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Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad
By CarolineNGa
Directions Shock the onions in an ice water bath for 10 minutes to temper the sharp flavor, and pat dry
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 slices bacon, cut in small pieces, cooked to crisp
- 1/2 bunch broccoli, cut into small florets (about 1 1/2 cups)
- 1/2 small head cauliflower, cut into small florets (about 1 1/2 cups)
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 teaspoon seafood seasoning, such as Old Bay
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Pineapple Chicken Salad Pitas
By CarolineNGa
Almonds add crunch to the filling, though you can substitute toasted walnuts or pecans, if you prefer
- 2 1/2 cups chopped cooked chicken breast (about 1 pound)
- 1/2 cup matchstick-cut carrots
- 1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted
- 1/3 cup light mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup plain fat-free yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 (8-ounce) can crushed pineapple in juice, drained
- 4 (6-inch) whole wheat pitas, each cut in half
- 8 Romaine lettuce leaves
Parmesan-Crusted Chicken With Arugula Salad
By CarolineNGa
This offering, originally from Food & Wine, is an easy weeknight meal
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, divided
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
- 4 (6 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves
- salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese, divided (I've used store-bought in a pinch)
- 1/2 teaspoon water
- 4 cups packed arugula (I've also used a spring mix)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon Dijon Vinaigrette
By CarolineNGa
Hop on the roasted brussels sprouts trend with this Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon Dijon Vinaigrette
- 8 cups brussels sprouts, stem trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- Bacon Dijon vinaigrette (recipe below)
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley, garnish
- BACON DIJON VINAIGRETTE
- 6 slices bacon, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1 clove minced garlic
- Salt
- Pepper
Orange Blueberry Freezer Jam Recipe
By CarolineNGa
Rinse four clean 1-cup plastic containers with lids with boiling water
- 2-1/2 cups sugar
- 1 medium orange
- 1-1/2 cups fresh blueberries, crushed
- 1 pouch (3 ounces) liquid fruit pectin
Sun-Dried Tomato Spiced Shrimp
By CarolineNGa
Janice Daciuk, Cooking Light SEPTEMBER 2004
- 1 (8-ounce) jar oil-packed sun-dried tomato halves
- 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon rind
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 1/4 teaspoons curry paste
- 1 1/2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Cooking spray
Slow Cooker Tuna Noodle Casserole
By CarolineNGa
Ideal Slow Cooker Size: 4 Quart Grease your slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray
- 2 cups no-yolk egg noodles
- 1 can (10.75 ounces) fat free cream of mushroom soup (I used Campbell’s Healthy Request)
- 1/2 cup evaporated skim milk
- 2 cans (5 ounces each) tuna in water, drained well
- 1/2 cup shredded reduced fat cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup frozen peas
- Paprika for garnish if desired
Hot Chicken Salad Casserole
By CarolineNGa
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F
- 3 cups cubed cooked chicken breast (about 1 pound)
- 2 stalkscelery, sliced (1 cup)
- 1 largeyellow or red sweet pepper, chopped (1 cup)
- 3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar or mozzarella cheese (3 ounces)
- 1 10 3/4ounce canreduced-fat and reduced-sodium condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1 6 ounce cartonplain low-fat yogurt
- 2 green onions, sliced (1/4 cup)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup crushed cornflakes
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
Garlic Roasted Winter Vegetables Recipe
By CarolineNGa
Peel the carrots, turnip and parsnip; cut into 1-in
- 2 medium carrots
- 1 medium turnip
- 1 medium parsnip
- 1 cup cubed red potatoes
- 1 cup cubed peeled butternut squash
- 3 whole garlic bulbs, cloves separated and peeled
- 3 shallots, quartered
- 4-1/2 teaspoons Daily Chef 100% Pure Olive Oil X Gourmet olive oil imported from Italy Daily Chef™ 100% Pure Olive Oil is perfect for sautéing, baking and drizzling. Learn More >
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Coconut-almond couscous
By CarolineNGa
Bring coconut milk to a boil in a medium saucepan
- 1 1/2 cup(s) light coconut milk
- 1 cup(s) uncooked couscous
- 1/4 cup(s) green onions chopped
- 3/4 teaspoon(s) salt
- 1/4 teaspoon(s) ground red pepper
- 1/4 cup(s) slivered almonds toasted