Turkey Curry

How many agree, say 'aye'. Ah, this month is FINALLY almost over. Praying next month is better. Ingredients 1 cup sliced celery1/2 cup sliced carrots1 cup fat-free milk2 tablespoons cornstarch3/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth2 cups diced cooked turkey or chicken2 tablespoons dried minced onion1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1 to 4 teaspoons curry powderHot cooked rice, optional …

Braised Pork Loin Chops

I was very good. I bought NO on sale V-day chocolate this year. Instead, my pint-sized cookie dealer showed up in my classroom and others invaded my mailbox. Hard to say no to those pint-sized pushers. Although I did run one out of my room on Friday. Either way - I'm wanting my weight loss …

Skillet Sea Scallops

Dat's about right! My son - who likes seafood - says this looks delish! Ingredients 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs1/2 teaspoon salt1 pound sea scallops2 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon olive oil1/4 cup white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth2 tablespoons lemon juice1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley Directions In a shallow bowl, toss bread crumbs …

Pork and Potatoes

Yeah, I'm bad about that. Have we survived Girl Scout Cookie month? 8 boxes. I've scarfed 8 boxes in 2 weeks. I'm so bad. One of my little drug dealers came by on Friday - I have mor---- I showed that child and her VERY SKINNY mother the door sooooo quickly... But I still have …

Cauliflower Au Grautin

And now... more cauliflower. That actually looks good. (Zee is not a cauliflower fan.) Ingredients 6 tablespoons butter, cubed4 ounces cooked ham, chopped1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced1 head cauliflower, broken into florets1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperDash cayenne pepper1-1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese2 to 3 tablespoons minced fresh …

Wild Rice and mushroom soup

You know, I am NOT a mushroom fan, but for you guys... here ya go! Ingredients 1/2 cup uncooked wild rice1-1/2 cups water8 ounces smoked turkey sausage, sliced1/3 cup all-purpose flour1 carton (32 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth, divided2 tablespoons butter1 large onion, chopped1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1 cup whole milk1/4 teaspoon pepper Directions In a …

Air Fryer Sweet Potato crusted chicken nuggets

I don't know about you, but my love for chicken nuggets goes waaaaaaaaaaaaaay back. Way back. I'm still a kid, obviously! Ingredients 1 cup sweet potato chips1/4 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt, divided1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1/4 teaspoon baking powder1 tablespoon cornstarch1 pound chicken tenderloins, cut into 1-1/2-inch piecesCooking spray Directions Preheat air fryer to …

Elegant pork marsala

Personally, I prefer my caffeine cold - as in a drink I should never put to my lips again, but do. Just not as often anymore! I'm seeing mushrooms in this, which is great if you like mushrooms. I don't, so I'll be leaving them out. But this does look good! Ingredients 1/3 cup whole …

Slow Cooker sweet potato soup

Hey and have we survived the pinkest day of the year? I don't know about you, but I've completely given up on the whole love thing. I like staying home, eating cookies or whatever in bed and not worry about anyone else's crumbs! and that's the fact Jack! For all you sweet potato lovers! Ingredients …

Beef Barley Skillet

My love is for Thorin, but Dwalin holds a special place in my heart! Personally, I prefer February 15th. The chocolates are on sale, 75% off! And happy belated Anniversary to my parents - who celebrated 60 years of wedded bliss yesterday. Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1 small onion, chopped1/4 cup chopped …