Feast Extras

Thursday, July 29, 2010

New twist on old favorite

This quick and easy Mac and Cheese uses cous cous instead of the traditional pasta. MAC AND CHEESE 2 cups Israeli cous cous 2 cups heavy cream ½ cup fontina cheese ¼ cup mascarpone cheese Salt and black pepper, to …

Wednesday, July 28, 2010

A low-calorie quiche offers a light summer meal

Want a light dinner or something to serve for brunch with friends? Try this quiche that’s low on calories and high on taste. LOW-CAL ZUCCHINI QUICHE 3 medium zucchini, peeled 1 teaspoon salt ½ pound cheese ½ onion 3 eggs …

Tuesday, July 27, 2010

A quick and easy lasagna

No time to cook? Try a lasagna in the slow cooker! SLOW COOKER LASAGNA Serves: 6. 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 pound ground beef or turkey 1 medium onion, diced 1 large garlic clove, crushed 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes …

Monday, July 26, 2010

Stay cool with summer melons

This light salad keeps the oven off on hot summer nights. SUMMER MELON SALAD WITH PROSCIUTTO Serves: 10. 1 pound cantaloupe, scooped into balls or cut into slices 1 pound honeydew, scooped into balls or cut into slices 10 ounces …

Tuesday, July 20, 2010

Avocado, bacon and tomato make a great salad

Here’s a fresh take on a beat-the-heat salad. CALIFORNIA AVOCADO, BACON AND TOMATO SALAD Serves: 4. 8 slices bacon, cut into 1-inch dice 2 tablespoons large capers, thoroughly drained and patted dry 4 thin slices red onion 12 cups assorted …

Monday, July 19, 2010

Avocado makes a tasty frittata

Then the heat hits, try this light frittata. CALIFORNIA AVOCADO PIQUILLO PEPPER FRITTATA Serves: 4 1 ripe, fresh California avocado, seeded, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice ½ cup jarred roasted piquillo peppers, cut into 1/4-inch strips 1 clove garlic, …

Thursday, July 15, 2010

TGIF! Have a drink

It’s Friday, so relax with a sweet and sour drink. JIM BEAM BLACK SERIOUS SOUR Serves: 1. 1½ ounces Jim Beam Black 1 tablespoon apricot preserves 2 ounces fresh lemon sour Combine ingredients in three-piece shaker and shake vigorously to …

Thursday, July 15, 2010

Spice up chicken salad

Accidental or not, we love chicken salad in the summer, and this one has a bit of a kick. ACCIDENTAL CHICKEN SALAD Serves: 4 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 teaspoons …

Wednesday, January 20, 2010

Make it a little better

It’s easy to jazz up something already made. Try out this recipe from Mrs. T’s: YOUR FREEZER’S FAVORITE STIR FRY 1 pound flank steak, thawed 1 (16-ounce) box frozen Mrs. …

Wednesday, December 9, 2009

Hot sauce to warm up

With the first snowstorm of the season upon us, we’re now looking for ways to warm up! Try out this recipe from Tabasco: SPICY SPINACH QUICHETTES Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 cups …

Monday, January 18, 2010

A different kind of lasagna

Lasagna is a great food to experiment with. Try out this version from Campbell’s: BEEF & MUSHROOM LASAGNA Prep: 25 min. Bake: 30 min. …

Tuesday, December 8, 2009

A pretty Christmas dessert

Looking to impress family this Christmas? Try out this cake recipe from Nestle. KRIS KRINGLE BÛCHE DE NOËL Makes 10 servings FOR THE CAKE: Powdered sugar 5 large eggs, separated 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar 2/3 cup granulated sugar, divided …

Monday, January 18, 2010

Super salsa

Who doesn’t love salsa? Make it even better with this recipe from Organicville: ORGANICVILLE SALSA DIP 1 cup plain Greek yogurt 3 Tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro 1 jar Organicville Medium salsa 1 Tsp. balsamic vinegar Mix ingredients together in a …

Friday, December 4, 2009

Friday happy hour

Here’s the perfect drink for this time of year, courtesy of Tullamore Dew. TULLAMORE TODDY 1 cup brown sugar 1 cup water 3 pieces Cardamon 2 pieces Anise 1 tablespoon Allspice 1 very small Vanilla Stick (or half a large …

Friday, January 15, 2010

Friday happy hour!

What a long week! Check out this drink recipe from Tullamore: TULLAMORE TODDY 1 cup brown sugar 1 cup water 3 pieces cardamon 2 pieces anise 1 tablespoon allspice 1 very small vanilla stick (or half a large one) Heat …

Thursday, December 3, 2009

Warm pumpkin shortbread

Who doesn’t love pumpkin this time of year? Serve this shortbread warm with ice cream, Nestle suggests. AUTUMN-SPICED PUMPKIN SHORTBREAD Makes 12 servings Nonstick cooking spray 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup cornstarch 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice …

Thursday, January 14, 2010

Keeping up with a classic

Who doesn’t love a good casserole? Try out this version from Campbell’s: CAMPBELL’S GREEN BEAN CASSEROLE Prep: 10 minutes Bake: 30 minutes Makes: 12 servings 2 cans (10 3/4 ounces each) Campbell’s® Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup (Regular, 98% Fat …

Wednesday, December 2, 2009

Stay stuffed during the holidays

Stuffed mushrooms are a hit at holiday parties, and they’ll be gone before you know it. Try out this recipe that comes to us from French’s. HOLIDAY STUFFED MUSHROOMS Tip: Prepare these mushrooms ahead of time. Bring as a gift …

Wednesday, January 13, 2010

Keep warm with this chili

Chili is perfect for this time of year. Check out this recipe from Organicville: SWEET AND SPICY LENTIL CHILI Servings: 12 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced …

Friday, September 4, 2009

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