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Raisin Bran Muffins
By Cindy_Wicker
Preheat oven to 400 F. Coat a 12 hole muffin tin with cooking spray
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 2/3 cups uncooked wheat bran
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 2/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup raisins
Sweet and Sassy Turkey Burgers
By Cindy_Wicker
In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients
- 6 turkey bacon strips, diced and cooked
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon rubbed sage
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 1-1/4 pounds extra-lean ground turkey
- 1 Italian turkey sausage link (4 ounces), casing removed
- 3 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese, cut in half
- 6 onion rolls, split
- 6 tablespoons jellied cranberry sauce
- 6 tablespoons fat-free mayonnaise
- 6 lettuce leaves
Couscous with Mushrooms
By Cindy_Wicker
In a large saucepan, bring the water, butter, bouillon, salt and pepper to a boil
- 1-1/4 cups water
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup uncooked couscous
- 1 can (7 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
Zippy Three Bean Chili
By Cindy_Wicker
In a large saucepan, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain
- 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1 cup chopped fresh mushrooms
- 1/2 cup chopped green pepper
- 1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2 cups water
- 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
- 1 envelope reduced-sodium taco seasoning
- 1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
- 8 tablespoons shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, divided
Garlic Onion Cheese Spread
By Cindy_Wicker
In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and preserves until blended
- 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
- 2 to 3 tablespoons apricot preserves
- 3 green onions (green portion only), chopped
- 3 tablespoons crumbled cooked bacon
- 1/2 to 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- Dash pepper
- Assorted crackers
Cranberry Party Mix
By Cindy_Wicker
In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the cereals and hazelnuts; set aside
- 2 cups Cinnamon Chex
- 2 cups Corn Chex
- 2 cups Wheat Chex
- 2 cups hazelnuts
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup butter, cubed
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1-1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 cups dried cranberries
Hawaiian Pie
By Cindy_Wicker
Cover with Cool Whip or Dream Whip
- Use graham cracker crust and layer:
- bananas
- 1 can Eagle brand milk, whipped
- 2 tbsp. lemon juice
- 1 can crushed or chunked pineapple, drained
Date Nut Bars
By Cindy_Wicker
In large bowl, combine sugar, flour, baking powder salt, dates and nuts
- 2 cups sugar
- 2 cups plain flour
- 2 tsp. baking powder
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 2 cups chopped dates
- 2 cups chopped nuts
- 4 eggs, lightly beaten
- 2 tbsp. butter, melted
- 1 tsp. vanilla
- Confectioner’s sugar
Tater Topped Casserole
By Cindy_Wicker
In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain
- 1-1/2 pounds ground beef
- 1 package (16 ounces) frozen vegetables, thawed
- 1 can (2.8 ounces) french-fried onions
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
- 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 package (16 ounces) frozen Tater Tots, thawed
Cinnamon Almond Braid
By Cindy_Wicker
Line a 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in
- ICING:
- 1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls
- 2 tablespoons plus 1/4 cup sugar, divided
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup finely chopped slivered almonds
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
- 1-1/2 to 2 teaspoons milk
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon