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Chestnut-Mushroom Casserole

Chestnut-Mushroom Casserole
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This is a huge casserole. Great for company or to take to a potluck. For a single family, prepare two casserole dishes and freeze one after fixing to use later!
Servings Prep Time
16 People 30 minutes
Cook Time
30 minutes
Servings Prep Time
16 People 30 minutes
Cook Time
30 minutes
Chestnut-Mushroom Casserole
Print Recipe
This is a huge casserole. Great for company or to take to a potluck. For a single family, prepare two casserole dishes and freeze one after fixing to use later!
Servings Prep Time
16 People 30 minutes
Cook Time
30 minutes
Servings Prep Time
16 People 30 minutes
Cook Time
30 minutes
Ingredients
Servings: People
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350˚F.
  2. Make a white sauce of the butter, flour and cream.
  3. Add salt, pepper and granulated bouillon dissolved in just a little hot water. Add the mushroom soup.
  4. Saute the mushrooms in a little butter and add with the chestnuts.
  5. Place in a buttered casserole and top with cheese.
  6. Place in a 350˚ F. oven and heat for 20-30 minutes, until cheese is melted and dish is bubbly.
  7. Serve hot.
Recipe Notes

This is a huge casserole. Great for company or to take to a covered dish meal. For a single family, prepare two casserole dishes and freeze one after fixing. Be sure to thaw completely before reheating.

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Basmati Rice With Nuts And Dried Fruit

Basmati Rice With Nuts And Dried Fruit
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The rich flavor of the Basmati Rice is enhanced by fruits and nuts in this recipe.
Servings Prep Time
8 People 45 minutes
Servings Prep Time
8 People 45 minutes
Basmati Rice With Nuts And Dried Fruit
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The rich flavor of the Basmati Rice is enhanced by fruits and nuts in this recipe.
Servings Prep Time
8 People 45 minutes
Servings Prep Time
8 People 45 minutes
Ingredients
Servings: People
Instructions
  1. Soak the rice in water to cover for 30 minutes; drain.
  2. Heat a 3 quart pan over medium high heat until hot. Add the oil and the onion. Cook, stirring until the onion is lightly browned, about 1 minute.
  3. Add the ginger, garlic, chilies, garam masala, salt, and pepper and cook for 10 seconds.
  4. Add the rice and cook, stirring, until the mixture is well coated with the oil, about 1 minute.
  5. Add the broth and bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, over medium high heat until the liquid drops to the level of the rice. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer on low until the rice is tender, about 15 mins.
  6. Remove the rice to a serving platter.
  7. Sprinkle the apricots, nuts, prunes, green onion and coconut over the rice.
  8. Serve with the plum sauce on the side.
Recipe Notes

Can substitute raisins for prunes.

**Such as McKay's Chicken Style Broth and Instant Season.   

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Potato and Goat Cheese Gratin

Potato and Goat Cheese Gratin
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Potato Gratin made with Goat Cheese.
Servings Prep Time
6 people 30 minutes
Cook Time
30 minutes
Servings Prep Time
6 people 30 minutes
Cook Time
30 minutes
Potato and Goat Cheese Gratin
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Potato Gratin made with Goat Cheese.
Servings Prep Time
6 people 30 minutes
Cook Time
30 minutes
Servings Prep Time
6 people 30 minutes
Cook Time
30 minutes
Ingredients
Servings: people
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk the cream and the egg yolks together. Whisk well. Season with salt and pepper. Butter a square baking dish. Lay a layer of the potatoes over the bottom of the pan. Season the layer with salt and pepper.
  3. Crumble an eighth of the cheese over the potatoes. Ladle 1 cup of the cream mixture over the cheese. Lay another layer of potatoes over the cream mixture. Using your hands, firmly press the layers together. Repeat the process with the remaining ingredients.
  4. Place a piece of parchment paper over the potatoes and cover with foil. Place in the oven and cook for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and continue to cook for 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool completely. Reheat and slice into individual servings.
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Sweet Potato Fritters

Sweet Potato Fritters
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A great acompaniment with any meal.
Servings Prep Time
8 people 30 minutes
Servings Prep Time
8 people 30 minutes
Sweet Potato Fritters
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A great acompaniment with any meal.
Servings Prep Time
8 people 30 minutes
Servings Prep Time
8 people 30 minutes
Ingredients
Servings: people
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  2. Season the potatoes with the oil and salt. Place on a baking sheet and roast until tender, about 45 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool completely. Remove the skin and discard.
  3. In a mixing bowl, mash the potatoes until smooth. Add the egg and breadcrumbs, mix well. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Preheat the oil to 360 degrees F.
  5. Place a spoonful of the sweet potato mixture into the hot oil and fry in batches until golden. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  6. Season with Creole seasoning. To serve, spoon some of BBQ Sauce in the center of each plate. Place a couple of the fritters in the center of the sauce. Garnish with green onions.
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