Smoothies are an easy way to get more fruits and vegetables into your day, but calories can add up fast. For a smoothie that’s only about 200 calories, follow our formula and use 1 cup fresh fruit or vegetables and/or cooked, frozen vegetables + 1 cup fruit juice. Blueberries and grape juice are featured here….
This recipe is very quick and easy to prepare. The flavors blend to make it rather tasty. It is great with plain white rice and your favorite vegetable. Why not give it a try? Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, melted 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 teaspoon garlic powder…
This is a delicious stew! Easy to make and wonderful to eat. Great for those chilly days watching football games. Ingredients 6 bratwurst links, browned and cut into 1/2 inch slices 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed 1 tablespoon dried minced onion 1 (15 ounce) can green beans, drained 1 small red bell pepper, seeded…
I gave this recipe to my daughter who has 6 children. They love this, and it is so simple they can make it themselves which they love to do. If desired, a thin mixture of powder sugar frosting can be poured over warm biscuits. Ingredients 3 (10 ounce) packages refrigerated biscuit dough 3/4 cup white…
This is an easy slow cooker recipe that cooks while you are at work! We added more veggies and used natural (not condensed) soup to make this recipe healthier. Ingredients 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves 2 tablespoons butter 2 cups natural cream of chicken soup 1 onion, finely diced 3 carrots, sliced 10 ounces…
Crowd pleasing banana pancakes made from scratch. A fun twist on ordinary pancakes. Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon white sugar 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 egg, beaten 1 cup milk 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 ripe bananas, mashed Directions Combine flour, white sugar, baking powder and salt. In a separate…
I have used it often. It’s easy and uses pantry staples. Always a hit with adults and kids. Serve with basmati rice or quinoa and steamed or roasted vegetables. Ingredients 4 skinless, boneless chicken thighs 1/2 cup soy sauce 1/2 cup ketchup 1/3 cup honey 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried basil Directions Lay…
This simple recipe is a combination of banana cheesecake and banana cream pie all rolled into one dessert! It uses an Oreo(R)-cookie crust instead of the traditional graham cracker crust, adding a bit of a chocolate accent. Plus, it uses fat-free cream cheese, but proves to taste rich and creamy for a banana-y treat! Garnish…
It took many experiments for this one. I have finally perfected a marinade that will make your mouth thirst for more. Ingredients 1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce 1 cup Italian-style salad dressing 2 teaspoons garlic pepper seasoning 1 cup barbeque sauce 2 pounds beef sirloin tip steaks Directions In a medium bowl, mix the Worcestershire sauce,…
These burgers are the best on the grill in the summertime. Jam-packed with all kinds of stuff, and no tasteless bread crumbs! Ingredients 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef 1/2 onion, finely chopped 1/2 cup shredded Colby Jack or Cheddar cheese 1 teaspoon soy sauce 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1 egg 1 (1 ounce) envelope…
I have never heard a complaint of my beef stew, it’s a great new take on an old favorite! I prefer to serve stew over white rice, it all depends on your taste. You can season the beef with a packet of Sazon instead of salt and pepper, for even more Spanish style. Ingredients 1…
We have made this French Toast for Christmas brunch for twenty four years! It originally came from the East Coast. If you like your French toast firmer, then cut back on the milk. Ingredients 5 eggs, lightly beaten 1 1/2 cups milk 1 cup half-and-half cream 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 (1 pound) loaf French…
My Mom used to make this for me when I was a kid. I loved it then and I still love it! Especially on hot days! Ingredients 2 cups milk 1 tablespoon honey 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup frozen strawberries Directions In a blender, combine milk, honey, vanilla and frozen strawberries. Blend until smooth….
This is our favorite yellow cake recipe. I usually don’t get to put any icing on before it is gone. Ingredients 1 cup shortening 2 cups white sugar 4 eggs 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 3 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 1 3/4 cups milk Directions Preheat oven to 350…
This is a baked version of the popular spicy appetizer. Use more or less cayenne to taste. Ingredients 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves – cut into finger-sized pieces 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/2 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup bread crumbs 2 egg whites, beaten 1 tablespoon water…
This is a ‘cheaters’ iced cappuccino! Very easy to make, and very good! Ingredients 2 teaspoons instant coffee granules 1 teaspoon sugar 3 tablespoons warm water 6 fluid ounces cold milk Directions In sealable jar, combine instant coffee, sugar and warm water. Cover the jar and shake until it is foamy. Pour into a glass…