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Our neighbors and a friend from back home are always after me to make "those yummy potpies". That's all the encouragement I need, since we really like 'em, too!—Ada May Smith, Citrus Springs, Florida. Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) frozen mixed vegetables, thawed 2-1/4 cups cubed cooked chicken 1 cup frozen pearl onions, thawed 1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained 1/4 cup butter 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 3/4 teaspoon dried thyme 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules Pastry for single-crust pie (9 inches) Directions In a greased deep 2-1/2-qt. baking dish, combine the vegetables, chicken, onions and mushrooms; set aside. In a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour and thyme until smooth. Gradually add broth and bouillon. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Pour over vegetable mixture. Roll out pastry to fit top of dish. Place over filling; trim and flute edges. Cut slits in top. Bake at 450° for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown. Let stand for .. more»

Recipes Chicken Potpie Recipe

Whether your baby shower is going to be a tea party at home, an outdoor picnic or barbecue or a large dinner at a restaurant, you are going to need a beautiful centrepiece to pull the whole decoration theme together. This article will explore the cleverest baby shower centrepiece ideas.Most of the cleverest centrepieces have a dual purpose - they are not only a good looking centrepiece but they are also created from items that can be used again. One of the most popular examples of this is the nappy cake (or diaper cake). Much like you would have a large tiered cake at a wedding as a focus, a nappy cake is designed to look like a wedding cake but is created from nappies and other baby items such as clothing and toys. The benefit of using a nappy cake is that they are relatively simple to make yourself .. more»

Tea Party Ideas Bouquet Flowers, Nappy Cakes, Wedding Cake

Her husband’s favorite dish is also a hit with Karen McCabe in Provo, Utah. “I love it because it’s low-fat and a real time-saver since you don’t cook the noodles before baking.” Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean) 1 small onion, chopped 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes 1-3/4 cups water 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste 1 envelope spaghetti sauce mix 1 egg, lightly beaten 2 cups (16 ounces) fat-free cottage cheese 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese 6 uncooked lasagna noodles 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Directions In a large saucepan, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomatoes, water, tomato paste and spaghetti sauce mix. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. In a small bowl, combine the egg, cottage cheese and Parmesan cheese. Spread 2 cups meat sauce in a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Layer with three noodles, half of the cottage .. more»

Recipes Weekday Lasagna Recipe

"The tangy lemon flavor of this no-fuss bar dessert is especially delicious on a warm day," informs Donna Biddle from Elmira, New York. "It reminds me of selling lemonade on the sidewalk as a little girl." Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar 3/4 cup cold butter, cubed 4 eggs 1-1/2 cups sugar 1/2 cup lemon juice 1 teaspoon baking powder 3/4 cup flaked coconut Directions In a small bowl, combine flour and confectioners' sugar; cut in the butter until crumbly. Press into a lightly greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 15 minutes. Meanwhile, in another small bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, lemon juice and baking powder until combined. Pour over crust; sprinkle with coconut. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into squares. Yield: 4 dozen. Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1 each) equals 82 calories, 4 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 25 mg cholesterol, 46 mg sodium, 11 g carbohydrate, trace fiber, 1 g protein.   .. more»

Recipes Lemon Coconut Squares Recipe

If you’re lured by the name, you’ll be wowed by the taste of these scrumptious cherry-topped squares created by our Test Kitchen. With a delectable coconut-custard filling and a thin golden crust, they’re sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Ingredients 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/3 cup flaked coconut 3 tablespoons brown sugar 3 tablespoons cold reduced-fat butter FILLING: 1/3 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 cup sugar Sugar substitute equivalent to 1/4 cup sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 2-1/2 cups fat-free milk 2 eggs, lightly beaten 1/2 cup flaked coconut 2 teaspoons coconut extract 1 can (20 ounces) reduced-sugar cherry pie filling Directions In a small bowl, combine the flour, coconut and brown sugar; cut in butter until crumbly. Press into a 9-in. square baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 400° for 7-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack. In a small saucepan, combine the flour, sugar, sugar substitute and salt. Stir in milk until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the .. more»

Recipes Coconut-Cherry Cream Squares Recipe

"I don't remember where I got this recipe, but I'm glad I have it," says field editor Elaine Anderson from Aliquippa, Pennsylvania. Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter, melted 3 tablespoons sugar 1 egg 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 2 cans (8 ounces each) unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained TOPPING: 1 tablespoon butter, melted 1 cup sugar 2 eggs 2 cups flaked coconut Directions In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg. Combine flour and baking powder; stir into creamed mixture. Press into a 9-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray. Spread pineapple over crust; set aside. For topping, in a small bowl, beat butter and sugar until blended. Beat in eggs. Stir in coconut. Spread over pineapple. Bake at 325° for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack before cutting. Yield: 16 servings. Nutritional Analysis:One serving equals 192 calories, 7 g fat (5 g saturated fat), 46 mg cholesterol, 79 mg sodium, 30 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 3 g protein. Diabetic .. more»

Recipes Pineapple Coconut Squares Recipe