I need to wake up *quickly*. I have a busy night planned!
I have been waiting for this movie for what seems like FOREVER. And I’m going to my very first midnight movie at the age of 30. Go figure.
I can’t wait!!!
Archive for May, 2008
29 May
Lord help me.
28 May
Late night surfing
I don’t have to be at work until noon tomorrow, so of course I spend my night playing around instead of catching up on sleep. Go me! All of this stuff just looks so good…thought I’d share.
Shirley Effen @ Drinksmixer
Fingerling Potatoes with Herb Vinaigrette @ Simply Recipes
Meyer Lemon Shaker Pie @ The Kitchn
Reese’s Squares @ [...]
28 May
For Sars
Diabetic Recipe Finder
Diabetic Dining
A huge list of healthy cooking blogs
This Mama Cooks
Diet Recipes Blog
I’ll keep adding healthy recipes for you!
28 May
Jicama Salad
Jicama Salad
12 oz. jicama, peeled, cut into strips (1 1/2 in x 1/2 inch)
1/2 cup sliced zucchini
1 small orange, peeled, cut into segments
2-3 thin slices red onion
Cilantro Lime Dressing (recipe follows)
Salt and pepper, to taste
1. Combine all ingredients, except salt and pepper, in salad bowl and toss. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Cilantro Lime [...]
28 May
Chayote with Pepitas
Pepitas are Mexican pumpkin seeds. I saw some this weekend at the Vending Nut Co. in Fort Worth – I’m sure they have them at Central Market and Whole Foods.
Chayote with Pepitas
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 chayote squash, peeled, pitted, cubed
4 tsp. pepitas, toasted
Salt and pepper, to taste
1. Saute onion and garlic [...]
28 May
Greek-Style Green Beans
Greek-Style Green Beans
1/2 cup chopped onion
4 cloves garlic, minced
3/4 tsp. each: dried oregano and basil leaves
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1 can (28 oz) reduced-sodium tomatoes, undrained, coarsely chopped
1 lb. green beans
Salt and pepper, to taste
1. Saute onion, garlic, and herbs in oil in large skillet until onion is tender, 3-4 minutes. Add tomatoes with liquid and [...]
28 May
Seasoned Mashed Black Beans
Seasoned Mashed Black Beans
2 medium onions, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1-2 small jalapeno chilies, minced
2 cans (15 oz each) black beans, rinsed, drained
2 cups reduced-sodium vegetable broth
3/4-1 tsp. dried cumin
1/3 cup chopped cilantro
Salt and pepper, to taste
1. Saute onions, garlic, and jalapeno chili in lightly greased large skillet until tender, about 5 minutes. Add beans and [...]
28 May
Chicken Paprikash
I can’t help but think of Billy Crystal when I hear the word “paprikash”.
Chicken Paprikash
1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breast, cubed (3/4 inch)
1 Tbsp. margarine or butter
1 cup chopped onion
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 Tbsp. flour
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
1 cup chopped tomato
1 tsp. paprika
1/2 cup fat-free [...]
28 May
Speedy Chicken and Ravioli
Speedy Chicken and Ravioli
1 lb. chicken tenders, halved crosswise
2 tsp. minced garlic
3/4 cup each: chopped onion, rinsed, drained, canned kidney beans
1 pkg. (9 oz) fresh sun-dried tomato ravioli, cooked, warm
1 large tomato, cubed
1/2 tsp. dried thyme leaves
Salt and pepper, to taste
1. Cook chicken, garlic, and onion in large lightly greased skillet until chicken is browned, [...]
28 May
Chicken Oscar
Chicken Oscar
2 cups seasoned stuffing mix
1/2 cup reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
6 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (4 oz each)
24 asparagus spears, cooked crisp-tender, warm
6 slices (1/2 oz each) provolone cheese
1. Combine stuffing mix and broth; spoon stuffing into 6 mounds in greased 13×9 baking pan. Top with chicken breasts. Bake, covered, at 350° until chicken [...]
