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Bacon and Onion Brisket
By Sharon-2
Deliciously Tender from the Crock-Pot!!
- 6 slices bacon, cut crosswise into 1/2 inch strips
- 1 2 1/2 pounds flat-cut boneless brisket
- Salt and black pepper
- 3 medium onions, sliced
- 2 cans condensed beef consomme, undiluted
Everything Green Juice
By Sharon-2
My version of the many Green Juices Published
- The Basics:
- 1-2 broccoli stems
- 2 celery stalks
- 2-3 Kale leaves
- 1/2 cucumber
- 2 small green apples
- Alternate Add Ins:
- Green Pepper
- Cauliflower wedge
- 2 Radishes
- Okay maybe not all 'green' but the cauliflower and radishes are nice add-ins in addition to or replace of other ingredients. Mix it up and find your favorites!
Creamy Vegetable Soup
By Sharon-2
Combine first 3 ingredients in a large saucepan; bring to a boil
- 1 (16-ounce) package frozen broccoli, cauliflower and carrots
- 3 cups frozen potatoes O'Brien with onions and peppers
- 1 (14-ounce) can fat-free, reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 1 cup fat-free half-and-half or fat-free evaporated milk
- 1/2 (8-ounce) loaf reduced-fat process cheese spread, cubed
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- Grilled Chicken strips
Two-Mustard Chicken
By Sharon-2
Mustard is made from the ground seeds of the mustard plant
- 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup coarse-grained mustard
- 1/4 cup honey
- 8 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
Cold Tuna Noodle Salad
By Sharon-2
Fill a large pot with water and bring to a boil over high heat
- 2-3 cups penne, bowtie, elbow or any favorite pasta
- 2 (5oz) cans solid white albacore tuna in water, drained
- 2 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
- 1 green onion, sliced
- 7-10 sweet baby gherkins, sliced
- Mayonaise, spicy mustard, sweet pickle juice to taste
- dash of paprika
Cajun Kale Soup with Andouille Sausage
By Sharon-2
1. Bring 10 cups of water to a boil in a large Dutch over or heavy pot
- 6 lightly packed cups chopped curly green kale, stem and ribs removed
- 2 T canola or olive oil
- 1 medium red onion, finely chopped
- 1 large celery rib, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 medium green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
- 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
- 8 oz (2-3 medium links) andouille sausage, thinly sliced
- 1 T. dried thyme
- 1/4 t. allspice
- 1 can (15 oz) chopped or diced tomatoes
- 4 c. chicken broth
- 1/4 t. pepper
- 1/2 t. salt
- 1 t. agave nectar or honey (opt'l)
- 4 c. slightly undercooked brown rice
Salisbury Steak
By Sharon-2
Combine all the ingredients for the meat mixture and knead until all combined
- MEAT MIXTURE
- 1-1/2 pound Lean Ground Beef
- 1/2 cup Seasoned Breadcrumbs
- 2 teaspoons Dry Mustard
- 1 cube Beef Bouillon, Crumbed (or Powdered Beef Base)
- 4 dashes Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 Tablespoon Ketchup
- Salt And Pepper
- Gravy
- 1 whole Onion, Halved And Thinly Sliced (or Diced If You Prefer)
- 2 cups Beef Broth
- 4 dashes Worcestershire (additional)
- 1 Tablespoon Ketchup (additional)
- 1 teaspoon Kitchen Bouquet (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Corn Starch Mixed With A Little Beef Broth To Make A Thin Paste
- Salt And Pepper, to taste
- More Broth If Needed For Thinning
- Mashed Potatoes, For Serving
- Buttered Peas, For Serving
- 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil, For Frying
- 1 Tablespoon Butter, For Frying
Sweet Potatoes with Brandy and Raisins
By Sharon-2
1. Mix raisins and brandy in small bowl, let stand 20 minutes
- 1/2 cup seedless raisin
- 1/4 cup brandy
- 4 medium sweet potatoes, boiled until just tender then peeled and sliced
- 2/3 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup margarine
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Acorn Squash with Kale & Sausage
By Sharon-2
Feel-good food: New research shows the vitamin C in acorn squash may help boost your mood
- 2 medium acorn squash, halved down the middle, seeds removed
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Olive oil cooking spray
- 3 teaspoons olive oil, divided
- 8 ounces hot Italian turkey sausage, casings removed
- 1 large leek, white and light green parts only, halved and sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 4 cups tightly packed torn kale
- 1/3 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 2 tablespoons grated fresh Parmesan
- 2 tablespoons panko breadcrumbs
Spiced Winter Fruit
By Sharon-2
Combine first 4 ingredients in a small bowl; set aside
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons butter or stick margarine
- 2 quinces, each cut into 8 wedges (about 3/4 pound)
- 3 cups sliced peeled Bartlett or Anjou pear (about 1 1/2 pounds)
- 2 1/2 cups sliced peeled Granny Smith apple (about 1 1/2 pounds)
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Cinnamon sticks (optional)