Cooking for Kids: A Children Cookbook Filled with Delicious Kids Recipes [3 ed.]

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Table of Contents Easy Egg and American Sandwich 9 The Fluffy Sandwich 12 Fruity Neufchatel Sandwich 13 The Little Tike Sandwich 14 Toasted Cinnamon Sandwich 15 Easy Rustic Apple Sandwich 16 Refreshing Grape Sherbet 17 Classic Grape Jelly 18 Harvest Time Grape Pie 19 Candied Chocolate Crackers 22 Animal Crackers 23 Bacon Crackers 24 Apple Dumplings 25 Childhood Memory Dip for Apple Slices 26 Countryside Apple Pie 27 Appealing Apple Beverage 28

Fall Season Apple Muffins 29 Easiest Apple Crisp 32 Elegant Apple & Cheddar Stuffed Chicken Breast 33 Apple Soup For Cold Fall Nights 34 Irresistibly Crispy Apple Pancakes 35 Deep South Fried Maple Apples 36 Parmesan Penne Pasta 37 Buttery Balsamic Veggies 38 Jasmine and Cashew Rice 39 Lemon Broccoli Steamer 42 Cream of Broccoli Bake 43 Honey Mustard Chicken and Broccoli 44 Broccoli Tots 45 Alfredo Broccoli 46 Healthy Rice and Corn 47 Buttery Baked Brown Rice 48 Ground Beef Macaroni 49 Ice-Cream Float 52

Easy Spanish Rice 53 Hawaiian Style Burgers 54 Ramen Ground Beef 55 Meat Loaf with Oats 56 Simple Cream of Meatball 57 Sunday's Ice Cream 58 Savory Choco Ice Cream 59 Creamy Oreo Ice Cream 62 Easy Ground Beef Tacos 63 Easy Rigatoni 64 Quick Stovetop Pasta 65 Vegetable Pasta Salad 66 Banana Fritters 67 Simple Pesto Sauce 68 Easy Southern Hush Puppies 69 Yellow Fritters 72 Simple Crepes 73 Sweet Crepes 74

Buttered Vanilla Crepes 75 Easy Empanada 76 Chicken Quesadillas 77 Jam Quesadilla 78 Mozzarella, Tomato, Basil Panini 79 Blackberry Parfait 82 Cranberry Parfait 83 Applesauce Parfait 84 The Easiest Veggie Stir-Fry 85 Grapes and Chicken Stir Fry 86 Easy Meatless Stuffing 87 Crock Pot Oatmeal I 88 Rolled Oats I 89 Oven Oatmeal I 92 Vanilla Waffles 93 Easy Buttermilk Waffle 94 Potato Waffles 95 Chicken Nugget Waffle 96

Backroad Chili 97 Au Gratin 98 Mashed Potatoes 99 Tangy Mashed Potatoes 100 Pumpkin Pie II 101

Easy Egg

and American Sandwich

Prep Time: 1 min Total Time: 5 mins Servings per Recipe: 1 Calories 318 kcal Fat 15.8 g Carbohydrates 26.9g Protein 16.9 g Cholesterol 214 mg Sodium 839 mg

Ingredients 1 egg 1 tbsp milk 2 slices white bread

salt and pepper to taste (optional) 1 slice American cheese

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Get a bowl, and mix: whisked eggs, salt, pepper, and milk. Microwave the mix for 90 secs in the microwave with the highest power setting. Simultaneously toast your bread slices then add your egg to the toasted bread. Before forming a sandwich top the egg with a piece of cheese. Now heat everything in the microwave for 30 more secs. Enjoy.

Easy Egg and American Sandwich

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THE FLUFFY

Sandwich

Prep Time: 4 mins Total Time: 5 mins Servings per Recipe: 1 Calories 373 kcal Fat 18.1 g Carbohydrates 43.5g Protein 12.1 g Cholesterol 0 mg Sodium 502 mg

Ingredients 2 tbsps peanut butter 2 slices bread 2 1/2 tbsps marshmallow cream

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4.

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Lay two pieces of bread flat on a working surface. Coat one piece of bread with peanut butter, and another piece with marshmallow cream. Now microwave the pieces of bread for 30 secs with the highest power setting. Form the pieces into a sandwich and enjoy with milk.

The Fluffy Sandwich

Fruity Neufchatel Sandwich

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 15 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 289 kcal Fat 10.3 g Carbohydrates 40.4g Protein 10.6 g Cholesterol 21 mg Sodium 344 mg

Ingredients 1 (8 oz.) package Neufchatel cheese, softened 1/4 C. crushed pineapple, drained 4 bananas, sliced

1/2 C. shredded coconut 16 slices whole-grain bread

Directions 1. Get a bowl, mix: pineapple and cheese. 2. Coat one piece of bread with this mix and then layer some banana on top of it, top everything with a final layer of coconut. 3. Form a sandwich with another piece of bread. 4. Enjoy.

Fruity Neufchatel Sandwich

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THE LITTLE TIKE

Sandwich

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 10 mins Servings per Recipe: 3 Calories 250 kcal Fat 15.8 g Carbohydrates 21.4g Protein 8.5 g Cholesterol 0 mg Sodium 104 mg

Ingredients 1/4 C. peanut butter, or to taste 1 Gala apple, cored and sliced horizontally into discs 1/2 C. granola

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4.

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Apply a coating of peanut butter to each piece of apple. Then top everything with some granola. Lay two pieces of apples together, joining them at the granola and peanut butter. Repeat with the remaining apple pieces to form apple sandwiches. Enjoy.

The Little Tike Sandwich

Toasted

Cinnamon Sandwich

Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 10 mins Servings per Recipe: 1 Calories 469 kcal Fat 26.6 g Carbohydrates 37.3g Protein 20 g Cholesterol 80 mg Sodium 907 mg

Ingredients 2 links beef sausage links 1 slice Cheddar cheese 2 frozen waffles, toasted

1/4 Red Delicious apple, sliced very thin 1/2 tsp cinnamon-sugar

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Stir fry your sausage for 6 mins until it is fully done. Lay one piece of cheese on a waffle then place your apples on top of the cheese. Top the apples with the cinnamon-sugar and the sausage. Place the apples over the waffles and slice the sandwich in half. Enjoy.

Toasted Cinnamon Sandwich

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EASY RUSTIC

Apple Sandwich

Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 10 mins Servings per Recipe: 1 Calories 254 kcal Fat 13.2 g Carbohydrates 30.5g Protein 4g Cholesterol 31 mg Sodium 423 mg

Ingredients 1 tbsp butter 2 slices bread 3 tbsps applesauce

Directions 1. Coat 1 side of the bread with butter then place the buttered portion of the bread facing downwards in a hot frying pan. 2. Coat the top of the bread with your applesauce evenly and cook the bread for 6 mins after forming a sandwich between the two pieces. 3. Enjoy.

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Easy Rustic Apple Sandwich

Refreshing

Grape Sherbet

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins Servings per Recipe: 32 Calories 203 kcal Fat 7.6 g Carbohydrates 33g Protein 2.6 g Cholesterol 28 mg Sodium 35 mg

Ingredients 1 (14 oz.) can sweetened condensed milk 2 C. heavy cream 3 C. white sugar 4 C. grape juice

3 lemons, juiced whole milk

Directions 1. In a large container of an ice-cream machine, add all the ingredients except milk and stir to combine. 2. Add enough milk so that it reaches the fill line of the container. 3. Process according to the manufacturer’s directions.

Refreshing Grape Sherbet

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CLASSIC

Grape Jelly

Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 48 Calories 94 kcal Fat 0g Carbohydrates 24.2g Protein 0.1 g Cholesterol 0 mg Sodium 1 mg

Ingredients 3 C. grape juice 5 1/4 C. white sugar 1 (2 oz.) package powdered fruit pectin

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.

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Sterilize the jars, then dry them completely and keep aside. In a large pan, mix together the pectin and grape juice on medium-high heat. Bring to a boil and boil, stirring continuously, for about 1 minute. Add the sugar and stir till it is dissolved completely. Remove everything from the heat and transfer the jelly into jars, leaving about 1/2-inch space from the top. Cover the jars with the lids and seal tightly. Keep everything at room temperature for about 24 hours. Refrigerate to set for about 7 days before serving. This jelly can be stored in refrigerator for about 3 weeks.

Classic Grape Jelly

Harvest Time Grape Pie

Prep Time: 1 hr Total Time: 5 hrs 35 mins Servings per Recipe: 32 Calories 203 kcal Fat 7.6 g Carbohydrates 33g Protein 2.6 g Cholesterol 28 mg Sodium 35 mg

Ingredients 4 1/2 C. Concord grapes 1 C. white sugar 1/4 C. all-purpose flour 2 tsp lemon juice 1/8 tsp salt 1 (9 inch) pie shell

1/2 C. quick cooking oats 1/2 C. packed brown sugar 1/4 C. all-purpose flour 1/4 C. butter

Directions 1. Set your oven to 425 degrees F before doing anything else and arrange a sheet pan on the lower rack of the oven. 2. Carefully, remove the skin from the pulp by squeezing the end of the grapes. Reserve the skin of the grapes. 3. In a pan, add the grape pulp and bring to a gentle simmer and cook, stirring continuously for about 1 minute. Transfer the cooked pulp in a strainer and with a spoon, press to remove the seeds. 4. In a bowl, mix together the pulp, skin, 1/4 cup of the flour, sugar, salt and lime juice. 5. Place the grape mixture into the pie shell evenly. In another bowl, mix together the remaining flour, oats, and brown sugar. 6. With a pastry cutter, cut the butter and mix till a crumbly mixture forms. Place the oat mixture over the filling mixture evenly. With some foil, cover the sides of the pastry and arrange in the sheet pan. 7. Cook everything in the oven for about 15 minutes. 8. Remove the foil paper and cook for about 20 minutes more. Harvest Time Grape Pie

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CANDIED

Chocolate Crackers

Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 30 mins Servings per Recipe: 10 Calories 598 kcal Fat 39 g Carbohydrates 58.2g Protein 6g Cholesterol 49 mg Sodium 251 mg

Ingredients 1/4 (16 oz.) package saltine crackers 1/2 lb. butter 3/4 C. white sugar 2 C. semisweet chocolate chips

3/4 C. chopped walnuts

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Set your oven to 425 degrees F before doing anything else. In a pan, melt the butter on medium heat. Stir in the sugar and bring to a gentle simmer then cook, stirring continuously, for about 3 minutes. Place the crackers into a baking sheet in a single layer and top with the sugar syrup evenly. Cook everything in the oven for about 5 minutes. Remove everything from the oven and immediately sprinkle with the chocolate chips and let them melt. 7. Now, sprinkle with the walnuts and gently, press into the melted chocolate. 8. Keep aside to cool till chocolate becomes hard. 9. Break into the desired size pieces and transfer into an airtight container. 10. Store in the refrigerator before serving.

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Candied Chocolate Crackers

Animal

Crackers

Prep Time: 30 mins Total Time: 42 mins Servings per Recipe: 24 Calories 40 kcal Fat 2.1 g Carbohydrates 4.8g Protein 0.7 g Cholesterol 5 mg Sodium 54 mg

Ingredients 1/2 C. rolled oats 3/4 C. all-purpose flour 1/4 tsp baking soda 1/4 tsp salt

1/4 C. butter 2 tsp honey 1/4 C. buttermilk

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4.

Set your oven to 400 degrees F before doing anything else and grease the cookie sheets. In a food processor, add the rolled oats and pulse till a fine flour forms. In a large bowl, mix together oat flour, all-purpose flour, baking soda and salt. With a pastry cutter, cut the butter into the flour mixture and mix till a coarse crumbly mixture forms. 5. Add honey and buttermilk and mix till a stiff dough forms. 6. Place the dough onto a lightly floured surface and roll to a 1/8-inch thickness. 7. With a pizza cutter, cut the dough into the desired size pieces. 8. Arrange the dough pieces onto the prepared cookie sheets in a single layer about 1-inch apart. 9. Cook everything in the oven for about 5-7 minutes. 10. Remove everything from the oven and keep aside to cool completely.

Animal Crackers

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BACON

Crackers

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins Servings per Recipe: 30 Calories 204 kcal Fat 11 g Carbohydrates 23.8g Protein 2.7 g Cholesterol 10 mg Sodium 267 mg

Ingredients 1 (16 oz.) package buttery round crackers 1 lb. sliced turkey bacon, cut into thirds 1 lb. brown sugar

Directions 1. Set your oven to 250 degrees F before doing anything else. 2. In a baking sheet, place the crackers in a single layer and top each cracker with the bacon slices evenly. 3. Sprinkle with the brown sugar mixture evenly. 4. Cook everything in the oven for about 12 minutes. 5. Remove everything from the oven and keep aside to cool completely. 6. Cook everything in the oven for about 1 hour. 7. Remove everything from the oven and serve warm.

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Bacon Crackers

Apple

Dumplings

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins Servings per Recipe: 16 Calories 333 kcal Fat 19 g Carbohydrates 38.5g Protein 2.7 g Cholesterol 31 mg Sodium 360 mg

Ingredients 2 large Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and cut each apple in 8 wedges 2 (10 oz.) cans refrigerated crescent roll dough 1 C. butter

1 1/2 C. white sugar 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1 (12 fluid oz.) can Mountain Dew

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.

Set your oven to 350 degrees F before doing anything else and grease a 13x9-inch baking dish. Separate the crescent roll dough into triangles. Place 1 apple wedge over a dough piece and roll the triangle around the apple wedge. With your hands, pinch to seal the roll. Arrange the dumplings onto the prepared baking dish in a single layer. In a small pan, melt the butter and add the cinnamon and sugar and stir to combine. Place the butter mixture over the dumplings evenly and top with the Mountain Dew. Cook everything in the oven for about 35-45 minutes.

Apple Dumplings

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CHILDHOOD

Memory Dip for Apple Slices

Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 10 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 137 kcal Fat 9.8 g Carbohydrates 9.8g Protein 2.1 g Cholesterol 31 mg Sodium 86 mg

Ingredients 1 (8 oz.) package cream cheese 1/2 C. brown sugar 1 tbsp vanilla extract

Directions 1. In a bowl, add all the ingredients and mix till the sugar is dissolved completely and smooth.

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Childhood Memory Dip for Apple Slices

Countryside

Apple Pie

Prep Time: 30 mins Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 358 kcal Fat 16.4 g Carbohydrates 52g Protein 2.5 g Cholesterol 23 mg Sodium 210 mg

Ingredients 1 (9 inch) deep dish pie crust 5 C. apples - peeled, cored and thinly sliced 1/2 C. white sugar 3/4 tsp ground cinnamon

1/3 C. white sugar 3/4 C. all-purpose flour 6 tbsp butter

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Set your oven to 400 degrees F before doing anything else. In an unbaked pie shell, place the sliced apples. In a small bowl, mix together 1/2 C. of the sugar and cinnamon and sprinkle over the apple slices. In another bowl, mix together the flour and the remaining sugar. With a pastry cutter, cut the butter and mix till a crumbly mixture forms. Place the mixture over the apple slices evenly and cook everything in the oven for about 40 minutes.

Countryside Apple Pie

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APPEALING

Apple Beverage

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 10 mins Servings per Recipe: 12 Calories 168 kcal Fat 0.1 g Carbohydrates 42.1g Protein 0.2 g Cholesterol 0 mg Sodium 19 mg

Ingredients 1 (32 fluid oz.) bottle apple juice, chilled 1 (12 fluid oz.) can frozen cranberry juice concentrate 1 C. orange juice

1 1/2 liters ginger ale 1 apple,

Directions 1. In a large punch bowl, add the apple juice, orange juice and cranberry juice concentrate and stir till dissolved completely. 2. Slowly, pour the ginger ale on top. 3. Cut the apple thinly in vertical slices. 4. Place the apple slices on the top in the punch bowl.

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Appealing Apple Beverage

Fall Season

Apple Muffins

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 1 hr Servings per Recipe: 18 Calories 249 kcal Fat 8g Carbohydrates 42.6g Protein 2.8 g Cholesterol 23 mg Sodium 182 mg

Ingredients 2 1/2 C. all-purpose flour 2 C. white sugar 1 tbsp pumpkin pie spice 1 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 2 eggs, lightly beaten 1 C. canned pumpkin puree 1/2 C. vegetable oil

2 C. peeled, cored and chopped apple 2 tbsp all-purpose flour 1/4 C. white sugar 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 4 tsp butter

Directions 1. Set your oven to 350 degrees F before doing anything else and lightly, grease 18 cups of muffin trays. 2. In a large bowl, sift together 2 1/2 C. of the flour, baking soda, 2 C. of the sugar, pumpkin pie spice and salt. 3. In another bowl, add the eggs, oil and pumpkin and beat till well combined. 4. Add the egg mixture into the flour mixture and mix till well combined. 5. Fold in the apples and transfer the mixture onto the prepared muffin cups evenly. 6. In another bowl, mix together the remaining flour, sugar and cinnamon. 7. With a pastry cutter, cut the butter and mix till a coarse crumb forms. 8. Place the mixture over each muffin evenly and cook everything in the oven for about 35-40 minutes or till a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Fall Season Apple Muffins

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EASIEST

Apple Crisp

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 1 hr Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 361 kcal Fat 15.6 g Carbohydrates 55.7g Protein 2g Cholesterol 41 mg Sodium 110 mg

Ingredients 4 C. apples - peeled, cored, and sliced 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1 C. white sugar

3/4 C. all-purpose flour 1/2 C. cold butter

Directions 1. Set your oven to 350 degrees F before doing anything else and lightly, grease an 8x8-inch casserole dish. 2. Place the apple slices in the bottom of the prepared baking dish evenly. 3. Sprinkle with the cinnamon and drizzle with the water evenly. 4. In a bowl, mix together the sugar and flour. 5. With a pastry cutter, cut the butter and mix till a crumbly mixture forms. 6. Place the mixture over the apple slices evenly and cook everything in the oven for about 30-40 minutes.

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Easiest Apple Crisp

Elegant Apple

& Cheddar Stuffed Chicken Breast

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 40 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 139 kcal Fat 5.1 g Carbohydrates 4.9g Protein 15 g Cholesterol 46 mg Sodium 120 mg

Ingredients 2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts 1/2 C. chopped apple 2 tbsp shredded Cheddar cheese 1 tbsp Italian-style dried bread crumbs 1 tbsp butter 1/4 C. dry white wine

1/4 C. water 1 tbsp water 1 1/2 tsp cornstarch 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Directions 1. In a bowl, mix together the apple, breadcrumbs and cheese. 2. Place the chicken breasts between 2 sheets of wax paper and with a meat mallet, flatten to 1/4-inch thickness. 3. Place the mixture in the center of the chicken breasts evenly. 4. Roll each breast around the filling and secure with the toothpicks. 5. In a large skillet, melt the butter on medium heat and cook the chicken breasts till browned completely. 6. Add the wine and 1/4 C. of the water and simmer, covered for about 15-20 minutes. 7. Transfer the chicken breasts onto a plate. 8. In a bowl, mix together the cornstarch and the remaining water. 9. Add the cornstarch mixture in the skillet with juices and cook till the gravy becomes thick. 10. Pour the gravy over the chicken breasts and serve with a garnishing of parsley. Elegant Apple & Cheddar Stuffed Chicken Breast

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APPLE SOUP

For Cold Fall Nights

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 1 hr Servings per Recipe: 7 Calories 102 kcal Fat 1.3 g Carbohydrates 22.9g Protein 1.2 g Cholesterol 0 mg Sodium 349 mg

Ingredients 1 tbsp reduced-fat margarine 3 tart apples - peeled, cored, and chopped 3 pears - peeled, cored, and chopped 5 C. vegetable broth 1/2 tsp rubbed sage 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

1 bay leaf 1 1/2 tsp pureed fresh ginger 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Directions 1. In a large pan, melt the margarine on medium heat and cook the apples and peas for about 5 minutes. 2. Add the broth, sage, bay leaf and pepper and bring everything to a boil. 3. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered for about 20 minutes. 4. Remove everything from the heat and keep aside for about 5 minutes to cool. 5. In a blender, add the soup mixture in batches and pulse till smooth. 6. Return the soup in the pan on medium heat and cook till heated completely. 7. Serve with a topping of parsley.

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Apple Soup For Cold Fall Nights

Irresistibly

Crispy Apple Pancakes

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 40 mins Servings per Recipe: 5 Calories 178 kcal Fat 4.7 g Carbohydrates 29.4g Protein 5.7 g Cholesterol 75 mg Sodium 69 mg

Ingredients 3 russet potatoes, peeled and shredded 1 Granny Smith apple - peeled, cored, and shredded 2 eggs 2 tbsp all-purpose flour 3 green onions, diced salt to taste

vegetable oil for frying, or as needed 1/2 tbsp sour cream

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4.

Squeeze the apple and potato to drain the excess moisture. In a bowl, mix together the apple, potatoes, green onion, flour and eggs. In a large heavy skillet, heat the oil on medium-high heat. Divide the mixture into palm sized patties and cook everything for about 2-4 minutes per side. (Cook the dish in batches). 5. Transfer the pancakes onto a paper towel lined plate and sprinkle with the salt. 6. Serve with a topping of the sour cream.

Irresistibly Crispy Apple Pancakes

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DEEP SOUTH

Fried Maple Apples

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 263 kcal Fat 14.1 g Carbohydrates 37.5g Protein 0.4 g Cholesterol 0 mg Sodium 111 mg

Ingredients 5 apples peeled, cored and sliced 1/4 C. vegetable oil 1/4 C. maple flavored syrup

1 pinch salt

Directions 1. In a cast iron pan, heat the oil on medium heat and cook the apple slices till soft on both sides. 2. Sprinkle everything with salt and drizzle the maple syrup over everything.

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Deep South Fried Maple Apples

Parmesan

Penne Pasta

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 35 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 332 kcal Fat 10.9 g Carbohydrates 43.3g Protein 16.7 g Cholesterol 20 mg Sodium 69 mg

Ingredients 1 (16 oz.) package dried penne pasta 5 tbsps olive oil, divided 2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into cubes salt and pepper to taste garlic powder to taste1/2 C. low-sodium chicken broth

1 bunch slender asparagus spears, trimmed, cut on diagonal into 1-inch pieces 1 clove garlic, thinly sliced 1/4 C. Parmesan cheese

Directions 1. Boil your pasta in salt and water for 9 mins. The remove all the liquid. 2. Coat your chicken with garlic powder, pepper, and salt before frying them in olive oil (3 tbsps) for 7 mins. Place everything on paper towels to remove excess oils. 3. Add the broth to the pan and then add: pepper, asparagus, salt, garlic, and garlic powder. 4. Cook the asparagus with a lid on the pan for 8 mins. Then add in your chicken and heat it up again. 5. Add the pasta to the pan and let everything rest for 7 mins. Add in parmesan and 2 tbsps of olive oil before serving. 6. Enjoy.

Parmesan Penne Pasta

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BUTTERY

Balsamic Veggies

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 77 kcal Fat 5.9 g Carbohydrates 4.9g Protein 2.8 g Cholesterol 15 mg Sodium 269 mg

Ingredients 1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed cooking spray salt and pepper to taste 2 tbsps butter

1 tbsp soy sauce 1 tsp balsamic vinegar

Directions 1. Set your oven to 400 degrees before doing anything else. 2. Evenly distribute your asparagus in a casserole dish and then top with pepper, salt, and nonstick spray first. 3. Roast everything in the oven for 14 mins. 4. Then cook the following in a pan for a few mins: vinegar, butter, and soy sauce. 5. Garnish the asparagus with the butter sauce. 6. Enjoy with rice.

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Buttery Balsamic Veggies

Jasmine

and Cashew Rice

Prep Time: 25 mins Total Time: 50 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 249 kcal Fat 10 g Carbohydrates 35.1g Protein 5.3 g Cholesterol 15 mg Sodium 173 mg

Ingredients 1/4 C. butter 2 oz. uncooked spaghetti, broken 1/4 C. minced onion 1/2 tsp minced garlic 1 1/4 C. uncooked jasmine rice 2 1/4 C. vegetable broth salt and pepper to taste

1/2 lb. fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2 inch pieces 1/2 C. cashew halves

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.

Cook your pasta in melted butter until the butter turns a little brown. Then add in garlic and onions and cook for 3 more mins. Pour in your rice and let it cook for 6 mins then add in pepper and salt and broth. Get the broth boiling. Then place a lid on the pot and set the heat to low. Cook the rice covered for 22 mins. Simultaneously cook the asparagus in boiling water for 5 to 7 mins until soft but crunchy. Add the asparagus and nuts to the rice and stir a bit. Enjoy.

Jasmine and Cashew Rice

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LEMON

Broccoli Steamer

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 120 kcal Fat 9.1 g Carbohydrates 8.8g Protein 3.5 g Cholesterol 23 mg Sodium 100 mg

Ingredients 1 lb broccoli, separated into florets 2 tsps fresh lemon juice 2 tbsps water 3 tbsps butter 2 cloves garlic, minced

1 pinch salt 2 tsps lemon juice 1 tsp ground black pepper

Directions 1. Steam your broccoli for 16 mins in a frying pan with a lid on it in water with lemon juice (2 tsps). 2. Simultaneously stir fry your garlic with salt for 9 mins in butter. 3. Remove all the liquid from your broccoli and place it back in the pan, add the remaining lemon juice, and garlic mix. Garnish the florets with pepper. 4. Enjoy.

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Lemon Broccoli Steamer

Cream

of Broccoli Bake

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 387 kcal Fat 34.1 g Carbohydrates 9.5g Protein 11.3 g Cholesterol 63 mg Sodium 619 mg

Ingredients 1 (10.75 oz.) can condensed cream of mushroom soup 1 C. mayonnaise 1 egg, beaten 1/4 C. finely chopped onion 3 (10 oz.) packages frozen chopped broccoli

8 oz. shredded sharp Cheddar cheese salt to taste ground black pepper to taste 2 pinches paprika

Directions 1. Coat a casserole dish with butter or oil and then set your oven to 350 degrees before doing anything else. 2. Get a bowl, mix: onions, soup, eggs, and mayo. Combine in your broccoli with the mix and stir to coat the florets. 3. Add your cheese and layer the contents evenly throughout your casserole dish. Top with salt, paprika, and pepper. 4. Cook in the oven for 50 mins. 5. Enjoy after letting the casserole sit for 10 mins.

Cream of Broccoli Bake

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HONEY MUSTARD

Chicken and Broccoli

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 40 mins Servings per Recipe: 16 Calories 183 kcal Fat 12.7 g Carbohydrates 7.8g Protein 8.9 g Cholesterol 27 mg Sodium 275 mg

Ingredients 2 C. chopped, cooked chicken meat 2 C. fresh chopped broccoli 1/2 C. chopped onion 2 tbsps honey 1/2 C. chopped green bell pepper 1 1/2 C. shredded Cheddar cheese 1/2 C. mayonnaise

2 tbsps Dijon-style prepared mustard salt and pepper to taste 1 tbsp minced garlic 1 (8 oz.) package refrigerated crescent rolls

Directions 1. Set your oven to 400 degrees before doing anything else. 2. Get a bowl, mix: garlic, chicken, pepper, broccoli, salt, honey, onions, mustard, bell peppers, mayo, and cheese. 3. Line a baking dish or casserole dish with foil. 4. Get a 2nd bowl and place it upside down on the dish and roll out your dough around the top of the bowl. 5. Add some chicken to the rolled out dough and fold to form a roll around the mix. 6. Repeat for any remaining dough or mixture. 7. Place the roll on the sheet and cook in the oven for 27 mins. 8. Enjoy. 

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Honey Mustard Chicken and Broccoli

Broccoli Tots

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 113 kcal Fat 5.1 g Carbohydrates 12.6g Protein 4.5 g Cholesterol 27 mg Sodium 284 mg

Ingredients 3 tbsps prepared Dijon-style mustard 4 tbsps honey 2 C. broccoli florets 1 C. shredded Cheddar cheese 1 egg 1 C. milk 1/2 C. sifted all-purpose flour

1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp vegetable oil 1/2 C. vegetable oil for frying

Directions 1. Get a bowl, mix: honey and mustard. 2. Get a deep fryer or large skillet and heat your oil to 375 degrees for frying later. 3. Dice your broccoli and then blend them in a blender and place everything in a 2nd bowl with cheese. 4. Get a 3rd bowl, beat with .5 tsp of oil: milk, salt, whisked eggs, baking powder, and flour. 5. Combine the broccoli with the milk and flour mix and stir to form a thick batter. 6. Fry dollops of the broccoli mix until golden. 7. Once all the bite sized broccoli pieces have been fried, garnish them with the honey sauce. 8. Enjoy as a unique appetizer.

Broccoli Tots

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ALFREDO

Broccoli

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 30 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 417 kcal Fat 15.5 g Carbohydrates 49.7g Protein 21.1 g Cholesterol 44 mg Sodium 727 mg

Ingredients 1/2 lb dry fettuccine pasta 1 C. fresh chopped broccoli 2 tbsps butter 1 skinless, boneless chicken breasts 1 (10.75 oz.) can condensed cream of mushroom soup

1/2 C. milk 1/2 C. grated Parmesan cheese

Directions 1. Boil your pasta in water and salt for 5 mins then add in the broccoli and continue boiling the mix for 5 more mins. 2. Now remove all the liquids. 3. Slice the chicken breast into cubes then begin to stir fry the meat in butter until it is fully done. 4. Now add the cheese, milk, and soup. 5. Stir the contents then add the pasta mix. 6. Get everything hot then plate the dish. 7. Enjoy.

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Alfredo Broccoli

Healthy Rice and Corn

Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 133 kcal Fat 3.2 g Carbohydrates 24.4g Protein 2.7 g Cholesterol 0 mg Sodium 198 mg

Ingredients 2 C. water 1 C. brown rice 1 tbsp olive oil 1/2 tsp salt 1 C. frozen corn kernels

1/2 tsp dried cilantro 1/2 tsp cumin seed

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Get the following boiling: salt, water, olive oil, and rice. Once everything is boiling add in: cumin, cilantro, and corn. Set the heat to low, place a lid on the pot, and let the mix gently cook for 50 mins. Before serving, stir the rice after it has cooled off. Enjoy.

Healthy Rice and Corn

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BUTTERY

Baked Brown Rice

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 206 kcal Fat 5.1 g Carbohydrates 36.2g Protein 3.6 g Cholesterol 10 mg Sodium 420 mg

Ingredients 1 1/2 C. brown rice 1 tsp salt 2 tbsps butter

3 C. boiling water

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

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Get your water boiling then set your oven to 400 degrees before doing anything else. Now get a baking dish and add to it: butter, salt, and rice. Top the mix with the boiling water and place a covering of foil over the dish. Cook everything in the oven for 1 hr, then stir it. Enjoy.

Buttery Baked Brown Rice

Ground Beef Macaroni

Prep Time: 30 mins Total Time: 1 hr Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 570 kcal Carbohydrates 72.9 g Cholesterol 74 mg Fat 15.5 g Protein 35.2 g Sodium 1492 mg

Ingredients 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef 1 green bell pepper, diced 1 onion, diced

2 (29 ounce) cans tomato sauce 1 (16 ounce) package macaroni

Directions 1. Cook pasta according to the directions of package before draining it using a colander. 2. Cook ground beef over medium heat until brown before adding chopped onion and cooking it for another few minutes to get them soft. 3. Now add tomato sauce and green pepper before cooking it until pepper is soft. 4. Pour this sauce over pasta for serving.

Ground Beef Macaroni

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ICE-CREAM

Float

Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 5 mins Servings per Recipe: 2 Calories 124 kcal Fat 3.5 g Carbohydrates 22.5g Protein 1.1 g Cholesterol 14 mg Sodium 46 mg

Ingredients 1 (12 fluid oz.) can or bottle ginger ale 3 scoops vanilla ice cream

Directions 1. In a blender, mix together ice cream and ginger ale. 2. Pulse till smooth.

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Ice-Cream Float

Easy

Spanish Rice

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 156 kcal Fat 1.3 g Carbohydrates 32.3g Protein 4g Cholesterol 2 mg Sodium 1479 mg

Ingredients 1 (14 oz.) can chicken broth 1 (15 oz.) can diced tomatoes with green chili peppers 1 tsp salt

1 C. brown rice

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4.

Boil: rice, broth, salt, and tomatoes. Once everything is boiling place a lid on the pot, set the heat to low, and cook the contents for 1 hr. Let the rice cool for 7 mins before stirring it. Enjoy.

Easy Spanish Rice

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HAWAIIAN STYLE

Burgers

Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 946 kcal Fat 72.2 g Carbohydrates 122.7g Protein 46.7 g Cholesterol 208 mg Sodium 978 mg

Ingredients 2 lbs lean ground beef 1/2 C. prepared barbecue sauce 1 (8 oz.) can sliced pineapple

8 slices turkey bacon

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.

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Get your grill hot. Get a bowl, combine: bbq sauce, beef, pepper, and salt. Form burgers from the mix and then place two pieces of bacon on top of the burgers. Now add a piece of pineapple to each as well. Stake a toothpick through each to preserve the layering. Now get your grate ready for indirect grilling by applying some oil to it. Lay your burgers on the grill and cook them until they are done with a lid over everything. Make sure you turn the burgers multiple times while grilling. Enjoy.

Hawaiian Style Burgers

Ramen

Ground Beef

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 368 kcal Carbohydrates 30.2 g Cholesterol 69 mg Fat 17.1 g Protein 23.3 g Sodium 843 mg

Ingredients 1 lb ground beef 1 (3 ounce) package Oriental flavored ramen noodles 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes

1 (10 ounce) can whole kernel corn

Directions 1. Cook beef over medium heat until you see that it is no longer pink before adding the flavor packet of the noodles, corn, noodles broken into pieces and tomatoes, and bring all this to boil. 2. Now turn down the heat to low and cook for 10 minutes or until the noodles are tender. 3. Serve.

Ramen Ground Beef

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MEAT LOAF

with Oats

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins Servings per Recipe: 1 Calories 265 kcal Carbohydrates 18.1 g Cholesterol 111 mg Fat 12.9 g Protein 18.7 g Sodium 496 mg

Ingredients 1 lb ground beef 1 1/2 C. rolled oats 1 can French onion soup

2 eggs, beaten

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4.

Set your oven to 375 degrees before doing anything else. Get a bowl, mix: beaten eggs, onion soup, oats, and beef. Put everything into your loaf pan. Bake for 1 hour and 20 mins. Ensure the internal temperature of the meat loaf 160 degrees before removing from oven. 5. Enjoy.

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Meat Loaf with Oats

Simple Cream

of Meatball

Prep Time: 8 hrs 5 mins Total Time: 9 hrs 5 mins Servings per Recipe: 20 Calories 427 kcal Carbohydrates 8.8 g Cholesterol 98 mg Fat 35.4 g Protein 17.2 g Sodium 962 mg

Ingredients 5 pounds Italian meatballs 1 (10.75 oz.) can condensed cream of mushroom soup 3/4 C. water

2 C. sour cream

Directions 1. Get a container and mix your sour cream, meatballs, water, and mushroom together. Place a lid on the container and place it in the frig for 8 hrs. 2. Now add everything to your slow cooker and cook for about 3 to 4 hours on medium until the meat is completely cooked.

Simple Cream of Meatball

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SUNDAY'S

Ice Cream

Prep Time: 30 mins Total Time: 24 hrs 30 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 523.9 Fat 18.8g Cholesterol 59.6mg Sodium 67.9mg Carbohydrates 87.8g Protein 5.5g

Ingredients 4 C. fresh blueberries or 4 C. frozen blueberries 2 C. sugar 2 tbsps water

4 C. half-and-half cream

Directions 1. Add your water, sugar, and blueberries to a bowl, and get everything boiling. 2. Once the mix is boiling, set the heat to low and let everything gently boil until the blueberries are soft and the sugar is completely combined. 3. Run the mix through a strainer, into a bowl, and throw away the seeds and the skins. 4. Combine in the cream with the mix then place a covering of plastic on the bowl and put everything in the fridge for 8 hrs. 5. Place the mix into the ice cream machine so that the bowl of the ice cream maker is 2/3 full and freeze everything. 6. Place the rest of the mix in the fridge then once the first batch of ice cream is done freeze the rest and combine everything together. 7. Enjoy.

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Sunday's Ice Cream

Savory

Choco Ice Cream

Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 11 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 309.3 Fat 20.7g Cholesterol 91.5mg Sodium 67.0mg Carbohydrates 31.6g Protein 5.0g

Ingredients 4 oz. unsweetened chocolate 1 C. milk 2 eggs 1 C. sugar

1 C. heavy cream 1 tsp real vanilla extract 1 pinch salt

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.

Get a double broiler and melt your chocolate in it. Slowly add in your milk to the chocolate and stir everything completely. Now shut the heat and let everything cool completely. Get a bowl for your eggs and begin to whisk them until they are fluffy. Add in the sugar slowly then keep on mixing everything for 60 secs then combine in the salt, vanilla, and cream. Stir everything completely then combine in the chocolate mix and combine everything again. Place a covering of plastic on the mix and put everything in the fridge until it is cool. Now place the contents into your ice cream machine and freeze it. Enjoy.

Savory Choco Ice Cream

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CREAMY

Oreo Ice Cream

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 35 mins Servings per Recipe: 1 Calories 513.4 Fat 36.7g Cholesterol 236.7mg Sodium 198.4mg Carbohydrates 41.1g Protein 6.2g

Ingredients 2 1/2 C. half-and-half 8 egg yolks 1 C. sugar 2 1/2 C. whipping cream

4 tsps vanilla 1/8 tsp salt 20 crushed Oreo cookies

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Place your half and half into a bowl and begin to heat it until it is just about to boil while stirring. Get a bowl, combine: sugar and egg yolks. Whisk the mix until it is thick then combine it with the half and half and whisk everything. Reduce the heat to a low medium level and heat everything until it begins to steam and bubble. Continue to stir everything as it heats. Once the mix is hot then place it in a bowl carefully then add in the salt, vanilla, and whipping cream. 7. Place a covering of plastic on the bowl and put everything in the fridge until it is completely cold. 8. Place the mix into your ice cream machine and freeze it then combine in the crushed cookies and stir everything before dividing the mix between your serving bowls. 9. Enjoy.

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Creamy Oreo Ice Cream

Easy

Ground Beef Tacos

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 519 kcal Fat 25.1 g Carbohydrates 43.5g Protein 26.5 g Cholesterol 77 mg Sodium 1272 mg

Ingredients 1 lb ground beef 1 (12 oz.) bag mix vegetables 1 (11.04 oz.) box taco dinner kit 1/4 C. water

Sour cream Shredded lettuce

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Cook your beef in a pan then remove any excess oils. Add in your taco seasoning, vegetables, and the water. Place a lid on the pan and cook for 7 mins or until you find that the veggies are soft. Add an equal amount to each taco or tortilla with some sour cream, taco sauce, and lettuce. Enjoy.

Easy Ground Beef Tacos

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EASY

Rigatoni

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 55 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 295 kcal Carbohydrates 48.8 g Cholesterol 0 mg Fat 8.3 g Protein 8.9 g Sodium 145 mg

Ingredients 1/4 C. olive oil 2 cloves garlic, diced 1 eggplant, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes 1 (28 oz) can plum tomatoes with juice, chopped

1 (16 oz) package rigatoni pasta

Directions 1. Boil your rigatoni in salt and water for 12 mins until al dente. Remove excess liquid and set aside. 2. Get a frying pan: stir fry your garlic for 3 mins in olive oil. Add in your eggplants and fry for another 6 mins. Combine in your tomatoes and juice and simmer for 22 mins. 3. Cover pasta with eggplants and sauce. 4. Enjoy.

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Easy Rigatoni

Quick

Stovetop Pasta

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 30 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 328 kcal Carbohydrates 47.4 g Cholesterol 10 mg Fat 10.2 g Protein 11.7 g Sodium 284 mg

Ingredients 1 (8 oz) package campanelle (little bells) pasta 1/2 C. ricotta cheese 2 tbsps olive oil 1/4 onion, chopped

1 (6.5 oz) can tomato sauce

Directions 1. Boil pasta in salt and water for 13 mins. Drain liquid and place in a bowl with ricotta, mix everything evenly. 2. Get a frying pan and fry onions in olive oil for 8 mins. Combine in your: tomato sauce. Stir fry for 4 mins. 3. Cover your noodles with the sauce, and let it sit for 7 mins. 4. Enjoy.

Quick Stovetop Pasta

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VEGETABLE

Pasta Salad

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 181 kcal Carbohydrates 38.1 g Cholesterol 0 mg Fat 0.7 g Protein 5.4 g Sodium 238 mg

Ingredients 10 ounces fusilli pasta 1 onion, chopped 1 green bell pepper, chopped 2 tomatoes, chopped

1 cup chopped mushrooms 3/4 cup fat free Italian-style dressing

Directions 1. Cook pasta in salty boiling water for about 10 minutes until tender before draining it. 2. Mix pasta, mushrooms, onions, tomatoes and bell pepper very thoroughly before refrigerating for at least one hour. 3. Serve.

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Vegetable Pasta Salad

Banana

Fritters

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 18 Calories 491 kcal Carbohydrates 14.4 g Cholesterol 0 mg Fat 49.1 g Protein 0.9 g Sodium 49 mg

Ingredients 5/8 cup all-purpose flour 1 pinch salt 1 tsp baking powder 6 ripe bananas

3 tbsps white sugar oil for fryin

Directions 1. Add a mixture of baking powder, flour and salt slowly into mashed bananas and sugar, while stirring continuously. 2. Drop this mixture with help of a spoon into hot oil and cook for about 8 minutes, while turning only once. 3. Serve after draining with paper towels.

Banana Fritters

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SIMPLE

Pesto Sauce

Prep Time: 2 mins Total Time: 12 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 199 kcal Fat 21.1 g Carbohydrates 2g Protein 1.7 g Cholesterol 0 mg Sodium 389 mg

Ingredients 1/4 C. almonds 3 cloves garlic 1 1/2 C. fresh basil leaves 1/2 C. olive oil

1 pinch ground nutmeg salt and pepper to taste

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4.

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Set your oven to 450 degrees F before doing anything else. Arrange the almonds onto a cookie sheet and bake for about 10 minutes or till toasted slightly. In a food processor, add the toasted almonds and the remaining ingredients till a rough paste forms. NOTE: Use this simple pesto for any type of pasta you have laying around. Pesto can also be used a great topping for baked or stir fried chicken breast.

Simple Pesto Sauce

Easy

Southern Hush Puppies

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 40 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 277 kcal Fat 12.9 g Carbohydrates 36.7g Protein 4.6 g Cholesterol 46 mg Sodium 407 mg

Ingredients 2 eggs, beaten 1/2 C. white sugar 1 large onion, diced 1 C. self-rising flour

1 C. self-rising cornmeal 1 quart oil for frying

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Get your oil hot to 365 degrees before doing anything else. Get a bowl, combine: onion, eggs, and sugar. Stir the mix then add in the cornmeal and the flour. Fry large dollops of the mix in batches until golden on both sides. Enjoy.

Easy Southern Hush Puppies

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YELLOW

Fritters

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 50 mins Servings per Recipe: 16 Calories 255 kcal Fat 14.4 g Carbohydrates 31.9g Protein 1.7 g Cholesterol 12 mg Sodium 319 mg

Ingredients 1 1/3 C. buttermilk baking mix 1 1/2 tsps baking powder 1 (14.75 oz.) can cream-style corn 1 egg, beaten

1 C. vegetable oil 1 1/2 C. molasses

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

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Get a bowl, combine: baking powder and baking mix. Get a 2nd bowl, combine: eggs and corn. Now combine both bowls and get your oil hot and ready for frying. Once the oil is hot fry large dollops of the mix for 3 mins each side or until golden on both sides. When eating the fritters top them with some molasses. Enjoy.

Yellow Fritters

Simple

Crepes

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 30 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 216 kcal Fat 9.2 g Carbohydrates 25.5g Protein 7.4 g Cholesterol 111 mg Sodium 235 mg

Ingredients 1 C. all-purpose flour 2 eggs 1/2 C. milk 1/2 C. water

1/4 tsp salt 2 tbsps butter, melted

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.

In a large bowl, add the eggs and flour and beat till well combined. Slowly, add the water and milk, beating continuously till well combined. Add the butter and salt and beat till smooth. Lightly, grease a frying pan and heat it on medium-high heat. Place about 1/4 C. of the mixture and tilt the pan to spread it evenly. Cook for about 2 minutes. Carefully, flip the crepe and cook till golden brown. Repeat with the remaining mixture. Serve hot.

Simple Crepes

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SWEET

Crepes

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 164 kcal Fat 7.7 g Carbohydrates 17.2g Protein 6.4 g Cholesterol 111 mg Sodium 235 mg

Ingredients 4 eggs, lightly beaten 1 1/3 C. milk 2 tbsps butter, melted 1 C. all-purpose flour

2 tbsps white sugar 1/2 tsp salt

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

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In a large bowl, add all the ingredients and beat till well combined and smooth. Lightly, grease a crepe pan and heat on medium heat. Place about 3 tbsps of mixture and tilt the pan to spread it evenly. Cook for about 1-2 minutes per side. Repeat with the remaining mixture. Serve hot.

Sweet Crepes

Buttered

Vanilla Crepes

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 30 mins Servings per Recipe: 12 Calories 142 kcal Fat 6.7 g Carbohydrates 15.9g Protein 3.3 g Cholesterol 66 mg Sodium 146 mg

Ingredients 1 1/2 C. milk 3 egg yolks 2 tbsps vanilla extract 1 1/2 C. all-purpose flour

2 tbsps sugar 1/2 tsp salt 5 tbsps melted butter

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

In a large bowl, add the egg yolks, milk and vanilla and beat till well combined. Add the remaining ingredients and beat till smooth. Lightly, grease a crepe pan and heat on medium heat. Place about 1/4 C. of the mixture and tilt the pan to spread it evenly. Cook everything on both sides till golden brown. Repeat with the remaining mixture. Serve hot with a filling of your choice like ice cream, caramel, cheese, cream or fruit.

Buttered Vanilla Crepes

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EASY

Empanada

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 40 mins Servings per Recipe: 12 Calories 226 kcal Carbohydrates 32.1 g Cholesterol 28 mg Fat 10.3 g Protein 1.8 g Sodium 84 mg

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened 1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese 1 cup sifted all-purpose flour 1 cup fruit preserves

1/3 cup white sugar 1 tsp ground cinnamon

Directions 1. Whisk butter, flour and cream together until smooth before shaping it up and wrapping it in foil to be placed in the refrigerator for at least one night. 2. Set your oven to 375 degrees F. 3. Roll the dough on a floured surface before cutting it with a cookie cutter and placing jam in the center of each one. 4. Bake this in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes before coating it with the mixture of cinnamon and sugar.

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Easy Empanada

Chicken

Quesadillas

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 27 mins Servings per Recipe: 10 Calories 381 kcal Fat 8.4 g Carbohydrates 42.1g Protein 21.7 g Cholesterol 46 mg Sodium 530 mg

Ingredients 1 lb skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into strips 1 tbsp vegetable oil 1 onion, sliced into strips 2 tbsps salsa

10 (10 inch) flour tortillas 2 C. shredded Cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese blend

Directions 1. Coat a baking sheet with nonstick spray. Then set your oven to 350 degrees before anything else. 2. Stir fry your chicken until fully done. Then combine in your onions and cook until they are seethrough. Then add your salsa and shut off the heat. 3. For 1 min in the microwave warm your tortillas. 4. On one side of each tortilla layer it with cheese and chicken. 5. Fold over the other side to form a quesadilla. 6. Do this for all ingredients and tortillas. 7. Place everything on the greased sheet and cook in the oven for until the cheese is bubbly. 8. Enjoy.

Chicken Quesadillas

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JAM

Quesadilla

Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 10 mins Servings per Recipe: 2 Calories 433 kcal Fat 12 g Carbohydrates 71.6g Protein 9.6 g Cholesterol 16 mg Sodium 511 mg

Ingredients 4 (8 inch) flour tortilla 2 tbsps softened cream cheese 2 tbsps strawberry jam

1 tbsp confectioners' sugar

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

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Layer the following on each tortilla: 1/2 cream cheese and jam. Put the tortillas on top of each other to make quesadillas. Fry them for 6 mins per side in a pan coated with nonstick spray. Garnish with some confectioner's sugar. Enjoy.

Jam Quesadilla

Mozzarella,

Tomato, Basil Panini

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 15 mins Servings per Recipe: 1 Calories 402 kcal Carbohydrates 29.9 g Cholesterol 36 mg Fat 24.1 g Protein 18.5 g Sodium 613 mg

Ingredients 1 French deli roll, split 1 tsp balsamic vinegar 2 slices mozzarella cheese 1 small tomato, sliced

4 fresh basil leaves olive oil

Directions 1. Heat up your skillet over medium heat. 2. Spread some balsamic vinegar on a roll before putting mozzarella cheese, basil leaves, tomato slice and the remaining cheese on top of all this. 3. Rub the outside with olive before heating it up on the skillet for about three minutes each side or until you see that it golden brown from the outside. 4. Serve.

Mozzarella, Tomato, Basil Panini

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BLACKBERRY

Parfait

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 10 mins Servings per Recipe: 2 Calories 515 kcal Fat 17.8 g Carbohydrates 68.2g Protein 21.4 g Cholesterol 12 mg Sodium 177 mg

Ingredients 2 C. vanilla yogurt 1 C. granola 8 blackberries

Directions 1. Get a large C. for serving and layer the following in it: 4 blackberries, 1/2 granola, and 1 C. yogurt. 2. Continue layering in this manner one more time. 3. Enjoy.

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Blackberry Parfait

Cranberry Parfait

Prep Time: 25 mins Total Time: 5 hrs 40 mins Servings per Recipe: 10 Calories 286 kcal Fat 10.5 g Carbohydrates 47.7g Protein 2g Cholesterol 31 mg Sodium 152 mg

Ingredients 1 (14.5 oz.) can whole berry cranberry sauce 1 (14 oz.) can jellied cranberry sauce 1/2 (14.4 oz.) package graham crackers 8 oz. heavy whipping cream

2 tsps white sugar 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4.

Get a bowl made of metal and place it in the freezer for 30 mins. Get a 2nd bowl, combine: cranberry jelly sauce and the whole cranberry sauce. Get a plastic bag and add your graham crackers to it. Close the bag and crush your crackers. Get your frozen bowl and begin to mix your heavy cream in it, with a mixer, for 3 mins then add in the vanilla and sugar. 5. Continue mixing everything for 6 more mins. 6. Get 3rd bowl for serving and lay 1/2 of the crushed crackers in it. 7. Then add 1/2 of the cranberry mix and 1/2 of the whipped cream. 8. Continue layering in this manner until all the ingredients have been used up. 9. Place a covering of plastic on the bowl and put everything in the fridge for 5 hrs. 10. Enjoy.

Cranberry Parfait

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APPLESAUCE

Parfait

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 10 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 232 kcal Fat 1.3 g Carbohydrates 49.4g Protein 7g Cholesterol 2 mg Sodium < 150 mg

Ingredients 2 C. Applesauce 2 C. low-fat fruit-flavored yogurt 1/2 C. graham cracker crumbs

2 C. diced fresh fruit

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

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Lay out 4 glasses and add 1/4 a C. of yogurt to each one. Then top the yogurt with 1 tbsp of crumbs. Add 1/4 a C. of diced fruit and the same amount of applesauce. Continue layering everything in this manner one more time. Place a covering of plastic on each glass and put everything in the fridge until it is all cold. Enjoy.

Applesauce Parfait

The Easiest

Veggie Stir-Fry

Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 10 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 88 kcal Carbohydrates 13.8 g Cholesterol 0 mg Fat 2.9 g Protein 3.5 g Sodium 345 mg

Ingredients 2 tbsps soy sauce 1 tbsp brown sugar 2 tsps garlic powder 2 tsps peanut butter

2 tsps olive oil 1 (16 ounce) package frozen mixed vegetables

Directions 1. Get a bowl and combine the following ingredients: peanut butter, say sauce, garlic powder, and brown sugar. 2. Grab a wok and heat your oil. 3. Now begin to fry your veggies for 7 mins. 4. Before serving season the veggies with some soy sauce. 5. Enjoy

The Easiest Veggie Stir-Fry

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GRAPES

and Chicken Stir Fry

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 226 kcal Fat 6.5 g Carbohydrates 29.4g Protein 12 g Cholesterol 26 mg Sodium 23 mg

Ingredients 1 tbsp vegetable oil 1 C. sliced red grapes 1 C. cubed cooked chicken

2 C. cooked rice 1/4 C. chicken broth

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4.

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Stir fry your chicken and grapes in hot veggie oil for 4 mins. Now add the broth and rice. Let the contents cook for 4 more mins until everything is hot. Enjoy.

Grapes and Chicken Stir Fry

Easy

Meatless Stuffing

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 1 hr Servings per Recipe: 10 Calories 254 Fat 15.5g Cholesterol 37mg Sodium 613mg Carbohydrates 24.7g Protein 4.4g

Ingredients 1 (1 lb.) white bread loaf, sliced ¾ C. butter 4 celery stalks, chopped 1 onion, chopped

Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 2 tsp poultry seasoning 1 C. chicken broth

Directions 1. In a large dish, place bread slices and keep in room temperature for about 1-2 hours. Then cut the bread in little cubes. 2. Set your oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly, grease a casserole dish. 3. In a large skillet, melt butter on medium heat. 4. Add celery and onion and sauté for about 5 minutes. Drain the fat from skillet. 5. Stir in seasoning and remove from heat. 6. Add bread and broth and stir to combine. 7. Now, place the mixture in prepared baking dish. 8. Bake for about 30-40 minutes or till golden brown.

Easy Meatless Stuffing

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CROCK POT

Oatmeal I

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 6 hrs 15 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 208 kcal Fat 5.6 g Carbohydrates 37.2g Protein 3.9 g Cholesterol 10 mg Sodium 35 mg

Ingredients 1 C. steel cut oats 3 1/2 C. water 1 C. peeled and chopped apple 1/2 C. raisins 2 tbsps butter

1 tbsp ground cinnamon 2 tbsps brown sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract

Directions 1. For 7 hours on low cook the following in your crock pot: vanilla extract, oats, brown sugar, water, cinnamon, apples, butter, and raisins. 2. Enjoy with milk.

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Crock Pot Oatmeal I

Rolled

Oats I

Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 15 mins Servings per Recipe: 3 Calories 357 kcal Fat 13.9 g Carbohydrates 48.8g Protein 10.5 g Cholesterol 94 mg Sodium 145 mg

Ingredients 1 egg, beaten 1 3/4 C. milk 1/2 C. packed brown sugar 1 C. rolled oats

2 tbsps butter

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Get a big pot and pour in your milk then add: brown sugar and beaten eggs. Get everything boiling and continually stir the mix for about 4 mins. Shut off the heat and then add your butter. Let the butter melt. Enjoy warm.

Rolled Oats I

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OVEN

Oatmeal I

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 50 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 393 kcal Fat 15.3 g Carbohydrates 59.2g Protein 6.8 g Cholesterol 79 mg Sodium 502 mg

Ingredients 3 C. rolled oats 1 C. brown sugar 2 tsps ground cinnamon 2 tsps baking powder 1 tsp salt 1 C. milk

2 eggs 1/2 C. melted butter 2 tsps vanilla extract 3/4 C. dried cranberries

Directions 1. Set your oven to 350 degrees before doing anything else. 2. Get a bowl, and mix: salt, melted butter, oats, cranberries, milk, baking powder, beaten eggs, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and brown sugar. 3. Pour the mixture into a casserole dish coated with non-stick spray and cook in the oven for 45 mins. 4. Enjoy warm.

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Oven Oatmeal I

Vanilla

Waffles

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 12 Calories 379 kcal Carbohydrates 47.6 g Cholesterol 113 mg Fat 16.2 g Protein 10.2 g Sodium 899 mg

Ingredients 2 C. all-purpose flour 1 tsp salt 4 tsps baking powder 2 tbsps white sugar 2 eggs

1 1/2 C. warm milk 1/3 C. butter, melted 1 tsp vanilla extract

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Get a bowl, mix: sugar, flour, baking powder, and some salt. Get your waffle iron heated. Get a 2nd bowl, mix: whisked eggs, vanilla, butter, and milk. Combine both bowls. Evenly mix them. Pour mixture over the waffle iron. Heat until golden. Plate and eat warm. Enjoy.

Vanilla Waffles

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EASY

Buttermilk Waffle

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 45 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 329 kcal Carbohydrates 46.2 g Cholesterol 126 mg Fat 11.1 g Protein 10.8 g Sodium 638 mg

Ingredients 2 1/4 C. flour 1 tsp baking soda 1 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 C. butter

1/4 C. brown sugar 3 egg yolks 2 C. buttermilk 3 egg whites

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Get your waffle iron hot. Get a bowl, mix evenly: salt, flour, baking powder and soda. Get a 2nd bowl, mix: brown sugar, whisked eggs, cream butter, buttermilk. Combine bowl 1 and 2 to form a batter. Get a 3rd bowl: Beat egg whites until stiff (an upward motion from the whisk produces a peak). Mix in 1/3 of your eggs into the batter until smooth. Then add the rest. Continue mixing until completely smooth. 7. Coat your iron with nonstick spray. Ladle batter onto the iron. Cook until crispy. 8. Enjoy warm.

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Easy Buttermilk Waffle

Potato

Waffles

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 217 kcal Carbohydrates 27.9 g Cholesterol 110 mg Fat 9g Protein 6.5 g Sodium 540 mg

Ingredients 2 tbsps butter 1 onion, chopped 1 tbsp minced garlic 2 C. mashed potatoes 1/4 C. all-purpose flour

2 eggs 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

Directions 1. Get a frying pan. Heat it up. Then melt your butter. Stir fry garlic and onions for 8 mins. 2. Get your waffle iron hot. 3. Get a bowl, evenly mix: black pepper, fried garlic and onions, salt, mashed potatoes, eggs, flour, and salt. 4. Coat your iron with nonstick spray. 5. With a batch process cook 1/3 C. of batter on the iron until crispy (4 mins usually). 6. Continue for all batter. 7. Enjoy warm.

Potato Waffles

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CHICKEN NUGGET

Waffle

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 40 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 489 kcal Carbohydrates 40.6 g Cholesterol 109 mg Fat 27.5 g Protein 19.7 g Sodium 1155 mg

Ingredients 24 frozen chicken nuggets cooking spray 1 1/4 C. all-purpose flour 1/4 C. cornmeal 1 1/2 tsps white sugar 1 1/2 tsps baking powder 1 tsp salt

3/4 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp ground black pepper 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper 1 3/4 C. buttermilk 1/3 C. vegetable oil 2 eggs, beaten

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.

Set your oven to 400 degrees before doing anything else. Cook your chicken nuggets for 15 mins. Until golden. Heat your waffle cooker. Get a bowl, sift evenly: Cayenne pepper, flour, black pepper, sugar, baking soda and salt. Get a 2nd bowl, mix: eggs, buttermilk, and oil. Combine both bowls to make batter. Evenly mix everything. Coat your iron with nonstick spray. In the middle of your iron put a piece of chicken. Take a tbsp of batter and coat the nugget. Cook for 5 mins. Repeat with all nuggets. 9. Enjoy warm.

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Chicken Nugget Waffle

Backroad Chili

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 40 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 489 kcal Fat 22.4 g Carbohydrates 49.2g Protein 22.1 g Cholesterol 64 mg Sodium 997 mg

Ingredients 1 C. elbow macaroni 1 lb ground beef 1 small onion, diced 1 C. diced celery 1/2 large green bell pepper, diced 1 (15 oz.) can kidney beans, drained 2 (10.75 oz.) cans condensed tomato soup

2 (14.5 oz.) cans diced tomatoes 1/8 C. brown sugar salt and pepper to taste

Directions 1. Boil your pasta in water for 9 mins then remove all the liquid. 2. Meanwhile boil your green pepper and celery in water for 5 mins then remove the liquid as well. 3. Now stir fry your beef until fully done and combine in the onions and cook them until they are seethrough. 4. Now add in the celery mix, and: brown sugar, kidney beans, and tomato soup. 5. Simmer everything for 10 mins then shut the heat and add in some pepper and salt and the pasta. 6. Enjoy.

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AU

Gratin

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 40 mins Servings per Recipe: 9 Calories 263 kcal Fat 9.6 g Carbohydrates 37.7g Protein 7g Cholesterol 19 mg Sodium 739 mg

Ingredients Unsalted butter 2 1/2 C. chicken broth 4 large russet potatoes, peeled, diced 1 tsp salt 1/4 C. unsalted butter

4 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1/2 C. grated Parmesan cheese Salt and pepper to taste 1/2 C. panko bread crumbs

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4.

Coat a baking dish with butter then set your oven to 375 degrees before doing anything else. Add your broth to a large pot and combine in 1 tsp of salt and your potatoes. Get everything boiling. Once the potatoes are boiling, place a lid on the pot, set the heat to low, and let everything cook for 15 mins. Remove the potatoes from the liquid to a bowl. 5. Place the broth in a separate bowl as well. 6. Clean the pot then add in 2 tbsps of butter and begin to stir fry your garlic in it for 4 mins. 7. Add the potatoes into the pot and mash them with the butter and garlic. 8. Add in 1 C. of broth and continue mashing. 9. Now stir in the 1/4 C. of cheese and more 2 tbsp of butter. 10. Add some pepper and salt if you like. 11. Spread the potatoes into the baking dish and top it with the rest of the cheese and the bread crumbs. 12. Cook everything in the oven for 25 mins. 13. Enjoy. 98

Au Gratin

Mashed

Potatoes

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 30 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 304 kcal Fat 12.3 g Carbohydrates 44.3g Protein 5.7 g Cholesterol 29 mg Sodium 801 mg

Ingredients 4 large potatoes 1/4 C. butter 2 tsps ground nutmeg, or to taste

2 tsps salt, or to taste 1/2 C. sour cream

Directions 1. Get your potatoes boiling in water and salt, place a lid on the pot, set the heat to low, and let the potatoes cook for 22 mins. 2. Remove all the liquid and partially mash the potatoes. 3. Add in your salt, nutmeg, and butter and fully mash everything then add in the sour cream and stir the cream into the potatoes. 4. Enjoy.

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TANGY MASHED

Potatoes

Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 321 kcal Fat 12.1 g Carbohydrates 49.6g Protein 5.1 g Cholesterol 28 mg Sodium 80 mg

Ingredients 5 potatoes, peeled and quartered 2 tbsps butter, divided ground black pepper to taste 1/2 C. sour cream

1 tbsp prepared horseradish 2 tsps minced parsley

Directions 1. Get your potatoes boiling in water and salt for 17 mins then remove all the liquids and add in some black pepper, and 1 tbsp of butter. 2. Mash everything together then add the parsley, horseradish and sour cream. 3. Mash everything together again then place it all in bowl for serving. 4. Top the potatoes with 1 tbsp of butter. 5. Enjoy.

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Tangy Mashed Potatoes

Pumpkin Pie II

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 55 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 322 Fat 11.9g Cholesterol 79mg Sodium 460mg Carbohydrates 49.2g Protein 6.5g

Ingredients 1 C. packed brown sugar 2 tsp ground cinnamon 1 tsp ground ginger ½ tsp salt 1 (15 oz.) can pumpkin puree

2 tbsp molasses 1 cup evaporated milk 3 eggs, beaten 1 (9-inch) single pie crust

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Set your oven to 425 degrees F. Grease In a large bowl, mix together brown sugar, spices. Add pumpkin puree, molasses, evaporated milk and eggs and mix till well combined. Transfer the mixture into pie crust. Bake for about 40 minutes or till set completely.

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