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SANDRA'S TERRIFIC TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE

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A quick and easy go-to meal made with ingredients most have on hand, and it's deliciously addicting...   Servings: (6-8) Prep: 20 Mins. Bake: 35 Mins. INGREDIENTS Pasta: 1 (12-oz. bag) wide-egg noodles cooked according to pkg directions, but to al dente for about 5 minutes, drain Filling: 2 TB mazola oil 1/2 cup diced yellow onion 1/4 cup diced celery 1/4 cup finely diced carrots Assembled and ready for the oven... 1 (4-oz can) sliced mushrooms, drained 1/2 teaspoon garlic granules 1/2 teaspoon onion granules 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1/2 teaspoon Johnny's Seasoning 1/4 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning --1/4 cup frozen peas Sauce: 1 (10.5-oz can) cream of mushroom soup 1 (7-oz can) albacore tuna packed in water, do not drain - however break up pieces 3/4 cup mayonnaise 1 cup 2% milk 3/4 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese 1 TB worcestershire 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1 TB dried parsley Topping: 13 ritz crackers, crushed 1 TB shredded parmesan 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter METH...

SANDRA'S BEST ALASKAN SALMON DIP/SPREAD

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A go-to appetizer that is a family favorite which you are able to use with salmon (as I did here), or sub the salmon for cooked halibut, dungeness or tanner crab, or minced clams... --for king crab which is richer here's the link for that recipe  https://sandrarecipeblogsite.blogspot.com/2017/07/sandras-famous-alaskan-king-crab-dip.html#.WYAQGoTyvDc... Yield: (1-1/2 cups) Prep: 10 mins. INGREDIENTS 1 cup (about 2 fillets) prepared cooked, regular or smoked salmon, flaked (no bones or skin) --do not use lox-- 1/4 cup whipped cream cheese 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 1/2 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon worcestershire 1/4 teaspoon granulated garlic 1/4 teaspoon granulated onion 1/2 teaspoon old bay seasoning 1/4 teaspoon seasoning salt 1/4 teaspoon ground paprika Pinch of ground cayenne Pinch of freshly ground black pepper Serving options: --crackers --whole wheat bread slices quartered --cucumber slices --celery stocks --toasted baguette slices Garnish options: --Green...

SANDRA'S HOMEMADE FRENCH BREAD

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Its crisp-crunchy crust, perfect center and phenomenal flavor makes this French Bread the only recipe you'll ever end up using! That glistening crust is from the egg whites, not oil = healthier bonus... Yields: (1 Loaf) Prep 20 Mins. 1st Rise Dough: 30 Mins. Rolling: 10 Mins. 2nd Rise Loaf: 40 Mins. Bake 40 Mins. Cool Loaf: 20 Mins. INGREDIENTS 1 cup warm water 3 teaspoons active dry yeast 1 teaspoon granulated sugar 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus 1/2 teaspoon more for oiling bowl 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon table salt --1 large egg, white only METHOD In the bowl of a stand mixer, add warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let proof/bloom for 10 minutes. Add 2 tablespoons olive oil, flour and salt, and use the dough hook on low speed to beat until well blended. Increase the speed to medium, the let the stand mixer knead the dough about 8 to 10 minutes total. Shape into a ball. Wipe a large bowl with 1/2 teaspoon olive oil, place dough in the bowl, and turn once to ensure dough is ...

SANDRA'S CHEESY SCALLOPED POTATOES with BACON

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This incredible scalloped potato side dish is a brilliant addition to any main course year-round... Servings: (6) Prep: 15 Mins. Cook: 15 Mins. Bake: 50 to 60 Mins. Set: 10 Mins. INGREDIENTS 2 slices bacon, sliced into strips, browned and crumbled Sauce: 1/4 yellow onion, chopped 1/4 teaspoon granulated garlic 1 TB Flour 1 to 1-1/2 cups milk 1/4 cup shredded Mexican-blend cheese 6 russet potatoes, peeled and sliced 1/8" wide Topping: 1/4 cup shredded sharp Wisconsin cheddar cheese 1/4 cup shredded dubliner cheese (at Costco) METHOD Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a glass 8x8x2" baking dish; set aside. Heat a medium skillet to medium-high. Brown the bacon, then remove to a paper towel-lined plate, while reserving drippings.  Add the onion to the skillet and saut� until translucent, about 5 minutes.  Reduce the heat to medium, add the flour and let cook for 1 minute.  Pour in milk and bring to a simmer, just until sauce thickens.  Remove from heat and add the 1/4 cu...

MAX'S ALASKAN MOOSE-SWEET ITALIAN SAUSAGE SPAGHETTI

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A comfort-food dish that you and your family are bound to love as much as my husband Max and I do... Servings (8 to 10) Prep: 20 Mins. Cook: 2 Hrs. INGREDIENTS: Sauce: 1 lb (or so) moose, venison, or beef burger 1 lb (or so) ground Johnsonville Sweet Italian Sausage 3 ribs celery, finely chopped 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped 1/2 of a large red bell pepper, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 (29-oz can) tomato sauce, plus --1 (16-oz. can) tomato sauce 1 (16-oz. can) Italian Stewed Tomatoes, do not drain but chop tomatoes 3 to 4 tablespoons honey, to taste 1 tablespoon dried sweet basil 1 tablespoon dried parsley, or a small bunch of chopped fresh parsley 1 tablespoon dried Italian herb seasoning Finish: --Balsamic Vinegar Serve with: --12 oz. prepared thin spaghetti, according to package directions --Freshly grated parmesan --Loaf of prepared garlic bread METHOD In a large, heavy-bottom pot, brown the burger and sausage, then drain. Add the remaining ingredients, in the ord...

SANDRA'S ALASKAN AMBER BEER BATTER CLAM FRITTERS

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A crazy-good clam fritter recipe I created for lunch today! It's like a party in your mouth, really... Yields: 16 to 18 fritters Prep: 10 Mins. Cook: 4 to 5 Mins. INGREDIENTS: 1 cup raw, minced clams (fresh, or thawed if frozen) that were soaked and cleaned (do not drain) 1 cup all-purpose flour Locally brewed Alaskan Amber... 1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda 1/2 teaspoon old bay seasoning' 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon onion powder 1/4 teaspoon sea salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley 2 tablespoons fresh-squeezed lemon juice (from 1 fresh lemon) 1/3 cup Alaskan Amber Beer 1 large egg, beaten Vegetable oil for deep frying Servings options: --Fresh lemon wedges -- Sandra's Homemade Tarter Sauce (I made the dill version) --Steamed fresh broccoli --Steamed rice METHOD Preheat oven to 225 degrees (warm). Place in oven a foil-line baking sheet topped with a wire baking rack.  Also, set a paper towel-lined aside on counter top. In a med...

SANDRA'S PUMPKIN TOFFEE OAT COOKIES

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An amazing combination of ingredients all rolled into once terrific cookie recipe,  you're going to love, love these yummy morsels! Yields: (Appx 5 doz) Prep: 15 Mins. Bake: 10 to 12 Mins. INGREDIENTS Wet 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature 1 cup granulated sugar 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed 2 large eggs 1 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Dry 1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour 1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon double-acting baking powder Pinch of salt Additions 3 cups quick-cooking oats 1/4 cup toffee bits METHOD Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line a couple of baking sheets with silpats or parchment paper. In the bowl of a stand mixer using the paddle, cream butter, and sugars until light and fluffy for a few minutes. Scrape down sides of bowl and add eggs, pumpkin puree and vanilla extract; beat until combined. Place a sieve over mixing bowl of...

SANDRA'S UNBELIEVABLE BANANA GLAZED BARS

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Full-flavored, light and moist dessert that will, without a doubt, keep you coming back for more... Servings: (36 small or 18 large bars) Prep: 10 Mins. Bake: 20 � 22 Mins. INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup (1 cube) unsalted butter, at room temperature 1-1/2 cups granulated sugar � cup dark brown sugar, slightly packed 3 large eggs 1-1/2 cups (3 medium) ripe bananas, mashed 1-1/2 teaspoon  vanilla extract 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon double-acting baking powder (or regular) 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg Pinch of table salt ICING: 1 (small 4 oz. pkg.) cream cheese, at room temperature 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature 2 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted through a sieve 1 teaspoon  vanilla extract 1-2 teaspoons water (approximate, to your desired consistency) METHOD Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Spray a 15x10x1� rimmed baking sheet, lined with parchment paper then spray top of parchment paper as well...

SANDRA'S PECAN MEXICAN WEDDING COOKIES

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Melt in your mouth cookies that are superbly airy and tender� Yields: 32 cookies Prep: 10 Mins. Bake: 12 Mins. Melt in your mouth cookies that are superbly airy and tender� INGREDIENTS 2 sticks unsalted butter, at room temperature 2-1/2 cups confectioners� sugar, divided 1 teaspoon bourbon-vanilla extract (or regular vanilla extract ) 2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted Pinch of fine-grain sea salt 2 cups pecans, very finely chopped METHOD Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Set aside a couple of baking sheets lined with parchment paper or Silpat liners. With an electric or stand mixer, beat butter, 1/2 cup confectioners� sugar, and bourbon-vanilla extract , until pale yellow and fluffy. Add sifted flour, salt and nuts to batter; and mix to incorporate (if using a hand mixer, you may want to use a spoon at this point), ensuring to scrape sides of bowl. Roll dough into 1" balls. Place on ungreased, lined baking sheets. Bake 12 minutes, until lightly golden. While hot, roll in remaining 1-1/...

SANDRA'S RAVISHING RHUBARB-RASPBERRY-PINEAPPLE PIE

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Just pulled this jewel of a pie (made from the bounty of my garden this summer) out of the oven as the hubs pulls in the driveway... Servings: (8) Prep: 30 Mins. Par-cook filling: 20 Mins. Bake: 1 hr. INGREDIENTS: Bottom Crust: 1 (10") prepared pie crust (store-bought, or Sandra's Homemade Pie Crust Recipe ) Filling: 4 cups frozen rhubarb, thawed, drained, and cut into 1/2" pieces 1 cup frozen raspberries, unthawed 1 (8 oz) can, crushed pineapple, with juices 1/4 cup raisins 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup granulated sugar 2 teaspoons bourbon vanilla extract (or regular vanilla extract ) 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger Pinch of fine-grain sea salt Crumble topping: 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 3 tablespoons brown sugar 3 tablespoons granulated sugar 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 cup chopped walnuts 4 tablespoons butter, melted METHOD: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Set aside a 10...