[CnD] Please help me!!
I am needing to have to change my diet asap. I am now on blood pressure med but in good health. Can someone direct me to a comprehensive Mediterranean recipe site? I greatly appreciate it. Andy Andrew J. LaPointe Commissioner, Salem Commission on Disabilities President, Friends of the Salem Council on Aging 34 Raymond Ave. Salem, MA. 01970 978-745-4289 e-mail alapoint...@comcast.net ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] Using Fresh Garlic
I really don't remember. Jan - Original Message - From: Lora Leggett kc8...@comcast.net To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Saturday, February 27, 2010 2:47 AM Subject: Re: [CnD] Using Fresh Garlic Unless you already answered it in a later email, I am wondering how much that garlic press thing is. Lora - Original Message - From: Jan Bailey jb021...@keycomputing.net To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Friday, February 26, 2010 9:46 AM Subject: Re: [CnD] Using Fresh Garlic I bought a garlic press from QVC. First you roll the garlic clove in the rubber sheet, and it removes the skin. Then you put it in the tall cylindrical thing and put the cap on that has a long cylinder in it and it presses the garlic. Then you unscrew the bottom and you have wonderfully pressed garlic, gut I don't remember the name of the device. Jan - Original Message - From: E. Squared esquared...@gmail.com To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Friday, February 26, 2010 8:37 AM Subject: Re: [CnD] Using Fresh Garlic Hi, Judie. i use my fingers to remove only the outer skin which feels a bit like paper. I find it helpful to peel from the bottom of the clove (where it was attached to the base) and work my way up. If the base is completely removed, you will see a small indentation on the bottom of the clove where you can start peeling. It helps to use a fingernail to start peeling. If I am having some trouble removing some skin, I hold the clove of garlic with my thumbs and forefingers and either do a slight twisting motion (my hands twisting in opposite directions) or apply a small amount of pressure as if I were trying to break it in half. I hope that this was helpful and not confusing. Smile! Have a good weekend. Elizabeth A strong nation, like a strong person, can afford to be gentle, firm, thoughtful, and restrained. It can afford to extend a helping hand to others. It is a weak nation, like a weak person, that must behave with bluster and boasting and rashness and other signs of insecurity.--Jimmy Carter - Original Message - From: Judy Hansen jmh...@bellsouth.net To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Friday, February 26, 2010 7:53 AM Subject: [CnD] Using Fresh Garlic I'd appreciate some help with preparing garlic for use. How much do you peel off before chopping? Any other tips for preparation would be appreciated. Blessings, Judie ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
[CnD] Hamburger Stroganoff
Hamburger Stroganoff Add a tossed green salad and sautéed red and green bell pepper strips for a satisfying family-friendly meal. Yield: 6 servings (serving size: about 1/2 cup stroganoff, 2/3 cup pasta, and 1 1/2 teaspoons parsley) Ingredients · 8 ounces uncooked medium egg noodles · 1 teaspoon olive oil · 1 pound ground beef, extra lean · 1 cup prechopped onion · 1 teaspoon bottled minced garlic · 1 (8-ounce) package presliced cremini mushrooms · 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour · 1 cup fat-free, less-sodium beef broth · 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt · 1/8 teaspoon black pepper · 3/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream · 1 tablespoon dry sherry · 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley Preparation 1. Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. Drain and rinse under cold water; drain. 2. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef to pan; cook 4 minutes or until browned, stirring to crumble. Add onion, garlic, and mushrooms to pan; cook 4 minutes or until most of liquid evaporates, stirring frequently. Sprinkle with flour; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Stir in broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 1 minute or until slightly thick. Stir in salt and pepper. 3. Remove from heat. Stir in sour cream and sherry. Serve over pasta. Sprinkle with parsley. Nutritional Information Calories: 322 (27% from fat) Fat: 9.8g (sat 4.4g,mono 3.5g,poly 1.1g) Protein: 23.9g Carbohydrate: 35.1g Fiber: 2.1g Cholesterol: 82mg Iron: 3.2mg Sodium: 541mg Calcium: 70mg ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
[CnD] Mediterranean Chicken Hero with Yogurt Sauce
Mediterranean Chicken Hero with Yogurt Sauce 4 chicken breast halves, skinned and boned 3 tablespoons light olive oil 1 teaspoon soy sauce 1/4 teaspoon dried basil, crushed 1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram, crushed 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed 1 loaf (4x18-inch) unsliced French bread 1/4 cup softened reduced calorie margarine 1 large garlic clove, minced 1 small green pepper, sliced thin 1 small sweet red pepper, sliced thin 1 small yellow pepper, sliced thin 1/4 cup sliced black olives 1 large shallot, sliced thin Yogurt Sauce: recipe follows 3 tablespoons sliced almonds Place chicken between 2 pieces of wax paper and gently pound to 1/4-inch thickness. In small bowl, mix olive oil and soy sauce. Add chicken, turning to coat. Place chicken on broiler pan; sprinkle with basil, marjoram and rosemary. Set oven temperature at Broil and place rack so chicken is about 6 inches from heat. Broil, turning, about 12 minutes or until chicken is light brown and fork can be inserted with ease. Remove chicken from oven; set aside and keep warm. Cut bread in half lengthwise. Hollow bottom half of loaf, leaving at least 1/2-inch crust. In small dish, mix margarine and garlic; spread on inside of bread. Place on broiler pan and broil until brown; remove from oven. Arrange chicken, green pepper, red pepper, yellow pepper, olives and shallots on bread. Spoon 1/2 of Yogurt Sauce over all. Garnish with sliced almonds. Cut in 6 parts. Serve remaining Yogurt Sauce in separate bowl. Yogurt Sauce: In medium bowl, mix together: 1 cup plain low-fat yogurt 2 tablespoons country Dijon mustard 4 teaspoons honey Servings: 6 From: Aleta Van Kampen Source: National Chicken Council ___ ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
[CnD] Italian White Beans with Chicken
Italian White Beans with Chicken Daily Recipe Swap at Recipelink.com From: Gladys/PR 1-18-2005 1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil 1 tablespoon chopped fresh or 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves 1 clove garlic, finely chopped 2 cups cut-up cooked chicken or turkey 1/2 cup chopped drained oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes 1/4 cup sliced ripe olives 2 cans (15 to 16 ounces each) great northern beans, rinsed and drained Heat oil in 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Cook basil and garlic in oil 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in remaining ingredients. Cook, stirring frequently, until hot. Serve over pasta or rice. Servings: 4 ___ ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
[CnD] Crockpot Sweet and Saucy Chicken
Crockpot Sweet and Saucy Chicken 6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 2 cups salsa 1/3 cup brown sugar 2 Tablespoons honey dijon mustard 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. 2. Combine all ingredients and place in 13x9 pan. 3. Bake at 350 degrees F. for 40-45 minutes until chicken is thoroughly cooked. __._,_.___ ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
[CnD] North Pole Granola Bars
North Pole Granola Bars 1/4 cup butter or margarine, softened 3/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar 1/2 cup crunchy peanut butter 1/4 cup corn syrup 1 egg 1 tsp. vanilla 3/4 cup flour 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1-1/2 cups quick cooking oats 1/2 to 3/4 cup raisins 1 package (6-oz.) chopped dried fruit 1/2 cup chopped peanuts (or fruit and nut mixture) 1/4 to 1/3 cup sunflower seeds (optional) Preheat oven to 325. Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with aluminum foil, extending foil over ends of pan. Lightly grease foil. In a medium bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Add peanut butter, corn syrup, egg, and vanilla; beat until smooth. In a small bowl, combine flour and baking powder. Add dry ingredients to creamed mixture; stir until a soft dough forms. Stir in oats, fruit, and peanuts and sunflower seeds. Press mixture into prepared pan. Bake for 30 to 33 minutes or until firm and lightly browned. Cool in pan. Use ends of foil to lift from pan. Cut into 2x4-inch bars. Wrap individually or store in an airtight container. Recipe source: Christmas Gifts of Good Taste, Volume 4, by Leisure Arts. __._,_.___ ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
[CnD] Frozen Strawberry Margarita Pie
Frozen Strawberry Margarita Pie 1 1/4 c. finely crushed pretzel crumbs 1/2 c. plus 2 T. butter, melted 1/4 c. sugar 1 (14-ounce) can Eagle Brand Sweetened Condensed Milk 1 c. chopped fresh or frozen unsweetened strawberries, thawed 1/4 c. fresh squeezed lime juice 3 to 4 T. tequila 2 T. triple sec or other orange-flavored liqueur 2 to 4 drops red food coloring, optional (don't use too much) 1 c. (1/2) pint whipped cream, whipped Combine pretzel crumbs, margarine and sugar, press firmly on bottom and up side of lightly butered 9 pie plate. In large bowl, combine sweetened condensed milk, strawberries, lime juice, tequila, triple sec and food coloring. Fold in whipped cream. Pour into prepared crust. Freeze overnight for best results. Garnish with fresh whipped cream, sliced strawberries and lime slices. MARGARITA PIE: Omit the strawberries and red food coloring. Increase lime juice to 1/3 c. Proceed as above, freeze overnight. Garnish with fresh whipped cream, thinly sliced orange slices, thinly sliced lime slices. __._,_.___ ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
[CnD] Northern Exposure Chicken Burgers with Apple Yogurt Sauce
Northern Exposure Chicken Burgers with Apple Yogurt Sauce 1 pound ground chicken breast 1/2 cup cooked wild or brown rice 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper Apple Yogurt Sauce (recipe follows) 4 sandwich buns 4 teaspoons margarine parsley sprigs apple slices dipped in lemon juice In medium bowl, mix together chicken, cooked rice, nutmeg, salt and pepper. Divide into 4 patties. Place on broiler pan and broil, about 4 inches from heat, about 5 minutes per side. Spread margarine lightly on inside of buns and toast in oven. Place chicken on toasted buns and spoon on Apple Yogurt Sauce. Garnish with parsley sprigs and apple slices. Apple Yogurt Sauce: In small bowl, mix together: 1/2 cup plain yogurt 1/4 cup chopped unpeeled apple 2 tablespoons chopped toasted pecans 1 tablespoon chopped parsley 1/2 teaspoon apple pie seasoning Servings: 4 From: Gloria Kirchman, Eden Prairie, MN Source: National Chicken Council ___ ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
[CnD] Slow Cooker Green Beans, Ham and Potatoes
Slow Cooker Green Beans, Ham and Potatoes Prep Time: 30 Min Cook Time: 4 Hrs Ready In: 4 Hrs 30 Min Servings: 10 2 pounds fresh green beans, rinsed and trimmed 1 large onion, chopped 3 ham hocks 1 1/2 pounds new potatoes, quartered 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon seasoning salt 1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules ground black pepper to taste Halve beans if they are large, place in a slow cooker with water to barely cover, and add onion and ham hocks. Cover, and cook on High until simmering. Reduce heat to Low, and cook for 2 to 3 hours, or until beans are crisp but not done. Add potatoes, and cook for another 45 minutes. While potatoes are cooking, remove ham hocks from slow cooker, and remove meat from bones. Chop or shred meat, and return to slow cooker. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, seasoning salt, bouillon, and pepper. Cook until potatoes are done, then adjust seasoning to taste. To serve, use a slotted spoon to put beans, potatoes, and ham into a serving dish with a little broth. ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] pancakes
This sounds like something out of a Sci Fi horror movie! I'll drop dead before I start spraying glop into a frying pan and calling it food. Using a frozen whip cream topping is as far as I'll even *think* of going when it comes to this processed crap they call food. CB: The Old Leather Bat - Original Message - From: Abby Vincent aevinc...@ca.rr.com To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Friday, February 26, 2010 8:14 PM Subject: [CnD] pancakes Has anyone tried a product called pancakes in a can? I heard the inventor of this product interviewed. I'm happy with dry pancake mixes, and will even make them from scratch. I've gotten them frozen and cooked them in my toaster. This product, however, comes in a spray can similar to cheese wiz or ready-whip. You prepare the pan, then spray the batter directly on it. Is this a welcome convenience or the epitome of laziness? If you've tried this product, please let me know how it turned out. Abby ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] Please help me!!
Go here. http://www.mediterranean-food-recipes.com/ Jan - Original Message - From: Andrew J. LaPointe alapoint...@comcast.net To: Cookinginthedark@Acbradio.Org cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Saturday, February 27, 2010 4:14 AM Subject: [CnD] Please help me!! I am needing to have to change my diet asap. I am now on blood pressure med but in good health. Can someone direct me to a comprehensive Mediterranean recipe site? I greatly appreciate it. Andy Andrew J. LaPointe Commissioner, Salem Commission on Disabilities President, Friends of the Salem Council on Aging 34 Raymond Ave. Salem, MA. 01970 978-745-4289 e-mail alapoint...@comcast.net ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] Crockpot Sweet and Saucy Chicken
These are oven directions. -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Jan Bailey Sent: Saturday, February 27, 2010 7:28 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: [CnD] Crockpot Sweet and Saucy Chicken Crockpot Sweet and Saucy Chicken 6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 2 cups salsa 1/3 cup brown sugar 2 Tablespoons honey dijon mustard 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. 2. Combine all ingredients and place in 13x9 pan. 3. Bake at 350 degrees F. for 40-45 minutes until chicken is thoroughly cooked. __._,_.___ ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 9.0.733 / Virus Database: 271.1.1/2708 - Release Date: 02/26/10 14:39:00 ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
[CnD] milk shake
hey :) anyone has any good recipees for milk shakes? - Ranveig ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] milk shake
Here's one I like to make... one packet vanilla or flavor of choice Carnation instant breakfast, 1 egg, 1 six-ounce carton strawberry or other flavored yogurt, a banana if you have one, perhaps a small scoop vanilla ice cream, 1 ice cube; milk. Put all in blender and blend. -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Ranveig (voiceofjoy) Sent: Saturday, February 27, 2010 7:53 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: [CnD] milk shake hey :) anyone has any good recipees for milk shakes? - Ranveig ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 9.0.733 / Virus Database: 271.1.1/2708 - Release Date: 02/27/10 14:34:00 ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
