Interesting Crock Pot Chicken

So simple, and so good! Add a veggie or salad and dinner's done! I like to serve this over rice, but it is equally as tasty over cooked egg noodles. Ingredients: 2 (1 ounce) envelopes dry ranch dressing mix 6 boneless skinless chicken breasts 12 ounces thinly sliced mushrooms (more if you want) 2 tablespoons butter 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chicken broth 2 (10 1/2 ounce) cans condensed cream of mushroom soup 8 ounces cream cheese 2 garlic cloves,...

Vanilla-Scented Granola

Great snack for everyone, or the for kids lunches or even as an after school treat! Serve for breakfast with yogurt and fruit or over ice cream for dessert. Ingredients: vegetable oil cooking spray 4 cups old fashioned oats 1 cup sliced almonds 1/2 cup golden brown sugar, packed 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/3 cup vegetable oil 1/4 cup honey 2 tablespoons sugar 4 teaspoons vanilla extract Directions: Position rack to...

Individual Cream Cheese Danish

Small danishes that make a great addition to a brunch buffet. Ingredients: 2 (10 ounce) cans crescent roll dough 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, diced 1/2 cup white sugar 1 teaspoon lemon juice 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon sour cream 1 cup confectioners' sugar 1 tablespoon milk 1 tablespoon butter, softened Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Slice (unrolled) crescent roll dough into 1/4 inch slices...

World's Best Cinnamon Raisin Bread (Not Bread Machine)

This is the best Cinnamon Raisin Bread I've ever had! It really has a great consistency and smells WONDERFUL while baking. Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups milk 1 cup warm water (must be between 110-115 degrees) 2 (1/4 ounce) packages active dry yeast 3 eggs 1/2 cup white sugar 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 1 cup raisins 8 cups all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons milk 1 cup white sugar 3 tablespoons ground cinnamon 2 tablespoons butter,...

Grandma's Soft Sugar Cookies

Not sweet. Great with coffee or tea. Ingredients: 2 large eggs 2/3 cup vegetable oil 2 teaspoons vanilla 3/4 cup white sugar 2 cups flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt Directions: Beat together eggs, oil, vanilla and sugar; add flour, baking powder and salt and mix well. Drop by heaping teaspoon approx 3" apart on an ungreased cookie sheet. Flatten with bottom of glass moistened with water and dipped in sugar. Bake at 400°F...

Breakfast Casserole Supreme

This is a wonderful almost do ahead breakfast. Great for company or Christmas morning. Ingredients: 1/4 cup margarine 1 small sweet onion, chopped 1 small green pepper, chopped 2 -3 medium tomatoes, chopped 1 (24 ounce) bag frozen hash brown potatoes 12 eggs, beaten 1/2 lb cubed ham or 1/2 lb thin sliced ham or 1/2 lb cooked crumbled bacon or 1/2-1 lb sausage 3 cups cheddar cheese, shredded Directions: Melt margarine and place in the bottom...

Secretly Delicious Spinach Pie

The tortilla adds a delicious crunchy shell and it smells so good while it is cooking. I actually made up this recipe from items in my kitchen and couldn't believe how wonderful it tasted! Ingredients: 5 jumbo eggs (or 7 large eggs) 2 tablespoons milk 3 roasted garlic cloves, crushed 1/4 teaspoon lemon pepper 1 dash salt 3 slices cooked bacon, chopped (optional) 1 large flour tortilla 1 1/2 cups any blend shredded cheese 3 cups fresh spinach Directions: Mix...

Ground Beef Gyros

This is a great summer meal and quick and easy to put together and tastes wonderful. Refreshing served with the cucumber sauce and is even low in fat. I think this came from Quick Cooking. It's a favorite in our house. Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) container plain yogurt 1/3 cup chopped seeded cucumber 2 tablespoons finely chopped onions 1 garlic clove, minced 1 teaspoon sugar Filling 1 lb lean ground beef (I use ground turkey) 1 1/2 teaspoons...

Cottage Cheese Roast

Great vegetarian comfort food! Don't be fooled by the ingredients; the flavor is very much like meatloaf. Kitchen alchemy at its finest! Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) carton cottage cheese 4 eggs, beaten 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1 (1 ounce) envelope dry onion soup mix 1 cup finely chopped walnuts 1 1/2-2 1/2 cups corn flakes (I use Special K Whole Grain) 1/4 cup chopped onion Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a...

Award Winning Chili

This recipe was award winning for me too. I took it to the ice bowl, which is an annual fund raiser put on by our disc golf club. Ingredients: 1 lb ground venison or 1 lb ground beef or 1 lb ground turkey 2 onions, diced 1 green pepper, diced 1 tablespoon jalapeno, finely chopped 1 (14 ounce) can Mexican-style tomatoes (like Rotel) 2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce 2 tablespoons cumin 2 tablespoons chili powder 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon cayenne...

Greek Moussaka

Being Greek born I have tried my share of moussaka recipes over the years, this is a basic easy recipe I have been making for years and still make often, it has remained a huge family favorite, I have served this many times to guests for a dinner parties Ingredients: 2 medium eggplants olive oil (as needed) 1 lb lean ground beef (or can use ground lamb) 2 medium onions, peeled and chopped 2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic (or to taste, I use...

Easy Stove-Top Macaroni & Cheese

An easy way to do macaroni and cheese when there is little time until dinner. No baking required. Ingredients: 8 ounces elbow macaroni 1/4 cup butter 1/4 cup flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 dash black pepper 2 cups milk 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese or 8 ounces cheddar cheese Directions: Cook macaroni according to package directions. In medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; stir in flour, salt and pepper; slowly add milk. Cook and...

Aloo Gobi

Great aloo gobi recipe from the film Bend It Like Beckham Ingredients: 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1 large onion, peeled and cut into small pieces 1 bunch fresh coriander, separated into stalks and leaves and roughly chopped 1 small green chili, chopped into small pieces (or one teaspoon chili powder) 1 large cauliflower, leaves removed and cut evenly into eighths 3 large potatoes, peeled and cut into even pieces 2 (8 ounce) cans diced tomatoes fresh...

Pineapple-Black Bean Enchiladas

YOU WILL LOVE this Healthy, Low Fat, High Fiber, Vegetarian, Easy to make, And TASTE SO GOOD Recipe. Ingredients: 2 teaspoons vegetable oil 1 large yellow onion, chopped (about 1 cup) 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped (about 1 cup) 1 (20 ounce) can pineapple tidbits, drained 1/3 cup pineapple juice, reserved 1 (15 ounce) can progresso black beans, drained, rinsed 1 (4 1/2 ounce) can old el paso chopped green chilies 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup...

Mini Tacos

These can be a easy appetizer or a light dinner. Ingredients: 24 wonton wrappers 1 lb hamburger 1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning 1/2 cup salsa or 1/2 cup picante sauce 3 tablespoons salsa 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar is good, but a Mexican blend would be good too) sour cream (optional) olive (optional) guacamole (optional) Directions: Cook hamburger until browned. Drain the fat and stir in taco mix and 1/2 cup salsa/picante sauce. Simmer...

Crock Pot Chili Pork Chops

It is absolutely wonderful and the meat just falls off the bones. Ingredients: 1/2 cup chopped onion 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 -3 garlic cloves 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 1/2 cup water 3/4 cup ketchup 1 teaspoon chili powder 5 -6 pork chops (bone in preferred) salt and pepper Directions: Cook onions in oil until lightly brown. Add garlic, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, water, ketchup and salt and pepper. Cover and simmer the...

Chicken With Fettuccine Alfredo

Juicy chicken with a great creamy alfredo sauce. Very easy to make! Ingredients: 8 ounces fettuccine pasta 5 tablespoons butter, divided 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves salt and pepper 1/4 cup flour 1 tablespoon minced onion 2 tablespoons minced garlic 1 1/2 cups light cream 1/4 cup parmesan cheese 1 teaspoon parsley 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes Directions: Cook fettuccine according to package. Drain. While fettuccine is cooking,...

Herbed Pork Tenderloin

This special pork is tender and juicy and seasoned just right. Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups minced onions 2 tablespoons oil 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon rosemary 1/4 teaspoon thyme 1/4 teaspoon oregano 1/4 teaspoon basil 1/4 teaspoon paprika 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 (1 lb) pork tenderloin Directions: Mix the first 11 ingredients. Rub over the pork. Put on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Bake,...

Three-Cup Chicken

This is a traditional Taiwanese dish that we always order in our favorite Chinese restaurant. Ingredients: 1/3 cup sesame oil 20 garlic cloves, minced (yes, twenty!) 10 slices thin fresh ginger 2 serrano peppers, thinly sliced with seeds 2 lbs chicken breasts or 2 lbs chicken thigh pieces, cut up into bite-size pieces 1/3 cup soy sauce 1/3 cup rice wine 3 tablespoons sugar 2 cups Thai basil 1 cup of 1-inch sections scallion Directions: Heat...

Pronto Pups aka Corn Dogs

These are also known as Corn Dogs, but our school and church term for them are Pronto Pups. Ingredients: 1 cup cornmeal 1 3/4 cups flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 2 teaspoons salt 1 egg 1/3 cup sugar milk 24 hot dogs (can use Soy, Chicken, Beef, any type of hotdog) 24 wooden skewers oil Directions: Combine cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, egg and sugar. Add milk until batter has a pancake type consistency (Too much milk, and batter...