Bacon Ranch Veggie Squares Recipes

GARDEN VEGGIE PIZZA SQUARES

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
• Roll out crescent rolls onto a large non-stick baking sheet. Stretch and flatten to form a single rectangular shape on the baking sheet. Bake 11 to 13 minutes in the preheated oven, or until golden brown. Allow to cool.
• Place cream cheese in a medium bowl. Mix cream cheese with 1/2 of the ranch dressing mix. Adjust the amount of dressing mix to taste. Spread the mixture over the cooled crust. Arrange carrots, red bell pepper, broccoli and green onions on top. Chill in the refrigerator approximately 1 hour. Cut into bite-size squares to serve.

COLD VEGGIE SQUARES

Steps:

• Without separating the dough, roll out both packs of crescent rolls onto a baking sheet, forming them into a single, flat surface. Bake according to the directions on the package. Allow the finished rolls to cool.
• In a bowl, Mix together the cream cheese, mayonnaise, basil and garlic powder. Spread the mixture evenly over the surface of the rolls. Spread the broccoli, cauliflower and carrots on top of the cream cheese mixture. Sprinkle the salad seasoning mix over all. Cut into squares and serve.

CHEESY BACON RANCH POTATO FOIL PACKS

Steps:

• Heat gas or charcoal grill. Cut 2 (18x12-inch) sheets of heavy-duty foil. Spray with cooking spray.
• Add cut potatoes to medium bowl. Drizzle with oil; sprinkle with ranch dip mix. Add jalapeño chile; stir until evenly coated. Place equal amount of mixture on center of each sheet of foil. Evenly sprinkle with bacon.
• Bring up 2 sides of foil so edges meet. Seal edges, making tight 1/2-inch fold; fold again, allowing space for heat circulation and expansion. Fold other sides to seal.
• Place packs on grill over medium heat. Cover grill; cook 12 minutes. Rotate packs 1/2 turn; cook 12 to 14 minutes longer or until potatoes are tender. Remove packs from grill, cut large X across top of each pack. Carefully fold back foil, and sprinkle potatoes with cheese. If desired, garnish with sliced jalapeño chile.

VEGAN CHIK'N BACON RANCH CLUB SANDWICH

Steps:

• For the tofu: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
• Slice the tofu lengthwise into 4 rectangular slices that are about 1/4-inch-thick each. Place in a 12-inch square baking pan and set aside. Combine vegetable stock, liquid aminos and poultry seasoning. Pour over the tofu. Bake, uncovered, for 30 minutes. Let cool completely.
• Preheat oil in a deep-fryer to 375 degrees F.
• In a large bowl add breadcrumbs. In a smaller bowl combine soy milk with apple cider vinegar. Bread the tofu pieces in the dry and wet mixes, and finish with another dip in the dry mix. Fry for 4 minutes.
• For the vegan ranch: Put mayonnaise in bowl. Add soy milk, apple cider vinegar, granulated garlic, onion powder, salt and pepper. Whisk in mixing bowl and set aside.
• For the sandwich assembly: Start with bread, then top with vegan ranch, spinach, sliced tomato, shredded carrots, pickles, vegan bacon and fried tofu. Finish off the sandwich by toasting each side on a flattop or frying pan.

BACON SQUARES

Steps:

• Heat over to 400 degree.
• Mix all ingredients together.
• Spread about 2-3 Tbsp.
• Over each slice of bread- end to end.
• Bake on ungreased baking sheet 10 minutes or until cheese is melted.
• Cut each slice into quarters with pizza cutter.
• Serve hot.
• (Can be made ahead and frozen and then baked when needed).

CRISPY PARMESAN-RANCH ROASTED VEGGIES

Steps:

• Heat oven to 425°F. Line 15x10x1-inch pan with foil. Spray foil with cooking spray.
• In large microwavable bowl, place 3 tablespoons of the butter. Microwave uncovered on High 30 to 60 seconds or until melted. Stir in garlic powder and pepper. Add potatoes and onion wedges; toss to coat. Place mixture in pan. Sprinkle with 2 rounded tablespoons of the ranch dressing mix. Toss to coat, then spread in single layer in pan. Turn potatoes skin-side down. Roast 29 to 33 minutes or until potatoes are very tender when pierced with knife. Remove from oven; stir.
• In same bowl, place 1 more tablespoon butter; microwave uncovered on High 15 to 30 seconds or until melted. Stir in salt. Add broccoli to mixture; toss to coat. Arrange in single layer in pan next to potato mixture. Roast 11 to 14 minutes longer or until potatoes are browned and broccoli is tender.
• Meanwhile, melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter in 8-inch skillet over medium heat. Add bread crumbs; cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden brown. Remove from heat; stir in remaining 1 rounded tablespoon ranch dressing mix. Pour into small bowl; stir in Parmesan cheese. Top vegetables with bread crumb mixture and parsley.

VEGETABLE BARS

Steps:

• Preheat the over 350°F Lay out the rolls on a jellyroll pan to make a crust. Bake in a preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes; cool.
• Combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, and ranch dressing.
• Spread the cream cheese mixture over the crescent crust.
• Chop the veggies into small pieces; press the black olives and your choice of veggies into the cream cheese mixture.
• Top with shredded sharp cheddar cheese.
• Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight, cut into bars and serve.