On this page you will find all kinds of quick and easy recipes....these are my favorites, just because they are so simple and that counts for alot when you have two kids tugging at your apron strings hollering for juice and a snack or pens and paper or.....I could go on, but I'm sure you know what I mean! So try a couple out and see if you don't agree....simple, tasty, kids will eat it....it's a keeper!
Crispy Potato Wedges 4 medium potatoes 1 tbsp vegetable oil 1/4 tsp ground black pepper 1/8 tsp salt 2 cloves garlic, minced Peel and cut potatoes into large wedges, place in a large bowl with cold water to cover. Let stand for 15 minutes. Preheat oven to 425deg. Spray a non-stick baking sheet with cooking spray. Set aside. Drain potatoes and dry, place in another lrg bowl and sprinkle with oil, pepper, salt and garlic. Arrange seasoned potato in single layer on baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes, turn and bake until golden.(about another 20 minutes).
Chicken Stir-Fry 3 lg chicken breasts, boneless 4 carrots, sliced and skinless, cut into stips 5 sticks, celery, sliced 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 large onion, chopped 1 1/2 cup snow peas 3 scoops, bean sprouts 6 tbsp soy sauce 1 tbsp fresh grated ginger 1 grn pepper, sliced 1 red pepper, sliced 1 pkg chicken broth 1/2 tsp lemon pepper 1/4 tsp celery salt 1/4 tsp white pepper 3/4 tsp parsley 1/8 tsp cumin 2 tbsp cornstarch 2 tbsp olive oil Chop and slice all vegetables, place in bowl. Cut chicken breasts into strips and place in another bowl. Mix chicken broth according to pkg directions and add 4 tbsp soy sauce, and all spices. Mix cornstarch with small amount of warm water and blend into a paste. Add to sauce and stir well. Heat half the oil in wok and begin cooking chicken. Add 2 tbsp soy sauce when 3/4 done and stir until completely cooked. Remove from wok. Heat remaining oil in wok and add vegetables, carrots first as they take longer to cook through. Again add 2 tbsp soy sauce when vegetables are 3/4 done and continue to cook until tender. Add cooked chicken and sause mixture and stir until liquid thickens. Remove from wok and serve over cooked rice or noodles.
Tuna Loaf 2 eggs, beaten 3 tbsp lemon juice 2 tbsp minced onion 1 tbsp margarine 1 tsp salt 1/4 tsp pepper 1 tsp dill 2 cans tuna, with juice 3/4 c milk 2 cups bread crumbs Mix ingredients well and pack into greased casserole dish. Topping: 1 cup crushed crackers 1/2 cup melted margarine 1/2 cup shredded cheese Mix together, and sprinkle on top of loaf, pressing into batter. Bake at 350deg. for 1 hour.
Beef Stoganoff Sandwich 2 lbs ground beef 1/2 cup onion, chopped 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1/2 tsp pepper 1 loaf French bread Margarine, softened 2 cups sour cream 2 tomatoes, seeded & diced 1 lrg grn pepper,diced 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese Brown ground beef and onion, drain. Add salt, garlic powder & pepper. Cut bread lengthwise in half; butter both sides and place on baking sheet. Remove meat mixture from heat; stir in sour cream. Spoon onto the bread; Sprinkle with tomaotes, peppers and cheese. Bake at 350deg. for 20 minutes or until cheese is melted. (Bake longer if for crispier bread) Yeild 8-10 servings.
Hamburger Soup 1 1/2 lbs ground beef, lean 1 can Tomato soup 30oz beef consomme 4-6 tbsp pearl barley 4 carrots, chopped 1 onion, chopped 28oz can tomatoes 1 sm grn pepper, chopped 3 sticks celery, chopped 1 bay leaf 1/2 tsp thyme 1 tbsp parsley Pepper to taste 2 cups water, or more. Brown ground beef, drain and rinse. Add all other ingredients in a large soup pot, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Remove bay leaf before serving.
Mom's Sloppy Joes 1 1/2 lbs ground beef, lean 5.5oz can tomato paste 28oz can tomatoes, drained 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp white pepper 1 tsp oregino 3/4 tsp marjoram 3 tbsp chili powder 1 tsp thyme 5.5oz water 3 cloves garlic, minced Brown ground beef, drain and rinse. Add onion, garlic and all spices. Mix well. Add can tomatoes, paste and water. Reduce heat and simmer to desired thickness.
Super Easy Stir-fry Mixture
2 tbsp corn starch 1 pkg Borvil boullion base
1 cup warm water 1/2 tsp ginger
2 tbsp soy sause 1 tsp Lemon Pepper or other
favorite spice
Mix ingredients and pour into wok with cooked meat
and vegetables. Simmer and allow to thicken.
Add to all your favorite stir-fry recipies instead of
pre-packaged mixes which can contain alot of MSG.
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