Recipe Roundup

Here is a roundup of new recipes I have made over the last week:

Cheesy Taco Pasta

16 oz whole wheat pasta (I used a rotini)
1 lb ground turkey
1 packet reduced sodium taco seasoning (I just used the one I keep made up)
1 1/2 cup chunky salsa
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup sour cream
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
3/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (I didn't use this, just used regular cheddar)

Cook pasta according to directions.

While pasta is cooking, brown turkey in a large skillet, braking up as it cooks.  Drain any fat from the pan.  Add the taco seasoning, salsa, and water.  Reduce heat to simmer.  Simmer for 5 minutes.

Once the pasta is done, drain and add to the turkey mixture.  Add the sour cream, cheese, salt, and pepper.  Stir to combine.  Remove from heat and serve immediately.

This was REALLY good and heated up well on leftover night.

This Cheesy Skillet Scalloped Corn was DELICIOUS!  I followed the directions and oh my goodness! Everyone loved it.  It heats up well too!

Zucchini with Bacon
from Southern Plate

4 small to medium zucchini
3 slices of bacon
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice

Cut each zucchini lengthwise into quarters, then cut in half crosswise.

In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp.  Remove bacon, let cook and crumble.  Reserve 1 tablespoon bacon fat in the pan.

Add zucchini to skillet: cook, turning occasionally, over medium-high heat until light brown, about 2 minutes.  Add broth, salt, and pepper.  Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook until tender, about 8-10 minutes.  Drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with bacon.

I didn't use the lemon juice because I didn't have it.  The kids hated this (I think they have an aversion to zucchini).  Brian and I liked it though.

Beef and Hash Brown Casserole
from Southern Plate

I haven't made this yet, it's on the menu for tonight.  Thought I would share early.

1 30 oz bag frozen shredded hash brown potatoes
1 tsp. salt, divided
1 pound ground beef (I will use turkey)
1 cup frozen vegetable seasoning blend (celery, bell pepper, and onion)
1 26oz jar pasta sauce
2 cups shredded cheddar and mozzarella blend

Preheat oven to 375.  Spray a 13x9 inch dish with cooking spray.

Layer half of potatoes in bottom of dish; sprinkle with 1/2 tsp salt.  Bake for 10-15 minutes.

Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook ground beef and seasoning blend over medium-high heat until beef is browned and crumbly; drain.

Spoon beef mixture over baked potatoes in dish.  Top with remaining potatoes; sprinkle with remaining 1/2 tsp. salt.  Spread pasta sauce over potatoes.

Cover and bake for 20 minutes.  Uncover and top with cheese.  Bake until cheese melts, 10-15 minutes more.

I think that's it!