I made some macaroons, but I added white chocolate and almonds. Here is the recipe: 4 cups Baker’s coconut 3 squares white chocolate baking bar 1 tsp. almond extract 4 egg whites 6 T. flour 1/4 tsp. salt 1/2 cup sliced almonds 2/3 cup sugar Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Grease and flour cookie…Read more »
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Natural Peach Syrup
I try to avoid most syrups as they are too sugary. I’ve been on a Mediterranean diet to help lower my cholesterol and to hopefully lose weight. I found this recipe and thought I would share it. It doesn’t have any sugar in it. You will need these ingredients: 6 cups sliced peaches 3 cups…Read more »
Lemon Dessert
I made this for a family party and decided to share the recipe. It’s easy and there isn’t any baking to it. You will need these ingredients: 1 graham cracker crust 1 3.4 oz. pkg. lemon pudding mix 1 cup powered sugar 1 8 oz. pkg. cream cheese 1 cup whipped topping 1 1/2 cups…Read more »
Snickerdoodle Ice Cream Sandwiches
My mother used to make snickerdoodle cookies, when I was a kid, and it was one of my favorite cookies. Here is a recipe that follows that tradition but is a better dessert. You will need these ingredients: 1 cube of butter 1 cup sugar 1 egg 1 1/2 cups flour 1 tsp. cream of…Read more »
Seafood Salad
Looking for something different for your Lenten feast? Try this hearty salad. You will need these ingredients: 1 cup smoked salmon, cut up in small chunks 1/2 cup cooked lobster, cut up in small chunks 1 cup diced cucumber 1 cup chopped celery 3 hard boiled eggs, sliced 6 small sweet pickles, chopped 1/2 cup…Read more »
Cheesy Roasted Carrots
Are you bored with plain carrot sticks? Try this recipe to liven up those carrots. You will need these ingredients: 1 pound carrots 1 tsp. olive oil 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1/4 tsp. black pepper 1/4 tsp. dried thyme 3 T. parmesan cheese Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Meanwhile cut up carrots length-wise and…Read more »
Blueberry Muffins
It was my turn to cook last night. I wanted some biscuits, but I really didn’t have that much time to spare so I made these muffins instead. You will need these ingredients: 1 3/4 cup flour 1/2 cup sugar 2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. salt 1 egg 3/4 cup milk 1/3 cup olive…Read more »
Ginger Sauce
Now that it’s spring and everyone is looking forward to better weather, why not indulge in some ice cream with this sauce? You will need these ingredients: 1/3 cup light corn syrup 1/4 cup chopped candied ginger dash of salt 1/2 cup light cream 1/4 cup butter 1/2 tsp. vanilla In a saucepan, add corn…Read more »
Those Magical Beans
Beans are packed with protein, fiber, and antioxidants. Researchers have found that beans have the power to prevent muscle shrinkage, keep your joints moving freely, and makes your muscles stronger. Red, kidney, and pinto beans rank the highest of antioxidant foods. So eat your beans.
Homemade Beet Chips
Are you looking for something to munch on, but you’re having a hard time, because you’re trying to stay on a diet? Well, try these. You will need: 4 medium size beets 2 T. olive oil 1/4 tsp. smoked paprika 1 T. sea salt Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Meanwhile, wash, peel outer skin,…Read more »