tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-58818164323116999192024-03-20T14:44:46.328-07:00Liz's Ultimate RecipesLizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07152368701553104102noreply@blogger.comBlogger52125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5881816432311699919.post-89389251249823053162013-11-22T15:40:00.001-08:002013-11-22T15:40:23.711-08:00Fall Cara Box<br />
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Merry hit on all my favorite things: baking, reading, the color red, delicious smelling candles! Thanks Merry for the great goodies. I especially look forward to baking something. I need a new recipe with ramekins!</div>
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<br />Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07152368701553104102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5881816432311699919.post-82416880451643920192013-08-28T19:24:00.001-07:002013-08-28T19:31:31.491-07:00Cara Box Reveal!!<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">This month I participated in something new (to me): the Cara Box exchange on the <a href="http://wifessionals.com/">Wifessionals</a> Blog. You can paired up with a couple fellow bloggers and exchange a box of goodies. The theme this month was seasons of life- you got paired up with someone who is in the same place in their life.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"></span>I <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"></span> got paired up with <a href="http://www.thelieberfamily.com/">Rabia</a> and <a href="http://danielle09justdoit.blogspot.com/">Danielle</a>. I was really impressed with what Rabia sent me and even more impressed once I read the great note she included. She took the time to include items that were specific to me and what I enjoy doing (cooking, baking, reading). I will definitely be participating again, and I like that it's now every 3 months even more. There's more time to think and plan. <br />
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Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07152368701553104102noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5881816432311699919.post-65325314831649749652013-08-07T18:10:00.000-07:002013-08-07T18:23:45.085-07:00What do I do with this Zuchini?<br />
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Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07152368701553104102noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5881816432311699919.post-78215554781363895282013-08-06T18:57:00.003-07:002013-08-06T18:57:57.360-07:00Welcome back Liz!After a long absence, I'm attempting to rejoin the blog world! My posts will mainly about good strategies and recipes for busy moms! Coming topics: crockpot favorites, easy cookies, what to do with zucchini and the best banana muffins!Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07152368701553104102noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5881816432311699919.post-7920121156701601632009-05-18T07:42:00.000-07:002009-05-18T07:45:05.949-07:00Easiest lemon pie eva'!1/2 cup lemon juice<br />3 egg yolks<br />1 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk<br />1 prepared graham cracker crust<br />Cool Whip<br />lemon zest<br />fresh strawberries to garnish<br /><br />Whip egg yolks with lemon juice and sweetened milk. Pour into pie crust. Bake for 30 minutes at 350. Chill pie for 2 hours. Frost with Cool Whip and garnish with lemon zest and strawberries.<br /><br />Enjoy!Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07152368701553104102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5881816432311699919.post-9673248158672387822009-05-18T07:37:00.000-07:002009-05-18T07:42:21.134-07:00Baby Blue PunchThe wonderful DJ Fitzgerald (no relation) of DJ Delights made this for my shower. Make it next time you need something fun for a baby shower!<br /><br /><div><div></div><br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5337174226136931346" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 214px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFi9FjNCjGc31jDv-lu3_vAwWtlxA64Ti6ssLJ4SVwz6L69n0KqKAITO98yqxAWNKzwWdUqzwQDdSEokJKBVCrmGXeDMOkkuBywwHKZxZg5zX1wWvnStVCJLfIxOl6dbNATKPiESVj576U/s320/100_1998.JPG" border="0" /><br /><div></div><br /><div><br />1 package blue, Kool-aid mix<br />1 (2 liter) bottle Sierra Mist</div><div>1 bottle white cranberry juice<br />8 scoops vanilla ice cream<br />1 cup white sugar, or to taste<br /><a id="ctl00_CenterColumnPlaceHolder_RecipeToolsControl_lnkSaveToRecipeBoxIcon" style="BORDER-TOP-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-LEFT-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-BOTTOM-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT-WIDTH: 0px" href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Baby-Blue-Punch/SaveToRecipeBox.ashx" rel="nofollow"></a><br />In a large punch bowl, stir together the drink mix, lemon-lime soda, and white cranberry juice. Taste, and stir in sugar to your liking. Float scoops of ice cream on the top. You can then float duckies on top!</div></div>Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07152368701553104102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5881816432311699919.post-67522576137532887322009-04-10T10:03:00.000-07:002009-04-10T10:20:33.907-07:00Easy Baked Mac and Cheese with BaconMac and Cheese from scratch is the best and it's so easy!<br /><br />2 cups uncooked mac<br />3 strips of bacon<br />2 tablespoons flour<br />2 cups milk<br />2 cups cheddar cheese<br />1/4 cup parm cheese<br /><br /><br />Cook mac according to package directions. Cut bacon in small pieces and cook in medium saucepan. Once cooked, remove bacon and leave drippings. Add flour and cook for a minute. Whisk in milk, and bring to a boil, always stirring, until sauce becomes thick. Then add 1 cup cheddar cheese and parm cheese and heat through. Mix mac, cheese sauce and bacon, and spread into baking dish. Sprinkle last cup of cheese on top. Bake for 20 minutes in 350 oven.<br /><br />ps: you can also add spinach or broccoli, if you want a healthier version!Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07152368701553104102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5881816432311699919.post-31582496510036035682009-04-06T10:14:00.000-07:002009-04-06T10:20:00.928-07:00Easy chili in the crock pot<p>lb browned ground beef<br />1/2 onion chopped<br />1/2 green or red pepper chopped<br />1/2 cup chopped celery<br />2 cans of tomatoes with chilies (I use Rotel) undrained<br />1-2 cans of red beans (depends how many beans you like) undrained<br />1/4 cup red wine vinegar<br />2 tablespoons chile powder<br />2 teaspoons cumin<br />1 teaspoon parsley<br />1 teaspoon basil<br />1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce<br /><br />Brown beef. Drain off grease, and season to taste with salt and pepper. In a slow cooker, combine the cooked beef, kidney beans, onions, tomatoes, celery, peppers, and red wine vinegar. Season with chili powder, cumin, parsley, basil and Worcestershire sauce. Stir to distribute ingredients evenly. Cook on High for 6 hours, or on Low for 8 hours. </p>Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07152368701553104102noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5881816432311699919.post-33908135567410219502009-04-06T10:06:00.000-07:002009-04-06T10:13:12.588-07:00Lentil salad with cumin lime dressingOk, so I am expecting a baby and am supposed to eat a lot of protein. It's harder than it sounds to eat protein at every meal. So, I am trying to think of creative ways. I received a calendar from the Scholar House here in Louisville which contained several recipes. This is a great one to get protein in your diet without eating meat :)<br /><br />1 cup of basmati rice cooked to package directions<br />1 cup of lentils cooked to package directions<br />1/2 cup shredded carrots<br />1/2 cup pinenuts<br />1/2 cup red pepper, diced<br /><br />cumin lime dressing:<br />1 cup lime juice (use the bottled stuff)<br />1 cup veg oil<br />2-3 cloves garlic<br />1 jalapeno pepper, diced<br />4 teaspoons cumin<br />s and p<br /><br />Mix first five ingredients together and chill. Mix up dressing in blender. Add dressing right before serving and chill. You can eat this alone or add some baby greens. Again, adapted from the Louisville Scholar House calendar.Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07152368701553104102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5881816432311699919.post-11992377744277716622009-03-24T18:31:00.000-07:002009-03-24T18:54:44.656-07:00Liz's easy lasagnaOkay, I haven't posted in a while. I got inspired by a nice lady in the grocery who recommended these noodles. I was a little skeptical, but they turned out great! No boiling and the texture was perfect. Thank you random lady in the grocery!<br /><br />Barilla lasagna noodles (no boiling variety)<br />1 lb ground beef<br />1 onion<br />1 green pepper<br />2 cloves garlic<br />16 oz ricotta cheese<br />2 cups mozz cheese<br />1 cup parm cheese<br />1 teaspoon dried parsley<br />1 egg<br />1 26 oz jar of pasta sauce<br />1 cup water<br /><br />Brown beef with pepper, onion, and garlic. Drain beef and add sauce and water. Bring to boil and simmer. Mix ricotta cheese, 1 cup of mozz cheese, 1/2 cup of parm cheese, egg and parsly.<br />Pre-heat oven to 375. In 9 by 13: layer cup of meat sauce, 3-4 UNCOOKED noodles and 1/3 of ricotta cheese. Repeat layers. Top with remaining mozz cheese and parm cheese. Bake covered for 50-60 minutes.Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07152368701553104102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5881816432311699919.post-65698229527135227602008-12-21T15:48:00.001-08:002008-12-21T15:55:02.253-08:00Butternut squash casseroleThis is so good, it's almost a dessert! You can also use sweet potatoes. To peel a squash is work, but it's worth it!<br /><br />1 butternut squash<br />1 cup white sugar<br />1 1/2 cups milk<br />1 teaspoon vanilla<br />1 pinch salt<br />2 tablespoons flour<br />3 eggs<br />1/4 cup butter, melted<br /><br />TOPPING<br />1/2 (16 ounce) package vanilla wafers, crushed<br />1/2 cup butter, melted<br />1 cup brown sugar<br /><a id="ctl00_CenterColumnPlaceHolder_RecipeToolsControl_lnkSaveToRecipeBoxIcon" style="BORDER-TOP-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-LEFT-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-BOTTOM-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT-WIDTH: 0px" href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Butternut-Squash-Casserole-2/SaveToRecipeBox.ashx" rel="nofollow"></a><br />DIRECTIONS<br />Preheat oven to 425 degrees<br />Put butternut squash in the microwave and cook on high, until soft, 2 to 3 minutes. Cut in half, scoop out seeds and cube. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add squash and cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash.<br />In a 9x13 inch casserole dish combine 3 cups mashed butternut squash, white sugar, milk, vanilla extract, salt, flour, eggs and 1/4 cup melted margarine.<br />Bake in preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until set.<br />In a medium bowl combine crushed vanilla wafers, 1/2 cup melted margarine and brown sugar. Crumble over top of cooked casserole and return to oven to brown.<br /><br />Adapted from AllrecipesLizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07152368701553104102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5881816432311699919.post-64479406033119788762008-12-21T15:38:00.000-08:002008-12-21T15:47:32.582-08:00Bourbon BallsAdapted from my friend Mary's mom's recipe. My husband loves them.<br /><br />1 stick of butter<br />1 16oz box of powdered sugar<br />5 TB to 1/4 cup of bourbon<br />1 cup of chopped pecans<br />1 1/2 to 2 pkgs of semi sweet choco squares<br />parafin to thin chocolate (I found it at walmart)<br />pecan halfs<br /><br /><br />Mix powdered sugar (sifted) and softed butter and then mix in the bourbon. Mix well and then added the 1 cup of chopped pecans. Then put them in the freezer for about an hour or so, so that the dough will firm up. It is easier to scoop out when it is firm. Then, after the dough set, form the balls. Then put balls back in the freezer for an hour or two until they firm up again.<br /><br />Melt the chocolate over low heat and dip the balls, using a toothpick or spoon to hold them.<br />Place the pecan on top; chocolate cools very quickly.Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07152368701553104102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5881816432311699919.post-74878008859303409722008-11-24T16:50:00.000-08:002008-11-24T17:13:03.743-08:00Pumpkin soup - I love pumpkinEvoo<br />1 bay leaf<br />1 ribs celery chopped<br />1/2 onion chopped<br />Salt and pepper<br />1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour<br />1 teaspoon tyme<br />3 cups chicken stock<br />1 (15-ounce) can pumpkin<br />1 cups heavy cream<br />nutmeg<br /><br />Directions<br />Heat a medium soup pot over medium to medium high heat. Add the oil and melt the butter. Add bay, celery, and onion. Season the veggies with salt and pepper. Cook 5 minutes, until tender. Add flour, and tyme, then cook flour a minute. Whisk in chicken stock and bring liquid to a bubble. Whisk in pumpkin. Simmer soup 10 minutes to thicken a bit then add in cream and nutmeg.<br /><br />From Rachel RayLizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07152368701553104102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5881816432311699919.post-16111707544343680122008-11-24T16:39:00.000-08:002008-11-24T16:41:48.892-08:00Frosted pumpkin cookies - these are great!2 cups shortening<br />2 cups white sugar<br />2 cups canned pumpkin<br />2 eggs<br />2 teaspoons baking soda<br />1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon<br />1 teaspoon salt<br />4 cups all-purpose flour<br /><br />Frosting<br />6 tablespoons butter<br />8 tablespoons milk<br />2 cups confectioners' sugar<br />1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract<br />1 cup packed brown sugar<br /><a id="ctl00_CenterColumnPlaceHolder_RecipeToolsControl_lnkSaveToRecipeBoxIcon" style="BORDER-TOP-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-LEFT-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-BOTTOM-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT-WIDTH: 0px" href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Pumpkin-Cookies-V/SaveToRecipeBox.ashx" rel="nofollow"></a><br />DIRECTIONS<br />Cream shortening, white sugar and pumpkin. Add eggs and mix well. Sift together the baking soda, ground cinnamon, salt and flour. Add to pumpkin mixture and mix well.<br />Drop onto cookie sheet. Bake 10 minutes at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).<br /><br />To Make Frosting: Cook butter, milk, and brown sugar until dissolved. Cool and add confectioners' sugar and vanilla. Spread over warm cookies.Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07152368701553104102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5881816432311699919.post-59498987658496133742008-10-26T10:30:00.000-07:002008-10-26T10:36:55.773-07:00Easy baked chickenThis recipe comes mainly from my friend Ashley. I needed something to cook when I had almost nothing in the house!<br /><br />4 chicken breasts<br />1 can cream of chicken soup<br />1 8 oz cream cheese<br />1 can diced tomatoes (I used the spicy diced)<br />1 teaspoon garlic powder<br />s and p<br /><br />Salt and pepper the breasts and put in dish with a little cooking spray. Mix remaining ingredients together in sauce pan till the cream cheese melts and the sauce comes together. Spoon sauce over chicken. Bake at 350 for 40 minutes or until chicken is cooked.<br /><br />Serve with extra sauce and rice!Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07152368701553104102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5881816432311699919.post-78080170065122364782008-10-15T17:35:00.000-07:002008-10-15T17:36:43.251-07:00Lemon Brownie Cake1 box (18.25 ounce size) lemon cake mix<br />1/2 cup butter melted<br />1 egg, slightly beaten<br />1 can lemon frosting<br />8 ounces cream cheese<br />2 eggs<br /><br />Combine cake mix, butter and first egg. Press into a greased 13 x 9- inch pan. Blend frosting and cream cheese. Remove 3/4 cup of mixture and set aside. Add the remaining eggs and beat well. Spread over layer in greased pan. Bake at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes. Spread the remaining frosting over cooled cake.Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07152368701553104102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5881816432311699919.post-82675282535316287182008-10-15T17:25:00.000-07:002008-10-15T17:33:17.820-07:00Risotto - so easyA lot of people think this is hard to make, but it's one of the easiest side dishes.<br /><br />1/2 onion<br />1 clove garlic<br />1 cup arborio rice, available on the rice aisle<br />s and p<br />chicken stock<br />1 cup frozen peas<br />1/3 cup of parmesan cheese<br /><br />Cook garlic and onion for 2 minutes. Then add rice and cook for another minute. While this is cooking, heat chicken stock in a separate pan. When hot, add a cup to the rice/onions, and stir. Reduce heat. Stir often and continue adding a half cup of liquid each time the liquid becomes absorbed. Cook about 25 minutes. When rice is cooked to desired consistency, remove from heat and add cheese and peas.Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07152368701553104102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5881816432311699919.post-23895510589682939482008-10-06T18:02:00.000-07:002008-10-07T10:10:50.010-07:00Chicken and Biscuits2 cups cooked chicken<br />1 160z bag of frozen veggies thawed<br />1 cup cheddar<br />1/2 cup sour cream<br />1 can cream of chicken soup<br />1 cup baking mix<br />3 tablespoons milk<br />1/4 cup sour cream<br /><br />Mix first five ingredients together in 8 by 8 dish. Mix baking mix, milk and remaining sour cream together and drop 6 mounds on top of chicken mixture. Bake at 375 for 35 minutes.<br /><br />Another great one from Kraft!Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07152368701553104102noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5881816432311699919.post-16240555738487646942008-10-06T17:58:00.000-07:002008-10-06T18:01:57.254-07:00Cracker Barrel Hashbrown Casserole - For those of us who love hashbrowns at the Barrel!1 can cream of chicken soup<br />1 8oz block Colby cheese, shredded (I use shredded cheddar)<br />1/2 cup onion, chopped<br />1/2 cup margarine or butter, melted<br />1/2 teaspoon black pepper<br />1/2 teaspoon salt<br />2 (30-oz) packages of frozen country style hash brown potatoes<br /><br /><br />Preheat oven to 375. Combine first 6 ingredients stirring until well blinded Add frozen shredded hash browns to bowl. Soon mixture into (9x13) baking dish. Bake 25-30 minutes or until golden brownLizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07152368701553104102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5881816432311699919.post-3701539608646765102008-09-25T09:40:00.000-07:002008-09-25T09:45:29.557-07:00Easy chicken quesadillasI poached chicken on Sunday and then had it cooked and all ready to go for the week. A good idea for us working gals!<br /><br />2 cups cooked chicken breasts<br />1 onion chopped<br />8 ounces white button mushrooms, (about 3 cups)<br />3 cloves garlic, minced<br />1 teaspoon cumin<br />1 teaspoon chili powder<br />1 teaspoon dried oregano<br />2 cups baby spinach leaves, sliced into ribbons<br />1/2 teaspoon salt<br />1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper<br />4 to 6 flour tortillas (I used spinach)<br />1 cup shredded Mexican cheese mix or Cheddar<br />Salsa<br />sour cream<br /><br />Directions<br />Brown the onions and mushrooms and cook until the mushroom water is evaporated and they begin to brown, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more. Add chicken, cumin, chili powder and oregano and stir until all spices are incorporated. Add spinach, salt and pepper and cook until spinach is wilted, about 2 minutes.<br /><br />Lay 1 tortilla on a flat work surface and sprinkle with 1/4 cup shredded cheese. Spoon chicken and vegetable mixture on top of cheese, then top with an additional 1/4 cup cheese. Top with another flour tortilla. Heat another pan with cooking spray over medium heat. Carefully place 1 quesadilla in pan and cook 3 minutes. Using a large spatula, gently flip quesadilla and cook an additional 3 minutes until lightly browned and cheese is melted. Repeat with second quesadilla. Slice each quesadilla into quarters. Top with salsa and sour cream.<br /><br />Adapted from Ellie KriegerLizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07152368701553104102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5881816432311699919.post-77656122773965687782008-09-18T10:25:00.002-07:002008-09-18T10:35:47.145-07:00Fish stew in Mexico<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjG7NRJZMdlKE6qmxjiKis30-_jSTy9SPxK4kQqKig48hVBtkkSNPFNbzBoedMYvRAfIjnBtEH60IVJvIjKGUlIv2chh4ikgRYVZyQ6tbxSdBsLUKoV56A6vKnv28twI2ktSt0PWzkPpT06/s1600-h/fish+stew.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5247416402402393826" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjG7NRJZMdlKE6qmxjiKis30-_jSTy9SPxK4kQqKig48hVBtkkSNPFNbzBoedMYvRAfIjnBtEH60IVJvIjKGUlIv2chh4ikgRYVZyQ6tbxSdBsLUKoV56A6vKnv28twI2ktSt0PWzkPpT06/s320/fish+stew.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>I just had to post this. The food in Mexico was unbelievable. We ate a ton of seafood. Check out this fabulous fish stew that Chris ate:</div><br /><div></div>Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07152368701553104102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5881816432311699919.post-32024441104812521482008-09-18T10:25:00.000-07:002008-09-18T10:32:15.521-07:00Spicy chicken with peppers and basil stir fryI grew peppers and basil this summer - this is a good use for both!<br />2 cups rice<br />1 package of chicken tenders diced<br />EVOO or wok oil<br />1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes<br />1 onion sliced<br />2 pepper red or green sliced<br />handful of shredded carrots<br />3 to 4 cloves of garlic<br />2 tablespoons fish sauce (found in the Asian food aisle)<br />lots of fresh basil chopped<br /><br />Cook rice. Heat work or large skillet over high heat. Add oil and crushed red pepper. Add chicken and stir fry for two minutes. Add onions, peppers, carrots and garlic and cook for 2 more minutes. Add fish sauce. Remove from heat. Add basil and toss. Serve over rice.<br /><br />Adapted from Rachel RayLizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07152368701553104102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5881816432311699919.post-91999124128041862012008-09-17T10:08:00.000-07:002008-09-17T10:33:04.231-07:00Turkey 2 ways!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBtNiPmthRvACEvmWt5rS7lJZyi1cW1L7poE-SLjauWyv1E4nzRUDKqYnkxzfPQapcBLsxE7PemEh4usKIZTzDB6zX2lhZAFIuknVZd52W-nniLUV8cXY93zPHdCfQjUwCuwiwnI1fHw-S/s1600-h/thanksgiving_turkey.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5247039690015203730" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBtNiPmthRvACEvmWt5rS7lJZyi1cW1L7poE-SLjauWyv1E4nzRUDKqYnkxzfPQapcBLsxE7PemEh4usKIZTzDB6zX2lhZAFIuknVZd52W-nniLUV8cXY93zPHdCfQjUwCuwiwnI1fHw-S/s320/thanksgiving_turkey.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>In honor of the Louisville blackout, I am posting 2 ways to prepare a turkey breast: the crockpot, and when your power goes out, throw the bird on the grill </div><div><br /><strong>Crockpot</strong>:</div><div>1 6 pound turkey breast</div><div>1 packet of onion soup mix<br /></div><div>Pat your turkey dry. Leave skin on, but use your fingers to seperate skin from breast. Rub soup all over on skin and under skin. Place in slow cooker. Cook on high for 1 hour and then cook on low for 7 hours. </div><div><br /><strong>Grill</strong>: (from my great neighbors)!</div><div>1 throw-away aluminum pan</div><div>1 can leomande concentrate</div><div>3 cloves of garlic</div><div>1/2 cup soy sauce<br /></div><div>Mix ingredients in pan and place turkey on top. Grill on medium heat for 2 1/2 hour; baste every half hour.</div>Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07152368701553104102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5881816432311699919.post-81222908279560126362008-09-13T18:31:00.000-07:002008-09-13T18:34:44.666-07:00Easy chicken salad2 quarts cooked chicken shredded<br />5 cups seedless grapes<br />2 cups slivered almonds<br />1 20 oz can water chesnuts<br />2 cups chopped celery<br />1 large can pineapple tidbits<br />2 1/2 cups mayo<br />1 tablespoon soy sauce<br />1 tablespoon curry powder<br /><br />Combine first 6 ingredients in large bowl; mix mayo with soy sauce and curry powder; add to bowl and toss; chill several hours.Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07152368701553104102noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5881816432311699919.post-21605974951556652512008-09-08T16:25:00.000-07:002008-09-08T16:29:05.168-07:00Easy Taco Salad4 tortillas<br />3/4 lb. ground beef<br />1 Tbsp. chili powder<br />1/2 cup Salsa<br />1 cup kidney beans, rinsed, well drained<br />4 cups torn mixed salad greens<br />1/2 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese<br />1 tomato, chopped<br />2 Tbsp. southwest ranch or regular ranch mixed with taco seasoning<br /><br />HEAT oven to 425°F. Crumple 4 large sheets of foil to make 4 (3-inch) balls; place on baking sheet. Place 1 tortilla over each ball; spray with cooking spray. Bake 6 to 8 min. or until tortillas are golden brown. (Tortillas will drape over balls as they bake).<br />Brown meat with chili powder in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat, stirring occasionally. Add salsa and beans; cook 5 min. or until heated through, stirring occasionally.<br />Fill tortilla shells with salad greens, meat mixture, cheese and tomatoes. Top with dressing.Lizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07152368701553104102noreply@blogger.com0