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Caramelized Mushroom and Onion Frittata Recipe
By CarolineNGa
In a 10-in. ovenproof skillet, saute mushrooms and onion in butter and oil until softened
- 1 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
- 1 medium red onion, chopped
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 shallot, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 8 Eggland's Best Eggs
- 3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Penne with Herbs, Tomatoes, and Peas
By CarolineNGa
David Bonom, Cooking Light JUNE 2013
- 8 ounces uncooked penne pasta
- 1 cup frozen green peas, thawed
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 6 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 3 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/3 cup thinly sliced fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
- 1 ounce fresh Parmesan cheese, shaved (about 1/4 cup)
Summer Tomato, Feta, and Basil Galette
By CarolineNGa
This is modified from a Cooking Light recipe
- 1 pint jewel box tomatoes or multicolored pear tomatoes, halved lengthwise
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup (2 ounces) crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese
- 1/4 cup small basil leaves
- 1 pie dough (found in the refrigerated section)
Skinny Mini Corn Dog Muffins
By CarolineNGa
These mini corn dog muffins are an easy, healthy and delicious fun snack your family will love with just 83 calorie
- 1 small (6.5-ounce - 6 muffin size) package cornbread mix (I used Betty Crocker)
- 1 egg (could use 2 egg whites instead)
- 1/3 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 3 fat free hot dogs, each one cut into 6 even pieces (I used Hebrew National)
Italian Meat Loaf with Fresh Basil and Provolone
By CarolineNGa
Cooking Light AUGUST 2000
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, packed without oil
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 3/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 3/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1/2 cup (2 ounces) shredded sharp provolone cheese
- 2 large egg whites
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound ground round
- Cooking spray
- 1/3 cup ketchup
Cucumber Salad
By CarolineNGa
This is a REFRESHING, tangy Salad--low in fat
- 2 cucumbers, very thinly sliced
- 1 red onion, very thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons vinegar or 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons low-fat sour cream or 2 tablespoons yogurt
- salt and pepper, to taste (I like a lot of pepper)
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh dill
Drunken Apple Spinach Salad with Spiced Vinaigrette
By CarolineNGa
Bring juice, brandy and vanilla to a boil over high heat in medium saucepan
- 1 cup cranapple juice
- 1/2 cup cherry flavored brandy
- 1 teaspoon Spice Islands Vanilla Extract
- 2 medium apples (use a crisp variety, such as Braeburn)
- 1-1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1-1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 cup Mazola® Pure Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Spice Islands Pumpkin Pie Spice
- 5 ounces (4 cups) fresh spinach leaves, rinsed and patted dry
- 1 cup pecan halves, toasted
- 2 ounces (1/4 cup) sharp cheddar cheese, diced
Texas Chili Pasta Bake
By CarolineNGa
1. Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray
- 3 cups uncooked cavatappi or other spiral pasta (8 oz)
- 1 1/2 lb ground beef
- 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped (1 cup)
- 1 package (1 oz) Old El Paso® chili seasoning mix
- 1 can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen® organic diced tomatoes, drained 1 can (10 oz) Old El Paso® enchilada sauce
- 1 can (16 oz) chili beans with sauce
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1 can (2.8 oz) French-fried onions
- 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (8 oz)
- 6 slices bacon, crisply cooked, crumbled
Blue Cheese-Artichoke Dip
By CarolineNGa
1. Heat a medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 3/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 4 ounces blue cheese, crumbled (about 1 cup)
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 (14-ounce) cans artichoke hearts, drained and coarsely chopped
- 1 (8-ounce) block fat-free cream cheese, softened
- 1 (8-ounce) carton reduced-fat sour cream
Chicken and Stuffing Bake
By CarolineNGa
This dish has "Sunday dinner" written all over it
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup chopped red sweet pepper (1 large)
- 1/2 cup chopped onion (1 medium)
- 1/2 cup long grain rice
- 1 8 ounce packageherb-seasoned stuffing mix
- 2 cups water
- 4 cups diced cooked chicken or turkey (about 1-1/4 pounds)
- 3 eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 10 3/4ounce cancondensed cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 teaspoons dry sherry (optional)