Faster Baked Potatoes
If you don’t have the time to bake your potatoes for an hour, try this method. Your potatoes will be done in half the time. If you have really large potatoes, you might want to microwave them 8 minutes on each side.
Scrub your potatoes and prick with fork several places all over your potato. Microwave your potatoes for 8 minutes on high.
Then put in 450 degree oven and bake for 20 minutes.
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Norwegian Parsley Potatoes
I just can’t resist potatoes of every kind. These are so delicious! And so easy!
Cook potatoes in boiling salted water for 15 minutes or until tender. Cool slightly. With a sharp knife, remove one narrow strip of skin around the middle of each potato. In a large skillet, melt butter; add parsley. Add the potatoes and stir gently until coated and heated through.
Yield: 6-8 servings.
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Sauteed Boneless Pork Chops
My daughter and I have made these pork chops numerous times and they are very good every time.
Heat butter and oil in a 12-inch skillet over low heat. While pan is heating, sprinkle chops on both sides with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour.
A couple of minutes before sauteing, increase heat to medium-high. When the butter stops foaming and starts to smell nutty brown, arrange chops in the skillet. Cook, turning only once, until they are a rich golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Remove from skillet.
Make a pan sauce by adding 1/2 cup liquid (chicken broth, water, wine) to the skillet; boil until the liquid is reduced to about 1/4 cup. Whisk in 1 tablespoon butter or 2 tablespoons heavy cream until sauce is smooth and glossy. Spoon a portion of sauce over each chop and serve immediately.
Serves 6.
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Roasted Cauliflower
This recipe is so simple and so good. You can add garlic to it, if you like. Or maybe some rosemary, or maybe some Parmesan cheese. Whatever suits your taste.
In a large bowl, toss cauliflower with olive oil and salt. Arrange in a single layer in an ungreased 15″ x 10″ x 1″ baking pan.
Bake uncovered at 450 degrees for 25 to 35 minutes until cauliflower is lightly browned and tender, stirring occasionally.
Makes 8 servings.
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Tuna Burgers
I have been making this recipe for years. It isn’t the normal “burger” you would think of, but more of a tuna sandwich on a bun.
Combine all ingredients. Split buns and fill with mixture. Wrap buns in foil and place in a 250 degree oven for 20-25 minutes.
Update: I am changing the oven temperature to 300 degrees as these were getting warm inside, but not hot. Choose whichever way you like them.
Makes 8 sandwiches.
Note added 3/4/2005. Because they have downsized the tuna can, I used two 7-oz. cans.
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Chattanooga Chew Chews
I had to make these for my husband. Not only is he a train buff, he loves cookies and bars.
Crust:
Preheat oven to 35o degrees. Mix flour, butter and brown sugar. Press into an ungreased 9″ x 13″ baking pan. Sprinkle pecans evenly over unbaked crust.
Caramel Topping:
Melt butter and brown sugar in saucepan. Bring to a boil and boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Pour caramel mixture over crust and pecans.
Bake for 20 or 25 minutes or until entire surface is bubbly. Remove from oven and sprinkle chocolate chips over hot surface. Gently swirl melted chocolate chips with spatula to give a marbled effect. Cool at least 5 hours. Cut into squares.
Makes 32 bars.
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Buttermilk Pie
This is a smooth, creamy and delicious pie. You must try it.
Combine flour, sugar, and salt in a mixing bowl. Add melted butter and beaten eggs and stir with a whisk or fork until well blended. Stir in buttermilk, vanilla, and lemon extract, and mix well. Pour into unbaked pie shell and dust with cinnamon or nutmet, if desired.
Bake in center of 350 degree oven for 55-60 minutes, or until filling is set and lightly browned.
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Baked Potato Soup
I love soup! Especially potato soup. This is very good.
Wash potatoes and prick several times with fork. Bake 400 degrees for 1 hour or until done. Let cool. Peel and partially mash, leaving chunks. Melt butter in saucepan over low heat. Add flour, stirring until smooth. Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly.
Gradually add milk. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until mixture thickens and bubbles. Add potatoes, salt, pepper, 4 tablespoons green onions, 1/2 cup bacon, and 1 cup cheese. Cook until thorougly heated; stir in sour cream; do not boil. Add extra milk, if needed, for desired thickness. Serve with remaining onions, bacon, and cheese, or you can put all in soup at one time.
Makes 20 servings.
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Overnight Tuna Casserole
This may be the easiest tuna and pasta casserole you’ve ever made. There’s no need to cook the macaroni… just mix, refrigerate overnight and microwave. Serve with a tossed green salad.
Whisk soup and milk in a 2-qt. microwave-safe bowl until well blended. Stir in remaining ingredients except reserved 1/4 cup cheese. Cover and refrigerate at least 12 hours or overnight.
Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Microwave on high 15 to 17 minutes until bubbly.
Sprinkle with reserved cheese. Let stand uncovered 5 to 7 minutes until cheese melts.
Make 4 servings.
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BLT Salad
My husband is at a train show today so I am fending for myself. A good day for a salad. This was really good.
Adjust oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 475 degrees. Spread 1/4 cup mayonnaise over both sides of bread slices and transfer to baking sheet. Bake until golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes, then cut into 1-inch croutons. (Or if you don’t want to make your own croutons, just use 2 cups of seasoned croutons.)
Cook bacon in large skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 8 minutes. Transfer to paper towel-lined plate. Discard drippings.
Whisk remaining 1/2 cup mayonnaise and vinegar in large bowl. Add bacon, tomatoes, lettuce, and croutons and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Serve.
Makes 4 servings.
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