Jalapeno Popper Casserole

Jalapeno Popper Pasta Casserole

Add a kick to your weekly meal plan by adding this hearty casserole! Simply combine Mrs. Gerry’s Jalapeno Popper Pasta with cheeses and chicken, and top with breadcrumbs. Throw in it the oven and enjoy a flavorful supper, with plenty of leftovers.

Ingredients

• 5 lbs. Mrs. Gerry's Jalapeno Popper Pasta Salad

• 1 lb. cooked chicken, pulled or cubed (optional)

• 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

• 1 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese

• ½ cup breadcrumbs

• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F.

2. In a large bowl, combine Jalapeno Popper Pasta Salad, chicken, Cheddar and Mozzarella cheeses.

3. Place into a 9x13" casserole pan. In a separate bowl, ,combine breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle evenly onto casserole.

4. Bake at 425°F for 20 minutes.

   Makes about 12 servings.

Pimento Cheese Spread French Bread

Pimento Cheese Spread French Bread

Ingredients

• Mrs. Gerry’s Pimento Cheese Spread

• French bread loaf

Instructions

Spread Pimento Cheese Spread over French bread loaf and bake until cheese melts.

Dried Beef and Pimento Cheese Dip

Dried Beef and Pimento Cheese Dip

Ingredients

• Mrs. Gerry’s Pimento Cheese Spread

• Dried beef

Instructions

Finely chop dried beef and add to Pimento Cheese Spread for a veggie and cracker dip.

Garlic Chicken Casserole

Garlic Chicken Casserole

Ingredients

• 2 lbs. Mrs. Gerry's Roasted Garlic Pasta, drained

• 1-10¾ oz. can condensed cream of chicken soup

• ½ cup sour cream

• 2 cups diced cooked chicken

• 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers (about 18 crackers)

• ¼ cup butter, melted

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F. Spoon off some of the dressing from the Roasted Garlic Pasta and discard. Combine salad, soup and sour cream; stir to blend. Stir in chicken; mix gently. Pour into greased 2 quart casserole. Spread crushed crackers over all; drizzle with melted butter. Bake at 350°F uncovered, for 1-1½ hours.

Tortellini Carbonara Clam Chowder

Tortellini Carbonara Clam Chowder

Ingredients

• 1 (5 lb.) container Mrs. Gerry's Tortellini Carbonara Pasta Salad

• 6 cups cubed, cooked potatoes

• 8 cups (2 quarts) half and half

• 8 cups (2 quarts) vegetable broth

• 4 (6.5 oz) cans clams, undrained

• 1 tbsp. salt

• ½ tbsp. dry thyme

Instructions

In a large stockpot combine Tortellini Carbonara Pasta Salad and all other ingredients. Heat over medium high heat, stirring occasionally to 165°- 180°F. Makes about 10-12 servings. Serve immediately or maintain at 165ºF to 180ºF.

Green Bean & Turkey Casserole

Green Bean & Turkey Casserole

Ingredients

• 4 cups cubed cooked turkey or chicken

• 4 cups frozen cut green beans (or frozen broccoli or peas)

• 2 (10.75 oz.) cans condensed cream of mushroom soup

• 2/3 cup milk

• 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided

• 2 (2.8 oz.) cans French fried onions

• 1 (5 lb.) bag Mrs. Gerry's Premium Mashed Potatoes, heated according to package directions

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F. In a large saucepan gently heat together, turkey, green beans, 1 cup cheese, soup, and milk. Cook 6-8 minutes stirring occasionally until mixture is heated through. Place mixture into a lightly greased 4 inch deep half pan. Spread heated mashed potatoes evenly over the top of mixture. Bake at 375°F for 30 minutes uncovered or until mixture is 165° to 180°F. Sprinkle the remaining cheese and 2 cans of French fried onions, evenly over the top and bake for another 10 minutes. Serve immediately or maintain at 165° to 180°F.

Mac & Cheese Lasagna

Mac & Cheese Lasagna

Ingredients

• 1 (5 lb.) bag Mrs. Gerry's Premium Macaroni & Cheese, heated according to package directions

• 1/2 lb. ground beef, browned, crumbled and drained

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 1 (24 oz.) jar Prego Traditional Italian Sauce

• 1 (8 oz.) pkg. shredded Mozzarella cheese

• 1 (8 oz.) pkg. shredded Provolone cheese

• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• Additional warm Prego Traditional Italian Sauce, optional

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F. In a large saucepan, brown ground beef. Season with salt and pepper; drain. Add Italian sauce and heat gently. Generously spray a deep 9x13 inch lasagna pan (or a 4 inch foodservice half pan) with cooking spray. Layer ingredients in this order: half of Macaroni & Cheese, half of each of the cheeses, and half of the meat sauce. Repeat layers. Bake uncovered one hour or until center is 165° to 180°F. Serve immediately or maintain at 165° to 180°F.

Vegetarian Pizza

Vegetarian Pizza

Ingredients

• 1-12 inch pizza crust

• 10 oz. Spinach Artichoke Dip (view recipe HERE)

• 1 Roma tomato, sliced

• 1 oz. green bell pepper, sliced

• 1 oz. red bell pepper, sliced

• 1 oz. red onion, sliced

• 2 oz. canned sliced mushrooms, drained

• 3 oz. shredded Mozzarella cheese

Instructions

Spread Spinach Artichoke Dip over pizza dough. Arrange tomatoes, bell peppers, onions and mushrooms on dip. Top with cheese. Bake according to pizza crust directions, approximately 450°F for 10 minutes or until golden brown. Serve immediately.

Egg Salad Breakfast Sandwich

Egg Salad Breakfast Sandwich

Ingredients

• 2 cups (16 oz.) Mrs. Gerry’s Homestyle Egg Salad

• 1/2 cup cooked bacon bits

• ¼  teaspoon ground black pepper

• 4  slices bread, toasted

• Optional toppings:  Fresh arugula leaves, chopped tomato

Instructions

In a medium bowl, combine Mrs. Gerry’s Homestyle Egg Salad, bacon, and black pepper.  Top toasted bread with about ½ cup of the egg salad mixture.  If desired, top with arugula and/or tomatoes.  Serve immediately. Makes four servings.

Smores Dessert Cup

Smores Dessert Cup

Ingredients

• 3 lbs. Mrs. Gerry’s Cookies ‘N’ Crème

• 1-10 oz. bag mini marshmallows

• 10 oz. (about 12) chocolate covered graham cracker cookies, crushed

Instructions

Combine all ingredients. Chill to 33° to 39°F before serving. If desired, garnish with chocolate pieces, graham crackers and mini marshmallows.

CBLT Wrap

CBLT Wrap

Ingredients

• 1 large leaf iceberg lettuce, washed & dried

• 1/2 cup Mrs. Gerry’s Homestyle Chicken Salad

• 1 tablespoon chopped cooked bacon or bacon bits

• 1/4 cup fresh tomatoes, chopped

Instructions

To assemble, place chicken salad in the center of the lettuce leaf; sprinkle bacon, and tomatoes on top.     

Makes one lettuce leaf cup.

Layered Mexican Dip Cups

Layered Mexican Dip Cups

Ingredients

• 1 cup Mrs. Gerry’s Mexican Style Street Corn

• 1 cup guacamole

• 2 cups refried beans

• 2 cups Mrs. Gerry’s Southwestern Dip

• 2  cups sour cream

• Optional toppings: sliced black olives, shredded cheese, chopped tomatoes

Instructions

In a medium bowl, mix the Mrs. Gerry’s Mexican Style Street Corn and guacamole.  To assemble dip cups layer even amounts (about 2 ounces) of each ingredient in a clear plastic cup - refried beans, Mrs. Gerry’s Southwestern Dip, guacamole mixture, and sour cream.  If desired sprinkle with topping(s).  Serve with tortilla chips.

Makes about eight (8 oz.) servings.

Fruity Chicken Salad

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Ingredients

• 5 lbs. Mrs. Gerry’s Homestyle Chicken Salad

• 2/3 cup raisins

• 2/3 cup walnuts

• 1 cup red seedless grapes, halved

Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients.

2. Chill to 33° to 39°F before serving.

3. Enjoy!

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Mac & Cheese Board

Mac & Cheese Board

Whether you serve up a mac & cheese bar or a fun charcuterie-like board, a center piece like Mrs. Gerry's Premium or Gourmet Macaroni & Cheese paired with endless topping combinations is sure to please.

Topping Ideas

PROTEINS: Bacon bits, Chicken, Diced ham, Ground beef, Lobster, Tuna

VEGGIES: Broccoli, Diced tomatoes, Jalapenos, Mushrooms, Onions, Peas

CHEESE: Cheddar cheese, Mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese

CRUNCH: Breadcrumbs, Crushed cheese-flavored crackers, Crushed nacho-flavored chips

SAUCE: Hot sauce, Salsa, Sour cream

Macaroni Cheeseburger Soup

Macaroni Cheeseburger Soup

Ingredients

• 2 ½ lbs. lean ground beef

• 1 ½ cups onion, chopped

• 2 Tbsp. seasoning salt

• 4 cups (32 oz.) beef broth

• 1 (5 lb.) bag Mrs. Gerry's Premium Macaroni & Cheese

Instructions

1. In a medium stockpot, combine ground beef, chopped onions, and seasoning salt; brown over medium high heat stirring occasionally.

2. Stir in beef broth and Mrs. Gerry’s Premium Macaroni & Cheese, continuing to heat until soup temperature reaches 165°F to 180°F. Serve immediately or maintain at temperature.

If desired, serve with your favorite burger toppings: crumbled bacon, dill pickles, chopped tomatoes, avocado, or sautéed mushrooms.

Mac & Cheese Waffles

Mac & Cheese Waffles

Ingredients

• 1 (5 lb.) bag Mrs. Gerrys Premium Macaroni & Cheese

• 1 ½ cups corn meal

• 1 ¾ cup pancake mix

• 4 beaten eggs

Instructions

1. Preheat waffle iron. In a large mixing bowl, combine Mrs. Gerrys Premium Macaroni & Cheese, corn meal, pancake mix, and eggs. Mix well.

2. Spray waffle iron with non-stick spray, fill with 5 oz. of mix; do not over fill.

3. Cook waffle for approximately 4-5 minutes or until golden brown.

White Penne Pizza

White Penne Pizza

Ingredients

• Unbaked pizza crust

• Mrs. Gerry's Gourmet Macaroni & Cheese

• Spinach

• Diced tomatoes

• Chicken

• Shredded Mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses

Instructions

1. Arrange Mrs. Gerry's Gourmet Macaroni & Cheese on top of unbaked pizza crust.

2. Top with spinach, tomatoes, chicken and cheeses.

3. Bake at 350°F until pizza reaches a minimum of 165°F.

Tuscan Macaroni & Cheese

Tuscan Macaroni & Cheese

Ingredients

• 1 (5 lb.) bag Mrs. Gerry’s Gourmet Macaroni & Cheese

• ½ lb. Tuscan chicken

• 1 oz. sundried tomatoes

• 2.8 oz. precooked bacon pieces

• 4 oz. fresh spinach leaves

Instructions

1. Combine Gourmet Macaroni & Cheese, chicken, sundried tomatoes and bacon pieces.

2. Heat to 165°F.

3. Right before serving, toss in spinach leaves.

Jalapeno Popper Mac & Cheese

Jalapeno Popper Mac & Cheese

Ingredients

• 1 (5 lb.) bag Mrs. Gerry’s Gourmet Macaroni & Cheese

• 1 cup coarsely chopped pickled jalapenos

• ½ cup fully cooked bacon, finely chopped (or precooked real bacon bits)

Instructions

1. Heat Mrs. Gerry’s Gourmet Macaroni & Cheese according to package directions.

2. Carefully pour hot Gourmet Macaroni & Cheese into a large mixing bowl. Stir in jalapenos and bacon until thoroughly combined.

3. Pour into a half pan. Serve immediately or maintain at 165º to 180ºF on a steam table.

Steak Taco

Steak Taco

Instructions

• Tortillas

• Flank steak, grilled and sliced

• Mrs. Gerry’s Mexican Style Street Corn, heated

• Lime wedges, optional

Instructions

Layer steak and Mexican Style Street Corn in tortilla. Garnish with lime. Serve immediately.