26Apr/12Off
Macaroni and Cheese With Broccoli and Chicken

- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lb chicken breast tenders, chopped
- salt and pepper
- 1 small white onion, chopped
- 3 tablespoons green onions or 3 tablespoons chives
- 1 lb elbow macaroni
- 2 1/2 cups raw broccoli florets, chopped
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 3 cups yellow sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese or 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese
Directions:
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Heat a medium pan over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and chicken and season with salt and pepper. Saute a couple of minutes then add onion and chives and cook another 6 minutes until onions are tender and chicken is cooked through. Turn off heat and reserve.
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In a separate pot boil water, add pasta and salt. Cook 5 minutes, then add broccoli and cook 3 minutes more or until pasta is cooked to al dente and the broccoli is just tender.
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Meanwhile, heat a large pot over medium heat. Add butter and melt, then add flour, cayenne and garlic and whisk together over heat until it thickens, then cook a minute more. Whisk in milk, heavy cream and stock and raise heat to bring the sauce to a quick boil. Simmer until the sauce thickens about 5 minutes.
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Drain macaroni and broccoli florets. Add back to the pot and add chicken to the pasta and broccoli.
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Add cheese to milk sauce and stir. Pour sauce over pasta and stir to combine.
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Put pasta in a 9" x 13" glass baking pan. Sprinkle with the shredded cheese and broil for 5 minutes.
Read more: http://www.food.com/recipe/macaroni-and-cheese-with-broccoli-and-chicken-255887
26Apr/12Off
Spaghetti With Tomatoes, Bacon, and Onions

- 4 slices bacon, cut into 1/4 inch pieces
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 1 -2 garlic clove, minced
- 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can whole canned tomatoes, with juices
- salt
- fresh coarse ground black pepper
- 1 lb spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- grated parmesan cheese
Directions:
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Saute bacon in a skillet until partially browned; drain off most of the fat.
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Add olive oil to the skillet; heat over low heat.
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Add in onion; stir/saute until tender but not browned, about 5 minutes.
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Add in garlic; saute 1 minute.
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Add in tomatoes; cook, stirring to break up the tomatoes with the side of a spoon, until sauce is slightly thickened, about 10 minutes.
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Season to taste with salt and pepper.
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Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente, about 6 minutes; drain.
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Toss with the sauce and parsley; sprinkle with grated cheese and serve.
Read more: http://www.food.com/recipe/spaghetti-with-tomatoes-bacon-and-onions-248014
26Apr/12Off
Green Goddess Ranch Salad Dressing With Dip Variation

- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 3 ounces 1% low-fat milk
- 1/8 cup minced green onion (I've also used yellow onions or whatever kind I have on hand)
- 1/8 cup parsley (fresh or dried)
- 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 tablespoon cider vinegar
- 1 -2 anchovy, minced (optional-freeze leftovers)
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Directions:
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Mix everything together and chill for at least 4 hours to let flavors blend- overnight is best.
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To use this yummy recipe as a dip, leave out the milk.
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Note: 1 serving (30gm) equals about 2 tablespoons.
Read more: http://www.food.com/recipe/green-goddess-ranch-salad-dressing-with-dip-variation-357592
26Apr/12Off
Roasted Shrimp Salad

- 2 1/2 lbs shrimp (16-20 count)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
- 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, divided
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon orange zest (2 oranges-I only needed 1)
- 2 tablespoons orange juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, minced
- 2 tablespoons capers, drained
- 2 tablespoons red onions, small-diced
- mixed greens
Directions:
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Preheat oven to 400.
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Peel/devein shrimp.
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Place on sheet pan with olive oil, 1 t salt, 1/2 t pepper and toss together.
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Spread in one layer and roast for 6 to 8 minutes just until pink and firm.
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Allow to cool for 3 minutes.
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Whisk together the mayonnaise, orange zest, orange juice, vinegar, 1/2 t salt, 1/2 t pepper.
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When shrimp are cooled, add them to sauce and toss.
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Add dill, capers and red onion and toss.
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Let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes or chill and serve at room temperature.
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Serve over mixed greens.
Read more: http://www.food.com/recipe/roasted-shrimp-salad-355989
26Apr/12Off
Spinach Lemon Chicken Breast

- 10 ounces fresh spinach
- 1/4 cup onion, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- salt
- pepper
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup dry white wine
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons garlic, minced
Directions:
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Preheat oil in skillet. Cook spinach and onion over medium heat until just wilted. Remove from skillet and set aside.
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Combine flour, salt and pepper. Dredge chicken in flour.
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Melt butter in skillet. Add chicken. Cook about 4-5 minutes per side, just until golden brown. Remove chicken to heated dish.
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Add broth, wine, lemon juice and garlic. Deglaze pan and cook sauce about 2 minutes, until reduced by half. Add spinach.
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Plate chicken over starch of choice (rice, potatoes or pasta). Pour spinach and sauce over all to serve.
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May be served "family style" by placing all on a single large platter.
Read more: http://www.food.com/recipe/spinach-lemon-chicken-breast-310087