Do you observe Lent? Are you tired of the same old stuff for lunch and dinner? If you can answer "yes" to either of those questions, here's a great pre-Easter meal that's refreshing and different. It's called, simply, shrimp and avocado salad. You can eat it by itself or between two pieces of bread, and it's good for either lunch or dinner. Here's a version of the meal as seen on Allrecipes.com. Ingredients: 1 cup, cooked shrimp (Cut as small as you see fit.) 2 tablespoons, chopped chives 1/3 cup, mayonnaise (could even go with a spicy mayo) 1 tablespoon, Worcestershire sauce 2 tablespoons, …
St. Patrick's Day is coming up on Sunday, March 17. As you dye your beer green and grill up your corned beef, make something special for the kids, too! I recently tried out this "Leprechaun Candy" recipe after seeing it on Good Morning America. It's supposed to be a healthier version of Sour Patch Kids. My husband was my guinea pig and ... the experiment was a delicious success! Go ahead and try it. Let me know what you think in the comments below. Leprechaun CandyCourtesy of Sweet Treats & More Bunch of green grapes1 package lime Jello Wash your grapes, but keep them a little wet so the …
Who doesn’t love making a great soup? We spent the past week buying fresh ingredients and stewing up a tasty potato cheese soup using this reciple from AllRecipes.com. It’s easy to make and tastes great. And with a little improvising, you can put your own personal stamp on this great recipe! 6 potatoes - peeled and cubed 1 carrot, chopped 3 stalks celery, chopped 1 onion, chopped Parsley 1/2 cup margarine 4 cups milk 2 cups chicken broth 8 ounces shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1/2 cup milk In a large pot, combine the potatoes and carrot with water to cover and boil on high heat for about 15 …
With Lent upon us, I thought of all the people out there like me who can't stand a tuna fish salad sandwich but want to pack something seafoody for lunch. Then I immediately remembered a refreshing shrimp salad sandwich I had while beaching it up on vacation. That shrimp salad sandwich was delectable, so I took to the Internet to try to find a recipe that emulated the dish. There are all kinds of fancy recipes out there (Paula Deen's had eggs, for example), but in this case, I think the simpler the better. So here's a recipe I found on Cooks.com. Deliciousness! Here's what you need: 3 tbsp. …
For the past few months, I've been following a low-acid diet to help curb some wicked heartburn issues—which means cutting out tomatoes and citrus fruits, greasy, high-fat foods, and anything with caffeine. That's tough. If you're dealing with those issues, too, you know it can be really hard to find great-tasting foods—especially snacks—that don't set off your symptoms. I've been altering recipes and experimenting with my own a lot lately so I can snack safely. Here's a "salsa" recipe I've been playing around with, and this mix is always changing. Feel free to replace what you don't like and…
I love chicken tenders, but I don't like to eat greasy food too often. I was happy when I found this recipe, and it's now one of my favorites! Ingredients: 2 cups of French fried onions 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour 1 pack of chicken tenderloins (season with salt beforehand) 1 egg, beaten What to do: 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. 2. Put the fried onions and flour in a plastic bag. Crush them until they are mixed well. Pour into a plate. 3. Dip tenderloins into egg and then coat with onion/flour mixture. 4. Place chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes or until the center no longer is …
I like to eat. So, one night, when my wife—yes, Mrs. B-W Patch—cooked up some whole wheat pasta with chicken, spinach and feta, I thought, "What else could we put in this?!" A quick raid of the pantry and freezer that night turned a good meal into a great one, and ever since, the Mrs. and I have added things to what is now known as, simply, "super pasta." OK, so I'm the only one who calls it that. Enjoy! Ingredients: Whole wheat pasta (any kind that you'd like) Chicken breast Spinach leaves Feta Mushroom pieces Artichoke hearts Frozen peas Sun-dried tomatoes Pine nuts Instructions: Cut the …
Have you ever received Amish friendship bread? You make your bread, give your friends a sample and the starter that made it. Then your friends can make a loaf for themselves and pass it along to their friends. It's a fun tradition and the bread tastes great, but let's be honest, who has 10 days to make bread? Here's a major shortcut. Just mix and bake. Here's the recipe for one loaf. Double it if you would like to make a loaf for a friend. The Amazing Amish Cinnamon Bread AlternativeCourtesy of Redfly Creations 1 stick butter1 cup sugar1 egg (I used 1 tablespoon of vinegar because I didn't …
With unseasonably warm weather moving into western Pennsylvania this weekend, break out the grill and try this healthy and tasty salmon recipe. This grilled salmon recipe I found on AllRecipes.com offers a soy sauce and brown sugar marinade that will have your mouth watering. First, season the salmon fillets with lemon pepper, garlic powder and salt. Then, in a small bowl, stir together soy sauce, brown sugar, water and vegetable oil until sugar is dissolved. Place the fish into a large Ziploc plastic bag with the soy sauce mixture, seal, and turn to coat. Refrigerate for at least two hours…
Yes, our beloved Steelers are not in the playoffs this year (stop for a minute to wipe away a tear), but there is still plenty of football left. If you're like me, and your Sundays still mean football games and guests, then this easy dip recipe might be just what you need to please the crowd without missing kickoff. It comes courtesy of myrecipes.com. Here's what you need: 1 (2.1-oz.) package of fully-cooked bacon slices 1 (16-oz.) container sour cream 2 cups (8 oz.) shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1/3 cup sliced fresh chives 2 teaspoons hot sauce (take your pick) Garnishes: cooked, crumbled …
What would New Year's Eve be without all the fun food and drinks? Here are a few recipes for drinks to enjoy on New Year's Eve. And remember, if you choose an alcoholic drink, we at Patch want you to designate a driver and enjoy it responsibly! With Alcohol Editor's note: Last year, Clique Vodka provided Patch readers with holiday cocktail recipes. Here's a recipe they shared on KDKA's Pittsburgh Today Live: Spiced Cosmo 2 oz Clique Vodka ¼ oz Triple Sec ¼ oz fresh lime juice ¼ oz cranberry juice ¼ oz Chai tea syrup* Shake all ingredients over ice in a cocktail shaker, and strain into …
Growing up in Miami, my family's biggest Christmas celebration always was on Christmas Eve—or"Noche Buena." In the Cuban culture, families get together on Christmas Eve for a massive pig roast with many, many side dishes. Ever since I moved to Pittsburgh almost 10 years ago, Christmas meals have been more traditional—turkey, ham, mashed potatoes—given that it's too cold to sit outside and cook a whole pig and it's just not that common around here. On New Years, however, my family tends to eat some sort of pork-based meal, and I wanted to share one of my favorite recipes with you. It's …
Looking for a sweet treat to make for the holidays? Go for the classic peanut brittle. It's the perfect combination of salty and sweet. If you're anything like me, you won't be able to stop eating it once you start. Here's a no-fail recipe for you to try out this week called "Mom's Best Peanut Brittle." The recipe makes one pound. 1 cup white sugar 1/2 cup light corn syrup 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup water 1 cup peanuts 2 tablespoons butter, softened 1 teaspoon baking soda Directions Grease a large cookie sheet. Set aside. In a heavy 2-quart saucepan, over medium heat, bring to a boil sugar, …
The weather is starting to turn chilly (a few week later than usual) so it’s the perfect time to make a great soup for the family. This delicious ham and potato soup is easy to make and tasty. First, combine the potatoes, celery, onion, ham and water in a pot and bring to a boil. Then cook over medium heat until potatoes are tender, which should take about 10 or 15 minutes. Then stir in the chicken bouillon, salt and pepper. In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat and whisk in flour with a fork, and cook, stirring constantly until thick for about 1 minute. Slowly stir in milk…
When it starts getting chilly outside, I start craving comfort food, and homemade macaroni and cheese is one of my favorites. This recipe from AllRecipes.com is the closest I've found to the way my mom makes it—I don't think my mom and I ever wrote down the one we make, so this will have to do! Here's what you need: 8 ounces uncooked elbow macaroni 2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 3 cups milk 1/4 cup butter 2 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons butter 1/2 cup bread crumbs 1 pinch paprika Here's what you do: Cook macaroni according to the package …
I am known for my delicious apple pies in my family, so that's what I am going to be making for Thanksgiving this year! I've been trying to reduce the amount of sugar in my desserts for a while, and I decided to try it out with my apple pie a few weeks ago. I substituted sugar for Splenda, and it's was still really tasty. I couldn't tell the difference, and neither could my mom or sister. I first learned how to make apple pie in my high school foods class, and I've been tweaking it ever since. I hope you enjoy this recipe! Ingredients:For crust (or you can also buy unbaked pie shells)2/3 cup …
Thanksgiving is less than two weeks away and preparations are under way. Are you looking for a rich, decadent dessert to serve alongside your turkey? Maybe something different, but still following the holiday theme? I'll tell you a secret—try making this pumpkin cheesecake. It was a major success when I brought it to my Thanksgiving celebration last year. And as ABC news reported, pumpkin anything is popular this year. I got my recipe from Paula Deen, because we don't care about calories on Thanksgiving, right?! Pumpkin Cheesecake Crust: 1 3/4 cups graham cracker crumbs 3 tablespoons light …
Now that we’ve made it through Hurricane Sandy and the sun is finally shining, I thought this would be the perfect weekend to cook out one last time before putting the grill away for the winter. This recipe offers grilled chicken with a savory marinade combining fresh lime juice and chipotle chile. So pull out the grill one last time and give this Fusion Grilled Chicken a shot! Start by pounding the chicken to 1/4-inch thickness. In a shallow dish, whisk oil, tequila, lime juice, hot sauce, Worcestershire, ginger, chile, and salt. Reserve 1/3 cup of this marinade, then put the chicken in dish…
Looking for last-minute Halloween recipe ideas? Because we just ran across one that sounds delicious and, a little bit more nutritious than the usual party snacks. The National Peanut Board’s ‘goblin gruel’ takes a more nutritional take with 8 grams of protein and 7 grams of fiber. Interested? Here's what you need to know: Goblin Gruel (Developed by C&J Nutrition on behalf of National Peanut Board) What You Need: Cooking spray 1 apple, diced 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, divided 2 cups old fashioned oats 3 3/4 cups water 1 banana, mashed 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter Honey, brown sugar…
I was looking for Halloween cookie recipes online when I came across this one, submitted to TasteOfHome.com by Denise Smith of Wyoming. It's so simple, and could be easily modified to meet your tastes. It also could be a quick solution for the mom who has to come up with dozens of treats for a Halloween party! Here's what you need: 1 pound white candy coating, coarsely chopped. 1 package (1 pound) Nutter Butter peanut butter cookies. Miniature semisweet chocolate chips. Now I don't know about you, but peanut allergies run in my family. Instead of Nutter Butters, I might use Milano cookies, or…
