Baby Spinach Omelet

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup torn baby spinach leaves
• 1 1/2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• salt and pepper to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 6 mins Cook Time: 9 mins Ready Time: 15 mins


• in a bowl, beat the eggs, and stir in the baby spinach and parmesan cheese. season with onion powder, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
• in a small skillet coated with cooking spray over medium heat, cook the egg mixture about 3 minutes, until partially set. flip with a spatula, and continue cooking 2 to 3 minutes. reduce heat to low, and continue cooking 2 to 3 minutes, or to desired doneness.

todd's famous blueberry pancakes

Ingredients

• Servings: 12
• 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 1/4 teaspoons white sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 tablespoon butter, melted
• 1/2 cup frozen blueberries, thawed

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 15 mins


• in a large bowl, sift together flour, salt, baking powder and sugar. in a small bowl, beat together egg and milk. stir milk and egg into flour mixture. mix in the butter and fold in the blueberries. set aside for 1 hour.
• heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium high heat. pour or scoop the batter the griddle, using approximately 1/4 cup for each pancake. brown on both sides and serve hot.

Low Carb Pancake Crepes

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 3 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon sugar-free syrup
• 1 teaspoon butter

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 25 mins


• in a bowl, mash the cream cheese with beaten eggs, about 1 teaspoon at a time at first, until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps. beat in the cinnamon and sugar-free syrup.
• melt the butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. when the butter has stopped foaming, reduce heat to medium-low, and pour in several tablespoons of the batter. swirl to coat the bottom of the skillet. allow to cook until set, about 4 minutes on the first side; flip the crepe with a spatula and cook the other side until the crepe shows small browned spots, 1 to 2 more minutes.

low carb flavored meringue cookies

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar-free strawberry jell-o® mix
• 1 cup granulated no-calorie sugar substitute (such as splenda®)
• 6 egg whites at room temperature
• 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 1 hr 30 mins

Ready Time: 2 hrs 15 mins


• preheat oven to 250 degrees f (120 degrees c). line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
• cut about 1/4 inch off a corner of a heavy gallon-size resealable plastic bag, and push a large-size cake decorating tip (such as a star tip) into the opening. the fit should be tight.
• in a small bowl, stir the gelatin mix with the sugar substitute. in a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the egg whites with cream of tartar and salt until stiff peaks form. as you beat the egg whites, gradually add the gelatin mixture, about 1 tablespoon at a time. spoon the fluffy mixture into the prepared plastic bag, and gently squeeze and twist the bag to force the meringue mixture to the decorating tip. (do not seal bag, so that air can escape.)
• squeeze the bag to place golf-ball size dollops of meringue mixture the prepared baking sheets. for a decorative effect, twist and lift as you place the cookie on the sheet, to make a pretty shape.
• bake in the preheated oven until the cookies are set and dry, about 1 hour and 30 minutes. do not open oven door while baking. at end of baking time, turn off oven, open oven door, and allow the cookies to slowly cool in the oven before removing from baking sheets. store in airtight container.

Low Carb Zucchini Fries

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 2 zucchini
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup ground almonds
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon dried italian herb seasoning, or to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 55 mins


• preheat oven to 425 degrees f (220 degrees c). line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• cut zucchini into 3-inch lengths, then cut each piece into 9 fries. place zucchini fries into a colander and sprinkle with salt. let the zucchini pieces drain for at least 1 hour to remove excess liquid.
• beat eggs in a shallow bowl. mix almonds, parmesan cheese, and italian seasoning in a second shallow bowl. rinse salt off zucchini and pat dry with paper towels.
• dip each zucchini piece into beaten egg and roll in the almond coating. place coated fries on prepared baking sheet.
• bake in the preheated oven until the zucchini are tender and the coating is crisp and browned, about 25 minutes, turning them halfway through cooking time.

baked scallops

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 4 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1 1/2 pounds bay scallops, rinsed and drained
• 1/2 cup seasoned dry bread crumbs
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 50 mins


• preheat oven to 400 degrees f (200 degrees c).
• pour melted butter into a 2 quart oval casserole dish. distribute butter and scallops evenly inside the dish.
• combine the bread crumbs, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, parsley, minced garlic and parmesan cheese. sprinkle this mixture over the scallops.
• bake in pre-heated oven until scallops are firm, about 20 minutes.

chewy sugar cookies

Ingredients

• Servings: 30
• 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/4 cups margarine
• 2 cups white sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup white sugar for decoration

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 25 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). in a medium bowl, stir together the flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
• in a large bowl, cream together the margarine and 2 cups sugar until light and fluffy. beat in the eggs one at a time, then the vanilla. gradually stir in the dry ingredients until just blended. roll the dough into walnut sized balls and roll the balls in remaining 1/4 cup of sugar. place cookies 2 inches apart ungreased cookie sheets and flatten slightly.
• bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, until lightly browned at the edges. allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.

Super Simple Oven Barbequed Chicken

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 6 bone-in chicken breast halves, with skin
• 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon hickory-flavored liquid smoke
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons dried thyme
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano
• salt and pepper to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 1 hr 30 mins

Ready Time: 1 hr 40 mins


• preheat oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c).
• arrange chicken pieces in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish, allowing room between pieces. drizzle with worcestershire sauce and liquid smoke, then sprinkle with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, thyme, oregano and salt and pepper to taste.
• cover dish with aluminum foil and bake for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, or until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear.

Refried Beans Without The Refry

Ingredients

• Servings: 15
• 1 onion, peeled and halved
• 3 cups dry pinto beans, rinsed
• 1/2 fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 5 teaspoons salt
• 1 3/4 teaspoons fresh ground black pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon ground cumin, optional
• 9 cups water

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 8 hrs

Ready Time: 8 hrs 15 mins


• place the onion, rinsed beans, jalapeno, garlic, salt, pepper, and cumin into a slow cooker. pour in the water and stir to combine. cook on high for 8 hours, adding more water as needed. note: if more than 1 cup of water has evaporated during cooking, then the temperature is too high.
• once the beans have cooked, strain them, and reserve the liquid. mash the beans with a potato masher, adding the reserved water as needed to attain desired consistency.

Cathy's Banana Bread

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 1 cup mashed bananas
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup margarine
• 1 1/3 cups white sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 50 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease and flour one 9x13 inch pan, or two 7x3 inch loaf pans.
• combine banana and sour cream. set aside. in a large bowl, cream together the margarine and sugar until smooth. beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla and banana mixture. combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt; stir into the banana mixture. spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan or pans.
• bake for 50 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.

best toffee ever - super easy

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 2 cups butter
• 2 cups white sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup finely chopped almonds

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 20 mins


• in a large heavy bottomed saucepan, combine the butter, sugar and salt. cook over medium heat, stirring until the butter is melted. allow to come to a boil, and cook until the mixture becomes a dark amber color, and the temperature has reached 285 degrees f (137 degrees c). stir occasionally.
• while the toffee is cooking, cover a large baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
• as soon as the toffee reaches the proper temperature, pour it out the prepared baking sheet. sprinkle the chocolate over the top, and let it set for a minute or two to soften. spread the chocolate into a thin even layer once it is melted. sprinkle the nuts over the chocolate, and press in slightly. putting a plastic bag over your hand will minimize the mess.
• place the toffee in the refrigerator to chill until set. break into pieces, and store in an airtight container.

Irresistible Irish Soda Bread

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/3 cup white sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• 2 cups buttermilk
• 1/4 cup butter, melted

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 1 hr 10 mins

Ready Time: 1 hr 25 mins


• preheat oven to 325 degrees f (165 degrees c). grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
• combine flour, baking powder, sugar, salt and baking soda. blend egg and buttermilk together, and add all at once to the flour mixture. mix just until moistened. stir in butter. pour into prepared pan.
• bake for 65 to 70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the bread comes out clean. cool on a wire rack. wrap in foil for several hours, or overnight, for best flavor.

Sarah's Applesauce

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 4 apples - peeled, cored and chopped
• 3/4 cup water
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 30 mins


• in a saucepan, combine apples, water, sugar, and cinnamon. cover, and cook over medium heat for 15 to 20 minutes, or until apples are soft. allow to cool, then mash with a fork or potato masher.

Peanut Butter Dog Biscuits

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 2 cups whole wheat flour, or as needed
• 2 cups spelt flour
• 2 cups quick-cooking rolled oats
• 1/4 cup flax seeds
• 2 1/2 cups warm water
• 1/2 cup natural peanut butter

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 55 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
• combine wheat flour, spelt flour, oats, and flax seeds in large bowl. stir in water and peanut butter. knead dough on a lightly floured surface, mixing in more flour as needed until dough is smooth and no longer sticky. roll out dough to 1/4 inch thick. cut with small cookie cutters into desired shapes, and place 3/4 inch apart on greased cookie sheets.
• bake 40 minutes. turn oven off; leave biscuits in oven until completely cool.

doggie biscuits i

Ingredients

• Servings: 3
• 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cornmeal
• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1 1/2 cups water, or as needed
• 1/2 cup canola oil
• 2 eggs
• 3 tablespoons peanut butter
• 2 tablespoons vanilla extract

Recipe

Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 15 mins


• preheat oven to 400 degrees f (200 degrees c). grease cookie sheets.
• mix together whole-wheat flour, all-purpose flour, cornmeal and oats. make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and gradually pour in water, oil, eggs, peanut butter and vanilla. mix well.
• on a flat surface use a rolling pin to roll out the dough. cut the dough into dog biscuit shapes using a cookie cutter. place the biscuits the prepared cookie sheet.
• bake the cookies for 20 minutes. after the biscuits have cooked 20 minutes turn off the oven off but let the biscuits remain inside the oven for another 20 minutes to harden.

All-day Apple Butter

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 5 1/2 pounds apples - peeled, cored and finely chopped
• 4 cups white sugar
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 11 hrs

Ready Time: 11 hrs 30 mins


• place the apples in a slow cooker. in a medium bowl, mix the sugar, cinnamon, cloves and salt. pour the mixture over the apples in the slow cooker and mix well.
• cover and cook on high 1 hour.
• reduce heat to low and cook 9 to 11 hours, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is thickened and dark brown.
• uncover and continue cooking on low 1 hour. stir with a whisk, if desired, to increase smoothness.
• spoon the mixture into sterile containers, cover and refrigerate or freeze.

Fruit Dip Ii

Ingredients

• Servings: 12
• 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
• 1 (7 ounce) jar marshmallow creme

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 5 mins


• using an electric mixer, blend cream cheese and marshmallow creme until mixed thoroughly.

exquisite pizza sauce

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
• 6 fluid ounces warm water (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)
• 3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon anchovy paste (optional)
• 3/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram
• 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
• salt to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 40 mins


• in a small bowl, combine tomato paste, water, parmesan cheese, garlic, honey, anchovy paste, onion powder, oregano, marjoram, basil, ground black pepper, cayenne pepper, red pepper flakes and salt; mix together, breaking up any clumps of cheese.
• sauce should sit for 30 minutes to blend flavors; spread over pizza dough and prepare pizza as desired.

chicken and bacon shish kabobs

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup vinegar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• 10 large mushrooms, cut in half
• 2 green onions, minced
• 3 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into chunks
• 1/2 pound sliced thick cut bacon, cut in half
• 1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained
• skewers

Recipe

Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 45 mins


• in a large bowl, mix the soy sauce, vinegar, honey, canola oil, and green onions. place the mushrooms and chicken into the mixture, and stir to coat. cover, and marinate in the refrigerator at least 1 hour.
• preheat grill for high heat.
• remove the mushrooms and chicken from the marinade and shake off excess. pour the marinade into a small saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes; set aside.
• wrap the chicken chunks with bacon, and thread skewers so that the bacon is secured. alternate with mushroom halves and pineapple chunks.
• lightly oil the grill grate. arrange skewers on the prepared grill. cook 15 to 20 minutes, brushing occasionally with remaining soy sauce mixture, until bacon is crisp and chicken juices run clear.

Carrot Oatmeal Muffins

Ingredients

• Servings: 18
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 3/4 cup white sugar
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 cup canola oil
• 3 eggs, beaten
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup uncooked rolled oats
• 1/2 cup flaked coconut
• 1/2 cup raisins
• 2 cups shredded carrots
• 1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained with juice reserved
• 1/4 cup softened cream cheese

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 45 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease muffin tins.
• in a large bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. make a well in the center of the mixture, and add white sugar, brown sugar, canola oil, eggs, and vanilla. mix just until evenly moist. fold in the oats, coconut, raisins, carrots, and pineapple.
• in a bowl, blend the reserved pineapple juice and cream cheese. fill each muffin cup about 1/2 full with the muffin batter, reserving about 1/3 of the batter. spoon approximately 1 teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture into the muffin cups. top with remaining batter, so that each muffin cup is about 2/3 full.
• bake 25 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a knife inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean.

french bread

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 6 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 1/2 (.25 ounce) packages active dry yeast
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 2 cups warm water (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)
• 1 tablespoon cornmeal
• 1 egg white
• 1 tablespoon water

Recipe

Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 2 hrs 40 mins


• in a large bowl, combine 2 cups flour, yeast and salt. stir in 2 cups warm water, and beat until well blended using a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment. using a wooden spoon, stir in as much of the remaining flour as you can.
• on a lightly floured surface, knead in enough flour to make a stiff dough that is smooth and elastic. knead for about 8 to 10 minutes total. shape into a ball. place dough in a greased bowl, and turn once. cover, and let rise in a warm place until doubled.
• punch dough down, and divide in half. turn out a lightly floured surface. cover, and let rest for 10 minutes. roll each half into large rectangle. roll up, starting from a long side. moisten edge with water and seal. taper ends.
• grease a large baking sheet. sprinkle with cornmeal. place loaves, seam side down, on the prepared baking sheet. lightly beat the egg white with 1 tablespoon of water, and brush on. cover with a damp cloth. let rise until nearly doubled, 35 to 40 minutes.
• with a very sharp knife, make 3 or 4 diagonal cuts about 1/4 inch deep across top of each loaf. bake in a preheated 375 degrees f (190 degrees c) oven for 20 minutes. brush again with egg white mixture. bake for an additional 15 to 20 minutes, or until bread tests done. if necessary, cover loosely with foil to prevent over browning. remove from baking sheet, and cool on a wire rack.

Bacon-flavored Dog Biscuits

Ingredients

• Servings: 25
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 10 tablespoons bacon fat, melted
• 5 cups whole wheat flour

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a cookie sheet.
• beat eggs in a large bowl. stir in milk, water, salt, and bacon fat until well blended. gradually stir in flour to make a stiff dough. pinch off pieces of the dough and roll into 2 inch balls. place on prepared baking sheet.
• bake in preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes. cool on racks. store in a covered container in the refrigerator.

Pet Cookies

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 2 cups wheat germ
• 3 (2.5 ounce) jars strained chicken baby food
• 1 tablespoon water

Recipe

• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
• in a medium bowl, mix the wheat germ, baby food, and water together. add more water if necessary to form a dough. roll dough into 1 inch balls and place on cookie sheet. flatten slightly with a fork dipped in water. bake for 20 to 25 minutes in the preheated oven.

apple crisp iv

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups rolled oats
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar
• 1 1/2 cups butter
• 2 quarts peeled, cored and sliced apples

Recipe

• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
• in a large bowl, combine the flour, oatmeal, cinnamon, nutmeg and brown sugar. cut butter into mixture until crumbly.
• take half of the mixture and pat it into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
• cover crumb mixture with apple slices, then sprinkle apple slices with remaining crumb mixture.
• bake at 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) for 45 to 50 minutes or until apples are tender.

Maple Salmon

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
• 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 pound salmon

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• in a small bowl, mix the maple syrup, soy sauce, garlic, garlic salt, and pepper.
• place salmon in a shallow glass baking dish, and coat with the maple syrup mixture. cover the dish, and marinate salmon in the refrigerator 30 minutes, turning once.
• preheat oven to 400 degrees f (200 degrees c).
• place the baking dish in the preheated oven, and bake salmon uncovered 20 minutes, or until easily flaked with a fork.

birthday bones

Ingredients

• Servings: 18
• 2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 cup unsalted natural peanut butter
• 1 cup skim milk

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 35 mins


• preheat the oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c). grease cookie sheets. stir together the flour and baking powder; set aside.
• in a medium bowl, mix together the peanut butter and milk. stir in the flour mixture until well blended. turn out dough a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth. roll out to 1/4 inch thickness and cut into shapes using cookie cutters. place 2 inches apart the prepared cookie sheets.
• bake for 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until lightly brown. remove from cookie sheets to cool on wire racks.

braised balsamic chicken

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
• 1 teaspoon garlic salt
• ground black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 35 mins


• season both sides of chicken breasts with garlic salt and pepper.
• heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook seasoned chicken breasts until chicken is browned, 3 to 4 minutes per side. add onion; cook and stir until onion is browned, 3 to 4 minutes.
• pour diced tomatoes and balsamic vinegar over chicken; season with basil, oregano, rosemary and thyme. simmer until chicken is no longer pink and the juices run clear, about 15 minutes. an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees f (74 degrees c).

Peanut Butter And Pumpkin Dog Treats

Ingredients

• Servings: 25
• 2 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup canned pumpkin
• 2 tablespoons peanut butter
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 40 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
• whisk together the flour, eggs, pumpkin, peanut butter, salt, and cinnamon in a bowl. add water as needed to help make the dough workable, but the dough should be dry and stiff. roll the dough into a 1/2-inch-thick roll. cut into 1/2-inch pieces.
• bake in preheated oven until hard, about 40 minutes.

Quick Yeast Rolls

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 2 tablespoons shortening
• 3 tablespoons white sugar
• 1 cup hot water
• 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 40 mins


• in a large bowl, mix the shortening, sugar, and hot water. allow to cool until lukewarm, and mix in the yeast until dissolved. mix in the egg, salt, and flour. allow the dough to rise until doubled in size.
• grease 8 muffin cups. divide the dough into the prepared muffin cups, and allow to rise again until doubled in size.
• preheat oven to 425 degrees f (220 degrees c).
• bake for 10 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a knife inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean.

doggie birthday cake

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup peanut butter
• 1/4 cup cooking oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/3 cup honey (optional)
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 1 cup whole wheat or white flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 15 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease a 6 cup ring mold.
• combine the egg, peanut butter, oil, vanilla, and honey, if desired, in a large bowl; blend well. stir in the carrots and mix thoroughly. sift together the flour and baking soda and fold into the carrot mixture. spoon cake batter into prepared pan.
• bake in preheated oven for 40 minutes. let cake cool in pan for 10 minutes; then turn out a wire rack to cool completely.

Pet Cookies

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 2 cups wheat germ
• 3 (2.5 ounce) jars strained chicken baby food
• 1 tablespoon water

Recipe

• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
• in a medium bowl, mix the wheat germ, baby food, and water together. add more water if necessary to form a dough. roll dough into 1 inch balls and place on cookie sheet. flatten slightly with a fork dipped in water. bake for 20 to 25 minutes in the preheated oven.

southwestern chicken roulade

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 4 (6 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - pounded thin
• 12 ounces chorizo sausage
• 2 cups shredded monterey jack cheese
• 1 1/2 cups masa harina
• 1 (6 ounce) can canola cooking spray
• cooking spray
• 1 cup salsa, at room temperature

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 45 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• preheat oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c). lightly oil an 8x8 inch pan.
• in a skillet over medium heat, brown the chorizo. remove from heat, and set aside to cool completely.
• in a medium bowl, stir together chorizo and cheese. divide mixture into four equal measures, and place a portion in the center of each chicken breast. fold in the sides of the chicken breasts, and roll up.
• roll stuffed breasts in masa harina, and place seam-side down into the oiled pan. spray the tops lightly with cooking spray.
• bake in a preheated oven until browned, about 35 minutes. remove from oven, cool slightly, and top each chicken roll with 1/4 cup salsa.

Simple Lemon Herb Chicken

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
• 1 lemon
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pinch dried oregano
• 2 sprigs fresh parsley, for garnish

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 25 mins


• cut lemon in half, and squeeze juice from 1/2 lemon on chicken. season with salt to taste. let sit while you heat oil in a small skillet over medium low heat.
• when oil is hot, put chicken in skillet. as you saute chicken, add juice from other 1/2 lemon, pepper to taste, and oregano. saute for 5 to 10 minutes each side, or until juices run clear. serve with parsley for garnish.

Blueberry And Banana Steel Cut Oats

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 2 cups water
• 2 cups almond milk
• 2 cups blueberries
• 2 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1 cup steel-cut oats
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 5 hrs

Ready Time: 5 hrs 10 mins


• stir water, almond milk, blueberries, bananas, oats, honey, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt together in the crock of a slow cooker.
• cook on low for 5 to 8 hours.

peanut butter and banana dog biscuits

Ingredients

• Servings: 10
• 1 egg
• 1/3 cup peanut butter
• 1/2 cup mashed banana
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1/2 cup wheat germ
• 1 egg white, lightly beaten, for brushing

Recipe

Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 55 mins


• preheat oven to 300 degrees f (150 degrees c). lightly grease a baking sheet.
• stir together the egg, peanut butter, banana, and honey in a medium bowl; blend thoroughly. stir in the flour and wheat germ; mix well. turn dough out a floured board and roll to 1/4 inch thick. cut into desired shapes with a cookie cutter, place on prepared baking sheet, and brush tops with egg white.
• bake biscuits in preheated oven until dried and golden brown, about 30 minutes, depending on size. remove from oven and cool on a wire rack.

Chocolate Cornstarch Pudding

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 2 3/4 cups milk
• 2 tablespoons butter, room temperature
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 40 mins


• in a saucepan, stir together sugar, cocoa, cornstarch and salt. place over medium heat, and stir in milk. bring to a boil, and cook, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens enough to coat the back of a metal spoon. remove from heat, and stir in butter and vanilla. let cool briefly, and serve warm, or chill in refrigerator until serving.

doggie biscuits i

Ingredients

• Servings: 3
• 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cornmeal
• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1 1/2 cups water, or as needed
• 1/2 cup canola oil
• 2 eggs
• 3 tablespoons peanut butter
• 2 tablespoons vanilla extract

Recipe

Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 15 mins


• preheat oven to 400 degrees f (200 degrees c). grease cookie sheets.
• mix together whole-wheat flour, all-purpose flour, cornmeal and oats. make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and gradually pour in water, oil, eggs, peanut butter and vanilla. mix well.
• on a flat surface use a rolling pin to roll out the dough. cut the dough into dog biscuit shapes using a cookie cutter. place the biscuits the prepared cookie sheet.
• bake the cookies for 20 minutes. after the biscuits have cooked 20 minutes turn off the oven off but let the biscuits remain inside the oven for another 20 minutes to harden.

no bake cookies v

Ingredients

• Servings: 3
• 2 cups white sugar
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 cup margarine
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 pinch salt
• 1/2 cup chunky peanut butter
• 3 cups quick cooking oats

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 1 min Ready Time: 1 hr 20 mins


• in a saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar, cocoa, milk and margarine. bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. boil for 1 minute, then remove from heat and stir in the vanilla, salt, peanut butter and oats.
• drop by rounded spoonfuls waxed paper. allow cookies to cool for at least 1 hour. store in an airtight container.

Peanut Butter Dog Biscuits

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 2 cups whole wheat flour, or as needed
• 2 cups spelt flour
• 2 cups quick-cooking rolled oats
• 1/4 cup flax seeds
• 2 1/2 cups warm water
• 1/2 cup natural peanut butter

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 55 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
• combine wheat flour, spelt flour, oats, and flax seeds in large bowl. stir in water and peanut butter. knead dough on a lightly floured surface, mixing in more flour as needed until dough is smooth and no longer sticky. roll out dough to 1/4 inch thick. cut with small cookie cutters into desired shapes, and place 3/4 inch apart on greased cookie sheets.
• bake 40 minutes. turn oven off; leave biscuits in oven until completely cool.

Refried Beans Without The Refry

Ingredients

• Servings: 15
• 1 onion, peeled and halved
• 3 cups dry pinto beans, rinsed
• 1/2 fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 5 teaspoons salt
• 1 3/4 teaspoons fresh ground black pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon ground cumin, optional
• 9 cups water

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 8 hrs

Ready Time: 8 hrs 15 mins


• place the onion, rinsed beans, jalapeno, garlic, salt, pepper, and cumin into a slow cooker. pour in the water and stir to combine. cook on high for 8 hours, adding more water as needed. note: if more than 1 cup of water has evaporated during cooking, then the temperature is too high.
• once the beans have cooked, strain them, and reserve the liquid. mash the beans with a potato masher, adding the reserved water as needed to attain desired consistency.

Simple Whole Wheat Bread

Ingredients

• Servings: 3
• 3 cups warm water (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)
• 2 (.25 ounce) packages active dry yeast
• 1/3 cup honey
• 5 cups bread flour
• 3 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1/3 cup honey
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 3 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 3 hrs


• in a large bowl, mix warm water, yeast, and 1/3 cup honey. add 5 cups white bread flour, and stir to combine. let set for 30 minutes, or until big and bubbly.
• mix in 3 tablespoons melted butter, 1/3 cup honey, and salt. stir in 2 cups whole wheat flour. flour a flat surface and knead with whole wheat flour until not real sticky - just pulling away from the counter, but still sticky to touch. this may take an additional 2 to 4 cups of whole wheat flour. place in a greased bowl, turning once to coat the surface of the dough. cover with a dishtowel. let rise in a warm place until doubled.
• punch down, and divide into 3 loaves. place in greased 9 x 5 inch loaf pans, and allow to rise until dough has topped the pans by one inch.
• bake at 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) for 25 to 30 minutes; do not overbake. lightly brush the tops of loaves with 2 tablespoons melted butter or margarine when done to prevent crust from getting hard. cool completely

hawaiian chicken wings

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 4 cups canola oil for deep frying
• 3 pounds chicken wings, tips removed and wings cut in half at joint
• 1 tablespoon garlic salt
• 1 cup cornstarch
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1/2 cup vinegar
• 1/4 cup pineapple juice
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 1 cup honey
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 55 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 35 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). heat oil in deep-fryer to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c). line a baking sheet with aluminum foil, and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
• toss chicken wings with garlic salt, and set aside for 10 minutes. place cornstarch in a large plastic bag; toss the wings, a few at a time until coated. shake off excess cornstarch, then dip into beaten egg. shake wings in cornstarch again, then fry until golden brown in deep fryer. drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
• stir together vinegar, pineapple juice, ketchup, honey, and soy sauce in a saucepan over medium-high heat. once the sauce comes to a simmer, place the chicken wings in a bowl, pour all but 1/2 cup of the sauce overtop, and toss to coat. reserve remaining sauce to for basting.
• place chicken wings on prepared baking sheet. bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, then baste with remaining sauce, turn, and bake for an additional 20 minutes.
• to serve, place wings on serving platter, and sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions.

Ants On A Log

Ingredients

• Servings: 10
• 5 stalks celery
• 1/2 cup peanut butter
• 1/4 cup raisins

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 5 mins


• cut the celery stalks in half. spread with peanut butter. sprinkle with raisins.

fruit 'n' honey granola

Ingredients

• Servings: 18
• 4 cups quick cooking oats
• 1 cup chopped toasted almonds
• 1/4 cup toasted wheat germ
• 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
• 1/4 cup ground flax seeds
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/3 cup canola oil
• 2/3 cup honey
• 1/2 cup raisins
• 1/2 cup chopped dried pineapple
• 1/2 cup sweetened dried cranberries
• 1/2 cup chopped dried papaya

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 40 mins


• preheat oven to 300 degrees f (150 degrees c). line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
• in a large bowl, mix the oats, almonds, wheat germ, sunflower seeds, flax seeds, cinnamon, nutmeg, canola oil, and honey. spread evenly over the prepared baking sheet, pressing down lightly with the back of a spoon.
• bake 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until lightly browned. allow to cool completely.
• in a large bowl, break the cooled granola into large chunks. mix in the raisins, pineapple, sweetened dried cranberries, and papaya. store in an airtight container.

Apple Crisp Iii

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 4 cups sliced apples
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1/2 cup butter
• 3/4 cup all-purpose flour

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease an 8x8 inch baking dish.
• place apples in prepared dish. sprinkle with cinnamon. pour water over all. in a bowl, cream together sugar and butter. blend in flour. sprinkle mixture evenly over apples.
• bake in preheated oven 30 to 40 minutes, until apples are tender and crust is golden.

ruth's grandma's pie crust

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 3/4 cups shortening
• 3 tablespoons white sugar
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup water

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 10 mins


• in a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, shortening, sugar, and salt. blend together with a pastry cutter until crumbly.
• in a small bowl, mix egg with water. blend into flour mixture. chill in refrigerator until ready to use.

chicken scampi ii

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 4 boneless chicken breast halves, sliced lengthwise into thirds

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 25 mins


• in a skillet heat the butter or margarine and oil over medium high until the butter/margarine melts. add the parsley, basil, oregano and garlic and salt and mix together in the skillet. stir in lemon juice.
• then add the chicken and saute for about 3 minutes or until white. lower the heat and cook for about 10 to 15 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear. more butter/margarine can be added if needed.

Sarah's Applesauce

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 4 apples - peeled, cored and chopped
• 3/4 cup water
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 30 mins


• in a saucepan, combine apples, water, sugar, and cinnamon. cover, and cook over medium heat for 15 to 20 minutes, or until apples are soft. allow to cool, then mash with a fork or potato masher.

doggie biscuits i

Ingredients

• Servings: 3
• 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cornmeal
• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1 1/2 cups water, or as needed
• 1/2 cup canola oil
• 2 eggs
• 3 tablespoons peanut butter
• 2 tablespoons vanilla extract

Recipe

Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 15 mins


• preheat oven to 400 degrees f (200 degrees c). grease cookie sheets.
• mix together whole-wheat flour, all-purpose flour, cornmeal and oats. make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and gradually pour in water, oil, eggs, peanut butter and vanilla. mix well.
• on a flat surface use a rolling pin to roll out the dough. cut the dough into dog biscuit shapes using a cookie cutter. place the biscuits the prepared cookie sheet.
• bake the cookies for 20 minutes. after the biscuits have cooked 20 minutes turn off the oven off but let the biscuits remain inside the oven for another 20 minutes to harden.

exquisite pizza sauce

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
• 6 fluid ounces warm water (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)
• 3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon anchovy paste (optional)
• 3/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram
• 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
• salt to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 40 mins


• in a small bowl, combine tomato paste, water, parmesan cheese, garlic, honey, anchovy paste, onion powder, oregano, marjoram, basil, ground black pepper, cayenne pepper, red pepper flakes and salt; mix together, breaking up any clumps of cheese.
• sauce should sit for 30 minutes to blend flavors; spread over pizza dough and prepare pizza as desired.

Brown Family's Favorite

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree
• 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
• 2 egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 egg whites
• 1 (9 inch) unbaked pie shell
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons butter, chilled
• 1 cup chopped walnuts

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

Ready Time: 1 hr 30 mins


• preheat the oven to 425 degrees f (220 degrees c).
• in a large bowl, mix together the pumpkin, sweetened condensed milk, and egg yolks. stir in 1 teaspoon cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt. in a large glass or metal bowl, whip egg whites until soft peaks form. gently fold into pumpkin mixture. pour filling into pie shell.
• bake for 15 minutes in the preheated oven. while the pie is baking, prepare the streusel topping: in a small bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. blend in the cold butter with a fork or pastry blender until the mixture is crumbly. mix in the chopped nuts. sprinkle the topping over the pie.
• reduce the heat to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). bake an additional 40 minutes, or until set.

chicken makhani (indian butter chicken)

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 tablespoon peanut oil
• 1 shallot, finely chopped
• 1/4 white onion, chopped
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon ginger garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/4 cup plain yogurt
• 1 cup half-and-half
• 1 cup tomato puree
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
• 1 pinch salt
• 1 pinch black pepper
• 1 tablespoon peanut oil
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 pinch cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1/4 cup water

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 35 mins


• heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large saucepan over medium high heat. saute shallot and onion until soft and translucent. stir in butter, lemon juice, ginger-garlic paste, 1 teaspoon garam masala, chili powder, cumin and bay leaf. cook, stirring, for 1 minute. add tomato sauce, and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently. stir in half-and-half and yogurt. reduce heat to low, and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring frequently. season with salt pepper. remove from heat and set aside.
• heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. cook chicken until lightly browned, about 10 minutes. reduce heat, and season with 1 teaspoon garam masala and cayenne. stir in a few spoonfuls of sauce, and simmer until liquid has reduced, and chicken is no longer pink. stir cooked chicken into sauce.
• mix together cornstarch and water, then stir into the sauce. cook for 5 to 10 minutes, or until thickened.

birthday bones

Ingredients

• Servings: 18
• 2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 cup unsalted natural peanut butter
• 1 cup skim milk

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 35 mins


• preheat the oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c). grease cookie sheets. stir together the flour and baking powder; set aside.
• in a medium bowl, mix together the peanut butter and milk. stir in the flour mixture until well blended. turn out dough a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth. roll out to 1/4 inch thickness and cut into shapes using cookie cutters. place 2 inches apart the prepared cookie sheets.
• bake for 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until lightly brown. remove from cookie sheets to cool on wire racks.

Bacon-flavored Dog Biscuits

Ingredients

• Servings: 25
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 10 tablespoons bacon fat, melted
• 5 cups whole wheat flour

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a cookie sheet.
• beat eggs in a large bowl. stir in milk, water, salt, and bacon fat until well blended. gradually stir in flour to make a stiff dough. pinch off pieces of the dough and roll into 2 inch balls. place on prepared baking sheet.
• bake in preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes. cool on racks. store in a covered container in the refrigerator.

Peanut Butter And Pumpkin Dog Treats

Ingredients

• Servings: 25
• 2 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup canned pumpkin
• 2 tablespoons peanut butter
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 40 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
• whisk together the flour, eggs, pumpkin, peanut butter, salt, and cinnamon in a bowl. add water as needed to help make the dough workable, but the dough should be dry and stiff. roll the dough into a 1/2-inch-thick roll. cut into 1/2-inch pieces.
• bake in preheated oven until hard, about 40 minutes.

Pet Cookies

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 2 cups wheat germ
• 3 (2.5 ounce) jars strained chicken baby food
• 1 tablespoon water

Recipe

• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
• in a medium bowl, mix the wheat germ, baby food, and water together. add more water if necessary to form a dough. roll dough into 1 inch balls and place on cookie sheet. flatten slightly with a fork dipped in water. bake for 20 to 25 minutes in the preheated oven.

mouse's macaroni and cheese

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
• 1/4 cup butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon mustard powder
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 cups milk
• 8 ounces american cheese, cubed
• 8 ounces processed cheese food (eg. velveeta), cubed
• 1/4 cup seasoned dry bread crumbs

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 50 mins


• preheat oven to 400 degrees f (205 degrees c). butter a 1 1/2 quart casserole dish. bring a saucepan of lightly salted water to a boil. add macaroni, and cook until not quite done, about 6 minutes. drain.
• in a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. blend in the flour, mustard powder, and pepper until smooth. slowly stir in the milk, beating out any lumps. add the american and processed cheeses, and stir constantly until the sauce is thick and smooth.
• drain noodles, and stir them into the cheese sauce. transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish. sprinkle bread crumbs over the top.
• cover the dish, and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until sauce is thick and bubbly.

Blueberry And Banana Steel Cut Oats

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 2 cups water
• 2 cups almond milk
• 2 cups blueberries
• 2 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1 cup steel-cut oats
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 5 hrs

Ready Time: 5 hrs 10 mins


• stir water, almond milk, blueberries, bananas, oats, honey, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt together in the crock of a slow cooker.
• cook on low for 5 to 8 hours.

doggie birthday cake

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup peanut butter
• 1/4 cup cooking oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/3 cup honey (optional)
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 1 cup whole wheat or white flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 15 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease a 6 cup ring mold.
• combine the egg, peanut butter, oil, vanilla, and honey, if desired, in a large bowl; blend well. stir in the carrots and mix thoroughly. sift together the flour and baking soda and fold into the carrot mixture. spoon cake batter into prepared pan.
• bake in preheated oven for 40 minutes. let cake cool in pan for 10 minutes; then turn out a wire rack to cool completely.

peanut butter and banana dog biscuits

Ingredients

• Servings: 10
• 1 egg
• 1/3 cup peanut butter
• 1/2 cup mashed banana
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1/2 cup wheat germ
• 1 egg white, lightly beaten, for brushing

Recipe

Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 55 mins


• preheat oven to 300 degrees f (150 degrees c). lightly grease a baking sheet.
• stir together the egg, peanut butter, banana, and honey in a medium bowl; blend thoroughly. stir in the flour and wheat germ; mix well. turn dough out a floured board and roll to 1/4 inch thick. cut into desired shapes with a cookie cutter, place on prepared baking sheet, and brush tops with egg white.
• bake biscuits in preheated oven until dried and golden brown, about 30 minutes, depending on size. remove from oven and cool on a wire rack.

garlic-lemon double stuffed chicken

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• oil, for greasing pan
• 8 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
• 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, cut into 1/2 inch slices
• 1 (8 ounce) package cheddar cheese, cut into 1/2 inch slices
• 1 cup milk
• 1 1/2 cups italian seasoned bread crumbs
• 1/2 cup grated romano cheese
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 3/4 cup butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt, or to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional)

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 50 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly coat a large, shallow baking dish with oil.
• butterfly each breast by slicing in half horizontally through the center, cutting almost but not completely through. place one slice each of cheddar and cream cheese in the center of each breast. close again as if placing between the pages of a book. set aside.
• pour milk into a shallow bowl. in a separate bowl, combine breadcrumbs and romano cheese. carefully dip each breast first in milk, then in breadcrumb mixture, patting lightly to firmly coat. place breasts side by side in a single layer in pre-oiled baking dish, tucking edges under to seal.
• melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. stir in lemon juice and garlic, and drizzle evenly over chicken. season breasts with garlic salt and paprika, if using.
• bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until no longer pink in center and juices run clear.

Pet Cookies

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 2 cups wheat germ
• 3 (2.5 ounce) jars strained chicken baby food
• 1 tablespoon water

Recipe

• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
• in a medium bowl, mix the wheat germ, baby food, and water together. add more water if necessary to form a dough. roll dough into 1 inch balls and place on cookie sheet. flatten slightly with a fork dipped in water. bake for 20 to 25 minutes in the preheated oven.

Maple Salmon

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
• 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 pound salmon

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• in a small bowl, mix the maple syrup, soy sauce, garlic, garlic salt, and pepper.
• place salmon in a shallow glass baking dish, and coat with the maple syrup mixture. cover the dish, and marinate salmon in the refrigerator 30 minutes, turning once.
• preheat oven to 400 degrees f (200 degrees c).
• place the baking dish in the preheated oven, and bake salmon uncovered 20 minutes, or until easily flaked with a fork.

braised balsamic chicken

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
• 1 teaspoon garlic salt
• ground black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 35 mins


• season both sides of chicken breasts with garlic salt and pepper.
• heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook seasoned chicken breasts until chicken is browned, 3 to 4 minutes per side. add onion; cook and stir until onion is browned, 3 to 4 minutes.
• pour diced tomatoes and balsamic vinegar over chicken; season with basil, oregano, rosemary and thyme. simmer until chicken is no longer pink and the juices run clear, about 15 minutes. an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees f (74 degrees c).

doggie biscuits i

Ingredients

• Servings: 3
• 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cornmeal
• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1 1/2 cups water, or as needed
• 1/2 cup canola oil
• 2 eggs
• 3 tablespoons peanut butter
• 2 tablespoons vanilla extract

Recipe

Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 15 mins


• preheat oven to 400 degrees f (200 degrees c). grease cookie sheets.
• mix together whole-wheat flour, all-purpose flour, cornmeal and oats. make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and gradually pour in water, oil, eggs, peanut butter and vanilla. mix well.
• on a flat surface use a rolling pin to roll out the dough. cut the dough into dog biscuit shapes using a cookie cutter. place the biscuits the prepared cookie sheet.
• bake the cookies for 20 minutes. after the biscuits have cooked 20 minutes turn off the oven off but let the biscuits remain inside the oven for another 20 minutes to harden.

Simple Lemon Herb Chicken

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
• 1 lemon
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pinch dried oregano
• 2 sprigs fresh parsley, for garnish

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 25 mins


• cut lemon in half, and squeeze juice from 1/2 lemon on chicken. season with salt to taste. let sit while you heat oil in a small skillet over medium low heat.
• when oil is hot, put chicken in skillet. as you saute chicken, add juice from other 1/2 lemon, pepper to taste, and oregano. saute for 5 to 10 minutes each side, or until juices run clear. serve with parsley for garnish.

Slow Cooker Cilantro Lime Chicken

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 (16 ounce) jar salsa
• 1 (1.25 ounce) package dry taco seasoning mix
• 1 lime, juiced
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• 3 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 4 hrs

Ready Time: 4 hrs 10 mins


• place the salsa, taco seasoning, lime juice, and cilantro into a slow cooker, and stir to combine. add the chicken breasts, and stir to coat with the salsa mixture. cover the cooker, set to high, and cook until the chicken is very tender, about 4 hours. if desired, set cooker to low and cook 6 to 8 hours. shred chicken with 2 forks to serve.

Margaritas

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 (12 fluid ounce) can frozen limeade concentrate
• 12 fluid ounces tequila
• 12 fluid ounces water
• 12 fluid ounces
• ice
• 1 lime, cut into wedges

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 5 mins


• pour limeade, tequila, water, and into a large pitcher. stir until well-blended, and limeade has melted. add plenty of ice, and garnish with lime wedges. adjust with additional water, if needed.

coconut macaroons iii

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 5 1/2 cups flaked coconut
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 25 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). line cookie sheets with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
• in a large bowl, stir together the flour, coconut and salt. stir in the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla using your hands until well blended. use an ice cream scoop to drop dough the prepared cookie sheets. cookies should be about golf ball size.
• bake for 12 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven, until coconut is toasted.

pizza margherita from fleischmann's®

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• thin crust:
• 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, divided, or more as needed
• 1 (.25 ounce) envelope fleischmann's® pizza crust yeast or rapidrise yeast
• 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup very warm water (120 degrees to 130 degrees f)*
• 2 tablespoons mazola® extra virgin olive oil
• toppings:
• 2 tablespoons mazola® extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic
• freshly ground spice islands® sea salt adjustable grinder
• 2 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil***
• 1 cup shredded italian cheese blend
• 1 teaspoon spice islands® italian herb seasoning

Recipe

• preheat oven to 425 degrees f.
• combine 1 cup flour, undissolved yeast, sugar and salt in a large bowl. add very warm water and oil; mix until well blended, about 1 minute.
• gradually add enough remaining flour to make a soft dough. dough should form a ball and will be slightly sticky. knead** on a floured surface, adding additional flour if necessary, until smooth and elastic, about 4 minutes. (if using rapidrise yeast, let dough rest at this point for 10 minutes.)
• pat dough with floured hands to fill greased pizza pan or baking sheet. or roll dough on a floured counter to 12-inch circle; place in greased pizza pan or baking sheet. form a rim by pinching the edge of the dough.
• for toppings: combine oil and garlic; brush over crust. top with freshly ground sea salt. add tomato slices and basil; sprinkle with cheese. finish with a sprinkle of italian herb seasoning.
• bake on lowest oven rack for 12 to 15 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and crust is browned.

ground beef taco flatbread

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 pound lean ground beef
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 small yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, diced
• 1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning
• 1 pinch red pepper flakes, or to taste
• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• 1 (11 ounce) package pizza dough
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 small green onion, minced

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 30 mins


• heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease. add yellow onion, garlic, taco seasoning, and red pepper flakes; cook and stir until onion is tender, about 10 minutes.
• heat oil in a separate skillet over medium heat.
• roll dough into a thin crust a work surface; cut into 6 equal pieces.
• fry each piece of dough in the hot oil until golden, about 1 minute per side. transfer cooked flatbread to a paper towel-lined plate.
• top each flatbread with ground beef mixture, cheddar cheese, and green onion.

Simple Whole Wheat Bread

Ingredients

• Servings: 3
• 3 cups warm water (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)
• 2 (.25 ounce) packages active dry yeast
• 1/3 cup honey
• 5 cups bread flour
• 3 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1/3 cup honey
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 3 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 3 hrs


• in a large bowl, mix warm water, yeast, and 1/3 cup honey. add 5 cups white bread flour, and stir to combine. let set for 30 minutes, or until big and bubbly.
• mix in 3 tablespoons melted butter, 1/3 cup honey, and salt. stir in 2 cups whole wheat flour. flour a flat surface and knead with whole wheat flour until not real sticky - just pulling away from the counter, but still sticky to touch. this may take an additional 2 to 4 cups of whole wheat flour. place in a greased bowl, turning once to coat the surface of the dough. cover with a dishtowel. let rise in a warm place until doubled.
• punch down, and divide into 3 loaves. place in greased 9 x 5 inch loaf pans, and allow to rise until dough has topped the pans by one inch.
• bake at 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) for 25 to 30 minutes; do not overbake. lightly brush the tops of loaves with 2 tablespoons melted butter or margarine when done to prevent crust from getting hard. cool completely

Ants On A Log

Ingredients

• Servings: 10
• 5 stalks celery
• 1/2 cup peanut butter
• 1/4 cup raisins

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 5 mins


• cut the celery stalks in half. spread with peanut butter. sprinkle with raisins.

gourmet hangover omelet

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 4 slices peppered turkey bacon, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons minced onion
• 1/4 cup diced green bell pepper
• 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup diced yellow bell pepper
• 1/4 cup diced orange bell pepper
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• 1 dash worcestershire sauce
• 1 pinch cayenne pepper
• 1/4 cup scotch whiskey
• 3 eggs
• 1 pinch chinese five-spice powder
• 1/4 cup shredded monterey jack cheese
• 1/4 cup shredded gouda cheese
• 1/4 cup salsa
• 2 tablespoons sour cream
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives

Recipe

Preparation Time: 45 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• place the turkey bacon in a large, nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. cook for about 30 seconds until the grease starts to render from the turkey. stir in the garlic and onion, and cook for a few minutes until the aroma of the garlic mellows and the turkey has fully cooked. stir in the green, red, yellow, and orange bell peppers, then add the basil, parsley, worcestershire sauce, and cayenne pepper. cook and stir until the peppers begin to soften, about 3 minutes. pour in the scotch, and simmer until evaporated. scrape the pepper mixture into a bowl, and keep warm.
• return the skillet to the stove over medium-low heat. whisk together the eggs and five-spice powder until smooth. pour into the skillet, and stir briefly until the egg begins to coagulate. sprinkle with the monterey jack cheese and gouda cheese. continue cooking until the cheese begins to melt, then place the pepper mixture the omelet in a strip running down the center. fold the sides of the omelet over the filling, and slide a plate. cut the omelet in half, and dot each serving with salsa and sour cream. sprinkle with chives to serve.

Easy Sweet Potato Gratin

Ingredients

• Servings: 12
• 1/4 cup canola oil
• 2 large onions, thinly sliced
• 4 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and very thinly sliced
• 2 cups heavy whipping cream
• 1 cup maple syrup
• salt to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

Ready Time: 1 hr 45 mins


• preheat oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c).
• heat oil in a skillet over medium-low heat; cook and stir onions until tender and golden, about 30 minutes.
• place sweet potatoes in a large bowl.
• heat cream and maple syrup together in a saucepan over high heat; cook and stir until almost boiling, about 5 minutes. pour 2/3 the cream mixture over sweet potatoes; toss to evenly coat.
• layer potatoes in a 9x13-inch casserole dish, seasoning with salt every 5 to 6 layers. pour remaining cream mixture over potatoes until potatoes are 3/4 covered. cover dish with aluminum foil.
• bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. remove aluminum foil and gently stir potatoes; top with caramelized onions. bake until potatoes are tender, about 20 more minutes. allow to cool for about 30 minutes before serving.