Ingredients 2 slices whole-grain bread 3 tablespoons hummus ¼ avocado, mashed ½ cup mixed salad greens ¼ medium red bell pepper, sliced ¼ cup sliced cucumber ¼ cup shredded carrot Directions Spread 1 slice of bread with hummus and the other with avocado. Fill the sandwich with greens, bell pepper, cucumber and carrot. Slice in half and serve.
Citrus growers often bundle together bunches of oranges in mesh bags, which you may have noticed are made from red plastic. It’s no coincidence; red bags against orange peels create an optical illusion that makes the fruit appear more vibrantly hued and enticing. The trick works for other citrus — like mandarins, clementines, tangerines, and even some Continue Reading »
INGREDIENTS 2 c. uncooked elbow macaroni 3 hard boiled eggs, chopped 1/2 c. finely chopped onion 1/2 c. chopped celery (about 2 stalks) 1/2 c. chopped red pepper (about ½ of a large pepper) 2 T. sweet pickle relish 1 ½ c. Miracle Whip salad dressing 3 T. yellow mustard 1/2 c. granulated sugar 1 T. white vinegar Continue Reading »
Ketchup According to the USDA, unopened ketchup is safe to store in a pantry or cool cupboard indefinitely, with no need for refrigeration after opening, thanks to its acidic nature. However, you should use it within two months of being opened. To extend the life of your opened ketchup bottle, store it in the fridge for Continue Reading »
Can I Leave Butter On The Counter? It turns out that this concept is a little bit more complicated than a simple yes or no response because it’s more than just a question of safety. Even though, according to Tonja Engen, Land O’Lakes’ Culinary Content Specialist, “the USDA and FDA require that most dairy products Continue Reading »
Ingredients 4 egg yolks ¼ cup sugar or honey ¼ cup hot milk Optional additions: 2 shots rum or brandy 2 Tbsp lemon juice + 1 tsp zest 2 tsp cocoa powder Instructions Using a handheld mixer with the whisk attachment, or using a whisk, beat the egg yolks and sugar together until lightened, thick and doubled in size — about 3-4 minutes with the Continue Reading »
Main ingredients –2 medium sweet potatoes, baked and mashed –14 ounces black or Tuscanini Red Kidney Beans, drained –3 tablespoons oil –1 small onion, diced –2 cloves garlic , crushed or 2 cubes Gefen Frozen Garlic –1 cup cooked brown rice –1 teaspoon cumin –1 teaspoon chili powder –1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley –1 egg –1/2 to 1 cup Gefen Bread Crumbs –1/2 teaspoon salt –1/8 teaspoon pepper For Assembly –hamburger buns, toasted –garlic aioli –sliced Continue Reading »
What You’ll Need 6 (6-inch) whole wheat pita breads Cooking spray 2 tablespoons garlic powder What to Do Preheat the oven to 350 degree F. Cut each pita into 8 equal-sized wedges. Separate each wedge into 2 pieces. Coat both sides of the pita wedges lightly with cooking spray and place in a single Continue Reading »
What You’ll Need 2 tablespoons canola oil 1 1/2 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips 1 (20-ounce) can pineapple chunks in syrup, drained and liquid reserved 1 (8-ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained 1 cup fresh broccoli florets 1 medium-sized red bell pepper, cut into 3/4-inch chunks 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce 1 tablespoon Continue Reading »
What You’ll Need 8 cups popped popcorn 2 tablespoons butter, melted 3 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon What to Do Preheat the oven to 350 degree F. Coat a large rimmed baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray. Place the popcorn in a resealable plastic storage bag.
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