Polenta

Combine into small pot… 1 cup yello cornmeal 1 cup cold water 1 teaspoon salt Stir in… 4 cusp boiling water Stir constantly over low heat for 15 minutes. Add and stir… 2 tablespoons unsalted butter Sprinkle each each individual serving with melted butter and some grated cheese. Serve hot. Serves about 4-5. BONUS Sauteed Polenta Put any leftover polenta in a shallow pan and refridgerate. Cut into 1/2 inch slices and slowly saute the slices in a mixture of half olive oil and half butter. ...

May 16, 2025 · 1 min

Chicken Stir Fry

In a large saute pan (or wok), fry on high heat for 2-3 minutes… 1 tablespoon sesame oil 2 boneless skinless chicken thighs, sliced into thin pieces or strips 1 tablesppon fresh ginger, minced Add… 1 tablesppon sugar substitute (stevia, honey, maple syrup, coconut sugar, etc). 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon xanthan gum 1/4 cup soy sauce (tamari) 1/2 cup water Stir well; simmer for 5 minutes. ...

May 15, 2025 · 1 min

Chicken Noodle Casserole

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Prepare 2 cups cooked chicken from leftovers, canned, rotisserie, etc. Cook as directed on package… 8 ounce package egg noodles, broad style In large skillet, over medium heat, melt 1/2 cup unsalted butter then cook until lightly brown… 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced Stir in… 1/3 cup all-purpose flour Once the mixture is stirred completely, add the following whisking until thickened… 1 cup milk 2 cups chicken broth (stock works just fine) generous pinch of rubbed sage salt and fresh cracked pepper to taste Combine… ...

May 15, 2025 · 1 min

Pecan Pie Bars

Let 1 package refrigerated sugar cookie dough stand at room temperature for 15 minutes. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease 9x13 with shortening (e.g., Crisco) or unsalted butter. In a stand mixer, beat (medium speed) the soften cookie dough with 1/2 cup all purpose flour. Press the dough evenly onto bottom and a bit up the sides of the prepared pan then bake for 20 minutes. While the dough bakes, beat 3 large eggs in bowl until light and fluffy. ...

May 14, 2025 · 1 min

Focaccia

In a large bowl, whisk together… 4 cups all-purpose flour or bread flour 2 teaspoons salt 2 teaspoons instant yeast, (sometimes called rapid rise). Add… 2 cups warm water, made by combining 1/2 cup boiling water with 1 1/2 cups cold water Using a rubber spatula, mix until the liquid is absorbed and the ingredients form a sticky dough ball. Using a generous amount of olive oil, rub the surface of the dough. ...

May 12, 2025 · 2 min

Instant Pot French Dip

Select SAUTE on the Instant Pot. While waiting for HOT (approximately 8 mintues) to display, season all sides of 2-3 pounds chuck roast with salt and fresh cracked black pepper. Once HOT shows, add 1 tablesppon virgin olive oil and brown the the chuck roast for 10 minutes each side. Remove roast to plate. Saute for 3-4 mintues… 3 white onions, sliced Add and saute for another 1 minute… 6 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary 1/4 teaspoon pinch thyme 2 bay leaves Add and deglaze all the bits off the bottom of the pot with a wooden spoon. ...

May 12, 2025 · 1 min

Protein Bars

Ingredients 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats 3/4 cup peanut butter, almond butter, or cashew butter – I use NuttZo 1 banana, mashed 1/3 cup local honey, agave or real maple syrup pinch salt 1/2 cup ground flax seed 1 cup protein powder – I use chocolate! 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 3/4 cup of dried fruit (blueberries, cranberries, or raisins), mini chocolate chips, unsweetened coconut flakes, and/or nuts (cashew, walnut, or pecan) Instructions ...

May 11, 2025 · 1 min

Cranberry Pie

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Prepare the filling… 2 cups fresh or frozen craberries 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup chopped peacns Pour mixure into a buttered 10″ pie pan (Note: If you do not have a 10" pan, use a 9" and bake for about 8-10 minutes longer.) For the topping, place the following in a mixing bowl and beat until smooth… 3/4 cup butter softened 1 cup sugar Add and beat again until fluffy ...

May 11, 2025 · 1 min

Sugar Cookies

Sift… 3 cups all purpose flour 3/4 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt In electric stand mixer, beat until light in color… 1 cup softened unsalted butter 1 cup white sugar Add and beat to combine… 1 egg, slightly beaten 1 tablespoon milk Put mixer on low-speed, gradually add flour mixture, and beat until the dough pulls away fom the side of the bowl. Dive the dough in half, wrap in waxed paper, pklace in fridge for at least 2 hours. ...

March 4, 2024 · 1 min

Instant Pot Italian Soup

Select SAUTE on the Instant Pot. Once hot, add the following and cook until the sausage is no longer pink. 1 pound sweet Italian sausage 1/2 cup chopped onion Select CANCEL and drain off fat. Add the following to the Instant Pot: 4 cups chicken broth 1 medium zucchini, chopped 1 can (14.5 ounce) crushed tomatoes 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 4 cloves garlic, minced or chopped 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning Secure lid, close pressure-release valve, and set the pot to HIGH for 3 minutes. Once finished, perform a quick-release. ...

February 20, 2024 · 1 min