what is on the menu today ?
“I love green vegetables and always make an effort to do something special with them for dinner parties,” says Jeanne Thiel Kelley, contributing editor to Bon Appétit. “Brussels sprouts are a Thanksgiving staple at our house, and this year I’m dressing them up with colorful golden beets that I buy at farmers’ markets, as well [...]
INGREDIENTS
4 1/2 cups chicken broth (use low-sodium if you’d like)
1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium red bell pepper , diced
1 medium green bell pepper , diced
1 large carrot , diced
1 large zucchini , diced
2 garlic cloves , minced
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon thyme
2 teaspoons parmesan cheese , grated (optional)
DIRECTIONS
In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups of broth to a boil, cook orzo over medium heat for about 10 minutes.
In a large skillet, add oil and all the veggies, garlic and spices, sauté [...]
INGREDIENTS
16 ounces frozen broccoli carrots cauliflower mix
1/2 cup butter , plus
1/4 cup melted butter
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup onions , chopped (I also like it with green onion, your choice)
8 ounces sour cream
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 (10 3/4ounce)can cream of celery soup
72Ritz crackers, crushed (2 sleeves)
DIRECTIONS
Defrost veggies.Do not cook. Drain. Place in a large baking dish. Season with salt and pepper.
In a saucepan, saute onion in butter. Add soup, cheese, and sour cream. Cook until warm [...]
INGREDIENTS
3yellow squash (crookneck)
1 large onion , chopped
8 ounces frozen corn , thawed
1/2 cup butter
salt
pepper
DIRECTIONS
Sauté the onion in butter until almost translucent.Add the squash and cook until tender.Add one half of a bag of frozen corn.Salt and pepper to taste.Cook to desired doneness.
INGREDIENTS
2 cups diced cooked chicken
2 cups rice
4 cups water
1 (14 1/2ounce)can mixed vegetables
1 (10 1/2ounce)can chicken soup
1 (7ounce)can mushrooms
1 onion , diced
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon
garlic
chives (optional)
salt & pepper
DIRECTIONS
Combine water,soup,and rice in a large pot.
Add the rest of the ingredients.
Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
Lower heat to a simmer and cover.
Simmer until all of the liquid is absorbed.