Category: Make Ahead
School Lunches; Getting Outside of the Box
| September 9, 2012 | Filled under Main Dish, Make Ahead, Sandwich, Tips & How To's |
My mother sang the same, senseless song to me every year on the first day of school. “School day, school day, it’s a golden rule day.” Elementary school through my senior year of high school I was woken… more
“Y’all are Invited”
| June 10, 2012 | Filled under Appetizers, Make Ahead, Party, Side Dish |
Its late spring in the south which means one thing; outdoor parties! This is the time of year when the invites pour in to join family or friends or both for backyard soirées. And here in the south there is… more
From the Precipice
| April 15, 2012 | Filled under Breakfast, Casserole, Main Dish, Make Ahead |
This morning I am enjoying a sweet breakfast and thinking about age. Yes, it is that time of year again. My birthday is just around the corner. My last 6 birthdays have been dreaded events as I watch 25 slip further… more
BBQ Chicken Stuffed Potatoes
| February 26, 2012 | Filled under Chicken, Main Dish, Make Ahead |
This past week I had to do some traveling for work. I always worry about what the family will eat while I am away. I envision a diet packed with take out, leftovers, and drive through goodies. BBQ Chicken with… more
“Are You Ready For Some Sausage Balls?”
| September 25, 2011 | Filled under Appetizers, Make Ahead, Party, Pork |
It’s that time of year again; Football Season. For many this means tailgating, fantasy football teams, whooping and hollering in front of the TV on Sunday afternoon. But what does football season mean to a foodie who only watches the… more
Breadbox French Toast
| September 14, 2011 | Filled under Breakfast, Make Ahead |
I have a breadbox. Maybe you have one too. Or some corner or cabinet in the kitchen where you pile up bread. Hot Dog buns, hamburger buns, tiny sweet rolls, crescent rolls from last Sunday’s dinner; they sit there, threatening… more
Baked Cheesy Spaghetti
| August 29, 2011 | Filled under Main Dish, Make Ahead, Pasta |
Baked Cheesy Spaghetti is an interesting recipe. I created this one at the end of the week when the cupboards were on the verge of bare. My family is a huge fan of macaroni and cheese and I thought maybe… more
Back to School Recipe: Great Day Muffins
| August 22, 2011 | Filled under Bread, Breakfast, Fruit, Make Ahead |
It is back to school time which means a big change in scheduling. Going from the summer sleep-in/stay-up schedule to the up-and-at-’em schedule of fall can be a difficult transition. This recipe can help get sleepy heads off to a good… more
Harvest Ziti
| August 21, 2011 | Filled under Casserole, Main Dish, Make Ahead, Pasta, Vegetables |
Being a busy mom I am always trying new recipes to make dinner quick, easy and ready to feed hungry tummies when I get home from work. Harvest Ziti is a vegetarian winner in all those categories. I used roasted eggplant, zucchini and onion in… more
Baked Ziti
| July 31, 2011 | Filled under Casserole, Contest, Main Dish, Make Ahead |
Hollie Stevens from VA brings us this wonderful italian recipe as a submission to the Lunch-Wagon Recipe Contest. Hollie says a weekend trip to see her parents was the creative spark for this recipe. Her father is very picky when… more
Ingredients:
- 1 (16oz box) Ziti noodles
- 1 (16oz jar) Ragu (Hollie recommends tomato, onion & garlic flavor)
- 1-1.5 cups fresh shredded parm cheese
- 2 cups shredded mix blend italian cheese
- optional – any leftover meat or veggies - chicken, hamburger, etc. (In the version picutured above I used leftover meatloaf)
Putting It All Together:
- Boil Ziti noodles until al dente (cooked between soft & hard, not firm)
- Place noodles in casserole dish
- Pour sauce on top
- Stir in cheeses (reserving 1 cup of italian mix)
- Add meat and/or veggies
- Bake @ 350 for 15 minutes or until bubbly
- Sprinkle remainder of cheese on top
- Place back in oven until cheese melts
To make ahead, prepare through step 5, wrap tightly in foil and refrigerate overnight. Remove from fridge and allow to come to room temperature, proceed with remaining steps.
Thank you for this delicious recipe Hollie! It is a Lunch-Wagon favorite! Enjoy!
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