Party Cheese Spread Prep Time: 15 minutes Chill Time: 4 hours Ingredients 1 cup mayonnaise 1 package cream cheese 2 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper sauce 1/2 cup toasted chopped walnuts Directions 1) In large bowl, beat mayonnaise, cheese and cayenne pepper sauce until smooth. In plastic wrap lined bowl, spread cheese mixture; chill 4 hours. 2) On serving plate, invert cheese mixture, then form into log shape; press on … [Read more...]
Homemade Mayonnaise
June 9, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Homemade Mayonnaise Refrigerate any leftover mayonnaise; it will be good for another four to five days! 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 large egg 3/4 canola oil 1) Combine first 4 ingredients in a blender; process until smooth. With blender on, gradually pour in oil; process until smooth and completely blended. Yield: 3/4 cup … [Read more...]
Spinach-Chive Pesto
June 8, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Spinach-Chive Pesto Pine nuts and olive oil contribute unsaturated fats, while salty cheese renders a small amount of saturated fat. 1 cup spinach leaves 1/4 pine nuts, toasted 1/4 cup grated fresh cheese 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 garlic clove, chopped 1 package fresh chives, chopped 1) Combine all ingredients in a food processor; process until finely chopped, scraping sides. Yield: about 1/2 cup (serving size: 1 … [Read more...]
Mashed Potatoes as Sauce? Way!
May 7, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Greek Garlic Sauce Did you ever wonder where the substance comes from in an original Greek garlic/lemon sauce? The secret ingredient is mashed potatoes! I think the sauce below is best when served over baked or grilled chicken breast. Next time you have left over mashed potatoes, Go Greek! 6 cloves garlic 1 teaspoon seasoned salt 4-5 cups mashed potatoes or 10 slices white day old bread 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice 2 1/2 cups olive oil or other salad oil 1 egg 1 tablespoon white wine Mash … [Read more...]
Crunchy Low Cal
May 5, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Diet Stuffed Celery This is a good snack to take to work (cheese mixture), bring the celery in a zip lock and eat as a low cal snack to keep your metabolism up. 3 ounces cottage cheese 1 tablespoon beef bouillon salt and pepper to taste 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional) 12 celery sticks In blender, mix cottage cheese, bouillon, salt and pepper, garlic powder till smooth. Spread on celery after chilling thoroughly. This serves one person for lunch. Add 1 slice of bread or toast and … [Read more...]
Antique Favorite Sauce Fills You Up for Less!
May 5, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Michigan White Sauce Ok, don't judge me, this recipe came from my grandmother. If you are too young to know what "Chipped Beef on Toast" is then this will inform you! This is a great basic sauce for veggies and fish but it is also the basic Chipped Beef sauce. Chipped Beef is packets of dried beef (or ham, turkey or chicken) that is either a store brand or Buddig Beef products. You take the beef, shred it, sprinkle it over toast triangles and pour the sauce over it. Voila! 1 stick … [Read more...]
Cod, Whitefish or Salmon in Zesty Red Sauce
May 5, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Baked Fish Serve your favorite baked fish with this recipe. It is best served (my opinion) with mashed potatoes and fresh green beans. I prefer firm fish fillets but go with what you like best. Oven: 375 Cooking: 30-35 minutes 1 cup chopped onion 1/2 cup chopped celery 1/2 cup chopped parsley 2 pounds fish fillets (White fish, Cod, Salmon) 1 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1/4 cup vegetable oil 3/4 teaspoon paprika 2-8 ounce cans tomato sauce Combine onion, celery and … [Read more...]
Tired of pasta with Red Sauce, Try This!
May 4, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Oil & Garlic Pasta Spinach Sauce If your family likes low cost pasta meals but you have tired of every variety of red sauce, you might want to switch it out with this great oil & garlic spinach sauce. This is inexpensive, simple and tasty! 3/4 cup olive oil 2 cups packed fresh spinach leaves, washed, drained, stems removed, coarsely chopped 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated 1 small garlic clove, cut in half 1 teaspoon dried basil 1/2 teaspoon … [Read more...]
Homemade Candy Corn
April 19, 2010 By 1 Comment
Recipe Name: Pop Corn Candy Crisp I am not a great fan of candied popcorn, but I discovered that I do like it if it is fresh and homemade. I never really liked Cracker Jack as a child, I think because it was too sweet and the kernels were pretty hard to chew. If you just follow the recipe below to make and eat the same day, what a difference freshness makes! You can add peanuts or cashews if you like nuts to make this more like Candy Store Candy Corn. 1 cup sugar 2 tablespoons butter 1/2 … [Read more...]
Healthy Cheap Veggie Dip Supreme
April 14, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Recipe Name: Faith's Confetti Dip Great Versatile Veggie Dip This dip couldn't be better or more colorful! It's great with baby carrots, miniature corn ears, broccoli, red peppers (my favorite) and zucchini slices. It is just as good with yogurt as it is with sour cream. Non fat sour cream works just as well. Inexpensive and Good for you! * 1 small jar pimentos, diced * 2-3 green onions sliced or chives 1/3 cup(fresh or dried) * 1/2 - 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese * 1/2 cup diced … [Read more...]
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