Innholdsfortegnelse for Easy Southern Suppers 2013 i Taste of the South

A s you ease into the new year and get back to weekly schedules, let our recipes for easy casseroles, slowcooker meals, soups, and takeout favorites help you get a comforting meal on the table every night. By planning ahead, working smarter in the kitchen, and spending a little extra time prepping for weeknight meals on the weekend, a home-cooked supper can be on your family’s table in no time. Look for our Weekend Work-Ahead ideas and Time- Saving Tips throughout this issue. Preparing a casserole? Double the recipe, and make another one to freeze (see our suggestions on page 9). Need a sweet treat in a hurry? Don’t miss our Sweet & Simple Desserts, starting on page 93. Supper is just a few ingredients away. Happy cooking!…

MENU matchup Hamburger Steaks with Mushroom and Onion Gravy + Cream Cheese and Chive Mashed Potatoes + Garlic Green Beans Weekend Work-Ahead Prepare this recipe through step 1, and freeze patties on a baking sheet until firm. Transfer to a heavy-duty resealable plastic bag, and freeze up to 3 months. HAMBURGER STEAKS WITH MUSHROOM AND ONION GRAVY Yield: 4 servings 2 pounds ground chuck 1⁄2 teaspoon garlic salt 1⁄2 teaspoon ground black pepper, divided 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 medium yellow onion, sliced 1 (8-ounce) package sliced baby portobello mushrooms 2 teaspoons minced fresh garlic 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 (103⁄4-ounce) cans beef consomme 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1. In a medium bowl, combine ground chuck, garlic salt, and 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper, stirring well. Divide mixture into 4 equal portions.…

MEXICAN FAVORITES STEAK FAJITAS Yield: approximately 8 servings 2 pounds skirt steak, thinly sliced against the grain 1 (12-ounce) bottle Mexican beer, such as Corona Juice of 2 limes 4 cloves garlic, minced 4 teaspoons salt, divided 2 teaspoons ground black pepper 1⁄2 teaspoon ground red pepper, optional 1 medium yellow or orange bell pepper, sliced 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced 2 fresh jalapeno peppers, seeded and sliced 1 medium red onion, sliced 1 medium yellow onion, sliced 12 corn tortillas, warmed Avocado slices Fresh cilantro Salsa 1. In a large bowl, combine beef, beer, lime juice, garlic, 2 teaspoons salt, black pepper, and red pepper. Cover, and refrigerate 20 minutes. 2. Meanwhile, heat a large cast-iron grill pan over high heat until very hot. Spray with nonstick cooking…

BLACK BEAN SOUP Yield: 6 to 8 servings 1 pound dried black beans 1 ham hock 2 cups chopped onion 2 cloves garlic, minced 3 (14.5-ounce) cans chicken broth 1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chiles 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1⁄2 teaspoon salt Garnish: sour cream, thinly sliced red onion, chopped green onion, chopped fresh cilantro 1. Sort and wash beans; place beans in a large Dutch oven. Add water to cover by 2 inches. Cover, and let soak overnight. Drain beans, and place in a 4-quart slow cooker. 2. Add ham hock, onion, garlic, broth, tomatoes with green chiles, cumin, and salt, stirring to combine. Cook, covered, on high 5 to 6 hours or on low 8 to 10 hours. 3. To serve, remove and discard ham hock.…

simple salad • spinach • sliced tomatoes • sliced bell pepper • crumbled bacon • Balsamic-Lemon Vinaigrette (page 10) See page 9 for more salad ideas! HAM AND ASPARAGUS CASSEROLE Yield: 8 to 10 servings 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 cup chopped carrot 1 pound fresh asparagus, ends trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms 1 cup frozen green peas 1⁄2 pound hickory-smoked deli ham, thinly sliced and cut into 1⁄2-inch pieces 1 (103⁄4-ounce) can cream of celery soup 1 (103⁄4-ounce) can cream of chicken soup 1 cup sour cream 1⁄2 cup whole milk 1 teaspoon salt 3 cups dried ziti pasta, cooked according to package directions 1 sleeve buttery round crackers, crushed 1⁄4 cup butter, melted 1. Preheat oven to 350°. Spray a 13x9-inch baking dish…

GRILLED S’MORES WITH PECAN BUTTER Yield: 1 serving 2 jumbo marshmallows 1 teaspoon pecan butter, divided 2 (1-ounce) squares milk chocolate 3 graham cracker halves 1. Preheat grill to medium heat (350° to 400°). Place marshmallows on a flame-proof metal skewer. Hold over indirect heat until slightly charred and melting, 1 to 2 minutes. Layer pecan butter, chocolate, and 1 or 2 grilled marshmallows on a graham cracker. Repeat once, topping with remaining graham cracker. Serve immediately. HEAVENLY LAYERED CHOCOLATE DESSERT Yield: approximately 12 servings 1 (15.25-ounce) package chocolate fudge cake mix, such as Betty Crocker 1 large egg 1⁄2 cup butter, softened 1 (3.9-ounce) package instant chocolate fudge pudding mix 2 cups cold whole milk 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened 11⁄2 cups confectioners’ sugar 1 (16-ounce) container frozen…

no Peeking Resist the urge to open the lid of your slow cooker unless necessary. Every time the lid opens, a significant amount of heat is released, and the cooking time increases. The right choice Invest in a slow cooker that meets your family’s needs. If you’re always on the go, get a slow cooker with a lockable lid for toting meals with you. Brown your meat With almost every slow-cooker recipe, the best thing you can do to add flavor, texture, and color is to brown your meat in a skillet before adding it to your slow cooker.…

Speed Buttery Round Crackers When you’re racing the clock to get dinner on the table, nothing’s quicker than crushed crackers tossed with melted butter. (Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole, page 61) Versatility Refrigerated Piecrusts From crowning tiny ramekins to topping cast-iron skillets, premade piecrusts have your favorite casseroles covered. Keep a box in the freezer at all times. (Seafood Pot Pies, page 67) Showmanship Puff Pastry Thanks to flaky layers that crisp up to golden perfection, puff pastry can make a humble casserole look like a million bucks. (Root Vegetable Pot Pie, page 72) Southern Style Cornbread This Southern staple is handsdown the best for sopping up any leftover goodness. (Black- Eyed Pea Casserole, page 65)…

Layered Cube leftover pound cake and layer with sweetened whipped cream and your favorite fruit for a deliciously simple trifle. Toasted Brush slices with melted butter, and toast for a few minutes per side in a nonstick skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Top with your favorite ice cream. Sandwiched Spread thin slices of pound cake with chocolatehazelnut spread or seedless raspberry jam. Top each with another slice, and cut into halves.…