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Beef
Note: Ground turkey can be substituted for ground beef in most items. Stuffed Peppers--Garden-fresh peppers stuffed with beef and topped with tomatoes. Can be made with ground turkey. Mexicali Meatloaf--Salsa and corn give this meatloaf an extra kick. Served with mashed potatoes, of course. Apple Meatloaf--Apples in the meatloaf and apple juice in a glaze on top make this moist and zingy. Served with mashed potatoes. Pot Roast--A classic. Tender beef slow-cooked with carrots, potatoes, and tomatoes. Pasticchio--For those chilly nights when you come home starved. A Greek casserole of layered seasoned ground beef and pasta, covered with a light cheese sauce. Can be made with ground turkey. Beef Stroganoff--Tender pieces of top round steak and fresh mushrooms in a tomato and sour cream sauce served over egg noodles. Can also be made with yogurt. Baked Ziti--Ziti in a chunky beef and tomato sauce casserole-style with a layer of three cheeses in the middle and mozzarella on top. Can also be made with ground turkey. Curried Beef and Rice--Chunks of lean beef, tomatoes, raisins, onions, and rice in a spicy curry sauce topped with toasted almonds. Cranberry Brisket--Beef brisket slow-cooked in a fruity cranberry gravy. Great with mashed potatoes. Hawaiian Meatballs--Attention pineapple lovers! You'll love these hearty meatballs in a tangy sweet-and-sour sauce with plenty of pineapple tidbits. Served with rice. Beef Stew--Nothing better on a cold night. Chunks of lean beef, potatoes, carrots, onion, and tomatoes in a thyme and red wine-flavored sauce. Mexican Steak and Beans--Sirloin strips, pinto beans, corn, tomatoes, zucchini, and green pepper in a zingy sauce. Serve inside warm flour tortillas or with rice. Meat Lasagne--The traditional favorite. Layers of noodles, ground beef, marinara sauce, and three kinds of cheese. Beef Pilaf--Basmati rice and lean chunks of beef with shredded carrot and slivered apricots and almonds flavored with Indian spices. Not spicy. Beef Goulash--A winter warmer. Ground beef, potatoes, carrots, and peas in a tomatoey stew seasoned in the traditional eastern European manner with paprika and caraway. Sloppy Joes--How long has it been since you've had these? Ground beef in a savory tomato sauce with green peppers, onions, and green chilies served on a bakery roll. Swiss Steak--A family favorite. Round steak slow-simmered in a tomato sauce with carrots, celery, tomatoes, and onions. Served over egg noodles.
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Seafood
Shrimp with Orzo--Shrimp and orzo, a rice-shaped pasta, sauteed in fresh lemon juice and white wine and served with fresh parsley. Citrus Scallops with Pearl Pasta--Tender bay scallops in a tangy orange and tarragon sauce. Served with pearl pasta, also known as Israeli couscous. Shellfish Au Gratin--Bay scallops, shrimp, and fresh mushrooms in a white sauce with a touch of Swiss cheese. Served over rice or puff pastry shells. Pecan Crunch Salmon--Fresh salmon flavored with honey and Dijon mustard and baked with a light, crunchy coating of pecans and breadcrumbs. Paella--The Spanish national dish. Shrimp, chicken, sausage, tomatoes, peas, red peppers, and basmati rice flavored with saffron. Spicy Oven Fried Fish--Guaranteed to make you sit up and take notice. Fish fillets coated with a spicy mixture of breadcrumbs, cilantro, and hot pepper sauce, then baked. Salmon with Balsamic Glaze--Salmon fillets grilled and topped with a piquant glaze of balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, and brown sugar. Steamed Ginger Salmon--Fresh salmon fillets steamed in a citrus/soy marinade and topped with minced ginger. Served with rice. Fish Parmesan--For parmesan lovers only. Flounder or catfish fillets dipped in a coating of freshly grated parmesan cheese, drizzled with butter, and topped with sliced almonds. Shrimp and Pasta with Peanut Sauce--Whole shrimp in an Asian peanut sauce served over Chinese vermicelli or regular spaghetti. Can be served hot or cold. Crab and Swiss Strata--A layered casserole of bread, crab, swiss cheese, eggs, and spices. A nice change of pace. Shrimp Creole--A classic. Shrimp in a rich whole tomato sauce with fresh green peppers, celery, and onions. Tabasco optional. Served over rice. Fresh Fish w/Mushrooms--Simple and delicious. Fresh fish fillets seasoned with tarragon and scallions and smothered with fresh sauteed mushrooms. Crab and Spinach Lasagne--A new twist on lasagne. Crab and spinach layered with mozzarella cheese, roasted red peppers, and lasagne noodles in a marinara sauce.
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Chicken
Chicken Newburg--Chicken, fresh mushrooms, and peas in a light cream sauce. Served over rice or puff pastry shells. Chicken Parmigiana--Boneless chicken breasts topped with spiced ricotta cheese, crushed tomatoes, and mozzarella. Served with spaghetti. Chicken Breasts with Mushrooms--Here's a manly chicken dish. Sauteed boneless chicken breasts topped with a meaty fresh mushroom vinaigrette sauce. Turkey Meatballs with Mandarin Oranges--Savory meatballs made with lean ground turkey in a sweet and sour sauce with mandarin oranges. Served with rice. Chicken in Peanut Sauce--Chicken breast strips, roasted red pepper, and sugar snap peas in a creamy peanut sauce accented with ginger. Served over linguine. Moroccan Chicken Stew--Bone-in chicken pieces simmered with tomatoes, potatoes, carrots, raisins, and an exotic mix of spices. Served with couscous. Sunshine Chicken--If you like oranges, you'll love this dish. Boneless breasts and rice simmered in an orange curry sauce. Chicken with Coconut Curry Sauce--Boneless chicken breasts in a Thai-inspired sauce of coconut milk, lime juice, and red curry paste. Can be made medium or hot. Persian Chicken--Chicken or turkey cutlets, carrots, peppers, and onions sauteed in a mix of Middle Eastern spices. Served over couscous. Swiss Chicken Cutlets--Boneless breasts rolled and filled with real Swiss cheese and served over rice in a white wine sauce. Chicken Lo Mein--Better than takeout. Chicken, fresh snow peas and red peppers in a gingery Asian sauce over Chinese vermicelli, and no MSG! Island Chicken--Boneless breasts in pineapple sauce served over rice alongside pineapple salsa. Jalapenos can be added for extra kick. Chicken with Broccoli and Bowties--Bowtie pasta with boneless chicken chunks, broccoli florets, and roasted red peppers in a mild sauce of chicken broth, basil, and white wine. Sesame Chicken--Boneless breasts marinated in sherry, wine vinegar, and soy sauce, then coated with sesame seeds and sauteed. Chicken Cacciatore--Bone-in chicken pieces simmered in a sauce of tomatoes, green peppers, onions, garlic, and Italian spices. Sweet and Sour Chicken--Not like your favorite Chinese takeout. No bright orange sauce, no breading, no MSG. Chicken breast chunks in a sweet and sour sauce with fresh green pepper, onions, and pineapple. Served over rice. Turkey Chops Balsamico--Boneless turkey chops in a tangy balsamic vinegar glaze with black olives and roasted sweet red pepper. Served with couscous. Italian Chicken and Chickpeas--Hearty without being heavy, this thick stew of boneless chicken breast, chickpeas, green pepper, tomatoes, onions, and Italian spices is sure to satisfy. Crunchy Chicken Parmesan--Boneless breasts baked in a crunchy coating highlighted with freshly grated parmesan. Mexican Chicken Casserole--This was the grand-prize-winning recipe in Parade magazine's casserole contest, and when you try it, you'll see why. Layers of crushed tortilla chips, beans, cheese, salsa, shredded chicken, onion, and more cheese. Herb-Rubbed Chicken--Choose either a whole roaster or a turkey breast, rubbed with spices and oven-roasted. Enjoy it for dinner one night and for sandwiches the next day. Hot Bean and Chicken Salad--Three kinds of beans, carrots, celery, onion, and chunk chicken in a warm vinaigrette dressing. Tangy and hearty. Can be made without chicken for vegetarians. Roast Chicken with Olives and Raisins--Bone-in chicken breasts roasted with fresh sage and topped with a sweet and salty sauce of red wine, raisins, celery, and olives. Choose kalamata or mediterranean green olives. Baked Chicken Italiano--Boneless breasts atop a savory rice casserole highlighted with tomatoes, onions, and mozzarella and smothered with parmesan cheese and Italian spices. Jalapeno Orange Mustard Chicken--Like it spicy? You'll love these bone-in chicken pieces baked and basted with a tangy/spicy/sweet sauce of orange marmalade, dijon mustard, and chopped jalapeno. Oven "Fried" Chicken--All the crunch of fried chicken without the fat. Boneless breasts or thighs dipped in a tangy yogurt/mustard mixture and coated with crunchy cornbread crumbs, then baked. Five-Spice Chicken--Bone-in chicken pieces slow-cooked in a mixture of Asian spices and seasonings until they're so tangy and tender the meat falls off the bone. Parmesan Chicken w/Balsamic Butter Sauce--Bone-in chicken parts drizzled with olive oil, fresh oregano, and freshly grated parmesan cheese, then baked and served with a buttery balsamic vinegar sauce. Moroccan Chicken and Lentils--Good year-round. Boneless chicken chunks and lentils in an olive oil vinaigrette flavored with cumin, chili powder, and cinnamon. Can be served hot, cold, or at room temperature. Cheese-stuffed Chicken--Bone-in chicken breasts stuffed with a mixture of mozzarella and feta cheeses, bacon, and peanuts, then baked. Spicy Garlic-Ginger Chicken--Boneless breasts coated with an aromatic mixture of Indian spices-ginger, garlic, cinnamon, cardamom, pepper-and baked. Chicken and Mushroom Stew--A knife-and-fork stew of boneless chicken, fresh mushrooms, potatoes, carrots, and peas flavored with tarragon.
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Pork
Note: Turkey chops can be substituted for pork chops in most items. Sweet and Sour Pork--Cubed pork loin in a sweet and sour sauce with fresh green pepper, onions, and pineapple. Served over rice. Citrus Pork Chops--When you think pork chops, do you think, "dry, chewy, tasteless?" Not after you've tasted these. Marinated in fresh citrus juices and spices, they're tender, moist, and full of flavor. Pork Roast with Sweet Potatoes and Apples--Lean pork roast baked with sweet potatoes and fresh tart apples in a sweet, peppery glaze. Pork Chops Balsamico--See Turkey Chops Balsamico above. Made with boneless pork chops. Custom Quiche--Choose cheddar or swiss cheese and two of the following: ham, turkey bacon, spinach, mushrooms, broccoli, or green pepper. Quiche just the way you like it. Hearty Pork Stew--Boneless pork loin cubes with tomatoes, corn, lima beans, and green chilies in a savory sauce. Can be made mild, medium, or hot. Pork Chops with Mustard Crumbs--Boneless pork chops dipped in mustard and coated with garlicky rye bread crumbs, then baked. Moist, crunchy, and tasty. Pork in Orange Sauce--Lean cubed pork, carrots, and celery in a zingy orange-ginger sauce topped with peanuts. Served with rice. Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Apples and Onions--A lean pork tenderloin coated with mustard and fennel seeds atop a bed of Granny Smith apples and sliced onions braised in white wine. Asian Pork Chops--Boneless pork chops in a savory sauce highlighted with soy, garlic, and ginger.
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Vegetarian
Cheese Lasagne--A classic. Layers of noodles, marinara sauce, and three kinds of cheese. Black Bean Enchiladas--Corn tortillas rolled and filled with black beans, fresh sweet red pepper, onions, and cheese and topped with tomato sauce. Can be made mild, medium, or hot. Spinach and Feta Pie--A quiche-like pie loaded with chopped spinach and feta cheese. South of the Border Pie--A crustless pie filled with brown rice, beans, cheese, and spices. Hobbit Pie--For mushroom lovers only. Fresh mushrooms and cheese (Swiss or cheddar) in a white wine sauce baked in a flaky piecrust. Eggplant Parmigiana--Fresh eggplant layered with mozzarella and parmesan and marinara sauce flavored with basil. Stuffed Shells--Giant pasta shells stuffed with three cheeses in marinara sauce. Pasta with Garbanzo Bean Sauce--A fragrant, rosemary-scented sauce of garbanzo beans, tomatoes, and onions served over spaghetti. Rotini with White Bean Sauce--Rotini pasta topped with a fragrant sauce of cilantro, ginger, carrots, celery, and white beans. Couscous Casserole--Couscous, black beans, corn, water chestnuts, jalapenos, and roasted red pepper, flavored with balsamic vinegar, cumin, and ricotta. Vegetable Curry--Eggplant, tomatoes, carrots, green pepper, peas, onion, and raisins in a cumin and curry-spiced tomato sauce. Served with your choice of rice. Mushroom Pasticchio--A vegetarian version of the traditional Greek casserole. Mushrooms substitute for meat, but it's just as hearty, with layers of elbow macaroni and cheesy white sauce with a touch of cinnamon. Custom Quiche--Choose either Cheddar or Swiss and then two of the following: spinach, peppers, broccoli, or mushrooms. Quiche just the way you like it. Mediterranean Strata--A layered casserole of eggs, Italian bread, olives (black or green), onions, red peppers, and feta cheese. Tortilla Vegetable Casserole--A layered casserole of corn tortilla strips, tomatoes, corn, lima beans, peas, green beans, and three kinds of cheese. Chard and Black-eyed Peas--Lots of shredded chard sauteed with onions, black-eyed peas, and a touch of pepper. Served with your choice of rice. Mexican Pasta Bake--In the dictionary under "cheesy," there should be a picture of this casserole. Bowtie pasta baked in a three-cheese sauce with onions, red peppers, black olives, and Mexican spices. New Mexican Baked Eggs--This egg casserole contains three kinds of cheese, green chilies, and southwestern seasonings. Served with salsa and flour tortillas.
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To see the Soup and Casserole Menu, go to the Seasonal Specials page.
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