Greek Veal Dolmas recipe
Modified without rice to make it low glycemic you can pre-make a batch of these and serve them with salad for a week. It feels like you are having something fun or different from the usual! 1 16-oz jar grape leaves in brineExtra virgin olive oil (optional)1 large red onion, finely chopped12 oz lean ground…
Rainbow trout, baked recipe
Love trout, you can stuff it or have with butter. It’s good without a lot of flavoring as well. This is the healthy version. 1 trout2 tbsp olive oil1 tsp parsley1/2 cup waterSalt and pepper Put the trout in a baking dish with 2 inch or higher walls. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Pour…
“Outback Steakhouse” pork recipe
I love Outback’s seasoning on their chicken, so one night after having it I looked up a recipe copycat. Since chicken is over priced at the moment, I’ve converted to pork chops which are cheaper by the each. Today I grilled them but they are just as good in the pan on the stove. 2…
All purpose and whole wheat flour biscuits recipe
Ingredients 3/4 cups all purpose flour, and 1/4 cup whole wheat flour1/2 tbsp baking powder1/2 tbsp white sugar, I use stevia½ teaspoon saltHalf of a 1/3 cup margarine, I use benecol for cholesterol, don’t have to defrost, ready to go!1/2 cup milk Directions Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).In a medium…
Greek frappe recipe
Just coming from the Greek festival I became interested in how they made Greek frappe coffee drinks. I watched as they made it at the festival and after looking some of it up I’m sharing it with you. 1.5 tbps Nescafe instant coffee (I’m using generic here)1 tsp or more of sugar, I use stevia1/2…
Simple and Lite Teriyaki Pork recipe
2 tbsp sugar free maple syrup2 tbsp Lite soy sauce1 pork loin Preheat a stick free fry pan on medium heat. Mix the soy sauce with the maple syrup in a separate bowl. Either coat the pork loin before putting in the pan or pour the sauce over the pork loin once it’s in the…
Quick shortbread cookies recipe
Sometimes you just want a cookie, but not dozens tempting you for days. Sooo…here is a shortbread cookies recipe shrunk down to 4 cookies in 2 inch diameters. 1/2 cup all purpose flour4 tbsps softened butter (I used Benecol)1/4 cup Stevia blend, confectioners sugar or white sugar1/2 tsp vanilla extractSprinkle cinnamon or nuts on top…
Lite Pina Colada Mocktail recipe
After covid a lot of people are cutting down on the alcohol and embracing healthier lifestyles again. Here is a mocktail that helps you feel lite, fit and like you are having fun! It’s even creamy because of the blender, with no cream in the recipe. Even better it is made with a hydration formula,…
Espresso using a Moka pot
Unscrew the bottom part of the moka pot, the silver part in the pictures above. Take out the filter sitting inside.Add hot water to the line in the bottom of the moka pot.Add 2 tsp of espresso to the filter and put the filter on top of the bottom of the moka pot that is…
Silverback Jamaican Coffee Recipe
Ingredients 1 cup Brewed Silverback Rwandan Coffee from Trader Joe’s1/2 oz dark spiced rum1/2 oz Kalua2 tablespons whipped creamOptional – 1 chocolate covered nut Directions Mix the brewed coffee with the Kalua and rum. Pour in mug of choiceTop with whipped cream and chocolate covered nut if on handEnjoy!
Kodiak Gingerbread Power Pancakes
Ingredients 1/2 cup Kodiak buttermilk pancake dry mix1/3 tsp ground dry ginger1/2 tsp cinnamonSprinkle ground cloves1 tbsp molasses1 tbsp brown sugarSprinkle rock salt, maybe 7 granules 1 tbsp margarine for pan1/8 tsp nutmeg1/3 cup half and half Directions Combine all ingredients above except margarine. Stir until thoroughly mixed and there is no dry flour left.Heat…
Leftover Stuffing Fried Balls Recipe
Ingredients ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese1 tsp ground black pepper1 tsp salt½ cup all-purpose or whole wheat flour1 teaspoon poultry seasoning2 eggs2 tablespoons almond milk or regular 2% milk1 cup seasoned bread crumbs2 ½ cups prepared stuffing (any kind, cornbread, oyster, walnut, etc)1 quart olive oil or other oil for frying Directions Combine flour, poultry seasoning,…
Cheddar and Parsley Biscuits
Ingredients 2 cups flour4 teaspoons baking powder3 tablespoons white sugar½ teaspoon salt½ teaspoon cream of tartar½ cup butter or margarine¾ cup milk½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley Directions Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, sugar, salt and cream of…
Gingerbread Cookie Recipe
Ingredients ½ cup butter or margarine½ cup brown sugar½ cup molasses1 egg yolk1.5 cups sifted all-purpose flour1/2 cup whole wheat flour½ teaspoon salt½ teaspoon baking powder½ teaspoon baking soda½ teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon ground cloves1 teaspoon ground ginger½ teaspoon ground nutmeg Directions In a large bowl combine together the margarine and brown sugar until smooth.…
Cornish Game Hens with Blackberry Stuffing
Ingredients 4 cornish game hens, cut along the backbone and spread out 3 tablespoons olive oil2 medium-large onion, cut into medium dice1 cup blackberries, diced½ cup Blackberry preserves¼ cup balsamic vinegar½ cup nuts, coarsely chopped½ cup chopped fresh parsley Directions Heat oven to 450 degrees F.Heat oil in a large skillet. Saute onions until softened,…
Molasses Brownies II Recipe
Ingredients ½ cup butter, diced1/4 cup brown sugar3/4 cup truvia sweet complete2 eggs or 2 flax seed “eggs” (2 tbsps flax seeds, 6 tbsps water)1 teaspoon Molasses⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder1 tbsp dark cocoa powder½ cup all-purpose flour¼ teaspoon salt¼ teaspoon baking powder Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Put sugars other than molasses…
Date Bars Recipe
Ingredients 2 cups quick-cooking oats½ cup packed light brown sugar1 cup all-purpose flour½ teaspoon baking powder½ teaspoon baking soda½ teaspoon ground cinnamon¼ teaspoon salt¾ cup butter2 tablespoons water1 ½ cups chopped pitted dates¼ cup packed light brown sugar1 teaspoon orange zest¼ teaspoon ground cloves½ teaspoon ground cinnamon¼ teaspoon ground allspice1 ½ tablespoons lemon juice⅞ cup water Directions…
Terriyaki Salmon Recipe
Ingredients 4 salmon steaks¼ cup sesame oil¼ cup lemon juice¼ cup soy sauce2 tablespoons brown sugar, or more to taste2 tablespoons sesame seeds1 teaspoon ground mustard1 teaspoon ground ginger¼ teaspoon garlic powder Directions Mix sesame oil, lemon juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame seeds, ground mustard, ginger, and garlic powder in a saucepan over low…
Easy Chick Patties Parmesan Recipe
Ingredients 4 Morningstar chick’in patties, defrostedsalt and freshly ground black pepper to taste½ cup grated Parmesan cheese1 cup olive oil for frying½ cup prepared tomato sauce¼ cup fresh mozzarella, cut into small cubes¼ cup chopped fresh basil½ cup grated provolone cheese¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese1 tablespoon olive oil Directions Preheat an oven to 450 degrees…
Ham, Turkey and Shrimp Jambalaya
Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter1 large onion, minced3 cups beef broth1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes1 cup rice2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley1 clove garlic, minced1 teaspoon salt¼ teaspoon dried thyme⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper⅛ teaspoon chili powder½ bay leaf1 pound shrimp, shelled and cut into thirds½ pound cooked ham, cut into 1-inch…
Vegetable and Crawfish Etouffee Recipe
Ingredients ¾ teaspoon paprika¼ teaspoon ground thyme¼ teaspoon dried oregano¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper¼ teaspoon garlic powder¼ teaspoon onion powder¼ teaspoon white pepper¼ teaspoon ground black pepper2 pounds shrimp, peeled and deveined½ teaspoon salt2 cups frozen vegetables of your choice (broccoli, peas, carrots, etc)1 tablespoon vegetable oil3 tablespoons butter⅓ cup diced onion⅓ cup diced green bell…