Recipe                        Category / Subcategory

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...

Double Oat Breakfast Cookies                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In large mixing bowl beat butter and peanut butter with electric mixer on medium to high speed for 30 seconds. Add sugar, baking soda and salt. Beat until combined, scrapi...
Ingredients: 1/2 c butter, softened, 1/2 c smooth peanut butter, 1 1/4 c sugar, 1/2 tsp baking soda...

Baked Artichoke and Spinach Dip                             Appetizers / None         
Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, Parmesan cheese, 1/2 cup mozzarella, mustard and pepper. Stir in artichoke hearts, spinach leaves and onion. Transfer mixture to a 1 quart casserole. Cover and chil...
Ingredients: 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, 1 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard, 14 oz can of artichoke hearts (in water), drained and chopped course...

Easy Chocolate Ice Cream                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Melt chocolate base- Combine coffee (or espresso) powder and hot water in small bowl. Let stand until coffee dissolves, about 5 min. Microwave chocolate, sweetened condensed milk and coffee mixture in...
Ingredients: 1 tsp instant coffee or expresso powder, 1 Tbl hot water, 4 oz bittersweet chocolate, chopped fine, 1/2 c swetened condensed milk...

Chocolate Cinnamon Croissants                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Unroll the crescent rols to lie flat on a nonstick jellyroll pan or cookie sheet....
Ingredients: 8 oz can of crescent dough, 4 Tbl mini semi-sweet chocolate chips, 2 tsp granulated sugar, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon...

Pesto Pasta with grilled Chicken                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook as package directs, reserving about 1 cup of coking water before draining....
Ingredients: 1 lb cavatappi or other pasta, 12 oz chicken breast cutlets, olive oil cooking spray, 1/4 tsp each salt and pepper...

Pumpkin Cheesecake Cupcakes                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Cream together sugar and cream cheese until fluffy, scraping bowl often. Next, add pumpkin and then eggs one at a time, making sure to scrape the bowl after each addition....
Ingredients: 2 lbs cream cheese, 1 2/3 c sugar, 1/4 c flour, 1 15-oz can pumpkin pie mix...

Spaghetti Bolognaise                             Entrees - Maindishes / Vegetarian         
Fry onion and garlic in oil until tender...
Ingredients: 1 Onion (Chopped), 1 Clove Garlic (Chopped), 1 Carrot (Chopped), 4 Mushrooms (Chopped)...

Spaghetti Bolognaise                             Entrees - Maindishes / Vegetarian         
Fry onion and garlic in oil until tender...
Ingredients: 1 Onion (Chopped), 1 Clove Garlic (Chopped), 1 Carrot (Chopped), 4 Mushrooms (Chopped)...

Sandies                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Cream butter and sugar; Add 2 teaspoons water and vanilla...mix well....
Ingredients: 1 cup butter, 1/3 cup sugar, 2 teaspoons water, 2 teaspoons vanilla...

English Muffin Breakfast Pizza                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
Preheat the oven to 450F. Line a small baking sheet with foil....
Ingredients: 1 whole-wheat muffin split, 1 small tomato, seeded and diced, 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil, 1 thin slice (1/2 ounce) Canadian Bacon, diced...

Orange Vanilla Shakes                             Beverages / None         
Puree all ingredients in a blender just until smooth...
Ingredients: 4 cups vanilla ice cream, 1 cup whole milk, 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons frozen orange juice concentrate, ...

ADAMS CUCUMBERS                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
PEEL, WASH AND SLICE CUCUMBERS. PEEL WASH AND SLICE ONION...
Ingredients: 6 LARGE CUCUMBERS, 1 LARGE ONION , MIRACLE WHIP DRESSING MIXTURE, SALT...

CHICKEN QUESDILLAS                             Appetizers / None         
HEAT UP QUESDILLAS MAKER UNTIL LIGHT COMES ON OPEN CHICKEN AND DRAIN WELL OPEN OLIVES AND DRAIN...
Ingredients: 2 FLOUR TORTILLIAS, 1 LARGE ONION , 1CAN WHITE CHICKEN, 1 CAN BLACK OLIVES...

Jordy's Super Duper Quik PB Cookies                             Desserts - Breads / Quick Meals         
mix all together...
Ingredients: 1 cup sugar (it'll ruin your diet!, 1 cup PB, 1 egg , ...

Yummy Snax For the Whole Fam                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
put the sauce on the ritz...
Ingredients: spaghetti sauce, ritz, sprinkle ceese, pepperonis...

Spaghetti with Meatballs                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Sauce Strain tomatoes, add tomato paste and approximately 2 cans of water. Add seasonings, garlic and meatballs. Simmer for 2 to 3 hours....
Ingredients: 1 large can Tomatoes, 2 small cans Tomato paste, 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil, 2-4 cloves Garlic, minced...

Garlic Dill French Fries                             Appetizers / None         
Preheat oven for fries. Spread fries on cookie sheet. Cook....
Ingredients: french fries, 3 T butter, 4 T dill (fresh) ir 1 t dill, 1 garlic clove, chopped...

Carrots                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Boil carrots. Remove from heat and drain water. ...
Ingredients: sliced carrots, 3 T brown sugar, 1 t dill, 2 T butter...

Cream of Mushroom Breaded Chicken                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Preheat oven 325 glass or 350. Place chicken in middle of baking dish. ...
Ingredients: 1 can cream of mushroom soup, 1/3 cup milk, 1 cup seasoned bread crumbs, 4-5 boneless skinless chicken breasts...

Meatloaf                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Heat oven 350 or 325 for glass. In bowl mix all ingredients except ketchup/BBQ sauce. Spread ketchup/BBQ sauce overtop. Bake uncovered 1-1.15 hours. Or until internal temp reads 160....
Ingredients: 1 cup milk, 1 T worch. sauce, 1 t chopped sage, 1/2 t salt...

Creamy Chicken Enchiladas                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Heat oven to 350 F. Spray 13x9-inch glass baking dish w/ cooking spray....
Ingredients: 1 T olive oil, 1/2 cup chopped onion, 2 t finely chopped garlic, 2 cups Progresso chicken broth...

Salsa                             Sauces / None         
Briefly rinse the chile under cold water and pat it dry. Seed and Dice the chile and add it to the bowl. Seed and Dice the Tomatoes and add them to the bowl. Chop up your onion and add it to the bow...
Ingredients: 1 jalapeno, 5 tomatoes, 1 small onion, 1 cup cilantro...

Fettuccini Alfred with Smoked Turkey Sausage                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Cook fettuccini noodles according to packaged directions. Heat grill to medium heat. Place links on grill and heat until sausage is hot. (140 F internal temp.)...
Ingredients: 1 package Honeysuckle White Original Smoked Turkey Sausage Links, 1 lb. Fettuccini noodles, 2 jars Alfredo sauce, prepared, 3 T Parsley, fresh, chopped...

Chipotle Smoked Turkey Sausage Fajitas                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Heat olive oil in saute pan over medium heat. Add peppers and onion. Cook approximately 8-10 minutes or until golden brown. Add cumin, coriander, garlic powder, salt & pepper to mixture. Set aside...
Ingredients: 1 package Honeysuckle White Chipotle Smoked Turkey Sausage Links, 1 T olive oil, 1 ea. green & red peppers, seeded and sliced, 1 onion, sliced...

Chicken - Green Tomatillo Chicken                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
put chicken in crock pot...
Ingredients: 6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 1 medium onion, sliced, 4 cloves garlic minced (I changed this from 2 to 4), 1 tsp. ground cumin...

Holiday Unbeatables                             Desserts - Breads / Holiday Dish         
In mixing bowl, combine sugar, flour, baking powder, and egg whites. Mix until thoroughly blended and smooth. Add Walnuts and cherries and mix well....
Ingredients: 2 cups icing sugar, 1/2 cup flour, 1/2 tsp baking powder, 1/2 cup egg whites (3 to 4 eggs)...

Toffee Marshmallows                             Desserts - Breads / Holiday Dish         
Place ingredients in top of double boiler until runny then turn down heat so that it doesn't get too thick. ...
Ingredients: 2 Mackintosh Toffee bars, 1 can Eagle Brand Milk, 3 tbsp butter., Large Marshmallows...

Julien's Potatoes                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / Holiday Dish         
Bake in the oven a little....
Ingredients: Mashed Potatoes, Cream Cheese (to taste), sour cream (to taste), Green onion...

Pepperoni Rolls                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Preheat oven to 375 F. Stir together in large mixing bowl 2 cups of flour & the yeast. In a medium saucepan heat & stir milk, sugar, butter & salt just until warm (120 to 130 F) and butter almost me...
Ingredients: 4-1/4 to 4-3/4 cups all purpose flour, 1 package active dry yeast, 1 cup milk, 1/3 cup sugar...

Pepperoni Rolls - Quick                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Preheat oven to 400 F. Flatten out biscuits and put on 3-4 slices of pepperoni. Roll up and bake at 400 for about 10 minutes until golden....
Ingredients: Package of refrigerated Flaky biscuits, Package sliced sandwich pepperoni, , ...

Rhubarb Crisp - Microwave                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Mix the rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, and butter in a large bowl until crumbly and set aside....
Ingredients: 1/2 cup rolled oats, 1 cup flour , 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar, 1/2 cup butter or margarine...

Hawaiin Meatballs                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Mix beef, cracker crumbs, onion, egg, salt and milk. shape into small balls. Brown in skillet. Drain grease. Add chopped carrots, green pepper and onions and saute on low until vegetables are soft....
Ingredients: 1 lb Lean ground beef, 2/3 cup cracker crumbs, 1/3 cup minced onion, 1egg...

Diet Soup                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / Low-fat         
Season with salt, pepper, parsley, curry if desired, or bullion or hot sauce, or thyme. Curry is good but it gets to be too much....
Ingredients: 1 or 2 cans of tomatoes (i.e. stewed or diced)3 large onion, 1 large can of beef or chicken broth (fat free), 1 pkg Lipton soup mix (i.e. chicken or onion)1 bunch celery, 2 cans green beans ...

Sloppy Joes                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Cook beef in frying pan until meat begins to brown....
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef, 1 med. onion, 1 green pepper, 2 to 3 tsp Chili Powder...

Nuts and Bolts                             Desserts - Breads / Holiday Dish         
Heat oven to 250 F. Place butter measuring cup and melt butter. Mix the seasonings and add to the butter. ...
Ingredients: 1/2 lb butter, 2 tbsp worcestershire sauce, 1 tsp garlic granules, 1 1/2 tsp onion salt...

Shortbread                             Desserts - Breads / Holiday Dish         
Blend all the ingredients until smooth....
Ingredients: 1 lb butter, 1 cup icing sugar, 2 cup tapioca or corn starch, 2 cup flour (sifted)...

Turtle Chocolates                             Desserts - Breads / Holiday Dish         
Preheat oven to 300 F...
Ingredients: 150 Pecan halves (about 3 cups), 50 caramels, 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, ...

Ritz Bits                             Appetizers / Holiday Dish         
Mix all together. Cover; leave overnight at room temperature. Serve in a bowl for munchies....
Ingredients: 2 boxes Ritz Bits, 1 pkg Hidden Valley Dry Ranch Mix, 3/4 cup salad oil, 1 tsp garlic powder...

Skor Shortbread                             Desserts - Breads / Holiday Dish         
Place oven rack at lowest level. Preheat oven to 300 F. Coarsly chop 1 chocolate bar into 1/4 inch pieces. They should measure about 1/3 cup. Set remaining chocolate bar aside....
Ingredients: 2 - 39g Skor chocolate bars, 3/4 cup unsalted butter at room temperature, 1/2 cup sifted icing sugar, 1/2 tsp vanilla...

Bread Bowl Artichoke dip                             Appetizers / Gameday-Tailgate         
Prehear oven to 450 F. Slice off top of one bread round to create a lid. Carefully remove center of bread round to form a 4 1/2 inch wide and 2 inch deep well for dip. Clice center of first and en...
Ingredients: 2 16 oz sourdough bread rounds, divided, 4 oz (125 g) cream cheese softened, 1/2 cup (125 ml) milk, 1 can (398 ml) artichoke hearts in water, drained and chopped...

Butter Pecan Shortbread                             Desserts - Breads / Holiday Dish         
Measure flour and brown sugar into a bowl, stir together.In a large bowl with an elecric mixer, beat butter until creamy. Now, blend in the flour mixture, beating until smooth, then beat in the va...
Ingredients: 2 cups flour, 3/4 cup brown sugar, 1 cup unsalted butter, 1 tbsp vanilla...

Cocktail Cheesies                             Appetizers / Holiday Dish         
Cream butter, add Imperial Cheese and mix well. Add flour, salt, worcestershire sauce and Rice Krispies. Roll into small balls and press down with a fork. Bake at 325 F for 15 minutes....
Ingredients: 1 cup softened butter or margarine, 1 pkg softened Imperial Cheese, 1 1/2 cups flour, 1/4 tsp salt...

Brown Sugar Sauce                             Sauces / None         
combine the sugar, cornstarch and salt. Add the boiling water gradually while stirring and cook for 10 minutes, stirring constantly, to avoid lumping. Stir until the butter is melted and serve hot....
Ingredients: 1/2 cup brown sugar, 2 tbsp cornstarch, pinch of salt, 2 cups boiling water...

Banana Split Desert                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Melt 1 1/2 cups margarine, add crumbs and spread in a 9x13 pan. Bake at 350 F for 8 min....
Ingredients: 2 cups graham wafer crumbs, 1 1/2 cups margarine, 1 cup icing sugar, 2 eggs...

Agression Cookies                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Put all this in a big bowl and knead, mash and squeeze. Then form the dough into small balls and put on ungreased baking sheet. Butter the flat bottom of a small glass, dip it in Bake at 350 F for 10 ...
Ingredients: 3 cups firmly packed brown sugar, 3 cups butter, 6 cups oatmeal, 1 tbsp baking soda...

Monster Cookies                             Desserts - Breads / Kids         
Mix all ingredients together, drop by teaspoonfuls on greased cookie sheet. Bake for 10 minutes at 350 F....
Ingredients: 6 eggs, 2 cups brown sugar, 2 cup white sugar, 1 tbsp vanilla...

Smartie Cookies                             Desserts - Breads / Kids         
Cream Crisco and sugars together. Add eggs. Cream well. Add the rest of ingredients. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto ungreased baking sheet. Bake 10 minutes at 375 F ...
Ingredients: 1 cup Crisco, 1 cup brown sugar, 1/2 cup white sugar, 2 eggs...

Fettucine Alfredo                             Entrees - Maindishes / Low-fat         
In a medium saucepan, heat milk, half-and-half and butter over medium heat just until butter is melted and mixture is hot. Gradually stir in 1 1/4 cup Parmesan. Cook and stir until cheese has melted....
Ingredients: 12 oz fettucine pasta, cooked, 1 cup evaporated skim milk, 1/3 cup half and half cream, 1 1/2 tbsp butter, cut in small pieces...

Goulash                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Cook Bacon until crisp, remove. Brown meat and onion together, drain fat. Add tomatoe sauce and equal water. Cook down (15 minutes). Add corn and mushrooms. Add macaroni, Cook. Turn off heat ...
Ingredients: 4 slices Bacon, 1 medium onion, 1 1/2 lb grounde beef, 1 can tomatoe sauce (Small can)...

Tortilla Wraps                             Appetizers / Gameday-Tailgate         
Mix all the ingredients together, except for wraps. Spread mixture thickly on tortilla ande roll. ...
Ingredients: 1 - 8 oz pkg cream cheese, 2 cups shredded cheddar, 1 diced red pepper, 1/4 cup chopped green onion...

The Best Onion Cheese Bread                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Sauté the onions and cool. Blend them with the cheese. Combine the egg and milk with the biscuit mix. Add half of onion and cheese mixture. Spread the dough into a greased 8 inch pan. Top with the res...
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups chopped onions, 2 T. butter, 1 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese, 1 egg, slightly beaten...

Fudge Fantasies                             Desserts - Breads / None         
In a heavy medium saucepan combine 1 cup of the chocolate chips, the unsweetened chocolate and butter. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until melted. Remove from heat. Add the eggs, sugar, flour, va...
Ingredients: 1 (12-ounce) package semisweet chocolate chips (2 cups) , 2 oz. unsweetened chocolate, chopped , 2 tbl. butter , 2 large eggs ...

Crabmeat Queso Blanco                             Appetizers / None         
Add cheese, scallion, pepper and jalepeno to mixing bowl. Heat in a microwave for a minute or so, add a little cream and stir. Heat again, add more cream & stir some more. Repeat the process untill al...
Ingredients: 8 oz cubed Monterey Jack cheese , 3 oz cream cheese, warmed to room temperature , 6 oz can of quality crabmeat with all bits of shell removed , 3 to 5 minced pickled jalepeno peppers (to taste) ...

Refrigerator Rolls                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Combine hot water, shortening, and sugar. Add eggs and yeast. Put salt in flour and add to make dough....
Ingredients: 1 c. hot water, 1/2 c. shortening, 1/2 c. sugar, 3 eggs, beaten...

Grandma's Oatmeal Cookies                             Desserts - Breads / None         
In a large bowl, combine all dry ingredients and stir well to make sure all is sifted together. Combine all liquid ingredients and mix well....
Ingredients: 1 c. sugar, 2 c. sifted flour, 1 t. salt, 1 t. soda...

Candy Corn Cookies                             Desserts - Breads / Holiday Dish         
Mix together margarine, sugar, eggs, vanilla, salt, baking powder, and flour to make sugar cookies. Divide batter into 3 parts....
Ingredients: 1 cup margarine, 1 1/2 cups sugar, 2 eggs, 1 1/2 tsp. vanilla...

Soup; Corn Chowder                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Heat butter on med heat. Cook chorico until browned. Add pepper and celery; stir and cook until vegetables are crisp-tender. Stir in flour. Gradually add broth, milk and corn....
Ingredients: 3 medium potatoes; peeled and cubed, 1 cup cubed chorico, 1/2 cup diced red pepper, 1/2 cup chopped celery...

Pan-Roasted Chicken w/ Lemon-Garlic Green Beans                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Preheat oven to 450 F. Coat a large baking dish or cast-iron skillet w/ 1 T of olive oil. Arrange the lemon slices in a single layer in the bottom of the dish or skillet....
Ingredients: 6 T Olive Oil, 2 Lemons; 1 thinly spiced, 1 juiced, 4 cloves garlic, minced, 1 t Kosher salt...

Shrimp Scampi                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Cook pasta according to directions...
Ingredients: 2 tsp olive oil with 1 tbsp butter, 4 garlic cloves, minced, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined...

Chicken Lo Mein                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Dissolve chicken broth in boiling water in small saucepan. Pour 1/2 cup into large skillet, leaving the remaining broth in pan to cool. Bring mixture in skillet to boil again....
Ingredients: 2 tbs instant chicken bouillon or 2 cubes, 1 tsp oyster sauce, 2 cups boiling water, 8 oz boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin slices...

Brown Sugar Pound Cake                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Preheat oven to 350 F. Beat together butter & shortening; gradually add sugars, creaming until mixture is light & fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time....
Ingredients: 1 C butter, 1/2 C shortening, 1 lb light brown sugar, 1 C sugar...

Meatloaf                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Preheat oven to 400 degrees...
Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground turkey, 1/2 lb lean ground beef, 1/2 cup ketchup, 1/3 cup vegetable juice...

Red Velvet Cheesecake                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Preheat oven to 325 F. Stir together graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 1 T sugar. Press into bottom of a 9-inch springform pan....
Ingredients: 1-1/2 Cups chocolate graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 C melted butter, 1 T sugar, 3 8-ounce packages cream cheese (regular, not light)...

Chicken Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Divide spinach, chicken and 3/4 of the raspberries on 4 plates...
Ingredients: 10 oz baby spinach, washed well and spun dry, 12 oz grilled boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced, 1 pint fresh raspberries, divided, 3 tbs red-wine vinegar...

Cake; Refreshing Pineapple                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Preheat oven to 350 degrees...
Ingredients: 1 pkg yellow cake mix, 11 oz mandarin oranges, drained, 20 oz crushed pineapple, drained, 3.4 oz instant vanilla pudding...

Soup; Pasta Fagioli                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Heat oil in lg saucepan olver high heat. Add onion, celery, and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables start to soften, about 2 min...
Ingredients: 1 tbs extra virgin olive oil, 1 onion, chopped, 2 celery stalks, chopped, 4 garlic cloves, chopped...

Soup; fruit                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Combine all ingredients in blender; process until smooth....
Ingredients: 1 lg ripe cantaloupe, peeled, seeded amd cut into chunks, 6 oz can pimeapple juice, juice of 1 lime, 2 kiwi, peeled amd chopped...

Spinach Quichado                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / Vegetarian         
Mix everything together, leaving one cup parmesan cheese for top....
Ingredients: 4 boxes of frozen spinach, thawed and drained , 4-6 eggs, 1/4 cup cottage cheese, 16 oz. Feta cheese...

Disney World Vanilla Fudge                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Combine butter with milk and brown sugar in 6 quart heavy saucepan; heat over medium heat. Add salt and bring to a boil. Keep gentle boil and constantly stir to avoid scorching until you reach t...
Ingredients: 1 1/2 c. butter, 1 (13 oz.) can Pet milk, 1 lb. brown sugar, 2 c. granulated sugar...

Carpet Freshener                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
Combine all of the ingredients in a large jar or other container with a tight-fitting lid. Shake well to blend. Sprinkle some of the mixture on your carpet, let it sit for an hour or so, and then vacu...
Ingredients: 1 cup crushed dried herbs (such as rosemary, southernwood, or lavender) , 1 teaspoon ground cloves , 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon , 2 teaspoons baking soda ...

Argentine Stew in a Pumpkin Shell                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Trim away any excess fat from beef and saute with onion and garlic in oil until meat is browned. Add tomatoes, green pepper, 1 Tbl. salt, 1/4-1/2 tsp. pepper, sugar, white potatoes, sweet potatoes and...
Ingredients: 2 pounds beef stew mea, cut in 1 1/2 inch cubes, 1 large onion, chopped, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 3 Tbl. oil...

Apricot and Pine Nut Relish                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / Holiday Dish         
Heat oven to 400F. Spread the nuts on a rimmed baking sheet and toast, tossing occasionally until golden, 5 to 6 minutes....
Ingredients: 1/4 cup pine nuts, 1 1/2 cups dried apricots, coarsely chopped, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 2 tablespoons brown sugar...

Grape and Ginger Chutney                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / Holiday Dish         
Heat oven to 400F. On a rimmed baking sheet, toss the grapes, oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Roast, tossing occasionally, until some of the grapes begin to burst, 18 to 20 mi...
Ingredients: 6 cup red seedless grapes, 1 tablespoon olive oil, kosher salt and pepper, 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger...

Carmelized Onions with Thyme                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / Holiday Dish         
Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the onions, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Cook, covered, stirring often, until soft, about 15 minutes. Uncover, reduce ...
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 6 oinions, sliced, kosher salt and pepper, 1/2 cup dry white wine...

Bourbon and Orange Pecan Pie                             Desserts - Breads / Holiday Dish         
Set an oven rack in the lowest position and heat oven to 350F. Place the pie plate on a foil lined baking sheet....
Ingredients: 1 piecrust, store bought or homemade (9inch) fit in pie plate, 1 cup light corn syrup, 3/4 cup light brown sugar, 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted...

Chicken & Wild Rice Casserole                             Entrees - Maindishes / Low-fat         
Preheat oven to 350.  Place chicken in pan with water, sherry, curry, onion, celery, and salt.  Bake 1 hour.  Let cool. ...
Ingredients: 6 lbs Chicken Breast, 1 cup Water, 1 cup dry (or cooking) sherry, 1/2 tsp curry...

tuna casserole                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
cook the macaroni til done....
Ingredients: 2 cups dry macaroni, 1 can cream of mushroom soup, 1 cup velveeta cubed, 1/2 cup milk...

ASIAN COQ AU VIN                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
In a hot stockpot coated with oil, brown seasoned chicken and set aside. Wipe out pot leaving only a little fat. Saute ginger, black beans, chiles and garlic for about 5 minutes. Add onions, carro...
Ingredients: Canola oil , 1 cup white wine , 2 pounds chicken breasts, 1 bottle good red wine ...

ASPARAGUS SALAD                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Combine asparagus, onion, green pepper, and tomatoes. Add salt and pepper to dressing and pour over salad. Refrigerate over night then serve....
Ingredients: 2 cups asparagus, 1/4 tsp steak pepper, 1/8 tsp salt, 1 small red onion sliced thin...

CUCUMBER SALAD                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Peel cucumbers. Cut in hald lengthwise remove seeds slice in 1/4 inch slices. Cur red onion in half then slice paper thin. Put both in bowl and mix dressing in separate bowl....
Ingredients: 2 or 3 cucumbers, 1 medium red onion sliced thin, 8 oz sour cream, 1/4 tsp steak pepper...

CUCUMBER SALAD alternate                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Peel cucumbers. Cut in half lengthwise and remove seeds. Cut into 1/4 inch slices. Cut onion in half and slice paper thin. Put in bowl and add 8 oz bottle of kraft zesty italian dressing. Serve chille...
Ingredients: 2 or 3 cucumbers, 1 medium red onion sliced thin, 8 oz italian dressing, kraft, ...

AVOCADO SOUP                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium high heat and add onions, garlic, chipolte pepper. Saute until onions are translucent, about 5 minutes. Add salt, avocados, and stock then bring to a bo...
Ingredients: 2 TBSP vegetable oil , 2 onions, chopped, 3 cloves garlic, chopped , 1 chipolte pepper chopped ...

Gingery Apple Crumb Pie                             Desserts - Breads / Holiday Dish         
Set an oven rack in the lowest position and heat oven to 375F. Place the pie plate on a foil lined baking sheet...
Ingredients: 1 piecrust, store bought or homemade (9inch) fit in pie plate, 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces, 3/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon all purpose flour, spooned and leveled, 3/4 cup granulated sugar...

Maple Pumpkin Pie                             Desserts - Breads / Holiday Dish         
Set an oven rack in the lowest position and heat oven to 350F. Place the pie plate on a foil lined baking sheet...
Ingredients: 1 piecrust, store bought or homemade (9inch) fit in pie plate, 2 large eggs, 1 15oz can pure pumpkin puree, 1 cup heavy cream...

BAKED CLAMS                             Appetizers / None         
Place a thin slice of onion on each clam and sprinkle each with salt and pepper. Pour 1/3 tsp vinegar over each clam and place clams on a baking sheet. Bake at 350º until heated completely through. Se...
Ingredients: 1 large onion sliced very thin , 18 medium clams on the half shell , salt and pepper to taste , 6 tsp vinegar...

BAKED ONIONS                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Preheat oven to 400º. Saute onions, green peppers, and mushrooms in the butter. In an 13 in rectangular pan make a crust (with sides) out of the crescent rolls. Sprinkle with cayenne pepper and a dash...
Ingredients: 2 medium onions sliced thin, 1 green pepper chopped, 1/2 pound mushrooms sliced thin, peeled, 1/4 pound butter...

BAKED ONIONS alternate                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Peel outer peelings off onions. Cut into quarters but not completely through. Place some margarine in middle of onion. Add spoonful of beefbase to top of margarine then top with more margarine. Bake i...
Ingredients: 2 large texas sweet onions or vidalia onions, 2 globs of soft imperial margarine, beef base ( not powdered stuff ), ...

BARBECUE SAUCE                             Sauces / None         
Heat barbecue sauce in 5 quart pan. Saute onion, green pepper, and celery in butter. When about half done add tomatoes. Set aside when vegetables are tender....
Ingredients: 6 bottles barbecue sauce (I prefer Open Pit regular) , 2 pounds dark brown sugar , 1 stick butter , 1/4 cup dry mustard ...

BARBECUED SHRIMP                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Preheat oven to 375º. In small frying pan, fry bacon till its clear. Add the butter and all other ingredients except for the shrimp. Mix well and simmer for 5 minutes. Wash and clean shrimp (do not re...
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds shrimp medium or large your choice, 1/4 tsp oregano, 3 pieces bacon cut in small pieces , 1 tsp fresh cracked pepper...

BEARNAISE SAUCE                              Sauces / None         
Place the garlic in the wine and let stand for about 1 hour. Melt the butter in a saucepan. Add the flour and cook until dark brown, stirring constantly. Add chives, and rosemary. Stir in the wine mix...
Ingredients: 2 cloves garlic, minced , 1 cup minced fresh chives , 2 cup good white wine , 1/2 tsp rosemary...

BECHAMEL SAUCE                             Sauces / None         
Bring milk to a simmer. Add onion, bay leaf, and cayenne pepper. Simmer for a few more minutes and strain the milk. Return to the stove....
Ingredients: 1/2 stick butter , 1 cup heavy cream , 3 TBSP flour , 1 cup milk ...

Tuna Doodle Casserole                             Entrees - Maindishes / Kids         
Preheat oven to 350' Cook noodles to package directions, put in casserole dish...
Ingredients: 1 pkg Egg Noodles, 2-3 cans of tuna (in water) drained, 1 can cream of mushroom soup (healthy request for less salt), 1/2 cup Shredded cheddar cheese (optional)...

Oozy Chocolate Cake                             Desserts - Breads / None         
Preheat oven to 425'. Brush four 6 ounce ramekins with melted butter. In a bowl whisk the cocoa with 1 Tbls of flour, dust the ramekins with this mixture tapping out any excess. Transfer ramekins to ...
Ingredients: 1 stick - 1 Tbls unsalted better, - melted butter for brushing, 1 Tbls unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/4 cup - 1 Tbls all-purpose flour, 6 ounces dark chocolate (70% cacao) chopped...

BEEF AND GREENS                              Entrees - Maindishes / None         
In a large skillet, cook bacon till crisp. Drain on paper towels and crumble. To the drippings, add the sirloin steak, onion, and garlic. Cook till meat is brown and both steak and onion are tender. D...
Ingredients: 1/2 pound bacon , 1 pound sirloin steak cubed , 1 medium onion, chopped , 1 clove garlic, minced ...

BEEF BORDELAISE                              Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Place the beef in a large container. Mix onions, scallions, garlic, bay leaf, thyme, peppercorns, parsley, salt and wine and pour over the beef. Cover and refrigerate for 12 hours, turning the beef ab...
Ingredients: 6 pound eye of round roast , 5 sprigs parsley , 2 cups sliced onions, 1 tsp salt ...

BEEF BOURGUIGNONNE                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Mix the wine, parsley, thyme and bay leaf in a bowl. Add beef steak cubes and allow to marinate for at least 3 hours minimum. Drain beef and reserve stock for later use. Cook onion and mushroom in but...
Ingredients: 2 pounds eye of round roast cut into 1 inch cubes, 1 large onion sliced, 6 fresh mushrooms peeled and sliced thin , 1 tsp parsely (fresh if available)...

Rich Chocolate Pudding                             Desserts - Breads / Vegetarian         
Process all ingredients in a food processor or blender until smooth and silky. Top with fresh berries and mint, if desired....
Ingredients: 1/3 cup Navitas Naturals Cacao Powder, 2 tsp Navitas Naturals Geltinized Maca Powder (raw powder ok), 1 avocado, 4 Tbsp maple syrup...

BEEF SATAYS WITH DIPPING SAUCE                             Appetizers / None         
SATAYS- Add sugar to marinated beef. On a hot oiled grill, cook satays until medium rare. Place a large plate with red lettuce, noodles and basil. Wrap beef, noodles and basil with lettuce. Dip in sau...
Ingredients: SATAYS, 12 marinated flank steak slices, 2 TBSP dark brown sugar, 12 red lettuce leaves...

BEEF STEW SOUP                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / None         
Brown steak in the shortening. Add onion soup garlic bay leaf and thyme. Cover and cook on low for 30 - 45 minutes. Add green pepper and macaroni and cook for another 30 minutes or until meat and vegg...
Ingredients: 1 pound sirloin steak cubed, 2 TBSP shortening, 32 ounces french onion soup, 1/2 tsp garlic salt...

BEEF STROGANOFF                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Season flour with cayenne, black pepper, steak seasoning, and salt. Get eye of round roast and cut into slices then cut them into cubes. Roll them in the seasoned flour and fry in olive oil, and set a...
Ingredients: 3 pounds eye of round cubed, seasoned flour, 1 large onion chopped, 1 pound mushrooms peeled and stems removed...

Pumpkin Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting                             Desserts - Breads / Holiday Dish         
Heat oven to 350F. Line two 12-cup muffin tins with paper liners. Prepare the cake mix as directed but with the following change. Add the pumpkin pie spice and substitute the can of pumpkin pu...
Ingredients: 1 18.5 ounce box yellow cake mix (plus ingredients called for in the package directions), 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, 1 15oz can pure pumpkin puree, 2 8-ounce bars cream cheese, at room temperature...

Sweet and Salty Pumpkin Seeds                             Salads - Soups - Sidedishes / Holiday Dish         
Heat oven to 300F. Spread the seeds on a rimmed baking sheet and bake until dry throughout, 50 to 60 minutes....
Ingredients: 2 cups fresh pumpkin seeds (from 2 medium pumpkins) rinsed and patted dry, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt...

Toast with Ricotta and Grapes                             Breakfast - Brunch / Quick Meals         
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Ingredients: 4 slices country bread, toasted, 1/4 cup ricotta, 1 cup seedless green grapes, 1 tablespoon honey...

Crock-Pot- Turkey & Red Beans Stew                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
SCORE turkey legs using sharp knife and place in 4-quart or slow cooker...
Ingredients: 2 lb Smoked Turkey Legs, 2 tsp Olive Oil, 1 large red onion, finely chopped, 3 garlic cloves, minced...

Sausage, Spinach and Provolone Pizza                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Heat oven to 425F. Sprinkle a rimmed baking sheet with the cornmeal. Shape the dough into a 14inch circle, using the method at right, and place on the prepared baking sheet....
Ingredients: cornmeal for the pan, 1 pound pizza dough, thawed if frozen, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 links Italian sausage, casings removed (about 3/4 pound)...

Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomatoes                             Entrees - Maindishes / None         
Heat 2 tablespoons oil in skillet over medium high heat. Add chicken and cook 10 minutes or until well browned on both sides. Remove chicken from skillet....
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil, 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, 1 shallot finely chopped, 1 can (10 3/4oz) Cream of mushroom soup...

Sparkling Pineapple Ginger Ale                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
In a pitcher, combine the ginger ale and pineapple juice Serve over ice with a piece of pineapple...
Ingredients: 1 12ounce can ginger ale, 1 1/2 cups pineapple juice, 4 pieces of fresh pineapple, cut into triangles, ...

Ham and Swiss Quiche                             Breakfast - Brunch / None         
Preheat oven to 375F and place the crust in a pie pan, according to package directions (prebaking the crust for a few minutes may be recommended)...
Ingredients: 1 9inch refrigerated pie crust, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 onion, finely chopped, 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste...