tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29017117382689083842024-02-19T07:23:43.652-08:00Delicious Beans & Things<center>Our forever favorites, new inventions, and mystery concoctions. Go ahead...give 'em a try!</center>Diane Bohnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00649721277737051930noreply@blogger.comBlogger146125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2901711738268908384.post-45289849773663214152012-02-16T15:03:00.000-08:002012-02-27T10:39:21.786-08:00Avocado, Tomato and Mango Salsa1 mango - peeled, seeded and diced
1 avocado - peeled, pitted, and diced
4 medium tomatoes, diced
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/4 cup chopped red onion
3 tablespoons olive oil
In a medium bowl, combine the mango, avocado, tomatoes, jalapeno, cilantro, and garlic. Stir in the salt, lime alishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13773636344242579668noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2901711738268908384.post-44018771827340300072012-01-14T09:58:00.000-08:002012-01-14T09:58:10.289-08:00Peanut Butter BallsI haven't tried these yet, but Stephanie said they are so good!
1/2 cup walnuts
1/2 cup chopped pitted dates
1/2 cup almonds
1/2 cup pure maple syrup (Stephanie substituted honey)
1/4-1/2 cup Peanut butter or Almond Butter(depends on how much PB flavor you want, add more to taste)
1/2 cup finely shredded coconut(plus more for rolling)
3/4 cup oats
2-3 TB Carob Chips(or chocolate chips)
1 tsp. alishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13773636344242579668noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2901711738268908384.post-67348022648143298302012-01-14T09:14:00.000-08:002012-01-14T09:14:12.068-08:00Sugar Coated PecansIngredients
• 1 egg white
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1 pound pecan halves
• 1 cup white sugar
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Preheat oven to 250 degrees. Grease one baking sheet. In a mixing bowl, whip together the egg white and water until frothy. In a separate bowl, mix together sugar, salt, and cinnamon. Add pecans to egg whites, stir to coat the nuts evenly. Remove the nutsalishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13773636344242579668noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2901711738268908384.post-22062436370524020502011-12-05T17:57:00.000-08:002011-12-05T18:02:54.088-08:00Party Drink1 package raspberry koolaid1 large can pink lemonade2 Liter Spriteraspberries, optionallemon slices, optionalice, optionalMix koolaid with water according to package directions, and add pink lemonade concentrate. Add more water to taste until it isn't too bitter. Right before serving add Sprite and optional raspberries, lemon slices and ice.Yummy drink!(from Julie)alishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13773636344242579668noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2901711738268908384.post-3366874577062008412011-12-04T18:55:00.000-08:002011-12-04T19:00:13.970-08:00Foil-Pack Taco Chicken4 small boneless skinless chicken breast halves (1 lb.)4 tsp. Taco Seasoning Mix1/2 lb.red potatoes, thinly sliced (about 2 cups)3/4 cup Mexican Style 2% Milk Finely Shredded Four Cheese1/2 cup Thick 'N Chunky Salsa1/4 cup Reduced Fat or Light Sour CreamHEAT oven to 400°F.SPRINKLE chicken with seasoning mix. Place 1/2 cup potatoes on center of each of 4 large sheets of heavy-duty foil; top with alishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13773636344242579668noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2901711738268908384.post-59174395274443407192011-12-04T18:41:00.000-08:002011-12-04T18:53:10.520-08:00Adapted Lion House Roll Recipe (dinner/cinnamon rolls)2 Tbsp yeast2 C warm water1/3 C sugar1/3 C shortening, margarine or butter2 tsp salt2/3 C nonfat dry milk1 egg5-6 C flourAdditional ingredients:butter or margarine to spread on top of the rolls when they come out of the oven (rub a stick onto the rolls)Cinnamon Roll filling:1 stick softened butter1 C light brown sugar1 Tbsp cinnamon (Saigon Cinnamon)(mix the cinnamon and brown sugar together)alishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13773636344242579668noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2901711738268908384.post-36659229664257678962011-12-04T18:35:00.000-08:002011-12-04T18:40:54.039-08:00Slow Cooker Mexican Shredded Beef1 4lb chuck roast1 tsp salt1 tsp ground black pepper2 Tbsp olive oil1 lg onion, chopped2 4-oz cans diced green chiles1 tsp chili powderdash of chipotle chili powder1/4 C hot pepper sauce1 tsp garlic powderTrim the roast of any excess fat and season with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium-high head. Place meat in hot skillet and brown quickly on all sides. Transfer the alishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13773636344242579668noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2901711738268908384.post-77231010108408932392011-12-04T18:31:00.000-08:002011-12-04T18:35:42.467-08:00Frozen Virgin Margaritas2 Tbsp sugar (or salt?)1/2 lime, cut into 4 wedges1 can (6 oz) frozen limeade concentrate, thawed1/4 C orange juice4 C ice cubesPlace the sugar in a shallow dish. Rub the rim of each of 4 margarita glasses with a lime wedge and dip the rims into the sugar; set the lime wedges aside.In a blender, blend the limeade, orange juice, and ice cubes on high speed for 1-2 minutes, or until well blended alishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13773636344242579668noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2901711738268908384.post-17357064493660089982011-12-04T18:23:00.000-08:002011-12-04T18:31:15.048-08:00Mini S'mores PiesMakes 12 pies2 pkg Keebler Ready Crust Mini Graham Cracker Pie Crusts (12)4 Hershey's chocolate bars4 C mini marshmallows1 small (3.4 oz) pkg chocolate pudding (not instant)2 C milk (for the pudding)12 Tbsp marshmallow fluff4 Tbsp mini chocolate chips for garnish, optionalSpread 1 T marshmallow fluff in each of the mini crusts, gently so they don't break. Place 2 squares Hershey's chocolate on alishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13773636344242579668noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2901711738268908384.post-46777648776496751502011-12-04T18:16:00.000-08:002011-12-04T18:22:56.889-08:00Grilled Coconut Corn3/4 C unsweetened coconut milk2 Tbsp light brown sugar1 bay leaf1/4 tsp salt4 ears sweet corn, huskedCombine coconut milk, sugar, bay leaf and salt in small saucepan over medium heat. Let simmer gently until sugar dissolves, 3-5 minutes. Taste for sweetness, adding more sugar if necessary. Remove pan from heat and let mixture cool to room temperature.Preheat grill to high. When ready to cook, alishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13773636344242579668noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2901711738268908384.post-60475254411771928502011-12-04T18:09:00.001-08:002011-12-04T18:16:29.898-08:00Honey Lime Chicken Enchiladas1/3 C honey1/4 C lime juice1 Tbsp chili powder1/2 tsp garlic powder1 lb chicken, cooked and shredded8-10 flour tortillas1 lb Monterrey jack cheese, shredded2 10-oz cans green enchilada sauce1/2 C heavy creamPreheat oven to 350 degrees.Mix the honey (tip: spray measuring spoon with cooking spray before measuring honey), lime juice, chili powder and garlic together and toss with the shredded alishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13773636344242579668noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2901711738268908384.post-59369794421497889872011-12-04T18:04:00.000-08:002011-12-04T18:08:38.648-08:00Monster Munch1 pkg (1 lb) Almond Bark12 C popped corn (about 1/2 C kernels)1 C candy corn1 C dry roasted, salted peanuts1/2 C Reeces PiecesPop popcorn and place in large bowl (much larger than you think you will need). Pour peanuts, candy corn and Reeces Pieces on top. Take a large knife and break up almond bark, melt according to package directions until smooth and melted. Pour over popcorn and stir until alishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13773636344242579668noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2901711738268908384.post-74753753402130591682011-12-04T17:58:00.000-08:002011-12-04T18:04:12.536-08:00Garlic Croutons4 Tbsp butter1 clove garlic, minced3 3/4-inch thick slices French bread, cut into cubes*can also add 1 tsp oregano, 1 tsp Italian seasoning and 4 tsp fresh grated parmesan cheese.Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a large sauce pan melt butter over medium heat. Stir in garlic and optional spices/cheese; cook and stir for 1 minute. Add bread cubes and toss to coat. Spread on baking sheet and bake 15 alishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13773636344242579668noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2901711738268908384.post-46195523797943688652011-12-04T17:55:00.000-08:002011-12-04T18:04:49.354-08:00Grilled Caesar SaladCut a Romaine heart down the middle in half. Brush lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill face down 2-3 minutes. Watch carefully - you want the lettuce to barely wilt and have slight grill lines. Chop and toss with Marzetti's caesar dressing, garlic croutons and freshly grated parmesan.(Erica and Jenny Supper Club)alishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13773636344242579668noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2901711738268908384.post-52184978772286066032011-12-04T17:49:00.000-08:002011-12-04T17:55:08.852-08:00Tomato-Basil Sauce2 Tsp extra virgin olive oil, 2 turns of the pan2 cloves garlic, chopped1 medium onion, chopped1 28 oz can crushed tomatoes1 14 oz can diced tomatoes, drainedsalt and pepper20 leaves fresh basil, torn or shreddedHeat a medium pot on stove top over medium heat. Add olive oil, garlic and onion. Let onions and garlic slowly over 15 minutes stirring frequently, be careful not to brown the onions. alishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13773636344242579668noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2901711738268908384.post-73692458762151493022011-12-04T17:44:00.000-08:002011-12-04T17:48:38.593-08:00Bruschetta6 oz fresh grape tomatoes, quartered3 cloves minced garlic1/4 C olive oil2 1/2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar1/4 C fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped1/4 tsp kosher salt1/4 tsp fresh ground black pepper1 French baguette8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, thinly slicedPreheat the oven on the broiler setting. In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, basil, salt and pepper. Allow the alishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13773636344242579668noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2901711738268908384.post-38021347796862318272011-12-04T17:39:00.000-08:002011-12-04T17:49:00.701-08:00Four-Cheese Sauce2 C heavy whipping cream1/2 C butter2 C shredded Italian cheeseOR 1/2 C each fresh grated parmesan, mozzarella, provolone and romano cheeses.In medium saucepan combine whipping cream and butter. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently until butter melts. Gradually stir in cheese. Reduce heat to low and continue to stir until cheese is melted. Serve immediately - sauce will thickenalishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13773636344242579668noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2901711738268908384.post-39657753940321382472011-12-04T17:34:00.000-08:002011-12-04T17:49:28.896-08:00Stuffed MushroomsI'm not a fan of mushrooms, but the "stuffing" is delish.1 8 oz cream cheese, softened1 pkg or roll Jimmy Dean sausage20-25 washed mushrooms, stems removed1/2 tsp garlic salt (optional)shredded parmesan cheeseCook and drain sausage. Mix sausage, cream cheese and garlic salt. Stuff mushrooms with sausage mixture and broil until golden and juices are coming out (approx 18-20 minutes).(Erica and alishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13773636344242579668noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2901711738268908384.post-35990707557387712902011-11-15T07:49:00.000-08:002011-11-15T07:51:47.339-08:00Loaded Baked Potato SoupMade this recipe last night and it was really good. This makes a huge batch - I'm not sure it would have all fit in my old crockpot that was smaller than my new one. Next time I will half the recipe and easily feed my family of 4 with leftovers.6 large baking potatoes, peeled, cut in 1/2 -inch cubes1 large onion, chopped1 quart chicken broth3 garlic cloves, minced (or pressed)1/4 cup butter2 1/2 alishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13773636344242579668noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2901711738268908384.post-87495438523480657692011-09-19T07:13:00.000-07:002011-09-19T07:13:13.663-07:00Navajo Fry BreadWe like to make our own Navajo Tacos. Yum! and finally found an AWESOME recipe for the fry bread. This one has a lot of flavor and just tastes yummy.
The recipe is found here: http://whatscookingamerica.net/History/NavajoFryBread.htm
She also includes an interesting history about it, so check it out! :)
Here's the recipe:
Navajo Fry Bread Recipe - Indian Fry Bread Recipe
Diane Bohnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00649721277737051930noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2901711738268908384.post-64142248888628824222011-09-07T14:10:00.000-07:002011-09-07T14:10:08.513-07:00Syd's Bread
This is Syd's white bread recipe. It is SO good! :)
Mix all dry ingredients:
3 lbs flour (~7 cups+) (can do half white flour/half wheat flour)
3/4 c sugar
4 Tbs instant yeast (she likes Saf)
3/4 c powdered milk (or use some wet milk in place of some of the water)
2 Tbs salt
2 Tbs dough enhancer
2 Tbs vital wheat gluten
Add wet ingredients:
1/4 c shortening
1/4 c honey (or up sugar to +1/4 c.Diane Bohnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00649721277737051930noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2901711738268908384.post-84188127957445739132011-09-07T14:00:00.000-07:002011-09-07T14:00:57.144-07:00Carmel PopcornThis is Nicki's recipe that we made when she was here visiting. :)
3 quarts popcorn
BOIL FOR 1 MIN:
1 stick butter
1 c brown sugar
1/4 c Karo syrup
1/2 tsp salt
ADD:
1/2 tsp vanilla
1/4 tsp baking soda
Then pour over the popcorn while stirring and enjoy! This is so yummy! and was super fast and easy to make. I don't think we had quite 3 quarts of popcorn, but it made for extra gooey goodnessDiane Bohnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00649721277737051930noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2901711738268908384.post-6227974317867406882011-09-01T11:11:00.000-07:002011-09-01T11:26:54.942-07:00Cilantro Lime Dressingfrom Jamie Cooks it Up!
Yield: 3-4 cups
1 package Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing mix
1 C Best Foods Mayonnaise (I use Light, on occasion)
1 C milk
2 tomatillos
1/2 bunch cilantro
1 clove garlic
1 lime, juiced
pinch red pepper flakes
1 T sugar
(A tomatillo is a green tomato-look-a-like and can be purchased at any grocery store. They are usually in the refrigerated produce section up on the top alishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13773636344242579668noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2901711738268908384.post-63052438186844426212011-09-01T11:10:00.000-07:002011-09-01T11:26:09.504-07:00Cilantro Lime RiceRecipe from Jamie Cooks it Up!
Yield: about 4 C cooked rice
Time: 45 minutes start to finish
2 C uncooked rice
1 T butter
2 cloves garlic minced
4 chicken bullion cubes
1 t lime zest
4 C water
2 T lime juice
1 T sugar
3 T fresh cilantro, chopped
1. In a large skillet combine rice, butter, garlic, lime zest, bullion cubes, and water. Bring to a boil and stir well.
2. Reduce heat to low. Cover alishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13773636344242579668noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2901711738268908384.post-9000121326610075412011-09-01T11:07:00.000-07:002011-09-01T11:25:00.574-07:00Sweet Cafe Rio PorkSooo good - from Jamie Cooks it Up! Serve with Cilantro Lime Rice and Cilantro Lime Dressing. You won't be disappointed!
Time: 5-8 hours slow cooking
Yield: 8 servings
1 3 lb pork loin roast (be sure the roast is completely thawed)
1 16 oz jar salsa (2 C salsa)
1 can green chilies
½ C brown sugar
1 can black beans, undrained
Tortillas
Cheese
Lettuce
Tomato
Onions
Guacamole
Sour Cream
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