+LET'S SHARE RECIPES AND/OR TIPS FOR COOKING +

Noel
Noel Member Posts: 3,095 Member
edited August 2012 in Breast Cancer #1
We have done this before and got amazing and delicious recipes that we are still enjoying.

Let's do it again..share those recipes and any tips you might have for cooking.


Loved Linda's popcorn idea in the microwave.
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  • Alexis F
    Alexis F Member Posts: 3,598
    Hamburger Soup
    This is a hardy and easy to make soup. With Fall coming, I love to make soups!



    2 lbs. ground beef
    1/2 tsp. salt
    1/4 tsp. pepper
    1 tsp. oregano
    1 tsp. basil
    1 (2 ounce pkg.) of onion soup mix. You use both envelopes in the box.
    6 cups boiling water
    2 - 8 oz. cans tomato sauce
    1 tbsp. soy sauce
    1 can mixed vegetables
    1 cup elbow macaroni

    1. Brown meat, drain and rinse.
    2. Add all spices plus onion soup mix
    3. Stir in water, tomato sauce and soy sauce
    4. Cover and simmer 15 mins.
    5. Add vegetables, cook 30 mins.
    6. Add macaroni and cook 30 mins more.
    Add water or more tomato sauce (to taste)if necessary.
  • DianeBC
    DianeBC Member Posts: 3,881 Member
    Alexis F said:

    Hamburger Soup
    This is a hardy and easy to make soup. With Fall coming, I love to make soups!



    2 lbs. ground beef
    1/2 tsp. salt
    1/4 tsp. pepper
    1 tsp. oregano
    1 tsp. basil
    1 (2 ounce pkg.) of onion soup mix. You use both envelopes in the box.
    6 cups boiling water
    2 - 8 oz. cans tomato sauce
    1 tbsp. soy sauce
    1 can mixed vegetables
    1 cup elbow macaroni

    1. Brown meat, drain and rinse.
    2. Add all spices plus onion soup mix
    3. Stir in water, tomato sauce and soy sauce
    4. Cover and simmer 15 mins.
    5. Add vegetables, cook 30 mins.
    6. Add macaroni and cook 30 mins more.
    Add water or more tomato sauce (to taste)if necessary.

    I always loved this thread! Thanks for starting another one!
    Cheesy Potato Soup and Ham

    10 MEDIUM POTATOES
    1 CAN CREAM OF CHICKEN SOUP
    1/2 LB. VELVEETA CHEESE
    2 CUPS DICED HAM
    1 CAN CREAM OF CELERY SOUP
    16 OZ. SOUR CREAM
    2 MEDIUM ONIONS

    PEEL AND DICE POTATOES. CHOP ONION, COVER WITH WATER AND SIMMER TILL TENDER. DO NOT DRAIN, ADD SOUPS, SOUR CREAM, VELVEETA CHEESE AND HAM. SIMMER 15 MINUTES.

    THIS IS A TRADITION AT OUR HOME AT CHRISTMAS TIME. IT IS VERY GOOD AND VERY RICH! I THINK YOU WILL ENJOY IT!
  • VickiSam
    VickiSam Member Posts: 9,079 Member
    DianeBC said:

    I always loved this thread! Thanks for starting another one!
    Cheesy Potato Soup and Ham

    10 MEDIUM POTATOES
    1 CAN CREAM OF CHICKEN SOUP
    1/2 LB. VELVEETA CHEESE
    2 CUPS DICED HAM
    1 CAN CREAM OF CELERY SOUP
    16 OZ. SOUR CREAM
    2 MEDIUM ONIONS

    PEEL AND DICE POTATOES. CHOP ONION, COVER WITH WATER AND SIMMER TILL TENDER. DO NOT DRAIN, ADD SOUPS, SOUR CREAM, VELVEETA CHEESE AND HAM. SIMMER 15 MINUTES.

    THIS IS A TRADITION AT OUR HOME AT CHRISTMAS TIME. IT IS VERY GOOD AND VERY RICH! I THINK YOU WILL ENJOY IT!

    ... cool refreshing sweet .. pick me up
    It is still hot, as well as humid here in Southern/Northern California ..


    Freeze grapes -- medium colors are the best.

    I wash bunches, then cut them up and place in small baggies. After dinner, before
    bed when you have the urge for a sweet treat --- grab a bag out of the freeze and
    enjoy the sweetness of a frozen treat without the hundred of calories.


    Vicki Sam
  • laughs_a_lot
    laughs_a_lot Member Posts: 1,368 Member
    If you are inclined to home can foods
    You can make hamburger dill chips out of small zuchinni squash and no one can tell the difference between them and the pickle chips. Also larger zuchinni can be ground up and used for making relish. So if you have not planted enough pickles you now have an alternative. Just google up the recipies. People are always giving away zuchinni from thier garden.
  • carkris
    carkris Member Posts: 4,553 Member

    If you are inclined to home can foods
    You can make hamburger dill chips out of small zuchinni squash and no one can tell the difference between them and the pickle chips. Also larger zuchinni can be ground up and used for making relish. So if you have not planted enough pickles you now have an alternative. Just google up the recipies. People are always giving away zuchinni from thier garden.

    grilled peaches and blueberries.
    We grilled peaches and blueberries, added small amount of brown sugar and lemon juice on low to med heatfor 18-20 minutes, serve alone, with cool whip or ice cream etc... delish
  • Kylez
    Kylez Member Posts: 3,761 Member
    VickiSam said:

    ... cool refreshing sweet .. pick me up
    It is still hot, as well as humid here in Southern/Northern California ..


    Freeze grapes -- medium colors are the best.

    I wash bunches, then cut them up and place in small baggies. After dinner, before
    bed when you have the urge for a sweet treat --- grab a bag out of the freeze and
    enjoy the sweetness of a frozen treat without the hundred of calories.


    Vicki Sam

    I do this Vicki Sam and my
    I do this Vicki Sam and my husband and I love them!
  • pinkkari09
    pinkkari09 Member Posts: 877
    Super Bowl Cheeseball
    I know it's not super bowl time but this can be shaped any way you like.

    Super Bowl Party Cheeseball

    4oz jar of Old English Cheese Spread
    4oz jar of Olive and Pimento Spread
    8oz Cream Cheese
    Ritz Crackers
    Stick Pretzels

    Mix all 3 cheeses, chill them in order to make shaping easier
    You can roll this in some crushed ritz (crush finely) to make handling and shaping possible.
    Shape like a football on a large plate, this is super easy.
    Use your stick pretzels to make the laces :)

    This is the best Cheeseball recipe I've ever tried, mm mm good.

    Enjoy,
    Kari
  • TraciInLA
    TraciInLA Member Posts: 1,994 Member

    Super Bowl Cheeseball
    I know it's not super bowl time but this can be shaped any way you like.

    Super Bowl Party Cheeseball

    4oz jar of Old English Cheese Spread
    4oz jar of Olive and Pimento Spread
    8oz Cream Cheese
    Ritz Crackers
    Stick Pretzels

    Mix all 3 cheeses, chill them in order to make shaping easier
    You can roll this in some crushed ritz (crush finely) to make handling and shaping possible.
    Shape like a football on a large plate, this is super easy.
    Use your stick pretzels to make the laces :)

    This is the best Cheeseball recipe I've ever tried, mm mm good.

    Enjoy,
    Kari

    Our new favorite pesto recipe
    Our garden has been overflowing with basil this summer. I love pesto, but traditional Italian pesto is just a little too intense, too strong, for my taste.

    I found this recipe on allrecipes.com -- the addition of spinach and almonds makes it milder -- and healthier, too! I've been making it all summer -- this recipe makes a big batch of about 4 cups of pesto, because it freezes beautifully.

    Spinach Basil Pesto
    (adapted from recipe posted on allrecipes.com by Dianne)

    3 packed cups spinach leaves
    2 packed cups fresh basil
    1 cup toasted almonds
    1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
    8 cloves garlic
    1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
    2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
    1 cup extra virgin olive oil

    Whiz everything up together in a food processor. Taste, and add more lemon juice, pepper, or olive oil to your liking (don't let the strong raw garlic taste scare you -- it will mellow after a few hours in the fridge).

    Just made a batch of this for dinner tonight -- pasta with pesto and zucchini from our garden! We also love mixing leftover pesto with light mayonnaise for a sandwich spread or vegetable dip.

    Traci
  • Alexis F
    Alexis F Member Posts: 3,598
    carkris said:

    grilled peaches and blueberries.
    We grilled peaches and blueberries, added small amount of brown sugar and lemon juice on low to med heatfor 18-20 minutes, serve alone, with cool whip or ice cream etc... delish

    Pretzel Salad So good!
    PRETZEL SALAD

    1 1/4 CUP CRUSHED PRETZELS
    1/2 CUP SUGAR
    1/3 CUP OLEO, MELTED
    8 OZ. CREAM CHEESE
    1 ( 9 OZ ) CARTON COOL WHIP
    1/2 CUP POWDERED SUGAR
    2 SMALL PKG. STRAWBERRY JELLO
    2 CUP HOT WATER
    1 ( 16 OZ. ) PKG. FROZEN STRAWBERRIES, SWEETENED ( UNDRAINED AND UNTHAWED )
    1 CUP CRUSHED PINEAPPLE

    MIX FIRST 3 INGREDIENTS AND PUT INTO 9 X 13 INCH PAN. BAKE 10 MINUTES AT 350 DEGREES AND COOL.
    MIX TOGETHER THE NEXT 3 INGREDIENTS AND LAYER THEM OVER THE PRETZEL MIXTURE.
    MIX TOGETHER THE LAST 4 INGREDIENTS. WHEN PARTIALLY SET, POUR OVER CREAM CHEESE LAYER. REFRIGERATE AND ENJOY!
  • DebbyM
    DebbyM Member Posts: 3,289 Member

    Super Bowl Cheeseball
    I know it's not super bowl time but this can be shaped any way you like.

    Super Bowl Party Cheeseball

    4oz jar of Old English Cheese Spread
    4oz jar of Olive and Pimento Spread
    8oz Cream Cheese
    Ritz Crackers
    Stick Pretzels

    Mix all 3 cheeses, chill them in order to make shaping easier
    You can roll this in some crushed ritz (crush finely) to make handling and shaping possible.
    Shape like a football on a large plate, this is super easy.
    Use your stick pretzels to make the laces :)

    This is the best Cheeseball recipe I've ever tried, mm mm good.

    Enjoy,
    Kari

    Pasta Salad


    1 pound of pasta (any shape you desire, sea shells are the best)
    1 green pepper cut up into small pieces
    1 red pepper cut up into small pieces
    1 sweet onion cut up into small pieces
    celery cut up into small pieces
    package of cherry grape tomatoes (you could cut in half or use whole)
    3/4 cup of sugar
    1/4 cup of oil and vinegar
    can of tomato soup
    mix sugar, oil, vinegar and soup together
    cook pasta
    cut up veggies
    when pasta is cooked, mix everything together
    yummy!
  • Megan M
    Megan M Member Posts: 3,000

    Super Bowl Cheeseball
    I know it's not super bowl time but this can be shaped any way you like.

    Super Bowl Party Cheeseball

    4oz jar of Old English Cheese Spread
    4oz jar of Olive and Pimento Spread
    8oz Cream Cheese
    Ritz Crackers
    Stick Pretzels

    Mix all 3 cheeses, chill them in order to make shaping easier
    You can roll this in some crushed ritz (crush finely) to make handling and shaping possible.
    Shape like a football on a large plate, this is super easy.
    Use your stick pretzels to make the laces :)

    This is the best Cheeseball recipe I've ever tried, mm mm good.

    Enjoy,
    Kari

    I am not waiting for the
    I am not waiting for the Super Bowl for this recipe Kari. I am trying it this weekend!


    Thanks,

    Megan
  • survivorbc09
    survivorbc09 Member Posts: 4,374 Member

    Super Bowl Cheeseball
    I know it's not super bowl time but this can be shaped any way you like.

    Super Bowl Party Cheeseball

    4oz jar of Old English Cheese Spread
    4oz jar of Olive and Pimento Spread
    8oz Cream Cheese
    Ritz Crackers
    Stick Pretzels

    Mix all 3 cheeses, chill them in order to make shaping easier
    You can roll this in some crushed ritz (crush finely) to make handling and shaping possible.
    Shape like a football on a large plate, this is super easy.
    Use your stick pretzels to make the laces :)

    This is the best Cheeseball recipe I've ever tried, mm mm good.

    Enjoy,
    Kari

    VickiSam should like this for her football! LOL
    Tailgater's Chili

    2 LB ROUND STEAK, CUT INTO 1/2 INCH PIECES
    1 ( 20 OZ. ) CAN KIDNEY BEANS, DRAINED
    3 TBSP. CHOPPED GREEN CHILIES

    MIX TOGETHER. ADD TO ABOVE:

    1 ENVELOPE DRY ONION SOUP
    1 ( 8 OZ. ) CAN TOMATO SAUCE
    1 CAN OF BEER
    1 1/2 TSP. CHILI POWDER

    MIX ALL OF THE ABOVE TOGETHER AND BAKE 1 1/2 HOURS AT 350. REMOVE FROM OVEN.

    MIX 1 PACKAGE OF CORN BREAD MIX AS DIRECTED, ADDING 1 CUP SHREDDED CHEDDAR CHEESE. BAKE AN ADDITIONAL 25 MINUTES OR UNTIL BROWN.
  • DianeBC
    DianeBC Member Posts: 3,881 Member
    Kylez said:

    I do this Vicki Sam and my
    I do this Vicki Sam and my husband and I love them!

    CHICKEN TETRAZINNI
    CHICKEN TETRAZINNI

    4 CUPS COOKED CHICKEN
    3 TBSP. OLEO, MELTED
    1 CUP CHOPPED CELERY
    CHOPPED BROCCOLI ( OPTIONAL )
    1 - 4 OZ. CAN SLICED MUSHROOMS
    3/4 CUP MILK
    1 LB. SHREDDED CHEDDAR CHEESE
    1 - 7 OZ. PKG. SPAGHETTI COOKED IN CHICKEN BROTH ( WELL DRAINED )
    1 CUP DICED GREEN PEPPER
    1 - 2 OZ. CAN DICED PIMENTO
    2 CANS CREAM OF MUSHROOM SOUP

    SAUTE IN OLEO THE CELERY, GREEN PEPPER AND BROCCOLI. MIX ALL TOGETHER EXCEPT THE CHEESE. BAKE AT 350 DEGREES FOR 30 TO 40 MINUTES IN A 9 X 13 DISH. SPRINKLE CHEESE ON FOR LAST FEW MINUTES OF BAKING TIME. FIX AHEAD AND BAKE LATER.
  • Noel
    Noel Member Posts: 3,095 Member
    TraciInLA said:

    Our new favorite pesto recipe
    Our garden has been overflowing with basil this summer. I love pesto, but traditional Italian pesto is just a little too intense, too strong, for my taste.

    I found this recipe on allrecipes.com -- the addition of spinach and almonds makes it milder -- and healthier, too! I've been making it all summer -- this recipe makes a big batch of about 4 cups of pesto, because it freezes beautifully.

    Spinach Basil Pesto
    (adapted from recipe posted on allrecipes.com by Dianne)

    3 packed cups spinach leaves
    2 packed cups fresh basil
    1 cup toasted almonds
    1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
    8 cloves garlic
    1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
    2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
    1 cup extra virgin olive oil

    Whiz everything up together in a food processor. Taste, and add more lemon juice, pepper, or olive oil to your liking (don't let the strong raw garlic taste scare you -- it will mellow after a few hours in the fridge).

    Just made a batch of this for dinner tonight -- pasta with pesto and zucchini from our garden! We also love mixing leftover pesto with light mayonnaise for a sandwich spread or vegetable dip.

    Traci

    Traci, can I come over? lol

    Traci, can I come over? lol
  • jnl
    jnl Member Posts: 3,869 Member

    Super Bowl Cheeseball
    I know it's not super bowl time but this can be shaped any way you like.

    Super Bowl Party Cheeseball

    4oz jar of Old English Cheese Spread
    4oz jar of Olive and Pimento Spread
    8oz Cream Cheese
    Ritz Crackers
    Stick Pretzels

    Mix all 3 cheeses, chill them in order to make shaping easier
    You can roll this in some crushed ritz (crush finely) to make handling and shaping possible.
    Shape like a football on a large plate, this is super easy.
    Use your stick pretzels to make the laces :)

    This is the best Cheeseball recipe I've ever tried, mm mm good.

    Enjoy,
    Kari

    Simple but good!
    Barbecue

    1 1/2 lb hamburger
    1/2 cup onion
    1 cup catsup
    2 Tablespoons sugar
    1 cup celery
    2 Tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
    1 Tablespoon mustard
    2 Tablespoons vinegar

    Cook together hamburger, celery and onion until done. Drain. Add remaining ingredients. Simmer about 5 minutes. Serve on big hamburger buns. We add a slice of American cheese on top and put it in the microwave for just a few seconds to just melt the cheese a little.
  • Angie2U
    Angie2U Member Posts: 2,991

    If you are inclined to home can foods
    You can make hamburger dill chips out of small zuchinni squash and no one can tell the difference between them and the pickle chips. Also larger zuchinni can be ground up and used for making relish. So if you have not planted enough pickles you now have an alternative. Just google up the recipies. People are always giving away zuchinni from thier garden.

    I've got my printer going!
    I've got my printer going! LOL Thanks for these great recipes!
  • survivorbc09
    survivorbc09 Member Posts: 4,374 Member
    jnl said:

    Simple but good!
    Barbecue

    1 1/2 lb hamburger
    1/2 cup onion
    1 cup catsup
    2 Tablespoons sugar
    1 cup celery
    2 Tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
    1 Tablespoon mustard
    2 Tablespoons vinegar

    Cook together hamburger, celery and onion until done. Drain. Add remaining ingredients. Simmer about 5 minutes. Serve on big hamburger buns. We add a slice of American cheese on top and put it in the microwave for just a few seconds to just melt the cheese a little.

    Cherry Salad - Very Easy


    1 can crushed pineapple, drained
    1 can cherry pie filling
    1 can condensed milk
    1 container cool whip

    Drain pineapple well. In a large bowl mix pineapple, cherry pie filling, Cool Whip and condensed milk, folding together gently. Chill and serve!
  • teresa41
    teresa41 Member Posts: 471

    Cherry Salad - Very Easy


    1 can crushed pineapple, drained
    1 can cherry pie filling
    1 can condensed milk
    1 container cool whip

    Drain pineapple well. In a large bowl mix pineapple, cherry pie filling, Cool Whip and condensed milk, folding together gently. Chill and serve!

    soooo good
    I have made the barbecue and the cheese potato soup so far and they were sooo good



    Thanks for sharing

    Teresa
  • Angie2U
    Angie2U Member Posts: 2,991
    teresa41 said:

    soooo good
    I have made the barbecue and the cheese potato soup so far and they were sooo good



    Thanks for sharing

    Teresa

    Cheese Potatoes


    1 ( 2 lb ) package frozen hash browns
    1 cup chopped green onion
    1 pint sour cream
    1 teaspoon salt
    1 can of cream of chicken soup
    1 stick oleo
    8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese

    Make sure potatoes are thawed. Bake uncovered at 325 degrees for 1 hour. This is a great dish to take to a potluck. You can just keep it in a crock pot so it will stay warm.
  • DebbyM
    DebbyM Member Posts: 3,289 Member
    Angie2U said:

    Cheese Potatoes


    1 ( 2 lb ) package frozen hash browns
    1 cup chopped green onion
    1 pint sour cream
    1 teaspoon salt
    1 can of cream of chicken soup
    1 stick oleo
    8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese

    Make sure potatoes are thawed. Bake uncovered at 325 degrees for 1 hour. This is a great dish to take to a potluck. You can just keep it in a crock pot so it will stay warm.

    These potatoes sound good
    These potatoes sound good and very easy to make. We've got a family get together this weekend, so, I think I will make these. Thanks!