Famous Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi

Tastes EXACTLY like the Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi. It's a favorite recipe in our home!! Ingredients: 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 tablespoon pure olive oil 2 tablespoons garlic, finely chopped 1 1/2 cups white wine, I use chardonnay 1/2 fresh lemon, Juice only 1 teaspoon italian seasoning 1/2 cup softened butter 1 tablespoon parsley 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese Directions: Heat cast iron skillet and add olive oil. Add shrimp...

Olive Garden Minestrone Soup by Todd Wilbur

It's finally here! What everyone's been waiting for! Just in time for winter, this soup is sure to warm your soul with it's savory flavor and wonderful aroma. Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 cup minced white onion (about 1 small onion) 1/2 cup chopped zucchini 1/2 cup frozen cut Italian cut green beans 1/4 cup minced celery (about 1/2 stalk) 4 teaspoons minced garlic (about 4 cloves) 4 cups vegetable broth (Swanson is good *note ( Do...

Taco Bell Mexican Pizza

A friend gave me this recipe and it was an immediate hit with our family and friends. Ingredients: 1/2 lb ground beef 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon diced minced onion 1/4 teaspoon paprika 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder (Spanish is best) 2 tablespoons water 8 flour tortillas (6 "inch") 1 cup cooking oil 1 (16 ounce) can refried beans 1/3 cup diced tomato 2/3 cup mild picante sauce 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1 cup shredded monterey jack cheese 1/4...

Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits

Don't you just love the copycat recipes? Here's another one, and if you like Red Lobster's biscuits, this is the recipe for you. They may not be the EXACT biscuits, but you will not notice a difference in the taste Ingredients: 2 cups Bisquick baking mix 1/2 cup cold water 3/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1/4 cup butter 1 teaspoon dried parsley 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning Directions: Heat oven to 450. Combine...

Jolean's Cheese Potato & Smoked Sausage Casserole

This was another one of our favorites in the 70's Very inexpensive and very easy to make. Just recently found this recipe hand-written by my Mom, and the warm feelings flood back to me, because this was a true favorite in our house. Ingredients: 3 cups idaho potatoes, peeled, boiled and cut into cubes when cool, approx. 1 lb 4 tablespoons butter 4 tablespoons flour 2 cups milk 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1/2 lb Velveeta cheese, diced 1/2...

Crock Pot - Style Loaded Baked Potato Soup

If you like loading your baked potatoes will all those delish dairy ingredients, then you'll love this soup recipe, too! Original recipe calls for only four slices of bacon, but I -- being a little piggy -- love the bacon, so we always use more like 8 to 12 slices. You decide which you prefer. Ingredients: 6 large baking potatoes, peeled, cut in 1/2 -inch cubes 1 large onion, chopped 1 quart chicken broth 3 garlic cloves, minced (or pressed) 1/4...

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Biscuits

I like these because they are so quick and easy. Even though you use Bisquick, they don't come out tasting like Bisquick or like baking powder. I always have to double the batch to make sure I get some! Ingredients: 2 1/4 cups Bisquick 2/3 cup buttermilk 1 teaspoon sugar 1 tablespoon butter, melted melted butter, for brushing Directions: Preheat oven to 450°F. Mix the Bisquick, buttermilk and sugar together in a bowl. Add the melted butter into...

Applebee's Hot Artichoke and Spinach Dip

I found this spinach artichoke dip online somewhere, but I can't remember the site. It's so easy to make and tastes very good. Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) box frozen chopped spinach, thawed 1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and roughly chopped 1 cup shredded parmesan-romano cheese mix 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 10 ounces prepared alfredo sauce 1 teaspoon minced garlic 4 ounces softened cream cheese pepper (optional) Directions: Preheat...

Olive Garden Copycat Zuppa Toscana

This is a clone of the Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana. Tried and true, approved by former Olive Garden chefs. Ingredients: 1 lb Italian sausage (I like mild sausage) 2 large russet baking potatoes, sliced in half, and then in 1/4 inch slices 1 large onion, chopped 1/4 cup bacon bits (optional) 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 cups kale or 2 cups swiss chard, chopped 2 (8 ounce) cans chicken broth 1 quart water 1 cup heavy whipping cream Directions: Chop...

Chicken-Macaroni Casserole

Southern Living: a simple homey casserole my kids like. Ingredients: 1/2 cup chopped onion 3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine, melted 2 (10 3/4 ounce) cans cream of chicken soup 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided 1 cup milk 3 1/2 cups chopped cooked chicken 2 1/2 cups cooked macaroni salt pepper 1/4 cup Ritz cracker crumbs Directions: In a large skillet over med-high heat, saute onions in butter until onions are tender. Add...

Loaded Baked Potato & Chicken Casserole

I made this for the second time tonight. I love the "kick" the potatoes have. I don't add the cheese mixture until the last 3 minutes so the bacon doesn't get overcooked. Ingredients: 2 lbs chicken breasts, cubed 8 potatoes, cubed 1/3 cup olive oil 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1 tablespoon fresh ground pepper 1 tablespoon paprika 2 tablespoons garlic powder 6 tablespoons hot sauce 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded 1 cup bacon, crumbled 1 cup green onion,...

Creamy Burrito Casserole

Satisfy your craving for something different tonight. It's good and fairly easy. This is stuff I usually have on hand too. Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef or 1 lb ground turkey 1/2 medium yellow onion, chopped 1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning 6 large flour tortillas 1 (16 ounce) can refried beans 2 -3 cups shredded taco cheese or 2 -3 cups cheddar cheese 1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup 4 ounces sour cream jarred hot sauce, if...

Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

Wonderful combination of spicy chicken and creamy sauce. I made it as written; simply divine! Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into thin strips 4 ounces linguine, cooked al dente 2 teaspoons cajun seasoning (your recipe, Cajun Seasoning Mix or store-bought) 2 tablespoons butter 1 thinly sliced green onion 1 -2 cup heavy whipping cream 2 tablespoons chopped sun-dried tomatoes 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon dried...

To Die for Crock Pot Roast

Amazing flavor, and so simple! No salt needed here. In fact, you may wish to use half the ranch dressing mix to cut back on the saltiness. Ingredients: 1 (4 -5 lb) beef roast, any kind 1 (1 1/4 ounce) package brown gravy mix, dry 1 (1 1/4 ounce) package dried Italian salad dressing mix 1 (1 1/4 ounce) package ranch dressing mix, dry 1/2 cup water Directions: Place beef roast in crock pot. Mix the dried mixes together in a bowl and sprinkle...

Bourbon Chicken

A good recipe! A tad on the hot side, next time I am going to cut the red pepper down to a 1/4 tsp and add some veggies. This will be added to my rotation. Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces 1 -2 tablespoon olive oil 1 garlic clove, crushed 1/4 teaspoon ginger 3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1/4 cup apple juice 1/3 cup light brown sugar 2 tablespoons ketchup 1 tablespoon cider vinegar 1/2 cup water 1/3...

Cheesecake Factory Shrimp Scampi

This recipe is a decent clone of my favorite Shrimp Scampi meal. Ingredients: 1 -2 lb fresh shrimp, cleaned and deveined, and butterflied 1 lb angel hair pasta 1 diced tomato 6 -8 whole garlic cloves 1 shallot, diced 1 pint heavy cream 1 cup dry white wine olive oil 5 -7 leaves fresh basil 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, finely grated parsley For the shrimp milk 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, finely grated 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon...

Crock Pot Mac and Cheese

I found this recipe online, and was hesitant to try it. I don't always like cooking crock pot recipes that contain pasta, because the few times I have tried, the pasta came out gummy. Gummy pasta, for me, is inedible. Gross. But I finally decided to give it a try, and I sure am glad that I did. Very easy, tasty, and the kids love it -  which is always a plus for me. I think you will enjoy this one Ingredients 16 ounces macaroni 16 ounces...

Melt-In-Your-Mouth Chicken Breasts

The mayonnaise make these chicken breast very moist and tender--enjoy! Ingredients 4 boneless chicken breast, halves 1 cup mayonnaise 1⁄2 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated 1 1⁄2 tsp seasoning salt 1⁄2 tsp black pepper, ground 1 tsp garlic powder Directions Mix mayonnaise, cheese and seasonings. Spread mixture over chicken breast and place in baking dish. Bake at 375°F for 45 minute...

Chipotle Mayo

My husband and I tried it out this evening and it's absolutely delicious! Ingredients: 1/2 cup mayonnaise (or light) 1/2 cup sour cream (or light) 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano leaves, to taste 2 chilies (from a tin of Chipotle Chiles in Adobo Sauce) Directions: Remove 2 chiles from tin of chipotles in adobo sauce and finely chop; letting some adobo sauce cling to chiles is recommended. In a bowl, whisk together chiles with oregano, mayo and...

Better Than Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce

This is the best Alfredo sauce ever. This is several recipes combined into one. You can also add your choice of meat (chicken, shrimp or even crab). The closest OLIVE GARDEN is an hour away and I will never drive that far again just for Alfredo sauce. I promise this is the best sauce ever. Definitely a dish you would want to impress your guest with. Ingredients: 3 tablespoons sweet butter 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 cups...

Cheesecake Factory Cheesecake

I feel sad for anyone who has never been to a Cheesecake Factory restaurant. This cheesecake is out of this world! I think you will find the nut crust quite unusual. Sometimes I double the crust portion of the recipe just so I can have a thicker crust. Ingredients: 1/4 cup finely chopped pecans 1/4 cup finely chopped almonds 1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts 3/4 cup finely chopped vanilla wafer 2 tablespoons melted butter Filling 1 1/2 lbs...

Ww Skinny Chimichangas

This is out of my Weight Watchers cookbook called "Take-Out Tonight!" This is an excellent low fat chimchangas recipe. It is baked, instead of deep-fried. The burrito comes out crispy with a moist and flavorful filling. This has 4 points per serving. You can top these chimichangas with your favorite salsa and, for an extra 1 point per serving, 2 tablespoons fat-free sour cream. Ingredients 1⁄2 lb ground turkey breast 1 onion, finely chopped 1...

Absolute Best Ever Lasagna

My family's favorite. This is a very meaty lasagna. We prefer it with cottage cheese, but you can easily substitute ricotta. Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef 1/2 lb Italian sausage 1 large onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste) 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes 1 tablespoon dried oregano 1 tablespoon dried basil 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans whole tomatoes, undrained and chopped 2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste 24...

Best Ever Banana Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting

This is one of (if not) the BEST banana cake I have ever tasted! I thought the oven temp of 275° sounded a little low, but this cake baked up (and rose) beautifully in my oven at this temp after pretty much exactly one hour. Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups bananas, mashed, ripe 2 teaspoons lemon juice 3 cups flour 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup butter, softened 2 1/8 cups sugar 3 large eggs 2 teaspoons vanilla 1 1/2 cups buttermilk Frosting 1/2...

Grilled Margherita Sandwiches

Grilled Margherita Sandwiches. These are so, so good and really simple sandwiches to make! Ingredients 4 (1/2-inch) slices crusty Italian bread 1 large garlic clove, quartered 4 to 6 thin slices whole-milk mozzarella cheese (about 3 oz.) 1 large plum tomato, thinly sliced 2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil 1/2 teaspoon garlic-pepper seasoning 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Direction Rub both sides of each bread slice with garlic....

Yummy Crunchwrap Supremes

The great thing about these crunchwraps is that you can completely customize them to your liking. If someone wants black olive slices in theirs, go ahead. If someone wants salsa, hook 'em up. Don't like sour cream? Leave it out! Easy peasy! You can also make them a little healthier than what you find at the fast food joint. Try making them with ground chicken or turkey meat. Use fat free sour cream and reduced fat cheese. You could even try healthier...

Blueberry Scones

Blueberry Scones. The best scones recipe I have come across! Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour  1/2 cup sugar  1 tablespoon baking powder  1 teaspoon kosher salt  1 tablespoon grated orange zest  1 stick cold unsalted butter, grated  1 large egg, lightly beaten  1/2 cup cold heavy cream  1 cup blueberries, fresh or frozen  extra heavy cream for brushing the tops  raw sugar for sprinkling...

Country Apple Dumplings

This recipe reminds me of the apple dumplings my Southern Granny made, absolutely delicious! Ingredients     2 large Granny Smith apples, peeled and cored     2 (10 ounce) cans refrigerated crescent roll dough     1 cup butter     1 1/2 cups white sugar     1 teaspoon ground cinnamon     1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle Mountain Dew ™ Directions Preheat...

Easy OREO Truffles

These truffles are very easy and delicious. You can't go wrong with OREO, cream cheese and chocolate!" Ingredients     1 (16 ounce) package OREO Chocolate Sandwich Cookies, divided     1 (8 ounce) package PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened     2 (8 ounce) packages BAKER'S Semi-Sweet Baking Chocolate, melted Directions Crush 9 of the cookies to fine crumbs in food processor; reserve for later...

Janet's Rich Banana Bread

Good basic bana bread recipe not as much banana flavor as I expected and I used an extra banana too. I didn't slice the bananas though I just squished them with a fork really chunky. Ingredients     1/2 cup butter, melted     1 cup white sugar     2 eggs     1 teaspoon vanilla extract     1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour     1 teaspoon baking soda    ...

Peanut Butter Cup Cookies

 I used my husband's sugary "Skippy" Peanut Butter. Also used a cookie sheet insted of a muffin pan, and cookies turned out perfect. Ingredients     1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour     1/2 teaspoon salt     1 teaspoon baking soda     1/2 cup butter, softened     1/2 cup white sugar     1/2 cup peanut butter     1/2 cup packed brown sugar    ...

Boilermaker Tailgate Chili

This is the chili recipe the gang eats at Purdue Boilermaker football games. I always prep and cook the chili the night before and then reheat the next day. This is a combination of many different tomato-based chili recipes. Good luck and enjoy. Ingredients     2 pounds ground beef chuck     1 pound bulk Italian sausage     3 (15 ounce) cans chili beans, drained     1 (15 ounce) can...

Lobster Bisque

The best of the ocean — and the kitchen — fits in one little bowl. As rich and delicious as lobster bisque soup can be, it’s a lobster bisque recipe that beats all. Ingredients:     6 cups Water     2 cups Dry white wine     2 cups Fish stock     2 each 1¼ to 1½ lbs. live lobster     ½ cup Melted butter, salted     1 cup Onions, finely diced    ...

Best Grape Salad

I got this recipe from a coworker at the salon I work at. I didn't think it would be so wonderful and addictive! It's very creamy and sweet, and a great mix of flavors. It will be the best thing you ever use grapes for (except maybe wine!). Ingredients: 2 lbs green seedless grapes 2 lbs red seedless grapes 8 ounces sour cream 8 ounces cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, to taste Topping Ingredients 1 cup...

MaMa's Supper Club Tilapia Parmesan

You asked for it. Here it is. Thanks so much to MaMa's Supper Club. Wish we could all go there. Ingredients: 2 lbs tilapia fillets (orange roughy, cod or red snapper can be substituted) 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese 4 tablespoons butter, room temperature 3 tablespoons mayonnaise 3 tablespoons finely chopped green onions 1/4 teaspoon seasoning salt (I like Old Bay seasoning here) 1/4 teaspoon dried basil black pepper 1...

Caramel Brownie Cheesecake Trifle

The name says it all!!! So rich and good, I could just dive in the bowl and live there! Ingredients: 1 (21 ounce) package fudge brownie mix, chewy style 2 large eggs 1/3 cup water 1/3 cup vegetable oil 4 ounces cream cheese, softened 4 ounces marshmallow cream 8 ounces frozen whipped topping, thawed 1 1/2 cups cold milk 1 (3 1/3 ounce) package instant white chocolate pudding and pie filling mix (or cheesecake, or vanilla) 6 ounces caramel topping Directions: Prepare...

Cracker Barrel Fried Apples

I grew up eating fried apples and then as an adult I discovered Cracker Barrel and their fried apples. This recipe is from another site and is as close as I have seen to Cracker Barrel. The recipe says you can freeze the cooked apples. I have never done this as there is never any left. Ingredients: 2 cups apple juice, plus 1/2 cup apple juice 4 large golden delicious apples, with peel,cut 1/2 inch wedges 3 tablespoons cornstarch 1 teaspoon apple...

Carb Free Cloud Bread

These are a delicious home-made bread replacement that are practically carb free and very high in protein. They are just like heaven so I call them clouds. Ingredients: 3 eggs, separated 3 tablespoons whole milk cottage cheese or 3 tablespoons cream cheese 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar 1 (1 g) packet artificial sweetener Directions: Preheat oven to 300 degrees. Separate the eggs very carefully, there must be no yolk in the white. In one bowl,...