Summer Squash Casserole Ingredients 6 to 7 medium yellow squash, sliced (about 6 cups) 1 large onion, chopped 1 (10.5-ounce) can cream of chicken soup 1 cup sour cream (regular or low-fat) 1 cup grated raw carrot 1 (8-ounce) package seasoned stuffing [...]
Garlic-Broiled Crookneck Squash Ingredients 2 yellow crookneck squash Garlic salt (to taste) 1/4 cup fresh grated Parmesan cheese 2 tablespoons butter (cut into small pieces) Crookneck squash is one of summer's most underrated garden stars. Mild, tender, and quick-cooking, [...]
Baked Potato Bar Ingredients Large baking potatoes (1 per person) Olive oil and salt (optional for crispier skin) Topping suggestions: Butter or margarine Whipped butter Salt and pepper Onion salt Salad blend seasoning Snipped chives or sliced green onions Parmesan or [...]
Baked Yams Ingredients 2 large yams Cinnamon, to taste Butter or margarine, as desired Salt and pepper, to taste There’s nothing quite like a warm, buttery baked yam, especially when it’s fresh out of the oven or piping hot [...]
Easy Mexican Rice Ingredients 1 small onion, chopped 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 cup long-grain rice 2 cups canned tomatoes, diced Water (add enough to tomato juice to equal 2 cups total liquid) 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or cilantro 1 tablespoon [...]
Golden Saffron Rice Ingredients ½ onion, diced 2 tablespoons butter or margarine 2 chicken bouillon cubes 3 cups rice (long-grain or basmati work best) 5 cups water Pinch of saffron threads Looking for a side dish that’s as stunning [...]
Low-Fat, High-Taste French Fries Ingredients 5 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into thin fries 3 egg whites 1 to 2 tablespoons salad blend seasoning (or your favorite spice blend) Nonstick cooking spray or light oil for baking sheet Craving [...]
Baby Greens Salad Ingredients 1 pound baby salad greens ½ cup vinaigrette dressing Feta or Parmesan cheese Grated mixed nuts (optional) If you're craving a light and refreshing salad that takes just minutes to make, this baby greens [...]
Gourmet Green Salad Ingredients 1 small head lettuce, torn 1 cup celery, diced ½ cup green onions, diced 1 (10-ounce) package frozen peas, thawed 1 (6-ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained ½ cup light mayonnaise 1½ cups dairy sour cream ½ cup [...]
Italian Pasta Salad with Grilled Veggies Ingredients 1 large red onion 1 red bell pepper, quartered 1 yellow bell pepper, quartered 1 medium zucchini, sliced lengthwise 3 cups cooked pasta (rainbow rotini or fusilli) 1 cup vinaigrette dressing (see recipe or use [...]
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