Simple and Delicious Magazine Editor's Blog - All Comments

re: Very Simple (& Delicious) Soup

cindykoz1 — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 19:39:18 GMT

It's refreshing to have guys favorite recipes.....

re: Very Simple (& Delicious) Soup

burgeds — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 19:21:06 GMT

You took the words right out of my mouth. I am a real proponent of the KISS principle - - Keep It Simple . . well I will leave out the last part :).

I have a similiar type of soup I make at least oonce a month through the fall and winter months. I call it Five-Bean Soup. Five different kinds of canned beans - baked, pinto, black, navy or great northern & red. To the beans I add a chopped onion, diced tomatoes and if a choose . . a meat - left-over ham, sliced Andoullie sausage or smoked pork chops. If I want alittle heat, I add a 4oz can of chopped jalapeno peppers or green chilies for flavor. A simple soup that always hits the spot. Dave

re: ’Tis the Season…

MarilynI — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:05:15 GMT

Thank you for sharing your Cheesy Mac "N" Cheese recipe, it sounds so creamy and delicious.

This is definitely a dish I'll be making for my grandson, he loves Mac & Cheese. Thank you for sharing!

Marilyn

Editorial Assistant

re: ’Tis the Season…

maryforeman — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 14:44:36 GMT

You are correct, Marilyn. Nothing says comfort like homemade soups and casseroles. I especially love the dishes that cook all day long and fill the house with their wonderful aromas! Your two recipes sound delicious and I cannot wait to try them. The following recipe is also a favorite comfort food in our house:

Cheesy Mac 'N' Cheese

12 oz uncooked elbow macaroni

1/3 C sour cream

1 - 14 oz can diced tomatoes, drained (optional)

1 - 12 oz can evaporated fat-free milk or

1 1/2 C nonfat milk

4 oz (1 C) cheddar cheese, shredded

2 t Dijon mustard

1/2 t ground black pepper

1/8 t ground nutmeg

2 T dry bread crumbs

2 T grated Parmesan cheese

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain, reserving 1/3 C pasta water. Transfer pasta to a large bowl.

2. While pasta is still hot, stir in sour cream, reserved pasta water and diced tomatoes. Set aside.

3. Scald milk by heating in a medium saucepan over medium heat until tiny bubbles just appear around the edges. Add cheese, mustard, pepper, and nutmeg. Simmer, stirring constantly, until cheese melts.

4. Fold cheese mixture into pasta and transfer to a casserole dish (mixture will be thin but will thicken as it bakes).

5. Mix together bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle over pasta.

6. Bake uncovered 20-25 minutes or until top is golden brown.

You can experiment with different kinds of cheeses and seasonings to suit your family's taste. One thing is for sure, this dish will be a hit on a cold day!

re: The Gift That Keeps on Giving

Mary_H — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 16:25:25 GMT

That's an awesome idea, Kristen! And those desserts look the same. Did you ever ask them what their favorite desserts were when they were kids...and make those? You might get some great recipes that way, too.

re: The Gift That Keeps on Giving

jlbenn2 — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 16:19:41 GMT

That is such a great idea. It is a great way for families to turn to do things on a monthly basis for gifts at holidays, also to do for seniors in our family as well as friends. It lets us keep in touch and remember those we care about every month, and gives them something to look forward to besides the bills!!

re: The Gift That Keeps on Giving

Patti924 — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 15:32:03 GMT

Fabulous idea. May borrow that from you. Good job!

re: The Gift That Keeps on Giving

smfeldner — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 18:33:52 GMT

What a fun idea, Kristen.

Might have to use that one this holiday season!

;-)

re: What to Serve to Guests

Mary_H — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 20:14:12 GMT

That dessert recipe is just too crazy, Marie! I can't wait to try it.

re: Buzz-free and bottoms up!

Mary_H — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 20:26:07 GMT

Oh, you bad kitty, you!!!

re: Buzz-free and bottoms up!

badkitty — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 18:58:15 GMT

Make Kool-Aid for the kids-beer for adults!

re: Buzz-free and bottoms up!

badkitty — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 18:57:24 GMT

Lame! Bring on the beer!

re: Buzz-free and bottoms up!

MarilynI — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 12:58:28 GMT

What wonderful ideas! With Labor Day approaching, I now have some great ideas for our mini party, thank you!

re: Cooking Up Memories

emers4 — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 09:18:58 GMT

Oh memories! My first cookbook was from 4-H and the first thing I made was probably Yummy Muffins. I know I still have it someplace as I recall just not being able to throw it when cleaning out boxes many years later-- great memories of cooking with my mom!

re: Buzz-free and bottoms up!

Mary_H — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 14:05:58 GMT

Great tips, Amy. Thanks!