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Meal Plan: May 12 - 18, 2013


Chicken Roulade Recipe

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A healthy entree that wraps a moist and seasoned chicken breast around garlic and asparagus. So simple, yet so elegant to serve. Serve this on a bed of wild rice to complete the meal.
Chicken Roulade Recipe
PREP: 25 minutes
COOK: 15 minutes
READY IN: 40 minutes
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Ingredients
  • 4 chicken breast halves, boneless, skinless
  • 24 salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 12 stalks asparagus
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon oil
Directions
Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Between sheets of plastic wrap, pound each chicken breast to 1/4" thick.

Season with salt and pepper and rub garlic on inside of the chicken breast.

Place asparagus spears in center of each breast. Roll up and secure with a toothpick.

In a large skillet, melt butter with oil. Brown chicken on all sides.

Place skillet in preheated oven and bake uncovered for 15 minutes or until cooked through.


Wild Rice Side Dish Recipe

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For those people who have picky non-onion eaters, this is a great side dish. The onion adds great flavor but leaves no pieces of onion in the dish. Full of flavor this will be perfect next to your pork chops or fish.
Wild Rice Side Dish Recipe
PREP: 5 minutes
COOK: 2 hours
READY IN: 2 hours
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Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup wild rice
  • 1/2 cup brown rice
  • 1 can beef consomme
  • 1 can water
  • 1/2 cup celery, chopped
  • 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
  • 1 onion, whole
Directions
Rinse and drain wild rice. Mix rices, consommé, water, celery, and parsley in casserole dish. Place whole onion in center of casserole. Cover and bake at 300° for 2 hours.

Remove onion. Fluff and serve.


Strawberry Spinach Salad Recipe

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The perfect recipe for Spring or anytime of the year that you desire a light and fresh salad. With sweet strawberries and fresh spinach leaves you will find yourself serving this salad all year round.
Strawberry Spinach Salad Recipe
PREP: 30 minutes
READY IN: 30 minutes
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Ingredients
  • DRESSING:
  • 1/2 cup oil, such as saffron, canola, or olive oil
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup wine vinegar - red or white
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons minced onion
  • 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • SALAD:
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/2 cup slivered almonds
  • 1 package spinach leaves
  • 1 pint strawberries, sliced
Directions
DRESSING:
  • Combine all the dressing ingredients in a medium bowl.
  • Whisk ingredients until combined thoroughly.
SALAD:
  • Melt the butter in a small skillet, add the almonds, and cook until they are lightly toasted; set aside to cool.
  • In a large serving bowl, combine the spinach, strawberries, and almonds. Toss gently to combine.
  • Just before serving, drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently to evenly coat.
  • Serve immediately.

Lemon Trifle Recipe

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This pretty layered dessert offers a tart lemony flavor complimented with the sweetness of the angel food cake and whipped topping. If you like the fresh flavor of lemon, see How to Make Homemade Lemonade.
Lemon Trifle Recipe
PREP: 1.5 hours
COOK: 45 minutes
READY IN: 2.5 hours
Container: Trifle bowl
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Ingredients
  • 1 package angelfood cake mix - prepared according to instructions on package
  • 1 1/4 cups sugar
  • 4 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 cups water
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 cup lemon juice - with zest
  • 12 ounces whipped topping
Directions
  • Prepare the angle food cake mix as instructed on the package. Allow it to cool completely.
  • Combine the sugar, cornstarch, water, and salt in a saucepan and stir until the cornstarch is dissolved.
  • Cook these ingredients over medium heat until the mixture is clear and has come thickened. Cook it until it just comes to a boil.
  • Remove from the heat and add the butter; stir until melted.
  • Pour in the lemon juice and stir until completely mixed.
  • Allow it to cool and then refrigerate the mixture so that it thickens a little more. It should be about the consistency of pudding.
  • Remove the lemon mixture from the refrigerator and begin to layer all the ingredients. Begin by putting a layer of torn pieces of cake on the bottom of a trifle bowl. Use a little less than half the cake.
  • Spread half the lemon mixture over the cake and then sprinkle this with coconut.
  • Add half of the whipped topping and spread out evenly.
  • Repeat the layers of cake and lemon mixture. You will probably end up with a little of the cake leftover.
  • Next add the rest of the whipped topping and spread out so that it covers the entire top except for about an inch around the outer edge.
  • Sprinkle coconut over the entire top of the trifle.
  • Serve the trifle immediately or it can be refrigerate for a few hours before serving.

Ham and Cheese Pasta Bake Recipe

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An easy throw-together cheesy pasta bake, perfect for using up your leftover holiday ham. This pasta bake is perfect for a simple but delicious weeknight meal.
Ham and Cheese Pasta Bake Recipe
PREP: 35 minutes
COOK: 40 minutes
READY IN: 1.25 hours
Container: 9 x 13 baking dish
Ingredients
  • 2 cups cubed ham
  • 2 cups pasta
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup green pepper
  • 1/2 cup onion
  • 2 cups shredded Mozzarella cheese
Directions
  • Cook pasta and drain.
  • Mix soup, sour cream, onions, green pepper and cheese in a bowl.
  • Add the ham and stir the pasta into the mixture.
  • Pour into greased 9x13-inch casserole. Bake at 350 degrees F. for 40 minutes or until bubbling.

Garlicky Peas Recipe

Spruce up those ordinary peas into something fabulous. Those green spheres aren't just for color on your plate anymore, they taste great, too.
Garlicky Peas Recipe
PREP: 5 minutes
COOK: 15 minutes
READY IN: 20 minutes
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Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion , chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 16 ounces frozen green peas
  • 1 tablespoon chicken stock
  • salt and pepper to taste
Directions
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Stir in onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 more minute. Add frozen peas and chicken stock. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Cover, and cook until the peas are tender, about 6-8 minutes.

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.


Best Brats Ever Recipe

Brats boiled in beer, onions, and green peppers for extra flavor. The onions and peppers can be added along with some of your other favorite condiments for a well dressed brat.
Best Brats Ever Recipe
PREP: 15 minutes
COOK: 20 minutes
READY IN: 35 minutes
Servings:
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Ingredients
  • 6 each brats
  • 6 each buns
  • 1 tablespoon mustard
  • 1 each onion
  • 1 each green pepper
Directions
  • Simmer Bob Evans or Johnsonville original brats in beer of choice, add diced onion and diced green pepper.
  • When ready to serve grill brats to add grill marks, put on your favorite bun (potato buns, or poppy seed buns are good) add mustard, some of the onion and peppers.
  • Good luck trying to eat just one!

Simple Garlic Green Beans Recipe

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If you are looking to spruce up those vegetables along side your entree, here's a green bean recipe that is full of flavor. The garlic and butter add that little bit of extra to a basic side dish.
Simple Garlic Green Beans Recipe
PREP: 10 minutes
COOK: 5 minutes
READY IN: 15 minutes
Servings:
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Ingredients
  • 1 pound green beans, fresh or frozen
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
In a saucepan, bring beans and water to a boil; reduce heat to medium. Cover and cook until beans are crisp tender; drain and set aside.

In a large skillet, sauté garlic in butter until lightly browned, about 1 minute.

Add beans, salt and pepper; heat through.


Tuna Pasta Salad Recipe

Cool summer salad that is great for picnics or camping.
Tuna Pasta Salad Recipe
PREP: 10 minutes
COOK: 15 minutes
READY IN: 25 minutes
Container: large bowl with cover
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Ingredients
  • 8 ounces box of shell or elbow macaroni
  • 1 can tuna
  • 1/2 cup chopped onions or green onions
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 can peas, drained
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 3 hard boiled eggs, diced, optional
  • 2 cups Miracle Whip, adjust to amount of creaminess you desire
  • salt & pepper to taste
  • dried dill weed, optional
Directions
Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water.

Combine all ingredients in large bowl that has a lid. Mix well. May have to adjust amount of Miracle Whip to suite your taste. Refrigerate until serving time.


Krispie Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

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The Rice Krispies in these chocolate chip cookies give them great flavor. These are yummy cookies that your family won't be able to resist. They are sure to become a family favorite!
Krispie Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
PREP: 45 minutes
COOK: 1.5 hours
READY IN: 2 hours
Serving Description: 1 cookie
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Ingredients
  • 1 cup shortening
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 cup Rice Krispies
  • 1 cup chocolate chips - milk chocolate or semi-sweet
Directions
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Cream the shortening, sugar, brown sugar, and eggs together in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
  • Add flour, soda, salt, and vanilla; beat until evenly mixed.
  • Add the Rice Krispies and chocolate chips. Mix just enough to distribute evenly. If dough is too stiff to mix with the mixer, stir in by hand.
  • Roll into about 1-inch balls and place on a cookie sheet about 2 inches apart. Or if you have a small scoop you can just drop a small scoop of dough on the cookies sheet rather than roll into a ball.
  • Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until nicely browned.
  • Before removing cookie sheet from the oven, lift up and allow it to drop back down on the oven rack. This will cause the cookies to fall slightly. Then remove from cookie sheet and cool on a wire rack. Enjoy!

Chicken Stir Fry Recipe

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This simple stir fry will make your night. To make it even easier, use frozen stir fry vegetables.
Chicken Stir Fry Recipe
PREP: 15 minutes
COOK: 10 minutes
READY IN: 25 minutes
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Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 pound chicken, skinless, boneless, diced
  • 3/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 3/4 cup onion, diced
  • 1 cup red or green bell pepper, julienned
  • 1 cup frozen broccoli, thawed
  • 1 carrot, thinly sliced (optional)
  • 1 1/2 cups snow peas (optional)
  • 2 cups cooked white rice
Directions
In a shallow glass bowl, combine orange juice and cornstarch; mix well. Stir in chicken. Cover and chill for 2 hours.

Drain chicken; discard juice mixture.

In a small bowl, combine broth and soy sauce. Set aside.

In a wok or large non stick skillet, heat oil over med heat. Add garlic and ginger; stir fry for 30 seconds.

Add chicken, stir fry for 3 minutes.

Add vegetables; stir fry until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes.

Stir in broth mixture. Place 1/2 cup of rice on each serving plate. Top with the chicken mixture, dividing evenly.


Rice 3 Recipe

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Ingredients
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 cups rice
Directions
Bring water, butter and salt to a boil. Put rice in and bring back to slow boil. Turn fire on low. Cover and cook 20 minutes and let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with fork.

Best Egg Rolls Recipe

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These egg rolls are better than Chinese takeout and easier than you think. Inside the crunchy wrapper is bursting with Asian flavor and crisp tender vegetables.
Best Egg Rolls Recipe
PREP: 30 minutes
COOK: 5 minutes
READY IN: 35 minutes
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Ingredients
  • 1/2 pound ground pork sausage
  • 4 cups cabbage, chopped
  • 1 carrot, shredded
  • 1 cup mushrooms, chopped (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 package egg roll wrappers
  • 1/4 cup cold water
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Directions
Cook pork sausage until no longer pink; drain and set aside.

Stir fry vegetables, garlic and ginger with sesame oil just until tender. Remove from heat and add pork sausage and soy sauce.

In a small bowl, combine water and cornstarch. Mix well.

Lay out one egg roll wrap with a corner pointed toward you. Place about 1/4 cup of filling on egg roll wrap and fold corner up over the mixture. Fold left and right corners toward the center and continue to roll. Brush a bit of cornstarch mixture on the final corner to help seal the egg roll. Place egg rolls into heated oil and fry, turning occasionally, until golden brown. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels or rack, then they are ready to enjoy!

NOTE: These egg rolls could also be baked in a 450 degree F oven for 20 minutes. Spray with cooking spray before putting in the oven fro a crispy wrapper.


Shrimp Salad Recipe

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The light dressing featured in this salad allows the great flavor of the shrimp to be the star attraction.
Shrimp Salad Recipe
PREP: 1 hour
READY IN: 1 hour
Container: small mixing bowl, serving bowl
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Ingredients
  • 4 ounces greens
  • 1 pound cooked shrimp - cut into bite size pieces
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery - chopped fine
  • 1/4 cup onion - chopped fine
  • 1/2 cup pea pods, chopped (optional)
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning, or to taste
  • 1/8 teaspoon seasoned pepper
Directions
  • Combine the shrimp, celery, onion, and pea pods in a serving bowl and set aside.
  • In a small bowl combine the mayo, lemon juice, and seasonings. Stir until well blended.
  • Add the mayo mixture to the other ingredients and stir until evenly coated.
  • Cover and refrigerate for about 1 hour before serving.
  • Serve over salad greens.

Garlic Bread With Dill Recipe

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The dill adds a freshness to this garlic bread that you're sure to love. The edges get crispy and the inside stays tender and buttery.
Garlic Bread With Dill Recipe
PREP: 5 minutes
COOK: 10 minutes
READY IN: 15 minutes
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Ingredients
  • 1 loaf French bread
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Directions
Preheat oven to 375°.

Slice bread lengthwise.

Melt butter in a small skillet. Add garlic, and heat gently for 2 minutes.

Brush the melted butter generously on the cut sides of the bread halves. Sprinkle with dill and cheese. Bake until golden and very hot, 5-8 minutes.

Cut each half crosswise into 1" slices.


Lemonade Iced Tea Recipe

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Perfect drink on a hot summer day. Sweet iced tea with a lemony tartness. Pour over ice to serve.
Lemonade Iced Tea Recipe
PREP: 15 minutes
COOK: 5 minutes
READY IN: 20 minutes
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Ingredients
  • 4 cups boiling water
  • 6 tea bags
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 envelope KOOL-AID Lemonade Flavor Unsweetened Soft Drink Mix
  • 4 ounces lemonade concentrate
  • 4 cups cold water
Directions
  • Pour boiling water over tea bags in large heatproof pitcher. Steep for 10 min; remove and discard tea bags.
  • Add sugar, drink mix and lemonade concentrate. Mix until dissolved. Stir in cold water.
  • Chill before serving.

Easy Taco Pizza Recipe

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An easy and pleasing weeknight meal for the whole family. I bet making your own pizza is more budget friendly, too. Using the salsa as the pizza sauce is a great substitution. Use the salsa flavor and hotness that fits your family best.
Easy Taco Pizza Recipe
PREP: 20 minutes
COOK: 10 minutes
READY IN: 30 minutes
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Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 package taco seasoning
  • 1 each ready-to-use pizza crust
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 2 cups shredded Mexican style cheese
  • 1 cup lettuce, shredded
  • 1 tomato, chopped
  • 1/2 onion, chopped
  • 2 hard taco shells
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
Directions
Heat oven to 400° F.

Cook meat with taco seasoning mix as directed on package. Spoon salsa onto pizza crust. Spread meat onto pizza; top with cheese.

Bake 8-10 minutes or until crust is golden brown and cheese is melted.

Top with lettuce, onions and tomatoes. Crush taco shells; sprinkle over pizza. Drizzle with sour cream, if desired.


Spicy Cheese Dip Recipe

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Everyone loves a good queso dip and this one tops the list. You can control the heat, adding the green chiles or not and chiles can be bought at different heat levels. Enjoy!
Spicy Cheese Dip Recipe
PREP: 10 minutes
COOK: 2 hours
READY IN: 2.5 hours
Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef , cooked
  • 1 onion , chopped
  • 1 can Rotel tomatoes , drained
  • 1 can green chiles , drained (optional)
  • 1 package Velveeta Cheese (1 lb. package)
Directions
  • Brown hamburger and onion, drain.
  • In crock pot combine Velveeta cheese, Rotelle and green chiles; cooked hamburger/onions.
  • Set on low and stir occasionally.
  • If it gets too thick, add a little milk. Keep stirring so it doesn't stick. Serve with tortilla chips. This makes a great appetizer. The green chiles will make it a little spicy.

Cinnamon Brownies Recipe

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This fudgy chewy brownie is the perfect balance of rich chocolate flavor with warm cinnamon spice.
Cinnamon Brownies Recipe
PREP: 15 minutes
COOK: 35 minutes
Serving Description: Makes 24 servings.
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Ingredients
  • 1 cup flour
  • 2 teaspoons McCormick® Cinnamon, Ground
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) butter
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 tablespoon McCormick® Pure Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup coarsely chopped walnuts (optional)
Directions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line 13x9-inch baking pan with foil. Spray foil with no stick cooking spray. Mix flour, cinnamon, baking powder and salt in small bowl. Mix sugar and cocoa powder in medium bowl. Set aside.

2. Microwave butter in large microwavable bowl on HIGH 2 minutes or until butter is melted. Stir in cocoa sugar mixture. Add eggs, 1 at a time, stirring until well blended after each addition. Add vanilla. Gradually stir in flour mixture until well mixed. Stir in walnuts. Spread in prepared pan.

3. Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until brownie begins to pull away from sides of pan. Cool in pan on wire rack. Lift from pan. Cut into squares.Test Kitchen Tip: Line pan with foil with ends of foil extending over sides of pan. Use foil handles to remove baked dessert from pan. Place on cutting board and cut into squares.

Hawaiian Grilled Pork Chops Recipe

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Add flavor to those pork chops by marinading them with this flavorful sweet and savory marinade. The grilled pineapple adds a little extra to the pork. Serve it atop a bed of wild rice.
Hawaiian Grilled Pork Chops Recipe
PREP: 10 minutes
COOK: 35 minutes
READY IN: 45 minutes
Ingredients
  • 6 thick pork chops
  • 1 can pineapple slices, undrained (20 oz can)
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup onion, minced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
Directions
Drain pineapple, reserving 1/4 cup juice. Set pineapple aside.

In a small bowl, combine reserved pineapple juice, soy sauce, oil, onion, garlic and brown sugar, mixing well.

Pour mixture over pork chops, cover and marinate in refrigerator at least 2 hours.

Remove chops from marinade. Grill over medium heat 30-35 minutes, turning frequently.

Place a pineapple ring on each chop during the last few minutes of cooking time.


Garlic Roast Potatoes Recipe

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Now this potato side dish recipe is just a guide. You can season as your household prefers. You could also leave the peels on to save some time. Serve them with ketchup and sour cream for a real treat.
Garlic Roast Potatoes Recipe
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Ingredients
  • 4 potatoes
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
Directions
  • Peel potatoes and cut into bite-size pieces.
  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Place cookie sheet (with sides) or 9x13 pan into oven with butter and oil on the pan. Remove as soon as the butter melts.
  • Swirl butter and oil around the pan to coat. Toss garlic in butter/oil mixture. Add potatoes and toss with garlic/butter/oil until well coated.
  • Place in preheated oven and roast, turning every few minutes as each side browns. Roast until all sides of potato are golden brown and you can pierce them easily with a fork.

Grilled Lemon Garlic Asparagus Recipe

Tender, grilled, seasoned asparagus, like you've never had it! Great dish to go on the side at any barbeque!
Grilled Lemon amp Garlic Asparagus Recipe
PREP: 5 minutes
COOK: 15 minutes
READY IN: 20 minutes
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Ingredients
  • 1 pound asparagus
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
  • salt and fresh ground pepper
Directions
Trim asparagus.

In a small bowl, combine oil, paprika, garlic and lemon zest and stir with a fork.

Place the asparagus in a casserole dish and pour the mixture over asparagus. Toss until evenly covered.

Place asparagus in a grilling basket or directly on the grill, being careful not to lose any through the grates. Cook to desired tenderness and season with salt and pepper

NOTE: If you do not have a grilling basket: Lay asparagus side by side and pierce on 2 wooden skewers to form a raft. Place rafts on the grill and brush with oil mixture.


Macaroni Pineapple Fruit Salad Recipe

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A sweet macaroni salad the everyone will enjoy. It makes a great side dish for any meal. It keeps very well also so it can be made up ahead of time. A perfect salad to take to a picnic or backyard barbecue.
Macaroni Pineapple Fruit Salad Recipe
PREP: 45 minutes
READY IN: 45 minutes
Ingredients
  • 1 package Creamette Rings (7 ounce pkg)
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 can crushed pineapple drained (reserving liquid) (large can)
  • 8 ounces Cool Whip
  • 1 can mandarin oranges, drained (16 ounce can)
  • 1 cup miniature marshmallows
Directions
  • Prepare Creamette Rings according to package directions. Drain.
  • Cook together egg, sugar, flour, salt and reserved pineapple juice until smooth and thickened.
  • Blend into cooked rings. Chill 1 hour.
  • Remove from refrigerator. Combine rings, pineapple, Cool Whip, mandarin oranges and marshmallows.
  • Chill before serving. 6-8 servings.

Strawberry Shortcake Cupcakes Recipe

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A twist on an old favorite. The sweet strawberries combined with cupcake always is a hit.
Strawberry Shortcake Cupcakes Recipe
PREP: 20 minutes
COOK: 25 minutes
READY IN: 1.75 hours
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Ingredients
  • 1 1/3 cups flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter - softened
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2/3 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups strawberries - hulled and sliced thin
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 8 ounces whipped topping
Directions
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line muffin tins with paper liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and creamy. Beat in eggs one at a time and vanilla.
  3. Turn mixer to low, and alternate beating in flour mixture and sour cream until combined. Continue to beat on medium until batter is thick and smooth.
  4. Fill liners 2/3 full. Bake 24 to 26 minutes, or until lightly golden and a pick inserted in the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
  5. Cool in pan 10 minutes then remove from pan and cool completely.
  6. For strawberry sauce, combine strawberries with sugar and let sit until this becomes syrupy, about an hour.
  7. Use a skewer to poke several holes into top of each cupcake. Spoon some syrup from bowl over top, allowing it to absorb into cupcakes. Top with strawberries and whipped topping. Drizzle with remaining strawberry syrup.
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