ThriftyFun Recipes - May 10, 2006

When my 12 year old nephew came to visit from arkansas, he was trying to show me how to make "fried, or sautéed" green beans. Does anyone know how to make this? I know it has olive oil in it but I don't know what else. Can you use canned beans or do you have to use fresh?

Thank you in advance!

jmz2005 from Illinois

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Today's Recipes

Roast Turkey Breast Cocktail (Freezer Meal)
By Cynthia Smith

Turkey isn't just for the holidays! Turkey cooks up just like chicken does and is sure to be a welcome treat anytime!

Ingredients

2 teaspoons finely shredded lime peel
1/2 cup of fresh lime juice
1/3 cup tequila or orange juice
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
1 6-pound whole turkey breast
2 teaspoons of cornstarch

First, prepare the cocktail marinade by combining the lemon peel, lime juice, tequila, the three tablespoons orange juice, olive oil, salt and pepper. Place the turkey breast in a self sealing plastic bag and set in a large bowl before pouring the marinade over the turkey. Seal the bag and turn in order to coat the entire turkey breast. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours but no more than 24 hours making sure to turn the bag occasionally. Remove the turkey breast from the bag and discard the marinade.

Place the turkey with the skin side up on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the breast (avoiding any bone). Roast uncovered at 325 degrees for 2 1/4 to 2 1/2 hours or until the thermometer reads 170 degrees. Transfer the turkey to a cutting board and allow to cool until it can be handled. Cube or shred the turkey before placing in freezable bags and freeze for up to three months.

To use the frozen Roast Turkey Breast Cocktail, thaw in the refrigerator overnight.

Roast Turkey Breast Cocktail yields 4 servings.

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Hobo Dinner

Ingredients

1 pound hamburger
1 medium onion, sliced
1 medium green pepper, sliced
2 medium potatoes, sliced
2 carrots, sliced
Worcestershire sauce (Sprinkle on liberally)

Directions

Layer all ingredients in order given in 9x13 inch pan. Bake at 375 degrees F for 60-70 minutes.

By IMAQT1962 from ILLINOIS

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Baked Cherry Relish Ham (Freezer Meal)
By Cynthia Smith

Treat yourself to a special meal when you really don't have the time to prepare it! This quick and easy special dish is perfect for busy weeknights or when you have unexpected guests.

Ingredients

1 5 to 6 pound cooked ham (the shank portion or rump half is fine)
24 whole cloves
Cherry Relish

Recipe for Cherry Relish

1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons cherry brandy or orange juice
2 tablespoons water
2 cup dried tart red cherries
1/4 cup chopped toasted pecans
1 teaspoon finely shredded orange peel

Score your ham by cutting diagonally in a diamond patter and then stud with the cloves. Put the ham on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Insert a meat thermometer ensuring that the thermometer does not touch the ham bone. Bake at 325 degrees for 1 hour and 15 minutes to 2 hours or until the meat thermometer reads 135 degrees. Allow the ham to cool before cubing and placing in freezer safe containers. The ham can be frozen for up to 3 months.

To use the frozen baked ham, thaw in the refrigerator overnight and then serve with the cherry relish.

To make cherry relish, combine 1/4 sugar, 1/4 cup orange juice, 2 tablespoons cherry brandy or orange juice and 2 tablespoons water in a large saucepan. Cook and stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves. Add 1 cup of dried tart red cherries, bring to a boil, reduce heat and then stir for about 5 minutes or until the cherries have softened. Remove the relish from the heat. Stir in the toasted pecans and shredded orange peel. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours before serving.

Baked Cherry Relish Ham yields about 8 servings.

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Low-Calorie Hidden Valley Dressing

Ingredients

1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
2 Tbsp. lemon juice
1 cup skim milk
1 package (any kind) Hidden Valley Dressing mix
minced onion, (opt.)
dill (opt.)
garlic (opt.)

Directions

Put first 2 ingredients in blender; start blender and gradually add the skim milk. Combine all ingredients in quart jar; mix well. Chill at least 1 hour before serving.

By Robin from Washington, Ia

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Mock Lobster Salad

Ingredients

2 lb. haddock (or any white fish)
1 medium onion, diced
3/4 cup sour cream
1/2 cup chili sauce
2 Tbsp. horseradish
2 Tbsp. mayonnaise
1 Tbsp. lemon juice
2 cups diced celery
salt to taste

Directions

Simmer fish in 2 cup salted water until fish is white (5-10 minutes). Drain and cool. Flake into large pieces, add celery. Combine other ingredients and blend well with fish. Chill. Stir well before serving. Serve on lettuce with light dusting of paprika.

By Robin from Washington, Ia

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Boston Baked Beans Mix

Ingredients

2 cups small white pea beans
1/2 tsp. dried thyme
1 bay leaf
1/4 tsp. ground ginger
1/2 tsp. pepper
1 1/2 tsp. salt
2 tsp. dry mustard

Directions

Place all ingredients in zip-lock baggy or 2 qt mason jar.

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Ingredients

2 slices bacon, chopped
4 3/4 cups water
3/4 cups chopped onion
1 cloves garlic, minced
3 Tbsp. dark molasses
1 package bean mix

Directions

Dump all ingredients in slow cooker on low heat about 8-10 hours stir occasionally. Remove bay leaf before serving.

By IMAQT1962 from ILLINOIS

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Turnip Salad

3 medium turnips, chopped
3 carrots, chopped
1/2 small cauliflower, chopped
small green pepper, chopped

Add all veggies to 2 cup hot water and 1 tsp. salt. Bring to a boil and simmer 5 minutes. Drain immediately.

1/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup vinegar
1/4 cup oil
1 tsp. curry powder
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper

Mix this dressing and pour over veggies. Toss once to mix. Refrigerate 3-4 hours and serve.

By Robin from Washington, IA

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Oh, Boy! Salad

Ingredients

1 package lemon Jello
1 package orange Jello
3 bananas, diced
1 cup mini marshmallows
1 large can crushed pineapple, drained (save liquid)
1 cup pineapple juice from can (add water, if necessary)
1 egg, beaten
1 Tbsp. flour
1/2 cup sugar (delete if Cool Whip used)
1 cup Cool Whip

Directions

Dissolve Jello together following directions on package. Let partially set, then add bananas, marshmallows, and drained pineapple. Let set. When set, top with cooked topping.

Topping:

Heat juice and sugar. Add flour to beaten egg slowly to dissolve thoroughly. Slowly add 1 or 2 Tbsp. hot juiced to egg mixture before slowly adding egg mixture to juice, stirring constantly. Cook until very thick. Cool. Fold in whipped cream to cooled mixture and spread over set Jello. Refrigerate several hours or overnight. Garnish with thin slice of lemon, twisted. Serve on bed of lettuce. A 9x13 baking dish should be used for this recipe.

By Robin from Washington, IA

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Italian Meatloaf

Ingredients

1 1/2 lb. ground beef
1 egg, beaten
3/4 cup cracker crumbs (soda crackers)
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 tsp. salt
1/3 cup tomato sauce
1/2 tsp. oregano
1/4 tsp. pepper
2 cups grated mozzarella cheese
2/3 cup tomato sauce

Directions

Combine meat, egg, crumbs, onion, 1/3 cup tomato sauce, salt, oregano, and pepper. Shape meatloaf on waxed paper, flattening it; sprinkle top of it with the cheese. Roll up and press ends to seal. Place in loaf pan - cover pan with foil, putting the shiny side up and make 5 or 6 slits in the foil with knife. Bake 3/4 hour at 350 degrees F. Pour the 2/3 cup tomato sauce over the top and bake another 15 minutes. Serves 6.

By Robin from Washington, IA

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