Casseroles Posts

Try this recipe for Mexicali Skillet Pasta to create a delicious meal without bursting your budget!Ingredients:1 Tbsp oil1 large onion, chopped (1-1/2 cups)1 jar (16 oz) salsa1 cup marinara sauce1-2/3 cup water1 package (12 oz) frozen fully cooked meatballs**1-1/2 cups (6 oz) cavatappi pasta or elbow twists1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend** Could use your favorite recipe for meatballs using 1 l...

Cashew Rice -- The toasty taste of roasted cashews mingles with fresh garlic and chopped cilantro to make this the best fried rice ever!Ingredients: 1/4 cup salted, roasted cashews1 Tbsp oil1 onion, chopped, 1 cup2 cloves garlic, minced1/2 tsp salt1 cup uncooked rice1 can (14.5 oz) lower sodium chicken broth1 scallion, thinly sliced2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantroDirections:1. Heat large non-st...

Made this Yellow Squash Casserole for the first time today and my daughter, Cathy, really liked it. I think the tender squash, gooey cheese and crunchy crackers make this side dish a real favorite!Ingredients: 4 cups sliced yellow squash1/2 cup chopped onion35 buttery round crackers, crushed1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese2 eggs, beaten3/4 cup milk1/4 cup butter, melted1 teaspoon saltground black p...

Slow down for summer and fix this quick and easy recipe for Chili-Orange Chicken -- it's a snap to make, and the best part? You don't have to turn on the stove! Ingredients:  3/4 cup mild enchilada sauce 1/4 cup barbecue sauce 1 Tbsp chili powder 1 tsp ground cumin 4 bone-in chicken breasts (about 2-3/4 lb), skin removed, or 8 chicken drumsticks (about 2-1/2 lb), skin removed 3 Tbsp ...

Slow down for summer and fix this slow cooker recipe for Indian Lamb -- it's a snap to make, and the best part? You don't have to turn on the stove!  Ingredients: 1-1/2 lb lamb shoulder (cut for stew)1 jar (15 oz) Rogan Josh Curry Cooking Sauce2 bags (12 oz each) beans and carrots (or any Steam-in-Bag fresh vegetable medley)Directions:1. Put lamb and cooking sauce in a 3- to 4-quart slow c...

Slow down for summer and fix this slow cooker recipe for Brazilian Chicken Curry -- it's a snap to make, and the best part? You don't have to turn on the stove!  Ingredients: 3/4 cup coconut milk (not cream of coconut)2 Tbsp tomato paste1 Tbsp each minced garlic and fresh ginger1/2 tsp salt1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper1 medium Vidalia or sweet onion, thinly sliced2 bell peppers, cut into 1-i...

You'll like this recipe for Gemelli with Spicy Sausage & Spinach -- it's a fresh take when you add seasonal veggies and a dash of herbs to lighten up your favorite pastas.  Ingredients: 1 lb germelli pasta1 Tbsp olive oil1 small onion, chopped1 lb spicy Italian sausages, casings removed1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth1/2 cup heavy cream1/4 tsp ground nutmeg2 bags (5 to 6 oz eac...

Here's a shortcut-simple recipe for Great Baked Beans to make your cookout great. Use your favorite brand of storebought baked beans to make our extra-tasty version of this summertime staple!Note: No honey mustard in your pantry? Just use 3 Tbsp plain mustard and 1 Tbsp honey or brown sugar instead. Ingredients: 8 slices bacon1 large onion, chopped, 1-1/2 cups3 cloves garlic, minced1/2 tsp ...

You'll like this recipe for Mediterranean Pasta with Tomatoes and Arugula -- it's a fresh take when you add seasonal veggies and a dash of herbs to lighten up your favorite pastas. The whole-wheat pasta contains more fiber and is better nutritionally than regular pasta but the Kalamata olives increases the sodium in this recipe. Ingredients: 12 oz whole-wheat penne pasta2 Tbsp extra-v...

You'll like this recipe for Farfalle with Salmon and Mint -- it's a fresh take when you add fresh leeks and sliced mint to lighten up your favorite pasta. Ingredients: 12 oz farfalle pasta (often called bow-tie pasta)1 Tbsp butter1 large leek, white and light green part only, halved lengthwise, thinly sliced crosswise (2 cups)**1-1/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth1/4 tsp each salt ...