Easy Mexican Recipes - Tater Taco Casserole

Tired of boring old tater tots? Here's a unique way to use those bland tater tots.

2 pounds ground beef

Meat Casseroles

1/4 cup onion, chopped

1 (1.25 oz.) pkg. Taco seasoning

2/3 cup water

1 (11 oz.) can whole kernel corn, drained

1 (10.75 oz.) can condensed nacho cheese soup, undiluted

1 (32 oz.) pkg. Tater tots

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Prepare a 13x9x2-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.

In a skillet, cook the beef and onion over medium heat until the meat is brown; drain. Stir in the taco seasoning and water. Simmer uncovered for 5 minutes. Add in the corn and soup; mix well.

Spread beef composition inside of ready baking dish. Arrange the tater tots in a singular layer over the top of beef mixture. Bake, uncovered for 30 to 35 minutes or until potatoes are crisp and golden brown.

Green Chili and Cheese Casserole

Whip up this tasty Mexican recipe using just four easy ingredients.

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

1-1/2 cups shredded pepper jack cheese

1 (4oz.) can diced green chili peppers, drained

1 tablespoon dry fajita seasoning

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Prepare a 9-inch quadrate baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.

Make a deep cut into the side of each chicken breast half to form a pocket.

Stuff 1/4 cup of cheese and about 1 tablespoon of the chilies onto each chicken half. Close and regain with a toothpick so that the cheese does not fly during cooking. Place the stuffed chicken into the baking dish.

Season the meat with the fajita seasoning. Sprinkle the remaining cheese and chilies over the top.

Bake uncovered for 30 minutes until the chicken juices run clear and the cheese is lightly browned.

Green Chili Grilled Cheese Sandwich

If you love grilled cheese sandwiches, try this spiced up version.

4 slices bread

4 slices Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese

1 (4 oz.) can chopped green chilies, drained

2 tablespoons butter or margarine, softened

Directions

Top two slices of bread with two slices of cheese. Sprinkle green chilies on top. Place the remaining bread slices on top. Butter the exterior of the sandwiches.

In a large skillet, cook the sandwiches over medium heat. Cook on both sides until golden brown and the cheese is melted.

Easy Mexican Recipes - Tater Taco Casserole

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Economical, Quick, and Easy Beef and Noodle Casserole That's favorable For Diabetics, Too

This is a perfect formula for today's busy cooks. It is quick, simple, and economical. You can even make it ahead, refrigerate, and pop it in the oven when you get home from work, the game, kids practice, music lessons, dance lessons, etc. You can put a unblemished meal on the table for your family in barely more time than fast food. And with the meat and dairy products in this dish, it allows diabetics to enjoy noodles.

Beef And Noodle Casserole

Meat Casseroles

1 package (8 oz) no-yolk noodles

2 lbs lean ground beef

1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce

2 tbsp flour

2 cups low-fat bungalow cheese

1 cup sour cream

1/2 cup chopped onion

1/3 cup chopped green bell pepper

1 tsp garlic salt

1/4 tsp oregano

1/2 tsp basil

1/2 cup low-fat Mozzarella cheese, shredded

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Cook noodles according to package directions. Remove from heat and drain in a colander. Spray a large skillet with non-stick cooking spray; add meat and cook until browned. Drain meat in a large colander and rinse with hot water to Remove any fat. Return meat to skillet and stir in the tomato sauce and flour. Simmer for ten minutes. In a bowl, integrate bungalow cheese, sour cream, onion, bell pepper and spices. Spray an oblong casserole dish with non-stick vegetable spray. Put half of the noodles in the lowest of the casserole dish. Spread the bungalow cheese mixture over the noodles. Top the bungalow cheese mixture with the remaining noodles. Cover with the meat mixture. Bake for 30 minutes. Remove from oven and sprinkle shredded cheese over the top. Let set at least 10 minutes before serving.

Enjoy!

Economical, Quick, and Easy Beef and Noodle Casserole That's favorable For Diabetics, Too

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Fresh Mushroom and Cheddar Cheese Soups Start With opening a Can

Canned soups are some of the best convenience foods around. Home cooks use them for casseroles, sauces, meat loaf, Sloppy Joes, and cream sauces. But many canned soups have too much salt and lack distinctive flavor. Still, I keep any cans on the shelf.

My husband is retired and often home for lunch. Unlike many wives, who complain about fixing lunch for their husbands, I welcome these opportunities to eat together. For us, noon-time is catch-up time. We compare our "To Do" lists and cross off items one by one.

Meat Casseroles

Lunch stumped me the other day, however. I planned to eat leftovers from the cafeteria meal I enjoyed the old evening. While there was adequate food for one, I couldn't stretch it to feed two. What could I fix for my husband? On the pantry shelf I found a can of Golden Mushroom soup and boosted the flavor with extra ingredients.

I started by sauteing a box of sliced fresh mushrooms in butter and olive oil. Finely chopped onion, celery and chicken stock made the soup even more flavorful. The splash of dry sherry was the final touch. My husband the soup and I did too. You can make Fresh Mushroom Soup with Sherry in 15 minutes and here's the recipe.

Ingredients

1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon extra light olive oil
8-ounce box sliced fresh mushrooms
1/4 red or yellow onion, finely chopped
3 tablespoons celery, finely chopped
10 3/4-once can of Golden Mushroom soup
1 soup can of lower salt chicken stock (beef stock may be substituted)
1/4 cup dry sherry
chopped parsley for garnish

Method

Melt butter in soup kettle. Add olive oil. Saute mushrooms in butter-oil aggregate until approximately brown. Add chopped onion and celery and cook for one minute. Add condensed soup and 1 soup can of chicken stock. Sell out heat to bottom setting. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Add sherry and cook for one diminutive more. Decoration with chopped parsley and serve immediately with French bread or crispy crackers. Makes 4 servings.

This basic formula may also be used to make Cheddar Cheese soup. Use cream of celery soup, eliminate the mushrooms, add the finely chopped onion, 1/4 cup finely chopped green pepper and 1/4 cup finely chopped red pepper. Stir in 1 cup grated medium Cheddar cheese and 1 soup can of milk. Simmer on low heat until cheese melts.

Additions like these can turn a can of soup into connoisseur soup. Happy slurping!

Copyright 2011 by Harriet Hodgson

Fresh Mushroom and Cheddar Cheese Soups Start With opening a Can

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How to Make a Low-Carb Meat and Vegetable Casserole Without the Carbs of Rice, Pasta, Or Potatoes

This method is for a very tasty casserole that is excellent for diabetics and others who are watching their carb or starch intake. This casserole contains no rice, no potatoes, and no pasta; foreseen, but true! It is made with ground beef, bell peppers, onions, green onions,egg, etc. It is a healthy, tasty, economical, and low carb casserole. Try this Beef and Bell Pepper Casserole very soon for a yummy low carb meal.

Beef And Bell Pepper Casserole

Meat Casseroles

1/2 lb lean ground beef

nonstick cooking spray

3 medium bell peppers, finely chopped

2 medium onions, finely chopped

2 tbsps chopped green onions

1/4 tsp garlic powder

1 egg, beaten

2 tbsps minced fresh parsley

1/2 tsp dried thyme

1/2 tsp fresh ground black pepper

1/8 tsp ground cloves

1/8 tsp ground allspice

In a large skillet, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain beef in a colander and rinse with hot water. Allow to drain while preparing the peppers and onions.

To put in order the peppers and onions: Wipe the skillet with a paper towel to take off any meat grease. Spray with the nonstick cooking spray. Over low heat, saute the bell peppers and onions for about 5 minutes until tender. Return the meat to the skillet and stir in the garlic powder. Add the egg, parsley, thyme, black pepper, cloves, and allspice. Stir the composition to consolidate well. Spray a 2-quart shallow casserole dish with the nonstick cooking spray and spoon the composition into the dish. Bake at 375 for 20 minutes or until the casserole is set.

This is an excellent method for diabetics.

Enjoy!

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A Few Ideas For Impressive epicurean Pizzas

There are so many types of pizza and if you want to make a homemade pizza recipe to impress your friends or family, what about choosing a gourmet pizza recipe? You can use a readymade pizza crust and then a homemade pizza sauce recipe or make the crust, sauce and toppings yourself.

One idea for a gourmet pizza is to use a aggregate of different fish and seafood. You can use shrimp, crab, mussels, clams and more. Alternatively, you can stick to one or two types of seafood only and use ingredients, which go well with it, such as fresh pineapple chunks, capers and perhaps a homemade creamy or tomato-based pizza sauce.

Meat Casseroles

Another idea for an extra extra gourmet pizza is to use top capability piece of steak. Thinly slice the steak and pan fry it with onions. Use this to top a pizza, adding mushrooms, bacon, and asparagus.

If you prefer to use chicken, you can use a chicken marinade to infuse the chicken with flavor, before using it as a pizza topping. Marinades add a extra flavor size to your meat or poultry, giving the pizza a true gourmet touch.

For an impressive vegetarian gourmet pizza, select fresh vegetables like bell peppers, mushrooms, asparagus, broccoli and anyone else that is colorful and crunchy. Add some flavorful cheese, perhaps goat's cheese or buffalo mozzarella, and a handful of chopped fresh herbs. Vegetarian pizzas can be just as tasty as meat or fish-based ones.

The Best Pizza Sauce Recipes for gourmet Pizzas

Some pizza sauces are readymade and you can use hoisin sauce for a Chinese style pizza, teriyaki sauce for a Japanese style pizza, pesto if you are going to use tomatoes, mozzarella, and other Italian flavors, or taco sauce for a Mexican style pizza.

Alternatively, you can make your own gourmet sauces. Pesto is easy to make and this aggregate of basil, garlic, pine nuts, hard cheese, and olive oil is indeed flavorful. Alfredo sauce is used on pasta more often than pizza recipes but it does make a tasty sauce. This aggregate of butter, cream, garlic, and parmesan is excellent if you want to top your gourmet pizza with mushrooms, asparagus, ham, and other ingredients, which go nicely with it.

How to Make a Smoky Bbq Pizza Sauce

This yummy pizza sauce recipe is tangy, spicy, and sweet. It is a great pizza sauce to use if you are going to use meat on your pizza and other full-flavored toppings like onion, bell pepper, cheese, or chilies.

What you will need:

1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 2 tablespoons minced onions 1/2 cup ketchup 1/8 teaspoon hot sauce 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon prepared mustard 1 teaspoon celery seed 1/3 cup chili sauce 2 crushed cloves garlic 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 tablespoon butter

How to make it:

Add all the ingredients to a pot and bring the aggregate to a boil. Turn down the heat and let it simmer for five minutes, stirring a few times. This recipe makes about one and a half cups of pizza sauce.

A Few Ideas For Impressive epicurean Pizzas

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