6 oz. Buffalo Cheese Burger w/ Baked Fries

Dinner Tonight: 6 oz. Buffalo Cheese Burger w/ Baked Fries






I just had a cup of Bigelow Decaf Green Tea for Breakfast this morning. I had one of those Sinus
Headaches most of last night and into the early morning. So needless to say I didn't do a whole lot today. After Lunch I went and seen Dad for a while. Returned home and took an afternoon nap, feeling somewhat better. For Dinner tonight I prepared a 6 oz. Buffalo Cheese Burger w/ Baked Fries.








Last week I received my latest order from Wild Idea Buffalo. A new item that I had been wanting to try, Wild Idea Buffalo BUFF BURGERS (6-6OZ. BURGERS). Their made with premium, 95% lean, 100% grass-fed buffalo meat. All ready seasoned, handcrafted burgers into a 6 oz. portion and then wrapped individually.











Had the Burgers in the freezer so I laid one in the fridge to thaw overnight. I prepared them the usual

way I prepare Buffalo Burgers. Preheated a skillet that I sprayed with Pam Cooking Spray and 1/2 tablespoon of Extra Light Olive Oil on medium heat. I seasoned the Burger with a light sprinkle of Lite Salt and Ground Black Pepper. Then fried the Burger about 3 1/2 minutes then flipped it over and fried it another 3 1/2 minutes, I topped the Burger with a slice of Kraft Sliced Sharp Cheddar Cheese with about 1 minute left of frying time. i served the burger on a Healthy Life Whole Grain Hamburger Bun. Love these new Wild Idea Buffalo Burgers! Nicely seasoned, moist, and juicy as are all their Burgers. Really like that they are  individually wrapped also.


I baked some Alexia Organic Yukon Select Fries. Seasoned them with McCormick Grinder Sea Salt and Black Peppercorn Medley. Baked them at 425 degrees for 16 minutes. They bake up beautifully and seasoned just right, excellent Shoestring Fry! Plus they are only 120 calories and 15 net carbs. For Dessert later a Weight Watcher’s Snack Size Peanut and Caramel Ice Cream candy Bar.

 










Wild Idea Buffalo BUFF BURGERS (6-6OZ. BURGERS)

Get your buff on with our premium, 95% lean, 100% grass-fed buffalo meat! We season the meat to perfection, handcraft each burger into a 6 oz. portion and then wrap them individually for your convenience and come in (you guessed it) a 6 - Pack!

Eating healthfully without compromising any of the juicy goodness just got a whole lot easier! These burgers taste so good on their own - you might want to eat them naked!
Warning, extra napkins may be needed.

Ingredients: 100% Grass-fed/finished Buffalo, Sea Salt, Organic & Non-GMO: Olive Oil, Black Pepper, Ketchup, Thyme, and Mustard. All ingredients are gluten free.

http://wildideabuffalo.com/collections/premium-ground-bison-burgers/products/the-buff-burger-6-6oz

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Our Favorite Diabetic Recipes for Winter

From the Diabetic Living Online website its, Our Favorite Diabetic Recipes for Winter. You can make the Winter a little more bearable with these Diabetic Friendly delicious recipes! Recipes including; Roasted Heirloom Squash with Sea Salt and Local Honey, Chicken a la King, and Seafood Stuffed Shells. Find them all at the Diabetic Living Online website. Enjoy and Eat Healthy!   http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/


Our Favorite Diabetic Recipes for Winter

Get ready to settle in for the season with our ultimate winter recipes. This mouthwatering collection will keep you busy in the warmth of your kitchen making simply delicious pastas, chicken dishes, spiced desserts, and more that will knock your cozy socks off.



Roasted Heirloom Squash with Sea Salt and Local Honey

This gorgeous roasted vegetable recipe is sweetened with honey and garnished with herbs and sea salt. You’ll love the colors and variety this low-calorie side dish brings to a meal......


Chicken a la King

Looking for a delicious way to eat more vegetables? This classic recipe gets a healthy makeover so you can enjoy a creamy chicken dish for just 337 calories and 34 grams of carb per serving.....


Seafood Stuffed Shells

These cheesy pasta shells feature scallops and crabmeat, and a medley of flavors including fresh herbs, lemon, and tomatoes. Plus, three of these rich shells equals one serving with just 32 grams of carb.....



* Click the link below to get all the Our Favorite Diabetic Recipes for Winter
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Diabetic Dish of the Week - Grilled Chicken

This week's Diabetic Dish of the Week is Grilled Chicken. Easy and quick Dinner recipe, and healthy! Enjoy and Eat Healthy!


Grilled Chicken

Ingredients
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves (Perdue Perfect Portions Chicken Breasts)
1 cup fat free Italian-style dressing (Kraft Free)
1 green bell pepper
1 red bell pepper
1 zucchini
sea salt and ground pepper, to taste


Directions
1 - Place washed chicken breasts in large sealable bag. Add 1 cup fat-free Italian dressing and close. Let marinate for 5 to 10 minutes.
2 - Cut up peppers into big chunks, and zucchini into big slices. Put into another sealable bag. Coat with leftover dressing.
3 - Grill chicken and veggies over medium heat.

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

Beet Red....


To make sure beets keep their red color through the entire cooking process, cook them whole with at least 2 inches of stem still attached, and add a few tablespoons of white vinegar to the water

Creamy Chicken Pasta w/ Baked French Bread

Dinner Tonight: Creamy Chicken Pasta  w/ Baked French Bread






For Breakfast this morning I Poached an Egg and served it on a toasted Healthy Life Whole

Grain English Muffin. And as always my morning cup of Bigelow Decaf Green Tea. I prepared Mom a Scrambled Egg and toasted her some Raisin Bread. After Breakfast it house cleaning day, vacuumed and dusted. Then cleaned the fridge also. After Lunch I went and spent the day with Dad. He seems to be getting somewhat better. His appetite is back and a lot less stomach pain. They have him on light therapy until later in the week. Not a bad Winters Day out, partly sunny and 34 degrees. For Dinner tonight I'm trying a new item, Bear Creek Country Kitchens Creamy Chicken Pasta Mix. Tonight its Creamy Chicken Pasta 
w/ Baked French Bread. 






I had seen the Bear Creek ads in all the Cooking Magazines so when I came across several of their products I grabbed a couple to try. One of the items is the Bear Creek Country Kitchens Creamy Chicken Pasta Mix. It uses Orecchiette Pasta, which comes in a rich and creamy Chicken flavored Sauce with Carrots. All I added was Water and some Pulled Chicken.

To prepare the dish I'll need; 1 package of Bear Creek Country Kitchens Creamy Chicken Pasta Mix, water, and Pulled Chicken. While at Kroger I had purchased a Simple Truth Whole Roasted Chicken. Pulled all the Meat and I had my Chicken.









To make the Dish; I took a 2 Quart Saucepan, gave it a light spray of Pam Cooking Spray and added

3 1/2 cups water to it. Heated the water to a rolling boil. Whisked in the Pasta and Sauce Mix. Brought the mixture back to a rolling boil. Reduced the heat to a medium boil. Cooked 14 minutes, stirring it occasionally. Removed it from the heat and let it set for 8 minutes. as it cooled it thickened up. As it was cooking it had a mouth watering aroma. And the taste is just as good! Good Chicken and Cheese taste and along with the Pasta, Carrots, and added Chicken makes a delicious Dinner! Love hearty, comfort food, meals.

I also reheated the Pillsbury French Bread which went perfect with the Chicken/Pasta Mixture. For Dessert later a bowl of Breyer's Carb Smart Vanilla Ice Cream topped with some Smucker's Sugar Free Hot Fudge Topping.













Bear Creek Country Kitchens Creamy Chicken Pasta Mix

High in the heber valley of the wasatch mountains, bear creek country kitchen began with one goal in

mind: deliver great hearty homestyle dishes that the whole family will enjoy. Using the same qualities that you find in our soups, bear creek now presents delicious pasta dishes with hearty pastas, quality cheeses and tasty vegetables, all in rich and flavorful sauces. Just add water and in minutes you can serve a delicious pasta dish that will satisfy every appetite in your family. Hearty orecchiette pasta in a rich, creamy chicken flavored sauce with carrots.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size1 CUP PREPARED
Servings Per Container4.0
Amount Per Serving
Calories330 Calories
Calories From Fat80 Calories
% Daily Value
Total Fat9.0 g14.0
Saturated Fat5 G25
Trans Fat0 G
Cholesterol10 Mg3
Sodium810 Mg34
Total Carbohydrate55.0 g18.0
Dietary Fiber5 G20
Sugars10 G
Protein9.0 g

One of America's Favorites - Buttermilk

Buttermilk refers to a number of dairy drinks. Originally, buttermilk was the liquid left behind after

Buttermilk right compared to fresh milk left 

churning butter out of cream. This type of buttermilk is known as traditional buttermilk.

The term buttermilk also refers to a range of fermented milk drinks, common in warm climates (e.g., the Balkans, the Middle East, Turkey, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Nepal, India, Sri Lanka, Nicaragua and the Southern United States) where unrefrigerated fresh milk sours quickly, as well as in colder climates, such as Scandinavia, Ireland, the Netherlands, Germany, Poland, Slovakia, Slovenia, Croatia and the Czech Republic. This fermented dairy product known as cultured buttermilk is produced from cow's milk and has a characteristically sour taste caused by lactic acid bacteria. This variant is made using one of two species of bacteria—either Lactococcus lactis or Lactobacillus bulgaricus, which creates more tartness.

The tartness of buttermilk is due to acid in the milk. The increased acidity is primarily due to lactic acid produced by lactic acid bacteria while fermenting lactose, the primary sugar in milk. As the bacteria produce lactic acid, the pH of the milk decreases and casein, the primary milk protein, precipitates, causing the curdling or clabbering of milk. This process makes buttermilk thicker than plain milk. While both traditional and cultured buttermilk contain lactic acid, traditional buttermilk tends to be less viscous, whereas cultured buttermilk is more viscous.

Buttermilk can be drunk straight, and it can also be used in cooking. Soda bread is a bread in which the acid in buttermilk reacts with the rising agent, sodium bicarbonate, to produce carbon dioxide which acts as the leavening agent. Buttermilk is also used in marination, especially of chicken and pork, whereby the lactic acid helps to tenderize, retain moisture, and allows added flavors to permeate throughout the meat.

"Meatless Monday" Recipe of the Week - Butternut Squash Bake

This week's "Meatless Monday" Recipe of the Week is a Butternut Squash Bake. Enjoy and Eat Healthy!

Butternut Squash Bake

Ingredients
1 (4 pound) butternut squash - peeled, seeded, and cubed
1/3 yellow onion, minced
1/4 cup extra light olive oil
1/2 cup Italian bread crumbs
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme
6 ounces crumbled blue cheese (Mayfield)
1 teaspoon roasted ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
sea salt and ground black pepper to taste
1/4 cup Italian bread crumbs (Progresso)


Directions
1 - Preheat an oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
2 - Toss the squash, onion, olive oil, 1/2 cup Italian bread crumbs, thyme, and blue cheese in a large mixing bowl. Season cumin, nutmeg, and salt and pepper. Pour the mixture into a large baking dish. Sprinkle 1/4 cup bread crumbs over the squash.
3 - Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned on top, 35 to 40 minutes

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

Always keep frozen vegetables available in your freezer. You can make a meal just with the veggies or add a protein and your set for Dinner!

Beans and Smoked Turkey Sausage (Beans and Weenies)

Dinner Tonight: Beans and Smoked Turkey Sausage (Beans and Weenies)




For Breakfast I toasted a couple of slices of Healthy Life Whole Grain Bread that I lightly buttered

with I Can't Believe Its Not Butter. Then I fried up a couple of Jennie - O Turkey Breakfast Sausage Links and prepared the morning cup of Bigelow Decaf Green Tea. After Breakfast i went up the road to the local Kroger to pick up a few items for Mom and myself. Back home, put everything away and went over to Rehab to see Dad, I was lucky to find this place, they are so nice and Dad is real happy with it! So Monday starts the therapy and building his strength back up. Back home I did some laundry and some light cleaning. For Dinner tonight it’s Beans and Smoked Turkey Sausage (Beans and Weenies). Comfort Food!



I've been wanting the Sausage and Beans for a while now. So tonight it’s Beans and Weenies, but I

kicked this version up a bit. I used 1 Butterball Hardwood Smoked Turkey Sausage (sliced into thin bite size pieces), 3 slices of Jennie – O Turkey Bacon (Fried and Crumbled), 1 can of Bush’s White Chili Beans, 1 can Bush’s Vegetarian Reduced Sodium Baked Beans, 1/4 cup of Red Onion (Chopped), 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon, 1 teaspoon Ground Mustard, 1 tablespoon Splenda Brown Sugar, Liquid Smoke (Optional and to taste), a couple of shakes (or more) of Frank’s Red Hot Sauce, and 2 cups of Jack Daniel’s Honey Smokehouse BBQ Sauce (or to taste).




I used a small size Dutch Oven that I had sprayed with Pam Cooking Spray. Added all the ingredients except for the Turkey Smoked Sausage to the Dutch Oven, and stirred until well mixed. I turned the stove on medium low, covered the pot and just let it simmer. Another set it and forget recipe! After I got the Beans started I fried up 1 1/2 Butterball Hardwood Smoked Turkey Sausages. I first sliced them up into bite size pieces then fried them on medium until they started to brown and removed them from the heat and put them in a small bowl and set aside.




Then using the same skillet I fried the Sausage in I fried 3 slices of Jennie – O Turkey Bacon, actually
I fried 5 slices actually. Always remember when preparing Bacon to always add 2 extra slices. Because you know you’ll grab a couple of slices, it’s called the Bacon Factor or Bacon Math. I fried it up nice and crisp and when done crumbled it up into small pieces and added it to the Beans. Sausage, Bacon, and Beans are such a natural combo, Bacon gives it that wonderful smoky flavor.




I love dishes that you can set and let them simmer, to me it seems to give food a much richer and

deeper flavor. After a couple of hours I added the Butterball Hardwood Smoked Turkey Sausages to the Beans. Kept the heat on low until it was time for dinner. A good Hearty Meal tonight. You have the smokiness of the Bacon and Liquid Smoke, the Sweetness and Tang of the BBQ Sauce, the Spices, along with the Smoked Turkey Sausage and Beans. I just love all the flavors, a real comfort food favorite! Another plus is the cleanup, just one dutch Oven and 1 skillet to clean. Also baked a loaf of Pillsbury French Bread and had a Diet Dr. Pepper to drink.  For dessert later a Weight Watcher’s Cookies and Cream Ice Cream Bar.






Butterball Hardwood Smoked Turkey Sausage

14 oz. | Servings: 7

Try Butterball’s fully cooked Smoked Turkey Dinner Sausage. Now you and your family can enjoy the great taste of hardwood-smoked lean turkey sausage with less fat than pork or beef smoked sausage. Serve with your favorite side dish for a quick and easy meal solution that always tastes great.



Microwave:
Wrap individual sausages in paper towels and place on a microwave-safe plate.Butterball Smoked Turkey Sausage
Microwave on High 3-1/4 minutes (1-1/2 minutes for one).
Let stand 2 minutes before serving.
**Microwave ovens vary. Cooking times are approximate.Always heat thoroughly.Grilling:
Grill at medium-high heat for 8-10 minutes, turning frequently.
Always heat thoroughly.
Skillet:
Cook in a non-stick skillet over medium heat, 10 – 12 minutes, turning frequently.
Always heat thoroughly.
Serving Size 2 oz. (51 g)
Servings Per Container 7
Amount Per Serving
Calories 100
Calories from Fat 50
% Daily Value
Total Fat 6g9%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 30mg10%
Sodium 610mg25%
Total Carbohydrates 4g1%
Dietary Fiber 0g0%
Sugars 1g
Protein 8g16%
Vitamin A 0%
Vitamin C 2%
Iron 2%
Calcium 2%

Ingredients: Poultry Ingredients (Mechanically Separated Chicken, Mechanically Separated Turkey), Water, Corn Syrup, Salt. Contains 2% or less of Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Autolyzed yeast, Dextrose, Modified Food Starch, Sodium Diacetate, Sodium Nitrite, Sodium Phosphate, Flavorings, Potassium and Sodium Lactate.

http://www.butterball.com/product/smoked-turkey-dinner-sausage

Soup Special of the Day!......Turkey Taco Chili

This week's Soup Special of the Day is Turkey Taco Chili. Going with a Chili for this week's Special, Turkey Taco Chili. Made with JENNIE-O® Lean Ground Turkey along with Tomatoes, Black Beans, Pinto Beans, Green Chilies, and more! A Corn Muffin or Cornbread would go perfect with this. You can find this recipe at Jennie - O website along with all the other Delicious and Healthy Recipes! Enjoy and Make the Switch in 2017!  https://www.jennieo.com/


Turkey Taco Chili

What happens when you bring two favorites—chili and tacos—together? Taste for yourself. This simple and hearty chili recipe will have your kids running to the table. Make it a new go-to weeknight dinner recipe.

INGREDIENTS

1 (16-ounce) package JENNIE-O® Lean Ground Turkey
½ small yellow onion, chopped
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 (1-ounce) low-sodium taco seasoning
1 (1-ounce) package ranch salad dressing and seasoning mix
4 cups water or low-sodium chicken broth
1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chiles
1 (15.5-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15.5-ounce) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
1 (14-ounce) can corn kernels, drained
corn muffins, if desired


DIRECTIONS

1) Cook turkey as specified on the package. Always cook to well-done, 165°F as measured by a meat thermometer. Add onion, garlic, taco seasoning and ranch dressing; stir. Add water, tomatoes, beans and corn. Heat 20 to 30 minutes or until hot.
2) Serve with corn muffins, if desired.
* Always cook to an internal temperature of 165°F.

RECIPE NUTRITION INFORMATION

PER SERVING
Calories360
Protein26g
Carbohydrates48g
Fiber12g
Sugars5g
Fat8g
Cholesterol55mg
Sodium690mg
Saturated Fat2.5g
https://www.jennieo.com/recipes/820-turkey-taco-chili

Delicious Diabetic Casserole Recipes

From the Diabetic Living Online website its Delicious Diabetic Casserole Recipes. I love casseroles, hearty and classic comfort foods. Now make them healthier with these Diabetic Friendly Casserole Recipes. Recipes including; Garlic Cashew Chicken Casserole, Pork Stew with Amaranth Biscuit Topper, and Popover Pizza Casserole. Find them all at the Diabetic Living Online website. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2017!   http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/


Delicious Diabetic Casserole Recipes

Casseroles are one-dish wonders that are easy to make and can be full of nutritious food combinations, like the ones in this best-ever diabetic casserole recipe collection.


Garlic Cashew Chicken Casserole

You'll forget all about Chinese takeout with this delicious, protein-packed dish. Get a full serving of veggies in each 1-1/3-cup serving of this creamy, crunchy casserole recipe.....


Pork Stew with Amaranth Biscuit Topper

A fun take on a classic, this pork stew will be your go-to dinner recipe for deliciously guilt-free comfort. The hearty stew is topped with biscuits made from amaranth, a protein powerhouse that's packed with cholesterol-lowering vitamins and minerals......


Popover Pizza Casserole

This is the perfect recipe to sneak in veggies. With this dish's pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, and popover topping, picky eaters will be too distracted by the yummy pizza taste to notice.....



* Click the link below to get all the Delicious Diabetic Casserole Recipes
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Kitchen Hint of the Day!

Granny in the Burg passed this one along......


Use cold coffee instead of water when making a chocolate cake from a box. It gives the cake a rich, mocha flavor.

Grilled Ham and Swiss on Sour Dough Bread w/ Baked Fries

Dinner Tonight; Grilled Ham and Swiss on Sour Dough Bread w/ Baked Fries






Well they are wanting to release Dad from the Hospital but he's too weak to come home and all the Rehab and Recovery Centers are full. So I spent most of the day on the phone scrambling to find a place for Dad to go. The Case worker was calling around as I was and we finally got Dad into a unit in neighboring Fairfield, Ohio. So stressful today! Went on up to see Dad later in the afternoon. One long day today, ready to eat! Tonight I prepared a Grilled Ham and Swiss on Sour Dough Bread w/ Baked Fries.

I was running late the other day and made a Ham and Swiss Sandwich for a quick Dinner. I enjoyed it

so much I'm having it again tonight for Dinner but I'm Grilling it! To prepare the Sandwich I'll need; Boar's Head Sweet Slice Ham, Sargento Reduced Fat Swiss Cheese, French's Yellow Mustard, Kraft Reduced Fat Mayo w/ Olive Oil, and Kroger Bakery Sour Dough Bread. I used the flat top Griddle to grill it with. I sprayed the griddle with a very light coat of Pam Cooking Spray and and spread about 1/2 tablespoon of Blue Bonnet Light Butter on it. Heated it on medium heat. I also turned the oven on at 425 degrees.




While the griddle was heating I prepared the Sandwich. Took a slice of the Sour Dough Bread and

topped it with some of the Kraft Mayo, the Boar's Head Ham, the Sargento Swiss, French's Mustard, and added the top slice of the Sour Dough Bread. I then Buttered the bottom and top halves of the Bread with Blue Bonnet Butter. With the griddle heated I grilled my Sandwich. Grilled the bottom half just over 3 minutes, then flipped it over and grilled the other side about 2 1/2 minutes. Until both sides were golden brown! What a Sandwich, Sour Dough Bread just makes everything that much better! I'll have to buy another loaf of it sometime soon. Love the combo of Ham and Swiss!




I had already preheated the oven, so as the griddle was heating I baked my fries, I'm using Alexia Organic Yukon Select Fries. Seasoned them with McCormick Grinder Sea Salt and Black Peppercorn Medley. Baked them at 425 degrees for 16 minutes. They bake up beautifully and seasoned just right, excellent Shoestring Fry! Plus they are only 120 calories and 15 net carbs. For Dessert later a Weight Watcher's Snack Size Peanut and Caramel Ice Cream candy Bar.









Boar’s Head Sweet Slice Boneless Smoked Ham
With natural juices.

Enjoy the exceptional flavor of a traditional bone-in ham without the bone. Available in the Deli

retail case as a center of the plate item or at the Service Deli sliced by the pound for a sandwich of note.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 2 oz (56g)
Servings Per Container Varied
Amount Per Serving
Calories 60 Calories from Fat 20
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2.5g 4%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Trans Fat 0g
Monounsaturated Fat 1.5g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 20mg 7%
Sodium 520mg 22%
Potassium 160mg 5%
Total Carbohydrate 1g 0%
Dietary Fiber 0g 0%
Sugars 0g
Protein 10g 20%
http://boarshead.com/products/detail/11018-sweet-slice-brand-boneless-smoked-ham





Alexia Organic Yukon Select Fries

Lightly seasoned with sea salt, these Julienne Fries make your everyday French fry wonder where it

went wrong.

Ingredients: Organic Potatoes, Organic Canola Oil and/or Organic Sunflower Oil and/or Organic Safflower Oil, Sea Salt, Citric Acid.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 3 oz (84 g)
Per Serving % Daily Value*
Calories 120
Calories from Fat 36
Total Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 3g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 200mg 8%
Potassium 310mg 9%
Carbohydrates 18g 6%
Dietary Fiber 3g 12%
Sugars 0g
Protein 2g

https://www.alexiafoods.com/products/fries/yukon-gold-julienne-fries

Meanwhile back at the SayersBrook Bison Ranch.....Bison Pasta Salad

This week from the SayersBrook Bison Ranch (http://www.sayersbrook.com/) we have a recipe for Bison Pasta Salad! Made using SayersBrook Bison Summer Sausage. The Summer Sausage can be purchased here on the SayersBrook site (http://www.sayersbrook.com/). Not only will find a great selection of all Bison Meats and Products you'll also be able to selectfrom Elk, Hams, Wild Boar, Ostrich, and more! I've ordered the Elk Burger Patties and Bison Chopped Steak just last week, for the second time and both are two of my favorites! I've also have some Ground Wild Boar that I make into Burger Patties. Along with the Meats check out all the SayerBrook recipes too. On to the Bison Pasta Salad.

Bison Pasta Salad

Ingredients:
1 lb. cooked cork screw noodles
1 (8-oz.) can black olives, chopped
10 cherry tomatoes
12 oz. Bison summer sausage, chopped
7 T. Parmesan cheese, grated into small pieces
1 (16-oz.) Seven Seas Viva Herbs
1 bunch broccoli flowerets Spices dressing
2 sm. zucchini, thinly sliced
8 green onions, chopped
Preparation:

Combine cooked noodles, broccoli, onions, zucchini, cheese and dressing in dish. Refrigerate overnight. Add Bison summer sausage and tomatoes just before serving. Serves 8.
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Top Diabetic Vegetarian Recipes

From the Diabetic Living Online website its Top Diabetic Vegetarian Recipes. Delicious and healthy Vegetarian Recipes. Recipes including; Easy Pasta and Pepper Primavera, Kale-Powered Pasta, and Stuffed Zucchini with Black Beans, Corn, and Poblano Pepper. Find them all at the Diabetic Living Online website. Enjoy and Eat Healthy! http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/

Top Diabetic Vegetarian Recipes

Satisfy your hunger with our favorite diabetic vegetarian recipes (think yummy pastas, salads, wraps, and soups). Our meatless meal recipes are packed with tasty and healthful veggies -- perfect for dinner tonight!



Easy Pasta and Pepper Primavera

Packed with fiber and protein, this simple-to-make pasta dish is a great Italian recipe for a busy weeknight meal -- plus, it has fewer than 300 calories per serving.....


Kale-Powered Pasta

Need something fast and healthy for dinner tonight? This savory pasta dish has fewer than 225 calories per serving and will be ready in 20 minutes......


Stuffed Zucchini with Black Beans, Corn, and Poblano Pepper

Zucchini relleno! Poblano chile peppers give this Mexican-inspired recipe mild heat. Kick up the spice of the zucchini stuffing by sprinkling it with a little carb-free hot sauce......



* Click the link below to get all the Top Diabetic Vegetarian Recipes
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Kitchen Hint of the Day!

Here's one I haven't tried but our neighbor uses all the time.......


For golden brown chicken every time, put a few drops of yellow food coloring in the shortening before it has heated.

50+ Deliciously Healthy Low-Carb and Gluten-Free Superbowl Appetizer Recipes

50+ Deliciously Healthy Low-Carb and Gluten-Free Superbowl Appetizer Recipes

Fried Shrimp w/ Roasted Butternut Squash and Green Beans/ Diced Potatoes

Dinner Tonight: Fried Shrimp w/ Roasted Butternut Squash and Green Beans/ Diced Potatoes






Spent most of the day at the Hospital with Dad. He seems to be doing better. They found that he has a bladder infection which was causing some of the discomfort. So hopefully he's on the right track to getting better and returning home!  Straightened up the house and took a quick nap. For Dinner for me and Mom I prepared Fried Shrimp w/ Roasted Butternut Squash and Green Beans/ Diced Potatoes. A much needed delicious and hot meal after a long morning and afternoon.







While at Kroger yesterday I picked up more of the huge Freshwater Shrimp. My family absolutely love these Shrimp! I rinsed them off in cold water and removed the shells, they were already deveined. To prepare these I’m using McCormick Golden Dipt Cracker Meal Seafood Fry Mix.







Poured about 1 inch of olive oil into large skillet. Heat oil to 350°F on medium heat. I then took a 1/2 cup of the Cracker Meal Mix in a Hefty Zip Lock Plastic Bag. Take the peeled shrimp, 3 at a time and place them in the bag and shake until Shrimp had a nice coating on them. Had all the Shrimp coated I then began to fry them. Frying them about 3 minutes the shrimp, a few pieces at a time, in the hot oil until light golden brown turning after 1 1/2 minutes. Drain on paper towel lined plate . The McCormick Cracker Meal Mix was excellent! Nice crunch and seasoning!




Then for one side I prepared some Roasted Butternut Squash, easy recipe for some delicious

Butternut Squash! This has quickly become a family favorite. I purchased 1 small package of Diced Butternut Squash at Kroger. They sell packages of it that they dice up. This is a lot easier than peeling and seeding one yourself, especially if you don’t have a good knife to cut it. I’ll need; 1 package of Diced Butternut Squash, Crumbled Bacon Bits, 1 tablespoon Extra Light Olive Oil, 1 1/2 teaspoons McCormick Grinder Sea Salt, and 1 teaspoon McCormick Grinder Peppercorn Medley.






For another side I heated up a can of Del Monte Cut Green Beans and Potatoes. I really like using the Del Monte Cut Green Beans and New Potatoes, contains 2 of my favorite vegetables (Green Beans and Potatoes). I also baked a loaf of La Brea Whole Grain Bread, for Mom and Dad. For dessert later a Weight watcher’s Cookies and Cream Ice Cream Bar.











McCormick Cracker Meal Seafood Fry Mix

Cracker Meal Seafood Fry Mix adds extra crunchiness to fried and baked foods. All ingredients have

been specially selected to provide a superior coating that seals in natural juices for fish, seafood, poultry, meats and vegetables.

Ingredients
Enriched Bleached Wheat Flour (Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, And Folic Acid), Whey (Milk), Dextrose, And Soybean Oil.

Serving size
1/4 cup Mix (32g)

All You Need
1/2 cup Cracker Meal
1 lb. Fish or Seafood*
Water or Milk
Vegetable Oil
Directions
1. POUR Cracker Meal into shallow dish or large plastic bag. Moisten fish, cut into serving-size pieces, or seafood with water or milk. Shake off excess.
2. COAT fish, several pieces at a time, evenly with Cracker Meal. Let stand 5 minutes. Discard any remaining Cracker Meal. Fry as directed below. Serve with McCormick® Cocktail Sauce or Tartar Sauce. Use the entire package to coat 4 lbs. fish or seafood.

*Best with tilapia, trout, catfish, shrimp, or scallops. Also try with shucked oysters and clams, or soft-shell crabs (pierce several times before coating).

Pan Fry: Pour oil to a depth of 1/4 inch in a large skillet; heat to 350°F on medium heat. Fry fish, in batches, 2 to 4 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Drain on paper towels.

Oven Fry: Cover bottom of shallow baking pan with melted butter. Arrange fish or seafood in a single layer in pan; turn to coat with butter. Bake in preheated 425ºF oven 10 to 20 minutes until golden brown around edges and fish flakes easily with a fork.

Flavorful Tips:
• For a thicker coating, dip fish in a mixture of 3 tbsp. milk and 2 beaten eggs before coating with Cracker Meal.
• Coat boneless skinless chicken breast halves or chicken parts as directed. Bake in 400ºF oven 20 to 30 minutes for chicken breast halves or 45 to 50 minutes for chicken parts.
• Use Cracker Meal instead of bread crumbs when making meat loaf or meat balls.
http://www.mccormick.com/spices-and-flavors/seafood/breading-and-batters/cracker-meal-seafood-fry-mix

Jennie - O Recipe of the Week - Easy Turkey Samosas

This week's Jennie - O Recipe of the Week is - Easy Turkey Samosas. I wasn't sure exactly what a Samosawas so I found it on wiki which said; A samosa is a fried or baked dish with a savory filling, such as spiced potatoes, onions, peas, lentils, macaroni, noodles or minced meat. Pine nuts can also be added. There you have it! This one is made using JENNIE-O® Lean Ground Turkey, several Spices and Eggroll Wrappers. You can find this recipe at the Jennie - O website along with all the other delicious and healthy recipes at the site. Enjoy and Make the Switch in 2017!  https://www.jennieo.com/

Easy Turkey Samosas

Samosas, made popular in Southeast Asia, are hitting restaurants across the U.S. and we’re not surprised. This recipe features a savory filling wrapped and fried crispy. Try them as an appetizer or entrée tonight!

INGREDIENTS

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 (1-pound) package JENNIE-O® Lean Ground Turkey
½ cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground chili powder
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
12 eggroll wrappers
vegetable oil for frying
DIRECTIONS

1) In large skillet add oil. Cook ground turkey as specified on the package. Always cook to well-done, 165°F as measured by a meat thermometer.
2) Add onions, cumin, coriander, chili powder, and salt. Stir in cilantro leaves and cool completely.
3) Brush edges of wrapper with water. Place 3 tablespoons of turkey mixture in center of eggroll wrapper. Fold top corners over filling creating a triangle at the top. Fold point of triangle down and fold bottom corners over top of triangle to seal.
4) Heat oil to 325°F in large deep sided skillet or Dutch oven. Place samosas in hot oil, in small batches and cook 2 to 3 minutes or until lightly browned.
* Always cook to an internal temperature of 165°F.

RECIPE NUTRITION INFORMATION

PER SERVING
Calories 270
Protein 19g
Carbohydrates 30g
Fiber 1g
Sugars 2g
Fat 8g
Cholesterol 55mg
Sodium 480mg
Saturated Fat 2g
https://www.jennieo.com/recipes/1107-easy-turkey-samosas

Recipes that Sneak In Veggies

From the Daibetic Living Online website its Recipes that Sneak In Veggies. Need to get more Vegetables into your meals, well here's some great recipes to do that. Recipes including; Spaghetti Squash with Chili, BBQ Chicken Bites, and Turkey-Vegetable ‘Sushi’. Find them all at the Diabetic Living Online website. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2017!  http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/

Recipes that Sneak In Veggies

Looking for healthy vegetable recipes that taste great, too? With our flavorful veggie recipes, it’s easy to transform produce—spinach, carrots, tomatoes, peppers, you name it—from bland to brilliant. Each of these delicious and diabetes-friendly meals is loaded with color and nutrients. And best of all, because vegetables are low in calories, you can add more food to your plate!



Spaghetti Squash with Chili

Swap out heavy noodles with spaghetti squash to cut back on carbs and calories. We also sneaked onion, garlic, tomatoes, green chiles, and corn into the chili to add even more nutrients and flavor to the diabetic ....



BBQ Chicken Bites

Barbecued chicken is always a hit at parties. Instead of serving with buns or crackers, scoop the mouthwatering meat into miniature pepper halves. You’ll get flavorful crunch for fewer calories and carbs......


Turkey-Vegetable ‘Sushi’

It only takes a few minutes to make these cute little appetizers stuffed with crunchy carrots, zucchini, and red sweet pepper. The cheesy turkey treats are low-carb, low-calorie, and low-fat.



* Click the link below to get all the Recipes that Sneak In Veggies
http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/diabetic-recipes/main-dishes/recipes-sneak-veggies

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

Thinking of making your own Bread........


For a shiny bread crust, brush the top with a mixture of 1 beaten egg and 1 tablespoon of milk before baking.

Kitchen Closed!

Dinner Tonight: Kitchen Closed today


We had to call 911 and have Dad taken back to the Hospital. He was so weak he couldn't even get up

from chair. It looks as though they are going to keep him there for 1-2 days and then move him to a Rehab and Assisted Living Center to see if they can build his strength back up, hopefully it's not a permanent move. So its been a very long day for all of us. I picked up a Salad at the Hospital Cafeteria for a late Lunch. I returned home about 5:00 this afternoon. Too tired to cook! I just made a Ham Sandwich with a few Potato Chips for Dinner. I used Boar's Head Sweet Sliced Ham, French's Yellow Mustard, Kroger Bakery Sour Dough Bread, Ruffle's Reduced Fat Potato Chips, Helluva French Onion Dip. Not a bad last-minute Dinner! Kitchen will reopen tomorrow!

It's Nuts I Tell you.........Organic Peeled Tiger Nuts

This week from nuts.com (https://nuts.com/) its Organic Peeled Tiger Nuts. I had never heard of these and wanted to find out about them. I came across them at the Nuts website (https://nuts.com/). All different types of Nuts are just one of many items you'll find there, Items like DRIED FRUIT, CHOCOLATES and SWEETS, SNACKS, COFFEE and TEA, COOKING and BAKING, GIFTS, and more! Most items may be purchased in small amounts or in Bulk. Plus Everyday Free Shipping, check for details. So be sure to check the Nuts site (https://nuts.com/) for all your healthy items and be sure to check all the delicious and healthy recipe ideas! Now about the Organic Peeled Tiger Nuts.


Organic Peeled Tiger Nuts
Meet the tiger nut - the superfood once cherished by our paleo ancestors is now available for your snacking pleasure! Despite the name, tiger nuts are not actually nuts, but small root vegetables. They are known for being an excellent source of resistant starch: a beneficial prebiotic fiber that helps burn fat and reduce hunger. Our Certified Organic peeled tiger nuts have a sweet, nutty flavor and no skin for a soft texture that makes them easier to chew. They are also non-GMO.

How to Eat Tiger Nuts
Peeled tiger nuts are a perfect healthy snack that can be enjoyed straight out of the bag. The firm

outer skin has been removed from our tiger nuts so that you don’t need to soak them overnight. Nonetheless, they are still a chewy treat with a texture that is similar to fresh coconut. As you continue to chew on these tasty tiger nuts, you will begin to experience their nutty and slightly sweet taste. If you prefer a softer texture, the tiger nuts can be soaked for a couple hours prior to eating, although this step is not necessary given that the tiger nuts are already peeled.

Mix tiger nuts with other nuts and dried fruit for a unique trail mix, or stir them in oatmeal for a boost of energy and protein. They can even be blended into a sweet and creamy Spanish-style horchata beverage (see recipe below), or strained to make non-dairy tiger nut milk. Alternatively you can make your own tiger nut flour by grinding them in a food processor; the flour can be used to make paleo-friendly and gluten-free baked goods such as breads, muffins and pancakes.

Tiger Nuts Nutrition
Tiger nuts are packed with protein, fiber, healthy fats, and minerals like potassium, calcium and iron. Most notably, tiger nuts are recognized for being an excellent source of resistant starch, which may help reduce blood sugar, support weight loss, and improve gut health. The best part? There’s research to back this up. Check out these promising studies that demonstrate the health benefits of resistant starch:

1) Help control blood sugar levels. Thanks to their rich source of resistant starch, tiger nuts may improve insulin sensitivity. A study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition (2005) examined the effects of dietary resistant starch on insulin sensitivity: the body’s ability to use the hormone insulin to reduce elevated blood glucose levels. Ten healthy participants received 30 grams of resistant starch per day for a period of four weeks. The results concluded that dietary resistant starch has the potential to improve insulin sensitivity.

2) Support weight loss goals. Trying to lose those extra pounds? Tiger nuts may be the belly-slimming superfood you’ve been seeking. The Journal of Nutrition (2012) published a study that evaluated the impact of resistant starch on the diets of overweight and obese men. The men received 15-30 grams of resistant starch per day, and by the end of the study they showed significant improvements in insulin sensitivity. Better insulin sensitivity can result in faster weight loss.

3) Improve digestive health. Take care of your gut just by snacking on some tiger nuts. Resistant starch comes to the rescue yet again when we’re talking about digestive health. The review journal Advances in Nutrition (2013) looked at studies examining the effects of resistant starch on gut bacterial metabolism and gut microbiota. Research shows that resistant starch can provide energy for the good bacteria in the gut. The studies reviewed also suggest that the interactions between gut microbiota and prebiotics, including resistant starches, may be able to prevent or correct human diseases such as obesity, diabetes, and inflammatory diseases.

Tiger Nut Horchata Recipe
If you're familiar with Mexican horchata, you'll love this traditional Spanish-style version just as

much, if not more! To make tiger nut horchata, first hydrate one cup of tiger nuts by soaking them in water for 24 hours. Blend the hydrated tiger nuts into a paste, adding water as needed. Strain the tiger nut liquid thoroughly through a sieve. Add four cups of hot water and blend until desired consistency is achieved. Sweeten your homemade tiger nut horchata with a touch of cinnamon and sugar. Enjoy! (This recipe makes two servings).

Fun Fact about Tiger Nuts
Also known as chufa nuts or nookon, tiger nuts made up about 80% of our Paleo ancestors’ diet around two million years ago. Not actually nuts, they are considered tubers, small root vegetables. Tiger nuts are an allergy-friendly food because they are gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free, egg-free and even (you guessed it!) nut-free. It's a rarity to come across someone who is allergic to tiger nuts!

Ingredients
Organic Peeled TigerNuts Packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, soy, and milk products.

Nutrition Facts
Serving size 30g (~1.1 oz.)

Amount per serving
Calories 137
Calories from Fat 81
%DV
Total Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 2g 8%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 0mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 18g 6%
Dietary Fiber 3g 13%
Sugars 5g
Protein 1g
Vitamin A 0%
Vitamin C 1%
Calcium 1%
Iron 4%
Storage
Store in a cool dry place. Refrigeration is not needed.
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Clean-Eating Snack Recipes

From the EatingWell website its Clean-Eating Snack Recipes. Healthy and delicious clean eating snack recipes. Including recipes;  Spiced Chickpea "Nuts", Roasted Eggplant and Feta Dip, and Loaded Sweet Potato Nacho Fries (Can't wait to try this one). Find them all at the EatingWell website or if you subscribe to the EatingWell Magazine!  http://www.eatingwell.com/


Clean-Eating Snack Recipes

Find healthy, delicious clean eating snack recipes, from the food and nutrition experts at EatingWell.



Spiced Chickpea "Nuts"

When roasted in a hot oven, chickpeas become super crunchy. They're a great low-fat substitute for nuts when salty cravings hit.


Roasted Eggplant and Feta Dip

This roasted eggplant and feta dip gets a kick from a fresh chile pepper and cayenne pepper. There are countless variations on this classic Greek dip. Out-of-season eggplant or eggplant that has been heavily watered often has an abundance of seeds, which make the vegetable bitter. Be sure to taste the dip before you serve it; if it's a touch bitter, you can remedy that with a little sugar. Serve with toasted pita crisps or as a sandwich spread.


Loaded Sweet Potato Nacho Fries

Bump up the vitamin A and fiber when you swap tortilla chips for sweet potatoes in this healthy recipe. Serve as an appetizer at your next party or turn it into dinner by adding chicken, tofu, shrimp or more beans for protein.



* Click the link below to get all the Clean-Eating Snack Recipes
http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/18327/clean-eating/snacks

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

Mom uses this one all the time........


Rinse measuring cup in hot water before using syrup, oil, etc. Will pour out clean and not stick to cup.

Buffalo Teres Major Steak and Sauteed Mushrooms w/ Roasted Garlic Cauliflower and Mini Ears of Sweet Corn

Dinner Tonight: Buffalo Teres Major Steak and Sauteed Mushrooms w/ Roasted Garlic Cauliflower and Mini Ears of Sweet Corn.




For Breakfast this morning I prepared a toasted Healthy Life Whole Grain English Muffin that I

topped with some of my favorite Jam, Smucker's Sugarless Blackberry Jam. Along with that morning cup of Bigelow Decaf Green Tea, I was set for the morning! A lot cooler morning than we've been having out there, 35 degrees. For the day it was around 58 degrees and showers on and off. After Breakfast I went to Walmart, needed some Bigelow Decaf Green Tea and printing ink for the copier. Stopped by the bank and dropped a couple of letters at the Post Office on the way back. Back at home did some light cleaning around the house. For Dinner tonight I prepared a Buffalo Teres Major Steak and Sauteed Mushrooms w/ Roasted Garlic Cauliflower and Mini Ears of Sweet Corn.


I used the Wild Idea Buffalo 8oz. Buffalo Teres Major Fillets that I had just ordered from Wild Idea.

It's sometimes tough to find these Steaks, they sell out as soon as they become available because they are so tender! Beyond any doubts one of the most tender cuts of any steak, Beef or Buffalo, you can find. I pan fried it in Extra Light Olive Oil and seasoned it with a bit of Crushed Dry Thyme along with McCormick Grinder Sea Salt and Black Peppercorn. I fried it about 4 minutes on one side and about 3 1/2 minutes on the other side, it gets done very quickly because it’s so lean. The Fillet came out medium rare with a beautiful char on it! These Wild Idea Buffalo Teres Major Steaks are tender and delicious, love them! I also prepared some Sauteed Mushrooms to go with my Steak. I don't think there's a better partner for Steak than Mushrooms!


For one side I prepared a bag of Path of Life All Natural Roasted Garlic Cauliflower. I purchase this
at our local Meijer here in West Chester. Love shopping at Meijer, great selection of products! I had purchased a couple of Bags of it and had used one earlier. So to prepare the Cauliflower; It comes in a microwavable steamable bag. Just heated for 4 minutes, let it stand for 1 minute and serve. I’ve got another keeper product here! Fantastic Roasted Garlic flavor and they’re only 80 calories and 3 net carbs.





Then I boiled some Green Giant Mini Ears of Sweet Corn. As good and sweeter than fresh Corn on the Cob. As all frozen Green Giant Products, the items always taste fresh when prepared. For Dessert later tonight I’ll be having a new one from Weight Watcher's, Peanut Butter Caramel Ice Cream Candy Bar .














Wild Idea Buffalo - 8 OZ. TERES MAJOR FILET

The Teres Major, also known as the Shoulder Tender, is second most tender cut on the animal. Cut from the blade of the shoulder within the primal chuck, it is considered to be of similar quality to the filet mignon with its mouth-watering flavor and tenderness.
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Path of Life All Natural Roasted Garlic Cauliflower

Cauliflower seasoned with roasted garlic, extra virgin olive oil, parsley and sea salt in a convenient steambag.

Ingredients
Cauliflower, extra virgin olive oil, roasted garlic, parsley, sea salt.Path of Life All Natural Roasted Garlic Cauliflower

Nutrition Facts
AMOUNT PER SERVING % DAILY VALUE *
Calories 80
Calories from fat 50
Total Fat 6g 9%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 580mg 24%
Total Carbohydrate 5g 2%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Sugars 2g
Protein 2g
http://www.pathoflifebrand.com/products/frozen-vegetable-side-dishes/all-natural-roasted-garlic-cauliflower/