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Grab a hot cup of Earle gray and look over the good stuff! I hate to say it but if you are a serious cook you are probably in the wrong place. Since my four children left the house "cook" is a four letter word! It has to be easy, quick, good and take very few ingredients. I admit that only recipes that I like and use are here. Ladydog and I have no time for serious cooking but we have plenty of time serious eating. I have included a few things that my sister Mary likes too. These were found on the net, in my favorite cookbooks, freinds and quite a few from ALLRECIPES.COM put in first to get them out of my email! :). I take no credit for producing any of the recipes here. As I said we eat not cook. Maybe you will find something here you will like, if so enjoy!
THANKS for stopping by
Lioness and Ladydog
Grab a hot cup of Earle gray and look over the good stuff! I hate to say it but if you are a serious cook you are probably in the wrong place. Since my four children left the house "cook" is a four letter word! It has to be easy, quick, good and take very few ingredients. I admit that only recipes that I like and use are here. Ladydog and I have no time for serious cooking but we have plenty of time serious eating. I have included a few things that my sister Mary likes too. These were found on the net, in my favorite cookbooks, freinds and quite a few from ALLRECIPES.COM put in first to get them out of my email! :). I take no credit for producing any of the recipes here. As I said we eat not cook. Maybe you will find something here you will like, if so enjoy!
THANKS for stopping by
Lioness and Ladydog
INDEX:
#1....Cream Cheese, Garlic, and Chive Stuffed Chicken
#2....Pico De Gallo..Authentic Mexican Dipping Sauce
#3....Marinated Cauliflower .. In Italian Dressing
#4....Crispy Cucumbers and Tomatoes in Dill Dressing
#5....Baked Tomatoes Oregano
#6....Creamy Potato Pork Chop Bake
#7....Snickers 75th Anniversary Cake
#8....Cheese and Bacon Potato Balls
#9....Jerky Lover's Jerky - Sweet, Hot and Spicy!
#10...Carrots in Dill Butter
#11...Shredded Beef Chimichangas
#12...Jello Magic Milk Shake
#13...Salsa Chicken Burrito Filling
#14...Microwave Tater-Tot Casserole
#15...Long Island Tea
#16...Pyramid Salad
For those times when you have that urge and nothing else will do! 5 MINUTE CHOCOLATE MUG CAKE 4 tablespoons flour 4 tablespoons sugar 2 tablespoons baking cocoa 1 egg 3 tablespoons milk 3 tablespoons oil 3 tablespoons chocolate chips(optional) a small splash of vanilla essence 1 coffee mug Add dry ingredients to mug, and mix well Add the egg and mix thoroughly. Pour in the milk and oil and mix well. Add the chocolate chips (if using) and vanilla essence, and mix again. Put your mug in the microwave and cook for 3 minutes at 1000 watts. The cake will rise over the top of the mug, but don't be alarmed! Allow to cool a little, and tip out onto a plate if desired. EAT! (this can serve 2 if you want to feel slightly more virtuous). And why is this the most dangerous cake recipe in the world? Because now we are all only 5 minutes away from chocolate cake at any time of the day or night!
Recipe #1
Recipe #2
Recipe #3
Recipe #4
Recipe #5
Recipe #6
Recipe #7
Recipe #8
Recipe #9
This recipe is more envolved than I usually like and I havent tried it yet. But Ladydogs favorite treat is jerky (we make our own when we can!) and she is worth the trouble! Also it is a lot cheaper to make than to buy and doesn't have all the additives.
Recipe #10
Recipe #11
Usually deep fried, chimichangas can also be oven-fried with less mess, fuss, and fat. Use the filling in burritos as well. You may also deep fry, if desired.
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Recipe # 12
Recipe # 13
Recipe # 14
Recipe # 15
Recipe #16
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#1....Cream Cheese, Garlic, and Chive Stuffed Chicken
#2....Pico De Gallo..Authentic Mexican Dipping Sauce
#3....Marinated Cauliflower .. In Italian Dressing
#4....Crispy Cucumbers and Tomatoes in Dill Dressing
#5....Baked Tomatoes Oregano
#6....Creamy Potato Pork Chop Bake
#7....Snickers 75th Anniversary Cake
#8....Cheese and Bacon Potato Balls
#9....Jerky Lover's Jerky - Sweet, Hot and Spicy!
#10...Carrots in Dill Butter
#11...Shredded Beef Chimichangas
#12...Jello Magic Milk Shake
#13...Salsa Chicken Burrito Filling
#14...Microwave Tater-Tot Casserole
#15...Long Island Tea
#16...Pyramid Salad
For those times when you have that urge and nothing else will do! 5 MINUTE CHOCOLATE MUG CAKE 4 tablespoons flour 4 tablespoons sugar 2 tablespoons baking cocoa 1 egg 3 tablespoons milk 3 tablespoons oil 3 tablespoons chocolate chips(optional) a small splash of vanilla essence 1 coffee mug Add dry ingredients to mug, and mix well Add the egg and mix thoroughly. Pour in the milk and oil and mix well. Add the chocolate chips (if using) and vanilla essence, and mix again. Put your mug in the microwave and cook for 3 minutes at 1000 watts. The cake will rise over the top of the mug, but don't be alarmed! Allow to cool a little, and tip out onto a plate if desired. EAT! (this can serve 2 if you want to feel slightly more virtuous). And why is this the most dangerous cake recipe in the world? Because now we are all only 5 minutes away from chocolate cake at any time of the day or night!
Cream Cheese, Garlic, and Chive Stuffed Chicken | |
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1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened 2 tablespoons dried chives 1 clove garlic, minced 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, butterflied 4 slices turkey bacon ( I use regular bacon) 2 tablespoons butter, melted |
~~DIRECTIONS~~
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). 2. In a bowl, mix the cream cheese, chives, and garlic. Divide the mixture into 4 balls. 3. Place 1 cream cheese ball in the center of each butterflied chicken breast half. Fold the chicken over the cream cheese, wrap with a slice of turkey bacon, and secure with toothpicks. Arrange the chicken in a baking dish. Pour the butter over the chicken. 4. Bake 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the bacon is crisp and the chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear. |
Pico De Gallo | |
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~~INGREDIENTS~~
1 medium tomato, diced 1 onion, finely chopped 1/2 fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped 2 sprigs fresh cilantro, finely chopped 1 green onion, finely chopped 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper |
~~DIRECTIONS~~
1. In a medium bowl, combine tomato, onion, jalapeno pepper (to taste,)
cilantro and green onion. Season with garlic powder, salt and pepper.
Stir until evenly distributed. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
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Marinated Cauliflower | |
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~~INGREDIENTS~~
1 head cauliflower, broken into small florets 1 (8 ounce) bottle Italian dressing 1 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup bacon bits 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese |
~~DIRECTIONS~~
1. Place cauliflower in a large bowl and cover with Italian dressing.
Cover and refrigerate overnight. 2. Drain cauliflower and stir in mayonnaise, bacon bits and cheese. |
Crispy Cucumbers and Tomatoes in Dill Dressing | |
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1/4 cup cider vinegar 1 teaspoon white sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh dill weed 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 cucumbers, sliced 1 cup sliced red onion 2 ripe tomatoes, cut into wedges |
~~DIRECTIONS~~
1. In a large bowl, mix the vinegar, sugar, salt, dill, pepper, and
oil. Add cucumbers, onion, and tomatoes. Toss, and let stand at least 15
minutes before serving. |
Baked Tomatoes Oregano | |
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4 large ripe tomatoes, sliced 1/4 inch thick 1/8 cup grated Romano cheese 1/2 cup fresh bread crumbs 1 clove garlic, minced 2 sprigs fresh parsley, chopped salt and pepper to taste 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1 tablespoon olive oil |
~~DIRECTIONS~~
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Coat a shallow baking
dish with cooking spray. 2. Place tomato slices close together in prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese, bread crumbs, garlic, parsley, salt, pepper, and oregano. Drizzle with olive oil. 3. Bake for 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until cheese is lightly toasted. |
Creamy Potato Pork Chop Bake | |
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1 tablespoon vegetable oil 6 pork chops 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of celery soup 1/2 cup milk 1/2 cup sour cream salt and pepper to taste 1 (20 ounce) package frozen hash brown potatoes, thawed 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese 1 1/2 cups French-fried onions, divided |
~~DIRECTIONS~~
1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add pork chops
and saute until browned. Remove from skillet and drain on paper toweling. 2. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). 3. In a medium bowl mix together soup, milk, sour cream and salt and pepper to taste. Stir in potatoes, 1/2 cup cheese and 1/2 cup onions. Mix together and spread mixture in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Arrange pork chops over potato mixture. 4. Cover dish and bake in the preheated oven for about 40 minutes, or until internal temperature of pork has reached 160 degrees F (70 degrees C). Remove cover; top with remaining cheese and onions and bake uncovered for 5 more minutes. |
Snickers 75th Anniversary Cake | |
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1 bag SNICKERS fun size bars 1 box yellow cake mix 1 16oz can ready to use chocolate frosting |
~~DIRECTIONS~~
1. Prepare cake mix according to pkg directions for a 2-layer cake. FROST the bottom layer of the cake. 2. Unwrap and chop the candy bars into bite size pieces. SPRINKLE 1/2 - 3/4 of the bars on frosted bottom layer. 3. Place 2nd layer of cake on top and frost the entire cake. (sides too) 4. Sprinkle the rest of the chopped candy bars on the top and decorate the sides with mini or regular M&Ms. |
Cheese and Bacon Potato Balls | |
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5 medium baking potatoes, peeled and diced 1 tablespoon butter 2 tablespoons milk, or as needed 4 ounces shredded processed cheese 1 1/4 tablespoons Parmesan cheese 2 slices bacon, diced |
~~DIRECTIONS~~
1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). 2. Place the potatoes into a pot with enough lightly salted water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until tender. Drain. 3. While the potatoes are cooking, fry the bacon pieces in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned, but not totally crisp. 4. Mash the potatoes with the butter, milk and cheese until fairly smooth. Use a potato masher or a whisk. Mix in the bacon. Form balls aboutt the size of large ice cream scoops, and place them on a greased baking sheet. Scrape the top and sides with a fork to make textured lines over the balls. Sprinkle about 1 tablespoon of Parmesan cheese over the top of each one. 5. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven, or until cheese is golden brown. |
This recipe is more envolved than I usually like and I havent tried it yet. But Ladydogs favorite treat is jerky (we make our own when we can!) and she is worth the trouble! Also it is a lot cheaper to make than to buy and doesn't have all the additives.
Jerky Lover's Jerky - Sweet, Hot and Spicy! | |
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1 tablespoon onion powder 1 tablespoon garlic powder 2 teaspoons cracked black pepper, or to taste 1 pound lean beef sirloin tip, sliced into 1/8 inch strips 1/2 cup brown sugar 2/3 cup soy sauce 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar 5 tablespoons liquid smoke flavoring 1/2 cup pineapple juice 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste (optional) Hint: Careful of the black and red pepper.. a little goes a long way! |
~~DIRECTIONS~~
1. In a small bowl or cup, mix together the onion powder, garlic
powder, and some cracked black pepper. Season the meat lightly, using only
part of the mixture. Reserve the remaining spices. Place into an airtight
plastic container or bowl, and refrigerate. 2. In a saucepan over medium heat, mix together the brown sugar, soy sauce, teriyaki sauce, Worcestershire sauce, balsamic vinegar, liquid smoke flavoring and pineapple juice. Heat until the brown sugar has completely dissolved. Pour over the meat, and mix by hand to coat really well. Seal the bowl, and refrigerate for at least 3 hours to marinate. 3. Arrange the beef strips on the rack of a dehydrator, and sprinkle with a little bit more of the spice mixture and red pepper flakes if using. Dry for 5 hours, or to your desired dryness. Hint: Use an electric knife and slice a semi frozen sirloin for the ease of cutting and for thinner uniform slices. Or do as I do and have the Butcher slice it the thickness you want.L&L |
Carrots in Dill Butter | |
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8 carrots, peeled and sliced into 1 inch pieces 1/2 cup water 2 tablespoons butter 1 teaspoon white sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon dill seed |
~~DIRECTIONS~~
1. In a medium-sized heavy saucepan, combine carrots, water, butter,
sugar, salt and dill seed. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, cover and
simmer 25 to 30 minutes, or until carrots are tender and most of the liquid is absorbed. |
Usually deep fried, chimichangas can also be oven-fried with less mess, fuss, and fat. Use the filling in burritos as well. You may also deep fry, if desired.
Shredded Beef Chimichangas | |
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2 pounds boneless beef chuck roast, trimmed of fat 1/4 cup water 1 1/2 cups beef broth 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar 2 tablespoons chili powder 1 teaspoon ground cumin 4 (8 inch) flour tortilla 3 tablespoons butter, melted 1 1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese 1 cup sour cream 1 cup salsa |
~~DIRECTIONS~~
1. Place beef in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Pour in water. Cover,
and cook for 30 minutes. Remove cover, and cook until liquid has
evaporated, and beef is well browned, about 10 minutes. In a medium bowl,
combine beef broth, red wine vinegar, chili powder and cumin. Pour over
beef. Cover, and cook until meat is very tender, and pulls apart easily,
about 2 hours. Allow to cool, then shred and mix with pan juices. 2. Preheat oven to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C). 3. Brush both sides each tortilla with melted butter. Spoon shredded beef filling down center of each tortilla. Fold ends over filling, then fold sides to center to make a packet. Place chimichangas, seam side down, in a 9- by 13-inch baking pan. 4. Bake in preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until golden brown. Serve with shredded cheese, sour cream and salsa. |
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Check off what you have in the fridge and cupboard.. click "Find Recipe". Wonderful! The results are always interesting and Useable!
JELLO MAGIC MILK SHAKE | |
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1 qt. (4 cups) milk 1 pkg. (4-serving size) JELL-O Brand Gelatin, any flavor 1/2 cup vanilla ice cream, softened |
~~DIRECTIONS~~
PLACE milk, gelatin and ice cream in large pitcher with tight-fitting lid; cover. Shake vigorously 1 minute or until well blended. Pour into 4 glasses. Serve immediately. Using more icecream and less milk with added fruit is great too! L&L |
Salsa Chicken Burrito Filling | |
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2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves 1 (4 ounce) can tomato sauce 1/4 cup salsa 1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix 1 teaspoon ground cumin 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon chili powder hot sauce to taste |
~~DIRECTIONS~~
1. Place chicken breasts and tomato sauce in a medium saucepan over
medium high heat. Bring to a boil, then add the salsa, seasoning, cumin,
garlic and chili powder. Let simmer for 15 minutes. 2. With a fork, start pulling the chicken meat apart into thin strings. Keep cooking pulled chicken meat and sauce, covered, for another 5 to 10 minutes. Add hot sauce to taste and stir together (Note: You may need to add a bit of water if the mixture is cooked too high and gets too thick.) |
Microwave Tater-Tot Casserole | |
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1/2 (32 ounce) package frozen potato rounds 1/2 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup with herbs 1/4 pound shredded Cheddar cheese 1 tablespoon sour cream 1/2 (15 ounce) can green beans, drained 4 slices ham, chopped salt and pepper to taste (optional) |
~~DIRECTIONS~~
1. Pour the potato rounds into a 9x13 inch glass baking dish. Heat in
the microwave for about 2 minutes to thaw. The potato rounds should be
cold, but not frozen. 2. In a medium bowl, stir together the cream of chicken soup, Cheddar cheese, and sour cream. Stir in the green beans and ham. Stir this mixture into the potato rounds until evenly blended. 3. Return to the microwave, and cook on high power for 5 minutes, or until heated all of the way through. If you have a high powered microwave, you may want to check on your casserole every two minutes or so. Season with salt and pepper, and serve. |
LONG ISLAND ICED TEA | |
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3 parts Triple Sec 1 part Light Rum 1 part Dark Rum 1 part Vodka 1 part Gin 1 part Vermouth 3 parts Sweet & Sour Mixer (Tavern brand is best) 6 parts Coca Cola (try not to use Pepsi, it's too sweet for this) 1/2 part Tequila (optional to taste;) and, of course, Ice. |
~~DIRECTIONS~~
!!! Not for beginers! Drink lightly...or crawl slowly! There are other recipes for this and Texas Tea.. this is supposed to be the original. |
Pyramid Salad | |
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1 pkg strawberry jello 2 c. boiling water 2 (10oz) pkgs frozen sliced strawberries 1 (8oz) pkg cream cheese 1/2 c. sugar 1 8oz cool whip 1/2 c. butter 1-1/2 c. pretzels broken |
~~DIRECTIONS~~
1. Disolve jello in the boiling water
Add the strawberries.. put into a 9x9 pan and chill until set. 2. Beat cream cheese and sugar together then fold in the cool whip... spread over the top of the set jello 3. Melt butter and add the pretzels to coat. 4. Spread coated pretzels on a cookie sheet and bake 5-10 minutes in a 300 degree oven... Let cool 5. Sprinkle pretzels over jello/cool whip **can use raspberries and also sprinkle with powdered sugar. |
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