Monthly Archives for August 2009
Zucchini Cake
Pin ItThis is one of my favorites! Zucchini Cake:2 1/2 cups flour2 cups sugar1 tsp ground cinnamon1 tsp salt1/2 tsp baking powder1/2 tsp baking soda1 cup vegetable oil4 eggs2 cups shredded zucchini1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans In bowl, combine … Continue reading
Key Lime Pie
Pin It11 graham crackers, or 1 cup of graham cracker crumbs3 tsp sugar5 tbsp margarine (melted) Crush the graham crackers in food processor. Pour into 9″ pie pan. Stir in sugar. Add in melted margarine. Press firmly into pan and … Continue reading
Chicken and Biscuits
Pin It1/2 split chicken or 2 breasts (bone in)1 medium onion, chopped1/4 cup cornstarch1/4 cup waterBiscuits Boil chicken in large pot until done. Remove chicken, debone. Pour broth into 9×13 casserole dish. Add onion and deboned chicken. Stir together cornstarch … Continue reading
Cheesy Chicken and Rice Soup
Pin It1/2 split chicken or 2 breasts (bone-in)1 onion, chopped1 bell pepper, chopped1 clove garlic, minced2 tbs. Mrs. Dash seasoning2 cups uncooked rice1 tsp salt1 tsp pepper12 ounces velveeta Boil chicken in large pot. Once done, remove chicken and debone. … Continue reading
Black Bean Soup
Pin It1/2 split chicken, or 2 breasts (bone in)8 oz dried black beans (or 3 cans)1 medium onion, chopped1 bell pepper, chopped3 cloves garlic, minced2 jalapeno peppers, minced (optional)1 tsp olive oil, vegetable oil, or butter1 can diced tomatoes (or … Continue reading
Cooking Day
Pin ItI have spent the entire day slaving over the stove- yes, really! Although our freezer space is limited, I want to have some pre-made meals and items put up. Our schedule is just getting more and more hectic, and … Continue reading
Meatball Soup
Pin It1 package frozen meatballs ($.75)1 jar spaghetti sauce ($.25)2 1/2 cups water1 package cheese tortellini ($1)1/2 cup Parmesan cheese ($.50) In large pot, combine meatballs, sauce, water, and tortellini. Bring to boil. Reduce to simmer for 20 minutes, or … Continue reading
Dinner: 7/31/09
Pin ItWe ended up eating out last night instead of tonight, which is a perfect example of why you should always leave wiggle room in your menu plan. I was busy all day, so I needed a quick fix. Pork … Continue reading
Chicken and Veggie Alfredo
Pin It1 box penne pasta, cooked according to package (any other pasta will work)1 lb. diced boneless, skinless chicken breasts1 jar Ragu Roasted Garlic Parmesan (or any other white pasta sauce you have stockpiled)2 tsp olive oil (or butter) Any … Continue reading