Broccoli & Potato Chowder

feeds@yuku.com (freebiefix) — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 10:33:03 GMT

1 1/4 lbs broccoli
1/2 lb potato, red, unpeeled, diced
1 onion, small, chopped
3/4 cup chicken broth
3/4 cup water
2 cups low-fat milk (1%)
1/4 cup flour
1/2 teaspoon tarragon
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, fresnly ground
3 ounces monterey jack cheese, shredded
1/2 cup red bell pepper, minced

In large saucepan, combine broccoli, potato, onion & diluted broth.
Cover & bring to...

Cuban-Style Oven-Roasted Pork

feeds@yuku.com (freebiefix) — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 11:08:08 GMT

Pork and Brine
1 (7-8 lb) pork shoulder, bone-in skin-on
3 cups sugar
2 cups table salt
2 medium head garlic, unpeeled cloves separated and crushed
4 cups orange juice

Garlic-Citrus Paste
12 medium garlic cloves, peeled and coarsely chopped (about 1/4 cup)
2 tablespoons ground cumin
2 tablespoons dried oregano
1 tablespoon table salt
1 1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper
6 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons distilled...

Green Chili Tuna Sandwiches/Paninis

feeds@yuku.com (freebiefix) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 08:57:39 GMT

7 ounces tuna, drained
1/3 cup green chilies, chopped (canned is ok)
2 tablespoons onions, finely chopped
1/3 cup sour cream
1/2 cup swiss cheese, grated
8 slices bread (rye preferred)
butter

Combine first five ingredients adn spread on four slices bread. Assemble sandwiches.
Spread butter on outer surfaces and grill until golden.

Tombstone Contest

feeds@yuku.com (billybob) — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:42:06 GMT

Halloween was great this year! So many fun costumes this past weekend. Who wore what here? Have any of you heard about our Hallow-Fame Photo contest from Tombstone Pizza? You can upload a pic of yourself, your kids, or even your pet (in costume) for a chance to win some really cool prizes. Here's our link:

Stir Fried Spicy Cabbage

feeds@yuku.com (freebiefix) — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 08:53:44 GMT

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/4-1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon sesame seed
1 teaspoon fresh ginger (1 teaspoon grated)
3 garlic cloves (1 tablespoon)
8 cups shredded cabbage
1/2 red bell pepper, rough chopped
4 scallions, sliced
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon soy sauce

Garnish
1/2 teaspoon hoisin sauce (to taste)
1 scallion, sliced thin
sesame seed, toasted

In a large hot pan...

French Onion Chicken

feeds@yuku.com (freebiefix) — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 09:04:36 GMT

1 (6 ounce) box Stove Top stuffing mix (chicken flavor)
1 (8 ounce) carton French onion dip
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
2 cups cooked chicken, in bite size pieces

Prepare the stuffing according to the package directions.
In a separate bowl mix the remaining ingredients and place in large casserole dish.
Spoon the prepared stuffing over the top and bake in a 350°F oven for 25 minutes.

Low-Carb Deep Dish Pizza

feeds@yuku.com (freebiefix) — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 08:01:16 GMT

4 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 eggs
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon oregano or italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
8 ounces Italian cheese blend or mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/4 cup pizza sauce
4 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded
garlic powder, to sprinkle on top
assorted pizza toppings (pepperoni, ham, sausage, 4 ounce can mushrooms, green peppers, bacon, ground beef, etc.)

In a medium bowl, whisk cream cheese until...

Irish Pub Beef Stew

feeds@yuku.com (freebiefix) — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 08:23:11 GMT

1 1/2 lbs beef, cut into chunks (splurge on the cut if you can)
1/4 cup butter
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can tomato soup
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can water
4 carrots, cut into chunks
4 large potatoes, cut into chunks
2 stalks celery, cut into chunks
4 onions, cut into chunks
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped fine
1/4 cup good quality cooking sherry
2 bay leaves

Preheat oven to 300F degrees.
In a...

Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

feeds@yuku.com (freebiefix) — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 08:44:13 GMT

1 1/2 cups pumpkin seeds
2 teaspoons melted butter or melted oil (olive oil or vegetable oil work well)
salt
garlic powder (optional)
cayenne pepper (optional)
seasoning salt (optional)
cajun seasoning (optional)

Preheat oven to 300° F.
While it's OK to leave some strings and pulp on your seeds (it adds flavor) clean off any major chunks.
Toss pumpkin seeds in a bowl with the melted butter or oil and seasonings of your choice.
Spread...

Spinach-Beef Spaghetti Pie

feeds@yuku.com (freebiefix) — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 08:44:13 GMT

6 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/3 cup parmesan cheese
1 lb ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1 (14 ounce) jar meatless sauce
1 teaspoon creole seasoning
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (10 ounce) package frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Cook...

Fried Grits Patties

feeds@yuku.com (freebiefix) — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 08:38:35 GMT

1 1/2 cups grits
5 cups water
3 tablespoons butter
salt (to taste)
1/2 cup andouille sausage, finely diced
4 tablespoons cheddar cheese, shredded
1 tablespoon black pepper
1/4 cup oil
1 cup flour
1 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs

Egg wash:
1 egg
3/4 cup milk

In one quart sauce pot bring water to rolling boil. Add butter and salt. Fold in grits and reduce heat to simmer. Cook until grits are tender stirring...

Spicy Party Meatballs

feeds@yuku.com (freebiefix) — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 08:24:24 GMT

1 (12 ounce) jar seafood cocktail sauce
1 (10 1/2 ounce) jar jalapeno jelly
1/2 small sweet onion, minced
1/2 (3 lb) package frozen meatballs, cooked

Cook first 3 ingredients in a Dutch oven over medium heat, stirring until jelly melts and mixture is smooth.
Stir in meatballs. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, 35-40 minutes, or until thoroughly heated.
** Can also serve over rice as an entree.

Bite-Size Chili Relleno Squares

feeds@yuku.com (freebiefix) — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 08:16:51 GMT

3 cups shredded monterey jack cheese
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 (4 ounce) cans chopped green chilies
2 eggs
2 tablespoons milk
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

Place half the cheeses in a greased 8 inch baking pan.
sprinkle with chilies and remaining Cheeses
in a bowl beat the eggs add the milk and flour.
pour over cheese.
bake at 375 for 30 minutes cut into small squares.

Bloodshot Eyeball Treats

feeds@yuku.com (freebiefix) — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 08:52:54 GMT

2 cups confectioners' sugar, divided
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
3 tablespoons butter, softened
1/2 lb white candy coating (white chocolate)
24 brown Reese's pieces or brown M&M's

Icing:
1 tablespoon water
1/4-1/2 teaspoon red food coloring
confectioners' sugar, to right consistency for piping

In a small mixing bowl, combine the confectioners sugar, peanut butter, and butter.
Shape into 1" balls, and place on...

Crockpot Chicken & Angel Hair Pasta

feeds@yuku.com (freebiefix) — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 08:43:48 GMT

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite size pieces
1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelope onion soup mix
3 cups water
1 tablespoon minced garlic
8 ounces fresh sliced mushrooms
1 (8 ounce) container fat free or regular sour cream
2 tablespoons chopped chives
8 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta

Spray crock pot with Pam.
Mix chicken, onion soup mix, water, garlic, mushrooms, sour cream and chives in crockpot.
Cover and cook on low for 4-6...

Chicken & Black Bean Enchiladas w/Sour Cream Sauce

feeds@yuku.com (freebiefix) — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 08:26:21 GMT

1 chicken breast, cooked
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 1/2 cups shredded cheese
1 (36 count) package corn tortillas
1 1/2 cups sour cream
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons flour
2 cups chicken broth
1 onion, diced
1 green pepper, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
cumin, to taste
dried chipotle powder, to taste
salt and pepper, to taste

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Melt butter in a stock pot....

Country-Style Chicken Kiev

feeds@yuku.com (freebiefix) — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 08:28:20 GMT

2/3 c. butter
2 tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp. basil
1 tsp. oregano
4 chicken breasts, skinned
1/4 c. chopped onion
1/2 c. fine dry seasoned bread crumbs
1/2 tsp. garlic salt
1/4 c. apple juice
1/4 c. chopped parsley

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Melt butter.
Combine bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, basil, oregano and garlic salt.
Dip chicken breasts in melted butter, then roll in crumbs to coat.
Place meat side up in...

Pork Tenderloin with Balsamic-Cranberry Sauce

feeds@yuku.com (freebiefix) — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 08:17:04 GMT

1 1/2 tablespoons butter
1 (8-10 ounce) pork tenderloins
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/3 cup canned whole berry cranberry sauce
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

Preheat oven to 450°F.
Melt 1/2 tablespoon butter in heavy large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat.
Sprinkle pork with salt and pepper.
Sear pork on all sides, about 2 minutes.
Place skillet with pork in oven.
...

Spooky Eyeballs

feeds@yuku.com (freebiefix) — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:47:26 GMT

5 hard-boiled eggs
4 ounces cream cheese
10 pimento stuffed olives
red food coloring

Cut the eggs in half and scoop out the yolks.
In a bowl mash the yolks with the cream cheese.
Fill the eggs with the cream cheese mixture and push an olive into the middle of each one.
Dip a wooden toothpick into the foodcolouring and draw bloodshot veins onto the cheese mixture, running from the olive to the outside.

Hearty Tuscan White Bean Soup

feeds@yuku.com (freebiefix) — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 09:48:24 GMT

1/4 cup olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 carrots, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1 bay leaf
3 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
2 (15 ounce) cans white beans, any variety
1 (10 ounce) packaged frozen chopped spinach, thawed
3/4 cup macaroni, uncooked
salt and pepper
grated parmesan cheese, and or pecorino romano cheese, to serve

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