Archive for September, 2006
Sunday, September 24th, 2006
Sunflower Raisin Scones
Ingredients:
-2 cups self-rising flour
-1 teaspoon baking powder
-2 tablespoons soft margarine
-2 tablespoons sugar
-1/3 cup raisins
-2 tablespoons sunflower seeds
-2/3 cup plain yogurt
-2-3 tablespoons milk
1. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F
2. Lightly oil a baking sheet
3. Sift the flour and baking powder into a bowl and rub in the margarine evenly
4. Stir in the sugar, raisins, and [...]
No Comments » - Posted in Desserts by Svetlana
Sunday, September 24th, 2006
Chewy Fruit Granola Wedges
Ingredients:
-1/2 dried apricots, chopped
-1 apple, cored and grated
-1 1/4 cups Swiss-style granola
-2/3 cup apple juice
-1 tablespoon margarine
1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F
2. Place all the ingredients in a large bowl and mix well
3. Press the mixture into a 8 inch round nonstick shallow pie pan and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until lightly [...]
No Comments » - Posted in Cookies, Desserts by Svetlana
Sunday, September 24th, 2006
Creamy Mango Cheesecake
Ingredients:
-1 1/4 cups oatmeal
-3 tablespoons sunflower margarine
-2 tablespoons clear honey
-1 large ripe mango
-1 1/4 cups cream cheese
-2/3 cup plain yogurt
-finely grated rind of 1 small lime
-3 tablespoons apple juice
-4 teaspoons powdered gelatin
-fresh mango and lime slices, to decorate
1. Preheat the oven to 400 degress F
2. Mix together the oatmeal, margarine, and honey
3. Press the mixture [...]
No Comments » - Posted in Cakes, Desserts by Svetlana
Sunday, September 24th, 2006
Calzone
Ingredients:
Dough:
-4 cups flour
-pinch of salt
-1 envelope active dry yeast
about 1 1/2 cups warm water
Filling:
-1 teaspoon olive oil
-1 red onion, thinly sliced
-3 medium zucchini, sliced
-2 large tomatoes, diced
-1 cup mozzarella cheese, diced
-1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
-skim milk, to glaze
-salt and black pepper
1. To make the dough, sift the flour and salt into a bowl and stir [...]
No Comments » - Posted in Appetizers, Pizzas by Svetlana
Sunday, September 24th, 2006
Salmon Pasta With Parsley Sauce
Ingredients:
-1 pound fresh salmon fillet, skinned
-3 cups pasta, such as penne or twists
-6 oz cherry tomatoes, halved
-2/3 cup low fat creme fraiche
-3 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
-finely grated rind of 1/2 orange
-salt
-black pepper
1. Cut the salmon into bite-sized pieces, arrange on a heatproof plate, and cover with foil
2. Bring a large pan of salted water to [...]
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Sunday, September 24th, 2006
Crunchy Cod
Ingredients:
-4 pieces cod fillet, skinned
-2 medium tomatoes, sliced
-1 cup fresh whole-wheat bread crumbs
-2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
-finely grated rind and juice of 1/2 lemon
-1 teaspoon sunflower oil
-salt
-black pepper
1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F
2. Arrange the cod fillets in a wide dish
3. Arrange the tomato slices on top
4. Mix together the bread crumbs, fresh [...]
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Sunday, September 24th, 2006
Tuna and Corn Fish Cakes
Ingredients:
-1 1/4 cups cooked mashed potatoes
-7 oz can tuna in oil, drained
-1/4 cup canned corn kernels
-2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
-1 cup bread crumbs
-salt
-black ground pepper
1. Place the mashed potatoes in a bowl and stir in the tuna, corn kernels, and chopped parsley
2. Season to taste with salt and pepper, then shape into eight patty shapes [...]
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Friday, September 22nd, 2006
Chicken Mango Spinach Salad
Ingredients:
-1 bag (10 oz.) baby spinach leaves
-1 medium mango, peeled, sliced
-1 medium avocado, peeled, sliced
-1 small red onion, thinly sliced
-2/3 cup Kraft Light Raspberry Vinaigrette Dressing
-2 cups cooked chicken strips
1. Toss spinach with mango, avocado and onion in large bowl
2. Add dressing and mix lightly
3. Spoon onto 5 plates
4. Top with chicken
6. Serve immediately
No Comments » - Posted in Salads by Svetlana
Sunday, September 10th, 2006
Tuna and Corn Fish Cakes
Ingredients:
-1 1/4 cups cooked mashed potatoes
-7 oz can tuna, drained
-1/4 cup canned corn kernels
-2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
-1 cup fresh whole-wheat bread crumbs
-salt and black pepper
-lemon wedges to serve
1. Place the mashed potatoes in a bowl and stir in the tuna, corn kernels, and chopped parsley
2. Season to taste with salt and pepper, then shape [...]
No Comments » - Posted in Seafood by Svetlana
Sunday, September 10th, 2006
Turkey Spirals
Ingredients:
-4 thinly sliced turkey breasts, about 3 1/2 oz each
-4 teaspoons tomato paste
-1/2 cup large basil leaves
-1 garlic clove, crushed
-1 tablespoon skim milk
-2 tablespoons whole-wheat flour
-salt and black pepper for seasoning
-fresh tomato sauce, to serve
1. Place the turkey breasts on a board and flatten them slightly with a rolling pin
2. Spread each turkey breast with [...]
No Comments » - Posted in Poultry by Svetlana
Sunday, September 10th, 2006
Beef and Mushroom Burgers
Ingredients:
-1 small onion, chopped
-2 cups small cup mushrooms
-1 pound lean ground beef
-1 cup fresh whole-wheat bread crumbs
-1 teaspoon mixed herbs
-1 tablespoon tomato paste
-flour, for shaping
-salt and black pepper to taste
1. Place the onion and mushrooms in a food processor and process until finely chopped
2. Add the beef, bread crumbs, herbs, tomato paste and seasonings
3. Process [...]
No Comments » - Posted in Main Dishes by Svetlana
Sunday, September 10th, 2006
Salmon Parcels
Ingredients:
-3 1/2 oz can red or pink salmon
-1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
-4 scallions, finely chopped
-4 sheets fila pastry
-oil for brushing
-scallions and lettuce to serve
1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F
2. Lightly oil a baking sheet
3. Drain the salmon, discarding any skin and bones, then place in a bowl
4. Flake the salmon with a fork [...]
No Comments » - Posted in Appetizers, Seafood by Svetlana
Sunday, September 10th, 2006
Chinese Garlic Mushrooms
Ingredients:
-8 large open cup mushrooms
-3 scallions, sliced
-1 garlic clove, crushed
-2 tablespoons soy sauce
-10 oz packet marinated tofu, diced
-7 oz can corn, drained
-2 tablespoons sesame oil
-salt
-black pepper
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F
2. Finely chop the mushroom stalks and mix with the scallions, garlic, and soy sauce
3. Stir in the diced marinated tofu and corn, season [...]
No Comments » - Posted in Appetizers by Svetlana
Sunday, September 10th, 2006
Tilapia Parmesan
Ingredients:
-1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
-1/4 cup butter, softened
-3 tablespoons mayonnaise
-2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
-1/4 teaspoon dried basil
-1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
-1/8 teaspoon onion powder
-1/8 teaspoon celery salt
-2 pounds tilapia fillets
1. Preheat your oven’s broiler
2. Grease a broiling pan or line pan with aluminum foil
3. In a small bowl, mix together the Parmesan cheese, butter, mayonnaise and [...]
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Sunday, September 10th, 2006
Chicken Gyros
Ingredients:
-3 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1/2 inch strips
-2 tablespoons ketchup
-2 tablespoons olive oil
-1 1/2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
-1 teaspoon dried oregano
-1 teaspoon mustard powder
-1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder, or to taste
-4 pita breads, cut in half
-2 cups mixed salad greens
-1 cup plain yogurt
1. Place the chicken strips in a broiling pan
2. [...]
No Comments » - Posted in Sandwiches/Wraps by Svetlana
Saturday, September 9th, 2006
Smoked Salmon Pasta
Ingredients:
-5 ounces smoked salmon, cut into small pieces
-1 onion, chopped
-1 clove crushed garlic
-2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
-3/4 cup prepared basil pesto sauce
-3 tablespoons tomato paste
-2 tablespoons olive oil
-1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
-1/4 cup water
-8 ounces spaghetti
1. Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling water until al dente
2, In a skillet, heat olive oil over [...]