Bacon Potato Salad

Ingredients6-8 medium (3 lbs.) potatoes (peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes)1/2 pound bacon (cooked and crumbled)6 green onions (chopped)2 celery ribs (finely chopped)2 tablespoons diced pimiento (drained)3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup Blue Plate® Mayonnaise1/2 cup sour creamgarnish with paprika, celery sticks DirectionsCOOK potatoes in boiling water to cover in a Dutch oven over medium … Read more

Pecan Chicken Salad

INGREDIENTS:4 cups chicken breast chopped or 2-15oz. cans1 1/2 cups sliced seedless grapes (red or white)3/4 cup chopped celery (this is a little too much for me, I’d reduce to 1/2 cup or less) 1 Tbs sugar1 Tbs Worcestershire sauce1 Tbs lemon juice3/4 cup pecans1 cup mayonnaise DIRECTIONS:Mix all ingredients and stir together, enjoy!

THE BEST HAWAIIAN CHEESECAKE SALAD

INGREDIENTS: 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese1 (3.4-ounce) package instant cheesecake pudding, unprepared1 cup International Delight French Vanilla Creamer1 pound strawberries, hulled and sliced4 mandarin oranges, peeled and sectioned1 (20-ounce) can pineapple tidbits, drained3 kiwi, peeled and cut into half moons2 mangoes, cut into bite size chunks1 banana, cut into coinsjuice of 1/2 lemon INSTRUCTIONS: In … Read more

Pasta Salad Recipes

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups uncooked bow tie pasta 6 cups torn romaine lettuce 1 medium tomato, diced 4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled 1/2 cup ranch dressing 1 Tablespoon barbecue sauce 1/4 teaspoon pepper Instructions Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain. Then rinse pasta under cold water. In a large bowl, combine the romaine lettuce, … Read more

The Amazing Crockpot Ham, Green Beans and Potatoes

You’ll Need: 2 lbs of fresh green beans.2 lbs of ham.4 baking potatoes.1 large onion (optional).3 cups of water.Salt and pepper. How to: Dice all of the ingredients and place them in the crockpot. Pour 3 cups over water over the ham and vegetables and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for 6 … Read more

Creamed Peas and Potatoes

large potatoes (or several small new potatoes)2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp flour1 c cream1 c milk3 c fresh shelled peas or frozen1 1/2 tsp chicken bouillon granulespepper to taste If you are using new potatoes you just boil them in water until tender. If you are using regular potatoes, peel them and cut them into large, … Read more

Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients 1 (8-ounce) package elbow macaroni, cooked 16 saltine crackers, finely crushed 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon seasoned pepper 1 (8-ounce) block sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded 1 (8-ounce) block extra-sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded 6 large eggs, lightly beaten 4 cups milk  Instructions Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Layer ⅓ each of macaroni, crackers, salt, pepper, … Read more

Peanut Butter Noodles

“This is kid friendly with an Asian twist. Can also be made with spaghetti pasta.” Ingredients 1/2 cup chicken broth 1 1/2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger root 3 tablespoons soy sauce 3 tablespoons peanut butter 1 1/2 tablespoons honey 2 teaspoons hot chile paste (optional) 3 cloves garlic, minced 8 ounces Udon noodles 1/4 cup … Read more

Cilantro Edamame Hummus

“Traditionally made with chickpeas, this hummus has a new twist using shelled edamame. Serve with pita chips or celery sticks.” Ingredients 1 (12 ounce) package frozen shelled edamame (green soybeans) 2 cloves garlic 1/2 cup tahini 1/2 cup water 1/2 cup packed cilantro leaves 1/4 cup lemon juice 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon … Read more

Spicy Crock Pot Brunch Casserole

Ingredients 1 pound hot ground sausage 1 large onion, chopped 1 red bell pepper, stemmed, seeded, and chopped 1 (26 to 32-ounce) frozen hash browns salt and pepper 12 large eggs 3/4 cup half-and-half 1 teaspoon garlic salt 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 3 to 4 shakes hot sauce, I like Tabasco sauce … Read more

Sugar Snap Pea & Barley Salad

Ingredients 2 cups water 1 cup quick-cooking barley 8 ounces sugar snap peas, trimmed and sliced into matchsticks ½ cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley ¼ cup finely chopped red onion  2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil  2 tablespoons lemon juice  ¾ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper Preparation Bring water to a boil in a … Read more