tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-46310838105549202662011-12-07T09:56:37.479-08:00Dish This!http://www.blogger.com/profile/15487611294056743494noreply@blogger.comBlogger711100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-39135787317079577372011-12-07T09:56:00.000-08:002011-12-07T09:56:37.500-08:00

It's cookie exchange season, and though I haven't been invited to any, I thought I'd share this no bake recipe I saw on another forum for those of you who are! 3/4 cup peanut butter 1/4 cup honey 1 scoop chocolate or vanilla protein powder 1/2 cup raw oats Mix all ingredients together in a bowl and form into small 1" balls. Place in the fridge for a few hours and then enjoy. Assuming that the

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I was doing a little research on potassium the other day, and I noticed that Paprika is on the list of high potassium foods!  I knew paprika added color and flavor to food, but had no idea it added nutritional value!

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-84672610073718487272011-10-03T13:10:00.000-07:002011-10-03T13:10:33.280-07:00

I saw this recipe for pancakes on a fitness website, and decided it was one I wanted to try.     "If you love pancakes and want a healthy high protein version, try this. 1/2 cup oats 1/2 cup low fat cottage cheese 4 egg whites Dash of vanilla essence 1/4 tsp nutmeg 1/4 tsp cinnamon Blend contents in a food processor Cook as per normal pancakes I add berries or have them with xylitol and lemon. 

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I saw this recipe on mfp a few minutes ago.  My husband LOVES apple pancakes.  While this isn't an apple pancake, I look forward to making this for him. Oatmeal With Cinnamon Apples1/3Cup Oatmeal (Old Fashioned) --- @ 100 Calories 1/3 Cup Non Fat Milk -- @ 30 Calories A little less than 1/3 Cup Water 1 small/medium Gala Apple (Cut into small squares) -- @ 80 Calories 2-3 Tbsp of Splenda

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-18324066511417262872011-09-19T20:50:00.000-07:002011-09-19T20:50:19.441-07:00

I just saw this recipe on a forum, and it reminded me of one I already had.  This one uses brown rice, which I think is a good itdea. Lazy Cabbage Roll Casserole 1 green cabbage (about 1.5 lbs) 1 lb lean ground beef (I used sirloin) 1 cup long grain brown rice, uncooked 28 oz can tomato sauce, divided 1 tsp thyme salt & pepper to taste This will work in a 4-quart crock pot. Cut the cabbage in

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My mom used to make a three bean salad that was a favorite around the house.  A friend asked me to bring the recipe, and since I was typing it out anyway, I thought I'd share it over here, too! Three Bean Salad Salad2 cans of yellow beans, drained2 cans of green beans, drained2 cans of kidney beans, drained1 red and / or green pepper, cleaned, rinsed, and sliced1 red onion, sliced and salted (Mom

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-90435362211630163742011-04-09T09:40:00.000-07:002011-04-09T09:42:15.736-07:00

Miss me?  Yeah, me too!  What I mean is, yes, I miss you too... I was looking over the blog this morning, when I realized that I never shared with you the recipe for what was my favorite food as a child.  My mother called it "Macaroni and Cheese".   Stop laughing.   She did not use macaroni noodles, nor cheddar cheese.  She used kluski noodles, butter, and cottage cheese. Boil the noodles

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-39731644850853253652010-08-02T21:12:00.001-07:002010-08-02T21:17:03.740-07:00

I know. You know how to make a ham sandwich, right? I thought so, too! Then I read The Tea Shop mystery series by Laura Childs and found this recipe. (Sorry, I don't remember which book this was in... you will have to read them all!)Ham SandwichTwo slices of raisin bread1 teaspoon of dijon mustard1 teaspoon of apricot preserves3 slices of ham.Spread the teaspoon of mustard on one slice of

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-31007457017460040712010-07-09T06:53:00.000-07:002010-07-09T07:00:22.801-07:00

In honor of the goose reduction in Bend this week, we are going to post goose recipes this week. I will look up my Momma's Goose Stuffed with Sauerkraut recipe over the weekend, but thought that we should kick this off early (I need to get ready for work). I found this delightful looking recipe at CatholicCultureDotOrg. , and thought I would share this.Roast Goose with SauerkrautPecena Husa

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-15036485328114186692010-04-01T00:01:00.000-07:002010-04-01T00:01:02.946-07:00

This is not a joke, this is an actual recipe. This is a genuine Bedouin recipe translated into English. Who knows, next time you want to have a "different" type of barbeque, why not go for it?100 servings ½ day 2 hours prep1 whole camel, medium size1 whole lamb, large size20 whole chickens, medium size60 eggs12 kg rice2 kg pine nuts2 kg almonds1 kg pistachio nuts110 gallons water5 lbs black

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-12456231396760493462010-03-30T12:57:00.000-07:002010-03-30T13:01:38.690-07:00

Macaroni and Cheese with Hot Dogs3 cups of rotini noodles, cooked1 can of evaporated milk1 and 1/2 cups of diced Velveeta cheeseHalf of a package of Oscar Mayer hot dogs, cut into circles1 teaspoon of minced onion flakes.Spray crock pot with butter flavor cooking spray. Put in Velveeta and evaporated milk. Stir in hot dogs, noodles, and onion flakes. Cover and cook on low for three to four

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-7920561372231623032010-03-05T07:19:00.000-08:002010-03-05T07:22:04.748-08:00

I haven't tried this recipe yet, but I intend to! It is a meatless recipe, perfect for me for this time of year. I found it at Real Age They have lots have healthy recipes there...Ingredients 12 ounce(s) whole-wheat pasta1/2 cup(s) natural peanut butter3/4 cup(s) boiling water4 sliced scallions4 tablespoon(s) reduced-sodium soy sauce3 tablespoon(s) rice vinegar1 clove(s) garlic, minced1/

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-52088982878279009532010-03-04T09:42:00.000-08:002010-03-04T09:48:07.795-08:00

Okay, it's just a quickie. TWHS.Ingredients1 large onion, sliced1 pork butt, about 3 to 4 pounds1 bottle of barbecue sauceSpray slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray. Place half of the onions on the bottom of the crock pot. Place the pork butt over the onions. Place the remaining onions over the pork butt. Pour the barbecue sauce over it. Cook on LOW for between 8 and 10 hours, covered (

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I haven't tried this yet, but I saw this recipe over at Domestic Felicity, and want to try it.Easy Crustless Potatoe Quiche.3 large potatoes, peeled and roughly grated, or else pre-cooked and mashed.1 large carrot, grated or finely choppedAbout 1/2 cup fresh or frozen peas2-3 onions, sliced and fried3 eggs, beaten and salted and spiced to tasteIf I ever want to make this dish dairy, I think some

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Okay, time for another easy crock pot recipe. Sorry, with mom being in the hospital, that's what i am making lately. And with canned foods no less! Sigh. Life's a beachball...One package of Polish Sausage, sliced (I used Hillshire Farm)4 medium potatoes, diced1 package of frozen green bean, thawed1 small onion, chopped1 can of Campbell's Cream of Mushroom soupSpray container. Pour in

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-90120285494899230932009-12-01T09:08:00.000-08:002009-12-01T09:17:33.241-08:00

Originally the green jello was blue. This was a fourth of July recipe, but since I am going to an Italian Catholic Federation dinner tonight, I thought I'd change blue to green and make this the colors of the Italian flag. This works for Hungary, Bulgaria, and any other country with a red, white, and green flag, though you may want to change the order the jello is layered in.USA Jello Mold

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-45895419929513653732009-11-28T08:15:00.000-08:002009-11-28T08:15:00.594-08:00

I know. Beef tongue. Who wants that, it's been in somebody's mouth already? Well so what? Do you know where beef tenderloin has been? Yeah....Beef tongue sounds really good NOW, doesn't it? It really is delicious!Beef TongueBeef tongue between two and three pounds1 large onion, sliced4 cloves of garlictwo bay leavestwo pinches of saltPlace ingredients in the crock pot. Cover with water

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-66057297222098303272009-11-25T08:05:00.001-08:002009-11-25T08:08:35.871-08:00

Okay, I have a confession. I got this recipe from the back of a package of cranberries, except I substitute Splenda for sugar. I know it sounds lazy, but my best friend told me it was an easy recipe and turns out great, so I trusted her, and she proved to be right.12 ounces of cranberries1 cup of water 1 cup of SplendaBoil the Splenda and the water. Add the cranberries and bring to a gentle

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I love the fact that this is made in the slow cooker. It frees up the oven and stove burners, and makes the timing a lot more laid back. While this is not my momma's recipe, she is a big fan of it.Sweet Potato Casserole4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and mashed (I usually bake them, but you can boil them if you prefer)3 tablespoons of unsalted butter1 cup of canned crushed pineapple2 large eggs

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-42023895578850568882009-11-23T09:07:00.000-08:002009-11-23T09:08:31.547-08:00

Today is your lucky day! I have decided to share my mom and dad's (they worked on it together for years to perfect it) turkey stuffing. Up until now, the only ones blessed with this recipe besides myself has been anyone who bought the Church Cookbook last go around. Now, I give it to the world! Bon Appetite, and start drying out the white bread now.Mom’s Turkey Stuffing3 cups of rice10

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-47020451266017952662009-10-29T22:00:00.000-07:002009-10-30T07:12:04.768-07:00

I am not a dessert person per se only because I prefer meat and potatoes or a bowl of chips and salsa over chocolate any day of the week. But, if I have one signature dessert to my name it's apple pie. My mom made the best apple pie ever and over the years I've added 'this and that' to make it my own and it's safe to say that I can make a mean pie. Although, I never put my pie in a traditional

Annie Khttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07774350914255922163noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-54441277536404475102009-10-29T21:30:00.000-07:002009-10-29T21:41:49.250-07:00

Today was definitely a chicken soup day. The wind was blowing, it's been colder than heck, my son ended up staying home from school with 'the fever' again, my DH was feeling crummy as well and requested some chicken noodle soup. So I did what I normally do on days like today and whipped up some homemade soup. There are a ton of short cuts for making soup that includes using store bought broth.

Annie Khttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07774350914255922163noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-60272106805603209202009-10-13T07:48:00.000-07:002009-10-13T08:12:55.243-07:00

A few (maybe ten) years ago, Bob and I went to a little town called Oregon Illinois during their Fall Festival. I had HOT apple cider for the first time, and just couldn't get enough. Since then, I like to make hot mulled cider in the crock pot this time of year.Hot Apple Cider1/2 cup of brown sugar2 quarts of cider1 teaspoon of whole allspice1 1/2 teaspoons whole cloves2 cinnamon sticksOrange

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-8085056792239183432009-10-04T10:26:00.000-07:002009-10-04T10:53:40.445-07:00

It appears that we went straight from summer to winter as it is snowing like crazy outside and it was 80 degrees just a week ago. Hopefully we'll see some nice fall days and the snow isn't a sign of what kind of winter we will have. The cooler temperatures call for some heartier meals and so last night I decided to make up a pot of lentils. I baked a few chicken breast that I had seasoned and

Annie Khttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07774350914255922163noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-1726974229122856702009-09-21T00:01:00.000-07:002009-09-21T00:01:03.095-07:00

On Friday Bob and I took my uncle to Dunkin Donuts, where I saw the cutest t-shirt.Little did I know that I'd be reminded of it on Saturday....Saturday I went to the Supermarket, and while I was there, I was looking for paprika. You will not believe what they did! They hid the Pride of Szezed brand Paprika! I know! What a dasterdly deed! The domestic brands of paprika were in plain site, but

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-45114129932929179512009-08-03T05:32:00.000-07:002009-08-03T05:36:54.515-07:00

Unless it is this.This is something I make when it is too hot to cook (which it has been) and while a stove is required, it's ready in about 15 minutes so I hardly consider that slaving over a hot stove.My zucchini and squash aren't quite ready yet so I had to buy some, but yes, that is my home grown basil and it is pretty darn fantastic. (With the leftover pasta, I whipped up some homemade pesto

Annie Khttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07774350914255922163noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-74505487120347851702009-07-28T20:14:00.000-07:002009-07-28T20:27:49.332-07:00

Okay people, a recipe blog is not the right place for a life is funny post? Tough toenails! I had TWO glasses of scotch with honey, and I will post where I darn well please. Or at least where I have access!Today mom wasn't feeling well, so I called Bob at work, and told him to come home with something simple to cook. I was supposed to go grocery shopping, but wasn't going to leave mom alone

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-75399548060493118032009-07-21T10:07:00.000-07:002009-07-21T10:18:48.292-07:00

OK, today's recipe is brought to you by my Captain Obvious persona.You see, during the summer, I NEVER buy Potato Salad. I don't trust the stores to have properly refrigerated it upon delivery. If mayonaisse is left out for a couple of hours during the summer, say goodbye pool, hello salmonella.My family, however, likes potato salad. They especially like my aunt's who was kind enough to give

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-64048119871799099122009-06-22T06:40:00.000-07:002009-06-22T06:51:43.410-07:00

Yesterday, I posted my recipe for Black Bean Salsa and since I love a good breakfast, this is one of my favorite ways to enjoy it. Here's how I prepare it.Eggs With Black Bean Salsa1 Whole wheat tortilla2 Eggs, cooked to your preference2/3 Cup Black Bean SalsaSalt and pepper to tasteHeat the tortilla in a skillet over medium heat, turning once. Prepare two eggs however you like them (I prefer

Annie Khttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07774350914255922163noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-68642628179675372522009-06-21T12:54:00.000-07:002009-06-21T13:03:23.759-07:00

This is an extremely easy salsa to make and I've been known to use it as a side 'salad' as well. Make sure you don't skimp on the fresh lime juice. That's what gives it the zip.Black Bean Salsa1 14oz can Black Beans, rinsed and drained1 Cup frozen corn, rinsed and drained2 Medium tomatoes, diced4 Green onions thinly sliced1 Jalapeno, finely diced1/4-1/2 cup chopped cilantro1 Tablespoon white

Annie Khttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07774350914255922163noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-20616581735819326292009-06-20T15:05:00.000-07:002009-06-20T15:25:09.452-07:00

Tortilla soup can be made a hundred different ways and I think I've tried them all. I finally came up with a recipe that I like (and one that my kids will eat) plus it's fairly easy to make. Tortilla Soup2 tablespoons olive oil1 small sweet onion, diced1 small red pepper, diced1 jalapeno, seeds removed and diced4 cloves garlic, chopped5 corn tortillas, quartered1 cup frozen corn1 14oz can diced,

Annie Khttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07774350914255922163noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-37681656431499401862009-06-06T21:04:00.000-07:002009-06-06T21:10:06.925-07:00

I asked my friend Candy to guest post today. She is an awesome lady, who apparently doesn't eat meat. Yet she often describes sumptous foods in her tweets and on her blog. I think she should start her own recipe blog. She makes everything sound so good. Even though I am a carnivore by nature, my mouth waters at her descriptions. Her blog is a very upliftiing place to visit. Go ahead. Do

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-26812280966065342842009-06-01T07:53:00.000-07:002009-06-01T10:32:20.398-07:00

I know, it sounds like a contradiction in terms. Still, I don't know how to use an outdoor grill, and I am not about to lose out on a chance to eat BBQ ribs. 3 to 4 pounds of spareribs1/2 teaspoon of salt1/2 teaspoon of pepper1 sliced onion16 ounces of favorite barbecue saucePlace onion slices at the bottom of the crock pot.Rub ribs with salt and pepper. The spare ribs, not your own. This

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-50129079098630194222009-05-18T06:59:00.000-07:002009-05-18T07:08:27.275-07:00

Click here to find out who Elizabeth is...."Elizabeth's ColeslawIngredients: 8 cups finely chopped cabbage 1/4 cup carrot, shredded 1/3 cup sugar 1/2 tsp. salt 1/8 tsp. pepper 1/4 cup milk 1/2 cup mayonaise 1/4 cup buttermilk 1 1/2 tbsp. white vinegar 2 1/2 tbsp. lemon juiceDirections: Cut cabbage and carrots into small pieces about the size of rice kernels. (

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-77031502553735905692009-05-06T09:39:00.000-07:002009-05-06T09:41:43.853-07:00

Hey friends, look what I got in the Grace Before Meals newsletter this week. Why don't you go sign up, and you can get it, too.

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-25714469742864068892009-05-05T00:02:00.000-07:002009-05-05T00:02:02.607-07:00

I think I speak for all of our bloggity friends when I say, we wish we were spending it with you.Any clues as to why....Just kidding.... I heart cake way to much to waste that much of it. Well, maybe just a slice.....

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-37795824129332816132009-05-02T13:36:00.000-07:002009-05-02T14:27:03.015-07:00

I was out with the girls a few nights ago and the soup du jour was Hungarian Mushroom Soup. I have never had this before and I'm glad I tried it. If you are a fan of mushrooms this is a pretty awesome soup and it's easy to make. This would be a great addition to a Sunday brunch.Hungarian Mushroom Soup4 Tablespoons Butter1 Large sweet onion, chopped1 Lb. small mushrooms2 Cups chicken broth1 Cup

Annie Khttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07774350914255922163noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-87757077676877239002009-04-28T19:10:00.000-07:002009-04-28T19:44:30.930-07:00

It's spring in Bend, but you'd never know it by the snow that is falling fast and furiously this evening. In the spring I like to create a lot of dishes using fish, chicken, and bar-b-que and serve them up with various kinds of salads. But today called for something a little heartier and soul warming, considering the weather. And if warm is what you need, this will do the trick.Spring Day Chili

Annie Khttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07774350914255922163noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-6597535334655577392009-04-27T06:10:00.000-07:002009-04-27T06:22:41.836-07:00

Yesterday was Jon's birthday and I made his favorite dessert, Strawberry Shortcake. I decided to do it a little differently and layer it into a trifle bowl. This recipe is amazingly easy to make and assemble and I promise that you will receive 'ooh's and ahhh's' over it.Layered Strawberry Shortcake1 Store bought Angel Food Cake2 lbs Strawberries2 Tsp Granulated Sugar1 Pint Heavy Whipping Cream2

Annie Khttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07774350914255922163noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-70521042129874176202009-04-24T05:30:00.000-07:002009-04-24T05:33:26.489-07:00

My friend Katdish was over at Annie's site requesting kid friendly recipes. Her wish is my command. I think. It does kind of depend on your kids, don't it?Franks and Beans in a Slow Cooker2 16 oz cans of great northern beans, drained1 16oz can of cut green beans, drained1 8 oz can of tomato sauce (8 oz of salsa, your choice medium, mild, or hot, also works well)1 chopped onion¼ cup of sugar

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-49337406631672546462009-04-20T14:15:00.000-07:002009-04-20T14:21:22.297-07:00

Annie, this is my not so subtle way of asking, how do you make crepes?I know one of this blogs followers has the Hungarian recipe for palacsinta, which are like crepes, and absolutely awesome.Anyone else out there have any answers?

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-41516060307405115502009-04-14T22:27:00.001-07:002009-04-14T22:40:07.961-07:00

I am a Catholic (in case you didn't know). And a conservative one at that. I love the Church, and therefore couldn't resist an opportunity to share with you all Grace Before Meals. No, I don't own the book. YET! I am so planning on getting it though. I will even review it right here on this blog. (I heard the collective "OOOOOOOOO" as I typed that, so thank you). Until then, take a peek

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-25063876598167179062009-04-09T16:14:00.000-07:002009-04-09T16:35:09.838-07:00

I know. Easter is a few days away. So why not traditional Easter recipes? Sorry folks. Helen is still doing Atkins, and while she shared a potluck recipe since SCL was commenting about potlucks, her heart isn't in sharing carbs with you just yet. She hopes you enjoy the stir fry chicken.Chicken Stir FryYou will need:2 boneless skinless chicken breasts1 egg1/2 teaspoon of cornstarchabout 3

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-67457375824496326222009-04-06T06:40:00.000-07:002009-04-06T06:46:44.547-07:00

Welcome to Paprika is Good, But Not In Coffee. Helen and Annie are regular SCL commenters who met there, became friends, and now share a recipe blog together. Please check out some of our other recipes.Salami and Pasta Salad1 8 oz package of pasta ( bow ties look prettiest, but I have made it with spaghetti when that is what I have handy)1 8 oz package of hard salami 1 8 oz package of frozen

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-42380337190814561262009-04-01T13:33:00.000-07:002009-04-03T13:42:07.288-07:00

This is not a joke, this is an actual recipe. This is a genuine Bedouin recipe translated into English. Who knows, next time you want to have a "different" type of barbeque, why not go for it?100 servings ½ day 2 hours prep1 whole camel, medium size1 whole lamb, large size20 whole chickens, medium size60 eggs12 kg rice2 kg pine nuts2 kg almonds1 kg pistachio nuts110 gallons water5 lbs black

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-68116835867395825622009-03-19T19:21:00.000-07:002009-03-19T19:23:27.334-07:00

This is one of those recipes that came about because I had made my Margarita Pork Roast and had a bunch left over. I started opening my cupboards to see what kind of inspiration I could find in there and this is what I came up with. I cooked the leftover pork in a skillet to crisp it up and then added a few simple ingredients. I actually made this into a burrito for my son and I just ate it as is

Annie Khttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07774350914255922163noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-32313118981204263622009-03-12T22:26:00.000-07:002009-03-12T22:30:33.921-07:00

Next week Thursday is St. Joseph's day, and the Italian Club I belong to (even though I am not Italian. Don't ask. It has to do with wine, and the common colors of our flags) is hosting a St. Joseph's table. I never heard of a St. Joseph's table that was a sweet table before, but, whatever, I can roll with the punches. Unfortunately I don't want to roll out any cookie dough. I plan on using

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-29848196131472565172009-03-04T16:00:00.000-08:002009-03-04T16:00:00.716-08:00

OK, it actually has some orange in there also. And garlic. But that makes for a long recipe title. Fact is, this is just some darn good chicken. It's lemony-basily-orangy-garlicy and very moist. I actually take the leftovers (if there are any) and make chicken salad sandwiches the next day. Yeah - this is a two-fer.I'll let you in on a little secret of how I get it so moist. I brine it. I know,

Annie Khttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07774350914255922163noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-89556463520167914832009-03-01T17:45:00.000-08:002009-03-01T17:51:12.948-08:00

If you've never cooked with wine for one reason or another, you really should expand your horizons and give it a try. It may be intimidating at first, trying to figure out what kind of wine...red or white, Cabernet or Merlot? Pinot Gris or Chardonnay? While I prefer drinking reds over whites, I do more cooking with whites. Probably because I use it with chicken, soups, sauces and it works well

Annie Khttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07774350914255922163noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-52199965288785892292009-02-26T18:06:00.000-08:002009-02-26T18:22:45.832-08:00

This is the easiest ever Spaghetti and meatballs. Normally, I'm not a cheater when it comes to sauces like this. I usually start them early in the morning and cook it all day so that the flavors can make merriment in the crockpot and I get to enjoy it immensely at dinner. Unfortunately, that was not the case yesterday, but I have a long list of quick tricks that I use to make dinner in no time

Annie Khttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07774350914255922163noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-82429102450124182012009-02-25T14:17:00.000-08:002009-02-25T14:25:15.527-08:00

Today is Ash Wednesday. My fellow Catholics are meatless today, and every Friday until Easter. This here is a quick and easy fish recipe to make their lives easier. If you like fish, it can make your life easier too, because it is really quick, and tastes just like you ordered it from the restaurant!Fresh Fish (perch, whitefish, tilapia, orange roughy)Butterfresh lemomPlace fish filets in dish

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-86319883505809952562009-02-20T08:53:00.000-08:002009-02-20T09:00:42.527-08:00

Next week I start a psuedo ecoatkins diet. I am going semi vegetarian. What is semi vegetarian? Well, I will still eat chicken and fish, but only maybe once a week. True ecoatkins dieter are completely vegetarian, but want the benefits of the atkins diet. I couldn't be further from vegetarian. I like eatng meat. Yum. However, my thyroid is acting up again, and I read that a semi

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-69466167882601551472009-02-19T07:54:00.000-08:002009-02-19T07:59:39.181-08:00

Captain Obvious posting today.You know, if you spray I Can't Believe It's Not Butter on refrigerator biscuits, and sprinkle Cinnamon and Splenda over it, and bake as directed, it tastes really good, and is no more fattening than the biscuits by themselves. It is not as good as real Cinnamon buns, but it is better than plain biscuits. I am trying to get more Cinnamon in my mom and my diet.

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-52160711611009604472009-02-15T18:11:00.000-08:002009-02-15T18:36:42.912-08:00

I used to hate rice as a kid. I don't know why, because I love it now and I use it in a lot of dishes.I prefer brown rice over white rice because it's a little more hearty, filling and it makes me feel like I'm eating healthier. This is a super easy versatile dish that I have finally perfected to my taste, and tonight, I braised some boneless skinless chicken thighs, shredded the meat when it was

Annie Khttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07774350914255922163noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-85567426763139913462009-02-13T16:15:00.000-08:002009-02-13T16:15:59.611-08:00

I have been remiss in posting on this fabulous food blog because I've just been so darn busy lately. Unfortunately I don't have a picture of this dish, because by the time I was going to take a picture it was all gone. So, I guess you'll just have to make it and see it for yourself. This is super fast and easy to make, but when you pull this out of the oven you'd better grab some quick because if

Annie Khttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07774350914255922163noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-65200207010907104882009-02-03T09:55:00.000-08:002009-02-03T10:02:05.696-08:00

My friend Beth, at that's not me anymore, Beth's take on technology and microwave hot dogs. has initiated a conversation about gourmet hot dog suppers. I thought I would contribute this:Franks and Beans in a Slow Cooker2 16 oz cans of great northern beans, drained1 16oz can of cut green beans, drained1 8 oz can of tomato sauce1 chopped onion¼ cup of sugar or sugar substitute2 tsp of yellow

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-9416158369979143022009-01-30T15:57:00.000-08:002009-01-30T15:57:40.273-08:00

These potato skins are just flat out awesome. If you are looking for a low fat version, I can not give you one. It would be a travesty to do such a thing to a potato skin. These are filled with butter, sour cream, bacon and two kinds of Velveeta. These will probably just osmosis right to your thighs, but it's worth it. I promise.I'm going to give you the basics of the recipe and then you can

Annie Khttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07774350914255922163noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-12081413777483035372009-01-27T04:00:00.000-08:002009-01-27T04:00:01.082-08:00

This is a super easy meal that I make on the weekends. The pork sits in the crockpot all day simmering in a rub of minced garlic, cumin, seasoned salt, chili powder and cayenne(nothing says I love you like a touch of heat) and the pasta is tossed with homemade spinach pesto and sauteed red peppers and zucchini. I've brought my kids up on less traditional food and they love any kind of pesto. This

Annie Khttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07774350914255922163noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-80316778972972655122009-01-26T15:15:00.000-08:002009-01-26T15:17:51.994-08:00

Giant Popovers6 tbsp. butter, melted6 eggs2 cups of milk2cups of flour1 tsp. saltBeat eggs until frothy. Add milk, butter, flour and salt. Beat well with mixer. Pour batter into well greased muffin tins. Bake at 375 degrees for 1 hour. Make a slit in the top of each popover to let steam out. Bake a few more minutes. Makes 18.No, this is probably not a good diet recipe. I ran out of

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-48296469147944098252009-01-25T18:07:00.000-08:002009-01-25T19:03:34.641-08:00

This food blog has been a challenge to me because I am a very 'fly by the seat of my pants' type of cook. I throw in this or that, season to taste and don't really think much about the amount of ingredients I use. I don't treat food as a science, it's more of a relationship of seasonings, textures and pleasing others. Sherri asked for some hamburger recipes and this is a soup that I like to throw

Annie Khttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07774350914255922163noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-68210526416195611162009-01-22T08:34:00.000-08:002009-01-22T08:42:40.538-08:00

A Casserole for Sherri1 lb of ground beef1 can of Healthy Request Tomato Soup1 cup of chopped tomatoes3 raw potatoes, diced1/3 cup of instant rice, uncooked1 chopped onion1 and 1/2 cups of chopped carrots1 cup of chopped celery1 tsp of parsley flakessalt and pepper to tasteBrown the ground beef in a cooking skillet sprayed with butter flavor cooking spray. Spray the crock pot, too. Combine

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-39085469953871894392009-01-18T06:49:00.000-08:002009-01-18T07:10:53.828-08:00

Jon and I started our 30-day diet. I know, diet is a horrible word, but when you say diet and eat something like this, it's not so bad. I like to make scrambles and throw in a mix of vegetables, meat and cheeses. For this one, I used what vegetables I had, topped it with some Parmesan cheese and salsa and this was enough for both of us. I also whipped up a fruit smoothie with mixed frozen fruit,

Annie Khttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07774350914255922163noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-72418177452521356272009-01-17T05:12:00.000-08:002009-01-17T05:16:40.325-08:00

I told Annie I would post some recipes from when I was "being good" on a diet. This is one of my favorites. Of course, low fat sausage does not taste quite as tasty as regular sausage, but it beats carrots and celery with a stick! Sausage, Sauerkraut, and Noodle Bake1 16 oz package of low fat cooked smoked sausage or kielbasa, cooled and sliced2 cups of cooked noodles, rinsed and drained1 16

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-50966623066506674292009-01-14T22:07:00.000-08:002009-01-14T22:18:18.255-08:00

Child: How come milk goes bad but cheese doesn't?Frazz: Because cheese already did.Child: The stuff that makes milk bad makes cheese good?Frazz: Sort of.Child: So cheese is like the computer hacker who goes to work for the security company.Frazz: Only with more Vitamin D.Does cheese really not go bad? Sorry folks, if the cheese is supposed to be yellow, I'm not eating the green stuff. I

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-83775000226295330152009-01-12T13:24:00.000-08:002009-01-12T13:40:42.735-08:00

Since Annie brought up Church in her last post, I thought I would take the opportunity to mention I am Catholic. Why is that significant? Because I need to confess: I got this recipe from a Church cookbook from when I was a kid, and I tweaked it a bit to my family's liking. (Yeah, if you think I am cheating Annie, I understand if you want to delete this, but I will move it to my blog. This

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-407113250168687502009-01-11T13:49:00.000-08:002009-01-12T13:38:50.235-08:00

My husband grew up in a Mennonite family. If you know anything about Mennonites it's that the women can cook and throw one heck of a potluck. When I was growing up, during the summers my oldest brother worked on a grass seed farm owned by Mennonites. I loved to visit them and I had the awesome pleasure of attending one such potluck. Those women could make a mean casserole and marionberry pie.

Annie Khttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07774350914255922163noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-22725346758844218592009-01-08T07:53:00.000-08:002009-01-08T07:53:00.381-08:00

Smoked sausage that you purchase at a good Polish (or Hungarian) deli can not be beaten, even with a stick. However, this recipe turns out just fine with a 16 oz package of whatever is on sale at Jewel/Albertsons.Smoked Sausage and Sauerkraut in a Slow Cooker3 cups of unpeeled raw red potatoes2 cups of carrots1 chopped onion15 oz can of sauerkraut¼ cup of water1 lb of smoked sausage, cut into

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-2910475079123544642009-01-07T17:10:00.000-08:002009-01-07T20:54:02.585-08:00

I have had one affair in my life. Yes, it's true. But don't think less of me though because it just happened and it was love from the start. It's an affair that has continued to this day and there is no end in sight. My affair has been with Mexican food and it started because my best friend growing up has a mother who is from Mexico and she owned a Mexican restaurant in town. This was no ordinary

Dish This!http://www.blogger.com/profile/15487611294056743494noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-89900248176964478592009-01-07T05:01:00.000-08:002009-01-07T05:01:00.871-08:00

Boy, it is a good thing that Annie and I are on the same team, because I could not compete with her recipe from yesterday. And those pictures! Heavens to Mergatroid, I was looking at those at 11:00 pm last night and got hungry. Don't worry, I waited until breakfast this morning to have a bite. Oooh what a bite.Apple Puffed Pancake6 eggs ½ tsp. salt1½ cups of milk ¼ tsp. cinnamon1 cup

Helenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18070555200892952455noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-46557183109965536802009-01-06T17:30:00.000-08:002009-01-06T17:33:46.080-08:00

Winter in Bend can be pretty chilly and this has become one of our favorites soups when the temperature seems to be hovering below freezing. Whether you are a wine aficionado or not, I highly recommend investing in a good bottle of white wine for cooking. The wine and Parmesan cheese take this from being a regular old cream of chicken and rice soup to a 'holy mackerel that is pure aweseomeness'

Dish This!http://www.blogger.com/profile/15487611294056743494noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4631083810554920266.post-62702530006273381922009-01-06T17:29:00.000-08:002009-01-06T17:29:00.263-08:00

Yes, it's true. Helen and I are in cahoots on a new food blog. I know, it's madness and craziness - kind of like east meets west - but it will be fabulous, awesome and all that is truly brilliant rolled into one little blog. There's bound to be a little bit Helen and a little bit Annie and a whole lotta simply good food. (Hey, there's even going to be stuff Kat can dish or a chicken can cook or..

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