2 large eggs1/2 cup canned evaporated milk1 cup Italian-style bread crumbs4 cups vegetable oil for frying24 fresh bite-size ravioli, thawed if frozen1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan1/4 cup of olive oil4 cloves of garlic sliced in half1 35oz can of imported Italian tomatoes3 basil leaves, washed, patted dry and choppedsalt & pepper to taste In a small bowl, whisk together … [Read more...] about Toasted Ravioli with Marinara Sauce
Appetizer
Lettuce Wraps
4 T canola oil4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thawed and sliced in strips1 t. salt1/4 t. pepper1 c. water chestnuts, chopped1 c. mushrooms, sliced finely1 medium vidalia onion, chopped finely1 t. minced garlic8 large pieces lettuce, your favorite kind1/2 c. sugar1 c. water plus 4 t. separated8 T. soy sauce, separated4 T. brown sugar4 T rice vinegar plus 1 t., separated4 … [Read more...] about Lettuce Wraps
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
Veggie Squares
2 Pillsbury crescent rolls1 bar cream cheese, softened at room temperature1 pkg. Hidden Valley Ranch dip mixpre-made salad mix of broccoli, carrots and cauliflower, chopped Flatten and pinch together crescent rolls on a cookie sheet in a rectangular shape. Cook according to package directions in the oven. Cool. In a small bowl, blend cream cheese and Hidden Ranch dip mix. … [Read more...] about Veggie Squares
Chicken-Chile Tostadas
1 T. olive oil1 c. pre-chopped onion1 t. bottled minced garlic½ t. ground cumin½ t. ground chipotle chile pepper¼ t. ground cinnamon1 lb. ground chicken breast½ c. bottled fat-free salsa¼ c. water½ t. salt2 T. chopped fresh cilantro1 t. lime juice4 – 6″ corn tortillas1 c. shredded iceberg lettuce1 c. (4 oz.) pre-shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend or cheddar cheese¼ c. … [Read more...] about Chicken-Chile Tostadas
Asian Style Dip
½ c. mayonnaise¼ c. sour cream2 T. soy sauce½ T. dried basil1 T. sesame oil1 T. toasted sesame seeds1 T. rice vinegar¼ t. dried ginger1 t. sugar½ t. dry mustard1/8 t. ground red pepperAssorted cut-up vegetables (carrots, red bell peppers, sugar snap peas, cucumber, broccoli, etc.) Combine first 11 ingredients in a small bowl; whisk to blend. Cover and refrigerate. From … [Read more...] about Asian Style Dip
Southwestern Salsa with Black Beans and Corn
1 ½ tsp. cumin seeds2 – 15 oz. cans black beans, rinsed and drained1 – 15 ¼ oz. can whole kernel corn, drained1 red pepper, minced1 small purple onion, minced (1 c.)½ c. chopped fresh cilantro½ c. chopped fresh parsley1/3 c. lime juice¼ c. olive oil3 cloves garlic, crushed½ t. salt1 t. dried crushed red pepper½ t. freshly ground black pepper Toast cumin seeds in a skillet … [Read more...] about Southwestern Salsa with Black Beans and Corn
Shrimp Fondue
2 cans cream of shrimp6 oz. sharp cheddar cheese1/2 c. milk2 cans shrimp1/4 t. chipotle Tobasco sauce1/2 c. white wine In medium saucepan over medium low heat, blend together soup, shrimp, milk, Tobasco and white wine until heated through (about 8 minutes). Turn heat down to low and slowly stir in cheddar, stirring constantly until melted. May want to transfer to warm fondue … [Read more...] about Shrimp Fondue
Grilled Tomatoes
10 large firm ripe tomatoes4 c. finely grated dry French bread crumbs4-6 T butter, melted2 cloves garlic, minced4 green onions, minced2 t. dried oregano, crushed1 t. salt1/8 t. freshly ground black pepper1/2 c. freshly grated Parmesan cheese Cut tops off tomatoes and scoop out pulp, save for another recipe (like MaryAnn’s Hot Sauce!). Combine remaining ingredients. Fill the … [Read more...] about Grilled Tomatoes
Killer Queso
1 can cream of chicken soup¾ c. evaporated milk1 – 7 oz. can diced green chilies2 T. minced jalapeños1 – 4 oz. jar chopped pimientos, drained1 t. ground cumin1 – 1 oz. pkg. ranch dip mix1 can Ro*tel tomatoes1 lb. Velveeta, cut into cubes¼ c. minced fresh cilantroMinced fresh cilantro for garnishTortilla Chips for dipping Combine soup, evaporated milk, green chilies, … [Read more...] about Killer Queso
