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TACO STUFFED ZUCCHINI BOATS
By curly
Bring a large pot of water to boil
- 4 medium (32 ounces) zucchinis, cut in half lengthwise
- 1/2 cup mild salsa
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp kosher salt, or to taste
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- 1/2 small onion, minced
- 2 Tbsp bell pepper, minced
- 4 oz can tomato sauce
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 cup reduced fat Mexican blend shredded cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped scallions or cilantro, for topping
GROUND BEEF VEGETABLE SOUP
By curly
In a Dutch oven, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain
- 3/4 pound ground beef
- 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) beef broth
- 2 cups water
- 1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 3 celery ribs, chopped
- 2 large carrots, sliced
- 2 medium onions, sliced
- 1 medium potato, peeled and cubed
- 1-1/2 cups fresh cauliflowerets
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh tarragon or 2 teaspoons dried tarragon
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 3/4 cup uncooked macaroni
SHRIMP & BROCCOLI WITH PASTA
By curly
Cook pasta according to package directions
- 8 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta
- 1-1/2 pounds uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 5 teaspoons canola oil, divided
- 1 bunch broccoli, cut into florets
- 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 6 tablespoons butter, cubed
- 6 tablespoons white wine or chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
VACUUM CLEANER COOKIES
By curly
1. Combine butter, cake mix, and 1 egg 2
- 1/2 cup butter or margarine
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 3 eggs
- 1 pkg. cream cheese
- 1 (1 lb.) box powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup flaked coconut
- 1/2 cup walnuts or pecans chopped
GOURMET MAGAZINE'S TIRAMISU
By curly
Combine water and sugar in a small saucepan
- MASCARPONE FILLING:
- Espresso Syrup
- 1/3 cup water
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2/3 cup strong brewed espresso
- Italian or domestic brandy, 1/4 cup
- 1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 2 tsps vanilla
- 1 pound mascarpone cheese, softened
- 1/2 pound savoiardi imported or domestic ladyfingers or sliced sponge cake
- Cocoa powder
MAPLE SWEET POTATOES
By curly
Cut apple into wedges. In 10-inch skillet over medium heat, in hot butter, cook apple wedges 3 to 5 minutes until ...
- 1 large red cooking apple
- 2 Tbsps butter
- 1 16-ounce can cut sweet potatoes in syrup, drained
- 2 Tbsps maple syrup
- 1 Tbsp light brown sugar
DULCE DE LECHE BARS
By curly
1. Coat a 15x10x1 inch or 13x9 inch pan with cooking spray
- 1/2 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, cut up
- 1 bag (10 oz) marshmallows
- 6 cups Dulce de Leche (or original) cheerios
- 1 cup golden raisins
- 1 bag (11 oz) butterscotch morsels
FRIED GREEN TOMATOES
By curly
Mix above ingredients together and spread over 4 slices of tomatoes, 1/2 inch thick
- 3 Tbsps Dijon mustard
- 3 Tbsps Balsamic vinegar
- 2 Tbsps olive oil
- 1 tsp oregano
Garlic Mashed Red Potatoes Recipe
By curly
Place potatoes and garlic in a large saucepan; cover with water
- 8 medium red potatoes, quartered
- 3 garlic cloves, peeled
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup fat-free milk, warmed
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
LEMON MERINGUE ANGEL CAKE
By curly
Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes
- MERINGUE TOPPING:
- 12 egg whites
- 1-1/2 cups sugar, divided
- 1 cup cake flour
- 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
- 1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 jar (10 ounces) lemon curd
- 4 egg whites
- 3/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/2 cup sugar