Asparagus can be boring but it doesn't have to be! With only a few ingredients, you can make this a side dish to remember! Ingredients 3/4 lb asparagus spears 1 tablespoon coconut oil 1 tablespoon sesame seeds 1 cup sliced mushrooms (optional) 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1/4 teaspoon olive oil Instructions Remove bases of asparagus and cut into 1 inch pieces. Cook 4-6 minutes in boiling water or steam them until crisp-tender. Melt coconut oil in a pan and add sesame seeds. … [Read more...]
Taco Salad
February 3, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Ingredients 1 bag Whole Grain Rice Chips (we use Lundberg brand) Chicken breast, cooked and sliced 1 can black beans or refried beans Lettuce, shredded Guacamole Tomatoes Salsa Black olives Green or red peppers Your other favorite veggie topping! Instructions Crumble chips on a plate. Add toppings. Enjoy! … [Read more...]
Sweet Potato Salad With Apple
January 31, 2011 By Leave a Comment
This simple salad is a perfect dish to pass at parties or served alongside chicken, fish or tofu. Ingredients 3 Sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into ½ cubes ¼ cup pumpkin seeds, pepitas, or pine nuts 1 medium red apple diced ½ small onion, finely chopped ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro ¼ cup lime juice 2 Tbsp. olive oil ½ avocado, finely diced Instructions Place sweet potatoes in large saucepan. Cover with water and bring to a boil. Cook until potatoes are tender. Drain and … [Read more...]
Country Strong Cornbread
December 29, 2010 By Leave a Comment
This is a wonderful cornbread recipe that goes great with chili or soup on a cold winter's night. Enjoy! Ingredients: 1 Cup Cornmeal 1 Cup Unbleached All-Purpose Flour 5 Tbsp. Sugar 1/2 tsp. Salt 2 tsp. Baking Powder 1/3 Cup Canola Oil 1 Cup Milk 1 large Egg, slightly beaten Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly grease and 9” square pan. Directions: In a mixing bowl, add the cornmeal, flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder. Add in the oil, … [Read more...]
Sweet Tart Beets!
August 11, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Glazed Cinnamon Beets I may be in the minority of people who go for the beets first every time when I hit the salad bar, but I do so for good reason. Beets are not only delicious, they are high in vitamin C and potassium. This glazed cinnamon recipe is a great alternative to cold pickled beets and goes great with broiled salmon or a pork chop! Ingredients 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) margarine 1/4 cup firmly packed light brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves 1/4 teaspoon salt dash of … [Read more...]
Garlic and Shallot Mashed Potatoes
July 23, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Garlic and Shallot Mashed Potatoes Creamy side from heaven! Home made mashed potatoes with the delicious taste of garlic and shallots go perfect with so many meals. Use this recipe and keep it handy because you'll be asked for your famous potatoes again! Ingredients 1 Bag Ore Ida Steam n' Mash Cut Russet Potatoes 4 Shallots finely chopped Garlic and shallot mashed potatoes 4 garlic cloves minced green onion chopped for garnishing chives chopped for garnishing 3 tablespoons sour … [Read more...]
Couscous Pilaf
June 21, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Couscous Pilaf This side dish can be pair with any type of entree. Ingredients 2 teaspoons olive oil 1/2 cup chopped onion 1/2 cup finely chopped red bell pepper 1 cup chicken broth 1 cup uncooked couscous 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 2 tablespoons pine nut Directions 1) Heat oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and bell pepper; saute 7 minutes. 2) While vegetables cook bring broth to a boil in a saucepan; gradually stir in couscous. … [Read more...]
Strawberry-Avocado Salsa
June 9, 2010 By 1 Comment
Strawberry-Avocado Salsa Serve this sweet and savory salsa with roast chicken, fish, or grilled pork tenderloin. Also enjoy it as a snack with baked tortilla chips. 1 cup chopped strawberries 1/4 cup chopped avocado 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro 1/2 teaspoon grated lime rind 2 tablespoons finely chopped seeded jalapeno pepper 1/4 teaspoon sugar 1) Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl; toss gently. Serve immediately. Yield: 4 … [Read more...]
Prosciutto-Melon Bites with Lime Drizzle
June 8, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Prosciutto-Melon Bites with Lime Drizzle 16 ( 1-inch) cubes cantaloupe 16 ( 1-inch) cubes honeydew melon 16 (1/4-ounce) very thin slices prosciutto, cut in half lengthwise 1 tablespoon lime juice 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper 2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh mint 1) Wrap each cantaloupe cube and each honeydew cube with 1/2 prosciutto slice. Thread 1 wrapped cantaloupe cube and 1 wrapped honeydew cube onto each of 16 skewers. Arrange skewers on a serving … [Read more...]
Veggie Side Dish
May 7, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Broccoli Puff This is a basic recipe that you can alter and it always tastes great. I have made this as is, just with broccoli, but it is also good with a combo of broccoli and cauliflower. I steam the veggies before adding. Oven: 350 Cooking: 35-40 minutes 1 can cream of mushroom soup 4 ounces shredded sharp cheese 1/4 cup milk 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1 egg, beaten 1/4 cup fine bread crumbs 1 tablespoon melted butter or margarine 2 packages frozen broccoli pieces, cooked and … [Read more...]
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