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ALMOND MUSHROOM CHICKEN

Stacey Winder — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 13:34:00 EST

Ingredients:

1 tbsp. butter
1 medium onion, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 7 oz. can mushrooms
2 pounds cooked boneless chicken breasts, chopped in bite size pieces
1 8 oz. can water chestnuts, drained and chopped
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1 can cream of chicken soup
1 16 oz. container sour cream
1 cup slivered, toasted almonds
2 cups Ritz crackers
3 tbsp. melted butter

A CHRISTMAS HAM

No Author — Sat, 24 Dec 2011 07:11:00 EST

By Chef Vern

Alright, here's the deal.  Since Thanksgiving was just four weeks ago and since Turkey generally tastes like cardboard covered with gravy and since Americans aren't real big on a Christmas Goose, I'm thinkin' you're thinkin' Ham for Christmas. 

Now if there's one thing a true Southern Cook knows it's how to make a good possum stew...if there's two things a true Southern Cook knows, it's how to make a tasty ham.

Here's the secret. It's really easy.

WHAT'S FOR DINNER TONIGHT? HOW ABOUT CREAMY SPINACH AND PEPPER TORTELLINI

Stacey Winder — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 16:27:00 EST

Ingredients:

1 20 oz. package triple cheese tortellini
2 slices bacon
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
1 tbsp. minced garlic
1 10 oz. package chopped spinach, thawed
1 tbsp. basil
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes
1 cup half 'n half
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

CHEATER'S CHILI

Stacey Winder — Sun, 06 Feb 2011 10:30:00 EST

Living in Texas, there is absolutely no way I'm going to claim to have the best chili recipe.  People here are serious about their chili and have very strong opinions about it.  We even have complete festivals and cook offs for bragging rights revolving around this beloved Texas favorite.  Having given my disclaimer, here's a quick and easy version that your family is sure to love!

TURKEY POT PIE

Stacey Winder — Sun, 28 Nov 2010 14:19:00 EST

If you're looking for something more creative than a sandwich to make with your leftover Thanksgiving turkey, this is an easy recipe that's sure to please.  You can also substitute with chicken.

TURKEY BASICS: SAFE COOKING

No Author — Tue, 23 Nov 2010 00:53:00 EST

A food thermometer should be used to ensure a safe minimum internal temperature of 165°F has been reached to destroy bacteria and prevent foodborne illness.

Many variables can affect the roasting time of a whole turkey:

* A partially frozen turkey requires longer cooking.
* A stuffed turkey takes longer to cook.
* The oven may heat food unevenly.

ALFREDO LASAGNA

Stacey Winder — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 17:31:00 EST

Ingredients:

2 lb. ground pork
1 onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
2 15 oz. jars alfredo sauce
1 6 oz. bag baby spinach
15 oz. ricotta cheese
1 egg
1 tsp. basil
1 tsp. thyme
1 tsp. oregano
1 tsp. crushed red pepper
2 tbsp. minced garlic
1 tsp. salt
9 pieces oven ready lasagna (uncooked)
2 cups mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup parmesan cheese

BACON WRAPPED SHRIMP SOFT TACOS

Stacey Winder — Sat, 14 Aug 2010 15:51:00 EST

Ingredients:

1 lb. shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 lb. bacon
2 avocados, peeled, pitted and sliced in 1/2' slices
Monterey Jack cheese or white Mexican cheese
shredded lettuce
sour cream
flour tortillas

SLOW COOKED PORK ROAST

Stacey Winder — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 16:24:00 EST

This is a great dish to serve for Sunday dinner!  The trick - start on Saturday night...

CHICKEN FRIED STEAK & CREAM GRAVY

Stacey Winder — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 12:30:00 EST

Ingredients for chicken fried steak:

4 cube steaks
1 1/2 - 2 cups flour
1 egg
1 cup milk
1 tbsp. salt
1 tbsp. pepper
vegetable oil

EASY CHEESY CHICKEN

No Author — Mon, 03 May 2010 10:43:00 EST

By Leslie Egan

Ingredients:

1 can Cream of Chicken soup
1 can Cream of Mushroom soup
1 can Cheddar Cheese soup
4 to 6 Chicken Breasts

CORNED BEEF AND CABBAGE

Chef Nettie — Sun, 21 Mar 2010 16:26:00 EST

Ingredients:

3 pounds corned beef brisket with spice packet
10 small red potatoes
5 carrots, peeled and julienned
1 large head cabbage, cut into small wedges

BUDGET POT ROAST

Chef Nettie — Sun, 14 Mar 2010 16:45:00 EST

Ingredients:

1 2-1/2- to 3-lb. boneless beef chuck pot roast
Salt and pepper
1/4 cup cooking oil
2 large onions, cut into 3/4-inch slices
3/4 cup water
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 tsp. dried thyme, crushed
1/4 tsp. salt
1 lb. potatoes
1 lb. carrots cut into 2-inch pieces
2 stalks celery, bias-sliced into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup cold water
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Black pepper (optional)

EGGPLANT PARMESAN

Stacey Winder — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 16:17:00 EST

Ingredients:

1 large eggplant

3/4 c. extra virgin olive oil

1 14.5 oz. can diced tomatoes

1 8 oz. can tomato sauce

1/2 tsp. basil

1/2 tsp. oregano

1 tbsp. minced garlic

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

3 eggs

2 cups Italian seasoned bread crumbs

RAGOUT OF CHICKEN AND SPRING VEGETABLES

Chef Nettie — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 18:35:00 EST

Ingredients:

1 chicken (3 lbs.) cut into pieces, back and wings discarded (or save for soup or to make a broth later)
3T wheat flour or all purpose flour
2t. Cafe Netties Classic European Classic saltless seasonings
Pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 lb. French green beans (haricots verts), trimmed (see note)
2 parsnips, peeled and diced
1 yellow summer squash, diced
1 zucchini, diced
1 cup small red pearl onions, peeled
2 small carrots, peeled, diced
1 cup fresh mushrooms, quartered
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup dry white wine
2 cups chicken stock or canned low-salt chicken broth
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, chopped (see note)
3 medium-sized sweet potatoes, peeled, cut in large cubes
1/2 cup (1 stick) corn oil margarine, melted
1/2 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon peeled and minced ginger root
Fresh thyme sprigs for garnish

HAWAIIAN PORK CHOPS

Stacey Winder — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 11:59:00 EST

Ingredients:

4 center cut pork chops

1 cooked sweet potato, cut in 4 slices

4 slices pineapple

2 tbsp. minced onion

1 tbsp. minced garlic

1/2 cup ketchup

2 tbsp. lemon juice

2 tbsp. teriyaki sauce

1/2 tsp. salt

BREAKFAST ENCHILADAS

Stacey Winder — Sat, 09 Jan 2010 09:40:00 EST

This wonderful TexMex breakfast dish is a real crowd pleaser!

Ingredients:

1 lb. ground pork sausage

1 medium onion, chopped

1 red bell pepper, chopped

2 potatoes, boiled and diced

2 cups shredded Monterey Jack/Cheddar blend

6 eggs

6-8 corn tortillas (you can substitute with flour if that's your preference)

CHICKEN CORDON BLEU

Stacey Winder — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 17:31:00 EST

Ingredients:

6 chicken breasts

6 thin slices ham

1/4 cup flour

1 can chicken broth

4 tsp. butter

1/2 cup white wine

1 can sliced mushrooms

3 tbsp. flour

CHICKEN TETRAZZINI

Stacey Winder — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 15:21:00 EST

This is a fast, inexpensive and hearty dish that's great to make during the week.  You can also substitute turkey for chicken.

BRAISED SWEET AND TANGY GREENS WITH SMOKED TURKEY

Chef Nettie — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 09:38:00 EST

All packed with vitamins and just plain old good!

Ingredients:

2 � 3 bunches of any type of greens you have a taste for (Collards, Mustard or Turnip Greens or Kale)
1 small smoked turkey leg or wing
5 cloves garlic, chopped
2-3 tbsp. oil
1 small onion � peeled, and sliced thinly
2 -3 tbsp. cider vinegar (optional)
1 cup low sodium chicken broth
1 tsp. pepper
1/z tbsp. Café Netties Saltless Classic European
2 Tbsp. maple syrup (optional)

SUPER TURKEY CHILI

Chef Nettie — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 16:00:00 EST

Yield: Serves 8
Add slow simmered sizzle to your dinner table. Garnish with cashews, cilantro and plain yogurt. Enjoy!

SHEPHERD'S PIE

Stacey Winder — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 10:51:00 EST

This is the Americanized version.  Easy, hearty and oh-so-tasty!  Comfort food at it's best.

VEGETABLE LASAGNA

Stacey Winder — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 09:15:00 EST

A great way to get your vegetables without sacrificing taste!

SLOW COOKED POT ROAST

Stacey Winder — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 15:24:00 EST

This is a great meal to prepare in the Crock Pot before leaving for work.  When you come home, the house smells wonderful and dinner is ready!