Carrots are great steamed, raw and now even roasted. Your entire family will love these carrots with a bit of butter and nutty flavor. Thanks to EatingWell.com for this tasty side dish. Ingredients: 4 teaspoons butter, melted 2 teaspoons canola oil 1 teaspoon ground cardamom 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 pounds carrots, peeled and cut diagonally into 1/4-inch-thick slices Preparation: Position rack in lower third of oven; preheat to 450°F. Combine butter, oil, cardamom and … [Read more...]
Cowboy Potatos & Cheese, Sure to Please!
September 12, 2011 By 1 Comment
Cowboy Potato Casserole Great side dish that tastes great at dinner with meat, fish or chicken, but I have also used this to make my own breakfast/brunch "skillet" meals. To make as skillet meal for your favorite cowboys you divide the finished product and bake in individual corning ware or similar serving dishes, remove from the oven and top with eggs of the diner's choice. For variety in breakfasts, add diced sausages, ham, onions, broccoli or any variety of sauteed veggies. Oven: … [Read more...]
Asian Sesame Apple Slaw
September 7, 2011 By Leave a Comment
This recipe will be a great addition to any end of summer BBQ's. If you feel like you have been bringing the same old side dish, this will definitely surprise your friends! Thank you to Woman's Day for this great recipe! Ingredients 1/4 cup seasoned rice vinegar 2 Tbsp dark sesame oil 1 Tbsp honey 1/2 tsp salt 1 jalapeño or serrano pepper, seeded and minced (2 tsp) 1 each Gala, Golden Delicious and Granny Smith apple, halved, cored and thinly sliced 8 cups finely … [Read more...]
Cauliflower & Squash Gratin
August 31, 2011 By Leave a Comment
I don't think I know anyone that doesn't like a good gratin. This is a fantastic recipe that puts a spin on the typical gratin. Although made with cauliflower and squash - if you are watching your calories, this may not be the recipe for you! Thanks to Woman's Day for this yummy side dish! Ingredients: 1/4 cup plain dry bread crumbs 1 head cauliflower (about 2 1/4 lb), cut in florets (8 cups) 1 medium butternut squash (about 1 1/4 lb), peeled, cut in half, seeded and cut in … [Read more...]
Fresh Sriracha Refrigerator Pickles – Spicy!
July 20, 2011 By 1 Comment
This recipe comes to us from Betty Crocker via MyBlogSpark! Is it hot enough out there for you? If not, spice up your summer with a new twist to classic refrigerator pickles! This recipe uses a thai-inspired sauce to add a little kick to normally boring pickles. No canning equipment required! It takes approx 20 minutes to prep and make sure to allow the dish one (1) hour to let sit (refrigerate) before serving: 6 to 8 red Fresno chiles (4 oz), coarsely chopped 1 cup … [Read more...]
Grilled “Baked” Potatoes
June 27, 2011 By Leave a Comment
We don't often grill our potatoes whole. Letting your potatoes finish on the grill will add a nice crispness to the outside, while maintaining that perfect texture inside! You can add whatever ingredients are your favorite to the potatoes once cooked. Think about creating a potato bar where people can add their own toppings! Thanks again to Kraft for a twist on an old favorite! Ingredients: 4 baking potatoes (2 lb.) 1 Tbsp. oil 1 tsp. … [Read more...]
Sun-Dried Tomato & Feta Stuffed Artichokes
March 11, 2011 By Leave a Comment
As the weather begins to change, and the cookouts begin to pile up on your calendar, the biggest dilemma is always what to bring? Why not change things up a bit with this wonderful recipe? Easy and unique - guaranteed to be a hit at your next event! Find this recipe and more at www.eatingwell.com. Ingredients Stuffing 2 1/4 cups coarse dry whole-wheat dry breadcrumbs, (see Note) 1 cup finely crumbled feta cheese 2/3 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, rinsed and … [Read more...]
Warm Snow Pea and Chicken Salad
March 10, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Spring is just around the corner and it's time to throw away those packaged foods and switch to some lighter, easier meals! This is the perfect place to start and the entire family will love it! One reader suggested using green beans as an alternative! Recipe courtesy of www.eatingwell.com. Ingredients 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, trimmed 1 14-ounce can reduced-sodium chicken broth 3 tablespoons rice vinegar 3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce 3 teaspoons … [Read more...]
Organic Butternut Squash Casserole
March 5, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Always wanted to cook up squash but never sure how? Here's a simple, healthy casserole that can be served on its own or as a side to chicken or fish. Ingredients 1 large organic butternut squash, peeled, seeded and thinly sliced on the bias 1 medium red organic onion thinly sliced on the bias 1/3 cup organic apple juice 2 tablespoons of organic butter 2 tablespoons of organic honey 1/4 cup of sliced almonds 1/8 teaspoon of cumin powder 1/8 teaspoon turmeric … [Read more...]
Southern Sweet Potato Soup
February 16, 2011 By Leave a Comment
The sweet potatoes and creamy almond butter make this soup perfect for a light lunch or dinner! Ingredients 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced 3 ½ cups chicken or vegetable broth 1 tsp. dried thyme 2 cups chopped onion 1 ½ Tbsp. honey 6 celery stalks, chopped 1/8 tsp. ground nutmeg 2 tsp. minced garlic ½ cup water 1/3 cup butter, melted 3 Tbsp. creamy almond butter ¼ tsp. cinnamon ½ cup almond milk Instructions Combine left column of ingredients in a … [Read more...]
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