EASY BEEF STROGANOFF

1 lb boneless round steak, 3/4-inch thick

2 tbsp butter, divided
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 cup sour cream
Hot cooked noodles for serving
Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Additional paprika for garnish

Slice the beef across the grain into thin strips.

In a large skillet, over medium-high heat, melt the butter and cook the beef and onion until beef is no longer pink and onion is tender.

Stir the soup and paprika into the beef mixture; heat through while occasionally stirring.  Remove from heat.

Stir in the sour cream.

Serve the stroganoff over the hot noodles.

Garnish by sprinkling with the chopped parsley and a little paprika.

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CHEESY SAUSAGE AND TORTELLINI SKILLET WITH SPINACH

1 pkg (13-14 oz) smoked sausage, cut into 1/4-inch thick slices

1 medium red bell pepper, sliced

1 medium onion, chopped (around 1 cup)

3 medium (1 tbsp) cloves garlic, minced

1 pkg (5-oz) baby spinach

1 pkg (12-oz) refrigerated cheese tortellini, cooked according to pkg directions

1 jar (24-oz) less-sodium marinara sauce

1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 tbsp chopped fresh oregano, plus more for garnish

Crushed red pepper for garnish

Preheat oven to 375-degrees. Heat a very large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Cook sausage, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 5 minutes. Add the bell pepper, onion, and garlic. Reduce heat to medium. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender, about 8 minutes. Add spinach, cook, stirring frequently, until wilted, about 2 minutes.

Stir in the cooked tortellini, marinara sauce, 1 cup mozzarella, 1/4 cup Parmesan and the oregano. Top with remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella and 1/4 cup Parmesan.

Transfer skillet to oven and bake until cheese is melted and bubbly, 15 to 20 minutes. Garnish with crushed red pepper and oregano.

Yield: 8 servings

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Pizza Spaghetti Casserole

My cousin shared this on facebook.  Since the person who originally posted it said, "Feel free to share," I am doing exactly that!

1 lb. Ground meat (I like turkey) 
1 box uncooked spaghetti noodles
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon Oregano 
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ Cup Milk 
1 Egg
2 ounces sliced pepperoni (I like Turkey)
1 (26 ounce) jar pasta sauce
1 can diced Italian style tomatoes 
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
1 (8 ounce) package shredded Italian cheese blend
Any other pizza toppings, you can add like Black olives, sausage, onions, green peppers, etc...

Directions: 

Boil water & salt for Spaghetti noodles, once it starts boiling, add noodles. Brown meat in a separate frying pan. Once noodles are cooked, drain and put in a casserole dish. In a separate bowl, combine milk & egg & whisk. Poor over pasta & add jar of sauce, can of tomatoes, garlic powder, & oregano. Mix all together well. On top of pasta mixture, layer the ground meat, then add a layer of pepperoni's. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese, & Italian cheese. And layer more pepperoni. Bake in the oven at 350 for 30 minutes.

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ORZO AND WILD RICE SALAD

1/2 cup wild rice

This is a tasty recipe but does need an hour to chill before serving.

1 cup orzo pasta

1/3 cup frozen whole kernel corn

1 cup chopped red bell pepper

1 small red onion, chopped

1/3 cup dried currants 

3/4 tsp salt

3/4 tsp black pepper

3 tbsp white balsamic vinegar

1 tbsp honey

1 tsp Dijon mustard

1/2 tsp minced fresh garlic

1/4 cup canola oil

1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, plus leaves for garnish

Cook rice according to package directions until tender, about 40 minutes. Drain well, then spread on a large, rimmed baking sheet and chill until cool.

Meanwhile, bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package directions, adding corn in the last 3 minutes of cooking. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool.

Transfer pasta mixture and rice to a large bowl. Stir in bell pepper, onion, currants, salt and black pepper.

To make the dressing: Whisk together vinegar, honey, mustard, and garlic in a bowl. Slowly whisk in oil until emulsified. Add the dressing to pasta mixture and toss to coat. Chill, covered, at least one hour but up to 4 days. Stir in chopped basil just before serving. Garnish with basil leaves.

Yield: 10 servings 

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SANTA FE CASSEROLE

1 lb lean ground beef
1 pkg (1.25-oz) Taco seasoning mix
2 cups chicken broth
1/4 cup flour
1 cup sour cream
1 can (7-oz) diced green chiles
1 pkg (11-oz) corn or tortilla chips, your choice
2 cups grated Mexican-Blend cheese
1/2 cup sliced green onions, including tops

Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
Lightly grease a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.

In a medium skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef, stirring to crumble; drain well.  Add the taco seasoning mix, stir until well blended.

In a small bowl combine the broth and flour until smooth; add to the beef mixture and bring to a boil.  Cook until slightly thickened. 

Stir the sour cream and chiles into the mixture blending well.

Place 1/2 of the chips in the prepared baking dish.  Top with half the beef mixture and half the cheese. Repeat layers with the remaining ingredients, ending with the green onions.

Bake casserole uncovered at 375 degrees for 20 minutes.  Allow to stand for 5 minutes before serving.

CHEESY CHICKEN CASSEROLE

This is a Kraft Foods recipe.

1 1/4 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch pieces 
1 tablespoon olive oil or vegetable oil 
3 ounces mushrooms, sliced (about 1 cup) 
1 can (10 3/4 ounces) Campbell's® Condensed Cream of Celery Soup (Regular or 98% Fat Free) 
1 can (10 3/4 ounces) Campbell's® Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup (Regular or 98% Fat Free) 
1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, thawed 
1 cup instant white rice, prepared according to package directions (about 2 cups) 
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (about 4 ounces

• Preheat oven to 350°F.  Season the chicken, if desired.
• Heat the oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat.  Add the chicken and cook for 10 minutes or until well browned and cooked through, stirring often.  Remove the chicken to a 13x9x2-inch baking dish.
• Add the mushrooms to the skillet and cook until lightly browned, stirring often.  Add the mushrooms to the baking dish.
• Stir the celery soup, mushroom soup, peas and rice in the baking dish.  Sprinkle with the cheese.
• Bake for 20 minutes or until the mixture is hot and bubbling.
  
  
  
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LONG JOHN SILVER'S FISH BATTER

Yes, I know I am weird!  And here is more proof.  I do not eat fish but I love Long John Silver's fish batter.  Any time my family would go to Long John's I would eat everyone's crunchies.  And I was Lucky at Long John's too.  I once won a TV at the Long John's in Bedford, Indiana!  We don't have one in our area now but when I saw this recipe on facebook, I knew I had to add it to my blog.  You see this is where I store my recipes. Perhaps you would like this recipe, too.  And by the way, thank you Anna DeLong for posting this.

LONG JOHN SILVER'S FISH BATTER

Ingredients:
3/4 cup flour
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup water

Directions:
1. Sift dry ingredients

2. Add water and mix well

3. Use to coat fish or chicken filets

4. Cover the fish or chicken completely

5. Deep fry until a deep golden brown

SMASHED BUFFALO POTATO SALAD

3 tbsp olive oil

3 lb baby gold potatoes

1 tsp kosher salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1/2 tsp garlic powder

3/4 cup sour cream

1/2 cup mayonnaise

1 pkg (1-oz) dry ranch seasoning

1 bunch green onions, thinly sliced (about 1 2/3 cups)

10 slices bacon crisp cooked and crumbled + more for garnish 

2 stalks celery, chopped

1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese + more for garnish

1/4 cup cayenne pepper hot sauce (such as Frank's Red:Hot), or to taste

Preheat oven to 425-degrees. Line a 10x15-inch rimmed baking sheet with foil, coat with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil.

Place potatoes in a large pot; add enough salted water to cover potatoes by 2-inches. Bring to a boil over high heat then reduce to medium heat. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until tender, 12-15 minutes. Drain well and arrange in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet.

Using the bottom of a sturdy glass, flatten potatoes to 1/4-1/2-inch thickness. Take care not to break them fully apart. Drizzle with the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and sprinkle with salt, pepper and garlic powder.

Roast potatoes, turning after 25 minutes, until crispy and browned, 30-35 minutes. Let cool slightly.

Meanwhile, make the dressing. In a large bowl, stir together sour cream, mayonnaise, and ranch seasoning. Stir in the green onions, bacon, celery and blue cheese.

Add the roasted potatoes to dressing. Drizzle with hot sauce; gently toss until well coated. Garnish with additional bacon and blue cheese. Serve warm or chilled (up to 3 days).

Yield: 10 servings

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CAMPBELL'S CHICKEN-AND-CHEESE FETTUCCINE

An old recipe from Campbell's Soup.  Good way to use up leftover chicken.

1 tbsp margarine* or butter
1 clove garlic, minced
1 1/2 cups cooked chicken, cut in strips
1 can (10 3/4-oz) Campbell's condensed broccoli cheese soup
1 cup milk
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 cups hot cooked fettuccine (about 8-oz dry)
Chopped fresh parsley and kale leaves for garnish, if desired

Cook fettuccine according to package directions.

In a 10-inch skillet, over medium heat, in hot margarine* or butter, cook garlic 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Stir in the chicken, soup, milk, and cheese.  Heat to boiling.  Reduce heat to low.  Cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

To serve, pour over the fettuccine; toss to coat.  Sprinkle with parsley and garnish with kale leaves, if desired.

Yield: 4 main dish servings or about 5 cups.

*I suggest butter. It is healthier than margarine.

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SO-EASY SALMON PATTIES

3 (5-oz) cans or packets salmon, drained

1/4 cup onion, finely chopped

1/4 cup red and yellow bell peppers, finely chopped

1 large egg

1/2 cup breadcrumbs

1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

1 tbsp olive oil

Place all ingredients but oil in a large bowl and stir until well blended.

For the mixture into 5 patties.

Heat olive oil in a frying pan and place patties in the pan over medium heat. Brown on each side, turning gently.

Serve with lemon wedges, if desired.

Yield: 5 patties

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