STUFFED CORNISH GAME HENS

Yield: 4

Serving Size: ½ Cornish game hen

Ingredients

  • 2 Cornish game hens
  • 1 tbsp. butter, divided
  • ½ tsp. kosher salt
  • ¼ tsp. cracked black pepper
  • 1 cup prepared stuffing*, divided
  • 2 carrots, peeled, chopped
  • 2 parsnips, peeled, chopped
  • 5 mushrooms, quartered

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400◦ F. In the cavity of each Cornish game hen add ½ cup of prepared stuffing. Place hens, breast side up, in the UltraPro 2-Qt./2 L Square Pan. Rub each hen with butter.
  2. Add carrots, parsnips and mushrooms to pan. Sprinkle vegetables and hens with salt and pepper.
  3. Place pan in microwave. Microwave 12 minutes high power. Remove pan from microwave. Baste vegetables and hens with pan drippings. Place pan in oven. Bake an additional 20 minutes or until hens are golden brown and register 160◦ F on an instant-read thermometer inserted into the middle of the stuffing.
  4. Remove pan from oven and let stand 5 minutes. Transfer hens to a cutting board. Cut hens in half lengthwise. Serve warm with vegetables and pan drippings.

EASY WEEKNIGHT BAKED ZITI

Yield: 6

Serving Size: about 2 cups

Ingredients

  • 1 cup diced fresh zucchini
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 5 garlic cloves, peeled, minced
  • 2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp. coarse kosher salt
  • 1 lb. ziti macaroni
  • 2 cups favorite tomato sauce
  • 1 lb. fresh mozzarella, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 bunch fresh basil, torn

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425° F/218° C
  2. On the UltraPro Lasagna Pan Cover, toss together zucchini, onion, garlic, olive oil and salt. Place pan in oven, bake 8 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile using the Microwave Pasta Maker, cook ziti according to package directions.
  4. Remove pan from oven, transfer vegetables and juices to the UltraPro Lasagna Pan. Stir in ziti, tomato sauce and mozzarella. Place pan in oven, bake 8 minutes or until cheese is melted and top is lightly browned.
  5. Remove pan from oven, top with basil before serving.

ARROZ CON LECHE

Yield: 8

Serving Size: about ½ cup

Ingredients

  • 3 ½ cups cooked long grain rice
  • 1 ½ cups raisins
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 2 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp. ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. In the base of the Microwave Pressure Cooker stir together rice, raisins, sugar, milk and vanilla until well combined. Lock cover in place and microwave on high power 16 minutes.
  2. Remove from microwave; let stand 10 minutes or until pressure has released and valve indicator is in the down position. Remove cover, stir in cream. Sprinkle with cinnamon before serving.

PINEAPPLE RICE

Yield: 4

Serving Size: 3/4 cup

Ingredients

  • 2 cups water
  • 1/2 tsp. coarse kosher salt, divided
  • 3/4 cup long-grain rice
  • ¼ piece small red onion, peeled
  • 2 garlic cloves, peeled
  • 1 ½ cups roughly chopped fresh pineapple
  • ¼ cup minced fresh cilantro

Instructions

  1. In the base of the Microwave Rice Maker add water, salt and rice; stir to combine. Microwave on high power 5 minutes. Continue to microwave at 50% power 10 minutes more. Remove from microwave, let stand 5 minutes.
  2. 2Meanwhile in the base of the PowerChef fitted with blade accessory add onion and garlic. Cover and pull cord until well minced. Add pineapple, cover and pull cord until finely chopped.
  3. In a medium bowl combine rice, pineapple mixture, and cilantro. Serve warm or cold.

DIY SEASONING BLENDS

Each yield approximately 2 cups.

DIY Cinnamon-Vanilla Seasoning

Forget vanilla extract. This all-natural seasoning tastes scrumptious when sprinkled over sugar cookies right before popping them into the oven.

1¼ cups granulated sugar
¼ cup brown sugar
½ cup ground cinnamon
1 tsp. coarse kosher salt
1 vanilla bean, cut in half lengthwise*

  1. Combine ingredients in Counterscaping Dry Container, insert vanilla bean halves, shake to combine and seal.
  2. Store up to 6 months.

*Or substitute 3 tbsp. vanilla powder.

DIY Cilantro-Mojo Seasoning

Punch up a pork roast or chicken breast with a Cuban-inspired seasoning blend.

Zest of 6 limes
Zest of 2 lemons
2 tbsp. coarse kosher salt
3 tbsp. garlic powder
3 tbsp. onion powder
3 tbsp. dried oregano
¼ cup dried cilantro leaves
2 tbsp. ground thyme
1 tbsp. ground cumin
½ tsp. cayenne pepper
1 tsp. ground black pepper

  1. In the base of the Power Chef® System fitted with the blade attachment, combine zest and salt until well blended. Let stand 10 minutes.
  2. Add garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, cilantro, thyme, cumin, cayenne and black pepper. Pull cord 10 to 12 times to combine.
  3. Transfer mixture to a Counterscaping Dry Container and seal. Store up to 3 months.

DIY Steak & Chop Seasoning

Before reaching for that store-bought dry rub, try this herby, aromatic blend instead.

½ cup black pepper
¾ cup dried minced onion
6 tbsp. garlic powder
3 tbsp. caraway seeds
1 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
¼ cup coarse kosher salt

  1. Combine ingredients in Counterscaping Dry Container, shake to combine and seal.
  2. Store up to 6 months.

DIY Southwest Chipotle Seasoning

The ideal smoky seasoning blend for fajitas or tacos.

2½ tbsp. smoked paprika
9 tbsp. ground cumin
1 ½ tbsp. garlic powder
2 ½ tbsp. chipotle powder*
2 ½ tbsp. dried cilantro
5 tbsp. onion powder
2½ tbsp. granulated sugar
4 tbsp. coarse kosher salt

  1. Combine ingredients in Counterscaping Dry Container, shake to combine and seal.
  2. Store up to 6 months.

*Or substitute chili powder for chipotle powder.

DIY Italian Herb Seasoning

This Italian blend is just begging to be sprinkled into marinara sauce.

Prep time: 5 minutes

10 tbsp. dried oregano
5 tbsp. dried basil
5 tbsp. dried parsley
7½ tbsp. onion powder
4 tbsp. garlic powder
5 tsp. coarse kosher salt
5 tsp. crushed red pepper

  1. Combine ingredients in Counterscaping Dry Container, shake to combine and seal.
  2. Store up to 6 months.

DIY Chocolate Seasoning

Ditch the salt and butter and season your popcorn with this luscious blend made with cocoa and espresso powder.

1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
¾ cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup dark brown sugar
1 tbsp. instant espresso powder (optional)
1/2 tsp. kosher salt (optional)
1 vanilla bean, cut in half lengthwise*

  1. Combine ingredients in Counterscaping Dry Container, insert vanilla bean halves, shake to combine and seal.
  2. Store up to 6 months.

*Or substitute 3 tbsp. vanilla powder.

Curry Blend

Aromatic, a little sweet and a little spicy, great for chicken, vegetables, stir fry and soup.

4 tbsp. ground turmeric
8 tbsp. ground cumin
4 tbsp. onion powder
4 tbsp. ground cinnamon
4 tbsp. ground coriander
2 tsp. ground clove
1 tbsp. ground cardamom
2 tsp. granulated sugar

  1. Combine ingredients in Counterscaping Dry Container, shake to combine and seal.
  2. Store up to 6 months. Shake before using.

BBQ Blend

Deep flavor from the deep South, this BBQ blend goes on just about everything from burgers and chops to even potato salad.

1 cup instant coffee or instant espresso
12 tbsp. brown sugar
3 tbsp. garlic powder
4 tbsp. onion powder
12 tbsp. smoked paprika
3 tsp. kosher salt

  1. Combine ingredients in Counterscaping Dry Container, shake to combine and seal.
  2. Store up to 6 months. Shake before using.

Provencal Blend

Add French countryside flavor fish and meats before or during cooking.

6 tbsp. thyme
4 tbsp. marjoram
3 tbsp. fennel
5 tbsp. tarragon
3 tbsp. basil
3 tbsp. mint
2 tbsp. lavender (optional)

  1. Combine ingredients in Counterscaping Dry Container, shake to combine and seal.
  2. Store up to 6 months. Shake before using.

Ranch Blend

Great on anything from chicken to chips and pretzels to potatoes.

10 tbsp. dried parsley
4 tbsp. garlic powder
4 tbsp. onion powder
4 tbsp. dried dill
6 tbsp. dried chive

  1. Combine ingredients in Counterscaping Dry Container, shake to combine and seal.
  2. Store up to 6 months. Shake before using.

Asian Blend

Eastern flair fit for vegetables, beef, pork and chicken.

12 tbsp. ground ginger
1 tbsp. ground cumin
4 tbsp. coriander
2 tsp. red pepper flakes
8 tbsp. garlic powder
¼ cup toasted sesame seeds

  1. Combine ingredients in Counterscaping Dry Container, shake to combine and seal.
  2. Store up to 6 months. Shake before using.

Onion Soup Mix Blend

Jazz up dips, meats, grains and, oh yeah, soup.

1 cup dried onion
8 tbsp. onion powder
4 tbsp. garlic powder
1 tbsp. kosher salt
2 tsp. ground black pepper
1 tbsp. ground thyme

  1. Combine ingredients in Counterscaping Dry Container, shake to combine and seal.
  2. Store up to 6 months. Shake before using.

Pumpkin Spice Blend

Fall in love with this cozy, aromatic flavor. Sprinkle on popcorn and hot beverages or blend into bread, muffin or cake mixes.

8 tbsp. granulated sugar
1 tsp. kosher salt
8 tbsp. ground ginger
12 tbsp. ground cinnamon
3 tbsp. ground nutmeg
2 tbsp. ground clove
2 tbsp. ground allspice

  1. Combine ingredients in Counterscaping Dry Container, shake to combine and seal.
  2. Store up to 6 months. Shake before using.

DIY Seasoned Salt

Enhance the natural flavor of meats and vegetables.

1 cup kosher salt
2 tbsp. ground black pepper
3 tbsp. ground paprika
3 tbsp. garlic powder
¼ cup onion powder
2 tbsp. ground thyme

  1. Combine ingredients in Counterscaping Dry Container, shake to combine and seal.
  2. Store up to 6 months. Shake before using.

MT – Special hint about your spices at home.. Place a small amount of each spice you own on wax paper(for about an hour).. if the pile spreads over that time.. You guessed it.. BUGS! The Modular Mates and counterscaping dry containers are airtight so no bugs can get in from other products. And if your one product is infested, they will not spread to the rest of your pantry.

CHICKEN POBLANO CASSEROLE

Yield: 4

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 11 minutes

Total Time: 26 minutes

Ingredients

  • For the Chicken:
  • 1 cup elbow macaroni
  • 1½ lb. chicken breast, cut into ½-inch pieces
  • 1¼ kosher salt, divided
  • 2 poblano peppers, seeded, finely diced
  • 1 small red bell pepper, seeded, finely diced
  • For the Sauce
  • 1 cup crushed tomato
  • 1 (7-oz) can chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
  • 6 garlic cloves, peeled
  • 3 tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tsp. ground cumin
  • 1 tsp. ground cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp. ground cloves
  • 1 tsp. kosher salt

Instructions

  1. In the base of the Smart Multi-Cooker, add elbow macaroni and ¼ tsp. of the salt. Add water to the max fill line for steaming and stir.
  2. Place shielded colander into base. Add chicken and sprinkle with remaining salt, stir to distribute. Place shallow colander on top of shielded colander. Add peppers in an even layer. Cover and microwave on high power 10 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
  3. Remove cover and set aside. Transfer peppers into shielded colander with chicken. Using the shallow colander, drain pasta. Add pasta to chicken and peppers.
  4. Make the sauce. In the base of the Power Chef™ System fitted with blade attachment, add tomato, chipotle peppers, garlic, cocoa powder, cumin, cinnamon, cloves and salt. Cover and pull cord until well blended and smooth. Transfer sauce to the large Micro Pitcher and microwave 45 seconds on high power. Stir and microwave 45 seconds more. Add sauce to chicken mixture and stir to combine.
  5. Serve warm with your favorite fresh garnishes.

SOUTHWEST VEGGIE FRITTATA

Yields: 2 Servings

Ingredients

1⁄2 jalapeno pepper, seeded
1⁄2 small onion, peeled & halved
4 grape tomatoes
3 large eggs
1/8 tsp. coarse kosher salt
2 tbsp. water
1⁄2 cup pepper jack cheese, shredded

Instructions

  1. Combine jalapeno and onion in base of Chop ’N Prep Chef. Replace cover and pull cord to process until chopped.
  2. Add tomato to Chop ’N Prep Chef base, cover and pull cord until chopped.
  3. In Quick Shake® Container, combine eggs, salt and water, cover and shake vigorously until well combined.
  4. Pour mixture into Microwave Breakfast Maker, add veggies and sprinkle with cheese.
  5. Cover and microwave on high power 2 minutes and 15 seconds. If egg is not thoroughly cooked, add 15 seconds and check for doneness. Let cool slightly before serving.

Note: If desired, serve topped with additional cheese, tomatoes and fresh herbs.

CLASSIC CARAMEL CORN

Yields: 10 Servings

Ingredients

2 bags microwave popcorn 1 stick unsalted butter 1 cup light brown sugar ¼ cup light corn syrup 1 tsp baking soda 1 large brown paper bag.

Instructions

  1. Pop popcorn according to package directions, and pour both bags into the large brown paper bag.
  2. In TupperWave® Stack Cooker 1¾-Qt./1.75 L Casserole, microwave butter, brown sugar and corn syrup on high power 3–5 minutes until melted, stirring halfway through to combine.
  3. Stir baking soda into caramel mixture. Foaming is normal.
  4. Pour caramel mixture over popcorn and shake to coat popcorn.
  5. Place bag in microwave and heat on high power 1 minute, shake.
  6. If popcorn still isn’t evenly coated, return to microwave and heat 1 more minute on high power and shake again
  7. Allow to cool before enjoying.

5 QUICK SUMMER VEGAN RECIPES WORTH TRYING

Black Bean Burgers

Serves: 4

Serving size: 1 burger

Prep time: 15 minutes

Cook time: 18 minutes

Total time: 33 minutes

15-oz./425 g can black beans, strained

¾ cup plain breadcrumbs

1 red bell pepper

1 tsp. garlic powder

2 tbsp. cilantro, chopped

Juice of 1 lime

Salt and pepper, to taste

  1. In base of Power Chef® System, fitted with the blade attachment, place all ingredients, cover and pull cord until chunky and coarsely processed.
  2. Divide mixture into four equal portions. Roll the mixture into a ball then press down between hands to make a tight patty.
  3. Place 2 patties at a time in MicroPro® Grill and cover in grill position, so the cover is touching the food.
  4. Microwave on high power 8 minutes, flip and microwave on high power an additional 2 minutes.
  5. Now that your MicroPro Grill is hot, it requires less cooking time for additional patties. Microwave remaining patties for 6 minutes, flip and microwave an additional 2 minutes.
  6. Top with desired toppings and serve.

Crispy Grilled Tofu

Serves 4

Serving Size 1

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook time 20 minutes

Total time: 30 minutes

14 oz./415 g extra firm tofu, drained and patted dry

1 cup panko

2 tsp. garlic powder

2 tsp.  turmeric

2 tsp. cumin

1 tsp. kosher salt

  1. Cut tofu crosswise to yield 4 patties.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine panko and the remaining ingredients.
  3. Coat each piece of tofu with panko mixture.
  4. Place two pieces of tofu into base of MicroPro® Grill and place cover in grill position.
  5. Microwave on high power 10 minutes. At the end of cooking time, uncover, flip tofu, replace cover in grill position and place back into microwave and cook for additional 5 minutes on high power.
  6. Repeat cooking steps with remaining two pieces of tofu. Serve with favorite dipping sauce.

Crispy Chickpeas

Serves 4

Serving size ¾ cup

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total time: 25 minutes

Two 15-oz./425 g can chickpeas, drained

1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil

2 tsp. paprika

2 tsp. cumin

2 tsp. coriander

1 tsp. pepper

2 tsp. kosher salt

  1. Place chickpeas in medium bowl and add olive oil. Add remaining spices, seal and shake to evenly coat.
  2. Place chickpea mixture into base of MicroPro® Grill and cover in grill position. Make sure the cover is touching the chickpeas.
  3. Microwave on high power 10 minutes.
  4. At the end of cooking time, uncover and stir chickpeas. Replace cover in grill position and return to microwave to cook on high power for an additional 5 minutes.

Smoothie Bowl

Serves: 2

Serving Size: 1 cup

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Total time: 20 minutes

1 cup mixed berries

1 frozen banana, quartered

¾ cup coconut milk

Toppings of choice (shredded coconut, chia seeds, slivered almonds)

  1. Place mixed berries and banana in base of Power Chef® System, fitted with the blade attachment. Cover and pull cord to puree.
  2. Add milk and continue pulling cord until mixture is smooth.
  3. Serve with desired toppings.

WAFFLE BREAD

Yields: 4 Servings

Ingredients

1 cup self-rising flour
3 tbsp. sugar
½ tsp. salt
1/3 cup beer
1/2 cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425° F/218° Place Silicone Waffle Form on baking sheet and set aside.
  2. Place all ingredients in medium sized Thatsa® Bowl and mix until well combined.
  3. Divide batter evenly between all waffle cavities and bake for 12 minutes.
  4. Let cool for 5 minutes before unmolding.