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Meal Plan: September 4 - 10, 2011


Grilled Marinated Flank Steak Recipe

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This simple marinade gives ordinary grilled flank steak exceptional flavor and helps to make it ultra-tender. Once you've tried this tasty dish, it's certain to become a favorite.
Grilled Marinated Flank Steak Recipe
PREP: 10 minutes
COOK: 15 minutes
READY IN: 4 hours
Container: plastic bag, small mixing bowl, grill
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Ingredients
  • 3 pounds flank steak
  • 3 cloves garlic - minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon grill seasoning - ground spice mix found in the supermarket spice aisle; use your favorite brand
  • 2 teaspoons hot sauce
  • 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
Directions
  • In a small mixing bowl, combine the garlic, grill seasoning, paprika, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, white wine vinegar and olive oil.
  • Place meat into a large resealable bag and pour the marinade over the top.
  • Place bag into a shallow pan to catch any drippings that might leak from the bag.
  • Place in the refrigerator for three hours to marinate.
  • Remove from the refrigerator and allow to stand at room temperature for 1/2 hour.
  • Preheat grill to high. Grill steaks for 6-8 minutes on the first side, then flip the steaks and continue to grill for another 4-6 minutes or until the flank steak reaches your desired doneness.
  • Remove from the grill and allow to rest for 5 minutes so the juices redistribute.
  • Cut the flank steak against the grain for maximum tenderness.

Grilled Potato and Corn Salad Recipe

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A nice twist to a traditional summer favorite.
Grilled Potato and Corn Salad Recipe
PREP: 45 minutes
COOK: 30 minutes
READY IN: 1 hour
Ingredients
  • 2 ears of fresh sweet corn, husks and silks removed
  • 2 pounds small red potatoes, washed and cut into 3/4 inch cubes
  • 1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cups red, yellow or orange cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, cut into 1/4 inch cubes
  • 1/2 green bell pepper, cut into 1/4 inch cubes
  • 1/2 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1/4 inch cubes
  • 1/2 cup small red onion, diced
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped fine
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • kosher salt and fresh ground pepper to taste
Directions
  • Heat grill to medium heat.
  • Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil on corn and rub it over all of the kernels. Salt and pepper the corn. Place on grill for approximately 7 minutes, turning occasionally. Allow to cool and then cut the kernels from the cob.
  • Place potatoes in an aluminum foil pan. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place pan on grill, cooking the potatoes for 20-30 minutes, turning occasionally until tender.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the corn, potatoes, tomatoes, peppers, onion, basil, and garlic.
  • In a small bowl, whisk the remaining oil and the vinegar together. Add to the salad and toss together.
  • Season with salt and pepper and serve.

TIP: Grill the corn and potatoes at the same time to reduce overall cooking time.


Grilled Corn with Lemon - Lime Sauce Recipe

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When you combine the irresistible flavor of grilled sweet corn with a buttery lemon and lime sauce and you get the fantastic vegetable side dish featured in this distinctive recipe.
Grilled Corn with Lemon - Lime Sauce Recipe
PREP: 10 minutes
COOK: 10 minutes
READY IN: 10 minutes
Container: grill
Serving Description: 1 ear of corn
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Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 6 ears fresh sweet corn
Directions
  • Preheat the grill to medium high heat.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, lemon juice, butter, cheese, parsley, and salt.
  • Husk the corn and remove all silk.
  • Brush the corn with the butter mixture and grill, turning occasionally, for 10-12 minutes.
  • Continue to brush on the butter while grilling.
  • Drizzle the remaining butter onto the corn when grilling is complete.

Apple Cheesecake Recipe

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The combination of the creamy smooth filling and apple topping make this a perfect fall apple dessert. This delicious, easy-to-prepare cheesecake recipe will have everyone begging for seconds.
Apple Cheesecake Recipe
PREP: 20 minutes
COOK: 45 minutes
READY IN: 1 hour
Container: 9-inch springform pan and a mixing bowl
Serving Description: 1 slice
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Ingredients
  • CRUST:
  • 1/2 cup melted butter or margarine
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 4 graham crackers - crushed
  • FILLING:
  • 8 ounces cream cheese - softened
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
  • TOPPING:
  • 3 cups thinly sliced apple - peeled
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • sliced almonds for the top to garnish
Directions
CRUST:
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the butter, 1/3 cup sugar, flour, almond extract, and graham cracker crumbs.
  • Press the mixture on the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Make sure the mixture goes up the sides of the pan about 1 inch.
FILLING:
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, 1/4 cup sugar, egg, and the vanilla.
  • Pour the mixture over the prepared crust in the springform pan.
TOPPING:
  • In a mixing bowl, toss the apples with 1/3 cup sugar and the cinnamon.
  • Spoon apple mixture over the cream cheese mixture in the springform pan.
  • Sprinkle the top with almonds if desired.
  • Bake at 450° F for 10 minutes.
  • Reduce oven to 400° F and bake for 30 to 40 minutes longer or until the center is set.
  • Cool in the pan before serving.

Grilled Beer Can Chicken Recipe

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Grilling beer can chicken creates a moist meat that has a smoky grilled flavor. This grilling process is so easy and uses just simple seasoning to make delicious chicken that is perfect for a backyard barbecue with friends and family.
Grilled Beer Can Chicken Recipe
PREP: 30 minutes
COOK: 1.5 hours
READY IN: 2 hours
Servings:
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Ingredients
  • 1 chicken - approx. 4 lbs.
  • 3 tablespoons barbecue rub (see recipe below)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 can beer (12 oz.-any brand)
  • BARBECUE RUB:
  • 1/4 cup kosher salt
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup paprika
  • 2 tablespoons pepper
  • Mix and store to use on any grilled chicken.
Directions
  • Clean the chicken properly; pat dry inside and out.
  • Sprinkle 1 1/2 tsp. of the barbecue rub inside the big cavity of the chicken. Sprinkle another 1/2 tsp. in the smaller neck cavity.
  • Rub oil all over the outside of the chicken. Sprinkle the outside evenly with 1 1/2 tbsp. of the barbecue rub.
  • Open the beer; remove approximately 1/2 cup. Poke more holes in the top of the can with a church key type can opener to allow the proper amount of steam to be released while grilling.
  • Add 2 tsp. of the rub to the beer can. Be prepared for some foaming when the rub is added.
  • Carefully slide the chicken over the can so that it slides into the cavity without tipping the can.
  • Holding onto the chicken with one hand, use the other hand to pull the legs forward to support the chicken in the front and allow the can to support it in the back. Wrap the ends of the legs with foil.
  • Tuck the chicken's wings back behind it to hold them in place. The chicken should be able to support itself and stand on its own.
  • Set up the grill for indirect heat and allow it to heat to a medium temperature.
  • Carefully pick up the chicken while holding on to the can and set the chicken and beer can upright on the grill in the area away from the direct heat.
  • Cover the grill and allow the chicken to cook for 1 to 1 1/2 hours or until it is properly cooked. A thermometer should registers at 170° F.
  • When the chicken is done, hold on firmly to the top using a potholder, layers of paper towel, or large tongs to protect against burning; protect your other hand with an oven mitt or use another set of tongs to get a firm hold on the beer can; then lift the chicken off the grill.
  • Allowing the chicken to stand for 15 to 20 minutes and then remove it from the beer can. Hold on firmly to the top using a potholder or layers of paper towels to protect against burning; use a potholder or mitt on your other hand and get a firm hold on the beer can; twist and pull the can out of cavity of the chicken.
Note: Remember to be very careful when removing the chicken because not only is the chicken hot but also the beer in the can is extremely hot.

Roasted Smashed Potatoes Recipe

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What a neat idea for dressing up ordinary red potatoes! Everyone will love these toasty potato patties loaded with flavor—a perfect accompaniment to grilled steak or oven-baked chicken.
Roasted Smashed Potatoes Recipe
PREP: 30 minutes
COOK: 25 minutes
READY IN: 55 minutes
Container: saucepan, cookie sheet
Serving Description: 2 potatoes
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Ingredients
  • 12 baby red potatoes
  • 1/4 cup olive oil - more or less as needed
  • kosher salt - to taste
  • black pepper - to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary - chopped
  • 1/2 cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese - shredded
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley - chopped
Directions
  • In a large saucepan, boil potatoes until tender. Drain and allow to cool slightly.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Spray a cookie sheet with non stick cooking spray and lay the potatoes out evenly on it.
  • With a potato masher or the bottom of a glass, gently press down on each potato to smash it.
  • Drizzle each liberally with olive oil, salt, pepper and rosemary.
  • Place in the oven for 10-15 minutes or until the edges just start to brown.
  • Remove from oven and sprinkle on the cheese and parsley.
  • Place back in the oven for approximately 5 minutes or until golden and bubbly.

Blueberry and Peach Tart Recipe

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The combination of blueberries and peaches will make this one of your summer time favorites.
Blueberry and Peach Tart Recipe
PREP: 30 minutes
COOK: 45 minutes
READY IN: 1.25 hours
Container: Tart Pan or Pie Plate
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Ingredients
  • CRUST:
  • 1 cup flour
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 cup cold butter or margarine
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • FRUIT FILLING:
  • 3 cups fresh blueberries and peaches combined
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons sugar (optional)
  • TOPPING:
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 6 tablespoons butter or margarine
Directions
    CRUST:
  • Preheat oven to 350° F.
  • Place flour, sugar, and baking powder in a medium sized bowl. Add butter and mix until crumbly. Add egg and almond extract. Combine until the dough will form into a ball.
  • With floured hands, press into the bottom of pie pan and partially up the sides of a greased tart pan or pie plate.
  • FILLING:
  • Wash blueberries and pat dry. Peel, pit, and slice peaches. Combine fruit, lemon juice, and sugar together in a small bowl.
  • Pour over crust in pan.
  • TOPPING:
  • In a medium bowl, combine flour, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and butter until crumbly.
  • Sprinkle over tart and bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Allow to cool before serving.

Baked Chicken with Pasta Recipe

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Creamy, savory, and flavorful, this delicious chicken and pasta dish makes a satisfying main meal. A great recipe for using that leftover chicken or turkey.
Baked Chicken with Pasta Recipe
PREP: 30 minutes
COOK: 1 hour
READY IN: 1.5 hours
Container: large casserole dish, large skillet, pasta pot
Serving Description: 1 1/2 cups
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Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion - medium, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper - seeded and diced
  • 3 stalks celery - chopped
  • 8 ounces mushrooms - sliced
  • 4 ounces pimento - drained and chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
  • 4 sprigs thyme fresh - just the leaves
  • 1 clove garlic - minced
  • 10 3/4 ounces cream of celery soup
  • 10 3/4 ounces cream of chicken with herbs soup
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 8 ounces Velveeta cheese - cubed
  • 4 chicken breasts - skinless, sauteed or grilled with lemon pepper (or use 3 to 4 cups of leftover chicken or turkey)
  • ground pepper to taste
  • 16 ounces spaghetti , fettuccini or angel hair pasta
  • 1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
  • 1/2 cup Romano cheese - shredded or parmesan cheese, shredded
Directions
  • Saute onion, pepper, mushrooms and celery in 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet.
  • Add pimento, poultry seasoning, thyme leaves, garlic and green pepper.
  • Stir to combine.
  • Cook 1-2 more minutes.
  • Add in soups, broth and Velveeta cheese.
  • Stir altogether until the cheese is melted.
  • Add in the chicken (chopped into bite-size pieces) and stir together.
  • Lower heat to low.
  • In a pasta pot, bring water to a boil.
  • Add pasta and cook according to package directions.
  • Drain.
  • Add the pasta to the chicken mixture.
  • Stir to combine and heat through.
  • Pour into a prepared casserole dish.
  • Mix together the bread crumbs and the cheese in a medium bowl.
  • Sprinkle on top of the casserole mixture.
  • Bake all at 375° F for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
  • *This recipe can be made by substituting turkey for the chicken.

Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Bacon Recipe

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Garlic and bacon add a little something to this vegetable dish. You'll change those non-brussel sprout eaters with just one bite!
Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Bacon Recipe
PREP: 5 minutes
COOK: 15 minutes
READY IN: 20 minutes
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Ingredients
  • 2 pounds brussel sprouts, trimmed and halved
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 3 slices bacon, cut into small pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • salt & pepper
Directions
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Toss brussel sprouts onto pan. Add garlic, bacon and oil. Season with salt and pepper. Stir to combine.
  • Cook for 14-16 minutes until bacon is crisp and brussel sprouts are carmelized.

Strawberry Jell O Salad Recipe

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Ingredients
  • 1 box strawberry jell-o (Large box)
  • 2 cups boiling water
  • 10 ounces frozen strawberries
  • 8 ounces Cool Whip
Directions
Stir in Jell-O into boiling water. Put partially thawed strawberries in pan. Stir until strawberries start falling apart. Pour into bowl and put in fridge for 1 hour or until set up some.

Add cool whip and chill.


Stuffed Peppers Recipe

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Filled with ground beef and sausage; onions, garlic, and tomatoes; and generous portions of rice and cheese, this fantastic dish is brimming with flavor and is sure to be among the best stuffed pepper recipes you've ever tasted!
Stuffed Peppers Recipe
PREP: 30 minutes
COOK: 45 minutes
READY IN: 1.25 hours
Container: large skillet, 9x13 baking dish
Serving Size: 1 each
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Ingredients
  • 4 each bell peppers - large (any combination of red, green, or yellow)
  • 3/4 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 pound ground sausage
  • 1 onion - medium, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup rice - cooked
  • 1/2 cup Mexican cheese (or any combination of Colby Jack, Monterey Jack and Cojita cheese)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tomato - large, diced
  • 5 green onions - chopped
  • 1 tablespoon teriyaki sauce
  • 1 cup water - hot
  • 1/2 cup Mexican cheese - for topping
Directions
  • Preheat oven to 350°F
  • Cut top 1/3 of pepper off, seed body of pepper, being careful to keep it intact.
  • Heat skillet to medium.
  • Sauté ground beef, pork sausage, onion, garlic, 1 tsp of bouillon granules and garlic powder. Sauté until meat is cooked through. Drain off fat.
  • Return meat mixture to pan. Add rice, cheese, sour cream, tomatoes, green onions and teryaki sauce. Mix to combine.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Mix hot water with the other 1 tsp. of bouillon granules. Pour this in bottom of baking dish.
  • Fill prepared peppers with meat mixture.
  • Place in baking dish and cover with foil.
  • Bake for 35 minutes. Remove foil. Spoon some of the juices over peppers. Sprinkle with shredded cheese. Place back in oven for 10 minutes or until tops are golden.

Broccoli Slaw Salad Recipe

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Similar to a traditional Ramen noodle coleslaw, this slaw also includes golden raisins and broccoli to give it a tangy flavor with a bit of crunch.
Broccoli Slaw Salad Recipe
PREP: 20 minutes
COOK: 0 minutes
READY IN: 20 minutes
Container: Large bowl
Serving Size: 1 cup
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Ingredients
  • 16 ounces package of classic coleslaw mix
  • 4 green onions, finely cut
  • 1 cup golden raisins
  • 6 ounces sunflower seeds
  • 2 cups broccoli, chopped coarsely
  • 3 ounces package of Ramen noodles (chicken flavored)
  • 1/2 cup sweet red pepper, chopped (optional)
  • Dressing:
  • 1 package Ramen noodle seasoning
  • 1/2 cup canola oil
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
Directions
  • In a large bowl, combine the coleslaw, onions, raisins, sunflower seeds, broccoli, and Ramen noodles. Mix all ingredients together.
  • In a separate small bowl or jar, combine the Ramen noodle seasoning, canola oil, red wine vinegar, and sugar to make the dressing.
  • If the dressing is made before serving, mix all the ingredients thoroughly and set aside in refrigerator until ready to serve. If made just prior to serving, mix the dressing ingredients, toss with salad, and serve.

Iced Coffee Recipe

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Terrific coffee drink served on ice, which can be flavored with a variety of tasty ingredients and garnishes.
Iced Coffee Recipe
PREP: 20 minutes
COOK: 0 minutes
READY IN: 20 minutes
Container: tall glass
Serving Size: 1 cup
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Ingredients
  • 6 tablespoons coffee
  • 3 cups water
  • Optional: sugar, milk, cream, cinnamon sticks, chocolate shavings
Directions
  • In coffee maker, brew 6 tablespoons coffee with 3 cups cold water. Allow coffee to cool and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Fill tall glass with ice, add coffee and serve with sugar, milk, cream, cinnamon sticks, or chocolate shavings, if desired.

Skewered Pork and Vegetables Recipe

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A classic kebab.
Skewered Pork and Vegetables Recipe
PREP: 20 minutes
COOK: 10 minutes
READY IN: 30 minutes
Servings:
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Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon light brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
  • 1 1/4 pounds boneless pork sirloin, cut into 1 inch cubes
  • 8 cherry tomatoes
  • 1/2 small yellow squash, cut into 1/4 inch rounds
  • 1/2 green zucchine, cut into 1/4 inch rounds
Directions
  • In a medium bowl, combine the garlic paste, the olive oil, mustard, and dry ingredients and mix until smooth. Add the pork to the bowl and stir to coat evenly.
  • Allow to stand for 10-15 minutes before grilling. While meat is marinating, soak skewers in water to discourage burning.
  • Heat grill.
  • Thread the pork and vegetables onto skewers, alternating ingredients. Any combination of vegetables can be used.
  • Grill over high heat until pork is barely pink, approximately 4-6 minutes.
  • Turn once during grilling.
  • Serve warm.

Scalloped Potatoes 3 Recipe

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Ingredients
  • 8 potatoes, peeled and sliced
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 jar Cheese Whiz (large jar)
  • 1 cup Ranch dressing
  • 1/4 cup chopped onions
  • 1/2 cup Bacos
Directions
Pour water over potatoes, cover and bake at 400° for 40 minutes. Drain. Beat cheese Whiz and dressing and pour over potatoes. Add onions and Bacos. Bake 30 minutes more.

Serves 8-10.


Death by Chocolate Brownies Recipe

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Death by Chocolate Brownies Recipe
PREP: 10 minutes
COOK: 30 minutes
READY IN: 40 minutes
Container: 10- x 15-inch jelly roll pan
Ingredients
  • BROWNIES:
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1 can Hershey's syrup
  • FROSTING:
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips
Directions
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 10- x 15-inch jelly roll pan.
  • Combine the butter and sugar; beat well. Add eggs, one at a time.
  • Add the flour and syrup; mix until fluffy.
  • Spread into the prepared pan.
  • Bake 30 minutes.
  • For the frosting, melt butter; add milk and sugar. Bring to boil for 1 minute ONLY.
  • Remove from heat and add the chocolate chips. Beat until creamy.
  • Let cool and spread over the brownies.

Spicy Shrimp with Orange Avocado Salsa Recipe

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Shrimp with a Mexican flair, a wonderful blend of seasonings enhance succulent broiled or grilled shrimp served on a bed of rice with a homemade orange avocado salsa.
Spicy Shrimp with Orange Avocado Salsa Recipe
PREP: 15 minutes
COOK: 5 minutes
READY IN: 20 minutes
Container: baking sheet or broiler rack lined with foil, stir fry rack for grill, small bowl, medium bowl
Servings:
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Ingredients
  • 2 navel oranges, peeled, white pith removed, segmented, and each segment cut in half
  • 5 tablespoons olive oil - divided
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 ripe avocado - diced
  • 4 green onions - chopped, including white and green parts
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 2 teaspoons sweet paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Tobasco sauce or chipotle hot sauce (or to taste)
  • 1 1/2 pounds shrimp - peeled and deveined
  • cooked rice
Directions
  • Preheat broiler oven.
  • To prepare salsa, combine orange segments, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, avocado, green onions, lime juice, and honey in a small bowl. Toss gently to combine.
  • In medium bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons oil, 1 teaspoon salt, paprika, cumin and chipotle hot sauce.
  • Add the shrimp, tossing to coat.
  • Arrange shrimp on foil lined baking sheet or on grill rack sprayed with non-stick spray.
  • If using broiler, place baking sheet with shrimp under broiler until opaque and cooked through, about 4 minutes.
  • If using a grill, grill over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, until cooked through.
  • Serve hot over cooked rice and salsa on the side.

Baked White Rice Recipe

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Baking is a method that is not often considered for preparing rice, but when you are using the oven to prepare dishes to accompany rice, why not bake the rice in the oven as well? This method produces excellent results.
Baked White Rice Recipe
PREP: 10 minutes
COOK: 30 minutes
READY IN: 40 minutes
Container: glass baking dish or deep casserole dish
Serving Size: 6 ounces
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Ingredients
  • 2 cups long grain white rice
  • 3 1/2 cups boiling water or stock
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons salt
Directions
  • Pour the boiling water or stock into a baking dish or casserole dish.
  • Add the olive oil and the salt.
  • Add the rice to the dish of hot liquid.
  • Cover tightly with aluminum foil or a casserole lid.
  • Bake the rice at 350° F for about 30 minutes.
  • Fluff the rice with a fork prior to serving.
  • Option: use chicken or vegetable stock rather than water to add flavor to the rice. Finely chopped fresh herbs or your favorite spices can also be added.

Crab Ragoon Recipe

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Ingredients
  • 1 package cream cheese, softened (large pkg)
  • 2 green onions, minced (small)
  • 3/4 cup flaked crab meat (canned or artificial crab)
  • Hot Sauce to taste
  • 2 packages purchased Won Ton skins
  • Dipping Sauce
  • 1/2 tablespoon oil
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons finely minced onion
  • 2 cloves finely minced garlic
  • 2/3 cup water
  • 1/2 tablespoon vinegar
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
  • 3/4 tablespoon sugar
  • 3/4 tablespoon cornstarch dissolved inch 2 T. water
Directions
Combine cream cheese, onion, crab meat and hot sauce. (Use several dashes of hot sauce for flavor.) Take a small teaspoon of mixture and place in the center of each Wonton skin. Fold Wonton to form a triangle. Use a mixture of flour and water to make a paste to seal edges. Deep fry until golden. To make the sauce, fry onion and garlic in oil until fragrant. Blend all ingredients together and add to saucepan; cook, stirring until sauce bubbles. Reduce heat to low and stir. Add in cornstarch and cook until it thickens.

Pepperoni Sausage Lasagna Recipe

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This American classic dish offers a different twist with the addition of pepperoni.
Pepperoni Sausage Lasagna Recipe
PREP: 1.5 hours
COOK: 45 minutes
READY IN: 3 hours
Container: 9 x 13 x 2 baking pan, large skillet, stock pot
Serving Description: 3x3 square piece
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Ingredients
  • 2 pounds lasagna noodles
  • 8 ounces pepperoni - sliced
  • 15 ounces ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese - shredded
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese - grated
  • 1 pound Italian sausage
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 cup onion - diced
  • Tomato Sauce:
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 yellow onion - diced
  • 5 cloves garlic - crushed
  • 6 cups Roma tomatoes - skinned and diced
  • 2 tablespoons basil leaves - chopped
  • 1 tablespoon oregano - chopped
  • salt and pepper to taste
Directions
  • Preheat oven to 375° F.
  • Cook pasta noodles according to package directions.
  • Remove noodles from water when finished cooking and lay them out on paper towels.
  • In a skillet sauté the pepperoni over medium heat until crispy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
  • Remove and drain on a paper towel.
  • Wipe out the skillet and add the hamburger and sausage with 1/2 cup of the onion.
  • Cook until the meat is no longer pink and the onions are tender.
  • Drain on a paper towel.
  • For the tomato sauce, heat the olive oil in a saucepan.
  • Add the onion and cook over medium heat until translucent.
  • Add the garlic and cook 2 more minutes.
  • Then add the tomatoes and cook over low heat 1/2 hour.
  • Add basil and oregano and continue to cook for another 1/2 hour.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Cool and store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
  • In a baking pan, pour one cup of the tomato sauce in the bottom and spread it out to cover.
  • Then layer 3-4 noodles on the sauce, overlapping slightly.
  • Top with 1/3 cup of ricotta, 1/3 cup mozzarella cheese, 1/3 of the sausage and hamburger, then sprinkle with parmesan cheese.
  • Top with 1/2 cup of tomato sauce and 1/4 cup of the pepperoni.
  • Repeat layers 2 more times.
  • On the very top layer, finish with a layer of the remaining ricotta cheese, tomato sauce, mozzarella and pepperoni.
  • Sprinkle all over with parmesan cheese.
  • Bake 40-45 minutes or until the top is bubbly and lightly browned.
  • Remove from the oven and let it sit for 15 minutes before serving.

Layered Trifle Salad Recipe

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A make-ahead salad with layered ingredients that make an attractive presentation. Besides being a great side dish, this trifle salad can also be served as a main entree. Search our site for more attractive and delicious layered trifle salads.
Ingredients
  • 2 cups spring greens or herb salad mix
  • 2 cups arugula
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 8 ounces sliced water chestnuts
  • 1 small red onion thinly sliced
  • 2 cups grape tomatoes (may cut in half if desired)
  • 8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
  • 10 ounces frozen green peas, blanched and drained
  • 3 to 4 hard boiled eggs, sliced
  • paprika - sprinkle on eggs for garnish (optional)
  • 1 3/4 cups mayonnaise (add additional mayonnaise if desired)
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 4 to 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
Directions
  • Layer ingredients in a trifle bowl or a 9" x 13" glass dish. Begin by layering the greens first, either combining the greens or layering each type of green individually. Then layer the remaining ingredients: shredded cheese, water chestnuts, red onion, grape tomatoes, mushrooms, green peas, and hard boiled eggs in order listed or as you desire. Sprinkle hard boiled eggs with paprika.
  • In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise with sugar. Spread mixture evenly over the last layer of salad. Sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan cheese on top and cover with plastic wrap.
  • Refrigerate overnight or for as long as 24 hours. Immediately before serving, sprinkle with crumbled bacon.

    Serves 6 as a main entree; serves approximately 12 as a side dish.

Garlicky Breadstick Spirals Recipe

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Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup italian seasoned dry bread crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cracked pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tube refrigerated breadstick dough (11 ounce tube)
Directions
Preheat oven to 375°. Coat baking sheet with cooking spray. Combine bread crumbs, parsley, garlic and pepper. Stir in oil. Mix well. Spread bread crumb mixture in even layer on sheet of wax paper. Unroll dough. Separate into pieces. Lay pieces, wide-side down, over bread crumb mixture, lightly press to adhere. Turn and repeat to coat remaining wide-side. On work surface, starting with short end, roll up each piece. Place seam-side down on baking sheet. Bake 13 to 16 minutes or until golden.

Banana Cream Pie with Pretzel Crust Recipe

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A great twist to the traditional banana cream pie. The crust makes this unique and flavorful dessert.
Banana Cream Pie with Pretzel Crust Recipe
PREP: 15 minutes
COOK: 10 minutes
READY IN: 1.25 hours
Servings:
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Ingredients
  • 1 cup flour
  • 3/4 cup finely crushed pretzels plus more for garnish
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 9 tablespoons butter at room temperature
  • 3 tablespoons cold water
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 4 cups non dairy whipped topping
  • 4 large bananas, sliced
  • 1 package (3 oz) vanilla instant pudding
  • 1 1/4 cups milk
Directions
  • Preheat oven to 425°.
  • In a large mixing bowl combine flour, pretzels, salt and butter until texture is crumbly. (Mixing with a fork works best).
  • Add water, mix well.
  • Dust a flat working surface with flour.
  • Roll out crust on surface with a rolling pin until you have a nice, even crust (approximately 12 inch diameter)
  • Fold in half and gently place in the pie plate. (The crust is fragile but pinches together nicely if it falls apart).
  • Flute edges, poke the bottom with a fork and bake 10-12 minutes.
  • Cool completely.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, powdered sugar, 1/2 of a sliced banana, 1 cup non dairy whipped topping.
  • Spread cream cheese mixture on top of cooled pretzel crust.
  • Slice bananas on top of cheese mixture.
  • Mix pudding and milk until thickened.
  • Pour over bananas.
  • Layer with another sliced banana.
  • Top with 3 cups of non dairy whipped topping.
  • Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.
  • May garnish with crushed pretzels or sliced bananas.
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