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Sauteed Kielbasa W/ Onions & Green Peppers

Dexie Wharton — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 23:28:24 +0000

We are fond of Kielbasa sausages. Sometimes I’d slice it in quarter chunks then steam it with water. Then we’ll just dip in mustard for lunch. Sometimes I’ll saute it with peppers & onions then pair it with buttered french bread for dinner. It’s quick and easy and tasty.

Sauteed kielbasa w/ onions & green peppers (Image: Dexie J Wharton)

INGREDIENTS:
2 packs of kielbasa sausages
1 large green pepper
1 large onion
salt & pepper
olive oil for sauteing

Sliced the sausages in diagonals. Slice the green pepper in strips and slice the onions too. Saute the onions. Once translucent add sliced kielbasa. Cook for a bit then add the the sliced green peppers. Try not to cook too long to maintain the pepper’s crunch. Seasoned with salt and pepper.

I served it with the 1/2 leftover french bread. I just warmed it up in the oven for about 8 minutes, 325°.

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Sauteed Kielbasa W/ Onions & Green Peppers

Tamales From Aldi

Cherie Burbach — Tue, 05 May 2009 13:14:48 +0000

I don’t know if you have an Aldi in your area, but if you do, you definitely need to pick up the chicken and beef tamales they currently have on special. My husband loves tamales, so he was a bit leery about trying anything other than the fresh ones we get at the Milwaukee Public Market.

The Aldi brand are microwavable, and actually come out really great. I was very surprised. If you’re thinking of having a Cinco de Mayo celebration tonight with your family, be sure to stop off and pick up a bag of tamales. They’re going for $4.99 for a 24 oz bag. Not bad at all.

Image: Aldi

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Really cheap and easy dinner ideas!

Cyndi Lavin — Mon, 04 May 2009 12:00:28 +0000

WebMD, the well-respected medical site, has a wonderful article on cheap and easy dinners that you can make for under $5 each! I’m sure you’ve thought of tuna fish, but how about O’Brien Casserole? Check out all ten brilliant suggestions!

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Really cheap and easy dinner ideas!

Best Easter Ham Recipe

Cherie Burbach — Sat, 11 Apr 2009 14:06:03 +0000

Do you have a favorite ham recipe? It seems like everyone has that one recipe that they really love that’s been handed down for generations. I used to cook a recipe that was a combination of something from my grandma and something I saw in the paper, and then last year I tried this Glazed Ham with Apricot and Mustard recipe from Martha Stewart.

It was fabulous! So that’s what I’m making this year, too.

This makes a nice crunchy coating on the outside, but you have to use the right ham. The recipe recommends using a “smoked bone-in ham labeled fully cooked” which works best.

Image: Martha Stewart

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Best Packaged Foods for Women

Cherie Burbach — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 14:32:57 +0000

In this very busy age, we rely on things like packaged foods. We’re all trying to be healthy and eat well, but the reality is that sometimes we grab things on the go. When that happens, we want to make the best possible choice in terms of calories, fiber, heart, bone health… you name it.

Well MSN Health has a fabulous list of the “Best Packaged Foods for Women” that I think you’re really gonna love. It includes everything from beverages to bread to frozen meals. Items are rated by bone building properties, antioxidants, calcium, etc. In a few short pages, you can make several smart health choices at once.

Image: sxc.hu.

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Chicken Herb Pastry Bundles

Cherie Burbach — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 19:36:35 +0000

Every cook has that one recipe that makes her shine. It’s often an easy one that she can make for company, that looks like she spent a whole day making it. For me, it’s this herbed chicken and pastry recipe from Pepperidge Farms.

I have made this for nearly every guest we’ve had in the last couple years! It turns out perfect every time and is one of those dishes that looks like you spent hours making it. It’s an impressive dish to make when having dinner guests over.

For the cheese, I use this brand of spreadable cheese in the garlic and herb variety. I’ve also experimented with the herb I use. The recipe calls for fresh parsley, but I’ve dried and it’s been just as good. I’ve also used the spinach and herb spice from Tastefully Simple and that has worked out very well.

Image: Pepperidge Farms.

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Chicken Herb Pastry Bundles

Provencal Vegetable Soup

Cherie Burbach — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 21:55:34 +0000

Why do some recipes just feel like a Sunday afternoon? You know what I’m talking about, those flavorful yet simple dishes that make you feel at home and are just as yummy as can be?

Since it’s Sunday afternoon today (and we’ve just received a blanket of snow yet again!) I’m making an old favorite: Provencal Vegetable Soup from Ina Garten. I got this recipe out of her Barefoot Contessa in Paris cookout (which if you haven’t tried it yet is absolutely fabulous!)

The secret (in my opinion) is the Pistou that gets dolloped at the very end. It takes the flavors of this dish over the edge from good to great! The only suggestion I have if you try this recipe is that you really only need one fourth of the Pistou. Anymore and it was too much. (Again, a different of taste, but there you there.)

If you’re looking for a yummy recipe this Sunday afternoon, I highly recommend it!

Image: sxc.hu.

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Easy Crock Pot Pork Chops

Cherie Burbach — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 13:38:55 +0000

Here’s an easy recipe that works especially well for busy days. The best part? The entire dish can be made with one pot. There’s no need to brown the pork chops, either. Simply put them in and let the crock pot do all the work.

Ingredients:
3-4 Pork Chops
1 Can Cream of Mushroom Soup
1 Can Cream of Celery Soup
3 Stalks of Celery, chopped
1 Medium Onion, chopped
1 (4 oz Can) Mushroom Slices
Nonstick Cooking Spray
1 1/4 Cups Rice
Salt and Pepper

Spray inside of slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray. Salt and pepper pork chops to taste, and place in bottom of slow cooker. Place celery, onion, and mushrooms over pork chops. Pour both cans of soup over all. Cook on low for 7 1/2 hours or high for 3 1/2 hours.

If you’ve had the slow cooker on low, turn it to high. Add rice and mix ingredients in slow cooker. Cover and cook for half an hour more. Serve.
The recipe makes a rich, delicious sauce that compliments the pork chops perfectly. Watch out for bones, as pork will be well done. Serve rice mixture over pork chops and enjoy.

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Easy Crock Pot Pork Chops