Here’s my grandmother’s pumpkin pie recipe. The filling is so light and fluffy, almost like a pumpkin mousse. It’s always a big hit at our family gatherings. 1 can evaporated milk 1 14oz can pumpkin puree 3/4 cup brown sugar 1 tbsp butter (melted) 1/8 tsp salt 1 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp nutmeg 2 eggs-…
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Pork Tenderloin With Honey-Glazed Apples
Pork and apples compliment each other so well in this delicious pork tenderloin dish. Marinade 1/3 cup applesauce 1/4 cup honey, melted 2 tbsp soy sauce 2 tbsp vegetable oil 1 tsp dijon mustard 4 green onions, chopped 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger 2 lbs pork tenderloin Glazed Apples 1 tbsp…
Chicken Tetrazzini
This creamy chicken and pasta casserole is sure to please your family. 1 tablespoon olive oilCooking spray1/2 cup finely chopped onion1/2 cup finely chopped celery1 teaspoon minced garlic1 teaspoon fresh thyme1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper1/2 teaspoon salt5-6 cups sliced mushrooms (16 ounce package)1/4 cup dry sherry (or red wine)2 tablespoons butter1/3 cup all-purpose flour2 3/4…
Sugar Cookies
Start your Christmas baking with these soft and buttery sugar cookies. 2/3 cup butter, softened 3/4 cup sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 egg 1 tablespoon milk 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 cups all-purpose flour Powdered Sugar Icing (optional) Decorative sprinkles and/or small candies (optional) Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. In a…
Pumpkin Cake
Pumpkin cake made with healthy wheat germ, flax and whole wheat flour, topped with cinnamon cream cheese frosting. 1/2 cup oil 2 tsp vanilla 1/2 cup honey 1/2 cup brown sugar 2 eggs 1 cup pumpkin puree 1/4 cup wheat germ 2 tbsp flaxseed meal 1 cup whole wheat flour 3/4 cup white flour 1 tsp baking soda…
Apple Chips
A healthy snack that kids and grown-ups will love. 4 Gala apples Slice apples very thinly. You can peel and core them if you like but I didn’t. I placed my apples whole through a food processor with the slicer attachment. Line 2 baking sheet parchment paper and arrange apples on paper. Or line with aluminum…
Whole Chicken in a Crockpot
Here’s a super easy way to cook a whole chicken, and make chicken soup the next day. 1 small whole chicken 1 small onion paprika, seasoning salt, and garlic powder for seasoning Rinse the chicken and remove any bags from the cavity. Peel the onion and place the whole thing inside the cavity. If it doesn’t fit…
Fruit-Filled Mini Cereal Bars, Revisted
Food and Whine’s healthy cereal bars with a new and improved crust! Filling: 1/2 cup dates 1/2 cup blueberries 1/2 cup strawberries 1/4 cup water or juice Dough: 2 cups flour (all-purpose, whole wheat, or a combination) 1/2 tbsp baking powder 1/4 cup brown sugar 2 tbsp flaxseed meal 2 tbsp wheat germ 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 cup butter…
Low-Fat Cheesecake Squares
A nice light cheesecake, cut into squares for smaller portion sizes that are great for kids (or for adults watching their calories!). It’s delicious topped with fresh fruit. 1 1/2 cups crushed low-fat graham crackers 1 tbsp sugar 1 egg white 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese 1 cup low-fat sour cream 1 cup light cream…
Moroccan Lentil Pie
Lentils, cheese and Moroccan spices wrapped in a delicate phyllo crust. 4 cups of Lentil and Vegetable Tagine4 sheets phyllo pastry1 tsp butter, melted2 tsp olive oil1 cup feta cheese1/4 cup parmesan cheese2 eggs1 tsp parsley flakes Spray a 2-quart round glass baking dish with cookiing spray. Overlap sheets of phyllo across the dish to…
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