Coconut Curry Pumpkin Soup

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1/4 cup coconut oil
• 1 cup chopped onions
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon curry powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 (15 ounce) can 100% pure pumpkin
• 1 cup light coconut milk

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 50 mins


• heat the coconut oil in a deep pot over medium-high heat. stir in the onions and garlic; cook until the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes. mix in the vegetable broth, curry powder, salt, coriander, and red pepper flakes. cook and stir until the mixture comes to a gentle boil, about 10 minutes. cover, and boil 15 to 20 minutes more, stirring occasionally. whisk in the pumpkin and coconut milk, and cook another 5 minutes.
• pour the soup into a blender, filling only half way and working in batches if necessary; process until smooth. return to a pot, and reheat briefly over medium heat before serving.

Orange And Lentil Soup

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 onion, diced
• 2/3 cup red lentils
• 1/2 cup orange juice
• 1 stalk celery, chopped
• 1/2 carrot, shredded
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• ground black pepper to taste
• 3 cups chicken broth, divided

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

Ready Time: 1 hr 15 mins


• in a pot over medium heat, cook onions in butter until softened. stir in lentils, orange juice, celery, carrot, bay leaf, thyme, pepper and half the chicken broth and simmer 40 minutes, until lentils are tender.
• puree in a blender or food processor, or using an immersion blender. return to the pot, stir in remaining chicken broth and heat through.

cranberry, sausage and apple stuffing

Ingredients

• Servings: 12
• 12 cups white bread cubes
• 1 pound sweet italian sausage, casings removed
• 1/4 cup butter
• 6 cups coarsely chopped leeks
• 2 tart green apples - peeled, cored and chopped
• 2 cups chopped celery
• 4 teaspoons poultry seasoning
• 2 teaspoons dried rosemary, chopped
• 1 cup dried cranberries
• 1 1/3 cups chicken broth
• salt and pepper to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 35 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

Ready Time: 1 hr 35 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). spread bread cubes in a single layer over two baking sheets. bake until slightly dry, about 15 minutes.
• in a large skillet over medium heat, cook sausage, crumbling coarsely, for about 10 minutes or until evenly brown. drain off grease, and transfer sausage to a large bowl.
• melt butter in the skillet; add leeks, apples, celery, and poultry seasoning. cook, stirring frequently, for about 10 minutes. stir in the rosemary and dried cranberries.
• mix leek mixture and bread cubes with sausage in bowl. lightly mix chicken broth into stuffing to moisten; season with salt and black pepper. spoon stuffing into turkey, packing loosely.
• bake remaining stuffing in a buttered baking dish, covered, at 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) for about 45 minutes. uncover, and bake another 15 minutes to brown top.

celery stuffing

Ingredients

• Servings: 16
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1/2 cup minced onion
• 2 cups diced celery, with leaves
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 4 quarts bread cubes
• 3 eggs, beaten
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon sage
• 1 pinch dried thyme
• 1 pinch dried marjoram

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 40 mins


• melt butter in saucepan. saute onion in melted butter until soft, but not brown. add celery and stir well. add 2 cups chicken broth. bring to a boil. cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
• place bread cubes into large mixing bowl. add eggs, salt, pepper, sage, thyme, and marjoram. add onion-celery mixture; combine thoroughly. if still too dry, add more chicken broth. makes enough to stuff a 10 to 15 pound turkey.

Simple Cauliflower Soup

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 head cauliflower, broken into small florets
• 1 potato, peeled and diced
• 2 cups vegetable stock
• 2 cups milk
• salt and pepper to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 40 mins


• melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. saute the onion in the butter for 5 minutes. stir in the cauliflower and potato and saute for 5 more minutes.
• pour in the stock, bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes, or until all vegetables are tender. add the milk, stirring well to blend. season with salt and pepper to taste.

Broccoli With Poppy Seed Butter And Parmesan Cheese

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
• 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon poppy seeds
• 1/8 teaspoon paprika
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 20 mins


• place broccoli in a steamer over 1 inch of boiling water, and cover. cook until tender but still firm, about 6 minutes; drain. meanwhile, stir together the melted butter, poppy seeds, paprika, salt, and pepper. toss the broccoli with the butter sauce. sprinkle with parmesan cheese to serve.

perfect st. patrick's day cake

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 1 cup irish (such as guinness®)
• 1 cup butter, cut into pieces
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 eggs
• 2/3 cup sour cream
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups white sugar
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 3 cups confectioners' sugar, or as needed
• 1/2 cup butter at room temperature
• 3 tablespoons irish cream liqueur (such as baileys®), or as needed
• 8 ounces bittersweet chocolate, coarsely chopped
• 2/3 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons butter at room temperature

Recipe

Preparation Time: 35 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 45 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). line 2 9-inch cake pans with parchment paper, and spray with cooking spray.
• pour the into a saucepan, add the butter, and bring to a simmer over medium-low heat. remove the pan from the heat, and whisk in the cocoa powder until the mixture is smooth. allow the mixture to cool. in a bowl, beat the eggs and sour cream together until smooth with an electric mixer, and stir in the mixture to make a smooth, thick liquid.
• in a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt. pour the mixture into the flour mixture, and gently combine with a spatula. pour the batter into the prepared pans.
• bake in the preheated oven until the cakes are set and a toothpick inserted into the center of a cake comes out clean, about 30 minutes. remove and let cool in pans for 5 minutes before inverting the cakes wire racks to finish cooling.
• mix together the confectioners' sugar, butter, and irish cream liqueur until the mixture forms a smooth and spreadable frosting (add more sugar or liqueur as needed to create the desired consistency). spread half the frosting on top of each cake.
• place the chopped chocolate into a heatproof bowl. bring cream to almost boiling in a small saucepan, and pour over the chocolate. stir in the butter, and stir the mixture until the chocolate melts and the mixture is very smooth. allow to cool until the mixture is pourable but not thin or overly runny, 10 to 15 minutes. stack a cake gently on top of the other, frosting sides uppermost, and carefully drizzle the chocolate mixture over the cake, allowing decorative drips to run down the sides.

bruschetta i

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 3 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 tablespoons minced fresh basil
• 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
• salt and pepper to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 20 mins


• in a medium bowl combine tomatoes, parsley, chives, garlic, basil, olive oil, salt and pepper. cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, allowing flavors to meld before serving.

baby greens with a warm gorgonzola dressing

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 4 slices bacon
• 3/4 cup olive oil
• 1/3 cup red vinegar
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2 ounces crumbled gorgonzola cheese
• 6 cups mixed baby greens
• 2 tablespoons toasted sliced almonds

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 30 mins


• place the bacon in a large, deep skillet, and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. drain the bacon slices on a paper towel-lined plate; crumble and set aside.
• combine the olive oil, red vinegar, white sugar, salt, garlic, and gorgonzola cheese in a blender; blend until smooth. pour the dressing into a small saucepan over medium-low heat and warm gently.
• toss the baby greens, almonds, and crumbled bacon together in a salad bowl; drizzle dressing over salad and toss to coat. serve immediately.

Mexican Quinoa

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped (optional)
• 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers (such as ro*tel®)
• 1 envelope taco seasoning mix
• 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 40 mins


• heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir quinoa and onion in the hot oil until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. add garlic and jalapeno pepper to quinoa mixture and cook until garlic is fragrant and slightly softened, 1 or 2 more minutes.
• mix undrained can of diced tomatoes with green chiles, taco seasoning mix, and chicken broth into quinoa mixture. bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until liquid has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. stir in cilantro.

Texas Slaw

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 1 (16 ounce) package coleslaw mix
• 1 (7 ounce) can mexican-style corn, drained
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 fresh jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 cup ranch-style salad dressing
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 lime, juiced

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 20 mins


• in a large bowl, toss together the coleslaw mix, corn, cheddar cheese, jalapeno and cilantro. in a separate bowl, stir together the ranch-style dressing, cumin, coriander, garlic powder and lime juice. pour over the coleslaw mixture, and toss to coat. serve right away, or refrigerate until serving.

olive oil dip for italian bread

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 5 cloves garlic
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon crushed dried oregano
• fresh ground black pepper, to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 5 mins


• pour the olive oil a salad plate. use a garlic press to press the garlic cloves five different spots on the plate. drizzle the balsamic vinegar over the oil and garlic. sprinkle with parmesan cheese and oregano. season with black pepper.

Spinach Pinwheels

Ingredients

• Servings: 30
• 2 (8 ounce) packages refrigerated crescent rolls
• 1 (7 ounce) package garlic herb cheese spread
• 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 12 mins Ready Time: 32 mins


• preheat oven to 400 degrees f (200 degrees c).
• split crescent dough in half along center perforation. flatten one rectangle, sealing perforations. spread with 1/4 of the cheese spread and sprinkle with spinach. starting with long side, roll dough up, rolling back and forth several times to seal edges. cut into 3/4 inch slices (about 15 slices per roll). arrange the slices one inch apart on ungreased cookie sheet. continue making the crescent roll ups until all of the ingredients are used.
• bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until lightly browned. serve immediately or keep warm on a warming tray.

kelli's fried green zucchini

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon garlic salt
• 2 eggs
• 5 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup prepared spaghetti sauce, heated (optional)

Recipe

Preparation Time: 17 mins Cook Time: 8 mins Ready Time: 25 mins


• mix together the seasoned bread crumbs, grated parmesan cheese, and garlic salt in a shallow bowl. beat the eggs in a second shallow bowl.
• heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until the oil is rippling, but not smoking.
• dip the zucchini slices into the beaten egg, then into the crumbs, and place in the skillet in a single layer. fry the zucchini slices until golden brown, about 3 minutes, then flip them over and fry until the slices are cooked through and golden brown on the other side. sprinkle the mozzarella cheese over the slices, and cook the slices 1 to 2 more minutes to allow the cheese to melt.
• to serve, spoon hot spaghetti sauce plates, and top with fried zucchini slices and melted cheese.

celery stuffing

Ingredients

• Servings: 16
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1/2 cup minced onion
• 2 cups diced celery, with leaves
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 4 quarts bread cubes
• 3 eggs, beaten
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon sage
• 1 pinch dried thyme
• 1 pinch dried marjoram

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 40 mins


• melt butter in saucepan. saute onion in melted butter until soft, but not brown. add celery and stir well. add 2 cups chicken broth. bring to a boil. cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
• place bread cubes into large mixing bowl. add eggs, salt, pepper, sage, thyme, and marjoram. add onion-celery mixture; combine thoroughly. if still too dry, add more chicken broth. makes enough to stuff a 10 to 15 pound turkey.

bbq sauce

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 1/4 cup vinegar
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 1/2 cup water
• 3 tablespoons white sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon chili powder

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 10 mins


• in a medium bowl or bottle, combine the vinegar, ketchup, water, sugar, salt and chili powder. mix well and store in the refrigerator until ready for use.

Orange And Lentil Soup

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 onion, diced
• 2/3 cup red lentils
• 1/2 cup orange juice
• 1 stalk celery, chopped
• 1/2 carrot, shredded
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• ground black pepper to taste
• 3 cups chicken broth, divided

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

Ready Time: 1 hr 15 mins


• in a pot over medium heat, cook onions in butter until softened. stir in lentils, orange juice, celery, carrot, bay leaf, thyme, pepper and half the chicken broth and simmer 40 minutes, until lentils are tender.
• puree in a blender or food processor, or using an immersion blender. return to the pot, stir in remaining chicken broth and heat through.

cranberry, sausage and apple stuffing

Ingredients

• Servings: 12
• 12 cups white bread cubes
• 1 pound sweet italian sausage, casings removed
• 1/4 cup butter
• 6 cups coarsely chopped leeks
• 2 tart green apples - peeled, cored and chopped
• 2 cups chopped celery
• 4 teaspoons poultry seasoning
• 2 teaspoons dried rosemary, chopped
• 1 cup dried cranberries
• 1 1/3 cups chicken broth
• salt and pepper to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 35 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

Ready Time: 1 hr 35 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). spread bread cubes in a single layer over two baking sheets. bake until slightly dry, about 15 minutes.
• in a large skillet over medium heat, cook sausage, crumbling coarsely, for about 10 minutes or until evenly brown. drain off grease, and transfer sausage to a large bowl.
• melt butter in the skillet; add leeks, apples, celery, and poultry seasoning. cook, stirring frequently, for about 10 minutes. stir in the rosemary and dried cranberries.
• mix leek mixture and bread cubes with sausage in bowl. lightly mix chicken broth into stuffing to moisten; season with salt and black pepper. spoon stuffing into turkey, packing loosely.
• bake remaining stuffing in a buttered baking dish, covered, at 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) for about 45 minutes. uncover, and bake another 15 minutes to brown top.

zucchini e pomodori gratinati (zucchini and tomato gratin)

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 zucchini, sliced
• 1 large clove garlic, crushed
• 4 ounces thinly sliced mozzarella cheese
• 4 large tomatoes, peeled and sliced
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
• salt and freshly ground black pepper

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 45 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• preheat oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c). move oven rack into the top third of the oven.
• heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, and spread the zucchini slices into the skillet in a single layer. if they don't fit, cook them in batches. sprinkle pieces of garlic over the zucchini, and cook until the zucchini are golden brown on both sides, about 8 minutes per side. remove from heat.
• arrange the slices of zucchini in an 9x12-inch glass baking dish, alternating with slices of mozzarella cheese and tomato, so that the slices overlap each other in a neat row pattern. sprinkle the parmesan cheese and basil over the dish, and season to taste with salt and pepper.
• bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted and brown and the dish is bubbling, about 30 minutes.

Simple Cauliflower Soup

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 head cauliflower, broken into small florets
• 1 potato, peeled and diced
• 2 cups vegetable stock
• 2 cups milk
• salt and pepper to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 40 mins


• melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. saute the onion in the butter for 5 minutes. stir in the cauliflower and potato and saute for 5 more minutes.
• pour in the stock, bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes, or until all vegetables are tender. add the milk, stirring well to blend. season with salt and pepper to taste.

southern style banana split cake

Ingredients

• Servings: 12
• 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 3/4 cup white sugar
• 1/4 pound butter, melted
• 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese
• 1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
• 4 bananas, sliced
• 1 (15 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
• 1 (16 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
• 1 (16 ounce) jar maraschino cherries, drained
• 12 ounces crushed peanuts

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 2 hrs


• combine the graham cracker crumbs, white sugar and melted butter. mix together and press into a 9x13 inch cake pan; refrigerate until chilled.
• beat together the cream cheese and confectioners' sugar; spread over graham cracker crust.
• layer bananas and pineapple over cream cheese mixture; cover fruit with whipped topping.
• top with cherries and chopped nuts; refrigerate and serve chilled.

candied sweet potatoes

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 2 large sweet potatoes
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/4 cup orange juice

Recipe

• boil cut-up sweet potatoes or bake at 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) whole sweet potatoes until tender.
• in a frying pan, melt the butter and brown sugar together until bubbly. add the orange juice and stir until smooth. add the cut-up sweet potatoes and cook slowly, turning occasionally until the sweet potatoes are caramelized, about 20 minutes. if syrup is too thin, add a bit more brown sugar.

artichokes and hummus dip

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 3 large cloves garlic, smashed, divided
• 1/2 lemon
• 4 artichokes, trimmed and stemmed
• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon white sugar, or more to taste
• 1/2 lemon, juiced
• sea salt to taste
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1 tomato, diced
• 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed
• 1/4 cup plain european-style yogurt, or more to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 45 mins


• pour enough water into a pot with a steamer insert to reach about 2 inches deep. add 1 smashed garlic clove and half a lemon to the water. put steamer insert into the pot and bring water to a boil. arrange artichokes in the steamer insert and place a lid on the pot. steam artichokes until a knife easily pierces the bottom of the largest artichoke, 30 to 45 minutes.
• blend olive oil, cumin, sugar, lemon juice, and a pinch of sea salt in a blender until smooth. add green bell pepper and tomato; blend until smooth, about 1 minute. pour chickpeas and yogurt into the blender; blend thoroughly. thicken dip with more yogurt, if desired. season with sea salt; serve with the steamed artichokes.

thai chicken tenders

Ingredients

• Servings: 5
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken sliced into strips
• 2 teaspoons minced ginger
• 1/2 cup hoisin sauce
• 1/2 cup peter pan® creamy peanut butter
• 1 teaspoon mccormick® cayenne pepper
• 1/2 cup scallions, chopped

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 6 mins Ready Time: 11 mins


• heat oil in large skillet and cook chicken until it is no longer pink, about 2-3 minutes. reduce heat to low and add ginger, hoisin sauce, peter pan peanut butter and mccormick cayenne pepper. cook, stirring frequently, until sauce is bubbly and warm, 1-2 minutes. remove from heat and sprinkle with scallions. serve immediately.

peanut butter chip cookies iii

Ingredients

• Servings: 3
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 1/2 cups dark brown sugar
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2/3 cup peanut butter
• 2 eggs
• 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
• 2 cups chopped walnuts

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease cookie sheets.
• in a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, white sugar, salt and peanut butter. beat in the eggs and vanilla. combine the flour and baking soda; stir into the batter to form a dough. mix in the chocolate chips and walnuts. scoop mounds of dough as large as two tablespoons the prepared cookie sheets. cookies should be at least 2 inches apart. if batter is crumbly, roll portions of dough into rough spheres between the palms of your hands. flatten cookies down by 1/3 using the bottom of a glass.
• bake for 10 to 12 minutes in the preheated oven, until well risen and brown. do not overbake they will firm up a little as they cool. allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.

Amazing Apple Cake

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 1 1/4 cups white sugar
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup chopped walnuts
• 5 1/2 cups chopped apples

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 45 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 15 mins


• preheat oven to 325 degrees f (165 degrees c).
• in a medium bowl, stir together the sugar, flour, cinnamon, and baking soda. add the eggs, oil and vanilla, mix well. add the nuts and apple, mix until all of the apples are evenly coated. pour into a 9x9 inch pan.
• bake for 45 to 50 minutes in the preheated oven. serve warm or cool.

chicken provolone

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 8 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
• 4 slices provolone cheese, halved
• 2 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed cream of chicken soup
• 10 3/4 fluid ounces white
• 1/4 cup melted butter
• 1 (16 ounce) package herb seasoned stuffing mix

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 45 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
• arrange chicken breast halves in a single layer in a 9x13 inch baking dish. top each breast half with a half slice of provolone cheese.
• in a medium bowl, blend cream of chicken soup and white . pour over the chicken.
• in a separate medium bowl, mix the butter and stuffing mix. top the chicken with the stuffing mixture.
• bake 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear.

yummy peanut butter cookies

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 cup margarine
• 1 cup peanut butter
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 8 mins Ready Time: 15 mins


• preheat the oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c). grease two cookie sheets.
• in a large bowl, cream together the margarine, peanut butter, white sugar and brown sugar until smooth. beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla and almond extracts. combine the flour, baking soda and salt; stir into the peanut butter mixture. roll dough into 1 inch balls and place them 2 inches apart the prepared cookie sheets. use a wet fork dipped in sugar to make the crisscrosses on the top.
• bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven. allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely. grab a glass of milk and enjoy!

chocolate caramel candy

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 1 cup milk chocolate chips
• 1/4 cup butterscotch chips
• 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1/4 cup evaporated milk
• 1 1/2 cups marshmallow creme
• 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups chopped salted peanuts
• 1 (14 ounce) package caramels
• 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1 cup milk chocolate chips
• 1/4 cup butterscotch chips
• 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter

Recipe

• lightly grease one 13 x 9 inch pan.
• to make base: combine 1 cup milk chocolate chips, 1/4 cup butterscotch chips and 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter in a small saucepan. cook, stirring constantly, over low heat until melted and smooth. spread into the bottom of the prepared pan. refrigerate until set.
• to make filling: in a heavy saucepan melt the butter over medium-high heat. stir in sugar and evaporated milk. bring mixture to a boil and stir for 5 minutes. remove from heat and stir in the marshmallow cream, 1/4 cup of the peanut butter, and the vanilla. add the peanuts, and spread over the base layer. refrigerate until set.
• to make caramel layer: combine the caramels and cream in a saucepan, stir over low heat until melted and smooth. spread over the top of the filling and refrigerate until smooth.
• to make frosting layer: in another saucepan combine 1 cup milk chocolate chips, 1/4 butterscotch chips and 1/4 cup peanut butter, and stir over low heat until melted and smooth. pour over the caramel layer. refrigerate for at least 1 hour. cut into 1 inch squares. store in the refrigerator.

scented applesauce-cinnamon ornaments

Ingredients

• Servings: 15
• 3 cups applesauce
• 3 cups ground cinnamon

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 10 mins


• mix applesauce and cinnamon together until it is thick enough to hold a form when cut into cookie cutter shapes. flatten the mixture on a flat surface and cut into cookie cutter shapes.
• place cookie shapes on a cookie sheet to dry for 3 to 4 days depending on the size and thickness of the cookies. if using as a hanging ornament, make hole with toothpick before drying.

corn and avocado salsa

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 3 ears fresh corn, husks and silks removed
• 2 avocados - peeled, pitted, and cubed
• 1 red onion, finely diced
• 1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/3 cup red vinegar
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
• salt and black pepper to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 35 mins


• place the corn in a large pot with enough water to cover, and bring to a boil. cook until kernels are tender but crisp, about 5 minutes. drain, and cool in cold water. use a knife to scrape kernels from the cobs.
• place kernels in a medium bowl. stir in avocados, red onion, bell pepper, and garlic. add cumin, red pepper flakes, and oregano. mix in vinegar, olive oil, and lime juice. season with salt and pepper.

Brownies

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 1 1/2 cups margarine
• 3 cups white sugar
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 5 eggs
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 24 small peppermint patties

Recipe

• mix butter, sugar, and vanilla. beat in eggs till well blended. stir in flour, cocoa, baking powder, and salt. blend well.
• reserve 2 cups of batter, set aside
• grease 13x9x2 inch pan. spread remaining batter in prepared pan. arrange peppermint patties in a single layer over batter about 1/2 inch apart.
• spread reserved 2 cups batter over patties. bake 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) for 50-55 minutes till brownies begin to pull away from sides of pan. cool completely in pan on wire rack. enjoy!!!

holiday punch i

Ingredients

• Servings: 40
• 4 cups cranberry juice cocktail
• 8 cups prepared lemonade
• 2 cups orange juice
• 1 (4 ounce) jar maraschino cherries
• 1 (2 liter) bottle
• 1 orange, sliced in rounds

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 2 hrs 10 mins


• in a large punch bowl, combine cranberry juice cocktail, lemonade, and orange juice. stir in the maraschino cherries. refrigerate for 2 hours or more.
• when ready to serve, pour in the ginger . garnish each glass with an orange slice.

Zucchini Tomato Pie

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 2 cups chopped zucchini
• 1 cup chopped tomato
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 3/4 cup biscuit baking mix
• 1/2 cup milk
• 3 eggs
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 45 mins


• preheat oven to 400 degrees f (200 degrees c). grease a 10 inch pie pan.
• combine zucchini, tomato, onion, and parmesan cheese in prepared pie pan. in a small bowl, combine biscuit mix, milk, eggs, and salt and pepper. beat until smooth, then pour over vegetable mixture.
• bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.

orange almond biscotti ii

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/4 cups white sugar
• 1 pinch salt
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 cup sliced almonds
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 3 egg, beaten
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1/4 teaspoon almond extract

Recipe

• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease and flour a baking sheet.
• in a large bowl, stir together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, almonds, and orange zest. make a well in the center and add the eggs oil, and almond extract. stir or mix by hand until the mixture forms a ball.
• separate dough into 2 pieces and roll each one into a log about 8 inches long. place logs on prepared baking sheet and flatten so they are about 3/4 inch thick. bake in preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes. cool slightly, and remove from baking sheets. slice diagonally into 1/2 inch slices with a serrated knife. set cookies on side back the cookie sheet and bake for 10 to 15 more minutes, turning over after half of the time. finished cookies should be hard and crunchy.

Jalapeno Hot Sauce

Ingredients

• Servings: 16
• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
• 20 fresh jalapeno peppers, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup minced onion
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup distilled white vinegar

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 45 mins


• in a medium glass or enamel lined sauce pan over high heat, combine oil, peppers, garlic, onion and salt; saute for 4 minutes. add the water and cook for 20 minutes, stirring often. remove from heat and allow mixture to cool to room temperature.
• transfer the mixture to a food processor and puree until smooth. with the processor running, slowly add the vinegar.
• pour into a sterilized jar with a tight lid. this sauce will keep for 6 months when stored in the refrigerator.

graham crackers

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1/2 cup shortening
• 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup milk

Recipe

• in a medium bowl, cream together the shortening and brown sugar. stir in the vanilla. combine the whole wheat flour, all purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt, stir into the creamed mixture alternately with the milk. cover and chill dough until firm.
• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease cookie sheets. on a lightly floured surface, roll the dough out to 1/8 inch thickness. cut into rectangles. place 1/2 inch apart the prepared cookie sheets.
• bake for 10 to 12 minutes in the preheated oven, or until crisp. edges will be golden brown. remove from baking sheet to cool on wire racks.

Roasted Easter Ham

Ingredients

• Servings: 10
• 1 (5 pound) bone-in ham
• 1/3 cup prepared yellow mustard
• 1/3 cup maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons onion powder

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 2 hrs

Ready Time: 2 hrs 15 mins


• preheat the oven to 325 degrees f (165 degrees c). rinse the ham and pat dry with paper towels.
• place the ham in a shallow roasting pan. in a small bowl, mix together the mustard, maple syrup, brown sugar and onion powder. coat the ham entirely with the glaze using a spoon or brush.
• roast the ham uncovered for 2 hours in the preheated oven, or until heated through. let it rest for about 15 minutes before carving to keep it from drying out.

Lighter Snickerdoodles

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1 1/2 cups white sugar
• 4 ounces lowfat cream cheese
• 1 egg
• 2 egg whites
• 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 50 mins


• in a large bowl, cream together the butter, 1 1/2 cups of white sugar, and cream cheese. beat in the egg and egg whites until smooth. sift together the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt; stir into the creamed mixture. cover, and refrigerate dough for at least 1 hour.
• preheat oven to 400 degrees f (200 degrees c). in a small dish, mix together the remaining white sugar and the cinnamon. roll the dough into walnut sized balls, and roll the balls in the cinnamon and sugar mixture. place the balls at least 2 inches apart on cookie sheets, and flatten slightly.
• bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven. remove from cookie sheets to cool on wire racks.

Berry Delicious

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 2 cups frozen mixed berries
• 1 cup strawberry flavored yogurt
• 1 banana, sliced
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 teaspoon white sugar (optional)

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 5 mins


• in the container of a blender, combine the mixed berries, strawberry yogurt, banana, milk and sugar. cover, and blend until smooth. pour into glasses and serve.

Spinach Cheese Ball

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
• 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
• 1 (4 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained and chopped
• 1 (.4 ounce) packet dry vegetable soup mix
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 20 mins


• in a large bowl, mix together the spinach, cream cheese, water chestnuts, vegetable soup mix, mayonnaise and cheddar cheese until well blended. form into a ball, and roll in chopped walnuts. if the mixture is too soft to form a ball, refrigerate for about 30 minutes to set. wrap the cheese ball in plastic wrap, and refrigerate overnight to blend the flavors before serving with your favorite crackers.

Best Bircher Muesli

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 2 cups rolled oats
• 3 tablespoons raisins
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 1 1/2 cups plain yogurt
• 1 1/4 cups soy milk

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 8 hrs 5 mins


• in a large glass bowl, stir together the oats, raisins, honey, yogurt and soy milk. cover and refrigerate overnight before serving.

Broccoli With Poppy Seed Butter And Parmesan Cheese

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
• 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon poppy seeds
• 1/8 teaspoon paprika
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 20 mins


• place broccoli in a steamer over 1 inch of boiling water, and cover. cook until tender but still firm, about 6 minutes; drain. meanwhile, stir together the melted butter, poppy seeds, paprika, salt, and pepper. toss the broccoli with the butter sauce. sprinkle with parmesan cheese to serve.

Baked Corn Casserole

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup butter, softened
• 2 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
• 1 (15.25 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
• 1 (15.25 ounce) can creamed corn
• 1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chile peppers
• 1 (2.8 ounce) package french-fried onions, divided

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 30 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease an 8x8 inch baking dish.
• heat oil in a small skillet over medium heat. saute onion until translucent.
• in a large bowl combine butter and cream cheese. stir in whole kernel corn, creamed corn, chile peppers, and onions. pour into prepared dish.
• bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes. remove from oven and stir in half of the fried onions; sprinkle remaining onions on top. bake 15 minutes more.

olive oil dip for italian bread

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 5 cloves garlic
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon crushed dried oregano
• fresh ground black pepper, to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 5 mins


• pour the olive oil a salad plate. use a garlic press to press the garlic cloves five different spots on the plate. drizzle the balsamic vinegar over the oil and garlic. sprinkle with parmesan cheese and oregano. season with black pepper.

zucchini e pomodori gratinati (zucchini and tomato gratin)

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 zucchini, sliced
• 1 large clove garlic, crushed
• 4 ounces thinly sliced mozzarella cheese
• 4 large tomatoes, peeled and sliced
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
• salt and freshly ground black pepper

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 45 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• preheat oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c). move oven rack into the top third of the oven.
• heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, and spread the zucchini slices into the skillet in a single layer. if they don't fit, cook them in batches. sprinkle pieces of garlic over the zucchini, and cook until the zucchini are golden brown on both sides, about 8 minutes per side. remove from heat.
• arrange the slices of zucchini in an 9x12-inch glass baking dish, alternating with slices of mozzarella cheese and tomato, so that the slices overlap each other in a neat row pattern. sprinkle the parmesan cheese and basil over the dish, and season to taste with salt and pepper.
• bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted and brown and the dish is bubbling, about 30 minutes.

Brownie Oat Cookies

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 2/3 cup white sugar
• 1 cup quick cooking oats
• 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 egg whites
• 1/3 cup light corn syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Recipe

• spray cookie sheet with non-stick spray. preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
• in a bowl, mix the flour, sugar, oats, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. mix in the egg whites, syrup, and vanilla. drop by spoonfuls on the prepared cookie sheet.
• bake 10 minutes in the preheated oven.

perfect st. patrick's day cake

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 1 cup irish (such as guinness®)
• 1 cup butter, cut into pieces
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 eggs
• 2/3 cup sour cream
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups white sugar
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 3 cups confectioners' sugar, or as needed
• 1/2 cup butter at room temperature
• 3 tablespoons irish cream liqueur (such as baileys®), or as needed
• 8 ounces bittersweet chocolate, coarsely chopped
• 2/3 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons butter at room temperature

Recipe

Preparation Time: 35 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 45 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). line 2 9-inch cake pans with parchment paper, and spray with cooking spray.
• pour the into a saucepan, add the butter, and bring to a simmer over medium-low heat. remove the pan from the heat, and whisk in the cocoa powder until the mixture is smooth. allow the mixture to cool. in a bowl, beat the eggs and sour cream together until smooth with an electric mixer, and stir in the mixture to make a smooth, thick liquid.
• in a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt. pour the mixture into the flour mixture, and gently combine with a spatula. pour the batter into the prepared pans.
• bake in the preheated oven until the cakes are set and a toothpick inserted into the center of a cake comes out clean, about 30 minutes. remove and let cool in pans for 5 minutes before inverting the cakes wire racks to finish cooling.
• mix together the confectioners' sugar, butter, and irish cream liqueur until the mixture forms a smooth and spreadable frosting (add more sugar or liqueur as needed to create the desired consistency). spread half the frosting on top of each cake.
• place the chopped chocolate into a heatproof bowl. bring cream to almost boiling in a small saucepan, and pour over the chocolate. stir in the butter, and stir the mixture until the chocolate melts and the mixture is very smooth. allow to cool until the mixture is pourable but not thin or overly runny, 10 to 15 minutes. stack a cake gently on top of the other, frosting sides uppermost, and carefully drizzle the chocolate mixture over the cake, allowing decorative drips to run down the sides.

orange drop cookies ii

Ingredients

• Servings: 3
• 2/3 cup shortening
• 3/4 cup white sugar
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup orange juice
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups confectioners' sugar
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons orange juice
• 1 teaspoon orange zest

Recipe

• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease cookie sheets.
• mix together flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. stir 1/2 cup orange juice and 1 teaspoon rind into the flour mixture.
• cream shortening and white sugar together. mix egg into the sugar mixture thoroughly. slowly blend flour mixture into the egg and sugar mixture. drop by teaspoonful greased cookie sheet.
• bake for 8 to 10 minutes.
• make the icing: mix confectioner's sugar and 2 tablespoons butter together until smooth. pour 2 tablespoons orange juice and 1 teaspoon orange rind into the sugar and butter mixture, mix well. when the cookies have cooled spread the icing generously over the tops of the cookies.

oatmeal banana raisin coconut cookies

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 1/4 cups margarine
• 3/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
• 3 cups rolled oats
• 2 ripe bananas, sliced
• 1 1/2 cups raisins
• 1 cup flaked coconut

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 11 mins Ready Time: 30 mins


• preheat the oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c). grease cookie sheets.
• in a large bowl, cream together the margarine, brown sugar and white sugar. beat in the egg and vanilla. combine the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves; stir into the creamed mixture until well blended. stir in the oats, bananas, raisins and coconut, one at a time using a wooden spoon. drop by rounded spoonfuls 2 inches apart the prepared cookie sheet.
• bake for 11 to 13 minutes in the preheated oven. allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 1 minute before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.

baby greens with a warm gorgonzola dressing

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 4 slices bacon
• 3/4 cup olive oil
• 1/3 cup red vinegar
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2 ounces crumbled gorgonzola cheese
• 6 cups mixed baby greens
• 2 tablespoons toasted sliced almonds

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 30 mins


• place the bacon in a large, deep skillet, and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. drain the bacon slices on a paper towel-lined plate; crumble and set aside.
• combine the olive oil, red vinegar, white sugar, salt, garlic, and gorgonzola cheese in a blender; blend until smooth. pour the dressing into a small saucepan over medium-low heat and warm gently.
• toss the baby greens, almonds, and crumbled bacon together in a salad bowl; drizzle dressing over salad and toss to coat. serve immediately.

lemon cream cheese frosting

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 4 ounces cream cheese
• 1/4 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup confectioners' sugar
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 1/4 cups confectioners' sugar
• 4 drops yellow food coloring

Recipe

• beat cream cheese and butter in a bowl until combined. beat in powdered sugar and lemon juice.
• beat in 2-1/4 to 2-1/2 cups more of powdered sugar till frosting is of spreading consistency. stir in a few drops of yellow food coloring.

kelli's fried green zucchini

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon garlic salt
• 2 eggs
• 5 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup prepared spaghetti sauce, heated (optional)

Recipe

Preparation Time: 17 mins Cook Time: 8 mins Ready Time: 25 mins


• mix together the seasoned bread crumbs, grated parmesan cheese, and garlic salt in a shallow bowl. beat the eggs in a second shallow bowl.
• heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until the oil is rippling, but not smoking.
• dip the zucchini slices into the beaten egg, then into the crumbs, and place in the skillet in a single layer. fry the zucchini slices until golden brown, about 3 minutes, then flip them over and fry until the slices are cooked through and golden brown on the other side. sprinkle the mozzarella cheese over the slices, and cook the slices 1 to 2 more minutes to allow the cheese to melt.
• to serve, spoon hot spaghetti sauce plates, and top with fried zucchini slices and melted cheese.

Mexican Quinoa

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped (optional)
• 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers (such as ro*tel®)
• 1 envelope taco seasoning mix
• 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 40 mins


• heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir quinoa and onion in the hot oil until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. add garlic and jalapeno pepper to quinoa mixture and cook until garlic is fragrant and slightly softened, 1 or 2 more minutes.
• mix undrained can of diced tomatoes with green chiles, taco seasoning mix, and chicken broth into quinoa mixture. bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until liquid has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. stir in cilantro.

chocolate crinkles iii

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 4 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate, melted
• 2 cups white sugar
• 4 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup confectioners' sugar

Recipe

• mix oil, chocolate, and granulated sugar.
• blend in one egg at a time until well mixed. add vanilla.
• stir flour, baking powder and salt into oil mixture.
• chill several hours or overnight.
• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (180 degrees c).
• drop by teaspoonfuls into confectioners' sugar.
• roll in sugar; shape into balls and place about 2 inches apart on greased baking sheet. bake 10 to 12 minutes (do not overbake). note: if you use self-rising flour, omit the baking powder and salt.

Dough Ornament Recipe

Ingredients

• Servings: 15
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup salt
• 1 1/2 cups warm water

Recipe

• preheat oven to 325 degrees f (165 degrees c).
• mix flour and salt well. gradually add water, stirring with a large spoon. finish mixing with hands. knead until soft and pliable.
• roll out on floured surface about 1/8 inch thick. cut shapes with cookie cutters. place on cookie sheets. with a toothpick make a hole in the top of the ornament for threading string. bake at 325 degrees f (165 degrees c) until hard, about 1 hour. decorate with paint and varnish to preserve.

becky's sugary sugar cookies

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 cup butter
• 2 eggs
• 3 1/2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Recipe

• melt the butter or margarine over low heat.
• mix together the sugar, butter and the eggs. beat well. sift in the flour and the baking powder. mix in the vanilla. drop by teaspoon cookie sheets.
• bake for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown at 375 degrees f (190 degrees c).

Katrina's Best-ever Chocolate Brownies

Ingredients

• Servings: 16
• 6 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 cup butter
• 1 cup white sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Recipe

• melt cocoa and butter or margarine over low heat. transfer to mixing bowl, cream together. add sugar gradually. blend in eggs one at a time.
• sift together flour, baking powder and salt. stir into chocolate mixture. mix in nuts. spread batter into a greased 8 inch square pan.
• bake at 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) for 20 - 25 minutes.

Red Velvet Cake Ii

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 2 1/2 cups self-rising flour
• 1 1/2 cups white sugar
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 2 ounces red food coloring
• 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 4 cups confectioners' sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 30 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease and flour three 8 inch round pans.
• in a large bowl, mix together sugar, oil, and eggs. add food coloring and vinegar to buttermilk. add baking soda to flour. add flour mixture and buttermilk mixtures alternately to the sugar mixture. mix well. stir 1 teaspoon vanilla into batter. pour batter into prepared pans.
• bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until done. remove from oven, and cool on wire racks.
• mix together cream cheese, butter or margarine, confectioners' sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla. stir in nuts. frost cooled cake.

hummingbird cake i

Ingredients

• Servings: 12
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups white sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 1/4 cups vegetable oil
• 3 eggs
• 1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple with juice
• 2 cups diced bananas
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Recipe

• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease and flour a 12 cup bundt pan.
• measure flour, sugar, soda, salt, cinnamon, oil, eggs, vanilla into mixing bowl. beat until smooth. stir in pineapple with juice, bananas, and pecans. pour into prepared pan.
• bake in oven for about 70 minutes. turn cake out rack or plate after cooling for 20 minutes. cool, and ice with cream cheese icing.

Scandinavian Almond Bars

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 egg
• 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup sliced almonds
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 cup confectioners' sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
• 1/4 cup milk

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 30 mins


• preheat oven to 325 degrees f (165 degrees c).
• in a medium bowl, cream butter and sugar. add egg and almond extract; mix until fluffy. stir in flour, baking powder and salt; mix well.
• divide dough into 4 pieces, and roll each one into a log about 12 inches long. place 2 logs per cookie sheet 4 to 5 inches apart. flatten each roll by hand until it is about 3 inches wide. brush flattened roll with milk and sprinkle with sliced almonds.
• bake in preheated oven 12 to 15 minutes or until edges are slightly browned. while the cookies are still warm, cut them crosswise at a diagonal, into slices about 1 inch wide. when cool, drizzle with almond icing.
• almond icing: in a small bowl, stir together powdered sugar, almond extract, and milk until smooth. drizzle over the cookies.

mom's cheesecake

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 3 tablespoons white sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup margarine
• 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese
• 1 1/2 cups white sugar
• 4 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups sour cream

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

Ready Time: 1 hr 30 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). in a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, 3 tablespoons sugar, cinnamon and melted margarine. mix all ingredients well and press into bottom and sides of a 9 inch springform pan.
• in a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. blend in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla and salt. fold in the sour cream.
• pour batter into springform pan. bake in preheated oven for 1 hour. turn off oven and leave cake in for at least 30 minutes.

satay chicken pizza

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, chopped
• 1 cup prepared thai peanut sauce
• 1 bunch green onions, chopped
• 4 small (4 inch) pita breads
• 4 slices provolone cheese

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 12 mins Ready Time: 27 mins


• heat oil in a skillet over high heat. saute chicken pieces in hot oil for 6 to 7 minutes. do not overcook!
• preheat oven to 425 degrees f (220 degrees c).
• to assemble pizza: spoon 1/4 of peanut sauce each pita. sprinkle 1/4 of the browned chicken and 1/4 of the scallions on top of each. top each 'pizza' with 1 slice cheese. place on a lightly greased cookie sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly. let stand for 1 to 2 minutes outside of oven before you cut with a pizza cutter.

sinfully delicious chocolate pie

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 1 cup butter
• 1 1/2 cups white sugar
• 4 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 eggs
• 1 (9 inch) deep dish pie crust, baked and cooled

Recipe

• in a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. blend in chocolate and vanilla. at medium speed, beat in eggs, one at a time, taking 5 minutes for each egg. (this is very important, 5 minutes for each egg!)
• spoon into pie shell and chill. top with whipped cream before serving, if desired.

Curried Pumpkin Soup

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 4 macintosh apples - peeled, cored and chopped
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed
• 1 tablespoon curry powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup water
• 1 teaspoon white sugar

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 50 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 10 mins


• melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. add onion, garlic, curry, and cumin; saute, stirring often, until onion is soft and fragrant.
• stir in apples, pumpkin, broth, water, and sugar. bring to a boil, stirring often. cover, and reduce heat to low. simmer for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• puree soup in a food processor or a blender.
• return soup to saucepan; reheat, covered, over low heat.

chewy chocolate cookies ii

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 1/4 cups margarine, softened
• 2 cups white sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup chopped walnuts

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 9 mins Ready Time: 45 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
• in a large bowl, cream together margarine and sugar until smooth. beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. combine flour, cocoa, baking soda, and salt; stir into the creamed mixture until just blended. mix in walnuts. drop by spoonfuls ungreased cookie sheets.
• bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven. cool for a couple of minutes on the cookie sheet before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

bacon pie

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 12 slices bacon
• 1 cup shredded swiss cheese
• 1/3 cup chopped onion
• 2 cups milk
• 4 eggs
• 1 cup baking mix
• 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 45 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• heat oven to 400 degrees f (205 degrees c). grease a 10-inch glass pie plate.
• place the bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. pat dry on paper towels and crumble the bacon. sprinkle bacon, cheese, and onion in the pie plate.
• in a medium bowl, stir the milk, eggs, baking mix, and pepper with fork until blended. pour into pie plate.
• bake 35 to 40 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean.

dirty rice

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 2 teaspoons annatto or achiote powder (optional)
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 1/3 cups uncooked white rice
• 2 3/4 cups water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
• 1 1/3 cups whole corn kernels, blanched
• 1 cup black beans, cooked and drained
• 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
• freshly ground black pepper
• 1 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 lime, cut into wedges
• 2 teaspoons annatto powder

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 45 mins


• in a heavy saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil over medium heat. add the garlic and the chopped onions; saute for 5 minutes, stirring frequently. mix in the bell pepper, chili powder, ground annatto, chili flakes, cumin, and cinnamon. saute for 2 minutes.
• pour the rice into the saucepan and stir to coat. add the water and 1 teaspoon salt, and bring the rice to a boil over high heat. cover the pan and turn the heat to low. simmer the rice for 25 minutes.
• when the rice is cooked, mix in tomatoes, corn, black beans, and pine nuts. stir in salt, pepper and lime juice. when the mixture is heated through, spoon it plates and top with the sliced red onion and cilantro. serve a wedge or two of lime with each plate to squeeze over the rice.

marian's creamed corn

Ingredients

• Servings: 12
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 2 (16 ounce) packages frozen corn kernels, thawed
• 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, cubed
• 1 cup fine dry bread crumbs
• 3 tablespoons butter, diced

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 50 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
• melt butter in a large saucepan over medium low heat. mix in sugar and stir until dissolved. mix in corn and stir to coat. stir in cream cheese and cook until melted and well blended.
• transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. top with bread crumbs and dot with butter.
• bake in the preheated oven 20 to 30 minutes, until lightly browned.

danish pastry apple bars

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup shortening
• 1 egg yolk
• 1/2 cup milk
• 10 apples - peeled, cored and thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup light brown sugar
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 egg white

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

Ready Time: 1 hr 30 mins


• preheat oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c.)
• in a large bowl, combine flour and salt. cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. beat egg yolk in measuring cup and add enough milk to make 2/3 cup total liquid. stir into flour mixture until all flour is damp. divide the dough in half. on floured surface, roll half the dough into a rectangle and fit into a 9x13 inch pan.
• in large bowl, combine apples, brown sugar, white sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg. put apple mixture in pan. roll out remaining dough and place over apples. seal edges and cut slits in top dough. beat egg white till frothy and brush on crust.
• bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes, or until golden brown.

Creamy Corn Soup

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1/2 onion, chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon margarine
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 1/2 cups milk
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2 (12 ounce) cans whole kernel corn
• 2 1/2 tablespoons cream cheese
• 1 teaspoon garlic salt
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• ground cayenne pepper to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 30 mins


• in a large pot over medium heat, combine the onion, garlic, parsley and butter or margarine. saute for about 5 minutes, or until onions are tender.
• add the flour, stirring well, to make a pasty mixture. whisk in the milk and the broth. add the corn and the cream cheese and allow to heat through. add the garlic salt, black pepper and cayenne pepper to taste. stir together and serve.

cucumber and tomato salad

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 tomato, chopped
• 1 cucumber, seeded and chopped
• 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
• 1/4 cup canned kidney beans, drained
• 1/4 cup diced firm tofu
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing
• salt and pepper to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 15 mins


• in a large bowl, combine the tomato, cucumber, red onion, kidney beans, tofu, and basil. just before serving, toss with balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing, and season with salt and pepper.

Aunt Phyllis' Magnificent Cheese Ball

Ingredients

• Servings: 10
• 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1 tablespoon instant cheddar cheese sauce mix
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onion
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 2 hrs 10 mins


• in a medium-sized mixing bowl, blend cream cheese and butter or margarine. stir in cheese sprinkle, cheddar cheese, green onion, lemon juice and parsley. shape mixture into 2 large balls or logs, and roll them in the chopped walnuts. refrigerate until ready to serve.

Clam Chowder Iii

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 3 cloves garlic
• 4 cups peeled and diced potatoes
• 1 cup diced celery
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 (10 ounce) cans minced clams, drained with juice reserved
• 1 quart half-and-half cream
• 1/2 teaspoon white sugar
• 3/4 cup butter, melted
• 3/4 cup all-purpose flour

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 45 mins


• in a blender, combine onion, garlic and enough water to make a smooth paste. set aside.
• in a large pot, combine potatoes, celery, salt, pepper, onion mixture and juice from clams. augment with enough water to cover. bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are soft, 20 minutes.
• stir in half-and-half and sugar. combine melted butter and flour, then whisk into soup. cook and stir until thickened. stir in clams and adjust seasonings.