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Meal Plan: June 24 - 30, 2012


Savory Roasted Chicken Recipe

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A seasoning mixture is tucked under the skin to stick to the chicken. The seasonings include thyme, savory, pepper and some orange zest to freshen it up just a touch.
Savory Roasted Chicken Recipe
PREP: 10 minutes
COOK: 2 hours
READY IN: 2 hours
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Ingredients
  • 1 roasting chicken (6 pounds)
  • 1 teaspoon onion salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried savory
  • 1/4 teaspoon orange peel, grated
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
Directions
Place chicken on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Carefully loosen the skin above the breast meat.

Combine the onion salt, thyme, savory, orange peel and pepper; rub half of the herb mixture under the loosened skin. Rub chicken skin with oil; sprinkle with remaining herb mixture.

Bake at 375° for 1 1/2 to 2 hours or until a meat thermometer reads 180°.

Let stand for 10-15 minutes.

Remove skin before carving. Skim fat and thicken pan juices for gravy, if desired.


Mashed Potatoes Recipe

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A necessity for classic comfort-food.
Mashed Potatoes Recipe
PREP: 15 minutes
COOK: 30 minutes
Serving Description: 1 cup
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Ingredients
  • 2 pounds potatoes (russets) peeled, cut into large chuncks
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • water (cover potatoes with water)
  • 3 tablespoons butter, melted (more if desired)
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup milk, warmed, more for desired consistency
Directions
  • In a large sauce pan, place peeled potatoes and cover with water. Add approximately 1 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and cook until fork tender (about 15 to 20 minutes). Drain.
  • Put drained potatoes in a deep bowl, add melted butter and 1/4 cup of warm milk and mash with an electric beater until smooth. Add more milk and butter for desired consistency.
  • Salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh herbs such as chopped chives, fresh chopped parsley, or add shredded cheddar cheese, if desired.

Perfect Chicken Gravy Recipe

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For perfectly smooth chicken gravy that's a snap to prepare, start with McCormick® Chicken Gravy Mix and add chicken drippings from the roasting pan.
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PREP: 5 minutes
COOK: 5 minutes
Serving Description: Makes 8 (1/4-cup) servings.
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Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1/2 cup chicken drippings
  • 2 packages McCormick® Chicken Gravy Mix
Directions
1. Pour water and chicken drippings into medium saucepan. Stir in Gravy Mixes with wire whisk until smooth.

2. Stirring frequently, cook on medium heat until gravy comes to boil. Reduce heat to low; simmer 1 minute or until thickened, stirring occasionally. (Gravy will continue to thicken upon standing.)

Herbed Summer Green Beans Recipe

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When green beans are bountiful in your garden or the local farm stand, prepare this quick and easy side dish. It's seasoned with a Super Spice combination of rosemary and thyme.
Herbed Summer Green Beans Recipe
PREP: 10 minutes
COOK: 10 minutes
Serving Description: Makes 4 servings.
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Ingredients
  • 1 pound green beans, trimmed
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon McCormick® Rosemary Leaves
  • 1/2 teaspoon McCormick® Thyme Leaves
  • 1/4 teaspoon McCormick® Sea Salt Grinder
  • 1/8 teaspoon McCormick® Black Pepper, Ground
Directions
1. Bring beans and water to cover to boil in medium saucepan. Reduce heat to low; simmer 4 to 6 minutes or until tender-crisp. Drain. Return beans to saucepan.

2. Toss with vinegar, oil, rosemary, thyme, sea salt and pepper. Cook and stir over medium heat 1 to 2 minutes or until heated through.

Layered Jell-O and Banana Salad Recipe

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Layered with Jell-O, bananas, and whipped topping, this recipe is super easy to make and one that the whole family will enjoy. A simple salad that will go with any meal.
Layered Jell-O and Banana Salad Recipe
PREP: 15 minutes
READY IN: 15 minutes
Container: Serving Bowl
Servings:
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Ingredients
  • 1 package Jell-O, favorite flavor - small pkg.
  • 2 bananas
  • Whipped topping - less than 8 oz. container
Directions
  • Make Jell-O according to the package directions and pour into the serving bowl. Refrigerate until fairly firm.
  • Cut two bananas into approximately 1/8 inch thick slices. Layer the slices over the top of the Jell-O. You should have at least two layers of bananas.
  • Spread whipped topping over the layer of bananas. Make the whipped topping layer approximately 1 inch thick or maybe a little less. It should not take a full 8 oz. container of whipped topping.
  • Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Note: We like to make this with cherry or strawberry Jell-O but you can use any flavor you would like.

Banana Split Dessert with Pineapple Recipe

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Banana splits are a favorite but also can be a hassle to make for a crowd. This dessert is made and refrigerated until ready to serve. Try it for your next guests and serve them up a slice of a childhood favorite.
Banana Split Dessert with Pineapple Recipe
PREP: 1 minute
READY IN: 1 hour
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Ingredients
  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 3/4 cup softened butter
  • 4 bananas
  • 1 can crushed pineapple (regular can)
  • 1 package Cool Whip (8 ounce pkg)
  • 1/2 cup maraschino cherries
  • 3/4 cup chopped nuts
Directions
  • Mix the crumbs and melted butter for crust and spread into a 9x13 pan and refrigerate.
  • Beat the next 3 ingredients with electric mixer for not less than 15 minutes. Spread over crust, refrigerate for 5 minutes.
  • Cover with thinly sliced bananas and top with pineapple. Cover with cool whip and sprinkle with cherries and nuts on top.
  • Keep in refrigerator. No baking is required.
Note: It is recommended to use an egg substitute in place of the egg called for in this recipe. This is due to the fact that this recipe is not baked or cooked.

Best Ever Meatloaf with Special Sauce Recipe

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A hint of nutmeg in the ketchup and brown sugar sauce on top of this moist meatloaf will have everyone coming back for another slice.
Best Ever Meatloaf with Special Sauce Recipe
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Ingredients
  • MEATLOAF:
  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup corn flakes
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 teaspoons pepper
  • 2 tablespoons parsley, minced
  • SPECIAL SAUCE:
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons brown mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Prepare sauce in a bowl and set aside.

Combine meatloaf ingredients with hands until evenly mixed. Work in half of the sauce with the meatloaf.

Place the meatloaf on a loaf pan and shape it. Pour the remaining sauce on top and bake for 50 minutes or until center is no longer pink.

NOTE: For those who prefer a kick, try adding another tablespoon of mustard and a dash of cayenne pepper.


Simple Baked Potatoes Recipe

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Baked potatoes are so simple, yet perfect for any meal. Throw them in the oven and then top the potatoes with your favorite toppings when they are done. Not to mention budget friendly, too.
Simple Baked Potatoes Recipe
PREP: 5 minutes
COOK: 1 hour
READY IN: 1 hour
Ingredients
  • 4 baking potatoes
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1/4 cup sour cream (optional)
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons bacon bits (optional)
  • salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
Wash and clean potatoes. Prick each potato with a fork. Grease each potato with oil. Wrap individually in foil. Bake at 450° directly on wire rack in oven. For smaller potatoes, bake for 1 hour. For larger potatoes, bake 1 1/2 to 2 hours.

When baked, cut in half and fluff pulp with a fork. Serve with butter, sour cream, cheese, bacon bits, salt and pepper.

NOTE: If you want to speed up the process, you can put the potatoes in the microwave on high for 2 minutes after you prick them and before greasing with oil. This will take about 20-30 minutes off your baking time.


Scalloped Corn Recipe

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Scalloped Corn Recipe
COOK: 1 hour
Container: 9 x 13 Baking dish
Ingredients
  • 2 cans whole corn
  • 2 cans creamed corn
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1 1/3 cups milk
  • 3 eggs, beaten
  • 2 packages saltine crackers, crushed, divided
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Mix all of the corn, butter, milk, eggs, 1 package of crackers, sugar, salt, and pepper together.
  • Place in a baking dish. Sprinkle the other package of crackers on top.
  • Bake for 45-60 minutes.

Smores Cookies Recipe

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All the flavor of those campfire treats but none of the mess. Make them up and hand them out. No fussing over waiting for a marshmallow stick. They taste great, too.
Smores Cookies Recipe
PREP: 15 minutes
COOK: 10 minutes
READY IN: 1 hour
Container: 2 10x15 baking pans
Ingredients
  • 2 packages graham crackers
  • 2 1/2 cups flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 11 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows
  • 3 Hershey candy bars
Directions
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Line baking pans with parchment paper. Lay graham crackers side by side on pans as close as possible.

In a medium bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, salt and cinnamon.

In a large bowl, cream butter with sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, and vanilla; mix until combined.

Add flour mixture to the butter mixture and combine.

Fold in the chocolate chips and marshmallows.

Place 1 1/2 tablespoons of dough on each graham cracker square, pressing lightly. Bake for 5 minutes.

Remove from oven and press a chocolate rectangle on top of each. Bake for 5-7 more minutes or until dough is golden brown at edges.

Remove to wire rack to cool. Cool completely before cutting with a sharp knife.


Cheesy Pizza Hotdish Recipe

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Layers of meat, cheese, and sauce over a spaghetti crust make this pizza hotdish irresistible. Add a slice of garlic toast to this dish and you have a complete and satisfying meal.
Cheesy Pizza Hotdish Recipe
PREP: 45 minutes
READY IN: 1.25 hours
Container: 9 x 13 baking dish
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Ingredients
  • 8 ounces vermicelli or thin spaghetti
  • 2 tablespoons butter or margarine - melted
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 onion - finely chopped
  • 15 ounces pizza quick sauce
  • 8 ounces tomato sauce
  • 8 ounces Swiss cheese
  • 16 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 package pepperoni slices
  • green olives (optional)
Directions
  • Cook the vermicelli. While vermicelli is cooking, melt the butter and pour it into the bottom of the baking dish.
  • When the vermicelli is done cooking, drain it and place it in the bottom of the baking dish with the melted butter.
  • Brown the hamburger and onion; drain off the grease.
  • Add the pizza quick sauce and tomato sauce to the browned hamburger.
  • Pour the meat mixture over the vermicelli; spread out evenly.
  • Sprinkle the Swiss cheese over the meat mixture and then sprinkle the Mozzarella cheese over the Swiss cheese layer.
  • Layer the pepperoni on top. Optional: add green olives on top of the pepperoni layer.
  • Place in the refrigerator overnight. Bake at 400 degrees F. for 25 minutes.

Fried Garlic Asparagus Recipe

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An easy to prepare asparagus dish with a touch of garlic. Perfect side dish to add to any meal.
Fried Garlic Asparagus Recipe
PREP: 10 minutes
COOK: 15 minutes
READY IN: 25 minutes
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Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon coarse salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed into 2" pieces
Directions
  • In a large skillet over medium high heat, melt butter. Add olive oil, salt and pepper and mix well.
  • Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, being careful not to brown the garlic.
  • Add 2-inch asparagus pieces and cook until cooked throughout, turning occasionally.

Simple Garlic Toast Recipe

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Super simple garlic toast that goes great with lasagna, spaghetti, chili, salads, and much more. It only takes three ingredients to make this tasty toasted garlic bread.
Simple Garlic Toast Recipe
Ingredients
  • 1 pound French bread - plain or seasoned
  • 8 tablespoons to 12 tablespoons of butter or margarine, softened (use more if needed)
  • Garlic salt
Directions
  • Slice the bread into 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick slices.
  • Butter each side generously with the softened butter.
  • Lay buttered slices on a baking sheet and sprinkle the tops lightly with garlic salt.
  • Place under the broiler in your oven until lightly toasted on top.
  • Turn the slices over once the tops are toasted and toast the bottom side.
  • Remove from the baking sheet when they are toasted on both sides.
  • Serve and enjoy!
Note: As you are toasting the bread, the slices will not toast evenly so watch closely and take the baking sheet out and turn the slices as they get done on one side. Remove them from the pan as they get toasted on both sides. They toast pretty quickly under the broiler once they get started so be sure to watch them closely so they do not burn.

Chopped Barbecue Chicken Salad Recipe

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How could a chicken salad recipe be any better than this? South of the border flavors are featured in this delicious combination of chopped grilled chicken, salad greens, a variety of chopped veggies, red beans, and Mexican cheese all topped with a tangy barbecue lime sauce.
Chopped Barbecue Chicken Salad Recipe
PREP: 20 minutes
READY IN: 25 minutes
Container: grill, large serving bowl
Serving Size: 1 cup
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Ingredients
  • SALAD DRESSING
  • 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • SALAD INGREDIENTS
  • 15 ounces red beans (dark or light kidney beans), rinsed, drained
  • 2 boneless, skinless, chicken breasts - grilled, cut up
  • 15 ounces corn - drained (may also use fresh corn, cooked and cooled)
  • 1 cup bell peppers - chopped (assortment of colors)
  • 1 cup radishes, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup red onion - chopped
  • 1 tomato - chopped
  • 10 ounces mixed greens bag
  • 1 cup Mexican cheese - shredded
Directions
  • Dressing: Combine barbecue sauce, olive oil, lime juice, and red wine vinegar. Whisk together.
  • In bowl, place mixed greens. Top with red beans, garbanzo beans, corn, sliced peppers, radishes, red onion, and tomato.
  • Add cooked, chopped chicken. Toss to combine.
  • Pour dressing over right before serving. Toss to combine.
  • Sprinkle crushed chips over top and cheese.
  • *Can make ahead but don't pour on dressing until ready to serve, along with chips.

Apple Enchilada Recipe

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Among dessert recipes, this one takes its place as one of the most inventive. With a few simple ingredients, you can quickly prepare these tasty fruit-filled enchiladas that pair so well with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Apple Enchilada Recipe
PREP: 15 minutes
COOK: 20 minutes
READY IN: 35 minutes
Container: 8x8 baking dish - coated with nonstick cooking spray
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Ingredients
  • tortillas (8-inch)
  • 21 ounces apple pie filling, 1 can
  • 1/3 cup butter or margarine
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
Directions
  • Preheat oven to 350° F.
  • Warm tortillas in the microwave for approximately 20 seconds. This makes them easier to fold without cracking. Spoon fruit evenly onto the center of the tortillas. Sprinkle with cinnamon. Roll tortillas part way, tuck in ends, and finish rolling. Place, seam side down, in baking dish.
  • Bring butter, sugars, and water to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and stir constantly for 3 minutes. Pour sauce over the tortillas and sprinkle with extra cinnamon.
  • Bake for 20 minutes.

    Note: Any type of pie filling can be used for this recipe.

SOUTHERN ICED TEA 2 Recipe

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Ingredients
  • 8 tea bags black tea
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 1 quart water
Directions
Pour the sugar in a two quart pitcher. Set aside. Place one quart water in large pot on stove top burner set on medium-high heat. Add tea bags to water. Bring water just to the point where small bubbles begin to form around edge of pot. Do not bring to a full boil. Remove from heat and discard tea bags. Pour hot tea in pitcher containing sugar. Mix well until all sugar is dissolved. Add one tray of ice. Stir. Add water from tap to bring water level to within four inches of top of pitcher. Refrigerate for thirty minutes.

Smothered Mushroom Burger Recipe

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Grilled burgers with mushrooms smothering the top are perfect in the summer or any time of year. Add some Swiss cheese and you'll have oohs and aahs around the table.
Smothered Mushroom Burger Recipe
PREP: 15 minutes
COOK: 15 minutes
READY IN: 30 minutes
Serving Size: 6
Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 pounds ground sirloin
  • 1 tablespoon steak seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Directions
Preheat grill to medium-high heat.

Combine ground sirloin and steak seasoning in mixing bowl. Mix well with your hands. Divide into 6 sections. Form a small round ball with your hands until tight. Then flatten with both hands to form patty.

In a small skillet, melt butter. Cook onion until translucent, 3-5 minutes. Add garlic, mushrooms, olive oil and Worcetershire sauce. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Simmer until mushrooms are soft and dark, approximately 15 minutes.

Meanwhile, grill burgers 6-8 minutes per side.

Serve burgers on hamburger buns topping with mushrooms and any other desired toppings like lettuce, tomato, cheese, mayonnaise and ketchup.


Baked Potato Chips Recipe

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Make your own potato chips with these 6 simple ingredients. You'll never grab for those processed chips in the store again. Mix up the seasonings to fit your tastes and preferences.
Baked Potato Chips Recipe
PREP: 10 minutes
COOK: 25 minutes
READY IN: 35 minutes
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Ingredients
  • 4 potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 8 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
Directions
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.

Thinly slice potatoes, approximately 1/4 inch thick.

In a large zipper bag, combine oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder and parmesan cheese; mix. Add potatoes and mix to combine. Place potatoes in a single layer on pepared baking sheet.

Bake for 25-30 minutes, until golden brown.


Calico Beans Recipe

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This Calico Beans recipe is an easy to prepare favorite to serve as a tangy side dish for outdoor barbecues or as a warming comfort food for those cool autumn nights.
Calico Beans Recipe
PREP: 20 minutes
COOK: 2 hours
Container: 8 quart casserole
Serving Size: cup
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Ingredients
  • 2 large onions, peeled and chopped
  • 1 pound Chorizo sausage
  • 32 ounces canned lima beans (drained)
  • 32 ounces canned garbanzo beans (drained)
  • 32 ounces canned butter beans (drained)
  • 56 ounces canned baked beans (undrained)
  • 14 ounces catsup
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons liquid smoke
  • 1/3 cup yellow mustard
Directions
  • Saute onions and sausage.
  • Combine all ingredients and pour into a large cassserole.
  • Cover and bake at 350° for 1 1/2 to 2 hours. May substitute other beans of your choice.

Steak Lovers Pizza Recipe

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Grilled pizza with a topping of grilled steak, peppers and onions will please the meat lovers in the crowd.
Steak Lovers Pizza Recipe
PREP: 20 minutes
COOK: 20 minutes
Serving Description: Makes 8 servings.
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Ingredients
  • 1 pound boneless beef sirloin steak
  • 4 teaspoons McCormick® Grill Mates® Montreal Steak Seasoning
  • 1 medium onion, sliced crosswise into 1/2-inch thick slices
  • 1 red or yellow bell pepper, cut into 2-inch wide strips
  • 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon olive oil, divided
  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
  • 1 pound fresh pizza dough o frozen dough, thawed %3cu%3eor%3c/u%3e 1 prepared thin pizza crust (12-inch)
Directions
1. Sprinkle both sides of steak with 3 teaspoons of the Montreal Steak Seasoning. Brush vegetables with 1 teaspoon of the oil. Grill steak over medium heat 5 to 7 minutes per side or until desired doneness. Grill vegetables 6 to 8 minutes or until tender-crisp. Cut steak and vegetables into bite-size pieces. Mix cheese and remaining 1 teaspoon Seasoning in small bowl.

2. Stretch or roll pizza dough on floured baking sheet to a 12- to 14-inch round, about 1/4-inch thick. Brush top of dough with remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Place oiled-side down on the grill. Close lid. Grill over medium heat 1 to 2 minutes or until grill marks appear on the bottom of the crust. Carefully flip crust over using tongs or spatula.

3. Layer crust with 1/2 of the cheese, grilled steak, vegetables and remaining cheese. Close lid. Grill 3 to 4 minutes longer or until cheese is melted and crust is browned. (Check pizza often to avoid burning. Rotate pizza, if necessary.) Slide pizza onto baking sheet. Slice and serve immediately.

Variation: Prepare as directed, using Grill Mates® Mesquite Seasoning in place of the Montreal Steak Seasoning.

 

Test Kitchen Tips:

  • Pizza dough may be purchased from the prepared deli or dairy section of the supermarket. If frozen, thaw dough in refrigerator.

 

  • For ease in stretching or rolling, let dough stand at room temperature 1 to 2 hours.

 

  • Fresh pizza dough may also be purchased from your local pizzeria.

 


Zesty Veggie Pizza Recipe

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Take advantage of seasonal produce with a this grilled vegetable pizza that combines a variety of colorful bell peppers, zucchini and fresh ricotta and mozzarella.
Zesty Veggie Pizza Recipe
PREP: 20 minutes
COOK: 15 minutes
Serving Description: Makes 8 servings.
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Ingredients
  • 1 package McCormick® Grill Mates® Zesty Herb Marinade
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into 2-inch wide strips
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 2-inch wide strips
  • 1 medium red onion, sliced crosswise into 1/2-inch thick slices
  • 1 medium zucchini, sliced lengthwise into 1/2-inch thick slices
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella or Italian blend cheese, divided
  • 1 pound fresh pizza dough or frozen dough, thawed %3cu%3eor%3c/u%3e 1 prepared thin pizza crust (12-inch)
Directions
1. Prepare Marinade Mix as directed on package. Mix ricotta cheese and 1 tablespoon of the marinade in small bowl. Refrigerate until ready to use. Place vegetables in large resealable plastic bag or glass dish. Add remaining marinade; toss to coat well. Refrigerate 15 minutes or longer for extra flavor. Remove vegetables from marinade, reserving marinade.

2. Grill vegetables over medium-high heat 2 to 4 minutes per side or until tender-crisp, brushing with reserved marinade halfway through grilling. Cut into bite-size pieces.

3. Stretch or roll dough on floured baking sheet to a 12- to 14-inch round, about 1/4-inch thick. Brush top of dough with oil. Place oiled-side down on the grill. Close lid. Grill over medium heat 1 to 2 minutes or until grill marks appear on the bottom of the crust. Carefully flip crust over using tongs or spatula.

4. Layer crust with ricotta cheese mixture, 1/2 of the mozzarella cheese, grilled vegetables and remaining mozzarella cheese. Close lid. Grill 3 to 4 minutes longer or until cheese is melted and crust is browned. (Check pizza often to avoid burning. Rotate pizza, if necessary.) Slide pizza onto baking sheet. Slice and serve immediately.

Test Kitchen Tips:

  • Pizza dough may be purchased from the prepared deli or dairy section of the supermarket. If frozen, thaw dough in refrigerator.

 

  • For ease in stretching or rolling, let dough stand at room temperature 1 to 2 hours.

 

  • Fresh pizza dough may also be purchased from your local pizzeria.

 


Fresh Fruit Pizza Recipe

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Light and refreshing dessert that can be made with any combination of fruit.
Fresh Fruit Pizza Recipe
PREP: 20 minutes
COOK: 10 minutes
READY IN: 1.5 hours
Container: 11x9 baking sheet, small mixing bowl, microwave safe bowl
Serving Description: 2 inch square
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Ingredients
  • 1 package (16.5 oz.) sugar cookie dough roll
  • 8 ounces cream cheese - softened
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 fresh peaches - pitted and sliced
  • 1 quart fresh strawberries - hulled and sliced
  • 2 cups fresh bing cherries - pitted and halved
  • 1/2 cup peach jelly
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Directions
  • Pre-heat oven to 350°
  • Roll sugar cookie dough into an 11x9 inch rectangle or a 12 inch circle.
  • Place the dough onto a baking sheet.
  • Bake for 8-10 minutes, just until light golden brown.
  • In a small mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, sugar and vanilla extract until smooth.
  • When the cookie crust is cool, spread the cream cheese mixture over the crust. Leave a 1/4 inch of crust showing around the edge.
  • Top with assorted fruit.
  • Place jelly and lemon juice in a microwave safe bowl and heat for 45 seconds in the microwave.
  • Pour this over the fruit.
  • Chill until ready to serve.

Baked Meatballs Recipe

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Use for spaghetti, meatball sandwiches, or as the main dish with your favorite topping.
Baked Meatballs Recipe
COOK: 40 minutes
Ingredients
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon minced instant onion, dried
  • 1 pound Ground Beef
  • 1 slice bread, cubed
  • 3/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • dash Worcestershire sauce
Directions
Combine all ingredients; mix well. Roll meat into balls. Place meatballs in baking dish.

Bake at 350° F for 30-40 minutes.


Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

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Container: Large saucepan
Ingredients
  • 2 (15 oz) cans tomato sauce
  • 1 (8 oz) can tomato paste
  • 1 can tomato soup
  • 1/2 teaspoon basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 3 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 1/2 Parmesan cheese (shredded or grated)
Directions
  • Mix all ingredients.
  • Cook on low, stirring often to prevent the cheese from burning.
  • Once heated, serve over cooked pasta.

Mandarin Orange Lettuce Salad with Carmelized Almonds Recipe

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Caramelized almonds are a crispy addition to this salad. Great salad for entertaining.
Mandarin Orange Lettuce Salad with Carmelized Almonds Recipe
PREP: 10 minutes
COOK: 0 minutes
READY IN: 10 minutes
Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup almonds, sliced
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 head red leaf lettuce, torn
  • 1 can mandarin oranges, drained (11 ounce can)
  • DRESSING:
  • 1/2 tablespoon salt
  • 1/4 cup oil
  • 1 dash pepper
  • 1 tablespoon parsley
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 dash Tabasco sauce
Directions
Melt sugar over medium heat. Add almonds to coat. Remove and let cool.

Toss lettuce with oranges and cooled almonds.

For the dressing, mix all ingredients and shake or stir well.

Add dressing to salad, to taste, and toss. Serve immediately.


Easy Cheesy Bread Recipe

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Easy Cheesy Bread Recipe
COOK: 15 minutes
READY IN: 15 minutes
Ingredients
  • 1 french or Italian bread - 1 loaf unsliced
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese - or any variety
Directions
  • Preheat oven to 400° F.
  • Cut French bread in half lengthwise.
  • Mix mayonnaise and cheese and spread over both halves of bread.
  • Bake 10-12 minutes or until cheese is melted.
  • Slice and serve.

Pineapple Custard Cake Recipe

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A homemade cake with the fresh flavor of pineapple. The pineapple juice in this cake recipe and the pineapple-flavored custard really make the cake's flavor come through. This Pineapple Custard Cake Recipe is sure to be a hit with family and friends.
Pineapple Custard Cake Recipe
PREP: 2 hours
COOK: 30 minutes
READY IN: 2.5 hours
Servings:
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Ingredients
  • CAKE:
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar , divided
  • 3 eggs , separated
  • 2 1/2 cups cake flour , or substitute 2 cups plus 2 tbsp. of all purpose flour mixed with add 5 tbsp. of cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 cup canned pineapple juice
  • FILLING:
  • 4 1/2 tablespoons flour
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 10 tablespoons pineapple juice (equals 1/2 cup + 2 tbsp.)
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 egg - beaten
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
  • FROSTING:
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 6 tablespoons pineapple juice
  • 2 teaspoons lemon extract
Directions
CAKE:
  • Prepare pans by greasing sides and bottoms of three 8-inch round cake pans. Cover the bottom with waxed paper and set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and 1 cup of sugar together until light and fluffy.
  • Separate the yolks from the egg whites and mix the beaten egg yolks into the butter mixture.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the flour baking powder, baking soda, and remaining 1/2 cup of sugar.
  • Whisk together and then start gradually adding these dry ingredients to the butter and sugar mixture, alternating with the pineapple juice and almond extract.
  • Beat until thoroughly mixed.
  • In a separate bowl beat the egg whites until stiff and then add the remaining 1/2 cup of sugar. Beat until stiff and glossy.
  • Fold the egg white mixture into the rest of the batter until mixed evenly.
  • Pour batter into the three prepared cake pans, dividing evenly.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F. for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle of the cake comes out clean.
  • Remove from the oven and allow the layers to cool for 10 minutes and then remove from the pans and place on a cooling rack. Allow the cake to cool completely before adding filling and frosting.
FILLING:
  • In a small saucepan, combine the flour, salt, sugar, pineapple juice, and lemon juice.
  • Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to a boil and thickens.
  • Remove from the heat and add the beaten egg, whisking in quickly.
  • Place the pan in an inch of hot water to keep mixture warm while adding the butter and lemon zest; stir until butter melts and is mixed in thoroughly.
  • Allow filling to cool completely. Can place in the refrigerator to speed cooling time.
FROSTING:
  • Cream the butter in a large mixing bowl until fluffy.
  • Add 2 cups of powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time. Mix in well after each addition.
  • Add the pineapple juice and lemon extract; mix in until evenly distributed.
  • Add the rest of the powdered sugar 1 cup at a time. You may not need the entire last cup of powdered sugar if frosting is getting to desired consistency. Start by only adding half of it and then determine if the remainder is needed.
  • Construct the cake by placing the first layer on the cake plate and adding half of the custard filling to the top; spread out evenly.
  • Add the second layer on top of the filling and add the remaining half of the filling in the same manner as the first.
  • Add the third layer on top of the second layer and filling.
  • Frost the sides of the cake, making sure to give it a thick even coat.
  • Once the sides are frosted, spread frosting on the top with a thick even coat.
  • Be aware that you may not need all of the frosting that you made. If you have frosting leftover, it can be stored in the refrigerator for
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