Saturday, May 29, 2010

Cafe Rio Rice

3 c water
4 t chicken bouillon
4 t garlic –minced
½ bunch cilantro
1 can green chiles—or equivalent fresh
¾ t salt
1 T butter
½ onion
3 c rice (see note)

Blend cilantro, green chiles and onion together in food processor. Bring water to a boil and add all ingredients, simmer covered 30 minutes.

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Wednesday, May 26, 2010

Deals to Meals - a great service!

Anything that can make menu planning and shopping easier - I LOVE!  I gave Deals to Meals a try and was very impressed with their service.  I know that menu planning services are a dime a dozen these days, but what sets Deals to Meals apart from the rest is the way they incorporate the current week sales into the meal plan.  Furthermore - they tell you where the best place is to buy each ingredient needed for the week.

Not only that - but they list for you the best shopping deals of the week.

What is not to love!
  They have done so much of the footwork for you - for a simple $4.95 a month.  It's a no brainer.  You should give them a try!  (Free 2 week membership available!)



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Sunday, May 9, 2010

SWISS CHICKEN

4 boneless chicken breasts 
1/4 c. water 
4 slices Swiss cheese 
2 c. stuffing mix 
1 can cream of chicken soup 
2 Tbl. melted butter 

Place chicken pieces in casserole dish. Top with cheese. Combine soup and water and pour over cheese. Cover with stuffing. Drizzle butter over top. Cover and bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes. Uncover and bake 15 minutes longer. 


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COUNTRY FAIR CHICKEN

1 envelope Lipton Savory Herb with Garlic soup mix 
4 – 5 chicken pieces 
1 lb. potatoes, thinly sliced
1 chopped onion 
2 large carrots, thinly sliced
2 Tbl. water 
1 chopped onion
1 Tbl. oil

Combine all ingredients in large plastic bag. Seal bag and shake until chicken and vegetables are evenly coated. Empty into 9 x 13 baking dish. Cover and bake for 1 hour at 350 degrees. 

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