A Few Things

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Last thing - Most of my family was well enough to eat dinner last night so I served them Italian Chicken Casserole.  They devoured it and I have to admit I ate more than I should.  It. is. so. GOOD!  If you haven't tried it yet here's the recipe again.  You may want to try this out on your family this weekend.  It's beyond delicious. 

Italian Chicken Casserole
Makes 6 to 8 servings.

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 cups chopped cooked chicken
2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes with garlic, basil, and oregano
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened 
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1 (8 ounce) package angel hair pasta, cooked and kept warm

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.  Add onion and garlic; cook 3 minutes, or until tender.  Stir in chicken, tomatoes and cream.  Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes or until slightly thickened.  Add cream cheese and 1 cup mozzarella cheese; cook, stirring constantly until cheeses are melted.  Add pasta, tossing gently to coat.  Spoon into baking dish.  Sprinkle evenly with remaining cheese.  Bake 30 minutes.

Enjoy your weekend!