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Yum! That’s the only response you’ll get from your friends and family when they try this super-supper!

Ingredients:

* 12 ounces uncooked spaghetti
* 1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
* 1 large onion, chopped
* 2 garlic cloves, minced
* 2 cans (15 ounces each) Italian tomato sauce
* 3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
* 1 tablespoon dried oregano
* 4 cups (32 ounces) 1% cottage cheese
* 2-1/2 cups (10 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
* 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided

Directions:

* Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook the beef, onion and garlic until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the tomato sauce, parsley and oregano; heat through.
* In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese, 2 cups mozzarella cheese and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese. Drain the spaghetti.
* Spread 1 cup meat sauce into a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Layer with half of the spaghetti, cheese mixture and remaining meat sauce. Repeat layers (dish will be full).
* Cover and bake at 350° for 45 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. Bake 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through and cheese is melted.

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Ingredients:

* 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
* 1 3/4 pounds beef tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
* 1 large onion, chopped
* 1 large carrot, chopped
* 2 garlic cloves, chopped
* 1 tablespoon paprika
* 2 teaspoons ground cumin
* 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
* 2 cups beef broth
* 1/2 cup halved pitted Kalamata olives
* 1/2 cup golden raisins
* 1 15-ounce can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained
* 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
* 1 teaspoon lemon peel

Directions:

Heat 2 tablespoons oil in heavy large saucepan over medium-high heat. Sprinkle beef with salt and pepper. Working in batches, add beef to pan and brown on all sides, about 3 minutes per batch. Transfer to plate. Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil, onion, carrot, and garlic to pan. Cook until vegetables are soft, stirring frequently, about 10 minutes. Add spices; stir 1 minute. Add broth, olives, raisins, garbanzo beans, and cilantro; bring to boil. Simmer until juices thicken, about 5 minutes. Add beef and any accumulated juices and lemon peel to pan. Stir to warm through and serve.

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thanksgiving

Everyone knows that this time of year can be stressful. Cooking the turkey is always a major feat. Many people get very confused when it comes to preparing a turkey. In this article I have included some tips and some info on how to make your holiday dinner a snap. I use an electric roaster for my turkey, which makes it simple, easy to clean and does not heat the whole house up and makes space in your even for side dishes.

First!

How long to cook? Preheat the oven to 325o, then place the bird in the oven to roast for 15 – 20 minutes per pound.

How big a turkey? You’ll need 1 1/2 pounds of turkey per person if you’re buying the whole bird, fresh or frozen.

It’s always best to go bigger. (After all, there are at least 50 ways to serve your turkey leftovers, including a winter store of turkey soup.)

How to Make Turkey Stuffing:

* Rule of thumb – allow about 3/4 cup of stuffing per pound of turkey. Double that amount and bake extra stuffing on the side in a casserole dish.
* Avoid the temptation to over stuff around the neck and cavity. Stuffing expands while cooking.
* Food safety experts advise to stuff the bird immediately before roasting time. Turkey juices may spoil the stuffing, even if refrigerated.

Which wine with turkey?

If you and your guests prefer dry white wines, dry and oakey Chardonnay is the favorite choice with turkey depending on the particular tastes of your family and guests. Sauvignon Blanc or a White Burgundy are also good all-around choices that pair well with everything from mashed turnips to turkey stuffing. Red or white or even blush can go with poultry, so choose something you like.

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Here are my favorite cocktails for the season!

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Pumpkin Pie

* 1 part kahlua
* 1 part spiced pumpkin pie filling
* 2 parts coconut rum
* 4 parts cold milk
* 6 ice cubes
* Garnish with cinnamon

Put everything but the cinnamon in a blender. Mix on high. Serve in graham cracker crust highball glasses and sprinkle the top with cinnamon.

Smashing Pumpkin Spice

* 1 part Goldschlager
* 1 part Irish Crème
* 1 part Kahlua
* Cinnamon candies
* Sprinkle pumpkin pie spice

Drop 3-4 cinnamon candies in the bottom of a martini glass. Mix the Goldschlager, Irish Crème, and Kahlua in a martini shaker with ice. Strain into a martini glass and sprinkle pumpkin pie spice on top.

eggnog

Gingersnap

* ½ part ginger brandy
* 1 part spiced rum
* 4 parts eggnog
* Crumbled gingersnaps

Put your gingersnaps in a blender and grind until you have cookie crumbs. Use the cookies to rim highball glasses. Mix the eggnog, rum, and brandy in your glasses. Serve with an intact gingersnap for dunking.

Turkey Shooter

* 3 parts Wild Turkey
* 1 part crème de methe

Chill both ingredients. Pour the Wild Turkey into a brandy snifter then carefully float the crème de methe on top. The whiskey will warm you up while the mint flavor keeps you cool.

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Hope you find this useful!
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This is a great way to easily plan meals. A very good friend sent this to me, and it works great. Included are the instructions for use! Great for busy families!

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