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Busy Cooks May 2004 Archive

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Dinner on the Grill

Monday May 31, 2004
Enjoy your Memorial Day holiday even more with this delicious grilled dinner. It includes some of my favorite recipes, including Glazed Grilled Beef Tenderloin, Grilled Corn on the Cob, ... Read More

Memorial Day Recipes and Menus

Saturday May 29, 2004
Memorial Day is traditionally the start of the summer season. Kick off your summer and this poignant holiday with these easy recipes and menus. Have dinner on the grill, ... Read More

Main Dish Salad

Friday May 28, 2004
This salad has fabulous flavor and texture combinations. Smoked Gouda and Peach Salad can be made with any cheese and your favorite sweet and tart fruits. Accompany it ... Read More

Healthy Dinner - Fast

Thursday May 27, 2004
An American filmaker recently put himself on an all fast food diet for a month and almost ruined his health, according to Today/Tonight. He made his experience into a ... Read More

Breakfast on the Run

Wednesday May 26, 2004
Did you know that you can make your own 'Mc Sandwiches'? Sausage Filled Biscuits can be stored in your freezer, then microwaved until hot and eaten on your way ... Read More

Shrimp Salad

Tuesday May 25, 2004
I love shrimp, and I especially love shrimp when it's flavored with dill, as in Shrimp and Rice Salad. You can use any fresh vegetable in this recipe (baby ... Read More

Everyday Menus: Wild Rice Quiche

Monday May 24, 2004
This is one of my favorite quiches. The nutty flavor of the wild rice melds perfectly with the sour cream and mustard filling. You could add any cooked ... Read More

Five Ingredient Grilled Entrees

Sunday May 23, 2004
These easy and delicious recipes cooked on the grill are perfect for spring and summer entertaining. These recipes all use five ingredients or less, not including salt, pepper, and water. ... Read More

Cool Spring Dinner

Saturday May 22, 2004
Even in May, the weather can be cold and wet. For those days, a crockpot soup is warming and delicious. Crockpot Black Bean Chili is hearty and wonderful. ... Read More

Everyday Menus: Grilled Ham Steak

Friday May 21, 2004
Did you know that ham also comes in steak form? A ham steak is a 1" thick center cut piece of ham that is fully cooked. All you ... Read More

Brown Bag Lunch

Thursday May 20, 2004
It's almost the end of the school year. If you and your kids are tired of the usual brown bag lunches, try this one to spark their appetites. ... Read More

Everyday Menus: Pepper Steak with Apricots

Wednesday May 19, 2004
I'm enjoying my grill so much these days. We've had a beautiful spring so far and everything is green and fresh. So cooking dinner outside is part of ... Read More

Breakfast is Good for You!

Tuesday May 18, 2004
You've heard many times that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It helps you think and work much better, and reduces cravings for junk food and ... Read More

Everyday Menus: Minestrone Salad

Monday May 17, 2004
I'm always looking for new main dish salads; they are my favorite food to have on hand during the warm spring and summer months. Minestrone Salad is a delicious ... Read More

Make Ahead Meals

Sunday May 16, 2004
When you're feeling energetic or you have some time to spare, put together a casserole or two and store it in your fridge for dinner in the next 2-3 days. ... Read More

Salads for Busy Weekends

Saturday May 15, 2004
On a gorgeous spring weekend you want to be outside as much as possible. Whether you're an avid gardener, you love to play golf or tennis, or just enjoy ... Read More

Everyday Menus: Quick Breads for Breakfast

Friday May 14, 2004
Quick breads are so easy to make, and they actually get better as time goes by! I wrap my quick breads in plastic wrap or zip lock bags, then ... Read More

Everyday Menus: Quiche for Lunch

Thursday May 13, 2004
Sometimes the classics are the best. Quiche Lorraine is a delicious lunch dish, accompanied by Simple Green Salad, iced tea, and Oatmeal Cookies for dessert.

Dinner on the Grill

Wednesday May 12, 2004
I have received so many compliments on Mexican Fish Packets, an easy one dish meal cooked on the grill in heavy duty foil. Pair it with Ambrosia, with Crockpot ... Read More

Microwave Dinner

Tuesday May 11, 2004
Your microwave can be used for more than just reheating leftovers and melting butter. Microwave Sweet and Sour Meatballs is a great entree that you can make without heating ... Read More

Everyday Menus: Chicken Casserole

Monday May 10, 2004
Make ahead casseroles are essential to the busy cooks. Ziti Chicken Casserole is very simple and easy to vary by adding your favorite vegetables or changing the cheese. ... Read More

Meat with Fruit

Sunday May 9, 2004
Meats, whether grilled, sauteed, or broiled, are excellent paired with the fresh fruits of spring. These easy recipes are delicious and very good for you too. Try Pineapple ... Read More

Happy Mother's Day!

Sunday May 9, 2004
I love pasta salads for entertaining. You can make them ahead of time, and they just get better as they sit in the refrigerator. Turkey Salad with Raspberry ... Read More

Breakfast: Pancakes!

Saturday May 8, 2004
Who doesn't love pancakes? They are the perfect breakfast, lunch, or dinner food, and even kids like them. Blueberry Pancakes are perfect. Use fresh or frozen blueberries, ... Read More

Vegetarian Lasagna

Friday May 7, 2004
This wonderful recipe for Vegetarian Lasagna can be made ahead of time and refrigerated until you want to bake it. You can even freeze it! Serve it with ... Read More

Everyday Menus: Easy Sandwiches

Thursday May 6, 2004
Sandwiches could possibly be the world's most perfect food. You can use any food you want, they are totally portable, and are a complete meal in and of themselves. ... Read More

Happy Cinco de Mayo!

Wednesday May 5, 2004
Today, the 5th of May, celebrates the Mexican victory over the French army at the “Batalla da Puebla.” To honor that event, serve this dinner tonight. Mexican Peacocks ... Read More

Everyday Menus: Grilled Seafood Salad

Tuesday May 4, 2004
It's time for some seafood to celebrate spring. The weather is absolutely gorgeous today, so I'm making Mustard Grilled Salmon Salad. This one dish meal only needs some ... Read More

Mother's Day Menus

Tuesday May 4, 2004
Sunday is Mother's Day. What do you have planned for your mom? You could try one of my five easy menus, including a Picnic in the Park with ... Read More

May Recipe of the Day

Monday May 3, 2004
It's May - the month of spring, Memorial Day, graduations, and bridal showers. Sign up for my recipe of the day email class and you will get inspiration in ... Read More

Top Five Convenience Products and Recipes

Monday May 3, 2004
These convenience foods are always in my pantry, fridge, or freezer. With them I can make dozens, if not hundreds, of recipes in a flash. Try Alpine Meatballs, ... Read More

Sometimes You Need Pasta

Sunday May 2, 2004
I think the simplest pasta recipes are the best. You do need a very good pasta (Barilla is my favorite brand); make your own if you're so inclined. ... Read More

Everyday Menus: Filo Bake

Saturday May 1, 2004
For a wonderful brunch, this make ahead recipe is perfect. It looks very difficult to make, but it's quite simple. Filo Sausage Egg Bake is easy to make, ... Read More

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