1. To the beans and their soaking water, add a bay leaf. Bring to a boil over high heat, cover, turn off heat, and let sit for one hour quick cook method. Or, soak beans over night first. After one hour, simmer until the beans are tender, add more water if needed. 2. Prepare a […]
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Tropical Fruit Platter
Recipe Summary: Preparation Time: 20 minutes Number of Servings: 6 Cups of Fruits and Vegetables Per Person: 1.50 Ingredients: 1 (20oz) can pineapple slices, packed in juice, each cut in half 1 small papaya, peeled and cut into wedges 1 mango, peeled and sliced 1 large basket strawberries, stemmed Juice of one lime Directions: Arrange […]
Simple Vegetable Ragout With Parsley
Soak the dried mushrooms in hot water until they are soft, about 20 to 30 minutes. In a large saucepan, frying pan or wok with a cover, heat the oil and saute the onions over medium heat until they are transparent but still maintain their shape, about 3 to 5 minutes. Add the garlic, carrots, […]
Homemade Chips, Lo Fat, Lo Cal
Preheat oven to 500F. Lightly spray cookie sheet with vegetable cooking spray. Slice unpeeled baking potato into very thin slices. In bowl, toss potatoe slices with dressing until evenly coated. Arrange potatoes in single layer on cookie sheet. Bake about 20 min. or until lightly browned on both sides, turning once after 10 min.
Collard Greens
Recipe Summary: Preparation Time: 25 minutes Number of Servings: 4 Cups of Fruits and Vegetables Per Person: 1.50 Ingredients: 1/2 cup of low-sodium chicken broth 3/4 cup water 2 pounds of collard greens, washed and stems removed 1-1/2 cups sliced red onions 1 garlic clove, minced 1/4 cup orange juice 1/2 tsp dried red pepper […]
Seasoned Onions
1. POUR OFF HALF THE LIQUID EXCEPT FOR BEANS IN TOMATO SAUCE, CREAM STYLE CORN, BLACKEYED PEAS, SAUERKRAUT, RED CABBAGE, AND TOMATOES. 2. PLACE IN STEAM-JACKETED KETTLE OR STOCK POT. 3. HEAT TO SIMMER. SIMMER ABOUT 10 MINUTES, STIRRING GENTLY. DO NOT BOIL. 4. PLACE IN SERVING PANS. GARNISH AS DESIRED. : NOTE: 1. PREPARE […]
Indian Apple Chutney
Peel, core and coarsely chop apples. Put apples, onions, garlic and raisins into a saucepan. Add salt, sugar, vinegar and spices and mix well. Heat gently, stirring to dissolve sugar. Bring to a boil and simmer 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in tomato paste and continue cooking 7-8 minutes longer or until mixture is of […]
Apple-lovage Chutney
Combine all ingredients in non-reactive pan. Bring to boil over med-high heat, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to med-low and simmer, uncovered, stirring frequently, for 45 mins, or until thickened. Prepare jars, lids and boiling water bath. Fill jars with hot mixture, leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Wipe rims with clean towel and attach lids securely. Place […]
Melon Salsa
Mix all the ingredients together in a small bowl and taste carefully for the balance of seasonings, adjusting as needed. Let the flavors mellow fo about hanl an hour before serving. This salsa canb e kept for a day but i is best served soon after it is made. Makes 2 cups.
Gingered Carrots
Recipe Summary: Preparation Time: 15 minutes Number of Servings: 4 Cups of Fruits and Vegetables Per Person: 0.50 Ingredients: 1 lb carrots, sliced 1 Tbsp margarine 5 tsp brown sugar 1/2 cup apple juice 2 Tbsp fresh ginger or 1/2 Tbsp dried ginger 1/4 tsp cumin 1 tsp white pepper 1/4 tsp salt Directions: Cook […]