My kids LOVE cheesy bread...and we always get some whenever we order out pizza. Since I love to come up with homemade alternatives, I decided to try my hand at making some cheesy bread. We were very happy with the results! My kids LOVED it! Enjoy! HOMEMADE CHEESY BREAD Crust: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon honey 1 teaspoon sea salt 2 1/2 cups whole wheat flour (or half white, half … [Read more...]
Whole Wheat Macaroni and Cheese
My kids love macaroni and cheese...so I came up with a homemade version instead of the boxed stuff. No, it is not the same, but it is pretty good! Enjoy! WHOLE WHEAT MACARONI & CHEESE 2 cups whole wheat elbow macaroni 1/4 cup butter 1/4 cup whole wheat flour 2 cups chicken broth (or use 2 cups water & 2 teas. chicken bouillon granules) 2/3 cup milk 1 teaspoon sea salt 2 cups … [Read more...]
Brown Rice Casserole
I don't think I've posted this recipe before so I hope you enjoy it. This Brown Rice Casserole is a great way to use up some leftover chicken or turkey and vegetables! BROWN RICE CASSEROLE 2 cups brown rice, uncooked 1 teaspoon dried basil 2 teaspoons dried parsley cubed, cooked meat (chicken, turkey, etc.) fresh or frozen vegetables, chopped as needed (onion, carrots, peas, … [Read more...]
Fish Coating Mix
1 cup yellow cornmeal 1 cup whole wheat flour 2 teaspoons sea salt 1/2 teaspoon fine ground black pepper 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder Mix all ingredients together and store in a ziplock bag or covered container in the freezer. To Use: Put some coating mix in a bowl or pan. Wash fish fillets in water, then roll in coating mix. Heat oil (I like to … [Read more...]
Ham & Cheese Hot Pockets
2 cups ham, cooked and cubed 1 cup Swiss cheese, chopped or grated 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded 1/4 cup celery, chopped 1 tablespoon minced onion 1 teaspoon dry mustard 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1/3 cup mayonnaise (used on serving day only) 2 loaves of bread dough (see recipe below) [Note: If you want to have some meat mixture in the freezer for a quick meal later, double or triple the … [Read more...]
Crockpot Shepherd’s Pie
INGREDIENTS: 1 pound ground turkey or beef (or other meat) 2 cloves garlic, chopped 1 tablespoon onion flakes 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon paprika 2 cups frozen vegetables 1 cup water 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese 3 cups leftover mashed potatoes HOW TO MAKE: This recipe will fit a 4-quart crockpot. You can easily double this … [Read more...]
Chicken Pot Pie
1/4 cup butter 1 teaspoon minced onion (dried) 1 clove garlic, minced (or 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder) 1/3 cup whole wheat flour 1 1/2 cups chicken broth (or use 2 bouillon cubes or 2 teaspoons bouillon granules & 1 1/2 cups water) 1 1/2 cups milk 2 cups chopped, cooked chicken 2 cups leftover vegetables (canned or frozen, slightly thawed) 1/4 teaspoon sea salt 1/4 … [Read more...]
