Recipes By KIM

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2010-11-25T08:23:00.001-05:00

HAPPY THANKSGIVING EVERYONE!
OFF TO MAKE SOME COLE SLAW AND AU GRATIN POTATOES IN THE SLOW COOKER.
HAVE A SAFE AND HAPPY HOLIDAY!

Slow Cooker Chicken Stew

2010-11-08T09:14:00.004-05:00

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN STEW
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I threw together a stew last night with ingredients I had around the house. It turned out quite tasty. The chicken gets nice and tender and pulls apart beautifully. My hubby said that it tastes like Thanksgiving in a pot. This picture doesn't do it justice!
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 7 hours
Servings: 4
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Ingredients:
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts chopped into large bites (or leftover Thanksgiving turkey!)
3 large potatoes chopped into large bite-sized pieces
2 cans chicken broth
2 cans cream of mushroom soup
1/4 bag of frozen vegetables (about a 1/2 cup)
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Directions:
1. Toss all ingredients into slow cooker and set on high for 2 hours.
2. After 2 hours, decrease temp on slow cooker to low for remainder of cooking time.
3. Remove lid for last hour of cooking to thicken the stew.
4. Enjoy!

Cinnamon Raisin French Toast

2010-10-05T18:23:00.002-04:00

Okay, I've never actually made this. I was sitting around today and though that it could be quite tasty. Instead of brushing egg onto bread and making french toast....how about brushing egg onto Cinnamon Raisin bread instead. Top with powdered sugar, cinnamon sugar, or syrup. Yummy!

Chocolate Chip Pancakes

2010-05-30T09:41:00.003-04:00

This is so simple and so tasty. If you make them small enough, you can eat them by hand once they cool. They make a great dessert.

Ingredients:

Instant pancake mix..any "just add water" brand

Chocolate chips

Directions:

1. Mix the pancake batter according to the directions on the box.

2. Add a handful or two of chocolate chips to the batter.

3. Cook according to directions on the box.

4. Top with a handful of chocolate chips while still warm.

5. If you you really love chocolate and pancakes...try placing two pancakes on top of eachother with a layer of chocolate chips in between. Top with more chocolate chips.

6. If you let them cool, they are just as tasty and you can eat them with your hands.

7. Enjoy....and don't weigh yourself anytime soon. :)

POTATO SALAD by KIM

2010-04-09T13:00:00.002-04:00

With warm weather and barbecues just around the corner, you better be prepared. Here is a great side dish that will improve any barbecue spread. Make it the night before, and it is sure to be a hit.

POTATO SALAD by KIM
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Chill Time: Several hours
Servings: 10
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Ingredients:
7 large potatoes, peeled and diced
4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
8 oz. low-fat sour cream (I prefer Smart Balance brand for this recipe)
2/3 cup light mayonnaise (I prefer Smart Balance with Omega Plus or Light Miracle Whip)
½ medium red onion, finely chopped
2 stalks of celery, finely chopped
2 Tbsp. distilled white vinegar
1 Tbsp. French’s mustard
½ Tbsp. sweet relish
½ tsp. hot sauce
1/3 tsp. salt
¼ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp. lemon juice
½ tsp. paprika
1/8 tsp. pepper
1/16 tsp. chili powder
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Directions:
In a saucepan, place potatoes in enough water to cover them and boil over medium heat until tender. Approximately 15-20 minutes.
Meanwhile, combine all other ingredients into a large mixing bowl and stir well.
When potatoes are done, drain and rinse with cold water.
Add the drained potatoes into the dressing and mix well.
Chill in refrigerator for several hours in order to let the flavors blend.
Enjoy!

Unfried Rice

2010-03-24T15:48:00.004-04:00

This recipe is great for those of you that love fried rice, but wish it was a little more healthy. You can substitute items to suit your tastes. You could opt for other vegetables, different grains of rice, shredded chicken, or soy sauce if that suits your tastes.

UNFRIED RICE

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Servings: 8

Ingredients:

1 pound ground beef

1/2 large onion, chopped

3 cups instant white rice (or rice of your choice

2 cans (14 1/2 oz) chicken broth

2 cups frozen mixed vegetables

salt, to taste

Directions:

1. In a large saucepan, brown ground beef with onions ans salt until meat no longer pink and drain excess fat. Return meat to saucepan.

2. Meanwhile, cook instant rice according to box directions, but substitute the two cans of broth for the water in the recipe.

3. Cook vegetables in microwave according to bag directions.

4. Combine all ingredients into the saucepan and heat thoroughly until excess liquid absorbed.

5. Enjoy!

Cheesy Pasta Bake

2010-03-12T12:44:00.007-05:00

Cheesy Pasta Bake

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Servings: 8

Ingredients:

1 pound ground beef

1/2 onion, chopped

garlic salt, to taste

1 jar Ragu (your favorite flavor), 1 1b. 10 oz

1 12 to 16 oz. bag of egg noodles, divided in half

8 oz. bag of shredded Italian cheese

24 oz. container of 4% milkfat cottage cheese

8 oz. bag of shredded Mozzarella cheese

1/2 c. water

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

2. Brown beef until almost fully cooked then add onions and garlic salt. Cook until meat is no longer pink.

3. Drain beef and return it to the pan. Add Ragu and heat thoroughly.

4. Meanwhile cook egg noodles two minutes shy of suggested al dente time.

5. Spray a 9" x 13" baking dish with nonstick spray and evenly pour the sauce mixture into the dish.

6. On top of the sauce, evenly spread the Italian cheese.

7. On top of the Italian cheese, evenly spread half of the egg noodles. So far your layers should look like this.

8. Spoon the cottage cheese evenly over the noodles. So far your layers should look like the picture below.

9. Next, add the remaining noodles in an even layer. Your layers should look similar to the picture below.

10. Place 1/2 cup of water in the Ragu jar. Shake it up and pour over the noodles.

11. Top with the mozzarella cheese

12. Cover with aluminum foil and bake at 400 degrees for 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, remove the cover and bake a final 15 minutes.

13. When you remove the pasta bake from the oven it should look like the picture below. Enjoy!

Gram's Cucumber Salad

2010-02-26T09:00:00.005-05:00

This is the recipe by grandmother made for all of our family get-togethers. It is a perfect combination of sweet and sour. .
GRAM'S CUCUMBER SALAD
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Chilling Time: Overnight
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Ingredients:
1 large cucumber, peeled and sliced into 1/2 inch slices
1/2 an onion, sliced into rings
1/4 c. sugar
1/4 c. white distilled vinegar
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Directions:
Place all ingredients in a covered bowl and refrigerate overnight. Stirring occasionally. The cucumbers will release juices overnight. Do not add any additional liquids. Enjoy!

Apple Chunk Mini Muffins

2010-02-11T09:08:00.004-05:00

Once you put the ingredients together, you may think that they are too chunky to form into muffins. Trust me. They will be fine.

APPLE CHUNK MINI MUFFINS

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 11-12 minutes

Servings: 36 muffins

INGREDIENTS:

Muffins:

2 medium apples, chopped into just smaller than dice-sized pieces (I prefer Golden Delicious)

1 Tbsp. water

1 3/4 c. all-purpose flour

1/2 c. raisins

1/2 c. chopped walnuts

1/2 c. Splenda Sugar Blend (or 1/4 c. sugar)

1/2 c. light brown sugar

1/3 c. applesauce

1 tsp. cinnamon

3/4 tsp. baking soda

3/4 tsp. salt

1/2 tsp. baking powder

1/2 tsp. vanilla extract

2 eggs

Topping:

2 Tbsp. sugar

1 tsp. cinnamon

DIRECTIONS:

1. Place diced apples in microwaveable dish with water and heat for 1 1/2 minutes.

2. Combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl and blend until moistened.

3. Place in mini muffin pan to the top. They will not overflow when baked.

4. Sprinkle with topping.

5. Bake at 350 degrees for 11-12 minutes.

6. Remove from oven and let sit for 2 minutes.

7. Scoop out with spoon and cool on wire rack.

8. Enjoy!

Sweet and Sour Cabbage

2010-01-29T13:03:00.004-05:00

After making cole slaw I still had half a head of cabbage left in the fridge. Now, what to do with it? I know! Sweet and sour cabbage. This is my grandmother's recipe. She made this for every get-together. We all loved it. Plus, it doesn't get any simpler than 3 ingredients....okay, maybe 2 ingredients... SWEET AND SOUR CABBAGE

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Resting Time: 3+ hours or overnight

Ingredients:

1/2 head of cabbage, finely chopped

3/4 c. sugar

3/4 c. white vinegar

Directions:

1. Combine all ingredients into a large bowl, and stir well.

2. Refrigerate for several hours to let the flavors blend.

3. Enjoy!

Chicken Enchiladas

2010-01-27T12:57:00.007-05:00

Tonight we are having my husband's favorite meal. Chicken enchiladas. Instead of the usual mild enchilada sauce I used salsa verde. Either way these make a great meal. I can't believe that I haven't posted this recipe yet. Enjoy!
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CHICKEN ENCHILADAS
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Makes: 8 enchiladas
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Ingredients:
1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken
1/2 small onion, chopped
1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
1 Tbsp. worchestershire sauce
3 cloves of garlic, pressed
2 tsp. chili powder
1 tsp. oregano
1 tsp. paprika
1/2 tsp. pepper
1/2 tsp. cumin
1 can (10 oz.) mild enchilada sauce (salsa verde if you want more fire)
8 flour tortillas , 8 inch
3 c. shredded mexican cheese divided (set one cup aside to top the enchiladas)
cooking spray
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Directions:
1. Boil chicken until thoroughly cooked.
2. Shred chicken with fork and place in large mixing bowl.
3. Add in the onion, tomato sauce, worchestershire, garlic, chili powder, oregano, paprika, pepper, and cumin. Mix well. Set aside.
4. Meanwhile, place the stack of tortillas on a microwaveable plate. Place in microwave for 15 seconds. Flip the stack of tortillas and cook for another 15 seconds on the other side.
5. Spray a 9x13" baking pan with cooking spray, and pour half of the enchilada sauce onto the bottom of the pan.
6. Fill each tortilla with the seasoned chicken mix and a heavy sprinkling of cheese.
7. Fold tortillas and place folded side down in baking pan.
8. Pour remaining sauce over folded enchiladas and top with remainder of the cheese.
9. Bake in oven uncovered at 350 degrees for 20 minutes (30 minutes if these were refrigerated).
10. Enjoy!

Ham and Potato Soup

2010-01-18T12:33:00.005-05:00

Nothing can warm you up on a cold winter morning like a hot bowl of delicious, creamy soup.

HAM AND POTATO SOUP

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Servings: 6 bowls

Ingredients:

4 c. potatoes, peeled and diced (~ 4 medium potatoes)

1 1/4 c. water

1 can chicken broth (14 1/2 oz.)

1. c. ham, cooked and diced

1/3 c. celery, finely chopped

1 clove of garlic, pressed

1/2 tsp. ground black pepper

1/8 tsp. salt

6 Tbsp. butter

6 Tbsp. all-purpose flour

2 c. skim milk

1/2 c. mild cheddar cheese, shredded

1/2 c. instant mashed potato flakes (less for thinner soup, more to thicken)

Directions:

1. In a stockpot combine potatoes, water, broth, ham, celery, and garlic. Bring to a boil. Then reduce heat to medium and cook until potatoes are tender. Approx. 15 minutes. Add the pepper and salt once potatoes are done.

2. In a saucepan melt the butter over medium-low heat. Whisk in the flour. Next, stir in milk slowly. Finally, whisk in the cheese. Stir until all cheese is melted and the sauce is thickened. Approx. 4 minutes.

3. Pour contents of the saucepan into the stockpot and add the mashed potato flakes.

4. Stir well and cook until thoroughly heated.

5. Enjoy!

Cole Slaw

2010-01-17T10:18:00.003-05:00

I tried to design this recipe to keep it on the leaner side. It still tastes like regular, rich and tasty cole slaw. I hope you enjoy it as well.
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COLE SLAW
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Refrigerator Time: Overnight to let flavors blend.
Servings: 8
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Ingredients:
8 c. cabbage, shredded
1/4 c. carrots, shredded
1/2 c. light mayonnaise, Smart Balance Omega Plus light mayo works great!
1/3 c. sugar
1/4 c. skim milk
1/4 c. plain yogurt
2 1/2 Tbsp. lemon juice
1 1/2 Tbsp. white vinegar
1/2 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. ground black pepper
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Directions:
1. Finely shred cabbage and carrots in a food processor.
2. Combine remaining ingredients in a large bowl. Mix well.
3. Add in the cabbage and carrots. Mix well.
4. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
***It may look dry, but it will become creamier as it sits in the refrigerator.
5. Enjoy!

New Recipes Coming Soon

2010-01-16T08:52:00.001-05:00

I'll be working on a ham and potato soup as well as a cole slaw recipe this weekend. If all goes well, I'll be posting some new recipes very soon. Thanks for stopping in. Enjoy!

It's That Time of Year Again

2009-12-22T08:26:00.003-05:00

Yesterday began the first round of Christmas cookie baking. Have I mentioned how much I love my new silicone baking sheets. I've never made such pretty cookies. We started off simple with some chocolate chip cookies and chocolate pretzels as gifts for friends. Tomorrow begins the real work. Chocolate chip. Reeses peanut butter cookies (I'll post that recipe very soon). Sugar Cookies. Banana Walnut cookies. Pumpkin cookies. Depending on how all of that goes, maybe we'll make some chocolate peanut butter balls as well. Let the taste testing begin...my favorite part! Happy Holidays everyone. ENJOY!

My Favorite New Kitchen Toy!

2009-12-16T12:25:00.004-05:00

I don't know how I have made cookies all these years without this item. I didn't even know they existed until a few weeks ago when a friend of mine mentioned them to me. I'm sold! Never will I bake cookies without them again. How have I lived without silicone liners for so long. I have baked three different batches of cookies on these and LOVE, LOVE, LOVE them. I couldn't burn the bottoms if I tried. Seriously. These are by Technique. I ordered them from QVC. Right now they have them listed in their clearance section for less than $20 for both! One is a 13" x 18" aluminized steel cookie sheet with silicone liner. The other is a 9" x 13" pan with liner. They have measurements along the side, and there's no need for cooking spray. I made peanut butter and sugar cookies on them, and there was no sticking whatsoever.
I noticed they also sell a two pack of just the larger size as well. I believe that was around $30 if I recall correctly. Definitely a great present for yourself or another baker. If you want to splurge on something nice for yourself, I highly recommend these baking sheets!
Here's the link if you're interested: http://www.qvc.com/qic/qvcapp.aspx/view.2/app.detail/params.item.K19238.desc.Technique-Aluminized-Steel-2-pc-Cookie-Pan-Setwith-Liners
ENJOY!

Pepperoni Pita Pizzas

2009-12-16T12:18:00.004-05:00

These are very quick and simple. My kids love them with plain cheese, and they are the perfect size for them to share.
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PEPPERONI PITA PIZZAS
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 1-2 minutes
Servings: 2
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Ingredients:
One pocketless pita (or pocket pita)
Spaghetti or tomato sauce
Mozzarella cheese
Oregano, optional
Pepperoni slices or other toppings if desired (You may need to pre-cook some toppings)

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Directions:
1. Top the pita with sauce.
2. Sprinkle with oregano or other pizza seasonings of your choice.
3. Cover with cheese and preferred toppings.
4. Microwave for 1-2 minutes until cheese is melted.
5. Enjoy!
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NOTE: Make the pocket pitas in a similar fashion. Just stuff them with the ingredients instead.

Garlic Chicken Bites

2009-12-10T10:04:00.002-05:00

These are some tasty morsels.
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GARLIC CHICKEN BITES
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Prep Time: 40 minutes (includes 30 minutes for marinating)
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 8
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Ingredients:
2 boneless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized chunks
1/4 c. water
1/8 c. extra virgin olive oil
4 garlic cloves, pressed
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1/2 c. breadcrumbs or crushed seasoned croutons
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
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Directions:
1. Place chicken, olive oil, garlic, and black pepper in large mixing bowl and stir well.
2. Cover and place in refrigerator for 30 minutes.
3. Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
4. Combine bread crumbs (or croutons) and cayenne in small bowl.
5. Coat individual pieces of chicken with the breadcrumbs and place in a single layer on a baking sheet.
6. Bake at 425 degrees for 15 minutes or until chicken no longer pink.
7. Enjoy!

Pico De Gallo

2009-12-10T09:53:00.003-05:00

My husband absolutely loves this with salad and quesadillas. Great served as an appetizer with corn tortilla chips. It's a great way to put you fresh harvest to good use.
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PICO DE GALLO
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Chill time: At least 1-2 hours or overnight
Servings: 8
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Ingredients:
3 large tomatoes chopped
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 green bell pepper
1/4 c. fresh, chopped cilantro (good without cilantro as well)
3 Tbsp. lime juice
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. black pepper
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Directions:
1. Combine all ingredients.
2. Cover and chill in refrigerator for at least 1-2 hours to let the flavors combine. May be prepared and allowed to chill overnight as well.
3. Enjoy!

Lean Meatloaf

2009-12-10T09:40:00.002-05:00

This is a quick and simple meal that is a little healthier than traditional meatloaf.
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LEAN MEATLOAF
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Serves: 8
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Ingredients:
1 1/2 lbs. of 90% lean ground beef
1 c. skim milk
2/3 c. herb seasoned croutons, crushed (place them in a one gallon Ziploc and crush with measuring cup. You will use the Ziploc again later.)
1/2 c. chopped onion (~one medium onion)
2 eggs, beaten
1 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
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Directions:
1. Crush croutons inside of a one gallon Ziploc.
2. Add all other ingredients into Ziploc, and mix well.
3. Place in loaf pan and bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes (or until center no longer pink).
4. Enjoy!

Peanut Butter Balls

2009-12-07T09:37:00.006-05:00

Warning! These are rich and addictive!
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PEANUT BUTTER BALLS
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Prep Time: 2 hours 20 minutes (includes 2 hours of chill time)
Cook Time: 30 seconds
Yields: Approximately 50 balls.
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Ingredients:
1 c. chunky peanut butter (creamy will work as well)
3 1/2 c. confectioners sugar (almost a one-pound box)
2/3 c. butter, softened
1 tsp. vanilla extract
4 tsp. shortening
4 oz. semisweet chocolate, broken into chunks
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Directions:
1. Mix together peanut butter, sugar, butter and vanilla.
2. Chill mixture in refrigerator for 2 hours.
3. Line cookie sheet with wax paper.
4. Roll mixture into 1-inch balls.
5. Melt the shortening and chocolate in microwave on high for 30 seconds, or until melted.
6. Dip balls into chocolate mixture and place on wax paper.
7. Chill in refrigerator.
8. Enjoy!

Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie

2009-12-07T09:27:00.004-05:00

If you love chocolate and peanut butter, you will love this pie!
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CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER PIE
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
Time to Set: 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
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Ingredients:
1 package (3.4 ounce) of chocolate, cook and serve pudding mix
1/2 c. peanut butter
1 c. Cool Whip (more if you want to use it as topping)
1 9-inch graham cracker crust
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Directions:
1. Cook pudding according to directions on package.
2. Remove pudding from heat and whisk in peanut butter.
3. Place pan in bowl of ice water for 5 minutes and stir occasionally.
4. Fold in Cool Whip.
5. Pour mixture into crust and cover.
6. Refrigerate until set (approximately one hour).
7. You may top the pie with the remainder of the tub of Cool Whip if desired.
8. Enjoy!

Chocolate Pretzels

2009-12-07T08:49:00.004-05:00

These are a great holiday snack. Place them on a mixed cookie tray. They won't last long. The best part... They are very quick and easy to make.

CHOCOLATE PRETZELS

Prep Time: less than 5 minutes

Cook Time: 2-3 minutes

Servings: 50

Ingredients:

50 mini pretzel twists

8 oz. package of milk chocolate Hershey Kisses

1/4 cup of M&Ms

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 275 degrees.

2. On a greased baking sheet place one Kiss on a pretzel.

3. Bake for 2-3 minutes or until chocolate softened.

4. Place an M&M in the chocolate before it hardens.

5. Refrigerate pretzels for 5-10 minutes until chocolate is firm.

6. Enjoy!

Recent Changes

2009-12-03T10:57:00.001-05:00

My kids and I have spent the morning baking. I have made some small modifications to the cookie and muffin recipes. I've also added PICTURES! Enjoy!

Simply Spaghetti

2009-11-20T12:22:00.005-05:00

This is a quick and simple recipe to use when time is hard to come by.
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SIMPLY SPAGHETTI
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Makes: 8 servings
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
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Ingredients:
1-16 oz. package of spaghetti noodles
1 1/2 pound of ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, pressed
1/4 tsp. salt
1-1 pound 10 ounce jar of Ragu spaghetti suace (or your favorite sauce)
1 tsp. oregano
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Directions:
1. Prepare spaghetti noodles according to package directions.
2. Combine beef, onion, garlic, and salt in a large saucepan and heat over medium until beef no longer pink.
3. Drain meat mixture and return to saucepan.
4. Add in the Ragu and oregano.
5. Heat sauce thoroughly, pour over noodles, and enjoy!

Crustless Quiche

2009-11-07T08:58:00.006-05:00

This is a great meal for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

CRUSTLESS QUICHE

Makes: 10 servings
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 25 minutes

Ingredients:
4 potatoes, diced
1 pound ground beef
1 green bell pepper
1 cup red onion
4 garlic cloves, pressed
1 ½ cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp. salt
½ tsp. black pepper
2 cups milk
4 eggs
8 oz bag of shredded mild cheddar, divided
8 oz. bag of shredded colby-jack
Non-stick cooking spray

Directions:
1. Boil potatoes for 10 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside.
2. Saute beef, bell pepper, onion, and garlic until beef is fully cooked and drain excess fat.
3. Place the flour, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Mix well.
4. Whisk milk and eggs in another small bowl. Mix well.
5. Combine all ingredients into a large mixing bowl leaving out half of the mild cheddar. Mix well.
6. Pour mixture into a 9x11 baking pan coated with a nonstick cooking spray.
7. Sprinkle remaining mild cheddar over the top.
8. Bake at 425 degrees for 25 minutes.
9. Enjoy!

Other Options:
You could substitute the beef for equal amounts of pre-cooked ham or pre-cooked sausage. If you are a mushroom lover (I am not), you could add a 4-ounce can of drained, chopped mushrooms.

Slow Cooker Potatoes au Gratin

2009-11-02T12:01:00.004-05:00

This recipe is designed to feed a large group of people. It is by no means healthy, but it sure is delicious!

SLOWER COOKER POTATOES AU GRATIN

Ingredients:
5 pounds red potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4 inch thick slices
12 Tbsp. butter
9 Tbsp. all purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. + 1/4 tsp. black pepper
4 1/2 cups milk
8 oz. bag of shredded mild cheddar cheese
8 oz. bag of shredded sharp cheddar cheese
8 oz. bag of shredded Colby Jack cheese

Directions:
Step 1: Preparing the Potatoes
1. Boil potatoes over medium heat, uncovered for about 10 minutes (until partially done, still firm in center).
2. Drain and rinse potatoes in cold water and set aside.

Step 2: Preparing the Cheese Sauce
1. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
2. Stir in flour, salt, and pepper.
3. Slowly add milk and stir contantly until sauce starts to thicken.
4. Add in cheese one bag at a time, stirring constantly until cheese is melted.

Step 3: Putting It All Together
1. Spray inside of slow cooker with nonstick spray.
2. Place a layer of potatoes along the bottom of the slow cooker.
3. Cover with a layer of cheese sauce.
4. Add your next layer of potatoes, followed by cheese sauce and continue in this fashion.
5. End with a layer of cheese sauce.
6. Place in slow cooker set on 'high' for 2-3 hours. Potatoes will be tender when ready.
7. ENJOY!

Lemon-Baked Chicken Tenders

2009-10-27T12:47:00.002-04:00

Delicious, moist, flavorful and simple. Enjoy!

LEMON-BAKED CHICKEN TENDERS

Recipe Details:
Makes: 8 tenders
Prep Time: 10 mins.
Cook Time: 25 mins.
Servings: 4

Ingredients:
8 boneless, skinless chicken tenders
1/3 cup lemon juice
4 tsp. butter
½ tsp. salt
¼ tsp. paprika
Cooking Spray

Directions:
1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
2. Spray an 8x11 baking pan and place tenders in single layer.
3. Spread butter onto the tenders.
4. Even sprinkle on the salt, paprika, and lemon juice.
5. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes or until chicken completely cooked through.

Mashed Potatoes

2009-10-27T12:43:00.003-04:00

Even if you don't think you like parmesan cheese, you will like these mashed potatoes. Enjoy!

MASHED POTATOES

Recipe Details:
Makes: 6 servings
Prep Time: 20 mins.
Cook Time: 25 mins.

Ingredients:
2 ½ pounds peeled, quartered potatoes
½ cup milk
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
1 large clove of garlic, pressed (optional, great if you like garlic, still great without it)
2 Tbsp. butter
¾ tsp. salt

Directions:
1. Bring pan of potatoes and garlic to a boil.
2. Reduce the heat and simmer for 25 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
3. Drain potatoes.
4. Mash all of the above ingredients together and serve.

Spicy Turkey Smoked Sausage and Fettucine Dinner

2009-10-27T12:39:00.003-04:00

This recipe can be easily be adjusted to the level of spiciness you prefer. I listed my favorite brands and varieties for this recipe. All of the colors from the peppers, tomatoes, and onions create a pretty presentation. Enjoy!

SPICY TURKEY SMOKED SAUSAGE AND FETTUCINE DINNER

Recipe Details:
Makes: 8 servings
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:
1 package of Hillshire Farm Lite Turkey Smoked Sausage, sliced into bite-size pieces
2 14 ½ ounce cans of Del Monte Petite Cut Diced Tomatoes with Zesty Jalapenos (other varieties and brands work well also)
1 pound package of Birds Eye Pepper Stir-Fry
1 box of fettucine noodles

Directions:
1. Cook the fettucine noodles according to the directions.
2. In the meantime, cook the kielbasa according to the directions on the package.
3. Add in the Stir-Fry, stirring occasionally until thoroughly heated.
4. Add in the diced tomatoes and simmer until heated.
5. Pour the sausage and tomatoes over the noodles and enjoy!

Other Options: Use Lite Polska Kielbasa instead of the turkey sausage for another lean option. There are tons of tomato flavors to choose from if the jalapeno tomatoes are too spicy. Not spicy enough? Try Del Monte’s (or other brand) mild green chile diced tomatoes and hot smoked sausage to add more heat.

Soft Banana Walnut Cookies with Splenda Sugar Blend

2009-10-27T12:33:00.005-04:00

These are soft banana cookies that are great to take to family gatherings. This recipe is also a way to use up those browning bananas sitting on your counter top. Try the recipe with the Splenda Sugar Blend. You will NOT be able to tell that you didn't use just sugar. Seriously. If you don't believe me I added the proper measurements for using real sugar. You are going to love these cookies!

SOFT BANANA WALNUT COOKIES WITH SPLENDA SUGAR BLEND

Recipe Details:
Makes: 40 cookies
Prep Time: 10 mins.
Cook Time: 10 mins.
Servings: 40

Ingredients:
1 cup applesauce (Two 4-ounce individual applesauce cups work great!)
1/4 cup Splenda Sugar Blend for Baking (or a half-cup of sugar)
1/2 cup brown sugar
3 ripe bananas, mashed
3/4 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped (place in a Ziploc and crush a bit)
2 egg whites
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon pumpkin spice
1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. In a large bowl, stir applesauce, Splenda Sugar Blend, and brown sugar.
3. Add in the bananas, walnuts, egg whites, and vanilla.
4. In another bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, pumpkin spice, and salt.
5. Stir flour mixture into the sugar mixture and blend well.
6. Scoop batter onto cooking sheet sprayed with Pam. Space cookies about 3 inches apart using a spoon.
7. Bake for 10 minutes at 350 degrees.
8. Cool on a wire rack.
9. Let the cookies cool and coat with your favorite icing, glaze, confectioners sugar, or leave them plain. They're just as tasty without any icing.
10. Enjoy!

Other Options: Add a half a cup of walnuts or chocolate chips...or both.

Fat Free Mini Banana Muffins

2009-10-27T12:28:00.005-04:00

Nothing makes a home feel warmer and more inviting than when something is baking in the oven. Try these delicious, moist, fat free mini banana muffins. You won't even know that they are fat free. Seriously. Sprinkle them with chocolate chips before baking if you're a chocolate lover.

FAT FREE MINI BANANA MUFFINS

Recipe Details:
Makes: 30 mini muffins
Prep Time: 10 mins.
Cook Time: 14 mins.
Servings: 30

Ingredients:
1/3 c. applesauce (one pre-packaged individual serving works great)
4 small or 3 large, peeled, and fork-smashed bananas

1/2 cup Splenda Sugar Blend (or 1 cup sugar)
2 egg whites
1 large egg
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 1/2 cup flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. pumpkin spice
½ tsp. salt

Directions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
In a large mixing bowl combine applesauce, bananas, sugar, egg, vanilla, and walnuts.
In a small bowl combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, pumpkin spice, and salt.
Place all ingredients into a large mixing bowl and mix until just moistened. Do not overmix.
Spoon into lined or nonstick, sprayed mini muffin pan.
You may sprinkle chocolate chips onto the tops before baking if you would like.
Bake at 350 degrees for 14 minutes.
Remove muffins from the tray and cool on a wire rack.

Pumpkin Cookies with Splenda Sugar Blend

2009-10-27T12:19:00.003-04:00

Holiday baking. Nothing makes the house smell better, feel warmer, and seem more inviting. These turn out soft and delicious. If you like nutmeg add 1/8 tsp. to the recipe. I prefer the cookies without it though. Don't be afraid to try the Splenda Sugar Blend. It is significantly cheaper than Splenda alone and you can't even tell that you didn't use all that real sugar. No, seriously. If you don't believe me you can substitute the Splenda Sugar Blend with 1/2 cup of sugar. Also, try chocolate chips...yum.

PUMPKIN COOKIES WITH SPLENDA SUGAR BLEND

Recipe Details:
Makes: 30 cookies
Prep Time: 15
Cook Time: 10
Ready In: 25
Servings: 30

Ingredients:
1 cup applesauce (Two 4-ounce individual applesauce cups work great!)
1/4 cup Splenda Sugar Blend for Baking
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 cup canned pumpkin
2 egg whites
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups flour
1 teaspoon cinnamon

1 teaspoon pumpkin spice
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. In a large bowl, stir applesauce, Splenda Sugar Blend, and brown sugar.
3. Add in the pumpkin, egg whites, and vanilla.
4. In another bowl, mix the flour, cinnamon, pumpkin spice, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
5. Stir flour mixture into the sugar mixture and blend well.
6. Scoop batter onto cooking sheet sprayed with Pam. Space cookies about 3 inches apart using a spoon.
7. Bake for 10 minutes at 350 degrees.
8. Cool on a wire rack.
9. Let the cookies cool and coat with your favorite icing, glaze, confectioners sugar, or leave them plain. They're just as tasty without any icing.
10. Enjoy!

Welcome to Recipes By KIM

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I have so many recipes that I would love to share with you. Many have taken months or years to get to the point that I would share them with others. I hope your family enjoys these recipes as much as mine does. ENJOY!