Freeze Your Own Homemade TV Dinner

NESCO/American Harvest Vacuum Sealers are ideal for storing all types of food items. Vacuum sealing locks in freshness and flavor. Ordinary storage methods trap air in with your food causing it to loose nutrition and taste.

NESCO/American Harvest Vacuum Sealers are great for frozen plan-ahead meals and single serving meals, or, as we like to call them TV Dinners. Unlike prepackaged store dinners you get to decide the food items and amounts in each meal. At the same time you can avoid unwanted ingredients often found in premade processed foods. And, you'll be saving money!

Try making up your own TV Dinners with a Vacuum Sealer from NESCO/American Harvest. Let us know some of your favorites.

Holliday Hot Wings

Using your NESCO 11 Quart Pressure Cooker this recipe for Chicken Wings is simple and fast. Adding honey to your favorite Smokey BBQ sauce gives the wings that right touch of sweetness.

Ingredients:

12-14 chicken wings cut into pieces

1 cup of water

1 3/4 cups of smoky BBQ sauce divided

4 tablespoons of honey divided

Cut 12-14 chicken wings into 3 pieces - the drumettes, wingettes (often called flats) and the tips. For this recipe we'll use just the drummettes and wingettes. Save and freeze the tips for next time you make homemade chicken stock.

Add wing pieces to you NESCO Pressure Cooker with ¾ cup of your favorite smoky BBQ sauce, 1 cup of water and 2 tablespoons of honey. Lock lid and set regulator knob to SEAL. Set for ten minutes on High Pressure and cook.

When wings are finished after 10 minutes of cooking remove to lightly greased cookie sheet. Place under broiler for 5 minutes or until crispy brown. Remove from broiler. Combine remaining BBQ sauce and honey and brush wings lightly. Enjoy.

NOTE: Wings may vary in size when purchased. Larger wings may require extra cooking time to be fully cooked. If so reset your pressure cooker and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes. Repeat if needed.

Try this recipe and let us know what you think. Also, let us know some of your favorite NESCO Pressure Cooker recipes.

Healthy Avocado Toast with Eggs

Hard cooked eggs have never been easier with the NESCO deluxe Egg Cooker. Add the eggs to avocado toast for a healthy way to start your day.  

Healthy Avocado Toast with Hard Boiled Eggs

8 eggs

2 avocados

chia seeds

sunflower seeds

1/4 teaspoon salt

Freshly ground black pepper

Wholegrain bread

fresh basil leaves

Measure the amount of water for hard boiled marked on the measuring cup and pour water into base.   

Use the pin on the measuring cup and prick each egg before placing on the tray (reduces cracking egg shells).

Remove the eggs and peel the egg shells under cool running water. Slice the eggs in half lengthwise. Toast the bread and spread mashed avocado over the toast. Garnish with basil, chia seeds, sunflower seeds, salt to taste.

Place the halved hard boiled eggs on top. Sprinkle with fresh pepper and serve. Makes 8 slices.

White Chicken Chili

When it comes to making great White Chicken Chili NESCO makes it simple with their line of versatile Pressure Cookers. This recipe is hearty and healthy, one the whole family will love. 

White Chicken Chili - Pressure Cooker

1 lb cooked chicken

1 packet of McCormick White Chicken Chili Seasoning Mix

1 cup water

1 cup fresh chopped tomatoes

1 can of corn drained

1 can white beans un-drained

Sour cream and chives

Put chicken, water, beans, corn, tomatoes and seasoning in pressure cooker and cook for three minutes on HIGH pressure. Set regulator knob to SEAL. 

When complete, gently stir and serve with a dollop of sour cream and sprinkle of fresh chives.

Cooking Tips Using Bacon Fat

Almost anyone you talk with will tell you they love the taste of bacon. Here are a few bacon flavor tips when cooking with your NESCO 12” Electric Skillet.

§  Next time you make fried or scrambled eggs try substituting bacon fat in place of butter or oil.

§  After you fry bacon in you NESCO Electric Skillet use the drippings to make hot bacon dressing. It generally is served over spinach however other greens can work just as well.

§  Bacon drippings are also great for cooking greens such as kale and Brussels sprouts.

§  Next time you sauté shrimp or scallops try using a bit if bacon fat.

§  People often like to use bacon fat when making pancakes for a light smoky flavor.  And the perfect side to those pancakes – crispy bacon of course.

§  Bacon drippings also add a nice flavor to homemade skillet corn bread.

Try some of these bacon fat tips and let us know what you think. Also, let us know some of your favorite ways to cook with bacon drippings.

Toast Topping Tips

We all know of our traditional toast toppings such as our favorite butter, PB&J, cream cheese and so on. However it's fun to venture out.  Next time you make perfectly done toast in your NESCO Two Slice Toaster try one or more of the following. Let us know what you think, or some of your favorite or unusual toppings.

1. Peanut butter and mayo

2. Cold meatloaf and ketchup

3. Cheddar cheese and apple butter

4. Fried Spam and sliced pineapple

5. Peanut butter with a few drizzles of chocolate syrup

6. Cake frosting and crushed dried fruit

7. Cream cheese, cinnamon and thin sliced apple

8. Chocolate frosting, kiwi and pomegranate seeds

9. Chocolate frosting, marshmallows and pomegranate seeds

Chicken Roasting Tips

There are many great tips when roasting chickens in your NESCO 18 Quart Roaster oven. Here are a few to try.

1. Cook more than one chicken at a time. Your 18 Quart Roaster Oven can hold up to the chickens at a time. You can have one now and save the others for various recipes that call for cooked chicken, like chicken tacos or tasty chicken salad.

2. Some people like to tie the wings and legs down then cook their whole chicken breast side down for about twenty minutes. Then they turn it breast side up and finish cooking until done. It helps make for juicer white meat.

3. Try rubbing dried herbs under the breast and leg skin for a wonderful flavor. To do so take your fingers and very carefully separate the skin from the meat leaving skin attached in the back. Then sprinkle in and lightly spread your favorite dried herb over meat. Dried tarragon is great. Press skin back over meat. Tie legs together, roast and enjoy.

Try some of these tips and let us know what you think. Also let us know some of your favorite tips.

Candied Sweet Potatoes

If you like yams you’ll love this recipe for Orange-Flavored Candied Yams made simple in your NESCO 11 Quart Pressure Cooker. Grated orange zest really adds to the overall orange flavor. Brown sugar adds just the right amount of sweetness everyone will love.

Give this recipe a try and let us know what you think. Also let us know what are some or your favorite NESCO Pressure Cooker Recipes.

1 cup orange juice

2 large sweet potatoes (yams) 

salt, to taste

1/2 cup brown sugar

1 tsp grated orange zest

2 Tbsp butter

Pour the orange juice into the NESCO® 6 Qt. 3-in-1 Digital Pressure Cooker. 

Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them in half lengthwise. Arrange in a steamer basket (if available) and sprinkle with salt, brown sugar and orange zest. Dot with butter. Lower the steamer basket into the pressure cooker. Lock the lid in place and turn regulator knob to SEAL. Program for HIGH pressure and cook for 8 to 10 minutes.

When cooking is complete, use the Quick or Natural release method and open the lid. Lift out the sweet potatoes boil down the sauce until thickened and pour over the sweet potatoes.

Tips for Whipping Egg Whites

Whipping egg whites can be quick and simple with your NESCO Digital Hand Mixer. 

When whipping egg whites it's best to use a metal bowl such as stainless steel or copper. Avoid an aluminum bowl as it can alter the color of your eggs. 

Adding a half teaspoon of cream of tarter for two or more eggs will help keep the whipped egg whites firm.

When making meringue add 2 tablespoons of white sugar for each egg. Add sugar slowly while beating eggs. Whip until stiff peaks form.

Try some of these tips and let us know what you think. Also, let us know some of the recipes you make with your NESCO Hand Mixer.

Stir Fried Vegetable Delight

This vegetable packed dish is quick and simple with your NESCO 12 inch Electric Skillet. You'll love the depth of flavor and the freshness of all the vegetables. A touch of lemon juice adds just the right amount of brightness. For seafood lovers simply add the optional precooked shrimp.

Try and let know what you think. Also, let us know what other recipes you like to make in your NESCO Electric Skillet. 

1 Tbsp olive oil

1/3 lb green beans, sliced diagonally in 1 inch lengths

2 green or red peppers, seeded and sliced

1 carrot, coarsely grated

3/4 lb (30 medium) mushrooms, sliced

1 small bunch bok choy or chard

1-3 cloves garlic, minced

2 tsp fresh ginger root, grated

1 small red onion, sliced

1 zucchini, sliced

1/4 lb tofu, cubed

1½ tsp dried basil

1/2 tsp thyme

3 Tbsp minced parsley

1 tsp lemon juice

3 Tbsp soy sauce or to taste

6-8 Medium pre-cooked or fresh shrimp (optional)

Combine oil, garlic, ginger root, onion, peppers, beans and carrot and place in the preheated NESCO 12 inch Electric Skillet for 3 minutes.

Add mushrooms, bok choy, zucchini, tofu, herbs and shrimp. Pour lemon juice and soy sauce over vegetables and cook 3-5 minutes. 

Serve over rice. Serves 1-3.

Heating Up Your Holiday Drinks

The NESCO 1.8 Liter Glass Water Kettle is ideal for making delicious hot holiday drinks. It boils water faster than a microwave and uses half the energy of a stovetop. 1500 watts of power quickly heats water for all your drinks like Tom & Jerry’s, hot toddies, spiced teas and hot instant cocoas.

For great Tom & Jerry’s the Internet offers dozens of delicious recipes. The base of hot water, whipped eggs and liquor makes the perfect foundation for a rich creamy drink. From there the added flavor combinations are almost endless. Grated nutmeg and cinnamon are a favorite. Try a few and let us know what you think. Also let us know what are some of your favorite uses for your NESCO Glass Water Kettle.

Cinnamon Coffee

For your next party treat your guest to a cup of Fresh Brewed Cinnamon Coffee from your NESCO 25 Cup Coffee Urn. Simply add two to three teaspoons of ground cinnamon sprinkled over your favorite coffee grounds before brewing a full urn. Not only does it add a light wonderful flavor, the aroma is absolutely heavenly. For a creamy and sweeter flavor, serve with half-and-half and your favorite sweetener on the side. Your guests will love it.

Experiment with various amounts of cinnamon, or other additions such as a dash of nutmeg. Let us know what you think. Also share with us some of your favorite coffee tips. 

Tea Tips. Yummy Good.

This holiday season try using dehydrated fruits for a boost of flavor to your cup of tea. Start with a cup of hot water from your NESCO Glass Water Kettle and your favorite tea. Then add ground dehydrated dried oranges and dried cinnamon apple slices. This also works great with cider or plain hot water. Start with small amounts and adjust to your liking.

Another favorite of ours is just plain hot water with dried lemon slices from our NESCO/American Harvest Food Dehydrator and a mint leaf . . . mmm good.

Try one of these tips and let us know what you think. Or if you have a tip to share we would love to hear.

Whipped Mashed Potatoes

Delicious fluffy mashed potatoes are a holiday staple. Use your NESCO Hand mixer this season to whip up some potatoes in no time!

5 medium sized potatoes

1/8 cup millk

3 T butter

Boil a medium size saucepan half full of water, and add a pinch of salt. Add potatoes to pot; the water should cover the potatoes. Simmer for 10 minutes, or until potatoes are easily pierced by a fork. Drain.

Transfer potatoes to a large mixing bowl. Add butter or margarine and milk, and mash with a potato masher. When well mashed, whip for a minute or two with NESCO hand mixer set on medium speed.

5 servings.

Add Color to Your Buffet Table with NESCO's Slow Cookers!

Keep your holiday appetizers and sauces tasty and warm in colorful 1.5 Qt Slow Cookers from NESCO. From rich brown meatballs and honey wings, to golden cheese sauces and hot bean dips, NESCO Slow Cookers helps make your table more festive.

Lets us know what recipes you like to make in your NESCO 1.5 Qt Slow Cooker.

Whole Cooked Lemony Chicken

Next time you cook a whole chicken in your NESCO 12" Electric Skillet try this tip if you like lemony chicken. Simply take one whole lemon and pierce six to eight times with a fork to let flavor come through. Place inside the cavity of the chicken after adding a dash of salt and pepper. Tie legs shut and cook until done.

For an added tasty flavor take one-half or whole tablespoon of dried tarragon and sprinkle half of the amount in the cavity of the chicken before adding the salt, pepper and pierced lemon. Take the remaining tarragon and sprinkle over the bird and cook until done. Enjoy.

The drippings make the base for a fantastic sauce.

Try this lemony tip and let us know what you think. Also, let us know some of your whole chicken cooking tips.

NESCO Pressure Cooker

Dill and Cucumber Salad

The NESCO 8 Cup Food Processor is the ideal helper when it comes to making this Dill and Cucumber Salad. It slices cucumbers evenly and fast, cutting preparation time to a fraction of hand slicing. The sweet and sour dill dressing is perfect with the cucumbers and will surely be loved by everyone.

Ingredients

4 large cucumbers

1 onion

1 tablespoon dried dill weed

1 cup white sugar

 1/2 cup white vinegar

1/2 cup water

1 teaspoon salt (optional)

Directions

Using the slicing blade, slice cucumbers in the NESCO Food Processor. Remove to a large bowl. Next cut onion into chunks to fit into feed tube and slice in Food Processor. Place in bowl with the cucumbers. Combine cucumbers, onions and dill. In a medium size bowl combine sugar, vinegar, water and salt; stir until the sugar dissolves. Pour the liquid mixture over the cucumber mixture. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.

Garlic and Herb Portabella Mushrooms

The NESCO Reversible Grill and Griddle works great for making Garlic and Herb Portabella Mushrooms. Equal amounts of shallots, garlic, basil and chives give the mushrooms an elegant savory flavor. Enjoy these tasty Portabella Mushrooms as a meaty main course or as a delicious side dish.

Garlic and Herb Portabella Mushrooms

4 portabella mushrooms, stems removed, rinsed and dried well

3 teaspoons olive oil

1 1/2 teaspoons diced shallots

1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic

1 1/2 teaspoons finely diced fresh basil 

1 1/2 teaspoons finely diced fresh chives

Salt and pepper as desired

Preheat electric griddle to medium. Place griddle near an exhaust hood, as the oil may produce smoke.

Place the mushroom caps on a plate. Add the olive oil, shallots, garlic, basil and chives to a bowl and blend well.

Spread the olive oil herb mixture evenly over the tops (the flat side) of the mushrooms with the small spoon.

Place mushrooms, flat side up, on griddle. Cook about 5 minutes. Serve as a side dish (sprinkle with shaved cheese if desired) or as the filling in a sandwich.

Yield: 4 servings

Creamy Herb Pasta

The NESCO 18 Quart Roaster Oven is ideal for roasting up to a 22 lb turkey. It’s also perfect for large size recipes when you have a sizable group to cook for.  This recipe for Creamy Herb Pasta serves 25 guests and is extremely easy to make. Simply add all the ingredients, cook for 45 to 50 minutes, and enjoy.

3 lb wide egg noodles, cooked, drained

2 Tbsp all-purpose flour

2 cups half and half

1/2 cup parsley, chopped

2 cups milk

1/4 cup chopped chives

4 Pkg (8 oz ea) cream cheese, softened, cubed

1 - 2 Tbsp Italian seasoning

1 cup butter or margarine, room temp.

salt and pepper to taste

Preheat Nesco® Roaster Oven to 425° F.

Combine all ingredients in cookwell; stir gently until well mixed. Cover; bake 45 to 50 minutes or until set.

To hold: Reduce temperature to 250° F and add milk if pasta begins to dry out.

Serves 25

NESCO 8 Cup Food Processor Easy Tomato Salsa

The NESCO  8 Cup Food Processor makes fresh salsa fast and easy. The recipe below includes green bell pepper for bit of crunch and color along with its zesty flavor. However many people prefer to use a yellow or red pepper for its slightly lighter taste. Also, for less heat simply remove the jalapeno seeds before finely chopping.

Ingredients

3 cups tomatoes

1/2 cup green bell pepper

1 cup onion

1/4 cup fresh cilantro

2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

 4 teaspoons chopped fresh jalapeno pepper (including seeds)

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Place the tomatoes, green bell pepper, onion, cilantro, lime juice, jalapeno pepper, cumin, salt, and pepper in the food processor. Pulse to chop and blend. Serve  and enjoy!

NESCO Dehydrator Special Apple Snacks

People love these Special Apple Snacks made with the NESCO/American Harvest Snackmaster Dehydrator. Pineapple juice combined with a touch of sugar and cinnamon give these apple chips a wonderful flavor to be enjoyed everyday whether at home or on the go.

4 apples

1/4 cup pineapple juice

1 Tbsp sugar

1 tsp ground cinnamon

Peel apples. Cut into 1/4” thick rings or slices. Dip slices in pineapple juice for 1 minute. Place dipped apples on a mesh-lined Clean-a-Screen® positioned on a Nesco®/American Harvest® dehydrator tray. 

Mix together the sugar and cinnamon and sprinkle on top of apples. Dry for 6 to 10 hours at 135º F until crisp. 

Cool and store in an airtight container.

Seasonal Pumpkin Bread in the 18 Qt Roaster Oven

The NESCO 18 Quart Roaster Oven is ideal for roasting up to a 22 lb turkey. It's also perfect as an energy saving oven for making your favorite breads. This Seasonal Pumpkin Bread recipe can be made year round. However it's especially appreciated during autumn and the holiday seasons. 

1 cup canned pumpkin

2 eggs

1/2 cup corn oil

3 Tbsp water

1¾ cup flour

1½ tsp pumpkin pie spice

1 tsp baking soda

1/2 tsp salt

1½ cup sugar

Preheat NESCO 18 Qt Roaster Oven to 350º F. 

In a bowl, combine pumpkin, eggs, oil and water. Mix well with your NESCO® Hand Mixer. In another bowl, sift dry ingredients together. Add pumpkin mixture and mix well. 

Pour into greased loaf pan. Place pan on rack in roaster. Bake 1 hour and 10 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. 

Remove from pan and cool.

Bread Pudding

This recipe for Bread Pudding is made simple with your 8 Qt Slow Cooker from Open Country by NESCO. With equal amounts of cream and Nutella® you'll enjoy a pudding that's rich and silky with every spoonful.

1 cup bread, cubed and dice and place into buttered ceramic cooking pot of your Camouflage Nesco® 8qt Slow Cooker.

In a separate bowl combine;

4 eggs

1½ cups milk

1/2 cup cream

1/4 cup sugar

1/2 cup Nutella®

1/2 tsp vanilla

1 tsp salt

Whisk until smooth, pour over bread cubes and press cubes until all liquid is absorbed. 

Cook on LOW setting for 3 hours. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream. 

Apricot-Raisin Granola

Make you own fresh and wholesome granola at home with a Food Dehydrator from NESCO/American Harvest. This recipe for Apricot-Raisin Granola is one you’ll want to make again and again. A tasty way to start your day, or as a snack at home or away.

4 cups old-fashioned oatmeal (not quick) or rolled oats

1/2 cup vegetable oil

1/2 cup brown sugar

1/2 cup sunflower seeds

1/2 cup almonds, sliced

1/2 cup apricots, chopped

1/2 cup raisins

Pour 4 cups oatmeal or rolled oats into bowl. Add oil and brown sugar (more sugar for sweeter bars). Toss gently until blended. Add sunflower seeds and almonds. Mix well. 

Sprinkle onto Solid Fruit Roll Sheets 1/2 inches thick. Place in your Nesco®/American Harvest® Dehydrator on dehydrator trays. Dry 4 to 7 hours at 145° F until crunchy. 

Toss with apricots and raisins. Store in air-tight container.

Vacuum Sealers: A great way to preserve and store foods

NESCO/American Harvest Vacuum Sealers are ideal for storing all types of food items. Vacuum sealing locks in freshness and flavor. Ordinary storage methods trap air in with your food causing it to loose nutrition and taste.

NESCO Vacuum Sealers are perfect for protecting and preserving a variety of food items including cheese, vegetables, fish, wild game, and domestic meats.

Banana Bread with NESCO/American Harvest Bread Machine

Make "Homemade Bread" without all the work. Just add the ingredients and let your NESCO/American Harvest Bread Maker do all the work. This recipe for Banana Bread is so simple and tasty you'll want to make it over and over again.

2 large eggs

1/3 cup butter

1 oz. milk

2 bananas, mashed

1/3 cup butter

1 oz. milk

2 bananas, mashed

1 1/3 cups bread flour

2/3 cup sugar

1 1/4 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp baking soda

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 cup chopped nuts

Put the wet ingredients in the bread pan.

In a mixing bowl, mix the dry ingredients and then add to the bread pan.

Press Menu button; Select Program #4

Press Crust Color button to the desired crust color.

Press the Start- Stop button or select the delayed start button.

Note: Use a spatula to scrape sides of the pan after mixing five min. to remove flour pockets.

Kale and Blueberry Dehydrating tips

Tip #1

Did you know that drying Kale only takes a short time of drying? Substitute them for those high calorie snacks and you will do your body good.

Average Drying Time: 2 – 4hrs.

Tip #2

Did you know you can speed up the drying time in blueberries by cracking the skin? Use either method - boiling them in hot water for 1 to 2 minutes and rinse immediately in cold water, or freezing them for a couple of days, thaw and dry.

Average Drying Time: 10-18hrs.

Slow Cooker Lasagna

If you like Italian food you'll love this recipe for Lasagna made simple with your 8 Qt Slow Cooker from Open Country by NESCO. With just a few simple ingredients you'll have a light fresh dish you'll love to serve to family and friends.

In 8 quart Camouflage Nesco® Slow Cooker cooking pot, put two cups of your favorite meat or veggie tomato sauce. Put three lasagna noodles on top, then another layer of sauce and 1/2 cup of shredded cheese. Continue to build two more layers and reserve 1/2 cup of cheese. 

Cover and cook on LOW for 6 hours. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and cook an additional 10 minutes. 

Serve warm.

Lemon Herb Chicken in the Roaster Oven

The NESCO 18 Quart Roaster Oven is ideal for making tender, juicy chicken. This recipe uses lemon juice and a touch of thyme to give your chicken a bright fresh flavor in every forkful.

3 lb whole, broiler-fryer chicken
1/2 tsp thyme
1/4 tsp onion powder
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp pepper
1 lemon, sliced
2 Tbsp butter or margarine, melted
juice of 1 lemon

Sprinkle inside of chicken cavity with thyme, onion powder, garlic powder and pepper. Place lemon slices inside cavity. Place on rack in Nesco® Roaster Oven. Brush with melted butter and drizzle with lemon juice. Cover and cook at 375°F for 1 hour 15 minutes, or until meat thermometer inserted in breast registers 185°F. Serves 4 to 6.

SLOW COOK: Prepare recipe as directed. Cover and cook at 225°F for 6 to 8 hours.

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Simple Apple Chips

Simple Apple Chips 

1 bag granny smith or other firm apples, cored and peeled

cinnamon sugar

Apples should be sliced at 1/4 inches thick. Place slices on a sheet of wax paper and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar lightly over the apple slices. 

Spread the slices on your Nesco®/American Harvest® Dehydrator trays. 

Set the temperature to 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Allow 4-10 hours to dry.

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Vacuum Sealers: A great way to preserve and store foods

With Nesco®/American Harvest®'s line of Vacuum Sealers you'll receive top of the line performance, removing air from our specially designed vacuum bags and locking in freshness. Ordinary storage methods trap air in with your food causing it to lose nutrition and flavor. Vacuum sealing is perfect for protecting and preserving a variety of food items including cheese, vegetables, fish, wild game, and domestic meats. 

Marinate and store meats ahead of time so they're ready for the grill when you are. Create home made frozen meals by cooking large batches and freezing. 

Save money! Buy in bulk and vacuum seal into smaller portions. Vacuum seal dehydrated food for long term storage!

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Deluxe Deep Fryer: Simple Crispy Fish Sticks

Crispy homemade Fish Sticks are made simple with Deep Fryers by NESCO®. This easy recipe takes minutes to prepare and one you'll want to have over and over.

Simple Crispy Fish Sticks

1 lb fish fillets, skinless-fresh or frozen, thawed

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

1 tsp salt

1/4 tsp pepper

2 eggs, lightly beaten

1 cup bread crumbs, dry-fine

Remove basket and preheat oil to 300 degrees Fahrenheit in Nesco® Deep Fryer. Cut fish into 1 inch strips. Combine flour, salt, and pepper. Dip strips in flour mixture, then into eggs. Coat with bread crumbs. 

Lower basket into oil. Use a heat-resistant, metal spoon to place fish in oil. Cook 3 to 5 minutes at 375 degrees Fahrenheit. 

Serves 4.

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Jet Stream Oven: Easy Parmesan Potatoes

Enjoy a touch of Italy with delicious Parmesan Coated Potatoes. The NESCO® Jet Stream2 Oven® makes them simple and fast in about 18 minutes.

Easy Parmesan Potatoes

4 (6 oz) baking potatoes 

1/4 cup melted butter

1/4 cup grated Parmesan Cheese 

pepper (to taste)

salt (to taste)

Cut each potato into lengthwise quarters. Brush all sides with melted butter. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper.

Place ingredients in your Nesco®/American Harvest® Jet Stream2 Oven®

Settings:

Time - 18 minutes

Temperature - 400°F

Fan speed - HI

Bake accordingly until lightly browned and tender.

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18 Qt Camouflage Roaster Oven: Tasty Cabbage Rolls

These hearty Cabbage Rolls blend just the right amount hamburger and rice for a satisfying meal. The 18 Quart Camouflage Roaster from Open Country® by NESCO® makes it simple at home or in your Northwoods cabin. 

Tasty Cabbage Rolls

1 large head of cabbage

3 pounds hamburger 

3 13 oz cans tomato soup 

2 sticks of butter (slice 1 stick) 

2 cups rice, cooked 

2 eggs 

1/2 cup bread crumbs 

salt and pepper to taste

2 quarts water

To prepare cabbage for rolling hamburger, I like to do it the old fashioned way by floating it in a large pot of boiling water. Carefully cut slices so each cabbage leaf floats off of head. Remove leaves and drain on paper towels. Cut spine out of leaf.

Prepare beef for rolling, mix rice, bread crumbs, eggs, hamburger, salt and pepper. Roll individual leaves of cabbage with meat mixture. 

Melt 1 stick of butter in cookwell while preheating 12 or 18 quart Nesco® Roaster Oven to 350 degrees. Place cabbage rolls in cookwell. After 1 layer, pour soup on top. Add butter slices. Layer this way until done. Add water to almost cover cabbage rolls. 

Cook 1 to 2 hours. 

Serves 18 to 24

Submitted by Karen Moreno, from Macomb, Michigan.


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12” Extra Deep Electric Skillet: Philly Cheese Steak Sandwiches

Who doesn't love a really good Philly Cheese Steak Sandwich? The 12" Electric Skillet by NESCO® makes them simple and tasty. NESCO® Skillets are perfect for countertop cooking at home, in your RV or camper. 

1 tsp vegetable oil

2 cups thinly sliced onion 

2 red or green bell peppers, cored, seeded and thinly sliced

6 oz provolone cheese*

4 oval sandwich rolls, sliced in half

1 lb thinly sliced beefsteak (eye of round, or sirloin)

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

Preheat Nesco® 12 inch Electric Skillet to 300ºF. Add oil and stir to coat skillet bottom. Add onions and peppers, cook for 2 minutes. Add water and stir until onion/pepper mixture is soft and water has evaporated (about 3-4 minutes). 

Remove mixture and keep warm. Warm buns until lightly toasted. Place 1 oz cheese on each warm bun.

Increase heat in skillet to 350ºF. Season meat with salt and pepper. Sear each piece of meat 1-2 minutes per side until browned. *Note: overcooking meat will cause it to be tough.

Place meat on cheese and top with onions and peppers.

Optional: May use American, cheddar or mozzarella cheese if desired.

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Roaster Oven Spicy Enchiladas

The NESCO® 6 Quart Roaster Oven is perfect for making Spicy Enchiladas. From frying the corn tortillas to baking the cheese covered enchiladas it's simple, fun and tasty.

12 Corn Tortillas

Salad oil - for frying tortillas

2 cups Enchilada Sauce

3/4 cup Onion, chopped

1½ cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese, grated

Filling

1 lb Lean ground beef

1 medium Onion, chopped

1/2 cup Enchilada Sauce

Remove cookwell from Nesco® 6 Qt. Roaster Oven. Cover roaster base and preheat at 350ºF. Brown meat in fry pan; add onion and cook until onion is soft. Add enchilada sauce. Simmer about 10 minutes. Set aside. In fry pan, heat oil and fry tortillas in oil just long enough to soften. Dip in enchilada sauce. Put about 3 Tbsp filling in center, sprinkle with 2 tsp onion and overlap edges at center. 

Wipe cookwell with vegetable oil. Place filled enchiladas side by side into cookwell. Pour remaining sauce over enchiladas and sprinkle grated cheese over all. Remove cover and place cookwell into roaster. Cover and bake about 30 minutes or until hot throughout. Serve with sour cream.

Serves 4 to 6

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Creamy Deviled Eggs

The new Deluxe Egg Cooker from NESCO® makes preparing eggs simple and convenient. The following recipe uses white vinegar and yellow mustard to give deviled eggs a rich and distinctive flavor everyone will love.

Deviled Eggs

8 eggs

1/3 cup mayonnaise

1 ½ teaspoon white vinegar

1 ½ teaspoon yellow mustard

1/4 teaspoon salt

Freshly ground black pepper

Smoked Spanish paprika, for garnish

Measure the amount of water for "hard boiled" marked on the measuring cup and pour water into base.  

Use the pin on the measuring cup and prick each egg before placing on the tray (reduces cracking egg shells).

Remove the eggs and peel the egg shells under cool running water. Slice the eggs in half lengthwise, placing the yolks in a bowl, and the whites on a plate. Mash the yolks using a fork into a crumble, and add mayonnaise, vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper. Mix well. 

Evenly spoon the yolk mixture into the egg whites. Sprinkle with paprika and serve.

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Homemade Egg Salad

Homemade Egg Salad is simple with the Deluxe Egg Cooker from NESCO®. Two mustard flavors and lemon juice combine for a fresh taste that will keep people coming back for more.

Egg Salad

8 eggs

1/3 cup mayonnaise

1 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard

1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard

1/2 lemon, juiced

1/3 cup chopped green onions

Salt and pepper to taste

Measure the amount of water for "hard boiled" marked on the measuring cup and pour water into base.   

Use the pin on the measuring cup and prick each egg before placing on the tray (reduces cracking egg shells).

Remove the eggs and peel the egg shells under cool running water. In a medium bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, yellow mustard, lemon juice and green onions. Chop the eggs into big chunks and mix gently with the dressing. Season with salt and pepper.

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