Baked Zucchini Bites

Much healthier than fried zucchini, these crispy little bites make yummy snack served with lite ranch dressing or as a side dish.

 

Ingredients:

1. 2 Medium Zucchini, Cut Into 1/4-Inch Slices

2. 1/2 Cup Seasoned Bread Crumbs

3. 1/8 Teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper

4. 1/8 Teaspoon Freshly Salt

5. 21/2 Tablespoons Grated Parmesan Cheese

6. 2 Egg Whites

 

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 475 Degree F

2. In one small bow, stir together the bread crumbs, pepper, salt and parmesan cheese. Place the egg whites in a separate bowl.

3. Dip zucchini slices into egg whites, then coat in the breadcrumbs. Place on a greased baking sheet.

4. Bake 5 minutes in the oven, then turn and bake another 5-10 minutes, until browned and crispy.

5. Serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing.

 

ENJOY!!!





Beef And Broccoli Lo Mein

Ingredients:
1. 1 Teaspoon Olive Oil
2. 1 Tablespoon Canola Oil
3. 3 Cups Broccoli, Chopped
4. 1.5 Cups Onion, Chopped
5. 3 Teaspoons Fresh Ginger Root
6. 12 Oz. New York Strip Steak, Thinly Sliced
7. 1/4 Cup Beef Broth
8. 3 Tablespoons Soy Sauce
9. 6 Teaspoons Brown Sugar
10. 1/2 Teaspoon Oyster Sauce
11. 1 Tablespoon Sesame Seeds
12. Lo Mein Pasta or Whole Wheat Pasta 1 Package

Directions:
1. Cook pasta. Drain. Return to pot. Toss with olive oil and sesame seeds, set aside.
2. Heat canola oil in skillet. Stir fry broccoli, onion. Add ginger and garlic. Add steak, cook for around 5-10 minutes depending on degree of steak wanting cooked.
3. In a small bowl mix the broth, soy sauce, brown sugar and oyster sauce. Add to skillet. Toss in pasta.
4. Serve with your favorite side dish!


ENJOY!!!

Homemade Tortilla Chips And Salsa

Salsa Ingredients:
1. 2 Medium Tomatoes
2. 1 Cup Onions
3. 1 Lime
4. 2 Tablespoons Cilantro
5. Dash Salt and Freshly Ground Pepper
6. 1/2 Cup Green Chili Peppers

Directions:
1. First, ingredients must be fresh. Find a pepper that is the right amount of spice for your taste. You can also use green onions or the entire onion including the green for a slightly greener taste.
2. Place onions, garlic, and tomatoes into a food processor and blend well. Add fresh cilantro, salt, pepper, lime and pulse gently.
3. Refrigerate over night and serve. Delicious with homemade tortilla chips (see recipe) or serve on boiled eggs for a healthy snack.

Tortilla Chip Ingredients:
1. 12 (6) inch Corn Tortilla
2. 1 Tablespoon Canola Oil
3. Salt To Taste

Directions:
1. Heat oven to 400 degrees F
2. Using a pastry brush, lightly coat both sides of each tortilla with oil.
3. Stack tortilla and cut them into quarters.
4. Spread chips in a single layer on a cookie sheet, season with salt.
5. Bake until crisp and golden, about 12-16 minutes.

ENJOY!!!

Monica's Honey Glaze Chicken With Cheesy Hashbrowns

The most delicious, moist and tender chicken you will ever eat that is fast and simple to put together. This recipe is a favorite of my husbands and daughters and was created by my very best friend, Monica Felix. Prefect for dinner or as a party favorite.

Chicken Ingredients:
1. 2 Pounds Chicken Legs, Skins Remove
2. Poultry Seasoning
3. Salt
4. Freshly Ground Black Pepper

(HONEY GLAZE):
1. 1 Cup Ketchup
2. 3/4 Cup Brown Sugar
3. 1/2 Cup Honey
4. 1/4 Cup Grape Jelly

Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F
2. Remove skin from each chicken leg and wash with warm water
3. Place on a baking sheet and sprinkle with poultry seasoning, salt and pepper
4. Bake in the oven for 45-50 minutes turning once
5. 15 Minutes into cooking spread each chicken leg with honey glaze and continue cooking
6. Remove and spread with additional glaze, serve.

Cheesy Hash Browns Ingredients:
1. 1 Bag Frozen Or Fresh Hash Browns Potato Squares
2. 2 Slices Velvet a Cheese
3. 1 Cup Mixed Red and Green Peppers, Finely Chopped
4. 1/2 Cup Onions, Finely Chopped
5. 2 Tablespoons Taco Seasoning
6. Salt and Pepper To Taste
7. 2 Tablespoons Butter

Directions:
1. If frozen, defrost but prefer fresh. Add potatoes, onions and bell peppers with salt and pepper to a large skillet and cook till soften and brown.
2. Add butter, taco seasoning and continue browning about 5 minutes. Do not over cook.
3. Chop up cheese and add to potatoes during the last few minutes, melt through and serve.

ENJOY!!!

Grilled Cheeseburger With Baked Seasoned French Fries

French Fries Ingredients:
1. 4 Medium Potatoes, Skins On
2. Olive Oil Cooking Spray
3. Seasoning Optional (add your preference)
Ground Black Pepper
Salt
Garlic Powder
Seasoning Salt
Old Bay Seasoning
Mrs. Dash
The Possibilities Are Endless!

Directions:
1. Wash potatoes and cut into 'French fry' strips.
2. Put in a large bowl, spray lightly with cooking spray and toss. Add seasoning of your choice.
3. Spray a light coating of cooking spray on a baking sheet and lay potato strips in a single layer.
4. Bake at 450 degrees F, turning frequently, until done (keep In longer if you prefer them crisp)


Serve with Burger and....

ENJOY!!!

Southern Style Meatloaf And Creamy Mashed Potatoes

Meatloaf Ingredients:
1. 1 1/2 Pounds Lean Ground Beef
2. 1 Cup Onion, Finely Chopped
3. 1/4 Cup Light Zesty Italian Dressing
4. 2 Egg Whites
5. 1 6 Oz. Package Stuffing Mix
6. 3/4 Cup Ketchup, Divided
7. 1 Cup Water

Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 375 Degrees F.
2. Cook onion in Italian dressing on medium heat 8-10 minutes, remove from heat and set aside to cool.
3. Combine ground beef with 1/4 cup of ketchup, onion mixture, stuffing mix, water and egg whites.
4. Put meat mixture in a loaf pan and form loaf. Spread remaining ketchup on top of meat and bake 55-60 minutes or until 160 degrees inside temperature.

* Serve With Mashed Potatoes Or With Mashed Cauliflower For a Healthier Option. (

Homemade Fresh Dill Pickles

Ingredients: (Per Jar)
1. Cucumbers (Homegrown Are The Best)
2. 2 Tablespoons Salt
3. 2 Garlic Cloves, Whole
4. 4-5 Sprigs Fresh Dill
5. Hot, Boiling Water To Top (Seals)
6. Pickle Jars and New Lids

Directions:
1. Arrange all ingredients for easily assembly
2. Clean and slice cucumbers in desired manner and so that they fit best, place in jars.
3. Add equal ingredients for numbers 2, 3, 4, in each jar.
4. Boil needed amount of water and carefully add water to each jar and seal. Do not move until jars cool off to allow seal process to take place.
5. Allow to stay sealed for at least 1 week to 1 month or longer.

ENJOY!!!