Tomato Zucchini Stew

Tomato Zucchini Stew 3 Tbsp cooking oil 1 large onion (diced) 2 stalks of celery (diced) 3 small zucchini (shredded) 2 lbs tomatoes (diced small) 1 cup good tomato paste chives for garnish In a large stock pot over medium heat, saute onion, celery, and zucchini in oil, until vegetables soften slightly. Combine tomatoes and … Read more

Classic Gazpacho

Classic Gazpacho 2 ripe tomatoes (diced small (capture the juice)) 2 young fresh cucumbers (seedless or seeds removed, peeled, diced small) 2 green spring onions (finely chopped) 1/2 cup tomato-vegetable juice sea salt and black pepper to taste drizzle olive oil drizzle white wine vinegar Put all the ingredients in a large glass bowl. Stir … Read more

Hot Brown Casserole

Hot Brown Casserole 1 pound ham — thin sliced 1 pound turkey breast — thinly sliced 3 cans cream of mushroom soup 1 large can asparagus pieces 3/4 pound Velveeta 6 slices bacon — cooked (crumbled) 1 tomato — sliced In large casserole dish, layer ingredients as follows: 1/3 lb ham, 1/3 lb turkey, 1 … Read more

Marinated Tomatoes

Marinated Tomatoes 4 tomatoes; large 1 cup vegetable oil 1/4 cup wine vinegar 1/4 teaspoon mustard; dry 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 garlic; clove (large, minced) 1 tablespoon basil; fresh (chopped) 2 thyme; sprigs (fresh,chopped) 1 marjoram; fresh (sprig, chop) 1 tablespoon scallion; minced Peel tomatoes. Slice tomatoes Arrange in serving bowl. … Read more

Have Me Later Chili

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  Have Me Later Chili 1 lb ground chuck 1 large onion (chopped) 2 garlic cloves (minced) 2 14 oz cans diced tomatoes 1 15 oz can tomato sauce 1 Tablespoon chili powder 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 2 15 oz cans chili beans 2 Tablespoon cornstarch (optional) 1/4 Cups … Read more

Freezer Shrimp Stew

Freezer Shrimp Stew

I would suggest always using fresh Shrimp.  If you live near the coast, try one of those little seafood stands near where the fishing boats come in.  They usually have the fresh good stuff.   Freezer Shrimp Stew 1/2 Cup olive oil 1 clove garlic (chopped fine) 1 medium onion (chopped) 2 green onions (chopped) … Read more

Yummy Hot Tomato Juice

Yummy Hot Tomato Juice

  Yummy Hot Tomato Juice 1 can (64 oz tomato juice) 1/2 C butter or margarine 1/2 t Worcestershire sauce Pour the tomato juice into a large pan. Add the butter and Worcestershire sauce. Over high heat bring to a rapid boil. Remove from heat and cool completely. Place in freezer containers and freeze for … Read more

Summer Squash Medley

Summer Squash Medley 8 small young summer squash (zucchini, yellow, patty, etc) 1 pound seasoned pork sausage 1 garlic clove 1/2 large onion 1/2 large green pepper 4 large tomatoes 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 1/2 cups bread crumbs 1/2 cup grated cheese Preheat oven to 350°F … Read more

Black Bean Lasagna

  Black Bean Lasagna 1 cup onions — chopped 3 cloves garlic — minced 2 cups mushroom — sliced 1 teaspoon oregano 1 teaspoon basil 1/4 cup parsley — chopped 1/2 cup tomato juice 1 cup black beans — drained and rinsed 3 cups tomato — chopped 2 tablespoons tomato paste 12 ounces lasagna noodles … Read more