tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16455932879723600902024-02-07T03:22:42.896-08:00In the Kitchen with the KenningtonsOur journey towards finding great recipes and cooking more meals at homeNickihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13836302111919638881noreply@blogger.comBlogger35125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1645593287972360090.post-84948900638889160852009-11-02T18:46:00.001-08:002009-11-02T18:50:01.491-08:00Oven Baked Chicken Parmesan<span style="border-collapse: collapse; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;"></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">4 Boneless, skinless Chicken Breast halves (about 1 1/4 lbs.)</span><br />
</div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">1 Egg</span><br />
</div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">3/4 cup Italian seasoned dry bread crumbs</span><br />
</div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">1 jar Pasta Sauce (24-26 oz.) - any flavor</span><br />
</div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese (about 4 oz.)</span><br />
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</div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">Preheat oven to 350 degrees.</span><br />
</div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">Dip chicken in egg, then bread crumbs, coating well.</span><br />
</div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">In 13x9 inch baking dish, arrange chicken. </span><br />
</div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">Bake uncovered 30 minutes.</span><br />
</div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">Pour Pasta Sauce over chicken, then top with cheese. </span><br />
</div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">Bake 10 minutes or until chicken reaches 170 degrees and is no long pink.</span><br />
</div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">Serve, if desired, with hot cooked pasta.</span><br />
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</div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">Special note: I like to bake chicken with sauce first for the 10 minutes then add cheese until it melts.</span><br />
</div>Nickihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13836302111919638881noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1645593287972360090.post-78244067764031833062009-11-02T18:44:00.001-08:002009-11-02T18:44:59.950-08:00Hot Jalapeño Salad<span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">24 oz Bag of medium shell noodles~ Cooked<br />
Approx 1 Cup chopped Celery<br />
2 Bell Peppers chopped<br />
1 bunch green onions chopped<br />
1 small jar jalapenos chopped (these are canned japs)<br />
16 oz jar of real mayo<br />
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Mix it all together and refrigerate<br />
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You can play with the recipe by adding more or less of any of the ingredients until you get it just the way you like it! Enjoy!!<br />
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Some add cheese or shrimp.</span>Nickihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13836302111919638881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1645593287972360090.post-89953508154524265962009-11-02T18:42:00.001-08:002009-11-02T18:43:03.144-08:00Spinach Stuffed Manicotti<span style="border-collapse: collapse; font-family: 'times new roman', 'new york', times, serif; font-size: 16px;"></span><br />
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<tr><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-bottom-style: initial; border-bottom-width: initial; border-left-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-left-style: initial; border-left-width: initial; border-right-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-right-style: initial; border-right-width: initial; border-top-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-top-style: initial; border-top-width: initial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0in; padding-left: 5.4pt; padding-right: 5.4pt; padding-top: 0in; width: 77.4pt;" valign="top" width="103"><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">10 tubes</span><br />
</div></td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-bottom-style: initial; border-bottom-width: initial; border-left-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-left-style: initial; border-left-width: initial; border-right-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-right-style: initial; border-right-width: initial; border-top-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-top-style: initial; border-top-width: initial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0in; padding-left: 5.4pt; padding-right: 5.4pt; padding-top: 0in; width: 3in;" valign="top" width="288"><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">manicotti</span><br />
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<tr><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-bottom-style: initial; border-bottom-width: initial; border-left-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-left-style: initial; border-left-width: initial; border-right-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-right-style: initial; border-right-width: initial; border-top-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-top-style: initial; border-top-width: initial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0in; padding-left: 5.4pt; padding-right: 5.4pt; padding-top: 0in; width: 77.4pt;" valign="top" width="103"><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">12 oz.</span><br />
</div></td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-bottom-style: initial; border-bottom-width: initial; border-left-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-left-style: initial; border-left-width: initial; border-right-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-right-style: initial; border-right-width: initial; border-top-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-top-style: initial; border-top-width: initial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0in; padding-left: 5.4pt; padding-right: 5.4pt; padding-top: 0in; width: 3in;" valign="top" width="288"><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">cottage cheese</span><br />
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<tr><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-bottom-style: initial; border-bottom-width: initial; border-left-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-left-style: initial; border-left-width: initial; border-right-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-right-style: initial; border-right-width: initial; border-top-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-top-style: initial; border-top-width: initial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0in; padding-left: 5.4pt; padding-right: 5.4pt; padding-top: 0in; width: 77.4pt;" valign="top" width="103"><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">8 oz.</span><br />
</div></td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-bottom-style: initial; border-bottom-width: initial; border-left-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-left-style: initial; border-left-width: initial; border-right-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-right-style: initial; border-right-width: initial; border-top-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-top-style: initial; border-top-width: initial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0in; padding-left: 5.4pt; padding-right: 5.4pt; padding-top: 0in; width: 3in;" valign="top" width="288"><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">frozen spinach, thawed</span><br />
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<tr><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-bottom-style: initial; border-bottom-width: initial; border-left-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-left-style: initial; border-left-width: initial; border-right-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-right-style: initial; border-right-width: initial; border-top-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-top-style: initial; border-top-width: initial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0in; padding-left: 5.4pt; padding-right: 5.4pt; padding-top: 0in; width: 77.4pt;" valign="top" width="103"><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">½</span><br />
</div></td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-bottom-style: initial; border-bottom-width: initial; border-left-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-left-style: initial; border-left-width: initial; border-right-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-right-style: initial; border-right-width: initial; border-top-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-top-style: initial; border-top-width: initial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0in; padding-left: 5.4pt; padding-right: 5.4pt; padding-top: 0in; width: 3in;" valign="top" width="288"><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">small red bell pepper, diced</span><br />
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<tr><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-bottom-style: initial; border-bottom-width: initial; border-left-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-left-style: initial; border-left-width: initial; border-right-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-right-style: initial; border-right-width: initial; border-top-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-top-style: initial; border-top-width: initial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0in; padding-left: 5.4pt; padding-right: 5.4pt; padding-top: 0in; width: 77.4pt;" valign="top" width="103"><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">2</span><br />
</div></td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-bottom-style: initial; border-bottom-width: initial; border-left-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-left-style: initial; border-left-width: initial; border-right-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-right-style: initial; border-right-width: initial; border-top-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-top-style: initial; border-top-width: initial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0in; padding-left: 5.4pt; padding-right: 5.4pt; padding-top: 0in; width: 3in;" valign="top" width="288"><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">scallions</span><br />
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<tr><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-bottom-style: initial; border-bottom-width: initial; border-left-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-left-style: initial; border-left-width: initial; border-right-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-right-style: initial; border-right-width: initial; border-top-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-top-style: initial; border-top-width: initial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0in; padding-left: 5.4pt; padding-right: 5.4pt; padding-top: 0in; width: 77.4pt;" valign="top" width="103"><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">½ jar</span><br />
</div></td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-bottom-style: initial; border-bottom-width: initial; border-left-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-left-style: initial; border-left-width: initial; border-right-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-right-style: initial; border-right-width: initial; border-top-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-top-style: initial; border-top-width: initial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0in; padding-left: 5.4pt; padding-right: 5.4pt; padding-top: 0in; width: 3in;" valign="top" width="288"><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">pasta sauce</span><br />
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<tr><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-bottom-style: initial; border-bottom-width: initial; border-left-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-left-style: initial; border-left-width: initial; border-right-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-right-style: initial; border-right-width: initial; border-top-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-top-style: initial; border-top-width: initial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0in; padding-left: 5.4pt; padding-right: 5.4pt; padding-top: 0in; width: 77.4pt;" valign="top" width="103"><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">1/3 c.</span><br />
</div></td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-bottom-style: initial; border-bottom-width: initial; border-left-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-left-style: initial; border-left-width: initial; border-right-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-right-style: initial; border-right-width: initial; border-top-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-top-style: initial; border-top-width: initial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0in; padding-left: 5.4pt; padding-right: 5.4pt; padding-top: 0in; width: 3in;" valign="top" width="288"><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">parmesan, grated</span><br />
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</span><br />
</div></td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-bottom-style: initial; border-bottom-width: initial; border-left-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-left-style: initial; border-left-width: initial; border-right-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-right-style: initial; border-right-width: initial; border-top-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-top-style: initial; border-top-width: initial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0in; padding-left: 5.4pt; padding-right: 5.4pt; padding-top: 0in; width: 3in;" valign="top" width="288"><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">salt & pepper, to taste</span><br />
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<tr><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-bottom-style: initial; border-bottom-width: initial; border-left-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-left-style: initial; border-left-width: initial; border-right-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-right-style: initial; border-right-width: initial; border-top-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-top-style: initial; border-top-width: initial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0in; padding-left: 5.4pt; padding-right: 5.4pt; padding-top: 0in; width: 77.4pt;" valign="top" width="103"><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">8 oz.</span><br />
</div></td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-bottom-style: initial; border-bottom-width: initial; border-left-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-left-style: initial; border-left-width: initial; border-right-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-right-style: initial; border-right-width: initial; border-top-color: rgb(206, 220, 227); border-top-style: initial; border-top-width: initial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0in; padding-left: 5.4pt; padding-right: 5.4pt; padding-top: 0in; width: 3in;" valign="top" width="288"><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">mozzarella, shredded (*optional)</span><br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Cook pasta in boiling water 3-4 minutes or until soft but sturdy.</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Drain and rinse with cold water to prevent sticking together.</span><br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">In medium bowl, mix together cottage cheese, spinach, bell pepper and scallions.</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Season to taste with salt and pepper.</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span><br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lightly butter a casserole dish large enough to contain manicotti in a single layer.</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Spoon spinach mixture into pasta tubes and place into dish.</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Pour pasta sauce evenly over pasta tubes.</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Top with parmesan and mozzarella.</span><br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Bake at 375 degrees for 25-30 minutes or until the pasta is cooked through.</span><br />
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</div>Nickihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13836302111919638881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1645593287972360090.post-27798580059656446842009-11-02T18:39:00.000-08:002009-11-02T18:39:51.838-08:00Southwestern Chicken Soup<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVdh9edTXbgoIvzMEsySPsZR5ct3CJECZLepVlvz6dWlNatn8V3J9qX-g4Ltsg06xb_KZ3f6xX65Z8k5eznBejC_2_evqkA8paZJ2as0LA76KAaMNmdTWxiur4AINURJuGbt3JQdbiOwEf/s1600-h/spoon-glass_300.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVdh9edTXbgoIvzMEsySPsZR5ct3CJECZLepVlvz6dWlNatn8V3J9qX-g4Ltsg06xb_KZ3f6xX65Z8k5eznBejC_2_evqkA8paZJ2as0LA76KAaMNmdTWxiur4AINURJuGbt3JQdbiOwEf/s200/spoon-glass_300.jpg" /></a><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;"><b>Ingredients</b><br />
1 12-ounce jar salsa verde<br />
3 cups cooked chicken pieces (1 small deli-counter rotisserie chicken or leftovers)<br />
1 15-ounce can cannellini beans, drained<br />
3 cups chicken broth<br />
1 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">2 green onions, chopped<br />
1/2 cup sour cream<br />
tortilla chips (optional)<br />
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<b>Directions</b><br />
Empty the salsa into a large saucepan. Cook for 2 minutes over medium-high heat, then add the chicken, beans, broth, and cumin (if desired). Bring to a boil, lower heat to a simmer, and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.<br />
Top each bowl with a sprinkling of onions, a dollop of sour cream, and some tortilla chips (if desired). For a soupier dish, use 4 cups of broth.</span>Nickihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13836302111919638881noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1645593287972360090.post-58461053409187290992009-11-02T18:36:00.000-08:002009-11-02T18:36:28.824-08:00Chicken Casserole<span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; font-family: 'times new roman', 'new york', times, serif; font-size: 16px;"></span><br />
<div>1 bag of egg noodles </div><div>2 cans of hormel white chicken chunks (or you could up your own chicken breasts) </div><div>2 cans of cream of mushroom soup</div><div>1 can of mushrooms</div><div>1 can of peas</div><div> </div><div>Boil noodles</div><div>Drain and add cream of mushroom soup</div><div>Stir in the chicken, peas and mushrooms and then put on lid </div><div>Cook on low for a couple of minutes stirring frequently </div><div>Then serve and enjoy!</div>Nickihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13836302111919638881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1645593287972360090.post-92070796437390677212009-11-02T18:34:00.000-08:002009-11-02T18:34:58.984-08:00Spicy Crackers<span style="border-collapse: collapse; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: small;"></span><br />
<div style="text-align: left;">1 Box of Unsalted Crackers<br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;">1 Package of Ranch Dressing Mix<br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;">1 1/2 cups of pure canola oil<br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;">1 teaspoon of Cayenne Pepper<br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;">1 teaspoon of black pepper<br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;">2 teaspoons of crushed red pepper<br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;">Open crackers into a large tupper bowl with lid so crackers can be tossed around easily.<br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;">Mix the other ingredients together and pour onto of the crackers.<br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;">Toss the bowl around off an on for 15 minutes until the liquid has soaked into crackers.<br />
</div>Nickihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13836302111919638881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1645593287972360090.post-36271517141361296882009-11-02T18:33:00.000-08:002009-11-02T18:33:08.197-08:00Hamburger Delight<span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; font-family: 'times new roman', 'new york', times, serif; font-size: 16px;"></span><br />
<div>1 lb Hamburger</div><div>1 sm onion</div><div>1 sm bell pepper(any color)</div><div>Tbs of flour or so ( to make gravy)</div><div>2 or 3 cloves of garlic or Lots of garlic salt</div><div>salt and pepper to taste</div><div>Italian seasoning to taste</div><div>Kitchen Bouquet</div><div> </div><div> </div><div>In a big skillet cook hamburger, onions, bell pepper, and garlic until hamburger is no longer pink. Once everything has come together leave in hamburger drippings and add Flour. Make sure the flour browns and then add water to make gravy. Then add Kitchen Bouquet, salt, pepper, and Italian Seasoning. Let simmer for about 15-20 min.</div>Nickihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13836302111919638881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1645593287972360090.post-49683879205636177822009-11-02T18:32:00.001-08:002009-11-02T18:32:08.611-08:00Blueberry Coffee Cake<span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">Quater Cup sliced Almonds<br />
Quarter Cup light brown sugar<br />
three quarter cup sugar<br />
1 tablespoon baking powder<br />
quarter teaspoon nutmeg<br />
halp teaspoon salt<br />
third sup margarine<br />
1 cup blueberries<br />
half cup milk<br />
1 tsp vanilla extract<br />
confectioners sugar<br />
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Preheat oven 350 degrees. Place almonds, brown sugar in 9inch pan. Mix flour, sugar baking powder nutmeg salt margarine. stir in blueberries. mix egg milk vanilla add to dry mix. place ontop of almonds in pan. cook for 50 minutes. turn over onto plate so that almonds are on top. dust with confectioners sugar.<br />
</span>Nickihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13836302111919638881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1645593287972360090.post-52406202306735427462009-11-02T18:30:00.000-08:002009-11-02T18:31:01.338-08:00Millionaire Pie<span style="border-collapse: collapse; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;"></span><br />
<div class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVlF1ahOEgtacti2P5bVUO71K2r5tRl8Dysz7Wb8GZdMRHZzQvteMjhIypkScgMyBpR3Np-_-acscRfc2swNsZql_yio0lLmbCqEQ2R90daB6Tau78EXiMVI9_W2Y5bd66E8iSlkKFtp4a/s1600-h/3568397305_ac113490e9.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVlF1ahOEgtacti2P5bVUO71K2r5tRl8Dysz7Wb8GZdMRHZzQvteMjhIypkScgMyBpR3Np-_-acscRfc2swNsZql_yio0lLmbCqEQ2R90daB6Tau78EXiMVI9_W2Y5bd66E8iSlkKFtp4a/s200/3568397305_ac113490e9.jpg" /></a><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">1 can of sweetened condensed milk<br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">1 lg. tub of Cool whip<br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">1 real lemon (you will squeeze the juice out of the lemon to help firm the ingredients of the pie)<br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">1 can of pineapple (drained)<br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">1 c. chopped pecans<br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">2 graham cracker crusts<br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal">Mix together.<br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">Pour into the crusts<br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">Refrigerate for about 4 hours.<br />
</div>Nickihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13836302111919638881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1645593287972360090.post-41441950104162748732009-11-02T18:28:00.000-08:002009-11-02T18:28:03.263-08:00Pea Pasta Salad<span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;"></span><br />
<div>Portions to your liking:</div><div> </div><div>Cooked Green Peas (can be from can or frozen)</div><div>Shredded Cheddar Cheese</div><div>Miracle Whip (or real mayonnaise) and/or nonfat yogurt</div><div>Cooked Elbow pasta (or any other small pasta you like)</div><div>Diced cooked bacon</div><div>Salt, Pepper, and curry powder to taste</div><div> </div><div>Directions: Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Refrigerate. Serve.</div>Nickihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13836302111919638881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1645593287972360090.post-61386875859377402262009-11-02T18:25:00.000-08:002009-11-02T18:26:35.298-08:00Bruschetta Chicken Bake<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3qwnD4TZYTCNbjM1ywU2prcT6lFX2snwYzlhrmZAO6UHVnLMw5dU1Jq3pfAtctcdRnduY0KwbWrn2-4KitWJdXK_W1dFGdh-uKK2J1mBKuLJhwV1PRojdUDXB29LD45FFgakr8OUoqENx/s1600-h/Bruschetta-Chicken-Bake-43395.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3qwnD4TZYTCNbjM1ywU2prcT6lFX2snwYzlhrmZAO6UHVnLMw5dU1Jq3pfAtctcdRnduY0KwbWrn2-4KitWJdXK_W1dFGdh-uKK2J1mBKuLJhwV1PRojdUDXB29LD45FFgakr8OUoqENx/s200/Bruschetta-Chicken-Bake-43395.jpg" /></span></a><br />
</div><b><span style="font-family: inherit;">INGREDIENTS</span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b></b></span><span style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">1 can (14-1/2 oz.) diced tomatoes, undrained</span></span><br />
<span style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span style="border-collapse: separate;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">1 pkg. (6 oz.) STOVE TOP Stuffing Mix for Chicken</span></span></span><br />
<div><div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">1/2 cup water</span><br />
</div></div></div><div><div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">2 cloves garlic, minced</span><br />
</div></div></div><div><div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">1-1/2 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces</span><br />
</div></div></div><div><div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">1 tsp. dried basil leaves</span><br />
</div></div></div><div><div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">1 cup KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Mozzarella Cheese</span><br />
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</div><div><b><span style="font-family: inherit;">RECIPE</span></b><br />
</div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">HEAT oven to 400 degrees</span><br />
</div><div><span style="-webkit-border-horizontal-spacing: 2px; -webkit-border-vertical-spacing: 2px; border-collapse: separate;"><span style="-webkit-border-horizontal-spacing: 0px; -webkit-border-vertical-spacing: 0px; border-collapse: collapse;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">MIX tomatoes, stuffing mix, water and garlic just until stuffing mix is moistened</span></span></span><br />
</div><div><span style="-webkit-border-horizontal-spacing: 2px; -webkit-border-vertical-spacing: 2px; border-collapse: separate;"><span style="-webkit-border-horizontal-spacing: 0px; -webkit-border-vertical-spacing: 0px; border-collapse: collapse;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">LAYER chicken, basil and cheese in 3 qt casserole of 13x9 baking dish</span></span></span><br />
</div><div><span style="-webkit-border-horizontal-spacing: 2px; -webkit-border-vertical-spacing: 2px; border-collapse: separate;"><span style="-webkit-border-horizontal-spacing: 0px; -webkit-border-vertical-spacing: 0px; border-collapse: collapse;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">TOP with stuffing. Bake 30 minutes or until chicken is done<br />
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</div></div></div>Nickihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13836302111919638881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1645593287972360090.post-32887638345968980112009-10-05T16:15:00.000-07:002009-10-05T16:20:55.438-07:00Cheesy Chicken & Broccoli Bake<div>I got this recipe from the <a href="http://www.kraftfoods.com/kf/recipes/cheesy-chicken-broccoli-bake-66206.aspx">kraftfoods</a> website, and it was very good! I like recipes that have very few ingredients and are easy to make! This recipe meets both these requirements. Enjoy!</div><div><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjToN9sP3vIEjly706-u_CGzyg2zDLdpIytVIxh1jDcu1Jg2qfyxmbIkcgDXbu95urZdEI774-PHZhvsOjCqMcvcDfNnDcSDoVABSDvws7j-fnIX8Uj4Qbo1qIXKY5iU_46ZkM_z-h1MPgq/s1600-h/Cheesy-Chicken-Broccoli-Bake-43478.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 307px; height: 204px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjToN9sP3vIEjly706-u_CGzyg2zDLdpIytVIxh1jDcu1Jg2qfyxmbIkcgDXbu95urZdEI774-PHZhvsOjCqMcvcDfNnDcSDoVABSDvws7j-fnIX8Uj4Qbo1qIXKY5iU_46ZkM_z-h1MPgq/s400/Cheesy-Chicken-Broccoli-Bake-43478.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5389259422882819362" /></a><p class="MsoNormal"><b>Ingredients:</b></p><p class="MsoNormal">1 pkg. (6 oz.) STOVE TOP Stuffing Mix for Chicken</p> <p class="MsoNormal">1-1/2 lb.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces</p> <p class="MsoNormal">1 pkg. (16 oz.) frozen broccoli florets, thawed, drained</p> <p class="MsoNormal">1 can<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>(10-3/4 oz.) reduced-sodium condensed cream of chicken soup</p> <p class="MsoNormal">1/2 lb. (8 oz.) VELVEETA Pasteurized Prepared Cheese Product, cut into 1/2-inch cubes</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>Directions:</b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><!--StartFragment--> </p><p class="MsoNormal">HEAT oven to 400ºF.</p><p class="MsoNormal">PREPARE stuffing as directed on package; set aside.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p>COMBINE remaining ingredients; spoon into 13x9-inch baking dish. Top with stuffing.</o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p>BAKE 40 min. or until chicken is done.</o:p></p> <!--EndFragment--> <p></p> <!--EndFragment-->Nickihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13836302111919638881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1645593287972360090.post-20601339258696241122009-08-26T14:04:00.000-07:002009-08-26T17:52:11.703-07:00Mexican Corn Bread Casserole<div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguR2ZmVwPfcn3wDxkFMVHn5o20knna4pZedROA_mvqERZrIFJtQQLiss689jFYxsPAtXzCo4D0WeopNi2R2ziyrsjLDVB_zD7yk1RoaX08zyDocrVpYlbLrO4mdxQvCAL9dKK3_hZRgEOB/s1600-h/photo-2.jpg"></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyTB8VLdABpLJwShu6XnMoA-_RrUy58CQ9SJzjobCQ4umbc1T1JFa1ES19LibbgKoFshDrYLt5V5EQJkumuBgriuU9ub7uEGjQ_R7LSfaLe8DftZASuWfIjbL5GSh8gImRjYDMSAAYJl-w/s1600-h/photo+2-1.jpg" style="text-decoration: none;"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 150px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyTB8VLdABpLJwShu6XnMoA-_RrUy58CQ9SJzjobCQ4umbc1T1JFa1ES19LibbgKoFshDrYLt5V5EQJkumuBgriuU9ub7uEGjQ_R7LSfaLe8DftZASuWfIjbL5GSh8gImRjYDMSAAYJl-w/s200/photo+2-1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5374439078999385186" /></a><div>1 cup cornmeal</div><div>1 cup milk </div><div>2 eggs, well beaten</div><div>1/2 teaspoon baking soda</div><div>3/4 teaspoon salt</div><div>1 (16 oz) can cream-style corn</div><div>1 onion, chopped</div><div>1 pound ground beef</div><div>1 to 2 jalapeno peppers, chopped</div><div>2 cups grated Cheddar cheese</div><div><br /></div><div>Mix first 6 ingredients and set aside. Brown onion with ground beef until meat is done. Add jalapenos and cheese. Pour 1/2 of batter into a shallow greased 2-quart casserole dish. Add meat mixture. Cover with remaining batter. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes. </div><div><br /></div><div>Yield: 4 to 6 servings</div><div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguR2ZmVwPfcn3wDxkFMVHn5o20knna4pZedROA_mvqERZrIFJtQQLiss689jFYxsPAtXzCo4D0WeopNi2R2ziyrsjLDVB_zD7yk1RoaX08zyDocrVpYlbLrO4mdxQvCAL9dKK3_hZRgEOB/s320/photo-2.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5374439355211617186" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px; " /></span></div>Nickihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13836302111919638881noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1645593287972360090.post-38435530527719493122009-05-28T14:48:00.000-07:002009-05-28T14:51:53.095-07:00Cherry Upside Down Cake1 can cherry pie filling<br />1 can crushed pineapple, with juice<br />1 box yellow/white cake mix<br />1/4 c. butter, melted<br /><br />In 9 x 13 cake pan, spread cherry pie filling. Add crushed pineapple, juice and all. Sprinkle cake mix over all. Add melted butter over top. Bake at 350 degrees for 60 minutes.<br /><br />**Our oven baked this dessert in about 40 minutes. Next time I make this I will use more butter**Nickihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13836302111919638881noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1645593287972360090.post-58002359556419795192009-05-06T18:50:00.000-07:002009-05-06T18:54:22.090-07:00Southwestern ChickenThis recipe is WONDERFUL, and it's soooo easy! I made it for dinner tonight... just popped it in the crockpot this morning, came home and it was ready!<br /><div></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIkj4lQ2p1uB9Sb32YPkLrIPvEcWfELsrEwfbIybC3zKCJcerCufxTBTE4q7lTbCaxuXLUFif3Xl5ZoXTcL5dV3MvO31UYEp6AG115ojbcf8PXABAzAkx6fSzVFd7mb3yICPyPKg3j7epF/s1600-h/chicken.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5332894375392257010" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 182px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIkj4lQ2p1uB9Sb32YPkLrIPvEcWfELsrEwfbIybC3zKCJcerCufxTBTE4q7lTbCaxuXLUFif3Xl5ZoXTcL5dV3MvO31UYEp6AG115ojbcf8PXABAzAkx6fSzVFd7mb3yICPyPKg3j7epF/s200/chicken.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>Five zesty ingredients add up to a lot of flavor! </div><br /><div>2 cans (15 ½ oz. each) whole kernel corn, drained</div><div>1 can (15 oz.) black beans, rinsed and drained </div><div>1 jar (16 oz.) chunky salsa, divided</div><div>6 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (4 oz. each)</div><div>1 cup (4oz.) shredded Cheddar cheese </div><div></div><br /><div>In 5 quart slow cooker, combine corn, black beans, and ½ cup salsa. Top with chicken; pour remaining salsa over chicken. Cover and cook on high 3 to 4 hours or on low 7 to 8 hours or until meat juices run clear. Sprinkle with cheese; cover until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes. </div><div></div><br /><div>Yield: 6 servings. </div><div></div><br /><div>Nutrition Facts: One serving equals 220 calories, 6 g fat, 30 mg cholesterol, 805 mg sodium, 21 g carbohydrate, 6 g fiber, 12 g protein</div>Nickihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13836302111919638881noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1645593287972360090.post-79236927417494338902009-04-25T09:13:00.000-07:002009-04-25T09:18:53.669-07:00Sopapilla Cheesecake<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiC-jtIH8rZ5qGYejQbEB7020j33kZwN_WjHQeHS2Wu4X6zHDz1tSLmxJjTIO6d6mLYm8vz5-74XgucfsNqbaUs84t3vZ2Hnc9MYEU4RzoQ93m9477u12kgTyEjZbczY6i3iDiCee8xZkjm/s1600-h/cheesecake.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5328664189766289570" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 150px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiC-jtIH8rZ5qGYejQbEB7020j33kZwN_WjHQeHS2Wu4X6zHDz1tSLmxJjTIO6d6mLYm8vz5-74XgucfsNqbaUs84t3vZ2Hnc9MYEU4RzoQ93m9477u12kgTyEjZbczY6i3iDiCee8xZkjm/s200/cheesecake.jpg" border="0" /></a>This recipe is sooooooo good. A coworker made it for the office this week, and I plan on making it tonight for a birthday party we're going to!<br /><div></div><br /><div>1 1/2 C Sugar</div><div>1 tsp. Cinnamon</div><div>1 stick butter</div><div>1 tsp. vanilla</div><div>3 (8 oz pckgs) sofetened cream cheese</div><div>2 cans crescent rolls</div><div></div><br /><div>Mix sugar and cinnamon together. Set aside 1/2 cup for topping. Mix cream cheese, vanilla and remaining sugar mixture together. Place one can of crescent rolls on bottom of large pan. Spread cream cheese mixture over top. Then place the second can of crescent rolls on top. Melt the butter and pour on top of the rolls. Sprinkle the rest of the sugar mixture on top. </div><div><br />Bake at 350 for 30 minutes. For variation, layer can of apple pie filling over bottom crust before spreading on cream cheese.</div>Nickihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13836302111919638881noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1645593287972360090.post-28306246913465236322009-02-01T10:21:00.001-08:002009-02-01T10:25:53.508-08:00Low-fat Turkey ChiliMathis and I have some frozen turkey in the freezer, and I decided it would be good to use the turkey to make chili today for Superbowl Sunday!<br /><div></div><br /><div>Here's the recipe I'm going to use:</div><div></div><br /><div>This low fat turkey chili is an ideal family supper. It's hearty, healthy and easy to prepare. Serve with a dollop of fat-free yogurt or sour cream on top.</div><div><br />Cook Time: 30 minutes<br /></div><br /><div>Ingredients:<br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaC_kF8ZAcoUNcysr1Vh5TyUWdUhCXRo3fKUVPgMXeWTHmDHCutcT7Dhid1BByEMAR8M1jpieE7YaoCSQdozSLJ-0dcOQMT0XkUX9Za4wfsU9V3VoW0264op7M24VsfLMWfxTBG8QVoSLZ/s1600-h/turkey.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5297896728171033538" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 150px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaC_kF8ZAcoUNcysr1Vh5TyUWdUhCXRo3fKUVPgMXeWTHmDHCutcT7Dhid1BByEMAR8M1jpieE7YaoCSQdozSLJ-0dcOQMT0XkUX9Za4wfsU9V3VoW0264op7M24VsfLMWfxTBG8QVoSLZ/s200/turkey.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>1 tbsp olive oil<br />1 large onion, finely chopped<br />1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped<br />1/2 stick of celery, chopped<br />2 garlic cloves, minced<br />3/4 pound 99% fat-free ground turkey<br />2 tbsp chili powder<br />2 tsp ground cumin<br />1/2 tsp oregano<br />1/2 tsp ground coriander<br />1 14 1/2-ounce can crushed tomatoes<br />1 8-ounce can tomato sauce, no salt added<br />1 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained<br />4 tbsp fat-free sour cream or yogurt<br />4 tbsp fresh chopped cilantro (optional)<br /></div><br /><div>Preparation: Heat oil in a large Dutch oven. Add onion, celery, chopped pepper and garlic. Cook for 5 minutes or until onions are translucent. Crumble the turkey into the pan, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook for about 5 minutes or until no longer pink. Stir in chili powder, cumin, coriander and oregano. Add in tomatoes and tomato sauce, and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add beans, mix well and cook on low heat for a further 5-10 minutes.<br /></div><br /><div>Ladle into bowls. Add a dollop of fat-free sour cream or yogurt on top, plus some fresh chopped cilantro if you have it.<br /></div><br /><div>Serves 4.<br /></div><br /><div>Per Serving: Calories 298, Calories from Fat 51, Total Fat 5.7g (sat 0.6g), Cholesterol 35mg, Sodium 440mg, Carbohydrate 32.9g, Fiber 10.2g, Protein 28.8g </div>Nickihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13836302111919638881noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1645593287972360090.post-21789001384045869052009-01-28T19:23:00.000-08:002009-01-28T19:26:03.931-08:00Grilled Salmon<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0KeNEI6NpRHBB65J5rriJ2hxeCIYMwxDaHySbTmzV25SFcEAL6PHD0dR7GuU6Y2v_BeW4r1H-_iKjsyUONNZAJakEgaU8IL8suaW8icMidBiBvonAlCOG1MDcaQji91baU8WtZPZ3hub5/s1600-h/12720.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5296551687110299250" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 140px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 140px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0KeNEI6NpRHBB65J5rriJ2hxeCIYMwxDaHySbTmzV25SFcEAL6PHD0dR7GuU6Y2v_BeW4r1H-_iKjsyUONNZAJakEgaU8IL8suaW8icMidBiBvonAlCOG1MDcaQji91baU8WtZPZ3hub5/s200/12720.jpg" border="0" /></a>We had this tonight for dinner, and it was great! Since it's so cold outside we used our George Foreman grill, and it tasted great!! Here's to healthy fish!<br /><div></div><br /><div><strong>INGREDIENTS </strong></div><div></div><br /><div>1 1/2 pounds salmon fillets<br />lemon pepper to taste<br />garlic powder to taste<br />salt to taste<br />1/3 cup soy sauce<br />1/3 cup brown sugar<br />1/3 cup water<br />1/4 cup vegetable oil<br /><a id="ctl00_CenterColumnPlaceHolder_RecipeToolsControl_lnkSaveToRecipeBoxIcon" style="BORDER-TOP-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-LEFT-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-BOTTOM-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT-WIDTH: 0px" href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Grilled-Salmon-I/SaveToRecipeBox.ashx" rel="nofollow"></a></div><br /><div><strong>DIRECTIONS<br /></strong></div><br /><div>Season salmon fillets with lemon pepper, garlic powder, and salt.<br /></div><br /><div>In a small bowl, stir together soy sauce, brown sugar, water, and vegetable oil until sugar is dissolved. Place fish in a large resealable plastic bag with the soy sauce mixture, seal, and turn to coat. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.<br /></div><br /><div>Preheat grill for medium heat.<br /></div><br /><div>Lightly oil grill grate. Place salmon on the preheated grill, and discard marinade. Cook salmon for 6 to 8 minutes per side, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork. </div>Nickihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13836302111919638881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1645593287972360090.post-34145895127623045522009-01-25T15:31:00.000-08:002009-01-25T17:01:25.811-08:00Hungry GirlLast week my friend <a href="http://lauraelizabeth1201.blogspot.com/">Laura</a>, reminded me of a great website for weight loss! <a href="http://www.hungry-girl.com/index.php">Hungry Girl</a> is a fun website with lots of tips and suggestions for making good food choices. Whether it's in your own kitchen or <a href="http://www.hungry-girl.com/week/weeklydetails.php?isid=1590">out to eat</a>, Hungry Girl's got you covered.<br /><br />I just subscribed to their daily email so I can keep the tips and motivation coming! Be sure to check them out!<br /><br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5295401109059573138" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 258px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 217px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2Ho4kUa99YxawwrPbxnEMV3uUUYndssZFHG4p2VPMEIDY7eIE12Fmzdg6pD1_FixgfElQxoGF7LTCsf4_FvKkRTVR0rA3aLPZriPOAxJTtcY1B3Klfd8HUW6ecp8BwIuNSe-khohtCx3W/s400/hungrygirl.jpg" border="0" />Nickihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13836302111919638881noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1645593287972360090.post-74511812220869257102009-01-13T17:46:00.000-08:002009-01-13T17:50:40.371-08:0010 Healthier Meals Under $10My amazing sister-in-law sent me a great <a href="http://www.startmakingchoices.com/index.jsp">link</a> today with some wonderful recipes. They have 10 recipes featured that are both healthy and cost-effective... I'm in heaven! I'm definitely looking forward to trying <a href="http://www.startmakingchoices.com/recipes/ten-meals-under-10.jsp">some of these</a> out!!<br /><br /><a href="http://www.startmakingchoices.com/recipes/ten-meals-under-10.jsp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5290960388642106834" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 327px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 295px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRNYtkEa_lT8NdBtb7Dp8hCK5Wxr7Nl1QhxD2BfjhMPKjZgA9QyqQ2JZAKZEgGrbYIzCTPFnS8Bdp3U1F75lr_8mnw-JhsrhPZ7hxonSnq4GGnpkpm-JCOmxyO5RgVmP1tDk-QeLqz-QHM/s400/recipes.jpg" border="0" /></a>Nickihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13836302111919638881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1645593287972360090.post-11580937889088628672009-01-12T17:26:00.000-08:002009-01-12T17:29:32.857-08:00Classic Banana Bread<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEwldts4wRKbT5heHj3VsNWQbK2eedMXhRmtJYVnEKZSCPl-3ICW1f-V7EAmaxpKlAvtCxiaNKUZ07C_nOUUaSpolZO62J78rW4fEbGB4p6yRxYz-4zDHO_BJkVo_ic5Ov5M7ayPSpkGJk/s1600-h/classic+banana+bread.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5290584287580709426" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEwldts4wRKbT5heHj3VsNWQbK2eedMXhRmtJYVnEKZSCPl-3ICW1f-V7EAmaxpKlAvtCxiaNKUZ07C_nOUUaSpolZO62J78rW4fEbGB4p6yRxYz-4zDHO_BJkVo_ic5Ov5M7ayPSpkGJk/s200/classic+banana+bread.bmp" border="0" /></a><strong>Yield</strong>: 1 loaf, 14 servings (serving size: 1 slice)<br /><div><div><br /><strong>Ingredients</strong><br />2 cups all-purpose flour<br />3/4 teaspoon baking soda<br />1/2 teaspoon salt<br />1 cup sugar<br />1/4 cup butter, softened<br />2 large eggs<br />1 1/2 cups mashed ripe banana (about 3 bananas)<br />1/3 cup plain low-fat yogurt<br />1 teaspoon vanilla extract<br />Cooking spray<br /></div><br /><div><strong>Preparation</strong><br /></div><br /><div>Preheat oven to 350°.<br /></div><br /><div>Lightly spoon flour into dry measuring cups; level with a knife. Combine the flour, baking soda, and salt, stirring with a whisk.<br /></div><br /><div>Place sugar and butter in a large bowl, and beat with a mixer at medium speed until well blended (about 1 minute). Add the eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Add banana, yogurt, and vanilla; beat until blended. Add flour mixture; beat at low speed just until moist. Spoon batter into an 8 1/2 x 4 1/2-inch loaf pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 1 hour or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes in pan on a wire rack; remove from pan. Cool completely on wire rack. </div></div>Nickihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13836302111919638881noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1645593287972360090.post-85636929832945126602009-01-11T18:01:00.000-08:002009-01-11T18:09:03.238-08:00Cheesy Veggie Quesadillas<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFmrUYUC1HURNZh2K0gScvO02IsIVJwfOdfeb1vZupMWLnMSfyQKu05TjnjN3_yGXNqsuXn6BOrECd2vZ6Zrh-VnWkT_1FxcW5lAzzhaXKnohHQl37lJV_Siil4lrNLb2enp4Uw_4-WKyD/s1600-h/200514165-001.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5290223098057969570" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 157px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFmrUYUC1HURNZh2K0gScvO02IsIVJwfOdfeb1vZupMWLnMSfyQKu05TjnjN3_yGXNqsuXn6BOrECd2vZ6Zrh-VnWkT_1FxcW5lAzzhaXKnohHQl37lJV_Siil4lrNLb2enp4Uw_4-WKyD/s200/200514165-001.jpg" border="0" /></a>This recipe came from <a href="http://www.slim-fast.com/">SlimFast</a>, and it's basically an easy quesadilla recipe! Serve with a garden or fruit salad for a healthy, fun meal! <div><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_a83_PEACHJQ/SWqlrTZMD9I/AAAAAAAABIc/8EBAjy9_7Ew/s1600-h/200514165-001.jpg"></a><br /><div>1 cup onion, white, chopped<br />1 zucchini<br />1/8 teaspoon salt<br />20 I Can't Believe It's Not Butter!® Original sprays<br />8 tortillas, flour, 6"<br />2 dry cups cheddar cheese, low-fat<br />1 cup tomato, chopped<br /></div><br /><div>Preparation</div><br /><div>1. Halve the zucchini lengthwise, and thinly slice. </div><br /><div>2. Preheat 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion, zucchini, salt and spray with I Can't Believe It's Not Butter!® Original. Cook covered, stirring occasionally, 8 minutes or until tender. </div><br /><div>3. Evenly divide onion mixture between 4 tortillas, then evenly top each with cheese. Top with remaining tortillas. </div><br /><div>4. In 12-inch skillet, cook quesadillas over medium-high heat, one at a time, turning once, 2 minutes or until cheese is melted. Cut into wedges and serve immediately, garnished with chopped tomatoes.</div></div>Nickihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13836302111919638881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1645593287972360090.post-79951255601017046922009-01-11T17:55:00.000-08:002009-01-11T17:58:48.748-08:00Back in the Kitchen in 2009It's been awhile! I have to admit I didn't do much cooking over the holidays, but was blessed to have others cooking for me. :)<br /><br />I do hope to continue posting some recipes, so please stay tuned!! Mathis and I started the SlimFast diet last week, so I've been getting a lot of recipes from their <a href="http://www.slim-fast.com/">website</a>.<br /><br />Here's to lots of great cooking in 2009!!Nickihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13836302111919638881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1645593287972360090.post-53639500051673113712008-12-17T19:56:00.000-08:002008-12-17T20:01:49.296-08:00Green Bean CasseroleThis was a new recipe for me. Normally my mom and I make green bean casserole a little differently, but I wanted to give something different a try! I made this for my office Christmas party last night, and I think everyone seemed to approve of this dish.<br /><div><div></div><br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5280975329219557458" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 300px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiI0hDvV0HTvzYV20dJiZBz41CGpQ3LB_5Bv9LENg12vCg3A9KCsO8vpZ8JvUwhxiZ5rWBDjwq2Aa_lxapdO7Kxly4qOcGbC0cVQbyHYIHBnyi2e0XfS7RZjDg5pd0adBJANJ-uhKptKA3/s400/casserole-ck-521452-l.jpg" border="0" /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVCpi1Qh0a9-zfBqm4Hd4bAlNCq0yqFsC1gIQ8uS9i0yUBxtVp99F46kK030Ot2tGGoRTde9jTRpK84UGw-CGGbwPoevy6kU0mkgcii_hMTrKLWg7MpW8-NU6yRiFHO-_RD2P0VxmA9Mg3/s1600-h/casserole-ck-521452-l.jpg"></a></div><br /><div>Vegetable cooking spray<br />1/4 cup finely chopped onion<br />2 tablespoons all-purpose flour<br />1 cup skim milk<br />1/2 cup (2 ounces) shredded reduced-fat Swiss cheese<br />1/2 cup low-fat sour cream<br />1 teaspoon sugar<br />1/2 teaspoon salt<br />2 (9-ounce) packages frozen French-style green beans, thawed and drained<br />1 1/2 cups herb-seasoned stuffing mix<br />2 teaspoons margarine, melted<br />1 egg white, lightly beaten </div><br /><div> </div><div>Coat a medium saucepan with cooking spray, and place over medium heat until hot. Add onion; saute 5 minutes or until tender. Add flour, and cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually add the milk, stirring until blended. Stir in cheese, sour cream, sugar, and salt; cook 5 minutes or until thickened and bubbly, stirring constantly.</div><div><br />Place green beans in an 8-inch square baking dish; pour the sauce over beans. Combine stuffing mix, margarine, and egg white in a bowl; stir well, and sprinkle over green bean mixture. Bake at 350° for 25 minutes or until thoroughly heated.</div></div>Nickihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13836302111919638881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1645593287972360090.post-32498265670488367962008-12-13T10:27:00.000-08:002008-12-13T10:29:55.997-08:00Weeknight Lasagna TossThis meal was VERY good, and it was easy too!<br /><div></div><br /><div></div><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5279343589562708674" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 307px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 204px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgveNE6RX1jv7XuzHaVy5ljf9jmPxqgx2FDvuOFzFHfnSuhoONIfVl9yk4T-x-e1hldE8AfZM1oLHsI8wP_bJyz7JAqmATat1EykYmUaaUVSiYalNhn-N9vlKragw3-C5OmQOYfwo7Ks3ug/s400/Weeknight_Lasagna_Toss.jpg" border="0" /> <div><br />1 lb. lean ground beef<br />2 cups chopped green peppers (about 2 peppers)<br />3 cloves garlic, finely chopped<br />1 jar (26 oz.) spaghetti sauce<br />1-2/3 cups water<br />1/4 cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing<br />12 oven-ready lasagna noodles, broken into quarters<br />1 cup KRAFT Shredded Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese </div><br /><div></div><br /><div>BROWN meat in large (4-qt.) saucepan on medium heat; drain. </div><div><br />ADD peppers, garlic, spaghetti sauce, water and dressing; bring to boil. Stir in noodles; reduce heat to medium-low. Cover. </div><div><br />COOK, stirring occasionally, 10 to 15 min. or until noodles are tender. Remove from heat. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover; let stand 5 min. or until cheese is melted. </div>Nickihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13836302111919638881noreply@blogger.com0