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Pineapple Expression with Chicken

This recipe is identical to the Pineapple Pork recipe but with chicken.  I may try this with fish next time

PINEAPPLE CHICKEN

• 2-4 chicken breasts
• 1/2 cup of brown sugar
• 1 - 8 ounce can of pineapple chunks

Add chicken breasts to the crock pot.  Cover the chicken breasts with the brown sugar.  Pour pineapple chunks and juice on to to the chicken.  Set on HIGH for 3-4 hours or until tender.  Enjoy!

The New Orange

Try this refreshing beverage anytime.

ORANGE JULIUS

• 1 small can orange juice

• 1 and 1/2 cans water

• 1 and ½ cans milk

• Honey

• ½ cup sugar

• Dribble of vanilla

Blend together. Add 2 cups of ice cubes one at a time. Can be frozen.

Rice is Nice

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QUICK RICE PUDDING

Bring 1 cup KRAFT MINUTE RICE, 1 cup water, 3 tablespoons raisins, and ¼ teaspoon salt to a boil; cover and let stand until cool. Prepare 1 package (3 and ¾ oz.) JELLO vanilla instant pudding, adding 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg. Fold in rice mixture and chill.

That is a Wrap

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Wraps are popular these days.  This is one that is very easy to make.

SANTA FE CHICKEN WRAP

• 4 large (8 or 9 inch) flour tortillas
• 2 cups shredded lettuce
• 1 package (10 oz.) Perdue Short Cuts  original roasted carved chicken breast
• 1/3 cup bottled Ranch salad dressing
• 1 jar (7 oz.) roasted red peppers, drained and coarsely chopped

On each tortilla, evenly layer lettuce and chicken.  Drizzle with Ranch dressing and layer peppers on top.  Roll tortilla and wrap one end with aluminum foil to secure.

Polka Time

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This is a recipe in preparation for our trip to Chicago.  I had received this recipe from my sister in law, Shannon McCart.

SAUSAGE, SAUERKRAUT, AND NOODLE CASSEROLE

• 2 cans cream of mushroom soup

• 1 1/3 cups of  milk

• 1 garlic clove

• 32 oz sauerkraut

• 8 oz med egg noodles

• 1 1/2 - 2 lbs kielbasa

• 2 cups Swiss or Cheddar cheese- shredded

• 3/4 cups whole wheat bread crumbs

• 2 tablespoons butter- melted

• 1 teaspoons garlic powder

• 1 teaspoons onion powder

• 1 tablespoons parsley flakes

Combine soup, milk, onion, and garlic clove in medium bowl.  Place sauerkraut in 13 x 9 pan.  Top with uncooked egg noodles.  Spoon soup mixture evenly over top.  Top with kielbasa, then shredded cheese.  Combine bread crumbs, butter, garlic powder, onion powder, and parsley in bowl, sprinkle over top.  Cover tightly with foil and back 350 for 1 hour.

Easy French Toast

Here is an easy recipe for French Toast.  Follow the recipe below:

• bread
• 3 eggs
• 1 cup of milk
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• sprinkle of cinnamon and sugar mixture

Combine ingredients except for bread.  Dip the bread into the batter and place on a skillet.  Cook both sides thoroughly.  Enjoy!

Holy O

Making doughnuts is a great way to spend time with the family.  Here is a simple recipe that you can use.  You will need the following ingredients.

• Pre made biscuits (don't use the flaky type)
• Cinnamon and sugar
• Butter (melted)

Cut a hole in the pre made biscuits.  In skillet, heat enough olive oil to fill the bottom of the skillet.  Cook the biscuit on both sides until golden brown.  Dip the biscuit  in the melted butter and the cinnamon and sugar mixture.  Serve and enjoy!

Spanish Beef and Rice

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Here is another easy dish that just takes a few minutes to make.  You will need the following below:

• 1 box of yellow rice
• 1 can of corn
• 1 can of black beans
• 1/4 cup of chopped onions
• 1 pound of ground beef
• Taco seasoning

In a large pot, boil the rice.  In separate sauce pan mix the corn, beans, and onions.  In yet another pan, brown the ground beef, drain and add taco seasoning.  Once the rice has boiled and the water has been absorbed, combine the beef with the corn, beans, and onions into the pot of rice.  Let the ingredients simmer for about 15-20 minutes.  Enjoy!

Refried Dip

This is a simple dip that my mother-in-law whipped up.  Perfect any gathering.

REFRIED BEANS DIP

• 1 large can of refried beans
• 1 cup of salsa
• 1 cup of shredded mexican cheese
• 1/4 cup of chopped onions
• 1 cup of sour cream

*Measurements are approximate

Heat refried beans until until lukewarm.  Stir refried beans and salsa together in a serving tray or bowl.  Add cheese and onions.  Top with sour cream.  Serve with your favorite chip.  Enjoy!