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August 2011

Sizzlin' Summer Swap!
  • Thai Pesto Pasta & Chicken Wings ~ Kari
  • Pepperoni Pasta Milano ~ Laura
  • Buttermilk Chicken ~ Lyn
  • Hot Ham & Cheese Sandwiches ~ Lisa
  • Pork Loin ~ Phyllis
  • Brone's Burgers ~ Deanne

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  1. Buttermilk ChickenJuly 24, 2011 at 11:47 PM

    Buttermilk Herb Chicken Breasts

    3 lbs boneless skinless chicken
    1 cup buttermilk
    1 T Dijon
    1 T. honey
    1 T. fresh rosemary, finely chopped
    ½ tsp. dried thyme
    ½ tsp. dried sage
    ½ tsp. dried marjoram
    ½ tsp. pepper
    1 tsp. salt

    Mix together buttermilk with mustard, honey and seasonings. Place chicken breasts in freezer bag. Pour marinade over chicken breasts. Seal, label and freeze flat.

    Serving day instructions:
    Thaw chicken. Grill over medium heat until chicken is tender and juices run clear. Brush chicken with melted butter near the end of grilling if desired.

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  2. Pepperoni Pasta Milano

    1 pound Box Bowtie Pasta
    8 oz bag Pepperoni – stack pepperoni and cut into fourths
    2-4 cloves garlic
    8 oz package fresh Mushrooms, sliced
    14 ½ oz. can diced tomatoes with basil, garlic & oregano
    1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
    ¼ tsp fresh ground black pepper
    Shredded Parmesan cheese

    In fry pan, fry pepperoni a bit. Add garlic and mushrooms. Sauté until tender. Add tomatoes, pepper and cream. Simmer for 10 minutes, being careful not to scorch.

    Cool and package in freezer bag. Double bag and include a small baggie of shredded Parmesan cheese along with a label and instructions. Don't forget the box of pasta on swap day.

    Serving instructions:
    Thaw. Heat over low heat. Prepare bowties according to package directions. Toss pasta and sauce together at serving time. Serve with fresh Parmesan on top. Serve with a salad or green veggies.

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  3. Hot Ham & Cheese SandwichesJuly 25, 2011 at 12:12 AM

    Hot Ham & Cheese Sandwiches

    6 Hoagie size buns (like a 6” Subway style roll - Aldi sells these for a great price)
    1 pound sliced ham
    1/2 pound colby or swiss cheese slices

    Mix the following in a small bowl:
    1/3 cup softened butter
    4 tsp mustard
    2 tsp dried minced onion
    2 tsp poppy seeds
    2 tsp sugar

    Spread the above mixture on the insides of the bun. Top each roll/bun with 2 slices ham and 1 slice of cheese. Replace roll tops. Put sandwiches into freezer bags No need to double-bag. Each person will get 6 sandwiches.

    Hot Ham & Cheese Sandwiches Serving Day Instructions:
    Partially thaw. Open sandwich. Place on baking sheet. Bake for 10-15 minutes at 350 degrees or until cheese melts and heated through.

    Total needed for 6 supper swap meals:
    36 Hoagie Rolls - approx 6" long)
    6 lbs Ham
    3 sticks of butter
    1.5 lb Colby
    1.5 lb Swiss

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