2 c. plain nonfat yogurt1 medium ripe banana, peeled and sliced1/2 c. splenda (sweetener or sugar)3 T. lemon juice2 c. frozen, unsweetened whole strawberries1 c. frozen raspberries Combine yogurt, banana, splenda and lemon juice in blender. Blend and then add frozen berries. Blend until smooth. Make 4 servings. Groceries … [Read more...] about Banana Berry Smoothie
Blueberry Buckle
1/2 c. flour plus 1 1/2 c. separated1/2 c. light brown sugar2 T. sugar plus 2/3 c. separated1/4 t. cinnamon1/8 t. salt plus 1/2 t. separated4 T. unsalted butter, cut into 8 pieces plus 10 T. separated1 1/2 t. baking powder1/2 t. lemon zest1 1/2 t. vanilla2 eggs1 pt. fresh blueberries (frozen are too moist, do not use frozen) Streusel topping: In a food processor, combine 1/2 … [Read more...] about Blueberry Buckle
King Cake
1 – 16 oz. carton sour cream1/3 c. sugar, plus 1 T. and 1/2 c. sugar, divided1/4 c. butter, plus 1/3 c. softened, divided1 t. salt2 pkgs. dry active yeast1/2 c. warm water (105-115 degrees)2 large eggs6 – 6 1/2 c. flour, divided1 1/2 t. cinnamonColored Frostings:3 c. sifted powdered sugar3 T. butter3-5 T. milk1/4 t. vanilla extract1 or two drops each of green, yellow, red and … [Read more...] about King Cake
Petits Fours
1 c. shortening2 c. sugar3 c. all purpose flour2 t. baking powder3/4 t. salt1 c. ice water1 1/2 t. clear imitation butter flavor1 t. vanilla extract3/4 t. almond extract4 egg whites1/2 t. cream of tarter10 c. sifted powdered sugar1 c. water3 T. light corn syrupCreamy Decorator Frosting:2 c. sifted powdered sugar1/4 c. plus 2 T. shortening2 T. milk1/2 t. vanilla OR almond … [Read more...] about Petits Fours
Egg Rolls
1/2 lb. lean boneless pork2 T. peanut or sesame oil plus 2 c., divided1 – 8 oz. pkg. mushrooms, chopped1 c. chopped bean sprouts1/2 c. finely chopped water chestnuts2 green onions, finely chopped4 c. finely shredded cabbage2 T. soy sauce1 T plus 1 t. cornstarch1 – 16 oz. pkg. egg roll wrappers Process food in a food processor until finely chopped. Cook pork in 2 T. peanut … [Read more...] about Egg Rolls
Bread Machine Pizza Dough
1 t. sugar2 t. salt1/4 c. plus 1 T. cornmeal3 T. wheat flour3 c. white flour1 1/4 c. warm water (105 degrees)2 T. olive oil1 T. yeast Pour water into bread maker. Then add olive oil, flours, cornmeal, sugar and salt. Poke a hole in the dry mixture with your finger and add yeast there. Set bread machine to dough cycle. When complete, flour a surface and shape crust for … [Read more...] about Bread Machine Pizza Dough
Calzone
2 T. cornmeal1 lb. sweet or hot Italian sausage links, crumbled and cooked2 c. your favorite marinara sauce 1/4 t. hot crushed red pepper flakes1/2 t. crushed fennel (opt.)2 c. grated mozzarella1/4 c. grated Parmesan1 Recipe for Pizza Dough (Bread Machine or Traditional) Make pizza dough according to directions. Also make marinara sauce according to directions. Divide pizza … [Read more...] about Calzone
Salmon Bake with Pecan Crunch Coating
4 salmon fillets (about 1 1/2 inches thick)1/4 t. salt1/8 t. pepper2 T. Dijon mustard2 T. butter, melted1 1/2 T. honey1/4 c. soft breadcrumbs1/4 c. finely chopped pecans1 T. fresh parsley1 lemon, sliced (opt.: for garnish) Sprinkle salmon with salt and pepper. Place skin-side down in a lightly greased 11X7X1 1/2 ” baking dish. In a medium bowl, combine mustard, butter, … [Read more...] about Salmon Bake with Pecan Crunch Coating
Irish Spaghetti
1 medium onion, chopped2 T. canola oil1 lb. ground chuck1 t. salt1 t. chili powder1/2 t. chipotle Tabasco sauce1/4 t. pepper1/8 t. cayenne pepper1 can cream of mushroom soup1 can tomato soup1 – 8oz. pkg. thin spaghetti noodles2 T. butter1 c. mozzarella1 c. Parmesan cheese In a frying pan on medium high heat, heat oil and sauté onions. Add meat, cooking until meat is … [Read more...] about Irish Spaghetti
Double Chocolate Gooey Butter Cakes
8 T. – 1 stick butter, melted, plus 8 more tablespoons (1 stick) butter, melted, plus additional butter, for greasing pan1 (18.25-oz.) pkg. chocolate cake mix1 egg, plus 2 eggs1 – 8 oz. pkg. cream cheese, softened3 to 4 T. cocoa powder1 – 16 oz. box powdered sugar1 t. vanilla extract1 c. chopped nuts Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease a 13 by 9-inch baking … [Read more...] about Double Chocolate Gooey Butter Cakes