tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-55819355998828527732024-03-08T00:05:09.192-06:00Tried & True Recipe ShareRecipe Sharehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05385572483914292864noreply@blogger.comBlogger43125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5581935599882852773.post-91241534327094653082013-04-17T13:15:00.005-05:002013-04-17T13:15:53.982-05:00Stuffed Peppers<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">Ingredients</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, drained</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">3 cups cooked brown rice, divided</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">1 cup frozen corn kernels, thawed</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">2 scallions, sliced</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">2 tablespoons fresh lime juice</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">1 clove garlic, minced</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">2–3 large bell peppers, cut in half lengthwise and cored</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">2 cups 100% vegetable or tomato juice</span><br />
<br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">Directions</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">2. Using a large bowl, gently combine the beans, 1 cup of the brown rice, corn, scallions, cilantro, olive oil, lime juice, and garlic. Season with salt and</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">“pepper to taste.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">3. Place the pepper halves in a large glass baking dish and stuff them with the bean and rice mixture.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">4. Carefully spoon some of the juice over each stuffed pepper, trying not to disrupt the filling. Pour the remainder of the juice into the dish. Cover with foil and bake for 45–60 minutes.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">5. To serve, place about ½ cup of brown rice on each plate, spoon some of the juice from the baking dish on the rice, and then place a stuffed pepper on top of the rice.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">6. Serve hot.</span>Recipe Sharehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05385572483914292864noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5581935599882852773.post-32901388944657615262011-12-31T10:07:00.002-06:002011-12-31T10:11:33.665-06:00Cheerios Banana Oat Muffins<span >I saw these on the show "The Chew" the other day & made them this morning. They are healthy & delicious - both the baby & daddy approved! </span><div><span ><br /></span></div><div><span ><b>Ingredients</b></span></div><div><span ><span ><span style="line-height: 21px; text-align: -webkit-auto; background-color: rgb(240, 238, 239); ">2 cups Cheerios cereal </span><br style="line-height: 21px; text-align: -webkit-auto; background-color: rgb(240, 238, 239); "><span style="line-height: 21px; text-align: -webkit-auto; background-color: rgb(240, 238, 239); ">1 1/4 cups Gold Medal all-purpose flour - I used whole wheat flour to bump up the health factor</span><br style="line-height: 21px; text-align: -webkit-auto; background-color: rgb(240, 238, 239); "><span style="line-height: 21px; text-align: -webkit-auto; background-color: rgb(240, 238, 239); ">1/3 cup packed brown sugar </span><br style="line-height: 21px; text-align: -webkit-auto; background-color: rgb(240, 238, 239); "><span style="line-height: 21px; text-align: -webkit-auto; background-color: rgb(240, 238, 239); ">1 teaspoon baking powder </span><br style="line-height: 21px; text-align: -webkit-auto; background-color: rgb(240, 238, 239); "><span style="line-height: 21px; text-align: -webkit-auto; background-color: rgb(240, 238, 239); ">3/4 teaspoon baking soda </span><br style="line-height: 21px; text-align: -webkit-auto; background-color: rgb(240, 238, 239); "><span style="line-height: 21px; text-align: -webkit-auto; background-color: rgb(240, 238, 239); ">1 cup mashed very ripe bananas (2 to 3 medium) - I used two</span><br style="line-height: 21px; text-align: -webkit-auto; background-color: rgb(240, 238, 239); "><span style="line-height: 21px; text-align: -webkit-auto; background-color: rgb(240, 238, 239); ">2/3 cup fat-free skim milk </span><br style="line-height: 21px; text-align: -webkit-auto; background-color: rgb(240, 238, 239); "><span style="line-height: 21px; text-align: -webkit-auto; background-color: rgb(240, 238, 239); ">3 tablespoons vegetable oil - I used applesauce instead; it works just as well!</span><br style="line-height: 21px; text-align: -webkit-auto; background-color: rgb(240, 238, 239); "><span style="line-height: 21px; text-align: -webkit-auto; background-color: rgb(240, 238, 239); ">1 egg white</span></span> </span></div><div><span ><span style="line-height: 21px; text-align: -webkit-auto; background-color: rgb(240, 238, 239); "><br /></span></span></div><div><span ><span style="line-height: 21px; text-align: -webkit-auto; background-color: rgb(240, 238, 239); "><b>Directions</b></span></span></div><div><span style="line-height: 26px; text-align: -webkit-auto; background-color: rgb(251, 251, 251); "><span >Heat oven to 400°F. Spray 12 regular-size muffin cups with cooking spray, or grease bottoms only of muffin cups. (This is important, otherwise they will stick!)</span></span></div><div><span style="line-height: 26px; text-align: -webkit-auto; background-color: rgb(251, 251, 251); "><span ><br /></span></span></div><div><span ><span style="line-height: 26px; text-align: -webkit-auto; background-color: rgb(240, 238, 239); ">Crush cereal. In large bowl, stir together cereal, flour, brown sugar, baking powder and baking soda. Stir in remaining ingredients just until moistened. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups with a scoop.</span> </span></div><div><span style="line-height: 26px; text-align: -webkit-auto; background-color: rgb(240, 238, 239); "><span ><br /></span></span></div><div><span style="line-height: 26px; text-align: -webkit-auto; background-color: rgb(251, 251, 251); "><span >Bake 18 to 22 minutes or until golden brown.</span></span> </div>Recipe Sharehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05385572483914292864noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5581935599882852773.post-55228845817880601362011-05-18T19:46:00.003-05:002011-05-18T19:52:49.590-05:00Chicken Pot PieI was feeling like a yummy comfort food... chicken pot pie. I had never made one before, so I just searched & found this recipe on <a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/chicken-pot-pie-ix/Detail.aspx">All Recipes</a> (gotta love that site!). I made it tonight, & it was really good! So here ya go - make a delicious home cooked meal out of this one!<div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span">Ingredients</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span"><ul style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; list-style-type: none; list-style-position: initial; list-style-image: initial; "><li class="plaincharacterwrap ingredient" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; ">1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cubed</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap ingredient" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; ">1 cup sliced carrots</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap ingredient" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; ">1 cup frozen green peas</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap ingredient" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; ">1/2 cup sliced celery</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap ingredient" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; ">1/3 cup butter</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap ingredient" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; ">1/3 cup chopped onion</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap ingredient" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; ">1/3 cup all-purpose flour</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap ingredient" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; ">1/2 teaspoon salt</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap ingredient" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; ">1/4 teaspoon black pepper</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap ingredient" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; ">1/4 teaspoon celery seed</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap ingredient" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; ">1 3/4 cups chicken broth</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap ingredient" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; ">2/3 cup milk</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap ingredient" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; "> </li><li class="plaincharacterwrap ingredient" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; ">2 (9 inch) unbaked pie crusts</li></ul><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;">Directions</span></div><div><ol style="line-height: normal; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 16px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 16px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; list-style-type: decimal; list-style-position: initial; list-style-image: initial; "><li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; line-height: 16px; "><span class="plaincharacterwrap break" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; ">Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C.)</span></li><li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; line-height: 16px; "><span class="plaincharacterwrap break" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; ">In a saucepan, combine chicken, carrots, peas, and celery. Add water to cover and boil for 15 minutes. Remove from heat, drain and set aside.</span></li><li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; line-height: 16px; "><span class="plaincharacterwrap break" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; ">In the saucepan over medium heat, cook onions in butter until soft and translucent. Stir in flour, salt, pepper, and celery seed. Slowly stir in chicken broth and milk. Simmer over medium-low heat until thick. Remove from heat and set aside.</span></li><li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; line-height: 16px; "><span class="plaincharacterwrap break" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; ">Place the chicken mixture in bottom pie crust. Pour hot liquid mixture over. Cover with top crust, seal edges, and cut away excess dough. Make several small slits in the top to allow steam to escape.</span></li><li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; line-height: 16px; "><span class="plaincharacterwrap break" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; ">Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until pastry is golden brown and filling is bubbly. Cool for 10 minutes before serving.</span></li></ol><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;"><br /></span></div></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;">Modifications: Obviously I nixed the onion :-) & threw some minced garlic in the butter instead. Also, who on earth cuts off extra pie crust??? So I just folded it over. So good!</span></div></span></div>Recipe Sharehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05385572483914292864noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5581935599882852773.post-62659355679737058962011-04-26T14:53:00.006-05:002011-04-26T14:59:59.300-05:00Orzo with Smoked Tomato Vinaigrette<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(61, 61, 61); font-size: 13px; line-height: 15px; "><h2 style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; margin-top: 7px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 7px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 2px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; color: rgb(61, 61, 61); "><span class="Apple-style-span">I saw this on the <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/giada-de-laurentiis/orzo-with-smokey-tomato-vinaigrette-recipe/index.html">Food Network</a> & thought it looked good. It was! (Sorry about the all caps, I can't seem to change it!!)</span></h2><h2 style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; margin-top: 7px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 7px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 2px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; font-family: 'trebuchet ms', sans-serif; color: rgb(61, 61, 61); "><br /></h2><h2 style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; margin-top: 7px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 7px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 2px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; font-family: 'trebuchet ms', sans-serif; color: rgb(61, 61, 61); ">Ingredients</h2><ul style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 14px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; "><li class="ingredient" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 10px; list-style-type: none; list-style-position: initial; list-style-image: initial; line-height: 21px; background-image: url(http://images.foodnetwork.com/webfood/fn20/imgs/bltccc.png); background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: initial; background-position: 2px 10px; background-repeat: no-repeat no-repeat; ">1 pound (2 dry pints) cherry tomatoes</li><li class="ingredient" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 10px; list-style-type: none; list-style-position: initial; list-style-image: initial; line-height: 21px; background-image: url(http://images.foodnetwork.com/webfood/fn20/imgs/bltccc.png); background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: initial; background-position: 2px 10px; background-repeat: no-repeat no-repeat; ">1 pound orzo pasta</li><li class="ingredient" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 10px; list-style-type: none; list-style-position: initial; list-style-image: initial; line-height: 21px; background-image: url(http://images.foodnetwork.com/webfood/fn20/imgs/bltccc.png); background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: initial; background-position: 2px 10px; background-repeat: no-repeat no-repeat; "></li></ul><h3 style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 4px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; font-size: 13px; font-weight: bold; font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; ">Vinaigrette:</h3><ul style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 14px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; "><li class="ingredient" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 10px; list-style-type: none; list-style-position: initial; list-style-image: initial; line-height: 21px; background-image: url(http://images.foodnetwork.com/webfood/fn20/imgs/bltccc.png); background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: initial; background-position: 2px 10px; background-repeat: no-repeat no-repeat; ">1/2 cup packed fresh basil leaves, torn</li><li class="ingredient" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 10px; list-style-type: none; list-style-position: initial; list-style-image: initial; line-height: 21px; background-image: url(http://images.foodnetwork.com/webfood/fn20/imgs/bltccc.png); background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: initial; background-position: 2px 10px; background-repeat: no-repeat no-repeat; ">2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar</li><li class="ingredient" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 10px; list-style-type: none; list-style-position: initial; list-style-image: initial; line-height: 21px; background-image: url(http://images.foodnetwork.com/webfood/fn20/imgs/bltccc.png); background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: initial; background-position: 2px 10px; background-repeat: no-repeat no-repeat; ">2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil</li><li class="ingredient" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 10px; list-style-type: none; list-style-position: initial; list-style-image: initial; line-height: 21px; background-image: url(http://images.foodnetwork.com/webfood/fn20/imgs/bltccc.png); background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: initial; background-position: 2px 10px; background-repeat: no-repeat no-repeat; ">1 tablespoon honey</li><li class="ingredient" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 10px; list-style-type: none; list-style-position: initial; list-style-image: initial; line-height: 21px; background-image: url(http://images.foodnetwork.com/webfood/fn20/imgs/bltccc.png); background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: initial; background-position: 2px 10px; background-repeat: no-repeat no-repeat; ">1 tablespoon smoked salt, plus more for seasoning</li><li class="ingredient" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 10px; list-style-type: none; list-style-position: initial; list-style-image: initial; line-height: 21px; background-image: url(http://images.foodnetwork.com/webfood/fn20/imgs/bltccc.png); background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: initial; background-position: 2px 10px; background-repeat: no-repeat no-repeat; ">1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more for seasoning</li><li class="ingredient" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 10px; list-style-type: none; list-style-position: initial; list-style-image: initial; line-height: 21px; background-image: url(http://images.foodnetwork.com/webfood/fn20/imgs/bltccc.png); background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: initial; background-position: 2px 10px; background-repeat: no-repeat no-repeat; "></li><li class="ingredient" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 10px; list-style-type: none; list-style-position: initial; list-style-image: initial; line-height: 21px; background-image: url(http://images.foodnetwork.com/webfood/fn20/imgs/bltccc.png); background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: initial; background-position: 2px 10px; background-repeat: no-repeat no-repeat; ">1/3 cup grated Parmesan</li></ul><h2 style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; margin-top: 7px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 7px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 2px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; font-family: 'trebuchet ms', sans-serif; color: rgb(61, 61, 61); ">Directions</h2><div class="instructions" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; font-family: arial, helvetica, clean, sans-serif; "><p style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 9px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; line-height: 21px; ">Place the tomatoes in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook, shaking the pan occasionally, until the tomatoes are tender and the skins are charred in spots, about 15 minutes. Set aside to cool.</p><p style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 9px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; line-height: 21px; "></p><p style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 9px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; line-height: 21px; ">Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and place in a large serving bowl.</p><p style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 9px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; line-height: 21px; "></p><p style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 9px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; line-height: 21px; ">For the vinaigrette: Place the tomatoes, basil, vinegar, olive oil, honey, smoked salt*, and pepper in a blender. Blend until smooth.</p><p style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 9px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; line-height: 21px; "></p><p style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 9px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; line-height: 21px; ">Pour the vinaigrette over the pasta and toss until coated. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Season with smoked salt and pepper, to taste, and serve.</p><p style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 9px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; line-height: 21px; "><b>Modifications</b>: I couldn't find smoked salt, but I did find bacon salt! (My husband just about died when he saw the combo of two of his favorite things.) & it did work as a good substitute. Still interested in smoked salt, though!</p></div></span>Recipe Sharehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05385572483914292864noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5581935599882852773.post-17974935212679070382011-04-26T14:49:00.005-05:002011-04-26T14:58:03.783-05:00Italian Breaded Pork Chops<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102); font-family: Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11px; "><div class="ingredients" style="margin-top: 10px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; "><h3 style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; color: rgb(122, 122, 122); font-size: 14px; ">I made this recipe for Easter (found on <a href="http://allrecipes.com//Recipe/italian-breaded-pork-chops/Detail.aspx">All Recipes.com</a>), & it was yummy! But here's a BIG FAT TIP: if you aren't used to sticking skillets in the oven, MAKE SURE you grab the skillet handle WITH AN OVEN MITT! I definitely grasped the handle after taking it out to check to see if they were done, & had the spend the rest of the day with my hand in a bowl of ice water. </h3><h3 style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; color: rgb(122, 122, 122); font-size: 14px; ">Ingredients</h3><ul style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; list-style-type: none; list-style-position: initial; list-style-image: initial; "><li class="plaincharacterwrap ingredient" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; ">3 eggs, lightly beaten</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap ingredient" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; ">3 tablespoons milk</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap ingredient" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; ">1 1/2 cups Italian seasoned bread crumbs</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap ingredient" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; ">1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap ingredient" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; ">2 tablespoons dried parsley</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap ingredient" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; ">2 tablespoons olive oil</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap ingredient" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; ">4 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap ingredient" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; ">4 pork chops</li></ul></div><div style="margin-top: 20px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 1px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; border-top-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-top-style: dotted; width: 300px; "></div><div class="directions" style="margin-top: 10px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; "><h3 style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; color: rgb(122, 122, 122); font-size: 14px; ">Directions</h3><ol style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 16px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 16px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; list-style-type: decimal; list-style-position: initial; list-style-image: initial; "><li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; line-height: 16px; "><span class="plaincharacterwrap break" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; ">Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).</span></li><li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; line-height: 16px; "><span class="plaincharacterwrap break" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; ">In a small bowl, beat together the eggs and milk. In a separate small bowl, mix the bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, and parsley.</span></li><li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; line-height: 16px; "><span class="plaincharacterwrap break" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; ">Heat the olive oil in a large, oven-proof skillet over medium heat. Stir in the garlic, and cook until lightly browned. Remove garlic*, reserving for other uses.</span></li><li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; line-height: 16px; "><span class="plaincharacterwrap break" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; ">Dip each pork chop into the egg mixture, then into the bread crumb mixture, coating evenly. Place coated pork chops in the skillet, and brown abut 5 minutes on each side.</span></li><li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; line-height: 16px; "><span class="plaincharacterwrap break" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; ">Place the skillet and pork chops in the preheated oven, and cook 25 minutes*, or to an internal temperature of 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).</span></li></ol><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;"><b>*Modifications:</b> I used a thin cut pork chop, so it was done after about 15 minutes, so I would just check it early depending on the size. (For some reason, checking the temperature of pork to see if it's done doesn't work for me.) Also, I left the garlic in the skillet & put the pork on top because I love garlic, & I thought it was really good.</span></div></div></span>Recipe Sharehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05385572483914292864noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5581935599882852773.post-79120565337956465102011-04-20T12:13:00.005-05:002011-04-20T12:37:44.719-05:00Veggie QuicheI made a quiche about a month ago, & it was good but not super awesome. So I tweaked it a bit, & we loved the result. I used spinach & broccoli, but I think you could throw in any veggie you like (bell pepper, mushroom, onion) & it would still be delicious.<div><br /></div><div><b>Ingredients</b></div><div>Pre-made refrigerated pie crust (I bought store brand this past time, & I think this is something you should get the name brand version of - see notes for explanation)</div><div>4 eggs</div><div>1 cup milk</div><div>Chopped spinach (I used 10 oz frozen)</div><div>Chopped broccoli (10 oz frozen)</div><div>1.5 cups shredded Italian cheese blend (you can use another kind if you want)</div><div>3 cloves of garlic, minced</div><div>1 tbsp olive oil</div><div>Spices to taste (I used salt, pepper, onion powder)</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Directions</b></div><div>-Preheat oven to 375 degrees</div><div>-Let pie crust come to room temperature, then unroll & place in pie pan. Using a fork, poke holes in the bottom of the crust. Put in heated oven for about 5 minutes to set (so it doesn't get soggy).</div><div>-Warm olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add veggies (if frozen, thaw first) & garlic, stir together until warm.</div><div>-Add spices & 1 cup of the cheese, stir together until cheese is melted.</div><div>-Whisk eggs & add milk to eggs.</div><div>-Place veggie & cheese mixture in the set crust, then pour in egg mixture.</div><div>-Bake quiche in oven for 15 minutes, add remaining cheese to top, then continue baking for another 30-35 minutes until set.</div><div><br /></div><div>Notes: I had too much veggie/cheese mixture, so I didn't use all of it. Also, my quiche overflowed the crust, I think partly because it was store brand so it sunk a bit on the sides when I set it. Didn't bother me tho, it was still yummy! So you may want to adjust your ingredients if you are going for presentation.</div>Recipe Sharehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05385572483914292864noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5581935599882852773.post-17625671422703455932011-04-13T08:25:00.002-05:002011-04-13T08:37:20.668-05:00Chicken Tacos & Chicken Tortilla Soup<div>These chicken tacos are really yummy. It makes probably 10-12 servings, so you can cut the recipe in half, or you can make it all then use the leftovers for the chicken tortilla soup recipe below!</div><div><br /></div><b>Chicken Tacos</b><div><br /></div><div>Ingredients</div><div>4-5 frozen chicken breasts</div><div>16 oz black bean & corn salsa</div><div>tortillas</div><div>1 cup brown rice </div><div>chicken broth</div><div>toppings (sour cream, cheese, avocado)</div><div><br /></div><div>Directions</div><div>-Place chicken breasts in the crock pot & top with salsa. Cover & cook on low for 5-7 hours. </div><div>-Shred chicken.</div><div>-Cook 1 cup brown rice in chicken broth. Add spices if desired (I used cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt & pepper).</div><div>-Place shredded chicken on a tortilla. Top with desired toppings (I used the ones listed above. I also put the rice on the taco, but you can eat it on the side).</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Chicken Tortilla Soup</b> (from <a href="http://allrecipes.com//Recipe/chicken-tortilla-soup-i/Detail.aspx">allrecipes.com</a>)</div><div><br /></div><div>Ingredients</div><div><ul style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; list-style-type: none; list-style-position: initial; list-style-image: initial; "><span class="Apple-style-span" ><li class="plaincharacterwrap" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; font-family: georgia; ">1 onion, chopped</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; font-family: georgia; ">3 cloves garlic, minced</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; font-family: georgia; ">1 tablespoon olive oil</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; font-family: georgia; ">2 teaspoons chili powder</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; font-family: georgia; ">1 teaspoon dried oregano</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; font-family: georgia; ">1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; font-family: georgia; ">1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed chicken broth</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; font-family: georgia; ">1 1/4 cups water</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; font-family: georgia; ">1 cup whole corn kernels, cooked</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; font-family: georgia; ">1 cup white hominy</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; font-family: georgia; ">1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chile peppers</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; font-family: georgia; ">1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; font-family: georgia; ">1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; font-family: georgia; ">2 boneless chicken breast halves, cooked and cut into bite-sized pieces</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; font-family: georgia; ">crushed tortilla chips</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; font-family: georgia; ">sliced avocado</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; font-family: georgia; ">shredded Monterey Jack cheese</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; font-family: georgia; ">chopped green onions</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; font-family: georgia; "><br /></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; font-family: georgia; ">Directions</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" >-In a medium stock pot, heat oil over medium heat. Saute onion and garlic in oil until soft. Stir in chili powder, oregano, tomatoes, broth, and water. Bring to a boil, and simmer for 5 to 10 minutes.</span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" >-Stir in corn, hominy, chiles, beans, cilantro, and chicken. Simmer for 10 minutes.</span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" >-Ladle soup into individual serving bowls, and top with crushed tortilla chips, avocado slices, cheese, and chopped green onion.</span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" ><br /></span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; line-height: 16px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" >Modifications: of course I left out the onion & used onion powder instead. I also nixed the corn & used a can of hominy instead of just a cup. We ate about half of the chicken taco base, then I used the leftovers in this recipe. So yummy!</span></li></span></ul></div>Recipe Sharehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05385572483914292864noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5581935599882852773.post-46349680692323657712010-06-11T15:17:00.004-05:002010-06-11T15:27:51.683-05:00Bruschetta bitesThis is a yummy appetizer that a friend made for a baby shower that I helped with fairly recently, & I made it last night for book club. They are really yummy!<div><br /></div><div>Ingredients</div><div>Bruschetta topping (in a glass jar, I got mine at HEB in the pasta sauce section - basically tomatoes, onions, garlic, & herbs) - you'll use about half of it </div><div>1 baguette</div><div>1/2 cup shredded Italian blend cheese</div><div>Olive oil</div><div><br /></div><div>Directions</div><div>-Cut the baguette into slices (your preferred thickness; I did about half an inch thick) - discard the ones with holes that go all the way through a slice, because the topping will fall through</div><div>-Put a cooling rack on a cookie sheet then lay the baguette slices on the cooling rack</div><div>-Brush olive oil on each slice</div><div>-Spoon the bruschetta topping on the bread slices</div><div>-Put shredded cheese on bruschetta</div><div>-Bake at 350 degrees for about 10 minutes. The cheese will be melted & the bread will be crispy</div><div><br /></div><div>Enjoy!!</div><div><br /></div><div>-Court</div>Recipe Sharehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05385572483914292864noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5581935599882852773.post-12767935308112285942010-04-01T15:05:00.002-05:002010-04-01T15:11:39.290-05:00Herbed Mustard - Coated ChickenIngredients:<br />2 tbsp Dijon mustard<br />2 tbsp Italian salad dressing<br />1 lg garlic clove, minced<br />1/2 C soft bread crumbs<br />2 tsp dried parsley<br />1 tsp dried thyme leaves<br />1/4 tsp ground black pepper<br />2 tbsp butter, melted<br />4 boneless, skinnless chicken breast halves<br />Directions:<br />Heat oven to 425. Grease 15x10x1 inch baking pan. In small bowl combine mustard, salad dressing and garlic, mix well. In medium bowl combine bread crumbs, parsley, thyme and pepper, mix well. Add margarine; toss to mix well. Place chicken in greased pan. Spread mustard mixture on both sides of chicken. Spoon bread crumb mixture evenly on top of chicken; press firmly. Bake at 425 for 15-20 minutes or until chicken is done, juices run clear. If desired, slice chicken breast diagonally before serving. (Leftovers great on a salad) Use Dijon as a dipping sauce if desired.<br /><br />~AmandaRecipe Sharehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05385572483914292864noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5581935599882852773.post-85170406525787164852010-04-01T14:56:00.002-05:002010-04-01T15:04:35.452-05:00Mexican Salsa ChickenIngredients:<br />2 Chicken breasts<br />1/3 C flour<br />1/8 tsp garlic powder<br />1/8 tsp paprika<br />1/8 tsp chili powder<br />3 tbsp vegetable oil<br />1/4 C salsa<br />2 tomato slices<br />4 oz. (1 C) Monterrey jack cheese<br />Directions:<br />Place 1 chicken breast half boned side up between two pieces of plastic wrap or waxed paper. Working from center, gently pound chicken with a rolling pin or flat side of tenderizer until about 1/4 inch thick. In a shallow dish, combine flour, garlic powder, paprika, chili powder. Coat chicken with flour mixture. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in oil 3-4 minutes on each side or until lightly browned and no longer pink. Reduce heat, spoon 1 tbsp of salsa onto center of each chicken breast half. Place a tomato slice on top and sprinkle evenly with cheese. Cover, cook until cheese melts. Serve with additional salsa if desired.<br /><br />Delish! People will think Emeril Lagasse came over! ;)<br /><br />~AmandaRecipe Sharehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05385572483914292864noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5581935599882852773.post-24632864994963603922010-03-29T19:19:00.004-05:002010-03-29T19:23:24.054-05:00Vegan Chili<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">Now if you love meat, don't let the name turn you off from this </span><a href="http://vegweb.com/index.php?topic=29041.0"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">recipe</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"> - it is really good! & you could easily throw in some ground beef if you like. The flavor is great though. (Found on vegweb.com.)</span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">Vegan Chili</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 14px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">6 carrots, diced<br />1 zucchini, diced<br />1 onion, diced<br />4 to 5 cloves garlic, minced<br />2 (28-ounce) cans crushed tomatoes<br />3 to 4 tablespoons chili powder<br />1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes<br />1/2 teaspoon salt<br />1/2 teaspoon pepper<br />small pinch (1/16 teaspoon) cayenne pepper, or to taste<br />1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained<br />1 (15-ounce) can red kidney beans, drained<br />1 (15-ounce) can pinto beans, drained</span></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 14px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 14px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">Directions</span></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 14px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 14px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">1. Throw carrots, zucchini, onion, and garlic in large pot and saute 7 minutes.<br />2. Stir in crushed tomatoes.<br />3. Stir in chili powder, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper.<br />4. Stir in black beans, kidney beans, and pinto beans. Cover and keep on medium heat until it boils. Turn heat down and simmer 1 to 2 hours. Serve with a baked potato and some avocado--its delicious!</span></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 14px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 14px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">yum yum!</span></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 14px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 14px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">-Court</span></span></span></div>Recipe Sharehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05385572483914292864noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5581935599882852773.post-78797386403140009182010-03-15T16:52:00.003-05:002010-03-15T17:01:22.958-05:00Mediterranean Beef and RiceIngredients:<br />1 lb ground beef<br />1 can stewed tomatoes<br />1 can tomato sauce<br />1 cup cooked rice<br />1 cup sliced zucchini<br />salt<br />1 garlic clove minced<br /><br />Directions:<br />Brown ground beef in skillet. Boil rice and combine cooked rice with browned beef, stewed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and garlic. Steam zucchini and add to skillet while still slightly firm. Add salt to taste.<br />Sort of made it up so feel free to add any other seasonings! Super easy!!!<br />~AmandaRecipe Sharehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05385572483914292864noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5581935599882852773.post-24213925945022388462010-03-07T22:41:00.003-06:002010-03-07T22:57:47.246-06:00Minestrone SoupThis soup is hearty and filling, and full of flavor. The prep is kind of labor intensive, so you may want to chop the vegetables the night before, or make the entire thing the night before since most soups are always better the next day. If you double the recipe, which is what I did for Lifegroup, use the biggest stock pot you can find, because it makes a lot! I couldn't use all the water it called for since it wouldn't fit, but it just made the soup taste yummier and richer. This serves 6.<br /><strong></strong><br /><strong>Ingredients:</strong><br /><br />1 cup chopped onion<br />4 cloves minced garlic<br />1/3 lb. ground beef<br />1 cup chopped celery<br />1 cup cubed carrots<br />2 cups tomato puree (I used an organic brand for better flavor)<br />2 14.5 oz. cans stewed tomatoes, undrained<br />1 14 oz. can beef broth<br />1 10.5 oz. can condensed French onion soup<br />5 cups water<br />1/4 cup red wine<br />1 tsp. dried oregano<br />1 tsp. dried basil<br />salt and pepper to taste<br />1 cup chopped zucchini<br />2 cups spinach, rinsed and sliced<br />1 cup uncooked pasta (I used HEB brand Garden Shells)<br />1 15 oz. can garbanzo beans, drained<br />1/4 cup chopped parsley<br /><br />In a large stock pot, cook onion, garlic, and beef. When onions are translucent, add celery, carrot, pureed tomatoes, whole tomatoes, broth, condensed soup, water, wine, oregano, basil, salt and pepper. Cook for 15 min. Then stir in zucchini, spinach, pasta, garbanzo beans, and parsley. Cook for 15 more min. and serve with fresh grated Parmesan cheese.<br /><br />EmilyRecipe Sharehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05385572483914292864noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5581935599882852773.post-34762158489411995312010-02-18T18:32:00.003-06:002010-02-18T18:40:20.457-06:00Spaghetti cacio e pepe with roasted asparagusI saw Rachael Ray cook spaghetti cacio e pepe, which is basically spaghetti with cheese & pepper, on her show once & thought it looked good, but I didn't make it until tonight, after seeing it on the <a href="http://www.smittenkitchen.com">Smitten Kitchen</a> website recently. I'm glad I made it! It was super yummy. We ate it with our favorite veggie, oven roasted asparagus. I copied & pasted the recipe from the <a href="http://smittenkitchen.com/2010/02/spaghetti-cacio-e-pepe/#more-5685">Smitten Kitchen entry</a>.<div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 11px; color: rgb(34, 34, 34); letter-spacing: 1px; line-height: 14px; "><p><b>Spaghetti with Cheese and Pepper [Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe]</b><br />Adapted very loosely from <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/mario-batali/bavette-with-cheese-and-pepper-bavette-cacio-e-pepe-recipe/index.html" style="color: rgb(101, 106, 123); text-decoration: none; ">Mario Batali</a></p><p>As I’ve mentioned, for something with such a simple ingredient list this dish manages to fall all over the map. Some versions use just oil, no butter, some use neither oil of butter; some stud the sauce with large, barely cracked peppercorns and half-melted pebbles of romano; some opt for a smoother cheese, <i>cacio de roma</i>, which I located, auditioned and discovered I liked the saltier and more accessible Pecorino Romano better. There are a lot of ways to approach the dish and people who will find something inauthentic with each of them. I say ignore them all and just enjoy your spaghetti.</p><p>Serves 4 as a main, 8 as a first course</p><p>1/4 cup olive oil<br />1 pound dried spaghetti<br />2 tablespoons butter<br />4 ounces Pecorino Romano cheese, finely grated<br />1 1/2 teaspoon finely ground black pepper<br />Salt (optional)</p><p>Cook spaghetti in well-salted water to your <i>al dente</i> tastes in a large, wide-bottomed pot. (You’ll have fewer dishes to wash if you use this pot to assemble the dish as well.) Drain spaghetti, reserving 1 1/2 cups of pasta cooking water.</p><p>Dry out your pot, then heat the olive oil over high heat until almost smoking. Add drained spaghetti and 1 cup of reserved pasta water and <i>jump back</i>, this will splatter mightily, also known as “I made this three times, and never once learned my lesson. Do as I say, not as I do.”</p><p>Add butter, 3 ounces cheese and ground pepper and toss together with tongs. Taste, adding more pasta water, cheese, pepper or salt (which should not be neccessary, as Romano is very salty) to taste.</p><p>Serve immediately, sprinkling with reserved cheese and an extra grind or two of black pepper.</p><p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;font-size:130%;color:#000000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 16px; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal;"><b>Oven Roasted Asparagus</b></span></span></p><p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;font-size:130%;color:#000000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 16px; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal;">Snap ends off of asparagus & clean thoroughly, then dry. Spread them on a baking sheet & drizzle with olive oil. Rub olive oil on to thoroughly coat. Sprinkle with sea salt (or just table salt) & coarse black pepper. Roast at 400 - depending on the thickness of the asparagus (we prefer them thin) & how done you want them (we like them with very crispy ends), keep an eye on them - probably at least 20 minutes.</span></span></p></span></div></div>Recipe Sharehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05385572483914292864noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5581935599882852773.post-4235653232116278772010-01-26T18:36:00.004-06:002010-01-26T18:47:10.261-06:00Slow Cooker Lasagna1 lb ground beef<div>1/2 C chopped onion</div><div>1 t minced garlic</div><div>1 6 oz can tomato sauce</div><div>1 C water</div><div>1 6 oz can tomato paste</div><div>4 oz can sliced mushrooms, drained</div><div>1 t salt</div><div>1 t dried oregano</div><div>8 oz pkg lasagna noodles, uncooked and divided</div><div>2 C shredded mozzarella cheese</div><div>12 oz container cottage cheese</div><div>1 /2 c grated parmesan cheese</div><div><br /></div><div>Brown beef with onion and garlic; remove from heat. Add tomato sauce, water, tomato paste, mushrooms, salt and oregano, mixing well. Spread 1/4 of the meat sauce in the bottom of a 5 quart slow cooker; arrange 1/3 of the noodles over the sauce, breaking the noodles to make them fit. Combine the cheeses together; spoon 1/2 over the noodle layer. Repeat layers twice; top with remaining meat sauce. Cover and heat on low until noodles are tender, about 4 hours. Serves 8.</div><div><br /></div><div>If you have kids...I add one jar of a baby food vegetable to the sauce and they never know it! Usually I pick a jar of green beans, squash or carrots.</div><div><br /></div><div>This recipe is a Life Group favorite!</div><div>Beatrice</div>Recipe Sharehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05385572483914292864noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5581935599882852773.post-15062830251469705022010-01-26T18:31:00.002-06:002010-01-26T18:35:59.487-06:00Chicken Tetrazzini<div><b>Ingredients:</b></div>1 1/2 C cooked, cubed chicken<div>6 oz cooked spaghetti</div><div>2 C monterrey jack cheese</div><div>1 can cream of mushroom soup</div><div>3/4 soup can of milk</div><div>1/2 C onion</div><div>1/3 C chopped bell pepper</div><div>salt and pepper to taste</div><div><br /></div><div>Topping:</div><div>1/4 C grated parmesan cheese</div><div>1/4 C bread crumbs</div><div>2 T melted butter</div><div><br /></div><div>Mix casserole ingredients together in a 9x13 casserole dish and add the topping. Bake at 350 degrees for 35-40 mins. </div><div><br /></div><div>Beatrice</div>Recipe Sharehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05385572483914292864noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5581935599882852773.post-4329585302458062252010-01-26T18:25:00.003-06:002010-01-26T18:30:53.542-06:00Cream of Cauliflower Soup<b>Ingredients:</b><div><br /></div><div>6 C water</div><div>20 oz frozen cauliflower</div><div>3/4 C finely chopped onion</div><div>1 t white pepper (do not substitute black pepper)</div><div>2 t salt</div><div>1 t garlic powder</div><div>8 oz American cheese, shredded</div><div>1 C milk</div><div>1 C half and half</div><div>1/4 C butter</div><div>1/3 C flour</div><div>1/2 C cold water</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Directions:</b></div><div><br /></div><div>Bring 6 C water to boil. Add cauliflower and onion; bring back to boil 10 minutes. Add seasonings and cheese. Stir until cheese melts. Add cream, milk and butter. Add water slowly to flour in separate container and shake until smooth, then add to hot mixture slowly, stirring rapidly. Cook until soup has the consistency of heavy cream (about 25 mins).</div><div><br /></div><div>Enjoy!</div><div>Beatrice</div>Recipe Sharehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05385572483914292864noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5581935599882852773.post-60985459596758100912010-01-26T18:05:00.003-06:002010-01-26T18:25:28.501-06:00Baked Spaghetti<b>Ingredients:</b><div><br /></div><div>8 oz spaghetti, cooked and drained</div><div>1 C grated parmesan cheese, divided</div><div>24 oz cottage cheese</div><div><div>1 and 1/2 jars of spaghetti sauce (about 36 ozs.)</div><div>12 oz shredded mozzarella cheese</div></div><div>1 pound ground beef</div><div>1/4 C chopped onion</div><div>1T margarine</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><b>Directions:</b></div><div><br /></div><div>Put cooked spaghetti in a *large casserole dish and add 1/2 C parmesan cheese on top. Spread cottage cheese on top and sprinkle with remaining 1/2 C parmesan cheese. Cook the onion in 1 T margarine and then add the ground beef; cooking until no longer pink. Add the spaghetti sauce and heat until bubbly. Spoon meat and sauce mixture over the cottage cheese. Top with mozzarella cheese. Cover with foil and bake for 30 mins at 400 degrees. Remove foil and continue baking 15 mins or until cheese is lightly browned. Let stand 10 mins before serving. </div><div><br /></div><div>Casserole dish size: I use a dish that is 12 1/4 x 10 1/2 x 2 1/2 (rare!) but I'm guessing a 9x13 will work.</div><div><br /></div><div>My kids love this!</div><div>Beatrice</div>Recipe Sharehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05385572483914292864noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5581935599882852773.post-52594198881692656062010-01-26T17:56:00.002-06:002010-01-26T18:05:11.407-06:00Savory Crescent Chicken Squares<div><b>Ingredients</b>:</div><div><br /></div>3 oz cream cheese<div>2 T margarine, divided</div><div>2 C cubed, cooked chicken</div><div>1/4 t garlic salt</div><div>1/8 t pepper</div><div>2 T milk</div><div>1 T chopped onion</div><div>1 can crescent rolls</div><div>1/8 C seasoned bread crumbs</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Directions:</b></div><div>Heat oven to 350 degrees. In medium bowl, use a fork to mash the cream cheese and 1 T margarine together. Add next 5 ingredients; mix well. Separate dough into 4 rectangles, firmly press perforations around edges together to seal. Spoon 1/2C meat mixture onto center of each rectangle. Pull 4 corners of dough to top center of chicken mixture, twist slightly and seal edges. Place on ungreased cookie sheet. Brush tops with 1 T melted margarine; sprinkle with bread crumbs. Bake for 20-25 mins. or until golden brown.</div><div><br /></div><div>A favorite at our house!</div><div>Beatrice</div>Recipe Sharehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05385572483914292864noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5581935599882852773.post-58235652294841770412010-01-21T12:39:00.006-06:002010-01-21T12:46:30.648-06:00Jason's Deli Gingerbread MuffinsI posted this on my personal blog a long time ago & I get tons of people searching for this recipe, so here it is! <div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" line-height: 19px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">I love love love the gingerbread muffins at Jason's Deli, so I googled to get a recipe that would come close, & it did... although not as amazingly yummy as the little ones at Jason's, these muffins are pretty good (especially with butter, or if you're at our house, "I can't believe it's not butter!").<br /><br /></span></span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Gingerbread Muffins</span></span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /><br /></span></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" line-height: 19px; "><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Ingredients<br /></span></span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">1/2 cup sugar<br />2 1/2 cups flour<br />1 1/2 tsp baking soda<br />1 tsp cinnamon<br />1 tsp ginger<br />1/2 tsp salt<br />1/4 tsp nutmeg<br />1 cup chopped nuts </span></span><em><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">(I did not put nuts, I close-to despise them in my food)</span></span></em><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br />1 egg<br />1 cup molasses </span></span><em><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">(I used regular)</span></span></em><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br />1 cup buttermilk<br />1/2 cup melted butter<br /><br /></span></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" line-height: 19px; "><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Directions</span></span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br />Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter muffin tins or line with cupcake papers. Combine sugar, flour, soda, cinnamon, ginger, salt, nutmeg and nuts in a bowl. In a separate bowl, mix egg, molasses, buttermilk and melted butter, and add to the dry ingredients. Stir until just blended. Spoon into muffin tins and bake 20-25 minutes. Test with a toothpick; muffins are done when it comes out clean. Can also be served warm with whipped cream or ice cream as a dessert.<br /><br />Source: Bed & Breakfast Cookbook by Pamela Lanier</span></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" line-height: 19px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" line-height: 19px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">-Court</span></span></span></div>Recipe Sharehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05385572483914292864noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5581935599882852773.post-22594118115131915812010-01-19T20:16:00.003-06:002010-01-19T20:21:04.681-06:00Cake mix cookiesThese are so yummy, & great because you use a boxed mix but everyone always thinks they are delicious (& often thinks they are made from scratch :-) ). Bailey has this recipe too but uses chocolate cake mix with swirley chocolate & white chocolate chips.<div><br /></div><div><b>Ingredients</b></div><div>Boxed cake mix of your choice</div><div>1 egg</div><div>1/4 cup oil</div><div>1/4 cup water</div><div>1 cup of your desired addition: chocolate chips, nuts, etc.</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Directions</b></div><div>Heat oven to 350 degrees.</div><div>Combine cake mix, oil, water & egg & beat until blended.</div><div>Add remaining ingredients.</div><div>Place spoonfuls on cookie sheet about an inch apart & bake for 15 minutes.</div><div><br /></div><div>My favorite cake mix cookie is with yellow cake & semi-sweet chocolate chips. Strawberry cake mix makes good cookies too, as well as funfetti cake mix with funfetti frosting on top. YUM!!</div><div><br /></div><div>-Court</div>Recipe Sharehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05385572483914292864noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5581935599882852773.post-92024475145896994642010-01-19T20:08:00.004-06:002010-01-19T20:16:00.082-06:00Curry Beef RiceI made <a href="http://www.dutchovendude.com/recipe.asp?a=1239">this recipe</a> tonight & loved it. It was a dutch oven recipe but can be made in any big pot.<div><br /></div><div><b>Ingredients</b></div><div>2 lbs lean ground beef</div><div>1 cup chopped onion</div><div>1 1/2 cup chopped apple</div><div>1 16 oz. can diced tomatoes, with liquid</div><div>1 cup uncooked white rice</div><div>1 1/2 Tbsp curry powder</div><div>1 1/2 tsp salt</div><div>2 tsp beef bouillon</div><div>2 Tbsp chopped peanuts (optional)</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Directions</b></div><div>Heat dutch oven (or pot) on high.</div><div>Add beef & onion & stir until meat is browned.</div><div>Drain excess fat.</div><div>Add all ingredients except peanuts & heat to boiling, then reduce to simmering.</div><div>Simmer for 45 minutes or until rice is cooked through.</div><div>Serve & sprinkle peanuts in top, if desired. </div><div><br /></div><div>My modifications: I used ground deer since we have an abundance of it, & it was really good. I never add onion so I substituted onion powder, & nixed the peanuts. I also bought fire-roasted tomatoes because I like the added flavor. I used a golden delicious apple; I think the flavor of them complement curry well. </div><div><br /></div><div>-Court</div>Recipe Sharehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05385572483914292864noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5581935599882852773.post-29230462604524488952010-01-16T21:04:00.003-06:002010-01-16T21:43:47.966-06:00Topher SoupIngredients: <div><br /></div><div>4 chicken breasts, boiled & shredded</div><div>1 box of chicken broth</div><div>1 can petite diced tomatoes</div><div>1 can sweet corn</div><div>1 can hominy</div><div>1 can garbanzo beans</div><div>1 pkg. dry fajita seasoning</div><div>1 pkg. dry ranch dressing mix</div><div>tortilla chips to garnish</div><div>cheese to garnish</div><div><br /></div><div>Directions:</div><div><br /></div><div>After boiling and shredding chicken, add to large pot with all the vegetables (drained), and the seasonings, then add enough chicken broth to cover the ingredients. Let cook for at least 2-3 hours.</div><div><br /></div><div>My Notes:</div><div><br /></div><div>This soup is better if you make it a day in advance! It also gets better as leftovers. Also it is very easily doubled - this recipe will make enough for 4-6, but I prefer to double the recipe because we eat it for a week it is so good. You may also add any other ingredients such as black beans (im trying that next time) or white pinto beans, etc. Add any successful experiments in the comments!</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Kristin</div><div></div>Recipe Sharehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05385572483914292864noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5581935599882852773.post-73903484361067144772010-01-16T20:47:00.003-06:002010-01-16T21:44:01.143-06:00Banana PuddingIngredients: <div><br /></div><div>1 (8 oz.) pkg. of cream cheese </div><div>1 can sweetened condensed milk</div><div>1 (3.5 oz.) pkg instant vanilla pudding mix</div><div>1 (3.5 oz.) pkg instant banana pudding mix</div><div>3 c. cold milk</div><div>1 tsp. vanilla</div><div>1 (8 oz.) container whipped topping</div><div>4-6 bananas, sliced</div><div>1 box vanilla wafers</div><div><br /></div><div>Directions:</div><div><br /></div><div>In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Beat in condensed milk, pudding mix, cold milk, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in 1/2 the container of whipped topping.</div><div><br /></div><div>Line the bottom of a 9x13 dish with wafers. Arrange sliced bananas evenly over wafers. Spread with pudding mixture. Top with remaining whipped topping. Chill for 2-3 hours.</div><div><br /></div><div>My Modifications:</div><div><br /></div><div>I am always trying to cut calories where I can without sacrificing flavor so I used the 1/3 less fat cream cheese and lite whipped topping. Also instead of making this in a traditional rectangle dish, I made mine in a large glass bowl that is "v" shaped almost and layered the ingredients like a trifle (wafers, bananas, pudding, repeat with cool whip and crushed wafers on top for final layer). </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Kristin</div>Recipe Sharehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05385572483914292864noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5581935599882852773.post-55649749378737270862010-01-16T20:32:00.003-06:002010-01-16T21:44:24.550-06:00Chicken with Sun-Dried TomatoesIngredients: <div><br /></div><div>3 tablespoons olive oil</div><div>2-3 large chicken breasts, cut in half</div><div>1 shallot or small onion, chopped</div><div>1 can of cream of mushroom soup (fat-free or regular)</div><div>3/4 cup water</div><div>1/4 cup sliced sun-dried tomatoes</div><div>1 tablespoon red wine vinegar</div><div>2 tablespoons chopped/ground basil</div><div>1 pkg or 4 cups wide egg noodles</div><div>parmesan cheese to garnish</div><div><br /></div><div>Directions:</div><div><br /></div><div>Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a skillet over medium heat, add chicken, and cook for 10 minutes or until browned on both sides; remove chicken.</div><div><br /></div><div>Heat the remaining oil in the skillet over medium heat. Add the onion/shallot and cook while stirring for 2 minutes. Stir in the soup, water, tomatoes, vinegar and basil.</div><div><br /></div><div>Return the chicken to the skillet and heat to a boil and then reduce to low heat. Cook for 5 minutes or until everything is hot. Serve the chicken and sauce over the egg noodles. Sprinkle with parmesan if desired.</div><div><br /></div><div>This recipe was a big hit!</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Kristin</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div></div>Recipe Sharehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05385572483914292864noreply@blogger.com0