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Simple, Perfect Chili
By Hoochsmom
Place the ground beef in a large pot and throw in the garlic
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- One 8-ounce can tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 cup masa harina (corn flour, found in the Mexican food section of many supermarkets)
- One 15-ounce can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- One 15-ounce can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- Shredded Cheddar, for serving
- Chopped onions, for serving
- Tortilla chips, for serving
- Lime wedges, for serving
Low Carb Jalapeno Popper Mac and Cheese
By Hoochsmom
While the noodles are cooking, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and preheat the broiler of your oven to L...
- 1 box (about 16oz) short noodles**, cooked al dente & set aside
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 3-4 large fresh jalapeño peppers, seeded and diced
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 (8oz) block cream cheese
- 2 cups shredded cheddar-jack or mexican blend cheese
- salt & pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup crushed tortilla chips, optional*
Warm Spinach Salad with Bacon, Chicken and Blue Cheese
By Hoochsmom
A warm entrée-size salad that’s packed with tasty ingredients
- 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 3/4 tsp table salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 5 oz fresh spinach, baby variety
- 2 cup(s) uncooked radicchio, coarsely chopped
- 6 slice(s) uncooked reduced-fat bacon, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch pieces
- 8 oz cremini mushroom(s), sliced (about 3 1/2 cups)
- 1 large uncooked red onion(s), thinly sliced
- 1 pound(s) cooked skinless, boneless chicken breast(s), chopped into bite-size pieces
- 1 large Granny Smith, apple, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup(s) blue cheese, crumbled
Broccoli Cheese Soup
By Hoochsmom
Melt the butter in a pot over medium heat, and then add the onions
- 1 stick butter
- 1 whole onion, diced
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups whole milk
- 2 cups half-and-half
- 1 pinch nutmeg
- 4 heads broccoli, cut into florets
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 3 cups grated cheese (mild Cheddar, sharp Cheddar, Jack, etc.)
- Chicken broth, if needed
Raspberry Tiramisu
By Hoochsmom
In a saucepan, bring some water to a boil, and then reduce the heat to a simmer
- 5 whole egg yolks
- 1/4 cup plus 4 tablespoons sugar
- 3/4 cup marsala wine
- 1 pound mascarpone cheese, at room temperature
- 1 cup whipping (heavy) cream
- 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups brewed espresso
- Store-bought ladyfingers
- 2 cups fresh raspberries
- 1 square semisweet chocolate, for grating
My Best Crockpot Recipes
By Hoochsmom
1.Mash bread and milk until well blended in large bowl using fork
- 2 slices white sandwich bread, torn into quarters
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 2 pounds 85 percent lean ground beef
- Salt and pepper
- 2 Tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 onions, minced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons chili powder (I used ancho chili powder)
- 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce, or to taste
- 8 hamburger buns
Homemade BBQ Sauce
By Hoochsmom
Heat the oil in a saucepan over medium-low heat
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/3 cup molasses
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 4 tablespoons minced chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 4 tablespoons distilled vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Dash salt
Eggplant Parmesan
By Hoochsmom
Place 2 layers of paper towels on a baking sheet or cutting board
- 2 eggplants (about 1 pound each), cut into 12 slices each
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
- 3/4 cup whole-wheat flour
- 3/4 cup liquid egg whites or 6 large egg whites
- 2 1/2 cups fine dry breadcrumbs (see Tips), preferably whole-wheat
- 3 tablespoons Italian seasoning, divided
- 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- Olive oil cooking spray
- 2 28-ounce cans crushed tomatoes (see Tips)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
- 4 tablespoons finely shredded Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, divided
- Fresh basil for garnish
Chicken Parmigiana
By Hoochsmom
Mix the flour and some salt and pepper together on a large plate
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 8 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, trimmed and pounded flat
- 1 pound thin linguine
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 whole medium onion, chopped
- 3/4 cups chicken stock
- Three 14.5-ounce cans crushed tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, plus more for serving
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan, plus more if needed
- Basil chiffonade, for serving
Chicken & Corn Enchilada Casserole
By Hoochsmom
Mix together all of the first layer ingredients in a casserole dish Bake at 350 for 30 minutes or until firmed Take...
- First Layer
- 1 Can of Corn
- 1 Can Cream of Corn
- 8 oz Sour Cream (non-fat)
- 1 stick of melted butter
- 1 Package Corn Bread Mix
- 1 small can diced Green Chili's (optional)
- Second Layer
- 1 rotisserie chicken, shredded
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 cup enchilada sauce