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Hit-the-Road Sandwiches

2/3 c. shredded Cheddar cheese
1/2 c. deli ham, chopped
1 carrot, peeled and shredded
1 stalk celery, chopped
2 to 3 t. sweet pickle relish
1/3 c. sliced green olives
8-oz. container spreadable cream
    cheese with chives, softened
1 loaf sliced whole-wheat bread

Combine shredded cheese, ham, carrot, celery, pickle relish and olives in a bowl; mix well and set aside. Spread each slice of bread with cream cheese on one side and sprinkle with about 1/3 cup shredded cheese mixture. Top with another slice of bread. Trim off crusts, if desired; slice each sandwich into quarters. Wrap with plastic wrap and refrigerate several hours or overnight. Serves 6.

 

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Sensational Sirloin Kabobs 

1/4 c. soy sauce
3 T. brown sugar, packed
3 T. white vinegar
1/2 t. garlic powder
1/2 t. seasoned salt
1/2 t. garlic pepper
1/2 c. lemon-lime soda
2 lbs. beef sirloin steak,
    cut into 1-1/2 inch cubes
2 green peppers, cubed
2 yellow peppers, cubed
1/2 lb. mushrooms, stems removed
1 pt. cherry tomatoes
cooked rice

Combine soy sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, seasonings and soda in a bowl; mix well and set aside. Arrange steak in a large plastic zipping bag. Pour soy sauce mixture over steak, reserving 1/2 cup for basting. Seal and refrigerate for 8 hours to overnight. Alternately thread steak, peppers, mushrooms and tomatoes onto skewers. Place on a lightly greased grill over high heat. Grill for about 10 minutes, turning occasionally, to desired doneness. Baste frequently with reserved marinade during the last 5 minutes of cooking. Serve over cooked rice. Serves 6 to 8.

 

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Step-by-Step: Slow-Cooker Barbacoa

No need to head to a Mexican restaurant for dinner tonight. Whip up a batch of your own zesty Slow-Cooker Barbacoa, from this recipe in our cookbook, Slow Cooking All Year 'Round !

 

Doesn't that look delicious? Let's get started!

 

This spicy shredded beef was shared with us by Aimee Shugarman of Liberty Township, Ohio. Aimee writes...

"My husband challenged me to create this spicy dish. Not only did I exceed his expectations, but I also ended up with a recipe that is so easy to prepare in the slow cooker! You can adjust the heat in the dish by increasing or decreasing amount of chipotle peppers you add. We like to serve it with cilantro-lime rice."

 

Here's what you'll need to make it...

Ingredients:

• 3 to 4-lb. beef chuck roast
• 3 bay leaves
• 1 c. cider vinegar
• juice of 2 limes
• 3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, drained
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 T. ground cumin
• 1 T. dried oregano
• 1-1/2 t. salt
• 1-1/2 t. pepper
• 1/2 t. ground cloves
• 1 c. chicken broth
• flour tortillas
• Toppings: shredded Colby Jack cheese, shredded lettuce, guacamole



Start by placing the chuck roast and bay leaves in a large slow cooker.



Next, In a food processor or blender, combine the vinegar, lime juice, chipotle peppers, garlic, cumin, oregano, salt, pepper and ground cloves.



Process on high until smooth. If you'd like a milder flavor, feel free to adjust the amount of peppers you use.

Pour this mixture and chicken broth over the roast.



Cover and cook on low setting for 6 to 8 hours, until the roast is fork-tender.

When the beef is done, remove it to a platter and shred it with 2 forks.



Return the beef to the slow cooker to keep warm.

So delicious in tacos, burritos, on nachos or served over rice...try it today!





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Featured Recipes from our Beefy Round-Up!

 

 

FEATURED RECIPES FROM OUR
BEEF RECIPE ROUND-UP!

In this week's post, we're sharing a sampling of dishes from our Recipe Round-Up...visit the original post to see them all!

 

Mini Breakfast Casseroles
from Diddles & Dumplings

 

Pepper Potts' Stuffed Peppers
from Mom on Timeout

 

Slow-Cooker Pineapple Meatballs
from Growing up Gabel

 

Taco Crescent Bake ~ Lightened
by Composed By Grace

 

Davy Crockett Pockets
from Kandy's Kitchen Kreations

8 Great Burgers
from Much Ado About Lou

 

BBQ Beef Biscuits
from Our Table for 7

 

French Dip Sandwiches
from Margaret's Morsels

 

Oven Beef Stew
from Turnips 2 Tangerines

 

Sneaky Spaghetti Sauce (Packed With Veggies)
from Mommy's Kitchen

 

Thanks to EVERYONE who linked up this week! One of the reasons we love hosting is that it gives us a chance to discover NEW blogs and see what you're all cooking up...we appreciate all of you sharing with us. 

When you browse the blogs who linked up this week, you're bound to find something yummy. Come visit us next Wednesday for another Recipe Round-Up...join in with a link to YOUR blog
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Rounding Up Beefy Family Favorites!

Most families' grocery lists include ground beef, stew beef, a plump roast to pop in the slow cooker or another version of this hearty ingredient. Maybe you have a secret-ingredient spaghetti sauce or a beef stew that always warms 'em up on cold, wintry days? Today we're looking for YOUR favorite recipes using this kitchen staple!

So, tell us...

What are your favorite recipes using BEEF?
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(More of a chicken lover? Be sure to come back next week!)

 

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This super-easy recipe appears in our cookbook, 101 Easy, Everyday Recipes and your family will love it!

Easy Skillet Lasagna
Terri McClure of Hilliard, Ohio, shared this recipe with us. She writes, "My husband often requests this recipe, and sometimes, he even helps prepare it! Tastes great with ground turkey too."

1-1/2 T. olive oil
1/2 green pepper, finely chopped
1 onion, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
16-oz. jar spaghetti sauce
1 lb. ground beef, browned and drained
6 lasagna noodles, cooked and cut in half
12-oz. container small-curd cottage cheese
4 slices mozzarella cheese
1/2 c. grated Parmesan cheese

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté green pepper, onion and garlic until tender; drain. Transfer to a bowl; stir in spaghetti sauce and browned beef. In skillet, layer 1/3 of sauce mixture, half the lasagna noodles, half the cottage cheese, 2 slices of mozzarella and half the Parmesan. Repeat layers. Top with remaining sauce, making sure to cover all noodles. Cover and simmer over medium-low heat for 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand for 10 minutes before uncovering and serving. Serves 4.

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What's Cooking in YOUR Kitchen?

Whether this week has been hectic & busy or you've been able to relax and enjoy yourself, we'd love to hear what you've cooked up in the last week or so. Let's share our latest kitchen creations today...we know you've got something yummy bubbling away in the oven or simming on the stove!

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We're filming a video for this recipe this week...it originally appeared in
our cookbook, 101 Cozy Casseroles, and is an office favorite!  

Meatball Sub Casserole
Christi Miller of New Paris, Pennsylvania, shared this recipe with us. Her family loves it with a big green salad and garlic bread...delicious!

1 loaf Italian bread, cut into
    1-inch thick slices
8-oz. pkg. cream cheese,
    softened
1/2 c. mayonnaise
1 t. Italian seasoning
1/4 t. pepper
2 c. shredded mozzarella
    cheese, divided
1-lb. pkg. frozen meatballs,
    thawed
28-oz. jar pasta sauce
1 c. water

Arrange bread slices in a single layer in an ungreased 13"x9" baking pan; set aside. In a bowl, combine cream cheese, mayonnaise and seasonings; spread over bread slices. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup cheese; set aside. Gently mix together meatballs, spaghetti sauce and water; spoon over cheese. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Serves 4.

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What's Simmering in YOUR Slow Cooker?

Snowy winter days spent braving the wind and chill are here, and there's no better time to come home to a slow-simmered supper. Meals like this are how comfort food got its name, isn't it? Whether it's a hearty pot roast, a sippable soup or something spicy to warm you to your toes, we'd love for you to add it today. 

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This recipe was published in our cookbook, 101 Slow-Cooker Recipes,
and is a great way to chase the chill away.  

Chipotle Shredded Beef
Lisa Bett of Thousand Oaks, California shared this recipe with us. She writes, "My family asks for this often and it smells so good while it's cooking! Add a side of beans and dinner is served."

2-1/2 lb. beef chuck roast,
    trimmed
14-oz. can diced tomatoes
7-oz. can chipotle sauce
4-oz. can diced green chiles
1 onion, chopped
2 T. chili powder
1 t. ground cumin
2 c. beef broth
salt and pepper to taste
6 to 8 6-inch corn tortillas,
    warmed
Garnish: shredded Cheddar
    cheese, shredded lettuce,
    sliced black olives, chopped tomato

Place roast in a slow cooker. Top with remaining ingredients except tortillas and garnish. Cover and cook on low setting for 8 to 10 hours. With 2 forks, shred roast in slow cooker; stir well. Spoon into warmed tortillas; add desired garnishes. Makes 6 to 8 servings.

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Keeping Christmas Quick & Easy!

If you're like us, once the calendar reads December, it's off to the races to plan all the festivities of Christmas!

From a quick snack while wrapping gifts to an easy holiday dinner with family, we always want to make time to share the fun & food of the season. That's what Quick & Easy Christmas is all about!

This week's Menu of the Week features recipes that come together in a flash, but are special enough to be part of this most merry celebration.

With chapters covering everything from open house appetizers and sweets to share to breakfast on Christmas morning and dinner with the whole family, Quick & Easy Christmas is one you'll turn to when time is short and there's fun to be had!

This week, you'll get a half-dozen sample recipes from this bestseller and, as always, when you follow us on Twitter, you'll get an additional recipe EVERY DAY of the week. Can't wait for more?  Visit our Recipe Collection and find lots more from Quick & Easy Christmas there!

 

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Secret Trail Cheese Ball
Shared by Becca Jones from Jackson, Tennessee

Chicky Popovers
Shared by Deanna Lyons from Roswell, Georgia

Buffalo Chicken Soup
Shared by Anna McMaster from Portland, Oregon

Tangy Ham Steaks
Shared by Stephanie Mayer from Portsmouth, Virginia

Mr. Dillon's Prime Rib
Shared by Terry Dillon from Parma, Ohio

Shelle's Millionaire Pie
Shared by Michelle Caldwell from Totz, Kentucky

 

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Looking Forward to a Homemade Christmas?

Gingerbread cookies are baking in the oven, the kids are stringing popcorn garlands and everyone secretly making a little something for someone special. A homemade holiday is the best, isn't it?

With Thanksgiving behind us, we're all looking forward to celebrating the merriest season of the year, starting with this week's Menu of the Week from  Homemade Christmas. 

Below, you'll find a sampling of recipes to enjoy, and as always, when you follow us on Twitter, you'll get an additional recipe EVERY DAY of the week. Can't wait for more?  Visit our Recipe Collection and find lots more from Homemade Christmas there!

 

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Nan's Cinnamon Rolls
Shared by Ann Lyons from Ontario, Canada

Chill-Chaser Chicken Soup
Shared by Cheryl McIntosh from Middletown, Indiana

Brown Sugar-Glazed Ham
Shared by Jo Ann from Gooseberry Patch

Big Butterflies & Mushrooms
Shared by Isolda Crockett from Mossville, Illinois

Sweet-and-Sour Brisket
Shared by Beth Shaeffer from Greenwood, Indiana

Mocha Pudding Cake
Shared by Lanita Anderson from Chesapeake, Virginia

 

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Six Speedy Suppers to Save You Time!

When it comes to dinner, busy families are looking for tried & true recipes filled with homemade flavor, without the fuss. The cookbook featured in our latest Menu of the Week has recipes to fit the busiest schedules...Speedy Suppers is filled with recipes made in 30 minutes or less!

A satisfying meal is never far away with these beat-the-clock recipes...this week, we're sharing a sampling just for you! As always, when you follow us on Twitter, you'll get an additional recipe EVERY DAY of the week. Can't wait for more?  Visit our Recipe Collection and find lots more from Speedy Suppers there!

 

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Tex Mex Scramble
From Kathy Grashoff of Fort Wayne, Indiana

Buffalo Chicken Pizza
From Kris Coburn of Dansville, New York

Quick & Spicy Shrimp Linguine
From Laurel Perry of Loganville, Georgia

Beefy Potato Cakes
From Zoe Bennett of Columbia, South Carolina

Santa Fe Pork Cutlets
From Beverly Ray of Brandon, Florida

Ice Cream Sandwich Cake
From Mecca McIntyre of Rebecca, Georgia

 

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Enjoy Autumn in the Country!

Ever want to retreat to a little cabin in the woods, watch the leaves fall and just get away from it all? Quiet days like this were the inspiration for our cookbook, Autumn in the Country.

We're nearing the end of October and before we know it, the holiday whirlwind will begin, if it hasn't already! In this week's Menu of the Week, we're sharing recipes that we hope capture that feeling of slowing down to enjoy every moment, whether it's a hearty bowl of soup, a still-warm slice of homemade cake or a heartfelt chat with a friend.

As always, when you follow us on Twitter, you'll get an additional recipe EVERY DAY of the week. Can't wait for more?  Visit our Recipe Collection and find lots more from Autumn in the Country there!

 

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Old-Timey Drop Doughnuts
from Sharon Crider from Junction City, Kansas

Tangy Cranberry Meatballs
from Luanne Cook from Dallas, Texas

White Minestrone
from Susanne Grace from Franklinville, New Jersey

Rosemary Chicken & Tomatoes
from Vickie

Apricot-Glazed Baked Ham
from Debbie Donaldson from Florala, Alabama

Pumpkin Gingerbread Cake
from Glenna Tooman from Boise, Idaho

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Menu of the Week: Autumn with Family & Friends

Whether you're spending your weekends cheering on the hometeam, getting ready to gather with friends for neighborhood trick-or-treat or just enjoying a quiet autumn evening at home with your family, this week's Menu of the Week delivers just the recipes you'll need!

Autumn with Family & Friends covers every meal from breakfast, lunch & dinner to special occassions like parties and even Thanksgiving! With a chapter of warm fall memories to really get you in the mood to celebrate, this cookbook is sure to come in handy this time of year and all year 'round! 

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Maple Cream Coffee Treat
Shared by Tonya Lewis from Scottsburg, Indiana

Too Good To Stop Spread
Shared by Denise Reich from Acampo, California

Slow-Cooker Steak Chili
Shared by Mignonne Gardner from Pleasant Grove, Utah

Homemade Turkey Pot Pie
Shared by Sarah Sullivan from Andrews, North Carolina

Granny's Apple Dressing
Shared by Geneva Rogers from Gillette, Wyoming

Pumpkin Whoopie Pies
Shared by Vickie

 

 

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Make it a Homemade Harvest This Year!

There’s so much to look forward to when fall arrives! Whether you’re spending the bright days among the changing leaves or enjoying crisp evenings around a crackling fire, our latest Menu of the Week features a bounty of recipes to share with those near and dear to you!

Selected from  Homemade Harvest, each captures the taste of autumn. You'll find party-perfect recipes, hearty main dishes your family will love and a few desserts for a sweet ending to any meal. 

As always, when you follow us on Twitter, you'll get an additional recipe EVERY DAY of the week. Can't wait for more?  Visit our Recipe Collection and find lots more from Homemade Harvest there!

 

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Autumn Apple-Cheddar Chicken

Italian-Style Pot Roast

Candied Pecan Carrots

Monster Munch

Warm Fall Lemon Cake

Raspberry Crumb Cookie Bars

 

 

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Goodies for Game Day Get-Togethers

 

Whether you're a super-fan who wears your team's colors every weekend or if you just like to host a gameday get-together for the fun, friends and food, this week's Recipe Round-Up is sure to hit the spot!

We love a good party, and tailgating celebrations seem to offer particularly yummy menus...dips & spreads, little meatballs & sausages, brownies & cookies and so much more. We love it all!

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What are your favorite TAILGATING recipes?
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From 101 Easy Entertaining Recipes, these little burgers are a deliciously hearty game-day goodie...they'll help tide you over, while still leaving plenty of room for everything else!

Incredible Mini-Burger Bites
Megan Besch of Omaha, Nebraska, shared this recipe with us. She writes, "My family adores these...yours will too! We make them for football parties and summertime get-togethers."

2 lbs. lean ground beef
1-1/2 oz. pkg. onion
    soup mix
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 c. dry bread
    crumbs
3 T. water
1/2 t. garlic salt
1 t. pepper
24 dinner rolls, split
6 slices American cheese,
    quartered
Garnish: catsup, mustard,
    shredded lettuce, thinly
    sliced onion, dill pickles

Mix first 7 ingredients in a bowl; refrigerate for an hour. Spread meat mixture over a large, greased baking sheet. Cover with plastic wrap and roll out evenly with a rolling pin. Discard plastic wrap; bake at 400 degrees for 12 minutes. Slice into 24 squares with a pizza cutter. Top each roll with a burger square, a quarter cheese slice and garnish as desired. Makes 24 mini sandwiches.

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What are YOU Slow-Cooking this Fall?

This time of year, we can all use a little less time in the kitchen and a little MORE enjoying the first sunny days of fall with family & friends. What could be better than coming home to a dinner that's been simmering away all day? Today, we're looking for your never-fail, everyone-loves-it, tastes-like-fall, slow-cooked recipes! 

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One of our favorite sandwiches of all time, this version of the classic from Slow-Cooker Recipes is made a little healthier with ground turkey and whole wheat buns...give it a try!  

Aunt B's Sloppy Joes
Bryna Dunlap of Muskogee, Oklahoma originally shared this recipe with us. She writes, "For a quick & easy meal, ladle leftovers over cooked rotini pasta!"

3 lbs. ground turkey
1 c. onion, chopped
1 c. green pepper, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1-1/2 c. catsup
1/2 c. water
1/4 c. mustard
1/4 c. cider vinegar
1/4 c. Worcestershire sauce
1 T. chili powder
10 whole-wheat hamburger
    buns, split

In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground turkey, onion, green pepper and garlic until browned and tender; drain. Combine in a slow cooker with remaining ingredients except buns. Cover and cook on low setting for 6 to 8 hours, or on high setting for 3 to 4 hours. Spoon into buns. Makes about 10 sandwiches.

 

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A Menu for Your Slow Cooker!

Whether you're busy driving kids back and forth to school and after-school activities, have your hands full with preserving the last of your summer garden or would rather spend your time decorating for fall, you'll be especially glad to see this Menu of the Week!

Selected from our cookbook, Slow-Cooker Recipes, it's a half-dozen recipes that all cook while you're away. We've included mostly mains that you can try throughout the week, but we've also thrown in a tasty dessert that your family will love. It's so easy to surprise them with something special, thanks to our best friend in the kitchen, the slow cooker!

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Fiesta Chicken Pronto

Honey Mustard Short-Ribs

Oh-So-Easy Lasagna

Herb-Roasted Turkey

Hearty Red Beans & Rice

Cozy Apple Bread Pudding

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6 Easy, Everyday Recipes for Your Menu!

Who doesn't love a meal that's simple to shop for and comes together in a snap? That's exactly what you'll find in 101 Easy, Everyday Recipes, especially handy at this busy back-to-school time of year!

Inside the cookbook, you'll find two chapters full of main dishes - 20 stovetop suppers plus 20 oven-baked dinners - plus 3 more chapters covering breakfast, sides and desserts. For our Menu of the Week, we've gathered a sampling from each chapter and, since it's part of our photography series, you'll get a peek at the recipes before you even get out a spoon for stirring!

Mix & match for breakfast, lunch or dinner this week and, whether you try one or try them all, we hope they inspire you to try something new. As always, when you follow us on Twitter, you'll get an additional recipe EVERY DAY of the week. Can't wait for more? Visit our Recipe Collection and find plenty more to sample from 101 Easy, Everyday Recipes there!

 

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Savory Breakfast Pancakes

 

  Sunday Meatball Skillet

 

 

Parmesan Baked Chicken

 

 

Chili & Biscuits

 

Ripe Tomato Tart

 

Root Beer Float Cake

 

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Best Back to School Recipes from YOU!

While back-to-school is an exciting time for families, the schedule changes can be challenging. We all want to feed them something hot & hearty but, between homework and earlier bedtimes, we don't have as much time as we like for prep and cooking.

That's where those never-fail, ready-in-a-snap recipes come in handy...don't forget the slow-cooker favorites too! Whether you can make it ahead, simmer it while you're away or whip it up in a flash, we're looking for the dinnertime recipes you turn to at this time of year.

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This recipe simmers all day while the kids are in school and it's easy to serve up between homework and bedtime! It appears in our cookbook,
101 Homestyle Favorites.

Slow-Cooker Sloppy Joes
This recipe comes from Denise Oravecz of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She writes, "Start this in the morning, then relax...dinner will be ready when you are!" Even if you don't have school-aged kids, everyone loves sloppy joes.

1-1/2 lbs. ground beef
1 c. onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
3/4 c. catsup
1/2 c. green pepper, chopped
1/2 c. celery, chopped
1/4 c. water
1 T. brown sugar, packed
2 T. mustard
2 T. vinegar
2 T. Worcestershire sauce
1-1/2 t. chili powder
6 to 8 hamburger buns, toasted
Optional: pickle slices

In a skillet over medium heat, brown beef, onion and garlic; drain and set aside. Combine remaining  ingredients except buns and pickle slices in a slow cooker; stir in beef mixture. Cover; cook on low setting for 6 to 8 hours. Spoon onto buns; garnish with pickle slices, if desired. Serves 6 to 8.

 

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Wondering What's for Dinner this week?

We've all heard those three little words, "What's for dinner?" and as we peeked into the pantry, were faced with a familiar challenge...whipping up something tasty from nothing much!

Our latest Menu of the Week comes from a cookbook that recalls the familiar phrase and in What's for Dinner?, you'll find hundreds of recipes made from pantry ingredients and staples you almost always have on hand. They're sure to answer that age-old question and have them coming back for more!

We've picked a half dozen recipes that you can mix & match this week. Whether you try 1 or try them all, we just hope they inspire you to cook up something tasty this week.

As always, when you follow us on Twitter, you'll get an additional recipe EVERY DAY of the week. Can't wait for more? Visit our Recipe Collection and find plenty more to sample from What's for Dinner? there!

 

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Herb Grilled Steak

Tropical Chicken

Sweet Onion & Zucchini Bake

Mushroom Crust Quiche

Cottage Salad

California Peach Pie

 

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6 Cozy Casseroles You'll Love!

This week's Menu of the Week comes from a brand new cookbook that's packed with full-color photos...101 Cozy Casseroles!

Filled with tried & true dishes that are easy to make, inexpensive and family-friendly, it's just right for busy moms with kids headed back to school and anyone else who loves the ultimate comfort food...casseroles!

You'll see in the sample recipes below that these aren't your typical casseroles either...you're sure to find some new twists that your family will love. Try 'em out and if you do, come back and leave a comment...we'd love to hear how everything turned out!

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Taco-Filled Pasta Shells

Zucchini Boats

 

Hearty Breakfast Casserole

 

Supreme Pizza Casserole

 

Warm & Wonderful
Chicken Salad

 

Pineapple Casserole

 

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Christmas in July?

It's been so sweltering recently, we thought we have a little fun with this week's Menu of the Week...how about a little Christmas in July?

No matter what time of year, welcoming family & friends to our kitchens is one of our favorite things about the holidays, and even without a single snowflake on the ground, we know you'll enjoy the recipes from Christmas with Family & Friends. 

We hope you'll enjoy mixing & matching these recipes and, if you try any of them, be sure to come back and leave a comment...we'd love to hear how everything turned out! As always, when you follow us on Twitter, you'll get an additional recipe EVERY DAY of the week. Can't wait for more? Visit our Recipe Collection and find plenty to sample from Christmas with Family & Friends.

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Friendship Quiche

Warm Gorgonzola Dip
& Garlic Cheese Bread

Cabin Salad

Fancy Pants Chicken

Stuffed Pepper Casserole

Friendship Peppermint Mud Pie

 

 

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