Saturday, January 31, 2015

Appetizers And Snacks - Apple Dip

Whip up this childhood favorite in minutes with plain or strawberry-flavored cream cheese, brown sugar and vanilla.

Friday, January 30, 2015

Salad - Curry Broccoli Salad

Besides curry, this dazzling salad has yummy sunflower seeds and dried cherries. It tastes great and looks super when presented on a big, beautiful platter. Marinate overnight so that the flavors of the curry/mayonnaise dressing has time to work.

Thursday, January 29, 2015

Herbs And Spices - Squash Cookies

These cookies have a spicy, squash taste. Use any winter squash you like.

Bbq Grilling - Campfire Banana Splits

Great for sleep-overs and backyard camping trips. Bananas cooked in foil with chocolate chips and marshmallows. You can even bake these in the oven if a grill or campfire is not available. You can be creative with other toppings like maraschino cherries, peanut butter chips, coconut, butterscotch morsels or caramel.

Wednesday, January 28, 2015

Herbs And Spices - Rainbow Roasted Pepper Soup

The full color spectrum of bell peppers tossed in lemon juice and roasted with whole cloves of garlic are pureed with fennel infused vegetable broth to create this colorful low-fat soup.

Monday, January 26, 2015

Pasta - Baked Mac And Cheese For One

This creamy macaroni and cheese makes a speedy, tasty, and filling meal for one.

Side Dish - Cranberry And Cilantro Quinoa Salad

Quinoa is tossed with toasted almonds, dried cranberries, bell peppers, curry powder, and fresh cilantro in this tasty salad.

Sunday, January 25, 2015

Soups Stews And Chili - Weeknight Wonton Soup

Made with prepared broth, frozen wontons and vegetables, this quick, Chinese inspired soup is a simple and filling dish any night of the week.

Bread - Chocolate Banana Bread

This banana bread features cocoa, chocolate chips, sour cream and a bit of vanilla extract.

Fruits And Vegetables - Easy Marinated Artichokes

These homemade marinated artichoke hearts are simple to prepare and much more affordable than the store-bought version.

Friday, January 23, 2015

Herbs And Spices - Spinach Basil Pesto

Spinach, basil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, and Parmesan cheese work together in this tasty pesto recipe.

Wednesday, January 21, 2015

Pasta - Quick Gnocchi

Make tender, delicious gnocchi using instant mashed potatoes to slash prep time. Blend egg, salt, pepper, flour and mashed potatoes into a dough, cut into bite -size pieces and cook in boiling water. Serve with the sauce of your choice.

Tuesday, January 20, 2015

Desserts - Applesauce Bars

Moist and spicy bar cookies with frosting. An easy and quick after school snack that is also perfect for carry-ins and bake sales.

Soups Stews And Chili - Quick Italian Vegetable Soup

A quick Italian vegetable soup ready in less than an hour. A sprinkle of fresh grated Parmesan on top is optional.

Monday, January 19, 2015

Appetizers And Snacks - Crab Canapes

An absolutely delicious appetizer. To freeze: Freeze canapes uncovered until solid. Wrap well and return to freezer. Reheat at 400 degrees F (205 degrees ) until heated through.