Uncooked Banana Pudding
Lighter than traditional banana pudding and can easily be made lighter in calories. This recipe comes out the Hopkins County 4-H Food Show, where I had the honor of judging some terrific, young cooks. This recipe was prepared by a very young cook. It was very tasty and needed to be shared here on SDR. HERE'S ALL IT TAKES 8 ounces light sour cream 1 (8 ounce) container whipped topping, thawed 1... More...
By Jill | 5 comments | Full Recipe...Monkey Bread from a Monkey
Last recipe entry from me from the Hopkins County 4-H Food Show. Isn't it pretty? It's hard to believe a little monkey, ur I mean, a little kid made this monkey bread. I sure hope they (the AgriLIFE Extension office) ask me to judge again next time. It was SO MUCH FUN meeting the kids, listening to them spout their nutrition education, while proudly standing behind their prepared dishes. Those... More...
By Jill | 5 comments | Full Recipe...Grilled Tropical Salsa
Sweet and Spicy plays it up in this salsa. So simple to throw together an 8 year old kid can do it. In fact, a cool 8 year old DID MAKE THIS. This is the second recipe I wanted to highlight from the Hopkins County 4-H Food Show. In case you missed my last post about the show, read the Peanut Butter Cocoa Balls recipe. Grilled Tropical Salsa would be perfect with tortilla chips, inside a quesodilla,... More...
By Jill | 3 comments | Full Recipe...Peanut Butter Cocoa Balls
This is a totally nutritious snack! Yes it is! According to Texas A&M AgriLIFE Extension and the Hopkins County 4-H Club, it's considered a nutritious snack. So there. My fun friend, Kim, asked me last week if I wanted to be a volunteer for a 4-H food show event at our local Ag extension office. I said, "Sure!" Turns out, we had the fun of judging the nutritional knowledge and recipe... More...
By Jill | 12 comments | Full Recipe...Angel Hair with Zucchini and Tomatoes
Photo by Gina Homolka Zucchini and tomatoes tossed in olive oil and garlic over angel hair pasta with freshly grated cheese like Parmigiano Reggiano. This is wonderful & quick weeknight meal that's simple and healthy. HERE'S ALL YOU NEED Servings: 4 servings • Cook Time: 10 minutes 2 medium zucchinis, julienned 4 cloves garlic, chopped 2 shallots, diced 3 tomatoes, diced 4 tsp olive oil salt... More...
By ginahomolka | 8 comments | Full Recipe...Banana Oat Cookies
These Banana Oat Cookies remind me of Banana Bread. They're soft and moist, and loaded with chewy golden raisins and a little shredded coconut here and there. Very good, very hard to stop eating. HERE'S ALL IT TAKES 1 cup sugar 3/4 cup butter 1 egg 1 cup mashed very ripe bananas (2 medium) 2 1/2 cups oats 1 cup flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 baking soda 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon... More...
By Jill | 10 comments | Full Recipe...Simple Zucchini Pancakes
Photo By Gina Homolka These simple zucchini pancakes make a great side dish. They're light and low in carbs and are absolutely delicious! HERE'S ALL IT TAKES Servings: Makes 20 small pancakes • Time: 20 minutes 2 medium zucchini, grated 2 shallots, finely chopped 1/4 cup fresh chives 1/4 cup parsley, chopped 1 garlic clove, minced 2 eggs 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 6-8 tbsp whole wheat flour kosher... More...
By ginahomolka | 13 comments | Full Recipe...Simple White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies
In all the twelve years Charlie and I have been married, I've NEVER baked his all time favorite cookie from scratch. (I can hear the air being sucked out of the room.) Of course, I love my husband! While I'm confessing, I guess it's high time I let you know where I get all my cookie recipes. The book that is my absolute favorite cookie slash sweet craving cookbook. I turn to it EVERY TIME... More...
By Jill | 2 comments | Full Recipe...Indian Spiced Cauliflower and Potatoes
Photo by Gina Homolka A delicious combination of cauliflower and potatoes along with a fragrant blend of spices make up this traditional Indian dish otherwise known as Aloo Gobi. Here in New York City, I get to experience the wonderful flavors of Indian cuisine at least once a week. My co-workers and I venture out for Indian food for lunch at least once a week and this vegetarian dish is one of my... More...
By ginahomolka | 0 comments | Full Recipe...Creamy Chickpea Soup with Rosemary
Photo by Frantic Homecook Francie presents a recipe for a creamy, delicious, spicy, bright soup that will warm you head to toe, fill you with lots of energy (chickpeas are a great source of protein, dontcha know!) and best of all, all this fabulousness will cost only a couple bucks to boot! HERE'S ALL IT TAKES 1 tablespoon of olive oil 5 garlic cloves finely chopped 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary... More...
By frantichomecook | 1 comment | Full Recipe...Fruity Banana Bread
This is as close to Fruit Cake as I want to get! Fruity Banana Bread is a healthier version of the traditional Moist Banana Bread I normally bake. Only this is loaded with plumped craisins, golden raisins, and big pecan pieces. So moist, so GOOD! HERE'S ALL YOU NEED 1 1/2 cups mashed ripe bananas (3 to 4 medium) 1/3 cup water 1/2 cup dried cranberries rehydrated 1/2 cup golden raisins, rehydrated 1... More...
By Jill | 1 comment | Full Recipe...Simple Turkey Picadillo
Photo by Gina Homolka A delicious, lighter version of the traditional dish, typically made with ground beef. Picadillo is a latin dish usually served with rice and plantains or used as a filling for empanadas or tacos. HERE'S HOW EASY IT IS Servings: 6 servings • Cook Time: 35 minutes 1 1/2 lb lean ground turkey 4 oz (1/2 can) tomato sauce kosher salt fresh ground pepper 1 tsp ground cumin 2 bay... More...
By ginahomolka | 2 comments | Full Recipe...
