WHAT YOU WILL NEED :
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
LETS SEE WHAT WE CAN DO WITH A LITTLE FREEZER COOKING ... ITALIAN TO THE TABLE IN 15MINS USING YOUR FREEZER COOKING GOODIES !
Freezer cooking is a must have in houses with lg families and busy schedules , its so much healthier and generally very cost effective . When you begin freezer cooking it is going to take some time and you are going to spend a little more at the front end but a healthy home and a healthy family is what life really is about ... plus once you have it homemade canned just isnt the same !
GARDEN FRESH PASTA SAUCE
WHAT YOU WILL NEED :
3 lg jars of tomato sauce
2 lg jars of tomato paste
1 lg jar of tomato puree
2 cans crushed tomatos
1 package fresh sliced mushrooms
1 bunch green onions (diced)
1 container lipton tomato herb soup (ready to serve)
garlic powder
oregano
sweet basil
parsley
italian seasoning
DIRECTIONS :
Get your lg stock pot out if your gonna pay attention or do this in your slow cooker ,if you burn it you'll know it ! Place all your liquid and fresh vegetables in the pan (yep its that simple) now my family is heavy with the seasonings but you know what your family likes so you decide on the seasonings yourself ! If you choose to use a crock pot then set it on the lowest setting and if you use a stick pot low low low heat n stir cook it all day atleast 6hrs . When your finished jar the sauce and freeze it !
ORCHARD FRESH APPLESAUCE
WHAT YOU WILL NEED :
6 pounds apples - peeled, cored and chopped
6cups water
1 1/4 cup white sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
cinnamon to taste
DIRECTIONS :
In your crock pot place all your ingredients and turn on the high (usually 4 hr setting) if there is any water remaining drain it (this depends on your apple choice usually ) the sugar and cinnamon has already cooked into the fruit so dont worry . Hand mash to the texture your family enjoys ! Refridgerate what applesauce you will use immediately and ziploc freeze the rest , your holiday guest will thank you ! (fyi my children looooove this)
DEEP FRIED 3 CHEESE TORTELLINI
WHAT YOU WILL NEED :
1 package fresh from your deli 3 cheese stuffed tortellini
1 container italian bread crumbs
1 container parmesan cheese
2 eggs
DIRECTIONS :
Boil the tortellini according to the package directions , drain and cool . Drop the tortellini into the egg and then into the breading mixture , fully coat ! Deep fry at 350 for about 1 min til the breading is golden brown . Serve with your favorite dipping sauce .
HUCKLEBERRY LEMON SCONES
HUCKLEBERRY LEMON SCONES
Lets talk scones =) ok so we loved the scones , but if your expecting your average run of the mill scone these are not it ! First and foremost normally scones are harder than these were (yes i followed the recipe) secondly these are very moist so they dont flake , that didnt bother us we loved them . These make for an amazing breakfast dish served along side some fresh fruit and yogurt .
WHAT YOU WILL NEED :
DIRECTIONS :
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet.
- Whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl. Using a pastry blender, cut in butter and lemon juice until evenly mixed and slightly crumbly. Whisk together the eggs and half-and-half in a small bowl; add 3/4 teaspoons lemon zest with the egg mixture to flour mixture, and mix gently just until well blended and forming a dough. Fold in the huckleberries.
- Divide dough in half, and on a floured surface, shape each half into a ball, then flatten slightly. Cut each round into six wedges; place on prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until tops are golden brown, about 12 minutes. Whisk together powdered sugar and lemon juice to make a glaze. Drizzle glaze on cooled scones. Sprinkle with remaining lemon zest for garnish.
Thursday, September 9, 2010
BEARS @ the BEACH
Bears @ the Beach
These were a cute idea my sister found and they arent as hard as they seem .We made theses cupcakes for my daughters 6th birthday and they were a huge hit . If anyone is interested in the recipe feel free to ask , I'll gladly post it .
COTTON CANDY MARTINI
cotton candy martini
Though personally this drink is a bit to sweet for me , I have become increasingly aware of how popular it is , so I decided to share the recipe .
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
2 oz Malibu® coconut rum
1 oz peach schnapps
2 oz pink lemonade
lemon drop sugar in HOT PINK <3
cotton candy
sliced lemon
DIRECTIONS
In a frozen martini glass take a slice of lemon and trace it along the rim , roll the glass rim in your hot pink sugar and set aside . In a shaker mix your liquid ingredients over ice and shake . place a handfull of cotton candy in your glass , and strain the shaker around the candy . SERVE
crock pot seafood fondue ...
Ok so first of im choosing to post this recipe in hopes of some suggestions ... though the fondue was good it was not great . It liked spice really but I cant put my finger on just what it needs , the ingredients mix together amazingly well so i think with just the right pinch of this n a little of that this would be a real crowd pleaser !
*** fondue*** is meant to be served and warmed in a fondue pot , I choose to prepare mine in a crockpot because that made it so much quicker . I would transfer the cheese to the fondue pot when its finished for displays sake !
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
1 package processed cheese food (velvetta )
1container jarlsberg cheese
garlic powder to taste
1 tomato diced
2 cans mushrooms
1 1/2 cups sour cream
1/2 cup cooked small shrimp
1/2 cup cooked crabmeat, flaked
1/2 cup cooked lobster, flaked
2 teaspoons seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®)
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
DIRECTIONS
This is one of those basic recipes ... put it in the crockpot give it a good stir and go . Set it at a low setting !
MEXICAN PIZZA ... ready set table in 15 mins
All I can say is what a neat way to bring the whole family together , and literally enjoy a homemade meal in less than 15 minutes !!!! This recipe is very basic and I tweeked it to fit what my family enjoys and it would be easy enough for you to do the same !
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
2 boxes of flat round corn shells
1 can sliced black olives
1 can refried beans
1 cup chopped green onion
1 package shredded sharp cheddar
1 package shredded mozzarella
1 tomato diced
2 cans chicken breast
1 jar spicy cheese
paprika
1 8oz container of sourcream
(for the mexican pizza sauce)
1 small jar tomato paste
1 cup of ketchup
1 package of mexican seasonings
1/2 cup of salsa
DIRECTIONS
For this recipe your gonna need to heat up your broiler , I turn mine to high .Before you begin mix your sauce ingredients together in a seperate bowl and set aside . Then mix your canned chicken and about half the jar of spicy cheese together in a bowl and try to press out some of the larger chunks , sprinkle with paprika . Open your box of flat shells and spread half the shells on the cookie sheet ... its time to start building your pizza . Spread a spoonful of refried beans on the bottom of each shell , then about an icecream scoop size amount of the chicken and cheese mix on top of the beans . Place a second shell on top of the pizza and spread a spoonful of your pizza sauce on top . Cover the top with a mixture of both cheeses . Broil til the cheese is brown . Let cool a few minutes and then top with sourcream , green onion , olives, and tomato . Serve with the remaining spicy cheese for dipping sauce . ENJOY
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