Recipezaar: OAMC/Freezer/Make Ahead,Main Dish recipes

Vegetable Patties

Sun, 04 Oct 2009 01:44:16 -0400

Sometimes i just do not feel for meat. 8 ounces chick peas is like one can and 4 ounces of mushrooms is like half a can. Like, more or less. Do not use the liquid in the can though. Serve with brown rice and some sauce, like mushroom sauce, sour cream or soy sauce. Mustard is fine as well. -- posted by Iceland

Pasta Fazul

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 16:52:49 -0400

This was one of the recipes my mother-in-law passed down to me when I got married and it's SOOOOO good! Very easy to prepare and tastes even better the next day. I usually vacuum seal the left overs and freeze for another night. My Mother-in-Law uses 2 cloves of garlic, I use 4 or 5. A family favorite! -- posted by Tattooed Mama

Easy Crock-Pot Pulled Pork Sandwiches

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 17:00:44 -0400

This recipe was originally cut out of the Dallas Morning News and has been used for years by my family! It's super easy and can be made ahead of time! Great recipe!! -- posted by Karey1210

Turkey Turnovers

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 11:03:19 -0400

By The Canadian Living Test Kitchen "These puff-pastry turnovers look so professional, guests will think that you went out and bought them. If you have a few leftover cooked green peas, add 1/3 cup (75 mL) to the filling. Serve with a tossed salad or a spinach-and-orange salad dressed with a tangy vinaigrette to balance the turnovers' fruity sweetness" -- posted by Lambkyns

Kodiak Casserole

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 14:53:50 -0400

I took this from taste of home several years ago. It's something every member of my family really enjoys and it's very filling I believe the original article said it was from Alaska Therecipe yields so much because I make one batch up ahead and freeze it -- posted by GingerlyJ

Hearty Meatless Tater Tot Casserole

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 12:10:44 -0400

For us vegetarians who want the heartiness of a tater tot casserole without the hamburger or ground beef. I found a terrific tater tot casserole recipe on here-- which I altered a bit, then found some more tips on how to make this awesome, tasty, and cheap meal and also adjusted it to the pan size constraint. I couldn't use a real casserole dish because I live in the ghetto and don't have a real oven; I rely on a convection oven. So please note, this recipe's measures are based on using a deep (about 5") 2-quart loaf pan! It's so hearty and filling that I get at least 3-4 meals out of it for just me. But if you want to use a real 13 x 9 casserole dish because you're doing OAMC/OAWC or cooking for your family? Never fear, just double the amounts shown! -- posted by the80srule

A Grape Picker's Lunch! Sausages and Lentils With Thyme and Wine

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 11:19:42 -0400

I am lucky enough to live in the Cognac and Pineau grape growing area of South West France - we also grow grapes for the excellent local (Charente-Maritime) wine in this area. Our woodman, Monsieur Jacquot, has a small chateau with several vineyards, and every year we are invited to join in on the first or last day of the "Vendange" - the grape harvest. And, every year, Madame Jacquot prepares and cooks the most delicious food for all of the grape pickers, family and invited friends. This year (2009) the harvest started on the 1st October, and this is the dish she made for us, served simply with fresh salads, assorted local breads, local butter, cheese and of course local wine, pineau and cognac. I asked her for the recipe and she rattled out the ingredients at a rapid pace, whilst I scribbled them down on the back of an envelope! I have recreated this recipe at home twice now, and this is ALMOST as good as hers is! (Mind you, she set hers out on long tables with white linen and beautiful old vintage crockery.......I found out that the white linen were bed sheets! NEVER used on a bed she stressed, kept for large gatherings.) The key to this recipe is SIMPLICITY and GOOD sausages and wine. I used local Toulouse sausages, meaty and with a high 85% meat content. But you can use ANY good, meaty sausages that you have available locally - I bet high quality venison or Angus beef sausages would be brilliant in this dish. Also, DO try to source Lentilles Vert de Puy green Puy lentils; they make all the difference to this wonderful harvest dish. I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as we did, sitting at the long table in the old barn, under ancient beams and with beaming faces and loud laughter. ( PS: I cut this recipe RIGHT back from 30 people to just 4! Please adjust the amounts to suit.) -- posted by French Tart

Tuna Casserole

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 02:34:28 -0400

I don't usually do "soup can" recipes, but this is just good, old-fashioned comfort food. and cheap. and freezes well. What's not to like? -- posted by Cindy Starke

Super Easy Chile Relleno Casserole

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 03:20:22 -0400

This recipe appeared in the Denver Post a few years ago. It's super easy, delicious, hearty, and everyone loves it! Excellent served with sour cream and your favorite salsas.. or add chicken or beef! -- posted by Evolistas

Easy Southwestern Macaroni

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:40:05 -0400

What I imagine southwestern macaroni would taste like...a little twist on classic mac n cheese, if you will. Feel free to make your own cheese sauce and spice it however you'd like, but the point of this recipe is being too lazy to do so. :D -- posted by the80srule

Pizza Spaghetti Casserole (Oamc)

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 16:10:33 -0400

We love this casserole. I make 2. One to freeze and one to eat right away! This will become your kids favorite meal hands down! Pepperoni Pizza and Spaghetti in one dish? What could be better!!! Note: To avoid the "greasy" pizza look use turkey pepperoni. -- posted by kittycatmom

Creole Chicken Spaghetti

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 17:34:42 -0400

I grew up eating this dish at Church suppers and potlucks. it tastes great and is a bit different -- posted by GingerlyJ

Crock-Pot Savory Chili

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 15:50:29 -0400

The original recipe I made had 1 pound Ground Beef, and 1 pound Italian Sausage, I adapted this for my BIL who doesn't eat red meat. It's a big hit in our family, and it also freezes very well! And don't be afraid of the chocolate that's in it, it brings out the flavor in the chili! This can also be done on the stove top if you're short on time. Just cook in an 8 quart stockpot. -- posted by jkm.11.18.

Dad's Frito Pie

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 20:47:22 -0400

dad made this dish alot for us growing up. it's easy, cheap comfort food at it's best -- posted by GingerlyJ

Lasagne Al Forno

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 20:55:36 -0400

Rich, creamy lasagne (yummy!) -- posted by John K.

Chicken Parmesan

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 17:33:55 -0400

I take 3 pounds of chicken breast and slice into strips to make this version go father. Using more crumbs to coat stretching the meal to serve a touch more. Instead of 5 breasts I have 30-35 strips. Serve on crispy Italian roll or over pasta. Freezes well. -- posted by ~Rita~

Cheeseburger and Fries Casserole

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 13:48:46 -0400

I got this recipe in a simplymoms.com newsletter.. It's super simple but great as a weeknight dinner -- posted by GingerlyJ

Beef Stuffed Potatoes

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 20:32:21 -0400

Sort of tastes like sherpard's pie. Cook the potatoes in the microwave for ultimate ease. Can be doubled or cut down easily. Freezes well and great for OAMC. Time doesn't include initial baking time for potatoes. -- posted by gailanng

Baked Manicotti With Prosciutto

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 16:54:14 -0400

This recipe is from America's Test Kitchen on PBS. Their introduction: "The test kitchen prefers part-skim ricotta for manicotti, but whole or fat-free ricotta can also be used. We also prefer Barilla no-boil noodles for their delicate texture resembling fresh pasta. Note that Pasta Defino and Ronzoni brands contain only 12 no-boil noodles per package; the recipe requires 16 noodles." -- posted by SweetPeaNC

Chicken Parmesan Bite-Bake

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 21:20:28 -0400

Okay it sounds silly, right? I find it hard to fry the chicken breasts because they're different thicknesses from one end to the other. I just cut them into bite sized cubes and continue on with the recipe. My mom likes it with pasta under it, but I really just like it with a nice salad and some cheesey bread. Add as much or as little as you like; this is just a basic, tasty recipe. Enjoy. :o) -- posted by NicolinaSurel

Slow Cooker Orange Chicken

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 13:03:04 -0400

I got this recipe from kraft a couple of years ago but we still use it often -- posted by GingerlyJ

Diabetic Savory Beef Stew

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 11:49:27 -0400

I found this recipe while doing some research for my father-in-law. We loved it! Hearty but healthy! Yum! -- posted by Chef #1183488

Beef, Black Bean and Spanish Rice Burritos

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 16:44:15 -0400

This is the first original recipe I've posted on this site, I'm so excited...It's one of the few meals that I literally just throw together, but I'll try to write it down. When our family eats tacos, we usually have homemade spanish rice, homemade refried beans and tacos. Tonight I had an epiphany....why not double what I normally make and make up some burritos with the leftovers and throw them in the freezer? I usually make this recipe from scratch because they taste that good, but why not cook once and eat twice? This will make a great OAMC meals also, though I haven't tried it yet. I'll give you the ingredients for making it from scratch, and if you decide to turn it into two meals, just double everything...If you don't have the spices separately, just use a taco mix pack. We like ours without salt and really spicy, so I tamed this back a bit. If you like a runny, non-chunky salsa, you don't have to add as much water. -- posted by enestvmel

Red Vegetarian Stew

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:09:25 -0400

A hearty vegetarian meal in a bowl the consistency of chili. It's a beet borscht with rice and beans. -- posted by 10in10Diet.com

Ragu Bolognese (Oamc)

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:20:06 -0400

A hearty, classic meaty sauce that goes down well with everyone. Freeze in portions in a sealed container and freeze for up to one month. Defrost in the fridge when ready to use and reheat fully. -- posted by English_Rose

Chicken and White Wine Casserole (Oamc)

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:20:58 -0400

A winner taste-wise and it'll cu down on the washing up too! Can be frozen for up to three months. -- posted by English_Rose

Crock Pot Spicy Roast Sandwiches

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:26:37 -0400

These are great for football parties! You can make the meat spicy with the hot peppers or for the wienies use mild (I'm teasing!) The leftovers are awesome made into quick chimichangas. Put the meat into a tortilla, roll and fold, and fry. Use more or less meat and peppers depending on the guest list. -- posted by Little Mommy

Cincinnati Chili

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:12:47 -0400

A different kind of chili, not too hot. Serves wonderfully over pasta. Once I made this, my family didn't want any other kind. Got this recipe from a web site after we had the chili in Cincinatti -- posted by Pugmom49006

Armadillos (Stuffed Jumbo Shells) OAMC

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:30:16 -0400

I adapted this recipe from traditional stuffed shells recipes because my DH and I do not like ricotta cheese. This is a GREAT recipe for kids who are picky eaters (kids think it is fun because they actually look like little armadillos!) and my nephew loves these. Great served with garlic bread or salad. Freezes well also. -- posted by NICU Nurse Dee

Chicken-Mushroom Crepe Filling

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 09:28:19 -0500

This recipe is from an old weight watchers cook book and though it has been a few years since I last made I will be doing tomorrow night as it is an easy tea and it can also be frozen to be used later. The original recipe uses 360 grams of cooked chicken but I usually use a small cooked chook bought from the deli. I have also upped the original recipe to feed 6, so I have 2 serves for freezing. I like recipe #35049 for the crepes but would omit the sugar for this recipe. -- posted by I'mPat

Ragoût De Pattes De Cochon (Pork Stew With Meatballs)

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 13:04:21 -0500

This is a traditional Quebecois stew made from pork hocks. I'm looking for recipes that DH remembers from childhood. This one was found on bitsnbites.wordpress.com and grouprecipes.com .The stew is a modification of one by Jehane Benoit, a famous Quebec cook. For a richer stock, caramelize you onions and hocks until dark brown. You can use Recipe #356677 . NOTE: The cooking time doesn't include the optional (but recommended to reduce fat content) overnight refrigeration time. -- posted by Dreamer in Ontario

V's Simple Savory Mexican Quiche

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 08:42:45 -0500

This quiche is beautiful & delish! If you crave something savory for breakfast try my simple quiche. These are ingredients I always have on hand and can whip this up a head of time or in the morning. Measurements can be altered to taste. If you like spicy, savory add more, if not, add less. The salsa gives this quiche a nice kick and the flavors of cilantro, sausage and potatoes add to the taste and textures. This is a family favorite in my house. Great for overnight company as it feeds alot. Serve with sliced avocado, sour cream or salsa on the side. -- posted by Vseward (Chef~V)

Spicy Marinara Sauce

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:55:06 -0500

This is a great sauce for those weekend pasta meals when you have the extra time. My favorite thing about making my own sauce is the aroma that fills your house. Everyone comes to the dinner table hungry. -- posted by Bread 'n Butter

Shelle's Stuffed Shells

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 23:55:32 -0500

I've played around with this recipe for awhile and this version has become the family favorite. It's also great for potlucks and entertaining. This is a one pan size but you can easily use the whole box of shells and double the rest of the recipe. Enjoy! -- posted by MomMakesDinner

Aubergine Bake

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:25:36 -0500

Another one for safe keeping. From Asda magazine. Prep time guesstimate. -- posted by sugarrushkid

Layered Mashed Potato and Mushroom Casserole

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:03:54 -0500

As stated in the Nov/Dec 2009 edition of Eating Well, "Fancy up regular mashed potatoes with a layer of mushroom duxellea sauté of finely chopped mushrooms and shallots. We omitted the traditional butter in the duxelle and added chard for a nutritional boost. Serve this hearty side in place of mashed potatoes at any holiday feast or enjoy it as a vegetarian main dish." -- posted by JanuaryBride

Best Ever Chili Recipe

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:35:46 -0500

This recipe has been in the family for many years. Great for those cool fall nights or a Monday Night Football party. -- posted by wendyjoy

10 in 10 Diet Cabbage Soup

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:57:46 -0500

This soup is vaguely a borscht, with a sweet & sour tang and a red-tinged broth. I've settled on tomato paste as cheap and the right tomato-iness for us. I used to freeze cubes of crushed tomatoes and use five or so in a batch of soup. One friend put garden-fresh tomatoes in. -- posted by 10in10Diet.com

Awesome Crock Pot Sweet, Sour and Spicy Chicken

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:44:17 -0500

A great Fall (or anytime!) recipe for an easy, convenient and mouth watering dinner. You will have a hard time not tearing into it while you smell it cooking! Warning: this feeds a crowd, it can easily be cut in half, or just make the whole thing and have awesome leftovers :) -- posted by emtpixie

Sweet and Savory Squash Stew

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:41:31 -0500

This recipe combines some of the most iconic tastes of fall--butternut and acorn squash, sweet potato, apple--in a sweet and savory pot of deliciousness. I recommend serving with a dollop of sour cream. And cornbread. All amounts for seasonings are estimates--I tend to season as I go and according to taste; I have a feeling these are underestimates. I will be sure to update the next time I make this with adjusted amounts. I used a smoked (pre-cooked) ham steak for this; I have also made it with other kinds of ham, with turkey sausage, and without meat altogether with positive results. -- posted by Tlharin

Best Vegan Mac and Cheese in the Entire World

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:27:20 -0500

Originally posted on VegWeb.com by beep_i_am_a_robot. I haven't made this myself yet, but I want to get the nutritional breakdown. I plan to tweek by reducing the salt content (using Bragg's amino rather than soy and leaving out the salt), reducing the fat and increasing the tofu (several reviewers on VegWeb have done this and liked it). This is the original recipe, including typing and grammatical mistakes. Serving size is estimated. -- posted by I hate coming up with handles :)

Chicken With Peas in Packages

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 18:26:04 -0500

A variation of a Mark Bittman recipe. -- posted by WiGal

Creamy Chicken and Kabocha Squash Shells

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:57:12 -0500

Don't be deceived by the lack of added seasonings. It is full of flavor! Adding the squash makes the whole thing rich and smooth, with a color and consistency similar to Kraft Mac'N'Cheese! Delicious! Even my daughters loved it! (3 yrs & 7 mos) I just took the chicken out for my baby girl, mashed it up, and she couldn't have enough! This recipe makes a whole stock-pot full, and it's super easy to make, so it's a great one to make and freeze the leftovers. I was going to, but it we scarfed it all up in 2 days! -- posted by Chef #1459874

Vegetarian "meatballs"

Sat, 28 Nov 2009 17:14:03 -0500

fiddled with one of the highly rated real meat recipes and i think this is a pretty good substitute -- posted by spiritussancto

Vegetarian "meatballs"

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 01:44:29 -0500

fiddled with one of the highly rated real meat recipes and i think this is a pretty good substitute -- posted by spiritussancto

French Dip Sandwich

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 12:05:15 -0500

These hot beef sandwiches are so good and satisfying -- posted by GingerlyJ

Campbells Chicken Enchiladas

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 18:04:07 -0500

I found this recipe online but added some of my own ingredients. i thinks its VERY delicious . me and my fiance loved it. -- posted by Chef #1467834

Karen's Chili for a Party

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:42:30 -0500

My first recipe I'm posting here on Zaar. Please tell me if you find any mistakes. Everyone loves this chili. It makes a whole big pot of it. Add more or less of any ingredients you wish. I don't drain the beans but do so if you want. I use it in my soup warmer for parties. Im guessing on servings, I never really took a count,,,I usually do buffets and this is plenty with the other foods. This freezes well. I usually cook ahead of time, For parties freeze in 2.5 gallons ziplock and defrost the night before. Great for parties, superbowl or just OAMC put into smaller ziplock bags. This taste better the next day when all the flavors come together. I don't have the size pots so I divide it into 2 pots, 6 and 8 qt. I hope you don't have same problem lol. -- posted by Karen Guerra

Tourtiere Du Quebec (French-Canadian Meat Pie)

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 13:51:35 -0500

I grew in Quebec and always looked forward to Christmas to be able to eat meat pies. When I married & moved to the US, I took the recipe with me, no way I can spend Christmas without the smell of cooking meat pies. Luckily for me, hubby & kids are hooked. I've been making this recipe for years, delicious. -- posted by French Canadian Chef

Dynasty Chow Funn Noodles

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 17:27:13 -0500

Got this recipe off the back of a package of Dynasty Chow Funn Noodles pack and tweaked it according to what I had in stock (the original recipe called for pork, but I used chicken breast instead). It came out well and was a quick change of pace for a weekday family dinner. I purchased the noodles from Hows supermarket - but it can probably be found at most generic American supermarket chains. -- posted by Fluffkins

Boxing Day Festive Roast Pumpkin and Cheese Lasagne - Lasagna

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 13:27:54 -0500

Roasted pumpkin and creamy cheese lasagne (lasagna); a Boxing Day special - although I have made this for Christmas Eve too! This is a wonderful addition to the festive vegetarian table, but is ALSO hugely popular with meat eaters. This is my adapted version of Nigella Lawson's pumpkin lasagne; I have changed a few of the methods and added (as well as omitted) a few ingredients! Boxing day is the day after Christmas day, also called St Stephens Day the 26th December; it is a public holiday in the UK and most Commonwealth countries.generally a turkey curry day, or a turkey-free day, one of the two! Serve this with a large bowl of salad and some crusty bread for mopping up the delicious sauce. -- posted by French Tart

Chickpea and Winter Vegetable Stew

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 16:53:20 -0500

Cooking Light Nov 09. OAMC?? -- posted by dicentra

Holubsti--Ukranian Cabbage Rolls

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 00:45:38 -0500

I spent 18 months in central Canada, serving a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. While I was there, I fell in love with the people and the food, specifically Ukrainian and Filipino food. The cabbage rolls were my favorite, and when I returned to the US, I began searching for recipes, but could never find one that I liked. This recipe comes from me combining elements of two or three different recipes that I found. The resulting recipe is surprisingly easy--if a bit labor intensive. I included instructions to make a sauce, but, if you run out of energy, the stuff in a can works just as well. If I want to do a homemade sauce, I usually do it a day or so in advance., By omitting the meat, this can be a vegetarian dish. By also omitting the sour cream and using margarine instead of butter, it can be vegan. -- posted by CorianneW

Cheese Stuffed Shells

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 01:24:19 -0500

I can't remember where I found this recipe but everyone seems to enjoy this. Can make ahead and it freezes well. -- posted by clw721

Crockpot Gourmet Chili

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 14:18:45 -0500

This recipe is my own creation for healthy low fat chili with gourmet toppings. Regular chili needs to be dressed up for flavor and fun! The base recipe is very mild for the sensitive pallet. It is easy to make a 5-alarm version by adding cayenne or your favorite habanero sauce. Or, make everyone happy and serve the "super hot sauce" as an additional optional topping. The cool sour cream and tomatoes offset the heat of the chili. -- posted by Chef #1501865

Make Ahead Sweet and Sour Cocktail Meatballs

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 09:51:53 -0500

From Yahoo group. OAMC. -- posted by dicentra

Red Lentil & Vegetable Soup

Sun, 03 Jan 2010 17:14:47 -0500

My mom made this for us when we had our baby. It freezes well and tastes delicious! It is very healthy, with lots of fiber from lentils. Along with spinach and tomatoes, the lentils also provide plenty of potassium, plus it is vegetarian! -- posted by Matt & Aimee

Green Chili, Slow Cooker

Sun, 03 Jan 2010 17:21:04 -0500

this is a recipe i came up by using several different recipes and some creativity. i am originally from colorado, but we live in east asia, so we can't get some ingredients or green tomatillos. but, we have been working on this recipe and love it! we love just eating this by the bowl with warm homemade tortillas, or smothered over eggs and tortillas in the morning, or over burritos. -- posted by kellielikestocook

Baked Parmesan Macaroni

Sun, 03 Jan 2010 19:12:58 -0500

From 365 Ways to Cook Pasta -- posted by dicentra

Everyday Meat Loaf -- Meatballs -- OAMC

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 08:23:07 -0500

A moist and tasty meatloaf recipe. Perfect with boiled mashed red-skin potatoes and crispy, steamed green beans.The way it's cooked keeps it out of the grease & everyone who has tried it, loves it! --Let's face it - there are some incredibly awful meatloaf recipes out there. Some of the worst I've found were at restaurants! --This particular recipe is (adapted over the years) from my Mom's 1942 Betty Crocker cookbook - which she used the whole time I was growing up. She gave me the cookbook when I married. --In November of 2009, I made this for 20 people at "fish camp" in the Outer Banks of NC. Compliments galore! I was asked for the recipe by 10 attendees (the other 10 are in my family) --I also use the meat from the second loaf to make meatballs that cook well (fresh/frozen) in the crockpot on low covered in sauce. --Uncooked loaves/meatballs flash freeze well for OAMC. -- posted by DriverMama

Shepherd Pie

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 11:28:58 -0500

Thick Rich Hearty Goodness -- posted by Ruth Tisdale

Summer Vegetable Gratin

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 11:46:36 -0500

While this recipe calls for summer vegetables, my brother and SIL prepared it for Christmas dinner 2009 and I loved it. Good as a vegetarian main dish or a side. It's not quite the same as other vegetable gratins already on RecipeZaar. Personally, I would make this with less olive oil, the amount of which I specified in the ingredients, but you can use the original amount if you prefer (just convert teaspoons to tablespoons). This can also be made ahead after assembly and before baking. Just pre-heat the oven. Try to buy the zucchini and squash of roughly the same diameter. I might serve this with bread to soak up the juices. To make this vegan, omit the parmesan cheese. They found this recipe on America's TV test kitchen. -- posted by Kumquat the Cat's friend

Leftover Turkey and Leek Pot Pie With Instant Gravy

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 06:03:53 -0500

This is MY much adapted version of Jamie Oliver's Turkey and Sweet Leek Pie! I made this with left over Christmas turkey this year, and it was so delicious and went down a bomb with my family and friends! A new Jamie Oliver recipe that he showed on his Family Christmas show this year and one that is so clever, as this pie makes its own gravy! I have left out adding the chestnuts and sage to the pastry as he suggests, I will try it sometime in the future though, as it sounds a brilliant idea; I have added this option at the end of the recipe however, for those who want to try it that way. Serve this with mashed potatoes and the extra gravy in a gravy boat on the side. Here is what Jamie says about this pie: "This is dead simple, completely versatile and absolutely gorgeous. Its not a pretty-boy pie; its a proper, old-school pie that everyone will be over the moon to see on the table. Im putting leftover white turkey meat to good use here, but you could also mix brown meat in there too." I agree, all of my family and friends were over the moon to see this on the post Christmas table, I bet it tastes great with chicken and ham too. NB: he original recipe makes enough for 6 to 8 people, mine is perfect for 4 very hungry people! -- posted by French Tart

Tasty Corn Chowder

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:34:01 -0500

I can't ever leave a recipe alone, I guess it's my creative nature.... I found the original version of this on Food network, but changed it up, a lot... -- posted by SteenyAlls

Orange Chicken

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:49:20 -0500

From the SHARE Colorado website. Untried; am reducing this from FEEDS 100 to a more manageable four. -- posted by Chef #615581

Chili With Squash and Beans

Sun, 10 Jan 2010 11:14:14 -0500

From 1001 Best Slow Cooker Recipes -- posted by dicentra

Smoky Chicken and Chorizo Mexican Enchilada Baked Casserole

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 08:54:15 -0500

This recipe was made from leftovers and has been requested again ALREADY by Malcolm, my husband! Cooked chicken is mixed with smoky, hot chorizo sausage and folded through a chipotle chilli tomato sauce..........sounds too hot?! I then added some sweet corn, sour cream and a jar of mild salsa to calm it down a bit, but please DO use hot salsa if you like a little spice in your life! I topped this with a dollop of sour cream and dressed it with chopped jalapeno peppers, parsley and a little chopped coriander (cilantro) for a perfect cold weather lunch. I devised this recipe especially for the Two for One Leftovers event in the Cooking Photo's Forum. Please adjust the chilli powder to your own requirements. I like spicy food but Malcolm does not, so I topped mine with loads of chopped jalapeno peppers and a sprinkling of chipotle chilli powder!! NB: I used Spanish chorizo sausage, which is cured; if you are using fresh chorizo sausage, it needs to be browned beforehand.(I made this original recipe with leftovers from KissKiss's Recipe #368069. However, ANY cooked chicken will do for this!) -- posted by French Tart

Mom's Special Lasagna

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 15:45:33 -0500

This is a recipe that's full of flavor! I've tweaked it quite a bit, the original recipe came from Taste of Home, mom's best edition. Serve with salad and garlic bread!! Cook time includes simmering sauce first and resting time. -- posted by KPD

Deep Fried Curry Puffs

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 17:29:41 -0500

Thee beautiful little curry puffs can be served individually as an entree, or served with salad as a main meal. If you are looking for a healthy option, they can be baked also. The beauty of this dish is you can not only freeze the mixture, but you and make up as many curry puffs as you like and freeze them until needed. This makes it a great recipe for a mid-week meal. -- posted by tash31

Roasted Tomato Sauce

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 17:32:59 -0500

This is inspired by Janet and Greta's roasted tomatoe sauce they used on their canneloni show but I didn't have some of the ingredients they used so I improvised it. One pound of my tomatoes were heirloom tomatoes in various colors just cause I happened to have them on hand. The chicken broth was made from roasted chicken bones to give it a deeper flavor as well. -- posted by Ladymedic

Red Wine Carnivore Elk Chili

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 17:39:58 -0500

Making chili is a relaxing way to enjoy a cloudy, cold and wet afternoon. Especially making chili that includes ground elk and red wine. What a great combination. -- posted by NevadaFoodies

Anastasia's Tyropita (Cheese Pie)

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 18:34:18 -0500

This cheese pie comes from the chef of the restaurant The Shade (I Dhrosia) on the square of Vyzitsa on Mount Pelion. Her name is Anastasia and she was born in Cyprus. She thinks of it as a Cypriot dish. It has some similarity with a recipe posted some time ago by Heather Feather ('Virginia's Tyropita'). In any case it is delicious. The recipe makes quite a lot of pie. You can reduce it all proportionally. -- posted by (Bruce) Tony Hubbard

Beef & Pork Ragu Lasagne (Lasagna) from Fine Cooking

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 18:42:56 -0500

This is a PHENOMENAL recipe from Fine Cooking. I have made it for company and everyone raves over it. It's labor intensive but SO worth it. It either makes one huge pan or two smaller ones. I have found that making the ragu the night before makes the preparation a lot easier. Two minor substitutions I have made: (1) I use the already prepared ground chuck and ground pork from the meat section of my grocery store. (2) I have always used either regular dried lasagna noodles or no-boil noodles. -- posted by CFRP

Slow Cooker Sausage and Peppers

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 11:53:56 -0500

I received this recipe in a weekly email that I've been getting from McCormick's website. I made this one day when I didn't want to spend a lot of time with last minute preparations for our Sunday meal. Italian sausage(sweet or hot) gives so much hardiness to a meal that there seems to be little reason to serve much else. We had this over spaghetti, but it could also be made for a super bowl party, and served from the crock spooned into rolls or buns. Hope you enjoy this as much as we have. -- posted by bshemyshua

Broccoli and Lemon Pepper Chicken Alfredo With Bow Tie Pasta

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 17:38:05 -0500

The most delicious chicken-broccoli-alfredo twist I've had. Great for potlucks, or for leftovers! -- posted by Velvet Elevator

Sesame Turkey Cutlets

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 00:43:21 -0500

I got this recipe from a friend who said she got it from a "Saving Dinner" cookbook by the Dinner Diva, Leanne Ely. I love the Dinner Diva's recipes because they are rather simple, but very tasty. She also has recipes out there that can be put together and frozen for later consumption. 250 calories; 15g fat; 26g protein; 3g carbohydrate; 1g dietary fiber; 60mg cholesterol; 226mg sodium. Exchanges: 0 grain (starch); 3 1/2 lean meat; 0 vegetable; 3 fat. Serving suggestions: sauteed snow peas and mushrooms in a little oil and garlic and wild rice pilaf. -- posted by Mrs. Hughes

Black Bean Confetti Chili (Vegetarian)

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 01:41:43 -0500

From The One-Dish Vegetarian by Maria Robbins. I made this for Christmas Eve, and it was enjoyed by the family -- posted by Prose

Shawarma Spiced Shepherds Cottage Pie

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 01:46:44 -0500

I got this recipe from a local hole in the wall Lebanese restaurant and tweaked it a bit. Best of both the sweet and savory worlds. As a time saver I keep a jar of this spice blend (Shawarma spice blend) on hand and just measure out 2 1/2 tsp of the combined mixture in order to make this recipe. For the frozen vegetables I use a combo of corn, peas, green beans and carrots. -- posted by Banriona Aeval

Turkey Tortilla Casserole

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 20:06:19 -0500

This is a recipe adapted from Sparkpeople.com, a nutritional site. I made it today, and thought it was excellent considering the calories involved! -- posted by Nimita Patel

Lebanese/Syrian Bazella

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 17:31:20 -0500

After having lived in Syria for the past year for school, I learned how to make several authentic dishes. They will probably taste different outside the Middle East due to the availability of items seasonally and brands of ingredients used. This dish is a blend of carrots, peas and meat in a tomato-based broth that is served with Middle Eastern-style rice. Arabs are used to having family over--it's a family based culture--so it's meant to be shared. -- posted by Mustafa's Cook

Lebanese/Syrian Fasoulia

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 13:28:14 -0500

This dish is similar to Bazella, with its tomato-based broth. In this dish, the main ingredients are fasoulia, a type of lima bean and meat. Cubes of lamb may be substituted for the beef. I learned how to prepare this dish while I was living in Syria for a year, studying abroad. Please note: if you use dry lima beans, they must soak in water overnight. The shells may come off of them when you begin to cook them, but this is normal. -- posted by Mustafa's Cook

Texas Two-Step Chicken

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 13:48:52 -0500

Place 4 boneless chicken breast halves in a 2 1/2 quart shallow baking dish. Mix 1 1/2 cups of Picante sauce, 3 tbsp. brown sugar, 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard and pour over the chicken. Bake at 400 degrees for 20 min. or until done. Serve with rice. -- posted by G. Hellewell

Beef and Bean Burritos With Baby Bella Mushrooms

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 14:04:35 -0500

Another family favorite. Inexpensive and easy to make. Serve with corn chips and a green salad and you got yourself a tongue pleaser that will want some more. I got this recipe from my grandmother and have made it my own. Happy cooking :) -- posted by Leahferne

Shredded Chicken Sandwiches

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 10:25:47 -0500

I've tried numerous shredded chicken sandwich recipes and this one is far and away the best one. It was given to me by a friend who served it at her parent's 50th wedding anniversary reception. Simple and tasty! It can be easily doubled for large crowds. Be sure to use a Reynold's Crock Pot Liner for easy clean up. Serving number is an estimate. It depends on how much shredded chicken you pile onto the bun :) -- posted by Marianne5

Monday Supper! Curried Lamb and Chutney Rissoles/Patties

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 11:13:25 -0500

A tasty and different way to use some of the Sunday Roast leftovers on Monday! Although I have specified lamb in this recipe, beef would also work very well, it's just that I had roast lamb leftovers when I made these. These rissoles are lightly spiced and tangy - perfect for supper when served with salad, pickles, chutneys and maybe a naan bread or pitta bread to make a sandwich. They are easily made and can be prepared ahead of time and left in the fridge, as they hold their shape better when they have been chilled and are firm. These will also freeze very well; open freeze them before frying on a tray or plate until firm and then pack them into freezer bags or a plastic container. They only need about 6 hours to defrost and then are cooked as instructed below.Use curry powder to taste, I use 2 teaspoons as I like mine quite spicy! -- posted by French Tart

Mashed Potato Goop

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 15:22:04 -0500

not sure what the original name of this recipe is but we have called it mashed potato goop since we were little kids growing up in a Slavic family and that's what it looks like when it's done.It is a mixture of ground beef, onions, creamed corn,and mashed potatoes. -- posted by SMILEYBRIAN

Barbacoa De Veracruz

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 15:52:16 -0500

This recipe was given to me by my husband's brother. Definitely mouth watering, savory, spicy, and filling! -- posted by Tiny_Toodles

Rainy Day Chicken

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 16:09:05 -0500

I found this recipe in the "once a month cooking" cookbook by Mimi Wilson and Mary Beth Lagerborg. It's just yummy and I want to remember it even when I don't have the book checked out. -- posted by Chef #1222401

Sharkie's Hot Roast

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 10:09:08 -0500

A Delectable Spicy Roast with a Bite! -- posted by SharkieB

Eggplant Pizza

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 11:34:21 -0500

In a pathetic attempt to make eggplant parmigiana, I created this instead. It's very easy and uses basic ingredients that are probably already in your kitchen. I've made it about a dozen times in the past few months and my husband loves it. It's a very flexible recipe and I've tried it a few different ways already and it always tastes great and surprisingly like pizza. Goes well with any pasta dish or risotto. -- posted by California Girl in Brazil

Granny's Chili (With Noodles)

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 12:18:31 -0500

This is the chili recipe that I grew up with that was passed down from my Granny, to my mom, to me! I absolutely adore it, even if it's not a purist's idea of chili. Yes, there is canned Chili in the recipe, but it's still delicious and super easy. It makes plenty to freeze and reheat whenever you don't feel like making dinner! -- posted by Sara Bates

Elbow Broccoli Bake

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 12:44:32 -0500

No not your elbow -- elbow pasta! (Mine would be too fatty, anyway...) -- posted by Mareesme

Asian Roasted Chicken

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 14:37:37 -0500

From a Cooking Light Everyday Favorites recipe. I have adapted the recipe for OAMC. -- posted by Erindipity

Slow Cooker Mediterranean Chicken Stew

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 14:43:44 -0500

Adapted from a Betty Crocker magazine to be OAMC friendly. This should be made with bone-in chicken breasts, but you can also use thighs. -- posted by Erindipity

Marcaroni and Cheese Italia

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 11:09:27 -0500

Quick and easy baked pasta dish...Italian style. -- posted by topchefddb

Best Ever Red & White Sauce Lasagna

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 16:04:10 -0500

This is the absolute best tasting lasagna I have ever had. The red sauce offers sweetness and the white sauce gives it a warm creaminess. I came up with this recipe for my sister who doesn't eat pork, but have made it many times with traditional pork Italian sausage. Either way its yummy, hearty and sure to impress. -- posted by Shamrockjulie

Wild Mushroom and Mozzarella Risotto Cakes (Oamc)

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 08:24:10 -0500

Turn regular risotto insode out with this fabulous and filling funghi treat. Freeze it: at the end of step 3 for up to 3 months. Thoroughly defrost as many risotto cakes as you need and continue with the recipe. -- posted by English_Rose

Chicken, Red Wine and Bacon Casserole (Oamc)

Sun, 07 Feb 2010 11:21:23 -0500

This can be frozen for up to three months. To ensure the chicken remains succulent, defrost slowly in the fridge and reheat gently. Add a handful of chopped parsley before serving and accompany with mashed potato and a green vegetable, such as peas. -- posted by English_Rose

Cream of Chicken Enchiladas

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:51:44 -0500

This is a great recipe that a friend of mine has been bringing to office pot-lucks for years. I just got the recipe from him and made it myself. It's a unique and pretty decadent twist on traditional enchiladas. You can adjust the amount of green chiles and jalapenos to your particular taste. This recipe carries a little bite, but is not particularly hot (even using green chiles rated HOT). To pep it up, use 3 cans of green chiles and 2 cans of jalapenos. For potlucks or freezing, double or triple this recipe. -- posted by Chef #1534395

Ground Beef and Bean Chili

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 12:36:45 -0500

My Significant Other's chili recipe. Check out Squirrel's Beanless Chili if you'd like to see mine. -- posted by Jennifer Cross