I have always loved having a hearty breakfast on Christmas morning, after all the gifts have been opened. This Christmas Brunch Casserole is just perfect, since it can be prepared the day ahead and simply popped into the oven on Christmas morning.Ingredients:1 pound bacon2 onions chopped2 cups fresh sliced mushrooms1 tablespoon butter4 cups frozen has brown potatoes, thawed1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper4 eggs1 1/2 cups milk1 pinch dried parsley1 cup shredded Cheddar cheesePlace bacon in a large skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until evenly browned. Drain and set aside. Add the mushrooms and onion to the skillet; cook and stir until the onion has … [Read more...]

You won’t believe how easy this recipe is! This is a very hearty and flavorful recipe that your family is sure to love.Ingredients1 onion, chopped1 (16 oz) can chili beans1 (15 oz) can black beans1 (15 oz) can whole kernel corn, drained1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce1 (12 fluid oz) can or bottle of beer2 (10 oz) cans diced tomatoes with green chilies (Rotel), undrained1 (1.25 oz) package taco seasoning3 whole skinless, boneless chicken breastsShredded Cheddar cheese (optional)Sour cream (optional)Crushed tortilla chips (optional)Place the onion, chili beans, black beans, corn, tomato sauce, been and diced tomatoes in a slow cooker. Add taco seasoning, and stir to blend. Lay chicken breasts on … [Read more...]

This was one of the few recipes in my repertoire when I was a young bride. Meatless lasagna rolls are easy, delicious and best of all they are cooked in the microwave.Ingredients4 uncooked lasagna noodles1 10 oz package frozen chopped spinach, thawed2 slightly beaten egg whites1 cup low-fat cottage cheese, drained1 cup packaged shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed1/2 teaspoon dried basil, crushed Dash garlic powder1 8 oz can low-sodium tomato sauceDirections1. In a saucepan cook noodles according to package directions; drain. 2. Thoroughly drain spinach, pressing out excess liquid. 3. Combine egg whites, cottage … [Read more...]

We love smoothies and lately I have been obsessed with pumpkin recipes. I was so happy to find this great Pumpkin Smoothie recipe from Family Fun! It’s a quick and easy pumpkin treat the whole family will enjoy.Ingredients½ cup canned pumpkin¾ cup milk or vanilla yogurt¼ teaspoon cinnamon1/8 teaspoon nutmeg2 teaspoons brown sugar 4 ice cubesDirectionsCombine all ingredients in blender and puree until smooth. Pour into glasses and garnish each with a dollop of vanilla yogurt or whipped topping. Makes 2 or 3 small servings (drink is rich). Enjoy! … [Read more...]

Do you need new ways to sneak more vegetables into your kid's diet? They will probably never figure out that the mashed potatoes you are serving is really mashed cauliflower.Ingredients  1 medium head cauliflower1 tablespoon cream cheese, softened1/4 cup grated Parmesan1/2 teaspoon minced garlic1/8 teaspoon straight chicken base or bullion (may substitute 1/2 teaspoon salt)1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh or dry chives, for garnish3 tablespoons unsalted butter Directions Set a stockpot of water to boil over high heat.Clean and cut cauliflower into small pieces. Cook in boiling water for about 6 minutes, or until well done. Drain well; do not let … [Read more...]