One Bowl Brownies Recipe

Yield 2 dozen




Ingredients

4 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate
3/4 cup butter
2 cups white sugar
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup chopped walnuts

Directions
1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
2.Microwave chocolate and butter or margarine in large bowl at HIGH for 2 minutes or until butter or margarine is melted.
3.Stir until chocolate is melted. Stir in sugar. Mix in eggs and vanilla. Stir in flour and nuts.
4.Spread in greased 13 x 9 inch pan. Bake for 35 minutes (do not overbake).

Nutritional Information
Amount Per Serving Calories: 398
Total Fat: 24.1g
Cholesterol: 83mg
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Chili Rubbed Pork Tenderloin With Apricot Ginger Glaze Recipe

"Prepare the dry rub in advance and store in a cool dry place in an airtight container. The apricot glaze can also be made ahead of time and refrigerated until you are ready to use. Serve this flavorful dish with slaw with vinaigrette, grilled potatoes and seasonal fresh fruit."

Prep Time: 20 Min  Cook Time: 25 Min  Ready In: 2 Hrs 45 Min

Yield 8 servings

Ingredients
2 (1 pound) pork tenderloins, trimmed
Spice Rub:
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1/2 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Glaze:
1 1/2 cups apricot preserves
1/2 cup barbecue sauce
1 teaspoon grated ginger
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
1 lime, juiced

Directions
1.Place chili powder, garlic powder, sugar, salt and pepper in a jar; shake to blend. Rub spice mixture onto pork tenderloins. Cover tenderloins and refrigerate for 2 to 24 hours.
2.Prior to grilling, melt apricot preserves in saucepan over medium heat. Remove pan from the heat and stir in remaining glaze ingredients. Place half of the glaze in a serving bowl and hold for service.
3.Prepare grill at medium-high heat. Grill pork tenderloins for 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the pork reaches 160 degrees F. on an instant-read thermometer.
4.When approximately 4 minutes of cook time remains, brush the pork tenderloins with the apricot glaze remaining in the pan. Cook for 2 minutes, turn the pork tenderloins and brush glaze on other side. Cook for an additional 2 minutes. Remove pork from the grill and let set for about 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with reserved glaze.

Nutritional Information
Amount Per Serving Calories: 317
Total Fat: 5.8g
Cholesterol: 63mg

Greek Garbanzo Bean Salad Recipe

Prep Time: 10 Min  Ready In: 2 Hrs 10 Min

Yield 8 servings

Ingredients
2 (15 ounce) cans garbanzo beans, drained
2 cucumbers, halved lengthwise and sliced
12 cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 red onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (15 ounce) can black olives, drained and chopped
1 ounce crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup Italian-style salad dressing
1/2 lemon, juiced
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions
1.Combine the beans, cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, garlic, olives, cheese, salad dressing, lemon juice, garlic salt and pepper. Toss together and refrigerate 2 hours before serving. Serve chilled.

Nutritional Information
Amount Per Serving Calories: 214
Total Fat: 11.5g
Cholesterol: 3mg

Tofu Parmigiana Recipe

Prep Time: 25 Min  Cook Time: 20 Min  Ready In: 45 Min

Yield 4 servings

Ingredients
1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
5 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons dried oregano, divided
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
1 (12 ounce) package firm tofu
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1 clove garlic, minced
4 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese

Directions
1.In a small bowl, combine bread crumbs, 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon oregano, salt, and black pepper.
2.Slice tofu into 1/4 inch thick slices, and place in bowl of cold water. One at a time, press tofu slices into crumb mixture, turning to coat all sides.
3.Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Cook tofu slices until crisp on one side. Drizzle with a bit more olive oil, turn, and brown on the other side.
4.Combine tomato sauce, basil, garlic, and remaining oregano. Place a thin layer of sauce in an 8 inch square baking pan. Arrange tofu slices in the pan. Spoon remaining sauce over tofu. Top with shredded mozzarella and remaining 3 tablespoons Parmesan.
5.Bake at 400 degrees F (205 degrees C) for 20 minutes.

Nutritional Information
Amount Per Serving Calories: 357
Total Fat: 21.5g
Cholesterol: 24mg

Eggplant Croquettes Recipe

Prep Time: 15 Min  Cook Time: 20 Min  Ready In: 35 Min

Yield 6 servings

Ingredients
2 medium eggplants, peeled and cubed
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
2 eggs, beaten
2 tablespoons dried parsley
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced
1 cup vegetable oil for frying
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions
1.Place eggplant in a microwave safe bowl and microwave on medium-high 3 minutes. Turn eggplant over and microwave another 2 minutes. The eggplant should be tender, cook another 2 minutes if the eggplants are not tender. Drain any liquid from the eggplants and mash.
2.Combine cheese, bread crumbs, eggs, parsley, onion, garlic and salt with the mashed eggplant. Mix well.
3.Shape the eggplant mixture into patties. Heat oil in a large skillet. Drop eggplant patties one at a time into skillet. Fry each side of the patties until golden brown, approximately 5 minutes on each side. Patties can be frozen before frying and cooked later.

Nutritional Information
Amount Per Serving Calories: 266
Total Fat: 14.4g
Cholesterol: 95mg

Five Minute Ice Cream Recipe

Prep Time: 5 Min Ready In: 5 Min

Yield 4 Servings

Ingredients
1 (10 ounce) package frozen sliced strawberries
1/2 cup sugar
2/3 cup heavy cream

Directions
1.Combine the frozen strawberries and sugar in a food processor or blender. Process until the fruit is roughly chopped. With the processor running, slowly pour in the heavy cream until fully incorporated. Serve immediately, or freeze for up to one week.

Nutritional Information
Amount Per Serving Calories: 258
Total Fat: 14.8g
Cholesterol: 54mg

Peanut Butter and Banana French Toast Recipe

Prep Time: 10 Min  Cook Time: 5 Min  Ready In: 15 Min

Yield 2 servings

Ingredients
1 egg
1 dash vanilla extract
2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
2 slices bread
1 small banana, sliced
2 tablespoons butter

Directions
1.In a small bowl, lightly beat the egg and vanilla together.
2.Spread 1 tablespoon of peanut butter on top of each slice of bread. Place the banana slices on top of one of the slices of bread. Place the other slice of bread on top of the first, to make a peanut butter and banana sandwich.
3.In a skillet or frying pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Dip the sandwich into the egg mixture and place in the heated skillet. Cook until brown on both sides. Serve hot.

Nutritional Information
Amount Per Serving Calories: 346
Total Fat: 23.2g
Cholesterol: 136mg

Ranch Dressing Recipe

Prep Time: 5 Min  Ready In: 35 Min

Yield 1 1/2 cup

Ingredients
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 teaspoon dried chives
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions
1.In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, chives, parsley, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutritional Information
Amount Per Serving Calories: 153
Total Fat: 16.6g
Cholesterol: 11mg

Fiesta Grilled Ham Steak Recipe

Prep Time: 10 Min  Cook Time: 10 Min  Ready In: 20 Min

Yield 4 servings   

Ingredients
1 (2 pound) Cook's® brand Bone-In Thick Cut Ham Steak
3/4 cup jalapeno pepper jelly
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Directions
1.Preheat charcoal or gas grill. In a small saucepan, heat jelly and garlic over medium heat until jelly is melted (or, in a microwave-safe bowl, heat in microwave oven at high power until melted, about 1 minute). Stir in cilantro. Set aside 1/4 cup mixture for serving.
2.Place ham steaks on grill over medium heat. Grill 3 minutes. Turn ham steaks; brush with half of remaining jelly mixture and continue to grill 3 minutes. Turn again; brush with remaining half of jelly mixture and continue to grill 1 to 2 minutes or until ham is glazed and heated through. Serve with reserved jelly mixture.

Nutritional Information
Amount Per Serving Calories: 457
Total Fat: 18.3g
Cholesterol: 101mg

Slow Cooker Carolina BBQ Recipe

Prep Time: 15 Min  Cook Time: 12 Hrs  Ready In: 12 Hrs 15 Min

Yield 10 servings

Ingredients
1 (5 pound) bone-in pork shoulder roast
1 tablespoon salt
ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons hot pepper sauce
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes

Directions
1.Place the pork shoulder into a slow cooker and season with salt and pepper. Pour the vinegar around the pork. Cover, and cook on Low for 12 hours. Pork should easily pull apart into strands.
2.Remove the pork from the slow cooker and discard any bones. Strain out the liquid, and save 2 cups. Discard any extra. Shred the pork using tongs or two forks, and return to the slow cooker. Stir the brown sugar, hot pepper sauce, cayenne pepper, and red pepper flakes into the reserved sauce. Mix into the pork in the slow cooker. Cover and keep on Low setting until serving.

Footnotes

Sandwich option Scoop pork onto a white bun and garnish liberally with your favorite coleslaw.

Nutritional Information
Amount Per Serving Calories: 293
Total Fat: 17.3g
Cholesterol: 90mg

Pasta with Scallops, Zucchini, and Tomatoes Recipe

Prep Time: 15 Min  Cook Time: 15 Min  Ready In: 30 Min

Yield 4 servings

Ingredients
1 pound dry fettuccine pasta
1/4 cup olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 zucchinis, diced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 cup chopped fresh basil
4 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
1 pound bay scallops
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Directions
1.In a large pot with boiling salted water cook pasta until al dente. Drain.
2.Meanwhile, in a large skillet heat oil, add garlic and cook until tender. Add the zucchini, salt, red pepper flakes, dried basil (if using) and saute for 10 minutes. Add chopped tomatoes, bay scallops, and fresh basil (if using) and simmer for 5 minutes, or until scallops are opaque.
3.Pour sauce over cooked pasta and serve with grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutritional Information
Amount Per Serving Calories: 670
Total Fat: 18.1g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Peach Pie the Old Fashioned Two Crust Way Recipe

Prep Time: 30 Min  Cook Time: 45 Min  Ready In: 1 Hr 15 Min

Yield 8 servings

Ingredients
1 (15 ounce) package pastry for a 9 inch double crust pie
1 egg, beaten
5 cups sliced peeled peaches
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup white sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons butter

Directions
1.Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (220 degrees C).
2.Line the bottom and sides of a 9 inch pie plate with one of the pie crusts. Brush with some of the beaten egg to keep the dough from becoming soggy later.
3.Place the sliced peaches in a large bowl, and sprinkle with lemon juice. Mix gently. In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Pour over the peaches, and mix gently. Pour into the pie crust, and dot with butter. Cover with the other pie crust, and fold the edges under. Flute the edges to seal or press the edges with the tines of a fork dipped in egg. Brush the remaining egg over the top crust. Cut several slits in the top crust to vent steam.
4.Bake for 10 minutes in the preheated oven, then reduce the heat to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and bake for an additional 30 to 35 minutes, until the crust is brown and the juice begins to bubble through the vents. If the edges brown to fast, cover them with strips of aluminum foil about halfway through baking. Cool before serving. This tastes better warm than hot.

Nutritional Information
Amount Per Serving Calories: 428
Total Fat: 19.8g
Cholesterol: 34mg

Nutritional Information Peach Pie the Old Fashioned Two Crust Way Servings Per Recipe: 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories: 428
Total Fat: 19.8gCholesterol: 34mgSodium: 358mgTotal Carbs: 58.6g Dietary Fiber: 2.1gProtein: 4.7gVI

Black Bean, Corn, and Tomato Salad with Feta Cheese

Prep Time: 1 Hr  Ready In: 9 Hrs

Yield 8 cups

Ingredients
1 (14 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
2 fresh tomatoes, chopped
1 large green bell pepper, chopped
1 cup fresh sweet white corn, cut from the cob
1 bunch green onions, sliced
1 jicama, peeled and minced
1 fresh jalapeno pepper, minced
1 (8 ounce) package crumbled feta cheese
1 clove garlic
1 pinch sea salt
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon fresh-ground black pepper
1 cup olive oil

Directions
1.Place the beans, tomato, bell pepper, corn, onion, jicama, jalapeno pepper, and feta cheese in a large salad bowl.
2.Mash the garlic and salt together with a mortar and pestle. Whisk together the mashed garlic, lime juice, mustard, and pepper in a small bowl. Add the oil in a slow, steady stream while whisking. Continue whisking until smooth. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to coat. Chill overnight.

Nutritional Information
Amount Per Serving Calories: 285
Total Fat: 22.4g
Cholesterol: 17mg

Sensational Sirloin Kabobs Recipe

Prep Time: 15 Min  Cook Time: 15 Min  Ready In: 8 Hrs 30 Min

Yield 8 servings

Ingredients
1/4 cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons light brown sugar
3 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic pepper seasoning
4 fluid ounces lemon-lime flavored carbonated beverage
2 pounds beef sirloin steak, cut into 1 1/2 inch cubes
2 green bell peppers, cut into 2 inch pieces
skewers
1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, stems removed
1 pint cherry tomatoes
1 fresh pineapple - peeled, cored and cubed

Directions
1.In a medium bowl, mix soy sauce, light brown sugar, distilled white vinegar, garlic powder, seasoned salt, garlic pepper seasoning, and lemon-lime flavored carbonated beverage. Reserve about 1/2 cup of this marinade for basting. Place steak in a large resealable plastic bag. Cover with the remaining marinade, and seal. Refrigerate for 8 hours, or overnight.
2.Bring a saucepan of water to a boil. Add green peppers, and cook for 1 minute, just to blanch. Drain, and set aside.
3.Preheat grill for high heat. Thread steak, green peppers, mushrooms, tomatoes, and pineapple onto skewers in an alternating fashion. Discard marinade and the bag.
4.Lightly oil the grill grate. Cook kabobs on the prepared grill for 10 minutes, or to desired doneness. Baste frequently with reserved marinade during the last 5 minutes of cooking.

Nutritional Information
Amount Per Serving Calories: 327
Total Fat: 17.4g
Cholesterol: 76mg

Summer Shrimp Recipe

Prep Time: 10 Min  Cook Time: 10 Min  Ready In: 20 Min

Yield 2 pounds

Ingredients
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, sliced
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons paprika
2 pounds shell-on deveined jumbo shrimp
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions
1.Heat the oil in a large skillet over high heat; cook and stir the garlic in the oil until translucent. Sprinkle the red pepper flakes and paprika into the oil. Add the shrimp and toss to coat. Pour the lemon juice over the shrimp; allow to cook until the shrimp are bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center, 1 to 2 minutes more. Reduce heat to medium-low; add the basil and toss lightly. Season with salt and pepper to serve.

Nutritional Information
Amount Per Serving Calories: 238
Total Fat: 13.9g
Cholesterol: 230mg