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Meal Plan: January 21 - 27, 2018


Rump Roast with Vegetables Recipe

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Savory and flavorful dish for a great family dinner.
Rump Roast with Vegetables Recipe
Container: roasting pan, baking sheet, platter, small bowl
Serving Description: 2, 1/2 inch slices
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Ingredients
  • 4 red skinned potatoes - cut into fourths
  • 4 large carrots - cut into thirds
  • 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
  • olive oil to coat
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary - chopped
  • 1 cup beef stock or broth
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 onion - sliced into wedges
  • 3 1/2 pounds rump roast
Directions
  • Preheat oven to 450°.
  • Place cut potatoes and carrots on baking sheet that has been covered in foil, season with salt and sprinkle olive oil over all.
  • Mix to evenly coat.
  • Sprinkle on rosemary.
  • Place in the oven and roast for 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, place the rump roast in roasting pan.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Sprinkle onions around roast.
  • After vegetables have roasted for 20 minutes, place around roast in roasting pan.
  • Add one cup of beef broth.
  • Roast at 450° for another 20 minutes then reduce heat to 300° and roast meat and vegetables until a meat thermomenter registers 130° for medium/rare meat and vegetables are golden. Do not cover while cooking.
  • Transfer meat and vegetables to a serving platter, cover loosely with foil to keep warm until serving.

Roasted Harvest Vegetables Recipe

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This medley of roasted vegetables is a terrific fall or winter side dish.
Roasted Harvest Vegetables Recipe
PREP: 20 minutes
COOK: 35 minutes
Serving Description: Makes 10 (2/3-cup) servings.
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Ingredients
  • 1 teaspoon McCormick® Sage, Rubbed
  • 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon McCormick® Black Pepper, Ground
  • 8 cups assorted cut-up vegetables (1-inch chunks), such as carrots, red onions, butternut squash, parsnips and red potatoes
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
Directions
1. Preheat oven to 450°F. Mix sage, seasoned salt and pepper in small bowl. Toss vegetables with oil in large bowl. Sprinkle seasoning mixture over vegetables; toss to coat well.

2. Spread vegetables in single layer on foil-lined 15x10x1-inch baking pan.

3. Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until vegetables are tender and golden brown.

Golden Scalloped Potatoes Recipe

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The cheesy taste of this dish gets an extra boost of flavor from the Yukon Gold potatoes. This scalloped potato recipe along with many other potato casserole dishes on our site are perfect with ham recipes. Learn All About Potatoes.
Golden Scalloped Potatoes Recipe
PREP: 1 hour
COOK: 2 hours
READY IN: 1.75 hours
Container: 3 quart baking dish
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Ingredients
  • 5 large Yukon Gold potatoes
  • 4 tablespoons butter or margarine
  • 1 small onion, minced
  • 4 tablespoons flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 1/2 cups milk
  • 2 cups shredded Colby Jack cheese
  • paprika
Directions
  • Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  • Peel the potatoes and slice into 1/8 inch or less thick slices. Cover with cold water and set aside while preparing the sauce.
  • Heat the butter until hot in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the onions and cook until they are tender and starting to brown, approximately 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the flour and salt; cook for about 1 minute.
  • Gradually stir in the milk. Continue to stir as the mixture cooks. Cook until the mixture just comes to a boil and has thickened.
  • Remove from the heat and add 1/2 cup of the shredded cheese. Stir until it is all melted.
  • Drain the potatoes and pat dry with paper towels.
  • Layer half of the potato slices in the bottom of a 3 quart baking dish.
  • Spread have of the sauce over the potatoes and then sprinkle with half of the remaining shredded cheese.
  • Layer the other half of the potatoes on top of the sauce and cheese.
  • Spread the remaining sauce over the potatoes and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top of the sauce.
  • Sprinkle the top with paprika.
  • Cover the dish with foil and place it in the preheated oven. Bake for 1 1/2 hours covered.
  • Remove the foil and test for doneness. If the potatoes are close to being done when poked with a fork, leave the foil off and bake for another 15 to 20 minutes uncovered.
  • If the potatoes do not feel close to being done, cover them back up and bake for another 15 to 20 minutes before baking uncovered.

Blueberry Angel Food Cheesecake Recipe

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The angel food cake in this recipe keeps this cheesecake on the lighter side but it is still absolutely delicious. If you like blueberries you will love this quick-and-easy dessert!
Blueberry Angel Food Cheesecake Recipe
PREP: 45 minutes
READY IN: 45 minutes
Container: 13 x 9 x 2 dish
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Ingredients
  • 8 ounces cream cheese - softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 prepared angel food cake
  • 8 ounces whipped topping
  • 2 cans blueberry pie filling
Directions
  • Beat the cream cheese and sugar together until smooth.
  • Cut the angel food cake into 1-inch cubes; fold the cubes and whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture.
  • Pour this mixture into a 13x9x2-inch dish and spread out evenly.
  • Pour the blueberry pie filling over the top and spread out evenly.
  • Cover with plastic or foil; Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

Ham Cheese Mustard Bread Recipe

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A hot sandwich served on crusty French bread. This is a perfect pairing with soup on a cold winter day. Or serve it to your football fans on game day.
Ham amp Cheese Mustard Bread Recipe
PREP: 10 minutes
COOK: 25 minutes
READY IN: 35 minutes
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Ingredients
  • 1 loaf French bread (16 ounce loaf)
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 3 tablespoons horseradish mustard
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked crisp, crumbled
  • 1 teaspoon poppy seeds
  • 5 slices Swiss cheese
  • 1/2 pound ham, thinly sliced
Directions
Cut bread in half lengthwise.

Combine onion, butter, mustard, bacon and poppy seeds. Spread on both slices of bread.

Place ham and cheese on bottom slice and top with other slice.

Wrap loaf in foil. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes. Serve hot.


Creamy Four-Cheese Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

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Creamy and delicious macaroni and cheese. This is sure to comfort you and your family throughout the winter.
Creamy Four-Cheese Macaroni and Cheese Recipe
PREP: 20 minutes
COOK: 1 hour
READY IN: 1.25 hours
Ingredients
  • 1 package macaroni (16 ounce package)
  • 4 cups milk
  • 4 cups shredded sharp white cheddar cheese
  • 4 cups shredded American cheese
  • 2 cups shredded Muenster cheese
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs
Directions
Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain; set aside.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Heat milk in a large saucepan over medium heat to almost boiling.

Reduce heat to low and gradually add cheeses, stirring constantly for about 5 minutes until all cheese is melted.

Place cooked macaroni in a 4 quart casserole dish or individual ovenproof dishes. Pour cheese sauce over pasta and stir until well blended. Top with bread crumbs.

Bake for 50-60 minutes or until browned and bubbly.


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
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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.

Slow Cooker Meat Loaf Recipe

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Great tasting meat loaf that holds its shape without cooking it in a pan.
Slow Cooker Meat Loaf Recipe
COOK: 20 minutes
READY IN: 5 hours
Container: 5 or 6 quart slow cooker
Serving Size: 2 slices
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Ingredients
  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 1/4 cups ketchup, divided
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 packet dry onion soup mix
  • 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
Directions
  • Combine in a large bowl, ground beef, 1/2 cup ketchup, eggs, soup mix and bread crumbs. Use your hands to mix all the ingredients thoroughly.
  • Shape the mixture into a loaf that will fit the shape of your slow cooker.
  • Place the loaf into the bottom of a 5 or 6 quart slow cooker.
  • Cover and allow the meat loaf to cook on high for 1 hour and then finish cooking on low for 2 to 4 more hours. Or, cook on low for 4 to 6 hours. When properly done, the meat should have an internal temperature of at least 145°F.
  • One half hour before serving spread the 3/4 cup of remaining ketchup on top of the loaf. Sprinkle ketchup evenly with the brown sugar.
  • Cover again and allow the meat to cook for an additional 30 minutes on low.
  • When done, use two spatulas, inserting one at opposite sides of the loaf and lift from the slow cooker.
  • Slice the meat loaf and serve it while it is still warm.

Slow Cooker Potatoes Recipe

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A quick and easy potato recipe that is a great side dish for any type of meat.
Slow Cooker Potatoes Recipe
PREP: 15 minutes
COOK: 6 or more hours
READY IN: 6 or more hours
Container: 5 quart slow cooker
Serving Size: 4 each
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Ingredients
  • 24 new potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable or olive oil
  • 1 package dry Italian dressng mix
Directions
  • Clean the potatoes thoroughly but do not peel. Place the potatoes in a sealable bag and then pour in the vegetable oil.
  • Seal the bag and then toss the potatoes around in the bag until they are all evenly coated with oil.
  • Sprinkle the dry dressing mix in the bag, seal, and toss again until the potatoes are coated with the mix.
  • Place the potatoes in a 5 quart slow cooker, cover and cook on low for 8 to 9 hours or turn on high and cook for 4 to 5 hours.
  • The potatoes are done if tender when poked with a fork. The potatoes can be transferred to a bowl for serving or served in the crock.

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.

Cheesy-Bacon Lover Burger Recipe

A great burger that is "inside out". Use any flavor cheese you prefer. Kids and adults will love this tasty grilled sandwich.
Cheesy-Bacon Lover Burger Recipe
PREP: 10 minutes
COOK: 10 minutes
READY IN: 20 minutes
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Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 8 ounces grated sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 pound bacon, cooked crisp, crumbled
  • 4 English muffins
Directions
Divide meat into 8 round patties.

On top of 4 patties place crumbled bacon pieces and grated cheese, using all of cheese and bacon. Take remaining 4 patties and cover the first 4 pressing edges together, being sure to seal so you don't lose any of the filling.

Place on grill for 3 minutes each side.

Serve on grilled English muffins or toasted bread.


Oven Baked Potato Wedges Recipe

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Great side dish for any meal. These potatoes are seasoned perfectly. Serve these baked wedges with ketchup and sour cream for a real treat.
Oven Baked Potato Wedges Recipe
PREP: 15 minutes
READY IN: 1 hour
Container: shallow baking pan
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Ingredients
  • 4 potatoes
  • 1/2 cup oil
  • 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1/2 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 tablespoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Directions
  • Cut potatoes lengthwise into wedges, leaving peels on; arrange in single layer in shallow pan.
  • Combine remaining ingredients and pour over the potato wedges.
  • Bake 375 degrees for 45 minutes or until golden brown. Baste 2 times during cooking.

Tasty Green Beans Recipe

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A vegetable easy to prepare and full of flavor. This could be served beside any entree, even to impress your guests. And it adds a little color to your plate!
Tasty Green Beans Recipe
PREP: 10 minutes
COOK: 5 minutes
READY IN: 15 minutes
Ingredients
  • 1 pound whole green beans
  • 2 teaspoons butter
  • 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed
Directions
Blanch green beans to desired tenderness. Place in cold water to stop cooking.

Combine remaining ingredients and saute beans in mixture until coated and heated through.


Quick and Easy Oven Fried Chicken Recipe

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Enjoy the finger lickin goodness of this oven fried chicken. It is super easy and taste like it was fried in a pan. It has crispy skin with moist and flavorful meat.
Quick and Easy Oven Fried Chicken Recipe
PREP: 15 minutes
COOK: 1 hour
READY IN: 1.25 hours
Ingredients
  • 1 frying chicken, cut up
  • 1 cup Bisquick
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 tablespoons paprika
  • 1/2 cup butter
Directions
Heat oven to 425 degrees F.

Mix Bisquick, salt, pepper, paprika in a bag.

Melt butter in a shallow baking pan.

Shake the chicken pieces in the dry mixture and place the chicken skin side down in the buttered pan.

Bake 45 minutes. turn; bake another 15 minutes.


Two Potato Mash Recipe

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Sweet potatoes and russets mashed together to create the perfect side dish. The color is beautiful and it tastes just as good. The sweet potatoes add a touch of sweetness to the russet potatoes.
Two Potato Mash Recipe
PREP: 30 minutes
READY IN: 30 minutes
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Ingredients
  • 4 potatoes, peeled, quartered
  • 2 sweet potatoes, peeled, quartered
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons green onions, finely chopped
  • salt
  • 1 dash nutmeg (optional)
Directions
Bring potatoes and sweet potatoes to boil and cook until tender, approximately 20 minutes; drain.

Mash potatoes until smooth. Gradually add milk and butter. Stir in sour cream, onion, salt and nutmeg.

TIP: The potatoes will be even creamier if you warm the milk and butter before adding it to the potatoes.

NOTE: These can be made up to a day in advance and baked in the oven for 45 minutes.


Broccoli and Bacon Salad Recipe

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With a tasty combination of flavors, this broccoli salad is sure to become one of your favorites. Friends and family won't be able to resist the mixed sweet and savory flavors of this salad.
Broccoli and Bacon Salad Recipe
PREP: 45 minutes
READY IN: 45 minutes
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Ingredients
  • SALAD:
  • 2 bunches broccoli, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1 onion, sliced thin (small)
  • 10 strips bacon, fried crisp and crumbled
  • 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
  • 1 cup raisins
  • DRESSING:
  • 1 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
  • 2 tablespoons vinegar
  • 1/2 cup sugar
Directions
SALAD:
  • Fry bacon until crisp and crumble into pieces.
  • Cut broccoli into bite size pieces.
  • Cut onion into thin slices.
  • Combine broccoli, onion, and bacon in a large bowl for mixing; stir to mix.
  • Mix dressing and pour over broccoli mixture; stir until evenly coated.
  • Add raisins and sunflower seeds just before serving.
DRESSING:
  • Mix the mayonnaise, vinegar, and sugar together.
  • Stir until smooth.

Pumpkin Pie Cake Recipe

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Enjoy the great taste of pumpkin pie without having to make pie crust.
Pumpkin Pie Cake Recipe
PREP: 45 minutes
COOK: 45 minutes
READY IN: 1.5 hours
Container: 9
Serving Size: 1 piece
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Ingredients
  • 1 package yellow cake mix
  • 1 egg
  • 8 tablespoons butter or margarine
  • 8 ounces cream cheese
  • 1 can pumpkin - 15 oz.
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 8 tablespoons butter or margarine
  • 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg
  • whipped topping - if desired
Directions
  • Preheat the oven to 350° F.
  • In a large bowl combine the cake mix, egg, and butter. Mix well with an electric mixer.
  • Pat into a 9 x 13 pan that is lightly greased.
  • In another bowl, beat the cream cheese and pumpkin until smooth. Add the eggs, vanilla, and butter. Beat together.
  • Add powdered sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix well.
  • Spread pumpkin mixture over the cake batter. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes. Make sure you do not over bake. Center should be a little gooey.
  • Serve with whipped topping if desired.

Cheeseburger Pizza Recipe

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If you like cheeseburgers you will love this pizza. You will also love how easy it is to prepare. Just brown your meat, spread out your crust, and layer the ingredients as directed. Pop it in the oven and in no time you will have a scrumptious cheeseburger . . . I mean pizza!
Cheeseburger Pizza Recipe
COOK: 20 minutes
READY IN: 35 minutes
Container: Pizza stone or pan
Serving Size: 2 slices
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Ingredients
  • 1 tube refrigerator pizza crust
  • mustard
  • ketchup
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Shredded Mozzeralla and Cheddar cheese or a pizza blend
Directions
  • Brown ground chuck (or hamburger) in pan with garlic powder, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and onion powder.
  • While browning meat, spread pizza crust out evenly on the pizza stone (or pan) and then spread the ketchup and mustard evenly on top.
  • When meat is done, place on top of ketchup and mustard. Sprinkle the entire top with the cheese.
  • Bake at the temperature stated on the pizza crust package. Bake for 10 minutes and then put under broiler to melt and brown cheese.
  • Serve and enjoy.

Potato Skins Recipe

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A hearty appetizer that is bursting with flavor.
Potato Skins Recipe
PREP: 30 minutes
COOK: 1.5 hours
READY IN: 2 hours
Serving Description: one potato skin
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Ingredients
  • PICO DE GALLO
  • 1/2 cup tomato, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons onion, chopped
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon jalapeño, diced
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
  • POTATO SKINS
  • 3 medium sized baking potatoes - russetts
  • non stick cooking spray
  • 1/2 cup colby jack shredded cheese
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
  • sour cream and extra pico de gallo to garnish
Directions
PICO DE GALLO
  • In a medium bowl, mix together all of the pico de gallo ingredients and refrigerate.

POTATO SKINS
  • Preheat oven to 400°.
  • Place potatoes in oven and bake for one hour or until the are fork tender.
  • Set aside to cool.
  • When they are cool enough to handle, cut the center 1/2 inch from the potato by slicing twice. One slice on the right side of the middle and one slice on the left side of the middle. This will leave you with three pieces; two edge pieces and one middle piece approximately 1/2 inch thick. You do not need need the middle piece for this recipe. Save it for a different potato dish.
  • Turn the oven to 450°.
  • With a spoon, scoop out the inside flesh of the potato skins, leaving approximately 1/4 inch on the sides.
  • Spray the whole potato with non stick cooking spray.
  • Place on a cookie sheet cut side up and bake for 12 minutes or until the edges begin to brown.
  • Sprinkle a small amount of cheese on each potato skin.
  • Sprinkle on the bacon and top with one tablespoon of pico de gallo and the remaining cheese.
  • Place back in the oven for a couple of minutes or until the cheese has melted.
  • Serve warm with sour cream and pico de gallo.

Golden Chicken Nuggets Recipe

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Do you know whats in those frozen pre-made chicken nuggets? Try making your own and see how easy it is. The kids will love it and they can even help out!
Golden Chicken Nuggets Recipe
PREP: 10 minutes
COOK: 15 minutes
READY IN: 25 minutes
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Ingredients
  • 4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
  • 1 cup fine bread crumbs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons thyme
  • 2 teaspoons basil
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
Directions
Cut each piece of chicken into 12 pieces.

Combine all dry ingredients in a shallow bowl. Melt butter in a shallow bowl.

Dip each piece into butter, then into crumbs. Place on ungreased cookie sheets. Bake at 400° F. for 15 minutes or until golden brown.


Chicken in Onion Wine Sauce Recipe

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First cooking the onions separately ensures that they will nearly dissolve into a creamy sauce without overcooking the chicken.
Chicken in Onion Wine Sauce Recipe
Container: Heavy skillet, microwave (optional, but useful)
Serving Description: 1/4 chicken; 1/2 onion
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Ingredients
  • ONIONS:
  • 2 medium onions, coarsely chopped
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • CHICKEN:
  • 1 chicken - 3 to 4 lbs., cut up
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh herbs or 1 1/2 tsp. dried herbs, finely crushed –
  • use any combination of oregano, marjoram and thyme
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
Directions
  • Thinly slice onions and put in a microwavable dish with 1/2 cup water, a pinch of salt and 1 teaspoon sugar (omit the sugar if using sweet onions, such as Vidallia). Cover and cook for about 3 minutes, until soft.(Or put onions, water, salt and sugar in a small saucepan, cover and simmer about 10 minutes, until soft.
  • Rinse chicken and pat dry, skin off or on, as preferred. Mix salt, pepper, flour and garlic powder, if using, in a paper or plastic bag and shake chicken, a few pieces at a time, in this mix.
  • Heat oil in a heavy skillet (medium high heat) and brown chicken well on both sides. When chicken is browned, add onions with the cooking water. Lift chicken pieces so some of the onions can be tucked underneath. Add herbs and wine, adjust heat to maintain a simmer, cover and cook until chicken is tender, 25 - 30 minutes.
  • When chicken is done, remove pieces to a serving dish. Taste sauce and correct seasoning, if needed. If sauce is thinner than you would like, raise heat and boil for a few minutes, to desired thickness. Spoon sauce over chicken and serve hot.

Scalloped Yukon Gold and Sweet Potato Gratin with Fresh Herbs Recipe

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Creamy potatoes, both sweet and golden, are layered in between a cream sauce and fresh herbs. This side dish is well worth the effort as it melts in your mouth.
Scalloped Yukon Gold and Sweet Potato Gratin with Fresh Herbs Recipe
PREP: 30 minutes
COOK: 1 hour
READY IN: 1.5 hours
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Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
  • 1 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh sage, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh Italian parsley, minced
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 1/4 cups Gruyere cheese, grated
Directions
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Butter 9x13 inch glass baking dish.
  • Fill large bowl with cold water. Peel and slice each potato into 1/8-inch-thick rounds and place in bowl with water. Repeat with sweet potatoes.
  • Combine cream, butter, and garlic in medium saucepan; bring to simmer. Remove from heat.
  • Mix all herbs in small bowl.
  • Mix sea salt and black pepper in another small bowl.
  • Drain potatoes and pat dry with kitchen towels. Transfer half of potatoes to prepared baking dish, spreading out evenly. Sprinkle with half of salt-pepper mixture, then half of herb mixture. Sprinkle with half of the cheese. Repeat with remaining potatoes, salt-pepper mixture, herb mixture, and cheese. Pour cream mixture over gratin, pressing lightly to submerge potato mixture as much as possible.
  • Cover gratin tightly with foil. Bake 30 minutes.
  • Uncover and bake until top of gratin is golden and most of liquid is absorbed, about 25 minutes longer.
  • Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
  • NOTE: This can be made 6 hours ahead. Cover with plastic wrap and chill. Remove plastic wrap before baking.

Broiled Broccoli Recipe

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Here's an easy vegetable to go with your main meal. Broccoli brings out a whole new flavor when it is broiled instead of steamed.
Broiled Broccoli Recipe
PREP: 5 minutes
COOK: 10 minutes
READY IN: 15 minutes
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Ingredients
  • 2 bunches broccoli
  • 5 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt or Italian seasoning
  • 5 tablespoons parmesan cheese
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
Directions
Heat up the broiler. Use a broiling pan and cover with aluminum foil.

Cut the broccoli into florets. Place broccoli on prepared pan. Pour the olive oil on the broccoli. Sprinkle with garlic salt, pepper and Parmesan cheese. Mix until everything is coated. Put in the oven in the top rack for 8-12 minutes.

NOTE: The cheese has to melt and the broccoli gets a bright green color. If you like, keep it in the oven for few extra minutes until starts getting light brown and the broccoli will get crunchy.


Parmesan Rice Pilaf Recipe

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Serve this tasty rice side dish with roasted chicken or Parmesan Herb Shrimp.
Parmesan Rice Pilaf Recipe
PREP: 5 minutes
COOK: 25 minutes
Serving Description: Makes 4 (1-cup) servings.
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Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup rice
  • 2 tablespoons McCormick® Perfect Pinch® Parmesan Herb Seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon McCormick® Parsley Flakes
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons sliced almonds, lightly toasted
Directions
1. Melt butter in medium saucepan on medium heat. Add rice; cook and stir 3 minutes.

2. Stir in 1 tablespoon of the Seasoning and chicken broth. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 20 minutes or until rice is tender. Remove from heat.

3. Stir in remaining 1 tablespoon Seasoning and almonds.Test Kitchen Tip: Prepare as directed, using 1/2 teaspoon McCormick® Garlic Powder and 1/4 teaspoon McCormick® Ground Black Pepper in place of Seasoning. Add 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese with almonds.

Parmesan Pilaf with Bacon and Peas:
Prepare as directed. Stir 1 cup frozen peas and 3 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled, into rice during last 5 minutes of cooking.

Pear and Apple Bread Pudding Recipe

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A sweet brunch side dish or dessert, filled with a refreshing bread custard and fruit mixture.
Pear and Apple Bread Pudding Recipe
PREP: 30 minutes
COOK: 45 minutes
READY IN: 1.25 hours
Container: 8
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Ingredients
  • 8 slices cinnamon bread
  • 1 large apple, peeled and sliced thin
  • 1 large pear, peeled and sliced
  • 1/3 cup sugar, divided (less if desired)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 6 eggs, slightly beaten
  • 3 cups skim milk
  • 1/2 cup raisins
Directions
  • Preheat oven to 375º F.
  • Toast bread in a toaster or by placing the bread on a large baking sheet and putting the sheet in a preheated oven for approximately 15 minutes.
  • Place prepared fruit and raisins in a bowl and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon.  Put the fruit mixture in a large skillet and cook over medium heat until softened, approximately 15 minutes.  Stir frequently.
  • Coat baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Tear toasted bread into pieces (6 to 8 pieces per slice) and place in the bottom of the baking dish.  Pour cooked fruit over bread and spread evenly.
  • In a bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt and remaining sugar together. Pour egg mixture over fruit. Allow bread pudding to set at room temperature for 5 minutes.
  • Using a hot water bath, bake the pudding 35 to 45 minutes or until the pudding is slightly set.  Remove from water bath and cool completely before serving.
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