Sunday, February 27, 2011

Recipe Thursday....s

For some reason, time and technical difficulties always get the best of me! So this blog will be in the form of 3 weeks; 2 weeks ago, last week, and this week, even if it is Sunday I need and want it to post!

Original Post from 2.17.11

Eggs and Canadian Bacon in Pita Pockets

4 eggs, slightly beaten
3  ounces Canadian-style bacon, finely chopped
3  tablespoons water
2  tablespoons sliced green onion (optional)
1/8  teaspoon salt
Nonstick cooking spray
2  large whole wheat pita bread rounds, halved crosswise

Directions

In a medium bowl, stir together egg product, Canadian bacon, the water, green onion (if desired), and salt. Lightly coat an unheated medium nonstick skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Preheat over medium heat. Add egg mixture to skillet. Cook, without stirring, until mixture begins to set on the bottom and around edge. Using a spatula or a large spoon, lift and fold the partially cooked egg mixture so the uncooked portion flows underneath. Continue cooking about 2 minutes or until egg mixture is cooked through but is still glossy and moist. Remove from heat. Fill pita halves with egg mixture.
Eggs and Canadian Bacon in Pita Pockets These are the best, and heart healthy!
Post from 2.24.11
Artichoke-Feta Tortilla Wraps
Nonstick cooking spray
1 - 14-ounce can artichoke hearts, drained and finely chopped
1/2 - of an 8-ounce tube reduced-fat cream cheese (about 1/2 cup)
3 - green onions, thinly sliced
1/3 - cup grated Parmesan or Romano cheese
1/4 - cup crumbled feta cheese
3 - tbsp purchased pesto
8 - 8-inch whole wheat, spinach, tomato, or regular flour tortillas
1 - 7-ounce jar roasted red sweet peppers, drained and cut into strips
Yogurt-Chive Sauce

Directions

Coat a 3-quart rectangular baking dish with cooking spray; set aside. For filling, in a large bowl stir together the artichoke hearts, cream cheese, green onions, Parmesan cheese, feta cheese, and pesto.
Place about 1/4 cup filling onto each tortilla. Top with red pepper strips; roll up. Arrange tortilla rolls in the prepared baking dish. If desired, lightly coat tortilla rolls with additional cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, in a 350° oven about 15 minutes or until heated through.
Cut each tortilla roll into thirds and arrange on a serving platter. Serve with Yogurt-Chive Sauce.

Yogurt-Chive Sauce: In a small bowl stir together one 8-ounce carton plain fat-free yogurt and 1 tablespoon snipped fresh chives

Suggestions: Add canned chicken!

Chocolate-Cheese Dessert
1 envelope unflavored gelatin
1/2 cup cold water
3/4 cup low-fat cottage cheese
1/2 of an 8-ounce package light cream cheese, cut up
1/3 cup sugar
3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup skim milk
1 teaspoon vanilla


In a small saucepan stir together the gelatin and cold water; let stand 5 minutes. Heat and stir over low heat until gelatin dissolves.
Meanwhile, in a blender container or food processor bowl combine cottage cheese, cream cheese, sugar, and cocoa powder. (If using the blender, add 2 or 3 tablespoons of the milk to make blending easier.)
Cover and blend or process until smooth (1 to 2 minutes). Stop to scrape sides, if necessary.
Add milk, vanilla, and warm gelatin mixture. Cover and blend or process until combined.
Chill mixture, stirring occasionally, until mixture mounds when spooned (about 30 minutes). Spoon mixture into 6 dessert dishes. Cover and chill in the refrigerator 4 hours or until firm. Makes 6 servings.
Make-ahead tip: Chill up to 24 hours.

Post ahead of time for 3.3.11 (The eve of my Birthday)
Since its my birthday I will post one of my favorite birthday meals!

Tequila Berry Salad
1 head lettuce, chopped
1/2 c. cooked bacon, chopped
1/2 c. cauliflower, chopped
1/2 c. shredded Parmesan cheese

Dressing:
3 c. Hellman's real mayonnaise
1 c. granulated sugar
1 c. milk


Beat dressing ingredients together and toss with salad ingredients and serve immediately.
Easy Lasagna
1 lb of cooked Hambuger
1 can of spaghetti sauce
1 can of mushrooms
Mix all ingrediants and simmer
1 carton of cottage cheese or ricotta cheese
1 tsp of powdered garlic
Salt and Pepper to taste
Mix together
1 pkg of lasagna noodles, cooked
Layer each top with mozzarella cheese bake 30 minutes at 350.
Toast some Texas garlic toast as a side!
I hope you enjoy these and I look forward to reading your comments!



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