Category: Food and Recipes
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Classic Tuna Noodle Casserole With Peas and Crunchy Topping
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 8 servings Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 35 minutes Total Time: 55 minutes Quick Ingredients 12 oz egg noodles 2 (5 oz) cans tuna in water, drained 1 cup frozen peas 3 tbsp unsalted butter 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup) 2 celery ribs, finely chopped…
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French Onion Chicken and Rice Casserole with Gruyère and Crispy Onions
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 6 servings Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes Quick Ingredients 1 1/2 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 6 thighs) 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt, divided; 1/2 tsp black pepper 1 tsp dried thyme 2 tbsp unsalted butter; 1 tbsp…
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Chili Cornbread Casserole With Cheddar and Scallions
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 8 servings (9×13-inch casserole) Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 55 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes (plus 10 minutes rest, optional) Quick Ingredients 2 tbsp olive oil 1 large yellow onion, diced 1 green bell pepper, diced 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 lb ground beef (80–90% lean) 2…
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Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes and Ham Bake
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 8 servings (one 9×13-inch baking dish) Prep Time: 25 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour 45 minutes Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes (includes 20 minutes resting) Quick Ingredients 3 lb Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled (optional) and sliced 1/8-inch thick 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced 1 1/2 lb cooked ham,…
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Cheesy Baked Ziti With Italian Sausage and Ricotta
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 8 servings Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 45 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes Quick Ingredients 1 lb (454 g) ziti pasta 1 tbsp olive oil 1 lb (454 g) Italian sausage (sweet or hot), casings removed (or 90% lean ground beef) 1 small yellow onion, finely diced…
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Tex-Mex Taco Pasta Casserole With Cheese and Tortilla Chips
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 8 servings Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 50 minutes Quick Ingredients 12 oz (340 g) dry rotini (or medium shells) 1 lb (454 g) lean ground beef (85–90%) 1 medium yellow onion, diced (about 1 cup) 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 tbsp taco seasoning 1/2…
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Chicken Pot Pie Biscuit Casserole With Creamy Thyme Gravy
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 6 to 8 servings Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 45 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes Quick Ingredients 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced 4 tbsp unsalted butter; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth; 1 cup milk 1 tsp dried thyme; 1 tsp kosher…
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Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake With Cheddar and Ranch
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 6 servings Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 50 minutes Quick Ingredients 12 oz (340 g) penne pasta 3 cups (about 1 lb / 450 g) cooked shredded chicken 4 tbsp unsalted butter 2 tbsp all-purpose flour 2 cups whole milk 4 oz cream cheese, softened…
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Cheesy Tater Tot Hotdish with Ground Beef and Creamy Mushroom Sauce
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 8 servings (one 9×13-inch hotdish) Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 45 minutes Total Time: 1 hour Quick Ingredients 1 1/2 lb ground beef (80–90% lean) or ground turkey 1 medium yellow onion, diced (about 1 1/2 cups) 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tbsp olive oil (optional, for lean turkey)…
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Cabbage Roll Casserole With Meat, Rice, and Tomato Sauce
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 8 servings Prep Time: 25 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes Quick Ingredients 2 tbsp olive oil, divided 1 large green cabbage (about 2 1/2 lb), cored and chopped (about 10–12 cups) 1 large yellow onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 1/2…
