Really Good Lasagna

Lasagna

This recipe is now my "Go To" for making Lasagna. It is so full of good flavor and it's not that difficult to put together, although it is a bit messy, but so worth it! Here, I'll show ya:

What you need:

1 Box Lasagna Noodles

16 ounces Ricotta Cheese

8 ounces Sliced (or grated) Mozzarella Cheese

1/2 Cup (give or take) Grated Parmesan Cheese

Marinara Sauce ( You can make your own, or get it store bought)

325 Degree Oven

Cook noodles according to package directions and arrange 2 layers in bottom of pan...

Noodly Layer

Smear noodles with the ricotta cheese, place the mozzarella on that, then, cover with sauce, sprinkle that with Parmesan.

ricotta and mozzarella

covered in sauce and Parmesan

Bake for about 45-50 minutes.

Orange Glazed Chicken

Orange Glazed Chicken

The Orange Glaze in this recipe adds a delightful zest of flavor to this chicken, and is simple to whip up. The only thing you really need is patience while the bird is roasting!

 What you need:

1 Roasting Chicken, rinsed and dried.

1-2 Tbsp Salt, Rubbed inside and out of chicken.

1 Tbsp Cornstarch

1 Cup Orange Juice

375 Degree Oven

Roast about 35-45 minutes Breast Side Down.
Remove from oven, turn chicken breast side Up and Increase oven temperature to 450 Degrees.
Roast for about 45-55 minutes.
In the meantime, mix together the cornstarch and orange juice in small pot over med heat, stirring constantly until creamy.
1/2 hour before chicken is done, baste with orange glaze, then halfway thru cook time, then every 15 minutes till chicken is done.

Italian Deli Style Chicken Sandwich

Italian Chicken Sandwich

Zacky Farms Guarantees that this chicken is fresh and natural and in perfect condition for my ( and your) enjoyment. And it really was. This recipe is easy to make too. My fave part of this sandwich? The pickle!

What you need:

1 Pkg Drumsticks ( I used 6 chicken thighs)

1 Cup Zesty Italian Dressing

1/2 Tsp. Italian Seasoning ( I used 1/4 tsp Oregano, 1/4 tsp Basil)

1/2 Cup Mayo

1 Loaf Italian Bread ( This bread is like a very dense regular white bread)

Pickles ( I used 1 per person)

2 Tomatoes

Pour half the Italian Dressing over Chicken in a Big bowl, let sit for at least an hour or better, overnight.
Broil or BBQ chicken, turning frequently and basting often till done. About 30-40 minutes.
Cool Chicken.
While Chicken is cooling, add Italian seasonings to the mayonnaise, stir well. Also, slice the tomatos and pickles.
Remove meat from the bones.
Spread the mayo on bread, top with pickles, tomatoes and chicken pieces.

Healthy Wheat Muffin Pizza

Wheat Muffin Pizza

This is a great little Lunch or snack. It's so easy to make and it tastes great!

What you need:

Broiler

Wheat Muffins ( 1 muffin split into half)

Prego Heart Smart Traditional Italian Sauce

Shredded Low Fat Mozzarella Cheese

Olive Oil

Oregano

Split muffins in half, drizzle with a little bit of olive oil

Spread sauce, cover with cheese, sprinkle with some oregano

Place under broiler until cheese melts.

Maple Syrup and Walnut Pancakes

Mmmm... Pancakes

These are Addicting! I served as a special treat one day, an now they are asked for everyday! I love/hate you Bisquick!

What you need:

2 Cups Bisquick

2/3 Cup Milk

1/4 Cup Maple Syrup

2 Eggs

1 Tbsp Sugar

1/4 Cup Chopped Walnuts

Beat together all ingredients till smooth, mix walnuts in Last.

Onto hot griddle or fry pan, pour about 1/4 to 1/3 Cup mix and cook until edges dry and bubbles pop. Flip and cook till "Golden" brown.

I recommend making at least two batches! That's how good these are!

Italian Style Stuffed Chicken Breasts

FSM? Or Could it just be Stuffed Chicken Breasts?

Well, if you thought smothering the chicken with a rice mixture was bold, you should have seen their faces when I set this out before them! And to tell you the truth, it was a hit! This is a recipe I had saved since 1992 ! Apparently a corroboration between Precious and S&W.

What you need:

350 Degree Oven

4 Boneless skinless chicken breasts, the thick ones.

1 8oz. Container Ricotta

*2 Tbsp Chopped Olives, Onion and Italian Parsley

1/4 Tsp Garlic Salt

1 Can 14.5 oz. Pasta Sauce

1 Cup Mozzarella Cheese, Shredded

12oz. Cooked, Drained Fettuccine-tossed in olive oil.

*I left out the olives, I served on the side. Instead of real onion I added Onion Powder.

350 Degree Oven

Mix together the Ricotta, olives, onion, parsley and garlic salt.

Make a slit down the middle of the chicken breasts, creating a "pocket". Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Fill pockets with about 1/4 cup of cheese mixture. Arrange in baking dish, pour sauce over top of chicken.

Bake for about 40 minutes, sprinkle with cheese and bake for another 2-3 minutes or until the cheese melts.

Serve over the Fettuccine.

Chicken N' Rice

Chicken N' Rice

What the heck is all over my food? This is loosely based on the Campbell's Cheesy Chicken and Rice recipe.  I left out the Vegetables, placed them on the side for the picky eaters. Difficult enough to watching them scrape the rice mixture off of their chicken! Ha!

What you need:

1 Can Cream of Chicken Soup

1 1/3 Cup Water

3/4 Cup Rice, Uncooked

1/2 Tsp Onion Powder

1/4 Tsp Black Pepper

*2 Cups Fresh/Frozen Mixed Vegetables (Your Choice, as stated above, I left them out, and I think that made the dish a bit watery...)

4 Boneless, skinless Chicken Breasts

1/2 Cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese

375 Degree Oven

Mix everything but the chicken and cheese together. Place chicken on top of mixture, bake for about 45 minutes.
Top with cheese, let stand a few minutes. Stir rice. Serve.

Chicken Fajitas

Chicken Fajitas

ErmmaGerd! SerGerd! These were Delicious!

What you Need to make these Everyday Food Mag Fajitas:

Corn Tortillas

Store Bought Pre-Cooked ( What I used, or make it yourself) Roasted Chicken, Shredded

1 Pkg. 10 Oz. Frozen Corn

2 Bell Peppers, cleaned and sliced or chopped

2 Onions, sliced or chopped

1 Cup Salsa

1 Cup Cheddar Cheese, shredded

2 Tbsp Olive Oil

Salt and Pepper, to taste

450 Degree Oven

Mix together the bell pepper, onion, salsa, corn and oil. Season with salt and pepper.

Spread on foil lined ( or lightly greased) baking  sheet.

Bake for about 15 to 20 minutes, mixing halfway through cook time.

Add the chicken, mixing together, cooking for another 5 minutes or so. Place in bowl.

Brush tortilla with 1 Tbs of oil, top with cheese and bake till cheese melts, top with chicken mixture.

Pear Barley Tabbouleh with Top Round Steak

Pearl Barley Tabbouleh

This was Amazingly Delicious Tabbouleh, even though Traditionally it's made with Bulgar, I will definitely make this again!

What you need:

1 Cup Pearl Barley (Cook according to package instructions)

1 Pound Beef Top Round Steak (Look for the sales, I got this one for $7!)

1 Cup Chopped Tomato (seeded)

1/2 Cup Chopped Red Onion

1/4 Cup Fresh Parsley ( I used 4 Tsp)

1/4 Cup Olive Oil

1/3 Cup Fresh Lemon Juice

Mix together Parsley, Olive Oil and Lemon Juice. Set aside about 1/3 Cup for the Tabbouleh in the refrigerator.

Marinate the Steak for at least 7 hours or overnight in the refrigerator.

Prepare the barley (It will take about 45 minutes to cook).

Add the tomato, onion and marinade to the barley. Set aside.

Grill Steaks on medium heat coals for about 9 minutes, turning once. Season with salt and pepper. Serve over barley style tabbouleh.

*Slightly Altered Recipe from Beef, It's Whats For Dinner

Fillet of Chicken

Garlic Lemon Chicken

Great for Dieters. And if you like Lemon.

What you need:

4 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts (Thin would be best)

1-2 Tbsp Olive Oil

1-2 Tsp Garlic Salt

1 Lemon

Cook chicken in oil until brown and cooked through.

Sprinkle with garlic salt, and squeeze lemon juice over chicken.

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Almond Crusted Chicken with Honey Sauce

Almond Crusted Chicken with Honey Sauce

A Cook's Country Test Kitchen recipe that I served with Waffles. Oh Man. So Good.

( Amount given in parenthesis is for smaller serving size.)

What you Need:

1 Cup Finely Ground Almonds (1/2)

2 Cups Japanese Style Bread Crumbs ( These are what really make this work!) (1)

2 Large Eggs (1)

3 Tbsp Honey (1.5)

1/2 Cup Dijon ( I used Spicy Brown) , 6 Tbsp set aside. (1/4, 3)

8 Thin Boneless Chicken Breasts ( I used only 3, that's all I needed.)

Salt and Pepper

1/2 Cup Oil for Frying

* Optional : 1 Tbsp chopped chives


Combine Bread Crumbs and Almonds.

Mix together 6 (3) Tbsp mustard and honey ( add chives, if using). Set aside.

 In a separate bowl, beat egg and the rest of the mustard together.

Rinse and Dry chicken. Season with salt and pepper.

Dip in egg then in bread crumbs, let dry for about 5 minutes.

Heat oil over medium heat. Fry chicken in hot oil until brown on both sides.

Serve with Honey Mustard Sauce.

And Waffles. This is really good with Waffles!

Orange Marmalade Chicken

Orange Marmalade Chicken

A Picky Eater Version of a Swanson Broth Recipe. Still Yum!

What you need:

A Big Skillet. ( That's a Frying Pan)

3- 6 Boneless Chicken Breasts

1 Tbsp Butter or Margarine

1 14.5 Ounce Can of Broth

2 Tbsp Cornstarch

1/2 Cup Orange Marmalade ( or you could also use Apple Jelly, then it would be Apple Glazed Chicken! I might try that out later. If you do, please leave me a comment and let me know how it turned out! )

1 Tsp Lemon Juice

*Optional : Chopped Green Onions and Pecans as a garnish.

Cook chicken in butter for about 10 minutes or until brown on both sides, remove from pan and keep warm.

Mix together the broth, cornstarch, marmalade and lemon juice. Cook, stirring constantly until it starts to boil and thickens.

Add chicken.

Cook on low heat for about 5 minutes.

Spaghetti Sauce Gourmet

Gourmet Spaghetti Sauce

This is a  Bomb! Sauce inspired by a Town and Country recipe left on my screen door, years and years ago... Easy to make and so good!

What you need:

 

 

A large pot.

 

1 Pound Ground Beef

 

4 Sweet or Spicy Italian Sausage

 

1/2 Pound Sliced Fresh Mushrooms

 

2 Medium Sized Onions, chopped

 

3-4 Garlic Cloves, Minced

 

1 28 oz. Can Whole Tomatoes

 

2 Cans Tomato Paste

 

1 Tsp Each : Basil, Oregano and Rosemary

 

Brown Hamburger, drain off grease.

 

Add Chopped Onion, mushroom and garlic. Cook till onion is soft.

 

Add Whole tomatoes, un-drained and squished, the tomato paste plus 2 cans of water and the sausage.

 

Simmer for about 1 Hour.

 

 

 



Walnut Crusted Salmon

Walnut Crusted Salmon

 

 

This was a delightful Treat for those who don't like fish! I found this recipe in a Garnier Advertisement if you can believe that. Haha!

 

 

What you  need:

 

 

4 Salmon Fillets (It calls for skinless, but I just put the knit on the bottom!)

 

1/2 Cup Chopped Walnuts

 

2 Tblsp Dry Breadcrumbs, seasoned

 

1 Tblsp Lemon Zest

 

2 Tsp Olive Oil

 

1/4 Tsp Pepper

 

1/2 Tsp Salt

 

1 Tbsp Dijon Mustard ( I used spicy brown, is that the same or different? I don't know!)

 

1-2 Lemon, cut into wedges.

 

 

Line your baking sheet with nonstick foil ( I just lightly greased mine with olive oil)

 

Preheat oven to 425 Degrees

 

In food processor, pulse together the walnuts, breadcrumbs, lemon zest, salt, pepper and oil until "crumbly"

 

Place fish skin side down on baking sheet.

 

Brush tops with mustard, press walnut crumbs on top.

 

 

Bake about 15-18 Minutes

 

Serve with lemon. 

Grandma's Sunday Pot Roast

Pot Roast

 

 

 A very warm and comforting meal on a cold day, and the meat just melts in your mouth!

 

What you need:

 

About 2 pounds Beef Chuck

 

3-4 Large Potatoes, cut into bite size chunks

 

2-3 Large Carrots ( or you could use about half a bag of baby carrots), cut into bite size pieces

 

1 Large Onion, sliced

 

1/2 Cup Beef Broth

 

Salt and Pepper

 

1 Tsp Dried Rosemary

 

1/2 Tsp Dried Thyme

 

and

 

1-2 Bay Leaves ( I didn't use any, I don't like them... Haha)

 

Sprinkle Meat with salt and pepper and sear both sides till nice and brown.

 

Place onions on bottom of crock pot.

 

Place meat on top of onions.

 

Place Potatoes and carrots on top of meat, sprinkle with rosemary and thyme, add bay leaves(if using).

 

Pour broth over all.

 

Cover and cook on low for about 8-9 Hours, or until meat is looking like its falling apart!

 

Serve with pot juices.

 



 

Cabbage Soup

Cabbage Soup

This Smells Horrible! But It Tastes really Good! I googled the Cabbage Soup Diet that I have seen circulating around and found many different versions so, I can't say I followed the diet exactly, but I used this basic recipe because, well, it really does taste pretty good.

Warning: It will give you really stinky Gas!

What you need:

2 Large Onions (Alternative version calls for 6 Green)

3 Large Carrots

10-20 Ounces of Fresh Mushrooms

1 Bunch Celery

1 Head Cabbage

Low Sodium V-8 Juice

Spicy Dry Soup Mix ( also, an added option, you don't have to use it)

Chop vegetables into bite size chunks,  Put vegetables and soup mix in a Large Pot. Add about 6 Cups V-8 and about 6 Cups Water. Simmer for about an hour. Or until Vegetables are soft.

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No. I did not eat him.Yet.

Zesty Lime Chicken

Zesty Lime Chicken

The lime and cayenne in this Foster Farm inspired recipe really adds a PoP! of Great Flavor!

What you need:

1 Pack Whole Cut Up Chicken

2 Tsp Salt

2 Tsp Black Pepper

1/2 Tsp Cayenne Pepper

1 1/2 Cups Lime Juice

1 Cup Olive Oil

8 Cloves Minced Garlic

1/2 Cup chopped Fresh Cilantro ( I didn't have any, so I used the dried stuff)

First, mix together the salt and the peppers together and Rub all over the chicken.

Second, mix together the lime juice, oil, garlic and cilantro, save half for basting later, pour over chicken and marinate for at least two hours.

For the Grill: cook chicken on lightly greased grill over low to medium heat for about 20 minutes or until chicken is done.

I Broiled my chicken in the oven. Turning halfway through cooking.

California Chicken

California Chicken

Easy, Tasty, Healthy California Chicken brought to you via McCormick/Schilling recipe circa 1991!

What you need:

1 Pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast ( I used 3 breasts)

2 Tbsp Lemon Juice

1 Tbsp Olive Oil

1 Tbsp Water

2 Tsp Garlic Pepper

1/2 Tsp Onion Powder

1/2 Tsp Basil


Mix together all ingredients, Brush on the Chicken, Saute until chicken is cooked through and browned. About 20-30 Minutes depending on the size of your Breasts! Haha! Chicken Breasts that your cooking that is! Haha! O.K., this is just making me Laugh Uncontrollably! Breasts! Chicken Breasts! Baka Baka! Hahahahahaa!