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Lemon Cake
By ozzie
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- 1/2 pound (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 2 1/2 cups granulated sugar, divided
- 4 extra-large eggs, at room temperature
- 1/3 cup grated lemon zest (6 to 8 large lemons)
- 3 cups flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 3/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice, divided
- 3/4 cup buttermilk, at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
- 3 1/2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
Low Fat Guacamole
By ozzie
Cook peas according to package instructions
- 10-ounce pack of frozen peas
- 1/2 small ripe avocado
- 1/2 cup cilantro, stems removed
- 1/2 ripe tomato, deseeded and chopped
- 1/3 cup chopped onion (optional)
- Squeeze of fresh lime juice
Spinach-feta Penne With Pine Nuts
By ozzie
Cook penne pasta according to package directions
- 1 lb penne pasta
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 ounces crumbled feta cheese
- 3 ⁄4 cup shredded parmesan cheese (not grated)
- 5 cups fresh Baby Spinach
- 1 ⁄3 cup pine nuts
EGGPLANT
By ozzie
Peel and cut the eggplant into 1/2 inch slices
- 1 large eggplant (or 2 small)
- 1 large onion
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 large cloves garlic, diced
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- pince cayenne
- 2 large tomatoes, sliced
- 1 1/2 cups plain yogurt 16 ounce conatainer, drained
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 juice of lemon
- 1 1/2 teaspoons dried mint flakes
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
EGGPLANT WITH YOGURT
By ozzie
Salt eggplant for 30 minutes
- 2 large eggplants, peel slice 1/2 inch
- 2 cups yogurt,, strained
- 1 head garlic, pressed
- 1 large bunch parseley, chopped
- 1 large onion, chopped
Greek Frittata with Feta & Dill
By ozzie
Greek Frittata with Feta & Dill is a fantastic breakfast that is easy to reheat every morning
- 2 sprays pam
- 1 medium uncooked onion, chopped
- 5 ounces fresh spinach, baby
- 1/2 cup roasted red peppers (packed in water), well drained, diced
- 2 medium plum tomatoes, seeded and diced
- 2 cups egg substitute
- 2/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons dill, fresh, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
MOCK GARLIC MASHED POTATOES
By ozzie
1. Set a stockpot of water to boil over high heat
- 1 medium cauliflower
- 1 tablespoon cream cheese
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1/8 teaspoon chicken bouillon cube
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon chives, chopped
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
GREEN BEANS WITH GARLIC
By ozzie
In large non stick skillet, heat oil, add garlic, cook stirring frequently, 1 minute
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 cups trimmed green beans
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 3/4 cup low sodium chicken broth
- 1 ounce (2 tablespoons) dry vermouth or chicken broth
- 1/4 fresh dill, chopped
STRAWBERRY BALSAMIC VINIGRETTE
By ozzie
1. Place strawberries in shallow bowl with vinegar and let stand 10 minutes
- 4 large strawberries, ripe, finely chopped
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- salt & pepper
- 1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted
- or
- 1/2 cup pine nut (pignolia), toasted
Chocolate Marshmallow Bark
By ozzie
Line a 9x9 inch pan with heavy duty aluminum foil In a double boiler, melt chocolate and butter over medium heat, ...
- 8 oz bittersweet chocolate, finest quality recommended
- 2 tsp regular butter
- 3 cups mini marshmallows