Chicken Stuffed Baked Avocados

Chicken Stuffed Baked Avocados Ingredients 4 avocados, halved and pitted 2 cooked chicken breasts, shredded 4 ounces cream cheese, softened 1/4 cup chopped tomatoes 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 pinch cayenne pepper 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, or more to taste Directions Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Scoop out some of the flesh in the center of each avocado; place into mixing bowl. Add chicken, cream cheese, tomatoes, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper; mix well to combine. Scoop spoonfuls of chicken mixture into the wells of each avocado; top each with generous … Continue reading Chicken Stuffed Baked Avocados

Oven Roasted Hominy

Oven Roasted Hominy Recipe By:kashmir “These are very good. When baked correctly they have almost a Corn Nut(R) consistency. I love garlic powder and chili powder on mine, but feel free to experiment with other seasonings.” Ingredients 1 (15.5 ounce) can white hominy, drained and rinsed 1 tablespoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon chili powder 1 tablespoon vegetable oil Directions Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with a sheet of aluminum foil. Pat the rinsed hominy dry with paper towels and place into a mixing bowl. Sprinkle with garlic powder and chili powder. … Continue reading Oven Roasted Hominy

Twice-Baked Ranch Potatoes

Twice-Baked Ranch Potatoes “Creamy twice baked potatoes with a ranch taste.” Ingredients 5 (5 ounce) baking potatoes 4 ounces Neufchatel cheese, softened 2 tablespoons milk 1 (1 ounce) package ranch salad dressing mix 1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese Directions Scrub and dry potatoes, then prick several times with a fork and place on a microwave-safe plate. Heat in microwave on high until tender, 18 to 20 minutes; remove and allow to cool for 10 minutes. Combine Neufchatel cheese and milk in a small bowl; beat in salad dressing mix. Cut potatoes in half lengthwise; remove pulp, leaving a thin … Continue reading Twice-Baked Ranch Potatoes

Perfect Baked Potato

Perfect Baked Potato “This baked potato has a crisp, golden skin, and is light and fluffy on the inside. Great comfort food!” Ingredients 1 medium baking potato 1 teaspoon olive oil 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons butter 1 pinch freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup shredded Cheddar cheese Directions Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Scrub the potato, and pierce the skin several times with a knife or fork. Rub the skin with olive oil, then with salt. Place the potato in the preheated oven, and bake for 90 minutes, or until slightly soft and golden … Continue reading Perfect Baked Potato

Christmas Fruitcake

Christmas Fruitcake Recipe By:Karen Uffelman “It’s a shame that fruitcake as a species gets such a bad rap. With its two key ingredients–rum and butter–it ought to be a hit. This recipe includes dried fruit, instead of the glowing, candied stuff we’ve all learned to associate with fruitcake, and is less dense and more cake-like than many fruitcake recipes. It has become a favorite of my friends and family around the holidays (even the skeptical ones), and is delicious by itself, or covered with a layer of almond paste.” Ingredients 1/8 cup chopped dried cherries 1/8 cup chopped dried mango … Continue reading Christmas Fruitcake

English Walnut Date Cake

English Walnut Date Cake Recipe By:HoneeBee “This has been a favorite of my husband’s since I can long remember. His mother always manages to bake him one every year (she’s 75) for Christmas…though she claims it’s always his last.” Ingredients 2 pounds dates, pitted and chopped 2 pounds English walnuts, coarsely chopped 1 cup white sugar 1 tablespoon baking powder 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 4 egg yolks 4 egg whites Directions Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Grease and flour a 10 inch tube pan. In a large bowl, combine dates, walnuts, sugar, baking powder and … Continue reading English Walnut Date Cake

Gluten-Free Fruitcake

Gluten-Free Fruitcake Recipe By:Buckwheat Queen “A dense cake filled with dried nuts and fruits and spiked with spiced rum that just happens to be gluten free. It will change your mind on fruitcakes. No re-gifting here!” Ingredients 1/4 cup raisins 1/4 cup golden raisins 1/4 cup dried cranberries 1/4 cup dried cherries 5 1/2 fluid ounces spiced rum 1 orange, zested and juiced 1/2 cup brown rice flour 1/2 cup almond meal 1/3 cup potato starch 1/4 cup tapioca starch 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger … Continue reading Gluten-Free Fruitcake

Homestyle Turkey, the Michigander Way

Homestyle Turkey, the Michigander Way Recipe By:Robin C. “A simple, down to basics recipe when it comes to the good old tom turkey.” Ingredients 1 (12 pound) whole turkey 6 tablespoons butter, divided 4 cups warm water 3 tablespoons chicken bouillon 2 tablespoons dried parsley 2 tablespoons dried minced onion 2 tablespoons seasoning salt Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Rinse and wash turkey. Discard the giblets, or add to pan if they are anyone’s favorites. Place turkey in a Dutch oven or roasting pan. Separate the skin over the breast to make little pockets. Put … Continue reading Homestyle Turkey, the Michigander Way

Bread Pudding

Bread Pudding My family LOVES bread pudding. It’s great for breakfast or dessert and is delicious with milk poured on top! Enjoy! Ingredients 6 slices day-old bread 2 tablespoons butter, melted 1/2 cup raisins (optional) 4 eggs, beaten 2 cups milk 3/4 cup white sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Break bread into small pieces into an 8 inch square baking pan. Drizzle melted butter or margarine over bread. If desired, sprinkle with raisins. In a medium mixing bowl, combine eggs, milk, sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla. Beat … Continue reading Bread Pudding

Baked Teriyaki Chicken

Baked Teriyaki Chicken Easy to double for a large group. Ingredients 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1 tablespoon cold water 1/2 cup white sugar 1/2 cup soy sauce 1/4 cup cider vinegar 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 12 skinless chicken thighs Directions In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the cornstarch, cold water, sugar, soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, ginger and ground black pepper. Let simmer, stirring frequently, until sauce thickens and bubbles. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Place chicken pieces in a lightly greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Brush … Continue reading Baked Teriyaki Chicken