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Ham Macaroni and Cheese Chowder

1 (14 oz.) can of chicken broth 1 Cup of water 1 Cup of elbow macaroni 1 Cup frozen corn 1 Cup frozen peas and carrots 1 Cup cooked ham, diced 6 oz. of

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Cheese and Veggie Shells

Swiss Cheese and Veggie Shells 1 (10 oz.) pkg. macaroni shells 2 Cups frozen cauliflower, broccoli and carrots 1 Cup milk 1 (3 oz.) pkg. cream cheese,

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Maple Apricot Pear Chops

4 boneless pork chops 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1 Tablespoon olive oil 1/4 Cup butter 3 Tablespoons maple syrup 3 Tablespoons apricot preserves

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Vegetable Hash Browns

Cheese Hash Browns with Vegetables 2 Tablespoons of canola oil 3 Cups frozen hash browns with onions and peppers 2 Cups pasta sauce with mushrooms 1 Cup

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Vegetable Alfredo

8 oz. of pasta 2 small red sweet pepper, cut into pieces 1 Cup yellow summer squash, sliced 2 Cups of fresh asparagus, cut into pieces 1 (10 oz.) container

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Baked Fish

Herb Coated Baked Fish 1/2 Cup herb stuffing mix, crushed very fine 2 Tablespoons margarine, melted 4 frozen fish portions 2 teaspoons lemon juice Adjust

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Cheesy Ravioli and Peas

1 (9 oz.) pkg. cheese ravioli 1 Cup frozen peas 2 Tablespoons flour 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1 Cup half and half 1 (14.5 oz.) can diced tomatoes 2 Tablespoons

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Sausage Bean Soup

8 oz. mild pork sausage 1/2 Cup onion, chopped 2 cans of great northern beans, rinsed and drained 2 Cups fresh spinach, washed and chopped 1 (14 oz.) can

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Pear and Cheese Sandwiches

4 English muffins spit 2 Tablespoons of Dijon mustard 4 Canadian bacon slices 1 pear, peeled and sliced thin 4 slices of cheddar cheese Spread the cut

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Ham and Swiss Rueben

1/2 Cup Thousand Island dressing 1 teaspoon mustard 1 Cup coleslaw mix, shredded 2 Tablespoons of margarine 3 slices rye bread 4 oz. ham cooked, sliced

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Steak and Cheese

French Roll Steak and Cheese 1/4 Cup Italian salad dressing, divided 2 green bell peppers cut into thin strips 1 onion, sliced 12 oz. cooked roast beef,

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Italian Chicken and Pea Soup

2 (14 oz.) cans chicken broth 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning 2 garlic cloves, minced 12 oz. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed 3/4 Cup small

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Kids Fun Finger Foods

Make kids meals appealing with this kids fun finger foods recipes and ideas.

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Shepherds Pie Recipe

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Sneaky "Cheesy" Noodles

Will need - Penne or any other shaped noodle, cooked to al dente or as desired 1/4-1/2 Cup milk (splash or to make as creamy as you like) 1/4 Cup

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Melted Snowman

Melted Snowman Whisk together 1 pint low-fat mayo, 1 Cup 1% Milk, 3 Tbsp. Ranch dressing (1 packet). Serve with Snowman Noses (carrots). We do monthly

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Boxed Mac & Cheese with a twist

Will need -- any boxed macaroni and cheese butter milk 1/2c - 1c yellow squash puree Optional additions.... any fresh, frozen, canned veggie

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Tortilla Snowflakes

Snowflakes Microwave a large flour tortilla until pliable (about 20 seconds). Fold tortilla in half, fold in half again, and again (forming a triangle).

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Recipe for Jambalaya

Healthy and kid friendly recipe for jambalaya.

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Easy Hamburger Soup

Great recipes for easy hamburger soup.

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Pizza Quiche

pie crust 1 Cup shredded mozzarella cheese pepperoni chunks ham chunks 1 1/2 Cups milk 4 eggs 2 Tablespoons flour 1 teaspoon basil salt and pepper Sprinkle

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Pancake with tahini and molasses

This pancake is very healthy and gives energy. İt is different from the ordinary pancakes because there is yeast in it that gives brady taste. ingredients:

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Best Tuna Casserole

Best tuna casserole that is simple and kid friendly.

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Ham Casserole Recipes

Some of our favorite ham casserole recipes we serve at our house.

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Crockpot Roast Chicken

Several crockpot roast chicken recipes that are easy and delicious including spicy roast chicken and lemon mustard roast chicken.

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Baked Chicken Drumstick Recipe

This baked chicken drumstick recipe is a great kid friendly meal, lunch or works well for pack lunches.

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Satisfaction Point

Loving the quit eating at satisfaction point I am a big believer in that! Great Site

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Peanut Raisin Honey Apple

Blend 1 Tbsp crunchy peanut butter with 1 Tbsp honey and add 1 Tbsp of raisins. Wash and core one Red Delicious or other apple, leaving the bottom on

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Ellabella's Non-Dairy Banana Berry Smoothie

1/2 cup of ice cubes 6-8 frozen strawberries 1 banana 4 oz of Original (Enriched) Rice Milk Blend all ingredients in a blender. Makes 2-4 servings. Enjoy!

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Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins

2 cups unbleached flour 1 cup sugar 2 eggs 3 bananas- mashed 1/2 cup veg. oil 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 1 tsp. vanilla 1 cup Chocolate

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Hummus Dip

1 can of Goya chick peas- drained and rinsed 1 clove of garlic 2 tbsp of olive oil 1/2 tsp of cumin juice from 1/2 a lemon Drain and rinse chick peas.

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Apple Brickle Dip

4 oz fat free cream cheese 4 oz 1/3 reduced fat cream cheese 1/2 cup Splenda brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup of Heath toffee bits Mix

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Shop In Season

Shop for produce in season - it's usually less expensive this way, healthier because it's fresh-picked and ripe, and better for the environment, as the

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mixed berry smoothie surprise

1. Three of your favorite yoplait yogurt flavors 2. A half cup of milk 3. Cup of ice 4. Blend in a blende

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Yummy cheese ball

5 oz. grated cheese ( we used sharp cheddar) 1 Tab. sour cream 1 Tab. butter chives Combine cheese, sour cream and butter in a blender. Mix until smooth.

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Honey Bunches

These are great for breakfast too!! 1 stick butter 1/2 Cup flaked coconut 1/4 Cup flour 1/2 Cup raisins or dried cranberries 1 1/2 Cup quick oats 1/2

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Summer Camp Mac n' Cheese

Little Campers First Macaroni and Cheese Cooking Class- 3 ingredients Yummy recipe! 8 oz. Macaroni elbows 8 oz. Longhorn style Colby cheese cubed. 24

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Skillet Pizza

(1) *Flour or Multigrain tortilla (smaller than burrito size) 1/4 cup of tomato sauce or pizza sauce 1/4 tsp each, dried oregano and dried basil 1 tsp

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Eyeballs

We cut banana slices and spread them on a plate. Next, top with peanut butter or nutella (we use soy nut butter b/c of a peanut allergy). Finally, top

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DHA Super-Hero Snacks

2 eggs 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce 2 cups granola (with chopped walnuts, flax seeds, raisins, etc.) Beat eggs well and blend into applesauce Add granola,

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banana-orange-wheat germ smoothie

For about 4-5 kids you need: 4 Ripe frozen bananas Enough orange juice to blend but not too much to make the smoothie thin 3 Tbsp Honey flavored wheat

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Homemade Salsa

Hacemos Salsa! Food Items needed: • 1 lb tomatoes • 1 can green chilies (mild) • ½ green pepper • ½ bunch of cilantro • ½ bag frozen corn • 1

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Banana Roll-ups

Banana Rollups Ingredients: 1/4 cup smooth or crunchy peanut butter 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips 1 1/2 tablespoons milk 1 large banana, peeled 1

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Frozen Nana on a Stick

Ingredients: 2 bananas (still firm but ripe) 4 pop sticks 100g healthy flavored yogurt (e.g. strawberry) 50g healthy flavored yogurt (e.g. vanilla) Method:

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Chocolate Smoothie

1 box instant sugar free chocolate pudding 1 banana 1 heaping tablespoon peanut butter 1 1/2 c. milk 1 tray of ice cubes Put all ingredients into a blender.

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Hot chocolate gulp

Ingredients- 2 Bar dairy milk chocolate 1 Full Loaf of bread 100 gm Cashew nut Few long thin sticks Preparation Cut the bread into four parts and put

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is it safe to freeze uncooked homemade ravioli

The dough is made with eggs....the ravioli is filled with butternut squash or ricotta cheese with egg in it. Answer: Hi, homemade pasta dough is very

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Snake Snacks

1 small red bell pepper, seeded and cut into strips 4 (11 oz.) cans refrigerated bread sticks 2 pkg. cheese smoky links or plain little smokies 1 teaspoon

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Chicken Rolls

Cheesy Chicken in a Blanket 2 (8 oz.) can refrigerated crescent rolls 8 slices of deli ham 8 slices of Swiss cheese 16 frozen breaded chicken breast tenders,

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