Here's a wonton recipe to rival homemade ravioli. Just remember to share the results with someone who appreciates your efforts. Or, make it all for yourself if there's no Chinese take-out nearby! Ingredients 1/4 lb. ground pork 1/2 C frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry 2 T green onions, chopped fine 1/2 t soy sauce 1/2 t dark sesame oil 1/8 t ginger 1/8 t salt 1/8 t sugar 8 wonton wrappers 1 T canola oil 1/2 C water 1/2 C Asian plum sauce 1 T white wine vinegar 1 t brown sugar, packed Instructions Place pork into a mixing bowl; add spinach and green onion; lightly … [Read more...]
Sweet Potato Salad
The old potato salad gets a sweet, and healthy, update in this Sweet Potato Salad Recipe. This chilled salad, with raisins and pecans, is perfect for holiday gatherings and makes a great side dish for Easter dinner. Ingredients 6 cup fresh sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed 1 cup mayonnaise 1/2 cup brown sugar, firmly packed 1 cup pecans, toasted and chopped 1/2 cup raisins Instructions Cover the potatoes in water in a pot. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce and simmer until fork tender (about 10 minutes). Drain and cool for 5 minutes. Combine mayonnaise and brown … [Read more...]
Sweet Potato
Here's an easy sweet potato recipe for holidays or any time you're in the mood for Sweets. The brown sugar gives that candied taste. Try not to overdo it. Ingredients 6 sweet potatoes, washed, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch slices 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed 1/2 tsp salt 3 Tbsp butter 1 1/4 cups hot water Instructions Preheat oven to 350F (180C). In a baking dish, lay out the sweet potatoes. Mix the sugar. salt, butter and water. Pour over the potatoes. Cover and bake for 40 minutes. Remove cover and bake until potatoes are tender, about 30 minutes. … [Read more...]
Crock Pot Stuffed Apples
Stuffed Apples is a recipe that proves that anything you cook in a conventional oven can also be cooked in a crock pot. It is quick to prepare and once in the slow cooker you can forget about it. Ingredients 6 medium red tart apples 1 cup light brown sugar 1/4 cup raisins 1 dried apricot per apple 1 Tbsp orange peel 1/4 cup butter 2 cups very hot water 3 Tbsp orange juice concentrate Instructions Wash and core the apples, but don't peel them. In a pan that will fit in your slow cooker, stand up the apples. Butter the pan first. Fill the core cavities with the brown sugar, … [Read more...]
Southern Meatloaf
This Southern Meatloaf recipe coats the ground beef mixture with a sauce made of brown sugar, mustard, cider vinegar, Worcestershire and tomato sauces. While each Southern state has its own version of meatloaf, this one doesn't take long to put together and the taste is terrific. Ingredients 2 lbs lean ground beef 1/2 cup bread crumbs 1 medium onion, finely chopped 1 egg, beaten 1 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp pepper 1 can tomato sauce, 8-ounce (225 grams) divided 1/2 cup water 2 Tbsp cider vinegar 3 Tbsp dark brown sugar 2 Tbsp prepared mustard 2 Tbsp Worcestershire … [Read more...]
Rhubarb Crisp
Rhubarb Crisp (sometimes called rhubarb crumble) has a tangy fresh taste, but is often overlooked when selecting a dessert recipe. Discover for yourself how tasty such a simple dish can be. Ingredients 3 cups rhubarb stalks, cut in 1-inch pieces 3/4 cup sugar 1 egg, well beaten 1/4 cup butter (1/2 stick) 1/3 cup brown sugar, firmly packed 2/3 cup flour Instructions Mix together the rhubarb, sugar, and egg. Place in 9 inch square casserole dish. Combine the butter, brown sugar and flour to a bread crumb consistency. Sprinkle over the rhubarb mixture. Bake in a 350F (175C) … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Smoothie
This thick and delicious Pumpkin Smoothie blends yogurt with the distinctive tastes of fall: pumpkin, nutmeg and cinnamon. Serve with a dollop of whipped cream and seasonal sprinkles for a finishing touch. Ingredients 1/2 cup pumpkin puree 3/4 cup vanilla yogurt 2 tsp brown sugar 1/4 tsp cinnamon 1/8 tsp nutmeg 4 ice cubes Instructions Place pumpkin, yogurt and brown sugar in the blender. Pulse just enough to combine. Sprinkle in the nutmeg and cinnamon. Add the ice cubes and blend until smooth and thick. Serve in your favorite glasses. Yield: 2 Servings … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Cheese Cake
This Pumpkin Cheese Cake Recipe removes some of the guilt of holiday indulgences without sacrificing taste. Light ingredients such as no-fat cottage cheese and lite cream cheese replace the usual calorie-packed items to produce a delicious, moist treat. Ingredients 1/3 cup lite margarine, at room temperature 2 cups graham-cracker crumbs 1 (24 oz.) container no fat cottage cheese 1 (12 oz.) container lite cream-cheese 1 1/4 cups light brown sugar, packed firm 2 lg. egg whites 2 lg. whole eggs 2 cups pumpkin puree 2 Tbsp cornstarch 2 tsp pumpkin-pie spice 1 tsp vanilla … [Read more...]
Upside Down Pineapple Cupcake
These Pineapple Cupcakes Upside Down make a delicious treat and an attractive addition to any table. Serve for parties and special after school treats. Ingredients 6 Tbsp of butter, cubed 1 cup light brown sugar, packed 2 Tbsp light corn syrup 1 small pineapple, peeled, cored and cut into slices 12 maraschino cherries, drained well 3 eggs 2 cup of sugar 1 cup vegetable oil 1 (8 oz.) container of sour cream 2 tsp vanilla 2 1/2 cup of flour 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt Instructions Preheat oven to 350F degrees. Coat muffin cups with non-stick … [Read more...]
Microwave Christmas Pudding
Microwave Christmas Pudding is the quickest way to produce tasty Christmas puddings in individual servings.This dessert recipe is ideal when you have last-minute guests, no matter what the holiday or occasion. Ingredients 2 3/4 cups (500gm) of mixed dried fruit 1/3 cup (80ml) Brandy 4 ounces (125gm) butter 3/4 cup (150gm) firmly packed brown sugar 2 Tbsp golden syrup 2 eggs 1 large apple, peeled, cored and coarsely grated 3/4 cup (110gm) flour 2 heaping tsp mixed spice 1/2 tsp baking soda Instructions Combine fruit and brandy in another microwave-safe bowl; cook covered … [Read more...]
