Recipe                        Category / Subcategory

Crunchy Snack Mix                             Desserts - Breads / None         
On low heat, melt butter and brown sugar. Cook and stir until sugar is dissolved....
Ingredients: 1 cup butter, 1 cup brown sugar, 6 cups Crispex Cereal, 2 cups Cheerios...

Fruit Slush                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
Mix all of the ingredients together until the sugar dissolves....
Ingredients: 1 large can crushed pineapple with juice, 1 small can frozen orange juice, 1 large can raspberry lemonade, 2 large cartons frozen strawberries in sugar...

Pineapple Sauce                             Sauces / Holiday Dish         
Mix the dry ingredients throroughly....
Ingredients: 1 cup brown sugar, 1 Tablespoon Corn Starch, 1/4 Teaspoon Salt, 8 1/2-oz. can crushed pineapple with syrup...

CHICKEN DIVAN                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
MIX CHICKEN WITH THAWED BROCCOLI IN GREASED CASSEROLE/BAKING DISH...
Ingredients: 1 LB COOKED AND CUBED CHICKEN, 8 OZ FROZEN BROCCOLI, 1 CAN CREAM OF CHICKEN SOUP, 4 OZ VELVETTA CHEESE...

SWISS STEAK                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
IN PRESSURE COOKER, BROWN THE ROUND STEAK IN 1 TEASPOON OF COOKING OIL. SALT AND PEPPER TO TASTE...
Ingredients: 3-4 LB ROUND STEAK, 1 CAN FRENCH ONION SOUP, 1 LARGE ONION (CHOPPED), 1 CUP WATER...

Broccoli Salad                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Combine broccoli, grapes, celery, onions and bacon....
Ingredients: 1 bunch broccoli, cut-up, stems and tops, 1/2 pound bacon (cook until crisp, cool and crumble), 1 cup almonds, toasted, 2 cups seedless red grapes, cut into 1/2...

Orange Tapioca Salad                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
In a saucepan, bring water and/or juice to a boil. Whisk in gelatin and pudding mixes. Return to a boil, stirring constantly; boil for 1 minute....
Ingredients: 3 cups liquid (water and/or juice from fruit), 1 pkg (3 oz) orange gelatin, 1 pkg (3 oz) vanilla pudding mix, 1 pkg (3 oz) tapioca pudding mix...

Wild Rice Soup                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Boil rice in 3 cups of water for 30 minutes. Don't drain....
Ingredients: 1/2 cup Wild Rice (boil), 1/2 pound bacon pieces, 1 large onion, 4 stalks of celery...

Egg Bake                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
Lay croutons in bottom of pan. Cover with cheese....
Ingredients: 4 cups Croutons, 2 cups Cheddar Cheese, 10 Eggs slightly beaten, 4 cups milk...

Old Fashioned Sour Cream Cookies                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Mix shortenig, sugar, egg and vanilla thoroughly. Measure flour by dipping method or by sifting. Blend dry ingredients, add to sugar mixture alternately with sour cream....
Ingredients: 1/2 cup shortening or margarine, 1 cup sugar, 1 egg, 1 tsp. vanilla...

Spicy Thai Coconut Shrimp                             Entrees - Maindishes / Low-fat         
Cook rice according to package directions, omitting salt and fat....
Ingredients: 2 Cups of uncooked rice, 1 1/2 tablespoons water, 1 1/2 teaspoons red curry paste or chile paste w/ garlic, 1 1/2 pounds medium shrimp...

Bell Pepper Feta Pasta Toss                             Entrees - Maindishes / Low-fat         
Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting slat and fat....
Ingredients: 6 ounces uncooked linguine, 1 large yellow or red bell pepper cut into strips, 1 1/4 quarted cherry tomatoes, 3/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley...

Provencale Chicken Supper                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Place chicken in an electric slow cooker; sprinkle with basil, salt, and black pepper....
Ingredients: 4 (6 ounce) skinless chickn breast halves, 2 teasponns dried basil, 1/8 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon black pepper...

white sauce                             Sauces / None         
Melt butter in a saucepan over low heat; stir in flour. Stir and cook for about 2 minutes. Do not brown. Gradually stir in milk and continue cooking over low heat, stirring constantly, until sauce...
Ingredients: • 2 tbsp butter, • 2 tbsp flour, • 1/4 tsp salt, • 1 cup milk...

Worms in Dirt Pudding                             Desserts - Breads / None         
In food processor, blender, or chopper, process cookies until finely crushed. In a large mixing bowl beat cream cheese, butter, and sugar....
Ingredients: 28 cream-filled chocolate sandwich cookies, 1 pkg. (8 oz) cream cheese, softened, 1/4 c. butter or margarine, softened, 1 c. confectioners (powdered) sugar...

Collette's Snow White Cake                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F., & Prep baking pans. In large bowl cream shortening until light, slowly adding sugar, & beat until fluffy. Add vanilla. Sift together dry ingredients together in smalle...
Ingredients: 3/4 c shortening, 1 1/2 c sugar, 2t vanilla ext., 2 3/4 c cake flour...

Cheesy Beer Pasta                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Cook and drain the pasta as usual. (I like the garden-variety pasta for this. It's more colourful and I like the flavour)...
Ingredients: Pasta (Not of the spaghetti variety), Beer/Ale (Flat is Fine!!!), Cheese (Provolone, Mozzerella, Cheddar), Garlic Powder...

Banana Bread                             Desserts - Breads / None         
350 degrees preheat. Grease 9x5 inch loaf pan. In large bowl, stir together the melted butter and sugar. Add eggs and vanilla, mix well. Combine dry ingredients, mix into liquid until smooth. Fold i...
Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter, 1 cup white sugar, 2 eggs, 1 tsp. vanilla extract...

Old Order Amish Bread                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Mix yeast and warm water till combined. Add in 2 cups flour, remaining dry ingredients and oil, mix well. Stir with wooden spoon or in stand mixer. Do not use metal bowl or spoon. Once blended, ad...
Ingredients: 5-6 cups bread flour, 1/4 cup canola oil, 1 pkg. (non-fast active) dry yeast, 1/3 cup white sugar...

Banana Bread                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Cream shortening, sugars together; add eggs then bananas. ...
Ingredients: 1 cup shortening, 1 cup white sugar, 1 cup brown sugar, 4 eggs...

Pumpkin Bread                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Mix ingredients all together. Pour into loaf pan sprayed with non stick spray. Bake for 1 hour at 325....
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups sugar, 1 3/4 cups flour, 2 eggs, 1 tsp soda...

Fluffy Waffles                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
In a large mixing bowl stir together flour, baking powder and salt....
Ingredients: 1 3/4 cups flour, 1 3/4 cups milk, 1 Tbsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp salt...

Joe's Quickie Gumbo                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
In large heavy pan heat oil and saute onions and garlic until softened. Add gumbo soup, chicken broth, tomatoes, water, green peppers, chicken, peperoni and okra. Simmer 5 minutes. Add seasonin...
Ingredients: 2 cans Campbell's Chicken gumbo soup, 1 1/2 cups chicken broth, 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatos (prefer 2 X) , 1 cup water...

Chunky Chicken Pasta                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Bring a large pot of water to boil and add salt and pasta. Cook according to package directions until al dente....
Ingredients: 8 oz penne pasta, 1 Tbsp salt, 1 Lb boneless skinless chicken breast, 3 Tbsp olive oil...

Grandma's Apple Bars                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Mix as for pie crust flour, salt, shortening and egg yolk with milk. Roll out 1/2 of the crust mixture and place in jelly roll pan. Place a thin layer of crushed corn flakes over the bottom of th...
Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups flour, 1 cup shortening, 1 egg yolk and enough milk to make 2/3 cup, 1 tsp salt...

Peanut Blossoms                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Cream butter, peanut butter, sugar and brown sugar. Add eggs and vanilla. Beat all together and add flour, soda and salt....
Ingredients: 2 cups butter, 1 1/3 cups peanut butter, 2 cups sugar, 2 cups brown sugar...

Raspberry Cookies                             Desserts - Breads / None         
chop 4 oz baking bar, set aside. (I use electric chopper)...
Ingredients: 8 oz white baking bar, 1/2 cup butter, 1 cup sugar, 1 tsp baking soda...

Cajun Seasoning                             Sauces / None         
Combine ingredients well. Place in an air tight container and store in a cool dry place. Use in your favorite recipes. Very good in alfredo sauce or on chicken....
Ingredients: 2 tsp cayenne pepper, 1 1/2 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp paprika...

Strawberry Glaze Pie                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Prepare pie crust, sift all dry ingredients for pie shell together. Add liquids, mix together and press into 9 inch pie pan. Prick well. Bake at 375 for 18-20 minutes. Remove from oven....
Ingredients: 1 cup sugar, 3 Tbsp cornstarch, 1 cup water, 3 Tbsp strawberry jello (orange jello)...

Easy Alfredo                             Sauces / None         
Heat half and half in sauce pan (or Microwave). In seperate pan melt 3 Tbsp butter and add flour, garlic powder and mix well. Add heated milk, simmer until thickened (3 minutes- sometimes takes l...
Ingredients: 4 1/2 Tbsp butter, 2 1/2 Tbsp flour, 1/4 tsp garlic powder, 5 shakes hot pepper sauce (I use more)...

Soft Smokey Cheese Ball                             Appetizers / None         
In a 1 1/2 quart glass bowl, microwave Cheez Whiz 1 minute on high. Add cream cheese and cook 1 to 1 1/2 minutes more. Add Worcestershire and smoke flavor and mix well. Stir in cheddar cheese and chil...
Ingredients: 3/4 cup Cheez Whiz, 6 oz. cream cheese, 1 t. Worcestershire sauce, 1/8 t. smoke flavor or more to taste...

JIM'S E-Z STEW                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Fry the bacon in a stew pot. Remove, drain on a paper towel and crumble. Brown the beef in the bacon fat. Add other ingredients except for broth and flour and cook 5 minutes. Sprinkle on the flour...
Ingredients: 2 strips bacon, 1 pound beef chuck, bite-size cubed, 1 cup onion, roughly cut, 1 cup potato, peeled and cubed...

Chile Pesto                             Sauces / None         
Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray and place over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring often, until soft, about 2 minutes. Add garlic; cook, stirring constantly, for 20 seconds more...
Ingredients: 1/4 cup chopped red onion , 1 large clove garlic, minced , 4 dried New Mexico chiles, (see Ingredient note), stemmed, seeded and broken into 2 inch pieces , 3/4 cup water ...

Garlic-Chile Flank Steak                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
1.Whisk garlic, vinegar, oil, ground chile, oregano, cumin and salt in a small bowl. Place steak in a shallow baking dish and pour marinade over it, turning to coat both sides. Cover and refrigerate f...
Ingredients: 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1/4 cup white vinegar, 2 tablespoons canola oil, 2 teaspoons ground ancho chile pepper, (see Ingredient note)...

Garlic-Tomato Toasts                             Appetizers / None         
1.Grill or toast bread. Rub one side of the toasted bread with the cut-side of a garlic clove half and drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil. Rub with the cut-side of a tomato half. Sprinkle with kosher...
Ingredients: 2 slices whole-wheat country bread, 1 small clove garlic, cut in half, 1/2 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil, 1 small plum tomato, cut in half...

Garlic Lover's Rub                             Sauces / Low-carb         
1.Combine garlic, oil, mustard, salt, pepper and lemon zest in a small bowl. Using your hands, spread the rub evenly onto 1 1/2 pounds (6 servings) of your chosen protein just before grilling....
Ingredients: 8 cloves garlic, minced, 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, 2 teaspoons stone-ground mustard, 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt...

Garlicky Green Beans                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / Low-carb         
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Place a large bowl of ice water next to the stove....
Ingredients: 2 pounds green beans, trimmed, 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 3 tablespoons minced garlic, 3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley...

Roasting Garlic                             Sauces / None         
Preheat oven to 350°F. Place each head of garlic on a piece of foil, drizzle with 1 teaspoon oil and wrap into a package. Place the packages directly on the oven rack and roast until cloves are soft, ...
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Loaded Twice-Baked Potatoes                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Pierce potatoes all over with a fork. Place in the microwave and cook on Medium, turning once or twice, until the potatoes are soft, about 20 minutes. (Or use the “potato setting” on your microwave an...
Ingredients: 4 medium russet potatoes, 8 ounces 90%-lean ground beef, (see Variation), 1 cup broccoli florets, finely chopped, 1 cup water...

Salt & Vinegar Roasted Potatoes                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / Low-fat         
Preheat oven to 450ºF and place a rack in the upper third of the oven....
Ingredients: 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch chunks, 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, White vinegar to taste...

Parmesan Potato Skin Chips                             Appetizers / None         
Preheat oven to 400°F. Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray....
Ingredients: 5 large russet potatoes, 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, 1/4 teaspoon salt...

Mini Mushroom-&-Sausage Quiches                             Breakfast - Brunch / Low-carb         
Position rack in center of oven; preheat to 325°F. Coat a nonstick muffin tin generously with cooking spray (see Tip). Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add sausage and cook unti...
Ingredients: 8 ounces turkey breakfast sausage, removed from casing and crumbled into small pieces, 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil, 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced, 1/4 cup sliced scallions...

Citrus Berry Smoothie                             Breakfast - Brunch / Low-fat         
Place berries, yogurt, orange juice, dry milk, wheat germ, honey and vanilla in a blender and blend until smooth....
Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups fresh berries, 3/4 cup low-fat plain yogurt, 1/2 cup orange juice, 2 tablespoons nonfat dry milk...

Savory Breakfast Muffins                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
Preheat oven to 400°F. Coat 12 muffin cups with cooking spray. Combine whole-wheat flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, pepper and salt in a large bowl....
Ingredients: 2 cups whole-wheat flour, 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda...

Canadian Bacon & Scallion Mini Quiches                             Breakfast - Brunch / Low-carb         
Preheat oven to 350°F. Coat 12 nonstick (1/2-cup) muffin cups with cooking spray (see Tip). Whisk eggs, egg whites and buttermilk (or milk) in a large bowl. Stir in scallions, cheese, bacon and 1/2...
Ingredients: 5 eggs, 3 egg whites, 1 cup low-fat buttermilk, or low-fat milk, 1 bunch scallions, sliced...

Rice Pilaf                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / Low-fat         
1.Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring, until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add rice and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add broth and bring to a boil. Cover tightly ...
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 small onion, chopped, 1 cup long-grain rice, 2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth...

Spicy Rice                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Heat oil in a 4-quart saucepan over medium-high heat. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Add chicken and sauté until flesh is opaque, about 3 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside. ...
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon canola oil, 3 cloves garlic, minced, 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, trimmed and cut into 1-inch chunks, 5 scallions, trimmed and chopped...

Lemon-Garlic Roast Turkey & White-Wine Gravy                             Entrees - Maindishes / Holiday Dish         
1.Crush 6 cloves garlic and add to a very large stockpot (or clean bucket). Stir in lemon juice, Worcestershire, salt and 4 quarts cold water. 2.Remove giblets from turkey (if included) and trim exce...
Ingredients: 10 cloves garlic, divided, 1/2 cup lemon juice, 1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce, 1/2 cup kosher salt...

Roasted Pumpkin-Apple Soup                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / Holiday Dish         
1.Preheat oven to 450°F. 2.Toss pumpkin (or squash), apples, olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt and pepper in a large bowl. Spread evenly on a large rimmed baking sheet. Roast, stirring once, for 30 minutes....
Ingredients: 4 pounds pie pumpkin or butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cut into 2-inch chunks (see Tip), 4 large sweet-tart apples, such as Empire, Cameo or Braeburn, unpeeled, cored and cut into eighths , 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil , 1 1/4 teaspoons salt, divided...

Savory Pumpkin Cheese Spread                             Appetizers / None         
In small skillet, melt butter. Saute pecans 1 minute until golden brown. Set aside. ...
Ingredients: 1 Tbls. unsalted butter, 1/2 c chopped pecans, 12 oz softened cream cheese, 1 1/2 c. shredded sharp cheddar cheese (6 oz.)...

Fresh Fruit with Lemon-Mint Cream                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Whisk yogurt, sour cream, sugar, lemon juice and mint until the sugar dissolves. Chill, covered, for 1 hour. Divide raspberries (or other fruit) between 2 bowls and top with the lemon-mint cream....
Ingredients: 3/4 cup nonfat plain yogurt, 1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream, 1/4 cup sugar, 3 tablespoons lemon juice...

Mango-Passion Fruit Smoothie                             Beverages / Low-fat         
Combine mango, yogurt, 1/3 cup juice concentrate, water and crushed ice in a blender; cover and blend until smooth and frothy. Add more concentrate, if desired. Serve immediately....
Ingredients: 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced (1 cup), 2/3 cup nonfat vanilla yogurt, 1/3-1/2 cup frozen passion fruit juice concentrate, 1/4 cup water...

Original NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Chocolate Chip Cookie                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Preheat oven to 375°. With a blender, cream butter and vanilla. Add sugar, brown sugar, salt and eggs until blended and lumpy (not smooth). Combine flour and baking soda in seperate bowl. Fold by hand...
Ingredients: (2) 1/4 Cups Flour, (1) tsp. Baking Soda, (1) tsp. Salt, (1) Cup Butter, Soft but not too soft...

Breakfast Casserole                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
Finely dice half of the onion, and also half of the green peper. Set aside...
Ingredients: Sage Sausage (any flavor), Eggs, Bread, Cheese (Shreaded Chedder works well, if you want to be adventurours try using Colby Jack cheese)....

Cheesy Chicken Italiano                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Cook pasta. Heat a large skillet sprayed with cooking spray over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook for 2 min on each side. Add sauce; cover and simmer over low heat for 10 min or until chicken is co...
Ingredients: 3 c rotini pasta (1/2 lb), 4 small boneless skinless chicken breast halves (1 lb), 1 jar (14 oz) spaghetti sauce, 6 oz velveeta, cubed...

Pepper & Pineapple Pork Stew                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Brown pork cubes in hot skillet, if desired (optional). Mix pork, carrots, broth and teriyaki in 3 1/2-quart slow cooker; cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours. Mix cornstarch with reserved pineapple ju...
Ingredients: 4 top loin pork chops, cut into 1-inch cubes, 4 carrots, sliced, 1/2 c chicken broth, 3 Tbl teriyaki sauce...

Peppermint Candy Spritz                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Heat over to 400 degrees. Combine all cookie ingredients except flour in large bowl. Beat at medium speed until creamy. Reduce speed to low; add flour. Beat, scraping bowl often, until well mixed. If ...
Ingredients: Cookie-, 1 c butter, softened, 2/3 c sugar, 1 egg...

Bourbon Fudge Brownies                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Bring bourbon to a boil in a small saucepan; remove from heat. Add chocolate chips, stirring until smooth....
Ingredients: 1/4 c bourbon, 1/4 c semisweet chocolate chips, 1 1/2 c all-purpose flour, 1/2 c unsweetened cocoa...

Taco Dip                             Appetizers / None         
Mix together refried beans and salsa to taste. Spread mixture on the bottom of a pan (9x9 glass cake pan or other)....
Ingredients: 1 Can Refried Beans - Salsa, 1 C Sour Cream - Taco Seasoning, Tomatoes, Chopped, Sliced Black Olives...

Lentil Soup                              Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Cook onion & garlic in olive oil for 1 min. Season w/ salt & pepper. Cook stirring for 1 min. Add dry ingredients along w/ 3 1/2 c. water or soup broth. Bring to boil. lower heat & simmer partially ...
Ingredients: 2 Tbsp. olive oil, 1 med. onion finely chopped, 2 garlic cloves minced, Salt & pepper...

Escarole/ meatball                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
In pan put olive oil, add smashed garlic sautee spinach and mustard leaves... add in meatballs and let it all cook together......
Ingredients: mustard leaves, spinach, olive oil, garlic...

Large Batch Roll-Out Cookies                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Preheat oven to 375 F. Cream butter and sugar together, then add eggs and flavoring, beat until fluffy. Sift dry ingredients together and add alternately to creamed mixture with milk. If mixture is to...
Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups butter , 2 cups sugar , 2 eggs , 1 teaspoon No Color Almond Flavor or pure vanilla extract ...

Classic Spritz Cookies                              Desserts - Breads / None         
Preheat oven to 350 F. In bowl, combine flour and baking powder. In large bowl, beat butter and sugar with electric mixer until light and fluffy. Add egg, milk, vanilla and almond extract; mix wel...
Ingredients: 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour , 1 teaspoon baking powder , 1 1/2 cups butter softened, 1 cup granulated sugar ...

Spicy Chicken                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
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Ingredients: 3 Chicken Breasts, 1 Onion, 1 Green Bell Pepper, 2 Carrots...

Chicken and Dumplings                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
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Ingredients: 2 Chicken Breasts, 2 Carrots, 1/2 cup Onion, 1/2 cup Celery...

Mashed Potato Pizza                             Appetizers / None         
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Ingredients: Pillsbury Pizza Crust, Idahoan Garlic Potatoes, 1 cup Shredded Cheese, 4 slices Bacon...

Stroganoff                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
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Ingredients: 1 lb Ground Beef, 1 lb Pasta (Rigatoni), 1 can Cream of Mushroom , 1 can Beef Stock...

Chicken Enchiladas                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
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Ingredients: 3 Chicken Breasts, 10-12 Flour Tortillas, 1 can Tomato Sauce, Enchilada packet ...

Ginger Fried Rice                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / Low-fat         
Heat 1 tps. oil in a wok or large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add eggs and cook, stirring, until scrambled. Transfer to a plate; set aside. Add the remaining 2 tsp. oil to the wok. Add sca...
Ingredients: 3 tsp. peanut oil, divided, 4 large eggs, beaten, 1 bunch scallions, chopped, 2 tbs. minced fresh ginger...

Wild Rice with Shiitakes and Toasted Almonds                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / Low-fat         
Bring broth to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat. Stir in mushrooms and wild rice. Return to a boil. Reduce heat to very low, cover, and simmer until the rice has blossomed and is just tender...
Ingredients: 2 1/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth, 2 cups sliced shiitake mushroom caps or button mushrooms (3 ounces0, 1 cup wild rice, 6 tbs. sliced almonds...

Sweet and Sour Chicken with Brown Rice                             Entrees - Maindishes / Low-fat         
Prepare rice according to the package direction....
Ingredients: 2 cups instant brown rice, 1/4 cup seasoned rice vinegar, 2 tbs. reduced-sodium soy sauce, 2 tbs. cornstarch...

Grandma's Chili Recipe                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Brown the ground beef, set aside. In a blender add 2 of the 4 cans of Mexican style stewed tomatoes, you can do more depending on how thick you want your chili, and blend for a few seconds. Then pou...
Ingredients: 1 lb. ground beef, browned, 1 medium onion, diced, 4 (14 3/4 oz.) cans Mexican style stewed tomatoes, 1 (28 oz.) can red kidney beans, drained...

Family Meatloaf                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. In a large bowl combine ground beef, diced onion, Italian bread crumbs, eggs and about 1/4 c. ketsup, until combined well....
Ingredients: 1 - 1 1/2 lbs. ground beef, 1 medium onion, diced, ketsup, 1 - 1 1/2 c. Italian bread crumbs...

Crockpot Lasagna                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Brown ground beef, and italian sausage, if sausage is in a casing remove from casing. In a crockpot set to low pour in enough spaghetti sauce to cover the bottom of the crockpot. Add uncooked noodle...
Ingredients: 6-8 uncooked lasagna noodles, 2-3 (36 oz.) jars of your favorite spagetti sauce, 15 oz. ricotta cheese, I never use even 1/4 of this, 1-2 lb. shredded mozzerella cheese...

Apple Monsters                             Appetizers / Kids         
cut apples into halves, then quarters. Remove core pieces. Take the crinkle cutter if available and cut the quarter pieces in half....
Ingredients: 4 green or speckled red apples (whatever you like best), peanut or other nut butter, slivered almonds, chocolate chips...

Classic Spritz Cookies (Butter Cookies)                             Desserts - Breads / Holiday Dish         
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Thoroughly cream butter and sugar. Add egg, milk, vanilla and almond extract; beat well. Stir together flour and baking powder; gradually add to creamed mixture, mixi...
Ingredients: 1 1/2 c. butter, not margarine, 1 c. granulated sugar, 1 egg, 2 Tbsp. milk (2% or whole milk for best results)...

Best Pumpkin Roll Ever!!                             Desserts - Breads / Holiday Dish         
FOR CAKE- PREHEAT oven to 375 degrees F. Grease 15x10-inch jelly-roll pan; line with wax paper. Grease and flour paper. Sprinkle a thin, cotton kitchen towel (I use paper towels) with powdered suga...
Ingredients: CAKE-, powdered sugar, 3/4 c. all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp. baking powder...

Apple-Orange Cranberry Sauce                             Sauces / Holiday Dish         
Ever since I was introduced to this recipe I use no other cranberry sauce at the holidays, and it's a huge hit with everyone, even the kids....
Ingredients: 1/2 orange, 2 c. water, 1 tart apple, such as Granny Smith, pippin or McIntosh, 3 c. fresh cranberries...

Sweet and Sour Sauce                             Sauces / None         
In a small bowl mix cornstarch with 1/4c. water, set aside. In a saucepan put first 5 ingredients and bring to a boil. Add cornstarch mixture. Simmer 1 minute to cook the cornstarch, keep simmering...
Ingredients: 1/2 c. ketsup, 3/4 c. water, 1/2 c. white vinegar, 1 3/4 c. sugar...

Barbecue Pulled Chicken                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Stir tomato sauce, chiles, vinegar, honey, paprika, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, ground chipotle and salt in a large slow cooker until smooth. Add chicken, onion and garlic; stir to c...
Ingredients: 1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce, 1 (4 oz.) can chopped green chiles, 3 Tbsp. cider vinegar, 2 Tbsp. honey...

Scary Brittle Bones (Meringue Bones)                             Desserts - Breads / Kids         
PREHEAT oven to 200 degrees F. Line cookie sheet with brown paper bag or parchment, they work equally well. In a medium sized bowl at high speed, beat egg whites, cream of tartar and salt until fluf...
Ingredients: 3 large egg whites, 1/4 tsp. cream of tartar, 1/8 tsp. salt, 2/3 c. white sugar...

Grandma's Fudge                             Desserts - Breads / Holiday Dish         
PREPARE pan, line an 8x8-inch pan with aluminum foil, across the bottom and up around the sides. Heat sugar, butter and milk to a full rolling boil in 3 qt. pan on medium heat, stirring constantly. ...
Ingredients: 3 c. sugar, 1/2 c. butter, 5 oz. evaporated milk, or 2/3 c., 12 oz. chocolate or peanut butter chips, or 2 c....

Cashew Brittle                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Line a cookie sheet with parchment/wax paper. In a saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the sugar, corn syrup, water and vanilla. Stir until the mixture starts to boil. Cover and boil for 3 minu...
Ingredients: 1 1/2 c. sugar, 3/4 c. light corn syrup, 3 Tbsp. water, 1 tsp. vanilla extract...

Royal Icing                             Desserts - Breads / None         
This is perfect icing for gingerbread house building. It holds awesomly. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, beat the egg whites, confectioners' sugar, cream of tart...
Ingredients: 3 egg whites, at room temperature, 4 1/2 c. confectioners' sugar, 1/2 tsp. cream of tartar, pinch of salt...

Chocolate Chip Cookies                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Heat oven to 375ºF. Stir flour with baking soda and salt; set aside. In large mixing bowl, beat butter with sugar and brown sugar at meduim speed until creamy and lightened in color. Add eggs and ...
Ingredients: 6 oz. semi-sweet chocolate chips, 6 oz. milk chocolate chips, 1 c. butter, softened, 3/4 c. packed brown sugar...

The Best Gingersnap Cookies                             Desserts - Breads / None         
In a bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, nutmeg and salt. Set aside. Using an electric mixer, beat together the butter and 2/3 c. sugar on high speed until light an...
Ingredients: 1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour, 1 1/4 tsp. baking soda, 1 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon, 1/2 tsp. ground ginger...

Beet Apple Soup                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Place the beets in a large heavy pot and cover with the broth and juice. Bring to a boil, reduce and heat, and simmer, partially covered, until tender, about 45 minutes. Transfer the beets to a bowl...
Ingredients: 6 beets, trimmed and scrubbed, 8 C veg. or chicken broth, 2 C apple juice (try no sugar for less sweet soup), 3 Tbls. butter...

Oven-Barbecued Pork Chops                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Preheat oven to 400 degrees...
Ingredients: 1 1/2 - 1 3/4 pounds bone in pork rib chops, trimmed of fat, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, 3 teaspoons canola oil, divided...

Tomato Soup with Orzo & Basil                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Heat oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion and saute until it begins to color, 2 to 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more. Add soup, tomato, orzo and water. Bring to a boil...
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 small onion, finely chopped, 1 clove garlic, finely chopped, 1 10-ounce can condensed tomato soup, preferable low-sodium...

Quick French Onion Soup                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Heat oil in large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add sweet onions and stir to coat. Cover, reduce heat to medium and cook, stirring often, until softened and starting to brown, 6 to 8 minutes. Add...
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, 2 large sweet onions, sliced, 2 cups chopped spring onions, or leeks, whites and green parts only, 2 tablespoons chopped garlic...

Oscar Meyer little weiners                             Appetizers / None         
There are no other directions here, though I assume you just mix them all together and heat to serve?!...
Ingredients: 1/2 c. soy sauce, 1/2 c. dark brown sugar, 1/2 c. rum (can do bourbon), 2 pkgs. weiners...

No Peek Stew                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Put in casserole and mix, sprinkling onion soup mix on top. Cook at 350F for 2-3 hours. No Peeking....
Ingredients: 2 lbs stewing beef, 5 potatoes, peeled & cubed, 4 carrots, peeled & cubed, 1 onion, quartered...

Beer Battered Fish                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Mix dry ingredients. Add beer, then eggs and oil. Dip fish in flour and then batter. Deep fry unitl golden brown....
Ingredients: 1 cup flour, 1 tsp baking soda, 1 tsp salt, 1 tbsp sugar...

Western Dressing for Chicken Monterey                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Mix well with electric mixer. Refrigerate....
Ingredients: 1 cup oil, 1/4 cup cider vinegar, 1/2 cup ketchup, 1 cup sugar...

Chicken Monterey                             Entrees - Maindishes / Grilling         
Use thawed chicken breasts, place them in a small bowl (or ziploc bag), pour western dressing over the chicken breasts. Gently mix with your hand or a spoon to make sure chicen is fully covered with W...
Ingredients: Chicken breast, Western dressing, , ...

Chicken in a Hurry                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Mix ingredients and pour over chicken in a casserole dish. Bake for 1 hour at 350 F or until tender....
Ingredients: 2 1/2 lb. chicken pieces, 1/2 cup ketchup, 1/4 cup water, 1/4 cup brown sugar...

Chicken Stir -Fry                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Heat oil in wok for 1 to 2 minutes. Add ginger and garlic then add cut up chicken to wok. Stir-fry till chicken is cooked. Remove chicken. Add vegetables to wok and stir-fry till partially cooked, 2 t...
Ingredients: 4 Boneless chicken breasts, 4 to 6 cups raw vegetables, i.e. peppers, broccoli, cauliflower, mushrooms, snow peas., 2 Tbsp oil, 1 tbsp ginger...

Kraft Dinner Easy Lasagna                             Entrees - Maindishes / Kids         
Prepare macaroni and cheese as directed on package. Brown beef in fry pan; drain, stir in pasta sauce. Alternately layer in a microwaveable dish the macaroni and cheese, beef mixture and mozzarella ch...
Ingredients: 1 pkg Kraft Dinner macaroni and cheese, 1 lb lean ground beef, 1 cup pasta sauce, 2 cups shredded mozzarella...

Sweet and Sour Ribs or Meatballs                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Brown spareribs in roaster. Mix in a saucepan and heat the ketchup, 1 cup water, vinegar, brown sugar and soya sauce. Thicken with 1/2 cup water mixed with cornstarch. Pour over ribs and bake until te...
Ingredients: Spareribs, 1 cup ketchup, 1 cup water, 3/4 cup vinegar...

Pizza Dough                             Desserts - Breads / None         
In large bowl,combine 2 cups flour, undissolved yeast, and salt. Stir very warm water and olive oil into flour mixture. Stir in enough remaining flour to make soft dough. Knesd on lightly floured surf...
Ingredients: 2 1/2 to 3 cups flour, 1 envelope (2 1/4 tsp) Fleischmann's rapid rise yeast, 3/4 tsp salt, ...

Pizza Sauce                             Sauces / None         
Mince onion and garlic. Saute in olive oil until onion is clear and tender. Add the rest of the ingredietns to skillet and simmer for 15-20 minutes. Makes enough sauce for 2 pizzas. Also makes a nice ...
Ingredients: 1/2 onion, minced, 1 or more cloves garlic, finely minced, 2 tbsp olive or vegetable oil, 1 can tomatoe sauce (16 oz)...

Two - Hour Buns                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Mix yeast wellwith first 4 cups of flour. In a large, lightly greased mixing bowl, place flour and yeast and add remaining ingredients, adding approximately another 3 1/2 to 4 cups flour to form a ...
Ingredients: 4 cups flour, 2 tbsp rapid rise yeast, 3 cups warm water (120 to 130 F)`, 1/3 cup cooking oil...

Buttermilk Waffles                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Add reamining ingredients and mix well. Cook according to directions of your waffle iron....
Ingredients: 1 3/4 cups flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 1 tsp baking soda, 1/2 tsp salt...

Mile High Baking Powder Biscuits                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Mix flour, baking powder, salt and sugar togerther. Cut in shortening and butter. Mix in milk and water. Stir gently until ingredients are just mixed. Do not overmix or biscuits won't rise. Spread dou...
Ingredients: 3 1/2 cups flour, 8 tsp baking powder, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 cup sugar...

No yeast Pizza Dough                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Measure dry ingredients into a mixing bowl. Cut in margarine. Add milk. Stir lightly with a fork. turn out onto floured surface and knead for a few minutes adding flour as needed. roll out on a pizza ...
Ingredients: 2 to 2 1/2 cups flour, 3 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/3 cup margarine...

Pumpkin Bread                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Heat the oven to 350 F. In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin, sugar, water, vegetable oil and eggs. Beat until well mixed. Measure the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, baking powder, nutmeg and gro...
Ingredients: 2 cups canned pumpkin, 3 cups sugar, 1 cup water, 1 cup vegetable oil...

Easy Vanilla Ice Cream                             Desserts - Breads / None         
In a medium bowl, stir everything but together until the sugar is dissolved. Turn your ice cream machine on and add the milk mixture. Freeze according to your machine's directions. ...
Ingredients: 1 cup whole milk, cold, 3/4 cup sugar, 2 cups heavy cream, cold, 1 tablespoon vanilla extract...

Pineapple-Raspberry Parfaits                             Desserts - Breads / Low-fat         
Divide and layer yogurt, raspberries, and pineapple into four glasses....
Ingredients: 2 8-ounce containers (2 cups) nonfat peach yogurt, 1/2 pint fresh raspberries (about 1 1/4 cups), 1 1/2 cups fresh, frozen, or canned pineapple chunks, ...

Cream Cheese and Pesto Stuffed Chicken Breasts                             Entrees - Maindishes / Low-carb         
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Coat a rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray. Combine cream cheese, pesto, and pepper in a small bowl with a fork....
Ingredients: 2 tbs. reduced-fat cream cheese, 1 tbs. basil pesto, Freshly ground pepper to taste, 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (1 to 1-1/4 lbs. total)...

Blueberries with Lemon Cream                             Desserts - Breads / Low-carb         
Using a fork, break up cream cheese in a medium bowl. Drain off any liquid from the yogurt; add yogurt to to bowl along with honey. Using an electric mixer, beat at high speed until light and creamy. ...
Ingredients: 4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, 3/4 cup low-fat vanilla or lemon yogurt, 1 tsp. honey, 2 tsp. freshly grated lemon zest...

Rigatoni and Spicy Sausage Casserole                             Entrees - Maindishes / Low-fat         
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Coat a 3 quart shallow baking dish with cooking spray. Put a large pot of water on to boil. Crumble sausage into a large nonstick skillet(discard casing) and cook over m...
Ingredients: 4 ounces hot Italian sausage (2 llinks), 1 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil, 1 large onion, chopped, 3 cloves garlic, very finely chopped...

Jimmo's Chicken and Okra                             Entrees - Maindishes / Low-fat         
Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and corn and cook, stirring often, until lightly browned and softened, about 4 minutes. Add chicken and cook, stirring often, unt...
Ingredients: 1 tbs. extra-virgin olive oil, 1 medium onion, chopped, 1/2 cup frozen corn kernels, 8 ounces boneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed of fat and cut int o1-inch chunks...

Glazed Carrots with Currants                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / Low-carb         
Heat oil in a large deep saute pan or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add cumin seeds; cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add carrots, salt and cayenne and cook, stirring, for 3 minutes. A...
Ingredients: 1/2 tbs. extra-virgin olive oil, 1 tsp. cumin seeds, 3 lbs. carrots of similar size, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch thick diogonal slices, 1/2 tsp. salt...

Red Potato Colcannon                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / Low-carb         
Bring 1 inch of water to a boil in a Dutch oven. Place potatoes in a steamer basket and steam, covered, until just cooked through, about 15 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl and cover to keep warm....
Ingredients: 1 lb. small red potatoes, scrubbed and cut in half, 1 tbs. butter, 1/2 cup thinly sliced onion, 6 cups thinly sliced green cabbage (about 1/2 head)...

Chicken Honey Nut Stir Fry                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Heat 1 tsp. of the oil in a wok over high heat. Add the celery and stir fry for 3 minutes. Remove the celery from the pan. Add the carrots and stir fry for 5 minutes. Add remaining 2 tsp. oil, then ad...
Ingredients: 3 tsp. peanut oil, 2 stalks celery, chopped, 2 carrots, peeled and diagonally sliced, 1 lbs. skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into strips...

Lemon Bread                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Whisk together flour, salt, and baking powder....
Ingredients: 6 tbs. shortening, 1 cup white sugar, 2 eggs, 1/2 cup milk...

Aromatic Rice Pudding                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Stir pine nuts, raisins and lemon zest into rice pudding....
Ingredients: 2 tbs. pine nuts, 2 tbs. golden raisins, 1 tsp. freshly grated lemon zest, 2 cups prepared rice pudding...

White Chili                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / Low-fat         
Heat oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in chiles, oregano, cumin and cayenne. Cook, stirring occasio...
Ingredients: 1 tbs. canola oil , 1 1/2 cups chopped onion, 2 4-ounce cans chopped green chiles, 1 tsp. dried oregano...

Chocolate Fondue                             Sauces / None         
Place chocolate, cream, espresso, vanilla and salt in a medium microwave-safe bowl; mocrowave on medium, stirring every 20 seconds, until melted, 1 to 2 minutes....
Ingredients: 3 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped, 2 tbs. heavy cream, 2 tbs. brewed espresso (see Kitchen Tip), 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract...

Lemony Carrot Salad                             Appetizers / Low-carb         
Whisk lemon juice, oil, garlic, salt, and pepper to taste in a medium bowl. Add carrots, dill and scallion; toss to coat....
Ingredients: 1 tbs. lemon juice, 1 tbs. extra-virgin olive oil, 1/2 small clove garlic, minced, 1/8 tsp. salt...

Long Island Ice Tea                             Beverages / Gameday-Tailgate         
Pour the Vodka,Rum, Gin, Tequila, and Triple Sec in a shaker with ice....
Ingredients: 1/2 oz Tequila Gold, 1/2 oz Light Rum, 1/2 oz Vodka, 1/2 oz Gin...

Beer Meatballs                              Appetizers / None         
Mix all together in crockpot....
Ingredients: 16 oz beer, 2 big spoonfuls of grape jelly, BIG bottle of ketchup, 72 frozen meatballs...

Turkey Meatloaf                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Mix together all ingredients except the cream of mushroom. Place in 2 large loaf pans and cook at 350 for 45 minutes....
Ingredients: 2-3 lbs ground turkey, 3 eggs, slightly beaten, 1 medium red onion, chopped, 1 medium bell pepper, chopped...

Honey Crunch Chicken                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Preheat oven to 350....
Ingredients: 4 bonless, skinless chicken breasts, Grape Nuts cereal, 4 Tbls fat free mayonnaise, 4 Tbls honey...

Big Dog Kahlua                             Beverages / None         
Mix water, sugar and instant coffee. Simmer until sugar is dissolved. Cool completely. Stir in in Vanilla and Vodka and pour into a dark bottle to age. ...
Ingredients: 2 C Sugar, 2 C Water, 3 TBS Instant Coffee (pick something that tastes decent!), 1 Vanilla Bean or 1 TBS Vanilla Extract (preferably real)...

3 minute No Bake Chocolate Cookies                             Desserts - Breads / None         
in large saucepan, combine sugar, butter, milk, and cocoa. Bring to boil, over medium heat, stirring freaquently. Continue boiling 3 minutes,stirring frequently....
Ingredients: 2 cups sugar, 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, 1/2 cup milk, 1/3 cup baking cocoa...

Baked Mini Corn Dogs                             Appetizers / None         
Warm the milk to about 110 degrees in a saucepan; pour into a medium bowl. Sprinkle in the yeast and let soften for about 2 min. Stir in the olive oil, brown sugar and cornmeal with a wooden spoon. Ad...
Ingredients: 1 c milk, 1 pkg active dry yeast, 2 Tbl extra virgin olive oil, plus more for greasing, 2 Tbl packed light brown sugar...

Deep-Fried Green Beans                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Toss green beans with salt, cayenne pepper and buttermilk; soak for 15 min. Season cornmeal with salt & cayenne. Dredge the green beans in the cornmeal, then deep-fry in 375 degree vegetable oil until...
Ingredients: 1 lb cooked or raw green beans, 1 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper, 1 c buttermilk...

Macaroni and Cheese                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Pre heat oven 375 degrees. Spray 2 1/2 Quart baking dish, set aside. Cook macaroni drain, set aside. Melt butter in large saucepan. Add salt and pepper, and flour, stir till smooth. Slowly add milk...
Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter (1/2 stick), 1/4 cup flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper...

Sweet Spiced Nuts                             Appetizers / None         
Preheat oven to 275 degrees. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper....
Ingredients: 1 large egg white, 2/3 c sugar, 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt, 1 tsp pumpkin pie or chai spice blend...

Sausage with Broccoli & Cheese                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Heat a large non-stick skiller over medium-high heat for 3 min. Add sausage; cook sausage 1 to 2 min per side or until lightly browned....
Ingredients: 1 pkg smoked sausage, cut diagonally into 1-inch pieces, 2 medium red or yellow bell peppers, cut into chunks, 8 oz velveeta, cut into 1/2-in cubes, 1/4 c milk...

Mediterranean Style Burger with Caper Yogurt Sauce                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Preheat a grill or grill pan on medium high heat. Rub the portobellos lightly with the olive oil and season with black pepper. Place on the grill and cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side or unti...
Ingredients: 8 portobello mushrooms, stemmed and cleaned, 1 tablespoons olive oil, 20 ounces 1% extra lean ground turkey, 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped...

Homemade Chip Dip                             Appetizers / None         
Cream the Cream Cheese with the milk and green onion. Add enough milk so that it is the consistency of chip dip. Add a dash of salt....
Ingredients: 250 g Cream Cheese, Softened, 3/4 cup finely sliced green onion, milk, dash of salt...

Chicken Stew with Balsamic Roasted Veggies                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Spray a large roasting pan with cooking spray. Add potatoes, carrots, onion, vinegar, oil, garlic, 1 tsp thyme, 1 tsp rosemary, tarragon, salt and pepper. Mix well. Roast, uncovered, at 425 degrees fo...
Ingredients: 4 c unpeeled, cubed red potatoes (3/4-in cubes), 2 c whole baby carrots, 1 c coarsely chopped red onion, 2 Tbl balsamic vinegar...

Japanese Chicken                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Whip 4 to 6 eggs. Dip chicken in eggs, then roll in flour. place vegetable oil in frying pan and heat. Fry the chicken in the oil until golden brown. Place chicken in an oven safe pan with sides...
Ingredients: 4 to 6 eggs, whipped, flour, Chicken breast cut into 2 inch strips, ...

Speed Jambalaya                             Entrees - Maindishes / Quick Meals         
Cook rice according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onion and peppers in oil for 4 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the tomatoes, bay leaves, salt, pap...
Ingredients: 1 1/3 c. uncooked long grain rice, 1 large onion, halved and sliced, 1 medium green pepper, sliced, 1 medium sweed red pepper, sliced...

Shrimp Dip                             Appetizers / None         
Mix together cream cheese, sour cream and mayonnaise. Spread over the bottom of a pie plate. Layer remaining ingredients over cream cheese mixture in order given. Serve with taco chips....
Ingredients: 250 g Cream Cheese, Softened, 1/2 cup sour cream, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1 can broken shrimp...

Thai Beef Salad                             Entrees - Maindishes / Quick Meals         
Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Drain spaghetti and rinse in cold water; toss with 1/2 c. dressing. Place in a large serv...
Ingredients: 8 oz. uncooked spaghetti, THAI SALAD DRESSING-, 1/2 c. rice vinegar, 1/3 c. peanut or canola oil...

Taco Snacks                             Appetizers / None         
Blend cream cheese and sour cream and spread on bottom of large plate. Divide into 2 plates if necessary. chill until firm. Brown ground beef and season with taco seasoning and taco sauce. Spread ...
Ingredients: 250 g Cream Cheese, Softened, 250 g container sour cream, (1 cup), 1 lb ground beef, 1 tsp taco seasoning...

Bacon Wrap Ups                             Appetizers / None         
Wrap 1/2 slice o bacon around water chestnut and secure with a toothpick. Bake 1 hour on a broiler pan at 300 F. Combine sugar and ketchup. Dip cooked bacon wrap ups in the ketchup mixture and bake 1 ...
Ingredients: 1 lb water chestnuts, whole, 1 lb bacon, strips cut in half, 1 cup sugar, 2/3 cup ketchup...

Baked Brie with Apples, Nuts & Cranberries                             Appetizers / None         
Prehear oven to 375 F. Coarsly chop apple and almonds. Chop cranberries. Combine apples, almonds, cranberries and honey....
Ingredients: 1/2 medium Granny Smith apple, coarsly chopped (1/2 cup), 3 tbsp whole almonds, finey chopped, 3 tbsp dried cranberries (Craisins), chopped, 1 tbsp honey...

Orange-Cashew Chicken & Rice                             Entrees - Maindishes / Quick Meals         
Cook rice according to package directions. Meanwhile, drain the oranges, reserving 1/2 c. oranges and 2 Tbsp. juice (save remainder for another use.) In a small bowl, combine the cashews, broth, soy...
Ingredients: 1 c. instant brown rice, 1 can (11 oz.) mandarin oranges, 1/4 c. chopped cashews, 1/4 c. chicken broth...

Tartar Sauce                             Sauces / None         
Combine all ingredients and refrigerate until ready to serve...
Ingredients: 1 cup mayonnaise, 1 tbsp minced onion, 1 tbsp green pickle relish, 1 tsp minced parsley, fresh or dried...

Broccoli Salad                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Prepare the salad the morning before serving. Put broccoli, cheese and bacon bits in a bowl. Mix Miracle Whip, vinegar and sugar together and add to broccoli mixture....
Ingredients: 1 bunch broccoli (chopped), 1/2 cup grated cheddar, sprinkle bacon bits, 3/4 cup Miracle Whip...

Green Marshmallow Salad                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Mix wll and chill...
Ingredients: 12 oz Cool Whip, 1 small pkg pistachio salad, 1 large can crushed pineapple and juice, 1 pkg mini marshmallows...

Macaroni Salad                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Cook macaroni; drain and cool. Add vegetables. Mix sauce ingredients together and pour over macaroni mixture. Set in fridge....
Ingredients: 2 cups macaroni, 2 cups chopped tomatoes, 1/2 cup green onion, 1/4 cup chopped cucumber...

Oriental Cabbage Salad                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Toast almonds (350F) for 6 to 10 minutes until golden. Watch carefully. Stir every two minutes. Place coleslaw mix in large bowl. Add sprouts, mushrooms, sunflower seeds and almonds....
Ingredients: 1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted, 1/4 cup unsalted sunflower seeds, 1 bag coleslaw mix, 2 cups bean sprouts...

Tropicale Ham Sauce                             Sauces / None         
Drain peaches and pineapple. Reserve liquid. In a medium sized saucepan, add cornstarch and spices. Add reserved liquid and 1 cup water. Add orange juice. Cook on medium to medium/high heat until mixt...
Ingredients: 15 oz can sliced peaches, cut into small pieces, 8 3/4 oz crushed pineapple, 2 tbsp cornstarch, 1 cup water...

Heavenly Seven layer salad                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Layer lettuce, tomatoes, mushrooms, peas, cheese and onion in 2 quart serving bowl. Spread dressing over onions, sealing to edge of bowl; cover. Refrigerate several hours or overnight. Garnish with cr...
Ingredients: 6 cups shredded lettuce, 2 cups chopped tomatoes, 2 cups mushrooms, sliced, 10 oz frozen peas, thawed and drained...

Taco Salad                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Brown and drain ground beef. Add package of taco seasoning miz and water. Simmer until thickened. Set aside. Shred lettuce. Add grated cheddar cheese. Add sliced onion. Add Catalina salad dressing. Ad...
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef, 1 pkg taco seaoning mix, 1 cup water, 1 head lettuce...

Holiday Pumpkin Loaf                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Heat oven to 350. Grease loaf pan, 9x5x3 inch. Beat all ingredients in large mixer bowl on low, scraping bowl constantly 30 sec. Beat on med speed, scraping bowl occasionally 4 min. Pour into pan. ...
Ingredients: 3 c. Bisquick, 1 c. sugar, 1 egg, 1 can (16 oz) pumpkin...

White Chili with Chicken                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Warm the oil in a large, heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and saute, stirring often, for 7 min. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, oregano and garlic and saute for another minute. Stir in ...
Ingredients: 3 Tbl olive oil, 1 large onion, chopped, 1 tsp chili powder, 1 1/2 tsp cumin...

Yummy Apple Cake                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Mix together topping until crumbly and sprinkle on top 4 tablespoons brown sugar 2 tablespoons flour 1 teaspoon cinnamon 2 tablespoons cold butter ...
Ingredients: Whisk together, 1 egg , 1/2 cup milk , 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) melted butter...

Easy Pumpkin Cream Pie                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Baked 9 inch (deep) pie shell, cooled. Combine all ingredients. Cook in saucepan over medium heat, stirring until mixture comes to a full rolling boil. Remove from heat. Cool 5 minutes, stirring twice...
Ingredients: 1 lrg. pkg. vanilla pudding mix, 3 T. sugar, 1 t. pumpkin pie spice, 1 13 ounce can evaporated milk...

Spiced Pumpkin Butter                             Sauces / None         
In 5-qt dutch oven combine all ingreadients except nuts. Bring to boil; reduce heat. Cook, uncovered, over medium heat, stirring frequently, 25 min or until thick. (If mixture spatters, reduce heat to...
Ingredients: 4 c pumpkin puree or 2 (15 oz) cans pumpkin, 1 1/4 c pure maple syrup, 1/2 c apple juice, 2 Tbl lemon juice...

Maple Sugar Buttons                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Combine the flour, baking soda and salt in a medium bowl. In separate bowl, beat butter, maple syrup and brown sugar on high until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Blend in the egg. Gradually add th...
Ingredients: 2 2/3 c all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp baking soda, 1/4 tsp salt, 1/2 c (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened...

Velveeta Cheesy Chicken & Broccoli Rice                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Cook and stir chicken in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat 5 min or until done....
Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces, 1 can (14 1/2 oz) chicken broth, 2 c instant white rice, uncooked, 1/2 lb (8 oz) velveeta, cut into 1/2-inch cubes...

Velveeta Cheeseburger Mac                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Brown meat in large skillet; drain....
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef, 2 3/4 c water, 1/3 c ketchup, 1 tsp onion powder...

Triple-Layer Chocolate Pie                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Beat pudding mixes and milk in large bowl with whisk 2 min. (Mixture will be thick)...
Ingredients: 2 pkg (3.9 oz each) chocolate instant pudding, 2 c cold milk, 1 oreo pie crust (6 oz), 1 tub (8 oz) cool whip, thawed, divided...

Pumpkin-Swirl Cheesecake Bars                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Heat oven to 325 degrees. Mix crumbs, nuts and butter; press onto bottom of 13x9-inch pan....
Ingredients: 25 ginger snaps, finely crushed (about 1 1/2 cups), 1/2 c finely chopped pecans, 1/4 c (1/2 stick) butter, melted, 4 pkg (8 oz) cream cheese, softened...

Pecan-Roasted Asparagus                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Preheat over to 425 degrees. Be sure the asparagus is completely dry. Arrange the asparagus in a single layer on a baking sheet. Sprinkle with the pecans. Lightly spray with cooking spray....
Ingredients: 1 lb asparagus, trimmed, 2 Tbl pecan chips, cooking spray, 1 Tbl sugar...

Dipped Lemon Spritz                             Desserts - Breads / None         
In a small food processor, combine sugar and lemon peel; cover and process until blended. In a large bowl, cream butte and 2/3 c lemon-sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, lemon juice and va...
Ingredients: 2/3 c plus Tbl sugar, 2 tsp grated lemon peel, 1 c unsalted butter, softened, 1 egg...

Spider Cookie Sandwiches                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Knead cocoa into cookie dough in large bowl. Shape into an 8-inch-long log; wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate 4 hours or overnight until firm....
Ingredients: 1/2 c unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 tube (16 oz) refrigerated cookie dough, softened, 1 brick (8 oz) cream cheese, 1 jar ( 7 or 7 1/2 oz) marshmallow cream...

Apple-Stuffed Chicken                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
You'll need 12 wooden toothpicks coated with nonstick spray. In a small bowl, mix apple, cheese, bread crumbs, chopped thyme, lemon juice and half the salt mixture. On a cutting board, lightly press e...
Ingredients: 1 fuji apple, cored and finely diced, 1/2 c shredded cheddar, 2 Tbl seasoned dried bread crumbs, 1 1/2 tsp chopped fresh thyme, plus 3 large sprigs...

Holiday Present Treats                             Desserts - Breads / None         
In large saucepan melt butter over low heat. Add marshmallows an stir until completely melted. Remove from heat....
Ingredients: 3 Tbl butter or margarine, 1 pkg (10 oz., about 40) regular marshmallows or 4 cups mini marshmallows, 6 c rice krispies or cocoa krispies, canned frosting or decorating gel...

Chocolate Scotcheroos                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Place corn syrup and sugar into 3-quart saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until sugar dissolves and mixture begins to boil. Remove from heat. Stir in peanut butter. Mix well. Add r...
Ingredients: 1 c light corn syrup, 1 c sugar, 1 c peanut butte, 6 c rice krispies or cocoa krispies...

Flaverful Flounder                             Entrees - Maindishes / Quick Meals         
Coat a piece of heavy-duty foil,about a 14 in. x 14in., with nonstick cooking spray. Place foil on cooking sheet. Place fillets on foil. Brush with 2 TBS. of lemon juice. Crimp foil, forming edges....
Ingredients: 2 lbs. flounder or salmon, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup butter or margarine, melted, 3 TBS. mayonnaise...

Squash Ravioli with Herbal Butter                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Make the filling. Heat the oven to 350°. Arrange the squash on a foil-lined baking sheet and roast it until tender when pierced with a fork, about 30 minutes. Allow the squash to cool for 5 minutes, t...
Ingredients: butternut squash, freshly grated Parmesan, 1 large red pepper (or 2 smaller), garlic chives...

Pumpkin White Chocolate Drops                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Preheat oven to 375 F. Grease cookie sheets....
Ingredients: 2 cups (4sticks) butter, softened, 2 cups granulated sugar, 1 can (about 16 ounces) silid-pack pumpkin, 2 eggs...

Halloween Maccaroni                             Entrees - Maindishes / Camping         
PreparationBring a pot of water to a boil, season with salt and cook the macaroni to al dente. Pre-heat the broiler and place a rack in the middle of the oven. Heat the EVOO in a saucepot over m...
Ingredients: 1 pound macaroni, such as cassarecci, strozzopretti or ziti with lines , 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (EVOO), 1 medium onion, finely chopped , 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped ...

GREY POUPON DIJON AND HERB MARINADE                             Sauces / None         
Makes 3/4 cup or so for up to 16 pieces of boneless/skinless chicken. Marinate at least 45 minutes. Brush or wipe your GFG with cooking oil and preheat. Please, do not use an aerosol (can) sp...
Ingredients: 1/4 cup Dijon mustard, 1/2 cup white wine vinegar, 2 Tbs. onion, 1 garlic clove...

Spanish Hot Chocolate                             Beverages / None         
Bring milk with chocolate a la taza just to a boil in a 1 1/2-quart heavy saucepan over moderate heat, whisking until chocolate is melted, then simmer mixture, whisking, 2 minutes. Remove from heat an...
Ingredients: 1 cup milk , 2 oz bittersweet chocolate (not unsweetened), broken into pieces, 1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch , ...

Crab Cheese Wontons                             Appetizers / None         
Mix crab meat and cream cheese together til smooth. Drop a small dallop on each wonton skin square. Fold over, and seal shut with egg wash. Cook at 350 until golden crispy brown....
Ingredients: 1 lb. lump crab meat, 2 boxes cream cheese, 1 box small wonton skins, Egg wash...

Quesadilla Casserole                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Pre-heat the oven to 400F. In a skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 5 minutes. Add half of the beans and mash into a chunky paste. Stir in the reserved liquid. Gre...
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, 3/4 cup chopped onion , 1 can black beans (29 ounces), drained, 1/2 cup liquid reserved , 1 1/2 cups frozen corn kernels, thawed ...

Italian Rollatini                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
PreparationPre-heat the oven to 400ºF. Lay the eggplant slices out on a baking sheet, drizzle with EVOO on both sides and season with salt and pepper. Roast in the oven for about 15 minutes, flippi...
Ingredients: 2 medium eggplants, each sliced lengthwise into 6 slices about 1/4-inch thick , 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (EVOO), , Salt and freshly ground black pepper , ...

Sloppy Joe Manicotti Bake                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
In a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook the pasta until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat the EVOO over medium heat. Add the onio...
Ingredients: 1 12-piece package manicotti shells , 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) , 3/4 pound lean ground beef , 1 can tomato sauce (28 ounces), divided ...

Limoncello Cream Cake                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Remove the tart cake from the packaging, put it on a cake plate and douse with the liqueur. In a small bowl whisk or beat the cream, mascarpone cheese and lemon curd to combine. Fill the tart with the...
Ingredients: Ingredients1 store-bought sponge cake tart shell, 12-inch diameter, available in produce or bakery d, 2 ounces chilled limoncello liqueur , 1 cup heavy cream , 1 cup mascarpone cheese ...

Sour Cream & Onion Smashed Potatoes                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Cook potatoes. Bring potatoes and enough water to cover by 1 inch to boil in large pot over high heat. Reduce heat to medium and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes....
Ingredients: 2 lbs small red potatoes, scrubbed, 4 Tbl unsalted butter, 4 scallions, white parts minced, green parts sliced thin, 1 c sour cream...

Ann Lander's Meat Loaf                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Mix thoroughly. Put into a loaf pan. Cover with 2 strips of bacon if you like that flavor. Pour over all, one, 8 oz. can of tomato sauce. Bake 1 hour at 350 degrees F. Serves 6. ...
Ingredients: 2 lbs. ground round, 2 eggs, 1 1/2 c. breadcrumbs (I like to use Quick oatmeal), 3/4 c. red (--)!) ketchup...

Spamoni Ice Cream Cakes                             Desserts - Breads / None         
PreparationSpread the cookies with the jam. Scoop the ice cream onto six cookies, then top with the remaining six cookies and press down lightly. Wrap the sandwiches and freeze. ...
Ingredients: 12 chocolate cookies, such as Pepperidge Farm brand Brownie cookies , 1/3 cup cherry fruit spread or jam , 2 pints pistachio ice cream , ...

Brownie Bites                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Heat over to 350 degrees. Line mini-muffin pans with paper liners....
Ingredients: Brownie cups-, 2 sticks (1 c) butter, 1 1/2 c bittersweet chocolate chips, 1 c sugar...

Tirmasundaes                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Place 1/2 cup cookie crumbs in each of four sundae dishes or dessert cups. Douse with coffee sweetened with sugar. Top with ice cream, chocolate syrup, whipped cream and cherries on top. ...
Ingredients: 2 cups vanilla wafer cookies, lightly crushed , 1/2 cup strong coffee, cooled , 4 teaspoons sugar , 1 pint vanilla ice cream ...

Chicken Spinach Manicotti                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Heat oven to 350F. Spray 13x9-inch baking pan with no-stick cooking spray. Cook manicotti shells according to package directions. Drain. Meanwhile, combine all remaining ingredients except 1 cup...
Ingredients: 12 uncooked dried manicotti shells , 2 1/2 cups lowfat cottage cheese , 2 cups cooked chicken strips , 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese ...

Slow-Cooker Classic Beef Stew                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Coat the beef in the flour. Heat a few tablespoons of the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the meat, a few pieces at a time, adding more oil as necessary. Transfer to a 4 to 6 quar...
Ingredients: 4 pounds bottom round, well trimmed and cut into 2 inch pieces , 1 cup all purpose flour , 1/3 cup olive oil (plus more if needed) , 2 large onions diced (2 cups) ...

Baked Tilapia with Dill Sauce                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease baking dish....
Ingredients: 2 (4 oz) fillets tilapia, salt & pepper to taste, 1 1/2 tsp cajun seasoning, 1/2 lemon, thinly sliced...

Chicken Fiesta Bake                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Pre-heat it to 350 F. In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, combine rice, 2 cups water and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil then reduce heat. Simmer, covered, for 15-20 minutes, until rice ...
Ingredients: 2 cups rice , Salt and ground black pepper , 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) , 1/2 pound ground chicken ...

Buttermilk-brined Fried Chicken                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
For brine, in a resealable plastic bag set in a bowl combine the 3 cups buttermilk, the coarse salt & sugar. Add all chicken pieces t the brine; seal bag. Chill for 2 to 4 hours; remove chicken from b...
Ingredients: 3 c buttermilk, 1/3 c coarse salt, 2 Tbl sugar, 2 1/2 to 3 lbs meaty chicken pieces...

Chicken Enchiladas                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). In a medium, non-stick skillet over medium heat, cook chicken until no longer pink and juices run clear. Drain excess fat. Cube the chicken...
Ingredients: 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves , 1 onion, chopped , 1/2 pint sour cream, 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese ...

Pumpkin Pie Squares                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Preheat oven to 350. Combine first 8 ingredients; mix well. Pour into greased 9 x 13 inch pan. Sprinkle cake mix over top of mixture. Slice butter and dot over cake mix. Sprinkle with nuts. Bake 50 mi...
Ingredients: 1 can evaporated milk, 1 large can pumpkin, 3 eggs, 1 1/2 t. cinnamon...

Cream cheese, Garlic & Chive Stuffed Chicken                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Preheat oven to 350 degrees....
Ingredients: 1 (8 oz) pkg cream chese, softened, 2 Tbl dried chives, 1 clove garlic, minced, 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, butterflied...

Death by Chocolate Cookies                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In large bowl, cream butter, eggs & vanilla. Add dry ingredients and mix well....
Ingredients: 2 c flour, 1 tsp baking soda, 1/2 tsp salt, 3/4 c cocoa powder...

New Potatoes in Creamy Dil Sauce                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Microwave potatoes and water in covered 3-qt microwaveable dish on high 15 to 17 min. or until otatoes are tender, stirring after 10 min.; drain. Return potatoes to dish; set aside....
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lb. small new potatoes (about 22), quartered, 1/2 c water, 1/2 c (1/2 of 8 oz tub) chive & onion cream cheese spread, 1/2 c milk...

Creamy Parmesan Mashed Potatoes                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Place potatoes in large saucepan. Add broth; cover. Bring to boil on high heat; simmer on medium heat 15 min., stirring after 8 min. Uncover; stir potatoes. Simmer, uncovered, 5 to 6 min or until pota...
Ingredients: 2 lbs red potatoes (about 8), cut into 1/2 inch chunks, 1 c chicken broth, 4 oz (1/2 of 8 oz pkg) cream cheese (neufchatel), cubed, 1/2 c sour cream...

Chocolate Covered Blueberries                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Melt chocolate in a glass bowl in microwave. Stir frequently until melted and smooth. Remove from heat and stir in shortening until melted....
Ingredients: 1 c semi-sweet chocolate chips, 1 Tbl shortening, 2 c blueberries, rinsed & dried, ...

Lemon Garlic Tilapia                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Spray a baking dish with non-stick cooking spray....
Ingredients: 2 tilapia fillets, 1 Tbl & 1 1/2 tsp lemon juice, 1 1/2 tsp butter, melted, 1/2 clove garlic, finely chopped...

Ghirardelli Ultimate Double Chocolate Cookies                             Desserts - Breads / None         
In double boiler over hot water, melt the bittersweet chocolate chips and butter. In large bowl with electric mixer, beat eggs and sugar until thick; stir in chocolate mixture. In small bowl, stir tog...
Ingredients: 1 bag (11.5 oz) Ghirardelli 60% Cacao bittersweet chocolate chips, 6 Tbl (3/4 stick) unsalted butter, 3 eggs, 1 c sugar...

Roasted Potatoes with Rosemary                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Heat oven to 425 degrees. Coat 15-by-10-inch baking sheet with non-stick spray....
Ingredients: non-stick cooking spray, 3 Tbl pure or light olive oil, 1 Tbl chopped fresh rosemary, 1/2 tsp garlic powder...

Tiny Cakes                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Mix egg yolks, butter and sugar by hand or with mixer. Dissolve cocoa in boiling water and add to buter mixture....
Ingredients: 2 large eggs, separated, 6 Tbl butter, melted and cooled, 1 c sugar, 1/2 c unsweetened cocoa...

Calzones                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Season beef with salt and pepper and brown in a skillet with the garlic. Drain....
Ingredients: 1/2 lb ground beef, salt and pepper, 4 cloves garlic, minced, 1 lb frozen pizza dough, thawed...

Tilapia Soft Tacos with Chipotle Cream                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Mix the chipotle cream sauce ingredients in a bowl; set aside. Heat grill to low-medium heat. Spray grill with non-stick cooking spray....
Ingredients: 4 medium flour tortillas, 1 lb tilapia fillets, 1 Tbl olive oil, 1/2 tsp ground cumin...

Vegetarian Chow Mein                             Entrees - Maindishes / Vegetarian         
Wash, peel, string, and slice carrots, celery, and bean sprouts....
Ingredients: 2 tbsp. Vegetable Oil, 3 cups Sliced Celery, 2 cups Sliced Carrots, 2 cups Vegetable Broth...

BLT Pasta Salad                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water as the label directs. Drain and toss with the milk in a large bowl; set aside....
Ingredients: 12 oz corkscrew-shaped pasta, 1/2 c milk, 12 oz lean bacon, 3 medium ripe tomatoes, cut into chunks...

Vegetarian Lasagna                             Entrees - Maindishes / Vegetarian         
Saute garlic, onion, and celery in hot oil. Add Zucchini, cook until translucent, but still firm. Add tomato paste, tomatoes, seasonings, and water. Cover and simmer 20 minutes....
Ingredients: 2 or 3 cloves Garlic, minced (or more to taste), 1 small Onion, chopped, 1 or 2 stalks celery, sliced , 4 medium Zucchini squash, sliced...

Manicotti or Stuffed Shells                             Entrees - Maindishes / Vegetarian         
Cool pasta in a bowl of cool water then place on waxed paper until ready to stuff....
Ingredients: 18-21 pieces Manicotti or 1 box Shells, cooked & drained, 16 oz. Low-fat Cottage Cheese, 2 oz. Grated Parmesan Cheese, 8 oz. Shredded Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese...

Baked Beans                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
Add all ingredants...
Ingredients: 6 cans cheap brown beans, 1 onion chopped finely, , ...

Artichoke-and-Beef Lettuce Wraps                             Entrees - Maindishes / Quick Meals         
Place artichokes, beef, zucchini, chickpeas, parmesan, basil, capers, lemon juice and oil in a bowl; add salt and pepper. Toss to coat. Wrap 1/4 cup of filling in each lettuce leaf and serve....
Ingredients: 1 can 13 oz artichoke hearts, rinsed and thinly sliced, 1/2 lb. deli roast beef, sliced into thin strips, 1 small zucchini, thinly sliced (skip if none), 1 cup chickpeas, rinsed and drained...

Grape Jelly-Quick and Easy                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
Combine grape juice and powdered pectin in a large saucepot. Bring to a boil over high heat. Add sugar, stirring until dissolved. Return to a boil. Boil hard 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remo...
Ingredients: 3 cups bottled grape juice (unsweetened), 4½ cups sugar , 1 package powdered pectin, ...

Nana's Buttermilk Waffles                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
Mix dry ingredients. Then add next 3 ingredients. Cover 2/3 of a hot waffle iron. Usually they are done when the steam stops coming out. This recipe can be tripled if you want to freeze some. Defr...
Ingredients: 2C. Flour, 2t Baking Powder, 1t Baking Soda, 1/2t Salt...

Layered Mexican Bean Dip                             Appetizers / None         
Spread bean dip on large platter....
Ingredients: 2 cans bean dip, 1 pkg taco seasoning mix, 2/3 c. mayonnaise, 1 c. sour cream...

Pear & Arugula Salad                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Prepare Lemon Vinaigrette. Transfer 1/4 cup of the vinaigrette dressing to large bowl. Quarter, core & seed pears. Cut each quarter in thin slices; add to dressing in bowl. Let stand for 15 minutes....
Ingredients: 1 recipe Lemon Vinaigrette, 2 red Bartlett pears, 12 cups arugula (about 8 oz), 1/3 cup dry roasted, salted sunflower kernels...

Rainy Day Cherry Crisp                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Preheat over to 350 degrees. Pour two cans of pie filling into the bottom of a 9 x 13 pan. Blend softened butter, oatmeal, brown sugar and pecans until the mixture is crumbly; sprinkle the mixture ove...
Ingredients: 2 cans (21 oz) Cherry Pie Filling (or favorite fruit filling), 1/2 c. btter, softened, 1 1/2 c. quick oats, 1 c. brown sugar...

Colorful Apple Salad                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Combine apples, celery and raisins in a large bowl; toss to mix. Add topping and cinnamon stir gently. Serve immediately....
Ingredients: 6 granny smith apples, cored & cubed, 6 red delicious apples, cored & cubed, 3 stalks celery, diced, 3/4 c raisins...

Easy Cinnamon-Raisin Rolls                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
Roll out dough to 18 x 8-inch rectangle on a lightly floured surface. Brush dough with 2 Tbl melted butter....
Ingredients: 1 loaf (16 oz) frozen bread dough, thoroughly thawed, 3 Tbl butter/margarine, melted, divided, 1/2 c packed light brown sugar, 2 tsp ground cinnamon...

Microwave Baked Apple Slices                             Appetizers / None         
Lightly spray a 9-in glass baking dish with vegetable oil spray. Arrange apples in dish. Cover with plastic wrap....
Ingredients: vegetable oil spray, 1 lb unpeeled apples, cored & cut into 1/2 in wedges, 1 1/2 Tbl sugar, 1 Tbl light tub margarine...

Raisin Oatmeal Cookies                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Heat oven to 350 degrees. Beat butter, sugars, milk, egg & vanilla in a large bowl until light and fluffy....
Ingredients: 3/4 c butter or margarine, softened, 1 c packed brown sugar, 1/2 c granulated sugar, 1/4 c milk...

Minced Chicken with Lettuce Leaves                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Combine marinade ingredients an soak chicken for 15 minutes. Combine sauce ingedients and set aside....
Ingredients: 4 T. oil, 1 1/2 lb. chicken breast, skinned, boned and minced, 8 med. sized dried mushroom (soaked in water, squeezed an minced), 1 tsp. ginger, minced...

Frosted Devil's Food Cookies                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Heat oven to 375 degrees. Spray cookie sheets lightly with cooking spray....
Ingredients: cooking spray, 1 (18.25 oz) box devils food cake mix, 1/3 c shortening, 1/3 c cold water...

Caramel Apple Parfaits                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Reserve 1/4 c yogurt for topping. Divide remaining yogurt among 4 glasses or dessert dishes. Spoon 1/2 c of apple chunks over yogurt in each glass....
Ingredients: 2 c vanilla or plain yogurt, 2 medium unpeeled apples or pears, cut into chunks (2 cups), 1/4 c caramel topping, 2 Tbl coarsely chopped pecans or walnuts...

Chewy Chocolate Sandwich Cookies                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Heat oven to 350 degrees. Line baking sheets with nonstick foil or parchment paper. Put chocolate in large glass bowl. Microwave on high 1 minute, stirring every 20 seconds, until chocolate is melted ...
Ingredients: 2 bars (4 oz each) bittersweet chocolate, broken into 1-in pieces, 2/3 c sugar, 2 large eggs, 2 Tbl butter, softened...

Buttercream Frosting                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Beat ingredients in medium bowl with electric mixer until smooth. Then beat on high speed 1 minute until fluffy....
Ingredients: 3 oz cream cheese, softened, 2 Tbl butter, softened, 2 c confectioners' sugar, 1 Tbl milk...

Apple Tart                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Heat oven to 375 degrees. Unfold pastry on a lightly floured surface. With rolling pin, roll into a 11 x 10-in rectangle. Cut a 1/2 in strip from each side....
Ingredients: 1 sheet (from a 17.3 oz box) frozen puff pastry, thawed, 1 large egg, beaten, 3 small golden delicious aples, 3 Tbl sugar...

Buttermilk Potato Salad                             Appetizers / None         
Cover potatoes with water by 1 1/2 inches in a 2-quart pot, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes can be pierced easily with the tip of a knife, about 20 min. Drain and let cool c...
Ingredients: 3 lbs small red potatoes, 1/4 c plus 1 Tbl sour cream, 1/3 c low-fat buttermilk, 2 Tbl prepared horseradish...

Cinnamon Doughnut Holes                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
Combine 1/2 c water, the butter and vnilla in a medium saucepan; bring to a simmer, stirring to melt the butter. Remove from the heat and stir in the flour, instant potatoes, 1/2 c sugar and salt. Ret...
Ingredients: 4 Tbl unsalted butter, 1 tsp vanilla, 1/2 c all-purpose flour, 1/2 c instant mashed potatoes...

Texas Hash                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Heat oil in large frying pan. Saute onions until transparent. Add ground beef, stir and cook until brown. Stir in tomatoes, rice, salt and chili powder. Pour into greased 6 cup casserole, cover and ba...
Ingredients: 1 tbsp oil, 2 medium onions, 1 lb ground beef, 1 can tomatoes (14oz)...

Favorite Chocolate Cookies                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Preheat oven to 350 F. In a mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each. Beat in vanilla. In a seperate bowl combine flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt. ...
Ingredients: 1 cup softened margarine, 1 1/2 cups sugar, 2 eggs, 2 tsp vanilla...

Chewy Double Chocolate Mint Chip Cookies                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Preheat oven to 350 F. Cream margarine and sugar until light and fluffy. Add next 6 ingredients. Fold in mint chocolate chips. Drop by teaspoonfuls on cookie sheet. Bake at 350F for 8 to 9 minute...
Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups margarine, 1 1/2 cups sugar, 2 eggs, 2 tsp vanilla...

Cheese Straws in Pesto                             Appetizers / None         
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Combine the cream cheese, parmesan, egg and 1/4 tsp salt in a small bowl; mix well. Spoon into a resealable bag; snip off the corner to make a 1/4-inch-diameter opening....
Ingredients: 1 8-oz package cream cheese, softened, 1/4 c grated parmesan cheese, 1 large egg, lightly beaten, salt...

Waffles                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
Preheat waffle maker as directed. In large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder and salt. Add milk, oil and eggs and whisk until thoroughly blended. Pour batter into center of lower half of waf...
Ingredients: 1 3/4 cups flour, 1 tbsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp salt, 2 cups milk...

Waffle Sauce (using batter)                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
Heat milk in medium saucepan on Medium heat, stirring to avoid scorching. Add small smount of hot milk to the 1/4 cup waffle batter to warm the batter. Then add batter to rest of milk, stirring consta...
Ingredients: 1 cup milk, 1/4 cup waffle batter, 1 tbsp sugar, 1 tsp vanilla...

Microwave Peanut Brittle                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Butter a pizza pan or cookie sheet before starting and set aside....
Ingredients: 1 cup white sugar, 1/2 cup golden corn syrup, 1 1/4 cups salted peanuts, 1 tsp butter or margarine...

Picnic Potato and Chicken Salad Cups                             Appetizers / None         
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Place the potatoes on a baking sheet, toss with the olive oil, season with salt and pepper and roast until golden and tender, about 30 minutes....
Ingredients: 4 russet potatoes, peeled and cubed, 1 1/2 Tbl extra virgin olive oil, salt and pepper, 1 6-oz skinless, boneless chicken breast...

Microwave Caramel Corn                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Combine all ingredients except baking soda an d popcorn in 1 1/2 to 2 quart dish. Bring to a boil, then cook on full power for 2 minutes....
Ingredients: 1 cup brown sugar, 1/2 cup butter, 1/4 cup beehive corn syrup, 1/2 tsp salt...

Potatoe Pancakes                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
peel potatoes, dropping them into cold water to prevent discoloration. In a large mixing bowl, combine eggs, flour, onions, and salt. Pat potatoes dry and grate into a sieve. Press out moisture, then ...
Ingredients: 4 medium potatoes, 2 eggs, 1/3 cup flour, 1 medium onion, finely chopped...

Vegetable Dip                             Appetizers / None         
Mix all the ingredients together....
Ingredients: 1 cup sour cream, 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1 tbsp dill weed, 1 tbsp chives...

Swedish Pancakes                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
Melt 4 Tbl butter in a 10-inch nonstick skillet. Combine the flour, milk, eggs, melted butter, vanila and salt in blender; process until smooth....
Ingredients: 8 Tbl unsalted butter, 1 c all-purpose flour, 1 3/4 c whole milk, 3 large eggs...

Potatoe Burgers                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Mix together and fry slowly so it is crusty...
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef, 1 medium potatoe (grated and drained), onion, oatmeal if needed...

Pop's Pancakes                             Breakfast - Brunch / Low-fat         
Beat first 4 ingredients together. Add baking powder and flour. Mix. Add 1 cup milk, more if needed....
Ingredients: 1 egg, 1 tsp vanilla, 1 tsp sugar, 1 pinch salt...

Cornstarch Pudding                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Mix sugar, cornstarch and salt together in a heavy saucepan. Add a small amount of milk and blend together well. Mix in remaining milk. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened. Stir in but...
Ingredients: 1/3 to 1/2 cup sugar, 3 1/2 to 4 tbsp cornstarch, 1/8 tsp salt, 2 cups milk...

Pizza on a Stick                             Appetizers / None         
Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface into a 12-by-6-inch rectangle. Cut into 6-by-8-inch quarters, then cut eac...
Ingredients: 1 13.8-oz package refrigerated pizza dough, all-purpose flour, for dusting, 1 c marinara sauce, 1 1/2 c shredded mozzarella cheese...

Brown Sugar Raisin Pudding                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Mix the flour, salt, shortening, milk, baking powder, sugar and raisins and pour in a baking dish....
Ingredients: 1 cup sifted flour, 1/8 tsp salt, 2 tbsp shortening, 1/2 cup milk...

Turkey Chili                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Saute onions and greenpepper in oil in heavy saucepan. Stir in remaining ingredients, bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, 15 minutes. Stirring occasionally. Serve over rice or with buttered frenc...
Ingredients: 1 medium onion chopped, 1/2 cup chopped green pepper, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, 2 cups diced cooked turkey...

To-Die-For Pumpkin Tarts                             Desserts - Breads / Holiday Dish         
Preheat oven to 375 F. Whisk together Eagle Brand, pumpkin, brown sugar, egg, cinnamon and nutmeg. Pour evenly into tart shells. Bake in 375 F oven for 18 minutes or until center is set. Cool and g...
Ingredients: 1 - 300 ml Can of Low fat Eagle Brand, 1 1/4 cans (300 ml) Pumpkin, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 egg...

Chocolate-Strawberry Waffle Ball on a Stick                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Thread each strawberry onto a wooden skewer; place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and freeze for about 30 minutes....
Ingredients: 12 large strawberries, hulled, 6 oz semisweet chocolate, finely chopped, vegetable oil, for deep-frying, 2 c dry pancake and waffle mix (plus additional ingredients as directed on package)...

Salad on a Stick                             Appetizers / None         
Thread the carrots, cucumber, lettuce and tomatoes onto 4 long wooden skewers, alternating the vegetables. Refrigerate; serve with the dressing....
Ingredients: 2 carrots, thinly sliced diagonally, 1 cucumber, thinly sliced diagonally, 1/2 head iceberg lettuce, cut into 2 1/2-inch chunks, 1 c grape or cherry tomatoes...

Honey Sweet and Sour Sauce                             Sauces / None         
Mix and serve over rice, pork chops etc....
Ingredients: 1 cup ketchup, 1/2 cup honey, 1/4 cup soya sauce., ...

Spinach Dip                             Appetizers / None         
Dry and finely chop spinach. Drain water chestnuts and finely chop. Blend all ingredients together. Cut off top of Pumpernickel Bread. Scoop out inside. Fill with dip. Use top and inside of bread ...
Ingredients: 1 pkg, Frozen thawed and dried chopped Spinach, 2 cups sour cream, 1 cup mayonnaise, 1 pkg Knorr vegetable soup mix...

Strawberry-Shortcake Cookies                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Combine strawberries, lemon juice, and 2 tablespoons granulated sugar. Whisk together flour, baking powder, salt and remaining 7 tablespoons granulated sugar in a large bo...
Ingredients: 12 oz strawberries, hulled and cut into 1/4-inch dice (2 cups), 1 tsp fresh lemon juice, 1/2 c plus 1 Tbl granulated sugar, 2 c all-purpose flour...

Slush                              Beverages / None         
Mix all the ingredients except for 7-up. Freeze stirring occasionally. Scoop into a glass and add 7-up...
Ingredients: 4 cups strong tea, 1 tin frozen lemonade reg or pink., 1 tin frozen orange juice, 7 cups water ...

Vera's Party Punch                             Beverages / None         
Mix juices together. Just before serving add the gingerale....
Ingredients: 1 jug of Ocean Spray Cranberry Juice, 1 Can Frozen Orange juice (mixed as per instructions), 2 L gingerale., Strawberries or Cut oranges...

Jill's Cheese Ball                             Appetizers / None         
Mix all the ingredients.(except pecans) Shape into a ball and roll into pecans....
Ingredients: 2 - 8 oz pkg Cream Cheese , 2 cup shredded Cheddar, 1 tbsp chopped pimento, 1 tbsp chopped green pepper...