Oct 16, 2011 |
by Molly Jo Realy @MollyJoRealy
Hey, everyone! Here’s a “bonus” recipe: I was only going to post my recipes on Thursdays, but this one turned out so great, and I’m so excited about it, that I just had to put it up now!
My daughter loves stroganoff, but I have to admit, I’ve never made it before. I usually feed her the complete-in-a-box or frozen options. But in keeping with my new goal of cooking more and spending less, I looked in my already-stocked pantry and found I had everything I need for one of her favorite meals.
This dish cost less than $7 total, and offers six or more hearty servings. Now who doesn’t love a yummy deal like that?
INGREDIENTS:
1 lb ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cans Cream of Mushroom soup, undiluted
1 small can (6 oz.) chopped mushrooms
1 package Knorr Pasta Sides: Strogranoff
Cook pasta as directed. Separately, in large skillet (I used my chicken fryer) brown ground beef and onion on medium. When meat is browned, turn heat to medium-low and add soup and mushrooms. Mix thoroughly. Keep on low. When pasta is done, add to meat mix. Enjoy!
Oct 15, 2011 |
by Molly Jo Realy @MollyJoRealy
In the Beginning
Nothing, expanded.
Blueprinted. Released.
Designed and planned for.
In the Beginning
Foundations laid.
Strength. Support.
Far-reaching.
Sun and moon and stars all over.
First
Fresh and new.
Structure.
Water and wood and
Green and blue
Views into the unknown.
Doors to the future
Expanding foundation.
Stairs and guards and patios and cellars
For climbing and protecting
And sharing and hiding.
Second
Learning, growing.
Planting roots, planting beauty.
Adding color, adding room.
Keeping up, trimming back
Filling out, fixing up
Settling in.
Third
Decorating.
Creating, remembering.
Mistakes, majesties.
Fourth
Repairs and hard work
and patchwork quilts
Reaching more
Moving out
Bigger horizons
Wearing down, getting old.
Coming back
Bringing more.
Fifth
Starting over.
History embraced,
Treasures unburied.
Attics and cellars and yards
And shelter
And food
And family.
Welcome.
Oct 13, 2011 |
by Molly Jo Realy @MollyJoRealy
I grew up on this dish. It’s got the meat and veggies all together, and boy! is it scrumptuous, as well as Quick and Easy.
INGREDIENTS:
1 pkg Hot Dogs, sliced into “coins”
1 (16 oz) can green beans, drained
1 can Cream of Mushroom soup (undiluted)
1/2 tsp Worcestershire or Soy Sauce
1 can (2.8 oz) French Fried Onions
1 Cup Cheddar Cheese, shredded
Combine hot dogs, green beans, 1/2 can of French Fried onions, 1/2 cup cheese. Add in soup and Worcestershire/Soy sauce, mix thoroughly.
Bake uncovered at 350 for 25 minutes. Remove from oven. Top with remaining French Fried onions and cheese. Bake uncovered for an additional 5 minutes.
Oct 13, 2011 |
I’m at it again; entering this week’s Holiday Recipe Exchange for a chance to win a 3.5 quart Le Creuset French Oven. Come join the fun at the My Baking Addiction and GoodLife Eats Holiday Recipe Swap sponsored by Le Creuset.
This another “heritage” recipe, handed down from my mom to me to my daughter. It’s the first oven-dish I ever taught her to make. My mom makes hers with tuna but my daughter doesn’t care much for any fish other than shrimp or my blackened salmon, so I changed this recipe up with a can of chicken instead.
You can add veggies to it if you like, but I enjoy it just as it is… helping after helping after helping.
INGREDIENTS:
1 bag (12 oz.) potato chips, crushed
1 can Cream of Mushroom soup, undiluted
1 can Cream of Chicken soup, undiluted
1/2 soup can of milk
1 can (12 oz.) chicken or tuna
Mix all ingredients together. Bake at 350 for 30 minutes.
It’s that simple, and even more delicious!
Oct 10, 2011 |
by Molly Jo Realy @MollyJoRealy
This recipe has been passed through the family for decades. It’s a favorite holiday beverage as well as great for gift giving! I made a mistake when copying the recipe, which actually made it so much better, and now it’s my own original.
MOCHA FLAVORED COFFEE
Ingredients:
1/2 Cup instant coffee
1/2 Cup granulated sugar
1 Cup powdered creamer (I like flavors such as vanilla or hazelnut)
2 TBSP Cocoa powder
2 TBSP instant hot cocoa mix
Mix all ingredients together. Use 2 rounded teaspoons (or more!) per 8 oz. hot water. If desired, top with whipped cream, shaved chocolate, and sprinkles. Serve with a candy cane.
My daughter loves stroganoff, but I have to admit, I’ve never made it before. I usually feed her the complete-in-a-box or frozen options. But in keeping with my new goal of cooking more and spending less, I looked in my already-stocked pantry and found I had everything I need for one of her favorite meals.
