Thursday, March 26, 2015

Pumpkin French Toast Muffins with Cinnamon Streusel Topping

Pumpkin French Toast Muffins with Cinnamon Streusel Topping

Ingredients

  • 1 (16 oz) loaf 2-day old Italian or French bread, trimmed of ends and cut into 3/4-inch cubes
  • 1 2/3 cup milk (I used 1%)
  • 7 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup canned or fresh pumpkin puree
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 Tbsp granulated sugar
  • 2 Tbsp packed light-brown sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp ground ginger
  • Maple syrup, for serving
  • Streusel topping

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup cold butter (preferably salted), diced into cubes
  • 2 Tbsp granulated sugar
  • 2 Tbsp packed light-brown sugar
  • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon 
 See full instructions : www.cookingclassy.com

Wednesday, March 25, 2015

Pumpkin Doughnuts

Pumpkin Doughnuts

Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cup + 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour (measure 2 cups remove 2 Tbsp)
  • 1 3/4 tsp baking powder
  • 1 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3/4 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp ground ginger
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup packed light-brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup canola oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups canned pumpkin puree
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Coating

  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon

 See full instructions : http://www.cookingclassy.com/

Tuesday, March 24, 2015

Berry Avocado Quinoa and Kale Salad with Honey-Lime Poppy Seed Dressing

Berry Avocado Quinoa and Kale Salad with Honey-Lime Poppy Seed Dressing

Ingredients

    Dressing

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup canola oil
  • 1 tsp lime zest
  • 3 1/2 Tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 2 1/2 Tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp dijon mustard
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp poppy seeds
  • Salad

  • 2 cups cooked quinoa (about 2/3 cup dry)
  • 1 cup sliced almonds, toasted
  • 9 oz baby kale or baby spinach
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh raspberries
  • 2 medium avocados, peeled, cored and diced
  • 5 oz feta cheese, crumbled 

See full instructions : http://www.cookingclassy.com/

Monday, March 23, 2015

Creamy Ham Potato and Corn Chowder

Creamy Ham Potato and Corn Chowder

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked ham, diced into small cubes (I used left over ham roast, ham steak works too)
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 5 1/2 Tbsp butter, divided
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced (1 1/2 cups)
  • 2 carrots, peeled and diced (3/4 cup)
  • 2 celery stalks, diced (3/4 cup)
  • 2 (14.5 oz) cans low-sodium chicken broth
  • 5 medium red potatoes (1 3/4 lb), diced into 3/4-inch cubes
  • 3/4 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh corn kernels (or frozen)
  • 1/4 cup + 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups milk
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or heavy cream (I've tried and like both versions)
  • Chives for topping

See full instructions : http://www.cookingclassy.com/

Taco Soup

Taco Soup

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 lbs lean ground beef
  • 1 medium yellow onion chopped (1 1/2 cups)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 jalapeno, seeded and finely chopped (optional)*
  • 2 (14.5 oz) cans diced tomatoes with green chiles
  • 1 (14 oz) can low-sodium beef broth
  • 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
  • 1 Tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 3/4 tsp ground paprika
  • 1/4 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp dry ranch dressing mix
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups frozen corn
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
  • Toppings

  • Shredded Mexican blend cheese, chopped green or red onions, diced avocados and corn tortilla strips/chips 

See full instructions : http://www.cookingclassy.com/

Sunday, March 22, 2015

One-Pot Red Beans and Rice

One-Pot Red Beans and Rice

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 pound cajun smoked sausage (andouille) or other smoked sausage, sliced into ½-inch pieces
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 green pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 1 rib celery, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2½ cups chicken broth
  • 2 (15.5-ounce) cans red beans (or red kidney beans), drained and rinsed
  • 2 cups of instant rice
  • creole seasoning

See full instructions : southernbite.com

Saturday, March 21, 2015

DOUBLE BERRY PUFF PANCAKE

DOUBLE BERRY PUFF PANCAKE

INGREDIENTS:


  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup Gold Medal® All-Purpose Flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated white sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup blueberries
  • 1/2 cup halved raspberries
  • powdered sugar, syrup and/or freshly whipped cream for topping

See full instructions : www.recipegirl.com

Friday, March 20, 2015

Avocado Quesadillas (vegan)

Avocado Quesadillas (vegan)

Ingredients

  • 1/2 avocado, more if you prefer
  • 1 small roma tomato, diced
  • 1 green onion, sliced
  • 2 tsp. nutritional yeast
  • Seasonings of choice (I love smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, etc.)
  • Salsa (optional)
  • 1 large tortilla

See full instructions : www.thegardengrazer.com

Wednesday, March 18, 2015

7-Layer Mexican Dip

7-Layer Mexican Dip

Ingredients

  •     2 lbs lean ground beef
  •     2 packets (1 oz each) taco seasoning mix
  •     1 (16 oz) can refried beans
  •     1 (12 oz) container sour cream
  •     4 medium to large avocados
  •     Juice of half a lime
  •     ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  •     1 small red onion, chopped
  •     ½ tsp kosher salt
  •     ½ tsp garlic powder
  •     ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
  •     4 vine ripened tomatoes, seeded and diced
  •     2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
  •     1 bunch fresh green onions, sliced
  •     1 (2.25 oz) can sliced black olives, drained

See full instructions : www.chewoutloud.com

Tuesday, March 17, 2015

Crock Pot Thursday Chicken Broccoli Alfredo

Crock Pot Thursday Chicken Broccoli Alfredo

Ingredients


  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1/2 tsp coarse salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 2 jars Alfredo sauce
  • 1 (12 ounce) bag frozen broccoli cuts
  • 1/2 pound bowtie pasta, cooked
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan, for garnish

See full instructions : funnyisfamily.com

Cheeseburger Pie

Cheeseburger Pie

Ingredients


  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 3 Tablespoons onion powder
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 16oz shredded cheddar cheese
  • Salt and Pepper to taste


See full instructions : www.somedayilllearn.com

Saturday, March 14, 2015

Low Carb Philly Cheesesteak Casserole

Low Carb Philly Cheesesteak Casserole

Ingredients


  • 2 tablespoons of coconut oil
  • 3 medium onions sliced
  • 3 bell peppers; sliced
  • 1 tsp of garlic
  • 1 tsp of salt
  • 1 tablespoon of Italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp of crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 packages of Hormel All Natural Beef slices; cut into strips (you can use another brand equalling 12 oz of meat)
  • 1 large box of sliced mushrooms
  • 1 package of Swiss cheese slices
See full instructions : www.grassfedmama.com

Friday, March 13, 2015

Skillet Basil Cream Chicken

Skillet Basil Cream Chicken

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup Milk
  • ¼ cup Dry bread crumbs
  • 1 pound Boneless skinless chicken breast; 4 halves
  • 3 tablespoons Butter
  • ½ cup Chicken broth
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • 1 can (4 oz) Pimentos
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes, or 1 can diced tomatoes
  • ¼ cup Basil; fresh, minced (i also added some dry basil)
  • ½ cup Parmesan; grated
  • 2 tablespoons boursin cheese
  • ⅛ teaspoon Pepper
See full instructions : www.thecookierookie.com

 

 

Tuesday, March 10, 2015

Easy Homemade Bounty aka Mounds

Easy Homemade Bounty aka Mounds

Ingredients:


  • 15 oz milk cooking chocolate
  • 3 cups shredded coconut
  • 1 cup sweetened condensed milk

See full recipes on : notenoughcinnamon.com

Baby Back Ribs Fall off the Bone Recipe

Baby Back Ribs Fall off the Bone Recipe

Ingredients


  • 5 pounds baby back ribs
  • salt & pepper
  • 1/2 cup Thai sweet chili sauce

See full recipes on : www.steamykitchen.com 

Saturday, March 7, 2015

Candy Cane Christmas Tree Cupcakes

Candy Cane Christmas Tree Cupcakes

Ingredients:

  • Cupcakes
  • Sugar Cones
  • White Candy Melts
  • White Sugar crystals
  • Frosting
  • Pink Sugar crystals
  • Candy Canes
  • Fondant
  • Icing colors (I used Wilton Dusty Rose & )
  • Snowflake Sprinkles
  • Confetti Sprinkles


See full recipes on : www.bakerella.com

Wednesday, March 4, 2015

Cauliflower Pizza Crust with Roasted Vegetables and Goat Cheese

Cauliflower Pizza Crust with Roasted Vegetables and Goat Cheese

Ingredients:

For the cauliflower crust:


  • 1 small head of cauliflower, florets removed
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 egg

For the topping:


  • 3 teaspoons olive oil, divided
  • ½ small red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1/3 cup broccoli florets
  • ¼ small red onion, sliced
  • 1/3 cup baby bella mushrooms, sliced
  • ¼ cup pizza sauce of your choice (you could also use pesto!)
  • ½ cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
  • 1 ounce goat cheese, crumbled

See full recipes on : www.domesticate-me.com

Tuesday, March 3, 2015

Baked Chicken Parmesan

Baked Chicken Parmesan

Ingredients:


  • 4 (about 8 oz each) chicken breast, fat trimmed, sliced in half to make 8
  • 3/4 cup seasoned breadcrumbs (I used whole wheat)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp butter, melted (or olive oil)
  • 3/4 cup reduced fat mozzarella cheese (I used Polly-o)
  • 1 cup marinara or Filetto di Pomodoro
  • cooking spray


See full recipes on : skinnytaste.com 

Pasta Alla Vodka

Pasta Alla Vodka

Ingredients


  • 1 pound Pasta
  • 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 2 Tablespoons Butter
  • 1 whole Medium Onion, Chopped Finely
  • 2 cloves (to 3 Cloves) Garlic, Chopped
  • 3/4 cups (to 1 Cup) Vodka
  • 1 can (About 14 Oz.) Tomato Puree
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1 pinch Red Pepper Flakes
  • 1/4 teaspoon (to 1/2 Teaspoon) Salt
  • Freshly Ground Black Pepper, To Taste
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese


See full recipes on : thepioneerwoman.com 

Monday, March 2, 2015

Spinach and Artichoke Dip Pasta

Spinach and Artichoke Dip Pasta


Ingredients:



  • 1 pound penne pasta
  • 8 ounces bacon ends & pieces, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced 
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 2 cups milk 
  • 1 (10-ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, defrosted and drained
  • 1 (14-ounce) can artichoke hearts, chopped
  • Few grates of fresh nutmeg
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded pepper jack, divided
  • 1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan, divided



See full instructions on : damndelicious.net