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Beef and Cheese Manicotti
By rachel
Heat a heavy medium skillet over medium heat
- 4 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
- 1 pound ground beef
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 14 (8-ounce package) manicotti
- 1 (15-ounce) container whole-milk ricotta
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella
- 1 cup grated Parmesan
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 cups marinara sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces
Enchilada Casser-Ole!
By rachel
Packed with black beans, cheese, tomatoes and Southwest flavor, it's an impressive-looking entree that's as simple
- - 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
- - 1 large onion, chopped
- - 2 cups salsa
- - 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
- - 1/4 cup reduced-fat Italian salad dressing
- - 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium taco seasoning
- - 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- - 6 flour tortillas (8 inches)
- - 3/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
- - 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend
- - 1 cup shredded lettuce
- - 1 medium tomato, chopped
- - 1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Sandwiches
By rachel
I like to share this dish at potlucks because it can be made ahead, which I especially appreciate during the busy h...
- 1 boneless pork loin roast (4 pounds)
- 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth
- 1/3 cup plus 1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce, divided
- 1/3 cup plus 1/4 cup Louisiana-style hot sauce, divided
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1 cup molasses
- 1/2 cup prepared mustard
- 10 kaiser rolls, split
Stamp-of-Approval Spaghetti Sauce
By rachel
My father is very opinionated, especially about food
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 3/4 pound Johnsonville® Mild Ground Italian Sausage
- 4 medium onions, finely chopped
- 8 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 4 cans (6 ounces each) tomato paste
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 4 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon rubbed sage
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- Hot cooked spaghetti
Barbecue Pork and Penne Skillet
By rachel
I'm the proud mother of four wonderful and active children
- 1 package (16 ounces) penne pasta
- 1 cup chopped sweet red pepper
- 3/4 cup chopped onion
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 carton (18 ounces) refrigerated fully cooked barbecued shredded pork
- 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with mild green chilies, undrained
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1-1/4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
Sweet and Sour Meat Loaf
By rachel
My husband, Bob, and I like basic, hearty meat-and-potatoes meals
- 1-1/2 pounds ground beef
- 1 cup dry bread crumbs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon dried minced onion
- 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce, divided
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons prepared mustard
Tuna 'n' Pea Casserole
By rachel
Turn to this recipe when you want a tuna casserole that's a little different—the horseradish adds extra flavor
- 8 ounces uncooked egg noodles
- 2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup 2% milk
- 2 to 3 teaspoons prepared horseradish
- 1/2 teaspoon dill weed
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
- 1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
- 2 cans (6 ounces each) tuna, drained and flaked
- 1/4 cup dry bread crumbs
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
Banana Crumb Muffins
By rachel
Recipe by Lisa Kreft "The crumb topping is what makes these banana muffins stand apart from the ordinary
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 bananas, mashed
- 3/4 cup white sugar
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 1/3 cup butter, melted
- 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon butter
Award Winning Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies
By rachel
Recipe by Debbi Borsick "Everybody wants this recipe when I take them in for a carry-in
- 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 2 cups butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 2 (3.4 ounce) packages instant vanilla pudding mix
- 4 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 2 cups chopped walnuts (optional)
Banana Banana Bread
By rachel
Recipe by Shelley Albeluhn "Why compromise the banana flavor? This banana bread is moist and delicious with loads
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup butter
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas