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Morel Mushroom Stuffed Potatoes
I mentioned that we found morels. Boy Howdy did we! Since I have these beauties, I am bound and determined to use them. I researched the Internet for some goodies, and I was not impressed. So, with a bit of changing ingredients for stuffed mushrooms… I came up with stuffed potatoes and wow! We are doing this one again soon. Morel Mushroom Stuffed PotatoesMakes 4 servings Preheat oven to 350 degrees. 5 small morel mushrooms, chopped 3 T butter or margarine 1 small onion, minced 1 t. chopped jalapeno pepper 1/8 t. onion salt 1/4 t. pepper 1/8 t. dry mustard 1 t. chopped garlic 2 Yukon gold potatoes Cut…
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Artichoke Dip
This is an all time favorite. It was the dish that I was asked to bring to so many occasions that it almost became known as Deb’s Dip! This cooks up in no time and has little preparations needs. You have to love that! The green chilies give it just a hint of a bite, and the cheese is proof that life is good.Artichoke Dip1 large can artichokes, drained, chopped into tiny pieces.1 c mayonnaise1 c grated Parmesan cheese1/2 c mozzarella cheese3 T sour cream1/2 t garlic powder1 small can mild chopped chilies1 small onion minced Mix all ingredients, spread in small casserole dish. Bake at 350 degrees for 30…
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Cioppino: A #1 Seafood Soup
Cioppino is the quintessence of seafood dish. I love tartness, tang and even taste buds on fire. And, I love using the beautiful soup tureens that I picked up over the years. Great food in a beautiful dish… does it get better? I still do not know how to pronounce this… I usually point at it on the menu. It is always a wonderful choice, and always a bit different. I have asked for the recipe at several restaurants, and their response has been great; however, the recipes have been for about 45 folk… Not my usual family gathering! This recipe, which serves 6, came from a neighbor who swears…
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Linguine and Seafood
Here is a meal that you can pull off of your shelves if need be. The light sauce is a welcome change from heavy pasta sauces. This recipe serves 6 and cooks up in 15 minutes. Busy schedule? Running late day? Linguine and Seafood is a meal you can get from the shelf to the table faster than you could order take out. 6 Slices bacon, cut into 1/2″ strips1/4 c sliced green onion2 cloves garlic, minced6 T butter2 (6 1/2 oz) cans minced clams1 (6 1/2 oz) can white meat tuna1/2 c sliced pitted ripe olives1/4 c parsley1/8 t pepper12 oz linguine1 lemonParmesan Cheese In skillet cook bacon till…
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FIre up the Fish
One of the best times of the year to catch a fish fry is now during Lent. Even as you take a drive through sleepy towns, look at the signs posted. I would bet that you will see a local group putting on a fish fry. My advise is to get there early, as they sell out before the line is finished.I prefer to eat fried fish out.. because when we do it at home, the aroma stays around longer than our hunger… and candles, incense and open doors are the norm when trying to get over the meal.Here is a different type of fish fry. It isn’t fried at…
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Scampi by another name… Still Shrimp Scampi
I love a good shrimp dish. I love cheese. Voila Vieux Carre Scampi marries the two, and we get to celebrate. This is a dish from the French Quarter in New Orleans. Like my other favorite shrimp scampi, it is served with rice. However, this one adds the bonus of a baguette. What is better than fresh French bread? So, you see, this is a wonderful meal. Serves 41 1/2 lbs. extra large, raw, deveined shrimp2 T lemon juice1/2 t lemon-pepper1/2 t salt1 green onion, finely chopped1 clove garlic, minced1 T butter, thinly sliced2 oz. longhorn cheddar, thinly sliced Place shrimp either in a butter baking dish, or evenly divide…
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Rigatoni Turkey Dish
Dale came back in the kitchen: armed with creativity and focused on a delicious dinner. In our freezer was one lone Ziplock freezer bag with 2 cups of turkey breast. A mission in the making… I knew he was clicking off the requirements for this job. I handled the landing strip… aka our coffee table turned into a festive dinner site. He called all the ingredients into order, moved them into positions and assembled a meal worthy of five stars once again! Good work Sir! You demand the best and your creativity exemplify that! Rigatoni Turkey Dish 1 T olive oil1 red onion, peeled and finely chopped1 t chopped garlic1…
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Five Star Onion Gratin
Sharing the kitchen for some can be a problem. Not at our house. Dale steps up to the island counter with pizazz and confidence: even if I have to push and give him a few nudges! His choices in recipes are so interesting. One of his latest “missions to magnificent” was Five Star Onion Gratin. He takes this on as if it were one of his flight plans of yore: mission planning. Exact info is needed, such as: ETA out of the oven, heat conditions (oven temp), Intel – ingredients available and required, crew – do I want to assist in setting the table? Time hack. Yes he is still…
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Turkey Creole Time for Spice in Your Life!
Now that the turkey gravy is gone, and there is yet just one Ziploc bag left of turkey in the refrigerator: it is turkey creole time. This spicy dish is bright and colorful and full of flavor. It is a perfect change from the holiday turkey taste. Turkey Creole 2 T olive oil1/2 c chopped onion1 large green pepper, chopped1 t crushed, chopped garlic1 16 oz can tomatoes1 to 2 t chili powder (depending how close to Texas you live!)1 1/2 t salt1 t sugar3/4 t oregano leaves1/8 t pepper1 c regular long grain rice3 c cut up cooked turkey (or chicken) About 50 minutes before serving; In a large…
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Turkey Leftover Time: Italian Turkey Casserole
I love Thanksgiving Dinner. A turkey, and the fixings does so much for the family! The aroma spreads throughout the house, the boiling pots heat up the kitchen. The windows steam. Warmth permeates the day… in so many ways. Then the dishes are cleaned, the turkey resurfaces for sandwiches on homemade bread and company leaves. However, the amount of turkey seems to grow in the refrigerator! Bring on the leftovers! For many, this is the favorite meal. There is little fuss involved, no silver to hand wash: just good food to savor.After the first night of leftovers, I liked to get creative. Italian Turkey Casserole has been a favorite for…
