Looking for a fresh new idea for a summertime salad? Try this wonderful Antipasto Salad as an entree or side. 1 head Romaine lettuce, torn into 1-inch pieces 3 Roma tomatoes, diced 1/2 lb. provolone cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes 1 cup black olives, pitted 1/4 lb. pepperoni slices 1 small green pepper, diced 1/2 [...]
Posted in Salads, Vegetables/Side Dishes | Tagged antipasto, antipasto salad, cooking connections, Italian dressing, kraft recipes, perfect 10 cookbooks
This sweet corn bread is part pineapple upside down cake and part corn bread. Excellent with grilled chicken, pork or seafood. 1/4 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup butter, cut into cubes 1 (1 lb.) can crushed pineapple, drained 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 cup corn meal 1/4 cup sugar 2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 [...]
Posted in Breads, Cakes, Comfort Zone, Vegetables/Side Dishes | Tagged corn bread, kraft recipes, perfect 10 cookbooks, pineapple bread
These beautiful Yukon Golds are roasted to a crisp perfection. Seasoned with oregano and lemon zest, they are finished with Greek flavors of feta cheese and kalamata olives. A wonderful compliment to roasted chicken. 1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil 1 Tbsp. butter 2 lbs. Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into wedges 4 medium [...]
Posted in Casseroles, Comfort Zone, Pasta/Rice/Potato, Vegetables/Side Dishes | Tagged feta cheese, Greek potatoes, kalamata olives, kraft recipes, perfect 10 cookbooks, roasted potatoes, Yukon Gold
Many believe that eating black-eyed peas will bring good fortune and luck for the New Year. Here is our spicy Black-Eyed Pea recipe that is sure to bring lots of rave reviews. 2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil 1 onion, diced 3-4 cloves garlic, minced 1 jalapeno pepper, minced with seeds 1 pkg. smoked sausage, [...]
Posted in Casseroles, Holidays, Pork, Soups, Vegetables/Side Dishes | Tagged beans, Black-eyed peas, perfect 10 cookbooks, smoked sausage, soups
Here’s a delicious, easy turkey gravy to complement your holiday table. Drippings from turkey roasting pan 1 – 1 1/2 cups chicken broth 1/2 cup dry white wine 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. pepper 2 Tbsp. cornstarch 1/4 cup cold water Pour drippings from roasting pan into 2-quart saucepan. Add white wine and enough chicken broth to [...]
Posted in Cooking Tips, Holidays, Uncategorized, Vegetables/Side Dishes | Tagged kraft recipes, perfect 10 cookbooks, turkey gravy, white wine gravy
Cherry tomatoes stuffed with crunchy bacon and lettuce dip. Just pop them in your mouth! 1 lb. sweet cherry tomatoes 1 cup mayonnaise 1 (8 oz.) sour cream 1 lb. bacon, cooked and chopped 4 Romaine lettuce leaves, washed and dried Salt and pepper to taste Wash tomatoes and slice off tops. Scoop out pulp [...]
Posted in Appetizers, Vegetables/Side Dishes | Tagged bacon and tomato, BLT appetizer, kraft recipes, perfect 10 cookbooks, poppers
A perfect side dish for your holiday table. Sweet and crunchy baby carrots spiced with a touch of rum. 2 lbs. baby carrots 1/4 tsp. fresh thyme 2/3 cup orange marmalade 2 Tbsp. brown sugar 2 Tbsp. butter 3 Tbsp. spiced rum 1/2 cup pecans, chopped and toasted Toast chopped pecans by placing them in skillet over medium [...]
Posted in Holidays, Vegetables/Side Dishes | Tagged baby carrots, candied carrots, kraft recipes, marmalade, perfect 10 cookbooks
Oh, the comfort of a homemade vegetable soup! Fill your home with its wonderful aroma as it simmers away on the stove. All you need is hot, crusty bread. 2 cups chicken broth (not fat-free) 2 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped 1 medium onion, diced 2 carrots, sliced thin 4 ears fresh corn, cut from [...]
Posted in Comfort Zone, Soups, Vegetables/Side Dishes | Tagged kraft recipes, perfect 10 cookbooks, vegetable soup
This recipe is from KC Masterpiece owner, Rich Davis. He served it some years ago at a Presidential Debate luncheon held in Kansas City. 2 lbs. small red new potatoes Chicken broth to cover 2/3 cup chopped sweet white onion 1/2 cup celery, minced 1/2 cup dill pickle, minced 1/4 cup chopped hard cooked eggs [...]
Posted in Celebrity Chef Recipes, Pasta/Rice/Potato, Restaurant Recipes, Salads, Vegetables/Side Dishes | Tagged KC Masterpiece recipes, kraft recipes, perfect 10 cookbooks, potato salad, red new potato salad
The perfect side for all of your fall soups, stews and casseroles. These are best served hot from the oven. 5 Tbsp. unsalted butter, melted and cooled plus 1 Tbsp. softened, for brushing muffin cups 2 cups cornmeal (preferably stone-ground) 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. baking soda 1 Tbsp. sugar 3/4 [...]
Posted in Breads, Vegetables/Side Dishes | Tagged cheddar muffins, corn muffins, honey butter, jalapeno butter, kraft recipes, perfect 10 cookbooks