In a medium bowl, combine the garlic, wine, broth, oil, salt & red pepper flakes.
Add the shrimp & toss to coat. Set aside to marinate for about 5 minutes.
Lightly grease a non-stick skillet & warm over medium/high heat. Add the bell pepper & cook for 1 min to soften slightly
Add the shrimp or cut chicken & all but 1 Tbs of the marinade. Cook for 2
min Turn the shrimp over shrimp or cut chicken are done. In a cup, dissolve the cornstarch in the remaining marinade.
Push the meat to one side of the skillet & stir the cornstarch into the sauce in the center of the skillet.
Cook for 1 min until the sauce is slightly thickened. Mix well & serve immediately.
1 Lb Cooked Chicken or Turkey Breast, Chopped or cubed
small, or 1 can Light Tuna in water
1 Stalk Celery, Chopped finely
1/2 Onion, Chopped finely
A few Dashes Black Pepper for taste
Mayonnaise, 1-2 cups, Depending on preference
1 Head Lettuce, Broken for Salad
1 Carrot, shredded
1 Tomato, Cut in wedges then halved
2 Eggs, boiled and quartered
In large bowl combine lettuce, carrot,
tomato and eggs, toss well. In Separate bowl, combine
remaining ingredients and stir until well blended.
Refrigerate until ready to serve. Serve a scoop of ham
mix over individual salads.
2 carrots, sliced or 4 ounces frozen or small can **
4 ounces fresh or frozen peas or small can **
12 ounces uncooked egg noodles or 2 cups uncooked rice
Rinse chicken well. Place chicken in very large pot and fill with
water. Add chicken, celery, garlic, onion, bullion and some salt . Put on
stove on high until boil, reduce to low and slow simmer for 2-3 hours
refilling water as needed. Add carrots and peas if they are fresh or
frozen. Leaving pot on slow simmer, carefully take chicken out 1 piece at
a time. Remove skin and pick meat off bone. Return meat to pot. Do this
until all chicken pieces have been done. Taste broth to see if more salt
is needed and add it to desired taste. (if using canned veggies, put in
now). Bring to a boil again, put in noodles or rice, cover tightly and remove from
heat. Allow to sit 10 - 15 minutes to cook noodles or rice. Serve piping hot with
crackers.
* 1 breast, 1 wing, 1 drum, and 1 thigh. Alternately, you can use 2
breasts and wings or, 2 drums and thighs. This must be bone in and skin
on.
** Carrots and peas are optional, however, they add a nice color to the
soup without adding any unwanted flavor.
Skewer meat chunks &
veggies in pattern, rinse kabobs in cold water and dip
in breading. Place kabobs in large skillet with hot oil
and cook, turning occasionally, until meat runs clear
and veggies are soft.
I have 2 variations of this family favorite, One with packaged
fettuccini Alfredo, and one with jar Alfredo
sauce.
Stir-in ideas include, but not limited to: Chicken,
Broccoli, Shrimp, Turkey, Carrots, Cauliflower, Lobster, Crab Meat, Etc.
From the Package:
2 Packages Fettuccini Alfredo
1 Cup Milk
1/2 stick butter, (I think)
Water
From the Jar:
Salt
1 Lb Package egg noodles
1 Jar Alfredo Sauce
From
the Package
Make Fettuccini Alfredo according to package
directions except add the chicken and broccoli in the
beginning.
From
the Jar
In large pot, fill with water, add salt to taste,
and bring to a boil. Add egg noodles and broccoli and
cook according to noodle directions. Drain and add sauce
and chicken. Reheat in microwave if necessary.
In wok or large deep skillet, heat oil
and add beef. Stir fry until just a little pink. Add broccoli,
onion and soy sauce and continue to stir-fry 5 more minutes or
until meat is done, which ever is longer. Add gravy, mix well
and serve over plain white rice, fried rice, fried noodles or
lo-mien noodles.
1 Lb Chicken Breast, Pork, Shrimp or beef, sliced thin
1 Bell Pepper, Sliced (Optional)
1 Onion, Sliced (Optional)
6 Oz Snap Peas (Optional)
1 Can baby corn (Optional)
6 Oz Broccoli (Optional)
1 Can Sliced Water Chestnuts
1 Can Bamboo Shoots6 Oz Bean Sprouts, or 1 can
1 Carrot, shredded or sliced thin
2 Stalks Celery, chopped
3 Green Onion (Scallions) chopped
Mushrooms, sliced
4-8 Tbs Soy Sauce (Kikkoman is the best)
In wok or large deep skillet, heat oil and
add veggies and soy sauce and stir-fry 5-10 minutes or
until veggies are done to your liking. Serve over plain
white rice, fried rice, fried noodles or lo-mien
noodles.
1Lb Cooked Chicken, Beef, Pork, or Shrimp (Optional) **
Wok Oil for Cooking
First, put first 4 ingredients in a
microwave rice cooker or microwave pressure cooker. Seal
lid and microwave on high 20 minutes. Let stand 5
minutes more. (Or read directions on cookers)
Scramble 2 eggs in a bowl while
heating oil and 1 tsp soy sauce in a large deep skillet or wok
over medium high heat. Pour egg into hot pan, then 1/2 veggies,
1/2 meat (optional) and finally 1/2 rice. Stir using spatula
until egg is all cooked and no longer runny. Remove to a Large
serving bowl and repeat to finish the other half. Serve hot as a
stand alone meal or a side dish.
* Veggies can be changed to include those you like and
exclude those you don't. Suggestions are Peas, Onions, Broccoli,
Water Chestnuts, Bamboo Shoots, Baby Corn, Green Peppers, etc.
**Cooked chicken, cooked pork or cooked beef may be added to
complete this dish as a meal.
1 lb ground beef, 1 lb chicken
sliced thin, or 1 cup shredded colby,
cheddar and monterey jack cheeses
1 - 2 Cans refried beans
1 tablespoon minced garlic (Optional)
Onion powder or 1/2 cup chopped onions
(Optional)
Salt and Pepper
One 4 1/2 ounce can chopped green
chilies (Optional)
Two 10 ounce cans enchilada sauce
Corn tortillas
2 cups shredded Colby, cheddar
and Monterey jack cheeses
If not using meat, heat 2 cans refried
beans then stir in 1 cup shredded cheese and 2 Tbs enchilada
sauce. If using meat, cook meat with onions or
powder, garlic, salt, pepper and the green chilies until
meat is no longer pink, drain off fat and add 1 can
refried beans and heat thoroughly. Add just enough
enchilada sauce to bind mixture together. Heat corn
tortillas either by dipping one at a time into simmering
water to soften (only takes a minute or two), or place 4
at a time between wet paper towels and microwave 40
seconds on high. You may either dip the tortillas in the
sauce or not (I prefer dipping since its the sauce that
makes the dish). Place 1 TBS of the mixture off center
on the tortilla. Roll tortilla firmly in greased baking
pan. Continue
until all the mixture is gone. Pour
remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled enchiladas making sure
to cover the entire pan. Bake for 10 minutes at 400 degrees;
then add the Cheeses and bake 10 minutes more for a total of 20
minutes. Serve with chips or salad.
1 Lb sliced Beef (Sirloin works best) or Boneless,
Skinless Chicken breast
Green Peppers, sliced
Onions, sliced
Fajita seasoning pack
1 Cup Water
8-10 Soft Flour Tortilla shells
Sour Cream (Optional)
Chopped Tomatoes (Optional)
Shredded Cheese
If not using meat, use more peppers
and onions. Cook beef & veggies in large skillet until meat
is no longer pink and veggies are slightly soft. Add Fajita mix
and water and cook according to package directions. Heat
tortillas by placing 4 at a time between wet paper towels and
microwave 40 seconds on high. Place in soft warm flour tortilla
shells and sprinkle with tomatoes, sour cream and cheese if
desired.
If not using meat, heat refried beans, mix in some shredded
cheese and stir in seasoning packet. In large skillet, brown
hamburger and follow directions on seasoning pack. Now add
refried beans and continue to cook until heated through. Heat
tortillas by placing 4 at a time between wet paper towels and
microwave 40 seconds on high. Fill, roll and enjoy!
1 Lb Hamburger, chopped or ground chicken, turkey, or 1
can refried beans
1 Packet Taco Seasoning
10-12 Soft or Hard Taco Shells
1/2 Head Lettuce, shredded (Optional)
1-2 Tomatoes, chopped (Optional)
1/2 Onion, chopped (Optional)
1/2 Bell Pepper, chopped (Optional)
6-8 oz Shredded Cheddar Cheese (Optional)
Taco Sauce (Optional)
Sour Cream (Optional)
If not using meat, fallow directions on taco package with out
the meat. Stir in refried beans and heat through. If using meat,
in large skillet, brown meat and follow directions on seasoning
pack. If using hard shells, dip each in very warm water, lay on
cookie sheet and heat in 350° oven for 10 minutes. If using
soft shells, place 4 at a time between wet paper towels and
microwave 40 seconds on high. Fill and enjoy!
1 1/2 Lbs Boneless Veal (Steak), Boneless, Skinless
Chicken Breast (or Tenderloins), or *Italian Breaded Veal or
chicken patties
Batter or Breading Mix (If using veal steak or boneless
chicken)
Oil for Frying (If using veal steak or boneless chicken)
1 Lb Rotini, cooked and drained
1 Tomato, sliced thin
1 Jar or Can Spaghetti Sauce mixed with 3/4 Cup Water
1/2 Lb Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
Parmesan Cheese
* If using Italian breaded veal patties, simply thaw.
Carefully pound meat with mallet. Cut if very large pieces.
Rinse in cold water. Dip meat in breading or batter and let sit
in single layer on plate for a few minutes. Place meat pieces, 1
or 2 at a time, in hot oil and cook until meat floats in
indicating doneness.
Mix Rotini, 3/4 sauce mix, half the mozzarella cheese and
some parmesan cheese together and spread in oblong baking dish.
Lay tomato slices over top then cooked veal steak pieces or
patties over them. Spread the rest of the sauce mix over top.
Sprinkle parmesan and the rest of the mozzarella cheese on top
and cook in a 375° oven for 30 minutes or until hot throughout
and cheese is bubbly.
Awesome served with a little tossed salad and garlic bread!
Heat olive oil in large, deep skillet. Add chicken and allow to
cook for 5 minutes over medium high heat with lid on. Add peppers,
onions, garlic, sauce and water. Put lid back on and continue to
cook over medium low or low heat, stirring or turning every so
often, for about 1 1/2 hours or until chicken is done, which ever
takes longer. Serve chicken and sauce over hot cooked pasta.
Mix well cream soups and milk in large mixing bowl. Spread rice
in oblong baking dish. pour most of the soup mix over rice, making
poke holes if and where needed. Place chicken on top and pour the
rest of the soup mix over chicken. Bake in 350° oven for 1 hour
or until chicken, when poked, runs clear indicating doneness.
Serve with tossed salad to square off the meal!
3 cups cooked white rice, Alternately you can use
Cooked Pasta
2 cups cooked, chopped chicken or Turkey
1 (10 ounce) package frozen broccoli, thawed
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 (7 ounce) package whole wheat crackers, crushed
3 tablespoons butter, melted
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
In a saucepan bring 2 cups water to a boil. Add rice and stir.
Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
In a 9x13 inch baking dish combine chicken, broccoli, cheese and
cooked rice.
In a small bowl combine crushed crackers and melted butter. Spread
over rice mixture.
Bake in preheated oven for 20 to 30 minutes, or until crackers are
crispy.
Place bones and meat in very large pot
and fill with water. Add turkey meat, celery, garlic, onion,
bullion and some salt. Cook on high until boil, reduce to low and
slow simmer for 2-3 hours refilling water as needed. Add potatoes,
carrots and peas if they are fresh or frozen. Leaving pot on slow
simmer, carefully take turkey carcass and bones out and pick meat
off. Return meat to pot. Taste broth to see if more salt is needed
and add it to desired taste. (if using canned veggies, put in
now). Slow simmer until veggies are done. Remove from heat. Mix
cornstarch and cold water until well blended and stir into pot
slowly to thicken. Let cool a little before serving.
* 1 breast, 1 wing, 1 drum, and 1 thigh. Alternately,
you can use 2 breasts and wings or, 2 drums and thighs. This must
be bone in and skin on.
Pot
Pie: I like to have enough
crust to line inside as well as top outside of large
casserole bowl
Biscuit mix for crust: Bisquick or
another brand baking mix and water or milk for biscuit
batter. Prepare according to directions.
Biscuit mix for crust, Homemade: 2 Cups flour,
1/2 Tsp salt, 4 Tsp baking powder, 1 Tbs sugar, 1/2 cup
shortening or margarine, 2/3 cup milk. Mix dry ingredients
in large mixing bowl. Cut shortening in and blend until
looks like coarse meal. Add milk and stir just until dough
forms around fork. Turn dough onto lightly floured surface
and need 14 times. Pat or roll 1/2 inch thick or slightly
thinner.
Omit Corn Starch from stew recipe. Remove from
heat and allow to cool 15-30 minutes. Now is a good time to begin
to prepare biscuit mix. Line inside of large and tall bowl with
layer of biscuit mix like a pie, if desired. Pour in stew and
cover with biscuit mix, like a pie top. Seal to sides and cut
slits in top. Cook in 425° oven 25-30 minutes or until crust is
nicely browned.
Dumplings:
I usually double the recipe on the Bisquick Box
Dumpling Batter: Bisquick or another
brand baking mix and water or milk for dumpling batter.
Prepare according to directions.
*Homemade: 1 Cup flour, 2 Tsp baking powder, 3/4
Tsp Salt, 1 Egg well beaten, 2 Tbs Melted butter or
margarine, 1/3 cup milk. Mix flour, baking powder and salt
in large mixing bowl. In separate bowl, lightly beat egg,
melted butter and milk together. Stir into flour mix to
make a stiff batter.
Omit Corn Starch from stew recipe. Drop
dumplings in boiling stew by rounded teaspoons. Reduce heat to
slow simmer, cover and cook 20 minutes, (or as directed on
dumpling package)
In large deep skillet or wok, stir fry
shrimp, peppers and onions until meat is no longer pink.
Remove from heat. Stir in pineapples, ketchup, sugar,
water, vinegar and soy sauce. Stir frequently over medium
heat just until the boil point. Remove from heat and stir
in cornstarch mixture until thickened. Serve over plain
white rice, fried rice, fried noodles or lo-mien noodles.
thyme, oregano, rosemary, basil, sage, garlic
powder, ground black pepper, to taste
Cut a 1/2-inch slice from the top of each
tomato; discard tops. Scoop out pulp; squeeze juice out. Season
insides of tomatoes with salt and pepper, turn upside down on paper
towels and set aside. In a medium skillet cook garlic,
vegetables and any meat, if desired, in margarine
for 2-5 minutes or until slightly tender and meat is fully cooked.
Chop pulp and mix all ingredients. Spoon mixture into tomatoes
packing them tightly. Sprinkle cheese or other topping if desired.
Arrange stuffed tomatoes in a baking dish with a little water in the
bottom and bake covered or uncovered at 350° for 20-35 minutes or
until until tomatoes are cooked and tender and stuffing is hot.
Optionally, you can use lemon-pepper seasoning instead
Place chicken on un-greased cookie sheet or shallow baking dish.
Sprinkle desired seasonings evenly on chicken and cook in a 375° oven 45
minutes or until done.
In shallow baking dish, mix well BBQ sauce and water. Put chicken in
and coat well on all sides. With meaty side down, cover and let set in
refrigerator 2 hours or overnight (the longer, the better).
Grill Method: Place on top rack on hot grill and cook until
done, turning over and brushing on BBQ mixture occasionally. Note:
Keeping cover on grill helps to cook.
Oven Method: Leave in baking dish and cook in 400° oven 45
minutes or until done. Keeping a foil cover on until last 15 minutes helps
to keep juicy.
Slow Cooker or Crock Pot Method: Place chicken and all sauce in
pot and turn on low and cook 6 hours or longer or until done.
1 cup Chicken Breader or Italian style bread crumbs
Oil (if frying)
Tooth picks to hold together during cooking
Rinse chicken well. On each laid open breast, first lay a slice of
Swiss cheese then a slice of ham. Put some crumbly bleu cheese in middle.
Now, starting with wide side, begin rolling breast. When rolled, pierce
with tooth picks to hold close. Dip each in egg wash then in Breader or
breadcrumbs. Place on dry plate and allow to sit for a few minutes before
rolling in Breader or bread crumbs again.
Frying Method: In large deep skillet, heat 1 inch of oil. Gently
place chicken rolls in hot oil and cook over medium heat with lid on until
done, turning a few times. Remove and drain on paper towels before
serving.
Baking Method: In lightly greased shallow baking dish, place
chicken rolls not touching. Bake in 350° oven for 45 minutes or until
chicken runs clear indicating doneness.
Put desired sauce in bucket with a few wings and tight lid. Shake well.
You can make many types in one night pleasing every pallet. Enjoy!
Oven Method: Lay chicken wings in single layer on shallow baking
pan and cook in 375° oven for 40 minutes or until done.
Fried Method: In hot oil, put 3-8 wings in at a time depending
on size. Fry in oil until wings float indicating doneness. Drain on paper
towels.
Hot Sauce: Combine 1 stick melted
margarine with 1 Tsp hot sauce. You can adjust to desired heat level by
adding more hot sauce or less.
Garlic Sauce: Combine 1 stick melted
margarine with 1 Tsp garlic powder. You can adjust to desired heat level
by adding more garlic powder.
Sweet & Sour Sauce:
1/4 Cup Ketchup, 1/2 Cup Sugar, 1/4 Cup Water, 1/4 Cup Vinegar, 2 Tsp Soy
Sauce, 1 Tbs Cornstarch mixed with 2 Tbs Cold Water. Keeping cornstarch
mix aside, combine all other ingredients in saucepan. mix well and cook
over medium high heat just until boiling point. Remove from heat and stir
in cornstarch mix until thickened.
Rinse chicken well and shake off excess water. Put Chicken Breader in a
wide bowl. Dip each piece in egg wash and then in Chicken Breader. Lay on
a dry plate. Do all the chicken. Allow to sit for a few minutes then
recoat in Chicken Breader. Heat 1 inch of oil in deep skillet over medium
heat. Gently place chicken in pan and cook until chicken is done turning 2
times during cooking. Chicken will run clear, indicating doneness. Drain
on paper towels and serve.
1 Lb Chicken Breasts or Tenderloins, cut into bite sized pieces
1 cup Chicken Breader
Oil for deep frying
Put Chicken Breader in a zipper bag. Rinse a small handful
of chicken in cold water at a time, shake off excess water and put in bag
and shake well. Lay on a dry plate. Do all the chicken. Now, drop a few at
a time in ready hot oil and cook until chicken floats. Drain on paper
towels and serve.
Chicken
Fingers
1 Lb Chicken Tenderloins, or Breasts cut into strips
1 cup Chicken Breader
Oil for deep frying
Put Chicken Breader in a wide bowl. Rinse
chicken in cold water one at a time, shake off excess water and roll in
bowl of Chicken Breader. Lay on a dry plate. Do all the chicken. Now, drop
a couple at a time in ready hot oil and cook until chicken floats. Drain
on paper towels and serve.
Rinse chicken in cold water,
shake off excess and put in shake & bake pouch of shake
& bake in it and shake well. Arrange in single layer on baking sheet.
Repeat until all the chicken has been done. Cook in oven according to
package directions and serve
Rinse chicken well. Fill inside with stuffing. Rub butter on skin and
evenly sprinkle seasonings over chicken. Tightly cover and cook in 325°
oven 30-35 minutes per pound of chicken, or until drains clear when thick
breast is poked. Remove foil 15-20 minutes before chicken is due to be
done.
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