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4 Servings
Ground Beef American
Kid Friendly Winter Bake ComfortFood Main Dish American Ground Beef Dinner Lunch Spring Salty

1 pound ground beef
1/2 pound ground mild Italian sausage
1/2 cup chopped yellow onion
1/2 cup chopped red or green bell pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 cup coarse dried bread crumbs, preferably sourdough or Italian
Optional: 2 tablespoons dry red wine
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon dried basil, crushed
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce, divided
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided

Preheat oven to 350 degrees (F). Lightly oil a 9- x 5-inch loaf pan. If using a silicone pan, place on a sturdy baking sheet. In a large bowl, combine beef, sausage, onion, bell pepper, garlic, bread crumbs, optional wine, egg, Worcestershire, parsley, basil, oregano, salt, pepper, Parmesan and 1/2 cup each tomato sauce and mozzarella. Spoon into prepared pan and gently pack down. Bake 45 minutes. Pour off drippings. Spread remaining tomato sauce on top of the loaf and sprinkle with remaining 1 cup mozzarella. Bake until an internal temperature reaches 160 degrees on an instant read thermometer. The cheese should be melted and the sauce should be bubbling. Let stand 10 minutes, pour off drippings, and remove from pan before slicing.

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]]>Sun, 05 Jul 2009 19:48:51 GMTrecipesChargrilled Chicken with Orange, Asparagus & Beans - BigOven.comhttp://www.bigoven.com/170458-Chargrilled-Chicken-with-Orange%2c-Asparagus-%26-Beans-recipe.htmlChargrilled Chicken with Orange, Asparagus and Beans recipe - BigOven.com4 Servings
Chicken Mediterranean
Main Dish Grill Diabetic Chicken Mediterranean

2.0 large (about 500g) single chicken breast fillets
4.9 mililiters ground cinnamon
78.9 mililiters fresh orange juice
9.9 mililiters honey
9.9 mililiters olive oil
2.0 bunches asparagus, woody ends trimmed, halved diagonally
150.0 grams baby green beans, topped
9.9 mililiters white wine vinegar
1.0 can (400 g) butter beans, rinsed, drained
1.0 orange, segmented
78.9 mililiters fresh continental parsley leaves

Place the chicken in a glass dish. Combine cinnamon and half the orange juice, honey and oil in a jug. Pour over chicken and turn to coat. Cover and place in the fridge for 15 minutes to marinate. Cook the asparagus and green beans in a saucepan of lightly salted boiling water for 2 minutes or until bright green and tender crisp. Refresh under cold running water. Drain. Preheat a chargrill on high. Add the chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes each side or until just cooked through. Transfer to a plate and set aside for 5 minutes to cool. Thinly slice across the grain. Meanwhile, whisk the vinegar and the remaining orange juice, honey and oil in a jug. Taste and season with pepper. Place the asparagus, green beans, butter beans, orange and parsley in a bowl and toss to combine. Divide salad among serving plates. Top with chicken and drizzle over the dressing to serve. Per Serving (excluding unknown items): 312 Calories; 7g Fat (18.9% calories from fat); 25g Protein; 40g Carbohydrate; 8g Dietary Fiber; 41g Cholesterol; 46g Sodium.

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]]>Sun, 05 Jul 2009 19:48:51 GMTrecipesAsian Chicken Noodle Soup - BigOven.comhttp://www.bigoven.com/172769-Asian-Chicken-Noodle-Soup-recipe.htmlAsian Chicken Noodle Soup recipe - BigOven.com6 Servings
Chicken Asian
Low fat Low Calorie cabbage ramen Mushrooms vegetable broth Chicken Asian

8 ounce package mushrooms
1/2 cup matchstick carrots
1 inch fresh gingerroot peeled and finely chopped
2 garlic cloves minced
1 cup water
4 cups vegetable broth
2 tablespoon soy sauce
2 cups cabbage diced
1 package chicken ramen
2 chicken breasts cooked and diced
1/2 cup scallions thinly sliced

Bring broth, water, soy sauce, ramen seasoning packet, mushrooms, carrots, garlic and cabbage to boil over medium-high heat. Add chicken,noodles and scallions. Cover and remove from heat. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

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]]>Sun, 05 Jul 2009 19:48:51 GMTrecipesPolynesian Crockpot Spareribs - BigOven.comhttp://www.bigoven.com/172768-Polynesian-Crockpot-Spareribs-recipe.htmlPolynesian Crockpot Spareribs recipe - BigOven.com5 Servings
Pork ribs Caribbean
Main Dish Asian Caribbean Pork Slow cook Fall Picnics Spring Summer Superbowl Winter Kid Friendly Pork ribs

3 -4 lbs pork spareribs
5 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 teaspoon seasoning salt
1 cup chicken broth

Place ribs in the bottom of your slow cooker. Mix remaining ingredients and pour over ribs. Cover and and cook on low for 8 - 9 hours.

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]]>Sun, 05 Jul 2009 19:48:51 GMTrecipesGranola - BigOven.comhttp://www.bigoven.com/170966-Granola-recipe.htmlGranola recipe - BigOven.com12 Servings
Rolled Oats American
Sweet Nutty Breakfast Snacks Rolled Oats American

3 cups Rolled Oats
1 cup slivered almonds
1 cup Cashews
3/4 cup sweetened coconut shredded
1/3 cup brown sugar
1/3 cup pure maple syrup
1/4 cup vegetable oil
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup dried cranberries or raisins

Preheat oven to 250. Combine oats, almonds, cashews, coconut, and brown sugar. In a separate bowl combine syrup, oil, and salt. Combine both mixtures, pour into 2 13X9 inch pans and spread out into an even layer. Bake 45 minutes stirring every 15 minutes for even color. Transfer to large bowl. Add dried cranberries. Serve as a cereal or topping for fruit or yogurt. Its very good plain as well.

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]]>Sun, 05 Jul 2009 19:48:51 GMTrecipesThe Best Blueberry Pie - BigOven.comhttp://www.bigoven.com/172767-The-Best-Blueberry-Pie-recipe.htmlThe Best Blueberry Pie recipe - BigOven.comClick here for a larger picture of The Best Blueberry Pie
6 Servings
blueberries american
blueberries american

3 cups Blueberries
7 tablespoons corn starch
3 tablespoons water (or grape juice)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 One 9-inch pie crust
1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon allspice
Crumb topping:
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup flour
1/4 cup melted butter

Combine dry ingredients, then mix in wet ingredients. Place berries into pie crust. Pour mixture over berries in crust. Make the crumb topping, then crumble it over the top. Bake at 375 F for 1 hour, or until crust is golden and pie is bubbling. Refrigerate any leftovers; keeps for up to a week.

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]]>Sun, 05 Jul 2009 19:48:51 GMTrecipesHomemade Baked Macaroni and Cheese - BigOven.comhttp://www.bigoven.com/164276-Homemade-Baked-Macaroni-and-Cheese-recipe.htmlHomemade Baked Macaroni and Cheese recipe - BigOven.comClick here for a larger picture of Homemade Baked Macaroni and Cheese
6 Servings
Pasta American
Bake macaroni butter AP flour dry mustard cayenne milk cheese easy Side Dish Pasta American Worcestershire sauce Fall Comforting

2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
1/2 cup butter (1-stick)
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste (optional)
1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 cups milk
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese (8-ounces), grated

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a large pot of boiling, salted water cook the pasta to al dente. While macaroni is cooking, melt butter in a heavy-bottomed 3-quart saucepan over low heat. Whisk in flour, salt, pepper, mustard, cayenne and Worcestershire sauce. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until mixture is smooth and bubbly; remove from heat. Stir in milk. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly; remove from heat. Stir in cheese and cook, stirring occasionally, until cheese is melted. Drain macaroni and gently stir into cheese sauce. Pour into ungreased 2-quart casserole. Bake uncovered until bubbly, about 25 to 30 minutes. Remove from oven and rest for five minutes before serving. Makes 6 to 8 servings.

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]]>Sun, 05 Jul 2009 19:48:51 GMTrecipesPear and Stilton Salad - BigOven.comhttp://www.bigoven.com/172765-Pear-and-Stilton-Salad-recipe.htmlPear and Stilton Salad recipe - BigOven.comClick here for a larger picture of Pear and Stilton Salad
2 Servings
Pear English
pear stilton salad rocket french dressing Pear English

1 packer of rocket leaves
1 conference pear 1/2 pear per serving
1 block of stilton cheese
1 jar of French salad dressing

Scatter a handful of rocket leaves on a plate. Half a pear is enough for one person. Slice each half into 6 slices. Scatter the 6 slices (per person) onto the rocket leaves. Crumble stilton cheese over the top. Drizzle the French salad over the salad.

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]]>Sun, 05 Jul 2009 19:48:51 GMTrecipesGorgonzola Cutlets - BigOven.comhttp://www.bigoven.com/172764-Gorgonzola-Cutlets-recipe.htmlGorgonzola Cutlets recipe - BigOven.com4 Servings
Pork Italian
Cutlets Tomatoes Pasta Italian Pork Cheese

2 onions large
2 gloves garlic
1 1/2 cans tomatoes peeled
300 g cream
150 g Gorgonzola
1 Vegetable Broth
1 ts sage
4 cutlets pork or turkey

Cut the onions and garlic and fry in Olive oil. Add tomatoes and creeam. Cut gorgonzola into small pieces and add it to the sauce. Add broth and sage to the sauce. Now rub the cutlets with salt and pepper, put them into an ovenproof dish and add the sauce. Put into the oven at 150°C for about 2 hours. Serve with your favourite pasta!

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]]>Sun, 05 Jul 2009 19:48:51 GMTrecipesGreen Bean and Mushroom Almadine - BigOven.comhttp://www.bigoven.com/172763-Green-Bean-and-Mushroom-Almadine-recipe.htmlGreen Bean and Mushroom Almadine recipe - BigOven.com
Green beans American
Winter Superbowl Summer Spring Picnics Fall Quick Vegetable Vegetables Side Dish Main Dish Brunch Green beans American

1 lb. fresh green beans (any variety)
1 large sweet onion diced
1/4 cup butter (can use less)
1/2 pound fresh mushrooms
1 cup sour cream (can use low fat)
1/2 cup slivered almonds

Wash beans and cut into 1" slices. Cook beans in water for around 8 minutes or until partially cooked. Drain and dump into greased 2 qt. casserole dish. Saute onions and mushrooms in butter until onion are lightly browned. Mix sour cream into onion/mushroom mix. Spread onion/mushroom/sour cream mix on top of beans. Sprinkle almonds on top of everything. Bake in 350 degree oven for around 40 minutes..

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]]>Sun, 05 Jul 2009 19:48:51 GMTrecipesThai Chicken Sate with Spicy Peanut Sauce - BigOven.comhttp://www.bigoven.com/172762-Thai-Chicken-Sate-with-Spicy-Peanut-Sauce-recipe.htmlThai Chicken Sate with Spicy Peanut Sauce recipe - BigOven.com4 Servings
Chicken Asian
Main Dish Asian Chicken Broil

16 ounces boned and skinned chicken breast halves
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons soy sauce
0.25 teaspoon sesame oil
1 clove garlic minced
1 SPICEY; PEANUT SAUCE
2 tablespoons cilantro chopped
3 tablespoons warm water
3 tablespoons chunky peanut butter
1 teaspoon brown sugar
0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes -- crushed
0.5 teaspoon soy sauce

Cut each chicken breast half into 1 inch wide strips, slightly flatten. Thread flattened strips onto the eight 8-inch metal or bamboo skewers Place in ungreased shallow dish or 13x9" (3 quart) baking dish. In small bowl, combine orange juice, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, oil and garlic; mix well. Pour over chicken; let stand at room temperature 15 minutes, turning once. Meanwhile, in a small bowl combine all sauce ingredients; mix well. Set aside. Line broiler pan with foil; place skewers on pan. Broil 4to 6 inches from heat for 6 to 8 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink, turning once. Serve immediately with sauce. Serves 4

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]]>Sun, 05 Jul 2009 19:48:51 GMTrecipesMom's Molasses Sugar Cookies - BigOven.comhttp://www.bigoven.com/169398-Mom's-Molasses-Sugar-Cookies-recipe.htmlMom's Molasses Sugar Cookies recipe - BigOven.com24 Servings
sugar American
sugar Sweet molasses desert cookie snack American

3/4 cups soften butter
1 cup sugar
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon (each) - cloves, ginger, salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 cups flour
1/4 cup molasses
1 egg

preheat oven to 350 degrees. cream together the softened butter and sugar. beat molasses and egg into butter and sugar. mix baking soda, cloves, ginger, salt, cinnamon, and flour into mixture. after mixing, form 1 inch balls and roll in sugar. bake on ungreased cookie sheet for 8-10 minutes.

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]]>Sun, 05 Jul 2009 19:48:52 GMTrecipesJames Beards Mac and Cheese - BigOven.comhttp://www.bigoven.com/101953-James-Beards-Mac-and-Cheese-recipe.htmlJames Beards Mac and Cheese recipe - BigOven.comClick here for a larger picture of James Beards Mac and Cheese
1 Servings
Cheese Uncategorized


1/4 c Butter
1/4 c Flour
2 c Warm milk
1 ds Pepper
1/2 ts Tabasco, or more
1/2 c Heavy cream
12 oz Coarsely grated cheddar
8 oz Macaroni, cooked and drained

Preheat oven at 350 F. In a heavy saucepan over low heat, melt butter. Add flour, stir with a wooden spoon for 3 minutes or until roux is frothy and taste of raw flour is gone. Gradually stir warm milk into roux. Turn up heat, stir until sauce is just at boiling point. Turn down heat, let simmer a few minutes. Add pepper and Tabasco (it brings out the flavor, so dont be shy). Stir in heavy cream and simmer briefly until flavors are blended. Stir 3/4s of the cheese into the simmering sauce until melted. Combine sauce with macaroni, pour into 2 qt dish. sprinkle with remaining cheese, bake for 30 minutes or until bubbly and light golden. Serves 4. Posted to FOODWINE Digest 16 Dec 96 From: Nancy Murdock and lt;murdock and at;SHORE.NET and gt; Date: Mon, 16 Dec 1996 17:32:09 -0400

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]]>Sun, 05 Jul 2009 19:48:52 GMTrecipesHomemade Baked Macaroni and Cheese - BigOven.comhttp://www.bigoven.com/164276-Homemade-Baked-Macaroni-and-Cheese-recipe.htmlHomemade Baked Macaroni and Cheese recipe - BigOven.comClick here for a larger picture of Homemade Baked Macaroni and Cheese
6 Servings
Pasta American
Bake macaroni butter AP flour dry mustard cayenne milk cheese easy Side Dish Pasta American Worcestershire sauce Fall Comforting

2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
1/2 cup butter (1-stick)
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste (optional)
1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 cups milk
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese (8-ounces), grated

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a large pot of boiling, salted water cook the pasta to al dente. While macaroni is cooking, melt butter in a heavy-bottomed 3-quart saucepan over low heat. Whisk in flour, salt, pepper, mustard, cayenne and Worcestershire sauce. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until mixture is smooth and bubbly; remove from heat. Stir in milk. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly; remove from heat. Stir in cheese and cook, stirring occasionally, until cheese is melted. Drain macaroni and gently stir into cheese sauce. Pour into ungreased 2-quart casserole. Bake uncovered until bubbly, about 25 to 30 minutes. Remove from oven and rest for five minutes before serving. Makes 6 to 8 servings.

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]]>Sun, 05 Jul 2009 19:48:52 GMTrecipesGranny Smith Jnr''s Smoked Sausage Pasta Sauce - BigOven.comhttp://www.bigoven.com/172760-Granny-Smith-Jnr''s-Smoked-Sausage-Pasta-Sauce-recipe.htmlGranny Smith Jnr''s Smoked Sausage Pasta Sauce recipe - BigOven.comClick here for a larger picture of Granny Smith Jnr''s Smoked Sausage Pasta Sauce
6 Servings
Smoked sausage Italian
Summer Fry Pasta Main Dish Smoked sausage Italian

1 large Smoked sausage chopped
12 ounces Streaky bacon chopped
2 tablespoons Olive oil
2 medium Onions chopped
1 medium Green bell pepper chopped
1 medium Red bell pepper chopped
1 400 gms tin Chopped tomatoes
2 tablespoon Tomato puree
1 glass White wine
1 teaspoon Mixed italian herbs
1 qty Salt and pepper as required
2 tablespoons Creme fraiche

Fry sausage, bacon, onions and peppers in the olive oil until softened. Add the tinned tomatoes, tomato puree and white wine. Add the italian herbs and simmer for about 20 minutes. Add salt and pepper as required and, and for the last 5 minutes, add the creme fraiche and stir through the sauce. Serve with the pasta of your choice but note that pasti are designed to reflect the sauce they are used with. Therefore, for a chunky sauce like this you should use a pasta like penne.

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