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Share Your Summer Salads!

Summertime is in full swing and our weekends (and weekdays) are full of trips to the pool, baseball games and cookouts with family & friends! As the days heat up, we love to cool down with a crispy salad full of veggies from the garden. They're perfect alongside your grilled favorites and great for taking along to potlucks too.

So tell us...

What are YOUR favorite SUMMER SALAD recipes?
Share them below in our Recipe Round-Up!

 

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Any of your garden veggies will be tasty in this salad...the dressing pulls it all together!

 

Asian Summer Salad
Thanks to Rhonda Schmidt from Emporia, Kansas for sharing this flavorful recipe for our cookbook, 101 Soups, Salads & Sandwiches Cookbook!

8-oz. pkg. thin spaghetti, uncooked and broken into fourths
3/4 c. carrot, peeled and cut into 2-inch strips
3/4 c. zucchini, cut into 2-inch strips
3/4 c. red pepper, chopped
1/3 c. green onion, sliced
3/4 lb. deli roast turkey, cut into 2-inch-long strips
Garnish: chopped peanuts, chopped fresh cilantro

Ginger Dressing:
1/4 c. canola oil
3 T. rice vinegar
3 T. reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 t. sugar
1/8 t. fresh ginger, grated
1/8 t. cayenne pepper
1 clove garlic, chopped

Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except Ginger Dressing and garnish. In a separate bowl, whisk together all ingredients for Ginger Dressing. Pour over salad; toss. Refrigerate one hour; garnish as desired. Makes 6 to 8 servings.

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What To Do With All That Zucchini & Squash?

Our gardens are starting to burst with the bounty of the season, and you know we're going to have bushels of squash and zucchini. We put it in stir frys, salads, soups...you name it! From zucchini bread to squash boats, there's about a billion ways to enjoy this easy-to-grow garden staple.

So, tell us...

What are your favorite ZUCCHINI & SQUASH recipes?
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30-Minute Meals to Save the Day

Need dinner in a dash? These speedy suppers come to the rescue!

Summertime is all about less work and more fun, right? So, when you can get dinner on the table in 30 minutes or less, that means you can get back out there for a few more pages of your book, another swing in the hammock or maybe you'll have time for a family walk around the neighborhood.

We love these super speedy suppers because they let us squeeze every drop of sunshine out of our summer days. With no rush to get home and start dinner, they also make it easy to avoid take-out and help us shake up the burgers-and-dogs-on-the-grill routine too!

Have 30 minutes? Then you've got dinner!

 

Deb's Chicken Florentine

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 Italian-inspired with your busy schedule in mind, this recipe for Deb's Chicken Florentine will hit the spot. Loaded with flavor and color, it can be found in Everyday Comfort Food...serve with crusty bread and a salad!
 

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Best lunch ever?

Save a little for lunch
Dinners that make the best leftovers

Lunch inspiration can sometimes strike the night before...why not plan for the best lunch ever, while you're making dinner?

Perfect for packing and easy to eat at your desk too, these leftover lunches are sure to help you through the 3 o'clock blahs. Some are even best cold, so you enjoy them right from the break room fridge. Why settle for a sad sandwich when you can reheat one of these hearty and hot meals?

Treat yourself to delicious home cooking in the middle of the day...let's do lunch!

 

Deb's Chicken Florentine

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Your favorite Italian salad dressing makes a quick meal from chicken, spinach, tomatoes and mushrooms. Delicious served over pasta, it's also a great topping for sauteed spinach leaves or even added to cold salad greens the next day! Complete recipe here.

 

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Share Your Summer Salads!

Grilling and outdoor get-together season is finally here! Next time you're invited to a cookout and wonder, "What am I going to make?", just think this one word: Salad! Whether it's potato salad, pasta salad, fruit salad or veggie salad, these spectacular sides are perfect for pairing with hot dogs, hamburgers...you name it!

So, tell us...

What are your favorite SALADS FOR SHARING?
Share 'em all in today's Recipe Round-Up!

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What's a cookout or get-together without a big bowl of potato salad? This family favorite with a tasty twist from Coming Home with Gooseberry Patch is sure to please young and old alike. The dill and blue cheese really makes this special...plan on getting seconds!

 

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Dilly Blue Cheese Potato Salad

The fresh dill really makes this potato salad pop with flavor. It's also really tasty when you use Yukon Gold or other tiny, multicolored potatoes. Paired with a some BBQ chicken or a spicy bratwurst, this potato salad can't be beat.

1 c. mayonnaise
1 c. sour cream
2 t. lemon juice
1 bunch green onions, chopped
5 stalks celery, chopped
1/2 c. fresh dill, chopped
1/2 c. crumbled blue cheese
3 lbs. new redskin potatoes, quartered and cooked
1 t. salt
pepper to taste

Blend together mayonnaise, sour cream and lemon juice in a large bowl. Add onions, celery and dill; fold in blue cheese and potatoes. Add salt and pepper to taste. Chill overnight. Makes 10 servings.

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Counting Up Your Favorite Casseroles

Winter's certainly still here, but that doesn't stop us from dreaming of spring! The days are getting longer, but the evenings are quite chilly. That makes us want to bake some of our best comfort food. Warm and filling, there's nothing like a good casserole to perk you up and keep you going on a cold night.

So, tell us...

What are your favorite CASSEROLE recipes?
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Super-simple to put together and oh-so filling, this Gnocchi Casserole from our cookbook 101 Cozy Casseroles is sure to become one of your weeknight dinner staples.

 

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Gnocchi Casserole

Want to warm things up a little more? Try using spicy Italian sausage in this delectible dish. Want it slightly sweeter? Sweet Italian sausage works great too!

1 lb. ground pork sausage
16-oz. pkg. frozen gnocchi
26-oz. jar pasta sauce
1-1/2 t. Italian seasoning
2 c. shredded mozzarella cheese, divided

Brown sausage in a skillet over medium heat; drain. Meanwhile, cook gnocchi according to package directions; drain. In a greased 2-quart casserole dish, combine all ingredients except one cup cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 25 minutes, or until heated through. Top with remaining cheese and bake for another 10 minutes, or until cheese is melted. Serves 4.

 

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A Simple Skillet Supper with our Guest Blogger!

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

Kim from A Well-Seasoned Life is sharing an easy skillet dinner, perfect for those nights when you're short on time. You'll find it in our cookbook, Simple Shortcut Recipes...take it away, Kim!

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Hello! I’m Kim McCallie and I write the food blog, A Well-Seasoned Life. My blog began in 2010 as a way for me to follow my dream of becoming a food writer. I love to write about Southern comfort food and I’m obsessed with cookbooks.

I started collecting Gooseberry Patch cookbooks in 2004. right before the birth of my second son. Leaving the workforce after his birth, I spent the next two and a half years at home taking care of my children and completing my Gooseberry Patch cookbook collection.

While I’ve been back out in the workforce for almost six years now, I always associate Gooseberry Patch cookbooks, filled with recipes and memories from readers across the country, with those cherished moments when I was home with my children.

I am proud to have the opportunity to serve as a guest blogger and to be part of the Gooseberry Patch family. Here's a recipe my family always enjoys.

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So, it’s almost the end of the work day and you’re starting to hear that nagging question going through your mind. “What’s for dinner?” You didn’t plan ahead for tonight’s meal, but you know your family is counting on you to put food on the table.

Fortunately, Gooseberry Patch’s Simple Shortcut Recipes is filled with options for busy people who need a little help with quick and easy meal planning.

Personally, I always keep a few items in the kitchen that I can use to whip up a quick meal or two. If I have a few cans of tuna in the pantry or a Kielbasa sausage in the freezer, I know that I can put a meal on the table in a hurry.

And, if I run out of ideas on how to use those ingredients, I can always turn to Simple Shortcut Recipes to inspire me.

 

 Skillet Sausage & Pasta
Kim McCallie of Guyton, Georgia (the same one pictured above!) originally shared this recipe with Gooseberry Patch...thanks again, Kim!

16-oz. pkg. rotini pasta,
    uncooked
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp. olive oil
16-oz. pkg. Kielbasa sausage,
    sliced
1/8 tsp. pepper
½ tsp. garlic powder
1 tbsp. dried parsley
2 c. chicken broth

Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, sauté onion and garlic in oil over medium heat for 3 minutes. Add Kielbasa; sauté until heated through and edges are caramelized, about 10 to 12 minutes. Drain; add seasonings and broth. Cook until broth reduces down a little. Stir in pasta. Serve immediately. Serves 4 to 6.

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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.

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?
Share 'em all in today's Recipe Round-Up!

 

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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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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?
Share 'em all in today's Recipe Round-Up!

(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 YOUR Favorite Comfort Food?

 

Earlier this week, we saw the first snowflakes flying in our neck of the woods.
It was our cue to add a few warm-you-to-your-toes dishes to our
weekly menus. There's nothing like something bubbly and baked to
chase away the chill of the day.

We all have favorite dishes that warm you heart & soul...which recipes do
you always reach for when a loved one is feeling under the weather?

We'd love to know...

What are your favorite COMFORT FOOD recipes?
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Today, we're sharing a recipe for our ultimate comfort food, from our cookbook filled to the brim with these kind of recipes. Aptly named, Comfort Foods even features Mac & Cheese on the cover!

Mac & 3 Cheeses
Betty Lou Wright from Hendersonville, Tennessee, shared this recipe with us. She writes, "Of all the macaroni & cheese recipes I've tried, this is my family's favorite. Don't be shy about adding more cheese!"

3 T. butter
2 T. all-purpose flour
1/4 t. salt
2-1/2 c. milk
1 c. Cheddar cheese, cubed
1/2 c. Swiss cheese, cubed
1/2 c. pasteurized process
    cheese spread, cubed
1-1/2 c. elbow macaroni, uncooked

Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat; blend in flour and salt. Stir in milk; cook until thickened, stirring constantly. Add cheeses; stir until melted. Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and fold into cheese mixture. Spoon into a lightly greased 1-1/2 quart casserole dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 25 minutes. Serves 8.

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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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You're Invited to Our Christmas Table!

The Christmas season is brimming with festive reasons to gather with family & friends…holiday open houses, cookie swaps, caroling parties, trimming the tree and of course the traditional Christmas dinner.

Our newest holiday title, The Christmas Table, celebrates the joys of the holidays with recipes perfect for all these heartwarming occasions. This week, we're sharing a sampling of recipes from this cookbook...don't miss your November edition of Feather Your Nest (coming Wednesday!) for a chance to win too!

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 The Christmas Table there!

 

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Mushroom Poppers
From Julianne Saifullah of Lexington, Kentucky

Poppy Seed Cheese Bread
From Francie Stutzman of Clinton, Ohio

Lasagna Rolls
From Laura Hack of Sugar Creek, Wyoming

Len's Poached Ham
From Len Walker of Ontario, Canada

Marilyn's Slow-Cooked Chicken & Noodles
From Marilyn Stonecipher of Bloomington, Indiana

Coconut-Cranberry Bars
From Jeannie Wolf of Findlay, Ohio

 

 

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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!

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 Slow-Cooker Recipes there!

 

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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 Recipes for YOUR Harvest Table!

As the weather cools down, we can't help but look forward to all the fall celebrations and, of course, the time-tested recipes that go along with them. Our newest cookbook, The Harvest Table, features plenty of recipes to inspire you during this season, and all year long!

This week's Menu of the Week features a sampling of recipes for you to try from this cookbook. Whether it's a tailgate party rooting on your favorite team, a homecoming gathering with friends or Thanksgiving dinner with the whole family, you're sure to find an occasion to enjoy them!

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 The Harvest Table there!

 

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Brown Sugar Muffins

Pineapple Cheese Ball 

Easy Stuffed Manicotti

Creamy Chicken & Broccoli

Family Favorite Mac & Cheese

Autumn Pumpkin Bars

 

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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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What Recipes Remind YOU of Home?

There are certain recipes that, no matter where you enjoy them, they'll always remind you of Mom's or Grandma's kitchen. Baked with love and passed from generation to generation, these are some of our most treasured recipes...the ones that taste like home.

Yesterday, we shared two recipes -- Classic Quiche Lorraine from Jo Ann's mom and Blue-Ribbon Chicken & Noodles from Vickie's grandma, shown below -- from our family recipe box. Today, we're looking for yours!

So, tell us...

What are YOUR favorite recipes that REMIND YOU
OF HOME? Share 'em all in today's Recipe Round-Up!

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While it was published as part of our cookbook, Coming Home with Gooseberry Patch, this recipe has been in Vickie's family for generations.

Blue-Ribbon Chicken & Noodles
A real labor of love, this dish is perfect for big Sunday dinners. 

3 c. all-purpose flour
1 t. salt
5 eggs
1/2 t. yellow food coloring
2 T. white vinegar
3 to 4-lb. chicken
Optional: canned chicken broth, as needed

Thoroughly combine flour and salt in a large mixing bowl; make a well in the center and set aside. In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs and food coloring. Add vinegar and whisk again; pour into well in flour mixture. Work dough with hands until all ingredients are completely mixed. On a lightly floured surface, work dough until smooth, adding more flour if dough is sticky. Let dough rest for 20 minutes; divide in half. Roll out one portion of dough into a circle; continue to roll until thin (noodles will plump up when cooked). Cut dough into long strips, then cut crosswise to desired width. Toss with flour to separate noodles. Set noodles aside and repeat with second portion of dough. Cover noodles loosely with paper towels and let dry for one to 2 hours, or overnight.

Place chicken in a 4-quart saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until tender, about one hour. Reserving broth, remove chicken and let cool; remove meat from bone and set aside.

Measure reserved broth; add canned broth if necessary to equal 2 quarts. Bring broth to a boil. Drop noodles into broth a handful at a time, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to a simmer; cover and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Uncover and add reserved chicken. Cook, uncovered, an additional 20 minutes, or until noodles are tender, stirring occasionally. Makes 8 to 10 servings.

 

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6 Recipes that Remind Us of Home!

 

Remember walking down to the corner store with your allowance or maybe stopping by your favorite soda counter to enjoy a cool treat? How about those blue-plate specials from the best diner in town?

All these and more were the inspiration behind our cookbook, Hometown Favorites. This week's Menu of the Week features a half dozen of our favorite recipes from this book, including an all-out amazing ice cream pie.

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This week, we're trying something a little
different too...instead of linking to other
pages on our blog, all of these recipes link
back to our website. When you land over
there, be sure to click the blue button and
you can share, save and print easier than
ever, thanks to Ziplist.

Okay, back to the goodies...there are
6 recipes below that you'll love. Mix &
match them all week, 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  Hometown Favorites.

 

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Bacon & Cheese Waffles

Red-Skinned Potato Salad

Alabama-Style Pork Tenderloin

Amish Country Dressing

Old-Fashioned Spaghetti Bake

Malt Shoppe 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!

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 101 Cozy Casseroles.

 

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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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Menu of the Week from One-Pot Meals!

We just love the cozy feeling to sitting down with our family to enjoy a home-cooked dinner. It's even better when dinner is cooked in just one pot or pan, isn't it? If you're looking for a way to relax with loved ones while a full-of-flavor dinner simmers away, our latest Menu of the Week is for you!

Filled with recipes that cook up simply, either on the stovetop, in the oven or slow cooker, or even on the grill, this sample collection from One-Pot Meals is sure to simplify this week's dinnertime.

Mix & match them all week long and let us know how you liked them...we love to hear from you in the comments. 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  One-Pot Meals!

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Slow-Cooker Fajitas

Oven Chicken Cordon Bleu

Grilled Herb Potatoes

Chinese Beef & Noodles

Blue Crab Salad

Microwave Cherry Crisp Cobbler

 

 

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