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My oldest loves a chicken leg.  I don't know what it is but he gets so excited any time I make chicken legs. These chicken legs had great flavor and were so simple to throw in the crock pot and let cook all day. This recipe was adapted from  Mantitlement . 3-4 lbs chicken legs 1 1/2 cup BBQ sauce 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce 1/4 cup honey Place the chicken in the bottom of the crock pot. Whisk together the bbq sauce, teriyaki sauce and honey. Pour the mixture over the chicken. Cook on low for 6-8 hours.  Remove from the crock pot and spoon the sauce back over the chicken then serve. more recipes @  http://onedayatatime-recipes.blogspot.com

My MIL Ruth is a fantastic baker! She introduced me to these cookies soon after Jer and I got married, and I don't think I've missed a season of making them since. Actually, we usually make a  few  batches of these each Fall :o) Except I don't put nuts on top--my camera doesn't do food justice, so this picture's off the web... Ruth's Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies 1/2 C butter 1 1/2 C brown sugar 2 eggs 1 C pumpkin puree (NOT pie filling) 1 tsp. vanilla 2 1/2 C flour (or more) 1 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. salt 1 tsp. nutmeg 1 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 tsp. cloves 1 C chocolate chips (or more :o) Cream cheese frosting Preheat oven to 375. Blend sugar and butter. Add eggs and beat till batter is smooth. Add pumpkin, vanilla, and dry ingredients all at once; then mix till well blended. Stir in chocolate chips till well distributed. Bake for 10-12 minutes; let cool and frost. Best when warm more recipes @  http://karensrecipes.blogspot.com

This is a quick and easy weekend recipe for chicken spaghetti and everyone loves it. I usually make this with chicken breasts,  but it is also excellent if you substitute quartered chicken thighs and throw in some mushrooms....add a tossed salad and dinners ready. 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (or several thighs) 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 egg beaten 1 jar meatless marinara sauce (about 25 ounces) 1/2 cup water 1/2 cup chopped onions 2 tablespoons butter 2 teaspoons basil 1 teaspoon oregano 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/8 teaspoon cayenne mushrooms (optional) Mozzarella cheese spaghetti noodles In small saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons butter and add 1/2 cup chopped onions. Saute onions at medium high heat until you start to get golden edges on the onions (the onions AND butter they cooked in, go into the sauce). Spray the inside of your slow cooker with vegetable spray before you put...

I needed to take something sweet to small group the other week and these were perfect! They were easy to throw together and they were easy to transport in the car! They turned out great and might be a new favorite around here! Cupcake 2 1/2 cups flour 1 1/2 cup sugar 2 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder 1 tsp salt 1 tsp baking soda 2 eggs 1 cup vegetable oil 1 cup buttermilk 1 tsp white vinegar 1 tbsp vanilla extract 1 tbsp red food coloring Cream Cheese Filling 8oz cream cheese 1/3 cup sour cream 1/4 cup sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract Heat oven to 350. Line with cupcake liners.  Whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, salt and baking soda in a mixing bowl. In a separate bowl whisk together the eggs, vegetable oil, buttermilk, white vinegar and vanilla extract. Using a hand mixer pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix. Add the red food coloring and mix until combined. Fill the cupcake liners halfway with cupcake batter. Drop in 1 tablespoon of cream cheese filling....

Sesame Chicken is my Picky-Picky husbands all time favorite. I'm glad, since it's very easy to make. It is sweetish, sticky-ish, quick and easy-ish......and makes an easy weeknight favorite. It is my opinion, that boneless-skinless chicken  thighs  make the BEST Sesame Chicken because they are super moist and flavorful (chicken breast tends to get a little dry). Picky-Picky hubby says he HATES chicken thighs (but he loves this recipe) so I just don't mention that it's made with thighs (snicker). Cut 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs into 1" pieces (maybe a little bigger). Put them in a bowl that has about 1 cup of flour in it (no other seasonings). Take chicken pieces out of flour, shaking off excess. In another bowl, whisk an egg with a tablespoon of water and put the flour coated chicken pieces into the egg bowl, stir to coat....then back into the flour bowl. Toss to coat with flour (a second time) shaking off excess flour. In a fry pan (I use my electric skill...

Crockpot chicken and noodles is pure comfort food in our home. Easy and inexpensive, it pleases everyone.........even picky-picky husband !! This is one of those super yummy recipes that just doesn't photograph well......... but trust me, it's GOOOOOOD !!! 1 pound of boneless-skinless chicken breast 2  10.75 ounce cans of cream of chicken soup 4 cups of chicken broth or stock 1 small onion diced 1 cup chopped celery 1 large carrot grated 1 cup peas 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Flat wide egg noodles Spray your Crockpot with a little cooking spray to make cleanup easier. This recipe (as written) requires a nice big Crockpot. If you only have a smaller one, just make half of the recipe. Dice the onion and celery and grate the carrot. Sautee in a little butter until the onions and celery soften a little.  Put the sautéed veggies, soup, broth and pepper into the Crockpot and stir or whisk it around until it is smooth. Add whole (boneless-skinless) chicken breasts and cook on low ...

The best way to eat these is to warm them up and add lashings of butter. Serves 8-10 Prep time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 10-12 minutes Ingredients 280 g self-raising flour 1 tsp baking powder ¼ tsp salt 50 g cold butter, cut into cubes 75 g mature cheddar, grated (plus 50g extra for topping) 1 egg 1 ½ tbsp Marmite 5 tbsp milk, plus extra to glaze Preparation method Heat oven to 220°C/fan 200°C/gas mark 7. Mix the flour and baking powder in a mixing bowl with the salt. Add the butter and rub with your fingertips until mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs (or use a food processor). Stir in 75g of the cheese and make a well in the centre. Whisk the egg, marmite and milk together and pour into the well and bring the mixture together to make a soft, but not sticky dough. Add a little more milk if the dough is too dry. Turn onto a floured surface, then roll out to about 2cm thick. Stamp out 4 scones using a round cutter, then gather the trimmings and repeat until all the dough has been used....

These cookies are amazing. Like the best. I had to pass some of these along to our neighbors so that I didn't eat every single one. They were also way easier to make than I anticipated. This recipe is adapted from  Cooking Classy . Cookies: 2 cups plus 2 tbsp flour 1/4 tsp salt 1 cup unsalted butter (cold and cut into 1 tbsp pieces) 2/3 cup sugar 1/2 tsp almond extract 1/2 cup raspberry jam Glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract 2-4 tsp water In a bowl whisk together flour and salt. In the bowl of an electric stand mixer combine the butter and sugar using the paddle attachment. Scrap the bowl down. Mix in the almond extract then add the flour mixture. Shape the dough into 1 inch balls and place 2 inches apart on an ungreased baking sheet. Carefully make a small indention with your finger. Fill each indention with raspberry jam. Chill in the refrigerator for 20 minutes. While the cookies are chilling, preheat the oven to 350. Bake in the oven for 14-18 minutes. Remove fro...

Okay, let’s see if this works, I’ve been having so many blogger issues. Thought they were resolved...well not resolved but that I had figured out a way to get around them but I’m having trouble again. So frustrating! Yay it appears this is working though! And I;m so happy to share this delicious recipe with you! This recipe was adapted from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom. 2 tbsp butter 1/2 cup diced onion 1 tsp minced garlic 1 tsp granulated chicken bouillon 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper 3 cups chicken broth 4 cups egg noodles 1 rotisserie chicken (deboned and shredded) 3/4 cup heavy cream 1 cup frozen corn 1 cup frozen peas and carrots Melt the butter in a large skillet and saute the onion until translucent. Stir in the garlic for 1 minute. Then stir in the the chicken bouillon, salt and pepper then pour in the chicken broth and stir in the egg noddles and chicken. Turn the heat up and cover. Let cook for 6-7 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in the cream and reduce the heat ...

ONE PAN BACON RANCH GARLIC PARMESAN PASTA One Pan Bacon Ranch Garlic Parmesan Pasta is an easy and satisfying one pot pasta meal that the whole family will love! Creamy garlic parmesan spaghetti is loaded up with even more mouthwatering flavor with the addition of crisp bacon and savory ranch! Bacon Ranch Garlic Parmesan Pasta Prep Time 10 mins Cook Time 20 mins Total Time 30 mins One Pan Bacon Ranch Garlic Parmesan Pasta is an easy and satisfying one pot pasta meal that the whole family will love! Creamy garlic parmesan spaghetti is loaded up with even more mouthwatering flavor with the addition of crisp bacon and savory ranch! Course: Main Course Cuisine: American Servings: 4 Calories: 300 kcal Author: Nichole Ingredients 6 Slices Bacon, Diced 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil 1 Tablespoon Butter 3 Cloves Garlic, Minced 2 Cups Chicken Broth 1 1/4 Cups Milk 8 Ounces Spaghetti 1/2 Teaspoon Salt 1/2 Teaspoon Pepper 1/2 Cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese 1/4 Cup Sour Cream 1 Packet Ranch Seasoning Mix ...

OUR FAMILY’S FAVORITE TACO SALAD Our Family's Favorite Taco Salad is a flexible recipe that your family can make to your liking. Add as little or as many toppings and vegetables as you would like to this Taco Salad to feed your family a healthy meal! OUR FAMILY?S FAVORITE TACO SALAD Serves: 6 10 min Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 30 min Total Time INGREDIENTS 1 pound ground beef 1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix 1 (16 ounce) can chili beans (drained) 1 (16 ounce) bottle Catalina salad dressing (divided) 1/2 cup water 1 head iceberg lettuce (chopped) 1 (13 ounce) bag tortilla chips Toppings: 3/4 cup shredded medium cheddar cheese 2 tomatoes (diced) 2 avocados (diced) 1 cup sliced olives 1 cup sour cream 1 cup salsa INSTRUCTIONS In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef and drain excess grease. Stir in the taco seasoning, chili beans, 1 cup of Catalina dressing, and water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Set out meat mixture, lettuce,...

Roasted Mushrooms with Garlic & Thyme A great side dish no matter what you’re serving. I think mushrooms are good no matter how you cook them, they are an excellent source selenium as well as many other nutrients, but roasting concentrates the mushroom flavor in a way that makes these mushrooms especially good. Roasted Mushrooms with Garlic & Thyme Prep time 15 mins Cook time 20 mins Total time 35 mins Author: CakesCottage Recipe type: Appetiser - Side Dish Ingredients 16 even-sized open cup mushrooms, stalks cut level 3 tbsp olive or vegetable oil 2 cloves garlic, chopped very finely 3 tbsp unsalted butter, softened 2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped ½ tsp garlic powder 5 tbsp fresh breadcrumbs 1½ tbsp lemon juice salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste Get IngredientsPowered by Chicory Instructions Preheat the oven to 400F. Lightly fry the mushrooms, cap-side down, in hot oil for 2-3 minutes. Arrange the mushrooms in a a 9x13 cooking dish (or whatever rectangular oven-proof di...

FAVORITE BAKED SPAGHETTI Favorite Baked Spaghetti - the most requested casserole in our house! Loaded with tons of yummy cheese!!! Spaghetti, Italian sausage, eggs, parmesan cheese, spaghetti sauce, tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, and cottage cheese. Can make ahead and refrigerate or freeze for later. Great for parties, potlucks or homemade gifts. Serve with a salad and some garlic rolls for a meal better than any restaurant! #freezermeal #casserole #pasta #spaghetti FAVORITE BAKED SPAGHETTI Yield: Serves 8 To 10 Author: Stephanie - Plain Chicken.ComPrint Recipe PREP TIME: 15 MINS COOK TIME: 50 MINS TOTAL TIME: 65 MINS INGREDIENTS: 1 (16-oz) package spaghetti 1 lb Italian sausage 1 (26-oz) jar spaghetti sauce 1 (8-oz) can tomato sauce 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese 5 Tbsp butter, melted 2 eggs 2 cups cottage cheese 4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese salt and pepper, to taste INSTRUCTIONS: Preheat oven to 350ºF. Lightly spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Set aside. Cook s...

Perfect Breakfast Casserole Recipe Perfect Breakfast Casserole – everything you love about breakfast in one easy and delicious casserole! Bacon, sausage, mushrooms, peppers, onions, hash browns, eggs and cheese. This breakfast bake is perfection!  Perfect Breakfast Casserole Recipe Prep Time 15 mins Cook Time 40 mins Total Time 55 mins Perfect Breakfast Casserole - everything you love about breakfast in one easy and delicious casserole! Bacon, sausage, mushrooms, peppers, onions, hash browns, eggs and cheese. This breakfast bake is perfection! Course: Breakfast Servings: 5 Author: Anna | Crunchy Creamy Sweet Ingredients 4 slices bacon diced 1 lb pork sage sausage 1/2 red bell pepper diced 1/2 sweet onion diced 1/2 green bell pepper diced 3 teaspoons minced garlic 3 white mushrooms washed and sliced 24 oz . bag of diced hash browns OR potatoes O'Brian thawed, I used the latter 1 cup shredded cheese I used a mix of mozzarella and cheddar 4 large eggs beaten 1/2 cup milk 1 teaspoon sa...

One Pot Cheesy Pumpkin Pasta One Pot Cheesy Pumpkin Pasta is creamy and comforting with cheese and pumpkin paired together in this delicious one pot meal! One Pot Cheesy Pumpkin Pasta Ingredients 12 ounces pasta noodles , such as elbows, farfalle, or penne (any type works) 1 small onion , diced 3 garlic cloves , minced 1 cup pumpkin puree (NOT pumpkin pie filling) 4 cups vegetable broth 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes 1/4 tsp salt 1/8 tsp fresh ground pepper 1/8 tsp nutmeg 2 TBS butter 4 ounces cream cheese , room temperature and cut into cubes parsley for garnish Instructions In a stockpot or deep sided skillet, add noodles, onion, garlic, vegetable broth, pumpkin puree, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Stir to blend together, and put on the stove over medium/high heat. Bring to a boil, then cover, reduce heat and let simmer for 10 minutes. Uncover, stir, cover, simmer for 2-4 more minutes, or until pasta is al dente. Add butter and cream cheese cubes, stir continuously until th...

CHICKEN CASSEROLE Your family will love this easy Chicken Casserole recipe. It’s the epitome of comfort food, and perfect for a cold night or easy weeknight meal. Made with minute rice, chicken, celery, a creamy sauce to hold it together, and buttered cornflakes crushed on top. Prep Time 20 mins Cook Time 20 mins Total Time 40 mins Course: Main Course Cuisine: American Keyword: casserole with rice, chicken casserole Unit: cup, large, ounce can, Tablespoon, teaspoon Servings: 9 Calories: 261 kcal Author: Lauren Allen Ingredients 2 cups cooked chicken , diced 3/4 cup mayonnaise 1 cup celery , diced 1 cup minute rice , uncooked* 1/4 cup slivered almonds 1 Tablespoon lemon juice 3 large eggs , hard boiled, sliced 10.5 ounce can cream of chicken soup (or homemade) 1 Tablespoon onion , grated 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup Corn Flakes cereal , crushed 1 Tablespoon butter , melted Instructions Mix all ingredients together in a large bowl except for the cornflakes and butter. Pour mixture into a grea...

Cheesy Tomato Ground Beef and Rice. If you are looking for a simple but delicious dinner recipe you can get on the table in a hurry be sure to try this Cheesy Tomato Ground Beef and Rice. Cheesy Tomato Ground Beef and Rice is an easy stove top dinner recipe that can be on the table in less than thirty minutes. Cheesy Tomato Ground Beef and Rice Prep Time 15 mins Cook Time 13 mins Total Time 28 mins Cheesy Tomato Ground Beef and Rice is an easy stove top dinner recipe packed with flavour. This ground beef dish is made with cream of tomato soup, canned corn, instant rice and loaded with cheddar cheese. Course: Main Course Cuisine: American Servings: 4 people Calories: 696 kcal Ingredients 1 1/2 cups instant rice uncooked 1 lb lean ground beef 1/2 cup yellow onion diced 8.5 oz canned corn 10.75 oz condensed tomato soup 1 cup 2% milk 1 tsp salt 1 tsp pepper 1/2 tbsp dehydrated minced onion 1/2 tbsp dried chives 2 1/2 cups marble cheddar cheese shredded Instructions Prepare the instant rice...

ONE-POT CREAMY CHICKEN POT PIE NOODLES The comfort of chicken pot pie without all of the work! My one-pot creamy chicken pot pie noodles are creamy, flavorful and best of all, filling! One-Pot Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Noodles Prep time 10 mins Cook time 30 mins Total time 40 mins The comfort of chicken pot pie without all of the work! My one-pot creamy chicken pot pie noodles are creamy, flavorful and best of all, filling! Author: Natalie Yield: 6-8 servings Ingredients 2 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 lb. chicken breasts, filleted and seasoned with salt and pepper* 4 oz. crimini mushrooms, sliced (optional) ½ small yellow onion, diced 2 stalks celery, diced 2 carrots, diced 4 cloves garlic, minced 4 c. low-sodium chicken broth 2 c. half and half 2 tsp. kosher sea salt 1 tsp. freshly ground pepper ½ tsp. garlic powder ½ tsp. dried thyme ½ tsp. ground sage ¼ tsp. cayenne pepper ¼ tsp. paprika 8 oz. egg noodles or other pasta 1 c. frozen corn, thawed 1 c. frozen peas, thawed 2 tbsp. fresh parsley...

Authentic Tiramisu Recipe from Italy This tiramisu recipe is my go-to, quick, easy, and delicious recipe for any occasion. This recipe actually comes from a friend of mine and her family near Avellino, Italy, who had invited our family to their home for lunch one afternoon. AUTHENTIC TIRAMISU RECIPE FROM ITALY 30 min Prep Time 30 min Total Time Ingredients 5C/1250 grams of Mascarpone 5 eggs separated (yolks only) 1 pound Savoiardi Ladyfingers 2 cups espresso, brewed and cooled. Instant is fine. Caffe D'Vita Imported Instant Espresso 5 tbsp white sugar C&H Sugar 4 tbsp Ghirardelli Unsweetened Cocoa Instructions Make the espresso and set aside to let cool. Separate the eggs, and add only the yolk to a mixing bowl. Add the sugar to the mixing bowl, and mix the eggs and sugar by hand until the sugar is dissolved. Do not whip the eggs; you are not trying to get volume, only dissolve the sugar. Add in your mascarpone. Sometimes, it is easier to mix, little by little, due to the densi...

Banana Oatmeal Muffins {Blender Recipe} Banana oatmeal muffins are perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. This skinny muffins recipe has NO butter, sugar, or oil. Greek yogurt and honey are used instead. The best part about this easy banana muffins recipe is that the batter is made in a blender, so there are fewer dishes to wash! One of the questions I receive most often is “What’s the most popular recipe on your site?” I think people expect me to answer something especially fancy or foodie, because when I reveal that it’s this recipe for Banana Oatmeal Muffins, I’m typically met with an immediate, unmistakable Double Eyebrow Raise. With no flour, no butter, and no oil, these banana oatmeal muffins with chocolate chips are made in the blender and are moist, healthy, and delicious! Ingredients: 2 cups oats (quick cooking or old fashioned) 2 large very ripe bananas 2 large eggs 1 cup plain Greek yogurt 2 to 3 tablespoons honey* 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder (I prefer aluminum free) 1...