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

Taken from my “Favorites” folder!

Servings 6-8

INGREDIENTS:

4 pounds potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices

1 small onion, chopped

2 (14-ounce) cans chicken broth

1 1/2 teaspoons seasoned salt

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (can use more)

4 cups half-and-half (or can use 18% table cream)

toppings — use one or all, Parmesan cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, chopped green onions

INSTRUCTIONS:————————————————

In a greased 6-quart crockpot/slow cooker layer sliced potatoes, then top with chopped onion.

In a bowl stir together the chicken broth with garlic powder, seasoned salt, and pepper; pour over potatoes and onion. (broth will not completely cover potatoes and onion).

Cover and cook on HIGH 3 to 5 hours or until potatoes are tender.

Mash mixture with a potato masher; stir in half-and-half; cover and cook on HIGH 20 more minutes or until mixture is thoroughly heated.

Ladle into bowls, and serve with desired toppings.

You will also find this recipe on Recipezazz.com

The lasagna rolls and the sauce are cooked in the microwave!

Yield 8 lasagna rolls

INGREDIENTS:

8 uncooked lasagna noodles, cooked then rinsed under cold water

oil, as needed

1 small onion finely chopped

1 (8-ounce) package fresh sliced mushrooms

1 (6-ounce) package fresh baby spinach

3 garlic cloves, minced

2 cups shredded Kraft 4-Cheese Italiano blend cheese divided

1/2 cup ricotta cheese

1/4 cup minced fresh basil, divided

1/2 each seasoned salt and fresh ground black pepper

1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Sauce:

1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

1/2 teaspoon each seasoned salt and freshly ground black pepper

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained

1 (7-ounce) bottle roasted red bell peppers, undrained

INSTRUCTIONS:——————————————-

Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat (use enough oil to lightly coat the bottom of the skillet) add onion, mushrooms, spinach, and 3 garlic cloves; sauté 5 minutes or until onion and mushrooms are tender.

Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup 4-cheese blend, ricotta, 2 tablespoons basil, 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper and cayenne.

For the sauce;,place vinegar and remaining ingredients in a blender; process until smooth.

Place cooked noodles on flat surface; spread about 1/4 cup cheese mixture over each noodle, then roll up noodles jelly-roll fashion starting with short side.

Place the rolls, seam sides down in a shallow 2-quart microwave-safe dish.

Pour 1/4 cup sauce over each roll and cover with heavy-duty plastic wrap; microwave on HIGH 5 minutes or until thoroughly heated.

Sprinkle with remaining 1 cup shredded Italiano 4-cheese blend (can use more cheese if desired) place back in microwave for about 1 minute to melt the cheese.

You will also find this recipe on Recipezazz.com

There is enough sauce for 8 ounces of uncooked pasta

INGREDIENTS:

1 tablespoon butter

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

1-1/3 cups 1% low-fat milk

1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

2 tablespoon reduced-fat cream cheese(can use more)

1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt

fresh ground black pepper, to taste

INSTRUCTIONS:——————————————–

Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

Add garlic; cook 1 minute, stirring frequently.

Stir in flour, then gradually add milk stirring with a whisk; cook about 4 minutes or until mixture thickens, stirring constantly.

Add in Parmesan cheese,  cream cheese, and salt, stirring with a whisk until cheeses melt.

Season with black pepper to taste.

Toss sauce with hot pasta.

Serve immediately.

You will also find this recipe on Recipezazz.com

Spoon on top after the pizza is baked, it does not matter what kind of pizza that you make, also great for baked focaccia

Amounts listed yield enough topping for one 12-inch pizza

Use only plum tomatoes for this

Ingredients:

1-1/2 cups chopped plum tomatoes (2 medium tomatoes)

1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced

1 tablespoon olive oil

2 garlic cloves, minced

1/8 teaspoon dried thyme

1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar

1/2 teaspoon salt

fresh ground black pepper, to taste

freshly grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Plan ahead this needs to chill for at least 4 or more hours before using

INGREDIENTS:

2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil(can use more)

1 tablespoon olive oil

2 teaspoons dried oregano

1-1/2 teaspoons sugar

1 garlic clove, minced

1 (14.5-ounce) can petite-cut diced tomatoes, undrained(use only petite-cut)

1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste

seasoned salt and fresh ground black pepper, to taste

INSTRUCTIONS:—————————————-

Combine first 7 ingredients in a medium bowl.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or more before using.

Posted on recipezazz.com

Taken from my “Favorites” folder!

Yield about 3 cups

INGREDIENTS:

1 cup sour cream

2 (4 ounce) packages crumbled blue cheese

2 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened

1 garlic clove, minced

1/4 cup diced yellow onion

2 teaspoon hot sauce, or to taste

10 bacon slices, cooked and crumbled

fresh ground black pepper, to taste

assorted crackers

INSTRUCTIONS:—————————————————-

Process first 5 ingredients in a blender or food processor until smooth, stopping to scrape down sides.

Stir in half of bacon, then season mixture with black pepper to taste.

Cover and chill 2 or more hours.

Let stand at room temperature 15 minutes before serving.

Sprinkle with remaining bacon.

Serve with crackers.

You will also find this recipe on Recipezazz.com