Main Dishes

                                                

 

 

Fiesta Meatloaf

time
prep:
15 min
total:
1 hr 20 min
servings total: 8 servings
 
2 lb.  lean ground beef
1 pkg.  (6 oz.) STOVE TOP Stuffing Mix for Chicken
1 cup  water
2 eggs, beaten
2 tsp.  chili powder
1/2 cup  TACO BELL® Thick & Chunky Salsa, divided
3/4 cup  KRAFT Mexican Style Finely Shredded Cheddar Jack Cheese

HEAT oven to 375°F.

MIX all ingredients except 1/4 cup salsa and cheese.

SHAPE into oval loaf in 13x9-inch baking dish; top with remaining salsa.

BAKE 1 hour or until done (160ºF). Top with cheese; bake 5 min. or until melted.

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Kraft Kitchens Tips

Serving Suggestion
Serve this comfort food with hot mashed potatoes and steamed broccoli.
Fiesta Meatballs
Increase salsa to 1-1/4 cups. Mix meat mixture as directed; shape into 48 meatballs. Cook, in batches, in large skillet on medium heat 12 min. or until evenly browned and done (160°F), turning frequently. Spoon onto platter; top with remaining salsa and cheese.
Fiesta Burgers
Mix meat mixture as directed; shape into 8 patties. Grill, broil or pan fry until done (160°F), topping with remaining salsa and cheese for the last 2 min.

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Foil-Pack Bruschetta Chicken Bake

Foil-Pack Bruschetta Chicken Bake 
 prep time
10 min
total time
50 min
makes
6 servings
 
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recipe by: kraft
 
1 can (28 oz.) diced tomatoes, drained
1 pkg.  (6 oz.) STOVE TOP Stuffing Mix for Chicken
2 cloves garlic, minced
6 small  boneless skinless chicken breast halves (1-1/2 lb.)
1 tsp. dried basil leaves
1 cup  KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
HEAT oven to 400ºF.

COMBINE tomatoes, stuffing mix and garlic just until stuffing mix is moistened.

PLACE 1 chicken breast on center of each of 6 large sheets of heavy-duty foil sprayed with cooking spray; top with basil, stuffing mixture and cheese. Bring up foil sides; double fold top and ends to seal each packet, leaving room for heat circulation inside. Place in 15x10x1-inch pan.

BAKE 30 to 35 min. or until chicken is done (165ºF). Cool 5 min. Cut slits in foil to release steam before opening packets.

Kraft Kitchens Tips

Substitute
No heavy-duty foil on hand? Just use double-layer sheets of regular foil instead.

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Spicy Chicken Stir-Fry 

Spicy Chicken Stir-Fry 
 
Prep Time:
10 min
Total Time:
22 min
Makes:
4 servings, 1-3/4 cups each
 
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
1/2 cup  KRAFT Asian Toasted Sesame Dressing, divided
1 tsp. hot pepper sauce
1 pkg.  (16 oz.) frozen stir-fry vegetables, thawed, drained
1 can (8 oz.) pineapple chunks in juice, drained
1/4 cup  PLANTERS Lightly Salted COCKTAIL Peanuts
2 cups hot cooked whole grain brown rice
 

TOSS chicken with 1/4 cup dressing and hot sauce; set aside. Heat remaining dressing in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat. Add vegetables; stir-fry 1 min. Add chicken mixture; stir-fry 4 to 5 min. or until chicken is done.

STIR in pineapple and nuts; cook 5 min. or until heated through, stirring occasionally.

SERVE over rice.

Kraft Kitchens Tips

Special Extra
Garnish with 1/4 cup chopped cilantro or thinly sliced green onions just before serving.

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Broccoli-Cheddar Chicken Bundles

Broccoli-Cheddar Chicken Bundles 
 
Prep Time:
10 min
Total Time:
40 min
Makes:
4 servings, two bundles each
 
8 boneless skinless chicken thighs (1 lb.)
1 cup  frozen broccoli florets, thawed, chopped
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese
4 slices  OSCAR MAYER Bacon, cooked, crumbled
1 pouch SHAKE 'N BAKE Extra Crispy Seasoned Coating Mix
 
PREHEAT oven to 400ºF. Place chicken thighs, smooth-sides down, on cutting board. Flatten slightly by pounding with meat mallet to 1/2-inch thickness. Top evenly with broccoli; sprinkle with cheese and bacon.

ROLL up each chicken thigh tightly, starting at one of the short ends; secure with wooden toothpicks. Place coating mix in shallow bowl. Roll each chicken bundle in coating mix until evenly coated on all sides. Place, seam-sides down in single layer in foil-lined shallow baking pan.

BAKE 25 to 30 min. or until chicken is cooked through (170ºF). Remove and discard toothpicks before serving.

Kraft Kitchens Tips

Serving Suggestion
Serve with mashed potatoes and a tossed green salad.
How to Microwave Bacon
Place bacon on double-layer of paper towels on microwaveable plate; top with another sheet of paper towel. Microwave on HIGH 3 to 3-1/2 min. or until bacon is crisp.

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Rosemary-Dijon Pork Chops & Oven Potatoes Dinner 

 
Prep Time:
15 min
Total Time:
45 min
Makes:
4 servings
 
1 lb. potatoes (about 3 small), cut into 1-inch chunks
1/4 cup  KRAFT Light House Italian Dressing
4 bone-in pork chops (1-1/2 lb.), 1/2 inch thick
4 tsp.  GREY POUPON Dijon Mustard
1/2 cup SHAKE 'N BAKE Original Pork Seasoned Coating Mix
1/4 tsp.  dried rosemary leaves, crushed
2 cups hot cooked baby carrots
 
HEAT oven to 375°F. Toss potatoes with dressing in microwaveable bowl. Microwave on HIGH 7 min., stirring after 4 min.

SPREAD chops with mustard. Mix coating mix and rosemary in shallow dish. Add chops; turn over to evenly coat both sides of each chop. Place in center of foil-lined 15x10x1-inch pan; surround with potatoes.

BAKE 30 min. or until chops are done (160°F) and potatoes are tender. Serve with carrots.

Kraft Kitchens Tips

How to Make Cleanup Easy
A foil-lined pan makes cleanup a breeze since it prevents the food from sticking to the pan.

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Easy Italian Pasta Bake

Easy Italian Pasta Bake 
 
Prep Time:
20 min
Total Time:
40 min
Makes:
6 servings, 1-1/3 cups each
 
1 lb. extra lean ground beef
3 cups  whole wheat penne pasta, cooked, drained
1 jar (26 oz.) spaghetti sauce
1/3 cup  KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese, divided
1-1/2 cups KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
 

HEAT oven to 375°F. Brown meat in large skillet; drain. Add pasta, sauce and 1/2 the Parmesan; mix well.

SPOON into 13x9-inch dish; top with remaining cheeses.

BAKE 20 min. or until heated through.

Kraft Kitchens Tips

Substitute
Prepare using regular penne pasta.
Variation
Substitute 2 cups BOCA Ground Crumbles for the ground beef. No need to brown or thaw the crumbles in skillet--simply combine with the pasta, sauce and Parmesan cheese; spoon into baking dish and bake as directed.
Special Extra
Brown meat with 1 tsp. Italian seasoning and 3 cloves garlic, minced.

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Rosemary-Roasted Chicken & Potatoes

Rosemary-Roasted Chicken & Potatoes
Prep Time:
20 min
Total Time:
1 hr 45 min
Makes:
6 servings
 
6 oz. (3/4 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
2 tsp.  dried rosemary leaves, divided
1 tsp. pepper, divided
1 whole  roasting chicken (3-1/2 lb.)
6 Tbsp. KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing, divided
2 lb.  red potatoes (about 5), cut into 1-inch chunks
6 slices OSCAR MAYER Bacon, crisply cooked, crumbled
2   green onions, sliced
 
HEAT oven to 375°F. Mix cream cheese, 1 tsp. rosemary and 1/2 tsp. pepper. Starting at neck of chicken, use handle of wooden spoon or fingers to carefully separate skin from meat of the breast, thighs and legs of chicken, being careful to not tear the skin. Spoon cream cheese mixture under skin; use fingers to push and spread some of the mixture out to thighs and legs. Place chicken in shallow baking pan. Brush with 2 Tbsp. dressing.

TOSS potatoes with remaining dressing, rosemary and pepper in separate pan. Bake chicken and potatoes 1-1/4 hours or until chicken is done (165ºF), stirring potatoes every 30 min.

TRANSFER chicken to large serving dish, reserving juices in pan. Let chicken stand 10 min. Meanwhile, add bacon and onions to potatoes; mix lightly. Spoon around chicken in dish. Skim fat from reserved chicken juices in pan; discard. Spoon juices over chicken and potatoes.

Kraft Kitchens Tips

Serving Suggestion
Serve with a crisp, mixed green salad tossed with your favorite KRAFT Dressing to round out the meal.
Note
Don't be alarmed if you tear the skin a bit - the chicken will still be deliciously moist.
Note
Baking the chicken and potatoes in separate pans makes it easy to reserve the flavorful juices of the chicken in one pan while the potatoes are baked to crisp and golden brown-perfection in the other pan.

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Simple Southern-Style "Unfried" Chicken
 
 
Prep Time:
15 min
Total Time:
1 hr 30 min
Makes:
6 servings

What You Need

1 broiler-fryer chicken (3-1/4 lb.), cut up
1/2 cup  KRAFT Light Ranch Dressing
1 pkt. SHAKE 'N BAKE Extra Crispy Seasoned Coating Mix

Make It

REMOVE skin from all chicken pieces except wings. Place chicken in large resealable plastic bag. Add dressing. Seal bag; turn to evenly coat chicken with dressing. Refrigerate 30 min. to marinate.

HEAT oven to 400°F. Place coating mix in pie plate or shallow dish. Dip chicken in coating mix, turning each piece over to evenly coat both sides. Place in single layer on baking sheet. Sprinkle with any remaining coating mix. Discard bag and marinade.

BAKE 40 to 45 min. or until chicken is cooked through (165°F).

Kraft Kitchens Tips

Special Extra
For a spicier version, add hot sauce to taste to dressing before marinating chicken.

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Weeknight Lasagna Toss  

Weeknight Lasagna Toss 
Prep Time:
5 min
Total Time:
28 min
Makes:
4 servings, 2 cups each
What You Need
 
1 lb. lean ground beef
2 cups  chopped green peppers (about 2 peppers)
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 jar  (26 oz.) spaghetti sauce
1-2/3 cups water
1/4 cup  KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing
12 oven-ready lasagna noodles, broken into quarters
1 cup  KRAFT Shredded Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese
Make It
 
BROWN meat in large (4-qt.) saucepan on medium heat; drain.

ADD peppers, garlic, spaghetti sauce, water and dressing; bring to boil. Stir in noodles; reduce heat to medium-low. Cover.

COOK, stirring occasionally, 10 to 15 min. or until noodles are tender. Remove from heat. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover; let stand 5 min. or until cheese is melted.

Kraft Kitchens Tips
 
Special Extra
Stir 1/2 cup BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN Ricotta Cheese into noodle mixture before sprinkling with shredded cheese.
Shortcut
Traditional lasagna can take up to 2 hours to prepare. Our version only takes 28 minutes. You save over 1-1/2 hours!
Substitute
Substitute 12 regular lasagna noodles, broken into small pieces, for the oven-ready noodles. Increase water to 2 cups and cook 30 min., stirring occasionally.

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Easy Chicken Parmesan  

Easy Chicken Parmesan 
Prep Time:
5 min
Total Time:
40 min
Makes:
6 servings
What You Need
 
1 jar (26 oz.) spaghetti sauce
6 Tbsp.  KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese, divided
6 small boneless skinless chicken breast halves (1-1/2 lb.)
1-1/2 cups  KRAFT Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
Make It
 
HEAT oven to 375°F. Pour sauce into 13x9-inch baking dish. Stir in 1/4 cup (4 Tbsp.) Parmesan. Add chicken; turn to coat both sides with sauce. Cover with foil.

BAKE 30 min. Uncover.

TOP with remaining cheeses; bake 5 min. or until chicken is done (165ºF) and cheese is melted.

Kraft Kitchens Tips
 
Cooking Know-How
If using larger chicken breasts, cut them lengthwise in half before placing in the baking dish to ensure that they get done in the 35-min. bake time.
Special Extra
Try serving this delicious baked chicken over your favorite hot cooked pasta!
Substitute
Prepare using KRAFT Shredded Low-Moisture Part Skim Mozzarella Cheese.

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Sausage and Tomato Rigatoni  

Sausage and Tomato Rigatoni 
Prep Time:
10 min
Total Time:
30 min
Makes:
4 servings, about 2 cups each
What You Need
 
4 cups rigatoni pasta (8 oz.), uncooked
1 lb.  Italian sausage, cut into chunks
1 red onion, sliced
1/4 cup  tomato paste
1/4 cup KRAFT Sun-Dried Tomato Dressing
1/4 cup  chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese
Make It
 
COOK pasta as directed on package.

MEANWHILE, brown sausage in large nonstick skillet; drain. Stir in onions and tomato paste; cover. Cook 15 min. or until onions are tender and sausage is cooked through, stirring occasionally. Stir in dressing.

TOSS sausage mixture with pasta. Sprinkle with parsley and cheese.

Kraft Kitchens Tips
 
Serving Suggestion
Enjoy a "dinner combo" by adding a bagged salad tossed with your pick of KRAFT Dressing.
Cooking Know-How
The easiest way to cut up raw sausage is with a pair of kitchen shears - it only takes seconds!
Substitute
You can use 4 cups of any of your favorite pasta shapes in this recipe.

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Quick-Fix Beef Burrito Skillet  

Quick-Fix Beef Burrito Skillet 
Prep Time:
10 min
Total Time:
35 min
Makes:
4 servings, 1-1/2 cups each
What You Need
 
1 lb. lean ground beef
1 pkg.  (1-1/4 oz.) TACO BELL® HOME ORIGINALS® Taco Seasoning Mix
1 can (19 oz.) kidney beans, drained, rinsed
1 cup  TACO BELL® HOME ORIGINALS® Thick 'N Chunky Salsa
1 cup water
4   flour tortillas (6 inch), cut into 1-1/2-inch squares
1 cup KRAFT Mexican Style Shredded Four Cheese
1/3 cup  BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN Sour Cream
1/3 cup chopped green onions (about 1 large)
Make It
 
BROWN meat in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat; drain.

ADD seasoning mix, beans, salsa and water; stir. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer 5 min.

STIR in tortillas; top with cheese. Cover; let stand 5 min. or until cheese is melted. Top with sour cream and onions.

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Kraft Kitchens Tips
 
Family Fun
Take a walk with your family after enjoying this delicious meal.
Special Extra
Top with your favorite Mexican-style toppings just before serving, such as shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes and/or chopped avocados.

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20-Minute Skillet Salmon  

20-Minute Skillet Salmon 
Prep Time:
10 min
Total Time:
20 min
Makes:
4 servings
What You Need

 

1 Tbsp. oil
4   salmon fillets (1 lb.)
1 cup fat-free milk
1/2 cup  (1/2 of 8-oz. tub) PHILADELPHIA Light Cream Cheese Spread
1/2 cup chopped cucumbers
2 Tbsp.  chopped fresh dill
Make It

 

HEAT oil in large skillet on medium-high heat. Add salmon; cook 5 min. on each side or until salmon flakes easily with fork. Remove from skillet; cover to keep warm.

ADD milk and cream cheese spread to skillet; cook and stir until cream cheese spread is melted and mixture is well blended. Stir in cucumbers and dill.

RETURN salmon to skillet. Cook 2 min. or until heated through. Serve salmon topped with the cream cheese sauce.

Kraft Kitchens Tips

 

Cooking Know-How
When salmon is done, it will appear opaque and flake easily with fork.
Food Facts
Check salmon fillets for bones before cooking by running fingers over surface. Small bumps are usually a sign of bones. Use tweezers to remove any bones.
Substitute
Substitute 2 tsp. dill weed for the 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh dill.

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Foil-Pack Taco Chicken   

Foil-Pack Taco Chicken 
Prep Time:
10 min
Total Time:
50 min
Makes:
4 servings
What You Need

 

4 small boneless skinless chicken breast halves (1 lb.)
4 tsp.  TACO BELL® HOME ORIGINALS® Taco Seasoning Mix
1/2 lb. red potatoes, thinly sliced (about 2 cups)
3/4 cup  KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Reduced Fat Four Cheese Mexican Style Cheese
1/2 cup TACO BELL® HOME ORIGINALS® Thick 'N Chunky Salsa
1/4 cup  BREAKSTONE'S Reduced Fat or KNUDSEN Light Sour Cream
Make It

 

HEAT oven to 400°F. Sprinkle chicken with seasoning mix. Place 1/2 cup potatoes on center of each of four large sheets of heavy-duty foil; top with chicken, cheese and salsa.

BRING up foil sides. Double fold top and both ends to seal each packet, leaving room for heat circulation inside. Place in 15x10x1-inch baking pan.

BAKE 30 to 35 min. or until chicken is cooked through (165°F). Cool 5 min. Cut slits in foil to release steam before opening. Top with sour cream.

TACO BELL® and HOME ORIGINALS® are trademarks owned and licensed by Taco Bell Corp.
Kraft Kitchens Tips

 

Serving Suggestion
For added color and texture, serve with a mixed green salad tossed with your favorite KRAFT Light Dressing.
Cooking Know-How
If the chicken breast halves in your market are larger than 4 oz., they will take longer to cook. Be sure to cook them long enough so that they are cooked through (165°F).
Cooking Know-How
To prevent potatoes from sticking to foil, spray foil with cooking spray or use nonstick foil.

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Spicy Chicken Mac Skillet  

Spicy Chicken Mac Skillet
Prep Time:
10 min
Total Time:
30 min
Makes:
6 servings, 1-1/3 cups each
1 pkg. (7-1/4 oz.) KRAFT Macaroni & Cheese Dinner
1 Tbsp.  olive oil
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
1 can  (14-1/2 oz.) diced tomatoes and green chilies, drained
1 can (14-1/2 oz.) diced tomatoes, drained
1 can  (10-3/4 oz.) condensed cream of chicken soup
1/2 cup KRAFT Mexican Style Shredded Cheese
PREPARE Dinner as directed on package.

MEANWHILE, heat oil in large skillet on medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook and stir 5 min. or until lightly browned and cooked through. Reduce heat to medium; stir in tomatoes and soup. Cook 5 min., stirring occasionally.

ADD Dinner; stir until well blended. Sprinkle with cheese; cover. Cook 5 min. or until cheese is melted.

 

Kraft Kitchens Tips

Serving Suggestion
Serve with a crisp green salad tossed with KRAFT Light Ranch Dressing.
Substitute
Prepare as directed, using KRAFT Shredded Colby & Monterey Jack Cheese or KRAFT Shredded Mild Cheddar Cheese.

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Pronto Pasta Italiano  

Pronto Pasta Italiano 
Prep Time:
5 min
Total Time:
20 min
Makes:
4 servings, 1-1/2 cups each
1 pkg. (7-1/4 oz.) KRAFT Macaroni & Cheese Dinner
1 lb.  lean ground beef
1 jar (15 oz.) pizza sauce
1/2 cup  KRAFT Shredded Pizza! Four Cheese
PREPARE Dinner as on directed on package. Meanwhile, brown meat in large skillet; drain, if necessary.

ADD Dinner and pizza sauce; mix lightly. Sprinkle with shredded cheese; cover. Reduce heat to low; cook 2 min. or until shredded cheese begins to melt.

Kraft Kitchens Tips

Serving Suggestion
Serve with CRYSTAL LIGHT Iced Tea and a mixed green salad tossed with KRAFT Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing.

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Corned Beef and Cabbage

 

SERVINGS

6-8

CATEGORY

 

Main Dish

METHOD

Slow Cooker

PREP

15 min.

COOK

480 min.

TOTAL

495 min.

INGREDIENTS

1 medium onion, cut into wedges
4 large red potatoes, quartered
1 pound baby carrots
3 cups water
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 bay leaf
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 corned beef brisket with spice packet (2-1/2 to 3 pounds), cut in half
1 small head cabbage, cut into wedges

DIRECTIONS

Place the onion, potatoes and carrots in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Combine the water, garlic, bay leaf, sugar, vinegar, pepper and contents of spice packet; pour over vegetables. Top with brisket and cabbage.
    Cover and cook on low for 8-9 hours or until meat and vegetables are tender. Discard bay leaf before serving. Yield: 6-8 servings.

Printed from tasteofhome.com Mar 10, 2008
Copyright Reiman Media Group, Inc © 2008
Shared by Janet Kirsch Gray

Updated Shepherd's Pie   

Updated Shepherd's Pie
Prep Time:
30 min
Total Time:
50 min
Makes:
6 servings, about 1-1/2 cups each
1-1/4 lb. red potatoes, cut into chunks
3 large  cloves garlic, peeled
3/4 cup BREAKSTONE'S Reduced Fat or KNUDSEN Light Sour Cream
1/2 cup  KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Reduced Fat Sharp Cheddar Cheese, divided
1 lb. extra lean ground beef
2 Tbsp.  flour
4 cups frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
3/4 cup  reduced-sodium beef broth
2 Tbsp. ketchup
PLACE potatoes and garlic in large saucepan; add enough water to cover. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to low; simmer 20 min. or until potatoes are tender. Drain; return to saucepan. Add sour cream; mash potatoes until smooth. Stir in 1/4 cup of the cheese.

PREHEAT oven to 375°F. Brown meat in large nonstick skillet. Stir in flour; cook 1 min. Add vegetables, broth and ketchup; cook 5 min. Spoon into 8-inch square baking dish; cover with potatoes.

BAKE 18 min.; sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup cheese. Bake an additional 2 min. or until cheese is melted.

Kraft Kitchens Tips

Makeover - How We Did It
We've taken a classic recipe and gave it a makeover. We omitted butter from the mashed potatoes and added BREAKSTONE'S Reduced Fat or KNUDSEN Light Sour Cream and cheese for a great taste and creamy texture. In addition, we used extra lean ground beef in place of regular ground beef. These small changes result in a savings of 90 calories and 15 grams of fat per serving!
Substitute
Substitute 1 cup BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN Low Fat Cottage Cheese for the sour cream. Place cottage cheese in food processor or blender; cover. Blend until smooth, scraping down side of container several times.

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Easy Cassoulet

Serves
8
 
Prep Time 25
Cook Time 105
Total time 130
Oven Temp 375

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From the French country kitchen, this classic bean-based stew is the ultimate comfort food for a chilly evening.

Stew
4 slice(s) thick-cut bacon, cut into 1/2-inch strips
8 (about 3 pounds) chicken thighs, skin and excess fat removed
8 (about 1 1/4 pounds) sweet Italian sausage links
1 large onion, coarsely chopped (2 cups)
1 tablespoon(s) chopped garlic
1 1/2 cup(s) dry Riesling or white wine
1 can(s) (28-ounce) diced tomatoes in juice, undrained
4 can(s) (15-ounce) small white beans, rinsed, drained (6 cups)
2 large yellow bell peppers, cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks
1/2 cup chopped parsley
1 tablespoon(s) chopped fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon(s) chopped thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon hot red-pepper flakes
Topping:
2 tablespoon(s) olive oil
2 cup(s) coarse fresh breadcrumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoon(s) chopped fresh thyme

DIRECTIONS

  1. Stew: Heat oven to 375 degrees F. Cook bacon in a 6- to 8-quart Dutch oven over medium heat until crisp and fat has rendered; drain bacon on paper towel. In drippings, brown chicken and sausages all over, in batches, about 8 minutes per batch; transfer to a shallow roasting pan as they are browned. Bake 15 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, add onion and garlic to drippings in Dutch oven; cook, stirring frequently, 6 minutes. Add wine, scraping browned bits from bottom of pot, about 2 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, beans, and remaining stew ingredients, and bring mixture to a simmer. Remove chicken and sausages from oven; stir into bean mixture with any accumulated juices from roasting pan. Sprinkle bacon bits over top. Cover pot and bake 45 minutes, until chicken is cooked through and tender.
  3. Topping: Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat; add breadcrumbs. Cook, stirring, 7 to 8 minutes, until toasted. Cool; stir in cheese and thyme. To serve, spoon stew onto large plates. Sprinkle each serving with toasted-breadcrumb mixture.

 

Chicken Nacho Bake                          

Prep Time:
10 min

Total Time:
40 min                                                                                                                       
Makes:
4 servings
4 small boneless skinless chicken breast halves (1 lb.)
1/2 cup  TACO BELL® HOME ORIGINALS® Thick 'N Chunky Salsa
1/4 cup BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN Sour Cream
1/2 cup  crushed tortilla chips
1/2 cup KRAFT Mexican Style Shredded Four Cheese
PREHEAT oven to 400ºF. Place chicken on foil-covered baking sheet. Slice three cuts on top of each chicken breast with sharp knife.

TOP each chicken breast evenly with salsa, sour cream and tortilla chips.

BAKE 20 min. Remove from oven; sprinkle with cheese. Bake an additional 10 min. or until chicken is cooked through (165ºF).

TACO BELL® and HOME ORIGINALS® are trademarks owned and licensed by Taco Bell Corp.

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Layered Meatball Bake

Prep Time: 5 min
Total Time: 30 min
Makes: 6 servings


 

1 pkg. (6 oz.) STOVE TOP Stuffing Mix for Chicken
1 can (10-3/4 oz.) reduced-sodium condensed cream of mushroom soup
1/4 cup milk
1 pkg. (1 lb.) frozen meatballs
2 cups frozen peas
1 cup KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Reduced Fat Cheddar Cheese
 
PREHEAT oven to 400ºF. Prepare stuffing mix as directed on package for Light Preparation; set aside.
COMBINE soup and milk in 13x9-inch baking dish. Stir in meatballs and peas; sprinkle with cheese. Top with the prepared stuffing.
BAKE 20 to 25 min. or until heated through.
 

KRAFT KITCHENS TIPS


Serving Suggestion
Serve this main dish with a mixed green salad for a quick and tasty weekday meal.

Variation
Prepare as directed, substituting 1 can (14-1/2 oz.) diced tomatoes for the soup, omitting milk and using Italian-flavored meatballs and KRAFT Shredded Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese.

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Beefy One-Pot Dinner

Prep Time: 10 min
Total Time: 35 min
Makes: 4 servings, 1-1/4 cups each


 

1 lb. lean ground beef
1 cup chopped onions
1 cup thinly sliced carrots
1 cup finely chopped potatoes
1 cup water
1 can (14 oz.) baked beans
1/2 cup KRAFT Original Barbecue Sauce
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese
 
BROWN meat in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat; drain. Add vegetables; cook 5 min., stirring occasionally.
STIR in water. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and simmer 10 min. or until vegetables are tender.
ADD beans and barbecue sauce; stir. Cook 5 min. or until heated through. Sprinkle with cheese.
 
KRAFT KITCHENS TIPS

Healthy Living
Save 60 calories, 7 grams fat and 3 grams saturated fat per serving by preparing with extra lean ground beef and KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Reduced Fat Cheddar Cheese.

Jazz It Up
For spicier flavor, stir in hot pepper sauce or ground red pepper (cayenne) to taste with the beans and barbecue sauce.

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Italian-Style Marinated Steak

Prep Time: 5 min
Total Time: 50 min
Makes: 4 servings


 

1/2 cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing
2 boneless beef sirloin steaks (1 lb.)
1/2 cup A.1. Original Steak Sauce
 
POUR dressing over steaks in resealable plastic bag; seal bag. Turn bag over several times to evenly coat steaks with dressing. Refrigerate 30 min. to marinate.
PREHEAT grill to medium-high heat. Remove steaks from marinade; discard bag and marinade.
GRILL steaks 4 to 5 min. on each side or until medium doneness (160°F.) Brush steaks with steak sauce; let stand 10 min. Cut into thin slices to serve. Garnish with grilled cherry tomatoes, if desired.
 

KRAFT KITCHENS TIPS


Serving Suggestion
Balance this grilled steak with smart side dishes, such as grilled vegetables and a mixed green salad for a delicious summertime dinner.

Make Ahead
Place steaks in large freezer-weight resealable plastic bag. Add dressing; seal bag. Freeze up to 2 months. Thaw in refrigerator, then grill as directed. The meat marinates as it thaws.

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Chicken Salad Panini

Prep Time: 10 min
Total Time: 15 min
Makes: 4 servings, one sandwich each

2-1/2 cups chopped cooked chicken breast
1/4 cup KRAFT Mayo Light Mayonnaise
2 Tbsp. OSCAR MAYER Real Bacon Bits
2 Tbsp. thin green onion slices
2 Tbsp. KRAFT Light Ranch Reduced Fat Dressing
8 slices multigrain bread
1 tomato, cut into 8 thin slices
4 KRAFT DELI DELUXE 2% Milk Reduced Fat Sharp Cheddar Cheese Slices
 
MIX chicken, mayo, bacon, onions and dressing; spread onto 4 bread slices. Top with tomatoes, cheese and remaining bread.
COOK in preheated grill pan or skillet sprayed with cooking spray on medium heat until golden brown.
 

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Jazz It Up
Stir a little GREY POUPON Dijon Mustard into chicken salad mixture before spreading onto bread slices as directed.

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This came from Roxie Rutherford, a friend of Sherry Coles and she brought it to their Bakery Retiree picnic. Yummy enough to share--

Saucy Baked Chops

Prep Time: 5 min
Total Time: 50 min
Makes: 4 servings, one chop each

4 bone-in center-cut pork chops (1 lb.)
1/2 cup KRAFT Original Barbecue Sauce
2 Tbsp. orange marmalade
1 tsp. ground ginger
1 tsp. garlic powder
 
PREHEAT oven to 400ºF. Place chops in 8-inch square baking dish.
COMBINE sauce, marmalade, ginger and garlic powder; spoon evenly over chops.
BAKE 45 min. or until chops are cooked through (160ºF).
 
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Serving Suggestion
Serve with a hot baked potato and steamed broccoli.

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"Pizza" Pasta Toss

Prep Time: 10 min
Total Time: 25 min
Makes: 4 servings


 

3 cups (8 oz.) penne pasta, uncooked
1/4 cup KRAFT Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing
2 oz. OSCAR MAYER Pepperoni, quartered
10 mushrooms, sliced (about 2 cups)
1 green pepper, chopped (about 1 cup)
2 cups spaghetti sauce
1 cup KRAFT Finely Shredded Italian Style Five Cheese Blend
 
COOK pasta as directed on package.
MEANWHILE, heat dressing in large nonstick skillet on medium heat. Add pepperoni, mushrooms and peppers; cook and stir 8 min. or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Add sauce; mix well. Cover. Reduce heat to low; simmer 3 min.
DRAIN pasta; place in large serving bowl. Add sauce mixture and cheese; toss to coat.
 

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Variation
Omit pepperoni. Reduce vegetable cooking time to 5 min. Add 2 slices cooked and crumbled OSCAR MAYER Bacon along with the cheese.

Shortcut
To quickly cut the pepperoni, simply stack the slices before cutting into quarters as directed.

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Chicken Club Twister

Prep Time: 5 min
Total Time: 5 min
Makes: 1 serving


 

1 tortilla (8 to 9 inch)
1 Tbsp. KRAFT Mayo Hot 'N Spicy Real Mayonnaise
1 Tbsp. OSCAR MAYER Real Bacon Bits
2 oz. (1/3 of 6-oz. pkg.) OSCAR MAYER Grilled Chicken Breast Strips
1 KRAFT DELI DELUXE Mild Cheddar Cheese Slice
Thinly sliced tomato
Romaine lettuce
 
SPREAD tortilla with mayo; sprinkle with bacon bits.
LAYER with chicken strips, cheese, tomato and romaine. Roll up.
 

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Healthy Living
Substitute KRAFT Mayo Light Mayonnaise, KRAFT Mayo Fat Free Mayonnaise Dressing, MIRACLE WHIP Light Dressing or MIRACLE WHIP FREE Nonfat Dressing for Hot & Spicy Mayo.

Jazz It Up
Add peeled avocado slices to the sandwich
.

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Crunchy Tuna Salad Wrap

Prep Time: 10 min
Total Time: 10 min
Makes: 4 servings, one wrap each


 

4 whole wheat tortillas (8 inch)
4 red leaf lettuce leaves
2 cans (6 oz. each) tuna, drained, flaked
1/3 cup finely chopped celery (about 1 stalk)
1/3 cup chopped water chestnuts
1/3 cup PLANTERS Chopped Pecans
1/4 cup KRAFT Mayo Real Mayonnaise
 
TOP each tortilla with lettuce leaf.
MIX tuna, celery, water chestnuts, pecans and mayo; spoon evenly onto tortillas.
ROLL up tightly.
 

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Substitute
Prepare as directed, except substitute KRAFT Mayo Light Mayonnaise.

Jazz It Up
Add 1/4 cup chopped CLAUSSEN Kosher Dill Pickles or green onions to the tuna mixture before spooning onto tortillas.

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Quick-Fix Beef Burrito Skillet

Prep Time: 10 min
Total Time: 35 min
Makes: 4 servings, 1-1/2 cups each

1 lb. lean ground beef
1 pkg. (1-1/4 oz.) TACO BELL HOME ORIGINALS Taco Seasoning Mix
1 can (19 oz.) kidney beans, drained, rinsed
1 cup TACO BELL HOME ORIGINALS Salsa
1 cup water
4 flour tortillas (6 inch), cut into 1-1/2-inch squares
1 cup KRAFT Mexican Style Shredded Four Cheese
1/3 cup BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN Sour Cream
1/3 cup chopped green onions (about 1 large)
 
BROWN meat in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat; drain.
ADD seasoning mix, beans, salsa and water; stir. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer 5 min.
STIR in tortillas; top with cheese. Cover; let stand 5 min. or until cheese is melted. Top with sour cream and onions.
 
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Family Fun
Take a walk with your family after enjoying this delicious meal.

Jazz It Up
Top with your favorite Mexican-style toppings just before serving, such as shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes and/or chopped avocados.

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Ultimate Chicken Wings

Prep Time: 10 min
Total Time: 45 min
Makes: 4 servings, about 6 wing pieces each


 

2 lb. chicken wings (about 12), split, tips removed
1/4 cup orange marmalade
1/4 cup GOOD SEASONS Asian Sesame with Ginger Dressing
1 tsp. garlic powder
 
PREHEAT oven to 450ºF. Place chicken wings in single layer in shallow foil-lined baking pan. Bake 15 min. or until browned.
MEANWHILE, combine marmalade, dressing and garlic powder.
BRUSH marmalade mixture generously over both sides of wings. Continue baking 15 min. or until chicken is cooked through.
 

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Serving Suggestion
Serve with a mixed green salad.

Substitute
Prepare as directed, using 1/4 cup prepared GOOD SEASONS Asian Sesame Salad Dressing & Recipe Mix

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Beef-Fried Rice

Prep Time: 10 min
Total Time: 20 min
Makes: 4 servings, 1-3/4 cups each

1 lb. boneless beef sirloin steak, thinly sliced
2 cups frozen stir-fry vegetables
1 cup fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
3 Tbsp. KRAFT LIGHT DONE RIGHT! CATALINA Reduced Fat Dressing
2 Tbsp. lite soy sauce
2 cups MINUTE Brown Rice, uncooked
1 can (11 oz.) mandarin orange segments, drained
1/3 cup chopped green onions
 
BROWN steak in nonstick wok or large skillet sprayed with cooking spray on high heat 3 min.
ADD stir-fry vegetables, broth, dressing, soy sauce and rice; stir. Bring to boil; cover. Simmer 5 min. Remove from heat.
LET stand 5 min. Add oranges and onions; fluff with fork.
 

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Jazz It Up
Add 1/2 tsp. each garlic powder and ground ginger along with the chicken broth.

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Chinese-Style Pork Stir-Fry

Prep Time: 10 min
Total Time: 20 min
Makes: 4 servings

 

1 Tbsp. oil
1 lb. boneless pork chops, cut into strips
2 cups frozen stir-fry vegetables
1/4 cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing
2 Tbsp. soy sauce
2 Tbsp. honey
1/4 tsp. ground ginger
 
 
HEAT oil in large nonstick wok or skillet on medium-high heat. Add meat; stir-fry 5 min. or until cooked through.
ADD remaining ingredients; stir-fry 5 min. or until vegetables are heated through.
SERVE over hot cooked spaghetti or MINUTE Rice.
 

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Substitute
You don't have to use frozen vegetables - use whatever leftover veggies you have on hand. Or, use pre-cut fresh stir-fry vegetables from your supermarket - just stir-fry until crisp-tender.

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Greek-Style Lemon Roast Chicken
 
 

Prep Time: 10 min
Total Time: 1 hr 40 min
Makes:
5 servings


 

1 whole roasting chicken (3-1/2 lb.)
Salt and black pepper
1 medium lemon, washed, halved
1/2 cup KRAFT Greek Vinaigrette Dressing
 
PREHEAT oven to 350°F. Rinse chicken and pat dry with paper towel. Sprinkle inside and out with salt and pepper. Place in a 13x9-inch baking dish.
SQUEEZE the juice from lemon and mix with dressing in a small bowl. Place the squeezed lemon halves inside the cavity of chicken. Drizzle dressing mixture over chicken. Insert meat thermometer into thickest part of one of the chicken's thighs.
BAKE 1-1/2 hours or until chicken is cooked through (reaches an internal temperature of 180°F), basting occasionally.
 
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Round Out The Meal
Serve this Greek-style chicken with a mixed green salad and a whole-wheat roll.

Cooking Know-How
To get more juice from citrus fruits, microwave them on HIGH for 30 seconds before squeezing.


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One-Pan Chicken and Potato Bake

Prep Time: 5 min
Total Time: 1 hr 5 min

Makes: 4 servings


 

4 bone-in chicken pieces (1-1/2 lb.)
4 large potatoes, cut into wedges
1/4 cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing
1/4 cup KRAFT 100% Grated Parmesan Cheese
 
PREHEAT oven to 400°F. Place chicken and potatoes in 13x9-inch baking dish.
POUR dressing over chicken and potatoes; sprinkle with cheese.
BAKE 1 hour or until chicken is cooked through (180ºF). Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
 

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Serving Suggestion
Serve a tossed green salad and your favorite KRAFT Dressing.

Jazz It Up
Sprinkle with 1 Tbsp. Italian seasoning before baking.

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Easy Beef and Broccoli

Prep Time: 5 min
Total Time: 15 min
Makes: 4 servings, 3/4 cup each



 

1 Tbsp. oil
1 lb. beef stir-fry strips
2 cups frozen broccoli florets
1/4 cup hoisin sauce
1/4 cup KRAFT CATALINA Dressing
1 Tbsp. grated gingerroot
2 cups MINUTE White Rice, cooked as directed on package
 
HEAT oil in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat. Add meat; cook 3 min. or until evenly browned, stirring frequently.
ADD broccoli, hoisin sauce, dressing and gingerroot; stir. Cover. Cook 5 min. or until heated through.
SERVE over the rice.
 

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Substitute
If you can't find beef stir-fry strips in your supermarket, substitute any grilling steak, cut into thin strips.

Make it Easy
Substitute jarred minced ginger for the fresh gingerroot
.

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Country-Style Casserole 
 
This creamy chicken or ham  dish, which uses convenient frozen
hash browns, pairs tangy mustard with a hint of honey. 
 
2 cans(10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
3/4 cup mayonnaise 
1/2 cup milk
3 tablespoons  honey
2  tablespoons Dijon  mustard
1 package (26 ounces)  frozen shredded  hash brown potatoes 
4 cups cubed cooked chicken or fully cooked ham
3 cups sliced frozen carrots, optional
 
In a large  bowl, combine the first five ingredients.
Stir in hash browns,  chicken and carrots if desired.
Transfer to a greased 13-in. x9-in.  x 2- in. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350 for 45-50 minutes.
Uncover; bake 15-20 minutes longer or until bubbly.
                                         Yield 8  servings.                                                          
Shared by Sherry's friend Jane Moore

Fiesta Mac

Prep Time: 5 min
Total Time:
15 min
Makes:
4 servings, 2 cups each


 

1 pkg. (14 oz.) KRAFT Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese Dinner
1 lb. lean ground beef
1 large green pepper, chopped
1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen corn, thawed
1 cup TACO BELL HOME ORIGINALS Salsa
 
PREPARE Dinner in large saucepan as directed on package, cooking Macaroni for just 8 min.
MEANWHILE, brown meat with green pepper in skillet; drain.
ADD meat mixture, corn and salsa to prepared Dinner; mix well. Cook until heated through, stirring occasionally.
 
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Jazz It Up
Add chopped fresh cilantro to this dish just before serving.

Substitute

Substitute your favorite frozen vegetable mix for the corn.
 

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Grilled Steak & Vegetable Salad

Prep Time: 15 min
Total Time:
25 min
Makes:
4 servings


 

1/2 cup KRAFT Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing, divided
3/4 lb. beef sirloin steak, 1/2- to 3/4-inch thick
2 large yellow peppers, halved lengthwise, seeded
8 cups torn mixed salad greens or spring greens
2 beefsteak or other large tomatoes, cut into wedges
1/2 cup slivered red onions
 
PREHEAT greased grill on medium-high. Set aside 1/3 cup of the dressing for salad. Brush remaining dressing lightly over one side of steak and insides of peppers.
GRILL steak and peppers 10 min., turning steak after 5 min. (peppers do not need turning) until medium doneness (160°F).
MEANWHILE, arrange greens, tomatoes and onion on four serving plates. Cut steak across grain into thin slices and peppers into strips; arrange over greens. Drizzle reserved 1/3 cup dressing over salads.
 
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Make Ahead
When grilling, grill extra pieces of steak or chicken to use later in salads or sandwiches.

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Fruit Pizza

Shared by Sherry's friend Jane Moore

Creamy Garlic Chicken
 
Prep Time: 5 min
Total Time:
18 min
Makes:
4 servings


 

2 tsp. vegetable oil
4 small boneless skinless chicken breast halves (1 lb.)
1/4 cup MIRACLE WHIP Dressing
2 cups frozen stir-fry vegetables
1 Tbsp. soy sauce
4 cloves garlic, minced
3 cups hot cooked MINUTE White Rice
 
HEAT oil in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 6 min., turning after 3 min.
ADD dressing, vegetables, soy sauce and garlic; stir. Cook, covered, 7 min. or until chicken is cooked through, stirring occasionally.
SERVE over the hot cooked rice.
 
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Special Extra
Sprinkle with 1 sliced green onion just before serving.

Great Substitute

Prepare as directed, using MIRACLE WHIP Light Dressing and lite soy sauce. Substitute 2-2/3 cups hot cooked MINUTE Brown Rice for the white rice.

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Quick Fettuccine Cacciatore


Prep Time:
5 min
Total Time:
20 min
Makes:
4 servings, 2 cups each


 

8 oz. fettuccine, uncooked
2 tsp. vegetable oil
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, chopped
1 cup each: sliced green peppers and sliced mushrooms
1 can (14-1/2 oz.) diced tomatoes, undrained
1/4 cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing
1/2 cup KRAFT Shredded Italian Mozzarella/Parmesan Cheese Blend
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
 
COOK pasta as directed on package.
MEANWHILE, heat oil in large skillet on medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook and stir until no longer pink. Add peppers and mushrooms; cook 3 min., stirring occasionally. Stir in tomatoes with their liquid and the dressing. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer 5 min. or until chicken is cooked through.
TOSS pasta with the chicken mixture; sprinkle with cheese and basil.
 

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Flavor Boost
Add 1 cup drained pitted ripe olives along with the tomatoes.

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Bruschetta 'n Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breasts


 
Prep Time: 15 min
Total Time:
1 hr min
Makes:
8 servings, 1 stuffed chicken breast each
 

1 can (14-1/2 oz.) Italian-style diced tomatoes, undrained
1-1/4 cups KRAFT Shredded Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese, divided
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
1 pkg. (6 oz.) STOVE TOP Stuffing Mix for Chicken
8 small boneless skinless chicken breast halves (2 lb.)
1/3 cup KRAFT Roasted Red Pepper Italian with Parmesan Dressing
 
PREHEAT oven to 350°F. Combine tomatoes with their liquid, 1/2 cup of the cheese, basil and dry stuffing mix; stir just until moistened.
PLACE 2 chicken breast halves in large freezer weight resealable plastic bag. Pound chicken with the side of a heavy can, rolling pin or meat mallet until chicken is 1/4-inch thickness. Repeat process in same bag with remaining chicken breast halves, 2 at a time. Place chicken, smooth-sides down, on large cutting board. Spread evenly with stuffing mixture. Starting at narrow end, begin rolling chicken, as tightly as possible, around stuffing mixture. Place, seam-sides down, in 13x9-inch baking dish. Drizzle evenly with dressing.
BAKE 40 min. Sprinkle with remaining 3/4 cup cheese. Bake an additional 5 min. or until chicken is cooked through (170°F) and cheese is melted.
 
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Special Extra
For a "South-of-the-Border" style chicken dish, simply use diced tomatoes with bell or jalapeno peppers, chopped cilantro instead of the basil and KRAFT Mexican Style Shredded Cheese instead of the mozzarella cheese.

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Simply Lasagna
 


 

Prep Time: 20 min
Total Time:
1 hr 20 min
Makes:
12 servings


 

1 lb. ground beef
2-1/2 cups KRAFT Shredded Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese, divided
1 container (15 oz.) POLLY-O Natural Part Skim Ricotta Cheese
1/2 cup KRAFT 100% Grated Parmesan Cheese, divided
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 jar (26 oz.) spaghetti sauce
1 cup water
12 lasagna noodles, uncooked
 
PREHEAT oven to 350°F. Brown meat in large skillet on medium-high heat. Meanwhile, mix 1-1/4 cups of the mozzarella cheese, the ricotta cheese, 1/4 cup of the Parmesan cheese, the parsley and egg until well blended; set aside. Drain meat; return to skillet. Stir in spaghetti sauce. Pour water into empty sauce jar; cover and shake well. Add to skillet; stir until well blended. (You should have about 5 cups sauce.)
SPREAD 1 cup of the meat sauce onto bottom of 13x9-inch baking dish; top with layers of 3 lasagna noodles, 1/3 of the ricotta cheese mixture and 1 cup of the meat sauce. Repeat layers two more times. Top with remaining 3 noodles and the remaining sauce. Sprinkle with remaining 1-1/4 cups mozzarella cheese and remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese. Cover tightly with greased foil.
BAKE 45 min. Remove foil; continue baking 15 min. or until center is heated through (160°F). Let stand 15 min. before cutting for easier serving.
 

Great Substitute
Substitute 2 pkg. (1 cup each) BOCA Meatless Ground Burger for the ground beef.

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Easy Baked Fish & Chips


 
Prep Time: 5 min
Total Time:
35 min
Makes:
4 servings
 
 
2 large baking potatoes
1/4 cup KRAFT LIGHT DONE RIGHT! Zesty Italian Reduced Fat Dressing
1 pouch (1/2 of 5.5-oz. pkg.) SHAKE 'N BAKE Extra Crispy Seasoned Coating Mix
1 lb. white fish fillets, such as haddock, halibut or cod
1/4 cup MIRACLE WHIP Light Dressing
 
PREHEAT oven to 400°F. Cut each potato lengthwise into 8 wedges. Toss potatoes with Italian dressing in bowl. Arrange, cut sides down, on large baking sheet sprayed with cooking spray. Bake 15 min.
MEANWHILE, reserve 1/4 cup of the coating mix for potatoes; set aside. Place remaining coating mix on plate. Spread one side of fish fillets with half of the Miracle Whip. Dip fish in coating mix. Turn over; brush other side of fish fillets with remaining Miracle Whip. Turn fish over to coat all sides well with coating mix.
REMOVE potatoes from oven; turn over and arrange around outer edges of baking sheet. Place fish in center of baking sheet. Sprinkle reserved 1/4 cup coating mix over potatoes. Bake 15 min. or until fish flakes with fork and potatoes are tender.

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Zesty Chicken and Pasta


 
Prep Time: 10 min
Total Time:
25 min
Makes:
6 servings
 

1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, chopped
1/2 cup KRAFT LIGHT DONE RIGHT! House Italian Reduced Fat Dressing, divided
2 cups broccoli florets
1 small onion, thinly sliced
1 large red pepper, chopped
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
1 pkg. (8 oz.) pasta, cooked as directed on pkg., drained
1/4 cup KRAFT 100% Grated Parmesan Cheese
 
COOK and stir chicken in 1/4 cup of the dressing in large skillet on medium-high heat 4 min. or until no longer pink.
ADD broccoli, onion, red pepper and parsley; cook until tender, stirring occasionally.
TOSS with pasta and remaining 1/4 cup dressing. Sprinkle with cheese.
 
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Great Substitute
Prepare as directed, substituting 1 lb. cleaned shrimp for chicken. Cook shrimp 2 min. in Step 1.

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Easy Oven Brunch Bake

Prep Time: 10 min
Total Time:
3 hr 55 min
Makes:
8 servings
 

 
4 eggs
2 cups milk
1 tsp. GREY POUPON Dijon Mustard
3 cups cubed French bread
1 pkg. (8 oz.) KRAFT Shredded Mild Cheddar Cheese
1 cup chopped mushrooms
1 cup chopped red peppers
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1/4 cup OSCAR MAYER Real Bacon Bits
1/4 cup chopped OSCAR MAYER Ham, any variety
 
BEAT eggs, milk and mustard in large bowl with wire whisk until well blended. Add remaining ingredients; stir gently to mix well.
POUR into lightly greased 12x8-inch baking dish; cover. Refrigerate several hours or overnight.
PREHEAT oven to 325°F. Uncover baking dish. Bake 45 to 50 min. or until knife inserted in center comes out clean.
 

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Round Out The Meal
For a delightful brunch idea, serve with a seasonal fruit salad.

Special Extra
Add 1 can (4 oz.) chopped green chilies, drained, to the egg mixture before pouring into baking dish.

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One-Pan Oven Bakes

Prep Time: 15 min
Total Time: 50 min
Makes: 4 servings



 

 
Take 1 pkt. SHAKE 'N BAKE Coating Mix (any flavor), 2 Tbsp. KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing and 1 cup KRAFT Shredded Mozzarella Cheese and mix & match your recipe from these options...

 
  meat options vegetable choices sauce possibilities
  boneless skinless chicken breast halves mixed carrot and celery slices pizza sauce
  turkey breast filets bell pepper strips TACO BELL HOME ORIGINALS Salsa
  boneless pork chops mixed white and sweet potato wedges KRAFT Original Barbecue Sauce
  meatless: eggplant slices mixed zucchini and onion slices pasta sauce

 
Then follow our 3 simple steps:
PREHEAT oven to 400°F. Coat 4 (4-oz.) pieces of meat with your favorite flavor coating mix as directed on package. Place in foil-lined baking pan.
ADD 2 cups vegetables; sprinkle with dressing.
BAKE 30 min. Top each piece of meat with 1 Tbsp. of the sauce and 1/4 cup of the cheese. Bake an additional 5 min. or until cheese is melted.
 
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Easy Cleanup
A foil-lined pan makes cleanup a breeze since it prevents the food from sticking to the pan.

Round Out The Meal
Serve this colorful dish with hot cooked MINUTE White or Brown Rice.

TACO BELL Logo and HOME ORIGINALS are trademarks owned and licensed by Taco Bell Corp.

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Chicken Dijon

 
Servings:  4

4 medium chicken breast half, boned and skinned.

 
Pound chicken breast to 1/4 inch thickness, spread mutard on both sides.  Sprinkle with fresh dill, then roll in bread crumbs.  Saute in mixture of oil and butter.  Make sure pan is very hot before adding chicken.  This is good served with lemon pasta and a green vegetable.
 
Dolores Baker sent to Sherry Bliss Cole

SHAKE 'N BAKE® Quick Oven "Stir-Fry"

1 cup each: small broccoli florets, red pepper strips and zucchini slices
1/2 cup each: carrot slices and onion wedges
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
1 pkt. SHAKE 'N BAKE Barbecue Glaze Seasoned Coating Mix
2 cups MINUTE White Rice, uncooked

PREHEAT oven to 375°F. Spread vegetables into shallow foil-lined baking pan.
COAT chicken with coating mix as directed on pkg.; place evenly over vegetables. Sprinkle with any remaining glaze mix.
BAKE 20 min. or until chicken is cooked through. Meanwhile, cook rice as directed on pkg.; place on serving plate. Top with the chicken mixture.

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    Easy Parmesan Chicken Fingers

1/3 cup KRAFT 100% Grated Parmesan Cheese
1 pkt. SHAKE 'N BAKE Extra Crispy Seasoned Coating Mix
1-1/2 lb. chicken tenders or boneless skinless chicken breasts,
cut into strips
3/4 cup KRAFT Original Barbecue Sauce

PREHEAT oven to 400°F. Add cheese to coating mix in shaker
bag. Moisten chicken with water. Shake off excess water.
ADD 2 or 3 chicken tenders to shaker bag; shake until evenly
coated. Repeat with remaining chicken tenders. Place on
nonstick baking sheet or baking sheet sprayed with cooking
spray. Discard shaker bag and any remaining coating mixture.
BAKE 12 to 14 min. or until chicken is cooked through. Serve
with barbecue sauce for dipping.

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MEXICAN CHICKEN CASSEROLE

Bone and boil 1 chicken
Mix:
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1 can cream of chicken soup

½ cup broth
1-10 oz can Ro-tel tomatoes with green chilies
1 onion, chopped or less if desired
2-3 tsp. chili powder

You will need 1 cup grated cheese and 1 bag Mexican style plain chips
Heat in pan over low heat, your soups, tomatoes, broth, onions, and chili powder for 15 minutes. Add cut up chicken and reheat. Crush chips a little and put ½ bag of chips (or more if desired) on bottom of casserole dish. Pour in chicken mixture and top with cheese.
Bake 30 minutes at 325 degrees or heat in microwave until cheese melts.
Esther

                                                                                                         

PIZZA CASSEROLE

1 lb ground beef
1 lg. onion
8 oz pkg. elbow macaroni (cooked)
2 cups (8oz) shredded mozzarella cheese
½ tsp salt
1 can (16)oz) pizza sauce
4 oz pepperoni
Brown beef and onion, drain grease. Add remaining ingredients and spoon into greased 2 qt casserole dish. Bake at 350 for 40 minutes
Julie

ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE

2 medium-sized zucchini, peeled and cut into cubes
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1/4 cup milk
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 tablespoons flour
2 cups cheddar cheese, grated
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1/4 cup green pepper, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Steam or boil zucchini until almost tender.  Drain and cool.  In a medium sized bowl, combine eggs, milk, baking powder, flour, cheese, onion, green pepper and garlic.

Stir in zucchini.  Bake in a greased casserole dish for about 30 minutes.  Let it sit for a few minutes before serving.  From:  Old Order Amish Cookbook

SHRIMP-RICE CASSEROLE

1 finely chopped onion
1/2 finely chopped bell pepper
1 finely chopped celery rib
3 cups cooked rice
1 can (10 1/4 oz) cream of mushroom soup
1/2 can milk
1 pkg. (12 oz) frozen shrimp, cooked and finely chopped
1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese

Sauté onion, bell pepper and celery in a small amount of oil.  Remove from heat, then add rice, mushroom soup (which has been diluted with milk), and shrimp.  Place mixture in a buttered casserole.  Sprinkle grated cheddar cheese over top.  Bake, uncovered, at 300 degrees for 1 hour.  From:  Sherry Bliss Cole

                                                                                         

CHICKEN 'N HASH BROWN BAKE

1 pkg (32 oz) frozen southern-style hash brown potatoes
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
4 cups diced cooked chicken
1 can (4 oz) sliced mushrooms, drained
1 cup (8 oz) sour cream
2 cups chicken broth or stock
1 can (10 3/4 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
2 tsp. instant chicken bouillon granules
2 Tbsp. finely chopped onion
2 Tbsp. finely chopped sweet red pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
paprika
1/4 cup sliced almonds

Thaw hash browns overnight in refrigerator.  Layer in an ungreased 13 x 9 x 2" baking dish.  Sprinkle with sale and pepper.  Place chicken and mushrooms over the hash browns.  Stir together sour cream, broth, soup, bouillon, onion, red pepper and garlic; pour over all.  Sprinkle with paprika and almonds.  Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for 50 to 60 minutes or until heated through.  From:  Sherry Bliss Cole

 

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