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I found this recipe on allrecipes.com. They were very tasty. I made them into sandwiches with melted chocolate between the two cookies. 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, softened 1 cup white sugar 2 egg yolks 2 tablespoons water 3 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 pinch salt 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 2 egg whites 2 tablespoons water Cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the egg yolks, 2 tablespoons water, flour, salt and vanilla. Chill the dough. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C). Fill the cookie press and shape the cookies on an ungreased baking sheet. Brush the top of each cookie with the egg whites mixed with 2 tablespoons of the water. Decorate as desired. Bake at 400 degrees F (205 degrees C) until the cookies are golden brown on top, about 10 minutes.

from Fix Freeze and Feast - makes three batches 6 lbs chicken breast 2 c honey 1 c spicy brown mustard 3/4 c olive oil 1 T salt 1 T granulated garlic 1 T black pepper 3 C panko 1.5 C pecans, finely ground So I know these are called Pecan crusted chicken strips, but I didn't have pecans handy so I just used Panko crumbs and it was still fantastic. I tried these two different ways so far - pan fried and baked in the oven. I thought the pan fried method resulted in a much moister chicken. When I pan fry I brown on both sides with a small amount of oil. Then I add the marinade to the pan that is in the bag and simmer for at least 20 minutes. I know your first instinct with adding the marinade is that it was with the raw meat, but the simmering makes it all okay. This recipe is one of my new favorites.

Just made this. Started it early this morning. It cooked all day while I was at work. When I got home I took the pork roast out, drained the liquid left, returned meat to pot and added bbq sauce. Wow it is sooo good. 1 pork shoulder (make sure the piece of pork will fit into your slow cooker) 1/4 cup of water salt and pepper barbecue sauce The secret ingredient: patience, as time really is the key to success for this southern delicacy! Add the Pork to the Crockpot. First, warm your slower cooker for approximately 15 minutes before placing the piece of pork inside. Salt and pepper the meat and pour 1/4 cup of water in the slow cooker. Turn the temperature to high for one hour. After time has past, turn the heat down to low for approximately seven to nine hours. Keep the Crockpot Covered. Throughout the cooking process, try to resist taking too many peeks under the lid of the slow cooker, unless to check the liquid level, and to add a quarter cup at a time if needed. Each glimps

Who knew that you can make microwave popcorn by putting popping corn into a paper bag?  It is fantastic.  I added a small amount of butter flavored oil.  I do not think the oil was necessary but I had a hard time accepting that.   Okay so that may not be a recipe but it's too good of a find to pass up!

This one is not as good as the others. Perhaps the grill would be a good way to cook this one too. Since it was winter, I tried broiling and it was not as good this way. But it had potential. 6 lbs pork chops 1 1/2 c. pale ale, or other light beer 1/2 c ketchup 1/4 c. brown sugar 1/4 c. white balsamic vinegar 1/4 c. dijon mustard 2 t. minced garlic 1/2 t. black pepper Divide pork chops into two gallon-sized freezer bags. Whisk together beer, ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar and mustard into bowl. Divide marinade into bags. into each bag, measure 1 tsp garlic and 1/4 tsp pepper. Seal and freeze. Cook on grill.

This was very very good broiled.  Have not tried it on the grill yet but expect that it would be good that way too. 6 lbs.  pork chops 1 c. olive oil 1/2 c balsamic vinegar 1/4 c. soy sauce 1/4 c. lemon juice 2 T honey 3 t. minced garlic 3 t. dried basil 2 1/4 t black pepper Divide pork chops into three gallon-sized bags.  Whisk together oil, vinegar, soy, lemon juice and honey.  Divide among three bags.  Into each bag, measure 1 t garlic, 1 t. basil and 3/4 t pepper.  Seal and freeze. To cook entree: Either cook on grill or broil.  To broil, place chops on an ungreased broiler pan.  Broil under high heat, five inches from the heat source, turning frequently for 15 to 18 minutes or until thermometer reads 160 degrees.

Very very good. Again, like their other recipes, I prefer more of the marinade to the mixture. Good over salads. 6 lbs chicken 3/4 c. soy sauce 1/2 c. bottled margarita mix 3 T tequila 3 T lime juice 1 T dry mustard 3 T minced garlic (about 9 cloves) Divide chicken into three gallon-sized bags. Combine soy sauce, margarita mix, tequila, lime juice, mustard into a bowl. Divide marinade evenly among three bags. To each bag, add 1 teaspoon minced garlic. Seal and freeze. To cook entree:  Either grill until cooked through or broil chicken that has been cut into strips.

Chris absolutely loved this one. It was very very tasty. It is also very good with the chicken cut into strips and rolled into flour. Once chicken is browned on both sides, add some of the maranade and cook. Very tasty. Good on salads too. 6 lbs chicken 1 1/2 c dark rum 3/4 c bbq sauce 2/3 c lime juice 3 T molasses 3 T hot pepper sauce 2 T Vegetable oil 1 T salt Rinse and trim chicken. Divide evenly among three gallon sized freezer bags. Combine rum, BBQ sauce, lime juice, molasses, hot pepper sauce, oil and salt in a large bowl. Divide marinade among the three bags. Seal and freeze. To Cook Entree: Completely thaw one bag. Grill chicken until cooked through.

I have made these multiple times and have had varied success.  I think the best was with them broiled.  One of the two times I broiled them they created much smoke in the house setting the smoke alarm off.  But, the broiling created a charred sweet edge that is delicious! 1 tray (6-8 pounds or 12 chops) pork loin or chops, boneless or bone-in 1 cup jalapeno pepper jelly, such as Tabasco brand 2 tablespoons brown mustard 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme 3 one-gallon freezer bags, labeled Rinse and divide chops evenly among the freezer bags.  Whisk together pepper jelly, mustard, vinegar, oil, and thyme. Divide marinade evenly over the chops.  Seal and Freeze To Make: Completely thaw.  Grill or broil until thickest part of the pork is 160 degrees, about 15 to 18 minutes for chops, 23-25 minutes for pork loin.

1 tray (~6 lbs) boneless, skinless chicken half-breasts 1 cup packed brown sugar 1 cup soy sauce 1/4 cup lime juice 1/2 tsp curry powder 3 tbsp minced garlic (about 25 cloves) 2 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes 3 one-gallon freezer bags, labeled 2 tsp peanut oil Rinse & trim chicken as desired. Divide chicken evenly among the three freezer bags. Combine the brown sugar, soy sauce, lime juice, and curry powder in a medium bowl. Divide marinade evenly over the chicken. Measure 1 tbsp minced garlic and 3/4 tsp crushed red pepper into each bag. Seal and freeze. For Indoor Cooking: Completely thaw one entree in the refrigerator. Cut marinated chicken into 1/2-inch strips. Heat the oil in a wok or large skillet. Stir-fry chicken over medium heat for about 25 minutes, or until pieces pull apart easily and are no longer pink in the center. Serve with soba noodles or rice and sweet Asian coleslaw. Another method of cooking that was very tasty was cutting the chicken breast into strips o

This is another freezer meal. Not bad. Loved the mango in the dish. Actually tasted more like pineapple than mango but very good. Chicken is good leftover wrapped in a tortilla. From "Fix, Freeze, Feast" by Kati Neville and Lindsay Tkacsik Makes 4 entrees, 4 servings each 1 tray (about 6 pounds) boneless, skinless chicken half-breasts 1/2 cup chopped dried mango (about 4 ounces) 1/4 cup dried cranberries 2/3 cup boiling water 2 (9-ounce) jars mango chutney (about 2 cups) 1/2 cup rice vinegar 1/4 cup minced onion 1 tablespoon minced garlic (about 9 cloves) 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil 1 tablespoon curry powder 4 (1-gallon) freezer bags, labeled Rinse and trim chicken and cut into bite-size strips. Divide the chicken evenly among the four 1-gallon freezer bags. Place mango and cranberries in a medium bowl and cover with boiling water; stir. Add chutney, vinegar, onion, garlic, sesame oil and curry powder; stir. Divide cooled sauce evenly over the chicken. Seal and freeze.

This is a new twist on meatloaf.  When my mom made it, it was delicious.  When I made it, it was not as good.   It is worth a try if you are looking for a new twist on meatloaf. 2# ground chicken 2 large stalks celery cut fine 1/2 cup chopped onion a generous 1/2 tsp sage 1 1/2 tsp salt 2 eggs 1/4 cup bread crumbs 1/2 cup dried cranberries Mix all ingredients well. Place in 8x8 pan and bake at 325 until internal temperature is 160 degrees. A pan of hot water in the oven the meatloaf will keep the top from cracking. I have a lot more recipes to try so there's more to come...