Gooseberry Patch - One Pot Wonders

For every cook who needs an easy-to-fix, easy-to-clean-up meal! Special thanks to every Gooseberry Patch friend who shared their very best one-pot wonders with us! Gooseberry Patch An imprint of Globe Pequot 246 Goose Lane Guilford, CT 06437 www.gooseberrypatch.com 18008546673 Copyright 2018, Gooseberry Patch 978-162093290-2 All rights reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced or utilized in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording, or by any information storage and retrieval system, without permission in writing from the publisher. Dear Readers, Some days we need a hearty meal on the table in a hurry, and clean-up to be even quicker! So weve gathered over 300 mouthwatering one-dish meals in One-Pot Wonders cookbook to help on our very busiest days. Whether you need a quick start to breakfast, lunch or dinner, these meals are all made in just one casserole dish, skillet, slow cooker or stove-top pot. Get a jump on your day with Breakfast Pizza or overnight slow-cooker Pumpkin Oatmeal. Weve got soups and stews to warm you up, like Speedy Chicken Gumbo and Macaroni & Cheese Chowder.

Dinner will be ready in no time at all with Fast & Fresh Asparagus Casserole and Oh-So-Easy Chicken & Veggies. And we didnt forget about dessert...Microwave Cherry Crisp Cobbler is ready in about 15 minutes!Hectic days and busy nights dont have to mean fast food with One-Pot Wonders. Dinners ready!Jo Ann & Vickie

Chapter One Wake up for breakfast! Whether you like to fix a hot and hearty meal to start your day, or grab a quick bite as you dash out the door, everyone likes a little taste of something yummy first thing in the morning. Weve got time-saving make-ahead casseroles, show-stopper brunch tarts, slow-cooker oatmeal, pancakes, French toast, pizza, frittatas...so many great ways to start your day! Felice Jones,Boise, ID This is a perfect recipe for busy mornings. You wake up, the house smells so good, and breakfast is ready as soon as you are. Serves 8 to 10 32-oz. frozen diced potatoes 1 lb. bacon, diced and cooked 1 onion, diced 1 green pepper, diced 1/2 c. shredded Monterey Jack cheese 1 doz. eggs, beaten 1 c. milk 1 t. salt 1 t. pepper Layer 1/3 each of potatoes, bacon, onion, green pepper and cheese. pepper Layer 1/3 each of potatoes, bacon, onion, green pepper and cheese.

Repeat layers 2 more times, ending with a layer of cheese. In a bowl, beat together eggs, milk, salt and pepper. Pour over mixture in slow cooker. Cover and cook on low setting for 8 to 9 hours. Tracie Spencer,Rogers, KY

An easy-to-assemble make-ahead breakfast...perfect for busy mornings or when you have brunch guests! Serves 12 6 to 8 bread slices 3-oz. ready-to-use bacon crumbles 1 lb. cooked ham, diced, or ground pork sausage, browned 2 c. shredded Cheddar cheese 10 eggs, beaten 1 c. milk 1 t. salt 1 t. pepper Arrange bread slices in a single layer in a greased 13"x9" baking pan; top with bacon and ham or sausage. pepper Arrange bread slices in a single layer in a greased 13"x9" baking pan; top with bacon and ham or sausage.

Sprinkle with cheese. Whisk together remaining ingredients. Pour egg mixture over top. Cover with aluminum foil and refrigerate overnight. Bake, covered, at 350 degrees for 45 minutes to one hour, until center is set. lemon pepper 1 T. fresh chives, chopped 1/8 t. garlic salt 1 T. butter 1/3 c. shredded Colby Jack cheese 1/3 c. cream cheese, softened In a bowl, combine eggs, pepper, chives and salt; set aside. cream cheese, softened In a bowl, combine eggs, pepper, chives and salt; set aside.

Melt butter in a skillet over medium-low heat; add egg mixture. Stir to scramble, cooking until set. Remove from heat; stir in cheeses until melted. April Jacobs,Loveland, CO

Raisins and apples seem to be made for each other, and in this homestyle porridge, they absolutely taste terrific together. Makes 4 servings 1/4 c. long-cooking oats, uncooked 3 c. water 1/2 c. raisins 1/4 c. wheat germ 1/2 c. apple, peeled, cored and grated Garnish: cinnamon, milk, honey Combine all ingredients except garnish in a slow cooker. apple, peeled, cored and grated Garnish: cinnamon, milk, honey Combine all ingredients except garnish in a slow cooker.

Cover and cook on low setting for 6 to 8 hours, or overnight. Spoon into serving bowls and serve with cinnamon, milk and honey. Cook it Quick Omelets, frittatas and cheesy scrambled eggs are easy to prepare for one or two...a perfect way to use up tasty tidbits from the fridge too. Deborah Wells,Broken Arrow, OK

These are a favorite around my house...all the yummy ingredients for a great breakfast are wrapped up in a handy tortilla. Serves 2 to 4 2 c. shredded Monterey Jack cheese 4 8-inch corn tortillas Lightly coat a skillet with non-stick vegetable spray and place over medium heat. shredded Monterey Jack cheese 4 8-inch corn tortillas Lightly coat a skillet with non-stick vegetable spray and place over medium heat.

Pour salsa into skillet; bring to a simmer. With a spoon, make 4 wells in salsa and crack an egg into each well, taking care not to break the yolks. Reduce heat to low; cover and poach eggs for 3 minutes. Remove skillet from heat and top eggs with cheese. Transfer each egg with a scoop of salsa to a tortilla.