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Meal Plan: November 11 - 17, 2012


Sweet and Spicy Ribs Recipe

The meat falls off the bones and has that perfect sweet and spicy combination.
Sweet and Spicy Ribs Recipe
PREP: 15 minutes
COOK: 3 hours
READY IN: 3 hours
Ingredients
  • 3 cups pineapple juice
  • 1 1/2 cups brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons ground mustard
  • 1/3 cup ketchup
  • 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons ginger, minced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 pound baby back ribs
  • 1 bottle barbecue sauce
Directions
Combine first 10 ingredients. Pour mixture over ribs, cover and refrigerate overnight, turning occasionally.

Preheat oven to 275 degrees.

Cook ribs and marinade for 1 1/2 hours, turning halfway.

Preheat grill to medium heat. Grill ribs 20-30 minutes, brushing with barbecue sauce and turning frequently.


Herbed Sweet Potato Fries Recipe

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Fresh herbs combined with the sweet potatoes are delicious. And they are baked not fried to bring a little healthier side full of nutrients.
Herbed Sweet Potato Fries Recipe
COOK: 15 minutes
READY IN: 45 minutes
Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes or yams
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon thyme, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
Directions
Preheat oven to 400°. Spray large baking sheet with cooking spray.

Wash and peel sweet potatoes. Cut into 1/2-inch slices, then again into 1/2-inch strips. Toss sweet potatoes with oil in a large bowl. Sprinkle generously with salt and pepper. Spread sweet potatoes in single layer on prepared baking sheet. Bake until sweet potatoes are tender and golden brown, turning occasionally, about 30 minutes.

Transfer sweet potatoes to platter.

Mix herbs in a small bowl. Sprinkle over sweet potatoes.

VARIATIONS: You can add any favorite herb to the mix, even a little dash of Parmesan cheese is delicious.


Sautéed Brussels Sprouts Recipe

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Caramelizing the onion and Brussels sprouts adds that sweetness to them that is sure to please. Have them any night of the week, not just on special occasions. So easy and so delicious.
Saut#233ed Brussels Sprouts Recipe
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Ingredients
  • 1 pound Brussels Sprouts
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 shallot, minced
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Directions
Trim outer leaves from Brussels sprouts and thinly slice.

Add butter and olive oil to a large sauté pan over medium heat. When butter has melted, add shallots and Brussels sprouts and cook until they begin to caramelize, about 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.


Quick-n-Easy Fruit Salad Recipe

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A sweet salad that goes well with any meal. Grapes, apples, bananas, and marshmallows, it couldn't get any easier. It is a great salad for kids.
Quick-n-Easy Fruit Salad Recipe
COOK: 20 minutes
READY IN: 20 minutes
Container: Medium bowl
Ingredients
  • 2 cups grapes - cut in half
  • 1 apple - cut into triangles
  • 2 bananas - sliced
  • 2 cups miniature marshmallows
  • 8 ounces whipped topping
Directions
  • Slice grapes in half and put in a medium bowl.
  • Core the apples and cut into triangles; add to the grapes.
  • Slice bananas and add to the bowl.
  • Add the whipped topping and stir gently to coat everything evenly.
  • Add the marshmallows and fold into the mixture.
  • Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Note: If very young kids will be eating this salad you may want to peel the apples. Otherwise the apple peel adds nice color.

Pumpkin Latte Bundt Cake Recipe

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Moist and delicious pumpkin-flavored cake. The layers of latte cream cheese give this Bundt cake a hint of coffee flavor that mingles nicely with the pumpkin.
Pumpkin Latte Bundt Cake Recipe
PREP: 1.5 hours
COOK: 40 minutes
Container: Bundt cake pan
Serving Size: 1 slice
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Ingredients
  • LATTE CREAM CHEESE LAYER:
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 teaspoons instant coffee granules
  • 8 ounces cream cheese - softened
  • 2/3 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • PUMPKIN CAKE:
  • 3 cups flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 cup butter or margarine - softened
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 2/3 cup pumpkin puree - can use canned pumpkin
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • STREUSEL:
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup oatmeal (quick oats work fine)
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/4 cup butter or margarine - cold
  • COFFEE GLAZE:
  • 1 1/4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon light corn syrup
  • 2 tablespoons strong brewed coffee
Directions
LATTE CREAM CHEESE LAYER:
  • Whisk the eggs slightly and then stir in the instant coffee granules; set aside.
  • Beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the sugar, flour, and vanilla to the cream cheese; beat until well blended.
  • Add the egg and coffee mixture and beat until blended; set aside until ready to layer with the cake (do not refrigerate).
PUMPKIN CAKE:
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Prepare Bundt pan by greasing the entire inside. Be sure to get it in every crease of the pan. Set pan aside.
  • Whisk together the first 5 dry ingredients.
  • In a large mixing bowl beat the softened butter for about 30 seconds; then gradually add the sugar while beating.
  • Beat until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating between each. Add the pumpkin and beat until well mixed.
  • Begin gradually adding the dry ingredients and the buttermilk, alternating between the two. Beat between each addition. Continue until all dry ingredients and buttermilk have been added and mixed in evenly.
  • Mix up the Streusel Topping as directed and spread evenly into the bottom of the Bundt pan.
  • Pour half of the pumpkin cake batter over the streusel and spread out evenly.
  • Spoon half of the cream cheese mixture on top of the pumpkin cake batter. Do not spread the cream cheese layer out, leave in spoonfuls.
  • Add the remaining pumpkin cake batter on top of the cream cheese and carefully spread the batter out evenly.
  • Add the remaining cream cheese mixture by spoonfuls in same manner as before.
  • Marble the pumpkin layers and cream cheese layers by swirling through the layers with a knife. Swirl thru the batter several times but do not over do it or the two will mix together too much.
  • Place the cake in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until a toothpick poked in the middle comes out clean.
  • Remove from the oven and place on a wire rack to cool for 10 minutes; after cooling for 10 minutes, turn the cake out onto a cake plate. If streusel topping sticks in the pan, use a spoon to scrape it out and place it back on top of the cake. Allow cake to cool completely.
COFFEE GLAZE:
  • Combine the powdered sugar and corn syrup together in a small bowl and stir until smooth.
  • Add the strong coffee in increments until the mixture is a good consistency for drizzling.
  • Drizzle over the cooled cake. Serve.

Easy Tuna Casserole Recipe

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Cream of mushroom soup coats the egg noodles and you get a little tuna, peas and cheese all in one bite. Serve this with some buttered toast for the perfect comfort meal.
Easy Tuna Casserole Recipe
PREP: 15 minutes
COOK: 30 minutes
READY IN: 45 minutes
Servings:
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Ingredients
  • 1 can tuna, drained
  • 1 package egg noodles, cooked
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 can peas, drained (optional)
  • 1 cup Cheddar cheese
Directions
Preheat oven to 325° F.

Combine tuna, cooked noodles, soup, milk and peas, if desired. Sprinkle cheese on top.

Bake for 30 minutes.


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
Servings:
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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.

Coleslaw Recipe

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Here's a classic salad for any season. This simple cabbage and carrot coleslaw recipe is an easy and tasty way to prepare fresh cabbage and carrots from your garden harvest. See our Summer Side Dish Recipes collection for other dishes in which you can use your fresh vegetables.
Coleslaw Recipe
PREP: 45 minutes
READY IN: 45 minutes
Ingredients
  • 2 pounds cabbage
  • 3 carrots (medium size)
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
  • Remove the wilted, discolored and thick outer leaves of the cabbage and cut the remaining head into quarters. Remove the hard inner core from each quarter.
  • Thinly shred the cabbage to produce approximately 8 cups. Shred carrots and set shredded cabbage and carrots aside.
  • Combine sour cream, mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper in a large bowl and whisk until well blended.
  • Add shredded cabbage and carrots. Toss until cabbage and carrots are evenly coated.
  • Let the coleslaw stand at room temperature, uncovered, until cabbage is wilted, approximately 25 to 30 minutes. Toss 1 or 2 times while it is standing.
  • After it is wilted, place in the refrigerator to chill.
  • The coleslaw can be made the day before and refrigerated until ready to use.(A sprinkle of paprika perks up the appearance of the slaw.)

Grandmas Easy Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe

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Soup that tastes like you worked on it all day but actually ready in less than an hour. Serve this soup with soda crackers and peanut butter sandwiches. The frozen egg noodles are as close to homemade as you'll find and work perfectly in this soup.
Grandmas Easy Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe
PREP: 20 minutes
COOK: 30 minutes
READY IN: 50 minutes
Ingredients
  • 3 boneless chicken breast
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 stalks celery, sliced
  • 1 1/2 cups carrots, sliced
  • 64 ounces chicken broth
  • 1 package frozen egg noodles
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 2 teaspoons parsley
  • 1 bay leaf
Directions
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy clean-up.

Place chicken on prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Cook until no longer pink, 15-20 minutes; dice chicken up.

In a stock pot, melt butter. Saute onion, celery and carrots until softened, approximately 5 minutes.

Add broth, noodles, seasonings and diced chicken to mixture. Bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to a simmer and cover. Simmer for 20-30 minutes until noodles are cooked.

Remove bay leaf before serving.


Cheesy Pita Bread Wedges Recipe

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With or without the cheese this garlic bread will be a hit. There's just something about those grilled and seasoned little triangles that make you want more until they are all gone.
Cheesy Pita Bread Wedges Recipe
PREP: 5 minutes
COOK: 5 minutes
READY IN: 10 minutes
Ingredients
  • 6 pita pocket bread rounds, cut in half
  • 12 tablespoons garlic and herb cream cheese spread (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
Directions
Preheat grill to medium heat.

Spread 1 tablespoon of cream cheese in each pita half, if desired.

Combine oil, salt and black pepper. Brush both sides of each bread half with oil mixture. Place bread halves on grill. Grill, uncovered, 1 1/2 - 2 minutes on each side or until lightly browned.

Cut bread halves into wedges.


Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

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Soft textured cookies with the great flavor combination of bananas and chocolate. Perfect way to use up ripe bananas.
Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
PREP: 15 minutes
COOK: 10 minutes
READY IN: 25 minutes
Container: cookie sheet
Ingredients
  • 3/4 cup solid vegetable shortening
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup mashed bananas ( 2 large ripe bananas)
  • 1 1/2 cups flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 2 cups oats
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
Directions
  • Mix shortening, sugar, eggs, and bananas well.
  • Add flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  • Stir in oats and chocolate chips.
  • Drop tablespoon-size portions on cookie sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes at 400°F.

  • Beef and Blue Sandwiches with Caramelized Onion Recipe

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    Savory little sandwiches that are easy to make ahead.
    Beef and Blue Sandwiches with Caramelized Onion Recipe
    PREP: 30 minutes
    COOK: 30 minutes
    READY IN: 1 hour
    Serving Description: makes approximatley 36 sandwiches
    Ingredients
    • BLUE CHEESE SPREAD:
    • 1 1/2 packages (8 oz.) cream cheese - softened
    • 8 ounces sour cream
    • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
    • 1 teaspoon hot sauce
    • 6 ounces blue cheese - crumbled, can use Maytag, Stilton or Gorgonzola
    • 1/2 cup walnut halves - toasted and chopped
    • CARMELIZED ONIONS:
    • 3 tablespoons olive oil
    • 3 large, sweet onions - thinly sliced
    • 1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
    • 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper - or to taste
    • 36 cocktail sandwich buns
    • 1 1/2 pounds deli sliced roast beef
    Directions
    BLUE CHEESE SPREAD:
    • Beat cream cheese with an electric mixer until creamy.
    • Add sour cream, Worcestershire sauce and hot sauce.
    • Stir until blended.
    • Stir in blue cheese and walnuts.
    • Cover and chill for two hours.
    • Left over spread is great on steak or add a splash of milk to transform it into a wonderful salad dressing.
    CARMELIZED ONIONS:
    • Heat oil in a dutch oven over medium heat.
    • Add onions.
    • Cook, stirring often, 30 minutes or until carmelized.
    • Stir in vinegar and pepper.
    • Remove from heat, cool slightly.

    ASSEMBLING SANDWICHES:
    • Split rolls in half.
    • Spread tops and bottoms of rolls with the blue cheese spread.
    • Place roast beef on bottoms of rolls.
    • Top beef with carmelized onions.
    • Cover with tops.

    Note: the blue cheese spread and carmelized onions may be made one day ahead. Assemble the sandwiches no more than 2 hours before serving.

    Two Cheese Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

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    Macaroni and cheese with twice the cheesy flavor. This pasta dish makes a great side dish for any meal.
    Two Cheese Macaroni and Cheese Recipe
    PREP: 45 minutes
    COOK: 45 minutes
    READY IN: 1.5 hours
    Container: 9 x 13 baking dish
    Servings:
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    Ingredients
    • 1 pound penne pasta
    • 3 tablespoons butter
    • 4 cloves garlic - minced
    • 3 tablespoons flour
    • 1/4 teaspoon salt
    • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
    • 3 cups milk
    • 5 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
    • 1 cup Asiago cheese
    Directions
    • Cook pasta according to directions on the package.
    • In a large saucepan, melt the butter and then add the minced garlic; cook until tender.
    • Add the flour, salt, and pepper; stir until well blended.
    • Continue to cook this mixture until lightly browned; stir constantly.
    • Gradually add the milk, whisking mixture until smooth.
    • Continue to cook unit it comes to a boil; allow to boil until it thickens, approximately 2 minutes.
    • Remove the boiled mixture from the heat and add all of the cheese except for 1 cup of the cheddar cheese. Stir until it is all melted.
    • Add the cooked pasta and stir until well mixed.
    • Grease a 9 x 13 baking dish and the pour the pasta and cheese into the dish.
    • Sprinkle the top with the remaining cup of cheddar cheese. Bake uncovered in an oven preheated to 350 degrees F. Bake for 40 minutes or until the top is lightly browned.
    • Allow to stand for 5 - 10 minutes before serving.

    Cherry Cola Recipe

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

    Ravioli Skillet Recipe

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    Kids and adults will enjoy this pasta dish. Ravioli can be found in the refrigerated sections of most grocery stores. Take a little help from the store and have a nice family dinner. Serve it with some garlic bread and a green salad.
    Ravioli Skillet Recipe
    PREP: 10 minutes
    COOK: 10 minutes
    READY IN: 20 minutes
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    Ingredients
    • 1 pound ground beef
    • 3/4 cup green pepper, chopped
    • 1 ounce prosciutto or deli ham, chopped
    • 3 cups spaghetti sauce
    • 3/4 cup water
    • 1 package cheese ravioli (25 ounce pkg)
    • 1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
    Directions
    In a large skillet, cook beef, green pepper and prosciutto or ham over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain.

    Stir in spaghetti sauce and water; bring to a boil.

    Add the ravioli. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 7-9 minutes or until ravioli is tender, stirring once.

    Sprinkle with cheese. Simmer uncovered for 1-2 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.


    Simple Toss Salad Recipe

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

    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.

    Pumpkin Empanadas Recipe

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    Great hand-held pumpkin pie dessert. All the flavor of the pumpkin pie for those who prefer more crust with their pumpkin. Serve with whipped cream to make it even sweeter.
    Pumpkin Empanadas Recipe
    PREP: 25 minutes
    COOK: 20 minutes
    READY IN: 45 minutes
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    Ingredients
    • 2 refrigerated pie crust rolls
    • 1 can pumpkin (15 oz can)
    • 1 egg
    • 3/4 cup sugar
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
    • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
    • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
    Directions
    Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

    In a large bowl, mix the pumpkin, egg, sugar, salt, cinnamon, ginger and cloves together until smooth.

    Cut prepared pie crust into 5 inch circles. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of filling into the center of the dough circle. Fold the dough over the filling to make a half-moon shaped pie, and crimp the edges of the crust together with your fingers or a fork. Gently lay the empanadas onto the prepared baking sheets.

    Bake in the preheated oven until the filling is hot and the crusts are lighly browned, approximately 20 minutes.


    Crab Cakes with Lime and Cilantro Recipe

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    This tasty seafood favorite is given a sprightly burst of flavor with a garnish of lime and cilantro.
    Crab Cakes with Lime and Cilantro Recipe
    PREP: 30 minutes
    COOK: 15 minutes
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    Ingredients
    • 1 pound crab meat, squeeze out any excess liquid
    • 1/2 cup bread crumbs, divided
    • 3 eggs
    • 1 tablespoon light mayonnaise
    • 3/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
    • 3 tablespoons cilantro, fresh, minced
    • 1 tablespoon (to 2 tablespoons) vegetable oil
    • garnish: cilantro sprigs
    • garnish: lime wedges
    Directions
    • In a large bowl, combine crab meat, 1/4 cup bread crumbs, 1 slightly beaten egg, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper and 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro. Form mixture into patties.
    • Beat 2 eggs. Place eggs in a shallow pan or plate. Pour 1/4 cup of bread crumbs onto a plate. Dip each patty into beaten egg, covering both sides, and then cover with bread crumbs.
    • Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of oil to a large skillet. Over medium high heat, cook patties for approximately 3 to 4 minutes on each side. Serve hot.
    • Garnish with fresh lime wedges and cilantro sprigs.

    Chicken Flavored Rice Mix Recipe

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    Rice mix that tastes better than any boxed mix and is as easy to prepare. You mix these up in advance and then prepare them when you want them. They also make great gifts when decorated in a pretty jar!
    Chicken Flavored Rice Mix Recipe
    PREP: 10 minutes
    COOK: 25 minutes
    READY IN: 30 minutes
    Ingredients
    • 3 cups long grain rice
    • 1 cup spaghetti noodles, broken into very short strands
    • 4 tablespoons instant chicken bouillon
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 2 teaspoons tarragon
    • 2 teaspoons parsley
    • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
    • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
    • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
    Directions
    Place rice and noodles in a bowl and stir until evenly distributed. Divide evenly into 3 1-pint air-tight containers.

    Combine the seasonings in a small bowl, mix well. Divide evenly into 3 small zipper bags. Place one seasoning packet into each of the containers of rice and noodle mixture.

    TO PREPARE: In a saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat. Add one rice and noodle mixture; stir until lightly browned, 4-5 minutes. Stir in 2 1/2 cups water and one seasoning packet and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover and cook for 20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.

    NOTE: Use within 6-8 months.


    Roasted Broccoli Recipe

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    Roasted broccoli with a little spiced up flavor. Onion, garlic, and red pepper flakes all provide some spark to this broccoli side dish.
    Roasted Broccoli Recipe
    PREP: 25 minutes
    COOK: 25 minutes
    READY IN: 50 minutes
    Container: Casserole dish
    Ingredients
    • 1 bunch broccoli
    • 1 onion (medium)
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
    • 3 cloves garlic
    • salt and pepper to taste
    • red pepper flakes to taste
    Directions
    • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
    • Cut broccoli into bite size pieces. Spray large casserole dish with cooking spray.
    • Dice onion and garlic. Place broccoli, onion, and garlic into casserole dish.
    • Drizzle olive oil (or butter) over the top. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and red pepper flakes.
    • Bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes.

    Tangy Pork Chops Recipe

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    Slow cooked pork chops that are so tender they just fall apart. The sauce is full of flavor and perfect served over rice and served with crusty bread to mop up all that great sauce!
    Tangy Pork Chops Recipe
    PREP: 15 minutes
    COOK: 6 or more hours
    READY IN: 6 or more hours
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    Ingredients
    • 4 pork chops
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)
    • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
    • 1 onion, diced
    • 2 stalks celery, diced
    • 1 green pepper, diced
    • 1 can stewed tomatoes, no salt added (14 ounce can)
    • 1/2 cup ketchup, no salt added
    • 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
    • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
    • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
    • 1 low-sodium beef bouillon cube
    • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
    • 2 tablespoons water
    Directions
    Place chops in a slow cooker; sprinkle with salt and pepper.

    Add the onions, celery, green pepper, and tomatoes.

    Combine ketchup, vinegar, sugar, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and bouillon; pour over vegetables. Cover and cook on LOW for 5-6 hours.

    Mix cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into liquid in slow cooker. Cover and cook on HIGH for 30 minutes or until thickened.


    Easy Homemade Rice Pilaf Recipe

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    A side dish that goes well with anything. Chicken broth adds a great flavor to rice along with browning the pasta noodles in butter.
    Easy Homemade Rice Pilaf Recipe
    PREP: 15 minutes
    COOK: 20 minutes
    READY IN: 35 minutes
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    Ingredients
    • 1/2 stick butter
    • 1/4 pound spaghetti, broken into small pieces
    • 3 1/2 cups chicken broth
    • 2 1/3 cups long grain rice
    Directions
    In a 3-quart saucepan, melt butter and brown broken pieces of spaghetti, being careful not to let them burn.

    Add chicken broth and bring this to a boil.

    When broth is boiling add the rice; cover and simmer on low heat about 20 minutes or until all liquid has absorbed.


    Fried Green Beans Recipe

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    Green beans fried in butter until slightly browned, adding a boost of flavor to this popular vegetable. Your family will love this easy and tasty method of cooking green beans.
    Fried Green Beans Recipe
    PREP: 10 minutes
    COOK: 20 minutes
    READY IN: 30 minutes
    Container: Large skillet
    Ingredients
    • 1 pound green beans
    • 3 tablespoons butter or margarine
    • Salt and pepper to taste
    Directions
    • Snap ends of beans and leave whole.
    • Boil or steam green beans until just crisp-tender. Beans should still have a little bite to them. Do not overcook.
    • Drain off any moisture and pat dry with paper towels.
    • In a large skillet, heat the butter or margarine until sizzling.
    • Add the green beans and fried over medium-high heat until beans are lightly browned. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
    • Serve immediately while still warm.

    Apple Bread Recipe

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    A moist, delicious quick bread that contains flavorful chunks of apple.
    Apple Bread Recipe
    PREP: 45 minutes
    COOK: 1 hour
    READY IN: 1.75 hours
    Container: 2 Loaf pans
    Serving Size: 1 slice
    Servings:
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    Ingredients
    • 1 cup shortening
    • 2 cups sugar
    • 3 tablespoons buttermilk or sour milk (or add a few drops of vinegar or lemon juice to regular milk)
    • 4 eggs
    • 2 teaspoons vanilla
    • 4 cups sifted flour
    • 2 teaspoons baking soda
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 2 teaspoons orange juice or orange extract
    • 2 cups chopped apples
    • 4 teaspoons sugar
    • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
    Directions
    • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease the bottom and sides of two loaf pans.
    • Combine the shortening, sugar, sour milk, and eggs together in a mixing bowl and beat with an electric mixer until well blended.
    • Add the vanilla, sifted flour, soda, salt and orange juice. Mix until evenly combined.
    • Add the chopped apples and stir into the batter.
    • Pour the batter into the greased loaf pans.
    • Combine 4 tsp. of sugar and 2 tsp. of cinnamon and sprinkle over the top of the loaves.
    • Place the pans into the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour. Check doneness after 45 minutes by inserting a toothpick in the center of the loaf. If it comes out clean, the bread is done. If not, bake another 5 minutes and check again.
    • When the bread is done remove it from the oven and allow it to cool for 10 minutes while still in the pan. Then remove from the pan and allow it to cool completely on a cooling rack.

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