Recipezaar: Microwave,Main Dish recipes

Chinese Steamed Chicken and Chinese Sausage

Fri, 18 Jan 2008 01:42:02 -0500

This is home-style Chinese cooking that is easy and tasty. Get the Chinese sausage (Larp Chong) from a Chinese grocery store. The sausage gives the flavor to the chicken therefore it's a must in this recipe. -- posted by MasakoHI

Microwave Broccoli & Chicken Main Dish

Tue, 22 Jan 2008 18:55:05 -0500

An adjusted recipe from Simple & Delicious Dec. 2006. -- posted by HokiesLady

Veggies and Couscous

Wed, 23 Jan 2008 01:16:27 -0500

Healthy, attractive, easy and quick b/c it uses the microwave. Fits a busy empty nester life style:) -- posted by WiGal

Sour Cream Beef 'n' Beans

Fri, 01 Feb 2008 18:13:16 -0500

An enjoyable beef and beans casserole. -- posted by bmcnichol

Delicious 10 Minute Beef Stew/Soup

Fri, 08 Feb 2008 17:51:10 -0500

As a working mother I have to have quick meals to fix. I thought of this one on a night when I was really running late and everyone was hungry. This worked great for dinner with a salad, and then as a side with a sandwich the next day for lunch for everyone. The night you make it it won't be as thick. For added thickness add 2 tbs cornstarch mixed first with 2 tbs water. My family thought I had been cooking it in a crockpot all day! -- posted by Chef #338417

African Donuts

Sat, 23 Feb 2008 02:47:04 -0500

This recipe is well known and loved by most african countries (West, Central and part of East Africa). It can be used at breakfast with honey or your favorites fruit preserves or at Dinner with red beans and diced beef. -- posted by Nubian

Shepherd's Pie

Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:48:30 -0500

This is the version of shepher's pie that I grew up with my mom making. It's super easy and all you need is a stove top and a microwave. Very fast for the nights when you don't have a lot of time to fix a full meal. The ingerdients listed are more to taste and serving size it's more of a "however-much-you-feel" meal than an exact sicence. -- posted by Not Good but Trying

Microwaved Coconut Chicken Curry

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 00:34:21 -0400

Fast food. -- posted by cookee monster

Butt-Ugly Boca Casserole

Thu, 20 Mar 2008 00:44:49 -0400

This vegan one bowl meal is as ugly as they come... but oh so yummy and healthy! -- posted by taradelyce85

Mediterranean Sausage Wrap (With Vegetarian Option)

Thu, 20 Mar 2008 14:04:02 -0400

This is a flavour-filled, healthy, easy-to-make wrap that's great as a snack or as a main dish. Vegetarians can use tofurky or other soy/alternameat sausages (it's just as delicious!). ***Note: The vegetarian option does not follow the nutrition information listed. In general the vegetarian choices will have lower sodium, fat, and calories. -- posted by kittyroara

Microwave Southwestern Pita Pizza

Fri, 21 Mar 2008 18:58:11 -0400

From Good Food Magazine March 1988 -- posted by JackieOhNo!

Saucy Citrus Garlic Chicken Breasts, Microwaved & Easy!

Thu, 03 Apr 2008 01:10:41 -0400

This is a take on troyh's Easy Garlic Chicken Breasts, but I switched up the ingredients, cooked it in the microwave and used the drippings to make a wonderful lemon butter sauce. SUPER SIMPLE. . .you must try this! Perfect over rice with a side of asparagus. -- posted by JanuaryBride

Chocolate-Spice Oatmeal

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 01:46:46 -0400

I run a busy college schedule and I need a breakfast with some 'pep' to get me up and going in the mornings and can cater to my equipment limitation (Dorms only allow microwaves). I spend my extra computer time browsing through different recipes and patched together this recipe from everything I've read. I'm a major health nut, so this oatmeal is not only tasty, but very good for you. Enjoy. The soy milk gives the oatmeal a satisfying, nutty taste! -- posted by Jrroe

Garlic and Herb Chicken

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 01:20:57 -0400

I found this recipe in a National Chicken Cooking Contest Cookbook. The original recipe called to cook the dish in the microwave but I baked mine in the oven and it turned out great. -- posted by Scutch

Microwave Lasagna

Sun, 27 Apr 2008 01:13:03 -0400

This is another of those recipes my mom got from the 1980's microwave cooking class. You don't pre-cook the noodles for this. This recipe pre-dates turntables. To save wear and tear on your microwave's turn table take the glass turn table plate out, remove the roller ring and then put the plate back in upside down. This recipe requires a microwave safe 9x13 baking dish. I use a Pyrex one. -- posted by Thndrus

Best Chicken Stroganoff

Fri, 09 May 2008 17:15:27 -0400

Well, I was panicking over losing a well-liked chicken stroganoff and decided to "ad-lib" as I call it. The results were even better than the recipe that I had lost, so it's my new and improved replacement. Hope you enjoy as well as I do! -- posted by kimngabe_mommy

Lasagna Rolls (Microwave)

Wed, 28 May 2008 02:02:30 -0400

Why heat up the house? These are delicious and easy. Have no idea where the recipe came from. -- posted by Chef MB

Microwave Breakfast Casserole

Fri, 30 May 2008 17:41:27 -0400

This recipe is quick and easy and makes one serving. If you're in the mood for eggs, but are tired of the same boring scrambled or over-easy, then this is for you! I got this from an about.com site: http://southernfood.about.com/od/breakfastcasserolerecipes/r/bl00804h.htm -- posted by BigRed77777

Bayerische Schweinekoteletts (Pork Chops Bavarian Style)

Mon, 02 Jun 2008 22:41:14 -0400

German style microwave dish that is easy and quick to prepare. -- posted by Celticevergreen

Macaroni & Cheese a La Andre

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 20:52:50 -0400

I like this recipe as it is easy to prepare and very tasty. I have a combination microwave oven and the entire dish is prepared in the microwave. You could use a regular oven instead with the same result. -- posted by Andre B

Ranch Chicken and Broccoli on Rice

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 21:08:21 -0400

Simple meal that tastes great, and is quick since it utilizes the microwave. I figured if ranch dressing tastes great on cold chicken and broccoli, it would taste good warm too, and it does :-) -- posted by Japan bound

Turkey Sloppy Joes

Mon, 16 Jun 2008 09:21:13 -0400

This is an old favorite. Not your usual Sloppy Joe. No tomatos are used in this recipe. We do the same thing with ground beef but we are trying to eat healthier by not eating red meat. -- posted by Chef #856417

Chicken Parmesan

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 00:14:35 -0400

I had an idea of how I wanted to make this recipe, and I had all the ingredients. I wasn't finding exactly what I wanted in the recipes out there, so being stubborn, I did it myself. This is good! Not that I am surprised, mind you. Heh ;) This is not an especially difficult recipe to prepare. It takes little time overall, and the taste is excellent! Note the cooking time is for the oven. The prep time includes frying and is approximate. -- posted by Burned Toast

Meatloaf - Fabulous - 30 Minute Meal

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 01:03:25 -0400

Delicious meatloaf! This is now my favorite way of making this dish. My hubby doesn't usually like meatloaf, but "loves" this one. Wonderful texture - great flavor, try it, you will love it. I tried this after a neighbor gave me a recipe, I didn't have 3 of the ingredients so I improvised - the new version is lots better than the original! -- posted by seajayh

Easy Diet Feast

Sun, 06 Jul 2008 03:18:34 -0400

Note: I'm trying to tweak this. The calories are coming up WAY higher than they should (should be 400-500 depending on your salsa usage) This is something that I've worked up recently. The beans and rice should already be cooked. If I were to eat all of this at lunchtime, I would still feel full around dinner. You feel like you're stuffing yourself, but it's a modest amount of calories, low fat, low sodium (depends on the salsa), and an insane source of fiber. Very easy to throw together if you make larger batches of the beans and rice. I do NOT used canned beans because of the sodium. But if you use a pressure cooker, a whole bag of dry beans (not soaked) only takes 35-40 minutes to cook. I get the frozen pepper & onion mixture from Kroger. The salsa quantity is up to you, but you would save a few calories by reducing the amount (I like a lot). My preferences are Paul Newman's Pineapple or Sam's Choice Pineapple Peach Chipotle, because it adds a nice sweetness to the mixture -- posted by HRH Mom

Potato Explosion

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 03:31:16 -0400

I got this recipe while lost in the kitchen trying to quickly feed a hungry 6 year old. Turned out great (by accident then) he loved it and it filled em right on up. -- posted by ANCY

Chi Chi's Seafood Enchiladas - Microwave

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 18:48:40 -0400

We used to love the seafood enchiladas at Chi-Chi's. Since they have gone out of business, we haven't had anything like them. When I found this on the web, I knew I had to post it here for safe keeping -- will have to try soon and see if it hits the mark!! This is a microwave recipe, -- posted by iewe

Chocolate Fudge Power Oatmeal

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 18:56:18 -0400

Easy fudgie oatmeal that's good for you too! I eat this amount for breakfast - if I'm doing it for lunch I'll double it. -- posted by Brooke the Cook in WI

Hot Tortellini Salad With Salami and Broccoli

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 02:32:41 -0400

Fully cook julienned ham may be replaced for the salami, this yields four smaller potions I would definately double to serve more than four --- this is very good! -- posted by KITTENCAL

Saucy Pineapple Fish Fillets

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 18:26:05 -0400

Another one from the Favorite Brand Names Cookbook. Again, pineapples and fish is a huge winner in my house. I love the flavors together! And it's a zippy microwave recipe that's great when I'm in a rush in the evenings. Hope you like it as much as we do! -- posted by pesce_gurl

Lemon Fish Roll-Ups

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 18:27:29 -0400

This is another one from the Favorite Brand Names Cookbook. It is my absolute favorite meal that we have at my house. We make it at least once a week. Anything that can get my son eating rice is great. I promise you won't be disappointed! Microwave instructions follow. -- posted by pesce_gurl

Karens New Mexican Chicken Enchiladas Verde

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 20:45:44 -0400

When living in New Mexico, I learned the difference in New Mexican food from Mexican food. Here is my version of the great food that region of the country serves. The green chilies are a must and do not make the dish too spicy for those who cannot tolerate spicy foods. Notes You can also use corn or wheat tortillas if you prefer. You can alter the amounts of ingredients to taste, but I found this works best. Offer additional toppings such as shredded lettuce, salsa, and sour cream to complete this great dish! Let me know how you like it! -- posted by Suza2n

Thai-Style Tofu Ww in Microwave

Sun, 17 Aug 2008 23:56:35 -0400

Entered for safe-keeping, from Weight Watchers Magazine, September-October 2008, 2 "thingies" per 1 cup serving. Serve with "Quick Green Rice WW". This also works well with red or green Thai chili paste. If all else fails, use an equal amount of hot pepper sauce. -- posted by KateL

Smothered Beef Potatoes

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 00:30:32 -0400

This is a fantastic recipe that my family and I came up with when we used to own a cafe. We wanted to come up with something different that could be used as a special, but that was made from ingredients we already kept on hand... it's SO easy and takes so little time!!!! I love these! YUMMY! Eat up! -- posted by Michelle my bell

Beef and Macaroni Chili ( With Optional Microwave Directions)

Wed, 03 Sep 2008 17:36:06 -0400

This is an inexpensive and quick family meal. The amount and type of cheese is to your taste...I just took a guess at the amount. The beef and seasonings cook in the time it takes to boil the macaroni, they are mixed together, cooked briefly, and served from the pan. -- posted by Sweet Baboo

Tomato Basil & Bacon Alfredo

Thu, 11 Sep 2008 15:34:15 -0400

Yummy! Quick and very easy to make. Great for a main dish or as a side. As described below, I usually make it in the microwave. It is quicker and doesn't dry out as much. I just made this recipe up one day. I had some tomatoes on hand and some bacon that I needed to use, so I made this for lunch to use up what I had. Turned out great, and I will be making it again for sure! -- posted by Iguanagirl

Enchilada Stack

Fri, 19 Sep 2008 18:56:52 -0400

This is a quick microwaveable casserole that uses basic ingredients. You can spice it up with red pepper flakes. For a double recipe, just cut the tortillas to fit a bigger dish. -- posted by WarmHeart39

Microwave Risotto With Peas and Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese

Fri, 19 Sep 2008 19:32:41 -0400

Ive made risotto by the traditional method (in a pan on the stove top, stirring for 1/2 hour adding a 1/2-cup of broth at a time) and by this microwave method. I cant tell the difference of the final result. So this is the only way I make risotto now. This is a good recipe for those who have physical challenges and cant stir regular risotto for half an hour. Let the microwave do the work for you and eliminate most of the stirring. Just make sure to use a medium grain rice. I have best results with Calrose rice. Long grain doesnt work well because it has less of the starch that creates the creamy texture of risotto. This recipe is gauged for a 1500-watt microwave. -- posted by Antilope

Speedy Chicken Pot Pie

Fri, 19 Sep 2008 21:57:12 -0400

I like to mix up everything for a pot pie or casserole in the am so that all I have to do is bake it when it's time for dinner. Well, occasionally, I don't get it into the oven soon enough, no lie. Ha! So, tonight, I found out that I could speed it up successfully. It's the easy way out, all around, I think, but we need those sometimes. -- posted by SmoochTheCook

Skillet Beef Enchiladas

Sun, 05 Oct 2008 02:40:21 -0400

Enchiladas made simple. This recipe was given to me by a co-worker. Her mother gave it to her when she went to college as a quick-and-easy meal (and much better than Ramen noodles or peanut butter). -- posted by Into the Fire

Super-Fast Fondue With Steamed Veggies

Sun, 05 Oct 2008 09:55:26 -0400

From a Magazine called "Vegetarian Times." PER SERVING: 391 CAL, 22G PROT, 19G TOTAL FAT (11 SAT. FAT), 31G CARB, 61MG CHOL, 350MG SOD, 3G FIBER, 5G SUGARS -- posted by senseicheryl

Mini Salsa Chicken Loaves

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 15:39:43 -0400

Taken from an Ontario Chicken Lovers cookbook -- posted by Sam #3

Stuffed Steak Roll Yum!

Tue, 07 Oct 2008 00:39:42 -0400

This recipe is simple yet amazing! It may look kind of long but i promise i just like to make sure i explain everything. For this particular time I used two 1/4" thick top round steaks, but is also great with flank steak, I go with what's on sale. Sure to please the whole family and makes PLENTY! -- posted by MGerry

Shrimp-Stuffed Sole

Tue, 07 Oct 2008 16:41:03 -0400

From Simple & Delicious magazine, March/April 2006. We loved this so thought I would share it with you. It truly is simple to prepare. (Tested in a 1100 watt microwave) -- posted by mums the word

Fettuccine Hungry Girlfredo Veggie Explosion! - Ww Points = 3

Mon, 20 Oct 2008 20:22:32 -0400

From Hungry Girl: PER SERVING (entire recipe): 151 calories, 4.5g fat, 407mg sodium, 20g carbs, 7g fiber, 7g sugars, 9g protein -- POINTS® value 3* -- posted by senseicheryl

Easy Pea-Sy Burrito

Fri, 24 Oct 2008 00:23:35 -0400

Very healthy and super easy to make. Full of fiber and protein. It has 230 calories. -- posted by Kate the Magnificent

Shoney's Broccoli Casserole

Mon, 27 Oct 2008 17:35:26 -0400

I received an email today with a couple of copycat recipes in it. Here is one of them. -- posted by senseicheryl

Pampered Chef Microwave White Chicken Chili

Mon, 27 Oct 2008 17:54:38 -0400

I received an email today from my Pampered Chef Consultant with this recipe in it. Yield: 8 servings (8 cups) Nutrients per serving: Light (1 cup): Calories 230, Total Fat 7 g, Saturated Fat 1.5 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Carbohydrate 21 g, Protein 21 g, Sodium 750 mg, Fiber 4 g Cooks Tip: Taco seasoning mix can be substituted for the Southwestern Seasoning Mix, if desired. Omit salt. Serve this chili with optional toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, lime wedges, diced avocado or chopped cilantro. Boneless, skinless chicken breasts can be substituted for the chicken thighs, if desired. -- posted by senseicheryl

Fettuccine Hungry Girlfredo! - Ww Points = 1

Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:36:38 -0400

From Hungry Girl: "This recipe will rock your world. Share it with everyone you know...ASAP! This Fettucine Hungry Girlfredo has just 80 calories per serving, and is only 1 point on Weight Watchers (if you're counting). This is the guilt-free recipe of the century!" (80 Calories, 3g Fat, 242mg Sodium, 9g Carbs, 4g Fiber, <1g Sugars, 4g Protein = 1 Point!!!) -- posted by senseicheryl

College Chili Mac Salad

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 01:31:21 -0400

learned from a friend in San Francisco when I went to school there. Really easy, Really cheap, and Really Good. -- posted by Hannah F. Hammond

Quick Penne & Butternut Squash

Wed, 29 Oct 2008 17:45:28 -0400

Made in the microwave. Great for the hot days when you don't want to turn on your stove! -- posted by TattooedMamaof2

Tex-Mex Haddock or Cod from Microwave

Sat, 08 Nov 2008 16:19:55 -0500

Entered for safe-keeping. From Beth Miller, Tulsa, Oklahoma, as submitted to BH&G. -- posted by KateL

Lemony Waldorf Fish Fillets for Microwave

Sat, 08 Nov 2008 16:21:03 -0500

Entered for safe-keeping. From Mrs. JF Finnegan, Minneola, Minnesota, as submitted to BH&G. -- posted by KateL

Stuffed Squash for Two

Sat, 08 Nov 2008 16:47:31 -0500

Whether this feeds two or four depends upon the size of squash used. If serving for a main course, it is very filling! -- posted by Irmgard

Cashew Chicken Casserole

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 00:07:41 -0500

Found this in a farm paper it is by Linda Ann Zelen -- posted by Charlotte J

Cranberry Carrots

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 18:04:42 -0500

A great side dish of carrots. So easy to make in the microwave. -- posted by Plainbil

Beef Tenderloin With Red Wine Sauce

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 21:43:53 -0500

When choosing a wine to cook with, pick something affordable that you'd like to enjoy with the meal. For this recipe, you only need 1/2 cup, so there should be plenty left over to drink. The recipe recommends using your favorite hearty Cabernet Sauvignon or a spicy red Zinfandel. Recipe is from Good Housekeeping. -- posted by Lainey6605

Hot Dog Spaghetti Rings

Thu, 27 Nov 2008 16:10:50 -0500

From bestsimplerecipes.com. -- posted by hungrykitten

Mexican Lasagna

Wed, 17 Dec 2008 01:24:21 -0500

This is a super easy, fast dish that I found in a kids cookbook that I borrowed from my elementary school library many, many years ago. It's been a favorite ever since. To this day, I still have no idea what cookbook it came from! I have also tried this with variations on the type of cheese used, as well as using different types/flavors of refried beans. This can also be made ahead of time, as well as making great leftovers! -- posted by Chef #1074313

Microwave Salmon With Lemon Mushroom Sauce

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 19:31:12 -0500

I have not tried this yet, but it sound great for a quick meal. From simple & delicious magazine Jan/Feb 2009. -- posted by Ginny Sue

Upside-Down Shepherd's Pie

Mon, 12 Jan 2009 00:31:29 -0500

This recipe was featured in an email from the www.kraftfoods.com website. "Don't have frozen corn? You can use an equal amount of frozen peas instead." -- posted by senseicheryl

Savory Steamed Yellow Squash With Mushrooms and Walnuts

Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:08:40 -0500

A simple recipe to use with those plastic, microwave steamer bags. I find quite a bit of liquid is left in the bag after cooking, feel free to drain that off if desired and re-seasons with spices if needed, though I recommend trying it first before you drain it (the liquid adds a certain soup-like quality that I find is a nice compliment to the tender squash.) -- posted by VA in TX

Cheddar and Blue Cheese Cajun Noodles

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 01:23:58 -0500

Mac 'n' cheese, basically, but with noodles. This came about because a) I have dozens of packets of Kraft Blue Cheese Dressing in the house from Job Lot and b) I wanted to try Ranch Style Ramen (http://www.recipezaar.com/Ranch-Style-Ramen-93749) when I didn't have any ranch dressing in the house. The Kraft blue cheese dressing really isn't very strong, so if you use another type you might want to thin it out a bit with milk or half and half. This makes 1 small-ish serving. -- posted by Kris B.

Curry in a Hurry

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 00:40:01 -0500

Buy a rotisserie chicken to help you fix this quick meal -- posted by Charlotte J

Stuffed Acorn Squash

Wed, 28 Jan 2009 10:27:12 -0500

Dinner for 2 on the table in 15 minutes. -- posted by Chef #1147727

Enchilada Lasagna

Sat, 31 Jan 2009 01:35:31 -0500

I found this recipe in a booklet. I tried it and we really liked it. I hope you do too. -- posted by Chef #1151312

Microwave Fish Fillets With Peppers and Toasted Pine Nuts

Fri, 13 Feb 2009 00:01:16 -0500

I use haddock or cod but any plump fish fillet will do. -- posted by Wild Thyme Flour

Lobster Pasta

Tue, 17 Feb 2009 12:22:58 -0500

I had a whole steamed lobster left over from Valentine's Day, so I used it in this quick, easy microwave recipe. -- posted by chia

Hg's Loaded N Oated Spinach & Mushroom Girlfredo Pizza=4 Pts

Fri, 20 Feb 2009 11:06:32 -0500

From Hungry Girl: "Our famous "Girlfredo" sauce has made the leap from noodles to pizza. Yee-haa!!!" PER SERVING (entire pizza): 229 calories, 3g fat, 775mg sodium, 35g carbs, 10g fiber, 3.5g sugars, 20.5g protein -- POINTS. value 4* -- posted by senseicheryl

Lemon Butter Shrimp Scampi

Fri, 20 Feb 2009 18:10:06 -0500

Easy and delicious way to prepare something ordinarily thought of as difficult! -- posted by LAlover

Chicken Indian-Style in a Hurry

Sun, 22 Feb 2009 15:36:29 -0500

I found this recipe on the chicken farmers website, and I thought it looked terrific! I haven't tried it yet, just putting it here for safe keeping. I love all of these ingredients, so I'm sure it will taste great. Interesting that it's done in the microwave! -- posted by ~Leslie~

Microwave Rice and Tuna Flan

Mon, 23 Feb 2009 13:35:16 -0500

Since this recipe uses mostly canned & frozen ingredients, it is nice to have a stock of them on hand for times when you need a quick meal. Low-fat and stocked with protein, this consists of a complete meal. -- posted by Génial Génie

Egg in a Tomato

Wed, 25 Feb 2009 11:52:03 -0500

Yes, the name says it - it's an egg in a tomato. This incredibly easy, fun, and tasty recipe only requires 3 ingredient (+ butter) and a microwave. I found this in a leaflet promoting eggs. -- posted by Génial Génie

Mexican Chicken Lasagna

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 18:31:55 -0500

This is a Pampered Chef recipe that I received via email. "A fun twist on lasagna that starts with enchilada sauce and corn tortillas to create a quick microwave casserole." Cooks Tips: This recipe can be assembled up to one night in advance. Prepare through Step 2; cover and refrigerate. When ready to serve, let baker stand at room temperature 15 minutes. Microwave, covered, on HIGH 21-23 minutes or until hot. Proceed as recipe directs. Spicy enchilada sauce can be used for more kick. Nutrients per serving: Calories 390, Total Fat 22 g, Saturated Fat 10 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Carbohydrate 25 g, Protein 26 g, Sodium 710 mg, Fiber 2 g ©The Pampered Chef, Ltd. 2008 - This recipe was developed and tested in The Pampered Chef Test Kitchens by professional home economists. -- posted by senseicheryl

Dad's Bachelor Chili Surprise

Fri, 06 Mar 2009 17:39:46 -0500

Perfect for that person who can't be bothered to use more then the microwave, but doesn't want to eat yet another frozen entree. Or you can make the effort and use the stove top, both work. Easy to make, and the surprise is Vegetables, so you get something healthy snuck in too. My dad likes to make this and I can honestly say you don't taste the icky green stuff. -- posted by storylistener

My Favourite Tofu Recipe

Sun, 29 Mar 2009 20:40:21 -0400

I was 13 when I became a vegetarian. At the time, my mother and I concocted this recipe. Today, it is still my favourite way to eat tofu, and my favoured recipe for introducing tofu to sceptics. You can adjust vegetables to your family's taste. -- posted by Génial Génie

7 Layer Dip

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 11:12:00 -0400

This is a traditional appetizer, but we love it as a meal. It is cool, refreshing and very filling, and makes a really fun dinner! -- posted by Jennifer521

Best Homemade Mac-N-Cheese Ever

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 01:39:14 -0400

This is a recipe I've honed over the past few years after trolling the internet for ones I liked. Super creamy and flavorful. I like mine in the microwave, but should cook well in the oven as well. -- posted by Shabookie_513

Greek-Style Tuna Casserole

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 00:27:11 -0400

My mom was cleaning out one of her closets and came across several folders full of recipes that she had clipped from magazines and newpapers over the years. I'm not sure what publication this one came from. The title says "casserole" but it's really more of a hot pasta salad. Microwave cooking makes this a quick and easy meal! -- posted by loof

Hg's Beef Strogataki - Ww Points = 5

Mon, 04 May 2009 14:55:45 -0400

Here is another recipe from Hungry Girl using those Shirataki Noodles! (Yes, they do take some getting used to!!!) LOL :-) "Use Your Noodle! Attention, Shirataki skeptics! Our favorite noodle swap works INSANELY WELL in this creamy, beefy, head-explodingly delicious recipe. TRY IT AND SEE! Special thanks to HG subscriber Shari, who inspired this stroganoff swap-a-rama... " Serving Size: entire recipe Calories: 272 Fat: 9g Sodium: 967mg Carbs: 17g Fiber: 5g Sugars: 4g Protein: 30g POINTS® value 5* -- posted by senseicheryl

Paella on Spaghetti Squash

Tue, 05 May 2009 17:16:02 -0400

A recipe from Ricardo. Posted for ZWT. -- posted by Boomette

Mexican Shrimp Pilaf

Sat, 06 Jun 2009 01:58:03 -0400

Nice and easy microwave dish with great flavor. Use tomatoes with jalapenos (Rotel) instead of the canned diced tomatoes if you want to kick up the spice! -- posted by loof

Lamb With Kumara Mash

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 02:23:44 -0400

From Australias Super Food Ideas - always looking for new ways to use sweet potato, love it. Times are estimated at this stage. -- posted by I'mPat

Cabbage Rolls

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 12:04:41 -0400

I've included some techniques to make this a little easier. Freezes well. -- posted by gailanng

Chicken Penne Al Fresco

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:35:03 -0400

This fast and easy dish is a wonderful way to keep your kitchen cool in the hot months while serving up a delicious meal! Adapted from Pampered Chef. -- posted by mama's kitchen

Creamy Potato and Bacon Soup.

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 15:55:16 -0400

Quite simple, not alot of work involved. Produces a wonderful soup full of flavour! I made this recipe a few weeks ago on a very cold day. As for preperation of the bacon, you can choose to cook it in the stock pot, leaving behind as much fat as possible for flavour, and add back after cooking of the rest of the soup, or do as I've suggested with the microwave. I suggested the microwave because making the bacon cripsy is much easier this way. -- posted by Ambien.

Chicken and Wild Rice Casserole

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 13:02:21 -0400

I put this together using ingredients I had on hand. I served it with green beans with almonds and crescent rolls. My family thoroughly enjoyed it. You can use cooked chicken from a previous meal if you have some on hand, but this was a day before grocery day. -- posted by SmoochTheCook

Simple Microwave Chicken Drumsticks

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 00:48:17 -0400

A potent curry flavor defines this easy, ketchup or bbq sauce base for microwaved drumsticks. Perfect for something quick and simple. Can be adapted by adding some chopped apple or sultanas and served with Basmati rice. -- posted by Roxxy

Poor Man's Lobster

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 01:57:15 -0400

My husband loves Lobster but sadly, living in a landlocked state we have to pay high dollar for seafood. during the rougher times we we can't afford Lobster, this substitute is almost as good -- posted by GingerlyJ

Creamy Onion-Smothered Pork Chops (Microwave)

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 17:15:48 -0400

I haven't tried this yet, but it sounds simple and good. -- posted by lazyme

Barb's Chicken Pot Pie

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 13:47:20 -0400

The Best! My Grandmother's Recipe... real comfort food. -- posted by Chef #881396

Sauteed Curried Beef and Broccoli

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 16:20:03 -0400

Recipe is by Kathleen Daelemans, author of Getting Thin and Loving Food. -- posted by Sweet Jezebel

A1 Ultimate Jambalaya

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 10:05:01 -0500

I could live on this! Everybody loves this one, and agrees that its better than any Jambalaya they've ever ordered in a restaurant. Give it a try, you won't be disappointed I promise. The secret is the roasted red peppers and the butter. Don't be put off that the dish is finished in the microwave, it just ensures that there are no burnt pans to deal with later! The only other veg that work in this I find are sweetcorn or butternut squash/pumpkin cut into chunks and added just before it all goes in the microwave. Even my friends from Louisiana find it hard to accept that its perhaps even better (If not a little different) than they make. Enjoy! -- posted by robd16

A Pie in a Spud

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 22:13:54 -0500

From Huey's Cooking Adventures. Times are estimated. -- posted by I'mPat

My Favorite Fajitas from Home

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 17:46:05 -0500

i like this recipe because it requires no grilling and i have gotten great responses from all kinds of people so i know this one's a winner. This recipe is actually lower in fat because you will only use about half the cold avocado mix. -- posted by nubeechef

Mexican Salad in a Tortilla (Ww 6 Pts)

Sat, 09 Jan 2010 09:02:35 -0500

This is a delicious recipe from Weight Watchers New Complete Cookbook. The crunchy tortilla cups soak up the yummy dressing and become a treat on their own. To make the tortilla cups use my Recipe #381215 The Weight Watchers cookbook calculates the calories to be 307. Zaars calculation is lower which would make the points value lower as well. I think the cooking spray might be counted in the calorie count by WW. -- posted by Dreamer in Ontario

Microwave Parmesan Chicken

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 15:53:18 -0500

The golden coating over moist chicken makes people think you fussed. I found this recipe in Taste Of Home magazine. I have not tried this recipe, but I'm posting it for safe keeping. -- posted by internetnut

Easy Mac N Cheese With Hot Dogs

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 13:11:27 -0500

I have seen a few variations on this recipe from Kraft but this one is pretty easy and yummy as I love ketchup and mustard!! I serve with a buttered slice of bread and either sliced tomatoes or SteamFresh green beans for the side dish. -- posted by ND_Dawn

Food Network Nuevo Latino Chipotle Beef

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 10:07:00 -0500

I do the beef stew part in a crockpot instead of stockpot in the oven. I also steam the butternut squash in the microwave, but you can follow the recipe the way Food Network's Challenge winner described below. I used chipotle peppers in adobo sauce instead of ground chipotle,too. -- posted by janric

Cajun Shrimp With Potatoes

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 12:30:31 -0500

This is a fast dish made in the microwave. If you are looking for a quick shrimp dish, this is a good one. Another Quick Cooking recipe -- posted by Acountkel