Homemade Cheesy Potatoes (*no canned soup in this recipe*)

January 14, 2016Uncategorized
Servings 6-8
Cook Time 1hr 15min
Submitted by: Carrie Morris Lot # 2451
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Servings 6-8
Cook Time 1hr 15min
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  1. Roughly peel potatoes, leaving a little bit of skin on if desired, and dice into cubes. Add the cubed potatoes into a pot of cold water, bring to a boil and cook for 8 minutes. Remove and drain the potatoes into a colander set into a sink. Let the potatoes cool. Set aside.
  2. In a 10-inch skillet melt three tablespoons of butter over medium-low heat. Add in the diced onions. Cook until just softened Add in the minced garlic. Cook for one minute. Sprinkle in the flour and stir, cooking for 2-3 minutes.
  3. While stirring, pour in broth and milk. Continue to stir until thick, about 5-8 minutes.
  4. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the cup of cold sour cream.
  5. In a large bowl add in the cooled potatoes, onion and sour cream mixture, green onions, salt, pepper and shredded cheese. Stir to combine and pour into greased pan. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 1 hour or until bubbly and lightly golden. Enjoy!
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Creamed Spinach

January 14, 2016Uncategorized
Servings 2-4
Cook Time 30
Submitted by: Carrie Morris Lot # 2451
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Servings 2-4
Cook Time 30
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  1. To make flavored milk: Combine milk, peppercorns, bay leaves and cloves in small saucepan. Warm over medium heat until hot but not boiling. Remove from heat, cover, and let sit for 20 minutes. Strain into small bowl or measuring cup, set aside. Discard solids.
  2. To make béchamel sauce: Melt 1 tbsp butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour; cook for 1 minute, whisking constantly. Gradually whisk in milk mixture. Whisk another 3 minutes until sauce thickens. Stir in salt, white pepper, nutmeg, and half-and-half. Set aside, covered.
  3. To finish the dish: Heat remaining butter and a splash of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, saute until tender, about 5 minutes. Add 1/2 bag of spinach; cover skillet momentarily until leaves wilt. Add the other half bag. Turn with tongs until all leaves are wilted. Pour sauce over spinach, stir to combine. Serve.
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Brussels Sprouts with Bacon, Garlic and Shallots

January 14, 2016Uncategorized
Servings 2
Cook Time 30minutes
Submitted by: Carrie Morris Lot # 2451
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Servings 2
Cook Time 30minutes
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  1. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add bacon, and sauté for 5 minutes or until bacon begins to brown.
  3. Add shallots and Brussels sprouts; sauté 4 minutes.
  4. Add garlic; sauté for 4 minutes or until garlic begins to brown, stirring frequently.
  5. Add the chicken broth, and bring to a boil.
  6. Reduce to a simmer. Cook approx. 15 minutes or until the broth mostly evaporates and the sprouts are crisp-tender, stirring occasionally.
  7. Remove from heat; stir in salt and pepper.
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Spanish Yellow Rice

January 14, 2016Uncategorized
Submitted by: Carrie Morris Lot # 2451
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  1. Heat oil in a medium saucepan on medium-high heat.
  2. Add the shallots and garlic and cook until they start to brown, around 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add rice, broth, turmeric, and salt. Add frozen peas (if using). Bring to a boil; this may take a few minutes.
  4. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 15 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and let rest 5 minutes.
  6. Sprinkle with fresh cilantro for a little extra flavor.
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