Real Country Cooking: Authentic and Hearty Country Recipes [2 ed.]

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Table of Contents
Kale Stew
Polish Sausage and Cabbage
German Dumplings and Sausage
Cajun Stew
Advanced Lasagna
Eastern European Kielbasa
Baked Veggies and Sausage
Portuguese Black Beans
Bangers and Mash
Apple & Oat Crisp
Countryside Apple Pie
Fall Season Apple Muffins
Apple Crisp
Elegant Apple & Cheddar Stuffed Chicken Breast
Crunchy Apple Cobbler
Authentic Texas Chili
Potato Salad
Baked Macaroni and Cheese
Classical Meatless Stuffing
Sausage, Wild Rice Stuffing
Sausage Celery Stuffing
Fried Chicken Cutlets
Classical Fried Chicken
Pierogies
Emily’s Marsala
Mushroom Loaf
Fried Cabbage
Simply Jalapeno and White Bean Chili
Classical American Style Chili
New Mexico Style Chili
Black Bean turkey Chili
Cranberry Bread
Scones
Chicken Salad
Creamy Chicken Salad
Cranberry Sauce II
Cranberry Chicken
Chicken and Dumplings I
Apple Dumplings III
Pierogies Re-Imagined
Potato Dumplings
Chicken Loaf
Country Meat Loaf
Milky Yukon Mashed Potatoes
Goat Cheese and Chives Mashed Potatoes
Canadian Style Mashed Potatoes
Simple Cream of Meatball
Country Roasted Turkey
Pineapple Bake
Dinner Bead
Creamy Mushrooms
Classical Quinoa
Rice & Carrots

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Table of Contents Kale Stew 9 Polish Sausage and Cabbage 12 German Dumplings and Sausage 13 Cajun Stew 15 Advanced Lasagna 16 Eastern European Kielbasa 18 Baked Veggies and Sausage 19 Portuguese Black Beans 22 Bangers and Mash 23 Apple & Oat Crisp 24 Countryside Apple Pie 25

Fall Season Apple Muffins 26 Apple Crisp 27 Elegant Apple & Cheddar Stuffed Chicken Breast 28 Crunchy Apple Cobbler 29 Authentic Texas Chili 32 Potato Salad 33 Baked Macaroni and Cheese 34 Classical Meatless Stuffing 35 Sausage, Wild Rice Stuffing 36 Sausage Celery Stuffing 38 Fried Chicken Cutlets 39 Classical Fried Chicken 42 Pierogies 43

Emily’s Marsala 44 Mushroom Loaf 45 Fried Cabbage 46 Simply Jalapeno and White Bean Chili 47 Classical American Style Chili 48 New Mexico Style Chili 49 Black Bean turkey Chili 52 Cranberry Bread 53 Scones 54 Chicken Salad 55 Creamy Chicken Salad 56 Cranberry Sauce II 57 Cranberry Chicken 58

Chicken and Dumplings I 59 Apple Dumplings III 62 Pierogies Re-Imagined 63 Potato Dumplings 64 Chicken Loaf 65 Country Meat Loaf 66 Milky Yukon Mashed Potatoes 67 Goat Cheese and Chives Mashed Potatoes 68 Canadian Style Mashed Potatoes 69 Simple Cream of Meatball 72 Country Roasted Turkey 73 Pineapple Bake 75 Dinner Bead 76

Creamy Mushrooms 77 Classical Quinoa 78 Rice & Carrots 79

Kale

Stew

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 9 hrs 15 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 373 kcal Fat 23.8 g Carbohydrates 20.3g Protein 19.2 g Cholesterol 50 mg Sodium 775 mg

Ingredients 1 C. dry navy beans, soak in water for 8 hrs 1 large bunch kale, rinsed, stemmed and diced 1 tbsp olive oil 1 lb spicy linguica sausage, sliced 1 C. diced shallots

4 C. chicken broth salt and pepper to taste 1/2 tsp hot sauce, or to taste

Directions 1. Remove your beans from the liquid and place them in a pressure cooker with 4 C. of fresh water for 30 mins, then release the pressure of the cooker. 2. At the same time begin to boil your kale in water and salt for 4 mins then remove all the liquids. 3. For 6 mins brown your sausage, place them to side, and fry your shallots for 4 mins. 4. Add in some broth and scrape the bottom of the pan, then add the sausages and beans into the mix. 5. Add the rest of the broth as well, the hot sauce, some pepper, and some salt. 6. Stir the mix and get everything boiling. 7. Once the mix is boiling set the heat to low and gently cook everything for 17 mins. 8. Now add in the kale and get it hot. 9. Enjoy.

Kale Stew

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POLISH SAUSAGE

and Cabbage

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 40 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 377 kcal Fat 26 g Carbohydrates 20.2g Protein 17.2 g Cholesterol 63 mg Sodium 952 mg

Ingredients 1 (15 oz.) cans black beans, rinsed and drained 6 slices turkey bacon 1/4 C. water 2 tbsps white sugar 1 onion, diced 2 tsps minced garlic 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

1/4 tsp seasoning salt 3 tsps caraway seed 1 large head cabbage, cut into small wedges 1 lb Polish kielbasa

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Fry your bacon until fully done then remove them from the pan. Add the following to the bacon: caraway, water, seasoned salt, onions, pepper flakes, sugar and garlic. Stir the mix to evenly distribute the spices then add in the cabbage and stir everything again. Place a lid on the pan and let the mix cook for 13 mins with a low to medium level of heating. Now combine in the sausage and place the lid back on the pan again. Let the mix continue to cook for 12 more mins then break your bacon into pieces and evenly combine in the pieces. 7. Enjoy.

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Polish Sausage and Cabbage

German

Dumplings and Sausage

Prep Time: 25 mins Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 496 kcal Fat 31.7 g Carbohydrates 34.1g Protein 17.5 g Cholesterol 161 mg Sodium 1644 mg

Ingredients 1 1/3 C. all-purpose flour 1 tsp salt 3 eggs 1/3 C. water 1 tsp vegetable oil 2 slices turkey bacon, diced 1/2 large onion, diced

2 tbsps butter 1 small Gala apple, cored and diced 2 tbsps brown sugar 1 (16 oz.) package sauerkraut 1 (16 oz.) package kielbasa sausage, cut into 2-inch pieces

Directions 1. Coat a colander made of metal with oil then set your oven to 350 degrees before doing anything else. 2. Get a bowl, combine: salt and flour. Stir the dry mix then combine the water and eggs. Continue mixing everything until you form a dough. 3. Get a saucepan of water boiling then put the dough in the colander and place the colander over the pot, once the water is boiling. 4. Press the dough out of the colander then let the dough boil. 5. Let the dough cook for 6 mins or until you find that the pieces begin to float. 6. As the dough floats spoon it out into a casserole dish coated with oil. 7. Now begin to fry your bacon when all of the dough has cooked. 8. Fry the bacon for 10 mins then place the meat to the side. 9. Begin to stir fry your onions in the drippings for 12 mins. 10. Get a separate frying pan and melt your butter in it then add in the brown sugar and apple. German Dumplings and Sausage

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11. Let the apple cook while stirring it for 7 mins then place the sauerkraut, onions, and bacon in the pan. 12. Stir and heat everything for 6 mins then enter everything into the casserole dish over the dough. 13. Cook your sausage in the microwave for 4 mins, with the highest heating level, until they are done then place the sausages in the dish as well. 14. Cook everything in the oven for 17 mins. 15. Enjoy.

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Cajun

Stew

Prep Time: 30 mins Total Time: 1 hr 40 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 622 kcal Fat 23 g Carbohydrates 66.8g Protein 34.5 g Cholesterol 157 mg Sodium 1880 mg

Ingredients

Directions

1/4 C. butter 10 oz. andouille sausage, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/4-inch half-moons 1 C. diced onion 1 C. diced celery 1 C. diced green bell pepper 1 1/2 tsps minced garlic 1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste 1 (14.5 oz.) can diced tomatoes 2 tsps Worcestershire sauce (such as Lea & Perrins(R)) 1 1/2 tsps Cajun seasoning, or to taste 1/2 tsp ground black pepper 4 C. low-sodium chicken broth 2 C. medium-grain rice 3/4 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined 3/4 lb cod fillets, cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks (optional) salt to taste 1/3 C. diced fresh parsley

1. Fry your sausages for 7 mins in butter then place them to the side. 2. Add the bell peppers, celery, and onions to the pan and fry them for 9 mins. 3. Add the garlic and cook it for 2 more mins then add the sausage back in with: the black pepper, diced tomatoes, Cajun seasoning, and Worcestershire sauce. 4. Combine the mix evenly to distribute the spices and sauce. Then add in the broth and get everything boiling. 5. Once the mix is boiling pour in the rice, place a lid on the pot, set the heat to low, and let the contents cook for 27 mins. 6. Stir the cod and shrimp into the rice and get everything boiling again. Once the mix is boiling, set the heat to low, and continue cooking the mix for 12 mins. 7. Top everything with parsley and salt then stir. 8. Enjoy.

Cajun Stew

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ADVANCED

Lasagna

Prep Time: 30 mins Total Time: 3 hrs 15 mins Servings per Recipe: 12 Calories 448 kcal Fat 21.3 g Carbohydrates 36.5g Protein 29.7 g Cholesterol 82 mg Sodium 1788 mg

Ingredients 1 lb sweet Italian sausage 3/4 lb lean ground beef 1/2 C. minced onion 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 (28 oz.) can crushed tomatoes 2 (6 oz.) cans tomato paste 2 (6.5 oz.) cans canned tomato sauce 1/2 C. water 2 tbsps white sugar 1 1/2 tsps dried basil leaves 1/2 tsp fennel seeds 1 tsp Italian seasoning

1 tbsp salt 1/4 tsp ground black pepper 4 tbsps diced fresh parsley 12 lasagna noodles 16 oz. ricotta cheese 1 egg 1/2 tsp salt 3/4 lb mozzarella cheese, sliced 3/4 C. grated Parmesan cheese

Directions 1. Get a large pot and begin to fry your garlic, onions, beef, and sausage until everything is browned nicely then add in the water, crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and tomato paste. 2. Stir the mix evenly then add half of the parsley, pepper, and 1 tbsp of salt. 3. Stir the mix again and let the contents gently boil for 90 mins. 4. Continue to stir every 15 mins. 5. Get your pasta boiling in water and salt for 9 mins then remove all the liquids. 6. Get a bowl, combine: 1/2 tsp salt, ricotta, the rest of the parsley, and the eggs. 7. Stir the mix until it is smooth then set your oven to 375 degrees before doing anything else. 16

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8. Layer 1.5 C. of sauce on the bottom of a casserole dish then layer six pieces of lasagna. 9. Add half of the ricotta mix, 1/3 of mozzarella, 1.5 C. of sauce, and 1/4 C. of parmesan. 10. Continue layering in this manner until all the ingredients have been used up. 11. Place a covering of foil on the dish that has been coated with nonstick spray and cook everything for 30 mins in the oven. 12. Take off the foil and continue cooking everything for 17 more mins. 13. Enjoy.

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EASTERN EUROPEAN

Kielbasa

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 50 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 660 kcal Fat 44.9 g Carbohydrates 46.3g Protein 19.1 g Cholesterol 75 mg Sodium 1333 mg

Ingredients 4 potatoes, peeled and cut into 1 inch cubes 1 onion, diced 2 green bell peppers, cut into 1 inch pieces 1/2 tsp onion powder 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp black pepper

1/4 C. vegetable oil 1 (16 oz.) package kielbasa sausage, cut into 1 inch pieces

Directions 1. Let your potatoes and onions gently fry in oil for 17 mins. 2. Stir the mix every 3 to 4 mins to avoid any burning then set the heat to low and add your black pepper, bell pepper, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder. 3. Place a lid on the pan and let the contents cook for 7 mins. 4. Now add in the sausage and place the lid back on the pan. 5. Let the sausage cook with a low heat for 17 more mins. 6. Enjoy.

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Eastern European Kielbasa

Baked

Veggies and Sausage

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 539 kcal Fat 29.8 g Carbohydrates 45.8g Protein 20.2 g Cholesterol 45 mg Sodium 1041 mg

Ingredients 2 tsps olive oil 2 lbs Italian sausage links, cut into 2-inch pieces 1/4 C. olive oil 4 large potatoes, peeled and thickly sliced 2 large green bell peppers, seeded and cut into wedges 2 large red bell peppers, seeded and cut into wedges

3 large onions, cut into wedges 1/2 C. white wine 1/2 C. chicken stock 1 tsp Italian seasoning salt and pepper to taste

Directions 1. Set your oven to 400 degrees before doing anything else. 2. Now begin to fry your sausages in olive oil (2 tsps). Once they are done place them in a casserole dish. 3. Add 1/4 C. of additional oil to the pan and fry your potatoes for 12 mins. 4. Stir the potatoes every 2 to 4 mins. Then layer them in the dish as well. 5. Add in the onions and bell peppers to the oil and fry them for 7 mins then place them in the casserole dish too. 6. Top the contents of the dish with pepper, salt, and the Italian seasoning. 7. Then add in your chicken stock and wine. 8. Stir the mix slowly then cook everything in the oven for 22 mins. 9. Enjoy.

Baked Veggies and Sausage

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PORTUGUESE

Black Beans

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 1 hr Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 532 kcal Fat 28.7 g Carbohydrates 42g Protein 27.9 g Cholesterol 59 mg Sodium 997 mg

Ingredients 1 large squash, halved and seeded 1 C. water 1/2 (1 lb) chorizo sausage 1 tbsp olive oil 1 C. diced onion 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 green bell pepper, diced

1 large tomato, diced 1 C. chicken stock 1 C. black beans 1/2 C. corn 1 oz. shredded Cheddar cheese

Directions 1. Set your oven to 350 degrees before doing anything else. 2. Lay your pieces of squash into a casserole dish and add in some water. For 35 mins cook the veggies in the oven. 3. At the same time begin to fry your sausage for 8 mins them remove the excess oils. 4. Get another pan and begin to stir fry your garlic and onions for 12 mins then add in the bell pepper and cook them for 5 mins. 5. Stir the mix then add in the corn, tomatoes, black beans, and chicken stock. 6. Let everything cook for 12 mins while occasionally stirring until all the liquid has cooked out mostly. 7. Stuff your squashes with the tomato mix evenly then divide the cheese between each. 8. Heat the squash in the oven for 7 mins until the cheese is bubbly. 9. Enjoy.

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Portuguese Black Beans

Bangers

and Mash

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 1 hr Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 570 kcal Fat 24.9 g Carbohydrates 67.7g Protein 20.3 g Cholesterol 61 mg Sodium 1206 mg

Ingredients 8 large baking potatoes, peeled and quartered 2 tsps butter, divided 1/2 C. milk, or as needed salt and pepper to taste 1 1/2 lbs beef sausage

1/2 C. diced onion 1 (.75 oz.) packet dry brown gravy mix 1 C. water, or as needed

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Set your oven to 350 degrees before doing anything else. For 20 mins boil your potatoes in water. Remove all the water and mash them. Then add in: salt, milk, pepper, and 1 tsp of butter. Mash again. Fry your sausage in a pan and then set them to the side and fry your onions in 1 tsp of butter. Combine water and gravy in the same pan and let the contents lightly boil. Continue boiling the gravy until thick. 6. Now get a baking dish and line the bottom of it with some gravy and onions. Then cut your sausages in half and put them on top of the gravy. Add the potatoes over the sausages and then the remaining gravy. 7. Cook in the oven for 23 mins. 8. Enjoy.

Bangers and Mash

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APPLE

& Oat Crisp

Prep Time: 30 mins Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 316 kcal Fat 8.4 g Carbohydrates 60.5g Protein 2.4 g Cholesterol 20 mg Sodium 98 mg

Ingredients 10 C. apples, peeled, cored and sliced 1 C. white sugar 1 tbsp all-purpose flour 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1/2 C. water 1 C. quick-cooking oats 1 C. all-purpose flour

1 C. packed brown sugar 1/4 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp baking soda 1/2 C. butter, melted

Directions 1. Set your oven to 350 degrees F before doing anything else and lightly, grease a 13x9-inch baking dish. 2. Place the apple slices in the bottom of the prepared baking dish evenly. 3. In a bowl, mix together white sugar, cinnamon and 1 tbsp of the flour and sprinkle over the apple slices evenly. 4. Drizzle the water over the apple slices evenly. 5. In another bowl, add the remaining ingredients and mix till a coarse crumb forms. 6. Spread the crumb mixture over the apple slices evenly and cook everything in the oven for about 45 mins.

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Apple & Oat Crisp

Countryside

Apple Pie

Prep Time: 30 mins Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 358 kcal Fat 16.4 g Carbohydrates 52g Protein 2.5 g Cholesterol 23 mg Sodium 210 mg

Ingredients 1 (9 inch) deep dish pie crust 5 C. apples - peeled, cored and thinly sliced 1/2 C. white sugar 3/4 tsp ground cinnamon 1/3 C. white sugar

3/4 C. all-purpose flour 6 tbsp butter

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Set your oven to 400 degrees F before doing anything else. In an unbaked pie shell, place the sliced apples. In a small bowl, mix together 1/2 C. of the sugar and cinnamon and sprinkle over the apple slices. In another bowl, mix together the flour and the remaining sugar. With a pastry cutter, cut the butter and mix till a crumbly mixture forms. Place the mixture over the apple slices evenly and cook everything in the oven for about 40 mins.

Countryside Apple Pie

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FALL SEASON

Apple Muffins

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 1 hr Servings per Recipe: 18 Calories 249 kcal Fat 8g Carbohydrates 42.6g Protein 2.8 g Cholesterol 23 mg Sodium 182 mg

Ingredients 2 1/2 C. all-purpose flour 2 C. white sugar 1 tbsp pumpkin pie spice 1 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 2 eggs, lightly beaten 1 C. canned pumpkin puree

1/2 C. vegetable oil 2 C. peeled, cored and chopped apple 2 tbsp all-purpose flour 1/4 C. white sugar 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 4 tsp butter

Directions 1. Set your oven to 350 degrees F before doing anything else and lightly, grease 18 cups of muffin trays. 2. In a large bowl, sift together 2 1/2 C. of the flour, baking soda, 2 C. of the sugar, pumpkin pie spice and salt. 3. In another bowl, add the eggs, oil and pumpkin and beat till well combined. 4. Add the egg mixture into the flour mixture and mix till well combined. 5. Fold in the apples and transfer the mixture onto the prepared muffin cups evenly. 6. In another bowl, mix together the remaining flour, sugar and cinnamon. 7. With a pastry cutter, cut the butter and mix till a coarse crumb forms. 8. Place the mixture over each muffin evenly and cook everything in the oven for about 35-40 mins or till a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

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Fall Season Apple Muffins

Apple

Crisp

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 1 hr Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 361 kcal Fat 15.6 g Carbohydrates 55.7g Protein 2g Cholesterol 41 mg Sodium 110 mg

Ingredients 4 C. apples - peeled, cored, and sliced 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1 C. white sugar

3/4 C. all-purpose flour 1/2 C. cold butter

Directions 1. Set your oven to 350 degrees F before doing anything else and lightly, grease an 8x8-inch casserole dish. 2. Place the apple slices in the bottom of the prepared baking dish evenly. 3. Sprinkle with the cinnamon and drizzle with the water evenly. 4. In a bowl, mix together the sugar and flour. 5. With a pastry cutter, cut the butter and mix till a crumbly mixture forms. 6. Place the mixture over the apple slices evenly and cook everything in the oven for about 30-40 mins.

Apple Crisp

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ELEGANT APPLE

& Cheddar Stuffed Chicken Breast

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 40 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 139 kcal Fat 5.1 g Carbohydrates 4.9g Protein 15 g Cholesterol 46 mg Sodium 120 mg

Ingredients 2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts 1/2 C. chopped apple 2 tbsp shredded Cheddar cheese 1 tbsp Italian-style dried bread crumbs 1 tbsp butter 1/4 C. dry white wine 1/4 C. water

1 tbsp water 1 1/2 tsp cornstarch 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Directions 1. In a bowl, mix together the apple, breadcrumbs and cheese. 2. Place the chicken breasts between 2 sheets of wax paper and with a meat mallet, flatten to 1/4-inch thickness. 3. Place the mixture in the center of the chicken breasts evenly. 4. Roll each breast around the filling and secure with the toothpicks. 5. In a large skillet, melt the butter on medium heat and cook the chicken breasts till browned completely. 6. Add the wine and 1/4 C. of the water and simmer, covered for about 15-20 mins. 7. Transfer the chicken breasts onto a plate. 8. In a bowl, mix together the cornstarch and the remaining water. 9. Add the cornstarch mixture in the skillet with juices and cook till the gravy becomes thick. 10. Pour the gravy over the chicken breasts and serve with a garnishing of parsley. 28

Elegant Apple & Cheddar Stuffed Chicken Breast

Crunchy

Apple Cobbler

Prep Time: 30 mins Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 404 kcal Fat 17.1 g Carbohydrates 61.4g Protein 4.7 g Cholesterol 48 mg Sodium 214 mg

Ingredients 4 C. thinly sliced apples 1/2 C. white sugar 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/2 C. chopped pecans 1 C. all-purpose flour 1 C. white sugar 1 tsp baking powder

1/4 tsp salt 1 egg, beaten 1/2 C. evaporated milk 1/3 C. butter, melted 1/4 C. chopped pecans

Directions 1. Set your oven to 325 degrees F before doing anything else and grease a large baking dish. 2. In the bottom of the prepared baking dish, place the apple slices in a single layer. 3. In a bowl, mix together the 1/2 C. of the pecans, 1/2 C. of the sugar and cinnamon and spread everything over the apple slices. 4. In a second bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, 1 C. of the sugar and salt. 5. In a third bowl, add the evaporated milk, egg and melted butter and beat till well combined. 6. Add the egg mixture into the flour mixture and mix till well combined. 7. Place the flour mixture over the apples and sprinkle everything with the remaining pecans evenly. 8. Cook everything in the oven for about 55 mins.

Crunchy Apple Cobbler

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AUTHENTIC

Texas Chili

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 3 hrs 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 675 kcal Fat 49.1 g Carbohydrates 12.4g Protein 42.4 g Cholesterol 168 mg Sodium 351 mg

Ingredients 4 slices turkey bacon, diced 2 onions, diced 8 cloves garlic, diced 2 tsps dried oregano 1 tsp cayenne pepper 3 tbsps paprika 1/3 C. chili powder 1 tbsp cumin

4 lbs boneless beef chuck or rump, cut into 1/2-inch cubes 5 3/4 C. water 4 canned Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, seeded and minced 2 tbsps cornmeal

Directions 1. Fry your bacon in a big pot then add in the garlic and onions. Cook the onions until they are soft in the drippings then add in: cumin, oregano, chili powder, cayenne, and paprika. 2. Cook the spice for 40 secs then add in: cornmeal, beef, chipotle, and water. 3. Get everything boiling. Once the mix is boiling, reduce the heat, and cook everything for 3 hrs. At this point your stew should be thick and the beef should be soft. Enjoy.

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Authentic Texas Chili

Potato

Salad

Prep Time: 30 mins Total Time: 1 hr Servings per Recipe: 16 Calories 353 kcal Fat 25.9 g Carbohydrates 24.8g Protein 6.5 g Cholesterol 21 mg Sodium 503 mg

Ingredients 1 (1 oz.) package ranch dressing mix 2 C. mayonnaise 3/4 C. diced green onion

1 lb turkey bacon slices 5 lbs unpeeled red potatoes

Directions 1. For 22 mins boil your potatoes in water and salt. Then remove the liquid and chunk the potatoes when cool. 2. Place the chunks in a bowl and chill them in the fridge for 3 hrs. 3. Get a 2nd bowl, combine: green onions, mayo, and ranch. 4. Place a covering of plastic on this bowl, and place it in the fridge as well for 3 hrs. 5. For 17 mins microwave your bacon wrapped in paper towels. 6. Once the bacon is cool, break it into pieces. 7. Add the bacon to the mayo mix. 8. Stir everything then add the mayo mix to the bowl with the potatoes. 9. Stir everything again, then serve. 10. Enjoy.

Potato Salad

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BAKED

Macaroni and Cheese

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 561 kcal Fat 33.3 g Carbohydrates 36.5g Protein 28.3 g Cholesterol 100 mg Sodium 1194 mg

Ingredients 2 tbsps butter 1/4 C. finely diced onion 2 tbsps all-purpose flour 2 C. milk 3/4 tsp salt 1/2 tsp dry mustard 1/4 tsp ground black pepper 1 (8 oz.) package elbow macaroni

2 C. shredded sharp Cheddar cheese 1 (8 oz.) package processed American cheese, cut into strips

Directions 1. Set your oven to 350 degrees before doing anything else. 2. Boil your pasta for 9 mins in water and salt. Then remove all the liquids. 3. Stir fry your onions in butter for 4 mins then add the flour and cook the mix for 20 more secs while mixing. 4. Now add in: pepper, milk, mustard, and salt. 5. Continue to heat and stir, until everything starts boiling and becomes thick. 6. Once the sauce has become thick add in the cheese and cook the sauce until the cheese melts, while continuing to stir. 7. Add the pasta to the sauce, stir the mix once, and then pour everything into a casserole dish. 8. Cook the contents in the oven for 35 mins. 9. Enjoy. 34

Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Classical

Meatless Stuffing

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 1 hr Servings per Recipe: 10 Calories 254 Fat 15.5g Cholesterol 37mg Sodium 613mg Carbohydrates 24.7g Protein 4.4g

Ingredients 1 (1 lb.) white bread loaf, sliced ¾ C. butter 4 celery stalks, chopped 1 onion, chopped Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

2 tsp poultry seasoning 1 C. chicken broth

Directions 1. In a large dish, place bread slices and keep in room temperature for about 1-2 hrs. Then cut the bread in little cubes. 2. Set your oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly, grease a casserole dish. 3. In a large skillet, melt butter on medium heat. 4. Add celery and onion and sauté for about 5 mins. Drain the fat from skillet. 5. Stir in seasoning and remove from heat. 6. Add bread and broth and stir to combine. 7. Now, place the mixture in prepared baking dish. 8. Bake for about 30-40 mins or till golden brown.

Classical Meatless Stuffing

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SAUSAGE,

Wild Rice Stuffing

Prep Time: 25 mins Total Time: 1 hr 55 mins Servings per Recipe: 12 Calories 453 Fat 24.4g Cholesterol 46mg Sodium 846mg Carbohydrates 50.3g Protein 11.4g

Ingredients 1 C. water 2½ C. wild rice 12 C. butter 2 C. celery stalk, chopped 2½ C. onion, chopped 1 lb. ground beef sausage 2½ C. mushrooms, chopped 1½ tsp dried rosemary, crushed 1½ tsp dried thyme, crushed

2 tsp salt 1½ tsp freshly ground black pepper 1 C. raisins 2 large Rome beauty apples, peeled, cored and chopped 6 C. whole wheat bread, cubed 1 (14½ oz.) can chicken broth

Directions 1. In a pan, add water and bring to a boil on medium-high heat. 2. Stir in rice and reduce the heat to low. Simmer, covered for about 45 mins or till all the liquid is absorbed. 3. Set your oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly, grease a large baking dish. 4. In a large skillet, melt butter on medium heat. 5. Add celery, onion and sausage and cook for about 10-12 mins. 6. Drain the extra fat from skillet. 7. Add mushrooms and herbs and cook for about 2-3 mins. 8. Remove from heat and immediately, stir in seasoning. 9. In a large bowl, add sausage mixture, cooked rice and remaining ingredients except broth and mix till 36

Sausage, Wild Rice Stuffing

well combined. 10. Slowly, stir in broth and mix till well combined. 11. Now, place the mixture in prepared baking dish. 12. Bake for about 30 mins or till golden brown.

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SAUSAGE

Celery Stuffing

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins Servings per Recipe: 12 Calories 329 Fat 12.5g Cholesterol 55mg Sodium 888mg Carbohydrates 41g Protein 12.3g

Ingredients 1 lb. ground beef sausage 1 tbsp butter 2 onions, chopped 6 celery stalks, chopped 2 (1 lb.) day-old white bread loaves, torn into bite sized pieces

Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1½ tsp sage seasoning mixture 2 eggs, beaten lightly 1 C. chicken broth

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.

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Set your oven to 325 degrees F. Lightly, grease a 13x9-inch baking dish. Heat a large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat. Add sausage and cook for about 10 mins. Drain the fat and transfer into a large bowl. In the same skillet, melt butter on medium heat. Add onion and celery and sauté for about 5 mins. Add onion mixture in the bowl with sausage. Add remaining ingredients except broth and mix till well combined. Slowly, stir in broth and mix till well combined. Now, place the mixture in prepared baking dish.Bake for about 1 hr or till golden brown.

Sausage Celery Stuffing

Fried

Chicken Cutlets

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 35 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 391 kcal Fat 11.4 g Carbohydrates 37.3g Protein 32.8 g Cholesterol 116 mg Sodium 935 mg

Ingredients 2 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp ground black pepper 1 tsp salt 1 tsp paprika 1/2 C. seasoned bread crumbs 1 C. all-purpose flour

1/2 C. milk 1 egg 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves 1 C. oil for frying, or as needed

Directions 1. In a shallow dish, add the egg and milk and beat well. 2. In another shallow dish mix together the flour, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt and black pepper. 3. Get your oil, in a skillet to 350 degrees F. 4. Dip the chicken breast halves in the egg mixture and then roll in the flour mixture evenly. 5. Fry the chicken breast halves for about 10 mins, flipping once half way. 6. Serve hot.

Fried Chicken Cutlets

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CLASSICAL

Fried Chicken

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 607 kcal Fat 40.4 g Carbohydrates 13.4g Protein 45.1 g Cholesterol 174 mg Sodium 821 mg

Ingredients 1 clove crushed garlic 1/4 lb. butter, melted 1 C. dried bread crumbs 1/3 C. grated Parmesan cheese 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley 1 tsp salt

1/8 tsp ground black pepper 1 (4 lb.) chicken, cut into pieces

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Set your oven to 350 degrees F before doing anything else and grease a 13x9-inch baking dish. In a shallow dish, mix together the melted butter and garlic. In another shallow dish, mix together the cheese, breadcrumbs, parsley, salt and black pepper. Coat the chicken pieces in the butter mixture and in the cheese mixture evenly. Arrange the chicken pieces into the prepared baking dish in a single layer. Drizzle with the remaining butter mixture evenly and cook everything in the oven for about 1-1 1/4 hrs.

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Classical Fried Chicken

Pierogies

Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 3 Calories 42.2 Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 190.7mg Carbohydrates 0.3g Protein 0.0g

Ingredients 4 1/2 tsps hot pepper sauce 1 tbsp vegetable oil 1/2 tsp chili powder 1 package frozen pierogi

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Directions 1. Coat a casserole dish with nonstick spray then set your oven to 400 degrees before doing anything else. 2. Get a bowl, combine: chili powder, hot sauce, and oil. 3. Stir the mix until it is smooth then add in the pierogis and stir everything again. 4. Place the contents in the dish and cook the pierogis for 22 mins in the oven. 5. After 12 mins of cooking flip them. 6. Divide your pierogis between serving dishes and also add some celery and blue cheese. 7. Enjoy.

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EMILY’S

Marsala

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 35 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 613.7 Cholesterol 135.1mg Sodium 570.0mg Carbohydrates 13.9g Protein 43.1g

Ingredients 6 chicken breasts Salt Pepper Thyme 6 slices prosciutto 6 slices Fontina cheese Flour

Canola oil 10 oz. sliced mushrooms 1 C. Marsala wine 4 C. chicken stock 1 tbsp butter 1 tbsp flour

Directions 1. Slice an opening into your pieces of chicken then add in the thyme, pepper, and salt to them. Then add a piece of fontina, and prosciutto to each. 2. Dredge the chicken in some flour then brown the chicken all over in oil. 3. Place the chicken to the side. 4. Begin to stir fry your mushrooms for 4 mins until they are browned then add in the marsala and cook everything for 7 mins. 5. Add the stock then add the chicken to the mix as well. 6. Let everything gently boil for 7 mins then place the meat on a serving dish. 7. Add your butter and some flour to the sauce. 8. Stir and heat the mix until it is thick. 9. Top your chicken liberally with the sauce. 10. Enjoy. 44

Emily’s Marsala

Mushroom Loaf

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 1 hr 35 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 696 kcal Fat 54.5 g Carbohydrates 11.4g Protein 38.3 g Cholesterol 177 mg Sodium 683 mg

Ingredients 12 oz. chopped raw turkey bacon 1 small white onion, chopped 5 button mushrooms, chopped 1 1/2 lbs extra-lean ground beef 1 egg 1/4 C. evaporated milk

6 oz. shredded Swiss cheese, divided 1/2 C. corn flake crumbs

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

Fry your bacon then place them on some paper towel to drain. Stir fry your mushrooms and onions in the drippings until tender then place these aside as well. Get a bowl, combine: milk, mushroom mix, whisked eggs, cornflakes, and beef. Using your hands continue mixing everything and then form a loaf. Cook the loaf in the oven for 65 mins. Then remove any excess oils from the baking. Top everything with some cheese and also the bacon and cook for 6 more mins. Let the loaf sit for 13 mins before serving.Enjoy.

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FRIED

Cabbage

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 194 kcal Fat 12.9 g Carbohydrates 15.5g Protein 6.4 g Cholesterol 19 mg Sodium 1435 mg

Ingredients 6 slices turkey bacon, chopped 1 large onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 large head cabbage, cored and sliced 1 tbsp salt, or to taste

1 tsp ground black pepper 1/2 tsp onion powder 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1/8 tsp paprika

Directions 1. Fry your bacon for 11 mins then add in the garlic and onions. Cook everything for about 12 more mins with a low to medium level of heat until the onions are sweet. Now add the cabbage and cook for 8 more mins. 2. Add the following seasonings, and stir: paprika, salt, garlic powder, pepper, and onion powder. 3. With a low heat, place a lid on the pan, and let the cabbage cook for 25 more mins. 4. Enjoy.

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Fried Cabbage

Simply Jalapeno

and White Bean Chili

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 30 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 684 kcal Fat 16.8 g Carbohydrates 74.9g Protein 59.1 g Cholesterol 1102 mg Sodium 1896 mg

Ingredients 1 tbsp vegetable oil 1 onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, crushed 1 (4 oz.) can diced jalapeno peppers 1 (4 oz.) can diced green chili peppers 2 tsps ground cumin 1 tsp dried oregano 1 tsp ground cayenne pepper

2 (14.5 oz.) cans chicken broth 3 C. diced cooked chicken breast 3 (15 oz.) cans white beans 1 C. shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Directions 1. Stir fry your onions until soft, in oil, then add in, cayenne, garlic, oregano, jalapenos, cumin, and chili peppers. 2. Cook this mix for 4 more mins then pour in the beans, chicken, and broth. Get everything boiling then set the heat to low and simmer the contents for 17 mins. Stir the chili every 4 mins. 3. Shut the heat and add the cheese. Once the cheese has melted, your chili is ready to serve. 4. Enjoy.

Simply Jalapeno and White Bean Chili

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CLASSICAL

American Style Chili

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 1 hr 45 mins Servings per Recipe: 10 Calories 347 kcal Fat 19.9 g Carbohydrates 22.6g Protein 21.4 g Cholesterol 68 mg Sodium 1246 mg

Ingredients 2 lbs lean ground beef 1 (46 fluid oz.) can tomato juice 1 (29 oz.) can tomato sauce 1 1/2 C. diced onion 1/2 C. diced celery 1/4 C. diced green bell pepper 1/4 C. chili powder 2 tsps ground cumin 1 1/2 tsps garlic powder

1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp ground black pepper 1/2 tsp dried oregano 1/2 tsp white sugar 1/8 tsp ground cayenne pepper 2 C. canned red beans, drained and rinsed

Directions 1. Stir fry your beef until it is fully done then break it into pieces and remove all excess oils before adding in every ingredient listed. 2. Once you have added everything, get the contents boiling. 3. Now place a lid on the pot and reduce the heat to low. 4. Let the contents gently boil for 90 mins. 5. Once the chili has finished let it sit for 30 mins before serving. 6. Enjoy.

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Classical American Style Chili

New Mexico Style Chili

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 35 mins Servings per Recipe: 9 Calories 220 kcal Fat 6.1 g Carbohydrates 21.2g Protein 20.1 g Cholesterol 40 mg Sodium 786 mg

Ingredients 2 tbsps vegetable oil 1 onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 (14.5 oz.) can chicken broth 1 (18.75 oz.) can tomatillos, drained and diced 1 (16 oz.) can diced tomatoes 1 (7 oz.) can diced green chilis 1/2 tsp dried oregano

1/2 tsp ground coriander seed 1/4 tsp ground cumin 2 ears fresh corn 1 lb diced, cooked chicken meat 1 (15 oz.) can white beans 1 pinch salt and black pepper to taste

Directions 1. Stir fry your garlic and onions in oil for about 7 mins until they are tender then add in: spices, broth, chilies and tomatillos, and the tomatoes. Get the mix boiling and then lower the height to a light boil. 2. Let the mix gently boil for 12 mins. Then add in: beans, chicken and corn. Continue cooking for 10 more mins. Add in your preferred amount of pepper and salt and then let the chili cool before serving. Enjoy.

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BLACK BEAN

turkey Chili

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 1 hr 35 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 366 kcal Fat 9.2 g Carbohydrates 44.1g Protein 29.6 g Cholesterol 56 mg Sodium 969 mg

Ingredients 1 tbsp vegetable oil 1 onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 lb ground turkey 3 (15 oz.) cans black beans, undrained 2 tbsps ketchup 1 (14.5 oz.) can crushed tomatoes

1 1/2 tbsps chili powder 1 tbsp dried oregano 1 tbsp dried basil leaves 1 tbsp red wine vinegar

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

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Stir fry your garlic and onions until they are see-through then combine in the turkey. Continue stir frying until the turkey is evenly browned. Now add: vinegar, chili powder, tomatoes, ketchup, basil, beans, and oregano. Get everything boiling and then once it is, place a lid on the pot, and set the heat to a low level. Cook the mix for 70 mins then stir the contents for 1 min. Let the chili sit for 30 mins before serving. Enjoy.

Black Bean turkey Chili

Cranberry Bread

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins Servings per Recipe: 12 Calories 194 Fat 6.1g Cholesterol 16mg Sodium 265mg Carbohydrates 32.1g Protein 3.6g

Ingredients 2 C. all-purpose flour ½ tsp baking soda 1½ tsp baking powder ¾ tsp salt 1 egg ¾ C. white sugar 2 tbsp vegetable oil ¾ C. fresh orange juice

1 C. cranberries, chopped ½ C. walnuts, chopped 1 tbsp fresh orange zest, grated finely

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.

Set your oven to 350 degrees F. Oil a bread pan. In a large bowl, mix together flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, add egg, sugar, oil and orange juice and beat till well combined. Add egg mixture into flour mixture and mix till well combined. Fold in cranberries, walnuts and orange zest. Transfer the mixture into prepared bread pan. Bake for about 50 mins or till a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the bread cool for 10 mins before removing from pan.

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SCONES Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 35 mins Servings per Recipe: 12 Calories 211 Fat 9.4g Cholesterol 31mg Sodium 174mg Carbohydrates 28.6g Protein 4g

Ingredients 2 C. all-purpose flour 1 tbsp baking powder ¼ C. packed brown sugar ¼ tsp ground nutmeg ¼ tsp salt ¼ C. chilled butter, chopped 1 egg

1/3 C. white sugar ¾ C. half-and-half 1 C. cranberries, chopped ½ C. walnuts, chopped 2 tsp fresh orange zest, grated finely

Directions 1. Set your oven to 375 degrees F. Grease 2 large cookie sheets. 2. In a large bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, brown sugar, nutmeg and salt. 3. Add chopped butter and mix till a coarse crumb forms. 4. In another bowl, add egg, sugar and half-and-half and beat till well combined. 5. Add egg mixture into flour mixture and mix till well combined. 6. Fold in cranberries, walnuts and orange zest. 7. Carefully, knead the mixture to form a dough. Divide the dough in 2 portions. 8. On a lightly floured smooth surface, place 1 part. 9. With a rolling pin, shape the dough in a 6-inch circle. 10. Carefully, cut the Circe in 6 tringle wedges. Repeat with the remaining dough half. 11. Arrange the scones onto prepared cookie sheets in a single layer. 12. Bake for about 20 mins or till top becomes golden brown. 54

Scones

Chicken Salad

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 35 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 767 Fat 63.9g Cholesterol 93mg Sodium 419mg Carbohydrates 22.3g Protein 23.3g

Ingredients For Salad: 2 tbsp olive oil 4 (4 oz.) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, chopped into bite size pieces ½ C. dried cranberries 3 celery stalks, chopped ¼ C. red onion, chopped ½ C. walnuts, chopped

1 C. mayonnaise 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 8 fresh spinach leaves

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

In a large skillet, heat oil on medium heat. Add chicken and cook for about 10-15 mins or till desired doneness. Remove from heat and let it cool completely. In a large bowl, add cooked chicken and remaining ingredients except spinach and mix well. Cover and refrigerate to chill for at least 6 hrs. Serve this salad on the bed of spinach leaves.

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CREAMY

Chicken Salad

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 12 Calories 315 Fat 23.1g Cholesterol 42mg Sodium 213mg Carbohydrates 15.2g Protein 13.9g

Ingredients 4 C. cooked boneless chicken, cubed 1½ C. dried cranberries ½ C. green bell pepper, seeded and chopped finely 2 scallions, chopped 1 C. celery stalk, chopped 1 C. pecans, chopped 1 C. mayonnaise

1 tsp seasoning salt 1 tsp paprika Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Directions 1. In a large bowl, add all ingredients and mix well. 2. Cover and refrigerate to chill for at least 1 hr.

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Creamy Chicken Salad

Cranberry

Sauce II

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 16 Calories 111 Fat 0.1g Cholesterol 0mg Sodium 1mg Carbohydrates 28.7g Protein 0.1g

Ingredients 3 cinnamon sticks 5 whole allspice berries 5 whole cloves 1½ C. water

4 C. fresh cranberries 2 C. white sugar

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

In a spice bag, wrap the cinnamon, allspice berries and cloves. In a pan, add spice bag, water and cranberries on medium heat. Cook for about 10 mins or till cranberries just begin to burst. Stir in sugar and immediately, reduce the heat to low. Cook, stirring for about 5 mins or till sugar is dissolved completely. Remove from heat and discard the spice bag. Let the sauce cool completely. Refrigerate to chill for about 8 hrs before serving.

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CRANBERRY

Chicken

Prep Time: 25 mins Total Time: 2 hrs Servings per Recipe: 7 Calories 397 Fat 20.8g Cholesterol 68mg Sodium 828mg Carbohydrates 38.4g Protein 15g

Ingredients 1 (8 oz.) bottle Russian-style salad dressing 1 (216 oz.) can cranberry sauce 1 package dry onion soup mix

6 chicken thighs

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

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Set your oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly, grease a 13x9-inch baking dish. In a bowl, mix together all ingredients except thighs. Add thighs and coat with sauce mixture generously. Arrange the chicken thighs in prepared baking dish in a single layer. Cover the baking dish and bake for about 1½-1¾ hrs. Uncover the baking dish just before last 15 mins.

Cranberry Chicken

Chicken

and Dumplings I

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 45 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 310 kcal Carbohydrates 35.4 g Cholesterol 45 mg Fat 9.4 g Protein 20.1 g Sodium 1427 mg

Ingredients 1 (32 ounce) container chicken broth 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cubed, or more as needed 1 onion, chopped 1/2 (16 ounce) package baby carrots 2 stalks celery, chopped

1 bay leaf salt and ground black pepper to taste 2 1/4 cups baking mix (such as Bisquick ®) 2/3 cup milk

Directions 1. Mix chicken broth, onion, carrots, celery, bay leaf, chicken breast cubes, salt, and pepper in saucepan and bring all this to boil before turning the heat down and cooking it for another 25 mins. 2. Make a mixture of baking mix and milk in a small bowl to create dough, and put golf ball sized dumplings into the soup. 3. Now cook it for about 10 mins. 4. Serve.

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APPLE

Dumplings III

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 50 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 504 kcal Carbohydrates 71.5 g Cholesterol 0 mg Fat 23.7 g Protein 4.1 g Sodium 354 mg

Ingredients 1 recipe pastry for a 9 inch double crust pie 6 apples, peeled and cored 3/4 cup white sugar 1 cup water

1/4 tsp ground cinnamon 2 tbsps margarine

Directions 1. Set your oven to 350 degrees F before doing anything else. 2. For the sauce: Bring a mixture of sugar, margarine, water and cinnamon to boil and then cook for another 5 mins. 3. Fold six different pieces of dough around the apple slices and pour sauce over it. 4. Now bake this for about 40 mins in the preheated oven or until you see that it is golden brown.

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Apple Dumplings III

Pierogies

Re-Imagined

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 45 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 473 kcal Carbohydrates 48.6 g Cholesterol 20 mg Fat 28.6 g Protein 9.2 g Sodium 964 mg

Ingredients 6 tbsps vegetable oil 1 medium head cabbage, coarsely chopped 1 onion, chopped 1 tsp salt 1/4 tsp ground black pepper 1/4 tsp garlic powder

1 (16 ounce) package frozen pierogies 2 tbsps butter 2 tomatoes, seeded and diced

Directions 1. Cook cabbage, garlic, onion, ground black pepper and salt in hot oil for about 30 mins. 2. Put pierogies into boiling salted water and cook for about 10 mins and add some butter after draining. 3. Add tomatoes into the cabbage mixture just before it is done and add pierogies as well. 4. Mix it thoroughly and continue to cook until the pierogies are done. 5. Serve.

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POTATO

Dumplings

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 55 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 398 kcal Carbohydrates 88.3 g Cholesterol 0 mg Fat 0.6 g Protein 10.7 g Sodium 604 mg

Ingredients 4 large potatoes 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 tsp salt

Directions 1. Grate peeled potatoes with the help of a food processor and then add some salt and flour into it to form a dough. 2. Now place dumplings made with the help of a spoon into some boiling water. 3. Make sure that the dumplings aren’t sticking together in the first few mins. 4. Now turn the heat down to low and cook these dumplings for the next 40 mins. 5. Take them out and serve with melted butter or gravy of some kind.

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Potato Dumplings

Chicken Loaf

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 2 hrs 35 mins Servings per Recipe: 1 Calories 123 kcal Carbohydrates 8.1 g Cholesterol 121 mg Fat 3.3 g Protein 15.3 g Sodium 110 mg

Ingredients 6 carrots 1 celery stalk 1/4 large onion 2 cloves garlic 1 tbsp Italian seasoning 1 tsp ground black pepper

7 chicken tenderloins 4 eggs 1 (8 oz) can no-salt-added tomato sauce, divided

Directions 1. Set your oven to 350 degrees before doing anything else. 2. With a food processor, pulse until smooth: black pepper, carrots, Italian seasonings, celery, garlic, and onions. Place in a container to the side. Combine in eggs and half of your tomato sauce. 3. Mince your chicken in the food processor. Then combine with the veggie mix. Enter everything into a loaf pan. 4. Cook for 1.5 hrs, then coat with the rest of the tomato sauce. Bake for 20 to 30 more mins. Ensure the internal temperature is 160 degrees. 5. Enjoy.

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COUNTRY

Meat Loaf

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 5 Calories 388 kcal Carbohydrates 22.2 g Cholesterol 163 mg Fat 20 g Protein 28.9 g Sodium 935 mg

Ingredients 2 eggs, beaten 3/4 C. milk 1/2 C. dry bread crumbs 1/4 C. chopped onion 1 tsp salt 1 tsp ground black pepper 1/2 tsp crumbled dried sage

1 1/2 lbs ground beef 1/2 C. ketchup 2 tbsps brown sugar 1 tsp dry mustard powder

Directions 1. Set your oven to 350 degrees before doing anything else. 2. Get a bowl, mix evenly: sage, black pepper, whisked eggs, ground beef, salt, milk, onion, and crumbled bread. 3. Get a 2nd bowl, combine: dry mustard powder, brown sugar, and ketchup. 4. Enter meat into your loaf pan. Bake for 50 mins. Check that a temperature read out is 160 degrees internally. Remove the loaf from the oven and coat it with the wet mixture in your second bowl. 5. Put meat loaf back in the oven and cook for another 10 mins. 6. Let cool. Enjoy.

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Country Meat Loaf

Milky

Yukon Mashed Potatoes

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 12 Calories 245 kcal Fat 9.3 g Carbohydrates 35.8g Protein 5.9 g Cholesterol 25 mg Sodium 370 mg

Ingredients 5 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, cubed 2 (3 oz.) packages cream cheese 8 oz. sour cream 1/2 C. milk

2 tsps onion salt ground black pepper to taste

Directions 1. Set your oven to 325 degrees before doing anything else. 2. Get your potatoes boiling in water and salt for 20 mins then remove all the liquids and mash the potatoes in bowl. 3. Once the potatoes are smooth combine in the pepper, cream cheese, onion salt, milk, and sour cream. 4. Mash everything again then place the mix into a baking dish. 5. Cook the potatoes in the oven for 55 mins with a covering of foil on the dish. 6. Enjoy.

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GOAT CHEESE

and Chives Mashed Potatoes

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 348 kcal Fat 20.5 g Carbohydrates 32.2g Protein 10.4 g Cholesterol 54 mg Sodium 245 mg

Ingredients 3 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, cubed 1/2 C. butter 8 oz. goat cheese 3 tbsps chopped fresh dill

3 tbsps chopped fresh chives 1/2 C. milk

Directions 1. Get your potatoes boiling in water and salt for 15 mins then remove the liquids and begin to mash the potatoes. 2. Now add in the milk and butter and keep mashing until the potatoes are creamy. 3. Now add the chives, goat cheese and dill. 4. Stir the spices and cheese into the potatoes nicely then serve. 5. Enjoy.

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Goat Cheese and Chives Mashed Potatoes

Canadian Style

Mashed Potatoes

Prep Time: 30 mins Total Time: 2 hrs 15 mins Servings per Recipe: 12 Calories 448 kcal Fat 24.9 g Carbohydrates 53.1g Protein 5.1 g Cholesterol 79 mg Sodium 355 mg

Ingredients 4 large sweet potatoes 1/2 C. softened butter 1 C. heavy cream 2 tbsps vanilla extract 1/2 C. packed light brown sugar 1 tsp salt 1/2 C. maple syrup

1 C. chopped pecans 2 eggs, beaten 2 tbsps maple syrup 1/4 C. chopped pecans

Directions 1. Cover a cookie sheet with foil then set your oven to 375 degrees before doing anything else. 2. Cook your sweet potatoes on the sheet, in the oven, for 55 mins. Then remove the skins on the potatoes when they are cool. 3. Now coat a baking dish with butter and set the oven to 350 degrees before continuing. 4. Place the sweet potatoes in a bowl and begin to mash them. 5. Add in: the eggs, butter, 1 C. of pecans, cream, 1/2 C. syrup, vanilla, salt, and brown sugar. 6. Continue to mash the potatoes until everything is combined nicely. 7. Layer the mix into the baking dish and top the potatoes with the rest of the pecans and 2 tbsps of syrup. 8. Cook the potatoes in the oven for 33 mins. 9. Enjoy.

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SIMPLE

Cream of Meatball

Prep Time: 8 hrs 5 mins Total Time: 9 hrs 5 mins Servings per Recipe: 20 Calories 427 kcal Carbohydrates 8.8 g Cholesterol 98 mg Fat 35.4 g Protein 17.2 g Sodium 962 mg

Ingredients 5 pounds Italian meatballs 1 (10.75 oz.) can condensed cream of mushroom soup 3/4 C. water

2 C. sour cream

Directions 1. Get a container and mix your sour cream, meatballs, water, and mushroom together. Place a lid on the container and place it in the frig for 8 hrs. 2. Now add everything to your slow cooker and cook for about 3 to 4 hrs on medium until the meat is completely cooked.

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Simple Cream of Meatball

Country

Roasted Turkey

Prep Time: 30 mins Total Time: 3 hrs 55 mins Servings per Recipe: 12 Calories 840 Fat 47.3g Cholesterol 292mg Sodium 1237mg Carbohydrates 7g Protein 93.5g

Ingredients For Turkey: 1/3 C. plus 1 tbsp vegetable oil ½ C. white vinegar ½ C. soy sauce 12 garlic cloves, peeled 1 tbsp dried oregano, crushed ½ C. ground cumin 3 tbsp paprika 1 tbsp smoked paprika 2 tbsp freshly ground black pepper 2 tsp kosher salt 1 (12 lb.) whole turkey, giblets and neck removed and pat dried

2 tsp water For Gravy: 2 tbsp fresh lime juice 1 C. chicken broth 1 (8-oz.) container crème fraiche ½ C. fresh cilantro, chopped 2 jalapeño peppers, stemmed and chopped Pinch of cayenne pepper Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Directions 1. In a blender, add 1/3 cup of oil, vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, oregano and spices and pulse till a thick and smooth paste forms. 2. Reserve ½ cup of paste in a cup and keep aside. 3. With a spatula, loosen the skin over each side of breastbone. 4. Coat the turkey with remaining paste underneath the loosened skin and all over the skin generously. 5. Keep in room temperature for at least 1 hr. 6. Set your oven to 325 degrees F. Arrange a rack in large roasting pan. Fold a large piece of aluminum Country Roasted Turkey

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foil into a round shape and keep aside. 7. With a kitchen twine, tie the both legs together at the bottom. 8. Rub the cavity of turkey with ¼ cup of reserved paste. Sprinkle with salt generously. 9. Place turkey over rack in roasting pan. Roast for about 1½ hrs. 10. Tent the turkey breast with foil paper. Roast for 1¼ hr. 11. Add remaining 1 tablespoon of oil and water in the cup with remaining paste and stir to combine. 12. Coat the legs, tops and sides of turkey with water mixture generously. 13. Roast for 30 mins further. 14. Transfer the turkey in a large serving platter and keep aside for about 20 mins before serving. 15. In a blender, add lime juice, broth, crème fraiche, jalapeño peppers and cilantro and pulse till smooth. 16. Remove excess fat from roasting pan and place on medium-high heat. 17. Stir in crème fraiche mixture. With a spatula, scrape the brown bits of pan in sauce mixture and bring to a boil. 18. Cook, stirring occasionally for about 10 mins. Stir in seasoning and remove from heat. 19. Serve turkey with gravy.

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Pineapple Bake

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 1 hr Servings per Recipe: 5 Calories 353 Fat 17.4g Cholesterol 148mg Sodium 243mg Carbohydrates 46.2g Protein 5.6g

Ingredients 2 tsp all-purpose flour ½ C. white sugar Pinch of salt 1 (20 oz.) can crushed pineapple with juice

3 eggs, beaten 3 white bread slices, cubed 1/3 C. butter

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

Set your oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly, grease a baking dish. In a bowl, mix together flour, sugar and salt. Add pineapple with juice and eggs and mix till well combined. Transfer the pineapple mixture into prepared baking dish. Place bread cubes over pineapple mixture evenly. Top with butter in the form of dots. Bake for about 45 mins or till top becomes golden brown.

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DINNER

Bead

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 35 mins Servings per Recipe: 12 Calories 202 Fat 11.1g Cholesterol 26mg Sodium 368mg Carbohydrates 18.4g Protein 6.4g

Ingredients 1 C. Parmesan cheese, grated freshly 1 (1 lb.) frozen bread dough loaf, cut into 36 equal pieces

½ C. butter, melted

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.

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Grease 12 cups of a large-sized muffin tin. Divide grated cheese in prepared muffin cups evenly. In a bowl, add melted butter. With your hands, roll each piece of dough in a ball shape. Then dip the dough balls in melted butter completely. Place 3 balls in each muffin cup and gently, press down the balls in cheese. Cover the muffin cups with a light cloth. Keep in warm place for about 5-7 ours. Set your oven to 375 degrees F. Bake for about 20-25 mins or till golden brown.

Dinner Bead

Creamy

Mushrooms

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 45 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 329 Fat 17.6g Cholesterol 61mg Sodium 338mg Carbohydrates 13.6g Protein 7.7g

Ingredients 4 turkey bacon strips, chopped 1 (16 oz.) package frozen green peas, thawed ½ C. red onion, chopped 1 C. heavy whipping cream Drop of Worcestershire sauce Pinch of monosodium glutamate

Pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 (14 oz.) package fresh mushrooms, sliced 2 tsp cooking sherry

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

Heat a large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat. Add bacon and cook for about 8-10 mins or till crisp. Meanwhile in a pan of boiling water, add peas and cook for about 5-7 mins. Drain well. Add onion in the skillet with bacon and cook for about 5-7 mins. Stir in cream and cook for about 5 mins. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, monosodium glutamate, salt and black pepper. Now, stir in mushrooms, peas and sherry and gently, stir to coat with bacon mixture. Serve hot.

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CLASSICAL

Quinoa

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 50 mins Servings per Recipe: 3 Calories 227 Fat 11.1g Cholesterol 0mg Sodium 195mg Carbohydrates 27.3g Protein 5.2g

Ingredients 2 tbsp olive oil 1 small onion, chopped 2 carrots, peeled and sliced 1 celery stalk, chopped 1 garlic clove, minced ½ C. dried quinoa 1 C. vegetable broth

1 tsp ground turmeric ¼ tsp dried basil, crushed Salt, to taste 1 tsp fresh lime juice

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

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In a large pan, heat oil on medium heat. Add onion, carrot, celery and garlic and sauté for about 5 mins. Stir in quinoa, broth, turmeric and basil and bring to a gentle boil Reduce the heat to low. Simmer, covered for about 25-30 mins or till all the liquid is absorbed. Stir in salt and lime juice and remove from heat. Serve hot.

Classical Quinoa

Rice

& Carrots

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 160 Fat 2g Cholesterol 0mg Sodium 435mg Carbohydrates 31.4g Protein 3.6g

Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 2 large carrots, peeled and chopped 1 large onion, chopped 1 celery stalk, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced ½ C. wild rice

3½ C. vegetable broth 1 C. long-grain white rice 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

In a large nonstick pan, heat oil on medium heat. Add carrots, onion, celery and garlic and sauté for about 5 mins. Stir in wild rice and broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce the heat to low. Simmer, covered for about 25 mins. Stir in white rice and simmer, covered for about 20 mins. Stir in parsley and remove from heat. Serve hot.

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