Melt In Your Mouth Blueberry Cake Recipe

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

Yield 1 - 8 inch square cake

Ingredients
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup white sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 egg yolks
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/3 cup milk
2 egg whites
1/4 cup white sugar
1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon white sugar

Directions
1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour an 8 inch square pan.
2.Cream butter or margarine and 1/2 cup sugar until fluffy. Add salt and vanilla. Separate eggs and reserve the whites. Add egg yolks to the sugar mixture; beat until creamy.
3.Combine 1 1/2 cups flour and baking powder; add alternately with milk to egg yolk mixture. Coat berries with 1 tablespoon flour and add to batter.
4.In a separate bowl, beat whites until soft peaks form. Add 1/4 cup of sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, and beat until stiff peaks form. Fold egg whites into batter. Pour into prepared pan. Sprinkle top with remaining 1 tablespoon sugar.
5.Bake for 50 minutes, or until cake tests done.

Nutritional Information
Amount Per Serving Calories: 206
Total Fat: 8.8g
Cholesterol: 55mg

Nutritional Information Melt In Your Mouth Blueberry Cake Servings Per Recipe: 12

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 206

Total Fat: 8.8g Cholesterol: 55mg Sodium: 157mg Total Carbs: 29.2g Dietary Fiber: 0.9g Protein: 3.2g

Seafood And Cabbage Salad Recipe

"This is a beautiful and delicious salad that was popular in our salad bar when we had our restaurant. Red and green vegetables are mixed together with the imitation crab, and then tossed with a light and lemony dressing."

Prep Time: 20 Min  Ready In: 20 Min

Yield 8 servings

Ingredients
2 1/2 cups shredded cabbage
1 cup shredded red cabbage
1 head fresh broccoli, cut into florets
1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 pound imitation crabmeat, coarsely chopped
3/4 cup light mayonnaise
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons white sugar
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 clove crushed garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Directions
1.In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, sugar, white wine vinegar, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper, and chile sauce.
2.In a large bowl, combine cabbage, broccoli, bell peppers, and crab. Toss mixture with dressing. Cover, and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutritional Information
Amount Per Serving Calories: 269
Total Fat: 19.3g
Cholesterol: 28mg

Jerk Chicken Recipe

Prep Time: 15 Min  Cook Time: 30 Min  Ready In: 4 Hrs 45 Min
 
Ingredients

6 green onions, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
3/4 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup distilled white vinegar
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1 1/2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Directions
1.In a food processor or blender, combine the green onions, onion, jalapeno pepper, soy sauce, vinegar, vegetable oil, brown sugar, thyme, cloves, nutmeg and allspice. Mix for about 15 seconds.
2.Place the chicken in a medium bowl, and coat with the marinade. Refrigerate for 4 to 6 hours, or overnight.
3.Preheat grill for high heat.
4.Lightly oil grill grate. Cook chicken on the prepared grill 6 to 8 minutes, until juices run clear.

Footnotes
The nutrition data for this recipe includes information for the full amount of the marinade ingredients. Depending on marinating time, ingredients, cooking method, etc., the actual amount of the marinade consumed will vary.

Nutritional Information
Amount Per Serving Calories: 385
Total Fat: 18.2g
Cholesterol: 97mg

Insalata Caprese Recipe

"Because this salad is so simple, fresh, top quality ingredients are important."

Prep Time: 15 Min  Ready In: 15 Min

Yield 6 servings

Ingredients
4 large ripe tomatoes, sliced 1/4 inch thick
1 pound fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced 1/4 inch thick
1/3 cup fresh basil leaves
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
fine sea salt to taste
freshly ground black pepper to taste

Directions
1.On a large platter, alternate and overlap the tomato slices, mozzarella cheese slices, and basil leaves. Drizzle with olive oil. Season with sea salt and pepper.

Nutritional Information
Amount Per Serving Calories: 311
Total Fat: 23.9g
Cholesterol: 60mg

Mexican Casserole Recipe

"Chicken breast simmered with a spicy black bean and corn mixture, then topped with cheese and tortilla chip crumbs and baked. A simple, kid friendly weekday casserole with a Mexican flair."

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

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Ingredients
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3/4 pound cubed skinless, boneless chicken breast meat
1/2 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (8.75 ounce) can sweet corn, drained
1/4 cup salsa
water as needed
1 cup shredded Mexican-style cheese
1 1/2 cups crushed plain tortilla chips

Directions
1.In a large skillet over medium high heat, saute chicken in oil until cooked through and no longer pink inside. Add taco seasoning, beans, corn, salsa and a little water to prevent drying out. Cover skillet and simmer over medium low heat for 10 minutes.
2.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
3.Transfer chicken mixture to a 9x13 inch baking dish. Top with 1/2 cup of the cheese and crushed tortilla chips.
4.Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Add remaining 1/2 cup cheese and bake until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutritional Information
Amount Per Serving Calories: 372
Total Fat: 16.5g
Cholesterol: 59mg

Strawberry Angel Food Dessert Recipe

Prep Time: 15 Min  Ready In: 15 Min

Yield 1 - 9x13 inch dish

Ingredients
1 (10 inch) angel food cake
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup white sugar
1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 quart fresh strawberries, sliced
1 (18 ounce) jar strawberry glaze

Directions
1.Crumble the cake into a 9x13 inch dish.
2.Beat the cream cheese and sugar in a medium bowl until light and fluffy. Fold in whipped topping. Mash the cake down with your hands and spread the cream cheese mixture over the cake.
3.In a bowl, combine strawberries and glaze until strawberries are evenly coated. Spread over cream cheese layer. Chill until serving.

Nutritional Information
Amount Per Serving Calories: 261
Total Fat: 11g
Cholesterol: 27mg

Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole Recipe

Prep Time: 15 Min  Cook Time: 40 Min  Ready In: 55 Min

Yield 8 servings

Ingredients
1 egg
1/2 cup milk
2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into chunks
1 cup plain dried bread crumbs
1 cup oil for frying
8 ounces Swiss cheese, cubed
8 ounces cubed ham
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 cup milk

Directions
1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2.Beat egg and 1/2 cup milk together until combined. Stir in the chicken chunks to coat, then drain, and coat with bread crumbs. Heat oil in a large skillet to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Fry breaded chicken cubes in hot oil until golden brown on all sides, then remove, and drain on paper towels.
3.Place chicken cubes in a glass baking dish, along with the Swiss cheese, and ham. Stir together the soup with 1 cup milk, pour over casserole.
4.Bake in preheated oven until golden brown and bubbly, about 30 minutes.

Nutritional Information
Amount Per Serving Calories: 500
Total Fat: 28g
Cholesterol: 141mg

Bermuda Spinach Salad Recipe

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

Yield 8 servings

Ingredients
6 eggs
1/2 pound bacon
2 pounds spinach, rinsed and chopped
2 3/4 ounces croutons
1/4 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 onion, chopped
2/3 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup vegetable oil
1/3 cup cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon celery seed
1 tablespoon prepared Dijon-style mustard

Directions
1.Place eggs in a saucepan and cover completely with cold water. Bring water to a boil. Cover, remove from heat, and let eggs stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from hot water, and cool. Once cool, peel and chop.
2.Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside.
3.Prepare the dressing in a blender by combining the onion, sugar, salt, oil, vinegar, pepper, celery seed and Dijon mustard. Blend until smooth.
4.In a large salad bowl, combine the eggs, bacon, spinach, croutons and mushrooms. Toss to mix. Pour enough dressing over salad to lightly coat. Toss and serve.

Nutritional Information
Amount Per Serving Calories: 483
Total Fat: 37.3g
Cholesterol: 169mg

Holiday Chicken Salad Recipe

"Serve on lettuce cups, or make sandwiches. Stand back and enjoy the applause!"

Prep Time: 15 Min  Ready In: 15 Min

Yield 12 servings

Ingredients
4 cups cubed, cooked chicken meat
1 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon paprika
1 1/2 cups dried cranberries
1 cup chopped celery
2 green onions, chopped
1/2 cup minced green bell pepper
1 cup chopped pecans
1 teaspoon seasoning salt
ground black pepper to taste

Directions
1.In a medium bowl, mix together mayonnaise with paprika and seasoned salt. Blend in dried cranberries, celery, bell pepper, onion, and nuts. Add chopped chicken, and mix well. Season with black pepper to taste. Chill 1 hour.

Nutritional Information
Amount Per Serving Calories: 253
Total Fat: 16.5g
Cholesterol: 42mg

BBQ Chicken Pizza II Recipe

"A different twist to traditional pizza. Use your favorite BBQ sauce to create this tasty meal!"

Prep Time: 20 Min  Cook Time: 10 Min  Ready In: 30 Min

Yield 4 servings

Ingredients
1 (12 inch) pre-baked pizza crust
1/2 cup barbecue sauce
1/2 cup diced grilled chicken
1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Directions
1.Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
2.Place pizza crust on cookie sheet. Spread with barbecue sauce. Scatter chicken over top. Sprinkle evenly with red pepper, green pepper and onion. Cover with cheese.
3.Bake in preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until cheese is melted.

Nutritional Information
Amount Per Serving Calories: 493
Total Fat: 16g
Cholesterol: 48mg