7/12/2011

Yummy or not :Broccoli and Tomato Bake recipe.

Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, thinly sliced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 small carrot, diced
1 stalk celery, diced
salt and ground black pepper
3/4 pound broccoli - cut into florets, stems peeled and sliced 1/4 inch thick
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 tablespoon chopped green olives
2 teaspoons maple syrup
1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese

Directions
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic; cook and stir until aromatic, about 3 minutes. Stir in the carrots and celery, season with salt and pepper, and continue cooking until the vegetables begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, place a steamer insert into a saucepan, and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Cover, and bring the water to a boil over high heat. Add the broccoli, recover, and steam until bright green, 4 minutes. Remove the broccoli from the steamer and place in a 8x8 inch baking dish; set aside.
Preheat an oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Pour the can of diced tomatoes and green olives into the skillet with the onion and carrot mixture. Stir and cook over medium-high heat until most of the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes. Mix in the maple syrup, season with salt and pepper to taste, and cook and stir for 3 minutes.
Pour the sauce over the broccoli in the 8x8 inch baking dish. Evenly distribute the goat cheese and Parmesan cheese over the broccoli and sauce.
Bake in preheated oven until the cheese begins to brown, about 20 minutes.

Yummy or not :Baked Ziti with Turkey Meatballs recipe.

Ingredients
1 pound ground turkey
1 clove garlic, minced
3/4 cup fresh bread crumbs
1/2 cup finely diced onion
3 tablespoons chopped, toasted pine nuts
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 (16 ounce) package ziti pasta
1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 cup grated Romano cheese
6 cups tomato sauce
1 pint part-skim ricotta cheese

Directions
In a bowl, stir together turkey, garlic, bread crumbs, onion, pine nuts, parsley, egg, salt and pepper. Form into meatballs about 1 inch in diameter.
In a large heavy skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking. Cook half of meatballs, shaking skillet, until browned and cooked through, about 4 minutes. Transfer meatballs to paper towels to drain. Brown remaining meatballs in remaining 2 tablespoons oil in same manner.
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Oil a 3 to 4 quart gratin dish.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta, and cook until just al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain.
In a small bowl, toss together mozzarella and Romano cheese.
Spoon about 1 1/2 cups tomato sauce and half the meatballs into prepared dish, and spoon half the pasta on top. Spread half remaining sauce and half cheese mixture over pasta. Top with remaining meatballs, and drop dollops of ricotta over meatballs. Spread remaining pasta over ricotta, and top with remaining sauce and cheese mixture. Bake in middle of oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until golden. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Yummy or not :Beef Sirloin Steak with Baby Spinach recipe.

Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 (1 pound) boneless beef sirloin steak, 3/4-inch thick, cut into 4 pieces
1 large onion, sliced
1 small red pepper, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (10.75 ounce) can Campbell's� Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup (Regular or 98% Fat Free)
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary leaves
1 (7 ounce) bag fresh baby spinach
Hot mashed potatoes

Directions
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef and cook until well browned on both sides. Remove the beef from the skillet. Pour off any fat.
Heat the remaining oil in the skillet. Add the onion and pepper and cook for 1 minute, stirring occasionally. Add the garlic and cook until the vegetables are tender-crisp, stirring often.
Stir the soup, water, vinegar and rosemary in the skillet and heat to a boil. Return the beef to the skillet. Reduce the heat to medium. Stir in the spinach. Cover and cook the beef for 2 minutes for medium or until desired doneness. Serve the beef and vegetable mixture with the potatoes.

Yummy or not :Bev's Mac and Cheese recipe.

Ingredients
1 cup elbow macaroni
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Directions
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and reserve.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine milk, flour and salt and pepper to taste; whisk or beat until smooth. Add butter and cheese; microwave on high for 5 minutes and whisk until smooth. Microwave for an additional 4 to 5 minutes and whisk or beat until smooth and no lumps remain.
Add cooked pasta to mixture; stir and serve.

Yummy or not :Baked Chicken on Rice recipe.

Ingredients
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed cream of mushroom soup
2 1/2 cups milk
1 1/2 cups uncooked white rice
2 (4.5 ounce) cans sliced mushrooms
2 (1 ounce) packages dry onion soup mix

Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Cut each chicken breast in half to make a total of 8 pieces; set aside.
Mix cream of mushroom soup with milk. Reserve 1 cup of mixture. Combine remaining mixture with rice, undrained mushrooms and 1 envelope of dry onion soup mix.
Spoon rice mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish. Arrange chicken pieces on top. Pour reserved soup mixture over chicken and sprinkle with other envelope of onion soup mix. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake in preheated oven for 1 hour. Remove cover and bake for an additional 15 minutes. Let cool 10 minutes and serve.

Yummy or not :Braided Egg Bread recipe.

Ingredients
3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon sugar
1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup water
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon water
1/2 teaspoon poppy seeds

Directions
In a large mixing bowl, combine 1-1/2 cups flour, sugar, yeast and salt. In a saucepan, heat water and oil to 120 degrees F-130 degrees F. Add to dry ingredients along with eggs. Beat on medium speed for 3 minutes. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough.
Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1-1/2 hours.
Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface. Set a third of the dough aside. Divide remaining dough into three pieces. Shape each into a 13-in. rope. Place ropes on a greased baking sheet and braid; pinch ends to seal and tuck under. Divide reserved dough into three equal pieces; shape each into a 14-in. rope. Braid ropes. Center 14-in. braid on top of the shorter braid. Pinch ends to seal and tuck under. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes.
Beat egg and water; brush over dough. Sprinkle with poppy seeds. Bake at 375 degrees F for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Cover with foil during the last 15 minutes of baking. Remove from pan to a wire rack to cool.

Yummy or not :Brunch Enchiladas recipe.

Ingredients
2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1/2 cup chopped green onions
10 (8 inch) flour tortillas
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
2 cups half-and-half cream
6 eggs, beaten
1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions
Combine ham and onions; place about 1/3 cup down the center of each tortilla. Top with 2 tablespoons cheese. Roll up and place seam side down in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dish.
In a bowl, combine flour, cream, eggs and salt if desired until smooth. Pour over tortillas. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.
Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Cover and bake at 350 degrees F for 25 minutes. Uncover; bake for 10 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese; bake 3 minutes longer or until the cheese is melted. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Yummy or not :Butter Bean Veggie Soup recipe.

Ingredients
3 celery ribs, chopped
3 medium carrots, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth
2 (15 ounce) cans butter beans, rinsed and drained
1 (14.5 ounce) can stewed tomatoes, cut up
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Directions
In a large saucepan, saute the celery, carrots and onion in oil until tender. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually add the broth.
Stir in the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until soup is heated through.

Yummy or not :Bacon-Wrapped Chicken recipe.

Ingredients
4 bacon strips
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt
2 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies, drained
2 garlic cloves, minced

Directions
In a skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until cooked but not crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain; keep warm. Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. Sprinkle chicken breasts with seasoned salt. In a bowl, combine the cream cheese, chilies and garlic. Spread half of the mixture on each chicken breast. Roll up chicken and wrap with two bacon strips; secure with toothpicks.
Place chicken in a greased shallow 4-1/2 cup baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 375 degrees F for 45 minutes. Cover and bake 10-15 minutes longer or until chicken juices run clear. Discard toothpicks before serving.

Yummy or not :Buffalo Burgers recipe.

Ingredients
1 pound ground beef
1 (10.75 ounce) can Campbell's� Condensed Tomato Soup (Regular or 25% Less Sodium)
1/2 teaspoon Louisiana-style hot sauce
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
4 Pepperidge Farm� Classic Hamburger Buns, split
Lettuce leaves
Red onion slices
Tomato slices

Directions
Shape the beef into 4 (1/2-inch thick) burgers.
Heat the soup and hot sauce in a 1-quart saucepan over medium heat. Heat to a boil. Reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook for 5 minutes. Keep warm.
Lightly oil the grill rack and heat the grill to medium. Grill the burgers for 10 minutes for medium or until desired doneness, turning over halfway through cooking. Serve the burgers on rolls with lettuce, onion and tomato if desired. Top with the soup mixture. Sprinkle with the cheese.

Yummy or not :Adas bil Hamod (Lebanese Lentil Lemon Soup) recipe.

Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup chopped onions
1 pound brown lentils
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (16 ounce) package frozen whole leaf spinach
1 tablespoon dried mint, crushed
salt to taste
3/4 cup lemon juice

Directions
Heat oil in large pot over high heat. When oil is very hot, add onions and stir until onions begin to turn dark brown and caramelize, about 10 minutes. Put the lentils, garlic, frozen spinach, and mint into the pot. Pour in enough water so that it is about 2 inches deeper than the lentil mixture. Stir well to loosen browned bits of onion on the bottom of the pot.
Bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium. Simmer, uncovered, until lentils are tender, about 20 minutes. If soup gets too thick, add a little more water. Salt to taste. Lower heat and stir in lemon juice.

Yummy or not :Broccoli Peanut Picnic Slaw recipe.

Ingredients
4 cups Green Cabbage, shredded
4 cups Broccoli broken into small florets
1/2 cup Raisins
3/4 cup Dry Roasted Peanuts
1/2 cup Onion, chopped
10 slices Bacon, crumbled
1 cup Marzetti� Slaw Dressing
1/4 cup Sugar

Directions
In a salad bowl, mix all ingredients together, making sure the flavor is blended well. In a small bowl, mix slaw dressing and sugar together. Pour on top of vegetables. Mix and chill overnight.

Yummy or not :Bandito Beans recipe.

Ingredients
1 pound mild pork sausage
1 (15 ounce) can wax beans, drained
1 (15 ounce) can cut green beans, drained
1 (15 ounce) can lima beans, drained
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
1/2 (28 ounce) can barbeque baked beans, with liquid
1 (15 ounce) can chili beans, with liquid
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1/4 cup barbeque sauce
1 small green bell pepper, diced
1 small yellow onion, diced
1 teaspoon fennel seed

Directions
Place sausage in a skillet over medium heat, and cook until evenly brown. Drain grease, and transfer sausage to a slow cooker.
Into the slow cooker with the sausage, mix wax beans, green beans, lima beans, and black beans. Mix in baked beans with liquid and chili beans with liquid. Stir in the tomato paste, brown sugar, barbeque sauce, green bell pepper, onion, and fennel seed.
Cover slow cooker. Cook on Low at least 5 hours.

Yummy or not :Bow Tie Cabbage Salad recipe.

Ingredients
1/2 cup evaporated milk
1/3 cup sour cream
1/3 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 1/2 cups uncooked bow tie pasta
5 cups shredded cabbage
3/4 cup chopped green onions
1/2 cup finely chopped green pepper
8 ounces cubed Cheddar cheese

Directions
In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the first seven ingredients; shake well. Cover and refrigerate for 1-1/2 to 2 hours. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Place in a large bowl; add the cabbage, onions, green pepper, cheese and dressing. Toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours.

Yummy or not :Apple Crisp I recipe.

Ingredients
3 1/2 pounds apples - peeled, cored and sliced
1/2 cup butter
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
3 packets instant maple and brown sugar oatmeal
1 pinch salt
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/4 cup maple syrup

Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Place apples in a 9x13 inch baking dish. In a bowl, cream together butter and sugar. Stir in flour, instant oatmeal and salt. Fold in walnuts. Sprinkle oatmeal mixture evenly over apples. Drizzle with maple syrup.
Bake in preheated oven 50 to 70 minutes, until apples are tender and topping is golden.

Yummy or not :Beefy Bloody Caesar recipe.

Ingredients
1 pinch celery salt
1 fluid ounce vodka
6 fluid ounces tomato and clam juice cocktail
1 dash dry beef bouillon powder
1 dash hot pepper sauce
1 dash Worcestershire sauce
1 stalk celery

Directions
Rub the rim of a cocktail glass with celery salt. Place ice in the glass, and pour in vodka and tomato and clam juice cocktail. Mix in the bouillon powder, hot pepper sauce, and Worcestershire sauce. Garnish with celery.

Yummy or not :Basic Nut Cookies recipe.

Ingredients
1/2 cup butter
2 cups Basic Cookie Mix
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
Melt butter over low heat and stir into Basic Cookie Mix.
Lightly beat egg and add to mixture. Stir in vanilla and nuts.
Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until golden. Cool a couple of minutes before removing from cookie sheet to racks to complete cooling.

Yummy or not :Beef or Chicken Enchiladas recipe.

Ingredients
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
2 medium onions, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup chicken broth
2 (4 ounce) cans chopped green chilies
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
12 flour or corn tortillas
1 1/2 cups cooked, shredded beef chuck roast
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
2 green onions with tops, thinly sliced
Salsa

Directions
In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Saute onion and garlic until onion is tender. Blend in flour. Stir in broth, milk, chilies, salt and cumin. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Set aside.
Grease a 13-in. x 9-in.x 2-in. baking dish. Spoon a little sauce in the center of each tortilla; spread to edges. Place about 2 tablespoons meat down the center of each tortilla. Combine cheeses; sprinkle 1-2 tablespoons on top of meat. Roll up tortillas and place in baking dish, seam-side down. Pour remaining sauce over. Sprinkle with green onions and remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F for 20-30 minutes or until hot and bubbly. Serve with sour cream and salsa.

Yummy or not :Artichoke and Garlic Pizza recipe.

Ingredients
1 unbaked pizza crust
1 (6 ounce) jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained, liquid reserved
2 cloves garlic, minced
3/4 cup Classico� Tomato and Basil Sauce
1 medium tomato, cut in half and sliced
1 pound shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese

Directions
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Prepare pizza crust according to recipe or package instructions. Place on a pizza pan.
Pour the liquid from the artichokes into a small skillet, and bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook for 1 minute, or until the liquid is almost gone. Add garlic, and cook, stirring, for less than a minute. Add artichoke hearts, stir to coat with garlic flavor, then remove from heat, and set aside.
Spread the pasta sauce over the prepared pizza crust. Sprinkle with cheese, then place the artichoke hearts and garlic over the cheese. Arrange tomato slices evenly over the top.
Bake for 20 minutes in the preheated oven, until crust is puffed and golden, and cheese is melted.

Yummy or not :Arrowroot Bars recipe.

Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
2 cups arrowroot flour
6 egg whites
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/3 cup confectioners' sugar for decoration

Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C). Thoroughly butter the bottom and sides of a 13 x 9 inch baking pan.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar. Beat in the almond extract. Gradually mix in the arrowroot flour.
In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the egg whites into the batter. Pour the batter into the baking pan and smooth the surface with a rubber spatula. Bake for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Dust with confectioner's sugar.

Yummy or not :Baked Blueberry French Toast recipe.

Ingredients
24 slices day-old French bread
1 (8 ounce) package reduced-fat cream cheese, cubed
2/3 cup fat-free milk
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/2 cup fat-free plain yogurt
1/3 cup maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 cups egg substitute
2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
confectioners' sugar

Directions
Place 12 slices of bread in a 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dish coated with nonstick cooking spray. In a blender or food processor, combine cream cheese, milk, sour cream, yogurt, syrup, vanilla, nutmeg and cinnamon. Add egg substitute; cover and process until smooth. Pour half of the egg mixture over bread; sprinkle with blueberries. Top with the remaining bread and egg mixture. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.
Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Cover and bake at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake 20-30 minutes longer or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Dust with confectioners' sugar.

Yummy or not :Brown Sugar and Honey Limeade recipe.

Ingredients
1 3/4 cups freshly squeezed lime juice and pulp
10 cups cool water
1/2 cup honey, warmed
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 limes, sliced

Directions
Combine the lime juice and water in a pitcher; mix in the warm honey. Stir the brown sugar into the mixture until dissolved completely. Pour over ice and top with a lime slice to serve.

Yummy or not :Broth Simmered Rice recipe.

Ingredients
1 3/4 cups Swanson� Chicken Broth (regular, Natural Goodness™ or Certified Organic)
3/4 cup uncooked regular long-grain white rice

Directions
Heat the broth in a 2-quart saucepan over medium-high heat to a boil.
Stir in the rice. Reduce the heat to low. Cover the saucepan and cook for 20 minutes or until the rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.

Yummy or not :Barbequed Steak recipe.

Ingredients
4 (1/2 pound) beef top sirloin steaks
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 ounce steak spice seasoning mix

Directions
Put oil and steak spice on a large enough platter to accommodate the steaks. Coat the steak well with the oil and spices.
Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil grate
Grill steaks over high heat to desired doneness.

Yummy or not :Baked Shells in Sauce recipe.

Ingredients
1/2 cup seashell pasta
1 cup tomato sauce
1/2 cup mushrooms, diced
1/4 cup crumbled firm silken tofu
1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Directions
Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
In a medium bowl combine tomato sauce, mushrooms and tofu. Stir in cooked pasta. In a separate, small bowl combine mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
In a small casserole dish layer pasta mixture and cheeses.
Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until lightly browned.

Yummy or not :Blueberry Almond Cookies recipe.

Ingredients
1 1/2 cups white sugar
1 cup shortening
1 pint fresh blueberries
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 cup chopped almonds

Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line baking sheets with aluminum foil or parchment paper. Puree blueberries in a food processor or blender.
In a medium bowl, cream sugar and shortening together. Beat in eggs, then stir in the blueberry puree. Sift together the all purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking soda and salt; stir into the blueberry mixture. Finally, stir in the chopped almonds.
Drop dough by heaping teaspoons onto the prepared cookie sheets. Bake for 13 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven. Cool on the baking sheet or remove to cool on wire racks.

Yummy or not :Best Tomato Pudding recipe.

Ingredients
1/2 cup water
1 (14.25 ounce) can tomato puree
3/4 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 pinch salt to taste
10 slices white bread, cubed
1/4 cup butter, melted

Directions
In a saucepan over medium heat, stir together the water and tomato puree. Mix in the brown sugar, basil and salt, and bring to a boil. Simmer over low heat for 5 minutes, then set aside.
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Coat a 2 quart casserole dish with cooking spray.
Place the bread cubes into the dish, and drizzle with melted butter. Pour the tomato sauce over all. Cover with a lid or aluminum foil.
Bake for 1 hour in the preheated oven. Remove the lid for the last 10 minutes.

Yummy or not :Brown Sugar Sauce recipe.

Ingredients
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup boiling water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions
In a medium saucepan, melt butter or margarine. Add flour and salt; stir until smooth.
Stir in brown sugar. Blend thoroughly and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture bubbles and is lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
Stir in boiling water. Return to heat and bring to a boil, stirring constantly, until smooth and thickened. Add vanilla extract and stir until well blended. Serve hot.

Yummy or not :Banana Bread French Toast recipe.

Ingredients
3 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons butter
1 loaf banana bread
confectioners' sugar for dusting (optional)

Directions
In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, sweetened condensed milk and vanilla with a fork. Set aside.
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Slice banana bread into 4 thick slices. Dip each slice into the egg mixture, then place in the hot pan. Cook on each side until golden brown. Dust with confectioners' sugar just before serving, if desired.

Yummy or not :Beans, Greens and Garlic Soup recipe.

Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped
1 onion, chopped
6 cups chicken broth
1 (15.5 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup ditalini or other small pasta
1 (10 ounce) bag baby spinach, rinsed and dried
salt and black pepper to taste

Directions
Heat the olive oil in a large stockpot over medium heat. Stir in the garlic and onions; cook and stir until the onions are transparent, 8 to 10 minutes. Add the chicken broth, increase the heat to high, and bring the mixture to a boil.
Stir in the beans and pasta; lower heat to medium, and simmer, uncovered, until the pasta is al dente, or 8 to 10 minutes. Add the spinach and stir just until wilted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Yummy or not :Balsamic Glazed Salmon recipe.

Ingredients
8 (3 ounce) fillets salmon (about 3/4-inch thick)
Freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 3/4 cups Swanson� Chicken Broth (Regular, Natural Goodness™ or Certified Organic)
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon orange juice
1 teaspoon grated orange peel
Orange slices for garnish

Directions
Place the salmon in an 11x8-inch (2-quart) shallow baking dish. Sprinkle with black pepper and drizzle with oil. Bake at 350 degrees F for 15 minutes or until the fish flakes easily when tested with a fork.
Stir the cornstarch, broth, vinegar, brown sugar, orange juice and orange peel in a 2-quart saucepan over high heat to a boil. Cook and stir until the mixture boils and thickens.
Place the salmon on a serving platter and serve with the sauce. Garnish with the orange slices.

Yummy or not :Blue Cheese Potatoes Delmonico recipe.

Ingredients
8 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup cream
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
1/3 cup bread crumbs

Directions
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Place the potatoes in a large saucepan with water to cover. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, and cook until tender, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain, and transfer to a casserole dish.
Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Whisk in the flour, and cook for 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Gradually whisk in the milk and cream so there are no lumps. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Remove from heat and whisk in the blue cheese until smooth. Pour over the potatoes in the dish. Sprinkle breadcrumbs over the top.
Bake for 25 minutes in the preheated oven, or until top is nicely browned.

Yummy or not :Baked Sesame Chicken recipe.

Ingredients
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 pinch ground black pepper
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Directions
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
Place soy sauce in a 9x13 inch baking dish. On a piece of wax paper, mix together the sesame seeds, flour, salt and pepper. Dip the chicken pieces in the soy sauce to coat, then dredge in the sesame seed mixture. Arrange in baking dish in a single layer, then drizzle with melted butter.
Bake at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for approximately 40 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and tender and juices run clear. Baste with drippings once during cooking time. Garnish with extra sesame seeds if desired, and serve.

Yummy or not :Almond-Stuffed Pears recipe.

Ingredients
6 medium pears, peeled, halved, and cored
1 1/2 cups water
1/3 cup white grape juice
1/2 cup finely chopped toasted almonds
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/8 teaspoon almond extract

Directions
Place pears, cut side down, in an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in baking dish. Combine water and grape juice; pour over pears. Cover and bake at 350 degrees F for 35-45 minutes or until tender. Turn the pears over. Combine almonds, sugar and extract; mix well. Spoon into pear cavities. Bake, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Serve warm.

Yummy or not :Applesauce Muffin Mix recipe.

Ingredients
1/2 cup sugar
1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
2 tablespoons quick cooking oats
ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS:
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon sugar

Directions
In a bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In a 1-pint glass jar, layer 3/4 cup flour, oats, sugar mixture and remaining flour. Cover and store in a cool dry place for up to 6 months.
To prepare muffins: In a bowl, combine the egg, applesauce, butter and vanilla. Stir in muffin mix just until moistened. Fill greased muffin cups three-fourths full. Sprinkle with sugar. Bake at 375 degrees F for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes our clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack.

Yummy or not :Beef in Bay Leaf Gravy recipe.

Ingredients
4 pounds rump roast
2 carrots, finely chopped
3 stalks celery, finely chopped
1 onion, finely chopped
1 cup white vinegar
2 cups water
salt to taste
1 (16 ounce) container sour cream

Directions
In a Dutch oven over medium high heat, sear roast until browned on all sides. Scatter chopped carrots, celery and onions over and around roast. Add vinegar and water, and season with bay leaf and salt.
Reduce heat to low, and cook for 2 to 3 hours. Remove roast to a cutting board, and slice thinly. Remove bay leaf, then stir sour cream into gravy until blended. Return sliced meat to Dutch oven, and simmer for 15 minutes.

Yummy or not :Apple Spice Snack Cake recipe.

Ingredients
1 (18.25 ounce) package spice cake mix
1 (21 ounce) can apple pie filling
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Directions
In a mixing bowl, combine all ingredients. beat on medium speed for 2 minutes. Pour into a greased 13-in.x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dish. Bake at 350 degrees F for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.

Yummy or not :Alfredo Shrimp with Angel Hair Pasta recipe.

Ingredients
16 ounces Classico� Creamy Alfredo Sauce
1 (16 ounce) package angel hair pasta
2 pounds fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup butter, melted
1/2 small green bell pepper, diced
1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

Directions
In a saucepan over low-temperature, heat the Alfredo sauce. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 minutes or until al dente; drain.
Boil shrimp in a large pot of water until they turn orange. Then place in bowl with melted butter. Let shrimp marinate for 15 to 30 minutes; remove. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook and stir the green pepper and onion in a small amount of oil.
Mix together the cooked pasta, shrimp, pepper-onion mixture and Alfredo sauce. Season with garlic powder and cumin.

Yummy or not :Banbury Tarts recipe.

Ingredients
1 cup chopped dried figs
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup chopped candied citron
1/2 cup raisins
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
12 (5 inch) unbaked tart shells

Directions
Chop the figs as fine as possible, measure to 1 cup, and pour boiling water over to cover. Allow to stand for 45 minutes. Drain very well.
Beat the egg and sugar together. Stir in the figs, peel, raisins, and nuts. Fill tart shells 3/4 full with fruit filling.
Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 20 to 25 minutes. Cool on racks.

Yummy or not :Buttermilk White Bread recipe.

Ingredients
1 1/8 cups water
3 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon margarine
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
3 cups bread flour
2 teaspoons active dry yeast
4 tablespoons powdered buttermilk

Directions
Add ingredients to bread machine pan in order recommended by your manufacturer. Use medium crust and white bread settings. I use less yeast during hot, humid summer months.

Yummy or not :Afternoon Tea Scones recipe.

Ingredients
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons cold butter
1 egg, lightly beaten
3/4 cup sour cream
1/2 cup dried currants or raisins
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1 teaspoon grated orange peel
2 tablespoons water

Directions
In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt; cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in egg, sour cream, currants, lemon peel and orange peel.
Turn onto a well-floured surface. Roll into a 7-in. circle In a small bowl, beat egg yolk and water. Brush over dough. Cut into six wedges. Transfer to a greased baking sheet. Bake at 400 degrees F for 15 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.

Yummy or not :Almond Orange Chicken recipe.

Ingredients
10 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided
3/4 cup ground almonds
6 (4 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
4 tablespoons butter or margarine, divided
1/3 cup chopped onion
1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 1/2 cups milk
1/3 cup orange marmalade
1/4 cup orange juice
1/2 teaspoon grated orange peel
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Hot cooked rice

Directions
Place 1/2 cup flour in a shallow bowl. In another bowl, lightly beat the eggs. Place the almonds in a third bowl. Coat chicken with flour, then dip in eggs and roll in almonds. In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the chicken in 2 tablespoons butter on both sides until juices run clear, about 10 minutes. Remove and keep warm. In the same skillet, saute the onion in remaining butter until tender. Stir in poultry seasoning and remaining flour until blended. Gradually stir in milk until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in the orange marmalade, orange juice and peel, salt and pepper. Pour over the chicken. Serve with rice if desired.

Yummy or not :Apricot Walnut Bread recipe.

Ingredients
4 egg whites
2/3 cup water
1/2 cup orange juice
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup oat bran hot cereal, uncooked
1/2 cup chopped dried apricots
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 cup chopped walnuts

Directions
In a bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Stir in oat bran and apricots. Combine flour, brown sugar, baking powder and soda; stir into apricot mixture just until moistened. Fold in nuts. Pour into a greased 8-in. x 4-in. x 2-in. loaf pan. Bake at 350 degrees F for 50-55 minutes or until bread tests done. Cool in pan 10 minutes; remove to wire rack.

Yummy or not :A Good Barbeque Sauce recipe.

Ingredients
1 (12 fluid ounce) can cola-flavored carbonated beverage
1 cup ketchup
1/4 cup minced onion
garlic powder to taste
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Directions
In a medium saucepan, combine the cola, ketchup, onion, garlic powder and hot pepper sauce. Cook over medium heat until reduced by a third and thickened.

Yummy or not :A Great Pepper Salad recipe.

Ingredients
1 1/2 (16 ounce) jars sliced pepperoncini peppers, drained
1 (32 ounce) jar sweet pepper rings, drained
1 (4 ounce) jar diced pimento peppers, drained
1 pound pepperoni sausage, cubed
1 pound provolone cheese, cubed
1/2 pound Swiss cheese, cubed
1/2 pound sharp Cheddar cheese, cubed
1 (6 ounce) can mushrooms, drained and thinly sliced
2 (6 ounce) cans black olives, drained and thinly sliced
4 cloves garlic
4 1/2 tablespoons dried oregano
1 cup canola oil
1/4 cup olive oil

Directions
In a large bowl with a lid, stir together the pepperoncini peppers, sweet pepper rings, pimentos, pepperoni, Provolone, Swiss, Cheddar, mushrooms, olives, garlic, oregano, canola oil and olive oil until evenly coated. Cover tightly with the lid and let stand in fridge for 3 days. Shake the bowl often. This can be served cold, but is better when you let it come to room temperature!

Yummy or not :Brenda's Pepperoni Chicken Rollups recipe.

Ingredients
4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
20 slices pepperoni sausage
8 ounces pepperoni sausage, chopped
4 slices mozzarella cheese
1 (28 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
1 pinch garlic powder
salt and pepper to taste
1 teaspoon Italian-style seasoning

Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Pound chicken breasts flat with a meat mallet. Season to taste with garlic powder, salt, pepper and Italian style seasoning.
Place 4 to 5 slices pepperoni on each breast and top each with a slice of cheese. Roll up breasts and fasten with toothpicks.
Fry the pepperoni in a medium skillet until it has released most of its oil. Remove pepperoni from skillet and set aside. Brown chicken rolls in pepperoni oil about 5 to 10 minutes each side. Place chicken in a baking dish. Combine spaghetti sauce and sliced pepperoni and pour over chicken.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes.