Archive for January, 2008

I originally found this recipe at Kraftfoods.  I also combined it with another favorite salmon recipe of

ours by adding the spinach and mushrooms. It is quick and easy to make also.   3 Tbsp. KRAFT LIGHT DONE

RIGHT! Raspberry Vinaigrette Reduced Fat Dressing 
4 salmon fillets (4 oz. each)
 
1 pkg Spinach

1 pkg Mushrooms 
 

POUR dressing over salmon in resealable plastic bag; seal bag. Refrigerate 30 min. to marinate. 
PREHEAT oven to 375  Remove salmon from marinade; discard bag and marinade. 
Bake  salmon, 30-35 minutes. or until salmon flakes easily 
 
 

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slmetcal January 31st, 2008      Comments Off

I originally found this recipe over at Near East. They have some pretty easy recipes.

1 tablespoon olive oil
12 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 3), cut into
1/2-inch pieces
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced
1-1/2 cups firmly packed chopped fresh spinach or one 10-ounce package
frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well-drained
1-1/4 cups water
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
2 tablespoons dry white wine or lemon juice
1 package (5.7 ounces) NEAR EAST Herbed Chicken Flavor Couscous Mix
Grated Parmesan cheese
In large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat Add chicken, onion and
garlic; cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, or until chicken is no
longer pink inside.
Stir in spinach, water, mushrooms, wine and contents of Spice Sack;
bring to a boil.
Stir in couscous; cover and remove from heat; Let stand 5 minutes; Fluff
couscous lightly with a fork; Sprinkle with cheese.

This recipe was from Wimberly House. Dad made it for dinner and it was quite tasty. In fact it was so tasty my hubby asked to have me make it for breakfast Sunday morning. You should bake your pie crust according to the package directions before you add the rest of the ingredients.

1 deep pie crust

4 tomatoes, peeled and sliced salt and pepper

8 pieces of bacon, cooked and crumbled

3 TBSP of fresh basil

3 TBSP of fresh parsley

1/2 cup of parmesan cheese

1/4 cup of mozzarella cheese, grated

3/4 cup mayonnaise

1 cup of Ritz crackers crushed

Line pie crust with fresh sliced tomatoes.

Add crumbled bacon. Add half of basil and parsley.

Repeat layers. Mix mayonnaise and cheeses together.

Coat top of pie with cheese mixture.

Top with Ritz crackers. Bake at 350 for 20-25 minutes.

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slmetcal January 30th, 2008      Comments Off

Crockpot Chicken and Mushrooms
4 boneless skinless chicken breast
pepper
lemon pepper
paprika
1 cup sour cream
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1 small can of mushrooms or 8 oz. sliced fresh mushrooms
1/4 cup white wine or chicken brothAfter removing the skin, sprinkle the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, lemon pepper,
and paprika, then place in the crockpot.


Mix together the remaining ingredients and pour over the chicken pieces.

Cook on low 6-8 hours. Serve over rice or egg noodles.

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slmetcal January 27th, 2008      Comments Off

I first heard of this recipe from my dad. It has since become a favorite of my husbands. It is time consuming but, well worth the time to make.
1lb of medium shrimp
2 tablespoons of lemon juice
¼ tsp salt
1/8 tsp ground red pepper
¼ cup finely chopped onion
1/3 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
3 tablespoons of bacon drippings
2 tablespoons of flour
¾ cup shrimp stock or chicken broth
Peel and devein the shrimp. Combine the shrimp, lemon juice salt and red pepper in a bowl and mix well. Cook the onion and bell pepper in the bacon drippings in a skillet over medium high heat for 10 min or until tender, stirring constantly. Sprinkle with the flour. Cook for 2 minutes or until the flour begins to brown, stirring constantly. Add the shrimp mixture and stock. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until the shrimp turns pink, stirring constantly. Add water or additional stock if sauce is to thick. Serve over creamy grits.
Creamy Grits

12 cups of chicken broth
4 cups of stone ground white grits
1 cup heavy cream
Salt to Taste

Bring 11 cups of broth to a boil in saucepan. Add the grits slowly, stirring constantly. Reduce the heat, stirring constantly. Cook for 20 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in the cream. Cook for an additional 10 minutes. Add remaining broth as needed for consistency. Season with salt.

I got this recipe from my sister. We made it for christmas day dinner and it was very tasty

8 baking potatoes.
1 cup sour cream
8 oz package cream cheese, softened
4 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup chopped chives
Salt

Peel potatoes, quarter and boil until tender. Drain water, add butter, mash potatoes until smooth.
Blend in mixer, sour cream and cream cheese until smooth. Combine mixture with mashed potatoes. Add chopped chives. Add Salt and pepper to taste. Put in 2 quart casserole dish greased with butter. Sprinkle paprika on top. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes.
Tip: once mixed together, check consistency. If too dry, add more sour cream until smooth and creamy.

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slmetcal January 25th, 2008      Comments Off

I orignally found this recipe on a package of Athenos Feta Cheese. I purchase the already chopped peppers that you can get in your local supermarket.
Easy Feta Chicken Bake

6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 2 lb.)
2 Tbsp. lemon juice, divided
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1 pkg. (4 oz.) ATHENOS Crumbled Feta Cheese with Basil & Tomato
1/4 cup finely chopped red pepper or whatever color pepper you can get
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
PREHEAT oven to 350°F. Arrange chicken in 13×9-inch baking dish.
DRIZZLE with 1 Tbsp. of the lemon juice. Season with salt and black pepper.
Top with feta cheese; drizzle with remaining 1 Tbsp. lemon juice.

BAKE 35 to 40 min. or until chicken is cooked through. Sprinkle with red pepper and parsley.

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slmetcal January 24th, 2008      Comments Off

I am not sure where I found this recipe but, it is tasty and easy to make. I did not have regular breadcrumbs so I used the italian style panko for this recipe.
Crumb Topped Salmon
Total Time: 45 min
Makes: 8 servings
Ingredients:
2 1/2 cups bread crumbs
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup chopped parsley
6 Tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1 Tablespoon thyme
2 tsp. grated lemon peel
1/2 tsp. salt
6 Tablespoons melted butter, divided
1 salmon fillet (3 to 4 pounds)
Preparation:
In a bowl combine bread crumbs, garlic, parsley, cheese, thyme, lemon peel and salt. Mix well. Add 4 tablespoon melted butter and toss lightly to coat, set aside.
Pat salmon dry. Place skin side down in a greased baking dish. Brush with remaining butter, cover with crumb mixture. Bake in 350 degree oven for 20-25 minutes or until flakes easily with a fork.

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slmetcal January 23rd, 2008      Comments Off

I originally found this over at Campbell’s Kitchen. It is easy to make and has quickly become one of my husbands favorite dishes. I have modified this version a little just by making the olives optional as I do not care for them.
Prep/Cook Time: 15 minutes
Serves: 4
1 lb. ground beef
2 tbsp. chili powder
1 can (10 3/4 oz.) Campbell’s® Condensed Tomato Soup
8 cups salad greens torn in bite-size pieces
2 cups tortilla chips
chopped tomato
Sliced green onion
Shredded Cheddar cheese
Sliced pitted ripe olives (optional)

COOK beef and chili powder in skillet until browned. Pour off fat. ADD soup and heat through. PLACE salad greens and chips on platter. Spoon meat mixture over salad greens. Top with tomato, onions, cheese and olives.

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slmetcal January 23rd, 2008      Comments Off

I originally found this over at Kraft.
Of course I also season my chicken with Mrs Dash salt free chicken seasoning before I coat with the Shake N Bake.
Crispy Salsa Chicken
4 small boneless skinless chicken breast halves (1 lb.)
1 pouch SHAKE ‘N BAKE Extra Crispy Seasoned Coating Mix
1/2 cup TACO BELL HOME ORIGINALS Salsa
1/2 cup KRAFT Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese
PREHEAT oven to 400°F. Coat chicken with coating mix as directed on
package. Place on ungreased baking sheet.
BAKE 20 min. or until chicken is cooked through (170°F).
TOP each chicken breast with 2 Tbsp. salsa. Sprinkle evenly with cheese.
Bake an additional 5 min. or until cheese is melted.


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slmetcal January 22nd, 2008      Comments Off