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Creamy Au Gratin Potatoes

Reviewed: Sep. 30, 2010

Absolutely the best ever! Recipe made 6-8 serv instead of 4. Next time I'll use three avg potatoes. Worried that I didn't have enough sauce - but there was plenty. Took the advice of another and added about 1/4c sour cream. Removed foil and browned up nicely last 10min. Sprinkled bacon on top before serving. Yum!

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Zippy Zucchini

Reviewed: Aug. 7, 2010

The title and picture is what drew me to this. After making, I'm not sure where the red in the picture came from - mine looked nothing like this when done. I only had 2 zucchini which I chopped instead of sliced. I cut the recipe in half except followed the suggestion of others to add garlic powder and only 1/8c oil. I added a little Emeril's Essence and sprinkled the top with pepper. Still a little on the bland side, so next time I'll go heavier on the spices. Overall, pretty good and my very picky 11yr old even tried it and liked it which says alot!

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Breakfast Casserole III

Reviewed: Jan. 23, 2010

This was really good! For a family of three I made the following changes - Lightly beat 5 eggs and set aside. In a large skillet, browned 1/2lb roll sausage, drained and set aside. In the same skillet I added 2Tblsp oil, 1/2c chopped onion and 1-1/2c. defrosted frozen hashbrowns and tossed until browned. Sprinkled with seasoning salt and poured into greased baking pan. Sprinkled with cheddar and poured eggs over, then sprinkled with pepper and no additional salt. The eggs didn't fully cover the sausage - but it baked up great. Baked 20min 350*

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Baked Corn

Reviewed: Dec. 13, 2009

This is a Thanksgiving traditional dish for our family - I never use kernel corn - just 2 cans creamed corn. Yummo!

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Awesome and Easy Creamy Corn Casserole

Reviewed: Nov. 19, 2009

This is a Thanksgiving tradition for us! I always double it and bake in a large quiche dish or 9X13. When the top looks dry, it's done.

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Fabulous Foolproof Lasagna

Reviewed: Sep. 17, 2009

Just follow the recipe on the back of the Barilla No Boil Lasagna - no need to add the seasonings - it's in the sausage.

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Gooey Butter Cake III

Reviewed: Jun. 22, 2009

This cake is a childhood favorite and Birthday tradition at our house. We know it as "Ooey Gooey Butter Cake". My husband's mother gave it to me on our wedding day. She has since passed and I have kept it going for him. It brings a tear to his eye every year.

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Grandma's Sloppy Joes

Reviewed: Jun. 5, 2009

Another reason you should always trust your Grandma! Very good - took the advice and used 1/2 ketchup and 1/2 BBQ sauce. Added a good dash of ground cloves. Excellent - will use this from now on. Thanks Grandma!

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Chinese Noodle Chicken

Reviewed: Jun. 4, 2009

I agree with "Shortcake" - easy to prepare but lacks flavor. I didn't have any snow peas on hand and used linguine. Will add garlic next time.

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Chicken Quesadillas and Fiesta Rice

Reviewed: May 4, 2009

I totslly agree regarding the lack of flavor and too gooey consistency although my 10yr old loved it! Next time I'll season the chicken w/pkg Taco seasoning and add only half can of soup.

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Broccoli Chicken Fettuccini Alfredo

Reviewed: Apr. 23, 2009

Super easy and delicious - wishing I had doubled the recipe!

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Baked Ziti III

Reviewed: Apr. 22, 2009

This was by far the best recipe we've tried for Baked Ziti! My 10yr old couldn't get enough of it! The only change I would suggest is to use shredded mozzarella and tear the provolone into pieces - I was a little wary of the sour cream as I am a ricotta fan - but it was great!

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Sweet Potato Casserole I

Reviewed: Apr. 12, 2009

This is definitely the most requested dish for our holiday dinners - one change I highly suggest is to add the melted butter gradually so that you end up with a streusel like topping rather than a gooey one.

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Mozzarella Parmesan Chicken

Reviewed: Apr. 8, 2009

This was a hit! I added garlic powder, Italian seasoning and pepper to the soup mixture. We'll definitely have this again soon!

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Berry Cheesecake Parfaits

Reviewed: Apr. 7, 2009

I agree, way too much cream cheese! It made the dessert very rich - I used a combo of blueberries, strawberries and pineapple, but the cream cheese overpowered the flavor of the fruit.

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Easy, Cheesy Tortellini Bake

Reviewed: Apr. 5, 2009

While this dish looks pretty coming out of the oven, it's not when you dig in. The spinach is a big mistake! I should have known better and left it out with a 9yr old in the house!

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Busy Night Turkey Taco Soup with Avocado Cream

Reviewed: Dec. 1, 2008

This was fabulous! Boiled the leftover dark meat in 32oz water with 4 chicken bouillon cubes. Added reg. corn, fresh salsa and can of green chilies for more kick.

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Ground Beef Bar-b-que

Reviewed: Jun. 19, 2008

I wish I had taken the time to read the reviews before attempting to make patties for the grill. I asked my husband if he knew how to make smoke signals! Ha! Good flavor, but a mess to deal with in grilling. I'll use the recipe again, but try it as sloppy joes or meatloaf as suggested. Thanks!

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