Really great and healthy, perfect pre-run breakfast or for a quick snack. Ingredients 2 cups rolled oats 2 bananas, mashed 2 carrots, grated 1 apple, grated 1 cup unsweetened applesauce 1/2 cup chopped peanuts Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Mix oats, bananas, carrots, apple, applesauce,…
Ground beef, fresh onion, green bell pepper, tomatoes and rice are simmered in a sweet-hot sauce of chile, brown sugar, cumin and Worcestershire. This savory rice dish is then baked with Cheddar and garnished with fresh cilantro. Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef 1/2 cup finely chopped onion 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper 1…
Chicken breast served over pasta with a perfectly flavorful cream sauce to bring it all together. Ingredients 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves 2 cups chicken broth 1/2 cup red wine 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning 1 (6 ounce) jar sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and chopped…
This is a one pan meal that’s in the oven in 15 minutes. Rosemary, garlic, and oregano create a mouth watering aroma. If using dried herbs in place of fresh, use 1/3 the amount. Potatoes are crispy like french fries, just serve with ketchup. Kids just love this! Ingredients 8 chicken thighs 6 small red…
My grandpa’s recipe. Old-school and traditional Minnesota staple. Ingredients 1 pound ground beef 2 cups elbow macaroni 1/2 large green bell pepper, coarsely chopped 1/2 large onion, chopped 1 (16 ounce) can tomato sauce 1 pound tomatoes, coarsely chopped 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon soy sauce 1 teaspoon salt 3/4 teaspoon dried basil 3/4…
My family loves this recipe. It is quick and easy, and makes for a tasty weekday supper. I often double the sauce to serve over rice. Ingredients 1 tablespoon soy sauce 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon lemon juice 2 tablespoons brown sugar 2 tablespoons ketchup 6 pork chops, trimmed Directions…
Time consuming but it is well worth it! The brown sugar and bacon grease combine beautifully and give such a great taste. Ingredients 1 pound sliced bacon, cut into thirds 1 (14 ounce) package beef cocktail wieners 3/4 cup brown sugar, or to taste Directions Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C)….
I love almost any squash recipe, and this one makes a great meal all by itself! Quick, easy, and one of my favorite ways to make spaghetti squash! Ingredients 1 spaghetti squash, halved and seeded 1 pound lean ground beef 1/2 cup finely chopped onion 1/2 cup minced bell pepper 1 clove garlic, minced 1…
A very simple and easy marinade that makes your shrimp so yummy you don’t even need cocktail sauce! Don’t let the cayenne pepper scare you, you don’t even taste it. My 2 and 4 year-olds love it and eat more shrimp than their parents! It is also a big hit with company, and easy to…
I always found turkey meatloaf to be quite disappointing. The flavor is usually lacking as well as the texture. Well, I have developed this version that has a great texture and a surprisingly good flavor (my brother couldn’t even tell that it wasn’t beef)! The secret is the quinoa, which adds wonderful texture and is…
This recipe is very similar to a chicken dish served at a local well-known restaurant. A friend of mine was kind enough to share it. It includes chicken breasts topped with mushrooms, bacon and cheese cooked in a honey-mustard sauce. Ingredients 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves – pounded to 1/2 inch thickness 2 teaspoons…
A delicious tart and sweet combination. Nothing tastes better with vanilla ice cream. Fresh or frozen rhubarb may be used. Ingredients 1 cup white sugar 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1 pound fresh rhubarb, chopped 2 pints fresh strawberries 1 recipe pastry for a 9 inch double crust pie 2 tablespoons butter 1 egg yolk 2…
Honey chicken kabobs with veggies. You can marinate overnight and make these kabobs for an outdoor barbecue as a tasty alternative to the usual barbecue fare! Fresh mushrooms and cherry tomatoes can also be used. (This can also be done in the broiler.) Ingredients 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1/3 cup honey 1/3 cup soy sauce…
If you like shrimp and LOVE garlic, I hope you give this fast and delicious recipe a try soon. Enjoy! Ingredients 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined salt to taste 6 cloves garlic, finely minced 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes 3 tablespoons lemon juice 1 tablespoon caper brine 1 1/2…
This is a wonderful-tasting egg salad sandwich that you will definitely devour. It’s really good on rye. Ingredients 8 eggs 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard 1/4 cup chopped green onion salt and pepper to taste 1/4 teaspoon paprika Directions Place egg in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring water to…
Even if you think you don’t like asparagus you have to try this. It is a wonderfully easy quiche-like casserole to throw together for breakfast. This can be prepared the night before, covered, and put in the refrigerator overnight. Just be sure to allow extra cook time. Ingredients 1 1/2 cups chopped cooked ham 1/2…