tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37737708041534650682024-03-05T00:20:50.513-08:005 a dayHow do you eat your 5 fruits and veggies?Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger61125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3773770804153465068.post-84862471951664648122011-07-24T17:58:00.000-07:002011-07-24T17:58:34.267-07:00Recipe SHAREWhat did you do with your box this week?<br />
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I enjoyed the sprouts A LOT! I made lots of sandwiches with them. I put sprouts in salads & on our chalupas, in my tacos...basically everywhere. I LOVE THEM! <br />
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Anna made this with her <a href="http://moanasaves.com/2011/07/zucchini-grinders-use-up-those-summer-veggies/%20">Zucchini's</a> <br />
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Next week we'll be getting a new vegetable, a trial size, that we haven't had in our box before. A person in the group has asked for it and we are gonna try it out. We are getting BEETS!<br />
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Know any good recipes or ideas on what YOU LIKE TO DO with Beets?<br />
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OOOHHH I loved it.<br /><span style="font-size:130%;"><br /><a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Butternut-Squash-Casserole/Detail.aspx"><br /></a></span><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Butternut-Squash-Casserole/Detail.aspx"><span style="font-size:130%;">Butternut Squash Casserole (its a Dessert!)</span></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:78%;">from my favorite recipe site: allrecipes.com</span><br /><div class="ingredients" style="margin-top: 10px; text-align: left;"> <h3> <span style="font-size:100%;">Ingredients</span></h3> <ul><li class="plaincharacterwrap"> <span style="font-size:85%;">3 cups mashed, cooked butternut squash</span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:85%;"> 1/2 cup white sugar</span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:85%;"> 1/2 cup packed brown sugar</span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:85%;"> 1/4 cup margarine, melted</span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:85%;"> 1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple with juice</span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:85%;"> 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon</span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:85%;"> 1 teaspoon vanilla extract</span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:85%;"> 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg</span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:85%;"> 1/3 cup chopped walnuts</span></li></ul> </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="border-top: 1px dotted rgb(204, 204, 204); width: 300px; margin-top: 20px; text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div class="directions" style="margin-top: 10px;"><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><h3 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size:100%;"> Directions</span></h3><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><ol style="text-align: left;"><li><span class="plaincharacterwrap break"> <span style="font-size:85%;">Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease one 2 quart casserole dish and set aside. </span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:85%;"><span class="plaincharacterwrap break"> Combine the butternut squash, white sugar, brown sugar, margarine, pineapple, cinnamon, vanilla and nutmeg. Mix well and pour into casserole dish. </span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:85%;"><span class="plaincharacterwrap break"> Sprinkle with chopped nuts and bake for 40 to 45 minutes. </span></span></li></ol> </div>TRY IT, you will lick the whole bowl!<br /></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3773770804153465068.post-52567089059360849692010-10-07T16:37:00.000-07:002010-10-07T16:37:00.209-07:00Recipes for your BOX<div style="text-align: center;">Your box had: romaine lettuce, broccoli, tomatoes, butternut squash, apples, bananas, honeydew, korean pears, and red plums.<br /><br />Here are a few recipes for your veggies:<br /><br /><a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Grilled-Orange-Vinaigrette-Chicken-Salad/Detail.aspx">Crunchy Romaine Toss</a><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVkaqiBdMPrTuJqGR9HMEHrLs9GA4glzP9UQbsRgb7f2_15iC7_OQ_16QVR0zkPeDb-Xgfz_gCYveIGmTt-ZsvWZPYijFxbjfyW-9eiWOmxLQJ2Vpm2X6mCuxz-HAUNtp7ht8QLAbVWT_t/s1600/120504.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 140px; height: 140px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVkaqiBdMPrTuJqGR9HMEHrLs9GA4glzP9UQbsRgb7f2_15iC7_OQ_16QVR0zkPeDb-Xgfz_gCYveIGmTt-ZsvWZPYijFxbjfyW-9eiWOmxLQJ2Vpm2X6mCuxz-HAUNtp7ht8QLAbVWT_t/s400/120504.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5525084641087468466" border="0" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Grilled-Orange-Vinaigrette-Chicken-Salad/Detail.aspx">Grilled Orange Vinaigrette Salad </a><br /></div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-XwHDciWkiJ6mYpUQQT3E7zNFJ1FFeKt-SXXL6avE4FHwEiYZ1Z1sg4NtBPCMuHmaCcU7yFeHZDV0ujqcHhFC2UW51C4PdwQ43CG5-0ePA65yaieNFDjELUaH1vQWYaiIynK_paJSRZrK/s1600/238135.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 140px; height: 140px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-XwHDciWkiJ6mYpUQQT3E7zNFJ1FFeKt-SXXL6avE4FHwEiYZ1Z1sg4NtBPCMuHmaCcU7yFeHZDV0ujqcHhFC2UW51C4PdwQ43CG5-0ePA65yaieNFDjELUaH1vQWYaiIynK_paJSRZrK/s400/238135.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5525084310820982258" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Surprise Veggie is BUTTERNUT!!<br /><br />Here are some fabulous ideas on what to do with your butternut:<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPq9WVehWyVuw0TiIvw5a0ZYKySNbQOnwFu6nnhCcQ6kVE1gJl0jS15rrEKAMobKujDW5DE0-Zdezs_wfB5trndstg8O6SdsdzKd0sLBLMGGnYoqzMilN7CQ8_7b7GVO39nHQewSYpmYAc/s1600/423340.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 140px; height: 140px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPq9WVehWyVuw0TiIvw5a0ZYKySNbQOnwFu6nnhCcQ6kVE1gJl0jS15rrEKAMobKujDW5DE0-Zdezs_wfB5trndstg8O6SdsdzKd0sLBLMGGnYoqzMilN7CQ8_7b7GVO39nHQewSYpmYAc/s400/423340.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5525083282898093218" border="0" /></a><a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Butternut-Squash-Casserole-2/Detail.aspx">Butternut Squash Casserole</a><br /><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg40qSJ5j7x-8mcSLH-N9y-ALZDUY7MdpJV_F1nou2dhlHewPRmFN9Yf0PDzN0mHQMAg99SR5OwacQa9N6PL25HcBxAKDjB48DfyxLAA17Lb084D-zdWNyrD54Y87JB6hIWsMkxme_FQ5my/s1600/21782.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 140px; height: 140px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg40qSJ5j7x-8mcSLH-N9y-ALZDUY7MdpJV_F1nou2dhlHewPRmFN9Yf0PDzN0mHQMAg99SR5OwacQa9N6PL25HcBxAKDjB48DfyxLAA17Lb084D-zdWNyrD54Y87JB6hIWsMkxme_FQ5my/s400/21782.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5525081894611318546" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="http://allrecipes.com//Recipe/Roasted-and-Curried-Butternut-Squash-Soup/Detail.aspx">Roasted & Curried Butternut Squash soup</a><br /><br /><br />WHAT DID YOU MAKE WITH YOUR BOX?<br /><br /></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3773770804153465068.post-28043023643985032172010-10-06T16:30:00.000-07:002010-10-06T16:31:32.562-07:00Butternut Lasagna<div><span style="font-family: Georgia,Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;"><p style="font-family: Georgia,Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 20px;"><strong>Butter Nut Squash Lasagna</strong></p><p style="font-family: Georgia,Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 20px;"><strong><br /></strong></p><p style="font-family: Georgia,Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 20px;"><strong>Ingredients:</strong> </p><p style="font-family: Georgia,Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 20px;"><em>1 tbsp olive oil<br />1 (11⁄2- to 2-pound) butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cut into 1-inch cubes<br />Salt and freshly ground black pepper<br />1/2 cup water<br />1/4 cup butter<br />1/3 cup all-purpose flour<br />4 cups whole milk<br />Pinch of nutmeg<br />12 no-boil lasagna noodles<br />21⁄2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese<br />1/3 cup Parmesan cheese, grated</em> </p><p style="font-family: Georgia,Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 20px;"><strong>Instructions: </strong> </p><p style="font-family: Georgia,Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 20px;">Heat oil in a heavy, large skillet over medium heat. Add the cubed squash and toss to coat. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Pour the water into the skillet, cover and simmer over medium heat until the squash is tender, about 20 minutes. Transfer the squash to a mixing bowl or food processor and mash. Season the squash purée to taste with more salt and pepper.</p><p style="font-family: Georgia,Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 20px;">Melt the butter in a medium-size saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and whisk for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in the milk. Bring to a low boil over medium- high heat. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer until the sauce thickens slightly, whisking often, about 5 minutes. Add the nutmeg. Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.</p><p style="font-family: Georgia,Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 20px;">Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly butter a 13-by-9-by-2- inch glass baking dish. Spread 3/4 cup of the sauce over the prepared baking dish. Cover the bottom of pan with one layer of lasagna noodles. Spread half of the squash purée over the noodles. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese. Drizzle 1/2 cup of sauce over the cheese. Repeat layering once more, finishing with a layer of noodles covered only by white sauce.</p><p style="font-family: Georgia,Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 20px;">Tightly cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 40 minutes. Remove cover, sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses over the lasagna and continue baking until the sauce bubbles and the top is golden, about 15 minutes longer. Let the lasagna stand for 15 minutes before serving. <i>Serves 8.</i></p></span></div> --posted by Amy GoldUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3773770804153465068.post-68422560881042027602010-09-23T17:10:00.000-07:002010-09-23T17:10:00.506-07:00Tomatillos<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOp4TJuYsszbCVRylsbjqvDrcUSUtAjC4i-5Ocr7F-OZG_WGIJZl7xk73Can5WEVDFOtPYeRltXUFOTHvk55D7GIT5-rfzDP9EP9rW_n-nwCX7NA6-R3snlY2zyIouzYR1ODgly_7I4ID8/s1600/Tomatillos.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 252px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOp4TJuYsszbCVRylsbjqvDrcUSUtAjC4i-5Ocr7F-OZG_WGIJZl7xk73Can5WEVDFOtPYeRltXUFOTHvk55D7GIT5-rfzDP9EP9rW_n-nwCX7NA6-R3snlY2zyIouzYR1ODgly_7I4ID8/s320/Tomatillos.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5519895194143624210" border="0" /></a><br />Learn all about Tomatillos from: <a href="http://whatscookingamerica.net/tomatillos.htm">What's Cooking America.com</a><br /><br />Use the Famous Cafe Rio Dressing from: <a href="http://betterinbulk.net/2010/04/cafe-rio-creamy-tomatillo-dressing.html">Better in Bulk</a><br /><br /><span style="font-size:180%;">What will you do with your Tomatillos? </span><br /></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3773770804153465068.post-89269568985147616262010-09-22T17:15:00.000-07:002010-09-22T17:31:51.939-07:00Recipes for your BOX<div style="text-align: center;">For Broccoli, Potatoes & Green Onions<br /><br /><a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Broccoli-Chowder/Detail.aspx">Broccoli Chowder</a><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgpsQwzv7uCqwaNfNTopKJccjU9HpkhRof3M5fv9Ac7OYKhbc1H3ZO5UVKdXESbhvZwZDH8EzN4_ty_bH76FlzFA7F6n0LTAQDoghyvV3BMISp0wdqjoz9fFT6LeT7n82cGUkg0ePrqUEe/s1600/120603.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 140px; height: 140px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgpsQwzv7uCqwaNfNTopKJccjU9HpkhRof3M5fv9Ac7OYKhbc1H3ZO5UVKdXESbhvZwZDH8EzN4_ty_bH76FlzFA7F6n0LTAQDoghyvV3BMISp0wdqjoz9fFT6LeT7n82cGUkg0ePrqUEe/s400/120603.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5519899876040527138" border="0" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;">For Lettuce, Broccoli and Green Onions:<br /><br /><a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Crunchy-Romaine-Toss/Detail.aspx">Crunchy Romaine Tos</a>s<br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcGUgPrKXnTaOpXsJ4zzARw6YA6Xbg34vmhQoNuIj9fJuvDHH_6nqx6VAm6Yv5rl3NN9MqLEATqXLtQdDd3Q5zRpczWbGycEokYCPJBpOdl7Pw542-jk7GuFOYJnDIYo2MWZqUoj5eCm4q/s1600/120504.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 140px; height: 140px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcGUgPrKXnTaOpXsJ4zzARw6YA6Xbg34vmhQoNuIj9fJuvDHH_6nqx6VAm6Yv5rl3NN9MqLEATqXLtQdDd3Q5zRpczWbGycEokYCPJBpOdl7Pw542-jk7GuFOYJnDIYo2MWZqUoj5eCm4q/s400/120504.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5519898647935867890" border="0" /></a><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><br />For Broccoli:<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Broccoli-Salad-I-2/Detail.aspx">Broccoli Salad</a><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbOboepdm84ZeTaeFXLD40OQ7yFNdB_rcqcm91fv5Tjps9Hc3Rt9p-o0v5TEBhYH47YtO_iAb8VR6Me77CL_VvmGwzNXL2G18onOyLP-jClMPszsFj7MEebtYiwlsGkX2yNmK0W4SVUceN/s1600/118315.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 140px; height: 140px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbOboepdm84ZeTaeFXLD40OQ7yFNdB_rcqcm91fv5Tjps9Hc3Rt9p-o0v5TEBhYH47YtO_iAb8VR6Me77CL_VvmGwzNXL2G18onOyLP-jClMPszsFj7MEebtYiwlsGkX2yNmK0W4SVUceN/s400/118315.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5519898012518341426" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">For Fruit:<br /><br /><a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Nectarine-Blush/Detail.aspx">Nectarine Blush</a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcGUgPrKXnTaOpXsJ4zzARw6YA6Xbg34vmhQoNuIj9fJuvDHH_6nqx6VAm6Yv5rl3NN9MqLEATqXLtQdDd3Q5zRpczWbGycEokYCPJBpOdl7Pw542-jk7GuFOYJnDIYo2MWZqUoj5eCm4q/s1600/120504.jpg"> </a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPFA_KzQKIJ9i19CD1wdXQUAgccQzOMmnec4wU6x3gMMWwPxeYixwJK_oyCl4sxr18OLVUxL4DV9L2SA0AtzAYz9nkBFJQmNof09nZG8ZitG8IT01OesdX_-Rec6v9ng92YW_3p8fqc51b/s1600/451796.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 140px; height: 140px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPFA_KzQKIJ9i19CD1wdXQUAgccQzOMmnec4wU6x3gMMWwPxeYixwJK_oyCl4sxr18OLVUxL4DV9L2SA0AtzAYz9nkBFJQmNof09nZG8ZitG8IT01OesdX_-Rec6v9ng92YW_3p8fqc51b/s400/451796.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5519899221513514978" border="0" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Fruity-Fun-Skewers/Detail.aspx">FruitY Fun Skewers</a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAamnbxUAOX_LH0hLIMbPSRzibCCMT3tOB7jjShjQXELTDJWTx6ktT34JmZ6LRRG2FR4MznZuZyJSVH6fnEeFxfoxzqDWTOGm-hwOcaU0EFEMILREQ8aRZ1gql_xKKf6qJogXvC_sUiHjM/s1600/126729.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 140px; height: 140px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAamnbxUAOX_LH0hLIMbPSRzibCCMT3tOB7jjShjQXELTDJWTx6ktT34JmZ6LRRG2FR4MznZuZyJSVH6fnEeFxfoxzqDWTOGm-hwOcaU0EFEMILREQ8aRZ1gql_xKKf6qJogXvC_sUiHjM/s400/126729.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5519897224541215874" border="0" /></a><br /><br />For Tomatillos:<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><a href="http://allrecipes.com//Recipes/fruits-and-vegetables/vegetables-n-z/tomatillos/Main.aspx">Tomatillo Salsa Verde</a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgl8RtZjsEx81zcUsuQDf9B-cCXRazNnb29CXzNb2nsFe9ooVpVReIud_GyK-Vbfi0yiqbPkUINzj61r4zByFrvgE_GhNGR_SCpziFzNpLbeVcgYTsJvVl6TVLDWXS9BUDCcTGMNLaHUNdQ/s1600/247103.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 140px; height: 140px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgl8RtZjsEx81zcUsuQDf9B-cCXRazNnb29CXzNb2nsFe9ooVpVReIud_GyK-Vbfi0yiqbPkUINzj61r4zByFrvgE_GhNGR_SCpziFzNpLbeVcgYTsJvVl6TVLDWXS9BUDCcTGMNLaHUNdQ/s400/247103.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5519896645005436802" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="http://simplyrecipes.com/recipes/tomatillo_chicken_stew/">Tomatillo Chicken Stew</a></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgI_4d4GOVK-czWKWGwS_NOy5aRkJJdf3reiZz-HsHl2IrRMbDY2VM2Dv1qCvIGOsId6_u2S_AqPfk9cJHfoCjZZFdFh0AlurmoWV0SCkMj20IfUIGMHdlVAcOqo5khWcrw5igtQ0qj7qO5/s1600/chicken-tomatillo-stew-a.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgI_4d4GOVK-czWKWGwS_NOy5aRkJJdf3reiZz-HsHl2IrRMbDY2VM2Dv1qCvIGOsId6_u2S_AqPfk9cJHfoCjZZFdFh0AlurmoWV0SCkMj20IfUIGMHdlVAcOqo5khWcrw5igtQ0qj7qO5/s400/chicken-tomatillo-stew-a.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5519896636660294994" border="0" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:180%;">Share your favorite recipes of the week</span><br /></div><br /><br /></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3773770804153465068.post-78988972341257138812010-09-22T15:41:00.001-07:002010-09-22T15:41:26.024-07:00New Food Blog to follow!From Paige Nemrow:<br /><br /><div>Last night we tried a great new recipe! It was a salad that used ingredients from last weeks box that I was trying to use up: Spinach, Apples, Grilled Chicken and I substituted feta cheese for the gouda. My husband is not a big salad eater and he loved it! It can be found on this blog of a friend of mine in Utah.</div> <br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.abountifulkitchen.com/" target="_blank">http://www.abountifulkitchen.<wbr>com/</a><br /></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3773770804153465068.post-85487305787268812542010-09-17T08:29:00.000-07:002010-09-17T08:29:00.162-07:00Menu Planning<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgM1seGS4iQ2Rt0K9xjbocbbVQTM1FVD1XNPygnF9qoXB52t5WEdRmejzV-dlofT69K8-y4iFbYfFX8flWlyoXpi8Ldr0QyQygdG_eIP9t3ewHPBuIIt1lCyktEZcBmMWtGhuytjmOkVC/s1600/mealplanner22.gif"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 248px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgM1seGS4iQ2Rt0K9xjbocbbVQTM1FVD1XNPygnF9qoXB52t5WEdRmejzV-dlofT69K8-y4iFbYfFX8flWlyoXpi8Ldr0QyQygdG_eIP9t3ewHPBuIIt1lCyktEZcBmMWtGhuytjmOkVC/s320/mealplanner22.gif" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5517319606085730050" border="0" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">I know a few blog posts ago I said Menu Plan to keep your food lasting longer. I know we all Menu plan somehow. I go through many phases of menu planning, I have done monthly, weekly according to what's in my box. But since I've gotten back from my trip, all menu planning went out the door. SO I am determined to do it...DO IT!! so.....<br /></div>I have gone through various different types of Menu Planning.<br />Here are some great links for Menu Plan Printouts:<br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.betterbudgeting.com/menuplanner.htm">Better Budgeting.com</a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.homeschool-curriculum-for-life.com/menu-planning.html">Homeschool Curriculum for Life</a><br /><br />Image above from - <a href="http://www.theprojectgirl.com/2009/01/19/menu-planning-form-free-download/">Project Girl</a><br /><br />Or this cute one from - <a href="http://tangarangblog.blogspot.com/2009/04/mondays-free-download.html">TangarangBlog</a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEio3TDf0PJoNqp399a_YKy9sePD0RlFyot0ISYXbL91yjyQYuPKZ9oPYJ0wCXVu5boTgu63QUaefGwP4aFGbZuwOMMIYsyI3EHICWE1Yre8VVmg-93sN6Md-QZ4G-di7I9e0m5GIdlG7NfG/s1600/cherry-menu-planner.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 247px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEio3TDf0PJoNqp399a_YKy9sePD0RlFyot0ISYXbL91yjyQYuPKZ9oPYJ0wCXVu5boTgu63QUaefGwP4aFGbZuwOMMIYsyI3EHICWE1Yre8VVmg-93sN6Md-QZ4G-di7I9e0m5GIdlG7NfG/s320/cherry-menu-planner.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5517319973555922514" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-size:180%;">& My Favorite:</span><br /><span style="font-size:180%;"> <a href="http://organizedhome.com/book/export/html/225">Organized Home.com</a></span><br />She has some great printouts & they are colorful & fun!!<br /><br /><img src="file:///Users/student/Library/Caches/TemporaryItems/moz-screenshot.png" alt="" /><img src="file:///Users/student/Library/Caches/TemporaryItems/moz-screenshot-1.png" alt="" /><img src="file:///Users/student/Library/Caches/TemporaryItems/moz-screenshot-2.png" alt="" /><br />How do you Menu Plan?<br /></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3773770804153465068.post-27650500078757555392010-09-15T14:47:00.000-07:002010-09-15T15:39:45.977-07:00Recipes for your BOX<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:180%;">RECIPES for your BOX</span><br /></div><br />*For your mushrooms, bell pepper & Onions :<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">MUSHROOM SAUCE<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbSo_sFEiy_NDIXnvfYjInQsshhD_-oxB44ZQArPLYWxFQpS0LP1IukvSYXyaQAxb5e8PXfDKC2QlDvEMFMLyQ45JN8eA2Q0v81-ficfZcsom7LjeigrK7_YSH5_aoAnOl6zCEE2zY51dV/s1600/70035.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 140px; height: 140px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbSo_sFEiy_NDIXnvfYjInQsshhD_-oxB44ZQArPLYWxFQpS0LP1IukvSYXyaQAxb5e8PXfDKC2QlDvEMFMLyQ45JN8eA2Q0v81-ficfZcsom7LjeigrK7_YSH5_aoAnOl6zCEE2zY51dV/s320/70035.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5517261955407851730" border="0" /></a><br /></div><h1 style="text-align: center;" id="itemTitle" class="plaincharacterwrap fn"><span style="font-size:78%;">Ingredients</span></h1><div class="ingredients" style="margin-top: 10px; text-align: center;"> <ul><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:78%;"> 1/2 cup chopped onion</span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:78%;"> 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper</span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:78%;"> 1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped</span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:78%;"> 1 1/2 cups fresh sliced mushrooms</span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:78%;"> 4 tablespoons butter</span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:78%;"> 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup</span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:78%;"> 1/3 cup milk</span></li></ul> </div><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><div style="border-top: 1px dotted rgb(204, 204, 204); width: 300px; margin-top: 20px; text-align: center;"> </div><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><div class="directions" style="margin-top: 10px;"><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><h3 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:78%;"> Directions</span></h3><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><ol style="text-align: center;"><li><span style="font-size:78%;"><span class="plaincharacterwrap break"> In a sauce pan over medium heat cook the onions, green pepper, red pepper, mushrooms and butter until mushrooms are tender. Stir in the cream of chicken sup and milk. Cook until smooth. <span style="font-weight: bold;"></span></span></span></li></ol>*More recipes for Mushroom, onions & bell peppers:<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Veggie-Fajitas/Detail.aspx">Veggie Fajitas</a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><h1 id="itemTitle" class="plaincharacterwrap fn"><a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Jays-Hearty-Breakfast-Skillet/Detail.aspx"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span class="itemreviewed">Jay's Hearty Breakfast Skillet</span></span></a></h1></div><div style="text-align: center;"><h1 id="itemTitle" class="plaincharacterwrap fn"><a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Slow-Cooker-Chicken-Cacciatore/Detail.aspx"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span class="itemreviewed">Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore</span></span></a></h1></div>*For Your Sweet Potato:<br /> </div><div><div style="overflow: hidden; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; border: medium none;"><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>FRIED WHITE SWEET POTATO</strong></p><div style="text-align: center;"> <blockquote><address><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhjtNxJViGBS6qcUns4A2zkznc6fOLMu3kv3xKq3OdpS5C9uaamhVQUfO2x7F0HsprwO7Dsj_Fs3nUWrBQR376v6UqQiErGxHoODYyMkuRDaFEc0Q66k1CpG0rnvNn9FDRwY8UBjNYz3MZ/s1600/batatas-fritas.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 210px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhjtNxJViGBS6qcUns4A2zkznc6fOLMu3kv3xKq3OdpS5C9uaamhVQUfO2x7F0HsprwO7Dsj_Fs3nUWrBQR376v6UqQiErGxHoODYyMkuRDaFEc0Q66k1CpG0rnvNn9FDRwY8UBjNYz3MZ/s320/batatas-fritas.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5517260882981472994" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-size:78%;">1 white sweet potato, peeled and sliced thin</span></address> <address><span style="font-size:78%;">Canola oil for frying</span></address> <address><span style="font-size:78%;">Salt, optional</span></address> </blockquote> </div><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:78%;"> </span></p><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><ol style="text-align: center;"><li><span style="font-size:78%;">In a large skillet, pour about ½” of oil… heat it at medium-high heat.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:78%;">While the oil heats up, prep the sweet potato… I peel it using a vegetable peeler because I am not too good peeling using a knife. The sweet potato will start to get dark after being exposed to the air a few seconds. Don’t worry, it’s normal and it will not change the texture or taste of the sweet potato.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:78%;">After you’ve peeled and sliced the sweet potato and the oil is hot enough… start frying. The sweet potato will take a while to fry because of its moisture content… but with patience, it will cook on the inside and get crispy on the outside. The thinner you slice the potato, the faster they will cook and the crispier it will be. They should be golden brown, without any burned spots.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:78%;">Drain them onto a plate with paper towel and sprinkle with some salt if you want… I usually do not salt them.<span style="font-weight: bold;"></span></span></li></ol><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><br /> <!-- google_ad_section_start --> <h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:100%;">White and Sweet Potato Gratin</span></h1><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><div style="float: right; padding-top: 0px; text-align: center;"> <div id="likeArticle" class="facebook_like"> <fb:like class=" fb_edge_widget_with_comment fb_iframe_widget" href="http://www.suite101.com/content/white-and-sweet-potato-gratin-a9234" layout="button_count" faces="false" action="like" colorscheme="light"> <span><iframe src="http://www.facebook.com/plugins/like.php?action=like&api_key=123084094388711&channel_url=http%3A%2F%2Fstatic.ak.fbcdn.net%2Fconnect%2Fxd_proxy.php%23cb%3Df113ea13feb0dc2%26origin%3Dhttp%253A%252F%252Fwww.suite101.com%252Ffda60bdb8ec524%26relation%3Dparent.parent%26transport%3Dpostmessage&colorscheme=light&href=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.suite101.com%2Fcontent%2Fwhite-and-sweet-potato-gratin-a9234&layout=button_count&locale=en_US&node_type=link&sdk=joey&show_faces=false&width=90" class="fb_ltr" style="border: medium none; overflow: hidden; height: 20px; width: 90px;" name="f2cb7ecb754be5a" id="f32e375cb5cbd38" scrolling="no"></iframe></span></fb:like></div> </div><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><p style="text-align: center;"> <span style="font-size:85%;">Nov 16, 2006 <a href="http://www.suite101.com/profile.cfm/healthycook" alt="Stephanie Gallagher" class="">Stephanie Gallagher</a></span> </p><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><ul style="text-align: center;"><li><span style="font-size:78%;">3/4 cup crushed croutons</span></li><li><span style="font-size:78%;">2 Tbsp olive oil, divided</span></li><li><span style="font-size:78%;">1-1/4 lbs. Yukon gold potatoes (approximately 3 medium potatoes)</span></li><li><span style="font-size:78%;">1/2 lb. sweet potato (approximately 1 large sweet potato)</span></li><li><span style="font-size:78%;">1 Tbsp. melted butter</span></li><li><span style="font-size:78%;">1 cup nonfat milk</span></li><li><span style="font-size:78%;">1/4 cup half and half</span></li><li><span style="font-size:78%;">kosher salt and pepper to taste</span></li></ul><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:78%;">Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Use a food processor to crush the croutons. Spray a 1.5 quart baking dish with nonstick spray. Pour 1/2 Tbsp olive oil over bottom of dish. Peel and slice potatoes into 1/8-inch thick slices.</span><span style="font-size:78%;"><span>Read more at Suite101: <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><br /></span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: left;">*Recipes for your granny smith apples:</p><h1 style="text-align: center;" id="itemTitle" class="plaincharacterwrap fn"><a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Apples-by-the-Fire/Detail.aspx"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span class="itemreviewed">Apples by the Fire</span></span></a></h1><div style="text-align: center;"><h1 id="itemTitle" class="plaincharacterwrap fn"><a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Super-Duper-Easy-Apple-Cake/Detail.aspx"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span class="itemreviewed">Super Duper Easy Apple Cake</span></span></a></h1><h1 id="itemTitle" class="plaincharacterwrap fn"><a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Spiced-Apples/Detail.aspx"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span class="itemreviewed">Spiced Apples</span></span></a></h1><span style="font-size:180%;">What will you do with your box?</span><br /></div><br /><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:78%;"><span><span style="text-decoration: underline;"></span><a style="color: rgb(0, 51, 153);" href="http://www.suite101.com/content/white-and-sweet-potato-gratin-a9234#ixzz0zdZX8T5k"></a></span></span></p></div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3773770804153465068.post-85634401883509494602010-09-08T18:59:00.000-07:002010-09-08T19:09:22.310-07:00Recipes for your BOX<div style="text-align: center;">Here are some ideas for what came in your box. Click on the title & it will link to the recipe. MOST come from Allrecipes.com, its a GREAT site!<br /><br /><a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Peppercorn-Ranch-Pasta/Detail.aspx">Peppercorn Ranch Pasta Recipe</a><br /></div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4b8s6S1X7oUheVkCmcjMk2Igb6I2_nQ6LhayXl1gb1AwmnsZp4F4_tD3ierVpCqb4fPF8EIsCDCC59OLYNmGQ9RvwGolSrr9B8_awAB35xj5jySn5OkB4HYJfxIbIcKPeSkbdbgNsdQOR/s1600/270379.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 140px; height: 140px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4b8s6S1X7oUheVkCmcjMk2Igb6I2_nQ6LhayXl1gb1AwmnsZp4F4_tD3ierVpCqb4fPF8EIsCDCC59OLYNmGQ9RvwGolSrr9B8_awAB35xj5jySn5OkB4HYJfxIbIcKPeSkbdbgNsdQOR/s400/270379.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5514729771288762210" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Rustic-Fall-PHILLY-Fruit-Tart/Detail.aspx">Rustic Fall Philly Fruit Tart</a><br /></div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgD4MC6_gB0YMM41gt52r8f75Wp5nK_H3925w2tUZsFRFLYvgUOUFMB7cF6OuRndz6nPX6fIxllStI1iF_SUTvZWVRghKrIsZzVtFQEvm-SY3EA1RgsNoxrbLqJEYy8ml4XF0rzx9zqVxxV/s1600/179691.jpg"><img style="display: block; 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margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkO8u7yIdK3rcNyxNfN1dgVg8z0g43_fyreUj4ynbD4nBTJEcrrIARIOzIgibsuwqs9KAIEnQFWXjVW89IzDOr_ccxBXpOzTmUDyUmuz9hTzMnVNl54DSwOBvHMiQL6rWlLqgAwW2uPYYv/s400/e54c797fe300763a34598904b9e89090.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5514727848362522498" border="0" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3773770804153465068.post-30051144073680891492010-09-03T14:18:00.000-07:002010-09-03T15:16:24.830-07:00TIPS for minimizing Waste of produce<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Ok, so some of the past emails received has made me think about wasting food....so hence this BLOG POST!</span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I have done a bunch a research & some are things that we have been doing, to help minimize waste of produce:<br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size:180%;">#1 - SORT</span> when you bring it home.<br /> Choose items that may VERY ripe to eat FIRST. So they don't go bad in the fridge & then wasted. Remember to bring out the produce already in the fridge forward or out on the counter so you can remember to use it. <a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEio0iIuoQn5Tj809P4uuOdpZ_H_QASE2BMZc-mYNbbNxlyPHJWP2BGYihmtlPe7zCw7fotIVTJ_aiqqLRsylPsNGI9fd1qykyNB4PweZh-XeIHX3TC56-nOOBzHiCZXDp-lw0n1X9rh1SMY/s1600/veggies.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 90px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEio0iIuoQn5Tj809P4uuOdpZ_H_QASE2BMZc-mYNbbNxlyPHJWP2BGYihmtlPe7zCw7fotIVTJ_aiqqLRsylPsNGI9fd1qykyNB4PweZh-XeIHX3TC56-nOOBzHiCZXDp-lw0n1X9rh1SMY/s400/veggies.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5512803937976592786" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size:180%;">#2 </span>- USE Green Bags to <span style="font-size:180%;">preserve produce</span>, they are reusable & my fruits & veggies last almost 2-3 weeks at times. Use lunch brown sacks for Mushrooms.<br /> Keep Potatoes & Onions in a cool area of the kitchen, cupboard or pantry.<br /></div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSIz_JiiH9_lWYENDLO_85hSjXQtjelInCayIbrRbg2yZs0wFG1vuXRZWuhkHLeHnBvcST473Ukh5e9IU_y4YxjFAndY0zDyOXuckM8t7Nk4uMQYrDhP0KCx71oMw00CTwjy_HNqTFAGx1/s1600/DEBBIE_MEYER_GREEN_BAGS.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 308px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSIz_JiiH9_lWYENDLO_85hSjXQtjelInCayIbrRbg2yZs0wFG1vuXRZWuhkHLeHnBvcST473Ukh5e9IU_y4YxjFAndY0zDyOXuckM8t7Nk4uMQYrDhP0KCx71oMw00CTwjy_HNqTFAGx1/s400/DEBBIE_MEYER_GREEN_BAGS.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5512800346684309810" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:180%;">#3 - MENU PLAN</span><br />Especially for veggies that you may not use everyday, set a day & meal that you will use them in.<br />SEARCH recipe sites for ideas to use for specific ingredients: allrecipes.com has a good one.<br />I will be posting a new blog post with recipe ideas for what was received in the box each week.<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSX_qotF3Y3UtenUShU7tTOphzJnElMeRAWe9l_QShqvsGbQwaSHhZH33lKP4wElWjOof465LXyv4H0aoCu1AYlYdNILP2qXAOJxgCiGTLyZ4LPKPBA5OFRcC_AJsGoH7Pt07wwzQxABtl/s1600/images.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 251px; height: 201px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSX_qotF3Y3UtenUShU7tTOphzJnElMeRAWe9l_QShqvsGbQwaSHhZH33lKP4wElWjOof465LXyv4H0aoCu1AYlYdNILP2qXAOJxgCiGTLyZ4LPKPBA5OFRcC_AJsGoH7Pt07wwzQxABtl/s400/images.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5512803933185270818" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-size:180%;">#4 Preserve Excess</span><br />If you find that you are using veggies, but have too many of certain veggies...preserve them!<br />FREEZING:<br />Bell Peppers & Onions - Chop & Freeze in ziplocs <span style="font-size:78%;">(great to pull them out from the freezer & pop them into your chili)</span><br />Mushrooms - Saute 1/2 as long as normal & freeze<br />Tomatoes - some prep work see: <a href="http://www.deepsouthdish.com/2009/07/how-to-preserve-tomatoes-in-freezer.html">DEEP SOUTH DISHES</a><br />Corn on Cob: Husk, Blanch Corn, Cool, Bag & Freeze<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2eLwRiTF8l5AaUOP0VkUWKlkUkIdoes107qXL2HoK7E1vkLU-n-ZF7Kneuf5uycTOHMEaYi9xTCKwhYIw1xoQCMOYPuw-d6fFdBdZiJX_i5mE9Y1FjXB_3B4qEybmpG-Y1LCpZ3J2hbQF/s1600/produce-1.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 314px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2eLwRiTF8l5AaUOP0VkUWKlkUkIdoes107qXL2HoK7E1vkLU-n-ZF7Kneuf5uycTOHMEaYi9xTCKwhYIw1xoQCMOYPuw-d6fFdBdZiJX_i5mE9Y1FjXB_3B4qEybmpG-Y1LCpZ3J2hbQF/s400/produce-1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5512800357115287730" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-size:180%;">#5 Keep a Food Waste Diary</span><br />Every time you throw away food, whether it's a banana peel or 3/4 of a lasagna, you write down what it was and why you tossed it. The diary helps you be mindful - do I really need to toss this, or can I take it for lunch tomorrow? But also, after a while you can see what you're wasting the most and try to curb your shopping habits. see: <a href="http://www.thekitchn.com/thekitchn/conscientious-cook/tips-and-tricks-how-to-avoid-wasting-food-046510">thekitchn.com</a> for details.<br /><br />NOW that I say all these things, hopefully I can stay on top of NOT wasting food.<br /><span style="font-size:130%;">Any PERSONAL tips, PLEASE post it! </span><br /></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3773770804153465068.post-67063167660611061582010-09-01T13:57:00.001-07:002010-09-01T14:14:25.057-07:00Recipes for your F&V box of veggies 9/1/10<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:180%;">WHAT CAN YOU MAKE </span><br /><span style="font-size:180%;">with what's in your BOX?</span><br /></div><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><br /></span>WHAT CAN YOU MAKE WITH: Zucchini<br /><div class="ingredients" style="margin-top: 10px;"> <h3> </h3><h1 id="itemTitle" class="plaincharacterwrap fn"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span class="itemreviewed">Grilled Zucchini II<br /></span></span></h1><h3> <a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh178-X5DdobIdplRvRzg4D5qtTrqvL61xOqIJezdIDGmVOmQUhjpypi34NgqbyK6BYHC28zVdwGOg3dn1SNjisnKbuX5DPpS5LzGQ_75Pt_3To8XoQREPjRuS2l655oCZAMQJHHXolYTrp/s1600/40441.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 140px; height: 140px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh178-X5DdobIdplRvRzg4D5qtTrqvL61xOqIJezdIDGmVOmQUhjpypi34NgqbyK6BYHC28zVdwGOg3dn1SNjisnKbuX5DPpS5LzGQ_75Pt_3To8XoQREPjRuS2l655oCZAMQJHHXolYTrp/s320/40441.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5512055238998670754" border="0" /></a></h3><h3><span style="font-size:78%;">Ingredients</span></h3> <ul><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:78%;"> 1 large zucchini</span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:78%;"> 1/4 cup Italian-style salad dressing</span></li></ul> </div> <div style="border-top: 1px dotted rgb(204, 204, 204); width: 300px; margin-top: 20px;"> </div><span style="font-size:78%;">DIRECTIONS</span><br /> <div class="directions" style="margin-top: 10px;"> <ol><li><span style="font-size:78%;"><span class="plaincharacterwrap break"> Slice zucchini into 1/4 inch slices. Toss in a bowl with Italian dressing. </span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:78%;"><span class="plaincharacterwrap break"> Place on a hot grill and grill about 4 to 5 minutes or until nice grill marks appear and the zucchini is slightly limp. Serve and enjoy. </span></span></li></ol> </div><br />WHAT YOU CAN MAKE WITH : zucchini, potatoes, tomatoes<br /><h1 id="itemTitle" class="plaincharacterwrap fn"><span class="itemreviewed" style="font-size:100%;">Crescent Beef Casserole<br /></span></h1><h1 id="itemTitle" class="plaincharacterwrap fn"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy0NNYuk5-Fg3VcWI8bhAUhbaeOyaaZ3T5QUNoR4UE2cq1DjVyDUoGDUfq7F2L9cuiUVeV2t5bzmzyOTdZuBEzqV67kMjry_N-XYTAmrk_h82JyvF_Vzr3muBvvgBOMVAtbcTsAS9XDuao/s1600/117430.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 140px; height: 140px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy0NNYuk5-Fg3VcWI8bhAUhbaeOyaaZ3T5QUNoR4UE2cq1DjVyDUoGDUfq7F2L9cuiUVeV2t5bzmzyOTdZuBEzqV67kMjry_N-XYTAmrk_h82JyvF_Vzr3muBvvgBOMVAtbcTsAS9XDuao/s320/117430.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5512054675553795442" border="0" /></a></h1><div class="ingredients" style="margin-top: 10px;"> <h3><span style="font-size:85%;"> <span style="font-size:78%;">Ingredients</span></span></h3> <ul tabindex="0"><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:78%;"> 1 pound lean ground beef</span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:78%;"> 1 cup diced zucchini</span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:78%;">1/4 cup chopped onion</span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:78%;"> 1/4 cup chopped green pepper</span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:78%;"> 2 teaspoons olive oil</span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:78%;"> 1 cup tomato puree</span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:78%;"> 1 teaspoon dried oregano</span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:78%;"> 1/4 teaspoon salt</span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:78%;"> 1/8 teaspoon pepper</span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:78%;"> 1 1/2 cups mashed potatoes</span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:78%;"> 1 cup crumbled feta cheese</span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:78%;"> 1 (8 ounce) package refrigerated crescent rolls</span></li></ul> </div> <div style="border-top: 1px dotted rgb(204, 204, 204); width: 300px; margin-top: 20px;"> </div> <div class="directions" style="margin-top: 10px;"> <h3><span style="font-size:78%;"> Directions</span></h3> <ol><li><span style="font-size:78%;"><span class="plaincharacterwrap break"> In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain and set aside. In the same skillet, saute the zucchini, onion and green pepper in oil until crisp-tender. Stir in the beef, tomato puree, oregano, salt and pepper; heat through. </span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:78%;"><span class="plaincharacterwrap break"> Spread mashed potatoes in an 11-in. x 7-in. x 2-in. baking dish coated with nonstick cooking spray. Top with beef mixture; sprinkle with feta cheese. </span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:78%;"><span class="plaincharacterwrap break"> U</span></span><span style="font-size:78%;"><span class="plaincharacterwrap break">nroll crescent dough. Separate into four rectangles; arrange three rectangles over the casserole. Bake at 375 degrees F for 12-15 minutes or until top is browned. Roll remaining dough into two crescent rolls; bake for another use. </span></span></li></ol><br />MAKE WITH: Nectarines, Peaches, Plums, Apples<br />*I change the fruit depending upon what I have, but the KIDS love this*<br /><h1 id="itemTitle" class="plaincharacterwrap fn"><span class="itemreviewed" style="font-size:100%;">Fruit Salsa & Cinnamon Chips<br /></span></h1><h3><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5vf0nBe4R64biVfuhEuCDjNEEDnxn5rcmmVqzqVokAIb_16cdC7OB1t5nwUNDezpQAVVN9rZvE8x354YKgJgFX9W8whw4uZOhDB7wXmintW88i4h83iKxRa8BqXBkOC0bk5RjeA4VEiKT/s1600/26692.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 140px; height: 140px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5vf0nBe4R64biVfuhEuCDjNEEDnxn5rcmmVqzqVokAIb_16cdC7OB1t5nwUNDezpQAVVN9rZvE8x354YKgJgFX9W8whw4uZOhDB7wXmintW88i4h83iKxRa8BqXBkOC0bk5RjeA4VEiKT/s320/26692.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5512053788839860466" border="0" /></a></h3><div class="ingredients" style="margin-top: 10px;"> <h3> <span style="font-size:78%;">Ingredients</span></h3> <ul><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:78%;"> 2 kiwis, peeled and diced</span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:78%;"> 2 Golden Delicious apples - peeled, cored and diced</span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:78%;"> 1 Nectarine peeled & diced<br /></span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:78%;"> 1 pound strawberries</span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:78%;"> 2 tablespoons white sugar</span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:78%;"> 1 tablespoon brown sugar</span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:78%;"> </span><br /></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:78%;"> 3 tablespoons fruit preserves, any flavor</span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:78%;">10 (10 inch) flour tortillas</span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:78%;"> butter flavored cooking spray</span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:78%;"> 2 cups cinnamon sugar</span></li></ul> </div> <div style="border-top: 1px dotted rgb(204, 204, 204); width: 300px; margin-top: 20px;"> </div> <div class="directions" style="margin-top: 10px;"> <h3><span style="font-size:78%;"> Directions</span></h3> <ol><li><span style="font-size:78%;"><span class="plaincharacterwrap break"> In a large bowl, thoroughly mix kiwis, Golden Delicious apples, raspberries, strawberries, white sugar, brown sugar and fruit preserves. Cover and chill in the refrigerator at least 15 minutes. </span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:78%;"><span class="plaincharacterwrap break"> Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). </span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:78%;"><span class="plaincharacterwrap break"> Coat one side of each flour tortilla with butter flavored cooking spray. Cut into wedges and arrange in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Sprinkle wedges with desired amount of cinnamon sugar. Spray again with cooking spray. </span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:78%;"><span class="plaincharacterwrap break"> Bake in the preheated oven 8 to 10 minutes. Repeat with any remaining tortilla wedges. Allow to cool approximately 15 minutes. Serve with chilled fruit mixture. </span></span></li></ol> </div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-size:180%;">WHAT RECIPES WILL YOU MAKE WITH<br />WHAT'S IN YOUR BOX? </span></span><br /></div> </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3773770804153465068.post-63328662279845443722010-03-20T20:52:00.000-07:002010-03-20T20:52:00.468-07:00Yummy Zucchini Recipe<div align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQYVzsoA6keipvgnuYVeCJlXo0gHP_WeJ_MyoMlsGR9AqBHRBvq3zkmR00efD0AHl61R56qZ646C_rq0d1BH0otA5hHOFxLlmqV7zbsTB2epHV0EZ0E1_ByzMhmeqsSz0ZCLhyphenhyphenBQh1j3C8/s1600-h/zucchini+casserole.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5449817171011480770" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 250px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 250px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQYVzsoA6keipvgnuYVeCJlXo0gHP_WeJ_MyoMlsGR9AqBHRBvq3zkmR00efD0AHl61R56qZ646C_rq0d1BH0otA5hHOFxLlmqV7zbsTB2epHV0EZ0E1_ByzMhmeqsSz0ZCLhyphenhyphenBQh1j3C8/s400/zucchini+casserole.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-size:180%;">Zucchini Casserole from </span><a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Chicken-Zucchini-Casserole/Detail.aspx"><span style="font-size:180%;">Allrecipes.com</span><br /></a><br />(I cubed bread & baked it & used that instead of stuffing, which I did not have)<br /><br /></div><div align="center">I found this recipe to be great for emptying some items in my fridge I had not yet used. Because of my GREEN bags, my zucchini's last 2 weeks...but I try to use them up & this recipe got 4 stars out of 5 mouths in our family!!</div><div align="center"> </div><div align="center">Try it out, your fam might like it!</div><div align="center"> </div><div align="center"><span style="font-size:180%;">WHAT's YOUR FAVORITE ZUCCHINI RECIPE?</span><br /></div><div align="center"><a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Chicken-Zucchini-Casserole/Detail.aspx"></a> </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3773770804153465068.post-16579497950852389032010-03-18T10:50:00.000-07:002010-03-18T10:50:00.391-07:00Great Deals & Finds<div align="center"><a href="http://www.alohadeals.net/"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5449476328221978866" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 348px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 176px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhe0fvmcVL-iu7BD_IhSMLuSu5jzsBo3F_K3hUFZq13sVVA7W9HZKsU4FDueAkn0ueGyxfZuzbp3G0eBrRC-TnXFFm7YaNcWXH3D4UNG_eY0lOCGw8em1qmKze4tF-C9Vb1pqZ-LuyQ7YLZ/s400/alohadealspic.png" border="0" /></a><br /><div align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Have you checked out Linds's site. She posts great deals on shopping / couponing & great food finds. Get stocked up on your food storage by using her fabulous finds.</span></div><div align="center"> </div><div align="center"> </div><div align="center"><span style="font-size:85%;">(Click on the picture to link, if not </span><a href="http://www.alohadeals.net/"><span style="font-size:85%;">HERE</span></a><span style="font-size:85%;">)</span></div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3773770804153465068.post-7222576389237362622010-03-17T10:54:00.000-07:002010-03-17T10:54:00.483-07:00St. Patricks Day Recipes<div align="center"> </div><div align="center"> </div><div align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWSsafLvujXZeTVZP-Qn4JCPpiIpxbEvlKBJ6sf9ctTkRBH67mb4BcBP1LJqCd-646azmuwnrtjVHkM8Nr65sl9tH5mpiV6JxWBYE5hLxZ-MBREAMNWgr9idoW1IKhmokssOUhfx9venM-/s1600-h/stpattysday.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5449477095250750498" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 324px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWSsafLvujXZeTVZP-Qn4JCPpiIpxbEvlKBJ6sf9ctTkRBH67mb4BcBP1LJqCd-646azmuwnrtjVHkM8Nr65sl9tH5mpiV6JxWBYE5hLxZ-MBREAMNWgr9idoW1IKhmokssOUhfx9venM-/s400/stpattysday.jpg" border="0" /></a> Recipes for the Green Day <a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipes/Holidays-and-Events/St-Patricks-Day/Main.aspx">HERE<br /></a></div><div align="center">Fun Kid Recipes for St. Patty's Day <a href="http://familyfun.go.com/st-patricks-day/">HERE</a></div><div align="center"> </div><div align="center">Desserts for a Lucky Day <a href="http://www.kraftrecipes.com/recipes/holidays-and-entertaining/holidays/st-patricks-day/Pages/stpatricksstpatsmain.aspx?cm_mmc=srch-_-Google-_-traffic-_-st_patrick%27s_day_desserts">HERE</a></div><div align="center"> </div><div align="center"><span style="font-size:180%;">WHAT St. Patricks Day recipe did you use your produce for?</span> </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3773770804153465068.post-22988681648605811412010-03-16T22:18:00.000-07:002010-03-16T22:22:50.796-07:00Green Bags<div align="center">How long does your produce last? </div><div align="center"> </div><div align="center">For 1 1/2 years I have been using the GREEN BAGS from Debbie Meyer. I love them. My produce will ast 2 weeks & even longer. I resuse the bags & only have to buy new once maybe twice a year. SUCH a good deal. </div><br /><div align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjv9-AFGLKnaVe0oRzhNKHyc0YfjE27vyIzwQfHbk0Sawg__oIHVI-w7R_vxhugXYJTtmrhHz_OjwC76FgdK2EO1MhJpFd7UpoiCFD19XPtZMOOs7u9ErV-6xp-a5f8z8MEm6Gx73nSAyip/s1600-h/GreenBagsSheeFront.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5449468447708651602" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 368px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjv9-AFGLKnaVe0oRzhNKHyc0YfjE27vyIzwQfHbk0Sawg__oIHVI-w7R_vxhugXYJTtmrhHz_OjwC76FgdK2EO1MhJpFd7UpoiCFD19XPtZMOOs7u9ErV-6xp-a5f8z8MEm6Gx73nSAyip/s400/GreenBagsSheeFront.jpg" border="0" /></a> Find it at Walmart in the "as seen on TV" section (by the checkout stands)</div><div align="center"> </div><div align="center">WHAT ELSE do you do to preserve your produce?<br /><br /></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3773770804153465068.post-3203319635300542082010-03-12T13:10:00.000-08:002010-03-12T13:33:10.572-08:00Sweet Potato ROLLS - Okinawan RECIPE*makes 16 medium sized rolls<br /><strong></strong><br /><strong>INGREDIENTS</strong><br />3/4 lb (1 large) sweet potato, peeled & cut into chunks<br />1 t dry yeast<br />1/2 c packed light brown sugar<br />3 1/2 to 4 1/2 C all purpose flour<br />2 T unsalted butter, softened<br />1 T salt<br />2 large eggs<br />1 egg - whisked for egg wash<br /><strong></strong><br /><strong>INSTRUCTIONS</strong><br />1) Put sweet potatoe in pan w/2 c water, bring to boil. Cook for 15 minutes, until tender. Drain, reserving the cooking water. Mash or puree potatoe & place in large bowl. Let potatoe & water cool to lukewarm.<br /><br />2) Measure 1 C of cooking water & stir in yeast to dissolve. Add yeast misture to potatoe, stir in brown sugar & 1 C flour. Add butter & salt and stir, then add 2 eggs & mis well. Add 2 more cups of flour, a cup at a time.<br /><br />3)Dust a work surface with flour & turn out the dough. Knead for 5 minutes till soft, & somewhat elastic. Place in clean bowl, cover w/plastic wrap & let rise until doubled - 4 hours.<br /><br />4) Pull dough away from sides of bowl and turn out onto a floured surface. Lightly grease a backing sheet w/butter.<br /><br />5) Use sharp knife to divide dough into 16 pieces. Using your palm press the dough lightly into your work surface. roll 1 piece into a round roll. Place shaped roll on baking sheet. Place rolls 1/2 inch apart on baking sheet. Cover w/plastic wrap & rise another 30-40 minutes.<br /><br />6) Brush tops of rolls with egg wash. Place rack in center of oven & Bake at 400 degrees for 30 minutes. Rolls should be a deep brown on top & golden orange at sides. Let cool 10 minutes before serving.<br /><br />YUM!<br /><br />*I tried these a few days ago...and did not estimate enough time for rising...so I finished baking the day after. LOVE them, very yummy to just munch on.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3773770804153465068.post-36107799147718521412010-02-26T11:46:00.000-08:002010-02-26T11:48:29.200-08:00Happy Friday Fruit and Veggie Friends<div style="text-align: center;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">What did the green grape say to the purple grape?</span></b></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjAHi3Riq62EMQOqd2DtzQa4Fr9uft8p0R4Q1y9Rr8lTRpVOWvmWmUSgb-LuH3oq1rXBaAdibS-2Oc-hV0_ylt-lf0zCAm1kuKfIcYd2l8GCDd6oetmFrIiTRi-LiSOvxL_Bok7NB3CDqZ/s1600-h/grapes.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 368px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjAHi3Riq62EMQOqd2DtzQa4Fr9uft8p0R4Q1y9Rr8lTRpVOWvmWmUSgb-LuH3oq1rXBaAdibS-2Oc-hV0_ylt-lf0zCAm1kuKfIcYd2l8GCDd6oetmFrIiTRi-LiSOvxL_Bok7NB3CDqZ/s400/grapes.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5442641133353819442" /></a><br /><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>Kristenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07166608047411928421noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3773770804153465068.post-78411481834576868092010-02-03T15:16:00.001-08:002010-02-03T15:16:38.898-08:00Fresh Tomato Soup w/ Basil recipe<div>from Paige Nemrow:<br /></div> <div> </div> <div>3 Tbsp. butter or marg.</div> <div>1 large onion, sliced</div> <div>1 large carrot, shredded</div> <div>4-6 large tomatoes, peeled (by dipping into boiling water), seeded, and coarsely chopped (4-5 cups)</div> <div>1/2 cup packed fresh basil leaves or 4-5 tsp. dried basil</div> <div>1 tsp. salt</div> <div>3/4 tsp. white sugar</div> <div>1/8 tsp. white pepper (or black)</div> <div>2 cups chicken broth</div> <div>1 Tbsp. tiny soup pasta (pastina or I have used little salad sea shells)</div> <div> In a 3 qt. saucepan cook onion and carrot in butter for about 10 min. Stir in tomatoes, basil, salt, sugar and pepper. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, then reduce heat, cover and simmer for 10 min.</div> <div> Whirl tomato mixture, a portion at a time, in a food processor or blender until smooth; set aside.</div> Pour broth into pan and bring to a boil. Add pasta and simmer about 7 min. Stir in tomato mixture and heat through.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3773770804153465068.post-65809281046925852552009-11-18T19:31:00.000-08:002009-11-18T19:44:12.568-08:00CRANBERRIES??<div align="center"><span style="font-size:180%;">IDEAS:</span></div><div align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;"></span> </div><div align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Orange Blosson Cranberry Muffins</span></div><div align="center"> </div><div align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwvfzHmItq6nFLGfnCHvjMKrsjQypzkQYSn5G7R3NzY0sGNWy3Ann8pG0ZW3jzRqy7PWrRpNormIS7_jqrufvPYJ25s9i0dkSgVb4h0y5CK5zaBrXETj2-Y7wPjXAzWxOeNhYuVSQk8SBZ/s1600/cranmuffin.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5405653491924951810" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 250px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 250px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwvfzHmItq6nFLGfnCHvjMKrsjQypzkQYSn5G7R3NzY0sGNWy3Ann8pG0ZW3jzRqy7PWrRpNormIS7_jqrufvPYJ25s9i0dkSgVb4h0y5CK5zaBrXETj2-Y7wPjXAzWxOeNhYuVSQk8SBZ/s400/cranmuffin.jpg" border="0" /></a> *From Audrey & "The Muffin Book"</div><div align="left"><span style="font-size:85%;">2 t sugar</span></div><div align="left"><span style="font-size:85%;">3 t orange zest</span></div><div align="left"><span style="font-size:85%;">1 1/2 C flour</span></div><div align="left"><span style="font-size:85%;">1 1/2 t baking powder</span></div><div align="left"><span style="font-size:85%;">1/8 t salt </span></div><div align="left"><span style="font-size:85%;">1/2 C sugar</span></div><div align="left"><span style="font-size:85%;">1 egg, beaten</span></div><div align="left"><span style="font-size:85%;">1/2 C milk</span></div><div align="left"><span style="font-size:85%;">1/4 C butter, melted</span></div><div align="left"><span style="font-size:85%;">2 T frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed</span></div><div align="left"><span style="font-size:85%;">1 1/2 C cranberries - food processed with orange juice</span></div><div align="left"> </div><div align="left"><span style="font-size:85%;">1) preheat 400 F, lightly grease muffin cups/line cups</span></div><div align="left"><span style="font-size:85%;">2)For topping combine 2 t sugar, 1 t orange zest, set aside</span></div><div align="left"><span style="font-size:85%;">3) In large bowl stir together: flour, baking powder, salt, 2 t orange zest. Stir through the 1/2C sugar. Make a well ni the center.</span></div><div align="left"><span style="font-size:85%;">4) In a small mixing bowl, combine egg, milk, melted butter, & orange juice concentrate/cranberry blend. Add all at once to the flour mixture & stif until just mointenet (lumpy is good).</span></div><div align="left"><span style="font-size:85%;">5) Spoon batter into cups, fill 2/3rds full. Sprinkle tops of muffins w/Sugar-Orange Peel mixture. Bake till golden brown: 12-15 min. Let cool 5 min.<br /></span></div><div align="center"></div><div align="center"><br /></div><div align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Cranberry Sauce</span></div><div align="center"><br /></div><div align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhULlvVCsbeXCHzy0gWkOsjT1R5h_VnuzYeG3CHH-wJ1X02WzWiDZcAA9hbXqzQ6wOIFSRNKhJYlIL0DZIMyjoE3OD3p6NLVG5emXZNWONWII8FGKVT74WcBW0h2PU5yKHxI2F1DBvY-VhD/s1600/cransauce.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5405652219495534482" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 250px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 250px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhULlvVCsbeXCHzy0gWkOsjT1R5h_VnuzYeG3CHH-wJ1X02WzWiDZcAA9hbXqzQ6wOIFSRNKhJYlIL0DZIMyjoE3OD3p6NLVG5emXZNWONWII8FGKVT74WcBW0h2PU5yKHxI2F1DBvY-VhD/s400/cransauce.jpg" border="0" /></a> Only 3 ingredients for cranberry sauce...Allrecipes are GREAT:<br /><div align="center"><a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Cranberry-Sauce/Detail.aspx">http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Cranberry-Sauce/Detail.aspx</a></div><div align="center"> </div><div align="center"> </div><div align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">What do you do with Your Cranberries?</span> </div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3773770804153465068.post-50316240494912372132009-11-11T15:37:00.000-08:002009-11-11T15:37:00.357-08:00Banana Bread<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGFTCa-QChwsUeGgK_s9r77eSVr4BgD6yRQm7MO-iyv8yMvrRiLfYqqbpXu51YU4GEtwoFCF21Jk3kl4KjPjhdnKSkpJ1UTlPRVFNdckINGDGl1tppO6wp3xB6WBfAbJkviisfobWbMYUL/s1600-h/BananaBread.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5402623751239284210" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 275px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 275px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGFTCa-QChwsUeGgK_s9r77eSVr4BgD6yRQm7MO-iyv8yMvrRiLfYqqbpXu51YU4GEtwoFCF21Jk3kl4KjPjhdnKSkpJ1UTlPRVFNdckINGDGl1tppO6wp3xB6WBfAbJkviisfobWbMYUL/s400/BananaBread.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>POSTED BY ANGIE: <a name="msg_de2c8794aaf3a55c"></a></div><br /><div>*Preheat oven to 350 degrees<br />6 bananas mashed </div><div>4 eggs </div><div>1c butter </div><div>2c sugar<br />2 tsp baking soda </div><div>1tsp Salt </div><div>4c Flour </div><div>*Chocolate chips (Optional) </div><div></div><br /><div>Mix together first 4 ingredients. Add last 3 ingredients*.<br />Pour into 2 loaf pans (I like to line it with Parchment paper) Bake for 40 minutes (or until a fork or skewer comes out clean.)<br />I like to put it in a ziplock bag while it is still warm (not hot) to keep it nice and moist. </div><br /><div></div><br /><div><a name="msg_8206f262e70fb54d"></a>POSTED BY MOLLY: </div><br /><div>I use this one from all recipes. I'm a sucker for brown sugar...<br /><a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Banana-Banana-Bread/Detail.aspx" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Banana-Banana-Bread/Detail.aspx</a> </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3773770804153465068.post-43635498541971354082009-11-10T15:32:00.000-08:002009-11-10T15:37:20.810-08:00Spinach Recipes<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVyhvuPk1G0-xGWGb6TxkWgq2wRNhLFhe1poI1AbFxbHZqXdhFGijj2Jvrmuint12keXvdblQgflHKyMS6SiJUz1fr-_ekoGnwFN4UmhAes9iwS-eHD3aSTLxL5VyPwDKuVSL-icqLqdwY/s1600-h/spinach.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5402622673840242594" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 300px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVyhvuPk1G0-xGWGb6TxkWgq2wRNhLFhe1poI1AbFxbHZqXdhFGijj2Jvrmuint12keXvdblQgflHKyMS6SiJUz1fr-_ekoGnwFN4UmhAes9iwS-eHD3aSTLxL5VyPwDKuVSL-icqLqdwY/s400/spinach.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a name="msg_29a934cbbf62acf1"></a>POSTED BY: Paige</div><br /><div>Here is our favorite Spinach Lasagne (it was a recipe contest winner). It's different than any other that you've probably had and sooo good!<br /></div><br /><div>10 oz. frozen spinach (or 1 bunch cooked fresh) </div><div>6 oz. lasagne noodles </div><div>1 lb. ground beef (can also add 1/8 lb. pork sausage if you like) </div><div>3/4 tsp. salt, 1/8 tsp. pepper </div><div>8 oz. can tomato sauce </div><div>1/2 lb. shredded mozzarella cheese </div><div>1 can cream of mushroom soup </div><div>3/4 cup milk </div><div>1/2 tsp. oregano </div><div>3/4 tsp. worcestershire sauce parmesan cheese sprinkled on top<br /></div><br /><div>Brown meat in skillet. Add salt, pepper, oregano & worchestershire. Stir in cooked & well-drained spinach. In oil dripped pan arrange 1/2 cooked noodles, 1/2 meat mixture and 1/2 cheese. Repeat layers. Heat soup & milk together. Stir until well blended and pour over top of casserole, separating noodles a bit to let seep down in. Pour tomato sauce over top and sprinkle generously with parmesan chees. Bake at 350 for 30 min. </div><div> </div><div> </div><div>POSTED BY MARIKO: </div><div>It's very easy, also, to throw a handful of spinach into your smoothie. You can't taste it at all. We also sautee a HUGE bunch of spinach, blend it up, and mix it into the egg before cooking scrambled eggs. Again, you can't taste it, and Amaya doesn't seem to mind that they're green at all. </div><div> </div><div> </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3773770804153465068.post-70415555428964081322009-09-09T18:43:00.000-07:002009-09-09T18:44:48.514-07:00FOOD INC.<div align="center">Hey Guys,</div><div align="center"> Have you seen this? </div><br /><div align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjQLz3cOOw03WBFVncd8GhL0CLs6PJ_9ZOxV7VyBKn1JrtDw480047rVi7BXAzj6_h5EjKp5xLmH3H53qIO0KWtepdSFxgPeOJOjJpyUnjVebC1NbYslVmshSek3Z-1a6BndrT6pt5L9Vn/s1600-h/food-inc-poster.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5379648490273463010" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 270px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjQLz3cOOw03WBFVncd8GhL0CLs6PJ_9ZOxV7VyBKn1JrtDw480047rVi7BXAzj6_h5EjKp5xLmH3H53qIO0KWtepdSFxgPeOJOjJpyUnjVebC1NbYslVmshSek3Z-1a6BndrT6pt5L9Vn/s400/food-inc-poster.jpg" border="0" /></a> I was chatting with a fellow co-oper & we discussed Food INC. SO interesting. I have NOT seen it, but I WANT to. can't wait till Ohana Video gets it! (hee hee)</div><div align="center"> </div><div align="center"> </div><div align="center">what are your thoughts?<br /><br /></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3773770804153465068.post-87453944978616501032009-08-16T23:25:00.001-07:002009-08-16T23:31:46.785-07:00What We Do With Our Veggies<div align="left"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXprSoL5GW0Sc3fUvpWVCfUzVJCVTEDc1wVWklgaNbgNDH34y2ng7KxWVZ6yuPNnrSk19D5nt-XLZz9PJc9Hfy5NIoh4sWyhinaRQCY34KYJ_JS3pGwIyhHIJurUMH-mrpIiioEkUnIE56/s1600-h/Veggies.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 254px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5370816029872451858" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXprSoL5GW0Sc3fUvpWVCfUzVJCVTEDc1wVWklgaNbgNDH34y2ng7KxWVZ6yuPNnrSk19D5nt-XLZz9PJc9Hfy5NIoh4sWyhinaRQCY34KYJ_JS3pGwIyhHIJurUMH-mrpIiioEkUnIE56/s400/Veggies.jpg" /></a><em> </em><span style="font-size:78%;"><em>photo from chidiet.com<br /></em></span><br />Zucchini: We like to saute our zucchini the same as the green beans and mushrooms, olive oil, salt, pepper.<br />Mushrooms: We also like to saute our mushrooms with a little bit of butter or olive oil, onions and worstershire sauce, SO GOOD. (tastes like the ones that come on top of steak at the restaurant. You can add steak seasoning too.)<br />Cherries: we pitted them and dipped em in chocolate. Not good for ya, but <strong>YUM.<br /></strong>Tomatoes: We like to make salsa. If you want that recipe, let me know. Another mom in my group has and great one.<br />Bell Peppers:<br /><br />Steak and Peppers on Rice<br /><br />1 1/2 lb. steak, cut into strips<br />2 bell peppers, sliced into strips<br />2 tomatoes, sliced<br />1 bunch green onions, chopped<br />2 T butter<br />1 clove garlic (or 1/2 t garlic powder)<br />1 C beef boullion<br />2 T corn starch<br />2 T soy sauce<br />4 C rice<br /><br />Melt butter, saute garlic, Brown steak, add bell peppers, and green onions, and saute till just wilted. Add boullion and tomatoes, cook 5 minutes. Add cornstarch (mixed previously with a little water). Simmer until sauce has thickened. Serve on top of white or brown rice.<br /><br />Stuffed Bell Peppers<br /><br />2 large bell peppers, halved<br />(dash of salt optional)<br />3/4 lb. ground beef, pork, lamb, sausage, or turkey (whatever you like)<br />1/3 C chopped onion<br />1-7.5 oz. can tomatoes cut up (just cut up tomatoes from your veggie box!)<br />1/2 C water<br />1/3 C long grain rice, UNCOOKED<br />1 T worstershire sauce<br />1/2 t dried oregano (or basil)<br />1/2 C shredded american cheese, separated in to two 1/4 C amounts.<br /><br />Halve the peppers, remove the stems, ends, and seeds. Immerse in boiling water for 3 minutes. Sprinke with salt, if you want, and invert on paper towel to drain.<br />In a large skillet cook meat nd onion til meat is brown and onions are tender. Drain off fat. Stir in undrained tomatoes (if you are using fresh you may have to cook them for a few minutes to get the right consistency), water, UNCOOKED rice, worstershire sauce, and dried oregano or basil, 1/4 t salt, 1/4 t pepper. Bring to boiling, and reduce heat. Simmer, covered, for about 15 minutes or till rice is tender. Stir in 1/4 C cheese.<br />Fill peppers with meat mixture. Place in a square baking dish along with any remaining meat mixture. Bake at 375 degrees for 15 minutes or until heated through. Sprinke with remaining 1/4 C cheese. Let stand for about 2 minutes or until cheese is melted. Makes 4 servings.<br /><br />I'm pretty sure (though I haven't tried it yet) that you could add just about any other veggies to the meat mixture (mushrooms, zucchini, etc) and it would turn out yummy. My hubby really likes this one. </div>Kristenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07166608047411928421noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3773770804153465068.post-10174398399249717892009-08-08T22:57:00.000-07:002009-08-08T23:03:44.500-07:00confessionsometimes i open up my fridge just to look at all the beautiful green bell peppers, the juicy red tomatoes, and the savory varieties of fruit. it makes me happy.<div>it makes my husband laugh.</div>echohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15635424546924593531noreply@blogger.com3