kahlua cake

Bundt cake made with chocolate cake and Kahlua

Ingredients
1 pkg. Devil's Food Cake mix
1-4 oz. pkg. instant vanilla pudding
4 eggs
1/2 c. milk
1/2 c. water
1/2 c. oil
1/2 c. Kahlua
1 c. chocolate chips
GLAZE
1 stick butter
1 c. sugar
1/4 c. water
1/2 c. Kahlua

Directions
Mix first eight ingredients together and pour into a well-greased Bundt pan. Bake one hour @ 325º. Cool on rack, then turn onto plate. Wash pan.
Melt one stick butter. Add the cup of sugar. Add the 1/4 c. water. Bring to a boil for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and add 1/2 c. Kahlua. Return cake to Bundt pan and poke holes in it with a meat fork. Slowly pour the glaze over the cake. Let the cake soak overnight. Invert the cake on a serving plate; dust with powdered sugar, serve and enjoy.

Prep Time: 10 Min
Cook Time: 1 Hr
Total Time: 1 Hr 10 Min
Servings: 16

chocolate cherry cake

A great tasting easy to make cake modifying a box cake that no one will know it's a box cake

Ingredients
(1) Box Choc. Cake Mix w/pudding in box
(3) Eggs
(1) can Cherry Pie Filling ( Comstock)
(1) Tbs Cooking oil

Directions
Blend well in mixing bowl the pie filling,eggs,cooking oil. Add cake mix and blend well. Spray bundt pan w/Pam or like product
Place mixture in bundt pan, level top, and place on center rack in oven.

Prep Time: 10 Min
Cook Time: 35 Min
Total Time: 45 Min
Servings: 12

healthy vegetable bisque

Soup is good food, especially when you're talking about this vegetable bisque. This rich soup will definitely melt in your mouth. We promise you will absolutely love every spoonful. Say cheese... and veggies!

Ingredients

3 tbsp. butter 3 tbsp. flour 4 cups vegetable broth 2 cups coarsely chopped broccoli 3/4 cup chopped carrots 1/2 cup chopped celery 1 small chopped onion 1 small clove garlic, minced 1/4 tsp. thyme 1/2 tsp. salt 1/8 tsp. pepper 1 cup heavy cream 1 egg yolk 1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Methods/steps

In a large, heavy saucepan, melt butter. Add flour and cook several minutes, stirring. Remove from heat. Gradually blend in broth. Bring to boil, stirring, and add broccoli, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, thyme, salt and pepper which have been mixed. Cover and simmer 8 minutes until vegetables are tender. Blend cream and egg. Gradually blend in several teaspoons of soup. Return to soup and cook, stirring until thickened, and blend in cheese.

Additional Tips

Ready in 30 min

easy apple betty

A great apple betty desert with out all the work . We love it with vanilla ice cream but cool whip is also good .

Ingredients
2 large Cans Apple Pie Filling
1 Box of Yellow Cake Mix
2 Small Packets of Brown Sugar and Cinnamon Instant Oatmeal
1 and 1/2 Sticks of Cold Butter

Directions
Preheat oven to 350. In a 9 x 13 baking dish add both cans of apple pie filling. In a large bowl add dry cake mix oatmeal ,add all the cold butter and mix into little crumbles with your hands . Cover the pie filling with the cake mix . Bake at 350 for 55 minutes or until top is golden brown and bubbly. Serve warm with ice cream or cool whip .

Prep Time: 15 Min
Cook Time: 55 Min
Total Time: 1 Hr 10 Min
Servings: 16

fresh apple cake

fresh, moist and taste just like grandma's. Great gifts for Christmas or any holiday.

Ingredients
1 1/2 cups of vegetable oil
3 eggs
2 cups of sugar
1 tsp of vanilla
1 tsp of nutmeg
1 tsp of cinnamon
1 tsp salt
1 tsp soda
2 tsp baking powder
3 cups flour
1 cup nuts
1 cup coconut
3 large apples
Topping:
1 stick of butter
1/2 cups coconut
1/4 cup of milk
1 cup of brown sugar

Directions
Mix together oil, eggs, sugar and vanilla. Add flour, baking soda,
salt, baking powder, nutmeg and cinnamon. Mix well. Add nuts, coconut, and apples.
Topping:
Cook for 3 minutes and pour over cooled cake. Bake at 375 Enjoy

Prep Time: 15 Min
Cook Time: 1 Hr
Total Time: 1 Hr 15 Min

pineapple tart

In search of a memorable dessert that will leave a lasting impression? Have a tart. This pineapple tart is a tropical delight. It's simple to prepare and guaranteed to be a favorite for parties or simply as an after-dinner treat.

Ingredients

2 (6 oz.) pkg. orange flavored gelatin mix 4 cups boiling water 1 (16 oz.) pkg. graham crackers 2 (8 oz.) cans crushed pineapple 1 (12 oz.) container frozen whipped topping, thawed

Methods/steps

Pour the gelatin mix into a large bowl, and stir in the boiling water until the gelatin has dissolved. Refrigerate until set, about 3 hours. Make a layer of graham crackers in the bottom of a glass 9x13-inch baking dish. Spoon a layer of gelatin over the graham crackers, and top with a layer of crushed pineapple. Cover with a layer of whipped topping. Repeat the layers all the way to the top of the pan, ending with whipped topping on top. Refrigerate for a few hours before serving to let the graham crackers absorb the flavors of orange and pineapple.

 

Additional Tips

Ready in 3 hours 10 min

gourmet chicken soup

Not all chicken soup is created equal. Can those store-bought brands and whip up a batch of your own. Infused with a host of fresh veggies, this homemade chicken soup is certain to bowl you over. Not just hearty but healthy as well.

Ingredients

1/2 (2 to 3 lb.) whole chicken 2 parsnips, peeled and chopped 1 medium head garlic, peeled 2 large onions, chopped 5 carrots, chopped 2 zucchini, chopped 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley 2 stalks celery, chopped 2 potatoes, peeled and chopped 1 sweet potato, peeled and cubed 1 packet chicken vegetable soup mix 1 tbsp. dried oregano 1 tsp. paprika 8 cups water 1/2 (750 millilitre) bottle white wine Salt and pepper to taste

Methods/steps

In a large soup pot or Dutch oven, combine chicken, parsnips, garlic, onions, carrots, zucchini, parsley, celery, potatoes, sweet potato, soup mix, oregano, paprika, water, wine, salt and pepper. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat. Boil 30 minutes, partially covered, and then reduce heat to low and simmer another 90 minutes.

italian roast beef sandwiches

• Prep/Total Time: 15 min.
• Yield: 4 Servings

15 15

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup Italian salad dressing
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 4 cups spring mix salad greens
• 4 ciabatta rolls, split
• 1/2 pound sliced deli roast beef
• 1 medium tomato, sliced
• 8 cucumber slices
• 1/4 cup sliced ripe olives, drained

Directions

• In a large bowl, combine the cheese, salad dressing and pepper. Add salad greens; toss to coat.
• Place salad green mixture over roll bottoms. Layer with roast beef, tomato, cucumber and olives; replace tops. Serve immediately. Yield: 4 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 sandwich equals 571 calories, 21 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 40 mg cholesterol, 1,605 mg sodium, 76 g carbohydrate, 6 g fiber, 27 g protein.

Slicing Tomatoes

The best way to cut through the skin of a tomato is with a serrated, not straight-edged, knife. Cut a tomato vertically, from stem end to blossom end, for slices that will be less juicy and hold their shape better.

Full-Bodied Red Wine

Enjoy this recipe with a full-bodied red wine such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot or Syrah.

rosemary mushroom chicken

• Prep: 30 min. Cook: 7 hours
• Yield: 6 Servings

30 420 450

Ingredients

• 6 chicken leg quarters, skin removed
• 2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
• 2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
• 1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon garlic salt
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• Hot cooked egg noodles

Directions

• Place chicken in a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker coated with cooking spray; top with mushrooms. Combine the soup, wine, garlic salt, rosemary, paprika and pepper; pour over top. Cover and cook on low for 7-9 hours or until chicken is tender. Serve with noodles. Yield: 6 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 leg quarter with 3/4 cup sauce (calculated without noodles) equals 294 calories, 14 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 94 mg cholesterol, 1,107 mg sodium, 9 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 28 g protein.

Full-Bodied White Wine

Enjoy this recipe with a full-bodied white wine such as Chardonnay or Viognier.

tater tot casserole

Tater Tot Casseroles Recipe

• Prep: 25 min. Bake: 55 min.
• Yield: 12 Servings

25 55 80

Ingredients

• 3/4 pound bulk hot Italian sausage
• 3/4 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
• 2 cups frozen cut green beans, thawed
• 1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
• 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese, divided
• 1/2 cup 2% milk
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt
• 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 package (32 ounces) frozen Tater Tots

Directions

• In a Dutch oven, cook the sausage, beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the soup, beans, corn, 1 cup cheese, milk, garlic powder, seasoned salt and cayenne. Transfer to two greased 11-in. x 7-in. baking dishes. Top with Tater Tots; sprinkle with remaining cheese.
• Cover and freeze one casserole for up to 3 months. Cover and bake the remaining casserole at 350° for 40 minutes. Uncover and bake 5-10 minutes longer or until bubbly.
• To use frozen casserole: Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking.
• Cover and bake at 350° for 50 minutes. Uncover and bake 5-10 minutes longer or until bubbly. Yield: 2 casseroles (6 servings each).

Nutritional Facts 1 piece equals 370 calories, 22 g fat (8 g saturated fat), 48 mg cholesterol, 1,085 mg sodium, 30 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 16 g protein.

Originally published as Tater Tot Casseroles in Simple & Delicious April/May 2011, p35

Medium-Bodied Red Wine

Enjoy this recipe with a medium-bodied red wine such as Chianti, Sangiovese, Malbec or Zinfandel.

pepperoni pizza chili

• Prep: 20 min. Cook: 30 min.
• Yield: 12 Servings

20 30 50

Ingredients

• 2 pounds ground beef
• 1 pound bulk hot Italian sausage
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 large green pepper, chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 jar (16 ounces) salsa
• 1 can (16 ounces) hot chili beans, undrained
• 1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 can (12 ounces) pizza sauce
• 1 package (8 ounces) sliced pepperoni, halved
• 1 cup water
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 3 cups (12 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Directions

• In a Dutch oven, cook the beef, sausage, onion, green pepper and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain.
• Stir in the salsa, beans, pizza sauce, pepperoni, water, chili powder, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle servings with cheese. Yield: 12 servings (3 quarts).

Nutritional Facts 1 cup chili with 1/4 cup cheese equals 464 calories, 28 g fat (11 g saturated fat), 94 mg cholesterol, 1,240 mg sodium, 21 g carbohydrate, 5 g fiber, 33 g protein.

celery seed brisket

• Prep: 20 min. Cook: 8 hours
• Yield: 8 Servings

20 480 500

Ingredients

• 1 fresh beef brisket (3 to 4 pounds)
• 1 can (28 ounces) Italian crushed tomatoes
• 1 large red onion, chopped
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon celery seed
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon Liquid Smoke
• 4 teaspoons cornstarch
• 3 tablespoons cold water

Directions

• Cut brisket in half; place in a 5-qt. slow cooker. In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, onion, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, brown sugar, celery seed, pepper, salt, cumin and Liquid Smoke. Pour over beef. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until meat is tender.
• Remove meat to a serving platter; keep warm. In a large saucepan, combine cornstarch and water until smooth. Gradually stir in 4 cups cooking liquid. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Slice brisket across the grain; serve with gravy. Yield: 8 servings.

Editor's Note: This is a fresh beef brisket, not corned beef.

Nutritional Facts 5 ounces cooked beef with 1/2 cup gravy equals 262 calories, 7 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 72 mg cholesterol, 425 mg sodium, 10 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 36 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 1 vegetable.

Light-Bodied Red Wine

Enjoy this recipe with a light-bodied red wine such as Pinot Noir.