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Jewish Cookies
By Skinnygirl85
This was my Aunt Hazels recipe on my dad's side of the family tree
- 3/4 cup Crisco
- 1 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 tsp allspice
- 1/2 tsp cloves
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 2 1/2 cup flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 pinch of salt
- 2 cups raisins (cooked about 10 min. and cooled; measure before cooking)
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
Healthy Garden Salad
By Skinnygirl85
In a large serving bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar, grapeseed oil, cilantro, lime juice, sugar, salt and ...
- 5 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 3 tablespoons grapeseed oil
- 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 limes, juiced
- 1 teaspoon white sugar
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (1 pound) package frozen shelled edamame (green soybeans)
- 3 cups frozen corn kernels
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, quartered
- 4 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
Orecchiette with Mixed Greens and Goat Cheese
By Skinnygirl85
Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil over high heat
- 1 cup dried orecchiette pasta
- 2 cups Mediterranean-style mixed salad greens
- 2 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes (packed in olive oil), chopped
- 1 tablespoon goat cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan, plus more for garnish
- Pinch salt
- Pinch freshly ground black pepper
Millet pilaf with butternut squash, mushrooms and pomegranate
By Skinnygirl85
Pre-heat oven to 375 degrees
- 1 cup millet
- 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 1 medium butternut squash
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage
- 1 pound cremini mushrooms, sliced (if you can find chanterelles they would be delicious)
- 1 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1/3 cup roasted pistachios
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup chopped Italian parsley
Roasted Poblanos Stuffed w/ Pulled Pork Chili Verde
By Skinnygirl85
I made this in my pressure cooker which I just got this summer after being determined to get over my irrational fea...
- For the Chili:
- 1 tsp canola oil
- 3 lbs Pork shoulder or butt, trimmed of excess fat
- and cut into 2 inch chunks
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 5 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1 16 oz jar of tomatillo salsa (or make your own)
- 3 tablespoons of canned chipotle peppers chopped
- 1 Tbl ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 3 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked pinto beans
- juice of one lime
- salt & pepper to taste
- For the stuffed Poblanos:
- 6 poblano peppers
- 3 cups pork (or any) chili
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 3 Tbl chopped chilantro
- 2 Tbl chopped red onion
- 1 Tbl chopped jalapeno or habanero
Silver Springs Pecan Pie
By Skinnygirl85
Cream the butter, sugar, and salt together in a bowl
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 cup corn syrup
- 1 cup pecans (chopped)
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 lb butter
- 1/4 tsp salt
Loaded Quinoa Veggie Burgers
By Skinnygirl85
In a small pot, bring 3/4 cup water to a boil
- 1/2 cup uncooked quinoa
- 1 carrot, diced
- 4 scallions, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic
- 15 ounces can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup Italian seasoned dried breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Lemon Basmati Rice
By Skinnygirl85
Heat the oil in a pot over medium heat
- 2 teaspoons canola oil
- 1 cup basmati rice, rinsed
- 1 (2 inch) piece fresh ginger, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 2 cups chicken broth
- salt and ground black pepper to taste
Low Carb Zucchini Muffins
By Skinnygirl85
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F
- 4 tablespoons wheat bran
- 1 1/2 cups soy flour plus 2 tablespoons
- 1/2 cup small diced zucchini, with skin on
- 3 eggs
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup club soda
- 1/3 cup sugar substitute (recommended: Splenda)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
Crab Dip
By Skinnygirl85
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F
- For the Dip:
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 small red bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 16 ounces lump crab meat (drained, if canned)
- 8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 4 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, shredded (1 cup shredded)
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
- 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- For the Topping:
- 1/2 cup Panko bread crumbs
- 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted