This may be completely prepared and refrigerated up to 48 hours until ready to bake, use only russet potatoes and do not slice the potatoes leave them whole while cooking

Do not use the bottled dressing for this only dry mix and prepared with sour cream and mayonnaise, and for best flavor I recommend Hidden Valley dry mix, if desired omit the paprika and sprinkle 1 to 1-1/2 cups cheddar cheese on top after baking then return to oven for 5-8 minutes to melt the cheese

Servings

INGREDIENTS:

12 medium russet potatoes, peeled, leave potatoes whole do not slice (medium potatoes measuring about 4-inches in length and 2 inches wide, does not have to be exact)

1/3 cup butter, cubed

1 cup prepared Hidden Valley dry Ranch salad dressing mix (mix must be prepared with half mayonnaise and sour cream, then measured to 1 cup, save any remaining dressing for to use another time)

2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

1/4 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled (can use more bacon)

salt and fresh ground black pepper, to taste

paprika

INSTRUCTIONS:—————————————–

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Grease a 13  x 9-inch baking dish (an 11 x 7-inch pan will work also but it will be very full)

Place whole potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil, reduce heat cover and simmer until fork-tender tender (because the potatoes are cooked whole cooking time may take about 25 minutes).

Transfer potatoes to a large bowl, add in butter then mash.

Stir in prepared ranch salad dressing, cheddar cheese and bacon (the mixture will be slightly orange in color).

Season with salt and pepper to taste

Spread into baking dish.

Sprinkle lightly with paprika.

*** At this point you may cover and refrigerate until ready to bake (up to 24 hours).

Bake uncovered for 20 minutes or until heated through.

Yield 1 loaf

INGREDIENTS:

1/3-1/2 cup melted butter, slightly cooled

1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 (1 pound) package Rhodes frozen white bread dough, completely thawed according to package directions

INSTRUCTIONS:——————————————————-

Grease a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan.

In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, parsley and garlic powder.

Cut dough into 1-inch pieces, then coat into the butter mixture.

Layer in a greased loaf pan.

Cover and let rise until doubled ( about 1 hour).

Bake in a preheated 350 degree F oven for 30 minutes or until golden brown.

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Easy to make and very good, you can stuff the mushrooms in advance and refrigerate until ready to bake

Yield -  24 large mushrooms

INGREDIENTS:

1/2 pound bulk spicy pork sausage meat

24 large fresh mushrooms (with stems)

oil and 2 tablespoons butter

1 small onion, minced

4 large garlic cloves, minced

1 cup bread crumbs (seasoned or plain)

1/2 cup shredded pepper Jack cheese (more to sprinkle on top of mushrooms before baking)

1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

seasoned salt and fresh ground black pepper, to taste

INSTRUCTIONS:——————————————————-

In a small skillet, cook sausage over medium-high heat until browned; remove to a bowl.

Remove stems from mushrooms and finely chop; set caps aside.

To the skillet add in chopped stems, onion and garlic; cook in oil and butter until softened (about 5 minutes, use as much oil as you need mixed with the butter or can use all butter).

Stir in the cooked sausage, bread crumbs and 1/2 cup shredded cheese and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Spoon about 2 tablespoons into each mushroom cap.

Grease a rack then fit the rack into a foil-lined large baking sheet.

Sprinkle with remaining shredded cheese.

Bake in a preheated 350 degrees F oven for 22-25 minutes or until mushrooms are tender.

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Plan ahead there is a 4 hour chilling time before serving

Servings 12-14

INGREDIENTS:

1 pound uncooked elbow macaroni

12  hard-cooked eggs (chop 6 eggs, then slice the remaining 6 to place on top of the prepared salad)

fully cooked ham, cubed (use as much ham as you like)

1 cup frozen peas, thawed

1 celery stalk, diced

1/2 green bell pepper, chopped

6-8 large green onions, chopped

1/2 (4 ounce) jar diced pimientos, drained

2 cups Hellman’s mayonnaise

1 teaspoon garlic powder

dry Hidden Valley Ranch seasoning mix, to taste, start with 1 tablespoon

seasoned salt and fresh ground black pepper, to taste

Yield 2 quiche

INGREDIENTS:

2 (9-inch) deep-dish unbaked pastry shells

3 cups cubed cooked chicken

2 tablespoons minced pickled jalapenos

2 envelopes taco seasoning, divided

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

2/3 cup salsa (mild or medium, divided)

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided (can use a little more cheese)

8 large eggs

2 cups half-and-half cream

2 tablespoons butter, melted

1 (4 ounce)  can chopped green chilies

1/2 cup sliced ripe black olives

salt and fresh ground black pepper, to taste

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Purchase the packages with the pan rolls attached together and do not separate the rolls

To make ahead; prepare as directed but omit oven warming, freeze up to 6 weeks, thaw in refrigerator overnight and then warm in oven as directed

INGREDIENTS:

1-1/2 cups finely chopped walnuts OR pecans

2 (9.25 ounce) packages pan rolls (do not separate the rolls!)

2/3 cup peach preserves

1/2 cup Hellman’s Dijonnaise mustard-mayonnaise blend

1 pound thinly sliced deli roast beef, chopped

1/2 pound provolone cheese slices ( can use cheddar cheese)

fresh ground black pepper

INSTRUCTIONS:—————————————————-

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.

Heat walnuts in a small nonstick skillet over medium-low heat, stirring often (about 5 to 6 minutes or until lightly toasted and fragrant, do not omit the toasting!)

Remove rolls from packages. (do not separate the rolls).

Using a large serrated knife cut rolls in half horizontally, creating 1 top and 1 bottom per package.

Spread preserves on cut sides of top of rolls, then sprinkle with walnuts (about 3/4 cup for each pan roll package).

Spread mustard-mayonnaise blend on cut sides of bottom of rolls, then top with roast beef and cheese.

Sprinkle with pepper.

Cover with top halves of rolls, preserves sides facing down.

Wrap in aluminum foil.

At this point you may freeze for up to 6 weeks.

Bake at 325 degrees F for 20-25 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Slice into individual sandwiches.

Serve immediately.

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This may be made up to 2 days ahead covered and refrigerated until ready to serve, allow to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving

Servings 10-12

INGREDIENTS:

2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened

1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or adjust to taste

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 garlic clove, minced (can use more)

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1 (4.25-ounce) can chopped black olives

1/2 cup chopped pimiento-stuffed olives

salt and fresh ground black pepper, to taste

crackers or pita chips

INSTRUCTIONS:—————————————

Stir together first 5 ingredients until smooth and well blended.

Mix in olives, then season with salt and pepper.

Serve with crackers.

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Servings 8

INGREDIENTS:

1 brownie mix (baked in a 9 x 9-inch pan, then cooled completely, do not use a mix for a 13 x 9-inch pan or can use your favorite homemade recipe)

1-1/2 cups chocolate fudge topping, divided (such as Smuckers)

2 quarts (6 cups) vanilla ice cream, slightly softened

1-1/2 cups malted milk ball candies, coarsely chopped (measure 1-1/2 cups after chopping) more for topping

1/2 cup whipping (heavy 35%) whipping cream (measure 1/3 cup unwhipped)

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I most always make this using blueberries and cranberries, this is one of my favorite cakes, in place of the cinnamon/sugar topping a white glaze can be drizzled on top

This cake stays moist for days but don’t worry it won’t last that long, yes it is that good!

Servings 12

INGREDIENTS:

2 cups all-purpose flour

2 teaspoons baking powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

zest from one lemon

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup butter, melted

2 to 2-1/4 cups sugar (sweet tooth use 2-1/4 cups)

2 teaspoons vanilla (can use up to 1 tablespoon)

2 large eggs

2-1/2 cups fresh or frozen unthawed blueberries

1/3 cup sugar

2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

INSTRUCTIONS:——————————————–

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (set oven rack to second lowest positions).

Grease a 13 x 9-inch baking pan.

In a small bowl combine the flour with next 3 ingredients.

In a medium mixing bowl beat melted butter with cream cheese, sugar and vanilla until combined (about 2 minutes).

Add in eggs; beat for 3 minutes.

Mix in the flour mixture on low speed until just combined.

Using a wooden spoon mix in the blueberries (the mixure will be very thick!).

Spread into baking pan.

In a small bowl combine 1/3 cup sugar with cinnamon, then sprinkle over the batter.

Bake for 50-60 minutes or until cake tests done.

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This is even better the next day so I suggest making it a day ahead

Servings 6

INGREDIENTS:

2 cups fresh corn kernels (about 4 ears, grilled corn even better to use)

1 roasted red bell pepper, chopped

2 small red ripe plum tomato, seeded and chopped(or one large)

1 green onion, finely chopped

2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley(or can use cilantro)

1/2 to 1 jalapeno pepper seeded and finely chopped

2 teaspoons grated lime rind

2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 garlic clove, minced

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, or to taste

salt and fresh ground black pepper, to taste

INSTRUCTIONS:———————————————-

Combine first 7 ingredients in a large bowl.

Combine remaining 4 ingredients in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk.

Drizzle lime juice mixture over corn mixture, and toss well.

Season with salt and pepper to taste

Chill at least 4 hours or more before serving.

Toss again before serving.

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