Archive for March, 2006
Sunday, March 26th, 2006
Grilled Salmon
Ingredients:
-6 8-ounce salmon fillets, about 1 inch thick in the center
-juice from 2 lemons
-olive oil
-salt and pepper
-lemon wedges to garnish
1. Squeeze lemon juice over the salmon fillets and let stand at room temperature 8 minutes; discard lemon juice
2. Brush the grill with oil to help prevent sticking
3. Preheat the grill on high heat
4. Brush the [...]
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Sunday, March 26th, 2006
Crab Quesadillas
Ingredients:
-1 pound lump crabmeat
-1 cup chopped onion
-1/4 cup each, diced red and green bell peppers
-3 tablespoons diced pickled jalapeno chiles
-2 ounces light cream cheese
-2 tablespoons light mayonnaise
-2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
-1 tablespoon fresh minced parsley
-salt and pepper to taste
-10 flour tortillas
-1 cup fresh diced tomatoes
-5 ounces low-fat Monterey jack cheese
1. Coat a nonstick skillet with [...]
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Monday, March 20th, 2006
Spinach, Raspberry & Walnut Salad
Ingredients:
-1 1/2 pounds fresh spinach, washed and dried
-1 cup fresh raspberries
-1/4 cup chopped walnuts
-1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon (1 teaspoon dried)
-1/4 cup raspberry vinegar
-1/2 cup raspberry juice
1. Tear spinach into small pieces
2. In a salad bowl, place spinach, raspberries, walnuts, and tarragon
3. Mix together vinegar and raspberry juice
4. Pour over salad and toss to coat
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Sunday, March 19th, 2006
Salmon Croquettes
Ingredients:
-1 12 oz can pink salmon
-2 whole eggs
-1/4 cup chopped celery
-1/4 cup breadcrumbs
-11/2 tablespoons yellow corn meal
-1 teaspoon yellow or Dijon mustard
-1 teaspoon lemon juice
-1/2 teaspoon paprika
-1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
-Salt and pepper to taste
-1 tablespoon olive oil
1. Combine all ingredients except for the olive oil in a mixing bowl and mix thoroughly
2. Form the resulting [...]
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Sunday, March 19th, 2006
Salmon Patties
Ingredients:
-1 can salmon, drained and de-boned
-1 egg
-saltine crackers
1. Combine salmon and egg
2. Crush saltine crackers and add to salmon until you can make patties (like hamburgers) which will hold
together
3. Fry over medium heat in about 1/4 inch of oil until medium brown
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Saturday, March 18th, 2006
Almond Bars
Ingredients:
-12 graham crackers
-1 cup sliced almonds
-3/4 cup butter
-1 cup brown sugar
-1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C)
2. Grease a 10×15 inch jelly roll pan
3. Break graham crackers into 4 pieces and arrange them touching on the prepared jelly roll pan
4. Sprinkle the sliced almonds over the crackers
5. In a [...]
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Saturday, March 18th, 2006
Real Italian Calzones
Ingredients:
-1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
-1 cup warm water
-1 tablespoon olive oil
-1 teaspoon white sugar
-1 teaspoon salt
-2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
-1 teaspoon olive oil
-1/2 cup ricotta cheese
-1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
-1/2 cup diced pepperoni
-1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
-1 tablespoon dried basil leaves
-1 egg, beaten
To Make Dough:
1. In a small bowl, dissolve yeast [...]
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Saturday, March 18th, 2006
Grilled Chicken Calzones
Ingredients:
-1 (10 ounce) package refrigerated pizza dough
-1/4 cup prepared pesto
-6 tablespoons ricotta cheese
-1 1/2 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese (scant 1/2 cup)
-1 ounce sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
-5 ounces grilled chicken breast (1 boneless, skinless chicken breast half), cut into bite-size pieces
-1 teaspoon grated Parmesan/Romano mixture
-2 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
-parsley sprigs for garnish
1. Preheat oven to 400 [...]
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Saturday, March 18th, 2006
Shrimp and Avocado Salad
Ingredients:
-1/4 cup of white wine vinegar
-1/4 cup grapeseed oil
-3 garlic cloves, minced
-1/2 lb medium shrimp, cooked, peeled, and de-veined
-2 ripe avocados
-Lettuce - preferably butter lettuce or red leaf lettuce
Optional:
-2 tablespoons chopped roasted walnuts or pistachios
-1 tablespoons chopped cilantro
-lemon slices for garnish
1. Combine oil, vinegar, and garlic in a bowl
2. Chop shrimp into 1/2 inch pieces [...]
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Saturday, March 18th, 2006
Chinese Chicken Salad
Ingredients:
-1/2 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, sliced into strips
-salt and pepper
-sesame oil
-grapeseed or canola oil
-1/2 head of Napa cabbage, thinly sliced
-1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
-3-4 scallions, sliced
-1 carrot, julienned
-1/2 cup loosely packed cilantro leaves, chopped
-2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
Dressing:
-2 tablespoons tamari (a wheat-free concentrated soy sauce, can also use 3 Tbsp regular soy sauce)
-2 [...]
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Saturday, March 18th, 2006
Zucchini Fritters
Ingredients:
-1 lb of zucchini (about 2 medium sized), coarsely grated
-kosher salt
-ground black pepper
-1 large egg
-2 scallions, finely chopped
-1/2 cup all-purpose flour
-1/2 cup grape seed oil or olive oil
-sour cream
1. Salt the zucchini with about 1 teaspoon of salt.
2. Try to remove the excess moisture from the zucchini by either squeezing the liquid out with [...]
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Monday, March 13th, 2006
Roman-Style Artichokes
Ingredients:
-2 cans (8 1/2-ounce each) artichoke hears
-2 eggs
-1/2 cup all-purpose flour
-1/4 cup yellow cornmeal
-2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
-1 1/2 cups light olive oil
-salt and pepper
1. Drain artichokes and pat dry
2. Cut in half lengthwise
3. In a small shallow bowl, beat eggs
4. In another bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, and Italian seasoning
5. In a small skillet, heat oil [...]
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Monday, March 13th, 2006
Garlic & Herb Focaccia
Ingredients:
-all-purpose flour, for dusting
-1 loaf (1-pound) frozen bread dough, thawed
-4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced lengthwise
-2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
-1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F
2. On a flour-dusted surface, press or roll dough into a 12×9 inch rectangle
3. Transfer dough to baking sheet
4. With a sharp knife, make 1-inch cuts randomly [...]
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Monday, March 13th, 2006
Minestrone Soup
Ingredients:
-1 quart low-sodium chicken broth
-1 package (16-ounce) frozen garlic pasta with vegetables
-1 can (15 1/2-ounce) kidney beans, drained
-1 can (14 1/2-ounce) Italian seasoned tomatoes
-1/4 cup tomato paste
-shredded parmesan cheese
1. In a large pot, bring broth to boil
2. Stir in pasta with vegetables, beans, tomatoes, and tomato paste
3. Return to boil
4. Reduce heat and simmer for [...]
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Sunday, March 12th, 2006
Kahlua Souffles
Ingredients:
-1 cup semisweet chocolate morsels
-1/2 Kahlua
-5 eggs
-1 package (8-ounce) cream cheese, cubed
-unsalted butter
-sugar
-1 tablespoon powdered sugar
-1 teaspoon instant coffee crystals or espresso powder
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F
2. In a small saucepan, combine chocolate morsels and Kahlua
3. Heat over very low heat until chocolate is melted, stirring to blend
4. Remove from heat and cool [...]
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Sunday, March 12th, 2006
Chive Roasted Potatoes with Horseradish-Sour Cream & Caviar
Ingredients:
-2 pounds new red potatoes
-2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
-2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives
-1/2 teaspoon salt
-1/4 teaspoon pepper
-1/2 cup sour cream
-1 teaspoon horseradish
-1 jar (2-ounce) caviar
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper
3. Rinse potatoes and pat dry with paper towels
4. Slice into 1/2-inch rounds
5. Place in a [...]
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Sunday, March 12th, 2006
Chicken with Mushrooms & Artichokes
Ingredients:
-2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
-4 pounds chicken breasts and thighs, rinsed and patted dry
-salt and pepper
-2 cans (10 3/4-ounces each) condensed golden mushroom soup
-2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
-1 packet (1.5-ounce) four-cheese sauce mix
-10 ounces mushrooms, sliced
-8 ounces frozen artichoke hearts
-1 cup frozen chopped onions
-1 medium red bell pepper, finely chopped
1. Heat oil in large skillet over [...]
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Sunday, March 12th, 2006
Beefy Stuffed Peppers
Ingredients:
-6 red or yellow bell peppers
-1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
-1 can (11-ounce) Mexican style corn
-1 can (7-ounce) sliced ripe olives
-1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
-1/2 cup converted rice
-1 packet taco seasoning
-1 can (10 3/4-ounce) condensed tomato soup
-1 can (10-ounce) diced tomatoes
-1/4 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
1. Cut tops off peppers
2. Remove stems, seeds, and [...]
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Sunday, March 12th, 2006
Citrus Balsamic Glazed Salmon
Ingredients:
-8 salmon fillets, 3/4 inch thick
-salt and pepper
-1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
-3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
-1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
-1 tablespoon brown sugar
-1 tablespoon orange juice
-1 can (14-ounce) seasoned chicken broth
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F
2. Rub salmon with salt and pepper to taste
3. Place salmon in a shallow 2-quart baking dish
4. Drizzle with oil
5. Bake [...]
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Sunday, March 12th, 2006
Smoked Salmon & Avocado Stacks
Ingredients:
-1 package (8-ounce) lox smoked salmon
-salt
-freshly ground pepper
-champagne vinaigrette
-croutons
-3 ripe avocados
-1/2 lemon, juiced
-pinch prepared wasabi
-fresh chives, cut into small pieces, for garnish
1. Place a 3-inch ring mold on a plate
2. Layer 2 to 3 pieces of salmon in the mold
3. Season salmon to taste with salt and pepper
4. Sprinkle a few dashes of vinaigrette over [...]
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Sunday, March 12th, 2006
Lobster Wraps
Ingredients:
-1 package (8-ounce) imitation lobster nuggets
-1 avocado, peeled, pitted, and diced
-1 cup diced, seeded tomato
-1/4 cup pepita-cilantro Caesar dressing
-4 cups salad mix
-2 jalapeno-cilantro tortillas
1. In a medium bowl, combine lobster, avocado, tomato, and dressing
2. Pile equal amounts of salad mix on tortillas, spreading to within 1 inch of edges
3. Top with lobster mixture
4. Roll tortillas [...]
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Sunday, March 12th, 2006
Crab Louie Salad
Ingredients:
-2 cans (6 ounces each) lump crabmeat, drained
-1/3 cup bacon and tomato twist mayonnaise
-1/4 cup sweet pickle relish
-1 medium head green leaf lettuce, chopped
-1 medium head iceberg lettuce, chopped
-1 small green bell pepper, sliced into 1/4-inch rings
-1 medium cucumber, sliced
-1 tomato, sliced into 8 wedges
-1/2 can (1/2 of a 6-ounce) ripe olives (whole and pitted), [...]
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Sunday, March 12th, 2006
Cheese Puff Appetizers
Ingredients:
-2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
-1/2 cup butter
-1 cup all-purpose flour
-1 dash Worcestershire sauce
-1 (5-ounce) jar pitted green olives
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C)
2. Lightly grease a cookie sheet
3. In a small bowl, mix together cheese, butter, flour, and Worcestershire sauce.
4. Knead the dough
5. Pinch the dough into small balls, flatten them [...]
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Sunday, March 12th, 2006
Wonton Wrappers
Ingredients:
-1 egg
-1/3 cup water
-2 cups all-purpose flour
-1/2 teaspoon salt
1. In a medium bowl, beat the egg; mix in the water
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt
3. Create a well in the center of the mixture and slowly pour in the egg and water
4. Mix well. If the mixture is too dry, increase [...]
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Sunday, March 12th, 2006
Clam Chowder in Sourdough Bread Bowls
Ingredients:
-1 tablespoon butter
-1/2 onion, minced
-3 tablespoons dry vermouth
-1 can (6.5-ounce) chopped clams in juice
-1 cup heavy cream
-salt and pepper
-sugar
-1 can (10 3/4-ounce) cream of potato soup
-1/2 teaspoon truffle oil (optional)
-sourdough bread bowls, for serving
-croutons (optional)
-chopped parsley, for garnish
1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter
2. Add onion and saute until tender
3. Stir in [...]
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Sunday, March 12th, 2006
Teriyaki Salmon Strips
Ingredients:
-1 1/2 cups teriyaki sauce, divided
-1 cup water
-10 ounces king salmon, cut into 1-ounce strips
-10 bamboo skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
-2 tablespoons canola oil
-2 tablespoons sesame seeds, for garnish
-2 tablespoons chopped green onion, for garnish
1. For marinade, in a shallow glass dish, combine 1 cup of the teriyaki sauce and the water
2. Thread [...]
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Sunday, March 12th, 2006
Lemon Chicken
Ingredients:
Chicken
-1 quart buttermilk
-1 tablespoon lemon zest
-4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
-2 cups all-purpose flour
-1 cup cornstarch
-canola oil for frying
Sauce
-1 jar (11-ounce) lemon curd
-1/4 cup chicken broth
-1/2 teaspoon soy sauce
-1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
-sliced green onions, for garnish
1. For chicken, in a medium bowl, combine buttermilk and lemon zest
2. Add chicken and set aside
3. Sift [...]
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Sunday, March 12th, 2006
Thai Ginger Mussels
Ingredients:
-1 can (13.5-ounce) coconut milk
-1/2 cup white wine
-2 tablespoons Thai ginger marinade
-2 tablespoons brown sugar
-1 tablespoon curry paste
-1 tablespoon bottled minced garlic
-3 tablespoons butter
-1 pound fresh or thawed frozen mussels (rinsed and drained)
-2 tablespoons chopped green onion
1. For sauce, in a medium saucepan, combine coconut milk, wine, marinade, brown sugar, curry paste, and half the [...]
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Sunday, March 12th, 2006
Las Chalupas
Ingredients:
Meat
-1 pound ground beef
-1 package (1.25-ounce) taco seasoning mix
-2/3 cup salsa
-1/4 cup jalapeno juice
Tortillas
-1/4 cup canola oil
-4 to 6 flour tortillas (8 inch)
Toppings
-shredded Mexican cheese blend
-shredded lettuce
-chopped tomatoes
-chopped ripe olives
-guacamole
-sour cream
1. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown beef
2. Add taco seasoning, salsa, and jalapeno juice
3. Add a little water if mixture is too [...]
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Sunday, March 12th, 2006
Guacamole
Ingredients:
-2 large Hass avocados
-2 tablespoons medium salsa
-1 tablespoon sour cream
-1 tablespoon jalapeno juice
1. Peel avocados and remove pit
2. Place in a bowl and mash
3. Stir in salsa, sour cream, and jalapeno juice
4. Serve with chips
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Sunday, March 12th, 2006
Crab Ravioli in Creamy Tomato Sauce
Ingredients:
-1 can (6-ounce) lump crabmeat, drained
-1/2 cup ricotta cheese
-1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
-1 package (12-ounce) wonton wrappers
-1 egg, beaten
-all-purpose flour, for dusting
-1 cup milk
-1 package (1.3-ounce) creamy tomato sauce mix
-2 tablespoons butter
-chopped parsley, for garnish
1. Drain crabmeat, reserving liquid
2. For filling, in a small bowl, combine drained crabmeat, cheese, and Italian seasoning
3. Brush a wonton wrapper [...]
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Sunday, March 12th, 2006
Mini Cheese & Olive Calzones
Ingredients:
-1/2 cup ricotta cheese
-1/4 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
-1/4 cup chopped ripe olives
-1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
-all-purpose flour, for dusting
-1 can (8-ounce) refrigerated crescent-shaped dinner rolls
1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F
2. In a medium bowl, combine cheese, olives, and Italian seasoning. Set filling aside
3. On a flour-dusted surface, unroll dough in 1 piece
4. Press or [...]
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Saturday, March 11th, 2006
Crab and Cream Cheese Stuffed Cucumbers
Ingredients:
-2 cucumbers
-1 container (8-ounce) cream cheese, softened
-1 container (8-ounce) sour cream
-1 (3-ounce) package crab meat (or smoked salmon), chopped into small pieces
-1/2 lemon, juiced, seeds removed
-freshly ground pepper
-salt
-fresh dill sprigs, for garnish
1. Using a peeler, create stripes on the outside of the cucumbers by peeling along lengths of cucumbers, leaving every other section intact
2. Cut [...]
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Thursday, March 9th, 2006
Ahi Tuna with Spiced Balsamic Glaze
Ahi Tuna:
-1 (4-ounce) ahi tuna fillet
-1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
-salt
-freshly ground pepper
-1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
Spiced Balsamic Glaze:
-1 shallot, finely diced
-1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
-1 cup balsamic vinegar
-1 teaspoon cumin
For the Ahi Tuna:
1. Rub the tuna filet on all sides with the cayenne pepper and season with the salt and pepper
2. Heat the olive oil in [...]
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Thursday, March 9th, 2006
General Tso Chicken
Ingredients:
-1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
-1 1/2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
-1 tablespoon sesame oil
-2 tablespoons fresh orange zest
-1 tablespoon peeled and grated fresh ginger
-1 tablespoon sugar
-1 garlic clove, minced
-1/4 teaspoon chili paste
-1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
-1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 2-inch-long strips
-2 tablespoons canola oil
-2 tablespoons diced red bell pepper
-1/3 cup [...]
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Thursday, March 9th, 2006
Basil Pesto
Ingredients:
-2 packed cups fresh basil leaves
-1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
-3 tablespoons pine nuts (toast in a dry skillet over medium heat until lightly brown)
-1 small fresh garlic clove
-1/4 teaspoon salt
-1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
-1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1. Place all ingredients, except the Parmesan cheese, into a blender and pulse on high until [...]
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Thursday, March 9th, 2006
French-Style Mussels
Ingredients:
-2 tablespoons butter
-1 cup chopped yellow onion
-2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves, stemmed (may use 1 tablespoon dry thyme leaves)
-1/2 teaspoon salt
-2 pounds fresh mussels, washed
-2 ounces dry white wine
-fresh whole thyme, for garnish
-1 lemon, cut into wedges, optional, for garnish
1. Heat the butter in a large pan over medium-high heat
2. Add the onions, thyme, and [...]
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Thursday, March 9th, 2006
Fresh Raspberry Fruit Dip
Ingredients:
-8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
-1 full pint fresh raspberries
-1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
-1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
-2 tablespoons sugar
-2 sprigs fresh mint, optional, for garnish
1. Keep a few raspberries aside and place all the remaining ingredients, except the mint, into the food processor or blender and pulse until somewhat smooth
2. Remove, pour in [...]
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Wednesday, March 8th, 2006
Ice Cream Sandwich Dessert
Ingredients:
-1 (8-ounce) container frozen fat-free whipped topping, thawed
-2 tablespoons coffee-flavored liqueur (such as Kahlua)
-2 tablespoons chocolate syrup
-6 (0.7-ounce) reduced-fat triple chocolate wafer bars (such as Hershey’s Sweet Escapes), finely chopped and divided
-6 (2.3-ounce) low-fat ice cream sandwiches
1. Spoon whipped topping into a large bowl
2. Combine coffee liquer and chocolate syrup, and fold into whipped [...]
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Wednesday, March 8th, 2006
Fresh Berries with Maple Cream
Ingredients:
-3/4 cup fat-free sour cream
-1/4 cup maple syrup
-1 cup fresh blueberries
-1 1/2 cup fresh raspberries
1. Combine sour cream and maple syrup in a small bowl; stir with a whisk
2. Combine berries, and spoon into dessert dishes
3. Pour maple cream over berries
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Wednesday, March 8th, 2006
Tortilla Chips con Queso
Ingredients:
-2 (8-inch) flour tortillas
-cooking spray
-1/4 teaspoon chili powder
-1/4 cup preshredded light Mexican cheese blend
-2/3 cup salsa
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F
2. Cut each tortilla into 8 wedges; arrange on a baking sheet in a single layer
3. Coat wedges with cooking spray; sprinkle evenly with chili powder and cheese
4. Bake at 400 degrees F for [...]
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Wednesday, March 8th, 2006
Seared Chicken with Avocado
Ingredients:
-1 1/2 teaspoons blackened seasoning
-4 (4-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
-1 teaspoon olive oil
-1 diced peeled avocado
-2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
-1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
-2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
-1/4 teaspoon salt
-1 lime, cut into fourths
1. Sprinkle seasoning on both sides of chicken
2. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet [...]
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Wednesday, March 8th, 2006
Basil Scallops with Spinach Fettuccine
Ingredients:
-8 ounces uncooked spinach fettuccine
-1 1/2 pounds sea scallops
-3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
-cooking spray
-2 tablespoons extravirgin olive oil
-1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
-1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
-1/4 teaspoon salt
-3/4 cup dry white wine or low-sodium chicken broth
-1/3 cup finely chopped green onion
-3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1. Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. [...]
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Wednesday, March 8th, 2006
Salmon with Mustard Cream
Ingredients:
-4 (6-ounce) skinless salmon fillets
-cooking spray
-1/8 teaspoon coarsely ground balck pepper
-1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
-1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
-2 teaspoons chopped fresh dill
-1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
-1 garlic clove, minced
-1/4 teaspoon salt
1. Place fish on a broiler pan
2. Coat fish with cooking spray, and sprinkle with 1/8 teaspoon pepper
3. Broil [...]
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Wednesday, March 8th, 2006
Asparagus-Parmesan Pita Rounds
Ingredients:
-2 cups (2-inch) sliced asparagus (about 1 pound)
-2 teaspoons extravirgin olive oil
-2 garlic cloves, minced
-4 (6-inch) pitas
-3 plum tomatoes, thinly sliced
-1 teaspoon dried basil
-1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional)
-1/4 teaspoon salt
-6 tablespoons preshredded Parmesan cheese
1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F
2. Steam asparagus, covered, 2 minutes or until crisp-tender
3. Rinse with cold water; drain
4. Combine [...]
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Wednesday, March 8th, 2006
Scallops over Vermicelli
Ingredients:
-1 teaspoon olive oil
-1 teaspoon butter
-cooking spray
-3/4 pound sea scallops
-2 teaspoons capers
-1/4 teaspoon salt
-1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
-1/2 cup dry vermouth or dry white wine
-2 cups hot cooked vermicelli (about 4 ounces uncooked pasta)
-2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1. Heat oil and butter over medium-high heat in a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray
2. [...]
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Wednesday, March 8th, 2006
Sesame Bread
Ingredients:
-1 tablespoon light butter, softened
-1 teaspoon sesame seeds
-1/8 teaspoon sugar
-4 (1-ounce) slices French bread
1. Combine butter, sesame seeds, and pepper in a small bowl
2. Spread mixture evenly onto each of 4 bread slices
3. Place bread on a baking sheet, and broil 4 to 5 minutes or until bread is lightly browned and butter mixture is [...]
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Wednesday, March 8th, 2006
Maple Glazed Salmon
Ingredients:
-1 tablespoon maple syrup
-1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
-1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
-1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
-2 (6-ounce) salmon fillets
-cooking spray
1. Combine first 4 ingredients in a small bowl; stir with a whisk
2. Place salmon, skin side down, on a broiler pan coated with cooking spray
3. Brush with maple mixture
4. Broil 10 to 12 minutes or until [...]
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Tuesday, March 7th, 2006
Shrimp and Feta Scampi
Ingredients:
-1 (8-ounce) package spaghetti
-1 1/2 pounds peeled and deveined shrimp
-1 (10-ounce) package frozen snow peas or 10 ounces fresh sugar snap peas
-4 green onions, sliced
-1/3 cup reduced-fat olive oil vinaigrette
-1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
-1/2 cup crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese
1. Bring 2 quarts water to a boil in a large saucepan
2. Add pasta, and cook, [...]
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Tuesday, March 7th, 2006
Chicken Fried Rice
Ingredients:
-2 teaspoons dark sesame oil
-8 ounces pre-marinated teriyaki skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into strips
-1/2 cup matchstick-cut carrots
-1/2 cup sliced green onions
-2 teaspoons bottled minced garlic
-1/4 teaspoon black pepper
-4 cups chilled cooked brown rice
-1 large egg, lightly beaten
-2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
-1 tablespoon water
-1/4 cup chopped cashews
1. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over [...]