We had a snow day today, so I thought it would be nice to have some cookies and hot chocolate with Corey while we watched the snow come down. I whipped up a batch of pudding cookies - one of my favorites because they are fast, easy, and taste fantastic! Today I made them with vanilla ...
Well, I'm actually going to be home a few nights this week, so I think I get to cook again. Woo hoo! I only have to do training one night, which is a nice relief after the last couple of weeks. We still have some evening obligations like Boy Scouts and church, but I should have ...
These taste incredible! They make a great appetizer, side-dish, or main dish. I love to serve them with steak filets for a surf-and-turf dinner.Ingredients12 large sea scallops, trimmed and well drained1 lime, juiced1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon grill seasoning or coarse salt ...
I cook my asparagus separate from the salmon instead of in the same packet.Ingredients1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch2-1/4 teaspoons butter, melted1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce2 tablespoons honey1 tablespoon Dijon mustardDash white pepper2 salmon fillets (4 ounces each)1/4 cup chopped ...
My family loves this different twist on tacos. The original recipe calls for 1 jar of salsa, which I replaced with 8 oz. tomato sauce to reduce the sodium content. Ingredients 12 won ton wrappers 1 lb lean ground beef (93/7) 1/2 onion, diced 8 oz. no salt added tomato sauce 2 ...
This is a great recipe to use if you have some leftover cooked chicken. Ingredients 3 oz reduced fat cream cheese 8 oz (2 cups) diced cooked chicken 1/8 tsp pepper 1/4 t onion powder 1 pkg Pillsbury reduced fat crescent rolls Directions Preheat oven to 350. Blend cream cheese ...
Don't let the title fool you - this recipe doesn't have an ounce of bourbon in it. It is easy and tastes great! Because of the soy sauce (even though I use the lower sodium kind), the sodium content of this dish is high. Ingredients 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts ...
This is my most requested soup recipe. It is simply fabulous. My picky son (love you, buddy) even eats it if I leave out the can of tomatoes/green chiles that I like to add. Ingredients 1 pound chicken breasts, browned & shredded (about 3 breasts) 1 onion, chopped ...
This is my mom's recipe. My family devours these rolls every time we make them. I usually do the option to add wheat flour to increase the fiber. Since I have a small family, we always have leftover rolls. They freeze very well, and you just have to throw them in the microwave ...
I made these first thing Saturday morning to share with my teachers who would be attending my computer workshop all day. They are easy, quick, hearty, and very tasty. I use turkey sausage, skim milk and reduced fat Bisquick to keep the fat down. Ingredients 1 pound Honeysuckle ...
This is a week of super simple meals. I forgot how busy the month of January is for my family. Last week I was pretty much able to stick to my menu plan, but I did burn my crock pot beef tips on Wednesday. :-( It was in the crock pot for 10 hours, and I think my new crock pot runs ...
This is as close to Campbells as you can get!Ingredients: 4 cans Northern beans (15 ounces) - puree two of the cans1 small can tomato sauce (15 ounces)6 cups chicken broth (low sodium)1 cup chopped onion (I puree mine as my son hates "chunks")12 slices bacon (I use center cut bacon ...
I like to eat soup for my lunches at school, so I made a couple of big pots today and put single portions in the freezer. Here's the first one. It's a very tasty, hearty soup that's low fat and high fiber.Ingredients:1 onion, chopped4 garlic cloves, minced1 T ground cumin1/2 t ground ...
Unfortunately, this week is even crazier than last week, so I have a couple nights where I will be eating at my workshops. I've added so great recipes though, so be sure to check them out. Be sure to check out other menus at Laura's site.Sunday - Monterrey Chicken, Baked Beans, ...
I use this in place of the boxed mixes so I can lower sodium content and increase fiber.Ingredients:3 cups dried bread cubes and crumbs (I use one loaf of Nature's Own Honey Wheat Light)1/4 teaspoon lemon pepper (I make my own by combining dried lemon peel and pepper)1/2 teaspoon ...
I'm trying to lower my sodium consumption and increase my fiber intake, so I made my own stuffing mix for this.Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter or margarine4 boneless chicken breast halves1 box (6 oz) chicken flavor stuffing mix1 can (10 ¾ oz) fat free cream of mushroom soup or cream ...
I absolutely love meals that I can throw in the crock pot before I leave for school and then have ready to eat when I get home. This is one of those meals! It is so easy and it tastes fabulous. I think my no-carb friend, DeAnna, can even enjoy this one if she doesn't serve it on ...
Easy and tasty! Ingredients: 4-6 chicken breasts 4-6 T bbq sauce 4-6 slices bacon grated cheddar grated Monterey jack Directions: Preheat oven to 350. Place chicken breasts in greased glass baking dish. Top each with 1T bbq sauce and one piece bacon. Bake for 30-35 minutes. ...
I decided not to grill tonight, and instead, I made this recipe. It was WONDERFUL!! The meat was tender and juicy and had a fantastic, sweet flavor. I will definitely be making it again. Ingredients2 lbs boneless pork loinsalt and pepper to taste1/4 cup honey2 tablespoons orange ...
Well, here's my second week of posting to Menu Plan Monday. I have enjoyed posting my recipes, and my family gets a kick out of me taking pictures of everything I cook. :) This week is a busy one for us, so you will some "boring" things like chili and pizza, but they are quick and ...
This is a favorite with my boys. It's a hearty meal, tastes great, and looks pretty neat, too! (picture will be posted after I make it on Saturday)Ingredients1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef1/2 cup plain bread crumbs1/4 cup finely chopped onions1/4 cup ketchup2 teaspoons prepared mustard1/2 ...
My mother-in-law and I saw these in a magazine, thought they looked pretty impressive, so we both decided we would give them a try. My first try will be this week, so wish me luck. :) I will post a picture if they don't look too atrocious. *Well, they turned out pretty well. My ...
This is a simple, tasty recipe that is great with wild rice or couscous. It's also pretty healthy, and if you are a Weight Watchers person, it's only 3 pts!Ingredients2 tsp vegetable oil3 Tbsp balsamic vinegar2 tsp Dijon mustard1 large garlic clove(s), crushed1 pound uncooked boneless, ...
I tried this recipe for the first time today, and it was ok. The boys probably liked them more than me. They turned out a little thinner than I would have liked them. I have a recipe for "Brownie Waffles" that I usually make that I like better, but they take longer to make. I will ...
This is the BEST cake in the world. It is easy to make, it's super moist, and it's loaded with melty bits of chocolate chip goodness. It is definitely my family's favorite cake, especially when it is warm out of the oven. Ingredients 1 yellow cake mix 1 small box instant ...
This is a great low-fat muffin recipe that is super easy to make. Sometimes I substitute a chocolate cake mix for the spice cake mix to get tasty chocolate pumpkin muffins. Yum, yum!Ingredients1 Box Spice Cake Mix1 (15 oz.) Can Pure Pumpkin1/2 Cup WaterDirectionsPreheat oven to ...
These are probably the best blueberry muffins I have ever eaten. Ingredients: 1 cup milk 1/4 cup applesauce (original recipe calls for vegetable oil) 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 egg 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup sugar 3 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 ...
I know, anything with butterscotch chips in it can't be considered healthy, but it tastes great! I did use 1 cup of wheat flour and 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour. I also substituted 1/4 cup oil and 1/4 cup applesauce instead of using the 1/2 cup oil called for in the recipe. I didn't ...
These are hearty muffins that are great for breakfast or served with soup for lunch. I use 1 cup all purpose flour and 3/4 wheat flour to make them a bit healthier.Ingredients1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese1/4 cup sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 ...
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