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Apple Tuna Sandwiches
By NiteSki
In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients; stir in tuna and apple
- 1/3 cup fat-free mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
- 1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
- 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 pouch (7.1 ounces) light water-packed tuna
- 1/2 cup chopped red apple
- 6 slices reduced-calorie bread, toasted
- 6 lettuce leaves
Pico de Gallo
By NiteSki
In a nonreactive bowl, combine all ingredients
- 2 medium tomatoes, diced small
- 1/2 medium white onion, diced small
- 1/2 to 1 serrano chile, minced
- 1 teaspoon coarse salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves
Rhubarb Custard Bars Recipe
By NiteSki
1. In a bowl, combine the flour and sugar; cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs
- FILLING:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 cup cold butter
- 2 cups sugar
- 7 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 3 eggs, beaten
- 5 cups finely chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb, thawed and drained
- TOPPING:
- 2 packages (3 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped
- 1 . In a bowl, combine the flour and sugar; cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes.
- 2 . Meanwhile, for filling, combine sugar and flour in a bowl. Whisk in cream and eggs. Stir in the rhubarb. Pour over crust. Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until custard is set. Cool.
- 3 . For topping, beat cream cheese, sugar and vanilla until smooth; fold in whipped cream. Spread over top. Cover and chill. Cut into bars. Store in the refrigerator. Yield: 3 dozen.
Sweet-and-Sour Meat Loaf (microwave)
By NiteSki
In a large bowl, combine the egg, 2 tablespoons ketchup, mustard, bread crumbs, dry soup mix, salt and pepper
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 5 tablespoons ketchup, divided
- 2 tablespoons prepared mustard
- 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
- 2 tablespoons onion soup mix
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
Cilantro-Lime Rice
By NiteSki
In a medium saucepan, bring 1 1/2 cups water to a boil
- cup long-grain white rice
- Coarse salt
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 garlic clove
BBQ: Pulled Pork Sauce
By NiteSki
Combine water and brown sugar and stir until dissolved
- 1 1/2 cups apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup hot water
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cayenne
Parmesan Broccoli Balls
By NiteSki
Place broccoli in a medium saucepan with enough water to cover
- (10 ounce) package chopped frozen broccoli, thawed
- 1 (6 ounce) package chicken flavored dry stuffing mix
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 6 eggs, beaten
- 3/4 cup margarine, melted
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
Agua de Sandía (Watermelon Water)
By NiteSki
Place one cup diced watermelon in blender, along with two cups of the water
- 2 cups diced seedless watermelon, with rind removed
- 6 cups water
- 1/2 cup sugar (or to taste)
Pumpkin Doughnut Muffins
By NiteSki
Preheat oven to 350 degrees
- 10 tablespoons (1 1/4 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature, plus more for pan
- 3 cups all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled), plus more for pan
- 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon coarse salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/3 cup buttermilk
- 1 1/4 cups pure pumpkin puree (from a 15-ounce can)
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted
Sour Cream Potatoes
By NiteSki
Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water
- 10 medium red potatoes, peeled and quartered
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed
- 1 cup (8 ounces) sour cream
- 1/4 cup 2% milk
- 2 tablespoons butter, divided
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
- 1-1/4 teaspoons garlic salt
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1 . Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain.
- 2 . In a large bowl, mash the potatoes. Add the cream cheese, sour cream, milk, 1 tablespoon butter, parsley and garlic salt; beat until smooth.
- 3 . Spoon into a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Dot with remaining butter; sprinkle with paprika. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-40 minutes or until heated through. Yield: 10 servings.