Seasoned Haddock w/ Oven Roasted Fingerling Potatoes and Mini Ears of Sweet Corn

Dinner Tonight: Seasoned Haddock w/ Oven Roasted Fingerling Potatoes and Mini Ears of Sweet Corn





For Breakfast this morning I had another of the al fresco Apple Maple Chicken Sausage Breakfast

Patties. I love this Sausage, so good! I found more of these at Meijer the other day and picked a few of the packages up. I love making these and making them into a Breakfast Sandwich, the patties are the perfect size for English Muffins. I fried the patty for 8 minutes and as that was cooking I toasted a Healthy Life Whole Grain English Muffin. Along with my Breakfast Sandwich I had that morning cup of Bigelow Decaf Green Tea. Passing showers this morning and then mostly sunny and 75 degrees. I got my cart out of the shed and cleaned it today, a much needed cleaning!Then repotted a couple of plants for Mom. For Dinner tonight its Seasoned Haddock w/ Oven Roasted Fingerling Potatoes and Mini Ears of Sweet Corn


I had purchased 2 Haddock fillets from Kroger a while back. I had rinsed both fillets and cut into

smaller pieces. I ended up with 3 bags, I had one the day I purchased them and having the last bag

tonight. So I grabbed one of the plastic bag and laid it in the fridge overnight to thaw. So to prepare them I seasoned them with just a bit of Sea Salt and put the pieces in a Hefty Zip Plastic Bag where I then added Zatarain’s Lemon Pepper Breading Mix. Shook until all the pieces were well coated. Shook off the excess and pan fried them in Extra Virgin Olive Oil, frying them about 3 minutes per side until golden brown. Haddock and Zatarain’s Lemon Pepper Mix, the perfect combo. The Zatarain’s Breading and Seasonings are my favorites. I love Haddock it cooks up so nicely and I love the flavor and how meaty it is.



Then for another side I prepared some Roasted Fingerling Potatoes. Started by washing the Potatoes off in cold water. I then cut the Fingerling Potatoes in half, lengthwise. Put the Potatoes in a large bowl seasoned them with; Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Garlic Powder, Sea Salt, Pepper, Chili Powder, and Kraft Reduced Fat Parmesan Grated Cheese to top the Potatoes with. Using a cookie sheet lined with foil I spread the Potatoes out on the sheet . Then Roasted them at 400 degrees until they were fork tender, about 20 minutes. Still can’t figure out why it’s so hard to find Fingerling Potatoes in this area. Still only 1 store around here locally that sells them, so thank you Jungle Jim’s!




I also boiled some Green Giant Mini Ears of Sweet Corn. If you’ve never tried the Green Giant Corn
you need to! It’s frozen Mini Ears of sweet Corn and you just boil for 10 minutes and you have some of the Sweetest Corn you can find! For dessert later a Weight Watcher’s Cookies and Cream Ice Cream Bar.









Oven-Roasted Fingerling Potato Fries

Ingredients:

Fingerling Potatoes
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Garlic Powder
Sea Salt
Pepper
Chili Powder
Kraft Reduced Fat Parmesan Grated Cheese
Directions:

1.) Thoroughly clean and scrub the potatoes.

2.) Cut the potatoes in half and add to a large mixing bowl.

3.) Add the olive oil. I used about 1 tablespoon, but this will vary by how many potatoes you use. Just use enough oil to give the potatoes a nice coat. Add your seasonings.

4.) Put on a baking sheet and sprinkle with the Parmesan Grated Cheese

5.) Roast in the oven for 25-35 minutes at 450 degrees. The potatoes should be tender in the middle when done.




Zatarain’s Crispy Southern Fish Fri

The secret of authentic Southern style fried fish is the crispy combination of cornmeal, corn flour, spices and lemon juice captured in this special Zatarain’s Frying Mix.

Amount Per Serving % Daily Value
Calories: 60
Calories from Fat: 0
Total Fat: 0g 0%
Saturated Fat: 0g 0%
Cholesterol: 0mg 0%
Sodium: 630mg 26%
Total Carb: 12g 4%
Dietary Fiber: 0 0%
Sugar: 0g
Protein: 1g
Vitamin A: 2%
http://www.zatarains.com/Products/Breadings-and-Fry-Mixes/Crispy-Southern

Ohio Festivals June 2-4, 2017

June 2-4, 2017 Newark Strawberry Festival - Newark, Ohio
The annual festival, 'Strawberries on the Square.'  will include entertainment throughout the weekend, Miss Strawberry Pageant, midway rides, food and craft vendors of all types, and of course our "world famous" Kiwanis Strawberry Shortcake.

http://www.newarkstrawberryfestival.com/


June 3, 2017 - Bacon & Cheese Festival - Fairfield, Ohio

Come one, come all! Jungle Jim’s Bacon & Cheese Festival is a one day celebration of all things tasty in the world of bacon and cheese. If you’re ready to go whole hog and explore everything great about these two tasty titans, then this is the festival for you.

http://www.junglejims.com/junglefests/


June 3-4, 2017  Troy Strawberry Festival - Troy, Ohio
Troy celebrates its place as the center of Ohio's strawberry production the first weekend of June. Featured are the strawberries, of course, and they come in all sorts of taste-tempting treats from shortcake to donuts to strawberry pie. Also to be enjoyed are the many arts and crafts booths, the athletic competitions, and the entertainment. One of the largest and best-attended festivals in the Midwest.  Attendance: 150,000.

http://gostrawberries.com/

Wild Idea Buffalo Recipe of the Week - HOT DOG DAYS OF SUMMER

HOT DOG DAYS OF SUMMER

No matter how you like to top your dog, the key ingredient is still the hot dog itself. Wild Idea's skinless Buffalo Hot Dogs are made from our 100% premium grass-fed buffalo meat and organic seasonings. We also recently introduced a dairy free option, for those with special dietary requirements. So fire up the grill and spread out your favorite toppings. Below are a few of our favorites.




Pizza Dog Topping: Pizza Sauce & melted Mozzarella. You might also want to add some Wild Idea's

Buffalo Pepperoni!

HLT: Hot Dog, Lettuce & Tomato with Mayo. Wild Idea Buffalo Bacon might be an additional tasty topping too!

Relish & Onion Dog: Pickled Relish & Chopped Onions.

Keep it Simple: Ketchup & Mustard.

Pickled Dog: Peperoncini, Pickled Jalapeños and Red Onions.

Chili Cheese Dog: Hot Dog smothered in Chili & Cheese!

Other favorite toppings: Coleslaw, Sauerkraut, & B.B.Q Sauce.
https://wildideabuffalo.com/blogs/recipes/93332481-hot-dog-days-of-summer




BRATS, HOT DOGS, & SAUSAGES

All of our brats, hot dogs & sausages are made in-house from our 100% free-roaming grass-fed buffalo meat, with just the right amount of spice! The result: delicious-tasting products that are good and good for you too! What a Wild Idea!  *All products are made without the use of added nitrites or nitrates, except for those naturally occurring in sea salt and celery powder.
https://wildideabuffalo.com/collections/brats-sausages-hot-dogs

Healthy Root Vegetable Recipes

From the EatingWell website its Healthy Root Vegetable Recipes. Delicious and healthy Root Vegetable Recipes including; Cider-Glazed Roots with Cinnamon Walnuts, Chile-Garlic Roasted Sweet Potatoes, and Root Vegetable Stew with Herbed Dumplings. Find these and more all at the EatingWell website. Enjoy and Eat Healthy!  http://www.eatingwell.com/



Healthy Root Vegetable Recipes

Easy, healthy recipes for root vegetables, including carrots, parsnips, beets, potatoes and more.



Cider-Glazed Roots with Cinnamon Walnuts
Here we roast a variety of roots with a brown sugar-cider glaze. Make them instead of candied sweet potatoes at your Thanksgiving celebration. If you include red beets, the whole dish will take on a gorgeous ruby hue.......


Chile-Garlic Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Give ordinary roasted sweet potatoes a big flavor boost with this quick, Asian-inspired seasoning mix.........


Root Vegetable Stew with Herbed Dumplings
This root vegetable stew is flecked with sausage and topped with whole-wheat herbed dumplings. Turn up the heat by using hot Italian sausage or make it crowd-pleasing with sweet sausage. If you find beets or turnips with their greens still attached, the greens of one bunch should yield just enough for this dish. Otherwise use whatever dark leafy greens look fresh at the market..........




* Click the link below to get all the Healthy Root Vegetable Recipes
http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/22304/ingredients/vegetables/root/slideshow/healthy-root-vegetable-recipes/

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

When buying Spinach.......


Choose leaves that are crisp and have dark green with a nice fresh fragrance.  Avoid those that are limp, damaged, or spotted. 1 pound of fresh spinach leaves will cook down to about 1 cup cooked spinach.

Mettwurst on Bun w/ Spaetzle with Sage

Dinner Tonight: Mettwurst on Bun w/ Spaetzle with Sage





For Breakfast this morning I a al fresco Apple Maple Chicken Sausage Breakfast Patty. I found more

of these at Meijer the other day and picked a few of the packages up. I love making these and making them into a Breakfast Sandwich. I fried the patty for 8 minutes and as that was cooking I toasted a Healthy Life Whole Grain English Muffin. Along with my Breakfast Sandwich I had that morning cup of Bigelow Decaf Green Tea. Partly sunny with a passing shower, 77 degrees. After I had Breakfast I went up to McDonald's and picked up Breakfast for Mom and Dad. Later in the day I went to Home Depot, I'm still getting estimates and picking out back splash tiles for the kitchen. Back home did a few things around the house. For dinner tonight a little German Cuisine flair tonight, Mettwurst on Bun w/ Spaetzle with Sage.

I came across some Bluegrass Lean Mettwurst while at Jungle Jim's Market and grabbed a couple of packages of it. I froze one package and kept the other one in the fridge, and having them for Dinner tonight.














To prepare them I used a medium size skillet and added the Metts. I then added water to the pan, just enough water to cover about a 1/4 of the Mett. Turned the heat on medium and covered the pan. I turned the Metts frequently to get a nice even cook on them. When the water had boiled down I cooked them an extra 3 minutes to brown them. They turned out fantastic, nice and meaty! I served it on a Healthy Life Whole Grain Hot Dog Bun topped with French's Spicy Brown Mustard.




To go with my Mett I prepared some Maggi Spaetzle (Authentic German Dumplings). I make these

from time to time, really enjoy them. To prepare them I followed the package cooking instructions; brought 4 quarts of water to a boil in a large saucepan. Stirred in the Spaetzle; boiled uncovered, for about 27 minutes (until tender). Drained it and set aside. Then melted 2 tablespoons of Blue Bonnet Light Butter over medium heat. Added 2 tablespoons of Dried Rubbed Sage and 1 Clove Minced Garlic. Stirred frequently for another 2 minutes. Added the finished Spaetzle. Reduced the heat to low; cook, stirring occasionally, for 4 minutes. Seasoned with Sea Salt and Pepper and served. Comes out so flavorful and Dumplings so tender. Makes one excellent side dish. Something a little different, a very good dinner tonight!




Bluegrass Deliciously Lean Mettwurst
* 65% Less Fat
* 42% Fewer Calories

* 25% Less Sodium
*No MSG
* Gluten Free

Deliciously Lean Mettwurst
This Mettwurst is targeted at the consumer that is
into a healthier lifestyle. It is skinless and fully
cooked.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 link (66g)
Servings Per Container 6
Amount Per Serving
Calories 100 Calories from Fat 50
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6g 9%
Sat. Fat 2g 10%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 30mg 10%
Sodium 590mg 25%
Total Carbohydrate 4g 1%
Dietary Fiber 0g 0%
Sugars 2g
Protein 9g



Maggi: Authentic German Dumplings
You and maggi make great meals. Enjoy maggi spaetzle as a satisfying main course or as a delicious side dish To accompany your favorite meal. Tastes great with chicken or beef. Recipes for: creamy spaetzle with sage; spaetzle, ham & mushrooms; And, cheese & onion SPAETZLE.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 46 G
Servings Per Container 6
Amount Per Serving
Calories 170 Calories from Fat 10
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1 G 2
Saturated Fat 0 G
Trans Fat 0 G
Cholesterol 30 Mg 10
Sodium 350 Mg 14
Total Carbohydrate 32 G 11
Dietary Fiber 2 G 7
Sugars 1 G
Protein 6 G

Diabetic Dish of the Week - Diabetic Sunshine Orange Cake

This week's Diabetic Dish of the Week is a Diabetic Sunshine Orange Cake. Splenda replaces the sugar used for the recipe. It's only 120 calories and 15 carbs preserving. The recipe comes from the Diabetic Gourmet Magazine website. You'll find a great selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes at the Diabetic Gourmet website. Enjoy and Eat Healthy!  http://diabeticgourmet.com/


Diabetic Sunshine Orange Cake
A carb-controlled dessert the whole family can enjoy.

Ingredients

1/3 cup margarine
1/4 cup brown sugar replacement (Sugar Twin Brown)
1 teaspoon sugar replacement (Splenda or Sugar Twin)
1 large egg
1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/3 cup raisins, or finely chopped fresh apple
1 teaspoon grated orange zest (peel)
2/3 cup unsweetened orange juice

Directions

1 - Preheat oven to 350F. Lightly coat an 8x8x2-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
2 - In a mixing bowl, combine margarine, sweeteners and egg. Beat on medium speed 2-3 minutes; scraping sides of bowl as necessary.
3 - In medium bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda and cinnamon. Stir in raisins or apples and orange zest. Add to first mixture, alternating with the orange juice, beginning and ending with the flour mixture.
4 - Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake 18-20 minutes, or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool cake in pan on wire rack.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
Calories: 120
Protein: 2g
Sodium: 150 mg
Cholesterol: 25 mg
Fat: 6g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Exchanges: 1 Bread/Starch, 1 Fat

http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/328.shtml

Our Best Potluck Recipes

From the Diabetic Living Online website its Our Best Potluck Recipes. Diabetic Friendly  entire meal Potluck recipes. Delicious recipes including; Green Beans with Peppers and Pineapple, Five-Spice Chicken Wings, and Thai Turkey Burgers. You can find these and more all at the Diabrtic Living Online website. Enjoy and Eat Healthy!  http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/


Our Best Potluck Recipes

We've gathered a list of our most popular crowd-pleasing recipes! These desserts, main dishes, and appetizers are perfect for potlucks.



Green Beans with Peppers and Pineapple

This low-carb side dish is both tasty and striking. Our unique green bean recipe incorporates fresh pineapple and lime for a summery spin on the potluck classic......


Five-Spice Chicken Wings

Add an Asian flair to wings with plum sauce and five-spice powder. Potluck guests will never know these wings are diabetes-friendly -- each has just 32 calories, 1 gram of fat, and 3 grams of carb.......


Thai Turkey Burgers

Skip traditional mustard and ketchup, and instead flavor low-fat turkey patties with curry, basil, and a savory peanut sauce. Top with fresh mango slices for a burger that has 213 calories, 4 grams of fat, and 23 grams of carb per serving.........




* Click the link below to get all the Our Best Potluck Recipes
http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/diabetic-recipes/main-dishes/our-best-potluck-recipes?page=0

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

A little Ginger..........


You can keep raw ginger in a sealed plastic bag in the freezer, and it will last pretty much forever. Best of all, you don't need to defrost it before you grate it into stir-fries, sauces, or whatever else making.

Crispy Chicken Strips w/ Sharp Cheddar and Bacon Mac/Cheese

Dinner Tonight: Crispy Chicken Strips w/ Sharp Cheddar and Bacon Mac/Cheese




Well a Happy Memorial Day to all of you out there! For Breakfast I had the leftover Skillet Potatoes

and Ham for Breakfast. to make this I used 1 package of Simply Potatoes Steakhouse Seasoned Diced Potatoes and a package of Meijer Diced Ham. Just cook the Potatoes according to the package instructions and with about 5 minutes of cooking time left add the Diced Ham. Topped it off with a Sunnyside Up Egg. The Egg gives the dish such a great creaminess. I also made that morning cup of Bigelow Decaf Green Tea. It's a near perfect day out there today! Sunny, 81 degrees, and beautiful! After Lunch I went with Mom to a couple of different Cemeteries. We always take flowers out to my brother, grand parents, aunt, and uncle. Back home I got the cart out a took a ride around the neighborhood and enjoyed this beautiful day. For Dinner tonight I prepared Crispy Chicken Strips w/ Sharp Cheddar and Bacon Mac/Cheese.




I used the PERDUE® Crispy Chicken Strips. To prepare it I preheated the oven to 425°F . Sprayed a small baking sheet with cooking spray. Placed frozen strips in single layer on baking sheet. Baked for 16 to 18 minutes, or until heated through. Internal temperature should reach 150°F – 160°F. Turn the Strips halfway through heating time. They come out golden brown and delicious! Really enjoy these and so easy to prepare and our favorite by far!

As I was frying the Shrimp I started my Cracker Barrel Macaroni and Cheese Dinner. Second time I’ve tried the Cracker Barrel Brand of Mac and Cheese. Tonight I'm having the Sharp Cheddar and Bacon Mac and Cheese.

Start by boiling 8 cups of water in medium saucepan. Stir in Macaroni.Cook 12 min. or until tender, stirring occasionally. Drain. Do not rinse. Return to pan. Squeeze the Cheddar Cheese and Bcaon Sauce over hot Macaroni. Stir until blended and serve. Came out nice and cheesy with excellent flavor. For Dessert later a Weight Watcher’s Cookies and Cream Ice Cream Bar.







PERDUE® Crispy Chicken Strips

Fully Cooked strips are marinated and breaded. Product is in a net weight (26 oz.) bags. Frozen.

* Fully Cooked

* Frozen
* Breaded
* Easy to Use

PRODUCT HANDLING
COOKING & PREP
Conventional/Toaster Oven (Preferred Methods) Preheat Oven to 425°F. Spray baking sheet with cooking spray. Place frozen strips in single layer on baking sheet. Bake on middle oven rack for 16 to 18 minutes, or until heated through. Internal temperature should reach 150°F – 160°F. Turn patties halfway through heating time. Microwave Oven Place 4-6 frozen strips in single layer on a microwave safe plate lined with paper towel. Heat, uncovered, on high for 2 to 3 minutes, turning halfway through heating time. Let stand for 1 to 2 minutes before serving.

INGREDIENTS
BONELESS SKINLESS CHICKEN BREAST WITH RIB MEAT, WATER. CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF SALT, NATURAL FLAVORS. BREADED WITH: WHEAT FLOUR, WATER, SALT, NATURAL FLAVORS. CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF NATURAL EXTRACTIVES OF PAPRIKA, DEXTROSE, NATURAL PAPRIKA AND ANNATTO EXTRACTS.
https://www.perdue.com/products/perdue-crispy-chicken-strips-26-oz/80471/




Cracker Barrel Macaroni and Cheese Dinner – Sharp Cheddar and Bacon

The difference is in the cheese. We’ve been doing thing differently for over 60 years. Our unique aging process gives our cheese a delicious, bold sharpness. Today, we offer that same distinctive flavor in our rich macaroni & cheese. Smooth, creamy and full of flavor—one bite will keep you coming back for more.

Directions:

Instructions: Easy Preparation Cooking Directions: Boil 2 qt. (8 cups) water in medium saucepan. Stir in Macaroni.Cook 11 to 12 min. or until tender, stirring occasionally. Drain. Do not rinse. Return to pan. Squeeze Cheese Sauce over hot macaroni. Stir until blended.Makes about 4 servings.Note: Do not overcook pasta.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size3.5 oz. (98g/About 1/4 Box)(Makes About 1 Cup)
Servings Per Container4.0
Amount Per Serving
Calories310 Calories
Calories From Fat90 Calories
% Daily Value
Total Fat10.0 g15.0
Saturated Fat5 g25
Trans Fat0
Cholesterol25 mg8
Sodium810 mg34
Total Carbohydrate42.0 g14.0
Dietary Fiber1 g4
Sugars3 g
Protein13.0 g

Spinach, Feta and Grape Tomato Omelet Recipe | Diabetic Recipes - Diabetic Gourmet Magazine

Spinach, Feta and Grape Tomato Omelet Recipe | Diabetic Recipes - Diabetic Gourmet Magazine: Diabetic Spinach, Feta and Grape Tomato Omelet Recipe from Diabetic Gourmet Magazine, plus many more recipes for a healthy diabetic diet.

"Meatless Monday" Recipe of the Week - Asiago Vegetable Risotto

This week's "Meatless Monday" Recipe of the Week is a Asiago Vegetable Risotto. "Where's the Beef", you won't ever miss it with this week's recipe! Risotto with a fantastic mix of Vegetables. The recipe is off the CooksRecipes website. At the Cooks site you'll find a large selection of recipes to please all tastes and cuisines. Enjoy and Eat Healthy!  http://www.cooksrecipes.com/index.html

Asiago Vegetable Risotto

Comforting, creamy risotto loaded with vegetables like zucchini, red bell pepper and asparagus, and seasoned with saffron, Asiago cheese, lemon juice, fresh basil and toasted pine nuts.

Recipe Ingredients:

2/3 cup (6 ounces) butter - divided use

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 1/2 cups arborio rice
3 1/2 cups vegetable broth - divided use
Pinch of saffron threads
1 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/4-inch half-rounds
1 cup asparagus, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 cup red pepper, diced
2 green onions, sliced
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/2 cup (4 ounces) Wisconsin Asiago* Cheese, shredded
2 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted

Cooking Directions:

1 - In 3-quart pan, heat 1 tablespoon butter and olive oil over medium-high heat. Add rice and stir continuously until edges of kernels are translucent; about 3 to 4 minutes. Add 1/2 cup broth and stir until it is absorbed; about 3 minutes.
2 - Reduce heat to medium and add another 1/2 cup broth, saffron, zucchini, asparagus, red pepper, onions and pepper. Cook until all liquid is absorbed; stirring frequently. Continue to add remaining broth, 1/2 cup at a time, cooking until liquid is absorbed each time.
3 - When all liquid has been added and absorbed, stir in lemon juice, Asiago and remaining butter. Mixture should be creamy and rice should be al dente.
4 - Before serving, stir in basil and pine nuts.
Makes 8 servings.

*Tip: Parmesan cheese can be substituted for the Asiago.
http://www.cooksrecipes.com/mless/asiago_vegetable_risotto_recipe.html

One of America's Favorites - Potato Cakes

A pair of potato cakes

Potato scallop a term that is sometimes applied to various different food preparations using potatoes.









Hashed potatoes
In parts of England, the term can refer to a patty of hashed potatoes, a kind of hash brown. These are available pre-made and frozen in supermarkets and are served by many restaurants, such as fast food stands, often as part of the breakfast menu. It can also refer to a sort of potato pancake.

Best eaten warm, with baked beans, as part of a full English breakfast.



Mashed potatoes
Another variant popular in the United Kingdom is prepared from cold mashed potatoes and fresh eggs. The two ingredients are combined together, then fried until crispy on the outside.


Scallops

American potato cakes, also referred to as a potato patties

In Australia and England potato cakes in the form of thin slices of potato, battered and deep-fried, are commonly sold in fish and chip shops and takeaway food shops. The terminology used in Australia differs from state to state. In New South Wales, Queensland, and the ACT they are usually referred to as "potato scallops", or simply as "scallops" (to avoid confusion, scallops eaten as seafood may be known as "sea scallops". In Tasmania and Victoria, the term "potato cakes" is used, while in South Australia and Western Australia "potato fritter" is most common.

Potato scallops originate from central England and are common in fish and chip shops there. This variant is normally a thin slice of potato, dipped in batter and deep fried, with no additional flavoring added except salt and vinegar. This type of "potato scallop" is also found in New Zealand fish and chip shops, however it is referred to as a potato fritter, not scallop. More commonly in New Zealand, a potato cake is made from either mashed or grated potato and is not covered in batter or deep fried. Hash browns, which are also widely available, are distinctly different. In Scotland what are known as potato cakes in Australia are known as potato fritters and are of the same type as the English variant. They are very common in fish and chip shops and are often the cheapest item on the menu.

The term may refer to a preparation of mashed potatoes baked in the form of pie or a scallop made using potatoes or potato flour.

U.S. potato cake

Tattie scones
Scottish tattie scones and Lancashire potato cakes are made from mashed or reconstituted potato and flour and baked on a griddle. They are typically served fried with breakfast or as a snack with butter or margarine, although they are often served with other toppings such as baked beans, scrambled eggs, garlic butter or tomato ketchup.








Irish potato cakes
Irish potato cakes are typically made from mashed potato and flour or baking soda, and are usually fried. This is not the same dish as boxty, because boxty is made using raw potatoes whereas potato cake is made using cooked potatoes. In Ireland, potato cakes are typically known as potato bread, or spud bread, and are served in traditional breakfasts along with soda bread and toast.

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

Burger Grilling........


Most people really pack the patties tight and then flatten them down too much.  A loosely packed patty makes for one juicy hamburger!  If you pack your burger patties too tight, you run the risk of drying out the meat and making them tough. One thing you should do is make a thumb imprint on top of the pattie. The imprint will keep the burgers shape and it will disappear as the burger cooks. Get Grilling!

Bacon and Cheese Turkey Burger w/ Baked Fries

Dinner Tonight: Bacon and Cheese Turkey Burger w/ Baked Fries






To start my Sunday morning off I prepared a Skillet Potatoes and Ham for Breakfast. I used 1

package of Simply Potatoes Steakhouse Seasoned Diced Potatoes and a package of Meijer Diced Ham to prepare it. Just cook the Potatoes according to the package instructions and with about 5 minutes of cooking time left add the Diced Ham. Topped it off with a Sunnyside Up Egg and also made that morning cup of Bigelow Decaf Green Tea. Just love this Skillet Breakfast! Outside it's mostly cloudy, thunderstorms, and a high of 79 degrees. It seems like it rains every Memorial Day Weekend! After Breakfast I did a load of laundry and that was about it for the day. Caught up on some shows I had recorded. Not much else going on. So for Dinner tonight a I'm preparing a Bacon and Cheese Turkey Burger w/ Baked Fries.

I had a few of the Honeysuckle White Lightly Seasoned Turkey Patties left in the freezer so I grabbed one and let it thaw overnight in the fridge. They are 1/4 lb. patties (4 to a package) and 170 calories per burger.

For the Bacon I'm using the Kroger Simple Truth Turkey Bacon. It fries or bakes up real easy and has excellent taste.I was going to use more of the Wild Boar Bacon but forgot to lay the package out to thaw from the freezer.










To prepare the Turkey Burger, I’m using a medium size skillet that I sprayed with Pam Cooking

Spray and added a tablespoon of Extra Light Olive Oil. Heated the skillet on medium. When the skillet was ready I added the Turkey Burger. I fried it about 6 minutes per side. After flipping the Burger I topped it with a slice of Kraft Deluxe Sharp Cheddar with a bout 1 minute of cooking time left. I served the Burgers on a Healthy Life Whole Grain Hamburger Bun. Topped the Turkey Burger with some Heinz 57 Sauce and the Turkey Bacon. The Burgers fried up great and the toppings all worked well together.

For a side 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 Dole No Sugar Added Diced Mango/Pineapple Cup.








Honeysuckle White Lightly Seasoned Ground Turkey Patties
Our seasoned turkey patties are great for a last minute barbecue or quick dinner. They’re lightly seasoned for great taste, ready for the grill or stove.

INGREDIENTS

Turkey, less than 2% of the following: encapsulated salt (salt, hydrogenated soybean oil), sugar, dextrose, natural flavors, garlic powder, autolyzed yeast extract, vinegar powder, lemon juice powder, onion powder, spices, salt, sodium bicarbonate, grill flavor (from sunflower oil)

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 patty (112 g)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 170
Calories from fat 80
% Daily Value*
Total fat 9 g 13 %
Saturated fat 2.5 g 13 %
Trans fat 0 g
Cholesterol 100 mg 33 %
Sodium 450 mg 19 %
Total Carbohydrates 1 g 0 %
Dietary Fiber
Sugars 0 g
Protein 21 g 42 %
Iron4%

http://www.honeysucklewhite.com/products/fresh-seasoned-ground-turkey-patties/
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Turkey and Brie Baguette

From the Jennie - O website its a Turkey and Brie Baguette. Made with JENNIE-O® sliced All Natural Oven Browned Turkey Breast along with Arugula, thinly-sliced Green Apples, and Crunchy Pecans. Topped with Brie and a Cranberry Chutney then served on a Baguette. You can find this recipe and all the other delicious and healthy recipes at the Jennie - O website. Enjoy and Make the Switch!      https://www.jennieo.com/

Turkey and Brie Baguette
This sandwich recipe has it all — fresh arugula, thinly-sliced green apples, crunchy pecans, lean turkey breast, Brie cheese and a savory cranberry chutney. Sandwich nirvana, ready in under 30 minutes!

INGREDIENTS

CRANBERRY CHUTNEY
2 teaspoons finely grated ginger
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2½ cups cranberries, fresh or frozen
½ cup sugar
⅔ cup orange juice
2 tablespoons cider vinegar

BAGUETTE
4 baguettes, split
4 ounces Brie, sliced
2 apples, sliced
8 ounces JENNIE-O® sliced All Natural Oven Browned Turkey Breast, from the service deli
1 cup arugula
½ cup pecan pieces, toasted
DIRECTIONS

1) For cranberry chutney, in medium saucepan, combine ginger, garlic, cinnamon, cranberries, sugar, orange juice and vinegar. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium. Simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally; cool.
2) To assemble baguette, spread half of chutney in baguettes. In baguette layer Brie, apples, turkey and arugula. Top with remaining chutney and sprinkle with pecans. Cut in half to serve.

RECIPE NUTRITION INFORMATION

PER SERVING
Calories490
Protein25g
Carbohydrates57g
Fiber9g
Sugars29g
Fat20g
Cholesterol55mg
Sodium820mg
Saturated Fat6g
https://www.jennieo.com/products/10-all-natural-oven-browned-turkey-breast

Soup Special of the Day!.........Butternut Squash Soup

This week's Soup Special of the Day is a Butternut Squash Soup. Enjoy and Eat Healthy!


Butternut Squash Soup

Recipe Ingredients:

1 teaspoon extra light olive oil
1 green onion, chopped
2 pounds butternut squash, peeled and diced
1 cup water
1/4 teaspoon roasted cumin
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
2 1/2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup 2% milk
Nutmeg for sprinkling

Cooking Directions:

1 - In a 5-quart Dutch oven or saucepot heat olive oil over low heat. Add chopped green onion (white part only); sauté until browned, about 2 minutes.
2 - Add peeled, seeded, and diced butternut squash, water, cumin, and thyme. Cover and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes or until squash is tender.
3 - Stir in flour. Cook for 1 minute. Add chicken broth; bringing to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes.
4 - Remove from the heat and stir in milk.
5 - In a blender or food processor, blend squash mixture at low speed in batches until smooth. (Caution! Hot liquids create steam which will blow the top off the blender! Be sure to securely hold blender lid down!)
6 - Serve soup with sprinkled nutmeg.
* A baked crusty bread would go great with this (optional)
Makes 6 servings.

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

Chicken two ways........


Boneless chicken pieces do well grilled quickly over direct heat, but bone-in pieces take longer and direct heat alone would burn them. Use indirect heat for bone-in pieces.

Crock Pot Pork Back Ribs w/ Mashed Potatoes and Bourbon and Brown Sugar Baked Beans

Dinner Tonight: Crock Pot Pork Back Ribs w/ Mashed Potatoes and  Bourbon and Brown Sugar Baked Beans




For Breakfast on this Saturday Morning I toasted a Healthy Life English Muffin and topped it with a Poached Egg. Also had my morning cup of Bigelow Decaf Green Tea. Partly sunny and 78 degrees outside, had some more rain late in the day. I had bought a couple of Tomato Plants at Meijer, and they were in sad shape. But I bought them anyway, so I repotted them today. All caught up on cleaning so I had the cart out most of the day. For Dinner tonight Mom’s Favorite, Crock Pot Pork Back Ribs w/ Mashed Potatoes and Bourbon and Brown Sugar Baked Beans.




Mom’s favorite meal is my Crock Pot Pork Back Ribs and she’s been wanting some Ribs. So “What
Mom wants Mom gets”. So Ribs it is for dinner tonight. She I picked up a package at Kroger yesterday, they always have top quality Pork. And these were some Pork Back Ribs, 4 1/2 lbs. worth! Last night before I went to bed I cut the Ribs in half, so they’ll fit in the Crock Pot, and put each half in a Hefty Gallon Plastic Bag then seasoned them with JB’s Fat Boy All Purpose Rub and then covered the Ribs in JB’s Fat Boy Haug Waush BBQ Sauce to marinate all night in the fridge.



Then this morning I got out the Crock Pot, lined it with a Reynold’s Crock Pot Plastic Liner, and

sprayed that with Pam Non-Stick Spray. Got the Ribs out of the fridge, discarded the Hefty Bags, and put them in the Crock Pot where I let them cook and simmer, on low, for about 7 hours. Long up in the afternoon you can start smelling the aroma of the Ribs, Rib intoxicating! After 7 hours their ready and now for the hard part of cooking them, getting them out whole without breaking them up! Their that tender, when eating them you need no knife, the bones just slide out. Tender, moist and just full of flavor! For us JB’s Fat Boy Sauces and Rubs can’t be beat. The Ribs were incredible! Plus I love using that Crock Pot, no mess and with the plastic liner in the Crock Pot little to no clean-up. Just wipe it down and store it for the next time. I would like to thank who ever invented the Crock Pot Liners! I always use them when using the Crock Pot.








For one side I heated up some Bob Evan’s Mashed Potatoes. Just microwave for 6 minutes and serve.
Just as good as homemade, if not better and easier to make!







Then for another side I prepared a can of Bush’s Grillin’ Beans – Bourbon and Brown Sugar. Love
these Beans, fantastic smokey flavor. Just simmer in a saucepan and serve. I had these sometime back and fell in love with the flavor and taste prepare the; just open the can and empty the Beans Into Saucepan. Heat To Simmer until heated through. For Dessert later a Weight Watcher’s Cookies and Cream Ice Cream Bar.











BUSH’S® BOURBON AND BROWN SUGAR GRILLIN’ BEANS®
When you're grilling your favorite meats, you want a side that can hold its own—like the bold taste of

BUSH'S® Bourbon and Brown Sugar Grillin' Beans®. We slow-cook plump navy beans in a robust sauce generously seasoned with brown sugar, molasses, a bold blend of spices and a touch of natural bourbon flavor for a side dish that's decidedly different.


NUTRITION
Serving Size: 1/2 cup (130g)
Calories 170
%DV*
Calories from Fat 5 -%
Total Fat 0.5g 1%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Trans Fat 0g -%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 480mg 20%
Potassium 390mg 11%
Carbohydrates 35g 12%
Dietary Fiber 6g 24%
Protein 7g -%
Sugars 15g -%
Vitamin A - 0%
Vitamin C - 2%
Calcium - 6%
Iron - 10%
http://www.bushbeans.com/en_US/product/bourbon-and-brown-sugar

Turkey Kabobs

Fire up the grill and get the Turkey Kabobs ready! Grilled Turkey and Vegetables makes the weekend even better! Using  JENNIE-O® Savory Roast Turkey Breast Tenderloin along with Tomatoes, Shallots, and more! Eat delicious and eat healthy these Turkey Kabobs. Enjoy and Make the Switch!    https://www.jennieo.com/

Turkey Kabobs
Grilled turkey tenderloin and veggies

INGREDIENTS

¾ cup Greek yogurt
1 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
1 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
2 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped
½ (24-ounce) package JENNIE-O® Savory Roast Turkey Breast Tenderloin, cut into 1½ to 2-inch pieces
1 cup cherry tomatoes
6 shallots, cut in half

DIRECTIONS

1) Process yogurt, basil, mint, olive oil, salt, pepper and garlic in food processor or blender, until smooth. Pour yogurt mixture over turkey pieces and stir to combine. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour or overnight. Remove turkey from marinade, discarding excess marinade.
2) Thread turkey, tomatoes, and shallots onto metal skewers. Prepare grill for medium heat. Cook skewers on grill, 12 to 15 minutes turning skewers a quarter turn every 3 minutes. Always cook turkey until well done, 165°F as measured by meat thermometer.
* Always cook to an internal temperature of 165°F.

RECIPE NUTRITION INFORMATION

PER SERVING
Calories160
Protein14g
Carbohydrates11g
Fiber4g
Sugars3g
Fat8g
Cholesterol25mg
Sodium620mg
Saturated Fat1.5g
https://www.jennieo.com/recipes/977-turkey-kabobs

Meanwhile back at the SayersBrook Bison Ranch......Duck Magret

This week from the SayersBrook Bison Ranch website (http://www.sayersbrook.com/) its Duck Magret 3-4 pieces (2.6 lbs). If you've never tried Duck you are in for a treat! Delicious and easily prepared. SayersBrook has a couple of Duck cuts to choose from, Duck (5.7 lbs) 1 piece per package or Duck Magret 3-4 pieces (2.6 lbs). But besides Duck you can choose from cuts of Bison, Wild Boar, Elk, Ostrich, Hams, Rabbit, and more! So check out the SayersBrook site (http://www.sayersbrook.com/) today and see all the selections. They also have a great selection of recipes so be sure to check those out. Now more on the Duck Magret. Enjoy and Eat Healthy!

Duck Magret 3-4 pieces (2.6 lbs)

Though duck may take a back seat to chicken and turkey in most homes, duck is an impressive main course that can be surprisingly easy to prepare. From roasted whole duck to duck breast, duck is flavorsome and fairly rich so it requires a side dish of something tart or fruity,  Don’t hesitate to dip it in a great sauce or start with an easy-to-mix rub recipe for raw duck.
http://www.sayersbrook.com/duck-magret-3-4-pieces-2-6-lbs/





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Kitchen Hint of the Day!

Save time.......


To avoid soaking bamboo skewers each time you need them, soak a big batch once for an hour or so, drain, then freeze them in a plastic bag. When it's time to grill, pull out as many skewers as you need.

Fried Ocean Perch w/ Sharp White Cheddar Mac and Cheese

Dinner Tonight: Fried Ocean Perch w/ Sharp White Cheddar Mac and Cheese




To start my Friday morning off I Scrambled a couple of Eggs, toasted 2 slices of Healthy Life Whole Grain Bread, and as always my morning cup of Bigelow Decaf Green Tea. Mostly sunny out today and 80 degrees. Went up and had my car washed, really needed it! Drove on over to Walmart, I wanted to check out the Lawn and Garden Department for a few things. Back home got the cart out for a while and drove around the neighborhood and down by the lake. Relaxing day! For Dinner tonight it's Fried Ocean Perch w/ Sharp White Cheddar Mac and Cheese.




I picked up the Ocean Perch at Kroger the day before. Really love the Kroger Seafood Department.Good selection. I first rinsed the fillets off in cold water and patted dry with a paper towel. 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. Rinsed the Perch with cold water and patted dry with a paper towel. 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!





For a side dish it was leftover Cracker Barrel Macaroni and Cheese Dinner - Sharp White Cheddar. I just reheated the Mac and Cheese leftover from Dinner last night. I put it into a bowl, covered the bowl with a paper towel, and microwaved it for 1 minute and 10 seconds. Heated up great and still delicious. Really enjoyed the Cracker Barrel Mac and Cheese. For Dessert later a Weight Watcher's Cookies and Cream Ice Cream Bar.






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:
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





Cracker Barrel Macaroni and Cheese Dinner - Sharp White Cheddar

The difference is in the cheese. We've been doing thing differently for over 60 years. Our unique

aging process gives our cheese a delicious, bold sharpness. Today, we offer that same distinctive flavor in our rich macaroni & cheese. Smooth, creamy and full of flavor—one bite will keep you coming back for more.

Ingredients:
Ingredients: Enriched Macaroni Product (Wheat Flour, Niacin, Ferrous Sulfate [Iron], Thiamin Mononitrate [Vitamin B1], Riboflavin [Vitamin B2], Folic Acid); Cheese Sauce (Cheddar Cheese [Milk, Cheese Culture, Salt, Enzymes], Whey, Sodium Phosphate, Canola Oil, Contains Less than 2% of Salt, Whey Protein Concentrate, Milk Protein Concentrate, Lactic Acid, Sorbic Acid as a Preservative, Sodium Alginate, Annatto Extract [Color]).
Directions:
Instructions: Easy Preparation Cooking Directions: Boil 2 qt. (8 cups) water in medium saucepan. Stir in Macaroni.Cook 11 to 12 min. or until tender, stirring occasionally. Drain. Do not rinse. Return to pan. Squeeze Cheese Sauce over hot macaroni. Stir until blended.Makes about 4 servings.Note: Do not overcook pasta.