Greek Pasta Salad Greek pasta salad has a tangy and fresh taste. Perfect for picnics or potlucks or just because! Ingredients – 1 16 oz. bag pasta (mostaccolli, raditatore, macaroni, etc.) cooked, drained and cooled – 1 can black olives, drained – 1 small jar green olives, drained – 5-6 medium tomatoes, diced – 6 green onions – chopped (both...
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Broccoli Coleslaw Broccoli Coleslaw is a hit at any gathering! May brings in the salad days of summer, and with so many celebrations and special occasions, there is often that question of “What can I bring?” Here are a couple of salads that transport well to those special occasions or that can just be enjoyed at home. Ingredients – 1 head cabbage finely chopped – 1 bunch of broccoli, finely...
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Asparagus Chicken Casserole Asparagus Chicken Casserole, this recipe was passed on to me by a friend who is one of the best cooks I know. I was a little skeptical about the green olives, but they do add another dimension of flavor and really add a finish to this casserole! DIRECTIONS: Arrange in layers in a 9X13 inch pan as follows: – 2 c. diced cooked chicken (may use canned) – 1 can cut asparagus...
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Lemon Butter Asparagus Lemon butter asparagus, although this recipe sounds like it might be artery-clogging, it is a healthier version of the classic Asparagus with Hollandaise Sauce. Make enough to serve seconds … they will want more! Ingredients – 2 lbs. fresh asparagus washed with the woody ends removed – 2 T. olive oil – 4 T. butter (real butter) – Juice...
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Peach Pork Picante Peach pork picante is a alternative to the traditional idea of apples and pork. This is a good, quick dinner when you need to get a meal on the table quickly because you have spent the day playing in your garden. Ingredients – 1 lb. pork tenderloin or boneless chops, cubed – Taco seasoning – 8 oz. salsa – 4 T. peach preserves –...
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Muffins, the Healthy Recipe Muffin – yummy! These are a good way to get a quick start on your morning without having to spend too much time in the kitchen. This recipe allows you to make healthy additions to each batch. Try changing out the different grains and adding fresh, dried or frozen fruit to the recipe. They stay fresh in the refrigerator or freezer, and are a good pick me up with a glass of iced tea while doing...
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