A delicious and easy appetizer. The balsamic vinegar gives it a little bite. Dried basil can be substituted but it is best with fresh. Ingredients 6 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, packed in oil 3 cloves minced garlic 1/4 cup olive oil 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1/4 cup fresh basil, stems removed…
A Thanksgiving classic. Ingredients 12 ounces cranberries 1 cup white sugar 1 cup orange juice Directions In a medium sized saucepan over medium heat, dissolve the sugar in the orange juice. Stir in the cranberries and cook until the cranberries start to pop (about 10 minutes). Remove from heat and place sauce in a bowl….
A nice warm dish served over pasta. Ingredients 1 tablespoon grapeseed oil 2 pounds stewing beef 1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and halved 1 onion, diced 4 cloves garlic, chopped or more to taste 1 (32 fluid ounce) container beef broth 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes…
Delicious, filling, gluten free, keto friendly, and super easy! Ingredients 2 heads broccoli, cut into florets 1 large rotisserie chicken, meat pulled and shredded 1 cup mayonnaise 2/3 cup heavy whipping cream 1 tablespoon chicken soup base 1 tablespoon dried dill weed 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese cooking spray Directions…
These cheesecake bars are an excellent sweet on a low-carb or keto lifestyle. Ingredients Crust: 1 cup pecans 1 teaspoon stevia-erythritol sweetener (such as Truvia(R)) 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 2 tablespoons melted butter Filling: 1 egg 12 ounces cream cheese 1/2 cup stevia-erythritol sweetener (such as Truvia(R)) 1/4 cup sour cream 1/2…
Extremely rich combination of chicken, spinach and creamy pesto sauce. Serve with crunchy bread and romaine salad–it’s the best! Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves – cut into strips 2 cups fresh spinach leaves 1 (4.5 ounce) package dry Alfredo sauce mix 2 tablespoons pesto…
Delicious little bites for an appetizer or a light meal with a salad! Ingredients 1 cup pineapple juice 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1/3 cup light soy sauce 2 pounds chicken breast tenderloins or strips skewers Directions In a small saucepan over medium heat, mix pineapple juice, brown sugar, and soy sauce. Remove from heat…
This is a very easy and delicious dish that I like to make as a side dish for my summer barbecues. Ingredients 2 medium zucchini, quartered and cut into large pieces 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and chopped 1 clove garlic, sliced 1/2 cup dry…
These cookies are nutritious, as well as delicious. Ingredients 3 ripe bananas 2 cups rolled oats 1 cup dates, pitted and chopped 1/3 cup vegetable oil 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). In a large bowl, mash the bananas. Stir in oats, dates, oil, and vanilla. Mix…
Thick beef stew good eaten from a bowl or poured over biscuits. Substitute lamb and voila!…Irish stew!! If thicker stew is desired, add more cornstarch and/or take cover off for last 15-20 minutes. The longer this simmers, the better! Vary the herbs to your taste. Ingredients 2 pounds cubed beef stew meat 3 tablespoons vegetable…
Quick and easy, but very delicious. One of my family’s favorites served over brown rice. Ingredients 4 pork chops salt and pepper to taste 1 pinch garlic salt, or to taste 1 onion, chopped 1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup Directions Season pork chops with salt, pepper,…
Flavorful and moist baked chicken. Ingredients 3/4 cup mayonnaise 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder 3/4 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves Directions Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). In a bowl, mix the mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, and garlic powder. Place bread crumbs in…
An Indian yogurt drink – smooth, creamy, and absolutely heavenly! Ingredients 2 mangos – peeled, seeded and diced 2 cups plain yogurt 1/2 cup white sugar 1 cup ice Directions In a blender, combine mangos, yogurt, sugar and ice. Blend until smooth. Pour into glasses and serve.
A simple-to-make but delicious chicken Marsala recipe. Serve over hot cooked rice. Ingredients 1 cup uncooked white rice 2 cups water 1 cup all-purpose flour salt to taste ground black pepper to taste 1 pinch dried oregano to taste 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken cutlets, pounded to 1/4-inch thickness 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 tablespoons…
This hearty casserole has bacon, eggs, hash browns, and three different cheeses all baked into a comforting breakfast dish, perfect for feeding a crowd. Ingredients 1 pound sliced bacon, diced 1 sweet onion, chopped 4 cups frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed 9 eggs, lightly beaten 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese 1 1/2 cups small…
This is dedicated to all those chefs who tell you to never, ever mix fish and cheese together; and yet there they are, at the diner at 2:00 in the morning. And you know what they eat? Tuna melts. And the reason they do is because it is delicious. Ingredients 1 (6.5 ounce) jar oil-packed…