Louisiana Gumbo (from The Fat Fallacy)
“Will Clower.” It’s not a Cajun name. Maybe this gumbo recipe would be more credible coming from someone named Lafayette “crawfish” Prud’homme. But I promise this gumbo really is authentic. Even though, it’s true, I have no bayou water splashing through my veins, I managed to get...
Ginger’d Lemon Scones
Great complement for a holiday brunch. You’ll Need: 2 C flour 1/4 C sugar 1 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. cream of tartar 1/4 C crystallized ginger, finely chopped, (found in the spice section of store) 2 tsp grated lemon zest 1 C buttermilk 1 Tbsp vegetable oil 1...
Maple Vanilla French Toast
Got company coming in over the holidays? Here is a delicious breakfast/brunch idea that you should give a try. You’ll Need 5 eggs 1 cup milk ¼ cup pure maple syrup 1 Tablespoon granulated raw sugar 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon 12 slices of bread...
Cranberry Spinach Salad w Honey Dijon Bacon Dressing
This simple salad has everything! From the cranberries to the spinach to the lime honey and bacon balance that ties it all together. Your family will love you for it – YOU will love you for it, and you’ll be doing your body good in the process. You’ll...
Turkey Pot Pie
With Thanksgiving right around the corner it’s good to have some recipes to make with all that leftover turkey… Time to the Table: 60 minutes Yield: Serves 10 You’ll Need 1 piecrust with top and bottom 2 cups cooked turkey, chopped 2 Tablespoons plus ½ stick unsalted butter ½...
Fantasic Green Beans
This is a simple way to make green beans and can be a nice complement for anything from fish, to chicken or simply a vegetarian bean dish. You’ll Need 3 lbs fresh green beans (or frozen thawed) 3 medium onions, thinly sliced 3 large green or red peppers, thinly...
Ginger Orange Dip w Asparagus
A unique side dish that can be the complement to anything from turkey to seafood. You’ll Need: 2 lbs. asparagus 3/4 C mayonnaise 3/4 C sour cream 1 T distilled vinegar 1 T orange juice 1 tsp. grated orange zest 1 garlic clove, peeled and crushed 1 T Dijon-style...
Chili
Chili time is here. Try this variation in which a great secret ingredient is the splash of red wine vinegar. You’ll Need 1 Tablespoon vegetable oil 1 ½ cups chopped onion 1 cup chopped green pepper 1/2 pound ground beef 1/4 pound ground pork 1 can kidney beans 1 ½...
Easy Parmesan Chicken
This recipe was shared with us to share with you by Bill at Keystone Oaks School District. Just a few ingredients is all you need to have a delicious main dish. Thanks Bill! You’ll Need: ½ cup chopped onion 3 cloves of garlic 2-3 small cubed tomatoes sm. amt. basil...
Curried Couscous
There are so many nutritious and delicious grains out there and many are so easy to cook. Ever try couscous? Try this wonderful recipe that incorporates this really ancient and healthy grain today. What you Need 2 ½ c uncooked couscous 1 tbsp olive oil 1 c. hot water...
Horseradish Chicken
Try something new with chicken this week. The horseradish adds the perfect twist and works wonderfully with the white wine. You’ll Need: 1/2 cup white wine 8 chicken breasts (3 ounces each) 1 Tablespoons vegetable oil 2 Tablespoons prepared horseradish 1 ¼ teaspoons mustard seed ½ teaspoon onion powder...
Crab Cakes
Crab cakes are a favorite of many. And the bonus is they are such an easy food to make. Get creative and change up the spices and herbs as you see fit. You’ll need 1 egg 1 teaspoon mustard 1 Tablespoon, freshly squeezed lemon juice 6 Tablespoons olive...