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Ingredients 4 oz water 1 cup strawberries 1 c frozen vanilla fat free yogurt 2 tablespoon honey 1 Graham cracker 1 ice dash of cinnamon Preparation Combine in blender and blend until smooth

Ingredients 1 ½ Bags of Pepperidge Farm or Brownsberry Seasoned Croutons 1 Box of Uncle Ben’s Wild Rice Mix (cooked) 2 Eggs 1 Large Chopped Onion 1 Bunch of Celery 1 Can of Sliced / Slightly Chopped Water Chestnuts 1 Lb. Of sausage (Jimmy Dean or your favorite brand) ½ Teaspoon of Black Pepper 2 Cans of Chicken Broth 1 Lb. Of Real Butter 1 Clove of Garlic Preparation Soak the Croutons in the Chicken Broth....

Ingredients fresh mushrooms FOR THE STUFFING: 1 (8 ounce) pkg cream cheese, softened 1 (6 oz) can tiny shrimp, drained 1 (6 oz) can crabmeat, drained and flaked 1/4 cup grated Swiss cheese 2 tablespoons sour cream 1 clove garlic, crushed green onion, finely chopped (to taste) ground black pepper (to taste) Preparation Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Clean mushrooms and remove stems; set aside. Combine all ingredients for the stuffing....

Ingredients 1 19oz can black beans, rinsed 1 19oz can kidney beans, rinsed 1 19oz can chick peas, rinsed 1/2 lg red pepper, seeded and chopped 1/2 lg green pepper, seeded and chopped 1 small can corn niblets 1/4 cup onion, finally chopped 1/2 lb feta cheese, crumbled Dressing: 3/4 cup olive oil 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 1/2 tsp salt pinch freshly ground pepper 1.5 tablespoon orange flower water 2 tsp lavender buds, if available (I get them directly out of my garden) or 2 tsp herbs de Provence, if available....

Ingredients 10 cups tortilla chips 2 lbs cooked chicken or pork sausage 2 cans of chopped green chiles, drained 4 teaspoons of taco seasoning mix 4 medium green onions, sliced (1/4 cup) 4 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped (1 1/3 cups) 4 cups finely shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese (1 pound) Preparation Heat coals or gas grill for direct heat. Spray two 30x18-inch pieces of heavy-duty aluminum foil with cooking spray. Spread tortilla chips on centers of foil pieces....

Ingredients 1 large bag Tri-Colored Rotini Pasta 1 Lg. Bottle Zesty Italian Dressing 1 can each: Peas, green beans, corn (white & yellow), medium olives, chopped olives (whatever canned vegetables you like, throw them in!) 1 lg. Red onion, chopped lengthwise (not diced) 1 entire bulb garlic, crushed 1 red pepper, chopped 1 yellow pepper, chopped 1 jar artichoke hearts, lightly chopped 1 cup sweet banana peppers, lightly chopped 2 cups dry salami, cubed...

Ingredients 200ml Tomato Juice 1 can Pineapple Chunks 50g Brown Sugar 50g Corn Flour 100ml White Vinegar 1Medium Onion 0.5 Green Pepper 0.5 Red Pepper 0.5 Yellow Pepper 25ml Soy Sauce 1 pinch Ground Ginger Preparation Begin by draining the pineapple chunks but keep the juice to one side. Pour the vinegar, tomato juice and half the pineapple juice into a pot. 2 Stir in the salt ginger and cornflour. Place the pot over a moderate heat and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring all the while....

Ingredients 1 lb of spaghetti broken in half 2/3 dry seasoned bread crumbs 4 cups of pasta sauce 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese 8 oz turkey pepperoni 8 eggs lightly beaten 6 tablespoons grated parmesan Preparation cook spaghetti 1 minute less than directed on package, drain. Heat oven to 350. Coat nonstick skillet with nonstick cooking spray. coat with breadcrumbs. In bowl, combine spaghetti, pasta sauce, mozzarella and pepperoni. Stir in beaten eggs....

Ingredients 1 red bell pepper 1 1/2 pounds tomatoes (5 medium), cored and quartered 5 anchovies, rinsed and patted dry 3 tablespoons capers, rinsed and drained 2 tablespoons golden raisins 1/3 cup toasted blanched almonds, plus more, chopped, for serving 2 1/2 ounces Parmesan, grated, plus more for serving 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper 1 pound spaghetti Fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves, for serving...

Ingredients 3 tbs Extra virgin olive oil, divided 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1/2 yello onion, finely chopped 1 1/4 lbs red potatos, unpeeled, cut into 1/2" cubes 1 1/2 packed cups (~4 oz) baby spinach 8 eggs, lightly beaten Salt and black pepper to taste Preparation Heat 2 tbs oil in large nonstick or well-seasoned cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and onions, and cook about 2 minutes....

Ingredients 1 can (15 ounces) pear halves in extra-light syrup or juice 1/2 cup pomegranate or cranberry juice Juice of 1 lemon 1 can (12 fluid ounces) lemon-lime soda Preparation Preparation Time: Approximately 5 minutes Preparation: Place the can of pears in a freezer; freeze until solid, at least 3 hours, or up to several days. Scoop the frozen pears from the can, and purée with the pomegranate juice and the lemon juice in a blender until smooth....

Ingredients 2 c barley water, lukewarm 2 c spelt flour 1 c kamut flour 1 c millet flour 1-1 1/2 c white bread flour 2 T gluten 2 T honey 2 1/4 tsp salt 3 T butter, melted 2 1/2 yeast Preparation Mix barley water, honey, and melted butter and dissolve yeast in it. Mix flours, gluten and salt and add to liquid, mixing until too stiff to turn. Turn onto board and mix in remaining flour then allow to rest 20 min....

Ingredients 1 can (11 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Thin Crust Pizza Crust 1/4 cup peanut sauce 1 cup chopped cooked chicken breast 1/2 cup shredded carrot 2 medium green onions, chopped (2 tablespoons) 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped peanuts 1/3 cup finely shredded mozzarella cheese 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro Preparation Heat gas or charcoal grill to medium heat. Cut 14 x 14-inch piece of heavy duty foil; spray foil with cooking spray....

Ingredients 2 lobster tails cooked 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 to 1 1/2 tablespoons Asian Blend 4 cups fish or chicken broth 1 tablespoon grated lime rind 1/3 cup uncooked long-grain rice 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk 6 large mushrooms, sliced 2 green onions, chopped 1 thai or bird chile, halved 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice Preparation Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat....

Ingredients Bunch of Spinach Small Head of Red Cabbage 1 c. white raisins 1/2 c. choppen pecans DRESSING: 1 c. vegetable oil 1/3 c. white wine vinegar 6 tbl. sugar 1 tsp. dry mustard 1 tsp. salt 1 1/2 tsp. celery seed 2 tbl. grated onion Preparation Shred spinach. Chop cabbage into THIN pieces. Add raisins and pecans. Cobine dressing ingredients. Pour over salad mixture. Toss. Best if dressing is at room temperature or if you let it sit a bit before serving....

Ingredients 10 cups vegatable broth 4 small red potatoes, peeled and quartered 2 medium white or yukon potatoes, peeled and quartered 2 bunches parsley, rinsed 4-5 celery stalks 18 oz spinach, pre-washed and rinsed 3-4 medium leeks, split lenghtwise, sliced and triple rinsed salt pepper to taste Preparation Boile potaotes in salted water to fork tender while sauteing other ingredients. In a large frying pan, add a 1/2 cup broth and cook leeks on medium high until tender, about 8 -10 minutes....

Ingredients 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling 1 yellow onion, finely chopped (1 1/2 cups) 3 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed 1 jalapeno (seeded if less heat desired), thinly sliced (1/4 cup) Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 1 1/4 pounds tomatillos, husked, well washed, and cut into 1-inch wedges (4 cups) 4 cups packed spinach 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro stems, plus leaves for serving 1 teaspoon coriander seeds...

Ingredients 10 ounces lasagna noodles, preferably whole-wheat 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 4 large or 5 medium leeks, pale green and white parts only, thinly sliced and washed thoroughly (about 6 cups) 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 4 cups nonfat milk 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon salt 3/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 2 2-pound butternut squash, peeled, halved, seeded and grated using the large-hole side of a box grater...

Ingredients 1 ounce dried porcini mushrooms 1 cup chicken broth 1 tablespoon butter 1 tbsp olive oil 1/4 cup shallots, minced 1/2 pound button mushrooms 1 1/2 tablespoons flour 2 tablespoons brandy 1 1/2 tablespoons oil 2 New York strip steaks 2 tablespoons parsley, minced Preparation Rinse porcini and drain. Bring broth to boil, remove from heat and add porcini. Cover, let sand 30 minutes. Strain through sieve, pressing to release liquid....

Ingredients 1/2 c. sugar 1/4 t. Worchestershire 1/4 t. paprika 1/4 t. cider vinegar 1 tsp. minced onion 1/2 c. oil 1 T. poppy seeds 2 T. sesame seeds 1 qt. strawberries Preparation Blend first 5 ingredients on high. Set aside. Add and lend next 3 ingredients on low. Refrigerate overnight. 30 mins. before serving pour over fresh spinach leaves. Add 1 qt. strawberries.