DAY Recipe

Chuckwagon cooks used to simmer beans for days, and the cowboys always thought they tasted best on the third day. This version, called frijoles de olla in Spanish, is even better reheated. The beans cook in flavorful juices that are also served with them.

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INGREDIENTS

1/2 cup nonfat plain yogurt
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
3 tablespoons mayonnaise (real is best)
1/3 cup low-fat buttermilk
1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice (fresh is best)
1 tablespoon chives , chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)

DIRECTIONS

Whisk all ingredients until smooth and creamy.
Refrigerate to bring the flavors together.
Enjoy!

Serves 4.

INGREDIENTS
1/4 cup applewood-smoked bacon lardons (3/4 inch sticks)

1 3/4 pounds ground premium beef sirloin

3/4 pound ground pork

4 large eggs

1/4 cup minced jalapeños

1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce

1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

2 teaspoons [...]

INGREDIENTS

2 lbs ground beef
1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
1 cup breadcrumbs
1 egg
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1chopped garlic clove
1/2 cup chopped onions
4 slices bacon (or one slice per burger)
1/2 cup ranch dressing
4 slices cheddar cheese (cut into small chunks)

DIRECTIONS

Cook bacon in large pan until crispy.
Remove bacon and crumble into lil bits. Set aside in bowl. Reserve the grease for the burgers.
In a large bowl combine hamburger, Worcestershire sauce, bread crumbs, egg, salt, pepper, garlic, and onion.
Mix until all ingredients are combined.
Form [...]

INGREDIENTS

5 cups tortilla chips , coarsely crushed
2 cups sliced white mushrooms
2 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (precooked)
2 (10ounce)containers buitoni alfredo sauce
1 cup sour cream
1 1/2 cups fresh pico de gallo , drained
12 ounces grated monterey jack cheese

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.

Using your hands or a wooden spoon, coarsely crush the tortilla chips. This is easier to do if you leave them in the bag (open it slightly to let the air out).

Place mushrooms and [...]