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Mashed Potato Beef Casserole

By june
In a skillet, cook bacon until crisp; drain, reserving 1 tsp drippings
- 2 bacon strips, diced
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced
- 1 large carrot, finely chopped
- 1 celery rib, finely chopped
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp dried tarragon
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 3 cups hot mashed potatoes*
- 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- Paprika
Patrice's Ground Beef Casserole

By june
Cook ground meat in a large skillet over medium heat, stirring often, 8 minutes or until the meat crumbles and is n...
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 (14 1/2 oz) can diced tomatoes with basil, garlic and oregano
- 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 (6 oz) can tomato paste
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 3 cups uncooked medium-sized egg noodles
- 5 green onions, chopped
- 1 (8 oz) carton sour cream
- 1 (3 oz) pkg cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese
Cheddar-Jelly Thumbprints

By june
Preheat oven to 350 degrees
- 6 oz white cheddar cheese or extra-sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese (2 oz)
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 egg white
- 1 tbsp water
- 1 1/4 cups finely chopped pecans
- 1/3 to 1/2 cups green and/or red jalapeño jelly
Smashed Hot Potatoes

By june
Preheat oven to 450 degrees
- 12 whole new potatoes
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Kosher salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Minced rosemary (or other fresh herb) to taste
Black Bean Burgers

By june
In the work bowl of a food processor, combine black beans, panko, chilies, green onion, chili powder, cumin, and sa...
- 2 (15-oz) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 1/2 cups panko
- 1 (4-oz) can chopped green chilies, drained
- 1/4 cup minced green onion
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 5 tostado shells
- Corn Salsa
- Garnish: sour cream, avocado, cilantro
Ham-n-Cheese Ring

By june
Let dough thaw to room temperature or until pliable
- 1 lb loaf white frozen bread dough
- 1 cup grated Cheddar cheese
- 1 cup grated Jack or Swiss cheese
- 2 cups chopped cooked ham
- 1 tbsp melted butter
Honey-Glazed Chicken

By june
In a bowl or bag, combine flour, salt and cayenne pepper; add chicken pieces and dredge or shake to coat
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 broiler/fryer chicken (about 3 lb), cut up
- 1/2 cup butter or margarine, melted, divided
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 1/2 tsp curry powder
Parmesan Asparagus Spears

By june
Stir together vinegar, oil and mustard in a large bowl
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2.5 lbs asparagus spears
- 2 tbsp grated or shaved parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
Lentil and Frankfurter Soup

By june
Wash lentils. Bring water to a boil and add lentils, bacon, onions (only a little - save the rest), carrot and cel...
- 1 cup dried lentils
- 6 cups water
- 2 slices bacon, diced
- 1 large carrot, finely chopped
- 1 celery stalk, chopped
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1 tbsp flour
- 1 tbsp vinegar
- 4 hotdogs, thickly sliced
- 1 tbsp catsup
- salt and pepper to taste
Corn Salsa

By june
In a medium bowl, combine corn, tomatoes, green onion, lime juice, cilantro, and salt
- 1 (15.25-oz) can niblet corn, drained
- 1 (10-oz) can diced tomatoes and green chilies, drained
- 2 tbsp minced green onion
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp minced fresh cilantro
- 1/4 tsp salt