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Meal Plan: September 2 - 8, 2012


Easy Grilled Beef Roast Recipe

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A marinated roast beef that is grilled to perfection. This is an easy way to prepare a roast for dinner any night of the week. The simple marinate allows the true flavor of the beef roast to come through.
Easy Grilled Beef Roast Recipe
PREP: 5 minutes
COOK: 2 hours
READY IN: 2 hours
Servings:
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Ingredients
  • 4 pounds beef roast
  • 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 cup cooking oil
Directions
  • Mix the Worcestershire sauce and cooking oil together.
  • Place the roast in a sealable bag and then pour the marinade over the roast; seal the bag and place in a pan to protect against leakage.
  • Place in the refrigerator and allow to marinate for at least half an hour or up to 4 hours.
  • Remove the roast from the bag and discard the marinade.
  • Place the roast in an aluminum pan. Place on the grill over direct high heat to sear each side for 5 minutes.
  • Finish grilling the roast over indirect heat for 1 1/2 to 2 hours or to desired doneness.
  • Remove from the grill and allow to stand for 15 minutes before carving.

Golden Parmesan Potatoes Recipe

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Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these potatoes will be a hit in your household. Forget about the frozen potatoes and take a few extra minutes to make your own. Peeled or unpeeled, either way is delicious.
Golden Parmesan Potatoes Recipe
PREP: 10 minutes
COOK: 45 minutes
READY IN: 1 hour
Ingredients
  • 6 potatoes
  • 1/3 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
Directions
Melt butter in baking dish in 375° degree oven

Cut potatoes into wedges.

Combine Parmesan cheese, flour and seasonings in a large zipper bag. Add potatoes and shake a few at a time in mixture until coated.

Place potatoes in single layer in dish. Bake at 375° for 45 minutes, turning once while baking.


Cheesy Corn on the Cob Recipe

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The combination of Parmesan and chili powder gives a spicy flare to this sweet corn. The grilled flavor is the perfect finishing touch to this corn on the cob recipe. For tips and advice on how to grill corn on the cob see How to Prepare and Cook Sweet Corn.
Cheesy Corn on the Cob Recipe
PREP: 10 minutes
COOK: 10 minutes
READY IN: 20 minutes
Container: grill
Serving Description: 1 ear of corn
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Ingredients
  • 5 ears fresh sweet corn, husks and silks removed
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese
  • Chili powder to taste
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
  • Brush a thin layer of mayonnaise on corn.
  • Sprinkle the corn with cheese, chili powder, salt and pepper.
  • Wrap each corn in foil and place on the grill.
  • Turn occasionally and grill for approximately 10 minutes. (kernels will brown slightly)
  • Serve warm.

Easy Peach Crisp Recipe

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Nothing warms up your house than with a fruit crisp in the oven. Why not try one tonight? Surprise someone with this warm dessert and serve it with a large scoop of ice cream. You can use peaches, apples or plums.
Easy Peach Crisp Recipe
PREP: 15 minutes
COOK: 35 minutes
READY IN: 50 minutes
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Ingredients
  • 5 cups peaches, peeled, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 cup oatmeal
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup nuts, chopped (optional)
Directions
Place fruit an sugar in a baking dish; stir to combine.

For topping, combine oats, brown sugar and flour in a bowl. Cut in butter until mixture resembles course crumbs. Add nuts, if desired. Sprinkle topping over fruit.

Bake in a 375° oven for 30-35 minutes or until fruit is tender and topping is golden.

Serve with ice cream!


Beer Brats Recipe

First cooked in beer and onions, these grilled brats get a boost of flavor. The added sauerkraut and onions are just what a true brats lover likes for their ultimate beer brats.
Beer Brats Recipe
PREP: 10 minutes
COOK: 45 minutes
READY IN: 55 minutes
Ingredients
  • 12 each brats
  • 2 or 3 cans beer (enough to just cover brats in pan)
  • 4 slices onion (chop up 2 of the slices)
  • 1 pound sauerkraut
  • 4 pinches salt
  • 2 pinches pepper
Directions
  • Cook Brats in beer, for 15 minutes. Then add 2 onion slices, salt and pepper.
  • Cook for 20 additional minutes, remove from stove and take to grill.
  • Sear the brats on the grill while heating sauerkraut and chopped onion slices. Now get ready for the feast!!!

Country Potato Salad Recipe

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It's worth the time and ingredients for all of the flavor this potato salad provides. It's a great addition for a summer picnic or barbeque.
Country Potato Salad Recipe
PREP: 30 minutes
COOK: 30 minutes
READY IN: 2 hours
Container: large cooking pot, large serving bowl, medium mixing bowl
Ingredients
  • 6 russet potatoes, large - cooked, peeled, and diced
  • 4 eggs - hardboiled, peeled, and chopped
  • 2 onions, medium - peeled and grated
  • 1 cup celery - diced
  • 1 cup salad dressing
  • 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup pickle relish (sweet)
  • 1/4 cup pimento - diced
  • 1 tablespoon prepared mustard
  • 1 teaspoon celery salt
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1/3 cup stuffed green olives - chopped (optional)
  • fresh parsley sprigs (optional)
Directions
  • Cook the potatoes; then cool, peel, and dice.
  • Hard boil the eggs; then cool, peel, and chop.
  • Peel the onions and grate or chop fine.
  • Dice the celery fine.
  • Add the chopped potatoes, eggs, onions, and celery to a serving bowl, cover, and refrigerate while preparing the rest of the ingredients for the dressing.
  • Blend together the salad dressing, vinegar, pickle relish, pimento, mustard, celery salt, and sugar; then pour this sauce over the potato mixture and toss.
  • Cover the salad and refrigerate it for at least 1-2 hours for the flavors to blend properly. You may garnish the potato salad with olives and fresh sprigs of parsley for added flavor and color.

Traditional Baked Beans Recipe

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The savory aroma of these traditional baked beans, prepared with molasses, brown sugar, and bits of bacon, will whet the appetite—and the flavor will cause them to disappear.
Traditional Baked Beans Recipe
PREP: 15 minutes
COOK: 1.5 hours
READY IN: 2 hours
Container: 2-1/2 to 3 quart casserole.
Servings:
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Ingredients
  • 3 pounds canned pork and beans, drain most of the juice
  • 3 tablespoons prepared mustard
  • 3/4 cup ketchup
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 5 ounces crumbled bacon (pre cooked and crumbled)
  • 2 teaspoons liquid smoke
  • 3 tablespoons chopped dried onion
Directions
  • Coat inside of casserole dish with non stick cooking spray. Preheat oven to 325º F.
  • In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Pour bean mixture into prepared casserole.
  • Cover and bake 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Burrito Casserole Recipe

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Cheesy beef burritos filled with beans and chilies and topped with a creamy sauce. This recipe is perfect to make in advance and have in the refrigerator when ready to bake.
Burrito Casserole Recipe
PREP: 20 minutes
COOK: 40 minutes
READY IN: 1 hour
Servings:
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Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning mix
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 cup onions, chopped
  • 1/4 cup green chilies, chopped
  • 1 can refried beans
  • 12 flour tortillas
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup
  • 8 ounces sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Brown ground beef; drain.

Add taco mix, water, onions, chilies and beans to browned meat. Mix thoroughly. Place mixture in tortillas; roll up and place side-by-side in 9x13 inch baking dish.

Mix soup and sour cream. Pour over burritos. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake for 40 minutes.

Top with salsa, if desired.


Jalapeno Cheese Cornbread Pudding Recipe

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Wonderful side dish for a Mexican buffet or outdoor barbecue. A great alternative to stuffing on Thanksgiving.
Jalapeno Cheese Cornbread Pudding Recipe
PREP: 15 minutes
COOK: 1 hour
READY IN: 1.25 hours
Container: 8x8 square baking pan
Serving Description: one 2x2 square
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Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
  • 4 ears of fresh sweet corn, kernels removed
  • 4 large eggs - slightly beaten
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 4 cups cornbread, crumbled
  • 8 ounces jalapeno jack cheese, shredded, approximately 2 cups
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 fresh jalapeno, seeded, thinly sliced or chopped. More if desired.
Directions
  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F.
  • Grease an 8 inch square pan
  • Heat oil in a large skillet.
  • Add onions and corn to skillet.
  • Saute until the onions are translucent, approximately 8-10 minutes.
  • Stir in eggs, cream, cornbread and one cup of the cheese.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Sprinkle with remaining cheese and top with diced or sliced jalapenos.
  • Place pan in a water bath.
  • Bake approximately 1 hour or until firm.
  • Cut into squares and serve.

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
Servings:
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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.

BLT Wraps Recipe

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Roll up those delicious bacon, lettuce and tomatoes in a flour tortilla with some added cheese. You'll never miss the bread and its the perfect quick meal when its hot outside.
BLT Wraps Recipe
PREP: 10 minutes
COOK: 15 minutes
READY IN: 25 minutes
Servings:
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Ingredients
  • 1 pound thick sliced bacon
  • 4 flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 head iceberg lettuce, shredded
  • 1 tomato, diced
Directions
Cook bacon until done; drain and crumble.

Place 1 tortilla on microwave-safe plate. Sprinkle tortilla with shredded cheese. Microwave for 10-20 seconds until cheese is melted.

Top with bacon pieces, lettuce and diced tomatoes. Fold sides of tortilla over and roll up. Cut each wrap in half before serving.


Cucumber Green Pepper Macaroni Salad Recipe

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Cucumbers, peppers, and celery give this macaroni salad a nice crunchy texture. A nice summer salad to make when your cucumbers and green peppers are plentiful.
Cucumber amp Green Pepper Macaroni Salad Recipe
PREP: 45 minutes
COOK: 10 minutes
READY IN: 55 minutes
Ingredients
  • 8 ounces elbow macaroni
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 cucumber, chopped
  • 1/2 cup celery, diced
  • 2 hard boiled eggs
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • DRESSING:
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
Directions
  • Cook macaroni and rinse in cold water. Drain and place in large bowl.
  • Add chopped bell pepper, cucumber, celery, eggs and cheese.
  • Mix dressing separately. Add to salad just before serving.

Gooses Carolina Sweet Iced Tea Recipe

This is how you make great southern sweet iced tea.
Gooses Carolina Sweet Iced Tea Recipe
PREP: 10 minutes
COOK: 10 minutes
READY IN: 20 minutes
Ingredients
  • 2 1/2 cups sugar
  • 10 tea bags - regular size
  • 1 gallon cold tap water
Directions
  • Fill pot with about one quart of cold tap water. Place pot on burner, add 10 regular size tea bags to pot of water. Heat until boiling.
  • While tea is cooking put 2 and 1/2 cups of sugar into a gallon tea pitcher.
  • When tea starts to boil, remove from burner and pour tea into pitcher, (do not steep the tea) straining the tea bags. Use a spoon to squeeze tea from tea bags into the pitcher.
  • Stir tea and sugar until dissolved and fill the pitcher to gallon mark with cold tap water.
  • Stir and pour over a glass of ice. Refrigerate remaining tea for up to 4 to 5 days.

Layered Chicken and Pasta Salad Recipe

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An easy-to-make chicken salad with a combination of layers that include pasta, eggs, and lettuce. The layers create a tasty salad that can be enjoyed as a light meal or served as a nice side dish.
Layered Chicken and Pasta Salad Recipe
PREP: 15 minutes
COOK: 10 minutes
READY IN: 25 minutes
Container: 2 - 3 quart serving bowl
Servings:
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Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cups uncooked pasta shells (small)
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 4 cups shredded lettuce, loosely packed
  • 3 hard boiled eggs - sliced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 10 ounces frozen peas
  • 4 ounces shredded Colby Jack cheese
  • 2 tablespoons minced parsley
  • DRESSING:
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup light sour cream
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon dried onion flakes
Directions
  • Cook pasta, rinse with cold water and drain well; toss with canola oil. Set aside.
  • Place the lettuce on the bottom of the bowl; pour pasta over the lettuce.
  • Add the hard-boiled egg slice on top of the pasta.
  • Sprinkle with the salt and pepper; add a layer of chicken and then add a layer of peas on top of the chicken.
  • Combine the dressing ingredients and stir until blended.
  • Carefully spread the dressing over the top of the salad.
  • Place in the refrigerator until chilled. Before serving, sprinkle with cheese and minced parsley.

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.

Moms Wonderful Cookies Recipe

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These cookies are filled with everything that is good! Coconut, chocolate, toffee, oatmeal...you name it, this cookie has it. I bet you can't eat just one! These cookies freeze great, too.
Moms Wonderful Cookies Recipe
PREP: 15 minutes
COOK: 10 minutes
READY IN: 1.25 hours
Ingredients
  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup oil
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 3 1/2 cups flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup oatmeal
  • 1 cup Rice Krispies
  • 1 cup coconut
  • 1 cup mini chocolate chips
  • 1 cup toffee bits
Directions
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper, if desired.

In a mixing bowl, cream together butter, sugars, oil, eggs and vanilla.

In a separate bowl, mix together dry ingredients. Stir into creamed mixture.

Drop by tablespoon onto baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes.

Cool on wire rack.


Not-So-Sloppy Joes Recipe

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A simple and easy sloppy joe. Seasoned with just the right amounts to make it perk up your tastebuds. Serve these up on some soft buns with beans and potato chips.
Not-So-Sloppy Joes Recipe
PREP: 15 minutes
COOK: 25 minutes
READY IN: 40 minutes
Servings:
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Ingredients
  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1 teaspoon celery salt
Directions
Brown the ground beef with the onion; drain.

Add the remaining ingredients, mix together, and simmer 10 minutes. Serve on buns.

Note: Meat mixture can be made up ahead of time and reheated to serve.


Grannas Green Beans Recipe

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Grannas Green Beans Recipe
Ingredients
  • 1 can green beans (large can)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion salt
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
Directions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and cook stirring for 1 minute. Stir the green beans. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally for 5 minutes more. Add chicken broth and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium and cook until beans are tender and liquid is cooked away. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Broccoli Slaw Salad Recipe

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

Yummy Honey Chicken Kabobs Recipe

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Are you looking for a twist to your grilled chicken? Try these kabobs and you'll be thrilled you did. The chicken and vegetables are filled with an Asian flavor. Perfect for your next summer get-together. Get your guests involved and have them help to make the skewers.
Yummy Honey Chicken Kabobs Recipe
PREP: 20 minutes
COOK: 15 minutes
READY IN: 35 minutes
Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 4 chicken breasts, boneless, skinless, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 onions, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 red bell peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces
Directions
In a large bowl whisk together oil, honey, soy sauce, garlic and pepper. Reserve 1/4 cup of marinade to brush on kabobs while cooking. Place chicken, onions and peppers in the bowl and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, the longer the better.

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

Drain marinade from the chicken and vegetables and discard. Thread chicken and vegetables onto skewers.

Lightly oil the grill grate. Place the skewers on the grill. Cook for 8-12 minutes until chicken juices run clear, turning and brushing with reserved marinade frequently.


Baked Risotto Recipe

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This baked version creates less work than the constant stirring of traditional rissotto. The result is still the creamy and delicious risotto with added time to relax or spend on the rest of the meal. Try any of the variations listed below to suit your preferences for added taste and color.
Baked Risotto Recipe
PREP: 5 minutes
COOK: 1 hour
READY IN: 1.25 hours
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Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cups Arborio rice
  • 4 cups vegetable broth,
  • 2 cups water, divided
  • 2 cloves garlic, very finely minced
Directions
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.

Combine the rice with the stock, 1 cup water and garlic in a two-quart casserole dish. Cover and bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes.

At the third stirring, stir in remaining 1 cup water.

When done, the rice should have a tender and creamy texture. Let the risotto stand for 5 minutes before serving.

VARIATIONS: Use any of the following as toppings or mix-ins of your choice: wilted spinach or Swiss chard, corn kernels and goat cheese; sauteed zucchini, red pepper and fresh herbs; finely diced baked winter squash, sauteed red onion and toasted walnuts; sauteed leeks and chopped imported black olives; steamed asparagus and wilted spinach; grated fresh Parmesan or Parmesan-style soy cheese; grated mozzarella or mozzarella-style non-dairy cheese.


Oreo Cookie Salad or Dessert Recipe

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A delightful mixture of pudding, Oreos and whipped topping that can be served as a salad or dessert. If serving to kids, this dish will disappear in a hurry.
Oreo Cookie Salad or Dessert Recipe
PREP: 20 minutes
READY IN: 20 minutes
Ingredients
  • 1 package vanilla instant pudding
  • 2 cups cold milk
  • 1 package Oreo Cookies, Crushed
  • 1 cool whip (12 ounce) (large)
Directions
  • Mix the instant pudding and the milk together.
  • Crush the Oreos; stir into the pudding.
  • Fold in the Cool Whip. Refrigerate until thoroughly chilled prior to serving.
Note: Do not crush the Oreos too fine. If they are crushed too fine the salad will be mushy. (But it will still be very tasty!)

Banana Cream Pie Recipe

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Made with a graham cracker crust or a regular pie crust, this delicious creamy banana pie will be enjoyed by all. If you prefer your pie without meringue on top, this is the perfect cream pie for you. For another great pie, try our Coconut Cream Pie recipe.
Banana Cream Pie Recipe
PREP: 30 minutes
COOK: 15 minutes
READY IN: 45 minutes
Container: 9
Serving Size: 1 piece
Servings:
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Ingredients
  • PIE CRUST:
  • 1 refrigerated pie crust for 9
  • or
  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (18 crackers)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup butter or margarine, melted
  • PIE FILLING:
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 1/2 tablespoons corn starch
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 2 1/2 cups whole milk
  • 4 egg yolks, slightly beaten
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 to 2 bananas, large, peeled, and sliced
  • TOPPING:
  • 1 to 2 bananas, large, peeled, and sliced
  • whipped topping
Directions
PREPARE CHOICE OF CRUST:
  • Prepare refrigerated pie crust according to package instructions for a one crust pie with cream filling.
  • Or for a Graham Cracker Crust: heat oven to 350° F. In a small mixing bowl, combine cracker crumbs, sugar, and butter. Press crumbs firmly against the bottom and sides of the pie plate. Bake the crust for 10 minutes. Cool.
FILLING:
  • In a medium sauce pan, combine sugar, corn starch, and salt. Over medium heat, gradually whisk in milk. Stir constantly until filling becomes thick and reaches a boil. Boil filling for 1 minute.
  • Gradually add egg yolks.  Continue to whisk filling mixture constantly while bringing to a boil again. Boil for 1 minute.
  • Remove filling mixture from heat, blend in butter and vanilla.
  • Place 1 layer of sliced bananas in the bottom of cooled pie crust. Then, pour filling into pie crust. If desired, garnish with additonal bananas and whipped topping.
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