Try this deeee-licious casserole with either leftover chicken or turkey. It’s all meat and veggies, so you can scoop it over rice or buttered noodles if ya like. But it’s equally tasty on it’s own! Thanks to Penzey’s Spices magazine for this recipe. Ingredients: 1 cup butter (1 stick) 1 cup celery, diced 1 small sweet onion, diced 1...
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My Grandma Hirvo would be so proud of this recipe–I literally threw it together based on leftovers from the week. And it was excellent! Works well for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Ingredients: 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded 1 1/2 cup cooked chicken, diced 1 Tablespoon dried minced onion 2 cups fresh broccoli 1 1/3 cup milk 3 eggs 3/4 cup Bisquick...
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Here’s a fun idea for a kid-friendly side dish (that grown-ups will like as well!) The ranch dressing gives these broccoli rice cups a great flavor. I found this on Kraftrecipes.com. It goes well with chicken, fish, or as a stand-alone vegetarian meal. Ingredients: 1 cup instant white rice, uncooked 1 1/2 cup chicken broth 1 1/2 cups...
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I am absolutely addicted to this dish! Broccoli rabe may be my new favorite vegetable. And sauteed in garlic, hot pepper flakes, and white wine??? Well, it just doesn’t get any better than this! Thanks to epicurious.com for the fab recipe. Ingredients: 2 lbs. fresh broccoli rabe 4 fresh garlic cloves, minced 1/4 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes 2...
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Here’s a scrumptious way to snazz up boring broccoli! This side dish uses all fresh ingredients and is ready in no time. Pair it with Baked Gouda Mac & Cheese, Chicken Tenders, Balsamic Chicken or Simple Grilled Salmon. Ingredients: 1 large head fresh broccoli 2 fresh garlic cloves, minced 1 fresh lemon 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Kosher salt, to taste Directions: Pre heat...
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I’ll admit–I was skeptical of this salad at first. Wasn’t sure if I’d like the raw broccoli. But I had lots of dried cherries to use up (thanks to a gracious gift from my in-laws!) Turns out his salad is super! It’s crunchy, sweet, savory, and a touch spicy from the curry. Try it at your...
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Thanks to Rachel Ray for this yum-o mac and cheese recipe. It’s a complete meal in one pot! I’ve been making this ever since moving abroad–no “blue box” of mac and cheese readily available over here. Plus, really, this is soooo much better than the blue box. My son gobbles this meal, and I’m...
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I had leftover broccoli in the fridge this week, so I came up with this soup recipe. I usually like to simmer a pot of soup all day–but with this recipe there’s no need. This soup is rich, creamy, and flavorful in about 30 minutes. My son loves it and I love that he’s...
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This side dish is so rich and creamy, that I save it for special occasions. It’s a great way to dress up broccoli and goes well with just about any main dish–chicken, turkey, pork or fish. I created this recipe by looking at many versions of similar dishes and combining all the best ingredients....
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My mom has been making this recipe for years. It was my favorite dinner growing up! And now my husband and toddler love it too. The best part is that it’s a balanced meal all-in-one. Serve with a tossed green salad for even more veggies! Ingredients: 1 package Pillsbury Crescent Rolls (makes 8 crescents) 2 cups fresh steamed...
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