Thursday, December 31, 2015

Breakfast And Brunch - Strawberry Cheesecake French Toast

Cream cheese-stuffed French toast is served with a sweet and warm strawberry glaze and topped with whipped cream in this decadent breakfast favorite.

Sunday, December 27, 2015

Soups Stews And Chili - Stuffed Pepper Soup Ii

Uncooked white rice is added to ground beef which has been sauteed with green peppers, onions and garlic in this tomato based soup seasoned with cinnamon and parsley.

Friday, December 25, 2015

Meat And Poultry - Chicken Breasts In Caper Cream Sauce

A family favorite, these chicken breasts get the full-flavored treatment: these are smothered in a creamy dill and caper sauce, and seasoned with lemon pepper and garlic powder.

Thursday, December 24, 2015

Soups Stews And Chili - Jamies Minestrone

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I created this soup after becoming tired of the excess salt and lack of veggies in canned minestrone. I recalled a great bowl of minestrone that was overflowing with rich vegetables at the 'Sheepherder's Inn' in Sacramento, California. Great with a hearty bread, romaine salad and a nice Merlot!

Wednesday, December 9, 2015

Pork Scratching

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Breakfast And Brunch - Easy Strata And Variations

When I plan brunch for a crowd, strata is one of the first dishes on my list. And I'm not alone in loving this easy breakfast casserole. So enjoy creating your own combinations using ingredients that are in season or on hand, and be prepared for compliments.

Monday, December 7, 2015

Salad - Purple Apple Slaw

Pretty and delicious, too! The combination of the purple cabbage (a little sweeter than the green) and the apples is awesome. The dressing is my Grandma's recipe. You will be sure to impress your guests!

Sunday, December 6, 2015

Saturday, December 5, 2015

Wednesday, December 2, 2015

Breakfast And Brunch - Lower Fat Banana Bread I

The deep banana flavor needs no other adornment in this simple bread with less sugar and fat than other recipes like it.

Thursday, November 26, 2015

Cheese - Juicy Lucy Burgers

A favorite of Minnesotans! The famous Juicy Lucy is pure juicy, cheesy goodness when melted American cheese is sandwiched between two seasoned ground beef patties.

Wednesday, November 25, 2015

Bread - Ricardos Pizza Crust

This herb laced pizza crust is mixed in the bread machine but baked in the oven. Add your favorite toppings to make a delicious main dish.

Tuesday, November 24, 2015

Cherry

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Herbs And Spices - Jackies Sausage Soup

This one-pot soup doesn't take a lot of time, but it sure tastes like it does. Italian sausage, chopped spinach, and orzo pasta combine with green pepper, onions, and garlic, in a chicken broth and tomato soup.

Sunday, November 22, 2015

Fresh Red Strawberry

Heap of fresh red strawberry with green leaf. Placed on white background. Close-up. Studio photography.

Friday, November 20, 2015

Fruits And Vegetables - Fresh Fruit Salad Pie

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An apple, banana and pineapple fruit salad in a pie. This pie always gets eaten. It's easy to make and looks wonderful!

Broccoli Soup And Bread

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Monday, November 16, 2015

Soups Stews And Chili - Chicken Cheese Chowder

This rich stew incorporates chopped cooked chicken and vegetables in a creamy soup base with processed cheese and soy sauce.

Saturday, November 14, 2015

Side Dish - Pineapple Stuffing

A scrumptious pineapple and bread cube stuffing that is great as a side dish with ham. I often make this dish for the holidays.

Friday, November 13, 2015

Pasta - Ham And Swiss Casserole

Chopped onions, melted Swiss cheese and diced ham casserole baked with egg noodles.

Thursday, November 12, 2015

Tuesday, November 10, 2015

Sunday, November 1, 2015

Tuesday, October 27, 2015

Whisky Drink Splash

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Soups Stews And Chili - Best Pennsylvania Dutch Chicken Corn Soup

This dumpling soup is made entirely from scratch with fresh corn and stock from the whole chicken, seasoned with nutmeg and flecked with hard-cooked egg.

Monday, October 26, 2015

Cheese - Erics Best New York Style Cheesecake

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This rich crustless cheesecake is flavored with amaretto rather than the traditional lemon. Serve with fresh sliced fruit or berries and fresh whipped cream.

Sunday, October 25, 2015

Herbs And Spices - Basil Pesto Bread Rounds

A very easy and versatile recipe of a pesto topping on French bread slices. One of my most requested recipes! Great for potlucks, or as an accompaniment to soup or salad meals. Try them with sun-dried tomato pesto!

Friday, October 23, 2015

Herbs And Spices - Best Cream Of Potato Soup

In this definitive potato soup, vegetables and aromatics are simmered in a highly seasoned milk and chicken broth soup base which is thickened with a roux.

Thursday, October 22, 2015