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Garlic Mashed Potatoes
By japaulson
1.Peel potatoes and quarter lengthwise; cut crosswise 1/2 inch thick
- 8 medium russet potatoes (about 4 pounds)
- 1 head peeled garlic cloves (about 15)
- Coarse salt
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup butter (1 stick), cut into small pieces
Velveeta Zesty Chili Dip
By japaulson
MIX all ingredients in 2-qt
- 1 lb. (16 oz.) VELVEETA Pasteurized Prepared Cheese Product, cut up 1 can (10 oz.) diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained 1 can (15 oz.) chili with beans
Bacon Mac'n Cheese
By japaulson
1. Preheat broiler. 2. Bring 6 quarts water and 1 tablespoon salt to a boil
- 3 1/4 teaspoons salt, divided
- 12 ounces strozzapreti or penne pasta
- 4 teaspoons all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups skim milk, divided
- 2 cups finely shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 2 slices center-cut bacon, cooked and crumbled
- Cooking spray
Cincinnati Turkey Chili
By japaulson
Ladle bowlfuls of inspired Midwestern chili for your next casual dinner party or football gathering
- 4 servings (serving size: about 1/2 cup spaghetti, 1 1/2 cups chili, 2 tablespoons onion, and 3 tablespoons cheese)
- Ingredients
- 4 ounces uncooked spaghetti
- Cooking spray
- 8 ounces lean ground turkey
- 1 1/2 cups prechopped onion, divided
- 1 cup chopped green bell pepper
- 1 tablespoon bottled minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/2 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
- 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained (OMIT for my family)
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 2 1/2 tablespoons chopped semisweet chocolate
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup (3 ounces) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Beef Daube Provencal
By japaulson
This classic French braised beef, red wine, and vegetable stew is simple and delicious
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 12 garlic cloves, crushed
- 1 (2-pound) boneless chuck roast, trimmed and cut into 2-inch cubes
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
- 1 cup red wine
- 2 cups chopped carrot
- 1 1/2 cups chopped onion
- 1/2 cup less-sodium beef broth
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
- Dash of ground cloves
- 1 (14 1/2-ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 1 bay leaf
- 3 cups cooked medium egg noodles (about 4 cups uncooked noodles)
Cheddar Rice Casserole
By japaulson
Bring water and rice to a boil in a medium saucepan; cover
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup uncooked basmati rice
- 1 1/2 teaspoons butter
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 1/4 cups 1% low-fat milk
- 3/4 cup (3 ounces) shredded extrasharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 2/3 cup tomato chutney
- Cooking spray
- 1/2 cup (2 ounces) grated fresh Parmesan cheese
Char Siu Pork
By japaulson
Char siu is a Chinese version of barbecue
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
- 3 tablespoons ketchup
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 teaspoons bottled minced garlic
- 2 teaspoons grated peeled fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon dark sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon five-spice powder
- 2 pounds boneless Boston butt pork roast, trimmed
- 1/2 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
Tortilla Soup
By japaulson
My favorite Tortilla Soup recipe
- Corn Tortillas, cut into strips
- Canola oil for frying
- 4 cloves of minced garlic
- 1 small white onion sliced
- 2 pasilla chiles or 1 ancho chile, stemmed, seeded and chopped
- 1 (15 oz) can of mexican stewed tomatoes undrained
- 1 large can of chicken broth
- Salt to taste
- Cumin to taste
- Queso Fresco, cubed
- 1 avocado, cubed
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Chicken-Orzo Soup
By japaulson
1. Bring 1 3/4 cups broth to a boil in a medium saucepan
- 1 (32-ounce) container fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth, divided
- 1/2 cup uncooked orzo
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 2/3 cup coarsely chopped carrot
- 1/2 cup coarsely chopped celery
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 3/4 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1 1/4 cups water
- 3 fresh parsley sprigs
- 1 fresh thyme sprig
- 4 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Smoked Gouda-Chorizo Jalapeno Poppers
By japaulson
Special Equipment: parchment paper Preheat oven to 375 degrees F
- • 2 links Mexican chorizo, casings removed
- • 1/2 pound smoked gouda, shredded
- • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onions
- • 1 egg
- • 1/2 cup cream cheese
- • 3 tablespoons sour cream
- • 1 tablespoon hot sauce (recommended: Frank's Red Hot)
- • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- • 12 large jalapeno peppers, stemmed, seeded and halved