Thursday, August 9, 2007

Easy Blue Cheese Dip

This is a great dip for hot wings or veggies,you could also thin it out with water or 1/2 and 1/2 and use it as a salad dressing .



1/2 C sour cream

1/4 C Mayo

2-3 TBSP Blue cheese crumbles

1/2 tsp garlic salt

1/2 tsp onion powder

1tsp fresh ground black pepper



Mix all ingredients,(kinda mash uo the blue cheese crumbles with a fork as your mixing)

Refrigerate for 1-2 hrs.

Wednesday, August 1, 2007

Ultimate P,B,and J

I learned to make this at a restaraunt that I worked in about a million years ago,it was one of the most popular menu items and I've never forgotten it.
My kids eyes actually glazed over when I gave it to them.

2 pieces large country white bread
peanut butter
strawberry jam
2 tsp crushed peanuts
3 strawberries,sliced

spread one piece of bread with peanut butter,sprinle peanuts on top
spread jam on other piece and layer with strawberries
slap together and eat

One of the guys I worked with would take the sandwich and grill it on the grill with a slice of butter,I never tried it like that but I'm thinking it might be illegal.

Saturday, July 28, 2007

Taco Platter

My oldest son loves this one! It's a big hit at a party!

2 lbs ground beef
1/2 C water
1 pkg taco seasoning
2 pkg cream cheese (softened)
1/4 C milk
1 can chopped green chiles
2 med tomatoes,chopped and seeded
1 C chopped green onions
1 1/2 C shredded lettuce
3/4 C honey BBQ sauce
1 C shredded cheddar

Brown beef and drain,add water and taco seasoning.Simmer for 5 min.
Combine cream cheese and milk,spread on a large round platter or pizza pan.Sprinkle with chiles,tomatoes,onions,and lettuce.Drizzle BBQ sauce on top and sprinkle with cheese. Serve with corn chips or tortilla chips.

YUM!

Wednesday, July 25, 2007

Parmesan Chicken

I found this on a website awhile ago and it's very good.My kids don't normally like chicken like this but they loved it!

1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
1 env. Italian Salad Dressing Mix
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
PREHEAT oven to 400°F. Mix cheese, salad dressing mix and garlic powder.
MOISTEN chicken with water; coat with cheese mixture. Place in shallow baking dish.
BAKE 30 to 35 min. or until chicken is cooked through

Family Baked Beans

This recipe has been passed down through at least 3 generations in our family.Very simple but delicious.

2 large cans pork and beans
1/2 C ketchup
1/4 C mustard
2 TBSP lt brown sugar
1 small onion sliced

mix all ingredients in a large baking dish and top with sliced onion.bake at 350 degrees for 30 min

Peanut butter cup pie

One word~sinful

2 c milk
2 3.9 oz pkgs instant choolate pudding
1/2 C creamy peanut butter
9 in graham cracker crust
8 oz container whipped topping(thawed)

combine milk,and pudding in a medium bowl,whisk till thickened,stir in .
peanut butter.
spoon into crust,chill and dive in.

you can actually use fat free pudding,fat free whipped topping,and 2 % milk if you want to go easy with this one.

Stuffed Portobellos

This is a lighter recipe,very tasty


4 large portobello mushrooms (about 1 lb.), cleaned
1/4 cup KRAFT Light Zesty Italian Reduced Fat Dressing, divided
1/4 cup chopped red pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 bags fresh spinach
1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese

PREHEAT oven to 375°F.

Twist or cut off stems from mushrooms. Chop stems; set aside. Use a spoon or sharp knife to scrape out the gills from mushroom caps; discard gills. Brush 1 Tbsp. of the dressing onto rounded sides of mushroom caps; place, rounded sides down, in foil-lined 15x10x1-inch baking pan.
HEAT remaining 3 Tbsp. dressing in Dutch oven on medium-high heat. Add mushroom stems, red pepper and garlic; cook and stir 2 min. Add spinach. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and simmer 4 min. or until spinach is wilted, stirring after 2 min. Spoon evenly over mushroom caps; sprinkle with cheese.
BAKE 18 to 20 min. or until mushrooms are tender.

Tuesday, July 24, 2007

Easy salisbury steak

I never tried to make salisbury steak till I used this recipe,it's really easy and fast.

1 lb ground chuck
2 tBSP Worcestershire sauce
1 onion sliced thin
3 TBSP chopped fresh parsley (I use dried and it works fine)
1 jar pre-made beef gravy (I get the one with mushrooms)
1 pkg egg noodles cooked and drained

combine beef with 1 TBSP worc sauce,dash of salt and pepper,and parsley.
form into patties and cook over med heat in non-stick skillet.cook 5 min each side then add onion,add 1 tbsp butter and cook 10 more min or till patties are done.
add gravy and 1 tbsp of worc sauce,reduce heat to low.Continue cooking another 8-10 min
toss noodles with butter and parsley,layer patties and gravy on top.

Easy home-made pot pie

pure comfort food

1 can chunk white chicken
1 bag egg noodles~cooked and drained
1 can cream of patato soup
1 can cream of celery soup
1 Cup milk
1 bag frozen mixed veggies(cooked for 7-8 min in microwave)
1 can country biscuits

combine chicken,soups,milk,and veggies in bowl and add to noodles.
put in a greased casserole dish and arrange the biscuits on top.Bake according to biscuit pkg directions.

I serve this with mashed potatoes,nothing like it on a chilly fall day.

Best Ever Lemonade

juice of 4 lemons
1 c. sugar
2-ltr. bottle club soda chilled
Garnish: lemon slices
Combine lemon zest, juice and sugar in a 2-quart pitcher. Add club soda slowly; mix well. Serve over ice with lemon slices. Makes about 2 quarts.

YUM

Crescent dogs

My kids love these.

8 hot dogs
4 slices American cheese, each cut into 6 strips
1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent dinner rolls

Heat oven to 375°F. Slit hot dogs to within 1/2 inch of ends; insert 3 strips of cheese into each slit.

Separate dough into triangles. Wrap dough triangle around each hot dog. Place on ungreased cookie sheet, cheese side up.

Bake at 375°F. for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown.
I drizzle mustard or ketchup over top

Peanut butter haystacks

this is another recipe I got from one of the kids teachers.

1 12 oz bag butterscotch chips
1 C peanut butter
3 C chow mein noodles

Place 1st 2 ingredients in 2 quart glass dish,cover and microwave on high for 3-5 min.
blend well with rubber spatula(spray it 1st with non-stick spray,it won't stick as bad)
Stir in noodles and drop by forkfulls onto wax paper.let cool.
The kids really love these!

Monday, July 23, 2007

Carrot Casserole

I got this from the dear friend who brought me the potato casserole. I must admit that this was not a big favorite of mine at 1st,I've grown to love it and I can't imagine my holiday dinners without it!

3 cans Julienne carrots(save 1/2 juice from can)
1 TBSP minced onion
1 TBSP horseradish
1 TBSP mustard
2 TBSP butter
1/2 C Ritz crackers

put carrots in a shallow baking pan,mix remaining ingredients and pour over carrots.
bake at 375 degrees for 25 min
add crushed crackers to top,bake 5-10 more min

The flavors are addictive and the cracker topping just makes it!

A-1 cheese ball

I got this from the same dear friend that does the GARLIC-KY cheese ball.YUM!

1 8 oz pkg cream cheese(softened)
2 TBSP chopped green onions
1 pkg budding beef(chopped)
2 TBSP A-1 steak sauce

mix all ingredients and refrigerate overnight.Roll into ball and serve with crackers.(I've also rolled it in crushed pecans and it was really good)

Pumpkin pudding

I got this recipe from my kids pre-school several years ago.
One of my faves.

2 boxes instant vanilla pudding
4 C cold milk
(prepare pudding as directed)
2/3 canned pumpkin
1 tsp vanilla
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp pumpkin pie spice

Mix all ingredients,chill and enjoy!

Saturday, July 21, 2007

Ramen salad

Ramen nodles~another thing my friends and I used to eat alot,my kids love them now too.
This is definitely a twist on the old fave,I got the recipe from Paula Deens show on food network a few years back.I've only made it once but it was really tasty.

1 head Napa or bok choy cabbage
3 green onions
1 (3-ounce) package ramen noodles with seasoning pack
1 (6-ounce) package slivered almonds
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup sugar
3 tablespoons white vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
Preheat the broiler.

Tear the cabbage and slice the onions, and place in a large salad bowl. Crumble the noodles into a broiler pan, add the almonds, sesame seeds, and broil for 2 minutes, being careful not to scorch the sesame seeds. In a jar with a tight lid, combine the oil, sugar, vinegar, and salt with the contents of the seasoning pack. Cover the jar and shake well to blend the dressing. Pour the dressing over the salad, add the toasted sesame and almond, and toss to combine.

Thursday, July 19, 2007

Winter Pot Roast

The 1st time that I made this my husband and I had only been married about 2 years and he thought I was the just the best cook ever.In truth I had NEVER touched a raw pot roast let alone cooked itI had no clue what I was doing.I don't even remember where I got the recipe from.
I made a loaf of fresh white bread in my bread machine with it(1st time I had used that too) and it was a HUGE hit.
I still make it pretty much the same as I did that 1st time,always make the bread too.It's become a winter time tradition.

1 4-6 lb beef roast (any cut is fine)
1 bag baby carrots
3 potatoes peeled and cubed
1 large onion chopped
2 cans french onion soup
2 cans water
3 TBSP flour
salt an dpepper

put all veggies and 1 can of soup in a large crock pot
rinse roast and pat dry with paper towels,dust with flour,salt and pepper,
place in a hot skillet with 2 tsp canola oil till all sides are brown.(you're not trying to cook the meat just brown the outside)
put roast on top of veggies in crock pot,add the other can of soup and water.Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hrs,high 6-8 hrs.
Serve with fresh bread

Fluffed up scrambled eggs

These are excellent and cheesey!

6 eggs
1/2 C evaporated milk
salt and pepper
1/2 C shredded cheddar
1/4 tsp paprika

add all ingredients except cheese,scramble in a buttered skillet over med-low heat,when almost set add cheese.
My kids put these on toast and eat it.

mmmmmmmmmm!

Sweet Potato Bake

This is another holiday staple

3 C canned yams
1/2 C sugar
1 tsp vanilla
1/2 C milk
1/4 C butter
2 eggs

TOPPING~
1/2 C flour
1/2 C butter~melted
3/4 C lt brown sugar
chopped pecans
mix all ingredients

Mash up yams and add all ingredients.Cook in a 13x9 baking dish and add topping.
Bake at 350 for 45 min

This is really good pasta sauce!

I've made spaghetti sauce a ba-jillion ways but this is the one that made the family say "This is really good!"
I use it for lasagna and baked Ziti too.
It's a little more involved but the taste is so worth it.

1 lb lean ground beef or turkey
1/2 roll of breakfast sausage~HOT( it won't be very hot in the sauce,just a slight kick)
1/2 Vidalia onion~chopped
olive oil
1/2 C sliced portabellos
1 TBSP minced garlic
1 large jar PREGO original
1 tsp oregano
1 tsp basil
splash of red wine(optional,the alcohol cooks off and it really makes the flavor)

saute beef,sausage,onions,and garlic in olive oil till meat is done and brown.Drain most of the grease off,leave a couple spoon fulls for flavor.
in another skillet saute portabellos in olive oil for 6 min,add to beef mixture.
add remaing ingredients and bring to a slight boil,immediately turn down heat and simmer.The longer the better!

This is thick,rich,and FULL of flavor

"On The Cheap" tuna casserole

My friends and I used to make this when we were in our early 20s, none of us had much money so we would throw this together and share it. I bake it now but back then we'd just mix it all up and eat it straight out of the pan.AHHHH,the memories.

1 box family size Mac n cheese
1 can golden mushroom soup
1/2 can milk
1 can tuna in water~(drained and flaked)
1 C shredded cheddar
1/4 C bread crumbs

Make mac n cheese according to directions,add all ingredients except bread crumbs and cheese, transfer to a large baking dish.
Top with cheese and bread crumbs, bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes

Egg sleeping in toast

Another one from my childhood

1 egg
1 pc white bread
1 TBSP butter

melt butter over med heat in a skillet.use a small can or jar lid to make a circle(cut out) in the bread.
Place bread in pan and gently add egg into the circle. Cook for 3-4 min and flip,conitnue cooking till bread has toasted and egg is set.

Homestyle Deviled Eggs

These are just plain good,another family holiday favorite.

1 dozen eggs, hard boiled and de-shelled
2 C mayo
1/4 C mustard
2 tsp grey poupon
2 TBSP sweet relish
dash of tobasco sauce
dash of salt and pepper
paprika

Cut eggs lengthwise and place yolks in a bowl,arrange halves on a plate.
Use fork to mash yolks then add all ingredients.Mix well and place in large ziploc bag. Snip off end and pipe into each egg .
Sprinle with paprika and chill.

Big Egg Sanwich

My mom made this for me when I was a kid every time I was sick. Pure comfort.
I've made this for my husband and kids through the years as well.

1 egg
some butter
slather of mayo
2 slices fresh soft white bread

melt about a TBSP of butter over med heat in a skillet,add egg and whisk around with fork.not to scramble but just to break yolk and spread around.Let set for a min or two and flip. Continue cooking till done,about 3-4 more minutes.
Place on bread,add mayo and be comforted

Garlic Cheese Dip

I got this recipe from an old dear friend years ago and I ate it constantly through my 1st pregnancy! It's the height of garlic-ky but it's addictive! I've tweaked it a bit over the years.

1 8 oz pkg cream cheese~softened
1 tub cracker barrell brand sharp cheddar
3-4 cloves of garlic pressed thru a garlic press
1/8 tsp garlic juice(in the herbs and spices section of the store)

Mix all ingredients and chill.
Serve with crackers or pita chips

WARNING~Do not kiss or breathe in the direction of anyone within 24 hours of eating this dip

Holiday Egg Nog Punch

If you love egg nog this rich punch will be right up your alley.
I've made this for Thanksgiving and Xmas dinner.

1 gallon vanilla ice cream
1 gallon egg nog
1 TBSP rum flavoring
1 tsp nutmeg

mix all ingredients in large punch bowl,sprinkle with nutmeg and serve

Delicious!

Party Punch~

I can not even say how many times I've made this. Always good! (another recipe from my dear friend)

1 tub sherbert(any flavor)
1 2 liter Sprite,7 UP,or ginger ale (they all work fine)
1 bottle white grape juice

combine chilled pop and juice in a large punch bowl,add sherbert in even scoops. Stir periodically till dissolved.

YUM!

Cinnamon Crescents

This is a variation on what my mom makes every Xmas,she uses her leftover pie crust but I RARELY make pies so I do it like this.


1 pkg crescent rolls
1/4 C cinnamon
1/4 C sugar(mix with cinnamon)
1/2 stick butter
chopped wanuts(optional)

Unroll and seperate crescent rolls, sprinkle each with sugar/cinnamom mixture,put a dollop of butter in each one and roll as you would normally.Add a few crushed walnuts if desired.Brush outside with melted butter and sprinkle more sugar/cinnamon mixture on top.
Bake according to pkg directions.

Fall Flapjacks

I make these in the fall and my kids love them,really makes the pancakes special .
Makes the house smell good too!

1 box baking mix
1 tsp nutmeg
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp vanilla

Make pancake batter according to box directions,add other ingredients and mix well.
Fry each pancake in butter till edges are brown and flip.
Serve warm with maple syrup and butter
Sometimes I sprinle with a bit of cinnamon and/or powdered sugar

Lemon Creme Pie

I've made this in the summer and at the holidays,very tasty

1 refrigerated pie crust (from 15-oz box), softened as directed on box
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1 cup milk
1 box (4-serving size) lemon instant pudding and pie filling mix
1/2 cup lemon pie filling (from 15.75-oz can)
1 container (8 oz) frozen (thawed) whipped topping
1 .
Heat oven to 450°F. Make pie crust as directed on box for One-Crust Baked Shell using 9-inch glass pie plate. Bake 9 to 11 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool completely, about 15 minutes.
2 .
In medium bowl, cream cheese with electric mixer on medium speed about 30 seconds or until creamy. Gradually beat in milk until well blended. Add pudding mix; beat about 30 seconds or until smooth. On low speed, beat in pie filling just until blended. Fold 2 1/4 cups whipped topping into pudding mixture.
3 .
Spoon pudding mixture into cooled baked shell. Refrigerate pie at least 2 hours or until set. To serve, cut into wedges.

Crabbies

1 can white flake crab meat
1 jar Old English cheese spread
2 TBSP chopped green onion
2 TBSP mayo
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper

Add 1st 5 ingredients together and mix well.
Seperate biscuits on a greased baking sheet,spread crab mixture on top of each one.
Bake according to biscuit directions

Great appetizer!

Cheesey Broccoli chicken

This came from my mother-in-law,she made it for her kids growing up and it's very rich and filling

4-6 boneless.,skinless breasts
1 can broccoli cheese soup (you can use fat free if you like)
1/4 C milk(mix with soup) 2 % is fine
1 onion chopped
2 TBSP butter
1 C frozen broccoli florets

Melt butter over med heat in an electric skillet or on the stove,add onion and saute for 6-7 minutes. Add chicken and sear on both sides. Top with soup mixture and cook covered for 20 min till chicken is well done. Add broccoli and cover for an additional 10 min.
I top with some seasoned bread crumbs before serving.

Horseradish dip

Great with salmon patties!

1 C light mayo
1 TBSP pure horseradish
squirt of lemon juice

Mix all ingredients and chill for 1 hr

Salmon patties

1 pkg flaked salmon
1 egg
1/4 C bread crumbs
2 TBSP chopped green onion
1/2 tsp paprika
salt and pepper
3 TBSP olive oil
3 TBSP canola oil

Mix all ingedients and form 4-5 patties,fry in oil mixture till brown,approx 7 min each side.
I add a slice of cheese to the top and serve with tarter sauce or horseradish dip

Tater Tot Casserole


1 lb ground beef or turkey

1 can cream of celery soup
1 C 1/2 and 1/2

1 small onion chopped

2 C shredded cheddar

1 bag frozen tater tots


Brown beef with onion and drain,mix in soup and spread in a greased baking dish.

top with 1/2 the cheese,add a tots to the top and sprinle with the rest of the cheese.

Bake at 400 degrees for about 25-30 min till bubbly

Hot Cheese Dip




1 jar Old English cheese spread

2 cups (8 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups mayonnaise
1 medium onion, minced
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained
1-1/2 ounces sliced pepperoni
1/2 cup sliced ripe olives


In a shallow baking dish or pie plate,(I use a quiche dish) combine all the first six ingredients. Top mixture with pepperoni and olives. Bake at 325° about 25 minutes or until bubbly.

Serve with rye chips, crackers of choice or assorted fresh vegetables.

Chicken Noodle Casserole

Chicken Noodle Casserole

1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of shroom soup, undiluted
1/2 sour cream
2 cups cubed cooked chicken(I use canned)
1 small onion, chopped
1/4 cup chopped pimentos
1 cup (4 ounces) velveeta , divided
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
12 ounces medium egg noodles, cooked and drained
1 pkg frozen mixed veggies
1 C seasoned bread crumbs mixed with 1/2 C crushed corn flakes

Mix all ingredients into the noodles(except crumb mixture) and bake at 350 degrees for about 30 min
add bread crumb mixture to top and bake an additional 15 minutes.

Taco Salad

1 lb lean ground beef
1/2 lb ground turkey
1 head lettuce~chopped and washed
3 tomatoes chopped
1 med onion~chopped
1 pkg taco seasoning
1 bottle light ranch dressing
1 can ranch beans
1 bad light nacho doritos~crushed

brown meat,add taco seasoning.and drain
add to lettuce,top with remaining ingredients and toss well. (you will need a good sized bowl for this!) it's best if refrigerated for a few hrs before you eat it.

Creamy Veggie Vermicelli

I used whole wheat pasta,2% milk,and light cream cheese.I also added a few spoons of pine nuts.It really was EXCELLENT!


2 cups fresh broccoli florets
2 cups cut fresh asparagus (1-inch pieces)
1/4 cup butter, cubed
8 ounces uncooked vermicelli
2 packages (3 ounces each) cream cheese, cubed
1 cup milk
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon grated lemon peel

In a large skillet, saute the broccoli and asparagus in butter for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Meanwhile, cook vermicelli according to package directions.In a large saucepan, cook and stir the cream cheese and milk over medium heat until smooth. Add Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper; cook 2 minutes longer or until blended. Remove from the heat.Stir lemon peel into the vegetables. Drain vermicelli; place in a large serving bowl. Add vegetables and cheese sauce; toss to coat.
Serve immediately.

Roll-ups

The perfect little appetizer,I got this from a dear friend years ago and it's never failed me yet!

1 bag flour tortillas
1 container cream cheese
1/4 C green onions(chopped)
2 TBSP mayo
1 pkg Budding brand ham or beef
1.
Mix cream cheese(softened)with mayo and green onions.Spread a light even layer over each tortilla then arrange 2-3 slices of the Budding on top.
2. Roll tortillas into a good tight roll,I usually pop them into the fridge for awhile so they cut easier.Slice off each end about an inch then slice into 1 inch pieces.(use a serrated knife or you'll end up with a squished mess)Arrange flat on plate.Wonderful!

You could make this lower in fat if you use FF cream cheese and mayo,also substiture whole wheat tortillas.Still very good!

BBQ Meatballs

Always a hit

1 pkg frozen meatballs
1 bottle KRAFT original BBQ sauce
1 bag frozen pearl onions
1. Put all ingredients in crock pot and cook on low for 5-6 hrs.Stir every 1/2 hr

This is great for cook-outs,parties,etc

Pierogies~Paris style


Ingredients
5-6 frozen potato and onion pierogies
2 TBSP Olive Oil
3 TBSP fresh spinach~chopped
2 TBSP portabellos~chopped
2 TBSP vidalia onion~chopped
1 TBSP minced garlic
1 TBSP french herbs (Herbs De Provence)
1 tsp light parm cheese


Directions
1. Sautee pierogies in olive oil for 2 min,add all ingredients except cheese.Cover and cook till tender(approx 7-9 min) and pierogies are crispy on outside. (stirring frequently) Add sprinkle of parm cheese.

Very rich and filling but light on fat and calories

Tuscan Chicken


1 Whole fryer chicken or boneless breasts

3 TBSP olive oil

2 TBSP Herbs De Provence (in the spice section at store)

2 TBSP Grey Poupon


Rub chicken with olive oil,rub the seasoning in making sure to coat evenly,add grey poupon and spread all over the chicken

Place on roasting pan (preferably on a rack) for 1 hour at 400 degrees,about 45 min for boneless breasts.


Crispy outside, great flavor!

Wednesday, July 18, 2007

Grandmas Potato Soup

5-6 large potatoes~ cubed
2 TBSP butter
2 TBSP green onion chopped
4 C milk or 1/2 and 1/2
1 C chicken broth
salt and pepper to taste

Use a large dutch oven for this.
Saute potatoes and green onion in butter for about 5-6 minutes,add all ingredients.
Bring to boil then simmer for 20-30 minutes.
This soup is good with rolls or crusty bread.

Simple,but comforting and flavorful

My fresh salsa


3-4 Roma tomatoes (or 1 can plain petite diced tomatoes)
1 large onion (white or red,both are good)
1 jalepeno ~chopped
pepper
1 tsp lime juice
1 TBSP chopped cilantro
pinch of sugar

Add all ingredients in a glass bowl and mix well. It's even better if it sits in the fridge overnight.

My Grandmas Meatloaf

It's simple,straight forward and doesn't get any better. I grew up on this and even remember fighting off brothers,sisters,cousins,and the occasional visitor for the last piece.

2 lb ground beef
5 pieces white bread~torn apart
splash of milk
2 eggs
1 TBSP sweet pickle relish
1 1/2 C Ketchup
3 Large potatoes,peeled and sliced like steak fries

Mix all ingredients except 1/2 C Ketchup and the poataoes in a roasting pan. Add potatoes to side of pan( move the meat around till there is room) Top with remaining Ketchup and bake covered for 45 min at 350 degrees. Uncover and bake an additional 20-25 minutes.

The BEST Potato Casserole

I've seen many ,many versions of this but my dear friend passed this one to me years ago(THANK YOU THANK YOU) and it's seen more parties,showers,and pot lucks than I could say.
I think it deserves the #1 spot here!

I LG Bag of country style frozen hash browns
1 C 1/2 and 1/2
8 0z shredded cheddar
8 oz processed cheese~cubed
6 TBSP butter
salt and pepper to taste
2 C crushed corn flakes

Mix 1st 6 ingredients in a large baking dish, bake 40 minutes at 350 degrees.
Mix and add corn flakes to top. Bake an additional 15 minutes.