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Baked Tostadas Salsa Verde

January 14, 2009

I made a few changes to this one. I am not a fan of green salsa so I leave it out. I also use a blend of shredded Monterrey Jack and cheddar cheese. 4 (6-inch) flour tortillas 3 ounces (3/4 cup) shredded pepper jack cheese 2 1/2 cup (10 oz) shredded chicken 1 cup green…

Jelly Oranges in the Garden

January 13, 2009

RECIPES – Snacks

I cannot remember where I found this but it is a fun little treat to make with the kids. 1 packet of orange jello 4 oranges Make up orange jello according to the packet instructions. Set aside for 20 minutes to cool. Slice oranges in half and scoop out the flesh, using a small knife…

Spotted Pup Otherwise Known as Rice Pudding

January 12, 2009

RECIPES – Treats

I had some left over rice from dinner that I wanted to use up rather than waste. This recipe comes from my sister-n-law Emily’s Grandpa Joe. The recipe does not specify how much milk, sugar and vanilla to use so I guessed 3 cups milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla, 1/4 cup sugar and I substituted 1/2…

Bacon Wrapped Pork with Barbecued Onions

January 11, 2009

RECIPES – Main Dish

4 strips bacon 4 boneless pork loin chops (preferably 1-inch thick) 2 1/2 tsp dry barbecue seasoning 2 medium onions, sliced 1/4-inch thick 1/2 cup barbecue sauce Wrap a strip of bacon around the edges of each pork chop and secure with toothpicks; season on both sides with barbecue seasoning. Grill pork and onion over…

Couscous Garlic Shrimp with Spinach

January 9, 2009

RECIPES – Main Dish

I was in a shrimp mood this week. It started with the Island Shrimp and Fruit salad recipe. This is one of our favorite shrimp recipes. The couscous is a light alternative to pasta or rice. Source: Better Homes and Gardens magazine October 2005 24 raw shrimp (about 1 lb, fresh or frozen) 1 tbsp…

Island Shrimp and Fruit Salad

January 8, 2009

RECIPES – Soup / Salad

Saturday Nights are designated as salad nights in our house. Salads are uncomplicated and after a long week it is nice to sit down to a lite fare. So I am always on the look out for appetizing dinner salad recipes. We skipped on the rice and cut the amount of cabbage in half then…

Making Homemade Hot Pockets

January 7, 2009

BUDGET MEALS, RECIPES – Main Dish, RECIPES – Snacks

I tend to avoid anything prepacked because of all the unknown and extra ingredients. However, sometimes it is nice to have a snack or lunch that is quick and ready to go. This recipe was sent to me by my sister Allison. These little ham and cheese pies brought back memories of a family who…

Instant Protein Cocoa Bars

January 6, 2009

RECIPES – Snacks

I learned to make this recipe from Shirley Tong a good friend of mine. Shirley was selling Shaklee products and invited me over for a demonstration. During the party she served the protein bars. Now here is my plug for Shaklee. Months later I had become very ill. So ill I could not get out…

Spice Up Dinner Time With A Theme Party

January 5, 2009

CREATING MEMORIES

Back when I was in college I worked at Rag Tops, a car dealership in West Palm Beach that specializes in convertibles, hence the name Ragtops, and classic cars. When the owners, Ty and Sheri were married they had a reception at Ragtops. The building is from the 1920’s, three stories high and packed with…

Scalloped Patatoes with Mushrooms

January 4, 2009

RECIPES – Sides

Scalloped potatoes were on the Christmas dinner menu but come last minute I did not want the same old dish of potato casserole. I turned to my Cooking with Shelburne Farms cookbook to see if they had anything exciting. I found Scalloped Potatoes with Mushrooms and Canadian Bacon. Problem was it called for half and…