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Honey Mustard Chicken

  • January 12, 2012
  • by Staff
  • Chicken

The sweet and spicy marinade makes this chicken a sure hit. Serves 4.

Ingredients:
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon ground paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon curry powder
  • 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons apricot jam

Instructions:
  • Heat oven to 350 F (175 C). Season chicken with spices and place in a roasting pan.
  • In a bowl, combine remaining ingredients. Spread mixture over chicken, and marinate for at least an hour.
  • Bake in oven for 30 minutes, basting frequently.

Green Bean Casserole

A savory casserole with a crispy cheddar cheese topping. Serves 10.

Ingredients:
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/4 cup onion (chopped)
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 45 ounces canned green beans (drained)
  • 2 cups Cheddar cheese (shredded)
  • 1/2 cup butter cracker crumbs
  • 1 tablespoon butter (melted)

Instructions:
  • Heat oven to 350 F (175 C).
  • In a large pan over medium heat, melt two tablespoons of butter.
  • Add in the flour and stir until smooth, let cook for 1 minute.
  • Then, add in the salt, white sugar, diced onion and the sour cream; stir to combine.
  • Mix in the green beans to coat in flour mixture.
  • Pour into casserole dish and sprinkle cheddar on top.
  • Combine the crumbs and melted butter in a bowl, add over cheese.
  • Bake in the oven for half an hour or until golden brown.

Coconut Lemon Bars

A fresh a sweet dessert perfect for any occasion. Serves 24.

Ingredients:
  • 1 1/2 cups flour
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 3/4 cup butter (chilled)
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups white sugar
  • 1/2 cup lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened, flaked coconut

Instructions:
  • Mix together the flour and powdered sugar, cut in cold butter until coarse crumbs form.
  • Grease a 9 x 13 baking dish and press into bottom to form a crust.
  • Bake at 350 F for about fifteen minutes.
  • In another bowl, beat together the eggs, juice, white sugar and baking powder until smooth.
  • Pour into dish on top of prebaked crust, sprinkling coconut on top.
  • Bake for an additional twenty minutes or until golden.
  • Let cool then cut into squares.

Gingerbread Cookies

A classic staple for the Holiday season, gingerbread men are a popular favorite. Makes 2 dozen.

Ingredients:
  • 3.5 ounces dry butterscotch pudding mix
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 1/2 cups flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ginger
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions:
  • Cream together the pudding mix, brown sugar and butter. Add in the egg.
  • In a separate bowl, mix together the dry ingredients; slowly combine with the pudding mixture. Cover dough and chill for about one hour.
  • Heat the oven to 350 F (175 C). Grease baking sheets or line with parchment paper. Roll dough to an eight of an inch in thickness, use cookie cutter to cut desired shapes. Place cookies on prepared sheets about two inches apart.
  • Bake for ten minutes until golden brown. Let cool then decorate as desired.

World’s Best Chili

  • January 12, 2012
  • by Staff
  • Mexican

A delicious, classic chili with beans, herbs, spices, and beef. Serves 10.

Ingredients:
  • 2 lbs. ground beef
  • 46 oz. tomato juice
  • 30 oz. tomato sauce
  • 1 1/2 cups diced onion
  • 1/2 cup diced celery
  • 1/4 cup diced bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup ground chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon white sugar
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cayenne
  • 2 cups red beans, without liquid

Instructions:
  • Cook meat over medium-high until evenly browned. Drain and put aside.
  • Combine all of the ingredients in to a large pot. Bring to a boil, then immediately reduce the heat and let simmer for one to one and a half hours, stirring regularly.