Fiesta Chicken Crockpot Meal

Contributed by Nicki & Cam Serves 6-8 Ingredients: 4 chicken breasts (frozen or raw) 1 pkg Fiesta Ranch dip mix (by salad dressings) 1 can black beans 1 can Rotel 1 can corn 1 block cream cheese Add all ingredients to a slow cooker. Do not drain canned goods. Cook in slow cooker (high: 4 hours; low: 6 hours). Shred chicken with forks. Serve over rice, on tortillas, or as a taco salad. Top with cheese, sour cream, lettuce, etc., as desired. Continue reading Fiesta Chicken Crockpot Meal

Hawaiian Ham Sandwiches

Contributed by Nicki & Cam Serves 3-4 Ingredients: 1 package of mini Hawaiian rolls 1/2 lbs of sliced ham, approximately Provolone or swiss cheese (or both) Topping: 1 stick of butter 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce Garlic powder & onion powder to taste (we usually use about 1/2 tsp of each) Optional: sesame seeds Spray 9 x 13 pan with cooking spray. Without separating the buns, slice in half (you’ll have 12 connected “bottoms” and 12 connected “tops”). Put bottom buns in pan. Layer on ham & cheese to desired thickness (we do about 2 layers of each). Put on layer of … Continue reading Hawaiian Ham Sandwiches

Mexican Stuffed Shells

Contributed by Pam Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs hamburger 1 pkg taco seasoning 6 oz cream cheese, soft 16 jumbo pasta shells 1 1/2 cups salsa 1 cup taco sauce 1 cup shredded cheddar 1 cup shredded monterey jack 3 green onions Toppings: sour cream, black olives, etc Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Make taco meat, add cream cheese, stir until melted & combined. Set aside to cool. At the same time, cook shells & drain. Set out individually on baking sheet so they don’t stick together. Pour salsa on bottom of 9 x 13 pan. Stuff shells with meat & … Continue reading Mexican Stuffed Shells

Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana Copycat Recipe

Contributed by Rachel & Brendan SOOOOOOOOOO GOOOOOOOOOOOD!!!!!!!! Ingredients: 4 slices bacon, diced 1 lbs spicy Italian sausage, casing removed 1 Tbsp olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 onion, diced 4 cups chicken broth 3 russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced 3 cups baby spinach 1 1/2 cups heavy cream Kosher salt & fresh ground black pepper, to taste Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add bacon & cook until brown & crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate; set aside. Add Italian sausage to the skillet & cook until browned, about 3-5 minutes, making sure … Continue reading Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana Copycat Recipe

Orange Meatballs

Contributed by Paula & Al This recipe will satisfy your urge for orange chicken from your favorite Chinese restaurant. You won’t miss the breading at all. Ground pork or beef are equally delicious & what we usually have in the freezer. For the meatballs: 1/4 cup milk 1/4 cup Panko breadcrumbs 1 1/2 lbs ground chicken 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tsp minced fresh ginger 2 Tbsp minced scallions 2 Tbsp soy sauce 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 tsp black pepper For the sauce: 1 1/2 tsp sesame oil 1 1/2 tsp olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced 1 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes, or more to taste 3/4 cup orange marmalade 1/4 cup hoisin sauce Make the meatballs: Preheat the oven to 500 degrees. … Continue reading Orange Meatballs

Grilled Pork Tenderloin

Contributed by Al & Paula This recipe is easy & cooks pork tenderloin perfectly every time. We found the recipe online somewhere & they called it something like the 7-6-5 Pork Tenderloin method. Ingredients: Pork tenderloin, as many as you need (We buy the Hormel brand that comes in a plastic package with 2 inside. I think they are typically about 1 lbs or a little more) Olive oil Dry rub, whatever your favorite is At least 2 hours before cooking: Put the tenderloins on a platter or sheet pan. Rub with olive oil & sprinkle with dry rub. Refrigerate. … Continue reading Grilled Pork Tenderloin

Chickpea Curry

Contributed by Rachel & Brendan Can substitute other protein source for chickpeas.  Chicken is tasty! Ingredients: 2 cups basmati rice 3 Tbsp vegetable oil, divided 1 large onion, chopped 2 large carrots, chopped 4 yellow potatoes, cut into equal chunks Kosher salt & Fresh ground black pepper 3 tsp curry powder, divided 2 cloves garlic, chopped 2 cups vegetable or chicken stock 2 (15 oz) cans chickpeas, drained & rinsed 2 (13.5 oz) cans coconut milk 2-3 Tbsp honey 1-2 Tbsp sriracha sauce Naan bread, for serving Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish Cook the basmati rice according to the package … Continue reading Chickpea Curry

Salmon with Brown Sugar & Mustard Glaze

Contributed by Anita & Dave This is our favorite salmon recipe. You can use country Dijon if you prefer. Ingredients: 3 Tbsp light brown sugar 1 Tbsp honey 2 Tbsp butter 1/4 cup Dijon mustard 2 Tbsp soy sauce 2 Tbsp olive oil 1 Tbsp finely grated ginger Vegetable Oil Salt & fresh ground black pepper, to taste 8 salmon fillets, 6 oz each Melt the brown sugar, honey & butter in a small saute pan over medium-high heat. Remove from the heat & whisk in the mustard, soy sauce, olive oil & ginger. Let cool. Preheat grill to medium … Continue reading Salmon with Brown Sugar & Mustard Glaze

Slow Cooker Garlic Parmesan Potatoes

Contributed by Rachel & Brendan We prefer rosemary instead of dill & add 1/2 tsp dried or 1/2 Tbsp fresh rosemary. Add whatever herb you prefer. Ingredients: 3 lbs baby Dutch yellow potatoes, halved 2 Tbsp olive oil 2 Tbsp unsalted butter 4 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 tsp dried oregano 1/2 tsp dried basil 1/2 tsp dried dill Kosher salt & fresh ground black pepper, to taste 1/4 cup freshly Parmesan, grated 2 Tbsp fresh parsley leaves, chopped Lightly coat the inside of a slow cooker with nonstick spray. Place potatoes, olive oil, butter, garlic, oregano, basil & dill into … Continue reading Slow Cooker Garlic Parmesan Potatoes

Sesame Green Beans

Contributed by Paula & Al Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs green beans, washed & trimmed 1 Tbsp olive oil 1 tsp dark sesame oil 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper Sea salt, to taste 2 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds Steam green beans covered in 1/2-inch boiling water for 2 minutes. Transfer beans to a colander & run under cold water. Drain well. Heat wok or large skillet over high heat. Go once around the pan with the olive oil. Add sesame oil & crushed red pepper. The pan will smoke, FYI. Add beans & stir-fry for 2 minutes. Add sesame seeds & sea … Continue reading Sesame Green Beans