Ground Beef Recipes -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Arcadian Eight Bean Chili (08-18-93) (0:27) Servings: 25 1/4 Lb Each, Beans: Kidney, White, 1 X Red, Pinto, Navy, Cranberry 1/4 C Paprika 1/4 C Pepper, Cayenne,Or To Taste 1 Lb Bacon 1/2 C Peppers, Grnd Dried Poblano 5 Ea Onions, Lg, Peeled Chopped 108 Oz Tomatoes, Italian Plum, With 2/3 C Garlic, Minced 12 Oz Beer 1/4 C Coriander Seed,Toasted Grnd 5 Lb Beef, Lean Ground 1/4 C Cinnamon, Ground In A Large Pot, Soak The Beans Together Overnight In Water To Cover. Drain And Add Fresh Water To Cover. Cook At A Simmer For 1 1/2 Hours Or Until Beans Are Just Tender. While The Beans Are Simmering, Heat A Large Skillet. Mince The Bacon And Cook It Until It Begins To Crisp. Add The Onions And Garlic And Cook Over Medium Heat For 5 Minutes. Add All The Spices And The Ground Poblanos And Cook Another 5 Minutes. Add The Tomatoes With Their Juice And The Beer. Simmer For Half An Hour. In Another Pan, Cook The Beef Until The Pink Color Disappears. Drain And Add It To Tomato Mixture. When The Beans Are Fully Cooked, Drain Them, Reserving The Liquid, And Add The Beans To The Meat/Tomato Mixture. Salt To Taste And Let The Mixture Simmer For About 1 Hour. If It Is Too Dry, Add Some Of The Bean Liquid. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= All-American Hot Dish (08-13-93) (17:11) Servings: 6 1 Lb Lean Ground Beef 1/2 C Onion; Chopped, 1 Md 8 Oz Whole Kernel Corn, 1 Cn 8 Oz Tomato Sauce; 1 Cn 1/4 C Ripe Olives; Pitted, Halved 4 Oz Noodles; Uncooked, Abt 2 C 2 C Water 1 T Oregano Leaves 1/2 T Salt 1/4 T Pepper 1 C Cheddar Cheese; Shredded Cook And Stir The Meat And Onion In A Large Skillet Until The Meat Is Brown. Drain Off The Excess Fat. Stir In The Undrained Corn And The Rest Of The Ingredients. To Cook In A Skillet: Heat The Mixture To Boiling Then Reduce The Heat And Simmer, Uncovered, Stirring Occasionally, Until The Noodles Are Tender, About 20 Minutes. Serve Hot. To Cook In The Oven: Pour The Mixture Into An Ungreased 2-Quart Casserole. Cover And Bake In A 375 Degree F. Oven For 30 Minutes, Stirring Occasionally. Uncover And Bake Until The Mixture Thickens, About 15 Minutes. Serve Hot. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= All American Onion Cheeseburger (11-12-92) (7:51) 1 Pound Ground Beef 2 Tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce 1 (2.8 Ounce) Can French Fried Onions, Divided 1/2 Teaspoon Garlic Salt 1/4 Teaspoon Ground Black Pepper 1/2 Cup Pasteurized Process Cheese Spread 4 Hamburger Rolls Heat Broiler Or Grill. In A Medium Bowl Combine Ground Beef, Worcestershire Sauce, 1/2 Can Fried Onions And Seasonings. Form Into 4 Burgers. Broil Or Grill To Desired Doneness. Place Cheese Spread In Small Microwave Safe Bowl; Microwave On High 1 Minute Or Until Hot. Spoon Cheese Sauce Over Burgers. Top With Remaining Onions. Broil 30 Seconds Or Until Onions Are Golden. Serve On Hamburger Rolls. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Apple Filled Squash Halves 2 Acorn Squash 1 Pound Ground Beef 1 1/2 Teaspoons Salt 1/2 Teaspoon Ground Cinnamon 2 Tart Apples, Pared And Coarsely Chopped (About 2 Cups) 1/4 Cup Raisins Salt 4 Tablespoons Brown Sugar 2 Tablespoons Margarine Or Butter, Melted Heat Oven To 400 Degrees Cut Each Squash Into Halves; Remove Seeds And Fibers. Place Halves Cut Sides Down In Ungreased Baking Pan. Add Water To A Depth Of 1/4 Inch. Cook Uncovered Until Squash Is Tender, 30 To 40 Minutes. While Squash Is Cooking, Cook And Stir Ground Beef In Large Skillet Until Brown. Drain Off Fat. Remove Skillet From Heat; Stir In 1 1/2 Teaspoons Salt, The Cinnamon, Apples And Raisins. Turn Squash Halves Cut Sides Up; Drain Any Remaining Liquid From Baking Pan. Scoop Out Pulp From Shells, Leaving A 1/4 Inch Thick Wall In Each. Season Shells With Salt. Mash Pulp, Mix Into Beef Mixture And Pile Into Shells. Sprinkle 1 Tablespoon Brown Sugar Over Each And Drizzle With Margarine. Cook Uncovered Until Apple Is Tender, 20 To 30 Minutes. Serve With Breadsticks And Tossed Salad If Desired. Makes 4 Servings. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Applesauce Beef Loaf Combine 1 Beaten Egg, 1 1/2 Cups Soft Bread Crumbs (2 Slices Bread), 1/2 Cup Applesauce, 1/4 Cup Finely Chopped Celery, 2 Tablespoons Finely Chopped Onion, 1 Teaspoon Dijon Style Mustard, 1/2 Teaspoon Salt, And Dash Pepper. Add 1 Pound Ground Beef And Mix Thoroughly. Shape Mixture Into A Round Loaf In An 8 X 8 X 2 Inch Baking Pan. With A Spoon, Make A Crater Like Depression In Top Of Loaf. Combine 1/2 Cup Applesauce, 1 Tablespoon Brown Sugar, 1 1/2 Teaspoons Vinegar, And 1/2 Teaspoon Dijon Style Mustard; Pour Into Depression. Bake At 350 Degrees For 1 Hour. Makes 4 Or 5 Servings. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Applesauce Meat Loaf 1 1/2 Pounds Ground Beef 1 Cup Bread Crumbs, Cracker Crumbs Or Dry Bread Cubes 1 Cup Applesauce 1 Egg 1 Small Onion, Chopped 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce 1 1/2 Teaspoons Salt 1/2 Teaspoon Dry Mustard 1/4 Teaspoon Pepper 1/4 Teaspoon Ground Sage 1 Clove Garlic, Crushed 1 Cup Applesauce 1/4 Teaspoon Ground Ginger, Ground Cinnamon (Optional) Heat Oven To 350 Degrees Mix All Ingredients Except Second Cup Of Applesauce, The Ginger And Cinnamon. Spread In Ungreased Loaf Pan, 9 X 5 X 3 Inches. Mix 1 Cup Applesauce And The Ginger; Spread Over Meat Mixture. Sprinkle With Cinnamon. Cook Uncovered Until Done, About 1 1/2 Hours. Makes 6 Servings. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Avocado Cheeseburgers 1 Pound Ground Beef 3 Tablespoons Finely Chopped Onion 3 Tablespoons Water 1 Teaspoon Salt 1/4 To 1/2 Teaspoon Pepper 1/2 Cup Cold Water 1 Tablespoon Chili Powder 1 Teaspoon Cornstarch 1/4 Teaspoon Ground Cumin 1 Clove Garlic, Finely Chopped 1 Avocado Or 1 Medium Tomato 1 Cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese (About 4 Ounces) Mix Ground Beef, Onion, 3 Tablespoons Water, 1 Teaspoon Salt And The Pepper. Shape Mixture Into 4 Patties. Cook Patties In 10 Inch Skillet Over Medium High Heat, Turning Once, Until Brown. Remove Patties; Drain Fat From Skillet. Mix 1/2 Cup Water, The Chili Powder, Cornstarch, Cumin, 1/4 Teaspoon Salt And The Garlic In Same Skillet. Heat To Boiling, Stirring Constantly; Reduce Heat. Return Patties To Skillet And Turn To Coat With Sauce. Cut Avocado Into 4 Rings. Top Each Patty With Avocado Ring. Cover And Simmer 10 Minutes; Sprinkle With Cheese. Cover And Simmer Until Cheese Is Melted, About 2 Minutes Longer. Spoon Sauce Onto Patties. Makes 4 Servings. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Baby Meatballs With Cauliflower (05-05-92) (0:12) 1 Pound Ground Beef 1/2 Cup Bran 2 Garlic Cloves, Minced (Or 1 Teaspoon Garlic Powder) 1 To 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil, If Necessary 1 Small Head Cauliflower, Separated Into Florets 1 Green Pepper, Chopped Into 1 Inch Pieces 1/4 Cup Light Soy Sauce 1 1/2 Cups Beef Broth Or Bouillon 1/2 Teaspoon Brown Sugar 1 Tablespoon Cornstarch 3 To 4 Cups Cooked Rice 1/2 Cup Diced Scallions Combine The Meat, Bran, And Garlic Together And Form 1/2 Inch Meatballs. In A Heave Skillet Over Medium Heat, Brown The Meatballs On All Sides (Use Oil If Necessary). Add The Cauliflower, Green Pepper, And Soy Sauce. Stir To Coat With Soy Sauce And Simmer 5 To 10 Minutes. Blend Together Beef Broth, Sugar, And Cornstarch; Add To Meat And Vegetables. Cook And Stir Until Thickened. Serve Over Cooked Rice And Sprinkle Scallions On Each Serving If Desired. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Bacon Wrapped Little Loaves 1 1/2 Pounds Ground Beef 1 Cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese (About 4 Ounces) 1 Egg 1/4 Cup Dry Bread Crumbs 1 Small Onion, Chopped 1/4 Cup Lemon Juice 1/4 Cup Chopped Green Pepper 1/2 Cup Water 1/2 Teaspoon Instant Beef Bouillon 1 Teaspoon Salt 6 Slices Thin Sliced Bacon, Cut Into Halves Heat Oven To 350 Degrees Mix All Ingredients Except Bacon. Shape Mixture Into 6 Loaves. Crisscross 2 Half Slices Bacon On Each Loaf, Tucking Ends Under Loaf. Place Loaves On Rack In Shallow Baking Pan; Cook Uncovered 50 Minutes. Makes 6 Servings. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Baked Frank Rolls In Saucepan, Heat 1 Pint Hamburger Mix; Stir In 1 Cup Shredded Process American Cheese (About 4 Ounces). Split 8 To 10 Frankfurter Buns; Remove Part Of Bread From Center Of Each. Spoon Mixture Into Buns; Wrap Each In Aluminum Foil. Heat In 350 Degree Oven 30 Minutes. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Baked Pizza Sandwich (08-14-93) (0:41) Servings: 6 1 Lb Lean Ground Beef 15 Oz Tomato Sauce; 1 Cn, Or 15 Oz Pizza Sauce; 1 Cn 1 T Oregano Leaves 2 C Biscuit Baking Mix 1 Ea Egg; Lg 2/3 C Milk 8 Oz Cheese; * 2 Oz Mushrooms;Sliced,Drained,1cn 1/4 C Parmesan Cheese; Grated * Use 1 8-Oz Package Of Sliced Process American Or Mozzarella Cheese. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Heat The Oven To 400 Degrees F. Cook And Stir The Meat In A Large Skillet Until Brown. Drain Off The Excess Fat. Stir In Half Of The Tomato Sauce And The Oregano Leaves Into The Meat Mixture. Heat To Boiling Then Reduce The Heat And Simmer, Uncovered, For 10 Minutes. While The Meat Mixture Is Simmering, Mix The Baking Mix, Egg And The Milk. Measure Out 3/4 Cup Of The Batter And Set Aside. Spread The Remaining Batter In A Greased Baking Pan 9 X 9 X 2-Inches. Pour Into The Remaining Tomato Sauce Over The Batter, Spreading Evenly. Layer 4 Slices Of The Cheese, The Meat Mixture, The Mushrooms And The Remaining Cheese On Top Of The Batter And Tomato Sauce. Spoon The Reserved Batter On The Top Of The Cheese. Sprinkle The Batter Top With The Grated Parmesan Cheese And Bake, Uncovered, Until It Is Golden Brown, 20 To 25 Minutes. Cool For 5 Minutes Before Cutting Into Squares And Serving. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Barbecue Hamburger Patties (08-13-93) (16:51) Servings: 6 1 1/2 Lb Ground Beef 1/2 C Onion; Chopped, 1 Medium 1 T Salt 1/3 C Catsup 1/2 C Chili Sauce 2 T Brown Sugar 1 T Lemon Juice Mix The Meat, Onion, And Salt Together. Shape The Mixture Into 6 Patties, Each About 3/4-Inch Thick. Brown The Patties In A Large Skillet Over Medium-High Heat, Turning Once. Cover And Cook Over Low Heat About 10 Minutes. Drain Off The Excess Fat. Mix Catsup, Chili Sauce, Brown Sugar, And Lemon Juice. Pour Sauce Over The Patties. Cover And Simmer For 15 Minutes, Spooning The Sauce Onto The Patties Occasionally. Serve With The Sauce Spooned Over The Patties. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Barbecued Burger Buns In Saucepan, Heat 1 Pint Hamburger Mix. Fill Each Of 6 To 8 Split And Buttered Hamburger Buns With About 1/4 Cup Hot Hamburger Mix. The Entire Recipe Will Fill 30 To 40 Hamburger Buns. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Basic Hamburgers (08-13-93) (16:33) Servings: 3 1 1/2 Lb Ground Beef 1/4 C Onion; Finely Chopped, 1 Sm. 1/4 C Water Or Evaporated Milk 1 T Salt 1 T Worcestershire Sauce 1/4 T Pepper ---------------------------------Variations--------------------------------- 1 T Horseradish 1 T Mustard; Prepared 1 T Chives; Snipped 2 T Blue Cheese; Crumbled, * 2 T Sesame Seed 1/4 C Ripe Olives; Chopped 1/4 C Dill Pickle; Chopped, Or 1/4 C Pickle Relish 1/4 C Nuts; Chopped * You Should Use Only Enough Blue Cheese To Suit Your Own Taste. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Mix All Ingredients (Including Those In The Variations That You Choose) Together. Shape Mixture Into 6 Patties, Each About 3/4-Inch Thick. Broil Or Grill Patties 4-Inches From The Heat, Turning Once, To Desired Doneness, 10 To 15 Minutes. Nice Served On Toasted Buns With Favorite Toppings. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Basic Meatballs (08-13-93) (16:57) Servings: 6 1 Lb Ground Beef 1 Ea Egg; Large 1/4 C Onion; Chopped, 1 Sm. 1/3 C Bread Crumbs; Dry 1/4 C Milk 3/4 T Salt 1/8 T Pepper 1 T Worcestershire Sauce Mix All The Ingredients Together. Shape Mixture By Tablespoonfuls Into 1 1/2-Inch Balls. (For Ease In Shaping The Meatball, Occasionally Wet Your Hands With Cold Water.) To Cook In A Skillet: Heat 1 Tbls Salad Oil In A Large Skillet, Cook The Meatballs Over Medium Heat Until Brown, About 20 Minutes. Drain Off Excess Fat. To Cook In The Oven: Place The Meatballs In A Lightly Greased Baking Pan 13 X 9 X 2 Or 15 1/2 X 9 1/2 X 1-Inch; Bake, Uncovered, In A 400 Degree F. Oven Until Light Brown, About 20 Minutes. Drain Off The Excess Fat. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Basic Meat Loaf (08-14-93) (0:42) Servings: 6 1 1/2 Lb Lean Ground Beef 3 Ea Bread Slices; * 1 Ea Egg; Lg 1 C Milk 1/4 C Onion; Chopped, 1 Sm 1 T Salt 1/2 T Mustard, Dry 1/4 T Pepper 1/4 T Sage 1/8 T Garlic Powder 1/2 C Sauce ** 1 Tb Worcestershire Sauce * You Can Substitute 1/2 Cup Of Dry Bread Crumbs Or 1/2 Cup Of Wheat ** You Can Use Catsup, Chili Sauce Or Barbecue Sauce As A Topping In ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Heat The Oven To 350 Degrees F. Mix All The Ingredients Except The Catsup Together. Spread The Meat Mixture Into An Ungreased Loaf Pan, 9 X 5 X 3-Inches Or Shape Into A Loaf In An Ungreased Baking Pan. Spoon Catsup Onto The Loaf And Bake, Uncovered, For 1 To 1 1/4 Hours Or Until Done. Drain Off The Excess Fat And Serve Sliced On A Heated Platter. Note: For Leftover Meat Loaf, Try The Following: Barbecued Meat Loaf: For Four 1/2-Inch Slices Of Meat Loaf, Mix 1/2 Cup Of Barbecue Sauce And 2 Tb Of Water In A Skillet. Place The Slices Of Meatloaf In The Skillet, Turning To Coat All Sides With The Barbecue Sauce. Cover And Cook Over Low Heat, Brushing The Sauce On The Slices Occasionally, Until The Meat Is Hot, About 10 To 15 Minutes. Potato-Topped Meat Loaf: For Four 1/2-Inch Slices Of Meat Loaf, Prepare Some Instant Mashed Potatoes, Enough For 4 Servings, As Directed On The Package And Set Aside. Set The Oven Control At Broil/Or 550 Degrees F. Broil The Slices With The Tops 3 To 4 Inches From The Heat For 5 Minutes. Spread The Potatoes On The Slices And Sprinkle With Shredded Cheddar Cheese. Broil Until The Cheese Is Melted, About 2 Minutes And Serve Hot. Souped-Up Meat Loaf: For Four 1/2-Inch Slices Of Meat Loaf, Mix 1/2 To 1 Can Of Your Favorite Condensed Cream Soup, Such As Cream Of Mushroom, (10 3/4 Oz Size) And 1/4 To 1/2 Cup Of Milk In A Skillet. Heat To Boiling, Stirring Frequently. Reduce The Heat And Place The Slices In The Skilled, Turning To Coat All Sides With The Sauce. Cover And Simmer Until The Meat Is Hot, 10 To 15 Minutes And Serve. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Batter Dipped Fondue Meatballs 1 1/2 Pounds Ground Beef 1 Egg 1/4 Cup Dry Bread Crumbs 2 Tablespoons Beer 1 Teaspoon Garlic Salt Frothy Batter (Below) 2 1/2 Cups Salad Oil Sauces (Below) Mix Ground Beef, Egg, Bread Crumbs, Beer And Garlic Salt. Shape Mixture By Teaspoonfuls Into 3/4 Inch Balls. Prepare Frothy Batter. Heat Oil In Metal Fondue Pot To 375 Degrees Spear Meatballs With Fondue Forks, Dip Into Batter And Cook In Hot Oil Until Desired Doneness (About 2 Minutes For Medium). Serve With Sauces. Makes About 7 Dozen Appetizer Meatballs. Frothy Batter Mix 1 Cup Buttermilk Baking Mix, 1/2 Cup Beer Or Apple Juice And 1 Egg With Fork. (Batter Will Be Slightly Lumpy. ) Blue Cheese Sauce Mix 1/2 Cup Margarine Or Butter, Softened, 2 Tablespoons Crumbled Blue Cheese, 2 Teaspoons Prepared Mustard And 1/8 Teaspoon Garlic Powder; Refrigerate. Makes About 1/2 Cup. Horseradish Sauce Mix 1/2 Cup Dairy Sour Cream, 1 Tablespoon Horseradish And 1/8 Teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce; Refrigerate. Makes About 1/2 Cup. Mustard Sauce Mix 1/2 Cup Mayonnaise Or Salad Dressing, 2 Tablespoons Prepared Mustard And 1 Teaspoon Finely Chopped Onion; Refrigerate. Makes About 1/2 Cup. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Bavarian Patties With Sauerkraut (08-13-93) (16:52) Servings: 6 1 1/2 Lb Ground Beef 1/2 C Applesauce 1/3 C Bread Crumbs; Dry 1/4 C Onion; Finely Chopped, 1 Sm. 1 Ea Egg; Large 1 T Salt 1/2 T Allspice 16 Oz Sauerkraut; Drained, 1 Can Mix All The Ingredients Together Except The Sauerkraut. Shape The Mixture Into 6 Patties, Each About 3/4-Inch Thick. Brown The Patties In A Large Skillet Over Medium Heat, Turning Once. Drain Off The Excess Fat. Spoon The Sauerkraut Onto The Patties. Cover And Simmer For About 15 Minutes. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Bean 'N' Burger Cups (04-27-92) (3:01) Preheat Oven To 375 Degrees. Combine 1 Pound Ground Beef, 1. 4 Cup Unseasoned Bread Crumbs, 1/4 Cup Chopped Green Onions, 1/4 Cup Milk, 2 Tablespoons Steak Sauce, 1 Egg, Beaten, And 1/2 Teaspoon Salt; Mix Well. Divide Mixture Among 4 Greased 10 Ounce Glass Custard Cups, Patting Against Bottom And Sides. Place Cups On Cookie Sheet; Bake 10 Minutes. Pour Off Drippings. Meanwhile, In Skillet Cook 4 Slices Bacon Until Crisp; Drain On Paper Towels And Crumble. Pour Off All But 1 Tablespoon Bacon Drippings. Add 1 Chopped Onion And Saute Until Translucent. Add A 16 Ounce Can Pork And Beans In Tomato Sauce, 1. 4 Cup Ketchup, 1 Tablespoon Brown Sugar, 1 Teaspoon Dry Mustard And A Dash Of Red Pepper Sauce; Stir To Combine. Cook Until Heated Through. To Serve, Remove Meat Cups From Custard Cups. Spoon Beans Evenly Into Each; Garnish With Crumbled Bacon And Chopped Green Onions. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Bean Sprout Burgers 2 Pounds Lean Ground Beef 1/2 Cup Bean Sprouts, Coarsely Chopped 1/2 Cup Water Chestnuts, Finely Chopped 1 3/4 Teaspoons Salt 2 Teaspoons Soy Sauce Watercress Sprigs (Optional) Mix All Ingredients. Shape Mixture Into 8 Patties, Each About 3/4 Inch Thick. Set Oven Control At Broil And Or 550 Degrees Place Patties On Rack In Broiler Pan. Broil With Tops 3 Inches From Heat Until Desired Doneness (About 5 Minutes On Each Side For Medium). Garnish With Watercress. Makes 8 Servings. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Beef And Beancurd Clay Pot (05-11-93) (23:31) This Dish Is Almost A Meal In Itself. It Is Easy To Prepare And A Dramatic Addition At The Table. 1 Lb Ground Beef 1/2 C Cooked Rice 1/4 T Five-Spice Powder 2 T Peanut Oil 1 Medium Yam 2 Sqs. Beancurd 6 Fresh Mushrooms 2 C Warm Water 1/2 C Dark Soy Sauce 2 T Sherry 1 T Fresh Ginger, Minced Cornstarch Paste Preparation: Mix Beef, Rice & Five-Spice Powder; Form Into Firm 1" Balls.Peel Yam; Cut Into Chunks. Cut Beancurd Into 1" Cubes. Wash Mushrooms; Remove Dried Part Of Stem. Cooking: Heat Wok Until Smoking; Add Peanut Oil. When Oil Is Hot, Braise Meatballs. Add Warm Water, Soy Sauce, Sherry & Ginger. Bring To Boil, Transfer To Clay Pot, Cover, And Simmer For 30 Minutes. Add Yam Chunks, Beancurd & Mushrooms. Cook Uncovered Another 20 Minutes Until Yams Are Done But Still Firm. Thicken Sauce With Cornstarch Paste; Boil Briefly. Turn Off Heat, Cover To Keep Hot Until Ready To Serve. Serves 6 -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Beef And Bean Roundup (10-25-92) (21:56) 1 1/2 Pounds Ground Beef 1/4 Cup Chopped Onion 1 Cup Barbecue Sauce 1 Tablespoon Brown Sugar 1 (16 Ounce) Can Baked Beans 1 (10 Ounce) Can Flaky Biscuits 1/2 Cup (2 Ounces) Shredded Cheddar Cheese Heat Oven To 375 Degrees. In Skillet, Brown Ground Beef And Onion; Drain. Stir In Barbecue Sauce, Brown Sugar And Beans, Heat Until Bubbly. Pour Into 2 1.2 Quart Casserole. Separate Dough Into 10 Biscuits, Cut Each Biscuit Crosswise. Place Biscuits Cut Side Down Over Hot Meat Mixture In Spoke Fashion Around Edge Of Casserole. Sprinkle Cheese Over Biscuits. Bake At 375 Degrees For 22 To 27 Minutes Or Until Biscuits Are Golden Brown. Makes 6 Servings. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Beef And Bean Skillet 1 Pound Ground Beef 1 Package Sloppy Joe Mix 1 Pound Can Baked Beans 1 Pound Can Tomatoes 1/4 Cup Brown Sugar Brown Ground Beef In Skillet. Stir In Contents Of Sloppy Joe Mix Envelope, Baked Beans, Tomatoes And 1/4 Cup Brown Sugar. Cover; Simmer 15 Minutes, Stirring Occasionally. Makes 4 To 6 Servings. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Beef And Cabbage Joes (08-13-93) (16:55) Servings: 8 1 Lb Ground Beef 1/2 C Onion; Chopped, 1 Md. 1/2 C Celery; Thinly Sliced 2 C Cabbage; Shredded 1/3 C Green Pepper; Chopped 3/4 C Catsup 1/4 C Water 1/4 T Salt 1 T Mustard; Prepared 8 Ea Hamburger Buns; * * Hamburger Buns Should Be Split And Toasted. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cook And Stir The Meat, Onion And Celery In A Large Skillet Until The Meat Is Brown. Drain Off The Excess Fat. Stir In The Cabbage, Green Pepper, Catsup, Water, Salt, And Mustard And Heat To Boiling, Stirring Occasionally. Reduce The Heat And Cover. Simmer Until The Vegetables Are Tender, About 25 Minutes. Spoon The Mixture Onto The Bottom Halves Of The Buns And Top With The Remaining Halves. Note: For Sloppy Joes, Omit The Cabbage And Salt. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Beef And Cheese Pie (08-14-93) (0:58) Servings: 6 1 1/4 Lb Ground Beef 1/3 T Cinnamon 1/4 Ea Chopped Green Bell Pepper 1 C 8oz Tomato Sauce & Mushrooms 1 C 8 Oz. Cut Green Beans 1/4 T Garlic Salt 1 C 8 Oz. Can Crescent Rolls 1 Ea Egg,Slightly Beaten 2 C Shredded Cheddar Cheese Preheat Oven To 375 Degrees.Fry Ground Beef,Onion And Green Bell Pepper In A Large Frying Pan.Drain Fat.Stir In Tomato Sauce, Beans,And Seasoning.Simmer While Preparing Crust.Separate Crescent Rolls Into 8 Triangles.Place In An Ungreased 9" Pie Pan.Press Bottom And Sides To Form A Crust.Combine Egg And 1 Cup Cheese. Spread Over Crust,Evenly.Spoon Hot Meat Mixture Into Crust. Sprinkle With Remaining Cheese.Bake For 20 To 25 Minutes.Serves 6. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Beef And Eggplant Casserole 1 Pound Ground Beef 1 Eggplant (About 1 Pound), Cut Into 1 Inch Pieces 1 Cup Uncooked Elbow Spaghetti 1/2 Cup Water 1 Clove Garlic, Crushed 1 Teaspoon Salt 1/4 Teaspoon Ground Oregano 1/4 Teaspoon Pepper 4 Medium Tomatoes, Each Cut Into Fourths 2 Medium Onions, Chopped 1 Green Pepper, Cut Into Strips 1/4 Cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Cook And Stir Ground Beef In 3 Quart Dutch Oven Until Brown; Drain. Stir In Eggplant, Spaghetti, Water, Garlic, Salt, Oregano And Pepper. Top With Tomatoes, Onions And Green Pepper. Cover And Cook In 350 Degree Oven Until Eggplant Is Tender, 50 To 60 Minutes. Stir; Sprinkle With Cheese. Makes 6 To 8 Servings. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Beef Baked In A Barrel (08-12-93) (1:34) Servings: 6 2 Lb Ground Beef Chuck 2 Ea Large Pineapples 2 Ea Med Onions, Chopped 3 Ea Cloves Garlic, Minced 2 T Cooking Fat Or Oil 1 T Salt 1 T Ground Ginger 1/2 T Seasoned Salt 1/4 T Freshly Ground Pepper 1/2 C Coffee Brandy 1 C Diced Fresh Pineapple 1 C Canned Mandarin Orange S 1/4 C Mandarin Liqueur 18 Ea Fresh Mushrooms 3 T Butter 18 Ea Strips Of Pimiento 3 C Cooked Rice Cut Tops From Pineapples. With A Sharp Knife, Hollow Out Fruit, Leaving About 3/4 Inch Pineapple On Sides And Bottom. (Be Careful Not To Cut Through Outside Shells.) Dice 1 Cup Pineapple. (Use Remainder For Salad Or Dessert) Cook Onions And Garlic In Cooking Fat In Large Frying-Pan 5 Minutes, Stirring Occasionally. Add Ground Beef, Salt, Ginger, Seasoned Salt And Pepper. Cook Over Medium Heat, Stirring Occasionally, Until Ground Beef Begins To Brown. Warm Brandy In Small Pan Over Low Heat, Ignite And Pour Over Beef Mixture, Lifting Pan From Heat And Shaking Until Flame Dies. Continue Cooking For 8 To 10 Minutes. Remove From Heat; Add 1 Cup Diced Pineapple, Orange Segments And Mandarin Liqueur, Stirring Carefully To Mix. Fill Pineapple Shells (Barrels) With Beef And Fruit Mixture. Place Filled Fruit Upright In Foil Lined Pan. Bake In A Moderate Oven (350 Degrees F.) For 35 Minutes. Meanwhile Remove Stems From Mushrooms, Slightly Hollowing Out Caps. Cook Caps In Butter In Small Frying-Pan About 3 Minutes. Curl Up Each Pimiento Strip And Place In Mushroom Cap. To Serve, Set Both "Barrels" On Warm Plater, Spoon Beef Mixture Over Rice On Individual Dinner Plates And Garnish Each Serving With 3 Stuffed Mushroom Caps. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Beef Biscuit Pie 1 7. 5 Ounce Package Refrigerated Biscuits 3/4 Pound Ground Beef 1 Medium Onion Diced 1 Green Pepper Diced 1 Celery Stalk Diced 1 8 Ounce Can Tomatoes 1/4 Teaspoon Salt 1/4 Teaspoon Oregano 1/4 Cup Milk 2 Eggs 1/2 Cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Grease 9 Inch Pie Plate. On Floured Surface With Floured Rolling Pin, Roll Each Biscuit 1/8 Inch Thick. Arrange Biscuits On Bottom And Up Side Of Pie Plate, Pressing Together To Form A Crust. In 10 Inch Skillet Over High Heat, Cook Ground Beef, Onion, And Celery Until Meat Is Well Browned, Stirring. Stir In Tomatoes With Their Liquid, Salt And Oregano. Remove Skillet From Heat. Pre Heat Oven To 350 Degrees In Small Bowl, Beat Milk And Eggs; Stir In Meat Mixture; Spoon Into Biscuit Lined Pie Plate. Sprinkle With Cheese. Bake 20 To 25 Minutes Until Biscuits Are Golden And Meat Mixture Is Hot And Bubbly. Makes 6 Main Dish Servings. 295 Calories Per Serving. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Beef Boulette Burgers 2 Pounds Ground Beef 1 Cup Dairy Sour Cream 1/2 Cup Dry Bread Crumbs 1 Can (4 Ounces) Mushroom Stems And Pieces, Drained And Chopped 2 Tablespoons Finely Chopped Onion 2 Tablespoons Snipped Parsley 1 1/2 Teaspoons Salt 1/4 Teaspoon Pepper Mix All Ingredients. Shape Mixture Into 8 Patties, Each About 3/4 Inch Thick. Broil Or Grill 4 Inches From Heat, Turning Once, Until Desired Doneness (10 To 15 Minutes) For Medium). Garnish With Onion Rings If Desired. Makes 8 Servings. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Beef Casserole 1 Pound Ground Beef 4 Ounces Uncooked Elbow Macaroni 1 Can (10 1/2 Ounces) Condensed Cream Of Mushroom Soup 3/4 Cup Milk 2/3 Cup Catsup 1/2 Cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese (About 2 Ounces) 1/4 Cup Chopped Green Pepper 1 To 2 Tablespoons Instant Minced Onion 1 Teaspoon Salt 1 Cup Crushed Potato Chips Heat Oven To 350 Degrees Cook And Stir Meat Until Brown. Drain Off Fat. Cook Macaroni As Directed On Package; Drain. In Ungreased 2 Quart Casserole, Mix All Ingredients Except Potato Chips. Cover; Bake 40 Minutes. Uncover; Sprinkle With Potato Chips And Bake 5 Minutes Longer. Makes 4 To 6 Servings. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Beef Chow Mein Serves 4 2 Quart Glass Casserole Dish 4 Cup Glass Mixing Bowl 1 Pound Lean Ground Beef 1 Can (10 1/2 Ounces) Condensed Beef Consomme 2 Tablespoons Cornstarch 1 Teaspoon Garlic Powder 1/2 Teaspoon Ginger 1 Package (6 Ounces) Frozen Chinese Pea Pods 1/2 Medium Onion, Thinly Sliced 1/4 Pound Fresh Mushrooms, Thinly Sliced 1 Stalk Celery, Thinly Sliced 1/2 Pound Fresh Bean Sprouts Hot Cooked Rice In Glass Casserole, Crumble Beef And Cook On Roast (7) For 6 Minutes Or Until No Longer Pink; Stir Once During Cooking. Drain. In Glass Mixing Bowl, Combine Consomme, Cornstarch, Soy Sauce, Garlic Powder And Ginger. Cook On High (9) For 7 Minutes Or Until Mixture Thickens; Stir Twice During Cooking. Pour Thickened Mixture Into Cooked Beef. Add All Vegetables Except Bean Sprouts. Cook On Reheat (8) For 10 Minutes Or Until Hot, Mixing In Bean Sprouts During Last 3 Minutes. Serve Over Hot Rice. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Beef Egg Sandwich 1/4 Pound Ground Beef 1/4 Cup Chopped Onion 2 Tablespoons Chopped Green Pepper 1/2 Teaspoon Salt 1/8 Teaspoon Pepper 1 1/2 Teaspoons Water 3 Eggs 4 Hamburger Buns, Split And Buttered Cook And Stir Meat, Onion, Green Pepper, Salt And Pepper Until Meat Is Brown And Onion Is Tender. Blend Eggs And Water; Pour Over Meat Mixture. Cook Over Low Heat Just Until Eggs Are Set. Lift Cooked Portions With Spatula; Turn To Cook Eggs Evenly. Serve In Buns. Makes 4 Sandwiches. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Beef Enchiladas 1 Lb Cooked Ground Beef 1 Minced Onion 2 Cans Diced Chili Pepper 1 Clove Minced Garlic 2 Pints Tomato Sauce 1/2 Teaspoon Salt 1 Beaten Egg 1/2 Lb Grated Cheddar Cheese 12 Soft Tortillas Olive Oil Red Sauce Heat 1/2 Inch Of Oil In Skillet And Fry Tortillas About 15 Seconds Each Side. Remove And Pat Off Excess Oil. In Separate Skillet Heat 2 Tablespoon Oil And Saute Onion Until Tender. Add Chili Peppers, Garlic, Tomato Sauce, Salt And Pepper. Add Ground Beef. Simmer Uncovered 10 Minutes. Dip Tortillas In Egg, Fill With Sauce Mixture, Roll And Place In A Shallow Greased Baking Dish. Pour Red Sauce Over Tortillas, Top With Grated Cheese And Bake Uncovered At 350 Degrees For 15 Minutes. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Beef Noodle Chop Suey 1 Pound Ground Beef 1/2 Cup Chopped Onion 3 1/4 Cups Hot Water 1 Package Hamburger Helper Beef Noodle Dinner 1 Can (8 Ounces) Water Chestnuts, Drained And Sliced 1 Can (16 Ounces) Mixed Chinese Vegetables, Drained In 10 Inch Skillet, Cook And Stir Meat And Onion Until Meat Is Brown; Drain. Stir In Water, Noodles, Sauce Mix, Water Chestnuts And Vegetables. Heat To Boiling, Stirring Constantly. Reduce Heat; Simmer Uncovered 10 To 15 Minutes, Stirring Frequently. Makes 5 Or 6 Servings. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Beef Pita, Greek Style (05-11-93) (23:26) Servings: 12 2 Lb Ground Beef 1 Ea Med. Onion, Chopped 4 Ea Small Cloves Garlic, Minced 1/2 Lb Fresh Mushrooms, Sliced 1 Ea Bay Leaf 1 1/4 T Salt 1/2 T Chili Powder 1/2 T Cumin Powder 1/4 T Cinnamon 8 Oz (1 Cn) Tomato Sauce 1/3 C Burgundy Or Rose Wine 1 Ea Large Egg 8 Oz (1 Pk) Cream Cheese,Softened 1 C Creamed Cottage Cheese 1/2 C Crumbled Feta Cheese 1/2 C Unsalted Butter, Melted * 8 Oz (1/2 Pk) Phyllo Leaves ** 1/4 C Dry Bread Crumbs ---------------------------------Garnishes--------------------------------- 1 X Parsley Sprigs 12 Ea Cherry Tomatoes 1 X Fresh Fruit Kabobs (Opt.) * Unsalted Margarine, Melted, Can Also Be Used. ** Phyllo Leaves Are Greek Pastry And They Should Be Defrosted. Combine Ground Beef, Onion And Garlic In A Large Frying-Pan; Cook, Stirring Frequently Until Beef Loses Pink Color. Pour Off Drippings. Add Mushrooms, Bay Leaf, Salt, Chili Powder, Cumin Powder, And Cinnamon; Cook, Stirring Frequently, Until Mushrooms Are Tender About 5 Minutes. Stir In Tomato Sauce And Wine; Cook, Covered, 10 Minutes, Stirring Occasionally. Remove Bay Leaf. Cool While Preparing Cheese Filling. Combine Egg And Cream Cheese In Medium Bowl, Beat With Electric Mixer Until Smooth. Stir In Cottage And Feta Cheeses And Blend. Brush 13 X 9-Inch Baking Pan With Melted Butter. Line Pan With 1 Sheet Of Pastry, Fitting Pastry To Contour Of Pan. (Pastry Will Come Up Over Edges Of Pan.) Brush Pastry With Butter. Layer With 3 More Pastry Sheets, Brushing Each With Butter. Sprinkle Bread Crumbs Evenly Over Top. Spoon 1/5 Of Meat Filling In Layer Over Crumbs And 1/5 Of The Cheese Filling Over Meat. Place 1 Pastry Sheet Over Cheese Filling, Crinkling To Fit Inside Dimensions Of Pan; Brush With Butter And Layer With 1/5 Of The Meat And 1/5 To The Cheese Fillings. Repeat With 3 More Pastry Sheets, Crinkling Each, Brushing With Butter And Topping With Fillings. Turn Bottom Pastry Ends Up Over Filling. Place Remaining 8 Pastry Sheets Smoothly Over Top, Brushing Each With Butter. Using Spatula, Tuck Top Pastry Sheets Around Inside Edges Of Pan. With Sharp Knife, Score Top Lightly In Half Lengthwise And Sixths Crosswise. (Do Not Cut Through) Bake In Moderate Oven (350 Degrees F.) 1 Hour Or Until Top Is Golden Brown. Cool At Least 10 Minutes Before Cutting Along Scored Lines. Place A Cherry Tomato On Each Of 12 Small Wooden Picks And Insert Pick In Center Of Each Serving. Garnish With Parsley. Garnish Individual Servings With Fresh Fruit Kabobs, If Desired. Fresh Fruit Kabobs: To Make Fresh Fruit Kabobs, Place Chunks Of Fresh Pineapple, Cantaloupe, Whole Strawberries Or Other Fruits In Season On Small Wooden Skewers. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Beef Rellenos 1 Lb Ground Beef 1/2 Minced Onion 1 Clove Minced Garlic 1/2 Teaspoon Chili Powder 1 Teaspoon Salt 1/3 Cup Tomato Sauce 8 Chili Pepper 4 Eggs 1/4 Cup Olive Oil 1/4 Cup Flour In Large Skillet Saute Meat Until Light Brown. Drain Excess Fat, And Add Onion, Garlic, Chili Powder And Salt. Saute 3 Minutes. Add Tomato Sauce And Simmer 10 Minutes. If Using Fresh Chilies, Place Under Broiler About 8 Minutes. Split Chilies Down One Side And Remove Skin. Remove Seeds. Stuff Inside With Meat Mixture And Roll In Flour. Have Ready A Large Skillet Filled With 1/4" Oil. Separate Eggs. Beat Whites Stiff, And Beat Yolks Light. Fold Yolks Into Whites. Lightly Dunk Peppers In Mixture. Ease Peppers Into Hot Oil In Skillet And Cook Until Golden Brown. Remove. Serve With Hot Sauce On The Side. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Beef Rice Dinner 1 Package Hamburger Helper Rice Oriental Dinner 1 Can (10 1/2 Ounces) Condensed Beef Broth (Bouillon) 1 Can (16 Ounces) Mixed Chinese Vegetables, Drained 1 Small Green Pepper , Thinly Sliced Prepare Oriental Dinner As Directed On Package Except Omit Water; Add Enough Water To Beef Broth To Measure 3 1/3 Cups Liquid. Five Minutes Before End Of Cooking Stir In Chinese Vegetables And Green Pepper. Makes 5 To 6 Servings. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Beef Stroganoff Serves 4 2 Quart Covered Glass Casserole Dish 1 Pound Lean Ground Beef 1 Teaspoon Garlic Powder 1 Medium Onion, Finely Chopped 1/4 Pound Mushrooms, Sliced 1/2 Cup Red Wine 3 Tablespoons Flour, Made Into Paste With Water 1/4 Teaspoon Pepper 1 Cup Sour Cream 1 Package (8 Ounce) Flat Egg Noodles, Cooked In Glass Casserole, Combine Beef, Onion And Mushrooms. Cook On Roast (7) For 6 Minutes Or Until Beef Is No Longer Pink. Add Wine, Flour Paste, Salt And Pepper. Stir Well. Mix In Sour Cream. Cover; Cook On Reheat (8) For 10 Minutes, Or Until Hot. Serve Over Hot Cooked Noodles. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Beef Sweet Sour Surprises 2 Tablespoons Cornstarch 2 Tablespoons Sugar 1 Chicken Bouillon Cube 1/2 Cup Water 1/3 Cup Vinegar 1 Cup Pineapple Juice 2 Tablespoons Soy Sauce 1 Tablespoon Butter Or Margarine 1/2 Pound Tiny Meatballs, Cooked Combine Cornstarch, Sugar, Chicken Bouillon Cube, Water, Vinegar, Pineapple Juice, Soy Sauce, And Butter. Cook And Stir Until Mixture Boils; Cover And Simmer 5 Minutes. Group Meatballs In Sauce. Heat Through; Serve Hot. Makes 1 1/2 Cups Sauce. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Beef Tacos (08-14-93) (0:59) Servings: 6 1 Lb Ground Beef 1 Ea Chopped Onion 1 X Salt To Taste 1 Ea Clove Garlic (Optional) 1 Pk Taco Shells 1 C Green Chili Or Taco Sauce Saute' The Beef And Onion Until Brown. Salt To Taste. Add Garlic If Desired. Place A Heaping Tablespoon Of Meat Mixture In Each Shell And Stuff With Lettuce, Tomato And Cheese. Serve With The Chili Or Taco Sauce And Top With Sour Cream Or Guacamole For An Added Treat. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Beef With Browned Rice 2 Medium Stalks Celery, Cut Diagonally Into Slices (About 1 Cup) 2/3 Cup Uncooked Regular Rice 1 Medium Onion, Chopped (About 1/2 Cup) 2 Tablespoons Vegetable Oil 1 1/2 Cups Boiling Water 1 Teaspoon Instant Chicken Or Beef Bouillon 2 Teaspoons Soy Sauce 1 1/2 Cups 1 Inch Pieces Cooked Beef 1 Medium Green Pepper, Chopped (About 1 Cup) Cook And Stir Celery, Rice And Onion In Oil In 10 Inch Skillet Over Medium Heat Until Rice Is Golden Brown And Onion Is Tender. Stir In Water, Instant Bouillon, Soy Sauce And Pork. Heat To Boiling; Reduce Heat. Cover And Simmer Until Rice Is Tender And Liquid Is Absorbed, 18 To 20 Minutes. Stir In Green Pepper. Cover And Simmer 10 Minutes Longer. Makes 4 Servings. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Black Jack Burger (5-16-98) For 4 For 12 Mayonnaise 1/2 Cup 1 1/3 Cups Creole Mustard 11/2 Tablespoons 1/3 Cup Tomato Slices 8 24 Thin Red Onion Slices 8 24 Prepared Vinaigrette Dressing 1 To 2 Tablespoons 1/4 Cup Ground Beef 1 To 1 1/2 Pounds 3 To 6 Pounds Cajun Seasoning Mixture* 1/4 Cup 3/4 Cup Monterey Jack Cheese Slices 4 12 Sesame Seed Buns, Split 4 12 In A Small Bowl Mix Mayonnaise And Mustard Until Thoroughly Blended. Cover And Refrigerate. In A Medium Bowl Toss Tomatoes And Onions In Dressing To Coat. Cover And Reserve. Form Beef Into 4- To 8-Ounce Patties. Season Patties On Each Side With 1 1/2 Teaspoons Cajun Seasoning. Grill Over Medium-High Heat To 157° F Internal Temperature. Top With 1 Slice Of Cheese And Return To Grill Briefly To Melt. Spread 1 Tablespoon Of The Mayonnaise-Mustard Mixture On Each Half Of Buns. Place 2 Slices Each Marinated Tomatoes And Onions On Bottom Halves Of Buns. Top With Grilled Burgers To Serve. Makes 4 Or 12 Servings -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Blue Ribbon Burgers (08-13-93) (16:40) Servings: 6 2 Lb Ground Beef 2 T Worcestershire Sauce 1/2 T Salt 1/4 T Garlic Salt 1/4 T Pepper 3 Oz Cream Cheese; Softened, 1 Pk 2 T Blue Cheese; Crumbled 4 Oz Mushrooms; 1 Can, * * Use 1 4-Oz Can Of Mushroom Stems And Pieces. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Mix Meat, Worcestershire Sauce And Seasonings. Shape The Mixture Into 12 Thin Patties, Each About 4-Inches In Diameter. Mix The Cream Cheese And The Blue Cheese. Top Each Of 6 Patties With The Cheese Mixture, Spreading To Within 1/2 Inch Of The Edge; Press The Mushrooms Into The Cheese. Cover Each Patty With One Of The Remaining Patties, Sealing The Edges Firmly. Broil Or Grill The Patties 4-Inches From The Heat, Turning Once, Until The Desired Doneness Is Reached And Cheese Is Melted, About 10 To 15 Minutes. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Bramberger Meat & Cabbage Casserole (05-11-93) (0:42) Servings: 4 1 Lb Cabbage; Head, Small 1 T Vegetable Oil 2 Ea Onions; Medium, Chopped 1/2 Lb Pork; Lean, Cubed 1 Lb Ground Beef; Lean 1 T Caraway Seeds 1/2 T Salt 1/2 T Pepper 1/2 C White Wine; Dry 1 T Vegetable Oil 3 Ea Bacon; Strips, Thick Sliced Remove Outer, Wilted Cabbage Leaves And Core. Place Cabbage In A Large Pot Of Boiling Water And Simmer Gently For 10 Minutes. Remove And Drain. Gently Pull Off 12 Leaves And Set Aside. Finely Chop The Rest Of The Cabbage. Heat 1 T Vegetable Oil; Add Onions, Pork, And Ground Beef. Cook Until Lightly Browned. Drain Off Excess Fat. Add The Chopped Cabbage, Caraway Seeds, Salt, And Pepper. Pour In The White Wine. Cover And Simmer The Mixture For 10 Minutes, Stirring Often. Grease An Ovenproof Dish With 1 T Of Vegetable Oil; Line The Dish With Half The Cabbage Leaves. Spoon In The Meat Mixture, Cover With The Rest Of The Cabbage Leaves. Cut Bacon Strips In Half And Arrange On Top. Place In Preheated 350 Degree F. Oven; Bake For Approximately 45 Minutes. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Braunburgers (08-13-93) (16:41) Servings: 5 1 Lb Ground Beef 1/4 Lb Braunschweiger Sausage; * 1/4 C Dairy Sour Cream 2 T Onion; Finely Chopped * Braunschweiger Sausage Is Also Known As Liver Sausage. Because Of ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Mix All The Ingredients Together. Shape Mixture Into 5 Patties, Each About 3/4-Inch Thick. Broil Or Grill The Patties 4-Inches From The Heat, Turning Once, Until The Desired Doneness Is Reached, About 10 To 15 Minutes. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Brunch Casserole (02/17/94) (13:30) Yield: 7 Servings 1 1/2 Lb Ground Beef 1 Ea Onion;Large;Finely Chopped 2 T Olive Oil Or Butter 2 Ea Garlic;Cloves;Minced 1 Cn Mushrooms;Sliced;Drained;4oz 2 T Salt 1/2 T Nutmeg 1/2 T Oregano;Leaf 1/2 Pk Spinach;Chopped;Frozen* 3 T Flour 6 Ea Eggs;Beaten 1/4 C Milk;Scalded 1/2 C Cheddar Cheese;Sharp;Grated *Thawed;Drained In Skillet, Lightly Brown Ground Beef And Onion In Olive Oil; Drain Well. Place In Well-Greased Crock-Pot. Stir In Remaining Ingredients Except Eggs, Milk And Cheese Until Well Blended. Beat Eggs And Milk Together. Pour Over Other Ingredients; Stir Well. Dust With Additional Nutmeg. Cover And Cook On Low Setting For 7 To 10 Hours Or Until Firm. Just Before Serving, Sprinkle With Grated Cheese. 6 To 8 Servings (About 2-1/2 Quarts) -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Burgundy Burgers (08-13-93) (16:38) Servings: 6 1 1/2 Lb Ground Beef 1/4 C Burgundy Or Other Red Wine 1/4 C Onion; Finely Chopped, 1 Sm. 1 T Worcestershire Sauce 1 T Seasoned Salt 1/4 T Pepper 1/8 T Garlic Salt Mix All The Ingredients Together. Shape Mixture Into 6 Patties, Each About 3/4-Inch Thick. Broil Or Grill The Patties 4-Inches From The Heat, Turning Once, To The Desired Doneness, About 10 To 15 Minutes. Nice Served On Toasted Buns With A Favorite Topping. See Toppings. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Cajun Meat Loaf (08-12-93) (1:32) Servings: 6 -------------------------------Seasoning Mix------------------------------- 2 Ea Whole Bay Leaves 1 T Salt 1 T Ground Cayenne Pepper 1 T Black Pepper 1/2 T White Pepper 1/2 T Ground Cumin 1/2 T Ground Nutmeg ------------------------------Main Ingredients------------------------------ 4 T Unsalted Butter 3/4 C Finely Chopped Onions 1/2 C Green Bell Peppers, Chopped 1/4 C Green Onions, Finely Chopped 2 T Minced Garlic 1 T Tabasco Sauce 1 T Worcestershire Sauce 1/2 C Evaporated Milk 1/2 C Catsup 1 1/2 Lb Ground Beef 1/2 Lb Ground Pork 2 Ea Eggs, Lightly Beaten 1 C Very Fine Bread Crumbs Combine The Seasoning Mix Ingredients In A Small Bowl And Set Aside. Melt The Butter In A 1-Quart Saucepan Over Medium Heat. Add The Onions, Celery, Bell Peppers, Green Onions, Garlic, Tabasco, Worcestershire And Seasoning Mix. Saute Until Mixture Starts Sticking Excessively, About 6 Minutes, Stirring Occasionally And Scraping The Pan Bottom Well. Stir In The Milk And Catsup. Continue Cooking For About 2 Minutes, Stirring Occasionally. Remove From Heat And Allow Mixture To Cool To Room Temperature. Place The Ground Beef And Pork In An Ungreased 13x9-Inch Baking Pan. Add The Eggs, The Cooked Vegetable Mixture And The Bread Crumbs, Remove The Bay Leaves. Mix By Hand Until Thoroughly Combined. In The Center Of The Pan, Shape The Mixture Into A Loaf That Is About 1-1/2 Inches High, 6 Inches Wide And 12 Inches Long. Bake Uncovered At 350f For 25 Minutes, Then Raise Heat To 400f And Continue Cooking Until Done, About 35 Minutes Longer. Serve Immediately As Is Or With Very Hot Cajun Sauce For Beef. This Is Best Using Both Ground Pork And Ground Beef, As The Pork Gives More Flavor Diversity. However, You Can Make It With Ground Beef Only. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Caraway Burgers (08-13-93) (16:45) Servings: 6 1 1/2 Lb Ground Beef 1/2 C Onion; Finely Chopped, 1 Md. 1 T Salt 1 T Caraway Seed 1 T Worcestershire Sauce 1/4 T Pepper 1 C Beer; Any Brand Mix All The Ingredients Together Except The Beer. Shape Mixture Into 6 Patties, Each About 1-Inch Thick. Place The Patties In An Ungreased Baking Dish, 10 X 6 X 1 3/4-Inches. Pour The Beer Over The Patties, Then Cover And Refrigerate At Least 3 Hours. (Meat May Turn Gray, But Is Ok) Remove Patties From The Marinade. Broil Or Grill The Patties 4 Inches From The Heat, Turning Once, To The Desired Doneness, About 15 To 20 Minutes. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Cheeseburger Pie (08-14-93) (0:37) Servings: 6 -----------------------------------Crust----------------------------------- 1 C Bisquick Baking Mix 1/4 C Milk Or Light Cream --------------------------------Meat Filling-------------------------------- 1 Lb Lean Ground Beef 1/2 C Onion; Chopped, 1 Md 1/2 T Salt 1/4 T Pepper ----------------------------------Topping---------------------------------- 2 Ea Tomatoes; Sliced, Md 2 Ea Eggs; Lg 1 C Cheddar Cheese; Shredded,4oz 2 Tb Bisquick Baking Mix 1 Tb Worcestershire Sauce Heat The Oven To 375 Degrees F. Mix The 1 Cup Of The Biscuit Baking Mix And The Milk Until A Soft Dough Forms. Gently Smooth The Dough Into A Ball On A Floured Cloth-Covered Surface After Kneading The Ball 5 Times To Mix. Roll Out The Dough Until It Is 2 Inches Larger Than An Inverted 9-Inch Pie Pan. Ease Into The Pan And Flute The Edges. Set Aside. Cook And Stir The Meat And Onion In A Large Skillet Until The Meat Is Brown. Drain Off The Excess Fat. Stir In The Salt, Pepper, 2 Tb Of The Baking Mix, And The Worcestershire Sauce. Turn The Meat Filling Into The Pastry Lined Pie Pan. Arrange The Tomato Slices On The Meat Mixture. Beat The Eggs Slightly And Stir In The Cheese. Spoon Onto The Tomatoes Spreading The Mixture To Cover The Top Completely. Bake For About 30 Minutes. Cut Into Wedges And Serve With Chili Sauce, If Desired. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Cheese-Potato Meat Loaf (08-14-93) (0:43) Servings: 6 1 X Basic Meat Loaf; 1/4 C Blue Cheese; Crumbled 1 X Potatoes; Instant Mashed 1 X Bacon; Crisp & Crumbled * Use The Measurements For 4 Servings And Prepare As The Recipe ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Prepare The Basic Meat Loaf Recipe Except -- Mix In Half Of The Cheese And Shape The Mixture Into A Loaf In An Ungreased Baking Pan 13 X 9 X 2-Inches. Omit The Catsup And Bake As Directed. Drain Off The Excess Fat. Prepare The Potatoes As Directed On The Package Except -- Stir In The Remaining Cheese. Spread The Potatoes On The Sides And Top Of The Meat Loaf. Sprinkle With The Crumbled Bacon And Bake For An Additional 10 Minutes, Or Until The Potatoes Are Lightly Browned. Serve Hot. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Chili (05-03-92) (23:51) 1/2 Pound Lean Ground Beef 1 Cup Bran 2 Onions, Chopped 2 Green Peppers. Chopped 3 To 4 Cups Ripe Tomatoes 1 Bay Leaf (Optional) 1 To 2 Tablespoons Chili Powder, To Taste 2 Teaspoons Salt 1 Or 2 15 Ounce Cans Kidney Beans, Undrained 1 Tablespoon Maple Syrup (Optional) Brown The Ground Beef In A Heavy 4 Quart Cooking Pot, Sprinkle The Bran On The Meat As It Browns. Add Onions And Peppers To Mixture. Add Remaining Ingredients And Simmer Uncovered 1 To 2 Hours. Add More Liquid If Necessary. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Chili 1 (11-14-93) (16:54) 1 1/2 Lb Ground Beef, Chicken, Or Turkey 2 C Water 1 T Chili Powder 1 T Curry Powder 3 Tomatoes, Diced 4 C Cooked Kidney Beans Or Pinto Beans 1 Onion, Chopped 1 Bunch Green Onions, Sliced 1 1/2 Cups Grated Natural Sharp Cheese, Or Mild Cheddar Cheese In A Frying Pan, Saute Meat Until Lightly Browned. Pour Off Drippings. Add Water, Chili, And Curry Powder; Simmer 5 Minutes. Add Tomatoes And Beans; Heat Through. Stir In Onions. Ladle Into Serving Bowls And Sprinkle On Cheese. Serves 6 -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Chili Cheese Burgers (08-13-93) (16:43) Servings: 6 1 1/2 Lb Ground Beef 1/4 C Onion; Finely Chopped, 1 Sm. 1 T Chili Powder 1 T Worcestershire Sauce 3/4 T Salt 1/4 T Garlic Salt 1/4 T Pepper 1/4 T Red Pepper Sauce 6 Ea Cheddar Cheese Slices; * 2 T Green Chiles; Canned,Chopped 1 Ds Cayenne Red Pepper * Each Cheese Slice Should Be 2 X 2-Inches. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Mix All The Ingredients Together Except The Cheese Slices And Chiles. Shape The Mixture Into 12 Thin Patties, Each About 3 1/2-Inches In Diameter. Place 1 Cheese Slice And 1 Tsp Of The Chiles On Each Of 6 Patties. Top With The Remaining 6 Patties Sealing The Edges Firmly. Broil Or Grill The Patties 4-Inches From The Heat, Turning Once, Until The Desired Doneness Is Reached, About 10 To 15 Minutes. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Chipotle Beef And Avocado Tortas (03/16/94) (0:23) Yield: 4 Servings 1 1/2 Lb Lean Ground Beef 1 Canned Chipolte Chili In Adobo Sauce, Minced 2 Large Garlic Cloves Minced 1 Green Onion Minced 2 Ts Ground Cumin 4 Bolillos Or Other Large Soft Rolls Split In Half Sour Cream 1 Large Beefsteak Tomato Sliced Guacamole Combine First 5 Ingredients In Large Bowl. Season With Salt And Mix Well. Form Beef Into Four 3/4 Inch Thick Patties Approx Same Size As Rolls. Prepare Barbecue (High Heat). Grill Patties Until Cooked To Desired Done-Ness, About 4 Mins Per Side For Med-Rare. Grill Rolls Cut Side Down Until Just Warm, About 30 Seconds. Spread Bottom Halves Of Rolls With Sour Cream. Top Bottom Halves With Patty. Place Tomato Slice, Then Dollop Of Guacamole Atop Beef. Top Each Sandwich With Remaining 1/2 Of Roll And Serve. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Chow Mein Casserole (08-12-93) (1:29) Servings: 4 1 Lb Hamburger 3/4 C Celery; Chopped 3/4 C Onion; Chopped 1 1/4 C Boiling Water 1/2 C Uncooked Rice 1/2 T Salt 1 Ea Can Chicken And Rice Soup 4 Oz Mushrooms 1 T Brown Sugar 2 T Soy Sauce 1 T Butter Or Margarine 1 1/2 C Chow Mein Noodles Cook And Stir Hamburger, Celery And Onion Until Hamburger Is Light Brown, Then Drain. Pour Water On Rice And Add Salt In Greased 2qt Casserole. Stir In Hamburger, Soup, Mushrooms, Sugar, Soy Sauce And Margarine. Cover And Cook In 350f Oven For 30 Min; Stir. Cook Uncovered For 30 Min Longer. Stir In Noodles, Serve Immediately. Note: Water Chestnuts Or Bamboo Shoots May Be Added If Desired. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Cocktail Meatballs (05-02-92) (0:23) 1 Pound Lean Ground Beef 1/2 Cup Bran 1/2 Cup Tomato Juice 1 Teaspoon Salt 1/4 Teaspoon Pepper 1 Clove Garlic, Minced Or 1/2 Teaspoon Garlic Powder 1 Teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce Cocktail Sauce 1 (12 Ounce) Bottle Chili Sauce 1 (10 Ounce) Jar Grape Jelly Mix Together Everything But The Chili Sauce And Jelly And Shape Into 1/2 Inch Bite Size Meat Balls. Place As Many Meatballs On A Cookie Sheet As It Will Hold. Sprinkle Some Extra Bran On Top Of The Meatballs For A Crust. Place The Meatballs Under The Broiler Until Done, About 10 To 15 Minutes. Heat Chili Sauce And Jelly On Heat Proof Serving Dish, Stirring Constantly Until Jelly Is Melted. Add Meatballs To Sauce And Stir Until Thoroughly Coated. Simmer Uncovered For 20 Minutes. Serve In Sauce With Toothpicks. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Cocktail Meatballs 1 (04-01-93) (1:38) Ibm 1 Pound Lean Ground Beef 1/2 Cup Fine Dry Bread Crumbs (Unseasoned) 1 Egg 2 Tablespoons Milk 1 Tablespoon Dehydrated Minced Onion 1 Tablespoon Dried Parsley Flakes 1 Teaspoon Salt 1/4 Teaspoon Garlic Powder Dash Ground Allspice Dash Ground Cloves In Medium Bowl Mix All Ingredients. Form Mixture Into 1 Inch Balls. Arrange In 10 Inch Square Baking Dish. Microwave At High For 7 To 8 Minutes, Or Until Firm And No Longer Pink, Stirring To Rearrange Every 2 Minutes. Serve With Toothpicks And Barbecue Sauce Or Sour Cream For Dipping. Makes About 36. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Corn Bread Taco Bake (02/15/94) (23:47) Yield: 1 Servings 1 1/2 Lb Ground Beef 1 Pk Durkee Taco Seasoning 1/2 C Water 1 Cn Whole Kernal Corn, Drained 12 Oz. Size 1/2 C Green Pepper, Chopped 1 Cn Tomato Sauce 8 Oz. 1 Pk Corn Muffin Mix 8 1/2 Oz. 1 Cn Durkee French Fried Onions 2.8 Oz. Size 1/3 C Cheddar Cheese, Shredded 1oz Brown Meat; Drain. Stir In Next 5 Ingredients; Pour Into A 8x12 Inch Baking Dish. Prepare Corn Muffin Mix According To Package Directions, Except Add 1/2 Can French Fried Onions. Spoon Around Outer Edge Of Casserole. Bake, Uncovered, At 400 Degrees For 20 Minutes. Top With Remaining Onions And Cheese. Bake For 2 To 3 Minutes Longer. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Country Beef Loaf (08-12-93) (1:39) Servings: 8 2 T Butter Or Margarine 1/2 Lb Mushrooms, Trimmed & Sliced 1 X Onion, Diced (1 Cup) 1 C Thinly Sliced Celery 1 C Shredded Pared Carrots 2 T Water 2 Lb Ground Beef 1/2 C Sifted All-Purpose Flour 2 T Salt 1 T Seasoned Salt 1 T Fines Herbs 2 T Soy Sauce Combine Butter Or Margarine, Mushrooms, Onion, Celery, Carrots, And Water In A Medium-Size Frying Pan. Heat To Boiling, Cover And Cook 10 Minutes Or Until Vegetables Are Crispy Tender. Combine Ground Beef, Flour, Salt, Seasoned Salt, Fines Herbs, Soy Sauce, And Cooked Vegetable Mixture In A Large Bowl. Mix Lightly, Until Well-Blended. Shape Into A Rectangular Loaf, 8 X 6, In A Greased Jelly-Roll Pan. Bake In Moderate Over (350 Degrees) For 1 Hour, Or Until Crusty-Brown. Sprinkle With Chopped Parsley Before Serving, If You Wish. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Cranberry Meatballs (10-10-92) (0:31) 1 Pound Ground Beef 1/2 Cup Tomato Juice 2 Slices White Bread, Crumbled 1 Teaspoon Salt 1/8 Teaspoon Pepper 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce 1 Tablespoon Minced Parsley 1 Egg, Slightly Beaten 1 (1 Pound) Can Cranberry Sauce 1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice 1/3 Cup Brown Sugar Combine Meat, Tomato Juice, And Bread. Mix Well. Add Salt, Pepper, Worcestershire, Parsley, And Egg. Roll Into Meatballs And Brown In Small Amount Of Margarine. Beat Cranberry Sauce With Lemon Juice And Brown Sugar. Pour Over Meatballs And Simmer 1/2 Hour. Bake At 350 Degrees For 1 Hour. Makes 4 Servings. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Crawfish Chili (05-11-93) (23:29) Servings: 16 2 Lb Lean Ground Beef 2 Lb Crawfish Tails 1 T Garlic, Chopped Fine 2 T Salt 1 T Soy Sauce 1 T Cayenne Pepper 1 T Dried Mint 1 T Dried Parsley 3 T Chili Powder 1 Cn (8 Oz) Tomato Sauce 1 C Dry White Wine 1 X Water 1 T Lemon Or Lime Juice 1 C Chopped Onions 1 X Bacon Drippings Brown Meat In Bacon Drippings. Combine All Other Ingredients With Meat And Bring To A Boil. Simmer For A Few Hours. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Crunchy Teriyaki Burgers (08-13-93) (16:42) Servings: 6 1 1/2 Lb Ground Beef 1/2 C Water Chestnuts; * 1/4 C Soy Sauce 1/4 C Orange Juice; Or 1/4 C Sherry; Dry 1 Ea Clove Garlic; Minced 1 T Molasses Or Brown Sugar 1/8 T Ginger; Ground * Water Chestnuts Should Be Finely Chopped. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Mix The Meat And Water Chestnuts Together. Shape The Mixture Into 6 Patties, Each About 3/4-Inch Thick. Place The Patties In An Ungreased Baking Dish 10 X 6 X 1 3/4-Inches. Mix The Remaining Ingredients Together And Pour Over The Patties. Cover And Refrigerate For At Least 3 Hours, Turning The Patties Once. Remove The Patties From The Marinade. Broil Or Grill The Patties 4-Inches From The Heat, Turning Once, Until The Desired Doneness Is Reached, About 10 To 15 Minutes. Brush Frequently With The Leftover Marinade. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Curried Beef Balls (04/05/94) (1:53) Yield: 24 Servings 1/2 C Herb-Seasoned Stuffing Mix 1/3 C Evaporated Milk 1/2 T Salt 1 1/2 T Curry Powder 1 Lb Ground Beef In Large Mixng Bowl, Thoroughly Combine Crumbs, Milk, Salt & Curry Powder. Add Beef, Blend Well. Shape Into 48 1" Balls. To Microwave 12 Meatballs In Circle On Paper Plate: Cover Plate W/Wax Paper. Microwave At High 2-3 Minutes, Rotating Dish 1/4 Turn After 1 Minute. Serve With Sweet-Tart Sauce -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Curry Delight (08-14-93) (0:31) Servings: 7 2 Lb Lean Ground Beef 1 C Onion; Chopped, 1 Lg 16 Oz Tomatoes; 1 Cn 1 1/4 C Apple; Cored, Chopped 1 X Curry Powder; 1 To 1 1/2 Tb 2 T Beef Bouillon; Instant 1 1/2 T Salt 1 C Rice; Regular, Uncooked 2 1/2 C Water ----------------------------------Garnish---------------------------------- 1 X Peanuts; Chopped 2 Tb Coconut; Optional 2 Tb Raisins 1 Tb Chutney; Chopped Cook And Stir The Meat And Onion In A Dutch Oven Until The Meat Is Brown. Drain Off The Excess Fat. Stir In The Undrained Tomatoes And The Remaining Ingredients Except The Peanuts, Breaking Up The Tomatoes When You Add Them. To Cook The Dutch Oven: Heat The Mixture To Boiling Then Reduce The Heat And Simmer, Covered, Stirring Occasionally, Until The Rice Is Tender, About 30 To 45 Minutes. (A Small Amount Of Water Can Be Added If Necessary.) Garnish With The Chopped Peanuts Just Before Serving. To Cook In The Oven: Turn The Mixture Into An Ungreased 3-Quart Casserole. Cover And Bake At 350 Degrees F., Stirring Occasionally, Until The Rice Is Tender, About 45 To 55 Minutes. Garnish With The Chopped Peanuts Just Before Serving. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Devilish Potato Stacks (08-13-93) (17:07) Servings: 4 1 Lb Ground Beef 2 1/2 Oz Deviled Ham; 1 Can 1 T Worcestershire Sauce 1 X Instant Mashed Potatoes; * 1/2 C Creamed Cottage Cheese 3 1/2 Oz French Fried Onions; 1 Can * Use Enough Instant Mashed Potato Flakes For 4 Servings. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Heat The Oven To 350 Degrees F. Mix Meat, Deviled Ham And Worcestershire Sauce. Shape The Mixture Into 4 Patties. Place The Patties In An Ungreased Baking Pan 8 X 8 X 2-Inches. Prepare The Potato Puffs As Directed On The Package Except -- Decrease The Water To 1 Cup. Stir In The Cottage Cheese And Half The Onions Into The Potatoes. Top Each Patty With 1/4 Of The Potato Mixture. Sprinkle With The Remaining Onions. Bake Uncovered To Desired Doneness, 30 To 40 Minutes. Remove The Patties To A Serving Plate With A Slotted Spoon And Serve. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Double Cheese Hamburger Casserole (08-13-93) (17:12) Servings: 5 4 Oz Noodles; Uncooked, Abt 2 C 1 Lb Lean Ground Beef 1/3 C Onion; Chopped 1/4 C Celery Chopped 8 Oz Tomato Sauce; 1 Cn 1 T Salt 3 Oz Cream Cheese; Softened, 1 Pk 1/2 C Cottage Cheese; Creamed 1/4 C Dairy Sour Cream 1 Ea Tomato; Md., Optional Cook The Noodles As Directed On The Package And Then Drain. While The Noodles Are Cooking, Cook And Stir The Meat, The Onion And The Celery In A Large Skillet Until The Meat Is Brown. Drain Off The Excess Fat. Stir In The Noodles Tomato Sauce, Salt, Cream Cheese, Cottage Cheese And The Sour Cream. To Cook In A Skillet: Heat The Mixture To Boiling, Then Reduce The Heat And Simmer, Uncovered, For 5 Minutes, Stirring Frequently. Remove From The Heat. Cut The Tomato Into Thin Slices And Arrange On The Meat Mixture. Cover And Let Sit For About 5 Minutes Or Until The Tomato Slices Are Warmed. To Cook In The Oven: Turn The Mixture Into An Ungreased 1 1/2-Quart Casserole. Cut The Tomato Into Thin Slices And Arrange On The Meat Mixture. Cover And Bake In A 350 Degree F. Oven Until Hot, About 30 Minutes. Serve Immediately. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Dutch Meatloaf (05/20/93) (0:05) Servings: 6 1 1/2 Lb Ground Meat 1 1/2 T Salt 1 C Breadcrumbs 1/4 T Pepper 8 Oz Tomato Sauce. W/Onions 2 T Brown Sugar 2 T Mustard 1 Ea Egg 1 T Vinegar Mix Meat, Breadcrumbs, 1/2 Tomato Sauce, Egg, Salt & Pepper. Shape Into Loaf. Combine Remaining Ingredients With 1/2 Tomato Sauce. Pour Over Meat. Bake At 350 Degrees For 75 Minutes. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Easy Lasagna (11-29-93) (0:25) 1 Lb. Ground Beef 1/2 C. Chopped Onion 32 Oz. Spaghetti Sauce 1 T. Parsley Flakes 1 T. Oregano 3 C. Bisquick 1 C. Creamed Cottage Cheese 1/4 C. Parmesan Cheese 3/4 C. Milk 1 T. Parsley Flakes 1 T. Basil 1 C. Shredded Zucchini 1 C. Shredded Mozzarella Cook Beef And Onion. Drain, Add Spaghetti Sauce, Parsley And Oregano. Bring To Boil, Stirring, And Keep Warm Over Low Heat. Mix Remaining Ingredients Except Zucchini And Mozzarella. Beat 20 Strokes. Spread Half Of Dough In Ungreased 19 X 9 Pan. Sprinkle Half Of Zucchini And Half Of Meat Over Dough. Top With Half Of Mozzarella. Drop Remaining Dough By Teaspoonfuls. Repeat With Remaining Zucchini, Meat And Cheese. Bake Until Dark Golden Brown At 375 Degrees For 30 To 35 Minutes. Let Stand 10 Minutes Before Cutting. Makes 15 Servings. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Easy Sloppy Joe Sandwiches (02/02/94) (20:16) Servings: 4 1 Lb Ground Beef, Browned/Drained 1/4 C Onion, Chopped Fine 1/8 C Green Pepper, Chopped Fine 15 Oz Can Tomato Sauce 1 Ts Vinegar 1 Ts Brown Sugar 1/2 Ts Chili Powder 1 Ts Worcestershire Sauce 1/2 Ts Salt 6 Oz Tomato Paste Mix All Ingredients And Simmer 10-15 Minutes. Add Water If Too Thick. Serve On Hamburger Buns. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Eight Bean Chili (05-01-93) (16:01) 1/4 Lb Each Of The Following Dried Beans: Kidney, White, Pink, Black, Red, Pinto, Cranberry, And Navy 1 Lb Bacon 5 Large Onions, Peeled And Chopped 2/3 C Minced Garlic 1/4 C Toasted Coriander Seeds, Ground 1/4 C Ground Cinnamon 1/4 C Paprika 1/4 C Cayenne Pepper, Or To Taste For The Timid Of Tongue 1/2 C Ground Dried Poblano Chili Peppers 108 Oz (#10 Can) Italian Plum Tomatoes, With Juice 12 Oz Beer 5 Lb Lean Ground Beef Salt To Taste In A Large Pot, Soak The Beans Together Overnight In Water To Cover. Drain And Add Fresh Water To Cover. Cook At A Simmer For 1 1/2 Hours Or Until Beans Are Just Tender. While The Beans Are Simmering, Heat A Large Skillet. Mince The Bacon And Cook It Until It Begins To Crisp. Add The Onions And Garlic And Cook Over Medium Heat For 5 Minutes. Add All The Spices And The Ground Poblanos And Cook Another 5 Minutes. Add The Tomatoes With Their Juice And The Beer. Simmer For Half An Hour. In Another Pan, Cook The Beef Until The Pink Color Disappears. Drain And Add It To Tomato Mixture. When The Beans Are Fully Cooked, Drain Them, Reserving The Liquid, And Add The Beans To The Meat/Tomato Mixture. Salt To Taste And Let The Mixture Simmer For About 1 Hour. If It Is Too Dry, Add Some Of The Bean Liquid. Serves 25 -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Empanaditas (08-12-93) (1:41) Servings: 12 1/2 Lb Ground Beef 1/4 C Onion; Finely Chopped, 1 Md 2 T Raisins; Finely Chopped 2 T Chopped Green Olives 1/4 T Salt 1/8 T Pepper 1/4 C Cottage Cheese;Sm Curd,Cream 1 Ea Egg;Large Hard Cooked, * 1 Ea Egg; Large, Separated 1 T Water 1 X 10-Inch Pastryrecipe,2 Crust 2 T Milk * Hard Boiled Egg Should Be Peeled And Chopped. --------------------------------------------------------------------- --- Cook And Stir Ground Beef In 10-Inch Skillet, Breaking Up Into Small Pieces, Until Brown; Drain Reserving 1 T Of Fat And The Beef In The Skillet. Stir In Onion, Raisins, Olives,Salt And Pepper. Cover And Cook Over Low Heat For 5 Minutes. Stir In Cottage Cheese And Hard Cooked Egg. Heat Oven To 400 Degrees F. Mix Egg White And Water Until Slightly Foamy; Reserve. Prepare Pastry Dough; Gather Into A Ball. Divide Into Halves. Shape Into 2 Flattened Rounds On Lightly Floured Cloth Covered Surface. Roll 1 Round Of Pasty Into Circle, About 14 Inches In Diameter. Cut Into 11 Or 12 Circles, 3 1/2-Inches In Diameter. Spoon On 2 T Of The Beef Mixture At The Center Of Each Circle; Brush Edge Of Pastry With Egg White Mixture. Fold Pastry Circle Up Over Filling; Press Edge With Fork To Seal. Place Empanaditas On Ungreased Cookie Sheet. Repeat With Remaining Pastry Circles. Gather Any Remaining Pastry; Shape Into Another Round. Repeat Rolling Cutting And Filling. Beat Egg Yolk And Milk Until Well Blended; Brush Over Tops Of Empanaditas. Bake Until Golden Brown, 15 To 20 Minutes. Serve Warm. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Family Favorite Burgers (08-13-93) (16:37) Servings: 6 1 1/2 Lb Ground Beef 2 Ea Bread; Fresh Bread Crumbs 1/3 C Milk 1/4 C Catsup 1/4 C Onion;Finely Chopped,1 Small 1 T Salt 2 T Horseradish 2 T Worcestershire Sauce 1 T Mustard; Prepared Mix All Ingredients Together. Shape Mixture Into 6 Patties, Each About 3/4-Inch Thick. Broil Or Grill Patties, 4-Inches From The Heat, Turning Once, Until The Desired Doneness Is Reached, About 10 To 15 Minutes. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Filled Hamburgers (08-13-93) (16:35) Servings: 3 1 1/2 Lb Ground Beef 1/4 C Bread Crumbs; Dry 1/4 C Onion; Chopped, 1 Small 1 Ea Egg; Large 1 T Salt 1 T Worcestershire Sauce 1/4 T Pepper ----------------------------------Fillings---------------------------------- 1 X Dill Pickle Or Pickle Relish 1 X Prepared Mustard 1 X Catsup 1 X Horseradish 1 X Onion Slices Or 1 X Finely Chopped Onion 1 X Tomato Slices 1 X Process American Cheese Or 1 X Cheddar Cheese Slices ----------------------------Peppy Cheese Filling---------------------------- 1/4 C Cheese; ** 2 T Mayonnaise Or Salad Dressing 1 Lb Worcestershire Sauce 1/2 T Salt 1/2 T Mustard; Prepared 1/4 T Pepper ----------------------------------Optional---------------------------------- 1 X Green Chiles,Canned,To Taste 1 X Jalapenos; Canned, To Taste * Use One Or More Of These Fillings In Your Hamburgers. Your Choice. ** Use Process American Or Cheddar Cheese. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Mix All Ingredients Except The Fillings. Shape Mixture Into 12 Thin Patties, Each About 3 1/2-Inches In Diameter. Top Each Of 6 Patties With A Filling, Spreading To Within 1/2-Inch Of The Edge. Cover With A Remaining Patty, Sealing The Edges Firmly. Broil Or Grill Patties 4-Inches From The Heat, Turning Once, To The Desired Doneness, About 10 Minutes. Peppy Cheese Filling: Mix All Ingredients. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Freezer Meatballs (04-19-93) (23:35) Ibm 2 Pounds Lean Ground Beef 1 Cup Dry Unseasoned Bread Crumbs 2 Eggs 1 1/2 Teaspoons Salt 1/4 Teaspoon Pepper 2 Quart Size Freezer Bags In Large Bowl Mix Beef, Bread Crumbs, Eggs, Salt And Pepper Until Well Blended. With Moistened Hands Roll Mixture Into 1 1/2 Inch Meatballs. Place On Cookie Sheet In Freezer Until Frozen; Pack Into 2 Freezer Bags. Makes 32. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Fruited Beef Curry Casserole (05-11-93) (9:28) Servings: 8 2 Lb Lean Ground Beef 1 Ea Lg. Onion, Chopped 1 Ea Med. Green Pepper, Chopped 2 T Cooking Oil 1 Ea Slice Whole Wheat Bread 1 C Milk 2 Ea Large Eggs 1 Ea Lg. Apple, Chopped 1 C Chopped Dried Apricots 2 T Curry Powder 1 T Salt 1/2 T Pepper 1 X Curry Condiments Cook Onion And Green Pepper In Oil In Large Frying-Pan Until Onion Is Transparent. Add Ground Beef And Brown Lightly. Pour Off Drippings. Soak Bread In Milk. Add Eggs, Apple, Apricots, Curry Powder, Salt And Pepper To Beef. Add Bread And Milk. Mix Well. Place In 2-Qt Oven-Proof Casserole; Bake In A Moderate Oven (350 Degrees F.) For 45 Minutes. Serve With Curry Condiments Such As Chutney, Raisins, Shredded Coconut And Sunflower Seeds. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Garden Burgers (12/11/93) (21:46) Servings: 4 1 X Egg White 1/4 C Fine Dry Bread Crumbs 1/4 C Finely Shredded Carrot 1/4 C Finely Chopped Onion 1/4 C Finely Chopped Green Pepper 1/2 T Salt 1/8 T Pepper 2 T Grated Parmesan Cheese 1 Lb Ground Beef 1 X Med Tomato, Sliced In A Large Bowl Combine Egg White And Bread Crumbs.(If Using Beef, Stir In 2 T Water) Stir In Carrot, Onion, Green Pepper, Salt, And Pepper. Add Parmesan Cheese And Ground Meat; Mix Well. Shape Meat Mixture Into Four 3/4" Thick Patties. Spray A Cold Grill Rack With Pam. Then Place Rack On Grill. Grill Burgers On An Uncovered Grill Directly Over Medium Coals For 7 Minutes. Turn And Grill 8-11 Minutes Or Till No Pink Remains. Place 1 Tomato Slice Atop Each Burger And Grill 1 Minute More. *********************************************************** Per Serving: 290 Calories, 23 G Protein, 8 G Carbohydrates, 18 G Fat, 79 Mg Cholesterol, 441 Mg Sodium, 351 Mg Potassium. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= German Beefsteaks (05-11-93) (0:41) Servings: 4 1 Ea Hard Roll; Large, Dry 1/2 C Water 4 T Vegetable Oil 1 Ea Onion; Medium, Chopped 1 Lb Ground Beef; Lean 1/2 T Salt 1/4 T Pepper 4 Ea Onion; Medium, Sliced In A Small Bowl Soak Roll In Water. Heat 2 T Vegetable Oil In A Frypan; Cook Chopped Onion Until Lightly Browned. Transfer Onion To A Bowl. Squeeze Roll As Dry As Possible And Mix Roll With Onion. Add Ground Beef; Blend Well. Season With Salt And Pepper. Shape Meat Into 4 Patties; Cook About 5 Minutes On Each Side Or To Desired Doneness. Remove And Keep Warm. Add Sliced Onions To Pan Drippings; Cook Until Lightly Browned. Arrange Beefsteaks On A Platter And Top With Onion Rings. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= German Meatloaf (05-09-93) (18:58) Servings: 4 1/2 Lb Ground Beef; Lean 1/2 Lb Ground Pork; Lean 1 Ea Onion; Medium, Chopped 3 T Bread Crumbs 3 T Water; Cold 2 Ea Eggs; Large 1/2 T Salt 1 T Paprika 1 T Mustard; Prepared 2 T Parsley; Chopped 3 Ea Hard Cooked Eggs; Peeled 4 Ea Bacon; Strips 4 T Vegetable Oil 1 C Beef Broth -----------------------------------Sauce----------------------------------- 1/4 C Water; Hot 1 T Cornstarch 1/4 C Water 1/2 C Sour Cream Thoroughly Mix Ground Meats, Onion, Bread Crumbs, 3 T Cold Water, And Eggs. Flavor With Salt, Paprika, Mustard, And Parsley. Blend Ingredients Thoroughly. Flatten Out Meat Mixture In The Shape Of A Square, (8 X 8-Inches). Arrange Whole Hard-Boiled Eggs In A Row Along The Middle Of The Meat. Fold Sides Of Meat Pattie Over The Eggs. Shape Meat Carefully Into A Loaf Resembling A Flat Bread Loaf. Occasionally Rinse Hands In Cold Water To Prevent Sticking. Cube 2 Strips Bacon; Cook In A Dutch Oven About 2 Minutes. Carefully Add The Vegetable Oil; Heat. Place Meatloaf In The Dutch Oven And Cook Until Browned On All Sides. Cut Remaining Bacon Strips In Half And Arrange Over The Top Of The Meatloaf. Place Uncovered Dutch Oven In A Preheated Oven For About 45 Minutes. While Meat Is Baking, Gradually Pour Hot Beef Broth Over The Top Of The Meatloaf; Brush Occasionally With Pan Drippings. When Done Remove Meat To A Preheated Platter And Keep It Warm. Add 1/4 Cup Of Hot Water To Pan And Scrape All Particles From The Bottom. Bring To A Gentle Boil And Add Cornstarch That Has Been Mixed With 1/4 Cup Water. Cook Until Bubbly And Thick. Remove From Heat And Stir In Sour Cream. Reheat To Warm. Season With Salt And Pepper If Desired. Serve The Sauce Separately. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Great Chili (05-01-93) (16:04) 1 Lb Coarsely Ground Beef 1 Lb Dried Pinto Beans 1 Can (6oz) Tomato Paste 2 C Chopped Onions 3 T Hot Unspiced Chili Powder 1 T Ground Cumin Salt Water Soak Beans In Water , Covered Overnight. In A Large Dutch Oven, Cook Beef Until Browned, Stirring To Keep Crumbly, Drain Off Drippings, If Needed. Add Tomato Paste, Onions And Drained Beans. Mix Chili Powder, Cumin And Season To Taste With Salt.Stir Into Mixture. Bring To Boil, Reduce Heat, Cover And Simmer Until Beans Are Tender, About 5 Hours. Serves 6 -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Green Chili And Tortilla Casserole (03/20/94) (13:59) Yield: 1 Servings 3 Tb Oil 12 Corn Tortillas 1 Lb Ground Beef 1 1/2 Ts Chili Powder 1 Ts Salt 1/4 Ts Pepper 1 Cn Cream Of Mushroom Soup 1 C Chopped Onion 1 Cn Green Chilies 8 Oz. 1 Cn Chopped Ripe Olives-Sm Can 1 1/2 C Grated Cheddar Cheese Heat Oil Over Medium High Heat. Place Tortillas In Oil For 15 Seconds On Each Side To Soften; Set Aside. Pour Off Oil; Brown Meat With Seasonings Over Medium Heat. Tear 4 Tortillas Into 6 Pieces; Layer In Casserole Dish. Cover With 1/4 Of The The Meat, Soup, Chopped Onions, Chilies, Olives And Cheese. Repeat, Ending With Cheese On Top. Bake At 325 Degrees Until Bubbling. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Grilled Bran Burgers (05-16-92) (0:04) 1/2 Cup Bran Salt, Pepper, Garlic Powder, Or Other Seasonings, To Taste 1 Pound Lean Ground Beef 6 Hamburger Buns Mix Bran And Desired Seasonings Into Ground Meat. Shape Into Patties And Grill Or Broil. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Ground Beef And Eggplant Casserole (03/17/94) (16:33) Yield: 6 Servings 1 Lg Eggplant 1/3 C Cooking Oil 1 Lb Ground Beef 2 C Chopped Onion 1 (16 Oz)Can Tomatoes, Cut Up 1/3 C Uncooked Rice 1 1/2 Ts Garlic Salt 1 Ts Salt 1/4 Ts Pepper Peel Eggplant; Cut In 1" Slices. Lightly Brown Eggplant Slices In Hot Oil In A Large Skillet. Remove From Skillet. Add Ground Beef And Onion To Skillet; Cook, Stirring Frequently, Until Beef Is Browned. Add Tomatoes, Rice, Garlic Salt, Salt And Pepper; Bring To A Boil. Place Half Of Eggplant Slices In Greased 2-1/2 Qt. Casserole. Top With Half Of Beef Mixture. Repeat Layers. Cover And Bake In 350 F Oven For 1 Hour. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Hacienda Hamburger (05-11-93) (9:29) Servings: 6 2 Lb Ground Beef 2 T Cooking Oil 1 1/2 C Chopped Celery 1/2 C Chopped Onion 6 Oz (1 Cn) Tomato Paste 2 1/4 C (3 Cns) Water 2 C Uncooked Noodles 1 C Diced American Cheese 1 C Sliced Ripe Olives 2 T Salt 1/2 T Pepper Brown Meat In Oil In Electric Skillet Or Large Frying-Pan. Add Celery And Onion; Cover And Cook Slowly 10 Minutes. Add Tomato Paste, Water, Noodles, Cheese, Olives, Salt And Pepper; Stir To Combine. Cook Slowly Until Noodles Are Tender, About 30 Minutes. Note: This Is Just As Good On The Second Day. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Hamburger Pasties (08-13-93) (16:56) Servings: 8 1 Lb Ground Beef 1/4 C Onion; Chopped, 1 Sm. 8 Oz Canned Vegetables; 1 Cn, * 1 C Cheese; Shredded, (4 Oz), ** 1/4 C Catsup 1/2 T Garlic Salt 1/4 T Pepper 1 T Mustard; Prepared 11 Oz Pie Crust Mix Or Sticks; 1pk * Vegetables Should Be Drained. You Can Use Either Peas Or Diced ** Use Either American Or Cheddar Cheese. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Heat The Oven To 375 Degrees F. Cook And Stir The Meat And Onion In A Large Skillet Until The Meat Is Brown. Drain Off The Excess Fat. Remove From The Heat And Stir In The Remaining Ingredients Except The Pie Crust Mix And Set Aside. Prepare The Pastry As For A 2 Crust Pie As Directed On The Package. Divide The Pastry Into 8 Equal Parts. Roll Each Part, On A Lightly Floured Surface, Into A 7-Inch Circle. On Half Of The Circle, Spread About 1/4 Cup Of The Meat Mixture (Packed) To Within 1/2-Inch Of The Edge. Moisten The Edge Of The Pastry With Water And Fold Over The Meat Mixture, Sealing The Edges With A Fork. Place On An Ungreased Baking Sheet And Prick The Tops With The Fork. Bake 30 To 35 Minutes. You Can Serve These As Sandwiches Or, If You Prefer, Place On A Plate And Top With Gravy Or Sauce. Note: You Can Substitute 1 Cup Of Your Favorite Cooked Vegetable For The Peas Or Carrots In This Recipe. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Hamburger Patties (05-02-93) (21:30) Servings: 4 1 Lb Lean Hamburger 1 Ea Small Onion, Chopped 1 Ea Slice Bread, Cubed 2 T Catsup 1/2 T Salt 1 1/2 T Prepared Mustard 1 T Worcestershire Sauce 1 T Prepared Horseradish Mix All Ingredients. Shape Into 4 Patties, About 3 1/2 Inches In Diameter. Place In Square Baking Dish 8 X 8 X 2-Inches. If Desired, Brush Each Patty With Additional Catsup. Cover Loosely And Microwave On High (100%) 5 Minutes; Turn Dish One-Quarter Turn. Microwave Until Done, 2 To 3 Minutes. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Hamburger Pizza (08-14-93) (0:40) Servings: 8 -----------------------------------Crust----------------------------------- 2 1/2 C Bisquick Baking Mix 1 Ea Active Dry Yeast; Package 2/3 C Water; Hot --------------------------------Meat Mixture-------------------------------- 1 Lb Lean Ground Beef 1/2 C Onion; Chopped, 1 Md 15 Oz Tomato Sauce; 1 Cn 2 T Oregano Leaves 1/4 T Pepper ----------------------------------Topping---------------------------------- 1/2 C Green Pepper; Chopped, Opt. 2 C Mozzarella Cheese; Shredded 1 C Parmesan Cheese; Grated Heat The Oven To 425 Degrees F. Mix The Baking Mix And Yeast And Stir In The Hot Water. Turn The Dough Onto A Well-Floured Surface And Knead Until Smooth, About 20 Times. Let The Dough Rest A Few Minutes. While The Dough Is Resting, Cook And Stir The Meat And Onion In A Large Skillet Until The Onion Is Tender And The Meat Is Brown. Drain Off The Excess Fat. Stir In The Tomato Sauce, Oregano Leaves, And Pepper And Set Aside. Divide The Dough In Half. Roll Each Half On An Ungreased Baking Sheet Into A Rectangle, 13 X 10-Inches Or On A Pizza Pan 12-Inches In Diameter. Pinch The Edges To Make A Slight Rim. Spread The Meat Mixture Almost To The Edges. Top With The Green Pepper And Cheeses. Bake Until The Crust Is Brown And The Filling Is Hot And Bubbly, 15 To 20 Minutes. Cut Into Squares Or Wedges And Serve. Note: If Desired, You Can Use Shredded Cheddar Cheese For The Mozzarella In The Above Recipe. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Hamburger Steak (12/15/93) (21:59) 1 Lb Beef, Ground 1 Egg, Well Beaten 1/2 Tsp Salt Dash Pepper 1 Onion, Minced 1/4 Cup Bread Crumbs Mix In Order Given And Shape Into Round Cakes. Fry In Butter Until Nicely Browned. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Hamburger Update (07-25-93) (11:23) 1/4 Cup Plus 1 Tablespoon Non-Fat Yogurt 1 Ounce Crumbled Feta Cheese (1/4 Cup) 1/2 Teaspoon Ground Cumin 1 Pound Lowfat Ground Beef 1/4 Cup Minced Green Onion 1/4 Cup Cilantro Leaves, Finely Minced 1 Large Clove Garlic, Crushed 1 Tablespoon Grated Fresh Gingerroot 4 Lettuce Leaves 20 Very Thin Slices Peeled Cucumber 4 Onion Rolls, Split And Toasted In Small Bowl Combine Yogurt, Cheese And Cumin; Blend With Fork Until Cheese Is Finely Crumbled. Cover And Chill At Least 1 Hour. Combine Beef And Next 4 Ingredients, Mixing Well. Shape Into 4 Patties. Cook In Non-Stick Skillet, Or Grill 3 Inches From Heat 6 To 7 Minutes On Each Side Or Until Meat And Juices Are No Longer Pink. Drain On Paper Towels. Place Lettuce Leaf, 5 Slices Cucumber And Beef Patty On Each Half Roll. Top With 2 Tablespoons Yogurt Mixture And Remaining Roll Half. Serve Immediately. Makes 4 Servings. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Harvest-Time Meatballs (08-13-93) (17:02) Servings: 4 1 X Recipe Basic Meatballs; * 2 T Margarine Or Butter 1/8 T Instant Minced Garlic; ** 1/2 T Thyme Leaves 1/2 Lb Fresh Mushrooms; *** 3 Ea Zucchini; Md, **** 1/2 T Salt 1/3 C Parmesan Cheese; Grated 2 Ea Tomatoes; ***** ** You Can Substitute 1 Fresh Clove Of Garlic, Minced, Or 1/8 T Of *** Wash And Trim The Mushrooms And Then Slice Them. **** Thinly Slice The Zucchini. There Should Be About 4 Cups Of The ***** Cut Each Tomato Into 8 Wedges. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Prepare The Basic Meatballs And Set Aside. Melt The Margarine In A Large Skillet. Add The Garlic, Thyme Leaves, Mushrooms, And Zucchini; Cook Over Medium-High Heat For About 5 Minutes, Stirring Occasionally. Add The Cooked Meatballs; Cover And Simmer, Stirring Occasionally, Until The Vegetables Are Tender, About 10 Minutes. Sprinkle With The Salt And Cheese. Add The Tomato Wedges, Cover And Heat For 2 To 3 Minutes. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Hearty Beef Supper (08-13-93) (17:17) Servings: 7 2 Lb Lean Ground Beef 1 C Onion; Chopped, 1 Lg 1 C Cracked Wheat; Uncooked 2 C Tomato; Fresh, Chopped, 2 Md 2 C Water 2 T Beef Bouillon; Instant 1 1/2 T Salt 1/2 T Oregano Leaves 1/4 T Minced Garlic; Instant 1/4 T Pepper 1/2 C Parmesan Cheese; Grated 3 Tb Parsley; Snipped Cook And Stir The Meat And Onion In A Large Skillet Until The Meat Is Brown. Drain Off The Excess Fat. Stir In The Remaining Ingredients Except The Grated Parmesan Cheese. Heat To Boiling Then Reduce The Heat And Simmer, Covered, Stirring Occasionally, Until The Wheat Is Tender, About 30 Minutes. (A Small Amount Of Water Can Be Added If Necessary.) Stir In The Cheese And Garnish With Additional Snipped Parsley And/Or Parmesan Cheese. Note: The Nut Like Texture Of Cracked Wheat Reminds One Of Brown Rice, In Fact, It Is Cooked And Used In The Same Way. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Heidelberg Meat Loaf (08-14-93) (0:54) Servings: 6 1 1/2 Lb Lean Ground Beef 3 Ea Slices Rye Bread; Torn Up 1 C Beer Or Bouillon; Any Brand 1 Ea Egg; Lg 1/4 C Onion; Chopped, 1 Sm 1 T Salt 1 T Caraway Seed; Optional 1/2 T Celery Seed 1/4 T Pepper Heat The Oven To 350 Degrees F. Mix All Of The Ingredients Together. Spread The Mixture Into An Ungreased Loaf Pan, 9 X 5 X 3-Inches. Bake Uncovered For 1 To 1 1/4 Hours. Drain Off The Excess Fat And Let Stand For 5 To 10 Minutes Before Slicing. Serve On A Heated Platter. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Hungarian Meatballs (08-13-93) (17:03) Servings: 4 1 X Recipe Of Basic Meatballs; * 1 T Vegetable Oil 2 Ea Onions; Md., Thinly Sliced 3/4 C Water 3/4 C Red Wine; Dry, ** 1 T Caraway Seed 2 T Paprika 1/2 T Marjoram Leaves 1/2 T Salt 1/4 C Water 2 T Flour; Unbleached ** You Can Substitute A Mixture Of 3/4 Cup Of Water, 1 Tsp Of Instant ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Prepare The Basic Meatballs And Set Aside. Heat The Oil In A Large Skillet. Add The Onions And Cook And Stir Until They Are Tender. Add The Cooked Meatballs, 3/4 Cup Of Water, The Wine, Caraway Seed, Paprika, Marjoram Leaves And Salt. Heat To Boiling Then Reduce The Heat And Cover. Simmer For About 30 Minutes, Stirring Occasionally. Mix 1/4 Cup Of Water And The Flour, Stir Into The Sauce Mixture. Heat To Boiling, Stirring Carefully. Boil And Stir For 1 Minute. Note: Serve With Either Boiled Potatoes Or Noodles For A Great Main Dish. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Hungry Boy's Casserole (08-14-93) (0:39) Servings: 6 1 Lb Lean Ground Beef 1 C Celery; Chopped, 2 Stalks 1/2 C Onion; Chopped, 1 Md 1 Ea Clove Garlic; Minced 16 Oz Garbanzo Or Lima Beans, 1 Cn 16 Oz Pork And Beans; 1 Cn 1/2 C Green Bell Pepper; Chopped 1 T Salt 6 Oz Tomato Paste; 1 Cn Cook And Stir The Meat, Celery, Onion, And Garlic In A Large Skillet Until The Meat Is Brown. Drain Off The Excess Fat. Stir In The Undrained Garbanzo Beans And Remaining Ingredients. To Cook In A Skillet: Heat The Mixture To Boiling Then Reduce The Heat And Simmer, Covered, For 10 Minutes, Stirring Occasionally. Serve Hot. To Cook In The Oven: Pour The Mixture Into An Ungreased 2-Quart Casserole. Cover And Bake In A 375 Degree F. Oven Until Hot And Bubbly, About 45 Minutes. Serve. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Hunter's Sausage (12/10/93) (18:42) Servings: 25 5 Lb Ground Beef 2 1/2 T Black Pepper 1 T Liquid Smoke 5 T Morton Tender Quick Salt 2 1/2 T Garlic Powder Mix Together All Ingredients Thoroughly.Refrigerate.Knead Once A Day For 3 Days.On The Fourth Day,Make 4 Long,Skinny Rolls.Place On Cookie Sheet And Bake For 10 Hours At 150 Degrees.Needs No Refrigeration.Good For Camping ! Each 3 Oz. Piece Has 50 Grams Protein,10 Grams Fat,0 Grams Carbohydrates,190 Calories. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Hunter's Stew (05-09-93) (18:57) Servings: 4 1 1/2 C Onions; Minced 1/4 Lb Mushrooms; Sliced 2 T Vegetable Oil 1 Lb Ground Beef; Coarse Grind * 1 C Beef Broth 5/8 T Nutmeg 1/2 T Worcestershire Sauce 1 T Salt 1/2 T Pepper 3 Ea Potatoes; Medium 3 T Butter 2 Ea Eggs; Large 4 Ea Apples; Tart 1/2 C Bread Crumbs; Fine, Dry * Ground Beef Should Only Be Ground Once And Be The Leanest You Can Get. In A Frypan Saute Onions And Mushrooms In Vegetable Oil Until Soft. Add Ground Beef; Saute Mixture 3 To 4 Minutes. Stir In Broth; Bring To A Simmer. Add 1/2 T Nutmeg, Worcestershire Sauce, 1/2 T Salt, And 1/4 T Pepper. Peel The Potatoes And Boil Them In Salted Water Until Tender, About 30 Minutes. Drain And Put Through A Food Mill Or Grinder. Beat In 2 T Butter, 1/2 T Salt, 1/4 T Pepper. Adjust Seasonings To Taste. Beat In Eggs And Remaining Nutmeg. Peel, Core, And Slice Apples. Layer Mixtures In A 1 1/2-Quart Buttered Baking Dish. Spread 1/3 Of Potatoes On Bottom Of Dish. Top With 1/2 Of The Meat Mixture And 1/2 Of The Apples. Continue With Layers, Ending With A Layer Of Potatoes. Sprinkle The Top With Bread Crumbs, And Dot With Remaining Butter. Bake At 375 Degrees F. For 45 Minutes And Then At 400 Degrees F. For 10 Minutes More. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Impossible Cheeseburger Pie (11/01/94) (22:34) Yield: 6 Servings 1 Lb Ground Beef 1 1/2 C Onions; Chopped 1/2 Ts Salt 1/4 Ts Pepper 1 1/2 C Milk 3 Eggs 3/4 C Bisquick 2 Tomatoes; Sliced 1 C Cheddar Or Am. Cheese;Shred Preheat Oven To 400. Can Be Topped With Crisply Cooked Bacon. Grease Pie Plate, 10x1 1/2", Or Sq. Baking Dish, 8x8, Or 6 10 Oz. Custard Cups. Cook And Stir Gr. Beef And Onion In 10" Skillet Over Med. Heat Until Beef Is Brown; Drain. Stir In Salt And Pepper. Spread In Pie Plate. Beat Milk, Eggs And Baking Mix 15 Sec. In Blender On High Speed, 1 Min. With Wire Whisk Or Hand Beater Or Until Smooth. Pour Into Pie Plate. Bake 30 Min. Top With Tomato Slices; Sprinkle With Cheese. Bake 5-8 Min. Or Til Knife Comes Out Clean. Cool 5 Min. 1/2 Recipe: Use 1 Qt. Square Or Round Casserole. Decrease Eggs To 2 And Baking Mix To 1/2 C. Divide Remaining Ingred. Amts. In Half. Decrease Beat Time To 10 Sec. In Blender Or 30 Sec. With Wire Whisk Or Hand Beater. High Alt>Increase First Bake To 30 Min. If Baking The 1/2 Recipe: Use 1 1/2 Qt Round Casserole Or 1 Qt. Square. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Impossible Hamburger Pie (11/01/94) (22:40) Yield: 6 Servings 1 C Bisquick 1/3 C Cold Water 1 Lb Ground Beef 1/2 Ts Salt 1/2 Ts Oregano 1/4 Ts Pepper 1/2 C Bread Crumbs 1/4 C Onion, Chopped 1/4 C Green Pepper; Chopped 1 Egg 1/4 C Milk 1/2 Ts Salt 1/2 Ts Dry Mustard 8 Oz Cheddar Cheese; Shredded 8 Oz Tomato Sauce Directions Combine Baking Mix And Water Until Soft Dough Forms; Beat Vigorously. Smo- Oth Dough Into Ball On Floured Board. Knead 5 Times. Roll Dough 2 In. Larger Than 9 In Pie Plate. Place Into Plate Flute Edges. Brown Ground Beef + Drain. Stir In Salt, Oregano, Pepper, Onion, Bread Crumbs, Tomato Sauce And Spread In Pie Crust. Beat Egg And Milk, Stir In Remaining Ingred. Spread Over Beef Mixture. Bake Til Crust Is Golden , About 30 Min At 375* -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Impossible Hamburger Pizza (11/01/94) (22:38) Yield: 8 Servings ---------------------------Crust-------------------------------- 2 1/2 C Bisquick Baking Mix 1 Active Dry Yeast; Package 2/3 C Water; Hot ------------------------Meat Mixture----------------------------- 1 Lb Lean Ground Beef 1/2 C Onion; Chopped, 1 Md 15 Oz Tomato Sauce; 1 Cn 2 Ts Oregano Leaves 1/4 Ts Pepper --------------------------Topping------------------------------- 1/2 C Green Pepper; Chopped, Opt. 2 C Mozzarella Cheese; Shredded 1 C Parmesan Cheese; Grated Heat The Oven To 425 Degrees F. Mix The Baking Mix And Yeast And Stir In The Hot Water. Turn The Dough Onto A Well-Floured Surface And Knead Until Smooth, About 20 Times. Let The Dough Rest A Few Minutes. While The Dough Is Resting, Cook And Stir The Meat And Onion In A Large Skillet Until The Onion Is Tender And The Meat Is Brown. Drain Off The Excess Fat. Stir In The Tomato Sauce, Oregano Leaves, And Pepper And Set Aside. Divide The Dough In Half. Roll Each Half On An Ungreased Baking Sheet Into A Rectangle, 13 X 10-Inches Or On A Pizza Pan 12-Inches In Diameter. Pinch The Edges To Make A Slight Rim. Spread The Meat Mixture Almost To The Edges. Top With The Green Pepper And Cheeses. Bake Until The Crust Is Brown And The Filling Is Hot And Bubbly, 15 To 20 Minutes. Cut Into Squares Or Wedges And Serve. Note: If Desired, You Can Use Shredded Cheddar Cheese For The Mozzarella In The Above Recipe. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Impossible Mexican Fiesta Casserole Yield: 6 Servings 1 Lb Lean Ground Beef Salt & Pepper; To Taste 4 Oz Cheddar Cheese; Shredded,1 C 1 C Dairy Sour Cream 2/3 C Mayonnaise Or Salad Dressing 2 Tb Onion; Finely Chopped 2 C Bisquick Baking Mix 1/2 C Water Tomatoes; Thinly Sliced, * 3/4 C Green Bell Pepper; Chopped Paprika; Optional * Use 2 Or 3 Ripe Tomatoes Or To Taste. Heat The Oven To 375 Degrees F. Cook And Stir The Meat In A Large Skillet Until Brown. Drain Off The Excess Fat. Season The Meat With The Salt And Pepper, Then Set Aside. Mix The Cheese, Sour Cream, Mayonnaise And Onion And Set This Mixture Aside. Stir The Baking Mix And Water Together Until A Soft Dough Forms. With Floured Fingers, Pat The Dough In A Greased Baking Pan, 13 X 9 X 2-Inches, Pressing The Dough 1/2 Inch Up The Sides Of The Pan. Layer The Meat, Tomato Slices, And Green Pepper Onto The Dough. Spoon The Sour Cream Mixture Over The Top And Sprinkle With The Paprika, If Used. Bake Uncovered Until The Edges Of The Dough Are Light Brown, 25 To 30 Minutes. Cool 5 Minutes And Then Cut Into Squares. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Italian Meatballs In A Basket (05-11-93) (6:20) Servings: 8 2 Lb Ground Beef Chuck 2 T Margarine 1 Ea Med. Green Pepper, Chopped 1 Ea Med. Onion, Chopped 16 Oz (1 Cn) Stewed Tomatoes 1/2 T Basil 1/4 T Thyme 2 T Unbleached Flour 1 X Ital. Bread Basket ---------------------------------Garnishes--------------------------------- 1 X Green Pepper Rings 1 X Cherry Tomatoes Lightly Shape Ground Beef Into 1 1/2-Inch Balls. Lightly Brown Balls In Margarine In Large Frying-Pan, About 5 Minutes. Add The Green Pepper And Onion To Meatballs; Cook 5 Minutes, Stirring Occasionally. Drain Tomatoes, Reserving Liquid. Add Tomatoes, All But 1/4 C Tomato Liquid, Basil And Thyme To Meat Balls. Cover Tightly And Cook Slowly 5 Minutes. Combine Reserved Tomato Liquid With Flour, Stirring Until Smooth. Stir Into Meatballs, Cover Tightly And Cook 5 Minutes Or Until Slightly Thick. Meanwhile Prepare Italian Bread Basket And Place On Platter. Spoon Meatball Mixture Into And Around Bread. Garnish With Green Pepper Rings And Cherry Tomatoes, If Desired. Italian Bread Basket: 1 Loaf (16 Ozs) Italian Bread, Unsliced 1/4 Cup Margarine, Melted 1/4 Cup Parmesan Cheese, Grated Cut A 3/4 Slice From Top Of Bread. With Fork, Scoop Out Inside Of Bread To Form Basket, Leaving 1-Inch Bread On All Sides And Bottom Of Loaf. Place Loaf On Foil In Shallow Baking Pan. Brush Top, Sides And Inside Of Bread With Melted Margarine. Sprinkle Loaf With Parmesan Cheese, Coating Sides Evenly. Bake In Hot Oven (400 Degrees F.) For 10 Minutes. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Italian Grinders (04-19-93) (23:36) Ibm 2 Tablespoons Vegetable Oil, Divided 1 Package Freezer Meatballs (See Recipe) 1 Medium Onion, Sliced 1 Medium Green Pepper, Trimmed, Seeded And Sliced 4 Long, Hard Crusted Rolls, Split 1 Cup Prepared Pizza Sauce, Heated 1/2 Cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese In Medium Skillet Heat 1 Tablespoon Oil And Fry Meatballs Over Medium Low Heat Until No Longer Pink In The Center; Drain Well. Wipe Out Skillet And Saute Onion And Pepper In Remaining Oil Over Medium Low Heat Until Tender. Place Meatballs In Rolls; Spoon Pizza Sauce Over. Top With Onion Mixture, Sprinkle With Cheese And Serve. Makes 4 Sandwiches. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Jamaican Beef Patties (03/17/94) (16:47) Yield: 24 Servings 2.00 Tb Vegetable Oil 1.00 Onion, Minced 1.00 Lb Lean Ground Beef 1.00 Tb Curry Powder 2.00 Tb Pickapepper Sauce 0.50 Ts Thyme Salt & Pepper 2.00 Tb Tomato Paste 0.50 C Bread Crumbs 24.00 3" Frozen Tart Shells 1.00 Egg Yolk In A Large Skillet, Heat Oil Over Medium Heat; Cook Onion Four Minutes, Stirring Often. Add Beef, Increase Geat And Cook For About Five Minutes Or Until No Longer Pink, Breaking Up With Spoon. Drain Fat. Stir In Curry Powder, Pepper Sauce, Thyme, Salt And Pepper To Taste; Cook Two Minutes, Stirring. Add Tomato Paste, 1 Cup Water And Bread Crumbs. Cover And Cook On Low For 10 Minutes. Uncover And Cook, Stirring Occasionally For About Five Minutes Or Until Most Of The Moisture Has Evaporated. Let Cool. Remove Frozen, Ready Made Tart Shells From Tins And Allow To Defrost Slightly. Put About 2 Ts Beef Mixture On One Side Of Each Tart Shell And Fold Over The Other Side To Form A Crescent. Crimp Edges With A Fork To Seal. Beat Egg Yolk With 1 Tb Cold Water And Brush Over Patties Arrange On Ungreased Baking Sheets And Bake At 200c Or 400f For 25 To 30 Minutes Or Until Golden Brown. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Just Plain Good Chili (05-01-93) (16:02) Oil 3 Medium Onions, Finely Chopped 2 Medium Green Peppers, Finely Chopped 3 Stalks Celery, Finely Chopped 8 Lbs Coarsely Ground Beef 1 Can (6oz) Tomato Paste 2 Can (1lb-13oz) Cans Stewed Tomatoes 2 Can (1lb) Tomato Sauce 1 Can (7oz) Chile Salsa 3 Cloves Garlic, Finely Chopped 2 Jar (3oz) Chili Powder 1 Medium Jalapeno Chili, Seeded And Chopped 2 T Salt Oregano Garlic Salt Coarsely Ground Pepper Thinly Cover Bottom Of Heavy 2 Gal Pot With Oil. Saute Onions, Green Peppers And Celery 10 Min.. Add Meat And Cook 10 Min Or Until Brown. Stir In Tomato Paste, Stewed Tomatoes And Tomato Sauce. Add Chopped Garlic, Chili Powder, Salt, Dash Oregano, Chile Salsa And Jalapeno. Cook 30 Min, Season To Taste With Garlic Salt And Pepper, Then Simmer 2 1/2 Hours. Stir Every 10-15 Min. Serves 16 -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Konigsberg Meatballs (05-11-93) (0:53) Servings: 4 ---------------------------------Meatballs--------------------------------- 1 Ea Hard Roll 3/4 C Water 1 Lb Ground Beef; Lean 1 Ea Bacon; Strip, Diced 4 Ea Anchovy Fillets; Diced 1 Ea Onion; Small, Chopped 1 Ea Egg; Large 1/2 T Salt 1/4 T Pepper; White -----------------------------------Broth----------------------------------- 6 C Water 1/2 T Salt 1 Ea Bay Leaf 1 Ea Onion; Small, Peeled, Halved 6 Ea Peppercorns -----------------------------------Gravy----------------------------------- 1 1/2 T Butter Or Margarine 1 1/2 T Unbleached Flour 1 T Capers 1 Ea Lemon Juice; Of 1/2med.Lemon 1/2 T Mustard; Prepared 1 Ea Egg Yolk; Large 1/4 T Salt 1/4 T Pepper; White Meatballs: Soak The Roll In The Water For About 10 Minutes. Squeeze It Dry; Place In Mixing Bowl With The Ground Beef. Add The Bacon, Anchovy Fillets, Onion, Egg, Salt And Pepper. Mix Thoroughly. Prepare Broth By Boiling The Water, Seasoned With Salt, Bay Leaf, Onion, And Peppercorns. Shape The Meat Mixture Into Balls About 2 Inches In Diameter. Add To The Boiling Broth And Simmer Over Low Heat For 20 Minutes. Remove Meatballs With A Slotted Spoon, Set Aside, And Keep Warm. Gravy: To Prepare Gravy, Heat Butter In A Frypan And Stir In Flour. Cook For 3 Minutes, Stirring Constantly. Slowly Blend In 2 Cups Of Reserved Broth. Add The Drained Capers, Lemon Juice, And Mustard. Simmer For 5 Minutes. Remove A Small Amount Of The Sauce To Blend With The Egg Yolk. Stir Egg Yolk Back Into The Sauce. Season With Salt And Pepper. To Serve: Place Reserved Meatballs Into The Gravy And Reheat If Necessary. Serve On A Preheated Platter. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Korean Wontons (11-29-93) (18:44) 1 Lb. Wonton Skins 1 To 2 Lbs. Lean Hamburger 1 Chopped Green Pepper 8 Oz. Chopped Bean Sprouts 1 Chopped Onion 1 Beaten Egg 1 T. Msg 1/4 C. Soy Sauce 3 Or 4 T. Sesame Oil 3 Or 4 Chopped Green Onions Black Pepper Mix All Ingredients Except Wonton Skins. Put 1 T. Of Filling In Each Skin, Fold And Seal With Egg. Deep Fry Until Golden Brown. Makes Approximately 60. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Kraut Burgers (Bierochen) (05-02-93) (21:08) Servings: 4 1 Lb Lean Ground Beef 1 Ea Large Onion, Finely Chopped 3 T Shortening 2 Ea Loaves Frozen Bread Dough* 1 Ea Sm. Head Of Cabbage Shredded 1 X Salt & Pepper To Taste * Or Substitute Your Favorite 2 Loaf Bread Dough Recipe. Melt Shortening In Skillet. Add Beef, Cabbage And Onion. Cook Until Cabbage Is Nearly Done. Do Not Brown. Drain, Salt And Pepper To Taste. Roll Bread Dough, Which Has Risen Once To 1/4-Inch Thick. Cut In 5 To 6-Inch Squares. Place 2 To 3 Heaping T Of Mixture On Each Square; Bring Corners Together And Pinch Sides Shut. Let Rise 20 Minutes. Bake At 375 Degrees F. For About 20 Minutes Or Until Brown. Brush Tops With Melted Butter As The Dough Cools. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Lasagna (01/08/94) (0:28) Meat Mixture: 1 Lb Beef, Ground 1 1/2 Tsp Oregano 1 Tsp Basil 2 Can Tomato Paste 1 Med Onion, Chopped Garlic Salt Salt/Pepper 1 Can Tomatoes, Chopped 0 Cheese Mixture: 1 Pt Cottage Cheese 1 1/2 Pt Ricotta Cheese 4 Oz Mozzarella Cheese, Grated 2 Eggs 1/2 Cup Parmesan, Grated 3 Tbsp Parsley Cook Well And Drain 12oz. Lasagne Noodles. Brown Meat. Add Seasonings. Add Tomatoes And Paste. Simmer 30 Minutes. Mix Cheese Mixture In Separate Bowl. Layer Noodles Then 1/2 Meat Mixture. Then All Cheese Mixture, Then Noodles And Meat. Top With Rest Mozzarella. Sprinkle With More Parmesan. Bake 30 Minutes At 350 Degrees. Let Stand 15 Minutes Before Serving. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Lasagna 1 (01/08/94) (0:27) Servings: 8 3/4 Lb Ground Beef 1 Lb Italian Sausage, Hot/Sweet 1/2 C Onion, Chopped 2 Ea Garlic Cloves, Crushed 2 T Sugar 1 T Salt 2 T Basil Leaves, Crushed 1/2 T Fennel Seed 1/2 C Chopped Parsley 4 C Tomatoes, Undrained 12 Oz Tomato Paste 1 T Salt 12 Ea Lasagna Noodles 15 Oz Ricotta Or Cottage Cheese 1 Ea Egg 1/2 T Salt 3/4 Lb Mozzarella Cheese, Sliced Thin 3 Oz Parmesan Cheese, Grated Directions: 1. Remove Sausage Meat From Outer Casings And Chop Up The Sausage. 2. In A 5-Quart Dutch Oven And Over Medium Heat, Saute Sausage, Beef, Onion, And Garlic; Stir Frequently Until Both Sausage And Beef Are Well Browned. 3. Add Sugar, 1 Tablespoon Salt, Basil, Fennel, Pepper, And Half The Par- Sley; Mix Well. 4. Add Tomatoes, Tomato Paste, And 1/2 Cup Water; Mashing Tomatoes With A Wooden Spoon. 5. Bring To Boiling; Reduce Heat; Simmer, Covered And Stirring Occasionally Until It Thickens. (Appx 1 1/2 Hours) 6. In A 8-Quart Kettle, Bring 3 Quarts Water And 1 Tablespoon Salt To Boiling. 7. Add Lasagna And Allow Water To Return To A Boil; Uncovered And Continue Stirring Until They Are Tender. 8. Drain And Rinse Under Cold Water. Dry Lasagna On Paper Towels. 9. Preheat Oven To 375 Degrees. 10. In Medium Sized Bowl, Combine Ricotta Or Cottage Cheese, Egg, Remaining Parsley And Salt; Mix Well. 11. Spoon 1 1/2 Cups Sauce Into A 9x13x2 Inch Baking Dish. 12. Layer With 1/2 Of The Lasagna, Lengthwise And Overlapping, To Cover. 13. Spread With Half Of The Ricotta Or Cottage Cheese Mixture; Top With One-Third Of Mozzarella. 14. Spoon 1 1/2 Cups Sauce Over Cheese; Sprinkle With 1/4 Cup Parmesan. 15. Repeat Layering, Starting With The Remaining Half Of The Lasagna And Ending With 1 1/2 Cups Sauce Sprinkled With Parmesan. 16. Spread With Remaining Sauce; Top With Rest Of Mozzarella And Parmesan. 17. Cover With Foil And Tuck It Around The Edges Of The Baking Dish. 18. Bake 25 Minutes; Remove Foil; Bake Uncovered Another 25 Minutes Or Until Mamamia's Lasagna Begins To Bubble. 19. Cool For 15 Minutes Prior To Serving. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Lasagna Roll-Ups (04-19-92) 1 Pound Ground Beef 1 (16 Ounce) Jar Spaghetti Sauce 1/4 Steak Sauce 1/2 Teaspoon Dried Basil Leaves 1 (15 Ounce) Container Ricotta Cheese 1 Egg, Beaten 1/4 Cup Grated Parmesan Cheese 8 Lasagna Noodles, Cooked 2 Cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese (8 Ounces) In Skillet Over Medium High Heat, Brown Beef, Stirring Occasionally To Break Up Meat; Drain. In Small Bowl, Mix Spaghetti Sauce, Steak Sauce And Basil; Stir Half The Sauce Mixture Into Beef. In Another Bowl, Mix Ricotta Cheese, Egg And 2 Tablespoons Parmesan Cheese. On Each Lasagna Noodle, Spread About 1/4 Cup Ricotta Mixture. Top With About 1/3 Cup Beef Mixture And 1/4 Cup Mozzarella Cheese. Roll Up Each Noodle From Short End; Stand On End In Greased 2 Quart Casserole. Pour Remaining Sauce Over Noodles. Sprinkle With Remaining Parmesan Cheese. Bake At 350 Degrees For 45 Minutes Or Until Hot And Bubbly. Serve With Additional Parmesan Cheese If Desired. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Manicotti (08-13-93) (17:13) Servings: 6 --------------------------------Meat Filling-------------------------------- 1 Lb Lean Ground Beef 1/4 C Onion; Chopped, 1 Sm 3 Ea Slices Bread; Torn Up Small 1 1/2 C Mozzarella Cheese; Shredded 1 Ea Egg; Lg 1/2 C Milk 1 T Salt 1/4 T Pepper -----------------------------------Pasta----------------------------------- 8 Oz Manicotti Shells; 1 Pk --------------------------------Tomato Sauce-------------------------------- 4 Oz Mushroom Stems & Pieces;1 Cn 15 Oz Tomato Sauce; 1 Cn 12 Oz Tomato Paste; 1 Cn 1/4 C Onion; Chopped, 1 Sm 1 Ea Clove Garlic; Minced 4 C Water 1/2 T Sugar 1/2 T Salt 1/8 T Pepper 1/3 C Parmesan Cheese; Grated 1 Tb Parsley; Snipped 1 Tb Italian Seasoning Cook And Stir The Meat And The First 1/4 Cup Of Onion In A Large Skillet Until The Meat Is Brown. Drain Off Excess Fat. Remove From The Heat And Stir In The Remaining Ingredients For The Meat Filling. Fill The Uncooked Manicotti Shells, Packing The Filling Into Both Ends. Place The Shells In An Ungreased Baking Pan, 13 X 9 X 2-Inches. Heat The Oven To 375 Degrees F. Heat The Undrained Mushrooms And The Remaining Ingredients For The Tomato Sauce Except The Parmesan Cheese To Boiling, Stirring Occasionally. Reduce The Heat And Simmer, Uncovered, For About 5 Minutes. Pour The Sauce Over The Filled Shells. Cover The Pan With Aluminum Foil And Bake Until The Shells Are Tender, 1 1/2 To 1 3/4 Hours. Sprinkle With The Cheese And Cool 5 To 10 Minutes Before Serving. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Mariachi Beefballs And Rice (05-11-93) (9:33) Servings: 6 2 Lb Ground Beef 1 C Crushed Corn Chips 1/2 C Milk 1 Ea Large Egg, Slightly Beaten 2 T Salt 2 1/2 T Unbleached Flour 2 T Butter Or Margarine 2 C Sliced Onion 1 Ea Clove Garlic, Crushed 1 T Chili Powder 1/4 T Powdered Cumin 19 Oz (1 Cn) Tomatoes, Undrained 4 Oz (1 Cn) Green Chilies,Drained 1/2 C Sliced Ripe Olives 1 X Mexican Rice In Large Bowl, Lightly Combine Ground Beef With Corn Chips, Milk, Egg And 1 T Salt. Cover And Refrigerate 1 Hour. Shape Into 15 Meatballs, Using 2 Rounded Tablespoons Meat Mixture For Each. Lightly Roll Meatballs In 2 T Flour, Coating Completely. In Large Frying-Pan, Cook Meatballs In Hot Butter, Half At A Time, Stirring Until Evenly Browned. Remove Meatballs From Frying-Pan As They Are Browned. In Same Frying-Pan, Cook Onion And Garlic About 5 Minutes, Stirring Occasionally. In Small Bowl, Combine Remaining 1/2 T Flour And 1 T Salt, Chili Powder And Cumin. Stir Into Onions. Add Tomatoes, Green Chilies And Olives. Bring To A Boil, Stirring Constantly; Reduce Heat, Cover Tightly And Cook Slowly For 30 Minutes. Add Meatballs To Tomato Mixture, Cover Tightly And Cook Slowly For 20 Minutes. Uncover And Continue Cooking Slowly 10 Minutes. Serve Meatballs And Sauce Over Hot Mexican Rice. Mexican Rice: 1 Pint Dairy Sour Cream 1/2 Lb Monterey Jack Cheese, 4 Oz (1 Cn) Chopped Green Cut Into Stripes Chilies 1/4 Cup Grated Parmesan 3 Cups Cooked Seasoned Rice Cheese Combine Sour Cream, Chilies And Salt. In 13 X 9-Inch Baking Pan, Layer 1 Cup Cooked Rice, 1/2 Sour Cream-Chili Mixture And 1/2 Cheese Strips. Repeat Layers And Top With Remaining Cup Of Rice. Bake In Moderate Oven (350 Degrees F.) For 25 Minutes. Sprinkle With Parmesan Cheese And Top With Meatballs And Sauce. Continue Baking For 5 Minutes Or Until Cheese Melts. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Meat And Cabbage (12/15/93) (22:13) 1 Lb Beef, Ground 1/3 Cup Rice, Uncooked 2 Tbsp Butter 1 Onion, Finely Sliced 1 Egg, Well Beaten 1 Cup Tomato Soup 1 Lemon, Juice Of 1 Tsp Sugar 1 Tsp Parsley, Minced 1/2 Cup Celery, Chopped Salt & Pepper 6 Cabbage Leaves Season The Hamburger Well With Salt And Pepper And Add The Egg. Mix Well. Mix In Rice. To Make Sauce, Melt The Butter And Add The Tomato Soup And An Equal Amount Of Water And Add To Onion. Add The Parsley, Celery, Lemon Juice, Sugar, Salt And Pepper, And Cook For 10 Minutes. Wash The Cabbage Leaves And Boil Until Tender. Put 2 Tbsp Of Meat Mixture In Each Leaf And Roll Tightly. Secure Each Roll With A Toothpick. Place In A Saucepan And Pour Sauce Over Rolls. Cover Pan Tightly And Cook Slowly For 3 Hours. Serve Very Hot. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Meat And Potato Moussaka (05-06-92) (0:59) 1/2 To 1 Pound Lean Ground Beef 1/2 Cup Bran 1 Medium Onion, Chopped 2 Medium Potatoes, Scrubbed And Sliced 1 (8 Ounce) Can Tomato Sauce 1/2 Teaspoon Salt 1/2 Teaspoon Pepper 1 Garlic Clove, Minced (Or 1/2 Teaspoon Garlic Powder) 2 Eggs 1 Cup Plain Yogurt Preheat Oven To 350 Degrees. In Large Oven Proof Baking Dish Over Medium Heat, Slowly Brown The Meat, Bran, And Onion Together. Add The Potatoes, Tomato Sauce, And Seasonings. Cook For 5 Minutes, Stirring Constantly. Spread Mixture Evenly On The Bottom Of The Dish. In A Mixing Bowl, Beat Together Lightly The Eggs And Yogurt. Spread Over Mixture. Bake At 350 Degrees For 1 Hour, Or Until Topping Is Set. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Meat And Potato Squares (08-14-93) (0:44) Servings: 6 1 X Basic Meat Loaf; 1 X Mashed Potatoes; Instant, * 1/2 C Cheddar Cheese; Shredded * Prepare Enough Instant Mashed Potatoes To Serve 4 As Per Package ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Prepare The Basic Meat Loaf -- Except Spread The Mixture Into An Ungreased Baking Pan 9 X 9 X 2 Or 8 X 8 X 2-Inches. Omit The Catsup And Decrease The Baking Time To 40 To 50 Minutes. Drain Off The Excess Fat. Spread The Hot Potatoes Evenly Over The Meat In The Pan And Sprinkle With The Shredded Cheese. Bake Until The Cheese Is Melted, About 2 To 4 Minutes. Serve Hot On A Slightly Heated Platter. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Meatballs In Chile Sauce (08-13-93) (0:35) Servings: 8 3 Ea Corn Tortillas; * 1/2 C Milk 1/2 Lb Ground Beef 1/2 Lb Ground Pork 1/2 Lb Ground Ham; Smoked, Cooked 1/4 C Onion; Chopped, 1 Small 1 Ea Clove Garlic; Finely Chopped 1 T Cumin; Ground 1 T Oregano Leaves; Dried 1/2 T Salt 1/4 T Pepper 1 C Basic Red Sauce; ** 1 C Beef Broth * Corn Tortillas Should Be 6 Inches In Diameter And Should Be Cut Into ** For Red Sauce Recipe See Sauces, Or Use Your Favorite Mexican --------------------------------------------------------------------- --- Place Tortilla Pieces And Milk In Large Bowl; Let Stand 15 Minutes. Mix In Remaining Ingredients Except Basic Red Sauce And Broth. Shape Into 1-Inch Balls. Heat Basic Red Sauce And Broth To Boiling In 10-Inch Skillet; Reduce Heat. Add Meatballs. Cover And Simmer Until Done, 15 To 20 Minutes. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Meat Loaf (05-08-92) (1:17) 1 To 1 1/2 Pounds Lean Ground Beef 1/2 To 3/4 Cup Bran To Taste 1/3 Cup Low Fat (1%) Milk 1/3 Cup Catsup (Or Tomato Paste) 1 Egg 1 Teaspoon Salt 1/2 Teaspoon Pepper 1/2 Cup Shredded Cheese 1/2 Cup Minced Onions 1/2 Cup Minced Celery 1 Garlic Clove, Minced (Or 1/2 Teaspoon Garlic Powder) 1 Teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce Preheat Oven To 350 Degrees. Combine All Ingredients. Shape 1 Large Loaf Or 4 To 6 Small Loaves And Place In A 9 X 12 Inch Baking Dish. Bake Uncovered At 350 Degrees For 50 To 60 Minutes. Cool For 5 Minutes. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Meat Loaf 1 (12-12-92) (0:01) Ibm 1 Egg, Lightly Beaten 1 Pound Lean Ground Beef 1 Cup Fine Bread Crumbs 1/2 Cup Milk 1 Small Onion, Chopped 1/2 Cup Finely Chopped Celery 2 Tablespoons Finely Chopped Parsley 1 Teaspoon Lemon Juice 3/4 Teaspoon Salt 1/2 Teaspoon Oregano 1/4 Teaspoon Pepper Mix Together All Ingredients Thoroughly And Spread The Mixture In Two Bread Pans. Cook On Microwave/Convection With The Probe Set At 140 Degrees For About 45 Minutes. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Meat Loaf Paprikash (10-10-92) (0:33) 2 Medium Onions 1 1/2 Pounds Ground Beef 2 Sliced Bread, Cubed 1 8 Ounce Can Tomato Sauce 6 Tablespoons Sour Cream 1/2 Teaspoon Salt 1/4 Teaspoon Pepper Paprika 1 Egg 1 Tablespoon Salad Oil 1 Medium Pepper, Sliced Finely Chop 1 Onion. Slice Remaining Onion. Set Aside. In Medium Bowl, Combine Chopped Onion, Ground Beef, Brad Cubes, 2 Tablespoons Tomato Sauce, 1/4 Cup Sour Cream, Salt, Pepper, 1 Teaspoon Paprika, And Egg. In 8" X 8" Baking Dish, Shape Meat Mixture Into 7 Inch Round Loaf. Cook, Covered With Waxed Paper, On Medium-High 16 To 22 Minutes Until Meat Thermometer Inserted In Center Registers 140 Degrees; Rotate Dish Once Halfway Through Cooking. Let Stand, Covered, 10 Minutes; Temperature Will Rise To 160 Degrees. Meanwhile, In Medium Bowl, Cook Salad Oil, Sliced Onion, And Pepper, Covered, On High 5 To 7 Minutes Until Tender, Stirring Once Halfway Through Cooking. Drain Vegetables; Stir In Remaining Tomato Sauce. Cook 1 To 2 Minutes Until Mixture Is Hot. Stir In Remaining 2 Tablespoons Sour Cream And 3/4 Teaspoon Paprika. Serve Vegetable Mixture With Meat Loaf. Makes 6 Servings. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Meat Loaf Tropicale (08-14-93) (0:53) Servings: 6 1 1/2 Lb Lean Ground Beef 1 Ea Egg; Lg 1 C Bananas; Ripe, Mashed, 2 Lg 1/2 C Oats; Quick Cooking 1/2 C Green Bell Pepper; Chopped 1 T Salt 1 T Mustard; Prepared 1/4 T Nutmeg 1/8 T Allspice 2 Ea Slices Bacon 2 Tb Onion; Chopped 3 Tb Orange Marmalade Heat The Oven To 350 Degrees F. Mix All Of The Ingredients, Except The Bacon And Marmalade, Together. Spread The Mixture In An Ungreased Loaf Pan, 9 X 5 X 3-Inches. Crisscross The Bacon Slices On The Top Of The Meat Mixture And Spread The Marmalade Over The Whole Thing. Bake, Uncovered For 1 To 1 1/4 Hours. Drain Off The Excess Fat And Let Stand For 5 To 10 Minutes Before Slicing. Note: The Bananas Add A Unique, Almost Mysterious Flavor And A Special Moistness To This Elegant Meat Loaf. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Mexican Fiesta Casserole (08-13-93) (17:14) Servings: 6 1 Lb Lean Ground Beef 1 X Salt & Pepper; To Taste 4 Oz Cheddar Cheese; Shredded,1 C 1 C Dairy Sour Cream 2/3 C Mayonnaise Or Salad Dressing 2 C Bisquick Baking Mix 1/2 C Water 1 X Tomatoes; Thinly Sliced, * 3/4 C Green Bell Pepper; Chopped 1 X Paprika; Optional 2 Tb Onion; Finely Chopped * Use 2 Or 3 Ripe Tomatoes Or To Taste. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Heat The Oven To 375 Degrees F. Cook And Stir The Meat In A Large Skillet Until Brown. Drain Off The Excess Fat. Season The Meat With The Salt And Pepper, Then Set Aside. Mix The Cheese, Sour Cream, Mayonnaise And Onion And Set This Mixture Aside. Stir The Baking Mix And Water Together Until A Soft Dough Forms. With Floured Fingers, Pat The Dough In A Greased Baking Pan, 13 X 9 X 2-Inches, Pressing The Dough 1/2 Inch Up The Sides Of The Pan. Layer The Meat, Tomato Slices, And Green Pepper Onto The Dough. Spoon The Sour Cream Mixture Over The Top And Sprinkle With The Paprika, If Used. Bake Uncovered Until The Edges Of The Dough Are Light Brown, 25 To 30 Minutes. Cool 5 Minutes And Then Cut Into Squares. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Mexican Pizza (05-06-92) (1:11) 1 Pound Lean Ground Beef 1/2 Cup Bran 1 (16 Ounce) Can Refried Beans Optional Ingredients 1/2 (16 Ounce) Bottle Taco Sauce 1 (4 Ounce) Can Chopped Chilies, Drained Brown Ground Beef Meat Mixture And Bran Together In A Skillet Over Medium Heat. Spread Refried Beans On A 12 To 14 Inch Oven Proof Plate. Sprinkle Browned Meat Mixture Over Beans And Add Taco Sauce And Chilies If Your Using Them. Microwave For 5 To 7 Minutes Or Bake 15 To 20 Minutes In The Oven At 350 Degrees. To Serve: 4 Ounces Each Shredded Monterey Jack And Cheddar Cheese 1 Pint Sour Cream 1 To 2 Ripe Tomatoes, Chopped 1 Cup Chopped Ripe Olives 1 Cup Guacamole Dip 1 To 2 Large (16 Ounce) Bags Tortilla Chips Sprinkle Cheeses On Warmed Meat Mixture. Pour Sour Cream In The Middle. Make A Circle Of Chopped Tomatoes And A Second Circle Of Chopped Ripe Olives Around Sour Cream. Pour Guacamole Dip On Top Of Sour Cream. Serve With Plenty Of Chips. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Mexicorn Bake (04-19-93) (23:49) Ibm 1 Pound Lean Ground Beef 1 Medium Green Pepper, Chopped 1 (1 1/4) Ounce Package Taco Seasoning 3/4 Cup Water 1 (10 3/4) Ounce Can Golden Corn Soup 1/4 Cup Milk 1 (10 Ounce) Can Refrigerator Biscuits 1/2 Cup (2 Ounces) Shredded Cheddar Cheese Heat Oven To 400 Degrees. In Large Skillet Over Medium High Heat Cook Beef And Pepper Until Beef Is Browned, Stirring To Separate Meat. Drain Off Fat. Add Taco Seasoning And Water. Simmer 5 Minutes. Stir In Soup And Milk. Pour Mixture Into 2 To 3 Quart Casserole Or Baking Dish. Bake 10 Minutes Or Unt