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Potato and Root Vegetable Mashers
By devogirl
Sweet potato and turnip turn an otherwise straightforward mash into an intriguing dish with subtle earthy, sweet no...
- 4 cups (1-inch) cubed Yukon gold or baking potato (about 1 1/2 pounds)
- 2 cups cubed peeled turnip
- 2 cups cubed peeled sweet potato
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/3 cup light sour cream
- 1/4 cup 1% low-fat milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Almond, Pear and Cherry Pocket Pies
By devogirl
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F
- All-purpose flour, for work surface
- 2 (7-ounce) sheets frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 2 to 3 Bartlett pears
- 1/2 cup blanched and sliced almonds
- 1/2 cup dried sour cherries
- 1/3 cup sugar, plus more for sprinkling
- 4 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (from 1/2 a lemon)
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 egg
Slow-Roasted Turkey with Cream Gravy
By devogirl
For this take on turkey, cut the bird into pieces (which helps ensure even cooking), salt overnight, and cook slowl...
- 1 (12-pound) fresh or frozen whole turkey, thawed
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 10 cup cold water
- 4 celery stalks, quartered and divided
- 2 medium onions, peeled, quartered, and divided
- 2 carrots, quartered and divided
- Cooking spray
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, divided
- 1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
Kid Friendly Red Beans and Rice
By devogirl
1. In medium saucepan preheat olive oil
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 15 oz can kidney beans
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup carrot puree
- 1 Tbsp wheat germ
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- 1/8 tsp thyme
- 1/4 cup water
- 4 cups cooked brown rice
Sweet Potato & Black Bean Enchiladas
By devogirl
1. To make Sauce: Bring all ingredients to a simmer in saucepan over medium heat
- Sauce:
- 1 15-oz. can tomato sauce
- 1 3/4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp. ancho chile powder
- 1 tsp. chili powder
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 tsp. onion powder
- 1 tsp. dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp. chipotle chile powder
- Filling:
- 1 Tbs. extra virgin olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced (1 cup)
- 1 1/2 lb. sweet potatoes, peeled and diced (3 cups)
- 1 15-oz. can diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 16-oz. jar prepared medium salsa
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (2 tsp.)
- 1 chipotle chile in adobo sauce, drained and minced
- 1 15-oz. can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 12-oz. round queso fresco, divided
- Enchiladas:
- extra virgin olive oil, for brushing baking dish
- 16 6-inch corn tortillas, warmed
- 2 limes, cut into wedges
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/2 cup sour cream, for garnish
- Cilantro sprigs, for garnish, optional
New-Fashioned Apple and Raisin Slaw
By devogirl
CATEGORY WINNER Side Dishes and Side Salads
- 1/2 cup light sour cream
- 3 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise
- 1 1/2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups unpeeled chopped Rome apple (about 1 medium)
- 1 cup golden raisins
- 1 (16-ounce) package cabbage-and-carrot coleslaw
Upside-Down Cranberry-Ginger Cake
By devogirl
A seasonal version of the classic upside-down cake, this recipe is easy to make and yields impressive-looking resul...
- Cooking spray
- 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 1/2 tablespoons grated peeled fresh ginger
- 3 cups fresh cranberries
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1/2 cup fat-free milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large egg whites
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 2/3 cup frozen fat-free whipped topping, thawed
Wheat Berry, Kale, and Cranberry Salad
By devogirl
If your supermarket carries frozen or shelf-stable precooked wheat berries, you'll save 50 minutes; use 1 cup of co...
- (Serves 2)
- 1/2 cup uncooked wheat berries
- 2 cups shredded baby kale
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 1/4 cup minced red onion
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
- 3/8 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
White Hot Cocoa
By devogirl
Bring 4 cups milk, 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked pepper, 1 split vanilla bean and 7 ounces chopped white chocolate t...
- 4 cups milk
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked pepper
- 1 split vanilla bean
- 7 ounces chopped white chocolate
Fresh Vegetable Quinoa Salad
By devogirl
In a saucepan, combine quinoa with 4 cups water or broth and bring to a boil
- Salad:
- 2 cups uncooked quinoa
- 4 cups cherry tomatoes, sliced
- 1/2 red onion, diced
- 1 cup peas, thawed if frozen
- 2 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 2 red peppers, diced
- 2 zucchini, diced
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- fresh thyme
- Dressing:
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp dried, oregano
- 2 tsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup water or vegetable broth