Catfish Nuggets w/ Southwest Style Hash Browns and Cut Green Beans

Dinner Tonight: Catfish Nuggets w/ Southwest Style Hash Browns and Cut Green Beans






I just had a cup of the Bigelow Decaf Green Tea for Breakfast. Partly Cloudy, humid, and 89 degrees out today. Right after my Tea I headed out to Walmart. I needed printing ink, Bigelow Tea, and a few other items. Next it was off to Meijer for the rest of the Grocery Shopping. Stopped by McDonald's and picked up Breakfast for Mom. Later in the day I went to the hospital and seen a friend of mine that I used to work with. He was in a pretty bad car wreck, but doing ok. For Dinner tonight I prepared Catfish Nuggets w/ Southwest Style Hash Browns and Cut Green Beans.



Picked up the Catfish Nuggets at Meijer earlier in the day. To prepare them I rinsed the Catfish

Nuggets off in cold water and patted dry with a paper towel. Seasoned them with Sea Salt. Then put them in a Hefty Plastic Storage Bag and added Zatarain’s Crispy Southern Fish Fri Breading Mix, shook the bag until all the Nuggets were coated. Then pan fried them in a medium size skillet in Extra Light Olive Oil. Fried each side about 3 1/2 minutes, until a golden brown. The Zatarain’s Crispy Southern Fish Fri is perfect for the Catfish, great flavor and the Nuggets were good size and meaty. You can bake Catfish but for me you just can’t beat frying Catfish.



For one side I prepared some Simply Potatoes Southwest Style Hash Browns. I had tried all the
Simply Potatoes Products but these and found some at Meijer today and they sounded perfect with the Catfish. I prepared them as I do all the Hash Brown Products. Fried them in Extra Light Olive Oil and seasoned them with Sea Salt and Ground Pepper. Great seasoning on the Hash Browns (Onion, Green and Red Bell Peppers, Garlic, Tomato, Jalapeno Peppers). Just love Potatoes with Fish.





I also heated up a can of Del Monte Low Sodium Cut Green Beans. I also baked a Loaf of the
RiverRoad Bake House Garlic Oval Loaf Bread. Then for Dessert/Snack later a bowl of Skinny Pop – Pop Corn and a Coke Zero to drink.












Simply Potatoes Southwest Style Hash Browns

Simply Potatoes Southwest Style Hash Browns start with fresh, never frozen potatoes. The bold southwest flavors of onion, green and red peppers, jalapeños, and spices deliver just the right amount of heat to wake up your taste buds.
* Fresh, never frozen, potatoes
* Prepared for you to save time and energy
* Seasoned with onion, red and green peppers, jalapeños, and southwest spices







Catfish
The most commonly eaten species in the United States are the channel catfish and the blue catfish,

both of which are common in the wild and increasingly widely farmed. Farm-raised catfish became such a staple of the diet of the United States that on 25 June 1987, President Ronald Reagan established National Catfish Day to recognize “the value of farm-raised catfish.”

Catfish is eaten in a variety of ways. In Europe it is often cooked in similar ways to carp, but in the United States it is popularly crumbled with cornmeal and fried.… Wikipedia

Nutrition Facts
Catfish, breaded and fried
Amount Per 1 fillet (87 g)
Calories 199
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 12 g 18%
Saturated fat 2.9 g 14%
Polyunsaturated fat 2.9 g
Monounsaturated fat 4.9 g
Cholesterol 62 mg 20%
Sodium 244 mg 10%
Potassium 296 mg 8%
Total Carbohydrate 7 g 2%
Dietary fiber 0.6 g 2%
Protein 16 g 32%

Jennie - O Turkey Recipe of the Week - Brussel Sprout, Turkey Sausage and Potato Hash

This week's Jennie - O Turkey Recipeof the Week - Brussel Sprout, Turkey Sausage and Potato Hash. Made using a package of JENNIE-O® All Natural* Turkey Sausage along with Brussels Sprouts and Yukon Gold Potatoes. Perfect dish for Brunch or Dinner. You can find this recipe along with all the other delicious and healthy Jennie - O Recipes at the Jennie - O Turkey website. Enjoy and Make the SWITCH in 2018!  https://www.jennieo.com/


Brussel Sprout, Turkey Sausage and Potato Hash
Think hash is too hard? Think again. This recipe features turkey sausage, Brussels sprouts and perfectly crispy potatoes. Full of flavor and your favorite veggies, this will soon become your most requested weekend dish. Bring on brunch!

INGREDIENTS

1 (1-pound) package JENNIE-O® All Natural* Turkey Sausage
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound Yukon gold potato, cubed
1 small onion, chopped
1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and thinly sliced
½ red bell pepper, chopped
½ cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
chopped green onion, if desired

DIRECTIONS
1) Cook turkey sausage as specified on the package. Always cook to well-done, 165°F as measured by a meat thermometer.
2) Add oil and potatoes and cook 5 minutes. Stir in onion and cook 5 minutes. Add sprouts, bell pepper, chicken broth, salt and pepper and cook 3 minutes or until bell pepper is tender. Garnish with chopped green onion, if desired.
* Always cook to an internal temperature of 165°F.

RECIPE NUTRITION INFORMATION
PER SERVING

Calories 220
Protein 19g
Carbohydrates 21g
Fiber 4g
Sugars 3g
Fat 7g
Cholesterol 60mg
Sodium 930mg
Saturated Fat 1.5g
https://www.jennieo.com/recipes/1127-brussel-sprout-turkey-sausage-and-potato-hash

Spicy Orange Teriyaki Turkey Tenderloin

From the Jennie - O Turkey website, I'm passing along a recipe for a Spicy Orange Teriyaki Turkey Tenderloin. This one is made using a package of JENNIE-O® Spicy Orange Teriyaki Turkey Breast Tenderloins along with Orange Peel, Green Onion, Red Bell Pepper, Jalapeno Pepper, and Quinoa. You can find this recipe at the Jennie - O Turkey website. So Enjoy and Make the SWITCH in 2018!  https://www.jennieo.com/

Spicy Orange Teriyaki Turkey Tenderloin
Tanginess and heat join forces in this turkey teriyaki bowl surging with flavor, coursing with citrus, and peppered with peppers! They come pre-marinated to simplify your prep time. Get out your chopsticks and enjoy!

INGREDIENTS

1 (24-ounce) package JENNIE-O® Spicy Orange Teriyaki Turkey Breast Tenderloins
3 oranges, peel and pith removed, and coarsely chopped
2 limes, peel and pith removed, and coarsely chopped
½ cup chopped green onion
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 jalapeño, seeded and thinly sliced
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon sugar
2 cups cooked quinoa

DIRECTIONS
1) Cook tenderloin as specified on the package. Always cook to well-done, 165°F as measured by a meat thermometer.
2) In medium bowl, combine, oranges, limes, green onion, bell pepper, jalapeño, cilantro, olive oil, salt and sugar.
3) Slice tenderloin and serve over quinoa with orange mixture.
* Always cook to an internal temperature of 165°F.

RECIPE NUTRITION INFORMATION
PER SERVING

Calories 230
Protein 25g
Carbohydrates 27g
Fiber 4g
Sugars 9g
Fat 30
Cholesterol 40mg
Sodium 870mg
Saturated Fat 0g
https://www.jennieo.com/recipes/1225-spicy-orange-teriyaki-turkey-tenderloin

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

Increase your Omega-3........


Select oils that provide omega-3 fatty acids, such as canola or flax seed oil. Also add walnuts to cereal, salads or muffins. Try walnut oil in salad dressings, too.

Leftovers: Chicken and Dumplings and Cornbread!

Dinner Tonight: Leftovers - Chicken and Dumplings and Cornbread





To start my morning off I Scrambled some Egg Beater's Egg Whites, heated up a couple of Johnsonville Turkey Breakfast Sausage Links, toasted a slice of Aunt Millie's Light Whole Grain

Bread, and had a cup of Bigelow Decaf Green Tea. I really enjoy the Egg Beater's Egg Whites, they Scramble up perfect and are only 25 calories per serving (1 serving is 1/4 cup which is equal to 1 Egg) Outside had a couple of showers with a high of 83 degrees, and humid. Before the showers moved in later in the day I raked the front and side yard. Lot of leaves already. Then got the leaf blower and cleaned off the deck and driveway areas. That was about my day today. For Dinner tonight Leftovers!


No way could I let these Chicken and Dumpling leftovers go to waste! I know the carbs and calories are bit higher than I like but just had to have them one more time! I had a light Breakfast and just a 1/2 an Apple for Lunch to even up everything a bit. I've left the original post from last night below for recipe directions.



My Mom is making her Chicken and Dumplings for Dinner Tonight! She used Bisquick Heart Smart Mix for the Dumplings and Amish Chicken Breasts for the Chicken. She first made the Dumplings using a recipe found on Bisquick Boxes. Made those and set them aside until ready to use.









For the Chicken. She boiled the Skinles Chicken Breasts in a pot until they were done adding more water to them twice. After the Chicken was cooked she removed them from the pot and roughly shredded it. Returned it to the pot of Broth or Stew and added the Dumplings, reducing the heat. Cooked the two together uncovered for 10 minutes and then another 12 minutes covered until they were done.







As I said these Dumplings just melt in your mouth! Just incredible flavor with the Chicken being moist and adding it's flavor. I can't have these often, having Diabetes 2, but once in a while is fine!











As the Chicken and Dumplings were cooking I made the Cornbread. I made a small Cast iron Skillet

of Cornbread. As always I used Martha White Corn Meal Mix, something I think I could eat every meal. I like a nice fresh and hot slice with Butter on it. When I make this I just make it by the instructions on the package but I only use half the ingredients because I use a small cast iron skillet to make it. I use Egg Beaters and Extra Virgin Oil instead of Eggs and Vegetable Oil the recipe calls for. Bake at 450 degrees for about 25 minutes and you have some golden brown piping hot Cornbread! If you use a small cast iron skillet just cut the recipe in half and it comes out just right for the skillet size. What a dinner tonight!








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Betty Crocker Bisquick Low Fat Pancake & Baking Mix Heart Smart 40.0 oz Box. Diets low in

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* Quick and easy breakfast; just add water and pour onto griddle
* Easy to personalize with fruits, nuts or chocolate chips
* Stock up your pantry with an easy and delicious breakfast option for everyone
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It's Nuts I tell you.....PERFECT VISION MIX

This week from the nuts.com website (https://nuts.com/) its PERFECT VISION MIX. A Mix that's designed to help your vision! With ingredients like; Raw sunflower seeds, flax seeds, raw almonds, simply carrots, whole dried cranberries and more! This is just one of the healthy and delicious Mixes that you can choose from at the Nuts site (https://nuts.com/). Beside all the Mix choices you can also choose from items like; NUTS, DRIED FRUIT, CHOCOLATES and SWEETS, SNACKS, COFFEE and TEA, COOKING and BAKING, GIFTS. Plus there's FREE shipping on orders over $59, see for details. So be sure to check the site out soon! Now here's more on the PERFECT VISION MIX. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2018!



PERFECT VISION MIX

Having trouble reading this description? Then this is the mix for you, with ingredient designed to help your vision. Includes: Simply Carrots, Raw Sunflower Seeds, Flax Seeds, Raw Almonds, Dried Blueberries, Whole Dried Cranberries, Raw Cashews, and Raw Brazil Nuts.

Ingredients
Raw sunflower seeds, flax seeds, raw almonds, simply carrots, whole dried cranberries (sugar, sunflower oil), dried blueberries (sugar, sunflower oil) raw cashews, raw brazil nuts. Packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, and milk products.

Nutrition Facts
Serving size 40g (~1.4 oz.)

Amount per serving
Calories 202
Calories from Fat 121

%DV
Total Fat 14g 21%
Saturated Fat 2g 17%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 8mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 16g 7%
Dietary Fiber 4g 16%
Sugars 9g
Protein 5g
Vitamin A 54%
Vitamin C 2%
Calcium 5%
Iron 8%
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Our Readers’ Top Summer Recipes

From the EatingWell website and Magazine its - Our Readers’ Top Summer Recipes. Delicious and Healthy recipes like; Country Potato Salad, Barbecue Pulled Chicken, and Roasted Corn, Black Bean and Mango Salad. Find these recipes and much more all the EatingWell website. So Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2018!  http://www.eatingwell.com/

Our Readers’ Top Summer Recipes

Creamy potato salad, easy deviled eggs and flavorful BBQ chicken are among our readers' top picks for healthy summer recipes. Our easy summer recipes, including zucchini recipes, tomato recipes, fruit cobbler recipes, grilled chicken recipes and more potluck recipes and picnic recipes, are perfect for a summer cookout. Try our Country Potato Salad for a crowd-pleasing potluck side dish or our Baked Parmesan Tomatoes for a simple, quick and satisfying tomato recipe.


Country Potato Salad
This updated picnic potato salad gets subtle flavor from smoked ham. If you can find them, small, thin-skinned early potatoes are best in this salad..............


Barbecue Pulled Chicken
This BBQ pulled chicken recipe is a fanciful reinterpretation of pulled pork that slow-cooks chicken in lots of tangy tomato sauce. Have sliced jalapenos, sliced red onions and some sour cream on hand to top this barbecue pulled chicken, which makes a hearty main course. You can turn it into an unbelievable sandwich or serve it on mashed potatoes or even whole-grain spaghetti. Serve with shredded napa cabbage tossed with low-fat mayonnaise, cider vinegar, celery seed and honey to taste............


Roasted Corn, Black Bean and Mango Salad
This simple, fresh-tasting salad adds delicious variety to grilled foods, such as salmon, halibut, chicken or pork. Browning the corn in a skillet gives it a nutty, caramelized flavor that contrasts with the sweetness of the mango..............



* Click the link below to get all the - Our Readers’ Top Summer Recipes
http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/22299/seasonal/summer/reader-favorites/slideshow/our-readers-top-summer-recipes/

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

Eat Healthier.........


* Eat fish regularly. Try different ways of cooking such as baking, broiling, grilling and poaching to add variety.
* Include plant foods as sources of protein, including soybeans, pinto beans, lentils and nuts.
* Substitute two egg whites for each whole egg in recipes. (The cholesterol and fat are in the yolk not in the white.)
* Replace higher-fat cheeses with lower-fat options such as reduced-fat feta and part-skim mozzarella.
* Thicken sauces with evaporated fat-free milk instead of whole milk.
* Trim all fat from meat before cooking. Remove the skin from chicken or turkey
* Try using lower-fat milk and yogurt. Start with 2% products, then move to 1% and finally to fat-fre to adjust to the new taste.
* Spoon off fat from meat dishes once they have been chilled in the refrigerator and the fat has hardened on the top.

Chicken and Dumplings and Cornbread!

Dinner Tonight; Chicken and Dumplings and Cornbread




For Breakfast this morning I toasted a Thomas Light 100% Whole Grain English Muffin that I topped with I Can't Believe It's Not Butter. Also had my morning cup of Bigelow Decaf Green Tea. Partly

cloudy with rain later in the afternoon, high of 90 degrees. Did a load of laundry and some light house cleaning. Then spent most of the afternoon writing an appeal letter to my insurance over my policy increase and balance of over $7,000. My insurance has been one big screw up! All I can do is wait and see what happens with the Appeal. On top of that I had to go the Dentist, which I can't stand doing. But had no choice I've got a cavity. More on that later. Anyway a real Dinner treat tonight! My Mom is making her melt-in-your mouth Chicken and Dumplings and some Cast Iron Skillet Cornbread.



My Mom is making her Chicken and Dumplings for Dinner Tonight! She used Bisquick Heart Smart Mix for the Dumplings and Amish Chicken Breasts for the Chicken. She first made the Dumplings using a recipe found on Bisquick Boxes. Made those and set them aside until ready to use.










For the Chicken. She boiled the Skinles Chicken Breasts in a pot until they were done adding more water to them twice. After the Chicken was cooked she removed them from the pot and roughly shredded it. Returned it to the pot of Broth or Stew and added the Dumplings, reducing the heat. Cooked the two together uncovered for 10 minutes and then another 12 minutes covered until they were done.







As I said these Dumplings just melt in your mouth! Just incredible flavor with the Chicken being moist and adding it's flavor. I can't have these often, having Diabetes 2, but once in a while is fine!












As the Chicken and Dumplings were cooking I made the Cornbread. I made a small Cast iron Skillet of Cornbread. As always I used Martha White Corn Meal Mix, something I think I could eat every

meal. I like a nice fresh and hot slice with Butter on it. When I make this I just make it by the instructions on the package but I only use half the ingredients because I use a small cast iron skillet to make it. I use Egg Beaters and Extra Virgin Oil instead of Eggs and Vegetable Oil the recipe calls for. Bake at 450 degrees for about 25 minutes and you have some golden brown piping hot Cornbread! If you use a small cast iron skillet just cut the recipe in half and it comes out just right for the skillet size. What a dinner tonight! For Dessert later a Jello Sugar Free Dark Chocolate Pudding.





Betty Crocker Bisquick Heart Smart Pancake and Baking Mix

Betty Crocker Bisquick Low Fat Pancake & Baking Mix Heart Smart 40.0 oz Box. Diets low in saturated fat and cholesterol may reduce the risk of heart disease. Bisquick Heart Smart is low in fat, low in saturated fat and naturally cholesterol free. Excellent Source of Calcium; Fat Free; Naturally Cholesterol Free; Kosher.

* Pancake mix makes fluffy, mouth-watering pancakes, waffles, and more
* Quick and easy breakfast; just add water and pour onto griddle
* Easy to personalize with fruits, nuts or chocolate chips
* Stock up your pantry with an easy and delicious breakfast option for everyone
* The Red Spoon is my promise of great taste, quality, and convenience; This is a product you and your family will enjoy, I guarantee it - Betty Crocker 

Wild Idea Buffalo Recipe of the Week - Steak and Butter Green Salad Cups

This week's Wild Idea Buffalo Recipe of the Week is - Steak and Butter Green Salad Cups. Finger Food Salad Cups made using Wild Idea Buffalo - NEW YORK STRIP STEAK. You'll also need; Heads Butter Lettuce, Cucumber, Tomatoes, Green Onions, and a Dijon Vinaigrette (recipe included). The perfect appetizer for your next party! You can find this recipe and purchase the Wild Idea Buffalo - NEW YORK STRIP STEAK along with all the other delicious and healthy recipes at the Wild Idea Buffalo website. So enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2018!  https://wildideabuffalo.com/

Steak and Butter Green Salad Cups
Eat up buttercup, is what you'll want to do with these tasty, finger food friendly, mini salad bowls. Super fresh, super easy and just one steak makes 12 individual butter cup salads! A great non-carb, hors d'oeuvre to add to your next party menu.

Ingredients:
1 - 10oz. New York Steak Strip

2 - heads butter lettuce
1 - cucumber, chopped
2 - tomatoes, chopped
2 - green onions, chopped
Dijon Vinaigrette

Preparation:
1 - Prep steak, by rinsing under cold water and blotting dry. Drizzle with olive oil, salt and pepper. Allow to rest at room temperature for about two hours.
2 - Remove the core from the butter greens and select leaves that form a nice cup shape, reserve remaining greens for other use.
3 - Mix other vegetables in a bowl and drizzles with the vinaigrette. Cover and marinate at room temperature until ready to use.
4 - Grill the steak according to thickness, three to four minutes each side, turning at one and a half minute intervals. Remove the steak from the grill, tent with foil and allow to rest for 5 minutes.
5 - Slice the steak thin and divide between the butter lettuce cups.
6 - Top with cucumber and tomatoes in vinaigrette. Serve immediately.

Dijon Vinaigrette

Ingredients:
¼ - cup white wine vinegar
¼  - cup olive oil
2 - teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 - teaspoon crushed fennel or fennel powder
½ - teaspoon salt
½ - teaspoon black pepper

Preparation: Mix all ingredients in a blender until well incorporated.
https://wildideabuffalo.com/blogs/recipes/sensational-steak-salads




Wild Idea Buffalo - NEW YORK STRIP STEAK

A classic American favorite, lean and luscious. This steak is cut from the short loin and is extremely tender and flavorful. The New York Strip Steak will always take center stage on any grill. 10 oz or 14 oz portions.

https://wildideabuffalo.com/collections/steaks/products/new-york-strip-steaks

Breakfast Recipes with Potato

From the EatingWell website and Magazine its - Breakfast Recipes with Potato. Delicious Breakfast Recipes with Potato like; Potato, Sausage and Egg Breakfast, Spanish Potato Omelet, and Egg-Stuffed Breakfast Potatoes. You can find these recipes and many more all at the EatingWell website. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2018!   http://www.eatingwell.com/

Breakfast Recipes with Potato

Find healthy, delicious breakfast potato recipes including hash browns, home fries and potato pancakes. Healthier recipes, from the food and nutrition experts at EatingWell.


Potato, Sausage and Egg Breakfast
This delicious, hearty breakfast takes almost no effort to prepare. This recipe will cook overnight in a slow cooker and all you need to do in the morning is prepare the poached eggs......


Spanish Potato Omelet
Topped with melted cheese and diced tomatoes, this yummy breakfast dish is made with your slow cooker...........


Egg-Stuffed Breakfast Potatoes
A make-ahead breakfast perfect for camping or a busy morning—just reheat over campfire coals or in the microwave. Filled with red bell pepper, eggs and cheese, these russet potato boats are bursting with flavor for a breakfast you'll be excited to wake up for...........



* Click the link below to get all the Breakfast Recipes with Potato
http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/18649/mealtimes/breakfast-brunch/potatoes/

Ohio Festivals August 29 - September 3, 2018

A lot going on this weekend in Ohio!


August 29-September 1, 2018

The Sweet Corn Festival
Millersport, Ohio
Come enjoy hot butter flavored sweet corn served fresh on the cob and piping hot. Bring the whole family to experience a wide variety of delicious foods, large midway, tractor pulls, square dancing, contests galore, farm animals, historical exhibits and top-name country music entertainers while strolling the shady Historic Lions Park.
http://www.sweetcornfest.com/

August 29-September 3, 2018
Van Wert County Fair
Van Wert, Ohio
Includes Apple Festival, Rib Fest, Old Fashioned Farmers Days, and much more.
http://vanwertcountyfair.com/

August 31-Sept 1, 2018
PigMania Lebanon State Championship BBQ & Music Festival - Lebanon, Ohio
Great BBQ festival featuring a professional BBQ contest, Live music, FREE BBQ samples during our Peoples Choice contest on Saturday, plenty of the nations best BBQ vendors onsite, KCBS Judging class and a kids BBQ contest.
https://pigmaniabbq.com/

August 31-September 3, 2018
Obetz Zucchinifest
Obetz, Ohio
The festival continues to celebrate the wonder that is the zucchini. Experience the first-class entertainment, great food and fun rides.
http://www.obetzzucchinifest.com/

September 1-3, 2018  West Jefferson Annual Ox Roast
West Jefferson, Ohio
Held annually over Labor Day weekend, our festival is the only festival that cooks 5,500 lbs. of beef underground. Join us for family oriented entertainment, food, rides, arts & crafts, parade, pageant, bike tour, car show, watermelon, hot dog and ice cream eating contests, and much more.
http://www.westjeffoxroast.org/index.html

September 2-3, 2018  Taste of Hudson - Hudson, Ohio
Join us for the NEW Taste of Hudson over Labor Day Weekend.  Featuring more than a dozen local restaurants offering “tastes” of their menus; an interactive children’s area; wine & beer garden; more than 75 exhibitors and artists and much more!
https://tasteofhudson.com/

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

Cook Chicken Thoroughly........


Chicken should always be cooked thoroughly. To ensure your chicken is fully cooked, follow the recommended cooking times, and make sure your chicken reaches the proper recommended internal temperatures listed below by using a calibrated meat thermometer. The USDA recommends that all chicken, regardless of cut, should reach a safe minimum internal temperature of 165° F.

Fried Ocean Perch w/ Mac and Cheese

Dinner Tonight: Fried Ocean Perch w/ Mac and Cheese





It was Steak and Eggs to start my day off today. For my Steak I fried up a SayersBrook 4 oz. Bison Fillet Mignon. I just seasoned it with some McCormick Grinder Sea Salt and Peppercorn Medley. It came out a perfect medium rare! It was so tender and juicy.Then I Scrambled a couple Eggs, toasted 1 slice of Aunt Millie's Light Whole Grain Bread, and a cup of Bigelow Decaf Green Tea. Good way to start the day! Mostly sunny, humid, and 94 degrees out to day. Took my Hoveround Chair outside and gave it a good cleaning, a much needed cleaning! That was about it for the day. Still fighting with my insurance so I was on the phone again for about 40 minutes! Very upset over this! For Dinner tonight I prepared Fried Ocean Perch w/ Mac and Cheese.



I picked up the Ocean Perch at Kroger the other day, cleaned them and had them in the freezer. Really

love the Kroger Seafood Department, good selections. I laid the bag in the fridge to thaw overnight. To prepare them I preheated a medium size skillet, that I had sprayed with Pam Cooking Spray and added Extra Light Olive Oil, on medium heat. Lightly seasoned them with the McCormick Sea Salt. I then put them in a Hefty Zip Lock Bag and added Zatarain’s Seasoned Fish Fri, shaking the bag then until the Perch Fillets were coated. Added the Fillets to the heated skillet and fried them 3 minutes per side. They came out Golden Brown! Delicious and fresh tasting, I love all Fish and Seafood!



Then for a side I microwaved Stouffer’s Classic Mac and Cheese Mac Cup. Frozen individual Mac
Cups, just microwave and serve. Mac and Cheese in a single serving cup! Tastes great, excellent Cheesy Mac. For Dessert/Snack later a bowl of Skinny Pop - Pop Corn with a Coke Zero to drink.











Ocean Perch

Ocean perch is mild tasting yet a bit sweet, with a moderately firm texture. The meat is lean, moist

and flaky. Large ocean perch develop a coarse texture. Deep-skinned ocean perch with the fat line removed has the most delicate flavor. The flesh is white, though not as light as cod, and it turns opaque white when cooked.Whole fish may have bulging eyes and distended air bladders, which is a result of being brought up from great depths, not an indication of poor quality.

Nutrition Facts:Fried Ocean Perch w Mac & Cheese 001
Calories: 94
Fat Calories: 14.4
Total Fat: 1.6 g
Saturated Fat: 0.2 g
Cholesterol: 42 mg
Sodium: 75 mg
Protein: 18.6 g
Omega 3: 0.3 g



Stouffer’s Classic Mac and Cheese Mac Cups

Freshly made pasta with 100% real cheddar cheese

Stouffer’s Classic Mac and Cheese Mac Cups are just the right size of delicious

Stouffer’s Classic Mac and Cheese Mac Cups:
* 100% real cheddar cheese
* No preservatives
* Stouffer’s in a cup

NUTRITIONAL INFO
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 170
Servings Per Container: 2
Amount Per Serving
Calories 240 Calories from Fat 100
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11 17.00 %
Saturated Fat 6 30.00 %
Cholesterol 30mg 10.00 %
Sodium 560mg 23.00 %
Total Carbohydrate 26g 9.00 %
Dietary Fiber 1g
Sugars 3g
Protein 10g
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Diabetic Dish of the Week - Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings

This week's Diabetic Dish of the Week is - Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings. Another way to prepare one of my favorite foods, the Chicken Wing. The recipe is from the Diabetes Self Management website. They have a great selection of Diabetic Friendly recipes like this week's Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings so be sure to check out the site soon! Also subscribe to the Diabetes Self Management Magazine. You'll love all the delicious and Diabetic Friendly Recipes in each issue. So enjoy and Eat healthy in 2018!  https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/

Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings
Ingredients
Large baking sheet, lined with foil, with a wire rack set on top

2 pounds free-range chicken wings
2 tablespoons grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon sea salt

Directions
1 - Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2 - Pat chicken dry with paper towels, removing as much moisture as you can. Arrange on the wire rack over the prepared baking sheet, leaving space in between, if possible.

3 - Roast in preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, flipping them over halfway through, until juices run clear when chicken is pierced.

4 - Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine lemon zest, lemon juice, pepper, and salt.

5 - Add wings to the lemon sauce and toss until evenly coated. Serve hot.

Yield: 4 servings. Serving size: 1/4 of recipe.

Nutrition Facts Per Serving:
Calories: 291 calories, Carbohydrates: 2 g, Protein: 27 g, Fat: 20 g, Fiber: 1 g
https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/snacks-appetizers/lemon-pepper-chicken-wings/

Clean-Eating Recipes

From the EatingWell website and Magazine its Clean-Eating Recipes. Delicious and Clean-Eating Recipes like; Zucchini Lasagna Rolls, Beef and Bean Chile Verde, and Chicken with Lemon-Caper Pan Sauce. Find these delicious and healthy recipes plus alo more at the EatingWell website. Plus don't forget to subscribe to the EatingWell Magazine. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2018!  http://www.eatingwell.com/

Clean-Eating Recipes
Find healthy, delicious clean eating recipes including breakfast, dinner, snack and kids' recipes.

Healthier Recipes, from the food and nutrition experts at EatingWell. Our clean-eating recipes are made with real, whole foods and limit processed foods and refined grains. Plus, they are lower in sodium, sugar and calories.


Zucchini Lasagna Rolls
Give lasagna rolls a healthy low-carb makeover with this easy recipe that subs in thinly sliced zucchini for lasagna noodles. Finish off this cheesy vegetarian casserole with a crispy breadcrumb topping made from almonds to keep it gluten-free..................


Beef and Bean Chile Verde
Chile Verde, usually a slow-cooked stew of pork, jalapeños and tomatillos, becomes an easy weeknight meal with quick-cooking ground beef and store-bought green salsa. Make it a Meal: Serve with fresh cilantro, red onion and Monterey Jack. Add cornbread on the side and your favorite hot sauce..............


Chicken with Lemon-Caper Pan Sauce
A quick sauce made with leeks, lemon and capers gives this chicken breast recipe bright Italian flavor. Serve with farro or capellini, steamed broccoli and a glass of crisp pinot grigio. Save the unused chicken tenders in an airtight container in your freezer for up to 3 months. Once you have enough, thaw them out for another use................



* Click the link below to get all the Clean-Eating Recipes
http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/17896/lifestyle-diets/clean-eating/

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

Storing Uncooked Pasta...........


Store uncooked, dry pasta in your cupboard for up to one year. Keep in a cool, dry place. Always use up packages you’ve had the longest before opening new packages.

3 Bean Turkey Chili w/ Johnny Cakes

Dinner Tonight: 3 Bean Turkey Chili w/ Johnny Cakes





To start my morning off I Poached an Egg and served it on a toasted Thomas Light 100% Whole
Grain English Muffin. Also had a cup of Bigelow Decaf Green Tea. Partly cloudy, humid, and a high

of 97 degrees outside today.


Long day on the phone with my Supplement insurance, Anthem Blue Cross. I've had my policy since around 2004, I became disabled in 2001. I had always made my payments but for the last 2 years I have to call my payment in because for some reason they couldn't take it out automatically. Well now I get a letter that I owe them $7,600 dollars because they said they increased my rates in 2017 because I'm disabled! I was never informed of this increase or I would have canceled my policy. Now they want $854 a month for a Supplement Policy!! And I owe them back pay to cover the new rate since early 2017! I'm not happy right now. And it's still unresolved! NOT HAPPY! I'll let you know how it turns out. So for Dinner tonight its 3 Bean Turkey Chili along with some Johnny Cakes.



I had the 3 Bean Chili in the freezer. So I sat a container of it in the fridge overnight to thaw. The
Chili freezes and reheats so easy. I’ll have to make some more, it’s my last container! To reheat the Chili; I’ll use a small sauce pan, spray it with Pam Non Stick Cooking Spray, add the Chili to the pan, and heat slowly on medium low heat until heated through. The Chili is just as good as it was when it was made! To go with the Chili I made some Johnny Cakes. I love the combination of Chili and Cornbread! I’ve left the original post which gives the ingredients and directions on making the Chili. For Dessert later a Jello Sugar Free Dark Chocolate Pudding.


When I prepare my Chili I prepare the Ground Turkey and mix the Beans the night before. So the

morning I’m making it everything is ready! I had the Crock Pot set up also. To make the Chili I’m

using Jennie -O Lean Extra Lean Ground Turkey Breast. The 3 Beans I use are 1 Can (16 oz.) Bush’s Chili Beans (Black Beans), 1 Can (16 oz.) Bush’s Chili Beans ( Kidney Beans), 1 Can (16 oz.) Bush’s Chili Beans (Great Northern Beans) drained and rinsed, Then I mix in a 1/2 a Red Onion (medium Chopped or Minced), 1 Jalapeno Pepper (Seeded and Chopped), and 3 Cloves Minced Garlic. For my spices I use 1 Packet McCormick Chili Mix, 2 Cans (6 oz.) Hunt’s Tomato Paste (2 cans), 1/2 Tsp Ground Chipotle Chili Pepper (McCormick), 2 Tbs. Ground Roasted Cumin (McCormick), 2 tbsp Ground Cinnamon (McCormick), 1 Tbs of Cilantro Leaves (McCormick), and 5 Dashes of Frank’s Hot Sauce or to taste (I usually add a lot more dashes!). What’s good about this recipe you can use your own favorite Spices and make your own tweaks to it and it turns out delicious.



The first thing I do is get the Crock Pot out and put in a Glad Crock Pot Liner. The Liners are
incredible, just line your Crock Pot with one and spray it with Pam Cooking Spray. Now you are set to go. It makes for one easy clean up, just remove it when done and give the inside of your Crock Pot a quick wipe down and your clean up is done! On with the recipe.







The Beans and Ground Turkey were prepared last night. I started by opening all 3 cans of Bush

Beans into a large bowl and stirred until mixed. Then in the morning, I added the Beans to Crock Pot. To prepare the Turkey, I started by browning the Jennie -O Ground Turkey. Using a large skillet sprayed with Pam Cooking Spray and 1 tablespoon of Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Preheat the skillet on medium heat. When heated I add the Ground Turkey and all the Seasonings and Tomato Paste, stirring often. When the Turkey has browned I put it in a large plastic container and on into the fridge after it had cooled a bit. Then this morning I added everything to the Crock Pot. Throw in a 1/2 cup of Water, stirred twice, and put the lid on the Crock Pot and set on low for 5-6 hours.


Then sit back and enjoy the aroma, that usually starts after an hour or so of simmering! I love a thick Chili and this one works! The Jennie – O Ground Turkey combined with all those Beans and Spices is a perfect match. Served it topped with some Sargento Reduced Fat Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese and a couple of shakes of Frank’s Red Hot Sauce. Also a side of Johnny Cakes, recipe below.

To prepare the Johnny Cakes (I love these…) all you’ll need is: Pam w/ Olive Oil Non – Stick Spray,
1/4 cup Extra Light Virgin Olive Oil, 1 3/4 cups Low Fat Buttermilk, and 2 cups Martha White Self Rising Enriched White Corn Meal Mix. Just mix all your ingredients in a large bowl. Spray your Pam on a Flat Top Griddle or large Skillet and preheat on medium low, I use the Flat Top Griddle. When the Griddle is heated add your batter. You can make the Cakes any size you want from half-dollar size to regular pancake size cakes. After the bottom side turns golden brown flip over and let the other side get golden brown. I love the combination of Chili and Cornbread!






3 Bean Turkey Chili
Ingredients
1 lb. package Jennie – O Extra Lean Ground Turkey Breast
2 Cans (6 oz.) Hunt’s Tomato Paste
1 Can (16 oz.) Bush’s Chili Beans (Red Beans)
1 Can (16 oz.) Bush’s Chili Beans ( Kidney Beans)
1 Can (16 oz.) Bush’s Chili Beans (Great Northern Beans), drained and rinsed
1 Packet McCormick Chili Mix
1/2 Red Onion (medium), Chopped or Minced
1 Jalapeno Pepper, Unseeded and Chopped
4 Cloves Minced Garlic
1/2 Tsp Ground Cocoa Chili Blend (McCormick)
1/2 Tsp Ground Chipotle Chili Pepper (McCormick)
2 Tbs. Ground Roasted Cumin
2 Tsps Ground Cinnamon
1 Tbs of Cilantro Leaves
5 Dashes of Frank’s Hot Sauce or to taste.
1/2 Cup of Water
Shredded Cheese, I use Grated Dutch Gouda or Sargento Reduced Fat Shredded Cheddar Cheese (Topping)
Oyster Crackers
Frank’s Hot Sauce or to taste.

Directions:
*Brown Turkey in large saucepan on medium-high heat 10 min. or until no longer pink, stirring occasionally. Add all remaining spices and ingredients except 1 can of the tomato paste and water.
*ADD to slow cooker and add in the remaining 1 can of tomato paste and 1/2 cup of water.
*COVER with lid. Cook on HIGH 3 to 4 hours (or on LOW 5 to 6 hours).
*Serve in bowl or mug with cheese and oyster crackers, A Tablespoon of fat-free sour cream, Chopped Onions, or serve with some home made cornbread.

One of America's Favorites - Slinger (dish)

"St. Louis Slinger"

A slinger is a Midwestern diner specialty typically consisting of two eggs, hash browns, and a hamburger patty (or any other meat) all covered in chili con carne (with or without beans) and generously topped with cheese (cheddar or American) and onions. The eggs can be any style. Hot sauce is usually served on the side. The slinger is considered to be a St. Louis late-night culinary original. It is described as "a hometown culinary invention: a mishmash of meat, hash-fried potatoes, eggs, and chili, sided with your choice of ham, sausage, bacon, hamburger patties, or an entire T-bone steak.


Variations
There are numerous variations of the basic slinger:

* "Top one": has a tamale served on top of the slinger
* "Vegetarian": uses veggie burgers and veggie chili
* "The Toby"/"the Hoosier": slinger that has white gravy instead of chili. (Named after a customer at Tiffany's Original Diner).
* "Yin and yang": slinger covered in half chili and half gravy. A customer favorite at Tiffany's Original Diner, and named by manager Tom Gray. (The yin and yang is both light and dark in color).
* "The Jared": slinger with equal amounts of chili and white gravy
* "The JP slinger": slinger with hamburger patty, extra onions and extra chili
* "Devil's delight": slinger without the hamburgers patties at Courtesy Diner
* "Chicago style": served with white bread toast on the side, burgers are specified as "cheeseburger patties", eggs are specified as over easy, and must contain grilled onions.

"Meatless Monday" Recipe of the Week - Beer-Battered Portabella Strips with Spicy Dipping Sauce

This week's "Meatless Monday" Recipe of the Week is - Beer-Battered Portabella Strips with Spicy Dipping Sauce. This one is off the CooksRecipes website (https://www.cooksrecipes.com/index.html),  courtesy of the Mushroom Council. Delicious and beautiful Portabella Strips deep fried in a Beer Batter! Also included is a recipe for a Spicy Dipping Sauce. This is just one of many delicious recipes you can find at the Cooks site. Recipes to please all tastes, diets, and cuisines. Check it out today. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2018!


Beer-Battered Portabella Strips with Spicy Dipping Sauce

Recipe Ingredients:

3 cups beer or ale
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 quarts mayonnaise
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon lemon zest
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
24 Portabella mushrooms, slice about 3/8-inch thick (about 2.5 ounces each; stems reserved for other use)
Lemon zest, for garnish as needed

Cooking Directions:
1 - Whisk together beer and flour; let sit at least 2 hour
2 - To make sauce, mix mayonnaise, zest, lemon juice, cilantro and cayenne pepper until well combined; reserve.
3 - Dip Portabella strips into reserved beer batter.
4 - Deep fry until crisp and golden brown, about 3 minutes.
5 - Serve with 1/4 cup Spicy Sauce on the side. Garnish with lemon zest, if desired.
Makes 24 servings.

Recipe and photograph courtesy of the Mushroom Council.
https://www.cooksrecipes.com/mless/beer-battered_portabella_strips_with_spicy_dipping_sauce_recipe.html

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

Mincing Herbs.......


Kitchen shears work wonders when mincing a small amount of herbs.You can also use the shears to trim up meat also.

Banquet Homestyle Bakes Pizza Pasta w/ Cheesy Bread

Dinner Tonight: Banquet Homestyle Bakes Pizza Pasta w/ Cheesy Bread






For Breakfast this morning I made a Ham and Cheese Omelet, toasted a slice of Aunt Millie's Light Whole Grain Bread, and a cup of Bigelow Decaf Green Tea. Partly cloudy, humid and 93 degrees out today. August Weather has returned! After I did the dishes I went to Kroger for Mom and then to McDonald's to pick up Breakfast for her. She went on to Church afterward. I cleaned the house today, vacuumed and dusted. Then gave the fridge a good cleaning and cleaned the microwave and stove. Kicked back the rest of the day. For Dinner tonight I prepared Banquet Homestyle Bakes Pizza Pasta w/ Cheesy Bread.



Love this Pizza Pasta from Banquet! This is one of my favorite boxed foods, Banquet Homestyle
Bakes Pizza Pasta. Nothing like a quick, easy and delicious comfort food. But here’s another product I love and it’s getting harder and harder to find, I can only find it at Walmart or online now!









Anyway it’s got two of my favorites in it, pasta and pizza! The box contains 1 can of Pizza Sauce w/

Pepperoni and Sausage and 1 Pouch of Rotini Pasta. I also added a few slices of Turkey Pepperoni and sliced Portabello Mushrooms to the mix. For the preparation you can bake it or prepare it on the stove top, which is how I prepared it. Add 1 cup of water, stir and mix, and simmer and you have your dinner! This came out fantastic! Really had a good Pizza flavor to it and excellent Sauce! The Sauce with the Mushrooms, Sausage, and Pepperoni provides the great flavoring. Easily prepared and makes a hearty and delicious meal.





Along with the Pizza Pasta I also prepared some Baked Cheesy Bread. Another easy one, using
Healthy Life Whole Grain Bread, Sargento Reduced Fat Shredded Mozzarella Cheese, and I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter. Just Butter the Bread and add your Cheese on top. Then bake on 400 degrees until the Bread is toasted and Cheese is melted. For Dessert/Snack later a bowl of Skinny Pop – Pop Corn with a Diet Mango Snapple to drink.









Banquet Homestyle Bakes Pizza Pasta

When only comfort food will do, Banquet Homestyle Bakes are the perfect choice. Each comes complete with everything you need to make a delicious and hearty straight-from-the-oven meal. So you’ll spend less time worrying about your meal—and more time enjoying it.

*Pepperoni and sausage included
*5 minute preparation oven or stove top

Stove Top:

1. Stir Together Can of Sauce and 1 Cup Hot Water In Medium Skillet.
2. Stir In Pasta Until Well Coated. Heat to Boiling.
3. Reduce Heat. Cover and Simmer About 15 Minutes, Or Until Pasta Is Tender, Stirring Occasionally.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 cup prepared (195g)

Servings Per Container 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories 280Calories from Fat 50
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6g 9%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 10mg 3%
Sodium 820mg 34%
Potassium 530mg 15%
Total Carbohydrate 46g 15%
Dietary Fiber 4g 16%
Sugars 12g
Protein 10g
http://www.banquet.com/homestyle-bakes/pizza-pasta-bake