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nut-free

Ingredients

  • 1 package (8 oz) refrigerated crescent roll dough
  • 8 hot dogs
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. 2Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into triangles.
  3. 3Sprinkle a little garlic powder and onion powder on each triangle for added flavor.
  4. 4Place a hot dog at the wide end of each triangle and sprinkle some shredded cheddar cheese on top.
  5. 5Roll the dough around the hot dog, starting from the wide end and rolling towards the point.
  6. 6Place the rolled pigs in a blanket on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  7. 7Beat the egg in a small bowl and brush it over the tops of the rolled dough for a golden finish.
  8. 8If desired, sprinkle sesame seeds on top of the egg wash.
  9. 9Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
  10. 10Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Equipment

baking sheetparchment papersmall bowlpastry brush

Ingredients

  • 4 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 2 cups stuffing mix
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. 2In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, stuffing mix, cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
  3. 3Transfer the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  4. 4Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top of the mixture.
  5. 5Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
  6. 6Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  7. 7Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
  8. 8Serve warm and enjoy your stuffing chicken casserole.

Equipment

ovenmixing bowlbaking dishaluminum foil
dairy-free

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 1/2 cup diced pineapple
  • 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
  • 12 slider buns
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp mustard
  • 1 tbsp ketchup
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. 2In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the beef is browned and the onion is translucent.
  3. 3Drain excess fat and stir in the diced pineapple and teriyaki sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  4. 4Remove from heat and set aside.
  5. 5Slice the slider buns in half and place the bottom halves in a baking dish.
  6. 6Spread mayonnaise, mustard, and ketchup on the bottom halves of the buns.
  7. 7Spoon the beef and pineapple mixture evenly over the buns.
  8. 8Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top of the beef mixture.
  9. 9Place the top halves of the buns over the cheese.
  10. 10Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes.
  11. 11Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  12. 12Remove from the oven, slice into individual sliders, and serve warm.

Equipment

skilletbaking dishaluminum foilspatula

Quesadillas are a traditional Mexican dish made with tortillas filled with cheese and other ingredients. They are popular street food and can be customized with various fillings, reflecting regional tastes. The dish has roots in pre-Hispanic cuisine and has evolved over centuries, becoming a staple in Mexican households and restaurants.

Ingredients

  • tortillas
  • cheese
  • vegetables
  • meat
  • salsa
  • spices

Instructions

  1. 1Heat a skillet over medium heat.
  2. 2Place a tortilla in the skillet.
  3. 3Sprinkle cheese evenly over half of the tortilla.
  4. 4Add desired vegetables and meat on top of the cheese.
  5. 5Fold the tortilla in half to cover the filling.
  6. 6Cook until the cheese melts and the tortilla is golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
  7. 7Flip and cook the other side until golden brown.
  8. 8Remove from skillet and let cool slightly.
  9. 9Cut into wedges and serve with salsa.
  10. 10Enjoy your quesadillas warm.

Ingredient Alternatives

cheese

Healthier: low-fat cheese

Cheaper: processed cheese

Lower calorie option and more budget-friendly.

meat

Healthier: tofu

Cheaper: canned beans

More nutritious and economical alternative.

Techniques

sautéingfoldinggrilling

Equipment

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Also Known As

QuesadillaCheese Tortilla

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 4 sub rolls
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. 2In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix until well combined.
  3. 3Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
  4. 4Place the meatballs on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.
  5. 5While the meatballs are baking, heat the marinara sauce in a saucepan over medium heat.
  6. 6Once the meatballs are done, add them to the marinara sauce and let them simmer for 5 minutes.
  7. 7Slice the sub rolls in half and place them on a baking dish.
  8. 8Spoon the meatballs and sauce into each sub roll, then top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
  9. 9Place the assembled subs in the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  10. 10Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Equipment

baking sheetlarge bowlsaucepanbaking dish

Ingredients

  • 1 pre-made pizza crust
  • 1 cup refried beans
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 medium tomato, diced
  • 1/2 cup sliced black olives
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/2 cup salsa
  • 1 tsp taco seasoning
  • 1/4 cup sour cream (optional)

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. 2Spread the refried beans evenly over the pizza crust.
  3. 3Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the beans for added flavor.
  4. 4Evenly distribute the shredded cheddar cheese on top of the beans.
  5. 5Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. 6Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
  7. 7Top the pizza with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced black olives, and diced red onion.
  8. 8Drizzle salsa over the top of the pizza.
  9. 9If desired, add dollops of sour cream on top before serving.
  10. 10Slice the pizza into wedges and serve immediately.

Equipment

ovenpizza cutterbaking sheet
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