishes with the dill. In another bowl, stir together the butter, lemon zest and pepper. Spread the lemon butter on one side of each bread slice; cover with radish mixture and spr...
Ingredients: 15 radishes, shredded, 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh dill, 1 stick plus 2 tbsp butter, softened, Grated peel of 1/2 lemon (about 2 tsp)...

Fresh Butter                             Desserts - Breads / None         
In a blender on medium speed, mix 4 cups heavy cream and 1 1/2 tsps coarse salt until grainy milk curds begin to form, 8 to 10 minutes....
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Fresh Butter                             Desserts - Breads / None         
In a blender on medium speed, mix 4 cups heavy cream and 1 1/2 tsps coarse salt until grainy milk curds begin to form, 8 to 10 minutes....
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Sky Blue Potatoes                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. In a medium bowl, toss the potatoes with the olive oil. Place cut side down on a baking sheet and bake until the skins are crisp, 20-25 mins; let cool....
Ingredients: 24 new red potatoes, halved lengthwise, 2 tsp extra-virgin olive oil, 1 1/2 cups sour cream, 1 cup crumbled blue cheese...

Turkey Porcini Tetrazzini                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Preheat oven to 325F. Soak one 1-ounce package dried porcini mushrooms according to package directions, reserving 1 1/2 cups liquid. Chop mushrooms, then toss with large pieces of roast turkey (about...
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Onion Custards                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Preheat oven to 325F. In a medium skillet, melt 2 Tbspns butter. Add 2 cups finely chopped yellow onions and cook until soft and translucent, about 8 minutes. Stir in 1/4 tsp herbes de Provence, 1/2...
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Cheddar Tarragon Cornbread                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Preheat oven to 425F. In a medium bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt and sugar; set aside....
Ingredients: 1 cup all purpose flour, ` cup yellow cornmeal, 2 1/2 tsps baking powder, 1/2 tsp salt...

Bruschetta                             Appetizers / None         
Slice bread into 1/2 to 3/4 inch slices. Dredge bottom of bread slices in olive oil. ...
Ingredients: 1 loaf French or Italian bread , Pesto , Sliced tomatoes , Shredded or sliced mozzarella ...

Chicken Potpie                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Preheat oven to 400F. Heat butter in a 12-inch cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic and cook until carrots begin to soften, about 6 minutes. Season with salt an...
Ingredients: 2 Tbspns unsalted butter, 4 medium carrots, sliced into 1/4 inch thick coins, 1 rib celery, sliced and 1 medium onion, chopped, 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped...

Mexican Lasagna                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Preheat oven to 375. In large skillet, heat oil over med high heat. Add onion, bell pepper and garlic (chopping all three first) and cook, stirring until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in chili p...
Ingredients: 1 tsp olive oil, 1 med onion, 1 med green bell pepper, 1-2 cloves garlic...

90210 dip (aka 'the pink dip')                             Appetizers / None         
Mix all ingredients by hand for a chunky dip or blend in a blender for a smooth dip....
Ingredients: 1 large container of sour cream, 2 squares of Philly cream cheese, 1 medium size container of medium salsa, ...

Baked Salmon with Couscous                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
Preheat oven to 450 F. Coat a shallow baking pan with vegetable spray, set aside. Combine in a small bowl the soy sauce, brown sugar, and grated fresh ginger....
Ingredients: nonstick vegetable cooking spray , 1 tsp reduced sodium soy sauce, 1/2 tsp fresh grated ginger, 1/2 cup water...

Carrot Cake                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Cream together oil, sugar and eggs. Mix in pineapple and carrot....
Ingredients: 2 cups flour , 2 tsp baking soda , 2 tsp cinnamon , ½ tsp salt ...

Lawn Mower Chicken a.k.a. Chicken Divan                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Line oblong baking pan with broccoli, Place chicken on top....
Ingredients: 2 packages broccoli spears (thawed), 6 chicken breasts (parboiled) , 1 can chicken soup , ½ cup mayonaise ...

Buttermilk Fresh Cheese                             Appetizers / None         
Line a colander or a medium strainer with three layers of 12-inch cheesecloth squares and set in sink...
Ingredients: 1 quart whole milk, 1 1/2 cups low-fat buttermilk, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, ...

Chicken Tortilla Soup                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Saute onion, pepper and garlic in olive oil in Dutch oven for 5-7 minutes over medium heat. ...
Ingredients: 1 tbsp. olive oil , 1 onion, chopped, 1 green pepper, chopped, 2 cloves garlic, minced...

Toppings for buttermilk fresh cheese Spiced Figs                             Appetizers / None         
Bring ingredients to simmer in a small saucepan over medium high heat. Reduce heat to maintain a simmer and cook until liquid is reduced by three fourths and syrupy, about 10 minutes....
Ingredients: 1/2 cup bold red wine, such as a Syrah or Melbec, 2 ounces dried Mission figs, 2 Tbspns honey, 1/8 tsp nutmeg or mace...

Crimson Tide                             Beverages / None         
Pour ingredients into a glass over ice ...
Ingredients: 1/4 glass vodka , 1/4 glass rum, 1 tbs fruit punch cool aid mix , 1 tbs pink lemonade mix ...

Pistachio Crust topping for cheese                             Appetizers / None         
Mix pistachiosd with salt and gently press mixture on top of a round of Buttermilk Fresh Cheese...
Ingredients: 1/4 cup pistachios, chopped, 1 teaspoon sea salt, , ...

Beefy Ramen Skillet                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Break ramen blocks in half and cook. Reserve one seasoning pack, discard the other....
Ingredients: 2 packages beef ramen, 1 lb of ground beef, 1 garlic clove, minced, 1 can diced tomatoes...

Funfetti Cookies                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Preheat over to 375 degrees...
Ingredients: 1 Box Funfetti Cake Mix, 1/3 Cup Oil, 2 Eggs, ...

Pesto                             Sauces / None         
Pack basdil (I include tender stems too) in blender. Add oil and garlic and blend on pulse. Keep scraping and pushing it down....
Ingredients: 2 c basil leaves – packed , ¼ c. grated parmesan cheese , ½ c. olive oil, 3 T sunflower seeds (MUCH cheaper than pine nuts!) ...

Greek Chicken                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
In a small bowl, with a fork, mix the feta lemon juice and oregano until smooth. Pound each chicken breast to 1/2 inch thickness with mallet or rolling pin....
Ingredients: 4 oz feta cheese crumbled, 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tsp dried oregano, 6 skinless boneless chicken breasts...

Cinnamon Buns                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
Grease 13” x 9” pan. Sprinkle walnuts over bottom of pan. Place bread pieces over walnuts....
Ingredients: 2 loaves frozen bread dough, cut into 12 slices each (cut while partially frozen--thaw 45-60 mins.), 1 stick margarine , 2 Tbsp. milk, 1 large box vanilla pudding--not instant...

Jungle Fusions Banana Bread                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Cream the butter with the brown and white sugar. Add the eggs. Sift the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Mix together. Add the banana, sour cream, vanilla and cinnamon. Beat til smooth...
Ingredients: 1 stick of softened butter, ½ cup brown sugar , ½ cup white sugar , 2 eggs ...

Lazy Day Peanut Noodle Salad Recipe                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Big a large pot of water to a boil. Boil the soba noodles per package instructions.In the last minute or so of cooking toss in the asparagus. Drain noodles and asparagus, run under cold water for abou...
Ingredients: 1-8 ounce package soba noodles, 1 bunch asparagus spears, ends trimmed then cut into 1/2-inch segements, 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter, 1/4 cup (brown) rice vinegar...

Mini Meatballs                             Appetizers / None         
In a bowl, combine all meatball ingredients. Use a melon scoop to measure meat, roll into a ball and place on a cookie sheet. Bake in a 400 degree oven until lightly browned - 15 to 20 minutes (meat...
Ingredients: Meatball Ingredients, 2 lb. ground beef , 1 cup bread crumbs or 1/2 cup oatmeal, 2 eggs...

Spinach Filled Mushrooms                             Appetizers / None         
Remove stems from mushrooms. Microwave spinach in covered bowl for 5 to 6 minutes. Drain well. ...
Ingredients: 16 to 20 mushrooms, 1½ to 2 inches, 1 pkg. (10 ounce) frozen chopped spinach, ¼ cup milk, 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour...

Noah's Groundhog Lunch Special                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Take turkey and cheese and place on a bagel. ...
Ingredients: sliced turkey, sliced pepper jack cheese, 1 cut bagel, carrots...

Shrimp with Black Beans                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Combine all ingredients. Chill at least 2 hours before serving. ...
Ingredients: 1 lime, juiced, 2 cans (15-18 oz. each) black beans, drained, 2 ripe plum tomatoes, chopped, 2 fresh peaches, chopped...

Lasagne                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Brown meat slowly;spoon off excess fat. Add garlic, basil, salt, tomatoes, and tomato paste. Simmer uncovered 30 minutes, stirring occasionally....
Ingredients: 1 pound bulk Italian sausage, 1 clove garlic, minced, 1 Tbspn dried basil, 1 1/2 tsp salt...

Hot Fudge Sauce                             Sauces / None         
Melt 1 (8-ounce) package unsweetened chocolate baking squares and 1/2 cup butter in a large, heavy saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly. Add2 cups sugar, and cook, stirring constantly, 30 seco...
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Baked Crab Dip                             Appetizers / None         
In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sour cream, mix well. Fold in crab, cheese and onions....
Ingredients: 1 8oz package cream cheese, softened, 2 C (16 oz) sour cream, 2 cans (6 oz each) crabmeat, drained , flaked OR, 2 C flaked, imitation crabmeat...

Socca                             Appetizers / Gluten-Free         
Sift chickpea flour into medium bowl.Stir in salt and pepper.Gradually whisk in water to create a smooth batter.Stir in 2 tablespoons olive oil.Allow batter to rest at least 30 minutes. Preheat oven ...
Ingredients: 1 cup chickpea flour, 3/4 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1 cup water...

Gluten Free Zucchini Bread                             Desserts - Breads / Gluten-Free         
Move rack to low position so that tops of pans will be in center of oven. Heat oven to 350. Grease bottoms only of 2 loaf pans, 8.5 x 4.5 or one 9 x 5 pan....
Ingredients: 3 C. Shredded Zucchini, 1 2/3 c. sugar, 2/3 c. vegetable oil, 4 large eggs...

Hot Chicken Salad                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
mix above ingredients with chicken pieces...
Ingredients: 3 lb chicken cut up and cook till tender. Cool and pick off bones and cut in pieces, 1/2 can Cream of Chicken soup, 2 cup sliced celery, 1 cup mayonnaise...

Easy Taffy Apple Salad                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Combine cool whip and pineapple...
Ingredients: 8 oz. cool whip, 16 oz. crushed pineapple (drain), 3 granny smith apples - peeled-cored-sliced, 3 snicker bars- cut to small cubes...

Calico Beans                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Drain beans - save liquid. In skillet brown bacon, hamburger and onion...
Ingredients: 1 large can of Pork & Beans, 1 can kidney beans, 1 can butter beans, 1/2 lb bacon...

3 Bean Salad                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Mix together and marinate overnight in refrigerator stirring occasionally....
Ingredients: 6-8 cups fresh green and yellow beans cut and cook until tender crisp (3 min), 15 oz. can of garbanzo beans drained, 1/2 c chopped onion OR scallions, 2 c chopped celery...

Amber Pickles                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
peel and cut cucs into 2 inch cubes...
Ingredients: 10-12 small or 8-9 large ripe cucumbers, peel and cut into 2 inch cubes, 3 1/2 lbs. white sugar, 2 cups white vinegar, 1/2 tsp oil of cinnamon...

Lemon-Glazed Sweet Potatoes                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Preheat oven to 325 F. Peel sweet potatoes and cut into 1 inch thick slices. Butter a 13x9 baking dish and arrange sweet potato slices in a single layer....
Ingredients: 3 medium sweet potatoes, 1 Tbspn unsalted butter, 2 Tbspns. dark brown sugar, 12 c. fresh lemon juice...

Lemon-Glazed Sweet Potatoes                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Preheat oven to 325 F. Peel sweet potatoes and cut into 1 inch thick slices. Butter 13 x 9 baking dish and arrange sweet potato slices in a single layer....
Ingredients: 3 medium sweet potatoes, 1 Tbspn unsalted butter, 2 Tbspns. dark brown sugar, 12 c. fresh lemon juice...

French Green Beans with Butter Sauce and Crispy Le                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
For fried leeks, heat 1 inch oil to 350 F. in a heavy pot. Meanwhile, in a bowl, stir flour with 1/4 tsp, each salt and pepper. In another bowl, pour buttermilk. Working in about 4 batches, coat lee...
Ingredients: Vegetable spray, 1/2 cup all purpose flour, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp freshly ground pepper...

French Green Beans with Butter Sauce and Crispy Le                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
For fried leeks, heat 1 inch oil to 350 F. in a heavy pot. Meanwhile, in a bowl, stir flour with 1/4 tsp, each salt and pepper. In another bowl, pour buttermilk. Working in about 4 batches, coat lee...
Ingredients: Vegetable spray, 1/2 cup all purpose flour, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp freshly ground pepper...

Lightened-Up Warm Artichoke and Spinach Dip                             Appetizers / None         
Preheat oven to 400F. Coat 3 or 4 cup baking dish with cooking spray. Dip will keep, covered,in refrigerator for up to 2 days until ready to bake....
Ingredients: Cooking spray, 2 tsp olive oil, 1 cup chopped onion, 2 cloves garlic, minced...

Golden Honey Granola                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
Preheat oven to 350 F.. In a large bowl, toss together one 18-ounce container (6 cups) old-fashioned oats, 8 ounces slices almonds, 1 cup each dried cranberries and chopped dried apricots, 1 cup light...
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Chocolate-Peanut Butter Truffles                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Place 8 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped, in a medium heat safe bow. Set aside. In a medium saucepan over low heat, cook 1 cup heabvy cream until it just begins to boil; then immediately pour o...
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Pigs in Blankets                             Appetizers / None         
Preheat oven to 425 F. On a lightly floured surface, roll 1 sheet thawed frozen puff pastry dough into a 12 - 14 inch rectangle. Cut rectangle in half lengthwise, then cut each half into 3 equal piec...
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Mini Bred Puddings                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Toast 12 slices white bread on 2 baking sheets until slices are dry but not brown, about 15 minutes. flipping after 7 minutes. Cool completely on sheet....
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Caramel Banana Cupcakes                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line 18 cups of 2 standard 12-cup muffin pans with baking liners. In a large bowl, beat 1 stick butter with 1 cup granulated sugar until fluffy, about 4 mins. add 3/4 ...
Ingredients: 3 sticks unsalted butter at room temperature, 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar, 1 cup mashed ripe bananas, 1 1/2 tsp baking powder...

Glazed Chicken w/Porcini & Crisp Potatoes                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Soak porcini in hot water in a small bowl until well softened, 20 to 30 mins. Lift porcini out, squeezing liquid into bowl, then rinse porcini (to remove any grit) and coarsely chop. Strain soaking li...
Ingredients: 2 cups dried porcini mushrooms, 1 1/2 cups boiling-hot water plus 1/4 cup cold water, 1 cup thinly sliced shallots, 1/3 cup olive oil, divided...

Creamed Broccoli w/Parmesan                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Peel broccoli stems, then coarsely chop stems and florets. Cook broccoli in boiling salted water until just tender, 4-6 mins. Drain in a colander and run under cold water to stop cooking....
Ingredients: 1 bunch broccoli (1 1/4 lb), 1 cup heavy cream, 2 garlic cloves, smashed and peeled, 1/4 tsp grated nutmeg...

Juice ginger Special                             Beverages / Gluten-Free         
Fill the glass 1/2 full with ginger ale,then pour in the juice of your choice....
Ingredients: Glass, Spoon, Juice,any kind, ginger ale...

Scalloped Potatoes                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Spray a 3-quart baking dish with cooking spray. In a large pot of boiling water, cook the cauliflower until tender, 8 mins; drain....
Ingredients: Cooking spray, 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets, 1 onion, half chopped and half thinly sliced, 1 cup 2 percent milk...

Gluten Free Mangoade                             Beverages / Gluten-Free         
Combine all ingredients except orange rind in a blender and blend on high speed for about 30 seconds. Strain and pour into a pitcher. Sprinkle with orange rind and serve in 8 ounce tumblers or goblets...
Ingredients: 2 cups ripe mango coarsely chopped, 1/4 cup sugar, or to taste, 2 cups orange juice, 1/4 cup lime or lemon juice...

Pulled Pork and Bisquits                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Trim 7 pound pork shoulder roast of any excess skin and fat. In a smal bowl, combine 3 Tbspns chili powder, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp freshly ground pepper and rub mixture all over pork roast until t...
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Cranberry-Streusel Corn Muffins                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
Preheat oven to 400F. Line three 6-cup muffin tins with paper liners; set aside. For streusel topping; In a bowl, mix 6 Tbspns all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup light brown sugar, and 1/4 tsp allspice. Cut ...
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Cranberry-Streusel Corn Muffins                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
Preheat oven to 400F. Line three 6-cup muffin tins with paper liners; set aside. For streusel topping; In a bowl, mix 6 Tbspns all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup light brown sugar, and 1/4 tsp allspice. Cut ...
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Salami-Garlic Knots                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Grease a baking sheet. In a bowl, mix the salami, garlic and jalapeno....
Ingredients: 2 oz salami, finely chopped, 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped, 1 medium jalapeno chile, seeded and finely chopped, One 13.8 oz tube refrigerated pizza dough...

Spring Noodle Stir-Fry with Asparagus & Walnuts                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp sesame oil, the vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, ginger and crushed red pepper....
Ingredients: 1/4 cup dark sesame oil, 2 1/2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 1/2 tbsp finely chopped garlic...

Vanilla Caramels                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
Line an 8-inch-square pan with foil and generously brush with vegetable oil. Set aside. In a medium saucepan over high heat, cook sugar, without stirring, until it begins to melt and bubble. Using...
Ingredients: Vegetagble oil, for greasing, 1 cup sugar, 1 cup heavy cream, 1/2 cup unsalted butter...

Crisco Roasted Potatoes w/Rosemary                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Heat oven to 425 degrees....
Ingredients: Crisco Olive Oil No-Stick Cooking Spray, 3 tbsp Crisco Light Olive Oil, 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 1/2 tsp garlic powder...

Pork, Mushroom, and Snow-Pea Stir-Fry                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Toss pork with cornstarch and 1 tsp salt. Heat 2 tbsp oil in a wok or 12-inch heavy skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers. Stir-fry pork until pale golden and almost cooked through, about 4 ...
Ingredients: 1 lb pork tenderloin, trimmed and very thinly sliced crosswise, 2 tsp cornstarch, 4 tbsp vegetable oil, divided, 1/2 lb snow peas, strings removed...

Steak and Vegetable Soup                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Pat steak dry. Heat oil in a 4-5 quart heavy pot over mdium-high heat until it shimmers. Cook steak until browned on all sides and medium-rare, about 3 mins, then transfer to a plate....
Ingredients: 1/2 lb boneless top loin steak (New York Strip), trimmed of excess fat and cut into 1-inch pieces, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 medium onion, chopped, 2 carrots, thinly sliced...

Beer Braised Beef & Onions                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Halve onions lengthwise, then slice lengthwise 1/4 inch thick. Pat beef dry and season all over with 2 1/2 tsp salt and 1 tsp pepper. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a wide 5-6 qt heavy pot over medium-high heat u...
Ingredients: 3 lb onions, 1 (5-lb) boneless beef chuck roast, tied, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, divided, 2 Turkish bay leaves or 1 California...

Tiny Dumplings with Dill                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Bring a 6qt pot of salted water to a simmer. Meanwhile, whisk together flour, dill, 2 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp pepper in a large bowl....
Ingredients: 4 cups all-purpose flour, 3 tbsp chopped dill, 5 large eggs, 1 1/4 cups water...