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Rounding Up Memorial Day Recipes!

This weekend will bring the unofficial kickoff of summertime and while we're celebrating and remembering heroes in our families, we know that you'll be doing the same...and enjoying something yummy to eat too! Whether you're headed to a hometown parade, celebrating with a backyard cookout or gathering for a picnic in the park, we'd love to hear what's on your menu.

So tell us...

What are your favorite MEMORIAL DAY recipes?
Share 'em all in today's Recipe Round-Up!

 

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Picnic-perfect, this recipe from Everyday Simple Suppers is a fruity twist on chicken salad...made with turkey and plenty of crunch!

 

Apricot-Cashew Salad Sandwiches
Thanks to Rhonda Reeder from Ellicott City, Maryland, who shared this family-favorite recipe with us. 

2 c. cooked turkey, diced
1 Granny Smith apple, peeled, cored and diced
1 c. celery, chopped
1/4 c. dried apricots, finely chopped
1/4 c. cashews, chopped
1/2 c. mayonnaise
1/4 c. sour cream
2 T. apricot preserves
1/4 t. ground ginger
1/8 t. nutmeg
1/8. pepper
8 slices sandwich bread
4 lettuce leaves

Toss together turkey, apple, celery, apricots and cashews in a large bowl set aside. Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, preserves, ginger, nutmeg and pepper in a separate bowl; spoon over turkey mixture and fold in until well blended. Spoon evenly onto 4 slices of bread. Top with lettuce leaf and remaining bread slices. Makes 4 sandwiches.

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Butter Rum Muffins
Diana Krol from Nickerson, Kansas, shared this recipe with us. She writes, "My grandson, Kanon, loves this breakfast treat...I think you will too!"

2/3 c. butter, softened
1-1/3 c. sugar
4 eggs, beaten
2 T. baking powder
1/4 t. salt
1 t. butter flavoring
1 t. rum extract
2 c. milk
4 c. all-purpose flour
12-oz. pkg. butterscotch chips

In a large bowl, blend together butter, sugar and eggs. Mix in baking powder, salt and flavorings. Alternately mix in milk and flour; fold in chips. Divide evenly into greased muffin cups, filling 2/3 full. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 to 20 minutes, until a toothpick tests done. Makes 3 dozen.

 

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Rounding Up Sizzling Skillet Recipes!

With the seasoning just perfect after years of use, Vickie's loves her cast-iron skillet, handed down from her mom. It's her go-to for making Sunday breakfast, sizzling pork chops and even pizza! Whether you use an heirloom like Vickie's, have seasoned your own cast-iron skillet or just love a good skillet meal, this week's Recipe Round-Up is for you!

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Filled with sausage, mushrooms, pepperoni and plenty of cheese, this deep-dish pizza has an amazing crust...the secret is baking it in a cast-iron skillet! Vickie shares her secret to using cast iron, and handy tips on how to keep it clean and well seasoned.

 

Deep-Dish Skillet Pizza
Shared by Linda Kilgore from Kittanning, Pennsylvania,
this recipe appears in our cookbook, Rush-Hour Recipes.

1 loaf frozen bread dough, thawed
1 to 2 15-oz. jars pizza sauce
1/2 lb. ground pork sausage, browned and drained
5-oz. pkg. sliced pepperoni
1/2 c. sliced mushrooms
1/2 c. green pepper, sliced
Italian seasoning to taste
1 c. shredded mozzarella cheese
1 c. shredded Cheddar cheese

Generously grease a large cast-iron skillet. Press thawed dough into the bottom and up the sides of skillet. Spread desired amount of pizza sauce over dough. Add favorite toppings, ending with cheeses on top. Bake at 425 degrees for 30 minutes. Carefully remove skillet from oven. Let stand several minutes; pizza will finish baking in the skillet. Cut into wedges to serve. Serves 4.

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Here's a sample recipe from this cookbook...enjoy! 

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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Your Favorite Recipes, Just for Mom!

This Sunday is Mother's Day and whether you're the guest of honor or lucky enough to spend it with your own mom, the occasion calls for some of Mom's favorites. We love any occasion to get together with family & friends, but Mother's Day adds a certain sweetness to any gathering...what's on YOUR menu for Sunday?

Share your picks for Mother's Day...

What are your favorite recipes to make JUST FOR MOM?
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This recipe appears in our cookbook, Coming Home with Gooseberry Patch, and makes a delicious addition to brunch, lunch or dinner -- no matter what time of year you're celebrating!

Chicken & Cheddar Purses

1-1/4 c. cooked chicken, diced
1 c. shredded Cheddar cheese
3-oz. pkg. cream cheese, softened
3 T. mayonnaise
1/4 c. celery, thinly sliced
1/4 c. green onion, sliced
1 T. pimento, chopped
1/2 t. garlic salt
1/8 t. pepper
17.3-oz. pkg. frozen puff pastry, thawed
1 egg
1 T. water

Mix together all ingredients except pastry, egg and water; set aside. Unfold thawed pastry on a lightly floured surface. Roll each sheet into a 12”x12” square. Cut six, 6”x6” squares, reserving remaining pastry for another use. Spoon 1/3 cup chicken mixture onto center of each square. Bring 4 corners of pastry to center; twist slightly and press edges to seal, forming a bundle shape. Arrange bundles on an ungreased baking sheet. Whisk together egg and water; brush over bundles. Bake at 400 degrees for 15 to 25 minutes, until golden. Makes 6 servings.

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Step-by-Step: Creamy BLT Dip

 

Crispy bacon and ripe tomatoes are all mixed up
in this creamy dip...even with no lettuce, you'll swear it tastes
just like a classic BLT sandwich!

 

Thanks to Barbara Thurman of Carlyle, Illinois for sharing this simple
and satisfying recipe with us.

You'll find it in our cookbook, 101 Homestyle Favorites.

 

Here's what you'll need to get started...

 

1 lb. bacon, crisply cooked and crumbled
1 c. mayonnaise
1 c. sour cream
2 tomatoes, chopped
Optional: chopped fresh chives

First, cook up your bacon until crisp.

Crumble or chop it in bite-sized pieces.

 

Next, blend together the bacon, mayonnaise and sour cream.

We like to save a little bit of the bacon to sprinkle on top before serving.

Once blended, chill the mixture for about an hour.

 

Stir in tomatoes just before serving, again saving a few to put on top.

Lastly, sprinkle with the reserved bacon and some chopped, fresh chives, if you like.

 

That's it...couldn't be simpler, right?

 

The flavors of bacon and tomato really sing with the uncomplicated
creamy background taste...and it really does taste just like a BLT!

 

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Rounding up Cinco de Mayo Favorites!

Cinco de Mayo is coming up this Sunday, but in our opinion, it's ALWAYS a good time for a Mexican fiesta! Share your favorite appetizer, dip, main dish or dessert inspired by south-of-the-border flavors...we'd love to hear about it.

So tell us...

What are your favorite CINCO DE MAYO FIESTA recipes?
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This recipe appears in our cookbook, 101 Homestyle Favorites, along with 100 more recipes your family will enjoy any day of the year!  

Chicken Taco Salad
Abby Snay from San Francisco, California shared this yummy recipe with us...you'll love the crisp tortilla cups stuffed with yummy ingredients!

 8 6-inch flour tortillas
2 c. cooked chicken breast, shredded
1-1/4 oz. pkg. taco seasoning mix
3/4 c. water
2 c. shredded lettuce
15-1/2 oz. can black beans, drained and rinsed
1-1/2 c. shredded Cheddar cheese
2 tomatoes, chopped
1/2 c. green onion, sliced
15-1/4 oz. can corn, drained
2-1/4 oz. can sliced black olives, drained
1 avocado, pitted, peeled and cubed
Garnish: sour cream, salsa

Microwave tortillas on high setting for one minute, or until softened. Press each tortilla into an ungreased jumbo muffin cup to form a bowl shape. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes; cool. Combine chicken, taco seasoning and water in a skillet over medium heat. Cook, stirring frequently, until blended, about 5 minutes. Divide lettuce among tortilla bowls. Top with chicken and other ingredients, garnishing with a dollop of sour cream and salsa. Makes 8 servings.

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Golden Fortune Egg Rolls

1 lb. ground sausage, browned and drained
2 16-oz. pkgs. coleslaw mix
3 T. fresh ginger, peeled and minced
3 T. garlic, finely chopped
1 t. salt
1 T. pepper
18 to 20 egg roll wrappers
oil for deep frying
Garnish: spicy mustard, sweet-and-sour sauce

Combine browned sausage, coleslaw mix, ginger, garlic, salt and pepper in a large bowl; mix well. Place in a colander and let drain for 15 minutes. Assemble egg rolls according to package directions, using 1/3 cup sausage mixture for each; set aside. Heat 3 inches oil to 375 degrees in a wok, Dutch oven or deep fryer. Fry egg rolls 3 to 4 at a time until golden, about 3 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Serve with sauces for dipping. Makes 18 to 20 servings.

 

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Enjoy Breakfast Anytime? Share Today!

Mmm...nothing beats the smell of bacon & eggs in the morning, and sometimes we even enjoy these morning meals for dinner too! Whether you tend toward sweet or savory, we're gathering up your best breakfast, brunch or "brinner" recipes this week!

So tell us...

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This recipe appears in our cookbook, 101 Breakfast & Brunch Recipes, where you'll find 100 more breakfast recipes that can be enjoyed at any time of day! 

Southern Veggie Brunch Casserole
Jennifer McClure from Lebanon, Indiana, shared this recipe. She writes, "Our family always has this breakfast dish for dinner, and it's fondly called 'brinner' by our two children." 

1 lb. ground pork sausage,
    browned and drained
1/2 c. green onions, chopped
1 green pepper, diced
1 red pepper, diced
1 jalapeño pepper, seeded
    and diced
2 tomatoes, chopped
2 c. shredded mozzarella cheese
1 c. biscuit baking mix
1 doz. eggs, beaten
1 c. milk
1/2 t. dried oregano
1/2 t. salt
1/4 t. pepper

In a greased 3-quart casserole dish, layer sausage, onions, peppers, tomatoes and cheese. In a large bowl, whisk together remaining ingredients; pour over cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 55 to 60 minutes, until set and top is golden. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Serves 6 to 8.

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Rounding Up Your Favorite Smoothie Recipes!

Whether you're trying to add more fruits and veggies to your day or looking for a wholesome breakfast you can enjoy anywhere, smoothies are a delicious solution. We love the super-fruity ones and have recently started enjoying ones with greens like spinach and kale...amazing what a little banana adds to the flavor of these "green monster" smoothies! Have you discovered a favorite concoction?

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This recipe appears in our cookbook, Fresh from the Farmstand, where you'll find a half-dozen more smoothie recipes too! 

Green Monster Smoothie
This recipe (and photo!) comes from our friend, Tina Butler of Mommy's Kitchen. She writes, "Wanting my children to eat helathier, I tried these yummy smoothies filled with bananas, almond milk and spinach. They were a hit!"

1 c. vanilla almond milk
1 to 2 bananas, sliced and frozen
1 c. fresh or frozen spinach
1/2 c. ice
Optional: 1 T. honey

Combine milk, bananas, spinach and ice in a blender; process on high setting until smooth. Add honey if a sweeter taste is desired. Pour into glasses to serve. Makes 3 to 4 servings.

Visit Tina's blog for more step-by-step photos, plus some of her cute kids enjoying this smoothie!

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Bake the Perfect Muffin with our Guest Blogger!

Today, our Gooseberry Patch Guest Blogger series
continues...thanks for stopping by!

Dina from Buttercream Bakehouse is sharing her delicious new spin on a muffin recipe from our cookbook, Gooseberry Patch Christmas, Book 12. Tasty any time of year, her addition of fresh apples take them from yummy to amazing. Take it away, Dina!

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Hi there! My name is Dina and I am the writer, photographer and recipe developer at Buttercream Bakehouse. I started this blog as a hobby a few years back to showcase my custom made cakes. That is my other business and how I got started with baking.

Now that my blog is growing, it's my main focus and I am loving every minute of sharing quality, easy and tasty recipes with my readers.

Gooseberry Patch is a source I go to often and I have written several blog posts showcasing the amazing recipes found in their many cookbooks. I am happy to guest blog today and share yet another stand-out recipe...it's a true keeper.

Morning muffins are a great eat and go breakfast that are delicious and filling. They bake up in a snap and are amazingly versatile. I love fruit muffins, so when I came across this muffin recipe in my Gooseberry Patch Christmas, Book 12 cookbook (yummy recipes for all year 'round!), I decided to make just a slight adjustment and add chunks of apples instead of the raisins it called for.

You can add any fruit you prefer such as golden raisins, currants or dried cranberries. This muffin is extra moist because of the cup of applesauce added to the batter and that also gives it a wonderful apple flavor. The added sweet crunch from the buttery oats and brown sugar streusel adds a nice topping that gives it a down home bite and keeps you craving more. They are simply delicious.

 

A sweet crunchy top with moist baked apples inside.
How can it get any better than this?

Start with your streusel topping ingredients (pictured on the left) and use a pastry blender to mix the ingredients until it resembles fine crumbs.

 

I used Jonagold apples for their honey-like sweetness. You can use any apple variety that are ideal for baking. Click HERE to view an apple chart.

 

The spices bring life to these super-moist muffins and really bring out the apple essence. Mix all your dry ingredients well and add to mixed wet ingredients as stated in the recipe.

 

Be generous when topping your batter with this amazing rich buttery streusel. Think of it as the icing on the cake. You can’t ever have enough.

 

Sweet, delicious apples baked right in make this muffin
taste like apple pie. Delicious.

 

 

Applesauce Muffins with Brown Sugar Streusel
Applesauce makes these muffins super moist. The addition of real chunks of apples baked inside with cinnamon, sugar and nutmeg makes it reminiscent of apple pie. Top it off with a sweet, crunchy oat streusel and you have yourself the perfect muffin. 

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 cup applesauce
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 egg, beaten
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon salt

Streusel:
1/2 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup quick-cooking oats, uncooked
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 jonagold apple

Combine butter, sugar, applesauce and egg in a mixing bowl and beat on low speed until combined. The mixture will look curdled. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves and salt; stir into butter mixture, just until moistened. Stir in diced apples. Fill paper-lined (or sprayed) muffin cups 3/4 full; generously sprinkle with Streusel, about a half-cup each. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes. or until center is firm when touched. Large muffins will take longer than standard sized muffins.

Streusel: Blend all ingredients with a pastry blender until crumbly. This makes a lot, so be generous on your muffins. I put about half a cup or more on each using the large muffin tins.

Adapted from Gooseberry Patch Christmas, Book 12.

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Thanks so much for stopping by today to share
this recipe, Dina...we love your fresh addition!

Join us back here in a few weeks for another guest post, and if YOU would like to contribute, just drop us a note. We'd love to hear about a Gooseberry Patch recipe that you love or that you've tailored especially for your family.

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Butter Rum Muffins
Diana Krol from Nickerson, Kansas, shared this recipe with us. She writes, "My grandson, Kanon, loves this breakfast treat...I think you will too!"

2/3 c. butter, softened
1-1/3 c. sugar
4 eggs, beaten
2 T. baking powder
1/4 t. salt
1 t. butter flavoring
1 t. rum extract
2 c. milk
4 c. all-purpose flour
12-oz. pkg. butterscotch chips

In a large bowl, blend together butter, sugar and eggs. Mix in baking powder, salt and flavorings. Alternately mix in milk and flour; fold in chips. Divide evenly into greased muffin cups, filling 2/3 full. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 to 20 minutes, until a toothpick tests done. Makes 3 dozen.

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Recipe Round-Up: Noodles, Rice and Pasta!

Whether it's Grandma's spaghetti & meatballs, quick & easy chicken & noodles or your own take on Spanish rice, we're looking for your favorite recipes using any of these filling ingredients! 

So, tell us...

What are your favorite NOODLE, PASTA OR RICE recipes?
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This family-friendly recipe from 101 Easy, Everyday Recipes combines the yumminess of macaroni & cheese with tender ham and veggies for a simple and delicious meal you'll definitely want to add to your weekly rotation!

Cheesy Ham & Vegetable Bake
Jackie Flood from Geneseo, New York, shared this recipe with us. She writes, "This is a good way to use up leftover ham and, if you prefer a lighter version, low-fat products work just fine in this recipe!"

1-1/2 c. rotini pasta,
    uncooked
16-oz. pkg. frozen broccoli,
    carrots and cauliflower blend
1/2 c. sour cream
1/2 c. milk
1-1/2 c. shredded Cheddar
    cheese, divided
1-1/2 c. cooked ham, chopped
1/4 c. onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 c. croutons, crushed

Cook pasta according to package directions; add frozen vegetables to cooking water just to thaw. Drain; place mixture in a 2-quart casserole dish that has been sprayed with non-stick vegetable spray. Mix sour cream, milk, one cup cheese, ham, onion and garlic; stir into pasta mixture in dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Sprinkle with croutons and remaining cheese during last 5 minutes of baking. Serves 6.

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Recipe Round-Up: Sandwiches, Wraps, Melts & More

The days are warming up and it'll be picnic weather before we know it. On sunny Sunday afternoons, we love to grab a cozy quilt and pack our basket with a portable lunch to enjoy in the park. Whether you're looking forward to the first picnic of the year or on the hunt for something other than PB & J to pack in the kids' lunchboxes, tell us...

What are your favorite SANDWICH recipes?
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This easy recipe appears in our cookbook, 101 Hearty Recipes, and can be spiced up with banana peppers or even fresh chopped jalapeños!

Santa Fe Sandwiches
Deanne Birkestrand from Minden, Nebraska shared this recipe with us. She suggests, "Add a fresh fruit salad for a quick & tasty meal with friends!"

6 hoagie buns, split
1/2 c. mayonnaise
1/2 c. sour cream
1/2 t. chili powder
1/2 t. ground cumin
1/4 t. salt
6 tomatoes, sliced
8-oz. pkg. deli sliced turkey
1/2 c. sliced black olives
1/3 c. green onions, sliced
3 avocados, pitted, peeled
    and sliced
8-oz. pkg. shredded Cheddar
    cheese
Garnish: shredded lettuce
    and salsa

Arrange hoagie buns open-faced on an ungreased baking sheet; set aside. In a bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sour cream and seasonings; spread over each bun. Equally layer remaining ingredients except garnish in the order listed; bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes. Garnish with lettuce and salsa. Makes 12 servings.

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Homemade Bread 3 Ways with our Guest Blogger!

Today, our Gooseberry Patch Guest Blogger series continues with a collection of recipes that'll add homemade flavor to any meal!

Kelly from Semi Homemade Mom is this week's special guest. She's sharing some of her favorite recipes from one of our cookbooks, plus a bonus recipe of her own that you'll definitely want to hang onto...we sure are.

Take it away, Kelly!

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Hello there Gooseberry Patch readers! I'm Kelly and I blog over at Semi Homemade Mom. Writing a guest post for Gooseberry Patch is a BIG DEAL for me because I've been a fan for many years now.

I love sharing recipes with my readers, with some familiar time-saving shortcuts, in order to get that family fed and avoid the drive through!

One of my all-time favorite Gooseberry Patch cookbooks is Almost Homemade and I'd love to share with you three amazing bread recipes from this versatile book!

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All three of these yummy breads start with simple biscuit baking mix, you know the famous kind in the yellow box? I just posted a recipe for DIY baking mix -- it's cheaper, healthier, and keeps in the fridge for 6 months!

DIY Baking Mix 

6 cups flour
1/4 cup baking powder
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup cold butter

Combine flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt in large food processor. Pulse until fully incorporated. Add in chopped cold butter and process until texture is like coarse crumbs. Store in an airtight container in the fridge.

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This Dilly Sour Cream bread was a great, light bread that I served alongside a garden salad. I enjoyed mine plain, but serve with some butter if desired.

Dilly Sour Cream Bread  

3 cups baking mix
1 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
3/4 cup milk
1/2 cup sour cream
1 egg, beaten
1 tablespoon sugar (I omitted)
3/4 teaspoon dill weed
3/4 teaspoon dry mustard

Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl; stir until just moistened. Pour into a well greased 9"x5" loaf pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 to 50 minutes, until golden. Let cool in pan 5 minutes. remove from pan and cool completely on a wire rack for 2 hours before slicing. Store tightly wrapped. Makes one loaf.

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This Cheddar Parmesan Bread seriously smelled like pizza was in the oven, I kid you not! I served this with a hot bowl of Spinach Tortellini Soup -- the wedges were perfect for dipping!

Cheddar Parmesan Bread  

1 1/2 cups baking mix
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish
1/2 teaspoon oregano, plus more for garnish
1/2 cup milk
1 egg, beaten
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Mix first 6 ingredients in a bowl; stir together to form a thick batter. Spoon into a greased 8" round cake pan. Drizzle with melted butter; sprinkle with additional Parmesan cheese and oregano. Bake at 400 degrees for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool 10 minutes; cut into wedges and serve warm. Makes 6 to 8 servings.

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After two savory breads, this Banana Nut Bread was a real treat! The pecans were a great touch and I could see adding mini chocolate chips next time.

Banana Nut Bread  

1 cup sugar
8oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup bananas, mashed (about 3 medium)
2 eggs
2 cups baking mix
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Blend sugar and cream cheese; beat in bananas and eggs. Add baking mix and pecans; stir until moistened. Pour into a greased 9"x5" loaf pan; bake at 350 degrees for one hour. Cool before slicing. Makes 10 to 12 servings.

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Thanks so much, Gooseberry Patch for allowing me to share these great breads! I'd love to have you visit me over at Semi Homemade Mom sometime. Happy cooking!

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Thanks so much for stopping by today to share these recipes, Kelly!

Join us back here in a few weeks for another guest post, and if YOU would like to contribute, just drop us a note. We'd love to hear about a Gooseberry Patch recipe that you love or that you've tailored especially for your family.

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2 yellow onions, sliced
4 T. olive oil, divided
8 to 12 6-inch corn tortillas
16-oz. pkg. shredded Monterey Jack cheese
3-lb. deli roast chicken, shredded or cubed
Optional: guacamole, salsa

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, saute onions in 2 tablespoons oil until golden and caramelized. Add a drizzle of remaining oil to a separate skillet; cook a tortilla for 15 seconds on each side. Spoon onions, cheese and chicken onto half of tortilla; fold over and cook for about one minute, until light golden and crisp, or just until cheese melts for a soft quesadilla. Repeat with remaining ingredients; garnish as desired. Makes 4 to 6 servings.

 

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Sharing Easter Sweets & Treats!

If you saw last week's Recipe Round-Up and were wishing it was a sweet collection instead, then you're in luck this week! Between the strawberry shortcake, lemon bars and the the coconut cream pie, we all have a favorite goodie to share (and eat!) on Easter Sunday. Share them with US in today's round-up...we're looking forward to dessert already!

So, tell us...

What are your favorite EASTER DESSERT recipes?
Share 'em all in today's Recipe Round-Up!

 

(Want something savory instead? Check out last week's Recipe Round-Up!)

 

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This easy recipe from 101 Farmhouse Favorites combines the conveniece of a shortcut ingredient with a from-scratch crumble and fresh berries...it's the perfect balance and we love it!

Super Berry Crisp 
Sandy Widdows of Tucson, Arizona, shared this recipe with us. She writes, "I made this recipe one day with only the ingredients I had on hand. It turned out to be one of my husband's favorites...now I make it all the time!"

21-oz. can cherry pie filling
2 c. fresh blueberries
1/4 c. butter
1/3 c. long-cooking oats, uncooked
1/3 c. all-purpose flour
1/4 c. brown sugar, packed
1 t. sugar
1/4 t. cinnamon
Garnish: whipped cream

Pour pie filling into an ungreased 9" pie plate; fold in blueberries. Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Add remaining ingredients except garnish to melted butter, stirring to coat well. Spread oat mixture over fruit in pie plate. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes, or until topping is crisp and golden. Garnish individual servings with whipped cream. Serves 8.

Click here for a printable version of this recipe.

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