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Meal Plan: March 6 - 12, 2016


Herb Roasted Chicken Recipe

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Thyme, sage and parsley spruce up this whole chicken and the lemon adds a fresh quality. Serve it with roasted or mashed potatoes.
Herb Roasted Chicken Recipe
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Ingredients
  • 1 whole chicken (4 lb )
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon thyme leaves, chopped
  • 1/2 tablespoon sage leaves, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons parsley leaves, chopped (reserve stems)
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1 lemon, quartered
Directions
Preheat oven to 375°.

Wash the chicken and pat dry. Season well inside and out with the salt and pepper.

In a small bowl, combine the garlic, thyme, sage, parsley and olive oil. Rub the olive oil and herb blend into the cavity of the chicken as well as all over the exterior. Place the parsley stems in the cavity of the chicken, and squeeze each lemon quarter into the chicken and place the rind in as well. Place the bird in a roasting pan and put into the oven. Roast for about 1 hour, or until the chicken is golden brown, and the juices run clear.

Remove from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes before carving.


Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes Recipe

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You'll never make creamier potatoes than this recipe right here. The garlic doesn't overpower. For an even creamier side dish, try heating the half 'n half over low heat before adding to the potatoes.
Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes Recipe
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Ingredients
  • 4 pounds potatoes
  • 8 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 cup half 'n half
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream
  • 1/4 cup chives, chopped
Directions
Boil potatoes and garlic in water until tender; drain and mash.

Add butter and half 'n half (pour in gradually for proper consistency), sour cream and chopped chives.


Golden Crusted Brussels sprouts Recipe

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Parmesan crusted on these Brussel sprouts is the perfect combination. I loved the color these got on them as they caramelized in the pan.
Golden Crusted Brussels sprouts Recipe
PREP: 5 minutes
COOK: 15 minutes
READY IN: 25 minutes
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Ingredients
  • 24 Brussels sprouts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Directions
Wash the Brussel sprouts well, trim the stem ends and remove any raggy outer leaves, then cut in half from stem. Toss in half of the olive oil, salt and pepper.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, place the Brussels sprouts in the pan flat side down, cover and cook for about 5 minutes. Test for doneness and cook a few more minutes, if needed.

Once tender, uncover, turn up the heat, and cook until the flat sides are deep brown and caramelized. Toss then to get some browning on the rounded side.

Add the cheese and toss once more.


Mandarin Ring Mold and Fruit Salad Recipe

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Total preparation time of 20-30 minutes does not include chilling the mold for several hours or overnight.
Mandarin Ring Mold and Fruit Salad Recipe
PREP: 30 minutes
Container: 1 1/2 quart ring mold, lightly sprayed with vegetable oil.
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Ingredients
  • MANDARIN RING MOLD:
  • 3 packages orange gelatin (3 ounces each)
  • 2 1/4 cups boiling water (or choice of fruit juice)
  • 1 pint orange sherbet
  • 8 ounces frozen whipped topping, slightly thawed
  • 11 ounces mandarin oranges, drained
  • FRUIT SALAD:
  • 11 ounces mandarin oranges, drained
  • 13 ounces to 20 ounces of canned pineapple chunks or tropical fruit, drained*
  • 1 cup flaked coconut
  • 1 cup light sour cream
  • 1 cup miniature marshmallows (optional)
Directions
  • Mandarin Ring Mold: In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water (or juice). Immediately stir in sherbet and whipped topping until well combined--the sherbet and whipped topping has dissolved.
  • Add drained oranges and pour into prepared mold.
  • Chill for several hours or overnight until firm.
  • Fruit Salad: Drain canned fruit and mix remaining ingredients together. Chill several hours.
  • Unmold mandarin ring onto a serving plate and fill center with fruit salad.

              *Any combination of canned fruit you desire.


Honey Bun Cake Recipe

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Sweet swirl of cinnamon in the middle of this cake. Topped off with a sweet sugar glaze and you have a coffee cake fit for guests.
Honey Bun Cake Recipe
Container: 9x13
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Ingredients
  • 1 package yellow cake mix
  • 8 ounces sour cream
  • 2/3 cup oil
  • 4 eggs
  • FILLING:
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 3 teaspoons cinnamon
  • GLAZE:
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 2/3 cup milk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla
Directions
Mix cake ingredients in mixer and pour 1/2 batter in 9x13 pan sprayed with Pam.

In a small bowl combine filling ingredients, brown sugar and cinnmon. Top cake with filling and pour or spread remaining batter over top.

Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes.

Poke holes in cake and pour glaze over top while cake is still hot.


Pizza Burger Recipe

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Great combination of pizza and burgers. Two childhood favorites rolled into one.
Pizza Burger Recipe
PREP: 15 minutes
COOK: 15 minutes
READY IN: 30 minutes
Container: large skillet, medium mixing bowl
Serving Description: one burger
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Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/4 pound pepperoni - chopped
  • 1/4 cup pizza sauce - extra to use as a condiment
  • 1 clove garlic - minced
  • 1/4 cup onion - minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 slices mozzarella cheese or provolone cheese
  • 1 tomato - sliced
  • romaine or iceberg lettuce
  • 4 crusty rolls - sliced
Directions
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, pepperoni, pizza sauce, Italian seasoning, garlic and onions.
  • Mix well to combine all of the ingredients.
  • Divide into four equal parts and pat into burgers.
  • Salt and pepper each burger to taste.
  • Fry the burgers in a large skillet or they can easily be grilled. Cook approximately 6 minutes on each side or until they reach the desired doneness.
  • Place a slice of mozzarella or provolone cheese on each right before they are finished cooking. Allow the cheese to completely melt over the burger.
  • Spread a tablespoon of pizza sauce on each bun. Place a burger on top with lettuce and tomato.

Homemade Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

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Perfect weeknight meal on those cool fall evenings. Creamy and delicious - your entire family will love.
Homemade Macaroni and Cheese Recipe
PREP: 15 minutes
COOK: 45 minutes
READY IN: 60 minutes
Ingredients
  • 8 ounces macaroni
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 1/2 cups milk
  • 1 teaspoon ground mustard
  • 1 1/2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 8 ounces processed cheese
  • For Topping:
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
Directions
  • Cook the macaroni according to package directions. Drain.
  • In a saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add flour, salt and pepper. Cook for 1 minute.
  • Add milk all at once. Stir until thick and bubbly.
  • Add ground mustard, cheddar cheese and processed cheese. Stir until melted.
  • Mix in the cooked macaroni.
  • Transfer to a greased casserole dish.
  • For topping, combine melted butter, breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese in a small bowl. Sprinkle evenly over the top of the macaroni.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes or until golden brown.

Cherry Cola Recipe

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Control your own degree of cherry flavor by adding as much or as little cherry juice as you prefer in this soft drink favorite.
Cherry Cola Recipe
PREP: 1 minute
COOK: 0 minutes
Container: Tall Glass
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Ingredients
  • 1/2 teaspoon cherry juice
  • 12 ounces cola
  • Garnish: Maraschino cherry
Directions
  • Fill tall glass with ice. Add cherry juice.
  • Top with cola and garnish with a Maraschino cherry.

Beefy Bean Chili Recipe

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Thick and tasty chili loaded with chili beans and sweetened slightly with brown sugar. Throw together and simmer for an hour; then set down and enjoy the hearty flavor.
Beefy Bean Chili Recipe
PREP: 10 minutes
COOK: 1 hour
READY IN: 1.25 hours
Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 tablespoon minced onion
  • 1 can kidney beans
  • 1 can stewed tomatoes
  • 2 cans chili beans in mild sauce
  • 1 can tomato sauce
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
  • 1 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 1/4 tablespoons hot sauce
  • Garlic, minced (optional)
Directions
  • Brown ground beef; drain.
  • Add onion to browned beef. Mix all ingredients together in a kettle. Cover and simmer on low for 1 hour.
  • Serve with cornbread, if desired.
OPTIONAL: If desired, add minced garlic along with the other ingredients. Add garlic to desired taste.

Simple Corn Bread Recipe

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A quick corn bread that is baked up in 20 minutes. The melted butter keeps it moist and the corn meal sweetens it right up. Enjoy!
Simple Corn Bread Recipe
Ingredients
  • 1 cup corn meal
  • 1 cup flour
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 7 tablespoons butter, melted
Directions
Sift cornmeal, flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder together into large mixing bowl.

Mix eggs and milk into dry mixture, beat well.

Stir in melted butter.

Pour ingredients into a greased 7x11" pan. Bake at 425° for 20 minutes.


Cinnamon Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

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Enhance the traditional chocolate chip cookie with a touch of fragrant cinnamon.
Cinnamon Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
PREP: 15 minutes
COOK: 5 minutes
Serving Description: Makes 5 dozen or 30 (2 cookie) servings.
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Ingredients
  • 3 1/4 cups flour
  • 1 tablespoon McCormick® Cinnamon, Ground
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/3 cups butter, softened
  • 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 teaspoons McCormick® Pure Vanilla Extract
  • 1 package (12 ounces) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
Directions
1. Mix flour, cinnamon, baking soda and salt in medium bowl. Set aside. Beat butter and sugars in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla; mix well. Gradually beat in flour mixture on low speed until well mixed. Stir in chocolate chips and walnuts. Refrigerate 1 hour.

2. Preheat oven to 375° F. Drop by by rounded tablespoons about 2 inches apart onto ungreased baking sheets.

3. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on baking sheets 1 minute. Remove to wire racks; cool completely.

Italian Sausage and Pasta Bake Recipe

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Full-flavored Italian sausage, tender sauteed vegetables, and smooth, mellow cheese combine in this splendid pasta dish.
Italian Sausage and Pasta Bake Recipe
PREP: 30 minutes
COOK: 20 minutes
READY IN: 50 minutes
Container: heavy skillet, 3 quart baking dish
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Ingredients
  • 8 ounces pasta, linguine or similar
  • 1/2 pound fresh Italian sausage
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 cup sweet green pepper, chopped
  • 1 medium sweet onion, chopped fine
  • 1 clove garlic, chopped
  • 4 ounces can sliced mushrooms, drained
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 28 ounces prepared spaghetti sauce with mushrooms
  • 12 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
  • garnish: fresh grated parmesan cheese
Directions
  • In a heavy skillet over medium heat, brown sausage, ground beef, green pepper, onions, and garlic until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are softened, approximately 15 minutes. Drain off excess grease. Add the drained canned mushrooms and heat thoroughly. Pour spaghetti sauce over meat and vegetable mixture in skillet and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350° F.
  • Spray 3 quart baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
  • While sauce simmers, prepare pasta according to package directions. Drain pasta and pour into baking dish. Top with meat sauce and combine lightly. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over top and bake 20 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and light golden in color.
  • Serve hot. Garnish with parmesan cheese, if desired.

Simple Scalloped Corn Recipe

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A perfect side dish for any meal. This sweet corn casserole can be made the day before and then baked just before serving, saving you time when you are busy preparing the rest of the meal.
Simple Scalloped Corn Recipe
Container: 9 x 13 baking dish
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Ingredients
  • 3 cans regular corn
  • 3 cans creamed corn
  • 1 tube saltine crackers
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 eggs
  • salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
  • Drain 3 cans regular corn; mix in with the creamed corn.
  • Lightly beat 2 eggs in a bowl; add to corn mixture.
  • Scrunch up 1 sleeve saltine crackers; add to mixture.
  • Cut butter into thin slices and place on top of corn.
  • Bake 1 hr. 30 minutes at 350 degrees F.

Italian Bubble Bread Recipe

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Tear apart garlic bread that uses ready made bread dough. Great flavor and since the pieces are smaller, the garlic and seasonings are on every bite.
Italian Bubble Bread Recipe
PREP: 20 minutes
COOK: 30 minutes
READY IN: 50 minutes
Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1 package grated Parmesan cheese (5 ounce pkg)
  • 2 loaves frozen white bread dough, thawed (1 lb loaves)
Directions
In a bowl. combine butter and seasonings. Cut dough into pieces, dip into butter mixture then roll into parmesan cheese.

Place bread pieces in buttered 9x13 inch baking dish.

Cover and let rise until doubles, approximately 1 hour.

Bake 30 minutes at 350 degrees F.


Hawaiian Ham and Cheese Sandwiches Recipe

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Sandwiches that will feed a crowd. You make it up the night before which makes it so handy when you are entertaining. The sweet Hawaiian rolls and the salty ham and seasonings are great together.
Hawaiian Ham and Cheese Sandwiches Recipe
PREP: 20 minutes
COOK: 20 minutes
READY IN: 40 minutes
Ingredients
  • 1 package Hawaiian King sweet rolls
  • 1 pound ham, thinly sliced
  • 12 slices Swiss cheese
  • 1/2 cup butter or margarine
  • 4 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
Directions
Cut rolls in half. Place desired amount of ham on each roll. Cut slice of Swiss cheese in half then fold cheese in half and place on top of ham. Fold sandwich back together.

In a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder, allow to cool for 5-10 minutes.

Pour the butter mixture over the top of the sandwiches. Sprinkle poppy seeds over the top.

Place foil lightly over the top and refrigerate overnight or for 6-8 hours.

Bake at 350 for 15-20 minutes.


Yummy Potatoes Recipe

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Creamy cheesy potatoes that make a nice side dish for any entree.
Yummy Potatoes Recipe
Ingredients
  • 6 potatoes (medium)
  • 1 pint sour Cream
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup
  • 1/3 cup chopped green onions or other onions
  • 1 1/2 cups cheese
  • 1/2 - 1/3 cup crushed cornflakes
  • 2 tablespoons butter
Directions
  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Cook potatoes, peel when cooled. Grate or dice them. Or peel, dice and then cook them.
  • Place in 9 x 13 baking dish. Heat the 1/4 c butter until melted and add soup, sour cream, onions and cheese. Mix well. Pour mixture over potatoes.
  • Combine 1/2 - 1/3 c crushed cornflakes with 2-3 tbsp butter and sprinkled over potatoes.
  • Bake for 45 min.

Moms Scalloped Corn Recipe

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Simple ingredients lead to a perfectly delicious side dish. Warm and creamy with a crunchy topping, you'll want seconds for sure.
Moms Scalloped Corn Recipe
Ingredients
  • 1 can whole kernel corn, drained
  • 1 can cream style corn
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 1/4 cups saltine crackers, finely crushed (divided)
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 2 quart pan.

In a large bowl, combine corn, milk, 1 cup cracker crumbs, eggs and salt. Pour into prepared pan. Dot with butter and sprinkle with remaining cracker crumbs on top.

Bake for 45-60 minutes.


Moms Famous Chili Recipe

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Brown sugar sweetens this chili up to perfection. But the Worcestershire sauce gives it a depth of flavor that will taste like its been cooking all day. Serve it beside grilled cheese and saltine crackers.
Moms Famous Chili Recipe
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Ingredients
  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 onion, diced (large)
  • 3 stalks celery, diced
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 3/4 cup ketchup
  • 1 quart tomato juice
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 2 cans chili beans (15.5 ounce cans)
Directions
In a large pot, brown ground beef with onion and celery. Drain.

Add salt, vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and ketchup. Simmer 20-30 minutes.

Add tomato juice, chili powder, and beans. Simmer another 30 minutes or longer.


Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe

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This classic sandwich with melted cheese is a favorite for kids of all ages.
Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe
PREP: 5 minutes
COOK: 1 minute
READY IN: 10 minutes
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Ingredients
  • 4 slices bread, white or wheat
  • butter or margarine
  • 4 slices American cheese
Directions
  • Butter one side of each slice of bread. Place 2 slices of bread, butter side down, onto skillet.
  • Add 2 slices of cheese. Top with remaining slices of bread, butter side away from cheese.
  • Cook on medium high heat until both sides brown lightly.
  • Cut in half and serve.

Vanilla Cola Recipe

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Simple, tasty idea to give added flavor to your favorite cola.
Vanilla Cola Recipe
PREP: 1 minute
COOK: 0 minutes
Container: Tall Glass
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Ingredients
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 12 ounces cola
  • garnish: lemon wedge
Directions
  • Fill tall glass with ice. Add vanilla extract.
  • Top with cola and garnish with lemon wedge.

Smoked Sausage and Penne Bake Recipe

Something different for supper that even the kids will like.
Smoked Sausage and Penne Bake Recipe
PREP: 20 minutes
COOK: 1 hour
READY IN: 1.25 hours
Container: Large Skillet, 3 qt casserole
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Ingredients
  • package smoked sausage, cut into 1/4
  • 1 can cream of celery soup
  • 2 1/2 cups milk
  • 2 1/2 cups penne pasta, uncooked
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups French fried onions
  • 1 cup frozen peas
Directions
Heat oven to 375° F. Brown sausage slices in skillet; drain.

Combine soup and milk in 3-qt. casserole. Stir in pasta, sausage, 1/2 cup cheese, 1/2 cup French fried onions and peas.

Bake 45 minutes covered tightly with foil. Uncover and top with remaining cheese and French fried onions. Bake 3 minutes until golden. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Simple Toss Salad Recipe

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Sometimes all you need to finish out your menu is a simple lettuce salad. You can add any of your favorite toppings you have on hand or just top it with your favorite dressing.
Simple Toss Salad Recipe
PREP: 15 minutes
READY IN: 15 minutes
Ingredients
  • Lettuce, torn or cut into bite size pieces
  • 1 carrot, shredded
  • Salad dressing of choice
Directions
  • Tear or chop lettuce into bite size pieces. Place in a large serving bowl.
  • If desired, shred a carrot and toss with the lettuce to mix in.
  • Add any other of your favorite toppings that you may have on hand. Some common toppings are tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, radishes, broccoli, cauliflower, cheese, bacon bits, and croutons.
  • Serve lettuce salad and allow everyone to top it with their favorite dressing.

Cheddar Biscuits 6 Recipe

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Cheddar Biscuits 6 Recipe
PREP: 5 minutes
COOK: 10 minutes
READY IN: 15 minutes
Ingredients
  • 2 cups biscuit mix
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2/3 cup milk
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Directions
Preheat oven to 450°.

Stir together the biscuit mix, cheddar cheese and milk until a soft dough forms. Beat with a wooden spoon for about 30 seconds.

Spoon onto a greased cookie sheet and smooth down tops to prevent hard points from forming. Bake 8-10 minutes, until tops are brown.

While biscuits are baking, melt the butter in a pan and stir in garlic powder.

Once the biscuits are done brush the tops with the butter mixture.

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