Olive Garden Sam Remo Dip

This is a popular appetizer that the Olive Garden has served.  Marina sauce, and seafood make this dip extra special.
6 oz. can tiny shrimp (drained, reserve liquid)
6 oz. can crab meat (drained, reserve liquid)
2 ounces cream cheese, (room temperature and cubed)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon crushed garlic
1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
1/3 cup [...]

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Jack in the Box Mini Sirloin Burgers

Want to make these at home?  We will show you our copy cat recipe for making these mini sirloin burgers at home.  These are simple to make, and would be great at a tailgate party, a sleep over, or make a stack of these for an evening staying in watching moves.   We used bake and [...]

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Squash Casserole – this makes a perfect side dish for a pot luck, or any night of the week.

This is the best I’ve ever tasted! You may substitute 2 10 oz packages broccoli instead of squash. Thanks Judy for sharing this with me!!
4&1/2 cups sliced yellow squash (about 8-10 med sized)
1 chopped sweet onion (or 1 medium if not sweet)
1 can Cream of Celery Soup
1 beaten egg
1&1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 Heaping Tbsp [...]

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Chili’s Southwest Eggrolls – enjoy this restaurant favorite anywhere.  These Southwest style egg rolls are delicious.

This is a well known appetizer dish from Chili’s.  These are filled with chicken breasts, black beans and so much more. 
1 chicken breast fillet
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 tablespoons minced red bell peppers
2 tablespoons minced green onions
1/3 cup frozen corn
1/4 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
2 tablespoons frozen spinach, thawed and drained
2 tablespoons diced, canned [...]

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Mexican Cornbread Casserole – make a Mexican casserole dinner that is easy to make, and reheats well.

This is filling meal.  Mexican cornbread casserole is easy to make, and it makes full meal.  Serve this with a salad for a complete meal.
2 boxes cornbread mix
1 lb ground beef
1 small can chopped green chilies
1 package taco seasoning mix
1 can regular corn
1 can creamed corn
1 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Brown ground beef add taco seasoning [...]

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Four-Cheese Manicotti – a cheesy and meaty hearty pasta dish perfect anytime.

This is a wonderful dish to make for company, or even to make ahead, and reheat for later.  Cheese and meat fill large manicotti shells.  Enjoy this classic Italian dish anytime.
2 15 oz. cans tomato puree
1 15 oz. can crushed tomatoes
1 15 oz. can tomato paste
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 1/2 [...]

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Sweetie Pie’s Macaroni and Cheese – such a comfort food, try this recipe that features a variety of different cheeses.

Creamy, cheesy delicious mac and cheese from a famous St. Louis soul food eatery.  It is hard to turn down a comfort food like this one.
1 pound elbow macaroni pasta
1 cup whole milk
2 cans (12 oz. size) evaporated milk
3 eggs
2 sticks butter, cut into small pieces
1/2 pound Colby cheese, shredded
1/2 pound Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
1/2 [...]

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Enjoy a hamburger that is stuffed with bacon and cheese, these are delicious.  You can make these quickly anytime, and amaze everyone with your stuffed hamburger patties.
8 ounces ground beef 1-ounce cooked bacon, chopped 1-ounce shredded Cheddar 2 tablespoons canola or olive oil [...]

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Olive Garden Shrimp Caprese – enjoy a seasonal Olive Garden recipe at home.

Olive Garden makes creative and inventive recipes.  Their Shrimp Caprese is a delightful meal for the summer.  The fresh basil adds a very nice touch.  Consider using the wine that you make this with one that you enjoy drinking, and one that you will drink with the meal.
3 lbs Roma tomatoes, cored* and cut into [...]

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Everyone enjoys a spicy cheese dip such as Queso.  Whenever you go to a Mexican restaurant the temptation is always to order Queso, we will show you how to make this at home with our recipe.
 
Double boiler 1 large Tomato Diced 1/4 Medium Green Bell Pepper Diced small [...]

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Rueben Casserole – capture the special sandwich flavors in a casserole.

Everything that makes a Rueben sandwich special is in this casserole. This casserole reheats well.
1 can sauerkraut, drained
2 medium tomatoes sliced
2 Tbsp. Thousand Island Dressing
2 package (4 oz) sliced corn beef
2 C. Swiss cheese, shredded
1 can biscuits
2 crisp rye crackers, crushed
1/2 tsp. caraway seed
1. Preheat Oven to 425
2. Spread sauerkraut in bottom of 12 X [...]

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Northwoods Inn Cheese Spread – this is easy to put together, and adds a wonderful touch to your dinner.

This is a delightful cheese spread that will add a special touch to your dinner.  You may want to serve this bread with a warm bowl of soup.
1 lb margarine or butter, softened
3/4 lb finely grated cheddar cheese
3 oz grated Romano cheese
3 tbsp plus 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 tsp dry mustard
1/2 tsp celery salt
2 [...]

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North Woods Inn Garlic Cheese Bread – this goes so well with a bowl of home made soup.

This bread is supposed to be rich, soft, and gooey. It is served with green salad with a creamy blue cheese buttermilk dressing and red cabbage salad.
1 pound grated cheddar cheese
2 ounces grated Romano cheese
1-1/2 pounds margarine or butter (at room temperature)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Hungarian sweet paprika
4 drops Tabasco sauce
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 [...]

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Martha Stewart Macaroni and Cheese – not only is she a domestic goddess, she can make delicious macaroni and cheese.

This is a unique and tasty Macaroni.  The use of white cheddar and Gruyere cheese makes for a very rich Macaroni and Cheese.
8  Tbsp. (1 stick) unsalted butter, plus more for dish
6  slices good white bread, crusts removed, torn into 1/4- to 1/2-inch
pieces
5 1/2 C. milk
1/2  C. all-purpose flour
2  tsp. salt
1/4  tsp. freshly grated nutmeg
1/4  [...]

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Creamy Italian Noodles – this side dish tastes better than any pre-packaged noodle.

You can make a batch of these noodles without using the mix.  These taste so much better than the prepackaged mix.
1 package (8oz) wide egg noodles
1/4 cup margarine, softened
1/2 cup evaporated milk
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 package (0.7 oz) dry Italian salad dressing mix
Cook noodles according to package directions; drain and place in a bowl. [...]

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