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	MAIN DISHES AND MORE-PARTY TATERS AND SUCH EVRYONE LOVES THESE MEATBALLS-EVEN AMY! I HAVE MADE THESE DOZENS OF TIMES Barbequed Meatballs 3 lbs ground beef 1 12 oz can evaporated milk 1 cup oatmeal 1 cup crushed crackers 2 eggs 1/2 cup chopped onion 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper 2 tsp chili powder Mix all and form into balls. Put into 12x13 pan. make sauce sauce 2 cups catsup 1 cup brown sugar 1/2 tsp liquid smoke 1/2 tsp garlick powder 1/4 cup chopped onion mix all. pour over meatballs. bake at 350 for 1 hour. These freeze very well unbaked, or baked. &&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&& Helens Sloppy Joes 3-4 lbs ground beef 2 large onions chopped 1/2 a bunch of celery chopped cook all in dutch oven till done-drain fat off add 2 big cans of crushed tomatoes one whole bottle of ketchup 1/2 c brown sugar 1/4 c vinegar 4 T worcestershire sauce 2 T garlick powder 5 T mustard 2 t paprika simmer one hour. This made a dutch oven full &&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&& Helen and Les's Chili 3 lb ground beef 2 large onions 1 large green pepper saute all in dutch oven -drain fat off add 2 big cans diced tomatos in juice 2 cans red kidney beans 1 can rotel tomatos 1 small can tomato paste 1 envelope chili mix salt pepper 1 c cold coffee 2 T sugar this makes the dutch oven nearly full ---------------------------------- Salisbury Steaks 1 lb. ground beef, lean meat easy to make 2/3 to 3/4 cup bread crumbs 1 egg 2 tablespoons catsup 2 tablespoons Worchester sauce 2 tablespoons water 2 tablespoons onion, finely chopped 1 can cream of mushroom soup 1/4 to 1/2 can milk or water 2 to 3 tablespoons oil 2 to 4 tablespoons flour salt & pepper to taste Mix the above together and shape in to a patty. In a skillet add the oil and warm. Take patties and lightly dust in flour. Then add patties to skillet and brown on both sides. Drain the fat from the skillet putting back the patties. Mix soup with the milk or water mixing well then add this mixture to the patties in the skillet and simmer for 30 minutes. &&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&& Instant Gnocchi 1 cup dry potato flakes 1 cup boiling water 1 egg, beaten 1 teaspoon salt -rosemary 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour add very very slowly, may not need even half DIRECTIONS--cut very very small-maybe 1/2 inch Place potato flakes in a medium-size bowl. Pour in boiling water; stir until blended. Let cool. Stir in egg, salt, and pepper. Blend in enough flour to make a fairly stiff dough. Turn dough out on a well floured board. Knead lightly. Divide dough in half. Shape each half into a long thin roll, the thickness of a breadstick. With a knife dipped in flour, cut into bite-size pieces. Place a few gnocchi in boiling water. As the gnocchi rise to the top of the pot, remove them with a slotted spoon. Repeat until all are cooked. ------------------------------------------- Potato Gnocchi and Sausage 1 18 0z package of Potato Gnocchi 3 smoked pork sausages (turkey sausage works great too), sliced 1/4 cup of chopped onions 1 clove of garlic, minced 2 tablespoons of butter pinch of hot pepper flakes 1/2 tablespoon of fresh thyme leaves 1/2 tablespoon of fresh oregano, chopped 1 cup of frozen peas, run under water to thaw (optional) 1/4 cup of grated parmesan cheese salt & pepper to taste Directions: 1. Prepare the gnocchi according to package instructions. 2. While the gnocchi is cooking, heat up a skillet with 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the sausage and onions. Cook until sausage is browned and onions are soft. 3. On medium heat, add the garlic, hot pepper flakes, thyme and oregano. Cook for 1 minute or until the garlic is softened. 4. Drain the gnocchi, reserving a little of the cooking water. Add the gnocchi to the sausage mixture. Shake the skillet so the gnocchi doesn't stick. It is ok if the gnocchi browns a bit on the bottom. 5. Add the peas and remaining tablespoon of butter. Salt and pepper to taste. If needed, add a little of the cooking water to thin out the sauce. 6. Top with parmesan cheese. Let the cheese melt slightly before serving. 777777777777777777777777777777777 pulled pork sandwiches. crock pot love it boston butt roast little water little vinegar. crock untill falling apart. drain and add bottle of bbq sauce. pull meat apart. &&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&& Lemon Chicken Scaloppine (Make Ahead) 2 lbs chicken breasts, 1/4" thick 1/2 c all-purpose flour 2 tsp garlic salt 1/2 c butter or margarine 6 lemon slices 1 tsp instant bouillon 1/2 c hot water 2 Tbsp lemon juice Optional: I sometimes use 2T white wine or Vermouth for part of water. If necessary, pound chicken until 1/4" thick. Stir together flour and garlic salt; coat chicken with flour mixture. Melt butter in large skillet; brown chicken over medium heat approx 5 mins on each side. Place chicken in ungreased baking dish, 13 x 9. Top each piece with lemon slice (or place lemon slices on chicken at serving time). Cover and refrigerate if making ahead. Heat oven to 350 degrees. Dissolve bouillon in water. Add lemon juice; pour over chicken. Cover and bake 25 to 30 mins. 6 servings 77777777777777777777777777777 Kielbasa with Pasta" 1 LB.Smoked Kielbasa ,cut into 1/4 inch slices (I used turkey Kielbasa) 1/2 c. chopped green pepper 1/4 c. chopped onion 1/2 tsp. minced garlic 2 TBSP. Oil 2 cans(14-1/2 oz.) cans Stewed Tomatoes (1 can regular, 1 can Rotel) 1 pkg.(9oz.) pasta 1/2c.grated Parmesan cheese (I probably used a cup of fresh) 2 Tbsp,butter melted In a large skillet, saute the Kielbasa ,green pepper,onion & garlic in oil until Kielbasa is lighty browed.Stir in tomatoes.Bring to a boil .Reduce heat;simmer,uncoved, for 10 min. Meanwhile,cook pasta according to pkg directions.Drain.Stir in Parmesan cheese & butter.Serve with Kielbasa mixture. 4 servings I started mine on the stovetop then add to crockpot on low. Then made pasta before serving! 777777777777777777777777777777777777777777 Goulash oh this is goooood so easy--- keeeeeeeep Ingredients 2 Lbs. Ground Beef 1 Lbs.Elbow noodles 29 oz.Can of Tomato Sauce 1-Large Onion, chopped 1-Large Green Pepper, chopped or two Preparation Brown ground meat with chopped up onion and green pepper. Boil elbow noodles until ALMOST soft. Drain grease from ground meat, onion, and green pepper. Mix ground meat and noodles with tomatoe sauce -slow cook till noodles are soft. 77777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777 Chuck Wagon Beans-don't think amy cares for these-but me and Les does! 1/2 lb bacon 3 lbs ground beef 3 cups chopped onion 1 cup chopped celery 2 beef bouillon cubes 2/3 cup boiling water 2 cloves garlic 1 1/2 c catsup 3 tbs. mustard 1 1/2 tsp salt and pepper 1 29 oz. can baked beans brown beef with onions garlic and celery. dissolve boullion cubes. stir everything into meat. bake bake for 1 hour. or simmer on stovetop. fry bacon and crumble on top. &&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&& THIS TATER TOT CASSEROLE IS SO EASY-AMY LOVES Tater Tot Casserole 2 lbs thawed hamburger 1 chopped onion Mix and put into 9 x13 pan top with 1 can cheddar cheese soup.Thin soup with a little water. Top soup with 1 32 oz bag of tater tots. bake 350 for 1 hour &&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&& Chicken Cashew Casserole 1 c. cooked chicken, cut up (or turkey) this is so very very very good. easy too. 1 can undiluted cream of mushroom soup 2 tbsp. tomato paste 1 1/2 c. celery, coarsely cut I added tiny chopped carrots. whole onion 1 tbsp. minced onion 8 oz sour cream.pour 1 stick butter over top 1/4 lb. cashew nuts, chopped (salted I used Ritz. did not use tomato paste or unsalted) 30 crumbled crackers (Saltines or Ritz) Salt & pepper to taste Mix all ingredients (except crumbs). Place layers of mixture in 1 1/2 quart dish alternating with layers of 2 cups of crumbs, ending with crumbs on top. Bake uncovered for 40 minutes at 325 degrees. Makes 5 to 6 servings 777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777 Baked Spaghetti the BesT STUFF. WE LOVE IT. easy to make 2 Lbs ground beef a great take to church dish. 1 large onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, chopped 28 oz can diced tomatoes 29 oz can tomato sauce 2 tsp seasoned salt 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1/2 tsp pepper 3 tsp Italian seasoning I at least double all seasoning 1 1/2 tsp sugar 2 Tbsp dried parsley 16 oz cooked spaghetti 2 cups shredded cheddar 1 cup shredded Montery Jack Brown Ground Beef , onion, garlic and seasoned salt in a large stew pot. Drain. Add tomatoes, tomato sauce, salt, garlic powder, pepper, Italian seasoning, sugar and parsley. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, Cook pasta according to package directions. Cover bottom of a deep 13x9 casserole with a thin layer of sauce , just enough to keep it from sticking. Add a layer of pasta and cover with 1/3 of the cheddar and 1/3 of the Montery Jack. Repeat layers of sauce, pasta and cheese. Add final layer of sauce. 350 for 45 min Bake until cheese is melted and bubbly, about 5 more minutes 777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777 Helen's Lasagna THIS IS SO EASY AND VERY VERY GOOD 1 lb hamburger chopped onion 8oz box lasagna noodles 1 16 oz jar spagetti sauce cheddar cheese to taste Cook noodles according to directions and drain brown hamburger and onion, mix in the spagetti sauce. layer sauce-cheese-noodles repeat bake 350 for 1 hr. This is so easy and takes a very few ingredients. It is very good. &&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&& RITZY CHICKEN CASSEROLE-----------------very very good 8 oz. cream cheese 1/2 C. sour cream 2 (10 3/4 oz.) can cream of chicken soup 6 . diced cooked boneless chicken breasts---I used 7.. made 8 cups chunked chicken 2 roll Ritz crackers (50 crackers) 2 sticks melted butter Soften cream cheese. Add sour cream, soups, chopped onion and chicken.(I boiled the chicken first) Pour into a 9 x 13-inch ovenproof baking dish. To make topping, crush crackers to make crumbs. Combine with butter. Sprinkle over chicken mixture. Bake 350 for 30-40 min. 88888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888 die for! Wonderful with mashed potatoes and bread and a veggie. Mushroom Pork Tenderloin WOW crockpot GOOD 2 pork tenderloins (1 lb. each) 1 can golden mushroom soup 1 can cream of mushroom soup 1 can French onion soup Hot mashed potatoes, optional Place pork in a crockpot. In a bowl, combine soups; stir until smooth. Pour over pork. Cover and cook on low 4 to 5 hours or until meat is tender. Serve with mashed potatoes if desired. This makes its own gravy. &&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&& Hamburger Gravy 1 lb ground beef 1 can cream of mushroom soup fantastic 1/2 cup milk 1 can pieces & stems mushrooms (drained) 1 1/2 tsp beef bouillon granules 3 cups hot mashed potatoes In a large skillet, cook beef over med heat till no longer pink; drain. Stir in the soup, milk, mushrooms and bouillon. Reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered for 10-15 mins till heated thru, stirring occasionally. Serve over mashed potatoes. 777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777 Bean Soup we both love this alot 1 lb white beans 1 meaty hambone or 2 hamhocks 3 quarts water 3 onions chopped 3 cloves garlic chopped 4 stalks celery chopped with leaves 1 or 2 c carrots salt pepper to taste 3 or spoons of ham seasoning Strain water from beans, put in big pot with 3 qts water and ham. Boil, reduce heat simmer for 2 hours. Stir in chopped vegetables . Cook til tender-one hour simmer. Remove ham,cut in small bits. Return to pot. Discard bone. ######################################################################### Best Pinto Beans In The World 1 bag of beans about 3-4 slices thick cut bacon chunked in 1 inch squares cover with water about 3 inches. cook low for an hour or two. salt pepper 77777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777 AMYS MOST REQUESTED RECIPE FOR ME TO MAKE IS THESE POTATOES Amys Party Potatoes 32 0z. hash brown potatoes thawed 1/4 cup chopped onion 1 cup sour cream 1 can cream of chicken soup 1. mix all and put into greased casserole or 9x13 pan. 2. spread small jar of cheeze whiz or softened velveeta on top. 3. combine 2 cups of crushed corn flakes with 1/2 stick of melted butter. spread on top. 4. pour another 1/2 stick of butter over all. bake at 350 for 40 minutes. &&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&& Hashbrown crockpot taters WITH HAM great for breakfast for a crowd 1 32 oz bag of frozen hashbrowns 1 stick of melted butter 1 8 oz. sour cream 1 can cream of chicken soup 1 small onion chopped cubed ham(not in the recipe, but I added it myself) 1 bag of shredded cheddar cheese Just mix it all together. You can put in in the oven at 350 for about 30 minutes, but I like to do the crock pot instead. I put it on low for about 2 hours or high for about an hour. It's pretty easy. Glad you liked it.--make in crockpot dont over cook -- $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ I made the above reicpe adding cooked chopped chicken and a can of refried beans mixed with a can of rotel. Layer bean mixture inbetween the tater stuff. was good. made big corningware full 77777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777777 CROCKPOT PIZZA DONT OVER COOK-SO GOOD Crockpot Pizza 1 1/2 lbs hamburger browned with onions 16 oz. cooked rigatoni 1 lb. mozzerella cheese 1 can cream of mushroom soup 1 qt. pizza sauce 1/4 lb. thinly sliced and diced pepperoni 2 cups cheddar cheese split everything in 1/2 layer in the crockpot in order given cook on low for 4 hours. do not over cook. this is great with garlick bread and salad. &&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&& OH MY GOSH HEAVENLY CASSEROLE IS JUST HEAVENLY-BRIAN&AMY LOVES IT HEAVENLY GROUND BEEF CASSEROLE 2 lb. ground beef 2 t. minced garlic 1/2 t. salt 28 oz. tomato sauce 1 can (4 oz.) diced green chilies, optional 8 oz. cream cheese, softened 1 pt. sour cream 1 c. chopped onions 1 lb. egg noodles 3 c. shredded mozzarella cheese Brown ground beef until done. Then add garlic, salt, green chilies and tomato sauce. Simmer for 30 minutes. While that simmers, mix together cream cheese. sour cream and onions. Cook noodles. In a pan 9x13 that has been sprayed with a non-stick cooking spray, Layer: 1/3 of sauce, 1/2 noodles, 1/2 cream cheese mixture, 1/2 mozzarella cheese, cover with 1/3 more sauce , remaining noodles, cream cheese, mozzarella cheese and sauce. Bake at 350, uncovered for 30 minutes Remove from oven, cover and let sit for 10 min. before serving. **************************************************************** Green Pea Casserole------------ 1 cup chopped onion------------------ 1 cup chopped celery 1 cup chopped green pepper 1 16 oz can green peas--drained 1 can cream of mushroom soup 1 8 0z. can water chestnuts 1 cup soft bread crumbs melt butter in saucepan over low heat, add onions, celery, and green pepper. cook over low heat untill tender. remove from heat. Add remaining ingredients except the bread crumbs. bake at 350 for 30 minutes or untill hot and bubbly and crumbs are browned. $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ OK, THIS MEXICAN MACARONI IS THE BEST&EASY-almost like a dip MEXICAN MACARONI 8 oz mac noodles cooked and drained 8 oz sour cream 1 can rotel tomatoes/chilies 1 can cream of mushroom soup 5 oz can chopped green chilies 4 oz montery jack cheese grated 4 oz chedder cheese grated combine all, except half of cheeses and pour into 9X13 pyrex dish. add remainingcheese to top and BAKE at 350 for about 30 min. I have just popped into the microwave and it was wonderful ************************************************************************************************ Simply Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas ******************* 1 or 2 lb chicken breasts, diced 1 large onion, chopped DO NOT DELETE wonderfull loved them 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 8 (8 inch) flour tortillas, softened 11 used 10 1 1/2 cups grated monterey jack cheese or Mexican blend cheese, divided 1 stick butter 1/4 cup flour 1 (15 ounce) can chicken broth 1 cup sour cream 1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies 1 can rotel In frypan, cook chicken and onion together in oil over medium-high heat until chicken is done. Divide cooked chicken between 8 tortillas; add 1 1/2 tablespoons cheese to each tortilla. Roll enchiladas and place seam-side down in 9x13" baking dish that has been lightly sprayed. Melt butter in a medium saucepan; stir in flour to make a roux; stir til bubbly; whisk in chicken broth then bring to boiling, stirring frequently. Remove from heat; stir in sour cream and green chiles; pour sauce evenly over enchiladas. Top with remaining 3/4 cup cheese (baking dish may be double-wrapped and frozen at this point) and bake at 400� for 20 min **************************************************************************************************** this is my old fashion bread stuffing that I have made for years. Helen's Bread Stuffing 2 large onions diced 2 c diced celery 2 c butter SAUTE in dutch oven when onion is tender ADD 10 cups homemade bread torn up 2 tsp salt-sage-thyme-pepper MIX put in casserole and bake till hot. can add giblets if desired. If to dry add some broth. 88888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888 Crockpot Cornbread Dressing --------------------great-------------did this for thanksgiving Cook: 4 hrs on LOW 4 1/2 cups cornbread crumbs 1 (16-ounce) package herb stuffing mix (Pepperidge Farm) 2 (10 3/4-ounce) cans cream of chicken soup 2 (14-ounce) cans low-sodium chicken broth (1 quart box ) 1 medium onion, chopped (2 large onions) 1/2 cup chopped celery (4 stalks at least-1 cup) 4 large eggs 1 tablespoon rubbed sage (2 Tbsp rubbed sage) 1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste) 1/2 teaspoon pepper (to taste) 2 tablespoons butter, cut up (1 stick butter melted and mixed in) Stir together cornbread crumbs, stuffing mix, and next 8 ingredients in a large bowl. Pour cornbread mixture into a lightly greased 5 1/2- or 6-quart slow cooker. Dot with butter. 8888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888 ##################################################################### Rice Krispie Sweet Potato Casserole this was loved 1 large can and 1 small can sweet potatoes, drained, to equal 3 cups. 1 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup melted butter 2 eggs, well beaten 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/3 cup milk 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon Combine all ingredients and spoon into a greased casserole dish. Topping: 2 cups Rice Krispies 1 cup chopped pecans 1-cup brown sugar 1 stick butter, melted Combine all ingredients and spoon over casserole, and pack down slightly. Bake for 20 minutes in a reheated 400-degree oven. Topping will be browned. 88888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888 I HAVE MADE THIS DIP DOZENS OF TIMES- AMY LOVES IT Avacado Dip 1 jar picanti sauce 1 container avacado dip 1 container sour cream 1 can refried beans chopped lettuce tomatoes green onions shredded chedder cheese layer in cake pan serve with tortilla chips. ***************************************************************