tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-64469594393571549322024-02-06T20:09:03.794-08:00In the kitchen with NiAll about food and familymamma_neehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08433156588761793460noreply@blogger.comBlogger46125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446959439357154932.post-73314749271072068422010-12-02T09:30:00.000-08:002010-12-02T10:19:21.873-08:00Chicken soup for the soul<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOpb1OZo2mkepvZBp8SKYj43SguZwGphDbYQKmTtOZgC5cEeCOrpr6_wTcvyMYbjFphR6k_4QlBiuLXO29ouDMs0XiuTFZm9sd5YFK_w6UHGcLcJTJAGeFXDAJwEbrcJg0NzVZaC8_V5E/s1600/chicken+soup.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOpb1OZo2mkepvZBp8SKYj43SguZwGphDbYQKmTtOZgC5cEeCOrpr6_wTcvyMYbjFphR6k_4QlBiuLXO29ouDMs0XiuTFZm9sd5YFK_w6UHGcLcJTJAGeFXDAJwEbrcJg0NzVZaC8_V5E/s320/chicken+soup.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5546150366029946786" /></a><br /><br />When anyone in the family gets a cold the first thing that comes to mind is a nice chicken soup to make them all feel better .<br /><br />Chicken on the bone ( 4 pieces is good )<br />2 bouillon <br /><br />1 cup chopped celery<br />1/2 cup chopped onion<br />1 clove minced garlic<br />1/4 cup chopped parsley <br />1 cup chopped carrots <br />juice from 1 lemon <br />1 tomato peeled seeded and chopped or use 2 from a can <br /><br />salt & pepper to taste <br /><br />a package of orzo pasta or cut up spaghetti ( choose your favorite ! ) cook according to package( a little undercooked is better) cool and set aside <br /><br />take some of the skin and fat off the chicken ..place it in a pot with the bouillon and 4 quarts of water bring to a boil while you get all the rest of the ingredients . add the 7 remaining ingredients in the pot , simmer for an hour <br /><br /> The soup will have evaporated some ...add 2 cups of water while continuing to simmer Take the chicken out of the pot onto a flat plate to cool it ..once cool ..remove the meat off the bones and put it back into the pot ...turn off .... soup is ready to serve. <br /><br />add just the right amount of noodles you like in your bowl and pour the chicken soup over, sprinkle more fresh parsly if you like . <br /><br /><br />You can freeze some of the soup and cook fresh pasta for a quick meal ... the pasta will never be to soft this way.<br /><br />Bon Appétit !mamma_neehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08433156588761793460noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446959439357154932.post-33389685016219999832010-08-09T08:07:00.000-07:002010-08-09T08:08:58.408-07:00Zepoles/donuts without the holeZepoles/donuts without the hole <br /><br />The cooling of the weather always motivates me into cooking these fried zepoles<br /><br />(makes about 24 to 30 zepoles )<br /><br />1- 1 lb container ricotta cheese<br />1 pkg dry yeast disolved in a cup warm water(can be substituted with 2 tsp baking powder )<br />2 cups all purpose flour<br />1/4 cup sugar<br />pinch of salt<br />water (if more is needed to make a nice thick batter consistency )<br /><br />vegetable oil for deep frying<br /><br />2 cups confectionery sugar, Place it in a brown paper bag<br /><br /> Mix the first 6 ingredients,<br />let the mix sit for 30 minutes covered with plastic wrap. <br />heat oil till hot and start spooning( use a large tablespoon) the zepoles in the hot oil ( cook on medium to high heat )turn them over , cook them until they are a nice golden color .<br />place them straight into the confectionery sugar and seal bag and shake .. place on a serving platter and serve after 5 minutes.mamma_neehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08433156588761793460noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446959439357154932.post-79825225746022734272010-06-15T05:05:00.000-07:002010-06-15T05:14:05.943-07:00Grilled summer fruitsThis is a quick and easy dessert for summer get togethers .<br /><br /> Corn oil for coating fruits<br /><br />peaches, cut in half, pits removed<br /> plums, cut in half, pits removed<br /> large strawberries, hulled (or other berries of your choice)<br />1/4 cup brown sugar<br /><br />Heat grill to medium high. Lightly brush fruit with oil. Grill peaches and plums for about 8 minutes, turning frequently until juicy and grill marked. Add strawberries to the grill during last minute of cooking.<br />When cool enough to handle, cut peaches and plums into chunks. Toss with brown sugar and gently stir in strawberries. Let stand 5 minutes.<br /><br />These are great served with a dash of whipped cream or go all out and serve it over a piece of yellow cake /fruit/whipped cream.<br />(21 and older...try a little rum mixed into the fruit )mamma_neehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08433156588761793460noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446959439357154932.post-3077312784965483372010-05-26T03:42:00.000-07:002010-08-09T08:09:52.548-07:00Eggplant RollatiniEggplant Rollatini <br /><br />You will need about 4 cups of your favorite tomato sauce <br /><br /><br />filling <br />______<br />mix all ingedients<br />1 lb ricotta cheese <br />2 tablespoon your favorite grated cheese<br />1 egg<br />few tablespoons of chopped mozzarella is optional <br />tsp fresh chopped parsley<br />salt/pepper to taste <br /><br />_____________________________________________<br />1 Eggplant (slice rounds 1/4`` thick )<br /><br />1 cup flour<br />1 egg beat w/ 5 tbsp milk<br />2 cups seasoned bread crumbs <br /><br />oil for frying<br /><br />Take slices of eggplant and coat with flour then in the egg mixture and then coat in the bread crumbs ... fry in hot oil (1/2`` deep or you can deep fry ..make sure oil is hot when you place the eggplant in the oil) Fry till golden brown and crispy .<br /><br /><br />cool down eggplant, when its cool take each slice and scoop a tablespoon of the the cheese mixture in the center and roll the eggplant ,(add a scoop of sauce at the bottom of a baking pan ) Place over the sauce with the the side that remains open facing down fill the rest ...cover with sauce and place foil over the top <br /><br />cook in 375 degree oven till it bubbles (approximately 20 minutes) ovens may vary .. you can put more mozzarella over the top if you like and cook an additional 5 minutes till the cheese gets all bubbly on top) serve with a side of pasta .<br /><br /><br /><br /><br />If you have any recipes that you would like to share ..leave them in the comment box and I will be happy to add them in my blog .mamma_neehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08433156588761793460noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446959439357154932.post-91537979046453102092010-04-22T15:08:00.000-07:002010-04-23T04:12:38.333-07:00GIVEAWAY ..$20.00 STOP & SHOP GIFT CARD ..ENDS Saturday April 24th 12 noonI was given the oportunity to try out some really great products from General Mills with a Stop & Shop Gift Card worth $20.00 to spend on these products and upon using my card and bringing a re-useable shopping bag and I automatically was entered to win A 2010 Hybrid car !!<br /><br /> Open to residents of MA, RI, CT, NH, NJ, NY, MD, DE, VA or DC and individuals at least 18 years old. For details about the sweepstakes, see in-store for complete rules. <br />Stop & Shop* so you can pick up your favorite General Mills products for a chance to win a 2010 Hybrid Car! <br /><br /><br />General mills Items....<br /><br /> Cascadian Farms Cereal <br /> <br /> Cascadian Farms Cereal <br /><br /> Cascadian Farms Frozen Vegetables <br /> Green Giant Vegetables <br /><br /> Progresso Light, Reduced Sodium and High Fiber Soups<br /> <br /> Nature Valley Crunchy or Sweet & Salty Granola Bars <br /><br /> Betty Crocker Specialty Potatoes<br /> <br /> Green Giant Boxed Vegetables or Prepared Vegetables, Simple Steam Seasoned Vegetables or Rices <br /><br /> Betty Crocker Boxed Muffins <br /> Green Giant Wanchai Ferry Entrees <br /><br /> Betty Crocker Cookie Pouch <br /> Yoplait Frozen Smoothies <br /><br /><br /> Nature Valley Crunchy, Sweet & Salty,Trail Mix and Yogurt Bars <br /> Totino's Pizza Rolls <br /><br /><br /> Nature Valley Granola Nut Clusters <br /> Pillsbury Savorings <br /><br /> General Mills Fiber One Chewy Bars <br /> Fiber One Muffins <br /><br /> Betty Crocker Gushers, Fruit Shapes, Fruit by the Foot or Fruit Rollups <br /> Pillsbury Crescent Rolls <br /><br /> Green Giant Valley Fresh Steamers <br /> Pillsbury Sweet Rolls <br /><br /> Yo-Pus, Yoplait Fiber One or Yoplait Delights Multi Pack <br /> Yoplait Greek Style Yogurt <br /><br /> Yoplait Original, Light, Thick & Creamy, Light Thick & Creamy or Whips <br /> Yoplait Kid Multi Pack <br /><br /> Pillsbury Grands Biscuits <br /> Cheerios 14 Oz <br /><br /> Totino's Pizza Rolls 90 Ct. <br /> Cocoa Puffs 16.5 Oz <br /><br /> Cheerios 18 Oz <br /> Honey Nut Cheerios 17 Oz <br /><br /> Cinnamon Toast Crunch 24.9 Oz <br /> Lucky Charms 16 oz <br /><br /> Honey Nut Cheerios 25.25 Oz <br /> Multigrain Cheerios 12.8 Oz <br /><br /> Kix 18 Oz <br /> Reeses Peanut Butter Puffs 18 Oz <br /><br /> Lucky Charms 24 Oz <br /> <br /><br /> Multigrain Cheerios 16.2 O<br /><br /><br />Honey Nut Cheerios being one of my favorites :)<br /><br />Disclaimer ... All this information and gift card was given to me by General Mills and Stop & Shop and additional gift card through MyBlogSpark™.<br /><br />They are giving me the apportunity to also give one of my lucky readers a STOP & SHOP GIFT CARD worth $20.00 !!to try general mills brands above plus get entered to win the car !<br /><br />To enter FOLLOW MY BLOG and Please tell me Which General Mills products will you stock up on for your 2010 eco-friendly Hybrid car entry? And be sure to leave me your e`mail so I can contact the winner ,mamma_neehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08433156588761793460noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446959439357154932.post-58237840011240581012010-04-12T15:20:00.000-07:002010-04-12T15:42:03.649-07:00Seasoned Baked Potatoes(Short cuts)<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg03JuYoy5esi8lXQbgZbixEWkgsOyZtFJ4_XtGvq385CpxDaUszddWeGmO2i6l4cJ_nfMXc4kSGVxxsnlRuMpDUGI7adV0dhgI2uScjS8atcEepiDVSDZrvc6wPZ-orJt72gVh3FqyloQ/s1600/Potatoes+001.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg03JuYoy5esi8lXQbgZbixEWkgsOyZtFJ4_XtGvq385CpxDaUszddWeGmO2i6l4cJ_nfMXc4kSGVxxsnlRuMpDUGI7adV0dhgI2uScjS8atcEepiDVSDZrvc6wPZ-orJt72gVh3FqyloQ/s320/Potatoes+001.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5459383503016880322" /></a><br /><br />Par-boiled, Sliced, Seasoned & Ready to bake !<br /><br /><br />Quick and Perfect every time ...<br /><br /><br />use Idaho potatoes ...wash well and par boil ...do not over cook .... <br /><br />oil a cookie sheet ,slice potatoes 1/2 inch thick and season with salt,pepper,garlic powder,onion powder,oregano and paprika or (Cayenne pepper if you like a little spice)... (rosemarie is delish in this dish as well ..just remember when using fresh herbs they will burn so just sprinkle over the potatoes 1 minute prior to taking them out of the oven ) Dried herbs will not burn so you can season before baking . <br /><br />sprinkle a little olive oil over the top<br /><br />bake in a preheated 450 - 475 degree oven for 10 to 15 minutes...till crispy and a golden brown.<br /><br /> You can boil them days in advance and store in the fridge for quick side dishes or for the holidays ... Slice and bake them as you need them .mamma_neehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08433156588761793460noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446959439357154932.post-18742811945519666332010-03-13T13:54:00.000-08:002010-03-24T06:10:58.102-07:00GIVEAWAY - FREE YOPLAIT GREEK YOGURT plus $20.00 Stop & Shop Gift Card 3/13/10 ends on 3/31/2010 noon ESTFriday I received a package of Greek Yogurt to try and a $20.00 Stop & shop gift card to use towards more yogurt to share with my friends and family . <br /><br />I tried the yogurt this morning and loved it , My eyes noticed the package reading more protein ! which made it even more appealing for me , The texture is smooth and thick and It left me satisfied , They have a wide variety . I tried the honey vanilla ! delish :) and I want to tell all my friends about it !!<br /><br />All this and all the information was given to me by Yoplait and Stop & Shop through MyBlogSpark. They have also given me an additional gift pack to give away to one lucky reader !!(free gift pack includes 4 free coupons for Yoplait Greek Yogurt plus a $20.00 Stop & Shop Gift Card ) I will choose a reader randomly on wednesday March 31st @ 12 noon .<br /><br />MUST BE A USA RESIDENT & A FOLLOWER OF MY BLOG TO ENTER ( NO P.O. BOXES )( follow the 2 rules ) PLEASE LEAVE A COMMENT AND TELL ME ...<br />Rule #1 Which flavor of Yoplait Greek yogurt you would most like to try ??? <br /><br />OR<br /><br />tell me How you get in touch with your own inner goddess ??<br /><br />Rule #2 Please leave your first name and Email ( Must have an e`mail to notify you if your the winner ! ) <br /><br />Good Luck everyone :) May the best reader win !<br /><br />You can enter once a day for more chances to win ! The more entries the greater the chances of winning .mamma_neehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08433156588761793460noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446959439357154932.post-83905011561855291422010-03-05T04:54:00.000-08:002010-03-05T13:31:07.885-08:00Split Pea soup<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNkEcM5tC2wqYlPrc9eBy-Pgfx5IbqamQOrvN0A-sIXVLAgkFoxIPJDwJ5Rxd0hCXTfqS_TW6EJPZeYZXdJdixohvWkW8G3xLyXjUE6uVU0nT6sINYuMDk-P0-Y9MdFys8xd-GAXtpW1A/s1600-h/kitchen..pea+soup+005.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNkEcM5tC2wqYlPrc9eBy-Pgfx5IbqamQOrvN0A-sIXVLAgkFoxIPJDwJ5Rxd0hCXTfqS_TW6EJPZeYZXdJdixohvWkW8G3xLyXjUE6uVU0nT6sINYuMDk-P0-Y9MdFys8xd-GAXtpW1A/s320/kitchen..pea+soup+005.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5445235971135483538" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2XM0y3nTuRr_DIKRQqUl5M4qAsbRvW5-TFsz91-hZdDoTaOR3fJsF7a0amSP9YohBciZqcbpodzgWGoVPWjiuicQM4Xk0UXxO1lyEwNbkcki8lTEDgSbL2V4mXHuvjYvEuYOCfp9mz_g/s1600-h/kitchen..pea+soup+006.jpg"><img style="float:left; 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margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjejV038ZuJljlzSBynRTxx3TdxLPICsMUfBo2vWrMGeosDLcZIaNlJ-x0xELY6xdv8SGoPI0cGOsXGGt_d1242Fq9LVFwi5Ufu0KU6tN21z7-Zoxy5cO1hWEjS7_nhp_OFwB9ZnxzSGpQ/s320/kitchen..pea+soup+003.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5445235244030764642" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiPDPARBCALTIOx1wojeeniBvtv2Hobxw-kD9KpRs4xiBoO0P-9KEOfQuZExZEDKd9CZlRuLkXxWfLtAnaDpNaOBJfYr_ZhRvtMiMdPFKH7b5PMUMNzvPuZiaMVMpmW2USOAL1pXaH75w/s1600-h/kitchen..pea+soup+001.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiPDPARBCALTIOx1wojeeniBvtv2Hobxw-kD9KpRs4xiBoO0P-9KEOfQuZExZEDKd9CZlRuLkXxWfLtAnaDpNaOBJfYr_ZhRvtMiMdPFKH7b5PMUMNzvPuZiaMVMpmW2USOAL1pXaH75w/s320/kitchen..pea+soup+001.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5445234546522313762" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPkRIQ1hrk4huZhAfvSzPbwwRhXTzi4ubHdHKn6OVM8QoYDOoWHehj1NWcaNzll6R41_f-zO6iJ_84-H_GJRZJCz6rcOS3zfhMPqfF9_5QWR5JAcUo5RXryupsruo-uV8wbSuvIVXVSFU/s1600-h/kitchen..pea+soup+002.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPkRIQ1hrk4huZhAfvSzPbwwRhXTzi4ubHdHKn6OVM8QoYDOoWHehj1NWcaNzll6R41_f-zO6iJ_84-H_GJRZJCz6rcOS3zfhMPqfF9_5QWR5JAcUo5RXryupsruo-uV8wbSuvIVXVSFU/s320/kitchen..pea+soup+002.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5445234994974586658" /></a><br /><br /><br />1/4 c. unsalted butter<br />1 meaty ham bone or 2 smoked ham hocks<br />3 chopped Carrots<br />2 chopped Celery stalks ,<br />1 chopped Onion<br /><br />5 cups water<br />5 cups chicken or vegetable stock (less salt)<br />1 pkg. green split peas (washed and drained)<br /><br />2 potatoes peeled and cubed <br /><br />Salt & pepper and garlic powder to taste <br /><br />2 tbsp. dry sherry<br /><br /><br /><br />add butter in a big pot , add in the ham,carrots,cellery,onion cook on medium heat for 10 minutes .<br /><br />add water,stock,split peas bring to a boil and then lower to simmer ..let simmer for 1 1/2 hours <br /><br />Remove the ham bone and shred the meat from the bone, removing any excess fat. Return the meat to the soup.<br />add in the potatoes and continue simmering till potatoes cook through (15 minutes) <br />remove from heat .<br /><br />add the Salt(taste before adding any salt ! ), pepper , garlic powder to taste and add in the dry sherry . stir and serve .<br /><br /><br />This soup freezes real well and is great on those cold wintry days . Enjoy with croutons or unsalted crackers .mamma_neehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08433156588761793460noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446959439357154932.post-72269673056184255802010-02-08T16:43:00.000-08:002010-02-08T16:56:00.256-08:00Flounder SavoyI am not much of a fish eater but absolutely love flounder done with this recipe . So light and does not taste fishy at all.<br /><br />very quick and easy .<br /><br /><br />1/2 cup flour ..add a dash of salt & pepper and mix <br />1 egg .. whisk <br />2 tablespoon milk (mix w/the egg)<br />1 minced garlic<br />1 tablespoon butter<br />fresh parsley <br />lemon juice from 1 lemon<br />3 tablespoons water<br />salt & pepper to taste<br /><br />oil for frying <br /><br /> coat your flounder with the flour , then dip in the egg , fry on med heat , flip and cook other side ..Take fish out onto plate and remove excess oil from fry pan , add the garlic in the fry pan and fry for 1 minute add the butter lemon juice and parsley, salt & pepper to taste and 3 tablespoon of water and place flounder back into fry pan to coat. server over rice pilaf with a side of your favorite vegetable.mamma_neehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08433156588761793460noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446959439357154932.post-86108372921638337732010-01-21T15:11:00.000-08:002010-01-22T06:28:18.636-08:00BACALA Here is the Bacala recipe that someone requested from me today .<br /><br />Bacala can be bought with or without bones ( I PREFER NO BONES )<br /><br /><br />3 days before you want to cook the Bacala you will need to cut it into big chunks and SOAK it in a huge container covered in cold water for 3 days ( place in the fridge and change water at least 3 times a day ) <br /><br />drain the Bacala well .<br /><br /><br />THERE are many ways to prepare it , Here are a few of my favorites .<br /><br /><br />1. You can just boil it for about 5 minutes( when cooked , Bacala can easily flake with a fork ) , drain it and toss it with some chopped garlic, parsley, black pepper and olive oil . <br /> ______________________________________________________________<br /><br />2. Chop an onion and a clove of garlic and fry w/some olive oil , add a few chopped calamate olives , let cook for 1 minute , add a large can of chopped tomato w/puree and black pepper let cook another 5 minutes , add in the Bacala and cook another 10 minutes ( till Bacala flakes easily with a fork ) . This can be served over a bed of linguine or spaghetti .<br /><br /> _______________________________________________________________<br /><br />MY favorite way<br /><br />3. Flour the Bacala, shake excess flour and fry on medium heat for approximately 10 minutes (making sure it cooks through ) Once the Bacala is fried ....slice some hot vinegar peppers(or sweet if you don`t like hot) and fry them in the same fry pan (fry for 5 minutes ) when peppers are cooked , add some vinegar juice from jar that peppers came in ( about 1/4 cup ) and add the Bacala back in the fry pan and toss together and serve . mamma_neehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08433156588761793460noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446959439357154932.post-45159058812411418642010-01-04T19:06:00.000-08:002010-01-07T11:27:53.910-08:00Old El Paso “Tackle the Taste” gift pack for the big game GIVEAWAY !<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgq3aDJlIdk8bBarYmShfDuDPYcmTX-kBK7sQ6ZseJlLncWZAZoa8WF562GU5u6nYa7v-K1zgMvJt0ZwNSlyKVtYKxZcmZ3FqjUuTvReTZ3gUNt5Qvn5Fq4vsJy9EZc7hOwPBnGXTm0K0c/s1600-h/old_el_paso.gif"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgq3aDJlIdk8bBarYmShfDuDPYcmTX-kBK7sQ6ZseJlLncWZAZoa8WF562GU5u6nYa7v-K1zgMvJt0ZwNSlyKVtYKxZcmZ3FqjUuTvReTZ3gUNt5Qvn5Fq4vsJy9EZc7hOwPBnGXTm0K0c/s320/old_el_paso.gif" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5423098566614292642" /></a><br />Courtesy of Old El Paso & My Blogspark, I'm set to receive a FREE gift pack<br /><br />The gift pack includes:<br /><br />Two free cans of Green Chiles, as well as a football-shaped ceramic serving platter, two sets of football-themed plates, cocktail napkins, and a themed table runner!!<br /><br />here are some recipes you can use for your big Game Party ! My old time favorite is the Seven-Layer Bean Dip !<br /><br /><a href="http://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes.aspx/green-chile-dip/81488a96-dd3d-4c67-a535-812830ba8dcd">NachosGreen Chile Dip<br />http://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes.aspx/green-chile-dip/81488a96-dd3d-4c67-a535-812830ba8dcd</a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes.aspx/green-chile-cornbread/efe677fe-8948-4cfd-9fda-bc3d20bdfb3d">Green Chile Cornbread<br />http://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes.aspx/green-chile-cornbread/efe677fe-8948-4cfd-9fda-bc3d20bdfb3d</a><br /><br />Taco Nachos<br /><a href="http://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes.aspx/grilled-picnic-taco-nachos/144a1812-6320-4d92-876b-2f2d78bb9350">http://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes.aspx/grilled-picnic-taco-nachos/144a1812-6320-4d92-876b-2f2d78bb9350</a><br /><br />Black Bean Dip<br /><a href="http://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes.aspx/black-bean-dip/39b1b165-3957-48a8-ac86-103ecd80013e">http://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes.aspx/black-bean-dip/39b1b165-3957-48a8-ac86-103ecd80013e</a><br /><br />Slow Cooker Salsa Chili<br /><a href="http://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes.aspx/slow-cooker-salsa-chili/8009dcbf-bda0-488b-ae7a-cf3af95594e4">http://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes.aspx/slow-cooker-salsa-chili/8009dcbf-bda0-488b-ae7a-cf3af95594e4</a><br /><br />Seven-Layer Bean Dip<br /><a href="http://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes.aspx/seven-layer-bean-dip/8689a30d-32d7-4e42-82f9-7d924f77166b">http://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes.aspx/seven-layer-bean-dip/8689a30d-32d7-4e42-82f9-7d924f77166b</a><br /><br />Skillet Nacho Chili<br /><a href="http://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes.aspx/seven-layer-bean-dip/8689a30d-32d7-4e42-82f9-7d924f77166b">http://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes.aspx/skillet-nacho-chili/28be2c98-98cc-46d4-94e2-a6dedba783e5</a><br /><br />Southwestern Dip<br /><a href="http://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes.aspx/southwestern-dip/c4ab402b-a259-4ae5-923a-ee661f59ce97">http://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes.aspx/southwestern-dip/c4ab402b-a259-4ae5-923a-ee661f59ce97</a><br /><br />You can get a 55 cent off coupon for a can of Old El Paso Green Chile @ <a href="http://bricks.coupons.com/bstart.asp?o=60559&ci=1&c=GM&p=TFWYe75d">http://bricks.coupons.com/bstart.asp?o=60559&ci=1&c=GM&p=TFWYe75d</a><br /><br />How to win:<br />One winner will be chosen at random on January 15th. Items will be shipped to winner (US only) via My Blogspark.<br /><br /><span><strong>MANDATORY, FIRST ENTRY:</strong></span><br />leave a comment and Share how you would use Old El Paso Green Chiles to spice up your favorite recipe(s) and please leave your e`mail in this format ....example XXX@ yahoo dot com . <br /><br /><strong><span>For an extra entry :</span></strong><br />Follow my blog<br /><br /><br />disclosure : The Green Chiles, prize pack, information , nutritional value and additional prize pack for my give away were all given to me from Old El Paso through MyBlogSpark.mamma_neehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08433156588761793460noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446959439357154932.post-82693419711176239692009-12-28T05:30:00.000-08:002009-12-28T05:52:32.253-08:00General Mills Cereals = Less Sugar = Healthier BreakfastI was given 4 free coupons to try General Mills Cereal through <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Myblogspark</span> and found this very fascinating ...<br /><br />General Mills announced a commitment to further reduce sugar in cereals advertised to kids under 12 to single digit grams of sugar per serving. The company has already been reducing sugar in cereals while increasing key nutrients, such as calcium and vitamin D, and providing whole grain . thank you General Mills ! :)<br /><br />Did you know that ready-to-eat cereal eaters consume less fat, less cholesterol and more fiber than non-cereal eaters? Cereals also deliver important vitamins, minerals and other essential nutrients, making cereal a top source of key nutrients in children’s diets. I am glad my kids love cereal.<br /><br />Other cereal benefits:<br />Ready-to-eat cereals, including <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">presweetened</span> cereals, account for only 5% of sugar in children’s diets.<br /><br />Ready-to-eat cereal is the No. 1 source of whole grains in a child’s diet today. This I never new before reading this article from General Mills .<br /><br />More frequent cereal eaters tend to have healthier body weights and lower Body Mass Index measures.<br />Studies also demonstrate the benefits of eating breakfast. A 1998 study showed that children who eat breakfast tend to perform better at school. Compared to children who skip breakfast, children who eat breakfast score higher on tests, are less likely to miss class or be tardy, have fewer reported discipline problems, and make fewer trips to the office. Our schools always said these very things to us every year. I truly believe in this . <br /> <br />For more information about kids and cereals, please visit <a href="http://www.blogger.com/Did%20you%20know%20that%20ready-to-eat%20cereal%20eaters%20consume%20less%20fat,%20less%20cholesterol%20and%20more%20fiber%20than%20non-cereal%20eaters?%20Cereals%20also%20deliver%20important%20vitamins,%20minerals%20and%20other%20essential%20nutrients,%20making%20cereal%20a%20top%20source%20of%20key%20nutrients%20in%20children%E2%80%99s%20diets.%20%20%20%20%20Other%20cereal%20benefits:%20%20%20Ready-to-eat%20cereals,%20including%20presweetened%20cereals,%20account%20for%20only%205%%20of%20sugar%20in%20children%E2%80%99s%20diets.%20%20%20%20Ready-to-eat%20cereal%20is%20the%20No.%201%20source%20of%20whole%20grains%20in%20a%20child%E2%80%99s%20diet%20today.%20%20%20%20More%20frequent%20cereal%20eaters%20tend%20to%20have%20healthier%20body%20weights%20and%20lower%20Body%20Mass%20Index%20measures.%20%20Studies%20also%20demonstrate%20the%20benefits%20of%20eating%20breakfast.%20A%201998%20study%20showed%20that%20children%20who%20eat%20breakfast%20tend%20to%20perform%20better%20at%20school.%20Compared%20to%20children%20who%20skip%20breakfast,%20children%20who%20eat%20breakfast%20score%20higher%20on%20tests,%20are%20less%20likely%20to%20miss%20class%20or%20be%20tardy,%20have%20fewer%20reported%20discipline%20problems,%20and%20make%20fewer%20trips%20to%20the%20office.%20%20%20%20%20For%20more%20information%20about%20kids%20and%20cereals,%20please%20visit%20Cereal%20Health%20and%20Wellness.">Cereal Health and Wellness</a>.<br /><br />Right now if you visit<a href="http://www.blogger.com/here"> here</a> you will find a $1 off coupon for one of four General Mills cereals to help your family come together at the breakfast table every morning.<br /><br />DISCLOSURE : All this information and free cereal coupons were all provided to me by General Mills through <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">MyBlogSpark</span>.mamma_neehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08433156588761793460noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446959439357154932.post-35221208701016709752009-12-20T05:25:00.000-08:002009-12-21T05:10:23.050-08:00GIVEAWAY This Month... 3 serving platters and 2 Coupons for Pillsbury Crescent rolls<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEha-QblQFstDfx9ghyphenhyphenGxX3cQ0ujPkYgOtwZ5wXW_FcjmZ5t3Tkr5qBVfVrH31ZnvOtnXsOeUWvm1SZocbGhGmiRF-IWt8-4Y1Z3KCPEYVg3DUmrkakLC6ElH_Px1HcpIDVPJTN9l1-2g4A/s1600-h/my+blogspark+logo.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEha-QblQFstDfx9ghyphenhyphenGxX3cQ0ujPkYgOtwZ5wXW_FcjmZ5t3Tkr5qBVfVrH31ZnvOtnXsOeUWvm1SZocbGhGmiRF-IWt8-4Y1Z3KCPEYVg3DUmrkakLC6ElH_Px1HcpIDVPJTN9l1-2g4A/s320/my+blogspark+logo.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5417676060232368610" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgKhIJeCMo_wJQcqm_sqbMFWhzWicsUWF90G4oPt4YJZFP7nBIYtHsNgCiH7OanrdM6osJBaK3YL6GJoLXAl1Nxs0tYOqKWP7lGZWBevQh1uqdLZgmPyUDdPSfc6Rfek9iJtf4wUXNFvo/s1600-h/Crescent_Recipe_Creations_Gift_Pack.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgKhIJeCMo_wJQcqm_sqbMFWhzWicsUWF90G4oPt4YJZFP7nBIYtHsNgCiH7OanrdM6osJBaK3YL6GJoLXAl1Nxs0tYOqKWP7lGZWBevQh1uqdLZgmPyUDdPSfc6Rfek9iJtf4wUXNFvo/s320/Crescent_Recipe_Creations_Gift_Pack.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5417318814055853426" /><br /><br /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6bIZhr4I6bp8pgVV4iLaO1m_o-N8110zeAR4Va5srECRCNFGF9L47lSQh6P2Erxa7PanHX9dhS0ULA9d_kvBgTuVLWJ60Pe2G4dZ-eAqnbtn8rNfS06ADFbrfY8bsMQXvghurzGqr544/s1600-h/pillsbury,Recipe_Creations.jpg"><br /></a>Win It: One lucky reader will win the 3 serving platters as pictured above and 2 Coupons for Pillsbury Crescent rolls (valid only in the US) .<br /><br /> I need your help! I have been asked by MyBlogSpark to make an appetizer using Pillsbury Crescent rolls. I have 3 appetizers to choose from and add my own creativity on it, And if it turns out sensational I could even be featured on Pillsbury.com ! :)<br /><br />Here are my 3 choices:<br /><br />1 - Crescent Holiday Tree<br /><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxByLRdi9gk1J9YxerTi1V9te5w_XEkhjT4aZ6m0LJAubJXuk-iZF9vak1iUrHwjXbIGZVme78YHRDCKCx9EkhrydmhW4rxyhYxRCMFUwnDpDSmfp-Wrl0bS4Y5Rci7xjIvoJe-ZYUYzc/s320/pillsbury+Holiday+Tree.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5417319736174093234" /><br /><a href="http://www.pillsbury.com/Recipes/ShowRecipe.aspx?rid=39519">http://www.pillsbury.com/Recipes/ShowRecipe.aspx?rid=39519<br /></a><br /><br />2 - Crescent Wrapped Brie<br /><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqRwRuytfm650_ua22wzQg_kDDBHWR608WDD0hS-jBTwyudkbVHt5sQnbars6RLSV7LIg9HSz_zXwnfF94GeIFT8jLwmhFiD06dwSxMDRQAxJRCXPc3yR2NShwVo7wvv7CWMMpcYRhXfw/s320/pillsbury+wrapped+brie.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5417320162864833346" /><br /><a href="http://www.pillsbury.com/Recipes/ShowRecipe.aspx?rid=9907">http://www.pillsbury.com/Recipes/ShowRecipe.aspx?rid=9907</a><br /><br />3 - Crescent Bacon-Cheese Tartlets<br /><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4pplpuChDJ9rhGQYxqmZtoxCA3M37OllwxMUY_0MtqiQ7JyCN7Baqo6SO0RKmCJiYCaI0aynQPajNl95_-YDOFrZAQ_E8HmdEq1W9aQKQaPGhOAeub-vBgs_qzIWmm5YbUxa-oMOnCug/s320/pillsbury+tartlets.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5417320056850324770" /><br /><a href="http://www.pillsbury.com/Recipes/ShowRecipe.aspx?rid=46242">http://www.pillsbury.com/Recipes/ShowRecipe.aspx?rid=46242</a><br /><br />I was sent 3 serving plattersTo serve my appetizers on and 2 coupons for Pillsbury Crescent rolls . . I can't wait to make one of the above appetizers.<br /><br />Mandatory entry: Visit the links provided above for the 3 different appetizers. Then come back here and tell me which appetizer you think I should make , and leave me your e`mail address so i can notify you if you are the winner.<br /><br />1. Follow my blog (publicly)<br /><br />RULES: Giveaway is open to US Residents only. Giveaway ends December 27, 2009 at 11:59 PM. Winner will be chosen via Random. Must have valid email in blog profile or leave email in comments otherwise you will be disqualified. Winner will have 48 hrs. to confirm by email, If no confirmation in that time frame a new winner will be chosen.<br /><br />Disclaimer: Pillsbury provided me with the free product, information, and gift packs through MyBlogSpark.<br /><br /><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6bIZhr4I6bp8pgVV4iLaO1m_o-N8110zeAR4Va5srECRCNFGF9L47lSQh6P2Erxa7PanHX9dhS0ULA9d_kvBgTuVLWJ60Pe2G4dZ-eAqnbtn8rNfS06ADFbrfY8bsMQXvghurzGqr544/s320/pillsbury,Recipe_Creations.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5417318703465135026" />mamma_neehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08433156588761793460noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446959439357154932.post-30402747009110418722009-12-07T14:41:00.000-08:002009-12-20T18:54:04.580-08:00Remarkable cakes by Fran<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4beQIT1d0A1uWZMnwQbG9sfuoR1gedbhJ6NzPHEPI93oV2GGZRe7sqCwjFrz8JLz8hPhl2Z0m923Xb6y34kjNMRTp9lQ111LcFofmGz3GrzcRpBjUfTiHvqsxdxXNM2oDzU4XcHjcYnQ/s1600-h/cake+box.bmp"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4beQIT1d0A1uWZMnwQbG9sfuoR1gedbhJ6NzPHEPI93oV2GGZRe7sqCwjFrz8JLz8hPhl2Z0m923Xb6y34kjNMRTp9lQ111LcFofmGz3GrzcRpBjUfTiHvqsxdxXNM2oDzU4XcHjcYnQ/s320/cake+box.bmp" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5417515998517366690" /> # 18<br /></a>This has got to be my all time favorite<br />She is coming to a cookie swap and she<br />has put her cookies in the cake box<br />( Yes the box is a cake ! :) ) Now How<br />original is that ? Can you imagine how nice<br />to use a cake box like this to propose to someone ? <br />I think that would be so cool!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjElM5H6kqNEnvRJ5dgKEK5LTpMHLzHCISWq4PaJSfTKuQACsyMclDbpS0yQhF2qgyX8v7uQ4vuCn9MFOwhG2ydXsOdSSojtesqvbpki2jV13s08meAdIbmg77mGWIiUl-U4s3B_ML-4z4/s1600-h/Fran`s+unbelieavable+cakes.jpg+17.bmp"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjElM5H6kqNEnvRJ5dgKEK5LTpMHLzHCISWq4PaJSfTKuQACsyMclDbpS0yQhF2qgyX8v7uQ4vuCn9MFOwhG2ydXsOdSSojtesqvbpki2jV13s08meAdIbmg77mGWIiUl-U4s3B_ML-4z4/s320/Fran`s+unbelieavable+cakes.jpg+17.bmp" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5412633571176890882" />#17</a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgglV3APSH9YAa7bfOJFU8hHBqRO0tdcQIKfuG-A95lRIS3XzlVTXnEpvabaQcrmcJrb3nwhuk7qcEqZxEUgk5mSAKpgn4mb7K0Cd4otWql8O3j5CliuvSM9uGsqoHZqcweLpxZYLSO8z8/s1600-h/Fran`s+unbelieavable+cakes.jpg+16.bmp"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgglV3APSH9YAa7bfOJFU8hHBqRO0tdcQIKfuG-A95lRIS3XzlVTXnEpvabaQcrmcJrb3nwhuk7qcEqZxEUgk5mSAKpgn4mb7K0Cd4otWql8O3j5CliuvSM9uGsqoHZqcweLpxZYLSO8z8/s320/Fran`s+unbelieavable+cakes.jpg+16.bmp" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5412633403975416914" />#16<br /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCepYeRINfT05-jGhhpNhsEmTovq36s2xznXa6bEBs5dHtMnTGjDx-SMTlRWwqhx-sC42UHWe4LvmiC4TADWyjuEqXJhi1P8Qh_jo7o0LlKMoJucRxZYc7aYYR4xXuwKvfPFiyOMKbfzw/s1600-h/Fran`s+unbelieavable+cakes.jpg+15.bmp"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCepYeRINfT05-jGhhpNhsEmTovq36s2xznXa6bEBs5dHtMnTGjDx-SMTlRWwqhx-sC42UHWe4LvmiC4TADWyjuEqXJhi1P8Qh_jo7o0LlKMoJucRxZYc7aYYR4xXuwKvfPFiyOMKbfzw/s320/Fran`s+unbelieavable+cakes.jpg+15.bmp" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5412633305630581554" />#15<br /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFyPkj8sUYxhh3YJWG6MrlyJwMnIANkbijb9BcMXNVlLa4ryhNbMrh8S83Lp8cQlqVX2TIXXvipQeOug9qLHoxYMJaH2M4D7e85OWB1K_JJpUzPuJxP4pB8Oj2Ir8DMnh8T3T27a2mXWI/s1600-h/Fran`s+unbelieavable+cakes.jpg+14.bmp"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFyPkj8sUYxhh3YJWG6MrlyJwMnIANkbijb9BcMXNVlLa4ryhNbMrh8S83Lp8cQlqVX2TIXXvipQeOug9qLHoxYMJaH2M4D7e85OWB1K_JJpUzPuJxP4pB8Oj2Ir8DMnh8T3T27a2mXWI/s320/Fran`s+unbelieavable+cakes.jpg+14.bmp" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5412633162250441154" />#14<br /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-gBaucIn1JAjONDDNgc_E9XBWHF4rwBjFVs5qhxF6GW_IYv4Ll9Zcn49KXsntgHhYz5Fjgo_AXWeraeQNZuzAamwP0f0NB6xc2BUBdrF7bdLNkkAbYoSDXC3kmwsfgCdFTiN__s1sv8c/s1600-h/Fran`s+unbelieavable+cakes.jpg+13.bmp"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-gBaucIn1JAjONDDNgc_E9XBWHF4rwBjFVs5qhxF6GW_IYv4Ll9Zcn49KXsntgHhYz5Fjgo_AXWeraeQNZuzAamwP0f0NB6xc2BUBdrF7bdLNkkAbYoSDXC3kmwsfgCdFTiN__s1sv8c/s320/Fran`s+unbelieavable+cakes.jpg+13.bmp" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5412633074991862066" />#13<br /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi78cnSf8TbtODbRdWBoeNhmCKoShjsv8IipQjYmC-BLUdrKQGKJM1el51frY5Bv_aPYjWGziY-QeY7Y4AAVpj1e4sCl1omiI3_CIB7OMWtJslXZ5x_ZAr7cEN0W_-oTh7KMczE5hCUZKw/s1600-h/Fran`s+unbelieavable+cakes.jpg+12.bmp"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi78cnSf8TbtODbRdWBoeNhmCKoShjsv8IipQjYmC-BLUdrKQGKJM1el51frY5Bv_aPYjWGziY-QeY7Y4AAVpj1e4sCl1omiI3_CIB7OMWtJslXZ5x_ZAr7cEN0W_-oTh7KMczE5hCUZKw/s320/Fran`s+unbelieavable+cakes.jpg+12.bmp" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5412632988578893106" />#12<br /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgc9edSJ1pO8OAue-tuM9G-EHXYL1R4RfS8EntbaDsDr6NPEoYOB3QMFm_cB1LD9fFYWppLsO8gC-xAk5CSykNCb2FBb5hdYjb_X1MxSgUpe2-3Z2gBS6qYoiCh1KLA0vTeKoOu-vP2gCc/s1600-h/Fran`s+unbelieavable+cakes.jpg+11.bmp"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgc9edSJ1pO8OAue-tuM9G-EHXYL1R4RfS8EntbaDsDr6NPEoYOB3QMFm_cB1LD9fFYWppLsO8gC-xAk5CSykNCb2FBb5hdYjb_X1MxSgUpe2-3Z2gBS6qYoiCh1KLA0vTeKoOu-vP2gCc/s320/Fran`s+unbelieavable+cakes.jpg+11.bmp" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5412632887974247010" />#11<br /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFr65vZ92QFFZumlS8fUZKAbh8G_8CDWLkM-edC2OBbo-cTMXAthjMwYMDCH9Q-icdSdXPl6IT2B5LmR82fTGve5SZKNKHkLXm18K7WaYghvD6H72Y-ChkP75JqotcdQno3xg0tME93jE/s1600-h/Fran`s+unbelieavable+cakes.jpg+10.bmp"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFr65vZ92QFFZumlS8fUZKAbh8G_8CDWLkM-edC2OBbo-cTMXAthjMwYMDCH9Q-icdSdXPl6IT2B5LmR82fTGve5SZKNKHkLXm18K7WaYghvD6H72Y-ChkP75JqotcdQno3xg0tME93jE/s320/Fran`s+unbelieavable+cakes.jpg+10.bmp" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5412632795385358978" />#10<br /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiErAfM1j9o9_ZRGUB1CPPff6R7g5VMPzfsNkjp_WoOUoybjO5VvY_-cjp2Gm4YS1VFs4eIgAdg27fvtiktqR3C716dEBwc7_jlmp-voevrCjRi1P77bKQyVkKbp4xG49XynFfopb-TYGU/s1600-h/Fran`s+unbelieavable+cakes.jpg+9.bmp"><img 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onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRsQ7tfYlamizJo-F8cAgsbJNw5iiWLBKNeJDCw-gEcA6iYs73X46Biegd19-6SLIoQKIKnsGoEZSM2Pg7DU-HfGagLaesnwZ5l9fuJhKeX-rM1DqWYW5eVsU7uT5ijt9W-qDFi-c2kH0/s1600-h/Fran`s+unbelieavable+cakes.jpg+7.bmp"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRsQ7tfYlamizJo-F8cAgsbJNw5iiWLBKNeJDCw-gEcA6iYs73X46Biegd19-6SLIoQKIKnsGoEZSM2Pg7DU-HfGagLaesnwZ5l9fuJhKeX-rM1DqWYW5eVsU7uT5ijt9W-qDFi-c2kH0/s320/Fran`s+unbelieavable+cakes.jpg+7.bmp" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5412632462292798418" />#7<br /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilD0OczNfxjgGMRx5uQXQJUZDxBJ6Ciy6S9Whe9zZ4pXuELbCFSk5qC57zNQ7dNOH4BuWRwZIrrfvxadiYV9djJkdlD29IRX4pB6QPj1KRh_54G4hRWnKGqkxFuL5Ytx_IflNtz8Dd-_o/s1600-h/Fran`s+unbelieavable+cakes.jpg+6.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilD0OczNfxjgGMRx5uQXQJUZDxBJ6Ciy6S9Whe9zZ4pXuELbCFSk5qC57zNQ7dNOH4BuWRwZIrrfvxadiYV9djJkdlD29IRX4pB6QPj1KRh_54G4hRWnKGqkxFuL5Ytx_IflNtz8Dd-_o/s320/Fran`s+unbelieavable+cakes.jpg+6.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5412632311846469042" />#6<br /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjni_GrpqthZGzk7nq-A1u8O1Ug3TPl1VUZLeInHejGQEXQO2Of3wHMlHLBoUjH_nPrG5FDz4cDv0ntQ09hQDGHoOdSiVXKWGGgZVgIB9eb5GZKXnYnIFm9RSB9Do499xu2TD677mrY3WM/s1600-h/Fran`s+unbelieavable+cakes.jpg+5.bmp"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjni_GrpqthZGzk7nq-A1u8O1Ug3TPl1VUZLeInHejGQEXQO2Of3wHMlHLBoUjH_nPrG5FDz4cDv0ntQ09hQDGHoOdSiVXKWGGgZVgIB9eb5GZKXnYnIFm9RSB9Do499xu2TD677mrY3WM/s320/Fran`s+unbelieavable+cakes.jpg+5.bmp" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5412632200786902722" />#5<br /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSSEcPx-uaCyAAsyFJydzJVfubJaB29hXHjKT7g_0B7sOPu-ZeigVXbm6JmvZKXE10iOxC2GAAQ7wevr69sRB6JA5jX6FA__PCb5fyC8xy7xldzj7yC1X6YTzPOacGWNiFzS6oxa03GB0/s1600-h/Fran`s+unbelieavable+cakes.jpg+4.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSSEcPx-uaCyAAsyFJydzJVfubJaB29hXHjKT7g_0B7sOPu-ZeigVXbm6JmvZKXE10iOxC2GAAQ7wevr69sRB6JA5jX6FA__PCb5fyC8xy7xldzj7yC1X6YTzPOacGWNiFzS6oxa03GB0/s320/Fran`s+unbelieavable+cakes.jpg+4.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5412632119376805954" />#4<br /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWVKT1nQcceOzUOWVEVHxcYjkSKxiJr65f8q8Fvs3VAoifl3qnsojDhIjscqFHLhd29vzzBXwLvN9lfUFpZAtd_FoTqPQMaMkBDEuXj1L8LcD32OqHDaEW3u9c2NucHVpeNWlmQd9h4yA/s1600-h/Fran`s+unbelieavable+cakes.jpg+3.bmp"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWVKT1nQcceOzUOWVEVHxcYjkSKxiJr65f8q8Fvs3VAoifl3qnsojDhIjscqFHLhd29vzzBXwLvN9lfUFpZAtd_FoTqPQMaMkBDEuXj1L8LcD32OqHDaEW3u9c2NucHVpeNWlmQd9h4yA/s320/Fran`s+unbelieavable+cakes.jpg+3.bmp" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5412632011784525954" />#3<br /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgH3fcLekJ1p18po3Qq31-c2jjNv5W4E2EO52c1QCN01Dhivpm1xlynK2bTXSXDLSDnrrK9Zb8KifdRw1gl80XWh2_nJwRNWbvLZQihF0WfyUA6Q6ajRaS-nrpf37kB7Hhrn5dn57d6_zg/s1600-h/Fran`s+unbelieavable+cakes.jpg+2.bmp"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgH3fcLekJ1p18po3Qq31-c2jjNv5W4E2EO52c1QCN01Dhivpm1xlynK2bTXSXDLSDnrrK9Zb8KifdRw1gl80XWh2_nJwRNWbvLZQihF0WfyUA6Q6ajRaS-nrpf37kB7Hhrn5dn57d6_zg/s320/Fran`s+unbelieavable+cakes.jpg+2.bmp" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5412631929430033458" />#2<br /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhU-aJS13wVngLWz3pxJsfzXDb2RoiTK6dC86FxnozFhX6v1Lp7TTxNeiaIY0dQBtjwwh7-oNpIsbEtadpvyynq-yqMsJEI5yX0lhto3nePhiUJDddvRtyWnN-4cA13XfevC6CH9wwerDc/s1600-h/Fran`s+unbelieavable+cakes.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhU-aJS13wVngLWz3pxJsfzXDb2RoiTK6dC86FxnozFhX6v1Lp7TTxNeiaIY0dQBtjwwh7-oNpIsbEtadpvyynq-yqMsJEI5yX0lhto3nePhiUJDddvRtyWnN-4cA13XfevC6CH9wwerDc/s320/Fran`s+unbelieavable+cakes.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5412631809171236322" />#1<br /></a><br />I just had to share these cakes with everyone .<br />What she makes is just amazing ! and if these beauties aren`t enough , she will make you anything you could imagine . If your having a special party and want a unique cake like one of these beauties please leave a comment below with your e`mail and the number of the cake you are inquiring about , and I will get Fran to contact you to make all the arrangement for your special occasion . She is located in Long Island, NY . At the moment she is only catering to the local area .<br /><br />These awesome cakes range from $100.00 to $200.00 depending on the size and the amount of details the cake has.mamma_neehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08433156588761793460noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446959439357154932.post-54329428923705537892009-12-04T06:50:00.000-08:002009-12-04T07:00:01.047-08:00HOT DIGGITY CHILIMY HOT <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">DIGGITY</span> CHILI<br /><br /><br />STEP 1<br /><br />1 to 1 1/2 lb. ground beef<br />1<span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Sm</span> onion chopped<br />1 red bell pepper chopped<br />3 hot green <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">chilies</span> finely chopped<br />3 garlic cloves finely chopped<br />1 chopped carrot<br />1/2 cup chopped celery<br /> -----------------------------------<br /> STEP 2<br /><br /><br />1 bag dried kidney beans ( rinsed )<br /><br />1 <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">lrg</span> can <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">tomato</span> puree plus 2 cans of water (using the <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">tomatoe</span> cans to measure )<br /><br /><br />seasoning ... 4 heaping TBSP <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">cumin</span> powder<br /> 2 TBSP G<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">aram</span> <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">masala</span><br /> 1 TBSP hot chili powder<br /> 1 tsp garlic powder<br /> salt & pepper to taste<br />-----------------------------------------------<br />I do this in my pressure cooker ....<br />brown beef w/ 1 tablespoon corn oil , stirring and mashing the meat once browned add remainder of the ingredients in STEP 1 ..cook for 5 to 10 minutes<br /><br />add all the rest of the ingredients and bring to a boil ... lower to medium heat and place cover when the pot starts to whistle time it for 15 minutes and turn it off but leave it on the burner ....wait for 30 minutes and then open the pot ... check if the seasoning is okay and serve.<br /><br />Can be served with some rice but I love it just as is .<br /><br />** if cooking in a regular pot ... you may want to soak your beans over night and simmer the <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_9">chili</span> for about 1 1/2 to 2 hrs.mamma_neehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08433156588761793460noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446959439357154932.post-13494032380858499102009-11-30T11:12:00.000-08:002009-11-30T11:23:21.354-08:00Fried peppers<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYjMGUWuW3ciNAOyoCsUMuFEZ2JJpQCN2vTagWsIXj6LRnMcKCyVzz9TmEgK5lBJIG61kReigwlDQu9VD5wFkhSeICZPqgaaYFxmklzNt-oQMhxMngdUTLc07qJ2amWZBnL43h3Uy74LE/s1600/sauce,fried+peppers,eggplant+005.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYjMGUWuW3ciNAOyoCsUMuFEZ2JJpQCN2vTagWsIXj6LRnMcKCyVzz9TmEgK5lBJIG61kReigwlDQu9VD5wFkhSeICZPqgaaYFxmklzNt-oQMhxMngdUTLc07qJ2amWZBnL43h3Uy74LE/s320/sauce,fried+peppers,eggplant+005.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5409979287217168290" /></a><br />In my family , we just love the spicy hot peppers with every meal so I fry peppers every few days . You can cook up a big batch because they keep well in the fridge .<br /><br />I start with either the Italian long hot peppers or the cherry hot peppers ... remove the stems and cut peppers in half , you want the flavor of the garlic and the oil in the pepper .<br /><br />5 cloves garlic peeled and left whole.<br /><br />put about 1/8 inch of oil in a heavy skillet on medium high heat , add the garlic and the peppers and fry till brown turn them over and cook on other side ... Garlic should be cooked at the same time as the peppers ... place in a plate and sprinkle with salt plus when the oil cools a bit , add some of the oil into the peppers , It is great for dipping bread or if you boil some potatoes and serve the peppers and some oil right over the potatoes .<br /><br /><br />They are great in a sandwich or accompanied with any Italian meal ... Italian bread is a must when serving these peppers ...It help take some of the heat off your burning tongue :)mamma_neehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08433156588761793460noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446959439357154932.post-29729472442436407502009-11-27T17:24:00.000-08:002010-11-23T19:46:31.647-08:00Thanksgiving Turkey & stuffing<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJvN2b0S4c6vh-GpcvF-Y4OE784l7rTZpgHi8gxCXww2NfwKRGstPmuvmKCdmOaKT6KeSQjJQmYbWns2HLtEz251I-3fd2QepeDEtJPMr5zKfCRtRLLzJNbieSa8to8hXQwMQNmX1fOZY/s1600/Turkey+003.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJvN2b0S4c6vh-GpcvF-Y4OE784l7rTZpgHi8gxCXww2NfwKRGstPmuvmKCdmOaKT6KeSQjJQmYbWns2HLtEz251I-3fd2QepeDEtJPMr5zKfCRtRLLzJNbieSa8to8hXQwMQNmX1fOZY/s320/Turkey+003.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5408966307067617090" /><br />Turkey and Stuffing<br /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6NB23zYz8dqXziVNOj63bIYXl1cqpbXZZyYMMosu43B8ZpPNK1HKwwklUywc6-WGmgSSEFV0PLO40F6gpEfqXO6WVCdp3qGcfdegRQYqJU4OpxB5-9deeSOYB1bPKTqA0Y1yV_8Tqo4M/s1600/Turkey+001.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6NB23zYz8dqXziVNOj63bIYXl1cqpbXZZyYMMosu43B8ZpPNK1HKwwklUywc6-WGmgSSEFV0PLO40F6gpEfqXO6WVCdp3qGcfdegRQYqJU4OpxB5-9deeSOYB1bPKTqA0Y1yV_8Tqo4M/s320/Turkey+001.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5408965622985984562" /></a><br />My Turkey this year was the best I have ever cooked .<br /><br />It was a 22 pounder and this years stuffing , I used ----<br />1 lb chopped pork meat ( I get it from the butcher )<br />saute w/a TBSP of oil in a large fry pan.<br />add the following to the fry pan<br />1 cup chopped celery<br />1 large chopped onion<br />1 chopped carrot<br />2 cups chopped mushrooms<br />saute the above with the pork just till onion gets translucent then add 3 tablespoons butter<br /><br />add in 1/2 cup chopped cooked chestnuts <br />cool it down and mix<br />2 apples ...peeled , cored and chopped<br />refrigerate till ready to stuff the turkey next morning .<br /><br /><br />In the morning rinse your turkey inside and out , pat dry w/paper towel and rub it with butter sprinkle w/salt & pepper<br /><br />take out your stuffing from the night before and add in a box of corn bread stuffing to it , and 1 box of herb stuffing , 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley ( 1 or 2 eggs are optional ) and enough chicken broth (store bought) to moisten the stuffing ... stuff turkey lightly ....if you have to much stuffing bake that separate .<br /><br />place turkey in a heated 4 25 oven for 40 minutes , baste the turkey ( cover the turkey w/foil and lower oven to 325 and bake for an additional 4 hours and 20 minutes ...basting every hour and check turkey 30 minutes before time it should be done so that if the color is not quite as dark as you like , you can remove the foil if needed to get more color in the last 30 minutes.<br /><br />A thermometer should reach 170 including the stuffing for it to be done properly .mamma_neehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08433156588761793460noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446959439357154932.post-26384395921644871652009-11-22T08:56:00.000-08:002009-11-22T09:29:52.949-08:00STUFFED MUSHROOMS<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCnOuMOPIibbfln9M1B_eR-UD6hXXrfFh-j4437x-pFZ-k5T-UTOwrJA9wVHItVh3epQ0j7SgwGWYfZdQN97ypRnkNQ8KxHXz1iCij8ynDWtUbx_XVZ_-ibOL7o6AaIcsOzP2esoS3AE0/s1600/stuffed+mushrooms+001.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCnOuMOPIibbfln9M1B_eR-UD6hXXrfFh-j4437x-pFZ-k5T-UTOwrJA9wVHItVh3epQ0j7SgwGWYfZdQN97ypRnkNQ8KxHXz1iCij8ynDWtUbx_XVZ_-ibOL7o6AaIcsOzP2esoS3AE0/s320/stuffed+mushrooms+001.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5406980643923661394" /><br /></a>They are so easy to make and look so good on a plate.<br />I made these to take to a party we are invited to today.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkB1lmXWEJBP7-hHX0EWAdhu4awIilPHMaoD076edL8t3QnozEHvd644J9fQbvGls253etMgb5lswl57w-MWhnvDbTL3Y9-lQ7ZqN-F2CiscPduzRELQeYrPb_MAlfSZBQdQ6h4cWL0AI/s1600/stuffed+mushrooms+002.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkB1lmXWEJBP7-hHX0EWAdhu4awIilPHMaoD076edL8t3QnozEHvd644J9fQbvGls253etMgb5lswl57w-MWhnvDbTL3Y9-lQ7ZqN-F2CiscPduzRELQeYrPb_MAlfSZBQdQ6h4cWL0AI/s320/stuffed+mushrooms+002.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5406980490141087522" /></a><br />These stuffed mushrooms are a big hit every time ,<br /> <br /><br />1 teaspoon veg oil for frying<br />1 medium onion- chopped<br />1 celery stalk - strings removed - chopped fine<br />1 carrot- finely chopped<br />1 chili pepper - finely minced<br /><br />bullion cube ( I use chicken but if your a vegan you can use vegetable )<br />1 LB mushrooms( cleaned and tops taken out and chopped-<br />set tops aside )<br /><br />2 Tablespoon butter<br />grated cheese - your favorite - 4 heaping tablespoons<br />parsley - 1 Tbsp - finely chopped<br />seasoned breadcrumbs - 3 tablespoons<br />black pepper to taste<br />paprika<br /><br />in a fry pan add the oil onion,celery,carrot,chili pepper and saute on medium heat till the onion is translucent, add in the bullion and mushroom stems ... as the mushrooms start to cook they will give out water cook for 1 minute and add the butter , grated cheese,parsley, breadcrumbs, blk pepper and stir .... if its to wet continue stirring and cooking till the water absorbs ... mixture should be moist...set aside to cool <br /><br />heat oven to 500<br />while oven is heating start filling your mushroom tops ....spray a baking pan with Pam and place mushroom so they do not touch another in the pan .<br /> bake for 10 to 15 minutes ... till you get a nice color on top ...place on your serving plate and sprinkle w/paprika and a little more parsleymamma_neehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08433156588761793460noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446959439357154932.post-17819923464825505782009-11-16T12:20:00.000-08:002009-11-16T12:36:40.618-08:00Nescafe` Tasters ChoiceDon`t forget some me time now that we are getting closer to the Holidays . We tend to run ourselves ragged . Take A 5 minutes break with a quick cup of Nescafe Tasters choice ( I like turning mine into a nice cappucino ! ) , they have so many nice flavors to choose from :) and if your not quite sure if your going to like the flavor or not just go ahead and order yourself a sample pack . They will send you 5 different flavors to try right in your mail box ! <br /><br />You can get your samples from here - <a href="http://www.tasterschoice.com/varietysample.aspx">http://www.tasterschoice.com/varietysample.aspx</a>mamma_neehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08433156588761793460noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446959439357154932.post-69522507032397459392009-11-11T05:03:00.000-08:002009-11-11T05:17:16.585-08:00Artichoke Salad2 cans artichokes , rinsed and squeezed to remove the excess water.<br />1 tsp minced garlic<br />1/2 onion sliced in very thin rounds<br />1 pimento <br />4 tablespoon Olive Oil<br />1 tablespoon chopped parsley<br />1 tablespoon lemon juice ( fresh is best )<br />Outer leafs of romaine lettuce washed and dried<br /><br />salt & pepper to taste<br /><br />take all the ingredients except for the lettuce and place them all in a large bowl and gently toss together .<br /><br />In the serving platter arrange the lettuce leaves on the bottom and around the platter ...( I like putting extra chopped romaine in the bottom of my platter ) place the artichokes over the lettuce and try to arrange some of the onion and pimento so the dish looks appealing to you . garnish w/more chopped parsley right before serving .<br /><br />serves 4 to 6 peoplemamma_neehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08433156588761793460noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446959439357154932.post-75232540024129489442009-11-07T11:09:00.000-08:002009-11-07T11:11:22.618-08:00FRIED VINEGAR PEPPERS AND POTATOES<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgABg7FzSpJEL_LPnemEXXK8liBfy4E34KRllZ6h3LkrLUC0I3gGsfXOIGtKbMKAqRh56Z2Ch1GiGQblBiqrDYFiYxGjQ14SW-1QNkcRZgTDlqqBkGG8YavhpKQ6W8EJtIZYMibs3afPL4/s1600-h/vinegar+peppers+and+potatoes+003.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgABg7FzSpJEL_LPnemEXXK8liBfy4E34KRllZ6h3LkrLUC0I3gGsfXOIGtKbMKAqRh56Z2Ch1GiGQblBiqrDYFiYxGjQ14SW-1QNkcRZgTDlqqBkGG8YavhpKQ6W8EJtIZYMibs3afPL4/s320/vinegar+peppers+and+potatoes+003.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5401441280179872370" /></a><br />This can make a very nice side dish or you can turn it into a meal by adding some fried or roasted chicken , pork or beef .<br /><br />6 large potatoes - peeled , cut in half and sliced about 1/8th inch thickness<br /><br />6 vinegar peppers plus 1/4 cup of the vinegar from the peppers( hot , sweet or mixed- I prefer all hot ! ) take stems off the peppers and slice in quarters ( I love my seeds for more flavor ...if you can`t eat the seeds just take them out .) <br /><br />oil for frying<br /><br />salt to taste<br /><br />In a big fry pan add about 1/2 inch inch of oil and heat on high and add your potatoes ( do not over crowd the potatoes ..cook them in batches if needed ) cook them to a nice dark golden color and place on a platter lined w/paper towels to remove the excess oil and remove paper towel. <br /><br />In a small fry pan take 4 tablespoons of the oil you just fried the potatoes in and fry your peppers on medium heat ( careful because the seeds pop out at you ! ) . The vinegar peppers cook pretty fast so keep a close watch on them ,turn them and add the vinegar and salt , heat to a boil and mix them w/the potatoes. <br /><br /><br />serves about 4 peoplemamma_neehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08433156588761793460noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446959439357154932.post-40081398073645323052009-11-05T04:59:00.001-08:002009-11-05T05:10:08.681-08:00PUMPKIN SHOESTRINGSNow that Halloween is over . What to do with all those pumpkins ??<br /><br />Here is what My Mom did with all her Pumpkins .( keep in mind she is Italian and grew all her vegetables)<br /><br /> Take the pumkins (we grew tons of them ! ) and remove the insides , peeled them and then cut them into long showstrings , We then hung them to dry over plastic hangers in our boiler room . ..then we kept them in our fridge or freezer in zip lock baggies to use all year round and especially on Holidays .<br /><br />when it comes time to use them ... Take some pumpkin cut them into bite size pieces and soak them in water for about 15 to 30 minutes .drain the water out and fry them like you would fry potatoes only crispier ( med high )...then fry some dry hot peppers with whole garlic cloves and mix the two , add salt to taste and that would be our added vegetable for our Italian Thanksgiving meal .<br /><br />What do you do with your pumpkins besides making pies ?mamma_neehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08433156588761793460noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446959439357154932.post-50615944296723533962009-11-01T17:14:00.000-08:002009-11-01T17:55:41.358-08:00Chicken Catchiatore (different take ) Chicken <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Catchiatore</span> (PHOTO TO FOLLOW)<br /><br />This is not your typical take on Chicken <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Catchiatore</span> .<br />I take left over breaded chicken cutlets ( or make them fresh from my previous blog recipe)<br /><br /><br /> 5 TBSP oil for frying (I use 1/2 olive oil 1/2 corn oil ... If you use all olive oil you will have to cook on low heat ))<br />1/2 medium onion sliced thin<br />1 red bell pepper <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">julienned</span><br /> 6 hot vinegar peppers chopped w/4 to 6 tablespoons of the vinegar included<br />1/2 package of sliced mushrooms<br />2 garlic cloves chopped<br />10 <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">calamate</span> olives pitted and sliced thin<br />1 <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">lrg</span> can pealed tomatoes w/puree (28 ounce ) (blend it in blender for a minute )<br />20 ounces water<br />1/2 cup red wine( when choosing a wine to cook with , use what you like to drink and you will never go wrong )<br />6 to 7 cutlets...Cut them into bite size pieces.<br /><br /><span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">basil</span>,<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">blk</span> pepper & salt to taste<br /><br /><br />In a large skillet place your oil on med high heat and fry the onion , soon as they start to brown add bell pepper cook 3 minutes and add the vinegar peppers and soon as they start to brown add your mushrooms cook for 2 minutes add in the garlic to the bottom of pan let it cook a minute and stir well add the olives and tomatoes , cook for a few minutes and add the water , vinegar and red wine , stir well soon as sauce starts to thicken ( about 10 minutes ) add your spices and the cutlets and stir well ... if sauce is to thick add more water--- if sauce is to thin just cook awhile longer .<br /><br />This is served best over spaghetti .<br /><br />( will serve about 4 to 6 people)mamma_neehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08433156588761793460noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446959439357154932.post-40752660732572098992009-11-01T07:52:00.000-08:002009-11-01T16:47:25.892-08:00STIR FRIED STRING BEANS AND CARROTS<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeHjR1p2i4FEfUpL0E06F9yNdC_zcAIaXvoC-62uU7de65MdZIkt9tKiv2zWUhR1DVj_TuYJD4i-QAscg3ow3-lQ1R1zz58ArmhxpW4MnEw5b1SJ0IaMkQPe2dxg_Ck3PYxWIt4J7Jx7M/s1600-h/stir+fried+string+beans+002.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeHjR1p2i4FEfUpL0E06F9yNdC_zcAIaXvoC-62uU7de65MdZIkt9tKiv2zWUhR1DVj_TuYJD4i-QAscg3ow3-lQ1R1zz58ArmhxpW4MnEw5b1SJ0IaMkQPe2dxg_Ck3PYxWIt4J7Jx7M/s320/stir+fried+string+beans+002.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5399301355442727186" /><br /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidpkv46Sj-Ccay_ylVro2aHwXuTG9JkJ3B-SlCtL40Rq9IO8qyN-7CU8uo_r4CzcvN8JEKbZGxU2Qkcne3jJGI_asdsm0dbzAFewb-x4T5hDReWW4s4IP-NZXX9HsaeOEJgeRDQ1-CQn4/s1600-h/stir+fried+string+beans+001.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidpkv46Sj-Ccay_ylVro2aHwXuTG9JkJ3B-SlCtL40Rq9IO8qyN-7CU8uo_r4CzcvN8JEKbZGxU2Qkcne3jJGI_asdsm0dbzAFewb-x4T5hDReWW4s4IP-NZXX9HsaeOEJgeRDQ1-CQn4/s320/stir+fried+string+beans+001.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5399301170240751746" /></a><br />1 lb . string beans washed and ends removed<br />1/2 lb carrots julined<br />3tbs oil for frying<br />3 tbs finely minced ginger<br />3 Tbsp finely minced garlic<br />1/4 cup soy sauce<br />( you can add any other vegetable to this ... I love to add broccoli )<br /><br />Place oil in a wock or heavy skillet that has a lid<br />add the ginger , string beans and fry on high till you see some brown spots from frying on the beans , add the carrots and continue to fry on high and stir ,soon as you see the carrots start to get some brown spots from frying add your garlic and stir ...place a tight fitting lid and reduce heat stir acasionally . cook for 5 minutes , test one of the string beans .. soon as its crunchy on the outside but softer in the middle add your soysauce turn off the heat give it a nice stir to coat all the vegetables place on a surving platter and pour the pan drippings over the top .mamma_neehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08433156588761793460noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6446959439357154932.post-39913272187242243032009-10-27T14:55:00.000-07:002010-08-09T08:11:17.943-07:00DIWALI (Indian festival of lights)<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBXi3m5Lfsb2PzpscGdKNG54LjI0Q_hhpBB1JU4tkj4hGglHSfDMj50dbfnRCDnEn-haJwtBYATbxbdJGEbCBehrT1IyPHO7OIosV-sxVhq5hVPf6Ei5yXU_FnN1m8T3kLTwUHEzndviI/s1600-h/hunts+party+008.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBXi3m5Lfsb2PzpscGdKNG54LjI0Q_hhpBB1JU4tkj4hGglHSfDMj50dbfnRCDnEn-haJwtBYATbxbdJGEbCBehrT1IyPHO7OIosV-sxVhq5hVPf6Ei5yXU_FnN1m8T3kLTwUHEzndviI/s320/hunts+party+008.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5397405192082238194" /><br /></a>top left corner = Dal top right corner = Chicken Tandori<br />bottom left = chicken curry top right = lamb curry <br /> far right is the nan bread<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBXi3m5Lfsb2PzpscGdKNG54LjI0Q_hhpBB1JU4tkj4hGglHSfDMj50dbfnRCDnEn-haJwtBYATbxbdJGEbCBehrT1IyPHO7OIosV-sxVhq5hVPf6Ei5yXU_FnN1m8T3kLTwUHEzndviI/s1600-h/hunts+party+008.jpg"><br /><br /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6wMAy8lKAurM88Dya3TfFe6ay2MUJTUrMNG9yU66INa3QoK7lceeJbBFx2CYBjlURWiyQ1a6a9ElnKKfwKvP-hHk9n0kbmcuZ7Og79ZRtZS2_7D2whf42Ip1nv-ZJ-6qi2bkuVOBFN2M/s1600-h/hunts+party+007.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6wMAy8lKAurM88Dya3TfFe6ay2MUJTUrMNG9yU66INa3QoK7lceeJbBFx2CYBjlURWiyQ1a6a9ElnKKfwKvP-hHk9n0kbmcuZ7Og79ZRtZS2_7D2whf42Ip1nv-ZJ-6qi2bkuVOBFN2M/s320/hunts+party+007.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5397405047756887746" /><br /></a>top left = salad top right = eggplant burta<br />bottom left = rice pulao bottom right = paneer tikka masala<br /><br /><br />I invited my family over to help my husband celebrate Diwali . He is always a little home sick this time of year, but with friends and family around him this year he looked very happy . <br /><br />Diwali is one of the biggest festival of Hindus, celebrated with great enthusiasm and happiness in India. The festival is celebrated for five continuous days, where the third days is celebrated as the main Diwali festival or 'Festival of lights'. Many colorful varieties of fireworks are always associated with this festival. On this auspicious day, people light up diyas and candles all around their house. They perform Laxmi Puja in the evening and seek divine blessings of Goddess of Wealth. The festival is never complete without the exchange of gifts. People present gifts to all their dear ones.<br /><br /><br />The exact day of the festival is decided by the position of the moon. According to the Hindu calendar, Amavasya or 'no moon day' is considered as the perfect day to celebrate. This dark night comes after every fortnight and in the month of Kartik, it marks this festival of lights and diyas. As per the English calendar, the festival generally comes in the month of November and December. For Hindu people, the festival holds an imperative meaning since the festival is reckoned with Lord Rama's victory as the King of Ayodhya after his return to the kingdom from 14 years of exile along with his wife Sita & brother Laxman after killing the demon, King Ravana. The festival is celebrated by lighting diyas and candles to drive away the darkness of Amavasya.mamma_neehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08433156588761793460noreply@blogger.com0