Recipe of the Day: Zucchini Parmesan

Zucchini Parmesan

Ingredients
4 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 to 1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions
In a large skillet, saute zucchini in oil until crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer.

Stir in the tomatoes, seasoned salt and pepper. Simmer, uncovered, for 9-10 minutes or until liquid is evaporated. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Serve with a slotted spoon. Yield: 6 servings.

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Recipe of the Day: Cheese Tortellini Primavera

Cheese Tortellini Primavera

Ingredients
4 cups fresh broccoli florets
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons water, divided
1/2 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces
1 package (20 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed chicken broth, undiluted
1 medium sweet orange or yellow pepper
1 medium zucchini
1 medium yellow summer squash
3 tablespoons butter
3 green onions, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
Additional freshly grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Directions
In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine broccoli and 1/4 cup water; microwave, covered, on high for 2-3 minutes or until tender. Cool slightly; drain. Repeat with asparagus and remaining water.

Cook tortellini according to package directions; drain. In a small bowl, whisk flour and broth until smooth.

Cut orange pepper, zucchini and yellow squash into 1/4-in.-thick strips. In a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add vegetable strips; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or just until crisp-tender. Add green onions and garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir broth mixture to combine; stir into vegetables. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 1-2 minutes or until sauce is slightly thickened, stirring occasionally.

Add broccoli, asparagus, tortellini, 1/2 cup cheese, pepper and salt; heat through, tossing gently to combine. If desired, serve with additional cheese. Yield: 6 servings.

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Recipe of the Day: Slow Cooker Creamed Corn with Bacon

Slow Cooker Creamed Corn with Bacon

Ingredients
10 cups frozen corn (about 50 ounces), thawed
3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, cubed
1/2 cup 2% milk
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 Jones Dairy Farm Dry-Aged Bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
Chopped green onions

Directions
In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the first eight ingredients. Cook, covered, on low 4-5 hours or until heated through. Stir just before serving. Sprinkle with bacon and green onions. Yield: 20 servings (1/2 cup each).

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Recipe of the Day: Cheesy Cheddar Broccoli Casserole

Ingredients
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 cup (8 ounces) sour cream
1-1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
1 can (6 ounces) french-fried onions, divided
2 packages (16 ounces each) frozen broccoli florets, thawed

Directions
Preheat oven to 325°. In a large saucepan, combine soup, sour cream, 1 cup cheese and 1-1/4 cups onions; heat through over medium heat, stirring until blended, 4-5 minutes. Stir in broccoli. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish.

Bake, uncovered, until bubbly, 25-30 minutes. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese and onions. Bake until cheese is melted, 10-15 minutes. Yield: 8 servings.

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Recipe of the Day: Asparagus Ham Dinner

Asparagus Ham Dinner

Ingredients
2 cups uncooked corkscrew or spiral pasta
3/4 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium sweet yellow pepper, julienned
1 tablespoon olive oil
6 medium tomatoes, diced
6 ounces boneless fully cooked ham, cubed
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Directions
Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, saute asparagus and yellow pepper in oil until crisp-tender. Add tomatoes and ham; heat through. Drain pasta; add to vegetable mixture. Stir in parsley and seasonings. Sprinkle with cheese. Yield: 6 servings.

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Recipe of the Day: Roasted Vegetable Strata

Roasted Vegetable Strata

Ingredients
3 large zucchini, halved lengthwise and cut into 3/4-inch slices
1 each medium red, yellow and orange peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1 medium tomato, chopped
1 loaf (1 pound) unsliced crusty Italian bread
1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded Asiago cheese
6 large eggs
2 cups fat-free milk

Directions
Preheat oven to 400°. Toss zucchini and peppers with oil and seasonings; transfer to a 15x10x1-in. pan. Roast until tender, 25-30 minutes, stirring once. Stir in tomato; cool slightly.

Trim ends from bread; cut bread into 1-in. slices. In a greased 13×9-in. baking dish, layer half of each of the following: bread, roasted vegetables and cheeses. Repeat layers. Whisk together eggs and milk; pour evenly over top. Refrigerate, covered, 6 hours or overnight.

Preheat oven to 375°. Remove casserole from refrigerator while oven heats. Bake, uncovered, until golden brown, 40-50 minutes. Let stand 5-10 minutes before cutting.

Freeze option: Cover and freeze unbaked casserole. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 375°. Bake casserole as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°. Yield: 8 servings.

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Recipe of the Day: Cheddar Creamed Corn

Cheddar Creamed Corn

Ingredients
2 packages (one 16 ounces, one 12 ounces) frozen corn, thawed
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Directions
In a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients. Cook, covered, on low 3 to 3-1/2 hours or until cheese is melted and corn is tender. Stir just before serving. Yield: 9 servings.

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