Picnic Casserole

This casserole was born to travel—you don’t even have to light up a campfire! 1 lb lean ground beef 3 medium onions—chopped to make 3 cups 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 cups enchilada sauce 2 teaspoons chili powder 2 cups pitted ripe olives 1 teaspoon fresh ginger-chopped 1—16 ounce can of yellow hominy, drained and […]

Too Easy Cheesy Chicken, Broccoli, and Rice Casserole

This delicious one dish meal is full of flavor and will be cooked in less than 1 hour. The only prep time is for 2 cups of water to boil. Be certain that the chicken is thawed, if previously frozen. 1 box broccoli and cheese flavored rice mix (such as Uncle Ben’s au gratin) 2 […]

Manana Chicken Bake

Makes 8 servings 1/2 tsp. olive oil 1 lb. ground chicken breast, skinless 1 cup onions – chopped 1 cup mushrooms – sliced 1 cup red and green bell peppers – chopped 10 3/4 oz low-fat cream of mushroom soup 3/4 c skim milk 2 tsps. Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp. salt 1/8 tsp. black pepper 3 […]

Italian Sausage Strata

Makes 4 servings 1/2 pound Italian sausages (sweet, hot, or combination) 1/2 cup chopped green pepper 1 medium-size onion, chopped (1/2 cup) 1 can (16 ounces) tomatoes, drained 1/2 loaf Italian bread 3 eggs 2 1/2 cups milk 1 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese Bake at 325° for 1 hour. 1. Remove casing […]

Hot Chicken Salad

6 to 8 slices white bread, crusts removed 3 cups cut-up, cooked chicken 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup green peppers, diced 1 medium onion, diced 1/2 cup chopped celery Salt and pepper to taste 1 1/2 cups Longmont Dairy milk 2 eggs 1 can cream of mushroom soup 1 cup sharp Cheddar cheese, grated Cube […]

Ham and Asparagus Casserole

1 slice white bread 3 3/4 cups uncooked egg noodles 2 1/2 cups (1 1/2-inch) sliced asparagus 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 1 cup milk 1 cup fat-free chicken broth 1 tablespoon butter 3/4 cup finely chopped onion 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 1/2 […]

Golden Garden Vegetable Casserole

Serves 6-8 (3/4 cup servings) 5 cups fresh or frozen mixed vegetables (corn, broccoli, carrots, etc.) 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese 4 large fresh eggs 1 cup whole, low-fat or skim milk 2 tbs. butter, melted 1 tsp. basil 1 tsp. parsley 1/2 tsp. salt 1/4 tbs. ground pepper 1/4 […]

Fast and Fresh Corn and Zucchini Casserole

Serves 4 3 ears fresh corn 1 large zucchini (about 1/2 lb.) 1 large yellow pepper (about 1/2 lb.) 2 Tbsp. butter 3/4 cup finely chopped onions 1/4 cup LDF whipping cream Salt to taste Freshly ground pepper 1/3 cup finely shredded fresh basil 3/4 cup LDF jack cheese Scrape the kernels from the corn. […]

Broccoli Cheese Strata

This recipe, by Chef Jason K. Morse, from Valley Country Club in Aurora, is used with permission from Colorado Proud. 7 slices sourdough bread, cubed into 1″ squares 1 1/2 lbs. ham, diced 2 cups broccoli, blanched, chilled and chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 8 eggs 3/4 cup Longmont Dairy whole milk or half and […]

Reuben Brunch Casserole

With Strawberry Cream Cheese Spread Makes 10 servings 10 slices rye bread cut into 3/4-inch cubes 1 1/2 pounds cooked corned beef 2 1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese (10 ounces) 6 eggs, lightly beaten 3 cups milk 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1. Grease a 13 x 9 x 2-inch glass baking dish. Arrange the bread cubes […]