‘More Please’ Grilled Chicken »
May 21 2008
2 garlic cloves, crushed
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Juice of half a lime
Juice of half a lemon
1/3 cup light brown sugar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/3 cup honey
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 whole boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut in half
Beef Burgundy »
January 10 2011
2-3 pounds of beef chunks (stew meat)
3 cans of Campbell's Golden Mushroom Soup
1 envelope of Lipton onion soup mix
1 cup of red wine (merlot or cabernet)
1 small package of fresh sliced mushrooms (jar of sliced mushrooms may be substituted)
Salt and pepper to taste
Few shakes of Cavender's All Purpose Greek Seasoning
Better Believe It Barbecue »
November 18 2011
1 (2 1/2 pound) boneless chuck roast, trimmed
2 medium onions, chopped
1 (12 ounce) can Coca-Cola (1 1/2 cups)
1/3 cup Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar or white vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules
3/4 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
6 hamburger buns
Braised Short Ribs of Beef »
July 07 2010
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus additional to sprinkle over the ribs before cooking
4 pounds beef short ribs, cut into 2-inch lengths
5 tablespoons best-quality olive oil
8 garlic cloves, peeled and finely chopped
11/2 cups canned Italian plum tomatoes, with juice
2 cups peeled and sliced carrots (1/8-inch thick slices)
3 cups sliced onions
8 whole cloves
1/2 cup chopped fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley
3/4 cup red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Approximately 3 cups beef stock
Broccoli beef stir-fry »
July 28 2008
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 (10.5-ounce) can beef broth
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 pound round steak, cut into bite size pieces
1/4 teaspoon chopped fresh ginger root
1 clove garlic, minced
4 cups chopped fresh broccoli
Butternut and Ham Bisque »
December 08 2010
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large sweet onion, chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary leaves, chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
5 cups peeled and diced butternut squash
1 cup peeled and diced all-purpose potatoes
5 cups chicken stock
1 teaspoon salt
Black pepper, to taste
1/2 cup light or heavy cream
11/2 cups diced cooked ham
CAULIFLOWER CASSEROLE »
November 23 2010
1 head of cauliflower
2 tablespoons butter
3/4 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
1 cup Italian bread crumbs
Pinch of ground red pepper (optional)
CHARLEY G’s BBQ RIBS (per rack) »
March 02 2011
Baby back rib rack, membrane removed
Your favorite season salt
Lea & Perrins Worcestershire
Steen's Cane Vinegar
CHICKEN AND SAUSAGE CACCIATORE »
February 09 2011
1 large green pepper, sliced in 1-inch strips
1 cup sliced mushrooms
1 medium onion, sliced into rings
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, browned on stovetop
1 pound Italian sausage, browned
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1 1/2 cups Italian-style tomato sauce
CHICKEN MILANESE »
March 16 2011
4 5-ounce chicken breasts (tenderloin removed)
1/3 cup canola oil
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/4 cup veal stock*
1/4 cup tomato concassé**
1/4 cup white wine
Juice of one lemon
1 teaspoon minced shallots (near garlic cloves and onions at the supermarket)
1/4 cup diced prosciutto
2 tablespoons capers with their brine
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon chopped parsley
Salt and pepper to taste
Caramel French Toast »
December 22 2010
1 cup packed brown sugar
8 tablespoons (1 stick) butter
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
12 slices whole wheat bread, crusts removed
11/2 cup half and half (or milk)
6 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla
1/4 teaspoon salt
Carbonara »
August 04 2010
Pasta Carbonara is a traditional pasta dish that consists of egg, bacon and cheese (parmesan or pecorino). The only trick is to stir in egg yolk and cream into the hot pasta until the egg is lightly cooked, but not curdled.
1 box of mini shells pasta (or your own favorite pasta choice)
1 cup shredded parmesan
1/4 pound bacon, chopped
1 red onion, sliced
1/2 cup heavy cream
6 egg yolks
1 pack fresh basil
black pepper
Chicken and Corn Chowder »
December 10 2010
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1 rotisserie chicken - bones and skin discarded-meat chopped
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5 red potatoes cubed
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2 cups corn
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8 cups chicken stock
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3 tablespoons olive oil
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1 tablespoon flour
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1/2 cup chopped onion
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1/2 cup chopped celery
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2 teaspoons dried thyme
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2 cans evaporated low fat milk
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Salt and pepper to taste
Chili Rubbed Flank Steak Salad »
June 16 2010
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 pound flank steak
Approximately half-gallon arugula (or watercress)
1 shallot, minced (shallots are in the onion family and found near onions in the produce dept.)
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
Juice of one lemon
1 cup olive oil
1/4 cup champagne vinegar (or white vinegar can substitute)
Small pinch finely chopped oregano (fresh is preferred but dried can substitute)
6 radishes, sliced as thin as you prefer
1/2 pound (total weight) baby squash: yellow, green, or both, sliced 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick (tip: look for the spinning top shaped sunburst or patty pan variety. These are delicious! If unavailable, use regular yellow squash and/or zucchini)
Roasted sunflower seeds (located in the nut section of your supermarket)
Salt and pepper
Chinese fried rice (family fun meals) »
July 11 2008
2 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
4 scallions, sliced
1 cup frozen baby peas, thawed
1 medium carrot, peeled and grated
3 cups cooked and chilled long-grain white rice
3 large eggs
1 1/2 to 2 tablespoons soy sauce
Classic City Sweet Potato Pineapple Pie »
August 25 2010
1 9- or 91/2-inch deep-dish premade pie crust
4 eggs
2 cups sweet potatoes, mashed until smooth
1 cup brown sugar, packed (light or dark)
Juice of 1 orange and juice of 1/2 lemon
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 stick of unsalted butter, melted
11/2 teaspoon pumpkin spice
4 ounce (1/2 cup) crushed pineapple, drained
1/2 cup shredded coconut and 1/2 cup chopped walnuts mixed together
Cornmeal-Crusted Chicken Nuggets with Blackberry Mustard »
August 13 2011
1 cup fresh blackberries or raspberries, finely chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard
2 teaspoons honey
1 pound chicken tenders, cut in half crosswise
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
3 tablespoons cornmeal
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
DRee’s South of the Border »
November 18 2011
2 cups uncooked macaroni
1 pound ground turkey
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup sliced celery
1 clove minced garlic
1/2 cup sliced pitted ripe olives (black)
1 16-ounce can whole tomatoes cut up and drained
1 4-ounce can diced chilies, drained
2 teaspoons beef-flavored instant bouillon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 1/2 cup or 6 ounces cubed muenster cheese
1 1/2 cup or 6 ounces cubed cheddar cheese
Easy Cheesy Meat Loaf »
August 06 2008
1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
1/2 pound sweet pork sausage, casings removed
1 cup cheddar cheese, cut into cubes
2 large eggs
1 medium-size onion, finely chopped
1/2 green bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon celery salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 cup milk
1 cup fine dry bread crumbs
Eggplant Parmesan »
July 27 2010
3 eggplant, peeled and thinly sliced (1/4 inch)
2 eggs, beaten
4 cups Italian seasoned bread crumbs
6 cups spaghetti sauce, divided
1 16-ounce package mozzarella cheese, shredded and divided
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
Feelin’ Puny Potato Soup »
December 15 2010
4 cups peeled, cubed potato (small cubes are best)
1 cup chopped onion
2 (14 1/2-ounce) cans ready-to-serve-chicken broth
1 cup half-and-half
1 cup milk
2 teaspoons butter
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Flank Steak
September 29 2011
Chili Rubbed Flank Steak Salad
Fresh Apple Cake »
May 14 2008
2 cups sugar
3 eggs
1 1/4 cup of vegetable oil
1/4 cup orange juice
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 cups plain flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 cup coconut
3 cups raw chopped apples
1 cup chopped pecans
For the sauce:
1 stick of butter melted
1 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon soda
1/2 cup buttermilk
GREEK ORZO SALAD WITH SHRIMP VINAIGRETTE »
October 11 2011
3 tablespoon minced fresh dill
1 medium clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1⁄4 teaspoon salt
1⁄4 teaspoon pepper
Salad:
1 large tomato diced, about 2/3 cup
3 green onions, thinly sliced
31⁄2 ounces feta cheese, diced
1 pound cooked jumbo shrimp, each cut into 4 pieces
12 Kalamata olives, pitted and cut into quarters
2 cups cooked orzo rinsed in cold water and tossed with 1⁄2 teaspoon oil
Ginger-Candied Carrots »
October 13 2010
12 medium-size carrots, peeled and cut into 1 inch lengths
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup light brown sugar
11/2 teaspoons ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds
Girlfriend Chicken Tacos »
September 26 2011
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6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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1 bouillon cube (we recommend Knorr’s tomato bouillon with chicken flavor)
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1 package taco seasoning
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2 cups water
Gnocchi with Zucchini Ribbons & Parsley Brown Butter »
November 18 2011
1 pound fresh or frozen gnocchi
2 tablespoons butter
2 medium shallots, chopped (located with the onions)
1 pound zucchini (about 3 small), very thinly sliced lengthwise (see Tip)
1 pint cherry tomatoes , halved
1⁄2 teaspoon salt
1⁄4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1⁄2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1⁄2 cup chopped fresh parsley
Grill ‘em up Kebabs »
November 18 2011
5 garlic cloves, crushed
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh ginger
1/2 cup low-salt soy sauce
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon sugar
1 cup pineapple juice
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 pounds sirloin steak, cut into cubes
Cubed veggies of your choice: red onion, yellow squash, cherry tomatoes, zucchini squash, green peppers.
Halibut En Papillote »
April 27 2011
2 teaspoons olive oil
4 fillets of halibut, about 4 ounces each
1/2 cup champagne (or substitute dry white wine or vermouth)
8 sprigs fresh thyme
8 thin lemon slices
8 springs parsley
2 teaspoons fennel seeds (found with dried spices)
Salt and freshly ground pepper
Happy Face Chicken and Sunshine Rice »
July 30 2008
1 (16 ounce) package yellow rice dinner
1 (3 1/2-pound) package chicken pieces
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large onion, diced
1/2 green bell pepper, diced
1 plum tomato, diced
1 (14 1/2-ounce) can chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper
1 (81/2-ounce) can sweet green peas, drained
Honey Mustard Pork Tenderloin »
August 26 2009
3/4 cup honey
6 tablespoons light brown sugar
6 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 1/2 teaspoon paprika
2 (3/4 to 1 pound) pork tenderloins
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
Ice Cream Sandwich Delight »
August 13 2010
chocolate syrup
ice cream sandwiches
whipped cream/cool whip
almonds or other nut of your choice
Italian Style Asparagus »
November 17 2010
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
1/4 cup minced onion
1/4 cup chopped celery
4 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons bread crumbs
1 (141/2-ounce) can Italian-style tomatoes, drained and diced
1/4 teaspoon thyme
1/4 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon basil
Salt and pepper to taste
Jammin’ Jambalaya »
April 02 2008
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into small chunks
1/2 pound smoked sausage (I like Healthy Choice), cut into bite-size pieces
1 cup uncooked white rice
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can chicken broth (I always buy the 14 ounce size and only use the correct amount)
1 (10 1/2-ounce) can Cambell's French onion soup
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 (4-ounce) can sliced mushrooms
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (or 1 tsp. dried)
2 dashes Tabasco
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon Tony Chachere's Creole Seasoning
LEMON GINGER SPREAD »
November 18 2011
Cream cheese (use reduced-fat cream cheese for low cal version)
Jar of lemon curd
Box of small ginger snaps
TOMATO PESTO SPREAD
Cream cheese
Jar of pesto (located with spaghetti sauces)
Jar of julienne cut sun-dried tomatoes (Mary Beth recommends California Sun Dry brand)
French baguette, (sold already sliced in many bakeries)
Last Drop Turkey Minestrone »
April 30 2008
2/3 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 pound ground turkey
1/2 pound hot Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
2 (14 1/2 ounces) cans Italian stewed tomatoes
6 cups chicken broth
1 medium zucchini, sliced into bite sized pieces
1 package (10 ounces) frozen mixed vegetables
1 (16 ounces) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 1/2 cups cooked elbow macaroni
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
Pinch of pepper
Lemon Artichoke Chicken »
December 01 2010
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
6 tablespoon flour, divided
1 teaspoon black pepper
11/2 cup butter
1/2 cup green onions, chopped
2 cups chicken stock or broth
1/4 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed
1 can artichoke hearts quartered
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup capers (sold in jars on pickle aisle)
1/4 cup parsley, chopped
Lemon Cream Cheese Pound Cake »
August 20 2008
1 8-ounce block Philadelphia cream cheese
1 8-ounce stick of real butter
3 cups sugar (I always sift mine)
3 cups cake flour
6 large eggs
Dash salt
1 teaspoon lemon flavoring
1/2 teaspoon vanilla flavoring
Linguine with Mushrooms, Red Onions, Capers and Olives »
November 01 2010
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 pound white mushrooms or cremini, quickly rinsed and thickly sliced, about 3 cups
Salt and pepper
1/4 cup dry sherry or dry white wine
1/2 medium size red onion, thinly sliced, about 1 cup
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1/2 pound fresh linguine (found in refrigerated section of supermarket)
6 Nicoise or Gaeta olives, pitted and coarsely chopped
2 teaspoons drained capers, (also on olive aisle) rinsed
2 tablespoons chopped Italian parsley
Grated Parmesean or Romano cheese
London Broil »
June 30 2010
4 pounds (2 large) flank steaks
For the marinade (makes about 51/2 cups):
2 cups salad oil
1 cup soy sauce
1 cup Worcestershire sauce
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup sesame seeds
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
MARY BETH’S CROCK ROCKIN’ CHICKEN »
February 16 2011
6 chicken breasts
1 packet Good Seasons Italian Dressing
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup white wine
1 jar of alfredo sauce
1 package of fettuccine
Mainly Shepherd’s Pie »
November 18 2011
1 1/2 pounds ground beef
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 (10 3/4 ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup
1/2 cup sour cream
2 cups frozen whole green beans OR substitute 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans whole green beans, drained
Cooked mashed potatoes
Salt and pepper to taste
Martha Clark’s Tagliarini »
May 26 2010
1 pound country sausage
1 pound ground beef
1 chopped green pepper
1 large can tomatoes
2 12-ounce cans niblets corn
1 jar chopped pimentos
1 large can sliced mushrooms
1 small jar stuffed olives (chopped)
1 cup ketchup
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon oregano
1/2 cup sherry
salt, pepper, paprika
11/2 packages wide egg noodles
sharp cheddar cheese slices
mozzarella cheese, shredded
Marvelous Meatballs »
November 18 2011
3/4 pound ground beef
1/4 pound ground sweet or hot Italian sausage
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons bread crumbs
2 teaspoons onion powder, or 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 egg
2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil
Mary Bess’ Sticky Chicken »
August 05 2009
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon paprika
3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 4-5 pound chicken
1 onion
Mimi Dill’s Ziploc Omelets »
July 23 2008
2 eggs each person
Put out a variety of ingredients such as cheese, ham, onion, green pepper, tomato, hash browns, salsa, mushrooms, etc.
NONNA LUNA’S RICE AND SHRIMP »
March 30 2011
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature
2 cups parboiled (converted) long-grain rice, such as Uncle Ben's
31/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons hot sauce, such as Tabasco
Salt
1 garlic clove
2 pounds small shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (from 2 to 3 lemons)
1 cup heavy cream
Freshly ground black pepper
Orange Slushy »
August 17 2011
6-ounce can frozen orange juice concentrate
1⁄4 cup sugar
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
12 ice cubes
PILED HIGH BARBECUE SUNDAE »
May 04 2011
2 cups warm baked beans
2 cups coleslaw
1 pound warm shredded barbecued pork
Barbecue sauce
Dill pickle wedge
Paella »
September 08 2010
1 1/2 pounds chicken breast strips (tenders)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 (14 1/2-ounce) cans stewed tomatoes, undrained
1 (10-ounce) package saffron rice, uncooked
1 cup water
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 (16-ounce) package peeled frozen cooked shrimp
1 (10-ounce) package frozen English peas
1 (61/2-ounce) can minced clams, drained
Pasta with Broccoli, Edamame & Walnuts »
January 05 2011
3/4 pound chunky pasta
1/4 cup olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced or pressed
3 cups bite-sized pieces of fresh broccoli
1 cup frozen shelled edamame
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, oregano, thyme, or marjoram (can substitute 2 teaspoons of dried herbs)
1 cup chopped **toasted walnuts
Salt and pepper
Grated Parmesan or Pecorino Romano cheese (optional)
Pasta with Broccoli, Edamame & Walnuts »
January 05 2011
3/4 pound chunky pasta
1/4 cup olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced or pressed
3 cups bite-sized pieces of fresh broccoli
1 cup frozen shelled edamame
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, oregano, thyme, or marjoram (can substitute 2 teaspoons of dried herbs)
1 cup chopped **toasted walnuts
Salt and pepper
Grated Parmesan or Pecorino Romano cheese (optional)
Perfect Cob Corn »
September 02 2009
1 cup milk
1/2 gallon water
1/2 cup sugar
Fresh ears of corn, shucked
Perfect Pork Tenderloin »
April 23 2008
3 pork tenderloins
Salt and pepper
1/2 cup butter, divided
3/4 cup apricot jam
1 cup brown sauce (I like Knorr Swiss Hunter Brown Sauce mix with mushrooms)
Fresh parsley for garnish
Popeye’s Favorite Lasagna »
April 16 2008
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 cups (16 ounces) shredded Monterey Jack cheese with peppers, divided
2 (16-ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (2-pound, 13 ounces) jar pasta sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
9 precooked lasagna noodles
Pork Tenderloin (Elise White) »
November 14 2011
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3 pounds pork tenderloin
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2/3 cup soy sauce
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2/3 cup brown sugar
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1 tablespoon cornstarch
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2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
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2 tablespoons ground ginger
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just less than 1/3 cup chopped candied ginger (available at Earth Fare)
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3 cloves garlic, chopped
Quickie Homemade Spaghetti »
May 07 2008
8 ounces spaghetti, uncooked
1 1/2-2 pounds ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
1 small diced green pepper (optional)
2 celery stalks, diced (optional)
1 package Italian-style spaghetti seasoning mix
1 (29 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans Italian style stewed tomatoes
ROCK ‘N’ ROLL CHICKEN FAJITAS »
September 14 2011
1 ripe avocado, cut into chunks and tossed in 1 teaspoon of fresh lime juice
Salsa
Sour cream
Fresh cilantro, chopped
4 teaspoons ground cumin
4 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut in half
1 small red, yellow or green pepper, sliced
1 onion, sliced
2 teaspoons olive oil
4 8-inch flour tortillas
Roasted Brussels Sprouts »
November 24 2010
1 1/2 pounds fresh Brussels sprouts
olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
Southern Peach Cobbler »
August 23 2011
8 fresh peaches -- peeled, pitted and sliced into thin wedges
1/4 cup white sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup white sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, chilled and cut into small pieces
1/4 cup boiling water
Stuffed Shells »
August 11 2010
1 16-ounce package jumbo pasta shells
Simple Marinara Sauce
1 yellow onion, minced
5 garlic cloves, minced
1 carrot, finely shredded
1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
1/2 teaspoon fennel seed (found with dried spices), chopped
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 cup fresh basil, roughly chopped
2 14.5-ounce cans crushed tomatoes
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 dashes red wine vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste
Ricotta Filling
1 pint ricotta cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella
1/4 cup grated parmesan
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
Splash of balsamic vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste
Superb Chicken Stir Fry »
November 18 2011
2 tablespoons sesame oil (Asian section of grocery or substitute vegetable oil)
4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, fat trimmed and pounded thin, cut into thin strips
1 (2.25 ounce) package sliced almonds
1 (16 ounce) package of frozen broccoli, carrots and water chestnuts
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/3 cup pineapple juice
hot cooked rice
TURKEY DAY STUFFING WITH CRANBERRIES »
November 08 2011
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped onion
10 slices whole-wheat bread, toasted and cut into cubes
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup chopped fresh cranberries
1 cup whole water chestnuts (in canned goods)
1 cup chopped apple (I like Granny Smith)
Tacos in a Bag »
July 02 2008
Single serving bags of Fritos corn chips
1 pound lean ground beef or turkey
Taco seasoning mix
Shredded lettuce
Finely shredded Mexican cheese (or cheddar)
Tomatoes, seeded and chopped
Onions, chopped
Sour cream
Tahiti Ziti »
May 26 2008
1/2 pound dried ziti
16 ounces part-skim ricotta cheese
3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
3 cups spaghetti sauce
1/2 grated Parmesan cheese
Texas Oven-Roasted Beef Brisket »
June 23 2010
Texas Oven-Roasted Beef Brisket
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons salt
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons dry mustard
1 bay leaf, crushed
4 pounds beef brisket, trimmed
11/2 cups beef stock
The Girls’ Favorite Mac and Cheese »
August 19 2009
1 pound elbow macaroni or shell pasta
2 tablespoons butter
3 1/2 tablespoons flour
2 1/2 cups milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
Pinch of black pepper
Dash of nutmeg
8 ounces grated sharp cheddar cheese (save some for topping)
Tomato Pie »
August 12 2009
1 unbaked (9-inch) pie crust
1 6-ounce package fresh baby loose-leaf spinach
2 large tomatoes sliced horizontally
1 medium sweet onion chopped
12 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 cups shredded mozzarella
WITCHY WHITE CHILI »
October 25 2011
1 tablespoon oil
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1 onion, chopped
14-ounce can chicken broth
2 (15.8 ounces) cans Great Northern Beans, drained and rinsed
2 (41⁄2 ounces) cans chopped green chilies
11⁄2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1⁄2 teaspoon dried oregano
8-ounces container sour cream
1 cup whipping cream
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Won-Ton Wonders »
August 24 2011
1 package of won-ton wrappers (in the produce section)
Cooking spray
Ground beef, deli chicken, pork, etc. (any meat will work)
Grated cheese (Cheddar or Monterrey Jack)
