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I love to cook. Ask anyone—that's what they'll tell you. I thought I'd take the opportunity to share new recipes as I test them, plus I'll list some favorites. Also, I intend to include miscellaneous writings, mostly for my own amusement.
I was having a vanilla shake with frozen raspberries added to it, and Casey decided he wanted a shake, too. This is the result...Casey's Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Shake1 scoop chocolate protein powder1 c. milk2 t. peanut butter7-8 ice cubesPut (read full article)
Poached Salmon 2 (4 oz. ea.) salmon filets 1 1/2 c. vegetable (or chicken) broth 1 t. dried minced onion flakes seasonings: salt, chives, dill, oregano, 1 bay leaf, paprika In a large skillet, simmer onion and seasonings in broth for about 10-15 minu (read full article)
This was my breakfast one morning last week...it was sooooo good!Egg Sandwich for Breakfast1 hamburger bun (or English muffin) butter 1 egg 1 slice of cheese 1. Use a non-stick pan, and add a dab of butter. 2. Butter your metal egg ring and place it (read full article)
This was a quick mid-week dinner one night...I kinda made it up as I went along...Veggie Pizza Burgers 2 hamburger buns butter garlic powder tomato paste 2 Morning Star Prime Grillers veggie burgers 1 can mushrooms 2 mozzarella string cheese sticks s (read full article)
What else are you going to call a taco made out of turkey-chorizo burgers?TurkizoI thawed out 4 turkey-chorizo burgers, and fried them in a pan, breaking them apart as they cooked:Put on a flour tortilla; add cheese, lettuce, tomato and sour cream: R (read full article)
This turns out sorta like a quiche, but there's no dry crumbly crust on the bottom, which is what a lot of people object to with your typical quiche. I served this with some yummy olive tapanade, the recipe for which will be posted tomorrow... Imposs (read full article)
More cheese would weigh it down...Puff Pastry Squashed TartI didn't use a recipe for this, I just kinda threw it together last minute. There's not a lot to it, but it was very tasty and I really cannot offer suggestions to improve upon it. One could (read full article)
I've made this for several picnics and potlucks, and never fails to be a big hit. Everyone always asks for the recipe....so here it is!Chicken Waldorf Salad1 can (9.75 oz.) white chicken meat1/3 c. mayo1/3 c. sour cream1 T. lemon juice1 T. honey1 RED (read full article)
Okay, yeah, I made this with yellow squash, because that's what the garden gave me. It turned out good, but Tillie is right—it is better with zucchini. Tillie's Zucchini Casserole 2 lbs. zucchini, sliced (you don't have to peel it if you don't want (read full article)
This is a mayo-free pasta salad...I don't remember where I found the recipe, but it was while I searched for a "deli macaroni salad" (which I still didn't find what I was looking for!)Summer Pasta Salad 2 c. elbow macaroni (I used tri-color rotini)1 (read full article)
One of Casey's favorite things from childhood: fried cornmeal "mush" with maple syrup.Polenta 4 c. water 1 c. yellow corn meal 1 t. salt Grease a loaf pan with butter or non-stick cooking spray. Bring 3 cups of water to a boil.Combine remaining cup (read full article)
Casey never liked Brussels sprouts until I made them like this...Sautéed Brussels Sprouts1 pkg. frozen Brussels sprouts, thawed2 T. buttersaltsplash of lemon juiceThis isn't really a "recipe"...you just cut the sprouts in half, get the pan nice and (read full article)
I made this kinda spur of the moment...it turned out well...Asian Catfish2 catfish fillets (I didn't weigh them; I'd guess they are about 3-4 oz. each?)soy sauce paprika onion powder Marinate thawed fish in soy sauce; add seasonings. Then we just coo (read full article)
BLTC = Bacon Lettuce Tomato Chicken sandwichI just made a BLT with some deli chicken on it, and it was so fabulous, I took a picture!!! LOL!! (read full article)
This was dinner on another one of my lazy, lonely nights while Casey was out of town... Bacon-Cheddar Chicken 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast 3 slices turkey bacon some cheddar cheese dash of: garlic salt, black pepper, onion powder Microw (read full article)
While Casey was out of town, I got kinda lazy in the kitchen, so one night I just made myself a quick salad...Chicken Taco Salad1 boneless, skinless chicken breast1 T. butter dash of: garlic salt, cumin, paprika salad: mixed greens, diced tomatoes, t (read full article)
I made these for dinner the other night, to go with the "Giant Omelet From Heaven".Roasted Potatoes6 to 8 potatoes (I used medium-sized russet)olive oilseasonings: salt, oregano, parsley flakes, paprika 1. Heat oven to 400˚. Line a low-rim baking pa (read full article)
Chicken with teriyaki marinade, and plan salt-n-pepper chicken; with a side of veggies. Chicken Two Ways 3 or 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1 T. olive oil teriyaki marinade (either store-bought or your own recipe)salt and pepper Strategy:The i (read full article)
This begins the low carb diet.* (You're welcome, Amy!) Today I have a representation of the first round of tasty items created using one of a dieter's best friends: the mini muffin pan. Tuna Egg and Cheese Bites 1 can tuna 1 egg 1/2 c. cheese, (read full article)
Okay, this is my last bread post for a while (I promise, Amy!!!) and then I'm going to focus on low carb dishes. The leftover French bread loaf just got chopped up, baked, and turned into croutons. All the bread is gone now, I think. Gonna have to be (read full article)
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