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Onion Potatoes
2007-07-03 17:05:00
How easy can this get? Last weekend we went to an estate sale and I bought a huge box of old recipes .JACKPOT! I have hand written recipes that are so old you can barely make out the handwriting! Pierogies,haluski and all sorts of variants of goulash! Can't wait until the cooler weather so I can make them! I also found a clipping for Lipton onion potatoes.And I made them for a potluck last weekend.Super easy and the kids like them.I will be making these again!Onion Potatoes 2 lbs potatoes,cut into bitesize pieces1 envelope Onion soup mix4 T olive oilPreheat oven to 450 degreesIn a largeb bowl mix the potatoes, soup mix and oil until evenly coated.Transfer to a foil lined cookie sheet.Roast in the oven 35-40 min or until potatoes are doneSeason with salt and pepper to taste.See,how easy is that?

Menu Monday
2007-07-02 22:42:00
Laura over at http://www.orgjunkie.blogspot.com has a Menu Monday that I think is a wonderful idea .So I am starting a menu and will really try to stick to it!MONDAY- Cajun Shrimp Pasta and saladTUESDAY - Grilled Chicken Caesar SaladWEDNESDAY - Turkey burgers, broccoli salad, baked potato wedgesTHURSDAY - Bacon and Pea PastaFRIDAY - pizza (homemade)SATURDAY - Cookout with friendsSUNDAY - Out of Town
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Tuna Burgers
2007-06-29 17:55:00
I made tuna burgers last night for dinner.Not bad.For tuna. I toasted sourdough English muffins and served with lettuce and old bay mayonnaise.I just added a few tsp of Old Bay to some mayo until it tasted right.The kids ,ALL of t hem,I might add,ate them up.Served with baked cajun fries and a salad.Good weeknight meal.And I like that the carrots are in there.I used fresh parsley from the garden and added a slice of American cheese to the boys burgers.I will make them again.Tuna Burgers 4 cans tuna,in water (drained well)2 eggs, beaten1 large carrot,finely grated1/2 cup breadcrumbs3-4 T chopped fresh parsley (or other herbs)1 tsp Old Bay Seasoning4-5 T extra virgin Olive Oilhamburger buns (I used english muffins)Mix all ingredients except olive oil and hamburger buns in a large bowl.Shape into 8 patties.In a skillet over medium heat,add olive oil .Place burgers in skillet and cook until browned well on both sides.Serve on buns with cheese.lettuce and mayonnaise.
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Carnitas
2007-06-18 03:46:00
Tonight was simple but flavorful! I cooked the pork in the crockpot because we were out all day and I shredded it and slopped it onto tortillas with cheese,onions,salsa,guacamole and sour cream.Served this with spanish rice and cumin black beans.It was sooooo good! The boys ate two burritos each and my oldest ate a plate full of meat after those! Quick,easy meal!Carnitas3 lb pork roast1 can mild salsa1/4 cup jalepeno green salsa1 bunch chopped cilantroPut all ingredients except the cilantro into a crockpot and cook on low 5-6 hours or high 3-4.Remove roast and shred meat with two forks.Replace shredded pork into the crockpot, stir in chopped cilantro and simmer for about 10 minutes. Use as a filling for burritos,taquitos,tacos,taco salad etc.

Chicken Salad
2007-06-17 19:24:00
The days are hot and I really do not look forward to elaborate meals.So I am planning onkeeping meals simple from here on out! Lots of salads and fresh fruits and vegetables.Yesterday I made a huge bowl of potato salad, chicken salad ,nectarine and blueberry salad and deviled eggs.Here is the link for the potato salad from a previous post Mommy Cooks: Southern Potato Salad We munched all day and I stayed out of the kitchen for the most part.This is the best chicken salad.It is a base for many different chicken salads.I have added pecans,grapes,nectarines and peaches to this salad (on seperate occasions) and it always tastes divine.My husband loves this stuff and my 3 year old ate it by heaping spoonfuls.We take this on picnics and to the pool.I usually double the recipe.Chicken Salad6 cups cooked diced chicken (about 4 breasts)1/2 cup minced onion1/2 cup finely minced celery6-8 tsp lemon juice3/4 c mayonnaise3 tsp dijon mustardsalt to tastepepper to tastehot sauce (optional)In a la...

Coconut Chicken Tenders
2007-06-14 15:17:00
One of the things I love about going home to visit family is the fact that I get all sorts of cookbooks to take home with me.Last time was no exception.I came home with 6 Southern Living Cookbooks ! Yes, 6! I have gone through them all and dog-eared so many pages I could make a new recipe every single day and never run out! But Coconut chicken tenders really peaked my interest because I knew from reading the ingredients that all of the boys and my husband would enjoy them.The end result was wonderful! I made a sweet and sour sauce to accompany it and they were scarfed down.The only thing I changed was I baked them in the oven instead of frying them.Super weeknight meal! I served homemade cajun spiced french fries and pineapple coleslaw! Perfect!Coconut Cheicken Tender s4 boneless skinless chicken breasts 1 cup flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1/2 teaspoon pepper 3/4 cup lime-flavored seltzer water 2 cups sweetened flaked coconut 1 cup fine dry breadcrum...
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This Week's Menu
2007-06-11 15:57:00
Here is the menu for the week. I am going to try to stick to it! When I went grocery shopping yesterday I went armed with a list based on these meals,so I hope it will deter me from changing up the menu.So here it is.MONDAY: Baked Lemon Chicken Basil & onion rice Steamed broccoliTUESDAY: Shrimp Scampi Caesar SaladWEDNESDAY: Garlic Tilapia Balsamic green beans Mashed PotatoesTHURSDAY: Angel Hair Fresca Watermelon & Feta SaladFRIDAY: Coconut Chicken Tenders Baked French Fries Pineapple ColeslawSATURDAY: Bacon Spaghetti SaladSUNDAY: Pork Carnitas Spanish Rice Cuban Black Beans
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Calling all of my readers
2007-06-07 16:30:00
This year is the first year that we have ever had gardens.A vegetable one and an herb one.I am a novice at cooking with fresh herbs,so I am asking my readers to send me their favorite fresh herb recipes.I will post them all for everyone to take advantage.I know that I have readers from all over the world and I think that I everyone would love these recipes.The herbs I have are as follows,but any recipe using any fresh herbs will be appreciated.MintBasilCilantroItalian ParsleyFlat leaf ParsleyThymeDillChivesOreganoThanks in advance to everyone who participates!
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Chicken Cream Pasta
2007-06-05 18:28:00
My girlfriend made this a few weeks ago for dinner and I Loved It! So I decided to try it with the family-and they loved it too! What's not to like? Cream ,butter,garlic? I served it with a small green salad and crusty bread.Chicken Cream Pasta 8 ounces rotini, cooked and drained1/4 cup butter3-4 chicken breasts,cut into bite sized pieces1 tablespoon minced garlic2 cups half-and-half1/4 cup fresh basil ,minced1/4 cup parmesan cheese1/4 teaspoon black pepper1/8 teaspoon cajun seasoning1 medium tomato,seeded and dicedIn lg skillet, heat butter; add chicken and garlic.Saute until the chicken pieces are no longer pink.Add half and half.Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring frequently.Add basil, cheese, pepper, and cajun seasoning.In a serving bowl,add pasta and seeded tomato to the sauce and toss well.

Japanese Chicken
2007-06-05 01:50:00
I love japanese food and apart from sushi, my kids will eat it! Tonight I made a chicken stir fry in a large skillet.And made lots of rice and extra sauce.The sauce is so good over the rice! The kitchen smells so good when this is cooking!Japanese Chicken 1 1/2 ibs chicken tenderloins,cut into bite size pieces1 large white onion, sliced1 large cucumber, seeded and cut into strips1/4 cup sesame oil1/3 cup shoyu1/4 cup rice vinegar2 tablespoons mirin1 tablespoon sugar2 teaspoons ginger3 garlic cloves, mincedUsing a wok or large frying pan, heat sesame oil over medium-high. Add in the garlic.When the oil is hot, add in the shoyu, rice vinegar, mirin, sugar, and ginger. Mix well.Add chicken. Cook until there is no pink at all.Add in the veggies and cook until onions and cucumber are cooked.Serve over rice.

Swiss Chocolate Cupcakes
2007-06-04 03:37:00
These are hands down the best cupcakes I have ever made.The icing recipe is so good.Not too overly sweet and the chocholate shavings made the whole recipe.I used Hershey milk chocolate bars because I made them for the kids,but a good dark chocolate would be the best.My grandmother makes this icing for her swiss chocolate cake and it is one of her most requested recipes! I made vanilla cupcakes and frosted them with a fresh raspberry on top.This is a tasty summer treat! Swiss Choco lat e Icing 1 8 oz cream cheese1 cup powdered sugar1/2 cup granulated sugar12 oz container whipped topping (I use Cool Whip)3 chocolate bars,shaved Mix all ingredients expect the chocolate shavings in a medium bowl with an electric mixer until creamy.Fold in the chocolate shavings .Keep refrigerated.
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Pineapple BBQ Chicken
2007-06-04 03:15:00
Oh my was this yummy.I used 6 chicken leg quarters and It worked great! I added the pecans at the last minute before putting the pineapple sauce over the chicken and I am glad I did.The pecans gave it crunchiness and they carmelized in the sauce.I served the chicken with white rice and garlic steamed green beans.This will go into my make again file! Pineapple BBQ Chicken INGREDIENTS:6 chicken leg quarterssalt and pepper to taste2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 can (8 ounces) pineapple tidbits, undrained1 cup barbecue sauce (bottled or homemade)1 cup pecans1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1 1/2 tablespoons cold water1/2 teaspoon ground ginger DirectionsWash chicken pieces and pat dry; sprinkle with salt and pepper.Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken quarters and cook, turning to brown all sides.Arrange the browned chicken in an 11x7-inch baking dish .Mix pineapple tidbits, pecans and barbecue sauce in a small bowl. Combine flour and water in a cup and stir to form...

Kielbasa Italiano
2007-05-31 02:11:00
My oldest inhaled this dish.I love putting this one together.I used beef kielbasa,but have also used smoked sausage,italian sausage,venison kielbasa and turkey kielbasa.So needless to say it is very versatile.You could play around with the different spices and herbs.I used leftover mostaccoli noodles and wide egg noodles this time, but any pasta should work.Smiles in the kitchen when this is served!Kiel basa Italiano 1 (12 ounce) package pasta1 tablespoon olive oil1 lb kielbasa, cut into bite sized pieces1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes1/2 cup diced onions4 cloves garlic, minced1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained 1 tsp oregano1 tsp basil1 1/2 cups half & half1/2 teaspoon salt3 tablespoons minced fresh parsleyBring a large pot of salted water to a boil.Cook pasta in boiling water until al dente; drain.Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.Cook kielbasa and pepper flakes until sausage is heated and browning around the edges.Stir in onion and garlic, and cook until onion is ten...
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Pierogies
2007-05-28 17:36:00
I am a southern girl.My husband is from Pittsburgh.He has asked me for years to make him pierogies.I have tried.And failed.I had never had a pierogie,so I had no idea what one was supposed to taste like.Until a few ladies from Church made a batch.I am in heaven.Pier ogies are my new favorite meal.The dough,potatoes and onion.Oh.My.Goodness. And they offered to teach me.Real, authentic pierogies.In the future I will post the recipe and pics of my mastering the recipe.But for now just drool over these,courtesy of my new friends.YUM!
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Banana Pudding
2007-05-28 17:32:00
It is finally the time of year when I can make banana pudding! This is a family recipe( from my aunt) that is at every summer gathering I have-never any leftovers! Super rich,super banana flavor.I like using the instant pudding because I don't have to heat up the kitchen to make the custard.BANANA PUDDING4 cups cold milk2 (3 1/2 ounce) packages instant banana pudding mix (you can use vanilla, too)1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened1/3 cup sugar1 1/2 cups thawed Cool Whip (4 oz)1 (12 ounce) box vanilla wafers4 bananas, slicedIn a large bowl combine milk and pudding mix according to package directions.In a small bowl stir together cream cheese and sugar until smooth.Stir into pudding mixture (I use the mixer).Fold in cool whip (I just stir it good).In a 13x9x2 inch baking dish layer half the cookies,half the bananas and half the pudding mixture.Repeat layers.Cover and refrigerate 2 hours.
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Chocolate Waffles
2007-05-28 17:27:00
Chocolate waffles.My kids love them.With raspberry syrup and bananas.And whipped cream.A treat for Memorial Day.It is a Bisquick recipe,so it is very easy .I make these every few months or so.And I make a double batch to have some to freeze for weekday breakfasts.CHOCOLATE WAFFLES1 1/2 c. Bisquick baking mix1 c. sugar1/3 c. cocoa3/4 c. water2 tbsp. vegetable oil2 eggsBeat all ingredients with wire whisk or hand beater until almost smooth. Pour batter from cup or pitcher onto center of hot waffle iron. Bake until steaming stops. Remove waffle carefully.Serve with vanilla ice cream, sliced peaches, and raspberries or sliced strawberries, sweetened whipped cream, and chocolate-flavored syrup over waffles. Makes 6 servings.
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Baked Tortellini
2007-05-23 19:49:00
Oh, my.Another Giada recipe! I love herrecipes because they are easy and most of the time super kid friendly.This baked tortellini was awesome.Easy to put together.30 minutes in the ove.Happy kids. I love the marscapone and the fresh parsley and thyme in this dish.I have an herb garden and get all giddy with excitement when I get to use my herbs! And we planted our first ever vegetable garden,so I will be so excited when it starts bearing fruits and veggies! BAKED TORTELLINIcourtesy of Giada deLaurentiis1 tablespoon olive oil2 cups marinara sauce1/3 cup mascarpone cheese1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped1 lb cheese tortellini2 ounces mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced ( I grated mine)1/4 cup parmesan cheese, gratedPreheat oven to 350º.Lightly oil an 8 x 8" baking dish.Whisk the sauce, mascarpone cheese, parsley and thyme in a large bowl to blend.Cook tortellini in a large pot of boiling salted water until just tender, about 2 minute Drain.Add tortellini to ...
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Shrimp Creole
2007-05-19 01:00:00
Super easy.Super tasty. This is a regular rotation recipe in my house.I use frozen shrimp from Costco and for this particular meal I added a sliced carrot.Great weeknight meal full of flavor.Not too spicy so the younger ones will eat it.I always give them more rice anyway!I cut my veggies in larger chunks and I use Zatarin's Cajun Seasoning sprinkled on top before serving.SHRIMP CREOLE1 1/2 cups chopped onions1 cup finely chopped celery2 medium green peppers, finely chopped2 cloves garlic, minced1/4 cup butter2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce1 cup water2 teaspoons parsley1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon red cayenne pepper1 teaspoon thyme2 whole bay leaves crushed in hand to release flavor1 lb shrimp, peeled,deveined3 cups hot cooked long-grain riceIn a Dutch oven, cook and stir onion, celery, green pepper and garlic in butter until onion is tender.Remove from heat; stir in tomato sauce, water and seasonings.Simmer uncovered 10 minutes.Place shrimp on top of liquid in pot.Heat to boiling, co...
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Chocolate Cupcakes with Cherry Frosting
2007-05-17 18:19:00
A treat for the boys for when they get home.Homemade chocolate cupcakes with fluffy cherry icing.Happy Thursday! Chocolat e Cupcakesfrom Recipezaar1 1/2 cups flour1 cup granulated sugar1 teaspoon baking soda1teaspoon salt1/3 cup cocoa powder1/2 cup oil1 cup water1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 tablespoon vinegarMix all ingredients together until moist and well blended.Put in cupcake cups and bake for 20-25 minutes at 350 degrees F. Cool on a wire rack. Cherry Frosting for Cupcakes1 (9 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed2 tablespoons maraschino cherry juice1/2 teaspoon unflavored gelatine1-2 drops red food colring (optional)Sprinkle gelatine into juice to soften. Heat in microwave 10 to 15 seconds. Cool a minute or two, then whip mixture into topping with a wire whip. Frost cake
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Corn and Black Bean Soup
2007-05-17 17:48:00
Last night we had fajitas and tacos for dinner and the boys filled up on those and left a bowl of balck bean andcorn salad.So today I made a black bean and corn soup .Very easy and the taste is great.And I usually always have all of the ingredients on hand.Easy weekday soup.Corn and Black Bean Soup 1 can whole kernal corn1 can black beans,rinsed well3 scallions,sliced1 can chicken stock1 cup salsa1 tsp cumin1 tsp chili powderjuice of 1/2 limeMix all of the ingredients together in a medium saucepan and let it simmer over medium-high heat until hot*you can garnish with sour cream,guacamole ,onion or cilantro
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Iced Tea with Grenadine
2007-05-17 17:42:00
Let's face it.I am from the South and I have to have my sweet tea.Every single day.There is always a pitcher in my refrigerator.And in the summer months I have been known to make a pitcher a day.I was just bred to drink the stuff.With lots of crushed ice.Sweet tea is served at every meal (yes,I have had it with breakfast) and sipped throughout the day.I came across Giada deLaurentiis' recipe on FoodNetwork for iced tea with grenadine and decided to try it.The entire pitcher was gone by the end of dinner (but in all fairness there are six of us) and I had two requests to make it again today.I will be making this often.Although I will never stray from my southern sweet tea.But it is a different variation that I will make again.Don't you just love Giada's recipes?Iced Tea with GrenadineRecipe courtesy Giada De Laurentiis4 cups iced tea (homemade or store-bought) 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (1 to 2 lemons) 1/4 cup grenadine Ice, for servingIn a large ball jar (or other transporting co...

Eggs in a Mug
2007-05-17 16:30:00
Yes,you read it correctly.Eggs in a mug.In the microwave.I love this recipe! Mornings are so chaotic around here.I have one in middle school,one in elementary,one in preschool and the baby home with me! And everyone wants something different in the mornings! I try to only have raisin bran and grape nuts here for cereal, and usually make muffins,frittatas or monkey bread for them in the am.But some mornings I just.can't.get.moving! On those mornings the older ones are on their own.And they make eggs in a cup.They love making it and I don't have to worry about them burning the house down while using the stove! It takes 3 minutes tops to prepare AND cook,so that is an added bonus for my kids,who have the absolute shortest attention span on the planet! You can add chopped cooked bacon,cooked sausage,any type of cheese and spices.The possibilities are endless.And cleanup is a mug in the dishwasher! YES! My friend Paizhe showed me this recipe in college! 10 years later and I am still us...

Cherry Crumble
2007-05-17 16:10:00
What can I say about Bisquick?I am by no means a baker and Bisquick has been my lifesaver over the years.My husband and boys love desserts and so many nights they eat icecream because I just don't care to bake.But I do have a few Bisquick recipes that I use that keep them happy.This is one of their faves. Extremely easy.I always have a huge box in the house and it saves me lots of time.I have other recipes from their boxes and website that I will definitely share with you in the future.I have only used cherry pie filling and blueberry pie filling in this particular recipe,but I am sure you could use any pie filling you choose.And in my house it is easy cleanup because there is never any left over.The picture I took is of the not quite finished product.It still needed about 10 more minutes to bake,but I snapped a pic anyway because I was headed out the door and knew that when I got back it would be gone! Yum!Cherry Crumble1 1/2 cups Bisquick baking mix1 cup sugar2 ounces coconut1 ta...

Thai inspired crockpot chicken
2007-05-10 17:53:00
This is a very easy,very economical meal.I stock up on chicken thighs and drumsticks when they are on sale.And I actually always have these ingredients on hand.I say thai inspired because it is in no way authentic,but the taste is reminiscent of thai.After all,I have 4 boys,I can't be too exotic.LOL! This one I will make again.I did use chucky peanut butter and omitted the peanuts altogether.When the chicken was done I removed the thighs to a seperate dish and shredded the chicken and put it back into the crockpot for a few minutes to let the chicken soak up the juice.I served the chicken with yummy carrots and coconut cilantro rice.Thai Chicken (crockpot)courtesy of Allrecipes 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs3/4 cup salsa1/4 cup peanut butter1 teaspoon ginger2 tablespoons soy sauce2 teaspoons lime juicePut all ingredients in crock pot on low for 6-8 hours.Garnish with cilantro, scallions, and peanuts.Serve with rice or noodles
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Yummy Carrots
2007-05-10 17:44:00
I admit I struggle with side dishes.I grew up in the south,where there were quite a few sides with every meal.Laden with cream,butter,fat....you name it.And I very rarely use fatback in my cooking . So usually I stick with brown and wild rice, potatoes or fresh steamed veggies.My boys will inhale raw baby carrots as an after school snack.In fact, between the 3 of them ()Ib still won't feed them to my 19 month old unless they are soft) they have eaten 2 two pound bags this week. And last night with Thai inspired crockpot chicken I served gingered carrots and coconut rice.The carrots are cooked and then a sauce of butter,brown sugar and ginger are poured over them.Not nutritious,so I will not make it often,but when I do there is not a single carrot left.Actually.probably one of the most kid friendly veggies that I make for the boys. I don't know where I first copied this recipe.It has been in my recipe box for a few years now.YUMMY CARROTS1 lb whole baby carrots2 tablespoons brown s...
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Last Minute Lasagna
2007-05-08 02:42:00
I was sifting through my recipe files and found this recipe from real simple. I had all the ingredients on hand so I decided to give it a try.It was so easy and fast. I used small frozen ravioli, my homemade canned marinara sauce and parmesan, mozzarella and fontina cheese.It was excellent.And the boys inhaled it.Super kid friendly,even with the spinach.Although Boy#2 picked out some of his spinach.But Boys #1,3 and 4 gobbled up all of it, spinach included. I will put this one in my staple recipe folder.Great for game nights.Took about 5 minutes to put together and 35 minutes to bake.Can't beat it.Last-Minute Lasagna from Real Simple Magazine 1 24- or 26-ounce jar pasta sauce1 18-24-ounce refrigerated large cheese ravioli1 10-ounce box frozen chopped spinach, thawed and excess water squeezed dry1 8-ounce bag shredded mozzarella1/2 cup (2 ounces) grated ParmesanHeat oven to 350° F.Spoon a thin layer of sauce over the bottom of a 9-by-9-inch or 11-by-7-inch 2-quart baking dish. Cover...

Taco Pasta
2007-05-07 01:16:00
We had friends over for dinner last night and I had lots of burger toppings left over today that Ididn't want to go to waste.The boys spent the majority of the day in the woods building a clubhouse so I decided to make a taco pasta with leftovers that I had on hand.Super versatile.You can use any ingredients you have on hand.Just let the kids add what ingredients they want to their pasta and you have dinner!It got rave reviews from the boys! I will be making it again .Taco Past a 1 box rotini( or pasta of your choice)1.5 lb ground turkey3/4 cup water5 teaspoons taco seasoning (I used Penzey's)Toppings1/2 red onion, sliced thin1/2 head lettuce, shredded1 cup cilantro, chopped1 cup grape tomatoes,halved1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese1.Cook pasta according to package directions2.In a skillet, brown the turkey and add 3/4 cup water and taco seasoning.Stir well.3.Add pasta to taco meat4.plate the pasta and have the kids add what toppings they want to ...

Peanut Butter Brownies
2007-05-03 04:17:00
Tonight after dinner I wanted peanut butter cookies but really didn't want to get out my heavy Kitchenaide mixer.(It has been a long week already!)So I searched Recipezaar and found a very simple,very easy to prepare recipe for peanut butter brownies! P-E-R-F-E-C-T!!!!! Very chewy brownies, which I love! And the boys are going to be happy when they get one in their lunches tomorrow! I will definitely be making these all spring and summer!Peanut Butt e r Brownies adapted from Recipezaar5 tablespoons butter1 cup granulated sugar2 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla1/2 cup all-purpose flour1 cup peanut butter1/4 teaspoon baking powder In a 3-quart pan over low heat, heat butter until melted.Remove from heat and stir in sugar, eggs, vanilla, flour, peanut butter, and baking powder until smoothly blended.Evenly spread batter in a buttered and floured 8-inch square pan.Bake in 350°F oven until edges feel firm to touch and begin to turn a shade darker, 25 to 30 minutes. (my oven required almost 40 ...
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Southern Potato Salad
2007-05-02 03:23:00
I am from the South and we love our potato salad.I have had so many different versions of potato salad in my lifetime!Every southern cook has their version. But I always go back to this one.From my great aunt.Very simple and great flavor.I make it the night before and refrigerate it to let the flavors develop.And until last year when we moved from North Carolina toPennsylvania I ALWAYS used Duke's mayonnaise.But I can't find it here (It's a southern thing) so I use Hellman's, which throws the flavor off a bit for me,but I am a creature of habit, even when it comes to mayo! Great warm weather food!Southern Potato Salad 8 medium potatoes, cooked and diced (I use Yukon gold)1 1/2 cups mayonnaise (Duke's is best)2 tablespoons sugar 2 tablespoons cider vinegar1 tablespoon prepared yellow mustard1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon pepper1 celery rib,diced1 cup minced red onions4 hard-boiled eggs,mashedPlace potatoes in a large bowl.Mix mayo,vinegar,sugar,mustard,salt,g...
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Black Beans and Rice
2007-05-02 03:12:00
As I have previously said,I lopve back beans.But when I make them for the kids,they generally turn their noses up.Not their favorite.But when I make this recipe of black beans and rice they love it.It uses pantry items and the taste is good.I usually end up adding more cumin to mine. I serve this when I make cuban or mexican food.Black Beans and Rice 1 T olive oil3 cloves garlic, minced3/4 cup uncooked white rice1 1/2 cups water1 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin2 cans black beans,drainedIn a stockpot over medium-high heat, heat the oil.Add garlic and saute for 2 minutes.Add the rice and saute for 2 minutes.Add the water, bring to a boil, cover and lower the heat and cook for 20 minutes.Add the spices and black beans.
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