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recipe for mozzarella rice

Mozzarella Rice

Made with dried parsley, rice, mozzarella cheese, dried basil, dried oregano, garlic, vegetable or tomato juice, fresh parsley

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for brennan's stuffed baked potatoes

Brennan's Stuffed Baked Potatoes

Made with paprika, potatoes, bacon, green onions, Parmesan cheese, sour cream, salt, white pepper, butter

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for creamy polenta with peas

Creamy Polenta with Peas

Made with Parmesan cheese, cornmeal, butter, fresh peas, olive oil, salt and pepper, water, whole milk

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for classic mexican rice

Classic Mexican Rice

Made with monterey jack cheese, long grain rice, oil, onion, garlic, salt, chili powder, tomato sauce, water or canned chicken broth

Method:   stovetop, microwave
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for slow cooker spanish brown rice

Slow Cooker Spanish Brown Rice

Looking for a savory side dish? This slow cooked rice recipe gives Spanish rice a new twist by using brown rice instead of white.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

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recipe for make-ahead rice casserole

Make-Ahead Rice Casserole

Made with cayenne pepper, salt, rice, cheddar cheese, Monterey jack cheese, creamed corn, sour cream, green onions, diced green chilies, dried cilantro

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for baked mexican rice

Baked Mexican Rice

Made with water, tomatoes, vegetable oil, onion, green bell pepper, garlic, chili powder, cumin, kosher salt, white rice

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for slow cooker cuban black beans and rice

Slow Cooker Cuban Black Beans And Rice

Made with jalapeno pepper, dried black beans, onion, bell pepper, garlic, bay leaves, diced tomatoes, water, olive oil, ground cumin

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for basque potatoes

Basque Potatoes

Made with black pepper, salt, potatoes, bacon, onion, parsley, eggs, paprika

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for lobster and bacon mashed potatoes

Lobster And Bacon Mashed Potatoes

Made with Salt and pepper, butter, milk, potatoes, bacon, lobster tails, fresh chives

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for pourgouri pilaf (cyprus)

Pourgouri Pilaf (Cyprus)

Made with salt and black pepper, chicken stock, oil, onion, vermicelli pasta, pourgouri or boulgouri

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for zesty red potatoes

Zesty Red Potatoes

Made with salt, red pepper flakes, red potatoes, onion, butter or margarine

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for irish potato stew

Irish Potato Stew

Made with water, salt and pepper, potatoes, onion, carrots, bacon grease, flour

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for cracker stuffing

Cracker Stuffing

Made with salt, dried thyme, celery, onion, butter or margarine, saltines, milk, egg, parsley, dried sage

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for jicama pancakes

Jicama Pancakes

Made with non-stick cooking spray, potato, jicama, lemon, onion, egg, oat flour, habanero chile

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for slow cooker orange-spiced sweet potatoes

Slow Cooker Orange-Spiced Sweet Potatoes

Cooking sweet potatoes just got a whole lot cooler. With a splash of orange and a sprinkle of spice, you'll be wondering why you didn't make these sooner.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for ham and polenta casserole

Ham And Polenta Casserole

Made with Parmesan cheese, cooked cubed ham, polenta, alfredo sauce, frozen asparagus

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for garlic fries from the oakland a's ballpark

Garlic Fries From The Oakland A's Ballpark

Made with Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, golden fries or country-style fries, butter or canola margarine, olive oil, garlic

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker cheesy hash brown potato casserole

Slow Cooker Cheesy Hash Brown Potato Casserole

Made with cheddar cheese, ham, frozen hash browns, evaporated milk, cheddar cheese soup, butter or margarine, salt

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for champps roasted garlic mashed potatoes

Champps Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Made with red skinned potatoes, roasted garlic puree, butter, salt, cream, black pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for cheesy hash brown casserole

Cheesy Hash Brown Casserole

Made with cornflake crumbs, cheddar cheese, frozen hash brown potatoes, butter or margarine, salt, black pepper, onion, cream of chicken soup

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for million-dollar potatoes

Million-Dollar Potatoes

Made with potatoes, black pepper, butter, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for best lithuanian turkey stuffing

Best Lithuanian Turkey Stuffing

Made with onion, black pepper, brown sugar, sage-based spice mixture, corn bread stuffing mix, corn bread, carrot, salt, water or chicken broth

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for foolproof slow cooker white rice

Foolproof Slow Cooker White Rice

If you've ever battled with sticky rice or tricky cooking times, this recipe is your new best friend. Effortless and reliable, it brings perfect results with minimal...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for bubble and squeak with sausage and white sauce

Bubble and Squeak With Sausage And White Sauce

Made with white sauce, sausage meat, onion, cabbage, salt

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for dutch oven quick black beans and rice

Dutch Oven Quick Black Beans and Rice

Made with olive oil, andouille sausage, celery, onion, garlic, black beans, beef broth, chicken broth, fresh thyme, red pepper flakes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for lobster fried rice

Lobster Fried Rice

This is an amazing recipe for lobster fried rice that uses lots of traditional Chinese ingredients like bok choy, shiitake mushrooms, Chinese sausage, and bean sprouts

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for ellinikos lemoni patatas (greek lemon potatoes)

Ellinikos Lemoni Patatas (Greek Lemon Potatoes)

Made with lamb stock, chicken broth, black pepper, potatoes, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, dried oregano, sea salt

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for persian orange rice with almonds

Persian Orange Rice With Almonds

Made with curry powder, ground cinnamon, fresh dill, dried dill, orange juice concentrate, sugar, anise seed, butter, chicken broth

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for cajun potato pancakes

Cajun Potato Pancakes

Made with black pepper, salt, egg, potatoes, lemon juice, all-purpose flour, sugar, onion, baking powder, cayenne pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for mirliton seafood cornbread dressing

Mirliton Seafood Cornbread Dressing

Made with cornbread, vegetable oil, onion, celery, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, black pepper, dressing mix, garlic, salt

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for carrot potato casserole

Carrot Potato Casserole

Made with carrots, potatoes, onion, margarine, flour, milk

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for lime-infused basmati rice

Lime-Infused Basmati Rice

Made with kosher salt, basmati rice, water, lime juice

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for crispy salmon potato pancakes

Crispy Salmon Potato Pancakes

Made with applesauce, vegetable oil, salmon, baking potatoes, carrots, eggs, flour, black pepper, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for roasted eggplant & mashed potatoes

Roasted Eggplant & Mashed Potatoes

Made with black pepper, sour cream, eggplants, baking potatoes, salt, olive oil

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for basic curried rice

Basic Curried Rice

Made with rice, egg yolk, butter, onion, green bell pepper, curry powder, turmeric, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for white rice with vegetables

White Rice with Vegetables

Made with parsley, peas, chicken broth, white rice, black pepper, bell peppers, onions

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for hash brown and spinach casserole

Hash Brown and Spinach Casserole

Made with sour cream, Swiss cheese, butter, onions, frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, herb seasoning mix, salt, frozen chopped spinach

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for czech mushroom potato casserole

Czech Mushroom Potato Casserole

Made with black pepper, salt, potatoes, fresh morel mushrooms, onion, garlic, butter, egg, milk, flour

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for low-fat baked zucchini, tomato, and potato casserole

Low-Fat Baked Zucchini, Tomato, And Potato Casserole

Made with Parmesan cheese, black pepper, olive oil cooking spray, tomatoes, zucchini, russet potato, garlic, fresh basil

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for country club potatoes

Country Club Potatoes

Made with chives, cream cheese, red potatoes, margarine, milk, garlic, black pepper, salt, white cheddar cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for hash brown potato patties

Hash Brown Potato Patties

Made with cooking spray, egg substitute, hash brown potatoes, onion, bell pepper, bread crumbs, salt, black pepper

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cheese and brown rice casserole

Cheese and Brown Rice Casserole

Made with dijon mustard, milk, brown rice, green onions, cottage cheese, dried dill, Parmesan cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for eggplant polenta casserole

Eggplant Polenta Casserole

Made with soy mozzarella cheese, olive oil, prepared polenta, eggplant, portobello mushrooms, zucchini, yellow summer squash, garlic, white beans, pasta sauce

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for slow cooker sausage and beans with potatoes

Slow Cooker Sausage and Beans with Potatoes

Made with fresh green beans, smoked sausage, potatoes, onions

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for lobster and lobster mushroom risotto

Lobster and Lobster Mushroom Risotto

Made with butter, shallots, garlic, carrot, celery, wild lobster mushrooms, arborio rice, sherry wine, fish stock, Parmesan cheese

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for american fries

American Fries

Made with non-stick cooking spray, baking potatoes, onion powder, paprika, salt, garlic powder, black pepper

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for ritz cracker stuffing

Ritz Cracker Stuffing

Made with salt and pepper, chicken broth, eggs, ritz crackers, vegetable or olive oil, onions, mushrooms

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for baked potato with bacon

Baked Potato With Bacon

Made with butter, potatoes, cheddar cheese, bacon, onions, whole tomatoes, whole kernel corn, dried thyme, salt and pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for italian scalloped potatoes

Italian Scalloped Potatoes

Made with garlic powder, dried Italian seasoning, milk, cream of mushroom soup, potatoes, onion, Mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours





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