I’m starting to come to a realization. I believe I am becoming a fan of casseroles. They taste great, are easy to prepare and heat up really well as a leftover – everything a single guy on a budget could ask for. This time around, I’m taking some leftover Easter ham and mixing it with some hash browns, cheese, onions and other goodness for what is sure to be a tasty treat.
Ingredients:
1/2 half of 32 oz bag Ore Ida Hash Browns (square chunks, not shredded)
1 cup sour cream
1/2 can cream of chicken soup
1/2 onion, finely chopped
7 tablespoons melted margarine
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar
1 cup ham chunks
1 cup cornflakes
Directions:
Thaw potatoes in bowl and season with salt and pepper.
In a separate bowl mix together sour cream, soup, onion, and 3 tablespoons melted margarine.
Add potatoes, ham and cheese. Mix together.
Place into greased baking dish. Melt remaining 4 tablespoons margarine in bowl. Add cornflakes and stir to coat.
Place on top of potato mixture and spread to cover. Bake at 350 for 45 minutes uncovered.
Today’s recipe comes from overhearing a conversation at work between a few coworkers. After hearing the words buffalo chicken ring I had to find out the details of the conversation and obtain a recipe. What came next was something I found very exciting. I am happy to report my listening skills paid off with this little dish. Quick, easy and very tasty – this treat will make you popular at the next party you host or attend. (more…)
Between a full week out of town and what I now refer to as the Great Cold of 2010, my cooking was on hold for much of January. Thankfully, the fun can return and with it comes another casserole bake. This time around the recipe comes from a book given to me by my good friend Greg Sorvig (@gsorvig) – 365 Easy One-Dish Recipes. While I was tempted by the Sassy Sandwiches section, I settled on the Spaghetti Bake, etc.
I would also like to mention this weeks episode is sponsored by rickyleepotts of http://blog.rickyleepotts.com/ (@rickyleepotts) Be sure to check that out – my favorite section is food and beverage. (more…)
Day two of holiday cookies is here and so is the recipe for Oreo Fudge Bars. Equally simple in their preparation and full of chocolaty goodness, you can’t go wrong with this creation when in need of a quick sweet dish.
It’s that time of the year once again. You know, that time when everyone is inviting you to some kind of holiday get-together. Today I was hit with the timeless classic – the neighborhood holiday block party. Considering one neighbor thought I was married for the last two years and then worried I got a divorce and another apparently thinks my name is Ryan, I decided it was time to get to know them a little better.
That being said, you can’t show up empty handed to a gathering. Sure, I could bring a bottle of wine and take the easy way out but where is the fun in that? Instead, it’s time to turn to two timeless cookie recipes. The first is known in my family as Papa Vern Cookies. The recipe has many variations and names but that is what we learned to call them over the years after learning about the recipe from a family member – Vern himself.
The second recipe was a fan submission. Erin was nice enough to send me her recipe of choice for Oreo Fudge Bars. Sounding equally as convenient as Papa Vern Cookies I thought I would give that one a whirl as well. Why not set a good example with the neighbors by bringing two varieties of sweet delights? I know I would be pleased.
I will be splitting the recipes up over the next two days. First up, Papa Vern Cookies. (more…)
Cuisine Made Quick is back! After nearly seven months, I’m here just in time for the holiday season. First up on the list is a Jiffy Corn Bake. This is a recipe I first encountered about a week ago while enjoying an early Thanksgiving dinner with some friends. I figured I would check online and mesh together my own variation on this interesting dish.
The preparation is very minimal, the ingredients don’t cost much and you can even mix everything together early and pop it in the oven about 40 mins before needed. This is a great dish to bring to someone’s house if you are invited for dinner. (more…)
