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Chili Macaroni Casserole Recipe

admin — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 21:26:49 +0000

In search for a one dish meal and something a little different I decided on this Chili Macaroni Casserole Recipe. This recipe is mildly seasoned which I like, but if you like it hot you can turn up the heat by adding cayenne or red pepper flakes to taste. There are a lot of ingredients, but if you time it out right, it doesn’t take very long. While the burger is cooking you can cook the macaroni and put the cheese sauce together. When you serve this Chili Macaroni Casserole Recipe you can top it with sour cream; it’s a nice added touch. Enjoy

Chili Macaroni Casserole Recipe

Author: Admin

Prep time: 15 mins

Cook time: 55 mins

Total time: 1 hour 10 mins

Serves: 12

Ingredients

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1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni
2 pounds lean ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (14 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
1 (1.25 ounce) package chili seasoning mix
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cheddar cheese soup
1 (10.75 ounce) can milk
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Topping
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup crushed tortilla chips

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink.
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook and stir the ground beef with onion until the meat is browned, about 10 minutes.
Mix in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, corn, kidney beans, taco seasoning, and chili seasoning; bring to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer, and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 20 minutes.
Whisk the Cheddar cheese soup and milk in a saucepan until smooth, and bring to a simmer over medium-low heat. Whisk in 1 cup of shredded Cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup of sour cream, and garlic powder; season to taste with salt and black pepper.
Arrange the cooked macaroni into the bottom of a 10×15-inch baking dish, and mix with the soup mixture. Pour the ground beef chili over the macaroni, and sprinkle with 1 more cup shredded Cheddar cheese and crushed tortilla chips.
Bake in the preheated oven until the casserole is hot and bubbling and the cheese topping has melted, 20 to 30 minutes.
Serve topped with sour cream. (Optional)

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Activia Strawberry Banana Smoothie Recipe

admin — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 15:06:42 +0000

A week doesn’t go buy that I don’t make a Yogurt Smoothie for an evening snack. The family loves them; they are healthy and delicious. I have included a few tips here to turn your Yogurt Smoothie Recipe into perfection. In this recipe I used the new Activia Harvest picks; it was a smooth and delicious addition.

For lunch, or an after dinner treat; treat you and your family to a Strawberry Banana smoothie with Activia Harvest Picks and enjoy!

4 tips to making delicious yogurt smoothies

1. Blend the fruit long enough but not too long. Blending the fruit too long will reduce the flavor.

2. Use honey instead of sugar; honey provides vitamins and minerals.

3. Don’t use water or ice, if you need to add liquid, use low fat milk.

4. Use a yogurt with a sweet fresh fruit flavor like Activia Harvest Picks

Actvia Strawberry Banana Smoothie Recipe

Recipe type: Dessert

Author: Admin

Prep time: 10 mins

Total time: 10 mins

Serves: 2

Ingredients

2 small cups Activia Harvest Picks strawberry yogurt
2 bananas (cut up)
1 cup fresh strawberries (sliced)
1 kiwi fruit (sliced)
2 tablespoons of wheat germ
1 tablespoon of honey
1/2 cup low fat milk

Instructions

Combine all the ingredients in a blender and blend for 1 minute.
Serve cold.

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New Activia Harvest Picks is a deliciously fruity and silky smooth yogurt. You will enjoy a Harvest of real fruit in every silky spoonful.

Disclosure: Compensation was provided by Activia via Glam Media. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of Activia

Louisiana Sloppy Joe Recipe

admin — Sun, 06 Nov 2011 21:05:05 +0000

I love watching football on Sunday afternoon with good food. If you have a group over to watch the game this Louisiana Sloppy Joes Recipe is the best. It is very easy to prepare and makes 12 Sloppy Joes. When you add the Cajon Seasoning; add it to taste. I like the spices on the mild side so it was perfect for me. If you want it a little spicier just add extra. Serve it with fries or chips and your all set for a Sunday afternoon of football. Enjoy

Louisiana Sloppy Joe Recipe

Recipe type: Main

Author: Admin

Prep time: 10 mins

Cook time: 40 mins

Total time: 50 mins

Serves: 12 Sloppy Joes

Ingredients

1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped red or green bell pepper
cup chopped onion (1 medium)
1 can (19 oz) Progresso® Vegetable Classics hearty tomato soup
1 can (10 3/4 oz) condensed chicken gumbo soup
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons dried Cajun seasoning or to taste
12 burger buns, split

Instructions

In 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook ground beef, celery, bell pepper and onion over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is thoroughly cooked; drain.
Reduce heat to medium. Stir in all remaining ingredients except buns. Cook 15 to 30 minutes longer or until mixture is bubbly and vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally. Spoon beef mixture into buns.

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Chili Cheese Fries Recipe

admin — Sun, 02 Oct 2011 17:53:32 +0000

If you are looking for a great snack on game day or a side dish to go with your Brats you’ll love this Chili Cheese Fries Recipe. A great combination of cheese, chili and French fried potatoes. Quick and about as simple as it gets. Next Sunday step your game with this Chili Cheese Fries Recipe. Enjoy

Chili Cheese Fries Recipe

Author: Admin

Prep time: 5 mins

Cook time: 20 mins

Total time: 25 mins

Serves: 6

Ingredients

1 (32 ounce) package French fries
1 (8 ounce) bag shredded Colby jack cheese
1 (15 ounce) can chili with no beans
2 green onions (sliced)

Instructions

Pre-heat the oven to 375 degrees. Deep fry (or bake) French fries according to package directions. Drain on paper towels. In a medium sauce pan over medium heat the chili until it is heated through.
Arrange fries on the bottom of a baking sheet or oven safe dish. Top with chili, then top with shredded Colby jack cheese and the green onions. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the cheese has melted (can also be done in the microwave on plates).

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Philly Cheese Steak Burger Recipe

admin — Tue, 20 Sep 2011 17:19:34 +0000

It is a beautiful fall here in upper Michigan. After a very hot summer it has cooled down nicely and I decided it was time to fire up the grill again. Burgers on the grill continue to be a favorite here. I decided it was time to give this Philly Cheese Steak Burger Recipe a try. There is not a lot to this recipe but it produces a great tasting burger. Serve this Philly Cheese Steak Burger with chips or fries and end of the season corn on the cob and you family or guest will love it. Enjoy

Philly Cheese Steak Burger Recipe

Recipe type: Main

Author: Admin

Prep time: 10 mins

Cook time: 20 mins

Total time: 30 mins

Serves: 6

Ingredients

1 -1 1/2 lb ground beef
1/2-1 medium onion, sliced
1/2-1 red pepper, sliced
1/2-1 green pepper, sliced
6 slices provolone cheese
6 hamburger buns
1 teaspoon garlic or 1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion salt
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

Preheat the grill to medium high heat.
Divide and form six patties out of the ground beef
Mix all the seasonings together and sprinkle over the patties.
Grill the patties. When they are about ¾’s of the way done, top with the onion, peppers; then add the provolone cheese on top.
Cook until done

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Activia Banana Smoothie Recipe

admin — Sat, 06 Aug 2011 00:04:26 +0000

I made this smoothie with a FREE container of Activia Yogurt I got from an offer I will be sharing with everyone below. This smoothie contains blueberries, bananas, raspberries, milk, and Danon activia yogurt! You can get a for a FREE Danon activia yogurt below.

ingredient list-
1/2 cup blueberries
1/2 cup raspberries
1 banana
1 cup milk
1 small container Danon Activia Selects Yogurt
4 large ice cubes

Instructions:
1. Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth. Pour into glasses and serve.
(Makes 3 glasses)

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Bow Tie Seafood Pasta Salad Recipe

admin — Sun, 24 Jul 2011 17:36:09 +0000

I was asked to cook for a get together at he Church. Cold salads always seem to go good for pot lucks or a large get together. This Bow Tie Seafood Pasta Salad Recipe has good color due to the imitation crab meat; so it presents itself very well. The blend of flavors is delicious with the crab and shrimp meat added in. This is a large recipe, so if you are making to feed your family at home, you may want to cut it back a bit. I cooked the full recipe, and it was wiped out. Enjoy

Bow Tie Seafood Pasta Salad Recipe

Recipe type: Main

Author: Admin

Prep time: 25 mins

Cook time: 30 mins

Total time: 55 mins

Serves: 32

Ingredients

3 lbs uncooked bow tie pasta
1 1/2 lbs imitation crabmeat, chopped
1 lb frozen cooked baby shrimp, thawed
4 celery ribs, chopped
1 cup finely chopped green onion
1 medium green pepper, diced
4 cups mayonnaise
1/4 cup dill pickle relish
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon dill weed
3/4 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse in cold water. Place in a large bowl and add the crab, shrimp, celery, onions and green pepper.
In another bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, pickle relish, mustard, salt, dill and pepper.
Pour over pasta mixture and toss to coat.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

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Simple Egg Roll Recipe

admin — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 17:54:28 +0000

If you are tired of buying egg rolls in the store or the deli then give this Simple Egg Roll Recipe a try. I have to admit I didn’t do the roll ups myself, I had some help; when I prepared these, and She did a very good job. The last time I attempted these they came out looking kind of ouccourd. I am getting old and I guess my fingers don’t work so well anymore. Anyway enough crying, they are just delicious and the whole family loved them. I served them with chicken flavored rice. Enjoy

Simple Egg Roll Recipe

Recipe type: Main

Author: Admin

Prep time: 20 mins

Cook time: 20 mins

Total time: 40 mins

Serves: 4

Ingredients

1 pound ground pork
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 quart peanut oil for frying
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons water
2 cups shredded cabbage
2 ounces shredded carrots
8 (7 inch square) egg roll wrappers
2 tablespoons sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

Season pork with ginger and garlic powder and combine thoroughly. Heat mixture in a medium skillet, stirring, until pork is cooked through and no longer pink. Set aside.
In another large skillet or deep fryer heat oil to about 375 degrees F or medium high heat. While oil is heating, combine flour and water in a bowl until they form a paste. In a separate bowl combine the cabbage, carrots and reserved pork mixture. Mix all together.
Lay out one egg roll skin with a corner pointed toward you. Place about a 1/4 to 1/3 cup of the cabbage, carrot and pork mixture on egg roll paper and fold corner up over the mixture. Fold left and right corners toward the center and continue to roll. Brush a bit of the flour paste on the final corner to help seal the egg roll.
Place egg rolls into heated oil and fry, turning occasionally, until golden brown. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels or rack. Put on serving plate and top with sesame seeds if desired.

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Coney Island Sauce Recipe

admin — Tue, 10 May 2011 15:44:59 +0000

We were going to make Coney dogs, but decided we wanted something a little different. For our family Coney Dogs basically has consisted of canned Chile on a hot dog with chopped onions. I decided to give this Recipe a try. During the spring and summer months I like to use the grill as much as possible; so I decided to grill the hotdogs. This recipe was a pleasant change and the whole family enjoyed this version of Coney Dogs. There is not a lot of prep time and you can grill the hot dogs while the sauce is simmering.

Recipe

Recipe type: Main

Prep time: 15 mins

Cook time: 40 mins

Total time: 55 mins

Serves: 4

Ingredients

1 pound ground chuck or lean ground beef.
1 onion (chopped )
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon water
1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
teaspoon celery seeds
teaspoon hot sauce
cup ketchup

Instructions

In a large skilled brown the ground meat and onions till the burger is crumbly.
Add and mix in prepared mustard, cider vinegar, sugar, water, Worcestershire Sauce, celery seeds, hot sauce and ketchup and simmer on low heat 30 to 40 minutes.
Top Hot Dogs with sauce, shredded cheddar and chopped onions.
Enjoy

Calories: 173

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Breakfast Taco Recipe

admin — Sat, 30 Apr 2011 17:56:34 +0000

Great for Breakfast or a great supper. When my son suggested this for supper I wasn’t sure what to think; but I went with the idea, and I was glad I did. What a nice treat. The eggs are a nice added touch. Several times a year we will do what we call a supper breakfast, this one will defiantly be added to the list. This Breakfast Taco Recipe is easy to make and the combinations of flavors make for a delicious breakfast or supper. Enjoy!

Ingredients
1lb ground burger
1 small onion (chopped)
1 package taco seasoning
6 eggs
¼ cup milk
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 (14 ounce) can refried beans
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
8 flour tortillas

Instructions:
1. In a large skillet over medium high heat. Add hamburger and onions. Cook
while chopping up the meat with a metal spatula. Cook until browned. Mix in
taco seasoning and cook according to the directions on the taco seasoning
package. Remove from heat. While burger is cooking in a small saucepan heat
refried beans over low heat.
2. In a medium bowl whisk together eggs, milk, salt and pepper. Spray
another skillet with cooking spray and heat to medium heat. Pour in the
scrambled egg mixture and cook and scramble the eggs until fully cooked.

3. To assemble tacos- spread a thin layer of refried beans on the bottom of
each tortillas. Top with taco meat, eggs, cheese and salsa.