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Green Chile Cheese Squares 01/23/12

Breakfast for dinner? Why not! We do this quite often, actually. These Green Chile Cheese Squares are SO good! You'll love 'em. I've substituted the eggs for Egg Beaters and have used low-fat cheese, too; the end result is just as good. Green Chile Cheese Squares Sides: Sausage Links 1 stk butter or margarine 10 eggs slightly beaten 1/2 c flour 1 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 1 c chopped green chile (canned is ok) 1 pt small curd cottage cheese 1 lb shredded cheddar & monterey jack M...

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French Dip Sandwich 01/23/12

This is heaven on a roll! No doubt about it. The gravy is unbelievable. Serve for dinner or for a dinner party! This is one recipe you'll keep going back to. Slow-Cooker French Dip Sandwich 1 4 pound lean chuck roast 1 can french onion soup (condensed) 1 can beef broth 1 12 ounce bottle guiness beer (don't substitute beer) serve on soft whole wheat sub rolls for dipping in the au jus Place the chuck roast in the slow cooker. Add the French onion soup, can of beef broth, and the 12 ounce bottle of Guin...

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Cranberry Spinach Salad with Bleu Cheese 01/03/12

This is a wonderful winter salad to serve when you want to lighten your after holiday menu up a bit. Perfect alone or served with a light fish dish, such as grilled salmon. Cranberry Spinach Salad with Bleu Cheese 1 cup pecan halves or pieces 3 quarts baby spinach leaves (about 8 oz.), rinsed and crisped 1/2 cup dried cranberries 1 cup crumbled Gorgonzola or other blue cheese (4 oz.) 3 tablespoons lemon-flavored extra-virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons regular olive oil plus 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel 1 tab...

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Italian Grilled Cheese 12/28/11

Looking for a classic dinner made with ham? Then check out this delicious grilled sandwich. It's perfect if you love Italian cuisine. Italian Grilled Cheese 3 tablespoons butter, softened 8 slices whole-grain bread 8 oz fontina or Swiss cheese, shredded (2 cups) 8 thin slices prosciutto or ham 24 fresh basil leaves 8 slices (1/4 inch) ripe tomatoes (about 2 medium) 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper Heat griddle or 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. Spread butter on one sid...

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Scrumptious Granola Snacks 12/05/11

This is a quick and easy snack that I make quite often for my family. Try M&M's, chocolate chips, dried cranberries, coconut flakes, or finely chopped apricots as alternative add-ins. 2 1/2 cups crispy rice cereal 2 cups quick-cooking oats 1/2 cup raisins 2/3 cup packed brown sugar 2/3 cup honey 2/3 cup crunchy peanut butter 1 teaspoon vanilla extract In a large bowl, stir together the rice cereal, oats, and raisins. Set aside. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray. Combine the br...

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