Ingredients: 9 ounces fresh spinach, chopped (about 4-5 cups of packed, chopped spinach)1 tablespoon water2+ cups flour1/2 teaspoon salt or garlic saltdash of pepper or seasoned pepper1/4 cup oil Instructions: 1. In a large pan or skillet over medium to medium-low heat, cook spinach in water. Cover, stirring occasionally, until… Read more »
Simple instructions for making delicious pintos from dried beans! Yield: varies Ingredients: Dried pinto beansWaterSalt Instructions: 1. Wash pinto beans in water. Sort out any rocks or other items, if needed. Be sure you’re using beans that aren’t too old, or they will never cook soft enough no matter how… Read more »
picy grilled chicken breast served with a fresh salsa made with tomato, avocado, and green onions Yield: 4 servings Ingredients: Chicken ingredients: 4 large (6-8 ounces each) boneless skinless chicken breastssaltblack pepper1/4 cup fresh finely chopped cilantrooil, preferably in a spray bottleTapatio hot sauce Avocado salsa ingredients: 2 cups chopped… Read more »
A cheesy, creamy layer of spaghetti squash topped with a flavorful spaghetti sauce with meat for a delicious baked casserole! Yield: 16 servings Ingredients: 2 medium-large spaghetti squashes (about 6 [packed] cups of cooked squash all together)2 tablespoons butter1 small-medium onion, chopped2 cloves garlic, minced1/2 green bell pepper, chopped8 ounces… Read more »
Easy, healthy whole wheat oatmeal waffles Yield: 4-6 servings Ingredients: 2 cups whole wheat flour1 cup quick oats4 teaspoons baking powder2 1/2 cups milk2 tablespoons oil2 eggsSyrup, jam, butter, fresh fruit, or whipped cream, for serving Instructions: 1. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, oats, and baking… Read more »
Crisp-tender grilled asparagus spears seasoned with garlic, soy sauce and pepper Yield: 4 servings Ingredients: 1 pound fresh asparagus spears2 tablespoons oil1 tablespoon soy sauce*1 teaspoon garlic salt8-10 cranks of black pepper Instructions: 1. In clean water, soak 4 long bamboo skewers for at least 20-30 minutes. If using shorter… Read more »
A festive homemade applesauce spiced with cinnamon, cloves, and allspice, with a handful of cranberries and lightly sweetened Yield: 6 cups (12 servings) Ingredients: 5 large cooking apples (not Red Delicious), peeled, cored, and diced (~1-inch chunks)1 cup fresh cranberries, rinsed1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground cloves*1/4 teaspoon ground allspice*2… Read more »
Broccoli and cauliflower florets tossed with olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper and grilled Yield: 4-6 servings Ingredients: 2 medium-large red onions, cut into halves and thickly sliced4 cups broccoli florets (bite-size)1 medium head cauliflower, washed, trimmed and cut into florets (bite-size)2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon black pepper1-2 tablespoons minced garlic… Read more »
Easy and delicious fresh tomato salsa with onions, jalapenos, and cilantro Yield: 8-10 servings Ingredients: 6 medium-large ripe tomatoes1 large sweet oniona handful of fresh cilantrojuice of 1 fresh lime OR 1/2 fresh lemon2-3 fresh jalapeno pepperssalt to taste, optional Instructions: 1. Wash, core, and dice tomatoes. Chop onion and… Read more »
Spicy grilled chicken breast served with a fresh salsa made with tomato, avocado, and green onions Yield: 4 servings Ingredients: Chicken ingredients: 4 large (6-8 ounces each) boneless skinless chicken breastssaltblack pepper1/4 cup fresh finely chopped cilantrooil, preferably in a spray bottleTapatio hot sauce Avocado salsa ingredients: 2 cups chopped… Read more »
