One of America's Favorites - Country Captain

Country Captain is a curried chicken and rice dish, which is popular in the Southern United States. It was introduced to the U.S. through Charleston, Savannah, New York and Philadelphia, but has origins in India. The dish was once included in the United States military Meal, Ready-to-Eat packs, in honor of it being a favorite dish of George S. Patton.

It has also appeared on television shows in both the United States and in the United Kingdom, with chefs Bobby Flay, Atul Kochhar and Cyrus Todiwala all cooking the dish. Todiwala served his version to Queen Elizabeth II as part of her Diamond Jubilee celebrations.

Country Captain

In its basic form, country captain is a mild stew made with browned chicken pieces, onions, and curry powder. Almonds and golden raisins or zante currants are usually added. Many versions also call for tomatoes, garlic, and bell peppers. The dish is served over white rice. With the exception of the rice, it is meant to be cooked all in the same pot. Chef Mamrej Khan has referred to the dish as one of the first fusion dishes to be developed, making it part of the Anglo-Indian cuisine.

Country captain originated in India as a simple spatchcock poultry or game recipe involving onions and curry and possibly enjoyed by British officers. One theory is that an early 19th-century British sea captain, possibly from the East India Company, working in the spice trade introduced it to the American South via the port of Savannah. The dish remains popular amongst the communities in Mumbai, India. The "country" part of the dish's name dates from when the term referred to things of Indian origin instead of British, and so the term "country captain" would have meant a captain of Indian origin, a trader along the coasts of India. Others claim that the word "captain" in the title is simply a corruption of the word "capon".

In 1991, New York Times columnist Molly O’Neill researched the origin of the dish known as country captain, which had been a steady feature in southern cookbooks since the 1950s. Working with Cecily Brownstone, they discovered that the dish originally published in the United States in the pages of Miss Leslie’s New Cookery Book published in Philadelphia in 1857.[8] The recipe required a "fine full-grown fowl". It also appeared in the kitchens of Alessandro Filippini, who was a chef with a restaurant on Wall Street in the 18th century.

Fans of the dish have included Franklin D. Roosevelt, who introduced it to George S. Patton. It was Patton's love for the dish which subsequently resulted in it being added in his honor to the U.S. Army's Meal, Ready-to-Eat field rations in 2000. A variety of Southern chefs have recipes for the dish, including Paul Prudhomme, Paula Deen and Emeril Lagasse. The dish was featured on an episode of Throwdown! with Bobby Flay in season 6 guest-starring Matt and Ted Lee. It also appeared on the BBC One cooking show, Saturday Kitchen, with chef Atul Kochhar cooking the regular chicken and rice version of the dish.

Chef Cyrus Todiwala cooked a variation of country captain on Saturday Kitchen. His version was similar to Shepherd's Pie, in that the meat was baked under a layer of potato. He had previously cooked the dish for Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh at Kirishna Avanti school in Harrow as part of the Queen's Diamond Jubilee celebrations in 2012. That version of the dish used rare breed lamb from the Orkney Islands which had been fed on seaweed. The dish is also now on the menu of Todiwala's London restaurant, Café Spice Namasté.

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

Thank you to Mary N. for sharing this baking hint......

When a bread or dessert recipe calls for raisins as one of the ingredients, soak the raisins in a cup of very hot water for 15 minutes. It will make them plumper and juicier in the finished product.

It’s Chili, Soup, or Stew Saturday….Casablanca Chicken Stew

This week's Chili, Soup, or Stew Saturday Recipe is - Casablanca Chicken Stew. Made with boneless and skinless Chicken Thighs, Hers, Spices, Beans, and Raisins. Another delicious recipe from the CokksRecipes website. The Cooks site has a huge and varied selection of recipes. Check it out today. Well, Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2018!  https://www.cooksrecipes.com/index.html

Casablanca Chicken Stew
Recipe Ingredients:
1 1/2 pounds chicken thighs, boneless and skinless, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, sliced thin

2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 (15-ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained
3/4 cup golden raisins
1 (14-ounce) can chicken broth
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, mixed with 2 tablespoons water
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Cooking Directions:
1 - In large sauté pan over medium high heat, warm olive oil. Add chicken pieces and cook, stirring often, until chicken pieces are browned, about 10 minutes. Remove chicken from pan and set aside.
2 - To same sauté pan, add onions and red bell pepper; cook until almost tender, about 6 minutes. Add garlic, black pepper, cinnamon, cumin and ginger. Stir and cook until spices are fragrant, about 45 seconds. Add garbanzo beans, raisins, chicken broth and cooked chicken. Bring mixture to a simmer; reduce heat to low, cover and cook 15 minutes.
3 - Bring sauce in pan to a simmer, pour in flour/ water mixture and stir well. Simmer 5 minutes until sauce is slightly thickened. Remove from heat; stir in parsley, cilantro and lemon juice.
4 - Serve over rice or couscous.
Makes 6 servings.

Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/6 of recipe): 350 calories; 13 g fat; 3 g saturated fat; 34 g carbohydrate.
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Moroccan Peppers with Turkey Sausage

I passing along another Fall Recipe with Peppers and Jennie - O Turkey, Moroccan Peppers with Turkey Sausage. Peppers with JENNIE-O® Lean Turkey Bratwurst and a Moroccan flair. You'll be using JENNIE-O® Lean Turkey Bratwurst, Bell Peppers, Zucchini, Raisins, Almonds, and more! You can find this recipe along with all the other Delicious and Healthy Recipes at the Jennie - O Turkey website. Enjoy and Make the SWITCH in 2018!  https://www.jennieo.com/

Moroccan Peppers with Turkey Sausage
Tired of eating peppers that AREN’T stuffed full of savory Moroccan flavor? We know the feeling. Take your dinner on a Middle Eastern excursion with lean turkey sausage, mint, fresh zucchini and garlic.

INGREDIENTS
8 bell peppers, any color combination

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 (19.5-ounce) package JENNIE-O® Lean Turkey Bratwurst
½ cup diced red onion
2 small or 1 large zucchini, cut into ¼-inch dice
1½ teaspoons minced garlic
1½ cups chicken broth
¼ teaspoon powdered saffron or turmeric
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup uncooked couscous
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint or basil
½ cup currants or raisins
½ cup toasted almonds

DIRECTIONS
1) Heat oven to 375ºF. Cut peppers lengthwise through stems keeping stem halves intact to hold stuffing. Discard seeds and veins. Place in 9 x 13-inch baking dish. In large deep skillet over medium heat add oil and turkey; Add onions and saute until turkey is well-done, 165°F as measured by a meat thermometer.
2) Add zucchini and garlic; continue cooking 2 minutes. Add broth, saffron, cumin, cayenne pepper, salt and cinnamon; bring to a boil. Stir in couscous. Cover; turn off heat under skillet. Let stand covered 5 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Stir in mint, currants and almonds; spoon into bell peppers. Cover with aluminum foil; bake 20 minutes or until peppers are tender and filling is hot.
* Always cook to an internal temperature of 165°F.

RECIPE NUTRITION INFORMATION

PER SERVING

Calories 440
Protein 30g
Carbohydrates 45g
Fiber 5g
Sugars 7g
Fat 14g
Cholesterol 90mg
Sodium 930mg
Saturated Fat 4g
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It's Nuts I tell you.....BITTY BAR VARIETY PACK

This week of the nuts.com website (https://nuts.com/) its the BITTY BAR VARIETY PACK. Mini sized Bitty Bars. 3 kinds - Sweet and Salty (3) Cranberry Quinoa (3) Trail Mix (3) Peanut Butter (3). Made with ingredients like peanuts, almonds, dried apricots, quinoa and more. Bound together with sweet, and pure honey. At the Nuts site (https://nuts.com/) you can choose from items like; NUTS, DRIED FRUIT, CHOCOLATES and SWEETS, SNACKS, COFFEE and TEA, COOKING and BAKING, and GIFTS. Plus there's FREE shipping on orders over $59, see for details. Now more on the BITTY BAR VARIETY PACK. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2018!             




BITTY BAR VARIETY PACK
Wee-sized Bitty Bars for every lil’ craving! Taste them all with our Bitty Bar Bundle. Inside, you’ll

find three bars of each flavor; Sweet and Salty, Cranberry Quinoa, Trail Mix and Peanut Butter and Jelly. Small as they are, these itsy bitsy bars pack a ton of flavor. Made with clean, simple ingredients like peanuts, almonds, dried apricots, quinoa and more. Bound together with sweet, pure honey! Plus, they’re travel-sized and do just the trick when you need a quick pick-me-up.

Our Bitty Bar Bundle contains 12 bars in all:
Sweet and Salty (3) Cranberry Quinoa (3) Trail Mix (3) Peanut Butter (3)

Ingredients
Split Peanuts, Honey, Dried Cranberries (Cranberries, Apple Juice Concentrate, Sunflower Oil), Peanut Butter (dry roasted peanuts), Raisins, Almonds, Crisp Brown Rice, Dried Apricots, Redskin Peanuts, Sunflower Seeds, Pumpkin Seeds , Sea Salt, Quinoa, Sultana Raisins, Cinnamon. Packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, soy, and milk products.

Nutrition Facts
Serving size 18g (~0.6 oz.)

Amount per serving
Calories 90
Calories from Fat 45

%DV
Total Fat 5g 7%
Saturated Fat 1g 4%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 0mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 8g 3%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Sugars 5g
Protein 3g
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It's Nuts I tell you...PEANUT BUTTER and JELLY BITTY BARS

This week from the nuts.com website (https://nuts.com/) its PEANUT BUTTER and JELLY BITTY BARS. Each bitty bar is under 100 calorie, which makes it the perfect snack! Made with Split Peanuts, Honey, Dried Cranberries (Cranberries, Apple Juice Concentrate, Sunflower Oil), Peanut Butter, Raisins, Almonds, Crisp Brown Rice, and Dried Apricots. This is just one of many ENERGY SQUARES AND BARS that you can purchase at the Nuts site (https://nuts.com/). You can choose from items like; NUTS, DRIED FRUIT, CHOCOLATES and SWEETS, SNACKS, COFFEE and TEA, COOKING and BAKING, and GIFTS. Plus there's FREE shipping on orders over $59, see for details. Now more on the PEANUT BUTTER and JELLY BITTY BARS. So Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2018!


PEANUT BUTTER and JELLY BITTY BARS

It’s always that time (you know the one!) with our portable Peanut Butter and Jelly Bitty Bars! Small in size yet colossal in flavor, each bitty bar is under 100 calorie and fantastic for snacking while, well, busy! Made with simple ingredients, each itty Bitty is bound together with all-natural honey and a mix of peanuts, crisp brown rice, dried cranberries, raisins, almonds and peanut butter. Packed with protein and good-for-you ingredients, these bars will help keep you on your A-game. Each bag contains 15 bars.

Ingredients
Split Peanuts, Honey, Dried Cranberries (Cranberries, Apple Juice Concentrate, Sunflower Oil), Peanut Butter, Raisins, Almonds, Crisp Brown Rice, Dried Apricots. Packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, soy, and milk products.

Nutrition Facts
Serving size 18g (~0.6 oz.)

Amount per serving
Calories 80
Calories from Fat 41
%DV
Total Fat 5g 6%

Saturated Fat 1g 3%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 0mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 9g 3%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Sugars 6g
Protein 2g

More Info
Store at room temperature for up to 1 year.
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Raisins........


Raisins will last for several months if they are wrapped tightly in plastic wrap or in a plastic bag and kept at room temperature. They will last even longer, up to a year, if you place the plastic bag in the refrigerator.

It's Nuts I tell you.......CHOCOLATE BRIDGE MIX

From the nuts.com (https://nuts.com/) website its CHOCOLATE BRIDGE MIX. Its a variety of raisins, peanuts, and almonds covered in milk and dark chocolate as well as milk chocolate pecans and cashews. The perfect Snack, but that's just of countless of delicious and healthy items that you can purchase at the Nuts site (https://nuts.com/) You can choose from items like; NUTS, DRIED FRUIT, CHOCOLATES and SWEETS, SNACKS, COFFEE and TEA, COOKING and BAKING, and GIFTS. Plus there's FREE shipping on orders over $59, see for details. Now more on this week's CHOCOLATE BRIDGE MIX. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2018!



CHOCOLATE BRIDGE MIX
A variety of raisins, peanuts, and almonds covered in milk and dark chocolate as well as milk

chocolate pecans and cashews make up this chocolate bridge mix. An excellent addition to any party or gathering! As a matter of fact, bridge mix got it's name from the mix that high society ladies would eat while playing bridge!

Ingredients
Raisins (with 1% vegetable oil), peanuts, almonds, cashews, pecans covered in milk chocolate(sugar, cocoa butter, whole milk, chocolate liquor, lecithin (added as an emulsifier), vanillin (an artificial flavoring), salt, partially hydrogenated palm kernel oil, cocoa powder and confectioner's glaze) and dark chocolate (sugar, chocolate liquer, cocoa butter, soy lecithin (an emulsifier), vanillin (an aritifical flavor), confectioner's glaze, gum arabic). Packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, and milk products.

Nutrition Facts
Serving size 38g (~1.3 oz.)

Amount per serving
Calories 212
Calories from Fat 102
%DV
Total Fat 11g 17%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 5mg 2%
Sodium 34mg 1%
Total Carbohydrate 23g 8%
Dietary Fiber 3g 12%
Sugars 20g
Protein 4g
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Wild Idea Buffalo Recipe of the Week - BUFFALO PICADILLO

This week's Wild Idea Buffalo Recipe of the Week is - BUFFALO PICADILLO. Add a little Cuban flare to your Buffalo with this week's recipe! It's made using Wild Idea Ground Buffalo. And it's loaded with Spices and served with Butternut Squash Spirals. You can find this recipe along with all the delicious and healthy recipes at the Wild Idea Buufalo website. Also at the site you'll be able to order all the Wild Idea Products! Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2018!  https://wildideabuffalo.com/



BUFFALO PICADILLO
This recipe makes eating well super easy.  A favorite Cuban and Spanish "comfort food" dish, that has many variations. I tried a couple, with a hybrid of the two in mind, which is exactly where I landed. Traditionally served with rice, but served on butternut squash spirals it is phenomenal! Adjust spices to your liking - but you are going to love this dish!

Ingredients: (serves 6)

1 - pound Wild Idea Ground Buffalo

2 - tablespoons olive oil
1 - onion, chopped
1 - tablespoon ground cumin
1 - teaspoon oregano
½ - teaspoon cardamom
¼ - teaspoon paprika
¼ - teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ - teaspoon allspice
½ - teaspoon cinnamon
1 - teaspoon salt
1 - teaspoon pepper
1 - green bell pepper, chopped
5 - garlic cloves, chopped
1 - cup of white wine
2 - cups crushed tomatoes
2 - bay leaves
1 - cup of stuffed Spanish olives, cut in half
1 - cup of raisins
chopped cilantro
butternut squash spirals

Preparation:

1 - In a sauté pan over medium high heat, heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil. Add the onions and all of the dried spices. Stir to incorporate and sauté for about 5 minutes.
2 - Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and crumble in the ground buffalo. Using a spoon, break up the meat a bit more as it cooks. Cook for 5 minutes before adding the peppers (reserving ¼ of the chopped peppers to add later) and the garlic and stir to incorporate. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until meat is nicely browned.
3 - Add the wine, crushed tomatoes and bay leaves and stir to incorporate. Bring to full heat.
4 - Add the olives and the raisins, and stir to incorporate. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
5 - Remove cover and add remaining chopped bell peppers. Stir to incorporate and cook for 5 minutes.
6 - Serve over sautéed butternut squash spirals and garnish with chopped cilantro.
Note: I reserve some of the peppers, adding them toward the end, for texture and color, but it isn’t necessary.

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Kitchen Hint of the Day!

The Raisin.......


Raisins pack more nutrition than their small size might indicate. When grapes are dehydrated to produce raisins, the nutrients become more concentrated, making a handful of raisins a snack rich in B vitamins, iron and potassium. Besides nutrients, raisins are also a good source of carbohydrates for energy

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

Did you know Raisins...........


Raisins pack more nutrition than their small size might indicate. When grapes are dehydrated to produce raisins, the nutrients become more concentrated, making a handful of raisins a snack rich in B vitamins, iron and potassium. Besides nutrients, raisins are also a good source of carbohydrates for energy.

Jennie - O Turkey Recipe of the Week -Turkey and Rice Pilaf

This week's Jennie - O Turkey Recipe of the Week is -Turkey and Rice Pilaf. Made using JENNIE-O® DELI FAVORITES® Oven Roasted, Reduced Sodium Turkey Breast. Along with a Rice Pilaf, Carrots, Raisins, Green Onion and Garlic. You can find this recipe along with all the other Delicious and Healthy Recipes at the Jennie - O Turkey website. Enjoy and Make the SWITCH!  https://www.jennieo.com/

Turkey and Rice Pilaf

Looking for a sweet, savory weeknight meal with less fat? Look no further — with only 6 grams of fat per serving, this Turkey and Rice Pilaf recipe is perfect for anyone looking to eat better!

INGREDIENTS

1 (7-ounce) package rice pilaf mix
1 cup sliced carrots
⅓ cup raisins
¼ cup chopped green onion
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon butter
⅔ cup low-sodium chicken broth
2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 cups chopped JENNIE-O® DELI FAVORITES® Oven Roasted, Reduced Sodium Turkey Breast, from the service deli

DIRECTIONS

1 - Prepare rice pilaf mix according to package directions.
2 - In large skillet, cook carrots, raisins, green onion and garlic in butter until tender. Combine broth and cornstarch in small bowl; add to vegetables. Heat to boiling. Gently stir in turkey; heat until hot. Serve turkey mixture over pilaf.

RECIPE NUTRITION INFORMATION

PER SERVING
Calories 340
Protein 25g
Carbohydrates 51g
Fiber 3g
Sugars 4g
Fat 6g
Cholesterol 40mg
Sodium 960mg
Saturated Fat 2g

https://www.jennieo.com/recipes/20-turkey-and-rice-pilaf

"Meatless Monday" Recipe of the Week - GINGERED ACORN SQUASH

This week's "Meatless Monday" Recipe of the Week is - GINGERED ACORN SQUASH. Its from one my favorite Diabetic Recipe sites, the Diabetic Gourmet Magazine (https://diabeticgourmet.com/). The Diabetic Gourmet site is packed with Delicious, Diabetic Friendly Recipes along with info and tips on Diabetic Care and Management. So check it out today!


GINGERED ACORN SQUASH

Ingredients

2 acorn squash (about 3/4 pound each)

8-ounce can pineapple tidbits in their own juice, drained
3 tablespoons raisins (optional)
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
1 tablespoon light margarine, melted
1 teaspoon freshly grated gingerroot

Directions

1 - Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly spray a 13x9x2-inch baking dish with vegetable oil spray.
2 - Cut squash in half. Scoop out and discard seeds. Put squash halves cut side up in baking dish.
3 - In a small bowl, combine remaining ingredients. Spoon mixture into each squash cavity. Carefully pour a small amount of water around each squash. Bake, uncovered, for 45 minutes.

Recipe Yield: Servings: 4

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION PER SERVING:
Calories: 120
Fat: 1 grams
Sodium: 24 milligrams
Protein: 1 grams
Carbohydrates: 29 grams
https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/gingered-acorn-squash

Diabetic Dish of the Week - Miniature Apple Muffins

This week's Diabetic Dish of the Week is Miniature Apple Muffins. It's from the Diabetic Gourmet Magazine website. The Dish has 100 calories and 11 carbs per serving. So check out the site for delicious and diabetic friendly recipes along with tips and Diabetic News. Enjoy and Eat Healthy! http://diabeticgourmet.com/


Miniature Apple Muffins

With the right amount of spice and a sprinkling of raisins, these bite-size muffins have the flavor of an old-fashioned apple cake.

Ingredients

3/4 cup Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated

1 cup butter, softened
2 teaspoons molasses
2 large eggs
1/3 cup apple juice concentrate, thawed
2 teaspoons grated fresh lemon peel
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup peeled, shredded fresh apple
2/3 cup old-fashioned oats
1/2 cup raisins
Directions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly spray miniature muffin pans with vegetable cooking spray; set aside.
Beat Splenda Granulated Sweetener, butter, and molasses at medium speed of an electric mixer 1 minute or until blended. Add eggs, one at a time, beating until blended after each addition; add apple juice concentrate and lemon peel, beating until blended.
Combine flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, soda, and salt; add to Splenda Granulated Sweetener mixture, beating on low speed just until blended. Stir in apple, oats, and raisins.
Spoon batter into prepared pans; filling three-fourths full. Bake until edges are lightly browned, 12 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
Calories: 100
Protein: 2g
Sodium: 125 mg
Cholesterol: 25 mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 3.5g
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Sugars: 4g
Carbohydrates: 11g
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It's Nuts I tell you.......HARVEST TRAIL MIX

This week from the nuts.com website (https://nuts.com/) its HARVEST TRAIL MIX. Go ahead and have a snack, a healthy snack! The HARVEST TRAIL MIX contains whole almonds, pumpkin seeds, cranberries, jumbo flame raisins, cashews and colorful M&Ms®.Also it has five grams of protein and three grams of dietary fiber. You can find a nice assortment of not only Snacks at the Nuts site (https://nuts.com/) but also a large selection of NUTS, DRIED FRUIT, CHOCOLATES and SWEETS, COFFEE and TEA, COOKING and BAKING, GIFTS, and more! You can purchase items in small amounts or in bulk. Plus there's Everyday Free Shipping, see for details. Now here's more on the HARVEST TRAIL MIX. Enjoy and Eat Healthy!





HARVEST TRAIL MIX
Our harvest trail mix is a satisfying way to fuel your next outdoor adventure. This mix has “modern harvest” staples such as whole almonds, pumpkin seeds, cranberries, jumbo flame raisins, cashews and colorful M&Ms®. One serving of harvest trail mix offers five grams of protein and three grams of dietary fiber.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size 40g (~1.4 oz.)

Amount per serving
Calories 201
Calories from Fat 106
%DV
Total Fat 12g 18%
Saturated Fat 2g 11%
Cholesterol 1mg 0%
Sodium 18mg 1%
Total Carbohydrate 19g 6%
Dietary Fiber 3g 12%
Sugars 14g
Protein 5g

Storage
Store in a cool dry place for up to 6 months. It is ok to refrigerate.
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It's Nuts I tell you.......Royal Raisins

From the nuts.com website (https://nuts.com/) its all about the Raisins, Royal Rains. I have to admit I had never heard of Royal Raisins until now. At the Nuts site (https://nuts.com/) besides the Royal Raisins you can find a wide assortment of delicious and healthy items including; NUTS, DRIED FRUIT, CHOCOLATES and SWEETS, SNACKS, COFFEE and TEA, COOKING and BAKING, GIFTS, and more! You can also find a good selection of recipes. Most items, including the Royal Raisins, can be purchased in small amounts and may be purchased in bulk. Plus there's Everyday Free Shipping, see for details. Now more about this week's post, Royal Raisins.





Royal Raisins

A deep bow or curtsy is in order for our noble and magnificent Autumn Royal Raisins! This prized

variety of black grape raisins hails from the sun-soaked vines of California. Royals stand out for their seriously supreme size—in fact, they're the largest variety of raisin on Earth. Royals have a gorgeous deep purple hue and a subtly spicy yet sweet, caramel-like taste. The skin of Royals is also notable for its pleasantly firm texture.

Naturally seedless Royals live up to their name and can be enjoyed in desserts, sweet breads, in cereals or on their own. Autumn Royals are not derived from and do not contain any GMOs. Royals were originally cultivated in Fresno, CA and are kin to Blackrose, Flame Seedless and Calmeria grapes.

Storing Royal Raisins
Autumn Royals are best kept in a cool, dry place and should be consumed within one year of purchase.

Ingredients
Autumn Royal Raisins Packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, soy, and milk products.

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

Amount per serving

Calories 130
Calories from Fat
%DV
Total Fat 0g 0%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 10mg 1%
Total Carbohydrate 31g 10%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Sugars 29g
Protein 1g
Vitamin A 0%
Vitamin C 0%
Calcium 2%
Iron 6%
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Diabetes-Friendly Cookie Recipes

From the Diabetic Living Online website its Diabetes-Friendly Cookie Recipes. Treat your  family and friends to these delicious and Diabetic Friendly Cookies! Recipes like; Almond-Chocolate-Cherry Cookies, Carrot Raisin Cookies, and Jasmine Tea Cookies. You can find them all at one of my favorite recipe sites, Diabetic Living Online (http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/)

Diabetes-Friendly Cookie Recipes

Whether you're looking for an easy everyday sweet or an impressive holiday treat, these diabetic cookie recipes are sure to hit the spot. We made smart ingredient swaps and incorporated dried fruits and nuts to make these delicious, carb-conscious desserts fit into your healthy eating plan.



Almond-Chocolate-Cherry Cookies

A tasty chocolate-almond glaze is the perfect topper for this decadent diabetic dessert featuring dried cherries, sliced almonds, and chocolate chips. Indulge in one for only 88 calories and 14 grams of carb.....


Carrot Raisin Cookies

These hearty cookies are surprisingly moist and light, thanks to shredded carrots and unsweetened applesauce. The healthy dessert weighs in at just 4 grams of fat and 14 grams of carb per serving.....


Jasmine Tea Cookies

Curl up with a nice hot cup of tea and enjoy an exquisite cookie with subtle floral hints that are sure to take the stress out of a long day......



* Click the link below to get all the Diabetes-Friendly Cookie Recipes
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Kitchen Hint of the Day!

Save the Raisins.....


Raisins will last for several months if they are wrapped tightly in plastic wrap or in a plastic bag and kept at room temperature. They will last even longer, up to a year, if you place the plastic bag in the fridge.

Healthy Chicken Salad Recipes

From the Diabetic Living Online website its Healthy Chicken Salad Recipes. Diabetic Friendly Recipes including; Chicken Salad Panini Sandwiches, Curried Chicken Salad, and Roasted Beet and Chicken Salad. Find them all at the Diabetic Living website!  http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/

Healthy Chicken Salad Recipes

There are so many ways to enjoy a refreshing chicken salad. Whether you like hearty chicken salad sandwiches or just a simple salad with chicken, we've gathered a variety of diabetes-friendly recipes that pair the lean protein with light ingredients and lots of veggies. Check out our best chicken salad recipes that work for lunch or dinner.



Chicken Salad Panini Sandwiches

These delicious chicken salad melts are packed with rich flavor thanks to roasted red peppers, fennel, and provolone cheese. Make them for a surprisingly low-carb, guilt-free indulgence......


Curried Chicken Salad

Forget the bread! This mouthwatering chicken salad with raisins, apples, and almonds is substantial enough when served on a butterhead lettuce leaf. Plus, you’ll cut calories and carbs......


Roasted Beet and Chicken Salad

We love this beautiful chicken salad starring beets, grapes, and goat cheese. It's perfect for dinner parties—guests will love the colorful presentation and that each serving contains only 18 grams of carb!



* Click the link below to get all the Healthy Chicken Salad Recipes
http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/diabetic-recipes/chicken/healthy-chicken-salad-recipes

The Saturday Evening Dessert - Peanut Butter Granola Bites

For this week's Saturday Evening Dessert its Peanut Butter Granola Bites. A high fiber cookie that has; Chunky peanut butter, cornflakes, oats, raisins , honey, and Equal. You can find this recipe on several sites but I'm going with the one on the CooksRecipes. I love the Cooks website, its loaded with recipes to suit all tastes and cuisines, check it out soon!  http://www.cooksrecipes.com/index.html

Peanut Butter Granola Bites

A hearty cookie filled with lots of fiber and good flavor. Chunky peanut butter, cornflakes, oats and raisins provide the fiber; a hint of honey and cinnamon the other great flavors.

Recipe Ingredients:

2 cups cornflakes
1 cup quick oats, uncooked

2/3 cup seedless raisins
1/2 cup chunky peanut butter
1/2 cup egg substitute or 4 large egg whites
1 cup Equal® Spoonful*
1 tablespoon honey
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Cooking Directions:

1 - Combine cornflakes, oats and raisins in large bowl.
2 - Combine peanut butter and egg substitute in medium bowl. Stir in Equal®, honey, vanilla and cinnamon until well blended. Spoon over cereal mixture. Toss gently to combine. Let stand 5 minutes.
3 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
4 - Shape mixture into 1-inch balls. Place on lightly sprayed baking sheet.
5 - Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until light golden and dough is set. Remove from baking sheet and cool completely on wire rack.
6 - Store in airtight containers at room temperature.
Makes 30 servings.

*May substitute 24 packets Equal sweetener

Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/30 of recipe; 1 cookie): calories 56, protein 2 g, carbohydrate 8 g, fat 2 g, cholesterol 0 mg, sodium 42 mg.

http://www.cooksrecipes.com/diabetic/peanut_butter_granola_bites_recipe.html