Quick and Easy Dinner Recipes

Beef Fajitas Ingredients: 6 pounds boneless top sirloin steaks ½ cup lime juice ½ cup soy sauce ½ cup vegetable oil 2 teaspoons ground cumin 2 teaspoons dried oregano 2 teaspoons chili powder 1 teaspoon black pepper 8 teaspoons minced garlic (about 24 cloves) 4 large onions, cut into strips 4 large green bell peppers, […]

Classic Lasagna Ingredients: 1 (48 ounce) container cottage cheese (about 6 cups) 4 eggs, lightly beaten 3 cups shredded Parmesan cheese, divided into 2 cups and 1 cup 13 cups red sauce 18 lasagna noodles, uncooked 2 pounds lean ground beef, cooked and drained 8 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (about 2 pounds) Supplies: Two 13x9x2-inch […]

Mozzarella Meatballs Ingredients: 6 pounds lean ground beef 15 mozzarella string cheese, or a 1-pound block of mozzarella cut into 120 cubes 3 cups dry bread crumbs ⅔ cup milk 4 eggs, lightly beaten ¼ cup minced onion 2 tablespoons minced garlic (about 18 cloves) 1 tablespoon salt 2 teaspoons black pepperSauce: 4 cups ketchup […]

Habanero and Chili Hamburgers Ingredients: 6 pounds lean ground beef 12 habanero and green chili-flavored sausages, or other spicy sausage Supplies: Plastic wrap Wax Paper 4 one-gallon freezer bags, labeled On hand for each entrée: 6 hamburger buns Desired toppings Directions: 1. Remove and discard casings from sausage and crumble meat into a large bowl. […]

Cheesy Enchilada Bake Ingredients: 6 pounds lean ground beef 4 green bell peppers, diced 4 medium onions, diced 2 teaspoons minced garlic (about 6 cloves) 4 cups picante sauce 4 (15-ounce) cans tomato sauce 4 (14½ -ounce) cans pinto beans 2 teaspoons ground cumin 2 teaspoons salt 48 corn tortillas 8 cups shredded Mexican cheese […]

Sweet Sloppy Joes Ingredients: 2 pounds lean ground beef ½ cup chopped onion ½ cup chopped green bell pepper 2 teaspoons yellow mustard 1½ cups ketchup 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 teaspoon garlic powder Salt and pepper to taste Supplies: 2 one-gallon freezer bag, labeled On hand for each entrée: 5 hamburger buns Directions: 1. […]

Chili and Cornbread Bake Ingredients: 2 pounds ground beef 2 large onions, chopped 2 (14½-ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed 4 cups frozen corn (or one 15-ounce can) 2 (15-ounce) cans tomato sauce 2 (14½-ounce) cans diced tomatoes, undrained ½ cup bacon, chopped 4 teaspoons chili powder 2 teaspoons salt 4 teaspoons ground cumin […]

Chicken and Spinach Stuffed Shells Ingredients: 6 ounces baby spinach 1 cup water 12 ounce box jumbo shells 15 ounces ricotta cheese, part skim 1 large egg ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated 1 rotisserie chicken, cooked, all meat removed and shredded ½ cup mozzarella cheese, shredded ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon black ground pepper 3 […]

Chicken Parmigiana Ingredients: 6 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast halves 1 cup all-purpose flour 4 eggs, lightly beaten 2 cups dry bread crumbs 12 slices mozzarella cheese 6 cups red sauce Supplies: Plastic wrap 3 one-gallon freezer bags, labeled 3 one-quart freezer bags Directions: 1. Rinse and trim chicken as desired. Lay out three shallow […]

Chicken Pot Pie Ingredients: 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced 2 cups sliced and quartered carrots 4 cups cubed chicken 1 medium onion, chopped 1 cup (2 sticks) butter or margarine 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon salt 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon pepper 3 cups chicken broth 1½ cups milk 1 cup frozen […]

Pecan-Crusted Chicken Strips Ingredients: 6 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast halves 2 cups honey 1 cup spicy brown mustard ¾ cup olive oil 1 tablespoon salt 1 tablespoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon black pepper 3 cups panko (Japanese breadcrumbs) 1½ cups (8 ounces) pecans, finely ground Supplies: 6 one-gallon freezer bags, label 3 3 one-quart […]

Baked Chicken Chimichangas Ingredients: 6 tablespoons olive oil, divided 3 pounds chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 cup onions, diced 1 cup green bell pepper, diced 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 teaspoon cayenne red pepper 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 cup thick and chunky salsa (medium […]

Chicken Cordon Bleu Ingredients: 6 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast halves 1 cup all-purpose flour 4 eggs, lightly beaten 2 cups dry bread crumbs 12 slices Swiss cheese 12 slices deli ham Supplies: Wax paper Plastic wrap 3 one-gallon freezer bags, labeled On hand for each entrée: 2 teaspoons butter Directions: 1. Rinse and trim […]

Chicken Puffs Ingredients: 2 packages refrigerated crescent rolls 2 cups crushed Ritz crackers, about one sleeve 2½ cups cubed cooked chicken ¼ cup diced onion ½ cup chopped celery 4 ounces (½ package) cream cheese ½ cup sour cream Dash garlic powder Dash salt and pepper Supplies: One gallon freezer bag, labeled Directions: 1. Press […]

Baked Breakfast Scrambled Egg Casserole Ingredients: 1 Dozen eggs4 ounces cheddar cheese — shredded1 1/2 cups cooked ham — chopped(you can substitute sausage, bacon, or canadian bacon)1 can cream of mushroom soup1/2 cup green onions — sliced1/2 cup half & half2 tablespoons margarine Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 250F and Grease 2-qt casserole pan. 2. […]

Baked Breakfast Egg Casserole Ingredients: 1 large to jumbo egg3-4 drops Worcestershire (to taste)1/4 teaspoon mustard — prepared (can substitute Dijon Mustard)2 tablespoons parsley — chopped2 tablespoons scallions — chopped2 tablespoons cheddar cheese — shredded1/4 cup bean sprouts — chopped Directions: 1. Break egg into a lightly greased individual baking dish. 2. Stir egg to break […]

Breakfast Egg Casserole Ingredients: 8 large eggs6 tablespoons milk2 tablespoons butter 3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 4 ounce can of green chiles — chopped2/3 cup extra-sharp cheddar — shredded(add sliced tomatoes for garnish) Directions: 1. Preheat Oven to 350F.  2. Put butter in 8″ square baking pan. Set in 350 degree oven to melt. 3. […]

Savory Potato Breakfast Recipe Ingredients: 2 cups cheddar cheese, grated1 pint sour cream1 (2 lb) package plain hash browns, thawed2 Tablespoons butter1 can cream of mushroom soup 2/3 cup onions, chopped1/2 cup celery, chopped1/2 cup green bell peppers, chopped1/2 cup red bell peppers, chopped2 cups crushed corn flakes or potato chipssalt and pepper to taste (about […]

Sausage and Potato Baked Breakfast Recipe Ingredients: 6 large eggs, beaten2 packages (8 oz) brown & serve sausage links1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese3 1/2 cups o’brien frozen potatoes1 1/4 cups milk1/4 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon dry mustard Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 350. Grease 11×7 in baking pan. 2. Cut sausage links into slices. 3. Stir together all ingredients […]

Baked Peaches ‘n’ Cream Breakfast Recipe Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups peaches, peeled and thinly sliced (Canned peaches may be used.)2 egg whites3 cups skim milk1 1/2 cups rolled oats1/4 cup sugar2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon almond extract Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 350’F. 2. Spray an 8-9 inch square baking pan with a nonstick cooking spray. 3. In a large […]

Early Riser Breakfast Recipe Ingredients: 4 large beaten eggs1 1/2 lbs sausage or bacon, browned, drained, and crumbled1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 cup shredded monterey jack cheese8 slices bread, cubed3 cups milk10 3/4 ounces cream of mushroom soup3/4 teaspoon dry mustard Directions: 1. Arrange bread in an ungreased 13×9″ baking pan sprinkle with cheeses and meat 2. Mix […]

Baked Garden Omelet Breakfast Recipe Ingredients: 8 large eggs, beaten1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese1 cup ricotta cheese1/2 cup milk10 ounces frozen spinach, thawed, drained1 cup tomatoes, chopped1/2 cup green onions, sliced1/2 cup salami, diced1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon fennel seeds, crushedsalt and pepper to taste Directions: 1. Whisk eggs and cheeses together in a large mixing bowl. 2. Add […]

Brunch Egg Breakfast Recipe Ingredients: 6 eggs, beaten6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled2 cups unseasoned croutons1 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese2 1/2 cups milk1/2 teaspoon mustard1/8 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon salt1 dash pepper Directions: 1. Place croutons and cheese in the bottom of a greased 9×13 pan. 2. Combine eggs, milk and seasonings; pour into baking dish. 3. Sprinkle with […]

Baked English Omelet Breakfast Recipe Ingredients: 8 eggs8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled2/3 cup milk1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1 Tablespoon butter1 Tablespoon parmesan cheese1 green onion, thinly sliced1/2 small red pepper, diced1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced (measure after slicing)salt and pepper to taste (about 1/8-1/4 tsp) Directions: 1. Beat eggs with a whisk until smooth. Beat in […]