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Try easy MICROWAVE SLICED BAKED POTATOES Recipe. Step-by-Step. is perfect for busy families. Comes together quickly with a few staple ingredients! INGREDIENTS 4 medium evenly-sized potatoes 1 teaspoon salt 2 -3 tablespoons melted butter 2 -3 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (such as parsley, chives, thyme or sage) or 2 -3 teaspoons dried herbs (or your own choosing) 4 tablespoons grated cheddar cheese 1 1?2 tablespoons parmesan cheese DIRECTIONS Place handle of a spoon or table knife alongside the potato to prevent your knife from slicing all the way. Place potatoes in a micro-safe dish or pan. Sprinkle with melted butter and chopped parsley, chives or sage. Microwave on HIGH power for 10 minutes, rearranging the potatoes after 5 minutes. Let rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with grated cheddar and parmesan cheese. Microwave for another 4 to 6 minutes at HIGH power until cheeses are melted and potatoes are soft. Sprinkle with salt. Serve potatoes as a side dish or as a main dish with

How to Make MICROWAVE RICE PUDDING Recipe. Step-by-Step. is perfect for busy families. Comes together quickly with a few staple ingredients! INGREDIENTS 1?2 - 3?4 cup sugar 2 tablespoons cornstarch 1?4 teaspoon salt 3 cups milk 1 egg 2 -3 cups rice (I use Jasmine!) 2 tablespoons butter 1 teaspoon vanilla DIRECTIONS Make sure the rice is cooked ahead of time. Whisk first 6 ingredients. And raisins if you want, we prefer without ;). Put in microwave and cook 1 - 1 1/2 minutes. Remove and whisk. Put back in microwave for another 1 - 1 1/2 minutes. Remove and whisk. Continue above steps until desired thickness (don't get too thick, you want it a little less thick than desired since it will continue to thicken as it sits). Add butter and vanilla once it's at desired thickness. You can omit butter to save on calories! Add anything else you want (cinnamon, nutmeg, fresh berries if it's cold, etc). Enjoy! by: Chef Bonham

TESTED & PERFECTED MICROWAVE POACHED EGG ON TOAST Recipe. Step-by-Step. is perfect for busy families. Comes together quickly with a few staple ingredients! INGREDIENTS 1 slice bread, toasted 1 large egg butter, to taste salt, to taste pepper, to taste DIRECTIONS Place the toast on a plate, butter it, flatten the middle down with the back of a fork. Crack and carefully pour the egg into the flattened middle of the toast, not allowing it to spill over into the plate. Prick the yolk quickly and carefully with the tines of the fork and bake in the microwave on a turntable for about 1 minute on 60-70% power, until the white is cooked through or desired doneness is achieved. by: Trisha W

How to Make MICROWAVE MASHED POTATOES Recipe. Step-by-Step. is perfect for busy families. Comes together quickly with a few staple ingredients! INGREDIENTS 6 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered (about 2 pounds) 1?2 - 3?4 cup milk 1?4 cup butter salt and pepper DIRECTIONS Rinse peeled and quartered potatoes. Arrange potatoes in medium glass bowl. Cover with plastic wrap. Cook at HIGH for 9 to 10-1/2 minutes; stir once. You can set your kitchen timer for a reminder to stir. Potatoes should be tender. Let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. During this 5 minute standing time, combine milk, butter, salt and pepper in a large glass bowl or 8-cup glass pyrex measuring cup. Cook milk mixture at MEDIUM for 2 to 3 minutes or until hot. Drain potatoes. Add potatoes to the hot milk mixture; mash until smooth. by: foodtvfan

This easy MICROWAVE CORN IN BUTTER SAUCE Recipe. Step-by-Step. is perfect for busy families. Comes together quickly with a few staple ingredients! INGREDIENTS 1 small green onion (about 1/4-1/3 cup) 2 cups frozen corn kernels 1?4 cup butter (no subs!) 1 teaspoon cornstarch 1 teaspoon sugar (or more to suit taste) 1?4 teaspoon dried tarragon 1?2 teaspoon seasoning salt (or use 1/2 teaspoon white salt, or to taste) fresh ground black pepper (to taste) DIRECTIONS In a 1-1/2-quart microwave-safe casserole dish, combine all ingredients; cover with a lid. Microwave on high for 6-7 minutes or until corn is tender and sauce is bubbling, stirring 2 or 3 times. by: Kittencalrecipezazz

TESTED & PERFECTED MICROWAVE CABBAGE SOUP Recipe. Step-by-Step. is perfect for busy families. Comes together quickly with a few staple ingredients! INGREDIENTS 4 cups green cabbage, chopped or shredded finely 3 tablespoons unsalted butter or 3 tablespoons margarine 2 onions, chopped (I use Vidalia sweet onions) 1 bunch scallion, chopped (green & white parts, reserving some of the green for garnish) 1 teaspoon salt 1?2 teaspoon black pepper 1?2 teaspoon granulated sugar 2 (16 ounce) cans chicken broth or (16 ounce) cans vegetable broth 1 cup skim milk, warmed 1 cup shredded carrot (approx 2 carrots) DIRECTIONS You will need a deep, heavy microwave safe cooking dish- such as a round Corningware casserole (no lid). Put butter in casserole and heat for 40 seconds on HIGH heat (or until melted). Add cabbage, onions, scallions, salt, pepper, and sugar. Cook on HIGH 4-6 minutes. Add the broth and cook on HIGH another 15 minutes. Add the warm milk (I remove the soup from the mic

Try easy MEXI-RANCH SALAD DRESSING Recipe. Step-by-Step. is perfect for busy families. Comes together quickly with a few staple ingredients! INGREDIENTS 1?2 cup sour cream 1?2 cup Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Dressing 1?4 cup mild salsa 1 teaspoon taco seasoning salt pepper DIRECTIONS Mix the first 4 ingredients together. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately, or refrigerate for an hour or longer so that the flavor goes through it. Enjoy! by: Jill L. Margaritta

TESTED & PERFECTED MEXICAN WEDDING COOKIES Recipe. Step-by-Step. is perfect for busy families. Comes together quickly with a few staple ingredients! INGREDIENTS 1 cup butter, softened 1 cup powdered sugar 2 cups flour, sifted 1 cup nuts, ground 1 teaspoon vanilla DIRECTIONS Combine all ingredients. Form into 1 1/2" balls. Bake on cookie sheet at 350F for about 10-15 minutes or until set. Roll in additional powdered sugar while still warm. by: truebrit

How to Make MEXICAN TRES LECHE CAKE Recipe. Step-by-Step. is perfect for busy families. Comes together quickly with a few staple ingredients! INGREDIENTS 1 1?2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 cup sugar 1?2 cup unsalted butter, softened 5 eggs 1 1?3 cups milk 1 cup sweetened condensed milk 1 cup evaporated milk 1 tablespoon rum 1 cup heavy cream 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon sugar DIRECTIONS Sift together the flour and baking powder. In another bowl, cream 1 cup of sugar and the butter until well blended. Add the eggs and teaspoon vanilla extract and beat until foamy. Gently fold in the flour mixture, gently mixing until the batter is smooth. Pour into a lightly greased square cake pan and bake in a preheated oven (350F) for 30 minutes; allow cake to cool. Whisk the condensed milk, evaporated milk, milk and rum together until well blended. Pour mixture over the cake. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 3 hours. Whisk the heavy cream until it beg

This easy MEXICAN STYLE HOT PICKLED CARROTS Recipe. Step-by-Step. is perfect for busy families. Comes together quickly with a few staple ingredients! INGREDIENTS 2 lbs carrots, peeled and sliced on the diagonal (1/4 inch thick) 2 yellow onions, peeled and sliced 1 1?2 quarts warm water 7 ounces whole canned jalapeno peppers, with liquid 1 tablespoon dried oregano 6 whole garlic cloves 2 cups cider vinegar 1?4 cup vegetable oil 2 bay leaves 1 tablespoon salt DIRECTIONS Put carrots in a large 3 or 4-quart pot. Add warm water and bring to a boil over high heat. Boil for 5 minutes and then remove from heat. To pot, add the peppers, onions, oregano, garlic, vinegar, bay leaves and salt. Let cool for 2-3 hours. Put in jars and place in refrigerator. These will keep for a week after opening jar. Can also be kept in airtight containers in refrigerator. Makes 8-9 cups. by: dawnie2u

Try easy MEXICAN STACK-UP #RSC Recipe. Step-by-Step. is perfect for busy families. Comes together quickly with a few staple ingredients! INGREDIENTS 1 poblano pepper Reynolds Wrap Foil 2 tablespoons olive oil 4 green onions, sliced thinly 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1 1?2 lbs ground beef 3 1?2 - 4 tablespoons taco seasoning mix, to your taste 1 pinch cayenne pepper 1 cup canned black beans, drained 2?3 cup corn kernel, fresh 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature 1?3 cup chicken stock 2 tablespoons chives 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped salt and pepper 8 corn tortillas 1 1?2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated 1 1?2 cups monterey jack cheese, grated GARNISHES sour cream green onion, sliced black olives, sliced jalapeno, sliced DIRECTIONS Preheat broiler to high broil. Set the rack 6 inches from the heating element. Place the poblano pepper on a baking sheet and broil for 4 minutes on each side, or until the skin is blistered and rising up.Watch closely so you don't s

How to Make MEXICAN SALAD Recipe. Step-by-Step. is perfect for busy families. Comes together quickly with a few staple ingredients! INGREDIENTS 1 head iceberg lettuce 1?2 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese (2 ounces) 1?2 cup chopped green onion 1?2 cup sliced ripe olives (I use black) 4 tomatoes, sliced 1 cup crushed tortilla chips AVOCADO DRESSING 1 avocado, mashed 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1?2 cup sour cream (4 ounces) 1?2 cup vegetable oil 1?2 teaspoon sugar 1?2 teaspoon garlic salt 1?2 teaspoon chili powder DIRECTIONS Tear lettuce into bite size pieces. Combine lettuce, cheese, onions, olives and tomatoes in a salad bowl. To make dressing, combine avocado, lemon juice, sour cream, oil, sugar, garlic salt and chili powder and mix until smooth. This may be done in a blender. Toss salad and dressing and add crushed chips last. by: keen5

How to Make MEXICAN RED RICE Recipe. Step-by-Step. is perfect for busy families. Comes together quickly with a few staple ingredients! INGREDIENTS 1 cup uncooked rice (not instant rice) 2 tablespoons oil 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 medium white onion, chopped 2 ripe plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce 1 cup chicken broth or 1 cup beef broth 1 tablespoon chili powder 3?4 teaspoon salt DIRECTIONS Heat the oil in a heavy skillet. Add the rice and stir over medium-high heat until rice is golden brown. Add the garlic and chopped onion, and saut until the onion just begins to brown. Add the tomatoes, tomato sauce, chicken broth, chili powder and salt, lower heat and cover. Simmer for 20 to 25 minutes until all liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and allow to sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and serve. by: Jessica K