Well I'm at Grandpa's house again. Sport and I thought we'd meet up with Aunt Julie and hang out at Grandpas. Little did we know, we were going to be driving through a blizzard. We did slide off the road into a ditch, for a short detour, but some very helpful gentlemens (get this, an Amish guy, 2 African Americans, and 1 Camo-wearing Redneck) helped tow us out. They were so friendly!
anyway, as you know, Grandpa is all about Food. he LOVES to eat. And so, here is one of the recipes from this trip;
Chocolate Zebra Clusters (from tasteofhome.com/healthycooking)
Ingredients:
2 cups (12 oz) semisweet chocolate chips
12 oz white candy coating divided(or white chocolate)
1 1/4 cups salted peanuts
1 1/4 cups crisp rice cereal
2 1/4 cups mini-marshmellows
1 tsp shortening
Directions:
1) Line 2 baking sheets with waxed paper; set aside. In a microwave, melt chips and 7oz of the white candy coating (or white chocolate) at 70% power; stir until smooth.
2) Stir in peanuts and cereal. Cool slightly; fold in marshmellows. Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheets.
3) In microwave, melt shortening and remaining candy coating (or white chocolate); stir until smooth. Transfer to a pastry or plastic bag; cut small hole in corner of bag. Drizzle over clusters (aka the Zebra stripes). Refrigerate for 5 mins or until set. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (1 each) equals 166 calories, 10g fat (5g saturated fat), trace cholesterol, 40 mg sodium, 20g carbs, 1g fiber, 2g protein
Abbie's notes: yeah I might not say this was "healthy cooking" but it sure as hell tastes pretty damn good.
Saturday, January 30, 2010
Friday, January 22, 2010
Did you write a book?
Do you blog alot?
Do people read it and enjoy it?
Well, now you can print your blog as a book.
go figure.
http://blogspot.sharedbook.com/blog2print/googleblogger/index.html
Do people read it and enjoy it?
Well, now you can print your blog as a book.
go figure.
http://blogspot.sharedbook.com/blog2print/googleblogger/index.html
Cold Asian Salad
Abbie's Cold Asian Salad
(measurements approximate, as I typically just season everything to taste. I tried to be as accurate as possible though). THIS CAN BE a GLUTEN FREE recipe.
Ingredients:
1/2 bag of Kroger's premade Asian Slaw (basically it's julienned carrots, red cabbage, and broccoli in a bag fresh)
1 box of gluten-free elbow noodles
2 chicken breasts
1/2 bottle of Asian Peanut Sauce (you can buy this premade, or make it yourself)
** I made my own with this recipe: **
2 large scoops of crunchy organic Peanut Butter
2 tbsp Tabasco Sauce or hot sauce (to taste, more if you like it spicier)
1/3 bottle of Trader Joe's Soyaki sauce (or see substitutions)
1 tbsp Ginger (spice powder)
Directions:
1) cook the noodles, drain, run them under cold water, drain (repeat if necessary, you want the noodles to be cool). Put noodles in big salad bowl.
2) boil the chicken, then chop, add chicken to the salad bowl.
3) Add the slaw mix to the salad bowl.
4) IF making your own sauce: In small saucepan, heat the Asian Peanut Sauce Ingredients until mixed and PB is not clumpy. the peanuts in the crunchy PB will float on top, that is okay. Put the Sauce mixture into a bottle or bowl and refridgerate to get it cold. Shake well before putting on the salad.
IF NOT making your own sauce, just be sure the sauce is refridgerated first.
5) Finally, pour Asian Peanut Sauce over the salad, mix well to coat all the ingredients.
Chill (if needed) and Serve. Serves 6 (or big portions for 4).
Substitutions:
1) Alternative to Trader Joe's Soyaki Sauce: You can substitute gluten-free soy sauce, water, garlic powder, and some sugar or sweetener to make your own gluten-free soyaki sauce)
2) Can use 2 cans of Canned Chicken (drain the excess water) instead of having to cook/chop the chicken breasts. It's faster.
3) Can use any noodle you want. I happened to have the elbow noodles in my cupboard at the time.
4) For the Asian Peanut Sauce - Can use grated ginger root instead of the spice powder, if you prefer.
5) Can add more peanuts if you prefer.
6) I think chopped water chestnut would also be tasty in this salad.
7) You can use canned Tuna instead of Chicken if you desire.
8) If you're trying to low-carb, then you can use spaghetti squash as the noodles instead of pasta.
(measurements approximate, as I typically just season everything to taste. I tried to be as accurate as possible though). THIS CAN BE a GLUTEN FREE recipe.
Ingredients:
1/2 bag of Kroger's premade Asian Slaw (basically it's julienned carrots, red cabbage, and broccoli in a bag fresh)
1 box of gluten-free elbow noodles
2 chicken breasts
1/2 bottle of Asian Peanut Sauce (you can buy this premade, or make it yourself)
** I made my own with this recipe: **
2 large scoops of crunchy organic Peanut Butter
2 tbsp Tabasco Sauce or hot sauce (to taste, more if you like it spicier)
1/3 bottle of Trader Joe's Soyaki sauce (or see substitutions)
1 tbsp Ginger (spice powder)
Directions:
1) cook the noodles, drain, run them under cold water, drain (repeat if necessary, you want the noodles to be cool). Put noodles in big salad bowl.
2) boil the chicken, then chop, add chicken to the salad bowl.
3) Add the slaw mix to the salad bowl.
4) IF making your own sauce: In small saucepan, heat the Asian Peanut Sauce Ingredients until mixed and PB is not clumpy. the peanuts in the crunchy PB will float on top, that is okay. Put the Sauce mixture into a bottle or bowl and refridgerate to get it cold. Shake well before putting on the salad.
IF NOT making your own sauce, just be sure the sauce is refridgerated first.
5) Finally, pour Asian Peanut Sauce over the salad, mix well to coat all the ingredients.
Chill (if needed) and Serve. Serves 6 (or big portions for 4).
Substitutions:
1) Alternative to Trader Joe's Soyaki Sauce: You can substitute gluten-free soy sauce, water, garlic powder, and some sugar or sweetener to make your own gluten-free soyaki sauce)
2) Can use 2 cans of Canned Chicken (drain the excess water) instead of having to cook/chop the chicken breasts. It's faster.
3) Can use any noodle you want. I happened to have the elbow noodles in my cupboard at the time.
4) For the Asian Peanut Sauce - Can use grated ginger root instead of the spice powder, if you prefer.
5) Can add more peanuts if you prefer.
6) I think chopped water chestnut would also be tasty in this salad.
7) You can use canned Tuna instead of Chicken if you desire.
8) If you're trying to low-carb, then you can use spaghetti squash as the noodles instead of pasta.
Sunday, January 10, 2010
Frugal Girlie
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Tuesday, January 05, 2010
It's the Little Things...
Recently, I've become starkly aware of how much I take for granted. I'm re-learning that it's the little things that really count.
Therefore, here are some of the little things I really love:
1) My husband - his ability to put up with me, listen to me, sit with me on the sofa watching Dexter as I grip his hand or leg in suspense, cuddle me in bed when I'm cold (even though I apparently have an icy-cold arse), eat whatever I cook for him, and still give me his honest advice and opinions.
2) My dog - he is so quiet and obedient. I often forget he is there, or ignore him more than I should. Since the seizure episode, I've been really listening, watching, and learning his queues. He DOES communicate with me. And mostly, it's all love. My dog truly loves us, and he shows it every day. We hang out a lot more now than we used to. We play more, and when he wants some companionship, I listen more. I want to continue this in 2010 and not take it for granted. Not all dog-owners are as lucky as we are.
3) Avocado/Spinach salad with Toasted Sesame Oil dressing. Try it. It's so simple, and oh so good.
4) Hot Water. Yes, I'm weird. I'm remembering my love of hot water and hot tea. This is also good, as it is warm, and keeps me off the vino. Not saying Vino's bad, but I really spent a lot on alcohol last year. Was it really worth all that? Let's get healthy in 2010.
4)Sweaters, t-shirts, and tops - oh my! I have tons of clothes, but in the past year (and hopefully this year) I'm gradually going through my things, and giving away the items I don't need, or have too much of. Giving to friends, family, or Goodwill. Reduce the clutter. The love it, saves us all money (me for storage, them from having to buy new clothes), and we all benefit.
5) The Wii. I had all but forgotten how much fun it can be. Fun because it lets you be active, laugh with your loved ones, and boy can it spark up a party. Try if it you don't believe me.
6) Reading a good book. I haven't done this in nearly a year. Been so busy. Only read magazines, blogs, and TV stuff last year. This year will be different. I hope.
7) to be continued...
Therefore, here are some of the little things I really love:
1) My husband - his ability to put up with me, listen to me, sit with me on the sofa watching Dexter as I grip his hand or leg in suspense, cuddle me in bed when I'm cold (even though I apparently have an icy-cold arse), eat whatever I cook for him, and still give me his honest advice and opinions.
2) My dog - he is so quiet and obedient. I often forget he is there, or ignore him more than I should. Since the seizure episode, I've been really listening, watching, and learning his queues. He DOES communicate with me. And mostly, it's all love. My dog truly loves us, and he shows it every day. We hang out a lot more now than we used to. We play more, and when he wants some companionship, I listen more. I want to continue this in 2010 and not take it for granted. Not all dog-owners are as lucky as we are.
3) Avocado/Spinach salad with Toasted Sesame Oil dressing. Try it. It's so simple, and oh so good.
4) Hot Water. Yes, I'm weird. I'm remembering my love of hot water and hot tea. This is also good, as it is warm, and keeps me off the vino. Not saying Vino's bad, but I really spent a lot on alcohol last year. Was it really worth all that? Let's get healthy in 2010.
4)Sweaters, t-shirts, and tops - oh my! I have tons of clothes, but in the past year (and hopefully this year) I'm gradually going through my things, and giving away the items I don't need, or have too much of. Giving to friends, family, or Goodwill. Reduce the clutter. The love it, saves us all money (me for storage, them from having to buy new clothes), and we all benefit.
5) The Wii. I had all but forgotten how much fun it can be. Fun because it lets you be active, laugh with your loved ones, and boy can it spark up a party. Try if it you don't believe me.
6) Reading a good book. I haven't done this in nearly a year. Been so busy. Only read magazines, blogs, and TV stuff last year. This year will be different. I hope.
7) to be continued...
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