Main Dishes

INGREDIENTS: 1 pound bag of dry black or pinto beans (rinsed & picked over for stones and small rocks) 1/2 chopped onion OR 2 tsp onion powder 2 cloves minced garlic OR 1/2 tsp garlic powder 2 tsp cumin powder 1 1/2 tsp salt (added …

Cauliflower “Mac” and Cheese Casserole

Ingredients: Kosher salt, as needed, plus 1/2 teaspoon 1 large head cauliflower, cut into small florets Vegetable oil spray 1 cup heavy cream 2 ounces cream cheese, cut into small pieces 1 1/2 teaspoons dry or Dijon mustard 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar, plus …

HEARTY LENTIL SOUP

Make a pot of this lentil soup and keep it around for a couple of days (if it lasts that long!) or freeze it for later. It seems to taste even better the next day! You can add or substitute other vegetables like potatoes, zucchini …

Pork Kabobs

Marinade: 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 TBSP fresh thyme 2 tsp salt 1 tsp pepper 1/3 c basalmic vinegar 1/3 c vegetable oil 2 lbs cubed pork loin. Place on skewers and drill 10-15 minutes.

Chili (Just Like Wendy’s)

Chili Seasoning (or use 2 packs of 2 (1.25 ounce) packages chili seasoning (such as McCormick® Mild Chili Seasoning Mix) 3 tablespoons fresh chili powder 1 1/2 tablespoons ground cumin 2 tsp garlic powder 2 tsp onion powder 1 tsp paprika 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper 1 …

Master Pizza Dough

Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, or as needed 1 envelope dry yeast 3/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup very warm water (120 degrees F to 130 degrees F) 2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil Directions: In a large bowl, combine 2 cups flour, undissolved yeast, …

Empanadas

DOUGH: (Make 2 seperate batches) 2 cups flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup frozen shortening 2 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter About 1/2 cup iced water In a large bowl, combine the flour with the lard, butter, and salt. Mix lightly with your fingertips until the …

Picadillo Stuffed Chiles

8 Poblanos or 25-30 Jalapenos 1 Tbsp vegetable oil 1 medium onion, finely diced 1 clove garlic, minced 1 pound ground pork (or turkey) 14 oz. canned tomatoes, finely diced 1/4 c. raisins, finely diced 2 Tbsp vinegar 1/4 tsp ground cumin 1/4 tsp cinnamon …

Aloo Chana (Chickpeas with Potatoes)

2 Tbsp olive oil 1 medium onion (chopped) 2-3 cloves of garlic (chopped or crushed) 1 medium tomato (or a 14.5 oz. can) 2 tsp ground cumin 1/2 tsp red chile powder 2 tsp ground coriander 2 tsp garam masala 1 tsp salt, or to …

Flank Steak Teriyaki

Marinade: 1/4 c. soy sauce 1 c. water 2 cloves minced garlic 1 T. brown sugar 1/8 t. ground powdered ginger Marinate a 2 lb. flank steak for 5 hours or overnight. Grill for 2-8 minutes on each side.

Rink Tum Ditty

Begin by melting butter over low heat and adding flour to make a rue: 2 Tablespoons butter 2 Tablespoons flour Add: 1/2 cup milk, stirring until thickened. Keep adding milk to desired thickness. Add: 1 can tomato soup 4 oz cheddar cheese (1/2 of an …

Sweet and Sour Meatballs

Mix together: 1 1/2 lb. hamburger 2/3 c. cracker crumbs 1/3 c. minced onions 1 egg 1 1/2 t salt 1/4 t ginger 1/4 c. milk Round into meatballs. Brown and cook meatballs. Keep warm. Sauce: 2 T cornstarch 1/2 c. brown sugar 1 syrup …

Maurice Salad

To make the salad dressing, mix the following in a bowl: 1/2 c. mayonnaise 1/4 tsp. paprika 4 TBSP. sweet pickle juice pinch of sugar Slice the salad ingredients: 1/2 lb. ham (sliced into thin strips) 1/2 lb. chicken breast (sliced into thin strips) 1/2 …