Archive Monthly Archives: August 2009

Chicken and Strata Divan

Makes 8 servings 6 slices bread crusts removed 2 10 1/2-ounce packages frozen broccoli spears cooked and well-drained 3/4 pound sharp cheddar cheese grated or longhorn cheese 3 cups chicken cubed cooked or ham, or mixture of both 1 cup evaporated milk 2 1/2 cups chicken broth 6 eggs beaten 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon […]

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Pasta and Bean Skillet

Makes 4 servings 1 cup salsa 2/3 cup uncooked elbow macaroni, wagon wheel pasta (rotelle) or small pasta shells (2 ounces) 3/4 cup water 2 teaspoons chili powder 1 (15-ounce) can pork and beans, undrained, or kidney beans, rinsed and drained 1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (2 ounces) 1. Heat […]

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Tuna Tetrazzini

Makes 6 servings 2 tablespoons margarine 1/3 cup celery chopped 1/3 cup onions chopped 2 10 1/2-ounce cans cream of mushroom soup 2 6 1/2-ounce cans tuna solid meat packed in water, flaked (reserve liquid) 1 soup can liquid (tuna liquid plus enough water to fill can) 1 1/4 cups parmesan cheese grated 2/3 cup […]

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Chicken Supreme

Makes 10 servings 5 pounds chicken nuggets 6 cups water 1 onion coarsely chopped 1 bay leaf large 2 cups bread fresh crumbs, toasted 2 cups white rice cooked 1 cup celery chopped 4 eggs lightly beaten 1 onion small, chopped 1 4-ounce jar pimiento chopped, undrained 2 teaspoons salt In a 5-quart Dutch oven […]

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Kung Pao Beef

Makes 4 servings 1/2 cup roasted peanuts 1 pound beef flank steaks or boneless sirloin steak 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 2 teaspoons cornstarch 1/2 teaspoon salt Dash white peppers 2 hot green chilies 2 green onions (with tops) 1 medium red bell pepper 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic 1 teaspoon finely […]

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Smothered Pork Chops

Makes 6 servings 2 tablespoons cornstarch 1 (14 1/2-ounce) can beef broth 1/8 teaspoon pepper Vegetable cooking spray 6 pork chops 1/2 inch thick (about 1 1/2 lb) 1 medium onion sliced (about 1/2 cup) 6 cups hot cooked medium egg noodles (about 6 cups dry), cooked w/o salt 1. In bowl mix cornstarch broth, […]

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Chicken and Vegetables with Dumplings

Makes 8 servings 2 1/2 to 3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs 1 pound small red potatoes (about 2 1/2 inches in diameter 2 cups baby carrots 3 (14 1/2-ounce) cans chicken broth 2 cups Original Bisquick® mix 1/2 cup cold water 2 teaspoons parsley flakes 1. Place chicken, potatoes, onion and carrots in 6-quart […]

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Beef in Pita Pockets

Makes 4 servings 2 pita bread (6 inches in diameter) 1/3 cup country-style or creamy Dijon style mustard 1/2 pound thinly sliced cooked deli roast beef 1 small tomato, thinly sliced 4 slices (1 ounce each) cheddar cheese or provolone cheese 4 lettuce leaves 1. Cut pita breads in half; open to form pockets. Spread […]

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Caribbean Chicken and Sweet Potatoes

Makes 8 servings 8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 2 1/2 pounds) 1 cup light rum or apple juice 1/4 cup honey 1 teaspoon ground allspice 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 cloves garlic, crushed 4 large sweet potatoes or yams, cut into 1/2 inch slices Tropical Fruit […]

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Burger and Veggie Packets

Makes 5 servings 1 pound extra-lean or diet-lean ground beef 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon garlic pepper 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables 30 frozen steak fries (from 28-ounce bag) 5 frozen half-ears corn on the cob 1/2 teaspoon garlic pepper 1. Heat oven to 450°. Cut five 18 x 12-inch […]

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Mac and Beef Dinner Entrée

Makes 4 servings 1 2-pound package mac and beef dinner entree Prepare mac and beef dinner entree as directed on package. Disclosure: Some of the links below are affilate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase.

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Frugal Living Is A Family Affair

I receive emails quite frequently from readers that ask me what they can do to get the rest of their family to eat more frugally and spend less money on anything from groceries to other household items, cars, entertainment etc. Last week a reader asked me what I recommended she do. She would like to […]

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