Tin Foil Dinner

Ingredients:

1 can cream of chicken soup
1 bag frozen diced hash browns
1 bag matchstick carrots
frozen hamburger patties, slightly defrosted
zucchini, sliced,
summer squash, sliced,
onions, diced
salt
pepper
garlic powder

Optional:

BBQ Sauce
Ketchup
Shredded Cheese

Directions:

Make a double layer of aluminum foil approximately 12 inches in length.

Lightly spray foil with non-stick cooking spray

Break apart hamburger patty and place in the center of the foil. Add about 1/2 cup (or more) hash browns, carrots, zucchini, squash on top of patty. Add onions, to taste. Liberally add salt, pepper and garlic powder. Spoon a heaping tablespoon full of cream of chicken soup over top.

Tightly close the foil together making sure there are no openings. You might have to add more foil. Wrapping it neatly will make it easier to open when done.

Grill on Med/High until cooked through, about 30 minutes. Turning two-three times.

Remove from heat and serve. Add BBQ Sauce, Ketchup or Shredded Cheese if desired.

Serves ~ 4

Grilled Panini

Ingredients:

two small baguette
fresh mozzarella, sliced
prosciutto
fresh basil leaves
1 tomato, sliced
balsamic vinegar
olive oil
salt and pepper

Directions:

Preheat grill to medium heat

Cut baguette length wise and drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar

Layer one to two slices prosciutto, mozzarella, basil and tomato. Season with salt and pepper

Lightly brush both sides of baguette with olive oil. Place the sandwich on the grill and top with a brick that has been covered in foil.

Cook for about 5 minutes on each side. Remove from heat and cut in a diagonal and serve warm.

Rainbow Cake

Ingredients:

2 boxes WHITE cake mix
3 cups Sprite or Ginger ale
GEL Food coloring
Frosting



Directions:

Grease two 8" cake pans and set aside.

Mix cake mix and sprite in a large bowl. Batter may be slightly lumpy.

Separate batter into six small bowls as evenly as possible. Add food coloring until you achieve desired color.

Pour half of each color in the CENTER of the pan. One color on top of the other. Repeat on opposite pan working with reverse order in colors.

Bake as directed in the package about 30-35 minutes at 350. Frost and enjoy!


Source: www.omnomicon.com/rainbowcake
Note: This cake was fun to do and it tasted pretty good. The kids love this colorful wonder. Its SUPER easy

Easy Baked Potatoe Soup

Ingredients:

6 medium potatoes, baked
1 medium onion, finely chopped
4 Tbsp. butter
4 Tbsp. flour
4 cups chicken broth
2 cups milk
salt and pepper to taste
1-2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
6 strips of bacon, cooked and coarsely chopped

Directions:

In a large pot cook onions in the butter until translucent and slightly golden.

Add the flour, making a roux. Keep stirring, it will be a thick thick batter.

Slowly add the chicken and milk while whisking. Continue to whisk until there are no more lumps. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to a medium simmer. Stir frequently so it doesn't burn.

While liquid comes to a boil peal the baked potatoes and coarsely 'mash' them. Some small chunks are good. Add to the liquid and stir.

Simmer for an additional 15-20 minutes. Salt and Pepper to taste.

Serve with cheese, sour cream, green onions or chives and top with bacon.

Source: dandelionmama.wordpress.com
Notes: I did not have time to bake the potatoes in the oven so I bake them in the microwave and they were still super yummy without all the added time.

Tempura Vegetables

Ingredients:

1/2 cup flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 egg
2/3 cup ice water
Carrots, thinly sliced lengthwise
Green Beans
Onions, sliced
Peppers, sliced
Oil for deep frying


Directions:

Prepare veggies and set aside. Heat oil in a large pan at a medium high heat. While oil heats up, sift together the dry ingredients. Beat egg slightly and mix with the water. Add the dry ingredients. Stir only until mixed; mixture will be slightly lumpy.
Dip vegetables into the batter and deep fry until golden brown, about 5-8 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

Source: Great Party Recipes
Note: You can do any vegetable you would like. You can also do shrimp or scallops, I have never tried either. We call these veggie fries and the kids like the carrots and beans best. The peppers are SO yummy and sweet. After I pulled the veggies out of the oil I salted them slightly. If your batter seems to thin add more flour. The batter will be thin but you don't want it to runny or it will not stick to the veggies when cooked.

Apricot Chicken

Ingredients:

6 chicken breast, cubed
1 cup apricot jam
1 cup Russian dressing
1 packet Onion Soup mix

Directions:

In a small mixing bowl stir together jam, dressing and soup mix until well combined. Pour mix over chicken and coat evenly. Place in a greased 9X13 pan, in an even layer. Bake at 350 for approximately 25 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.

Serve with sticky rice and tempura vegetables.

Source: I can't remember :I
Note: This could not be any easier. The kids love it and its an easy recipe to have your friends over with.

Trevino French Toast

Ingredients:

1 Round Crusty Ranch Style Bread
1 stick of butter
1 cup brown sugar
2 tbs corn syrup
5 eggs
1 1/2 cup half and half
1 tbsp vanilla
1/4 tsp salt

Directions:

Cut bread into 1 inch slices and carefully remove the crust.

In a medium sauce pan melt butter, sugar and corn syrup until it makes a carmel (runny). Pour it into a greased 9X13 pan. Carefully arrange the bread in a single layer. You might have to break up the bread to make sure it all fits perfectly.

In a small pitcher combine the eggs, half and half, vanilla and salt. Wisk together and pour over top of bread to coat completely making sure all the bread has been drizzled with it.

Sprinkle with cinnamon over top. Cover and refrigerate over night.

Bring to room temperature, about 1 hour. Bake, uncovered, at 350 for 35-40 minutes until slightly golden brown.

Source: Amy Trevino
Note: This recipe originally calls for Grand Mange, but I used extra vanilla. I also just used egg beaters and it worked just fine. It would be so delicious with chopped nuts added to the carmel sauce before adding the bread. YUM!!! I served this with fresh berries, bacon and a smoothie.

Easy Pasta Bake

Ingredients:

1 lbs bow tie pasta, cooked and drained
1 chicken cooked and cubed
1 cup frozen peas
1 cup frozen corn
1 can cream of chicken soup
1/2 cup milk
2/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
2/3 tbsp garlic powder
salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

In a large bowl combine chicken, peas, corn, cream of chicken soup, milk, 1/3 cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic, salt and pepper. Slowly add the milk to get a pancake batter consistency (you may need to add more or less milk). When the 'sauce' is well mixed add the cooked pasta and coat thoroughly. Place in a greased 9X13 dish and top with remaining cheddar cheese. Bake at 350 for 30-40 minutes uncovered.

Source: Me
Note: I like to serve this with a salad and a roll. Easy and tasty.

Crownies

A perfect combination of cookies and brownies, hence the name 'Crownies'.

Ingredients:

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
2 cups Chocolate Chips (Nestle)

1 box Fudge Brownie Mix

Directions:

Cookie directions: COMBINE flour, baking soda and salt in small bowl. Beat butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar and vanilla extract in large mixer bowl until creamy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Gradually beat in flour mixture. Stir in Chocolate Chips. Set aside.

Make Brownies as directed on the box. Place in a greased 9X13 pan.

Drop cookie dough by rounded tablespoon onto the brownie batter, about 24 total.

Bake Crownies at 350 for 25-30 minutes or until slightly golden brown. Let cool and enjoy!

Source: Bakerella and Nestle Toll House Cookie Recipe
Note: You can also use a cookie dough mix, simply follow the directions. However, I think these cookies from scratch are way better. You will have a lot of cookie dough left over just make cookie rounds and freeze them for a quick cook next time you are in the mood for a yummy treat.