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Corn and Potato Chowder
If you are having company over for dinner or just need a warm meal on a cold night make a pot of corn and potato chowder. It is a vegetarian dish as well if you do not enjoy seafood or meats. While you may want to make the chowder with a chicken broth for added flavor it is just fine to use vegetable broth. Either way this chowder recipe is easy and delicious.
Ingredients You Need
2 Quarts of Broth (vegetable or chicken)
8 Large Ears of Corn on the Cob
4 Tablespoons of Butter
6 Celery Stalks
6 Whole Carrots
2 Large Onions
4 Pounds of Potatoes
1 1/2 Cups of Cream
Salt to Taste
Pepper to Taste
1 Bay Leaf
2 Teaspoons of Dried Parsley
2 Teaspoons Dried Thyme
2 Teaspoons Dried Sage
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Old Fashion Root Beer
For a special treat you and your significant other can enjoy make a batch of homemade root beer. It is much healthier that soda pop loaded with high fructose corn syrup.
While some of the ingredients may seem different or bizarre they are perfectly healthy and natural. Also when you make it you can rest assure that every ingredient that goes in is to your approval.
Root beer is a type of fermented beverage has been around for centuries. It has unique flavors and a distinct smell. While it is delicious to many, you may need to get use to the strong taste.
Good luck making your batch of naturally brewed root beer and enjoy this old time beverage.
Ingredients You Need
2 Tablespoon of Dried Sassafras (bark of root)
1 Tablespoon of Dried Licorice Root
1/3 Cup Birch Syrup
1/3 Cup Sucanat or Organic Whole Can Sugar
1 Cup Ginger Bug or 1/2 Cup Kefir Grains
2 Quarts Filtered Water
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Crab Cakes
As an appetizer or main course you cannot go wrong with homemade crab cakes. Many people love king crab but they taste just as delicious delicious with dungeness crab. While there is imitation crab meat available I only recommend this if you cannot get fresh crab meat. Also canned crab meat is just not as good as fresh.
Ingredients You Need
3 Cups of Crab Meat
2 Egg Yolks
1/4 Teaspoon of Salt
Pepper Grinder
1 Small Onion
Fresh Parsley
1/2 Cup of Sourdough Starter
Olive Oil
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Homemade Olive Oil Mayonnaise
For a healthy alternative to regular store bought mayonnaise you can make homemade olive oil mayonnaise. This is a wonderful condiment for your burgers or sandwiches and a great way to make tartar sauce for fish.
Making your own homemade mayonnaise allows you to enjoy it fresh instead of filled with preservatives. While it may seem like more work than you want the recipe is really simple. Read on to learn how to make this delicious spread.
Ingredients You Need
1 Egg Yolk
1/3 Cup of Olive Oil
1/2 Teaspoon of Mustard
1 Pinch of Salt
Pepper to Taste
1/2 Teaspoon of White Wine Vinegar
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Mole Sauce
A wonderful sauce to put on baked chicken or turkey is mole sauce. It is made with chocolate, chilies and other delicious ingredients. This recipe makes about three cups which can serve a whole family easily. Read on to lean how to make this delicious sauce.
Ingredients You Need
5 Dried Guajillo Chilies
4 Dried Pasilla Chilies
3 to 5 Small Chilies
1 1/2 Cups of Chile Water
2 Tablespoons of Olive Oil
4 Cloves of Garlic
1 Chopped Onion
2 Whole Cloves
1/2 Tablespoon Cinnamon Pieces
1/2 Tablespoon Anise Seed
5 Black Peppercorns
5 All Spice Seeds
1/8 Cup Toasted Sesame Seeds
2 Bananas Chopped
1/4 Cup Bittersweet Chocolate Chips
or 1/2 Cup Bittersweet Chocolate Powder
1/4 Cup Peanut Butter
1/2 Cup Golden Raisins
1 – 14.5 Ounce Can of Chopped Tomatoes
1 Tablespoon Vinegar
Salt to Taste
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Meatballs and Sauce with Pasta
Whether you like your meatballs and sauce with penne or linguini, it is delicious either way. There is nothing like a nice hot home cooked meal with friends or family after a long day. To make the meal come to life here is a great recipe that has been made for many years. Read on to learn how to prepare this easy and delicious dinner.
Ingredients for the Meatballs
• 2 Pounds of Hamburger
• 2 Tablespoons Finely Chopped Onion
• 1 Clove of Minced Garlic
• 2 Tablespoons Parsley
• 1 Teaspoon Oregano
• ½ Teaspoon Basil
• ¾ Teaspoon Salt
• 1 Pinch of Pepper
• 2 Tablespoons Parmesan Cheese
• 1 Whole Egg
• Cooking Oil
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Neapolitan Refrigerator Sheet Cake
If you need to bring a desert to a party or are looking to bake a cake for a birthday this is the perfect recipe. There is plenty of moisture in this sheet cake so you do not have to worry about serving it with ice cream. Also it is served cold out of the refrigerator so it is perfect to eat any time of the year.
Ingredients You Need
• 1 Package of Marble Cake Mix
• Ingredients on Cake Mix
• 1 Package of Strawberry Gelatin (3oz)
• 1 Envelope of Whipped Topping Mix
• 1 Small Package of Vanilla Instant Pudding Mix
• 1 ½ Cups of Cold Milk
• 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• Strawberry Halves or Slices for Garnish
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Beef Stroganoff
For a delicious warm meal this winter make some homemade beef stroganoff. With mouth watering flavors and easy preparation you can whip this meal up in no time. Take a few moments to round up the ingredients at the grocery store on your way home. Your family is sure to thank you.
Ingredients You Need
• 1 Pound of Top Sirloin Beef
• 4 Tablespoons Flour
• ½ Teaspoon Salt
• 4 Tablespoons Butter
• 1 Package of Fresh Sliced Mushrooms
• ½ Cup Finely Chopped Onion
• 1 Clove of Garlic (Pressed or Minced)
• 1 Tablespoon Tomato Paste
• 1 ¼ Cups Beef Broth
• 1 Cup Sour Cream
• 5 Servings of Cooked Egg Noodles or Rice
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Delicious Artichoke Dip Appetizer
If you are heading over to your friends house for a gathering or having a few guests over for dinner you want to have an appetizer ready. This delicious artichoke dip is the perfect dish to throw together in a few spare moments. All you need to do is toss it in the oven for a half hour right before serving. It is that simple.
Ingredients You Need
• 8 Ounce Package of Cream Cheese
• 1 ½ Cups of Mayonnaise
• 1 Can of Artichokes (14 Ounces)
• 1 Can of Diced Green Chilies (4 Ounces)
• 1 Can of Diced Jalapeno Peppers (4 Ounces)
• 1 Cup of Grated Parmesan Cheese
• 1 Teaspoon of Paprika
• Non-Stick Vegetable or Olive Oil Spray
• 1 Package of Crackers or Bagel Chips
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Strawberry Breakfast Bread
If you are looking for the perfect warm breakfast for the whole family you should try this strawberry breakfast bread. It is not too sweet and tastes wonderful spread with a little butter. Serve with a glass of milk or hot coffee to help jump start your day.
Ingredients You Need
• 3 Cups of All-Purpose Flour
• 2 Cups of Sugar
• 1 Teaspoon of Salt
• 1 Teaspoon of Baking Soda
• ½ Teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
• 4 Eggs
• 1 ¼ Cups of Vegetable Oil
• 1 Pound of Frozen Strawberries (16 Ounces)
• Butter
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Swedish Meatballs Dinner
One of the meals my husband and I enjoy eating with our kids is Swedish meatballs. They are delicious and taste great with baked potatoes and lingonberry sauce which you can pick up at specialty grocery stores. There is not a lot of preparation involved and the taste is great. We are not big pork eaters either and these meatballs only call for ground beef.
Ingredients You Need
• 2 Pounds of Ground Beef (97/3)
• 1 Egg
• 1/2 Cup Plain Bread Crumbs
• 1 Tablespoon of Dijon Mustard
• ½ Cup Grated Sweet Onion
• 2 Tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce
• ½ Teaspoon Celery Seeds
• 1 Teaspoon Salt
• ½ Teaspoon Pepper
• Half and Half
• Sour Cream
• Olive Oil for Greasing Frying Pan
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Delicious Crab Dip
If you need a quick lunch or a dish to make when you entertain some guests this crab dip is perfect. It is great on butter crackers or tortilla chips and tastes perfect straight out of the oven. Read on to learn how to make this easy and delicious crab dip.
Ingredients You Need
• 8 Ounce Package of Cream Cheese
• 1 Tablespoon of Milk
• 16 Ounces of Fresh King Crab Meat (or 1 Large Can)
• 2 Tablespoons of Finely Chopped Onion
• ½ Teaspoon of Creamy Horseradish
• ¼ Teaspoon of Salt
• Pinch of Pepper
• Non-Stick Spray
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Quick and Easy Chicken Fried Rice
When you are in the mood for an oriental dish without leaving the comfort of your home this is a great choice. Chicken fried rice is packed with all the great flavors and easy to make. This meal will feed the whole family and does not take much time to prepare. Read on to learn how to make this delicious dish.
Ingredients You Need
• 1 Cup Diced Cooked Chicken Breast
• 1 Cup Uncooked Long-Grain Rice
• ½ Cup Chopped Onion
• ¼ Cup Chopped Red Bell Pepper
• ¼ Cup Chopped Celery
• 1 Cup Chopped Cabbage
• 2 Eggs
• ½ Teaspoon Salt
• 2 Tablespoons Soy Sauce
• 1/3 Cup Salad Oil
• 2 ½ Cups of Chicken Broth
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The Easy Way to Make Toddler Snack Mixes
Whether my son and I are going on an outing to the zoo or a walk in the park it is always important to pack a snack. With months of going out and about with a toddler I noticed there were not any snack mixes out there geared towards young children.To help fix this dilemma I started to make my own snack mixes and they were a total hit. Now we bring some with us to ensure there are no meltdowns from lack of food or interesting snacks in the diaper bag.
Below I have listed a bunch of different possible ingredients to use in the snack mixes. You can use any of them as long as your child has no known allergies and is over the age of one. If they do not like something then cross it off the list and do not add it. The nice thing about having lists is that you can make snack mixes out of items you most likely already have.
The rule is to make sure you use three or more of the items to make each mix to give the child variety. This way there are multiple snack items to choose from and if they are not in the mood for one it does not matter. They still have two or more other goodies to snack on when you have a mix. This is nice for you and the toddler so you do not have to listen to a frustrated child and they have a yummy snack mix.
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Tuna Burgers with Ginger, Garlic and Soy Sauce
If you are looking for a new recipe to prepare for dinner tonight give these tuna burgers with ginger, garlic and soy sauce a try. This delicious recipe has lots of bold flavors that work together wonderfully. Pick up the ingredients on your way home from work or on your way to pick the kids up from after school activities. Your family is sure to enjoy this new unique recipe.
Ingredients You Need
• 1 Pound Tuna Steak
• 3 Cloves of Garlic
• 2 Inch Piece of Fresh Ginger
• 3 to 4 Tablespoons of Tamari Soy Sauce
• 2 Scallions
• ¼ Bell Pepper
• ½ Pound Shitake Mushrooms
• Coarse Salt
• 4 Large Gourmet Burger Buns
• ½ Cup Wasabi Mustard
• ½ Cup Mango Chutney
• 2 Tablespoons Vegetable Oil
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Fink Family Blueberry Pie
Ever since my husband was a little boy he has been in love with blueberry pie. His Grandmother tells us the story of him asking as a young boy for “more blueberry pie Grandma” every time we visit. As a special treat he loves making this pie for our boys. Read on to learn how to make this delicious pie.
Ingredients You Need
• 2 Thawed 9 Inch Pie Crusts
• 4 Cups of Blueberries (fresh or frozen)
• ¾ Cup of Sugar
• 3 Tablespoons All-Purpose Flour
• ½ Teaspoon Lemon Juice
• ½ Teaspoon Ground Cinnamon or Nutmeg
• Pinch of Salt
• 2 Tablespoons of Cinnamon & Sugar Mixture
• 1 Tablespoon of Milk
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Ama’s Delicious Cuban Sloppy Joes
When visiting Ama we always love to eat her delicious Cuban Sloppy Joes. They are wonderful on some sweet bread to level out the spiciness. If you are in the mood for a delicious meal with a variety of flavors, than this is perfect dinner to make. You get to taste sweet, salty and spicy flavors in every bite. Take this list to the grocery store and buy all the fixings to make this delicious meal for your whole family.
Ingredients You Need
• 1 Pound Ground Beef
• 1 Onion
• 1 Red Pepper
• 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
• 2 Garlic Cloves
• 1 Tablespoon Cumin
• 2 Tablespoons Chili Powder
• 1 Teaspoon Oregano
• 1 Teaspoon Paprika
• ¼ Teaspoon Cayenne
• ¼ Teaspoon Cinnamon
• 1 Can Diced Tomatoes
• 2 Tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
• 1 Tablespoon Lime Juice
• 1 Tablespoon Capers
• ½ Cup Dried Currents
• ¼ Cup Chopped Green Olives
• 1 Package of Sweet Rolls
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Delicious Dijon Chicken
A recipe that my Mother shared with me years ago that is easy and delicious is her Dijon chicken. There are just a few ingredients but it tastes like something out of a gourmet restaurant. All you need to do is bake the chicken and add a few sides to have a delicious home cooked meal with your family or friends.
Ingredients You Need
• Chicken Breasts (1 per person)
• Dijon Mustard (1 Tablespoon Per Chicken Breast)
• Butter (1Teaspoon Per Chicken Breast)
• Panko Fakes Bread Crumbs
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Harvest Soup
With the cold weather among us it is nice to enjoy a warm meal at home to end your day. Harvest soup is a wonderful choice if you enjoy beef and vegetables. The flavor is much more satisfying than a can of soup and it is less expensive when feeding your whole family. There are not too many ingredients in the recipe so you can put it together quickly when you get home. Read on to learn how to make this delicious soup.
Ingredients You Need
• ½ Pound of Hamburger
• ½ Teaspoon Garlic Powder
• 3 Carrots
• 1 Large Onion
• 4 Large Stalks of Celery
• ½ Teaspoon of Salt
• ¼ Teaspoon of Pepper
• 7 Cups of Water
• 1 Cup of Cooked Rice
• 1 ½ Beef Broth Cubes
• 28 Ounce Can of Crushed Peeled Tomatoes
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