May. 30, 2008
Time to get back to blogging
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I decided it was time to get back in the blogging world and start posting more than just recipes, even though I love to cook and try recipes. We are taking a break right now from schooling, we have VBS next week and then will take a couple of weeks to prepare for our new studies which we will start in July. We have switched from R & S to Christian Light, and the kids are doing well, we will begin My Father's World Adventures program in July and we are really excited about it, we saw David Hazell speak at our HS Conference in May, and were so impressed with his spirit and compassion for the Lord and homeschooling. We had done part of their First Grade curriculum so I was already familiar with them. I was so frustrated and distraught about choices for next year's curriculum, and now I am at peace, dh was very impressed and was the one that encouraged me to use Adventures. Our plan is to use MFW through high school and with Christian Light I feel like we have a good plan with a good balance of Structured and fun studies along with the fact that I am a big Charlotte Mason fan, and MFW uses alot of her practices. I hope to post alot about our adventures with Adventures  |
May. 30, 2008
Easy Lemon Pasta with Chicken
Posted in Pasta Recipes
Easy Lemon Pasta with Chicken
I copied and pasted from the Food Network the only thing I added was a little lemon zest as well as the juice.Mar. 31, 2008
Diet Soda Cake Recipe
Posted in Figure Friendly Recipes
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a friend told me about this recipe..it is great!! Diet Soda Cake Recipe 1 18 oz. box cake mix (any flavor) 12 oz. diet soda(drink a gulp and pour the rest of the can into the mix) mix together and pour into cake pan, bake as directed on the box. 1-2 egg whites (optional) but may help the cake stay together better. makes 12 servings..4 pts per serving. if on a diet program. Suggested Combinations: * yellow cake mix / diet lemon-lime soda (with a dollop of Cool Whip -- tastes like a "Twinkie") * orange cake / diet Mountain Dew * cherry chip cake / diet cream soda * diet lemon-lime soda / lemon cake * angel or yellow cake / diet orange * white cake / diet peach soda * spice cake / diet lemon-lime * diet ginger ale / white cake * diet cherry soda / chocolate cake * Diet cola / devils food or chocolate mix * diet vanilla coke / chocolate cake * devils food cake / diet Vanilla coke * diet root beer / chocolate cake * diet cherry coke / chocolate cake * marble cake / diet cream soda * lemon cake / tangerine Diet Rite * Chocolate cake/Diet Cherry Chocolate Dr. Pepper*Strawberry Cake/Diet Strawberry drink*Orange Cake/Diet Orange Soda |
Feb. 25, 2008
American Chop Suey
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Feb. 1, 2008
Deluxe Crockpot Oatmeal
Posted in Crockpot Recipes
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Deluxe Crockpot Oatmeal 1 cup regular oats 1 cup peeled, chopped apple 1 cup raisins(or dates or cranberries) 2 cups milk 1/4 cup brown sugar 1/2 tsp cinnamon 2 Tablespoons butter Spray or butter the inside of crockpot. Put all ingredients into crockpot and stir. Cover and cook on low overnight(about 8 hrs). you can add a little milk before serving to make it creamier. you can also easily double this recipe for larger families. |
Jan. 26, 2008
Baked Pita Chips
Posted in Snacks
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Baked Pita Chips ( I used wheat, and separated each triangle to make two chips from each one.) Ingredients * 12 pita bread pockets * 1/2 cup olive oil * course salt to taste * garlic powder to taste DIRECTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). 2. Cut each pita bread into 8 triangles. Place tr iangles on lined cookie sheet. 3. In a small bowl, combine the oil, garlic, salt, Brush each triangle with oil mixture. 4. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10minutes, or until lightly browned and crispy. |
Jan. 25, 2008
Easy Cake Mix Cookies
Posted in The Sweet Stuff
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15 min Jan. 24, 2008
Slimmed Down Oatmeal Cookies
Posted in Figure Friendly Recipes
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Slimmed Down Oatmeal Cookies Recipe courtesy EatingWell.com Applesauce rounds out the flavor of this quick, low-fat re-make of classic oatmeal cookies. 1 cup packed brown sugar 3/4 cup unsweetened applesauce 1 large egg white, lightly beaten 2 tablespoons canola oil 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 1 cup raisins 2 cups rolled oats 1 cup sifted cake flour 1/2 cup whole-wheat flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon salt Position rack in the center of the oven and preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper or coat with cooking spray. Whisk together sugar, applesauce, egg white, oil and vanilla in a large bowl until smooth. Stir in raisins. Stir together oats, cake flour, whole-wheat flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt in a medium bowl. Stir the dry ingredients into the wet with a wooden spoon, mixing just until blended. Drop the dough by tablespoonfuls onto a prepared baking sheet, spacing cookies about 1 1/2 inches apart. Bake until lightly browned, about 15 minutes. Transfer cookies to a wire rack and let cool. |
Jan. 21, 2008
Healthy Banana Nut Muffins
Posted in Figure Friendly Recipes
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Jan. 20, 2008
Broiled Tilapia Parmesan
Posted in Seafood Recipes
Broiled Tilapia ParmesanSUBMITTED BY: Phoebe PHOTO BY: Caroline C "Flavorful recipe for this farm raised fish that is easy and done in minutes! The fish is broiled with a creamy cheese coating for an impressive flavor and texture."
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Jan. 20, 2008
Homemade Chapstick and Dollar Store Hand Lotion
Posted in Non-Food Recipes
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Homemade Chapstick 1 Tbsp. of Vaseline 1/3 tsp. of Honey 1/2 tsp. of flavoring (vanilla, lemon, mint, etc.) mix all together in a microwavable bowl, about 20 seconds, remove and stir until all ingredients are mixed together. pour into containers and let set. Homemade Dollar Store Hand Lotion Ingredients (All these ingredients are Dollar General brand) * 1 petroleum jelly * 1 aloe vera lotion (green bottle) * 2 pink baby lotions * 2 containers vitamin E cream Mix with mixer You can repack in the jars you emptied or buy new ones if you can find them. |
Jan. 18, 2008
Easy Creamy Chicken and Noodles
Posted in Soups, Stews and Chili
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Chicken and Noodles 1 bag egg noodles 3 cups water 3 chicken bouillion cubes 2 cans cream of chicken soup 1 can chicken broth 1 cup diced cooked chicken or large can of chicken dash of poultry seasoning or celery seed bring the water and bouillion cubes to a boil and add the noodles, cook until tender. DO NOT DRAIN the remaining liquid. add the cream of chicken soup, diced chicken and the chicken broth and stir until blended. add salt and pepper, add seasoning. |
Jan. 17, 2008
Slow Cooker Enchiladas
Posted in Crockpot Recipes
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Slow Cooker Enchiladas 1 lb. ground beef 1 cup chopped onion 1/2 cup chopped green pepper 1 can (16 oz) pinto or kidney beans, rinsed and drained 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained 1/3 cup water 1 tsp chili powder 1/2 tsp ground cumin 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1 cup shredded monterey jack cheese (IN a pinch I use 2 cups of either) 6 flour tortilllas In a skiller, cook beef, onion and green peppers until beef is browned and veggies are tender, drain. Add the next 8 ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Combine cheeses. In a 5 qt. slow cooker, layer about 3/4 cup beef mixture, one tortilla and 1/3 cup cheese. Repeat layers. Cover and cook on low 5-7 hours or until heated through. |
Dec. 15, 2007
Mixed Chilie Nuts
Posted in Snacks
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**these are hot** but make a great snack or party food Mixed Chile Nuts 2 Cups dry roasted peanuts 1 1/2 Cups Pecan halves 1/4 Cup roasted sunflower seeds 2 Tbsp. Balsamic Vinaigrette 2 Tsp. chili powder 2 tsp. garlic powder 1 Tbsp. lemon juice 2 Tsp. ground cumin 2 tsp. red pepper flakes Heat oven to 325. Put peanuts, pecans, and sunflower seeds in bowl. Add additional ingredients and mix, coating all the nuts well. Spread onto single layer on baking sheet. Bake 20 min, flipping nuts halfway through. |
Dec. 10, 2007
Black Bean Couscous Salad
Posted in Salads
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Black Bean Couscous Salad INGREDIENTS: 1 cup uncooked couscous 1 1/4 cups chicken broth 5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 4 tablespoons fresh lime or lemon juice 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar 1 teaspoon ground cumin 4 green onions, chopped 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped( I used tomato) 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro(I left this out) 1 cup frozen corn kernels, thawed(or use one can drained) 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained salt and pepper to taste DIRECTIONS: 1. Bring chicken broth to a boil in a 2 quart or larger sauce pan and stir in the couscous. Cover the pot and remove from heat. Let stand for 5 minutes. 2. In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, vinegar and cumin. Add green onions, red pepper, cilantro, corn and beans and toss to coat. 3. Fluff the couscous well, breaking up any chunks. Add to the bowl with the vegetables and mix well. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve at once or refrigerate until ready to serve. |
Dec. 10, 2007
Roasted Potatoes, Carrots and Onions
Posted in Vegetables/Side Dishes
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Roasted Potatoes, Carrots and Onions Yield: 6 to 8 servings 2 Lbs - New red potatoes, cut in half (leave skin on) 1 Lb - Baby carrots 3 medium onions, trimmed, cleaned & cut into chunks 1 Tbls - Olive oil 1 clove - Garlic, pressed 1/4 tsp - Pepper 1/4 tsp - Seasoning salt 3 Tbls - Butter or margarine, melted Place the potatoes, carrots and onions on a foil lined jelly-roll pan. you can also do this with broccoli and cauliflower |
Dec. 10, 2007
Crockpot Pepsi Roast
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Crockpot Pepsi Roast 1 roast(any type you wish) 2 cans of pepsi salt, pepper and garlic powder to taste put in crockpot on low for 8 hrs. comes out tender every time. |
Dec. 10, 2007
Healthy White Bean Chicken Chili
Posted in Figure Friendly Recipes
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Healthy White Bean Chicken Chili I took the idea of a basic recipe and created my own..it is really tasty Ingredients: (drain all of the canned ingredients) 2 cans of northern beans 2 cans of pinto beans 1 can of rotel tomatoes 1 can of diced tomatoes(seasoned with basil, garlic, oregano) 1 small can of tomato paste 1 bag of frozen peppers and onions(16 oz) 5-6 cups of diced cooked chicken breasts 1 cup of Quaker Instant Barley 2 cloves of minced garlic 1 teaspoon of oregano cumin, chili powder, salt and pepper to taste mix all ingredients together and put in crock pot on low until ready to eat! I am serving it with mexican cornbread |
Dec. 10, 2007
List of super easy and quick ideas for supper
Posted in Menu Ideas
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Meal Ideas: Spaghetti (fruit and green beans) Meatloaf, veggie and mashed potatoes Lasagna(frozen) chicken and Noodles with cheese toast 15 bean soup and cornbread potato soup and cornbread or cheese toast chili burger or hotdogs, fries and fresh fruit breakfast for supper chicken patti sandwiches boneless chicken breasts with veggies pan fried boneless chn. tenders with italian dressing on them, baked sweet potatoes and broccoli or other veggie. Hamburger Helper with fruit salad and green peas. bbq chicken sandwiches sloppy joes beef stew cornbread and cheese toast tomato soup and grilled cheese large baking potatoes in crockpot, serve with all the "fixins" and salad tacos, refried beans and chips taco salad and fruit steak sandwiches with onions stirfry and eggrolls (use minute rice) |
Dec. 10, 2007
The BEST Chicken Wings ever
Posted in Main Dishes
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Restaurant-Style Buffalo Chicken Wings INGREDIENTS: 1/4 cup butter 1/4 cup hot sauce 1 dash ground black pepper 1 dash garlic powder 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon paprika 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/4 teaspoon salt 10 chicken wings DIRECTIONS: 1. Combine the butter, hot sauce, pepper and garlic powder in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir together and heat until butter is melted and mixture is well blended. Remove from heat and reserve for serving. 2. In a small bowl mix together the flour, paprika, cayenne pepper and salt. Place chicken wings in a large nonporous glass dish or bowl and sprinkle flour mixture over them until they are evenly coated. Cover dish or bowl and refrigerate for 60 to 90 minutes. Oh yeah! I love these and they're really easy to make Baking them instead of fry them cut down the fat. . I baked on a rack set over a jelly roll pan at 350 for 45 minutes. Then I turned the oven to 375 and sprayed the wings with Pam and let them bake 5 more minutes so they got crispy.(this is the key, don't skip this part) Excellent and you'll never miss the deep fried taste! |