Chicken Cordon Bleu from the Grill

Chicken Cordon Bleu from the Grill

8 skinless, boneless chicken thighs or 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts

8 thin slices of cooked ham (4 if using the breasts)

8 slices Swiss cheese. (4 if using the breasts)

1 recipe of white wine sauce (see below)

Wash the chicken in cold water, and pat dry with paper towels. Pound the chicken as flat as you can between two sheets of plastic wrap or waxed paper. You can use a rolling pin if you don’t have a meat hammer. Season the chicken lightly with salt and fresh ground black pepper. Lay a slice of ham on the chicken. Then a slice of cheese on the ham. Roll into a compact roll using toothpicks to secure.  Grill the rolls, turning frequently until done. Place in an ovenproof serving dish, remove the toothpicks, and put a whole slice of cheese on each of the breasts (half slice on each of the thighs). Pop into a 350F oven until the cheese melts, just a couple of minutes. Ladle on a portion of the white wine sauce. Sprinkle with just a tad of chopped parsley.

 

White Wine Sauce

 

6 T. butter

1 tsp. chicken bouillon granules

½ C. dry white wine

1 T. cornstarch

1 C. heavy cream (whipping cream)

 

Melt the butter in a skillet and add the bouillon. When the bouillon browns just a little add the wine and bring to a simmer. Let simmer 6 or 7 minutes; this will cook out the alcohol. Mix the cornstarch in the cream and add to the simmering wine. Stir until it thickens.

 

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Turkey Turnovers

Turkey Turnovers

Nonstick cooking spray

1 package (11.3 oz.) refrigerated low-fat dinner rolls

2 T. prepared honey mustard

3 oz. thinly sliced deli turkey breast

3/4 C. packaged broccoli coleslaw

1 egg white, beaten

Prepared mustard (optional)

Preheat oven to 425°F. Spray baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.  Separate dinner rolls; place on lightly floured surface. With lightly floured rolling pin, roll each dinner roll into 3-1/2-inch circle.  Spread honey mustard lightly over dinner rolls; top with turkey and broccoli coleslaw. Brush edges of dinner rolls with beaten egg white. Fold dough over forming a half circle; squeeze edges together firmly with fingers. Press edges with tines of a fork to finish sealing. Place on prepared baking sheet; brush egg white over tops of turnovers.   Bake about 15 minutes or until golden brown. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.  Serve warm or at room temperature with additional mustard for dipping, if desired.

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Cashew Chicken Salad with Baked Wontons

Cashew Chicken Salad with Baked Wontons

8 egg roll wrappers

4 skinless chicken breasts, boned and defatted

2 C. shredded napa cabbage

1 C. chopped bok choy

1/4 C. chopped daikon radish

1/2 C. sliced red onion

1 C. thinly sliced carrots

1 C. broccoli florets

1/2 C. snow peas

 

Dressing:

1 T. minced ginger root

1/2 tsp. minced garlic

2 tsp. chopped cilantro

1 T. minced scallions

2 T. minced shallots

3 T. lime juice

1 1/2 T. rice vinegar

2 T. water

2 T. low-sodium tamari

2 1/2 tsp. sugar

1 T. cashew butter

6 T. minced cashews

 

Preheat oven to 350°. Lightly coat a sheet pan with canola oil. To prepare wontons, cut wrappers in half and distribute over sheet pan. Bake for 5 to 10 minutes or until light brown. Cool. Place chicken breasts in baking dish. Cover and cook in oven for 15 minutes or until juices run clear when pierced with a fork. Cool and slice. Place vegetables in a large bowl and set aside. In a mixing bowl, whisk all ingredients for dressing. Lightly toss with vegetables and divide into 4 equal portions. Top each salad with a sliced chicken breast and garnish with 4 baked wontons.

 

Caramelized Potatoes

Caramelized Potatoes

24 Sm. New Potatoes
1/2 C. Sugar
1/2 C. Butter, Melted

Drop the potatoes into a large pot of boiling water and cook until they offer no resistance when pierced with the tip of a sharp knife, 15 to 20 minutes. Let them cool slightly, then peel them. In a heavy 10- to 12-inch skillet, melt the sugar over low heat. Cook slowly until the sugar turns to a light brown caramel, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir constantly with a wooden spoon and watch the sugar closely; the syrup changes color very rapidly and burns easily. It must not become too dark or it will be bitter. Stir the melted butter into the sugar, and add as many potatoes as possible without crowding the pan. Shake the pan almost constantly to roll the potatoes and coat them on all ides with the caramel. Remove the hot, caramelized potatoes to a heated serving bowl and repeat the procedure until all the potatoes are coated.

Grilled Eggplant

Grilled Eggplant

1 small Eggplant, peeled

2 tsp. Olive Oil

1/4 tsp. Garlic Powder

1/8 tsp. Salt

1 T. Grated Parmesan Cheese

 

Cut eggplant into slices about 3/4” thick.  Brush both sides with olive oil.  Spray a piece of aluminum foil, large enough to hold the slices, with non-stick cooking spray and place on the barbecue grill.  When foil gets hot, place eggplant slices on foil.  Sprinkle with garlic powder and salt.  Close hood and cook eggplant about 8 minutes, turning slices halfway through cooking time.  Remove from grill and sprinkle with parmesan cheese.

Shrimp & Cucumber Spread

Shrimp & Cucumber Spread

3oz. Cream Cheese, softened

2 tsp. Mayonnaise

1 tsp. Catsup

1 tsp. Dijon Mustard

Dash Garlic Powder

4 1/2oz. Canned Shrimp, drained, rinsed and chopped

1/4 C. Finely Chopped Seeded Cucumber

1 tsp. Finely Chopped Onion

Assorted Crackers or Melba Toasts

 

In mixing bowl stir together first 5 ingredients.  Stir in shrimp, cucumber and onion.  Spread on crackers or toasts.

 

Marinated BBQ Salmon

Marinated BBQ Salmon

4 fillets of salmon

 

Marinade mixture:

1/2 tsp.  red pepper flakes

1/8 tsp.  salt

2 T. chopped green onion

1/4 C. peanut oil

2 T. soy sauce

2 T. balsamic vinegar

1 1/2 tsp. brown sugar

1 clove garlic, minced

3/4 tsp. grated fresh ginger root

1/2 tsp. sesame oil

 

Mix marinate well in zip lock bag. Add fish, marinated 6 hours. Grill on greased BBQ grill (skin side down first) until it flakes. About 10 minutes per inch. Enjoy.

 

 

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Lentil Salad

Lentil Salad

2 1/2 C. cooked lentils
3 cloves garlic, chopped
2 shallots, chopped
Juice of 1 lemon
Zest of 1 lemon 2 T. sherry vinegar
2 T. chopped sun-dried tomatoes
1/3 C. extra-virgin olive oil
1 tsp. chopped fresh oregano
Pinch ground cumin
Salt and black pepper to taste

 

For the lentil salad, place cooked lentils in a bowl. In another bowl combine garlic, shallots, lemon juice, zest, vinegar, and sun-dried tomatoes. Slowly whisk in olive oil until well blended. Season with oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper and mix well. Combine dressing with lentils and set aside to marinate.

 

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Grilled Corn on the Cob

Grilled Corn on the Cob

6 ears corn

6 tablespoons butter, softened

Salt and pepper to taste

 

Peel back corn husks and remove silk. Soak in large bowl of cold water for 30 minutes. Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil grate.  Place 1 tablespoon butter, salt and pepper on each piece of corn. Close husks.  Wrap each ear of corn tightly in aluminum foil. Place on the prepared grill. Cook approximately 30 minutes, turning occasionally, until corn is tender.

 

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Southwestern Skillet Burgers

Southwestern Skillet Burgers

 

2 lb. ground beef

1/2 C. dry bread crumbs

1 envelope taco seasoning

1 141/2-ounce can diced tomatoes with onion, undrained

1 111/2-ounce can condensed bean with bacon soup, undiluted

1/2 C. shredded Cheddar cheese

 

In a bowl, combine the beef, breadcrumbs and taco seasoning. Shape into six 3/4-inch-thick patties. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook patties for 3 minutes on each side or until browned. Remove patties; drain. Add tomatoes and soup to the skillet; return patties to the pan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until meat is no longer pink.  Sprinkle with cheese; cover and heat until cheese is melted. In 30 minutes or less, this makes 6 servings.

 

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Potato and Leek Gratin

Potato and Leek Gratin

1 lb. leeks
2 onions, sliced
1 oz. unsalted butter
1 pint double cream
1 lb. potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
1 small garlic clove, crushed
2 oz. Cheddar, grated
salt and freshly ground white pepper
freshly grated nutmeg

Pre-heat the oven to 180’C / 350’F or gas 4 and grease a shallow a shallow ovenproof gratin dish. Cut the leeks diagonally into 5 mm (1/4 in) slices and blanch in boiling water for 30 seconds. Drain, rinse under cold water, drain again and dry. Cook the onions in the butter for 2-3 minutes until softened. Pour the cream over the sliced potatoes in a pan. Add the garlic and season with salt, pepper and nutmeg. Bring to the boil then stir in the leeks and onions. Pour the mixture into the prepared dish to a depth of 4 cm (1 1/2 in), covering with all the cream. Place the dish into a roasting tray filled with very hot water and bake in the pre-heated oven for 1 hour until the potatoes are cooked through and golden brown on top. To check the potatoes during cooking, just pierce with a small vegetable knife. When it goes through easily you will know they are cooked. Remove the dish from the hot water. As a finish you can top with the grated Cheddar and glaze under a hot grill until golden brown.

 

Orange Sweet Potatoes

Orange Sweet Potatoes

3 large sweet potatoes

1 T. margarine

3 oranges, peeled and cut into small pieces

1/4 C. orange juice

1/8 tsp. salt

1/4 tsp. pepper

1/4 tsp. ground ginger

Toasted almonds, slivered, (optional)

 

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.  Bake potatoes about one hour or until tender.  Halve the potatoes lengthwise; scoop out pulp and mash with 1/4 C. orange juice, margarine, salt, pepper and ginger.  Stir orange pieces into the potato mixture.  Pile into shells.  Top with almonds if desired.  Bake for 15 minutes or until heated through. Variations:  Add 1/2 C. raisins; use crushed pineapple and its juice in place of oranges and orange juice; mashed sweet potato can be put into casserole instead of stuffed back into skins.  Casserole can be prepared in advance and refrigerated until ready to be heated.

 

Roasted Salmon Wrapped in Swiss Chard

Roasted Salmon Wrapped in Swiss Chard

Salmon in swiss chardCoarse salt and ground pepper

2 T. unsalted butter, room temperature

2 T. finely chopped fresh tarragon

2 tsp. grated lemon zest, plus 1 T. juice (from 1 lemon)

4 Swiss chard, stalks trimmed

4 (6 to 8 oz. each) skinless salmon fillets

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil; set aside. Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to a boil. Meanwhile, combine butter, tarragon, and lemon zest in a small bowl; season with salt and pepper, and set aside. Place chard leaves in boiling water; cook until tender, about4 minutes. Using tongs, remove leaves from water, and lay them flat on prepared baking sheet. Place one fillet on top of a leaf, near tip; repeat with remaining fillets. Sprinkle fish with lemon juice; season with salt and pepper. Dividing evenly, spread butter mixture over each fillet, and wrap leaf around, tucking stalk underneath to secure. Roast until just cooked through, 12 to 15 minutes. Serve.

 

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Grilled Spicy Sweet-Potato Packs

Grilled Spicy Sweet-Potato Packs

1 1/2 lb. sweet potatoes (about 2 medium), peeled, halved lengthwise, and cut into 1/4-inch-thick half-moons

3/4 lb. red onions (about 1 large), peeled, halved, and cut into 1/3-inch-thick wedges

1/3 C. olive oil

2 tsp. chopped fresh thyme

2 T. ketchup

2 tsp. chili powder

2 tsp. salt

1 tsp. fresh-ground pepper

1 lime, cut into 6 wedges

 

In a large bowl, toss sweet potato slices and onion wedges with the olive oil, thyme, ketchup, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Set out six 12- by 14-inch sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil (see notes) on the counter, shiny side down. Distribute the potato mixture evenly among the sheets, spooning into the center of each sheet. Fold the top edge of each foil sheet down over the potato mixture. Crimp all the edges together to create a tight seal. Prepare your grill for indirect heat. The temperature inside your grill should be between 350° and 400° (insert a long-stemmed thermometer through lid vent to measure temperature). Place packages on the grill, overlapping slightly if needed, and cover barbecue. Cook until potatoes are tender when pierced, 25 to 30 minutes. If cooking with the Spice-Rubbed Smoke-Roasted Chicken, add to grill during the last 30 minutes of cooking (see notes). Remove packages from grill. Let cool 10 minutes, then serve each packet with a wedge of lime to squirt over the vegetables.

 

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Glazed Sweet Potatoes

Glazed Sweet Potatoes

1 pound sweet potatoes, peeled cooking spray
1 T. cornstarch
3/4 C. orange juice
1 T. brown sugar
2 T. lemon juice

Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Cut sweet potatoes into 1/2 inch thick slices; place in a 1-quart casserole coated with cooking spray.  Combine cornstarch and next 3 ingredients in a bowl; stir well.  Pour over potatoes.  Cover; bake at 425 degrees for 45 minutes or until potatoes are tender

Potato Stuffed Green Peppers

Potato Stuffed Green Peppers

4 large green bell peppers
1/2 cup onions, finely chopped
1/2 cup red peppers, finely chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
1 Tablespoon dried crumbled chives
2 cups mashed potatoes
2 cups tomato sauce

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Slice away pepper tops below stems. Remove seeds and interior spines. Gently parboil peppers about 5 minutes. Drain upside down. Set peppers aside. Sauté onions and red pepper until soft. Add seasonings and mix well into mashed potatoes. Carefully stuff peppers, set them in a deep- sided baking dish. Pour tomato sauce around base of peppers. Bake at 350 degrees for about 20 minutes covered. Uncover, and bake 5 minutes longer. Serve warm.

Grill-Friendly Pizza Dough

Grill-Friendly Pizza Dough

1 packet instant yeast

1 lb. all-purpose flour, plus more for kneading and rolling out

1 T. sugar

1 T. kosher salt

1 C. hot water

2 T. olive oil, plus more to oil the dough

 

Grill-Friendly Pizza Dough

Combine the yeast, flour, sugar, and salt, in that order, in a large mixing bowl. In a small mixing bowl combine the water and olive oil and then stir into the flour mixture with a large wooden spoon until a dough starts to form. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead by hand for 10 minutes, or until the dough develops a silky texture.  Oil the surface of the dough and place it in another large metal mixing bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 1/2 hours. Divide the dough in half and with a rolling pin roll the dough out onto a lightly floured surface.  Heat grill to medium-low, Cook the dough on one side until firm and lightly browned, then turn, add your favorite toppings, and cook until lightly browned on the other side.

 

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Honey Chicken

Honey Chicken

 

1 lb or 4 small chicken breasts

1/4 tsp. Curry powder

1 tsp. Cinnamon

½ C. diced onion

3 T. Oil

1/4 C. honey

½ C. chopped fresh parsley

1/4 tsp. Powdered ginger

1/4 tsp. Nutmeg

1 tsp. Salt

1 tsp. Pepper

1/4 tsp. Paprika

½ C. water

 

In a large mixing bowl, combine all of the ingredients. Toss well to coat the chicken evenly. Place the mixture in a slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours.

 

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Honey Nut Chicken Sticks

Honey Nut Chicken Sticks

2 lb. chicken tenders
Salt and pepper
1 C.  All-purpose flour
3 eggs
A splash milk
2 C. honey nut flavored cereal (recommended: Honey Nut Corn Flakes)
1 C.  Bread crumbs
1 T. sweet paprika
1 T. poultry seasoning
2 T. grill seasoning (recommended: Montreal Seasoning)
1/4 C.  Vegetable oil

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.  Season chicken tenders with salt and pepper. Place flour in a large shallow dish. Coat chicken in flour. Beat eggs and milk in a shallow dish. Combine cereal, bread crumbs, paprika, poultry seasoning, grill seasoning and vegetable oil in food processor. Transfer breading to a shallow dish. Place a nonstick baking sheet near chicken breading station. In batches, take flour coated chicken and coat in eggs then in breading and place on nonstick cookie sheet. When all the chicken has been coated, transfer to oven and bake 15 minutes, until evenly brown and cooked through. Cool and serve, or pack up for a picnic! This chicken may be served hot or cold.

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Salmon-Spinach Party Dip

Salmon-Spinach Party Dip

1 can (71/2 oz.) Alaska salmon
1 pkg. Frozen Chopped spinach, thawed and drained
1 C. Plain Nonfat yogurt
1/2 C. Mayonnaise
1/2 C. each chopped Parsley and Chopped Green Onions
1/2 tsp. each Dried Basil and Dill Weed

1/4 tsp. grated Lemon peel

Assorted raw vegetables and crackers

 

Drain and flake salmon. Combine flaked salmon with remaining ingredients, except vegetables and crackers. Chill several hours to blend flavors. Serve dip with vegetables and crackers. Makes 16 servings, about 4 Cups.

 

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Potatoes on the Grill

Potatoes on the Grill

8-10 red new potatoes

1 T. roasted garlic flavored oil

Seasoned salt

Onion powder

Paprika

Cayenne pepper

 

Wash and cut the potatoes into wedges, leaving the skin on or taking it off (personal preference). Dry the potatoes and put them in a large bowl. Coat with oil, sprinkle seasonings to taste and toss well. Let them sit for about 10-15 min.  Make a cookie sheet out of heavy aluminum foil and spread the potatoes on this, laying them on their sides. Place on a low to medium-low preheated BBQ grill and close the lid for about 10 minutes. Turn them and cook about 10 more minutes or until fork tender. If you don’t have a grill, you can do this in an oven at 375 degrees F. Enjoy!

 

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Italian Zucchini Frittata

Italian Zucchini Frittata

Italian Zucchini Frittata4 C. Grated Zucchini

2 T. Chopped Onion

1/2 tsp. Chopped Garlic

4 Eggs

2 T. Skim Milk

1/2 tsp. each Oregano and Basil

1/4 tsp. each Salt and Pepper

2 T. Parmesan Cheese

 

Spray a 10″ oven safe skillet with a non-stick coating.  Sauté first three ingredients until zucchini is tender, pouring off any liquid.  Meanwhile, mix eggs, milk and seasonings (except cheese). Add to the zucchini and cook until eggs begin to set.  Top with parmesan cheese.  Broil until top is golden.

 

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Nonfat Chocolate Sauce

Nonfat Chocolate Sauce

1/2 C. skim milk

1 T. strong brewed coffee

1/2 tsp. cornstarch

1/4 C. unsweetened cocoa powder

1/4 C. brown sugar

 

In a small saucepan, combine the milk, coffee, and cornstarch and stir until the cornstarch dissolves. Stir in the cocoa and brown sugar and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring, until the sauce thickens and is no longer cloudy. Set aside to cool. Use when cool or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.

New Orleans-Style Rice & Beans

New Orleans-Style Rice & Beans

1 1/3 C. long-grain white rice

1 T. olive oil

1 large onion, chopped

1 medium celery stalk, sliced

3 garlic cloves, finely chopped

1 can (15 to 19 oz. s) red kidney beans

1 can (15 to 19 oz. s) light kidney beans

1 C. diced ham, optional

1/2 tsp. dried thyme

1/4 tsp. ground black pepper

 

Cook rice as label directs. Meanwhile, in nonstick 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat until hot. Add onion, celery, and garlic, and cook 7 to 8 minutes or until vegetables are tender and lightly browned, stirring occasionally. Stir in beans with their liquid, ham if using, thyme, and pepper. Heat to boiling over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer 10 minutes or until mixture thickens slightly. To serve, spoon rice into deep platter and spoon bean mixture over the top.

 

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Roasted Garlic

Roasted Garlic

8 fresh garlic bulbs

2 to 4 tsp. olive oil

4 rosemary sprigs, or oregano sprigs

Remove outer layers of skin from garlic, leaving cloves and head intact.  Place all heads on double thickness of foil; top with olive oil and herbs.  Fold up and seal.  Bake in 375 degree F.  oven for about 1 hour.  Serve one whole head per person.  Squeeze cooked cloves from skin onto cooked meat and vegetables or on French or rye bread. Note:  If you prefer you may trim tops off garlic heads to expose tops of garlic cloves.  This makes cloves easier to scoop out.  Then bake as instructed.  Cooking time may be slightly reduced.

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Smoked Salmon Spread

Smoked Salmon Spread

12oz. Light Cream Cheese

1/2 C. Sour Cream

1 tsp. Liquid Smoke

1 tsp. Lemon Juice

11/2 tsp. Worcestershire Sauce

1/8 tsp. Salt

1/8 tsp. Pepper

15 1/2 oz. Can Red Salmon, drained

2 tsp. Celery, chopped

2 tsp. Green Onion, chopped

 

Allow cream cheese to reach room temperature.  Remove skin from salmon.  Blend first seven ingredients in blender.  Remove from blender and stir in salmon, celery and onion.  This is a delicious spread on raw vegetables or crackers.

 

French Toast

French Toast

2 eggs

1/2 C. Milk
1 tsp. Vanilla
3 T. All purpose flour

1/8 tsp. Salt
3 tsp. Butter
6 slices thick sliced French bread
1 T. Powdered sugar
On the side: Butter and pancake syrup.

Beat the eggs in a large shallow bowl. Add the milk, flour, and salt to the eggs. Beat the mixture with an electric mixer. Be sure all the flour is well combined. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. When the surface is hot, add about 1 tsp butter. Dip the bread one slice at a time into the batter, be sure to coat each side well. Drop the bread into the hot pan, as many as will fit comfortably at one time. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side or until surface is golden. Cut slices diagonally in two, arrange halves on plate, overlapping. Sprinkle with powdered sugar. Serve butter and syrup on the side.

 

Key West Grilled Salmon

Key West Grilled Salmon

1/3 C. lime juice (about 2 limes)

2 T. olive oil

1/2 tsp. salt

1/2 tsp. celery seeds

1/8 tsp. black pepper

Few drops hot pepper sauce

4 salmon steaks (1 1/2 lb. total), each 3/4-inch thick

1/4 C. chopped green onion

1 T. fresh lemon juice

1 T. water

1/4 tsp. honey

 

Combine lime juice, oil, salt, celery seeds, black pepper and hot-pepper sauce in a small bowl. Place salmon in a shallow dish. Pour 1/4 C. lime juice mixture over fish; turn to coat. Refrigerate 10 minutes, turning once. Reserve remaining mixture for sauce.  Prepare a charcoal grill with hot coals, or heat a gas grill to high, or heat broiler.  Position the grill rack 6 inches from coals or broiler pan 3 inches from heat. Stir green onion, lemon juice, water and honey into reserved lime juice mixture. Grease grill rack or rack of a shallow roasting pan. Place salmon on rack. Drizzle with half of lime juice mixture from marinade dish. Grill over hot coals on covered grill 2 minutes per side or until cooked through, or broil 4 minutes per side. Serve salmon with green onion sauce.

 

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Snap Pea Salad with Radish and Lime

Snap Pea Salad with Radish and Lime

8 ounces sugar snap peas, trimmed and halved (about 2 C.)
7 ounces yellow wax beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces (about 3 C.)
3 T. lime juice
2 T. extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 C. chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 tsp. salt, or to taste
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1 bunch radishes, trimmed and thinly sliced (about 10)

Steam peas over 2 inches of boiling water, stirring once, until crisp-tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a baking sheet lined with paper towel. Steam wax beans until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Transfer to the baking sheet. Refrigerate until chilled, about 20 minutes. Whisk lime juice, oil, cilantro, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Add radishes, peas and beans; toss to coat. Serve chilled.

 

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Calories: 108

Fat: 7g

Fiber: 3g

 

Curry Chicken Triangles

Curry Chicken Triangles

2 cans (8 oz each) Pillsbury® Crescent Recipe Creations™ refrigerated flaky dough sheet

1 package (3 oz) cream cheese, softened

1 tsp. milk

2 tsp. apricot preserves

1 C. finely chopped cooked chicken

1/2 C. shredded Cheddar cheese (2 oz)

1/4 C. chopped drained water chestnuts (from 8-oz can)

3 tsp. chopped green onions (3 medium)

2 tsp. curry powder

1 egg, beaten

2 tsp. chopped almonds

 Curry Chicken Triangles

Heat oven to 375°F. Spray large cookie sheet with cooking spray. Unroll both cans of dough on work surface; press each to form 12×9-inch rectangle. Cut each into 12 squares. In medium bowl, beat cream cheese, milk and apricot preserves with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Stir in chicken, cheese, water chestnuts, onions and curry powder. Spoon about 1 tsp. chicken mixture in center of each square. Fold dough over filling; press edges with a fork. Place on cookie sheet. Brush with beaten egg; sprinkle with almonds. Bake 10 to 15 minutes or until deep golden brown.

 

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Crock Pot Mulled Apple Cider

Crock Pot Mulled Apple Cider

1/2 C. light brown sugar

2 quarts apple cider

1 tsp. whole allspice

1 1/2 tsp. whole cloves

3 whole cinnamon sticks

2 large oranges, sliced

 

Put all ingredients in the slow cooker. Stir until the brown sugar is well dissolved. Cover cook on Low for 2 to 4 hours. Strain spices before serving.

 

 

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Russian Black Bread

Russian Black Bread

Russian Black Bread1 package yeast

1 T. white sugar

1 1/2 C. bread flour

1 1/2 C. medium rye flour

1/4 C. whole wheat flour

1/2 C. unprocessed bran

1 T. caraway seeds

1 tsp. salt

1 tsp. instant coffee powder

1/4 tsp. fennel seeds

 

Heat the following over low heat, stirring frequently until chocolate and butter melt.  Allow to cool to 105-115 F.

 

1 C. Plus 2 T. water

2 T. molasses

2 T. cider vinegar

2 T. butter

1/2 oz. unsweetened chocolate

Add ingredients to pan in manufacturer’s recommended order, and select start.

 

Scallop & Fried Rice

Scallop & Fried Rice

2-3 C. cooked, chilled Rice
3 T. Peanut Oil, divided
2 large Eggs, lightly beaten
1 lb. Bay Scallops
2 C. fresh Pineapple Chunks (1/2”)
1 T. peeled and minced fresh Ginger
2 cloves Garlic, minced
1 C. mixed Bell Pepper Strips (from frozen for simplicity)
1 C. chopped Green Onions
3 T. reduced sodium Soy Sauce
1 T. Rice Vinegar

Heat 1 T. oil in large nonstick skillet or wok over medium high heat. Add eggs and cook, stirring, until scrambled and set. Transfer to a medium bowl.

Heat 1 T. oil and add half of the scallops. Cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly brown, 3-4 minutes. Transfer to bowl, then repeat with remaining scallops. Heat remaining T. of oil in pan. Add pineapple and cook until it starts to brown, 3-4 minutes. Stir in ginger, garlic, pepper strips, and green onions and cook until peppers soften. Add rice and cook until hot, a few minutes. Return eggs and scallops to the pan, toss to combine and heat through, just a minute or two. Stir in soy sauce and vinegar; cook an additional 30 seconds and serve. If desired, stir in some toasted chopped cashews.

Grilled Corn Stuffed with Basil

Grilled Corn Stuffed with Basil

6 ears corn (do not remove husks)
1/4 C. butter
3 cloves garlic, chopped
3 bunches basil, coarsely chopped (about 1 C.)
1/2 tsp. ground cumin
1/2 tsp. black pepper
Pinch chile powder

Light coals or start grill. Peel back the husk of each ear of corn and remove the silk. Do not strip off the husks. In a food processor, process the butter, garlic, basil, cumin, pepper, and chile powder until mixed well. Spread some of this mixture on each ear of corn. Bring the husks up around the corn. Place the corn on the edge of the hottest part of the grill. Grill slowly for about 10 minutes. Be careful not to let the corn burn. Remove the husk and serve immediately.

Cucumber Tea Sandwiches with Tarragon Butter

Cucumber Tea Sandwiches with Tarragon Butter

Cucumber Tea Sandwiches with Tarragon Butter1 large English cucumber, peeled, sliced paper thin

1/2 tsp. salt

2 tsp. white vinegar

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

1/4 cup minced fresh tarragon

1/4 cup minced fresh chervil

30 thin slices whole-wheat bread, enough to make 72 (2x4inch) rectangles

Watercress leaves, optional

 

Put cucumber slices in large bowl. Toss with salt. Sprinkle with vinegar. Toss to mix well. Let stand 1 hour. Drain well in colander. Combine butter, tarragon and chervil. To assemble, spread butter over 1 side of each bread slice. Cover 15 slices with cucumbers, dividing evenly. Close sandwiches. Trim crusts. Cut into 36 rectangles. Arrange on platter, garnished with watercress leaves.

Shrimp Kabobs

Shrimp Kabobs

1 lb. uncooked and peeled shrimp tails on

1 large (35 1/2 oz) can pineapple chunks, undrained

1 (8 oz) bottle Italian dressing

1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce

2 table spoons brown sugar

1 tsp.  prepared mustard

1 medium size bell pepper cut into 1″ cubes/squares

Hot cooked rice (optional)

Drain pineapple, reserving the juice. Combine pineapple juice, Italian dressing, tomato sauce, sugar, and mustard in shallow dish and mix well. Add shrimp, tossing gently to coat. Cool mixture with shrimp in refrigerator for 2 or more hours. Remove shrimp and set marinade aside. Alternate shrimp, pineapple chunks, and bell peppers on skewers. Grill over medium hot coals for 3 or 4 minutes per side until done. Apply liberal marinade during grilling. Serve over hot rice with marinade if desired.

 

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Southwestern Turkey Salsa Roll

Southwestern Turkey Salsa Roll

1/2 pound sliced, smoked turkey breast

1/2 C. shredded reduced-fat Monterey jack cheese

1 C. no-sugar added tomato salsa

 

Place turkey slices on a counter or plate and sprinkle each slice with cheese. Roll up slices and divide between 2 plates. Microwave each plate on high for 1 minute or until the cheese melts. If not using a microwave oven, place turkey rolls in a toaster oven or on a foil-lined tray under a broiler for 1 minute. Remove plates from microwave and spoon salsa over the top.

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Spicy Bulgur Salad

Spicy Bulgur Salad

3/4 C. bulgur

3/4 C. boiling water

2 T. olive oil

Juice of 1 lime

1 small red onion, chopped

2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped

1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped

1 C. fresh corn kernels or thawed frozen corn, boiled, cooled in cold water

1 jalapeno, seeded and finely chopped

1/4 C. chopped fresh cilantro or parsley

Salt and pepper

 

In a medium bowl, pour the boiling water over the bulgur. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let sit for 15 minutes or until all the liquid has been absorbed. In a large bowl combine the remaining ingredients and toss together. Season with salt and pepper. Using a fork, fluff the bulgur wheat and stir into the vegetable mixture. Taste and season again. Serve at room temperature

 

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Dijon Dressing

Dijon Dressing

1 egg

2 T. olive oil

2 T. white wine vinegar

1 T. Dijon mustard

1/4 tsp. kosher salt

1/4 tsp. white pepper

1/4 tsp. sugar

 

Break egg into a cup of hot tap water.  Allow to stand for about 2 minutes.  Strain and drain well.  Combine egg with remaining ingredients in a food processor.  Blend into a smooth puree.  Cover and chill for 2-48 hours.  Serve slightly chilled.

 

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Marinated Roasted Peppers, Olives and Cheese

Marinated Roasted Peppers, Olives and Cheese

 

6 large red or green bell peppers

1 C. whole Greek or pitted ripe olives

4 oz. mozzarella cheese, cut into cubes

1/4 C. olive or vegetable oil

1/4 C. lemon juice

2 T. chopped fresh parsley

1 tsp. chopped fresh oregano leaves or 1/4 tsp. dried oregano leaves

1 tsp. chopped fresh basil leaves or 1/4 tsp. dried basil leaves

1/2 tsp. chopped fresh sage leaves or 1/8 tsp. dried sage leaves

1/2 tsp. salt

1/8 tsp. pepper

2 large garlic cloves, finely chopped

Set oven control to broil.   Broil bell peppers with tops about 5 inches from heat, turning occasionally, until skin is blistered and evenly browned. Place peppers in a plastic bag and close tightly. Let stand 20 minutes.   Remove skin, stems, seeds and membranes from peppers. Cut peppers into 1/4-inch strips. Place peppers, olives and cheese in glass bowl or jar.   Shake remaining ingredients in tightly covered container; pour over pepper mixture. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours to blend flavors, stirring occasionally.    Store tightly covered in refrigerator up to 2 weeks.  Turn this recipe into a scrumptious gift by filling a decorative glass jar with the roasted pepper mixture and tying with a pretty ribbon. Attach a copy of the recipe with a sprig of fresh herbs.

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