Pepperoni Pizza Quiche

Pepperoni Pizza Quiche

Pepperoni Pizza Quiche

 

Recipe provided courtesy of Taste of Home magazine.  Find more great recipes at

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I put ever-popular ingredients into a pastry crust for her appealing “pizza pie”.  One thing for sure, there’s seldom a slice left when I serve it to family or company.

              Debbie White                                                                    Williamson, West Virginia

 

Pepperoni Pizza Quiche Recipe

Pepperoni Pizza Quiche

1 unbaked pastry shell (9 inches)

1 cup (4 oz.) shredded Swiss cheese, divided

4 eggs

1 ½ cup half-and-half cream

½ tsp. salt

½ tsp. dried oregano

1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper

1/8 tsp. pepper

1 large onion, chopped

2 Tbsp. canola oil

1 can (14 ½ oz.) diced tomatoes, undrained

½ tsp. dried thyme

¼ tsp. sugar

1/8 tsp. dried basil

12 slices pepperoni, chopped

1 cup (4 oz.) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

¼ cup sliced ripe olives

 

Bake unpricked pastry shell at 375 F. for 11 minutes.  Sprinkle with 2/3 cup Swiss cheese.  In a bowl, whisk the eggs, cream, salt, oregano, cayenne and pepper; pour over cheese.

Bake for 25-30 minutes or until knife inserted near the center comes out clean.

Meanwhile, in a large skillet, sauté, onion in oil until tender.  Stir in the tomatoes, thyme, sugar and basil.  Bring to a boil.  Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes or until liquid has evaporated.

Sprinkle remaining Swiss cheese over quiche.  Top with the tomato mixture.  Sprinkle with the pepperoni, mozzarella cheese and olives.  Bake 5 minutes longer or until the cheese is melted.  Let stand for 15 minutes before cutting.        6-8 serving

 

(Recipe for Pepperoni Pizza Quiche was on www.tasteofhome.com, 2014)

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Tuscan Burgers with Pesto Mayo

 

Tuscan Burgers with Pesto Mayo

Tuscan Burgers with Pesto Mayo

Recipe provided courtesy of Taste of Home magazine.  Find more great recipes at

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Everyone needs to bring their appetite when you serve these man-sized burgers.  They have a bit of Italy in them with the use of pancetta, pesto and mozzarella cheese.  Try them and you’ll love them!

             Rita Combs                                                                         Valdosta, Georgia

 

Tuscan Burgers with Pesto Mayo Recipe

Tuscan Burgers with Pesto Mayo

¼ cup mayonnaise

¼ cup prepared pesto, divided

3 oz. sliced pancetta, finely chopped

¼ tsp. pepper

1/8 tsp. kosher salt

1 lb. ground turkey of beef

1 small red onion, cut into 4 slices

1 large tomato, cut into 4 slices

1 Tbsp. olive oil

8 oz. fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 4 slices

4 Italian rolls, split

1 cup fresh arugula or fresh baby spinach

 

In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise and 2 tablespoons pesto; cover and chill until serving.  In a large bowl, combine the pancetta, pepper, salt and remaining pesto.  Crumble beef over mixture and mix well.  Shape into 4 patties.

Brush onion and tomato slices with oil.  Grill onion over medium heat for 4-6 minutes on each side or until crisp-tender.  Grill tomato for 1-2 minutes on each side or until lightly browned.

Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until a meat thermometer reads 160 F. and juices run clear.

Top burgers with mozzarella cheese.  Grill 1 minute longer or until cheese is melted.  Spread cut sides of rolls with pesto mayonnaise; top burgers with onion, tomato and arugula.       4 servings

 

(Recipe for Tuscan Burgers with Pesto Mayo was on www.tasteofhome.com, 2014)

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Broadway Brownie Bars

 

Broadway Brownie Bars

Broadway Brownie Bars

Recipe provided courtesy of Taste of Home magazine.  Find more great recipes at

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I named these dessert bars for BROADWAY because they’re a hit every time I serve them.  I especially like to make these for the holidays, or for hostess gifts.  They’re always sure to please any sweet tooth!

         Anne Frederick                                                                  New Hartford, New York

 

Broadway Brownie Bars Recipe

Broadway Brownie Bars

Filling:    6 oz. cream cheese, softened

½ cup sugar

¼ cup butter, softened

2 Tbsp. unbleached flour

1 egg, lightly beaten

½ tsp. vanilla

Brownie:    ½ cup butter, cubed

1 oz. unsweetened chocolate

2 eggs, lightly beaten

1 tsp. vanilla

1 cup sugar

1 cup unbleached flour

1 tsp. baking powder

1 cup chopped walnuts

Topping:    1 cup (6 oz.) semi-sweet chocolate chips

¼ cup chopped walnuts

2 cup miniature marshmallow

Frosting:     ¼ cup butter

¼ cup milk

2 oz. cream cheese

1 oz. unsweetened chocolate

3 cups confectioners’ sugar

1 tsp. vanilla

 

Preheat oven to 350 F.   In small bowl, combine first 6 (six) ingredients until smooth; set aside.

In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and chocolate.  Remove from heat and cool.  Stir in eggs and vanilla.  Add sugar, flour, baking powder and nuts; stirring until blended.

Spread batter in a 13×9 inch baking pan coated with cooking spray.    Spread filling over batter.  For topping, in small bowl, combine chocolate chips and nuts; sprinkle over filling.

Bake 28 minutes or until almost set.  Sprinkle with marshmallows; bake 2 minutes longer.

For frosting, in a large saucepan, heat butter, milk, cream cheese and chocolate until melted; stirring until smooth.  Remove from heat; stir in confectioners’ sugar and vanilla.  Immediately drizzle over marshmallows.  Chill well; cut into bars.          2 ½ dozen

 

(Recipe for Broadway Brownie Bars was on www.tasteofhome.com, 2014)

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Lemony Tortellini Bacon Salad

Lemony Tortellini Bacon Salad

Lemony Tortellini Bacon Salad

 

Recipe provided courtesy of Taste of Home magazine.  Find more great recipes at

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Who says summer meals have to be complicated?  We love this tangy, simple and tasty salad on warm summer nights.  Add a cold glass of lemonade or iced tea and dinner couldn’t be easier.

           Samantha Vicars                                                                             Kenosha, WI

 

Lemony Tortellini Bacon Salad Recipe

Lemony Tortellini Bacon Salad

2 cups frozen cheese tortellini (about 8 oz.)

4 cups frozen broccoli florets

¾ cup mayonnaise

1 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar

2 tsp. lemon juice

¾ tsp. dried oregano

¼ tsp. salt

1 package (5 oz.) spring mix salad greens

4-5 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

 

In a large saucepan, cook tortellini according to package directions, adding broccoli during the last 5 minutes of cooking.  Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, vinegar, lemon juice, oregano and salt.

Drain tortellini and broccoli; gently rinse with cold water.  Transfer to a large mixing bowl.  Add dressing; gently; toss to coat.  Serve over salad greens; sprinkle with bacon.           4 servings

 

(Recipe for Lemony Tortellini Bacon Salad was on www.tasteofhome.com, 2014)

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Roasted Potato & Green Bean Salad

Roasted Potato & Green Bean Salad

Roasted Potato & Green Bean Salad

 

Recipe provided courtesy of Taste of Home magazine.  Find more great recipes at

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I made this salad to take advantage of in-season fresh potatoes, onions and green beans.  It’s a perfect twist on the tangy German potato salad my mom used to make.

             Blair Lonergan                                                                  Rochelle, VA

 

Roasted Potato & Green Bean Salad Recipe

Roasted Potato & Green Bean Salad

6 medium red potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes

1 large red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces

¼ lb. fresh green beans, trimmed and halved

2 Tbsp. olive oil

8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Vinaignette:    2 Tbsp. cider vinegar

1 Tbsp. minced fresh thyme or 1 tsp. dried thyme

1 Tbsp. lemon juice

1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard

½ tsp. salt

¼ tsp. pepper

¼ cup olive oil

 

Preheat oven to 425 F.  Place potatoes, onion and green beans in a greased 15x10x1 inch baking pan.  Drizzle with oil; toss to coat.

Roast 25-30 minutes or until tender, stirring twice.  Transfer to a large bowl; add bacon.  In a small bowl, whisk the first six vinaigrette ingredients.  Gradually whisk in oil until blended.  Pour over potato mixture; toss to coat.  Serve warm.           7 servings

 

(Recipe for Roasted Potato & Green Bean Salad was on www.tasteofhome.com, 2014)

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Curry Chicken Pasta Salad

 

Curry Chicken Pasta Salad

Curry Chicken Pasta Salad

This dish is a must for any baby or wedding shower, potluck or picnic.

 

Curry Chicken Pasta Salad Recipe

Curry Chicken Pasta Salad

2 ½ – 3 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breast (about 8 breast pieces)

2 Tbsp. melted butter

½ – 1 tsp. GRANULATED GARLIC POWDER, to taste

½ – 1 tsp.  PENZEYS GROUND PEPPER, to taste

½ – 1 tsp. salt, to taste

1 lb. rotini pasta, white or whole wheat, cooked and well drained

6 stalks celery, chopped

2 medium onions, minced

1 large bunch green grapes

2 – 4 tsp. MAHARAJAH CURRY POWDER

2 cups mayonnaise – WE USED LIGHT

(HIGHLIGHTED – are found in PENZEYS SPICES)

 

Preheat oven to 350 F.   Trim the chicken of any fat.  Place in a baking pan and drizzle with the melted butter.  Season with GARLIC, PEPPER and salt.  Bake at 350 F. for about 40 minutes, until cooked through.  Refrigerate until cool and then cut into chunks.

In a serving bowl, combine the chicken, cooked pasta, celery, onions and grapes.

In a separate bowl, combine the MAHARAJAH CURRY POWDER with the mayonnaise and mix well.  Add to the pasta mixture and stir to combine.

Chill for several hours or overnight before serving.  Taste and add extra salt and pepper as desired before serving.          8 servings

 

(Recipe for Curry Chicken Pasta Salad was in Penzeys Spices catalog)

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Chicken Orzo Skillet

Chicken Orzo Skillet

Chicken Orzo Skillet

 

Recipe provided courtesy of Taste of Home magazine.  Find more great recipes at

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As a busy homemaker with a home-based business, I try to make quick dinners that are healthy for my husband and two young children.  I combined two recipes to come up with this family favorite.

           Kathleen Farrell                                                                               Rochester, New York

 

Chicken Orzo Skillet Recipe

Chicken Orzo Skillet

1 cup uncooked orzo pasta

1 Lb. boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed

3 tsp. olive oil, divided

3 garlic cloves, minced

2 cans (14 ½ oz. each) stewed tomatoes, cut up

1 can (15 oz.) white kidney or cannellini beans, rinsed and drained

1 ½ tsp. Italian seasoning

½ tsp. salt

1 package (16 0z.) frozen broccoli florets, thawed

 

Cook orzo according to package directions.  Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook chicken in 2 teaspoons oil for 6-7 minutes or until no longer pink.  Remove and keep warm.

In the same skillet, cook garlic in remaining oil for 1 minute or until tender.  Stir in the tomatoes, beans, Italian seasoning and salt.  Bring to a boil.  Stir in broccoli and chicken; heat through.  Drain orzo. Stir into chicken mixture.

 

(Recipe for Chicken Orzo Skillet was on www.tasteofhome.com, 2014)

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Cherry Cream Cheese Tarts

Cherry Cream Cheese Tarts

Cherry Cream Cheese Tarts

 

Recipe provided courtesy of Taste of Home magazine.  Find more great recipes at

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It’s hard to believe that just five ingredients and a few minutes or preparation can result in these delicate and scrumptious tarts!     This recipe is Diabetic Friendly!

          Cindi Lynn Mitchell                                                                         Warning, Texas

 

Cherry Cream Cheese Tarts Recipe

Cherry Cream Cheese Tarts

1 package (3 oz.) cream cheese, softened

¼ cup confectioners’ sugar

1/8 to ¼ tsp. almond or vanilla extract

2 individual graham cracker shells

¼ cup cherry pie filling

 

In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar and extract until smooth.  Spoon into shells.  Top with pie filling.  Refrigerate until serving.           2 servings

 

(Recipe for Cherry Cream Cheese Tarts was on www.tasteofhome.com, 2014)

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Italian Chicken Pockets

Italian Chicken Pockets

Italian Chicken Pockets

 

Recipe provided courtesy of Taste of Home magazine.  Find more great recipes at

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My sister-in-law prepared these hearty sandwiches that are filled with chicken, mushrooms and pepperoni.  My husband loved them so much; he insisted I ask for the recipe.

             Tricia Buss                                                                          Telford, Pennsylvania

 

Italian Chicken Pockets Recipe

Italian Chicken Pockets

¾ lb. boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed

2 Tbsp. olive oil

1 medium green peppers, chopped

1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms

1 package (3 ½ oz.) sliced pepperoni

1 cup spaghetti sauce

3 pits breads (6 inches), halved and warmed

Grated Parmesan cheese, optional

 

In a large skillet, cook chicken over medium heat in oil until no longer pink.  Add green pepper and mushrooms; cook until tender, stirring occasionally.  Add pepperoni and spaghetti sauce; heat through.

Spoon into pita bread halves.  Sprinkle with cheese if desired.          6 servings

 

(Recipe for Italian Chicken Pockets was on www.tasteofhome.com, 2014)

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Salsa Shrimp Tacos

Salsa Shrimp Tacos

Salsa Shrimp Tacos

 

This recipe, Salsa Shrimp Tacos is from Diabetic Connect.  Quick-cooking shrimp is a fantastic, from-the-sea filling for tacos.

 

Salsa Shrimp Tacos Recipe

Salsa Shrimp Tacos

¾ cup Thick ‘n Chunky salsa

½ cup fresh chopped green bell pepper

¾ lb. uncooked deveined peeled medium shrimp, thawed it frozen, tail shells removed

1 box (12) taco shells

¾ cup shredded Mexican cheese blend

¾ cup shredded lettuce

¼ – ½ cup taco sauce

 

In 10 inch nonstick skillet, heat salsa and bell pepper over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until warm.

Stir in shrimp.  Cook 3 to 4 minutes, turning shrimp occasionally, until shrimp are pink.

Fill each taco shell with about ¼ cup shrimp mixture.  Top with cheese, lettuce and taco sauce.

 

(Recipe for Salsa Shrimp Tacos came from Diabetic Connect, 2014)

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