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 This is the perfect recipe for using those wonderful vegetables from your backyard garden or purchased from your local farmer’s market!
2 cups uncooked mafalda noodles
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup sliced carrots
1 cup sliced celery
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
1 medium zucchini or summer squash, quartered lengthwise and sliced
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 (15 ounce each) cans red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes with Italian herbs, undrained
1/2 cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup refrigerated basil pesto
1. Heat the oven to 350 degrees F. Cook and drain the noodles as directed on the package using the minimum cook time.
2. Heat the oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, celery and bell pepper; cover and cook 5 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the carrots are just tender. Uncover and stir in the zucchini and garlic; cook and stir 1 minute longer.
3. Place the noodles in an ungreased 2-1/2-quart casserole. Stir in the carrot mixture, beans, tomatoes, 1/4 cup of the cheese, the salt, pepper and pesto. Cover and bake for 40 to 50 minutes or until hot in the center. Top each serving with the remaining cheese. Makes 6 servings.
Emily
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 Tender bites of chicken in a hearty, thick, flavorful sauce served over hot cooked noodles or rice will make short work of satisfying your family’s dinnertime hunger. And it only takes a matter of minutes to have this taste tantalizing dinner ready for the table!
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 tablespoon butter
2 (14-1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
1 (6.5 ounce) can mushroom stems & pieces
1 cup white cooking wine
1 teaspoon oregano
Hot cooked egg noodles or white rice
Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
1. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Combine the flour, salt and pepper in a large resealable plastic bag; add the chicken a few pieces at a time and shake to coat.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the chicken in the oil in small batches; transfer to a Dutch oven.
3. In a small skillet, cook the onion, garlic and green bell pepper in the butter until vegetables are tender; add to the meat in Dutch oven. Stir in the diced tomatoes, mushrooms, white cooking wine and oregano; cover and simmer over medium-low heat for 30 to 40 minutes. Serve over hot cooked noodles or white rice; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, if desired. Makes 6 to 8 servings.
Emily
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 Sometimes the simple things in life turn out to be the best. Such is the case with this simple easy-to-make dinner from Better Homes and Gardens.
1 (17 ounces) package refrigerated cooked beef tips with gravy
1/2 teaspoon dried basil, crushed
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (10.75 ounces) can condensed golden mushroom soup
1/2 cup beef broth
1-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 cup peeled baby carrots, halved lengthwise
1 cup loose-pack frozen small whole onions
12 ounces dried wide egg noodles
1. In a large saucepan, combine beef tips with gravy, the basil and pepper. Stir in the soup and beef broth; bring to a boil. Add mushrooms, carrots and onions. Return to a boil; reduce heat to Low. Cover and simmer 20 to 25 minutes or until the vegetables are tender, stirring frequently.
2. Meanwhile, cook the noodles according to the package directions; drain. Spoon the meat mixture over the noodles to serve. Makes 6 servings.
Emily
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 With the onset of cooler weather my family begins asking for more comfort food dishes. This delicious side recipe from Campbell’s is one of their favorites. I sometimes add leftover, cut-up, cooked chicken for an easy but delicious dinner.
3 cups uncooked medium egg noodles
2 cups broccoli flowerets
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup
1/2 cup sour cream
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1. In a 4-quart saucepan, cook the noodles according to the package directions; add the broccoli during the last 5 minutes of cooking time. Drain well in a colander and return to the saucepan.
2. Stir in the soup, sour cream, cheese and pepper; cook and stir over medium heat until hot. Top with additional cheese before serving. Makes 5 servings.
Emily
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 After a hard day on the job, my hubby really enjoys this hearty satisfying dinner!
1 pound lean ground beef
1/2 pound bulk pork sausage
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 (26 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce (tomato, garlic & onion)
1 (14 ounce) jar pizza sauce
1 (2.25 ounce) can sliced ripe olives
1 (3.5 ounce) package sliced pepperoni
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups cooked wide egg noodles
1. In a large skillet, cook ground beef, sausage, onion and bell pepper until the meat is no longer pink and the vegetables are tender; drain.
2. Stir in the spaghetti sauce and pizza sauce. Stir in the olives, pepperoni, cheese and noodles. Cover and simmer 10 minutes or until cheese is melted. Makes 6 servings.
Emily
 Your family will love this hearty and satisfying all-in-one beef noodle dinner! Mine sure did!
3 cups uncooked wide egg noodles
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 tablespoon butter
1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef
1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 cup cottage cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
2 (10.5 ounces each) cans cream of mushroom soup
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies, undrained
1 (6.5 ounce) can mushroom stems and pieces, drained
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1/2 cup plain dry bread crumbs
1. Cook the noodles according to the package directions; drain. Transfer to a 13 x 9-inch baking dish sprayed with cooking spray. In a medium size skillet, sauté the onion and celery in butter until crisp tender, about 4 minutes; stir into the cooked noodles.
2. Cook the ground beef, salt, pepper and garlic powder in the same skillet until the meat is no longer pink; drain and add to the noodle mixture.
3. In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese, sour cream, soup, chilies, mushrooms and cheddar cheese; stir into the ground beef mixture. In a small bowl, combine the melted butter and bread crumbs; sprinkle over the top.
4. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F. for 20 minutes or until hot and bubbly. Makes 8 servings.
Emily
 As most of you already know, my son Jason is a very good cook. He recently shared this recipe with me and now I am sharing it with you! It is simple, easy-to-make and tastes wonderful! Thank you Jason!!
1 pound lean ground beef
1/2 cup chopped red onion (I used yellow onions since that’s what I had on hand)
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) cream of mushroom soup
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (or to taste)
1/4 teaspoon paprika (or to taste)
1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
1/2 cup sour cream
4 cups hot cooked noodles
1. In a large skillet cook the ground beef and onion until meat is no longer pink and onions are tender; drain.
2. Stir in the soup, garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper; cook over medium heat until heated through. Remove from heat and stir in the sour cream. Serve over hot cooked noodles. Makes 4 servings.
Emily
 A delicious way to use up leftover turkey or chicken! A hearty and satisfying dinner that gets you out of the kitchen fast!!
2 cups uncooked wide egg noodles
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon butter
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup milk
1 (14 oz) can chicken broth
2 cups cubed cooked turkey or chicken
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1. Cook the egg noodles according to the package directions; drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, saute celery and onions in butter until tender; about 4 minutes. In a medium bowl, combine cornstarch, milk and chicken broth until smooth; stir into the vegetable mixture. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly until slightly thickened; about 1 minute.
3. Stir in all the remaining ingredients except the cheese. Pour mixture into a 3-quart baking dish; top with the cheddar cheese.
4. Bake, uncovered at 375 degrees F for 25 to 30 minutes or until hot and bubbly and cheese is melted. Makes 6 to 8 servings.
Emily
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