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Aug. 12, 2008
Recipe of the week---Mom's Marvelous Mac and Cheese

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(From Recipezaar.)

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Cook macaroni until just al dente. You don't want it mushy! Drain and rinse.
  2. Combine cottage cheese, sour cream, salt, cheese, and macaroni. Mix well.
  3. Pour into 2-quart casserole dish. Sprinkle with paprika.
    Bake at 350 for 45 minutes.

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Jun. 14, 2008
Savory Crust Chicken Pie

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Ingredients:

  • CRUST:
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup (8 ounces) sour cream
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried sage
  • FILLING:
  • 1/2 cup each chopped carrots, green pepper, sweet red pepper and onion
  • 1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cups cubed cooked chicken
  • 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Directions:

In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sour cream until smooth. Beat in egg. Combine the flour, baking powder, salt and sage; gradually add to butter mixture (mixture will be sticky). Spread into the bottom and up the sides of an ungreased 10-in. pie plate.
    For filling, in a large saucepan, saute vegetables in butter over medium heat until crisp-tender. Stir in chicken and soup. Spoon into the crust. Sprinkle with cheese.
    Bake at 400° for 30-35 minutes or until lightly browned. Let stand for 10 minutes. Yield: 6-8 servings.


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Jun. 14, 2008
Chicken and Dumpling Casserole

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  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup butter or margarine
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 package (10 ounces) frozen green peas
  • 4 cups cubed cooked chicken
  • DUMPLINGS:
  • 2 cups buttermilk biscuit mix
  • 2 teaspoons dried basil
  • 2/3 cup milk

Directions:

In a large saucepan, saute onion, celery and garlic in butter until tender. Add flour, sugar, salt, basil, pepper and broth; bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 1 minute; reduce heat. Add peas and cook for 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Stir in chicken. Pour into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dish.
    For dumplings, combine biscuit mix and basil in a bowl. Stir in milk with a fork until moistened. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto casserole (12 dumplings). Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes. Cover and bake 10 minutes more or until dumplings are done. Yield: 6-8 servings.


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Jun. 14, 2008
Chicken Crescent Casserole

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  • 1 celery rib, sliced
  • 3 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
  • 2/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons dried minced onion
  • 3 cups cubed cooked chicken
  • 1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
  • 1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
  • 2/3 cup shredded Swiss cheese
  • 1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds

Directions:

In a large saucepan, saute celery in 1 tablespoon butter until tender. Stir in the soup, mayonnaise, sour cream, onion, chicken, water chestnuts and mushrooms. Cook and stir over medium heat just until mixture begins to boil. Transfer to an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese.
    Unroll crescent roll dough into a rectangle; seal seams and perforations. Place over cheese. Melt the remaining butter; toss with nuts and sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Yield: 8-10 servings

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Jun. 14, 2008
Cheesy Chicken and Asparagus

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Ingredients:

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1 tablespoon butter or margarine
  • 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
  • 3 green onions, sliced
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 package (3 ounces) cream cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
  • 1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk
  • 1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped asparagus or broccoli
  • Hot cooked rice, optional

Directions:

In a large skillet, saute chicken in butter for 5-6 minutes or until juices run clear. Stir in mushrooms, onions and garlic; saute for 3 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Cut cream cheese into cubes and stir into chicken mixture until melted. Add thyme, salt, pepper, soup and milk; stir to combine. Simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Prepared asparagus or broccoli according to package directions; drain and stir into chicken mixture. Serve over rice if desired

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Jun. 14, 2008
Wagon Wheel Supper

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Ingredients:

  • 1/2 pound uncooked wagon wheel pasta
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1-3/4 cups water
  • 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted
  • 1 can (8-3/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
  • 1 envelope spaghetti sauce mix
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 4 ounces sliced Colby cheese, cut into strips

Directions:

Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain.
    Stir in the water, soup, corn, spaghetti sauce mix and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 2-3 minutes or until heated through.
    Drain pasta; stir into beef mixture. Top with cheese; cook and stir for 2 minutes.

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Jun. 14, 2008
Pepperoni Rigatoni

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Ingredients:

  • 1 package (16 ounces) rigatoni or large tube pasta
  • 1 jar (28 ounces) spaghetti sauce
  • 1 package (3-1/2 ounces) sliced pepperoni, halved
  • 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Directions:

Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Add spaghetti sauce and toss to coat. Place half in a greased shallow 3-qt. microwave-safe dish. Top with half of the pepperoni and cheese. Repeat layers.
    Cover and microwave on high for 5-7 minutes or until heated through and the cheese is melted. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Yield: 6-8 servings.


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May. 31, 2008
Beefy Corn Casserole

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Ingredients
2 cans of corn, drained
1 small can evaporated milk
1-1/2 cups cooked ground beef
1 egg
1-1/2 cups grated cheese - we like colby jack or mild cheddar
1 finely diced small onion or 3 tsp dried minced onions
1 cup buttery cracker crumbs - like Ritz or Townhouse
2 tbsp melted butter
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 cup French's fried onions
Note: The ground beef can be substituted with one 5-ounce can of ham, chopped

Directions
Mix all ingredients in a large bowl except French's fried onions. Spread into greased 9 x 9 pan. Bake at 350 for 35 minutes. Sprinkle French's fried onions on top, return to oven for 1-2 minutes. Let sit for 10 minutes to make it easier to cut into squares, then slice and remove with spatula and serve.

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May. 30, 2008
Cheeseburger Pasta

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1lb. ground beef
1-tsp. garlic powder
8ox spaghetti, cooked and drained
1 3/4 cup Italian style chopped tomatoes
1 oz onion soup mix
1 cup sour cream
3/4 tsp Italian seasoning
1 cup cheddar cheese

Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray 2-quart casserole with cooking spray. In a sauté pan, brown ground beef and add garlic powder. Drain fat. Combine spaghetti, beef, tomatoes, onion soup mix, sour cream, Italian seasoning, and 1/4 cup of cheddar cheese. Cover dish with foil and bake 15 to 20 minutes. Remove foil and sprinkle remaining cheese over casserole. Bake about 12 to 15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbling.

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Apr. 8, 2008
Cheesy Broccoli Casserole

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  • 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 3 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped broccoli
  • 8 ounces shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • salt to taste
  • ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 pinches paprika
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter a 9x13 inch baking dish. In a medium bowl, whisk together condensed cream of mushroom soup, mayonnaise, egg and onion.  Place frozen broccoli into a very large mixing bowl. (I like to use my large stainless steel bowl to mix this recipe thoroughly.) Break up the frozen broccoli. Using a rubber spatula, scrape soup-mayonnaise mixture on top of broccoli, and mix well. Sprinkle on cheese and mix well. Spread mixture into prepared baking dish, and smooth top of casserole. Season to taste with salt, pepper and paprika. Bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour in the preheated oven.

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Apr. 8, 2008
Turkey and Dressing Casserole

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  • 2 pounds ground turkey
  • 2 cups peeled and sliced carrots
  • 1 (15 ounce) can cut green beans, drained
  • 1 (10 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
  • 1 (12 ounce) jar turkey gravy
  • 1 (6 ounce) package herb-seasoned dry bread stuffing mix
  • 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 3 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease a 2 quart casserole dish or 9 inch square inch baking dish.
  • Set a large skillet over medium heat and coat with cooking spray. Crumble the ground turkey into the skillet and add carrots. Cook and stir until turkey is no longer pink, 5 to 10 minutes. Add the corn, green beans and gravy; stir to blend. Set aside and keep warm.
  • Prepare the stuffing mix according to package directions. Stir cream of mushroom soup into the stuffing along with the Cheddar cheese.
  • Spoon the turkey and vegetables into the prepared baking dish. Drop large spoonfuls of the stuffing on top until the vegetables are completely covered.
  • Bake for 15 to 20 minutes in the preheated oven, until the top is lightly browned. Set the oven to broil, and cook for 5 minutes to crisp the top.

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    Apr. 8, 2008
    Chicken Enchilada Casserole

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    • 2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cooked and diced
    • 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of celery soup
    • 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
    • 1 (10 ounce) can enchilada sauce
    • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers
    • 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chiles
    • 1 onion, chopped
    • 1 pinch garlic powder
    • 1 cup chicken broth
    • 1 teaspoon chili powder
    • 16 ounces processed cheese spread
    • 10 (6 inch) corn tortillas
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a 5 quart pot combine the chicken, cream of celery soup, cream of chicken soup, enchilada sauce, diced tomatoes and green chiles, onion, garlic, chicken broth, chili powder and cheese. Heat over medium high until the cheese is melted and all of the ingredients are mixed together well.
  • In a 9x13 inch baking dish, layer the mixture and the tortillas like you would lasagna. Make sure to put a thin layer of the mixture on the bottom of the baking dish to prevent sticking. After layering, place dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour, until cheese starts to brown and bubble. Let stand and cool for at least 10 minutes before serving!

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    Apr. 8, 2008
    Cheesy Noodle Casserole

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    • 2 (16 ounce) packages wide egg noodles
    • 1/2 cup butter or margarine
    • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
    • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
    • 1 teaspoon onion salt
    • 5 cups milk
    • 2 pounds process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
    • TOPPING:
    • 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
    • 2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
  • Cook noodles according to package directions; drain. In a Dutch oven, melt butter. stir in the flour, garlic salt and onion salt until smooth. gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Add the cheese; stir until melted. Stir in the noodles.
  • Transfer to two greased shallow 2-qt. baking dishes. Toss bread crumbs and butter; sprinkle over casseroles. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.

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    Apr. 8, 2008
    Corn Casserole

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  • 1 (15.25 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
  • 1 (14.75 ounce) can cream-style corn
  • 1 cup cooked wide egg noodles
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 small carrot, shredded
  • 1/4 cup cubed process American cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/3 cup crushed saltines
  • 1 tablespoon butter or margarine, melted
  • In a bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Transfer to a greased 1-qt. baking dish. Toss cracker crumbs and butter; sprinkle over the top. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F for 45-50 minutes or until heated though.


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    Apr. 8, 2008
    Pineapple Casserole

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    3 (15 ounce) cans pineapple chunks
  • 2 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 8 tablespoons pineapple juice
  • 8 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 30 buttery round crackers, crushed
  • 1/2 cup butter, sliced
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl combine pineapple chunks, cheese, pineapple juice, flour and sugar. Spoon into a 9x13 inch baking dish. Top with crushed crackers and butter slices. Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes.
  • (It sounds weird, but tastes good.)


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    Apr. 8, 2008
    Enchilada Casserole

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    • 1 pound ground beef
    • 1 large onion, chopped
    • 1/4 cup chopped green pepper
    • 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) whole tomatoes, chopped and drained
    • 1 can (10 ounces) enchilada sauce
    • 1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese, divided
    • 1 cup (8 ounces) 4% cottage cheese
    • 1 egg, beaten
    • 1 package (10 ounces) corn tortillas (6 inches), torn into pieces

    Directions:

    In a skillet, cook ground beef with onion and green pepper until the beef is browned and vegetables are tender; drain. Stir in tomatoes, enchilada sauce, olives and salt. Cover and simmer about 20 minutes. Meanwhile, combine 1 cup cheddar cheese, cottage cheese and egg; mix well. Set aside. Spread one-third of the meat mixture into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dish. Cover with half of the tortillas; spread with half of the cheese mixture. Repeat layers with remaining ingredients, ending with the meat mixture. Bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Remove from oven and sprinkle with remaining cheddar cheese. Return to oven for 3-5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Let stand 5-10 minutes before serving.

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    Apr. 8, 2008
    Beef and Mashed Potato Casserole

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    • 1 pound ground beef
    • 1 medium onion, chopped
    • 2 green onions, sliced
    • 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
    • 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
    • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
    • 1 (17-ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
    • 1 (11-ounce) can condensed tomato  soup, undiluted
    • 3/4 teaspoon salt
    • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
    • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
    • 2-1/2 cups hot mashed potatoes
    • 6 slices process cheese

    In a skillet, brown ground beef; drain. Add the onion; saute until transparent. Stir in basil, mustard, garlic, corn and tomato soup; simmer for 10 to 15 minutes. Add salt, pepper and cheese. Spoon into a 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dish. Top with mashed potatoes; cover with cheese slices. Bake at 275°, uncovered, for 40 minutes.


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    Apr. 8, 2008
    Chicken Crescent Casserole

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    • 1 celery rib, sliced
    • 3 tablespoons butter, divided
    • 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
    • 2/3 cup mayonnaise
    • 1/2 cup sour cream
    • 2 tablespoons dried minced onion
    • 3 cups cubed cooked chicken
    • 1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
    • 1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
    • 2/3 cup shredded Swiss cheese
    • 1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls
    • 1/2 cup sliced almonds

    In a large saucepan, saute celery in 1 tablespoon butter until tender. Stir in the soup, mayonnaise, sour cream, onion, chicken, water chestnuts and mushrooms. Cook and stir over medium heat just until mixture begins to boil. Transfer to an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese.
        Unroll crescent roll dough into a rectangle; seal seams and perforations. Place over cheese. Melt the remaining butter; toss with nuts and sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Yield: 8-10 servings.


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    Mar. 15, 2008
    Beefy Broccoli Casserole

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    Ingredients
    1 LB OF GROUND BEEF
    1 ONION CHOPPED
    2 BOXES OF CHOPPED BROCCOLI (THAWED)
    1 CUP OF UNCOOKED RICE
    1 CAN OF CONDENSED MUSHROOM SOUP
    1 JAR OF VELVETTA CHEESE

    Directions
    Cook grounds beef with chopped onion, drain. Add all other ingredients and stir well.Bake for 30 to 40 minutes at 350. 

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    Mar. 12, 2008
    Hash Brown Casserole

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    (I am including this because it is one of my husband's favorites.)

    Ingredients
    1 pound frozen hashbrowns
    2 cups sour cream
    1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
    1/2 can cream of celery soup (or more to taste)
    1/4 stick butter (optional-just as yummy without it)
    1/4 cup onion, diced
    1/2 tsp salt
    1/4 tsp pepper
    1 1/2 cups cornflakes
    about 1/4 cup melted butter

    Directions
    Preheat oven to 350F degrees. In a large bowl, mix everything except cornflakes and 1/4 melted butter. Spread ingredients into a glass baking dish. In a separate bowl, melt butter and mix a little at a time into cornflakes until cornflakes are just moist, but not soaked. Cover hash brown mixture with this mix. Pop it in the oven for 30 to 45 minute


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