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Chicken Dumpling and Noodle Stoup
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If you have a mini meatnall in your house (or you're just a kid at heart) this one will feed you well, stomach and
- Salt
- 1/2 pound short cut pasta such as ditalini or penne
- 2 tbls EVOO
- 1 large yellow onion, 3/4 of it thinly sliced, 1/3 of it grated
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, a couple of pinches
- 3 garlic cloves, chopped
- Black peppers
- 5 c. chicken stock
- 1 pkg. ground chicken breast meat
- 1 c. fresh basil, 20 leaves, chopped
- 1/4 c. fresh flat-leaf parslehy, a generous handful, chopped
- 1 egg white
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/2 c. grated Parmigiano-Reggiano or Pecorino Romano
- Cheese,
- 1 pint grape tomatoes
- 1 - 12 oz sack triple-washed baby spinach
- 1/4 c. store-bought pesto
Banana-Turtle Torte Cupcakes
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Make Chocolate Cupcakes as directed in recipe except-stir chopped pecans into batter
- CUPCAKES:
- Chocolate Cupcakes
- 3/4 c chopped pecans
- 1 pint (2 c.) heavy whipping cream
- CARAMEL SAUCE:
- 1/4 c. butter
- 1/2 c. packed brown sugar
- 2 tbsp light corn syrup
- 1 tbsp milk
- TOPPING:
- 2 medium vanans
- 24 pecan halves
Pizza Cake
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Our kids had a great time putting together this cute creation for a Cub Scout cake auction
- Ingredients
- 1 package (18-1/4 ounces) yellow cake mix
- 1 cup vanilla frosting
- Red liquid or paste food coloring
- 3 ounces white baking chocolate, grated
- 2 strawberry Fruit Roll-Ups
Soft Pretzel Bites with Cheese Sauce
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These little bites are just perfect for parties
- Soft Pretzels:
- Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1 package active dry yeast
- 3 ounces unsalted butter, melted
- 2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 4 1/2 to 5 cups all-purpose flour
- Vegetable oil
- 3 quarts water
- 3/4 cup baking soda
- 1 whole egg, beaten with 1 tablespoon cold water
- Coarse sea salt
- For the cheese sauce:
- 1/2 Tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1/2 Tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup milk
- 8 ounces Cheddar cheese, grated
Chicken Continental Recipe
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Mushroom lovers rejoice! This moist chicken perfectly combines garlic and mushrooms into a flavorful entree
- Ingredients
- 2/3 cup uncooked brown rice
- 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons cornstarch, divided
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic-herb seasoning blend
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3/4 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
- 6 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon capers, drained
- 3/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 teaspoons cold water
Smoked Tuna Spread
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I keep my kitchen stocked witha few low-cost, nonperishable proteins that I count on for their ease and speed
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoons sweet relish
- 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
- 1/4 teaspoon liquid smoke
- 5-ounce can oil-packed light tuna, drained
- 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
- 1 scallion (white and green parts), finely chopped
- Kosher salt, if needed
- Fresh bread or crackers, for serving
Sun-Dried Tomato Hummus
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A jar of sun-dried tomatoes adds great color and flavor to this smooth dip that can be whipped up in minutes
- Ingredients
- 2 cans (15 ounces each) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 jar (7 ounces) oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, undrained
- 2/3 cup water
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, halved
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- Chopped fresh basil, optional
- Baked pita chips and/or assorted fresh vegetables
New England Fish Bake Recipe
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I've lived in Rhode Island for 36 years and love the fresh seafood dishes served here
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled
- 1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
- 1 small onion, sliced into rings
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 3/4 cup milk, divided
- 1-1/2 pounds cod fillets or freshwater fish (trout, catfish or pike)
- 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, optional
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley or 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
Pumpkin banana muffins with apples and cinnamon
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A pumpkin muffin takes on a new meaning when you add very ripe mashed bananas, Greek yogurt, cinnamon, and chopped ...
- Ingredients:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, very soft, room temperature
- 1 cup regular white sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 very ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 cups sliced apple chunks, or about 2 medium size apples (cored), or 1 large size apple (cored)
Greek Style Pita Sandwiches
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The great thing is that this whole meal can be made in less than 30 minutes
- 12 oz boneless pork loin chops, or boneless skinless chicken, sliced into 1/4″ slices
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 1/2 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 C diced tomato
- 1/4 C diced cucumber
- 2 Tablespoons diced red onion
- 6 Tablespoons Greek Style Yogurt
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 Tablespoon fresh minced parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 4 Lettuce leaves
- 4 pita bread halves
- 2-3 Tbs crumbled Athenos Feta cheese