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This is by far the best macaroni salad I have ever had! The veggies add some crunch and color to the salad, and the...

  • 16 ounces uncooked elbow macaroni
  • 4 carrots, shredded
  • 1 large red onion, chopped
  • 1/2 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 2 cups mayonnaise
  • 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 cup white vinegar
  • salt and pepper to taste
4.2/5 (63 Votes)

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You can substitute Monterey Jack, Gouda, or mild cheddar for all or part of the sharp cheddar

  • 1 (16-oz) box elbow macaroni
  • 1 tsp vegetable oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 stick (1/2 cup) margarine, preferably Parkay
  • 1 Tbsp flour
  • 1 to 1 1/2 cups milk
  • 1 egg
  • 1 (16-oz) package Velveeta cheese, diced
  • 1 (16-oz) package sharp cheddar cheese, diced
  • 1 cup bread crumbs
4.6/5 (32 Votes)

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This is one of my favorite Mac & Cheese recipes! The Snopek's pool party wouldn’t be the same without it! Cheesy ...

  • 4 cups elbow macaroni, cooked and drained
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese, grated
  • 3 eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 4 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk
4.1/5 (35 Votes)

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Combine all dressing ingredients in a jar, cover and shake well

  • SALAD
  • 1 pound cheese tortellini pasta (either fresh, or dried - cooked according to package's instructions)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 red onion, diced
  • 1 large cucumber, peeled and chopped
  • 1/2 cup canned artichoke hearts, roughly chopped
  • 1/2 cup kalamata olives (whole or sliced)
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (I use reduced fat)
  • 1/3 cup packed fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
  • GREEK DRESSING
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 3 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • black pepper, to taste
  • juice of 1/2 lemon
4.5/5 (33 Votes)

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Simple and easy macaroni and cheese in the pressure cooker

  • 1 package elbow macaroni or shells, 16 ounces
  • 4 cups water
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons dry mustard
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 cans evaporated milk, 12 ounces
  • 2 cups sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
4.4/5 (42 Votes)

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1.Place a saucepan on the heat, and heat up the olive oil

  • INGREDIENTS
  • 5 oz orzo. Cook it according to the packet instructions, but DON’T overcook it – drained, rinsed with cold water, and set aside
  • extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 large clove garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 onion, very finely chopped
  • 2 Tbsp tomato paste
  • 1/2 tsp curry powder
  • a pinch of ground cinnamon
  • 10 mushrooms, chopped into small pieces
  • salt to taste
  • flat leaf parsley, chopped, for garnishing
  • a wedge of lemon (optional
4.3/5 (30 Votes)

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In a small bowl, mix lemon peel, parsley and garlic

  • SAUCE:
  • 3 teaspoons grated lemon peel
  • 2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 8 ounces uncooked fettuccine
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, cubed
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 plum tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
  • Grated Parmesan cheese, optional
4.7/5 (22 Votes)

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A delicious and easy to fix dish with seasoned grilled salmon, garlic, olive oil and vodka marinara sauce

  • Seasonings:
  • 3/4 Salmon ~ 3/4 lb
  • Rigatoni - Barilla (one box)
  • 1/4 Oil ~ 1/4 cup
  • to ~ several cloves (or to taste)
  • Vodka Marinara Sauce - Bertolli
  • Basil - preferably a fresh sprig
  • to - sprinkle to taste
  • sea salt
  • cracked black pepper
  • garlic and herb or other favorite grill seasoning
  • Optional:
  • cayenne pepper
  • chicken broth
  • diced tomatoes - Hunt's diced Italian with Basil and Garlic
4.6/5 (20 Votes)

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Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to the boil

  • 1 pound of potato gnocchi (fresh or frozen)
  • 4 slices of streaky bacon
  • 3 TBS of butter
  • 10 large free range eggs
  • fine seasalt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 TBS water
  • 3 TBS snipped fresh chives
  • freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano to taste
4.4/5 (37 Votes)

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Saute ground beef, onion, and green bell pepper in a large skillet until onion is tender and beef is lightly browne...

  • 1 pound lean ground beef (ground chuck or ground round)
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped, about 1/2 cup
  • 1 can (14.5) ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried leaf basil, crumbled
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried leaf oregano, crumbled
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder or small clove garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 8 ounces ziti or elbow macaroni, cooked and drained
  • 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
4.7/5 (23 Votes)

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Instructions For the Filling: Prepare the filling by combining all ingredients thoroughly and refrigerating until...

  • Fresh egg pasta:
  • 3 cups unbleached all purpose flour, plus more for dusting
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tsp. extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • Cheese Filling:
  • 8 ounces goat cheese
  • 1/3 cup grated Parmesan (plus more for garnish)
  • 1/4 cup mascarpone cheese
  • 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh basil
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Suggested Serving Sauce (or simply use your favourite tomato sauce):
  • 1 tsp. olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 20-30 cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
  • 2 Tbsp. 10% cream (half and half) – optional
  • 1-2 cups fresh baby spinach
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Freshly grated Parmesan for garnish
4.4/5 (44 Votes)

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Ready in less than 30 minutes! This delicious Italian skillet dinner features orzo, pork sausage, vegetables and to...

  • 1 cup uncooked orzo or rosamarina pasta, about 6 1/2 ounce
  • 1 (11-ounce) bag frozen healthy colors market blend vegetables
  • 1 pound Italian pork sausage links, cut into 1/2 inch slices
  • 1 (14-1/2 ounce) can fire roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese, about 3 ounces
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, if desired
4.6/5 (24 Votes)

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