tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-39926972807893316772024-03-05T03:12:28.751-05:00Murphy Cooks!Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11513060906603818315noreply@blogger.comBlogger65125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3992697280789331677.post-84106279844511547562010-10-22T14:23:00.003-04:002010-10-22T14:35:00.678-04:00Pumpkin-Cranberry MuffinsPumpkin-Cranberry MuffinsFrom BettyCrocker.com2 cups all-purpose flour3/4 cup sugar (I used Splenda baking blend)3 tsp baking powder1 tsp ground cinnamon1/2 tsp ground ginger1/4 tsp salt1 cup canned pumpkin1/2 cup vegetable oil (I used canola oil)2 eggs1 cup sweetened dried cranberries1/2 cup chopped pecanscoarse sugar, if desiredPreheat oven to 400.Grease 12 regular size muffin cups or line withElizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11513060906603818315noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3992697280789331677.post-22439390192405840022010-10-05T08:26:00.004-04:002010-10-05T09:39:22.402-04:00Chicken-Penne Florentine BakeChicken-Penne Florentine BakeFrom Kraft Foods1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces2 TBSP flour2 cups multi-grain penne pasta, uncooked (I used Barilla PLUS penne)2 TBSP Kraft Sun-Dried Tomato Dressing (I didn't have this and used Balsamic Vinaigrette)1 cup fat-free reduced sodium chicken broth2 oz reduced fat cream cheese, cubed1 10oz package chopped spinach, thawed Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11513060906603818315noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3992697280789331677.post-59093146001395938112010-09-24T21:28:00.004-04:002010-09-24T21:42:21.189-04:00Copycat Starbucks Pumpkin SconesCopycat Pumpkin SconesFound online and unsure of original author2 cups all-purpose flour7 TBSP granulated sugar1 TBSP baking powder1/2 tsp salt1/2 tsp ground cinnamon1/2 tsp ground nutmeg1/4 tsp ground cloves1/4 tsp ground ginger1/2 cup canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie filling)3 TBSP half-and-half (I used fat free)1 large egg6 TBSP cold butterPlain Glaze:1 cup plus 1 TBSP powdered sugar3 TBSP milkElizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11513060906603818315noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3992697280789331677.post-44795375671052105392010-09-18T14:07:00.004-04:002010-09-18T15:52:40.367-04:00Vanilla Chai CupcakesVanilla Chai CupcakesFrom The Novice Chef 1 stick (1/2 cup) butter1 cup sugar2 tsp vanilla extract2 eggs1/2 quantity chai spice mix (see below)1 1/4 cups flour1/2 cup buttermilk (I used reduced fat)1/2 tsp baking soda1/2 tsp apple cider vinegar (I didn't have any and used plain vinegar)Chai Spice Mix:1 1/2 tsp ground cardamom (I didn't have any and substituted pumpkin pie spice)1 1/2 tsp ground Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11513060906603818315noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3992697280789331677.post-3776945482642086482010-09-16T16:08:00.004-04:002010-09-16T16:15:23.400-04:00Old-Fashioned Chicken Pot PieOld-Fashioned Chicken Pot PieAdapted from Gooseberry Patch Harvest Kitchen2 9-inch pie crusts2 TBSP onion2 cups cooked chicken, cubed2 cups frozen mixed vegetables, thawed10 3/4 oz can reduced-fat cream of chicken soup1/2 cup skim milkPreheat oven to 400 degrees.Line a 9-inch pie pan with one crust; set aside. Mix together chicken, vegetables, onion, soup and milk; pour into pie crust. Cover Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11513060906603818315noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3992697280789331677.post-72625366615025988952010-09-09T20:16:00.004-04:002010-09-09T20:25:43.133-04:00Turkey Pesto SlidersTurkey Pesto SlidersFrom Annie's Eats6 slider buns6 slices turkey deli meat6 slices provolone cheese3 TBSP pesto3 TBSP mayonnaise2 TBSP butter, meltedPreheat oven to 400.Line a baking sheet with foil. Split the buns and lay a folded slice of turkey on the bottom bun. Layer each with a slice of provolone. In a small bowl, combine the pesto and mayonnaise and mix until blended. Spread a thin Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11513060906603818315noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3992697280789331677.post-58243673394589725012010-09-06T17:28:00.005-04:002010-09-06T19:19:45.914-04:00Easy Peach CobblerEasy Peach CobblerFrom Southern Living, June 19971/2 cup unsalted butter1 cup all-purpose flour2 cups sugar, divided1 TBSP baking powderpinch of salt1 cup milk4 cups fresh peach slices1 TBSP lemon juiceGround cinnamon or nutmeg, if desired (I decided to try cinnamon)Preheat oven to 375.Melt butter in a 9x13 baking dish.Combine flour, 1 cup sugar, baking powder, and salt; add milk, stirring just Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11513060906603818315noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3992697280789331677.post-72788057893779502652010-09-06T13:15:00.003-04:002010-09-06T13:23:56.172-04:00Steak FajitasSteak FajitasFrom Kraft Food & Family, Fall 20101/3 cup steak sauce1/4 cup salsa1.5 lb boneless beef sirloin steak, cut into strips1/4 cup sour cream1 TBSP lime juice1 red pepper, cut into strips1 green pepper, cut into strips1 onion, cut lengthwise in half, then sliced crosswise (I didn't have an onion, so I omitted)6 8-inch flour tortillas, warmedMix stead sauce and salsa in a large bowl. Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11513060906603818315noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3992697280789331677.post-19391760513837349662010-08-31T16:16:00.004-04:002010-08-31T20:25:10.310-04:00Chicken Kebabs with Creamy PestoChicken Kebabs with Creamy PestoFrom Cooking Light, September 20102 tsp grated lemon rind2 tsp lemon juice, divided2 tsp bottled minced garlic2 tsp olive oil1/2 tsp salt1/4 tsp black pepper8 1-inch pieces yellow bell pepper8 cherry tomatoes (I only had grape tomatoes, so I just used more than 8)1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast cut into 1-inch pieces1 small red onion, cut into 8 Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11513060906603818315noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3992697280789331677.post-83249024728111449942010-07-25T20:38:00.003-04:002010-07-25T20:48:17.151-04:00Fajita Turkey BurgersFajita Turkey BurgersAdapted from Cooking Light, July 20061/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper1 1/2 tsp Mrs. Dash Fiesta Lime Seasoning1 TBS tomato paste1 cup bread crumbs1 lb lean ground turkey1 egg white or 2 TBS egg substitutehamburger buns, toastedDressing for burgers: Mix mayo with salsa verde until you get desired taste and consistency.Heat Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11513060906603818315noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3992697280789331677.post-38996927522315238382010-07-25T18:08:00.004-04:002010-07-25T18:15:33.760-04:00Pimento CheesePimento CheeseShredded CheddarJar of pimentosMayonnaiseBlend items together in food processor or blender.There's not a whole lot more Southern than pimento cheese sandwiches. I grew up eating them and continue to crave them every now and then. My grandfather's was always the best because he used real cheese and mayo. I personally use 2% shredded cheddar and reduced fat mayo. For this Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11513060906603818315noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3992697280789331677.post-2405362876421005292010-07-24T15:28:00.004-04:002010-07-24T15:41:25.284-04:00Blueberry Cinnamon MuffinsBlueberry Cinnamon MuffinsFrom Southern Living, July 2002 1/4 cup regular oats2 TBS brown sugar (I used Splenda blend)1 tsp ground cinnamon, divided1/4 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar (I used Slenda blend)1/2 cup egg substitute1 tsp vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1 tsp baking soda1/2 tsp baking powder1/2 tsp salt1 1/4 cup fat free buttermilk (I couldn't find fat free, so I substituted Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11513060906603818315noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3992697280789331677.post-90612121295157520552010-07-19T16:57:00.003-04:002010-07-19T17:05:17.213-04:00Mexican Chicken CasseroleMexican Chicken CasseroleAdapted from Kraft Foods 3/4 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces 1 tsp ground cumin 1 green pepper, choppedElizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11513060906603818315noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3992697280789331677.post-51021512187649957482010-07-09T14:14:00.005-04:002010-07-09T14:22:58.719-04:00Creamy Tomato-Basil Pasta with ShrimpCreamy Tomato-Basil Pasta with ShrimpFrom Kraft Food & Family Summer 2010 3 cups bow-tie pasta, uncooked (I used whole wheat pasta) 1/4 cup KRAFT Sun-Dried Tomato Dressing, divided 1 lb. uncooked peeled Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11513060906603818315noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3992697280789331677.post-3398373257278753932010-07-09T14:12:00.002-04:002010-07-09T14:14:19.957-04:00And she cooks again!So, about that very long lull in the cooking.....pregnancy is just the perfect excuse not to do things! By the time I get home from work I'm either not in the mood for what I was planning on making, feeling ill (not anymore, but definitely for awhile there), or just too tired. However, I will try and suck it up and cook more often because I need to get back in the habit.Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11513060906603818315noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3992697280789331677.post-15885747360187864162010-02-28T15:16:00.003-05:002010-02-28T15:24:22.171-05:00"Healthified" Mexican Pasta Skillet"Healthified" Mexican Pasta SkilletAdapted from BettyCrocker.com1 lb lean ground turkey1 16oz jar salsa1 cup tomato sauce1 1/2 cups water2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni1 cup corn1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheeseIn 12-inch skillet, cook turkey over medium-high heat 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly cooked; drain.Stir in salsa, tomato sauce and water. Heat to boiling. Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11513060906603818315noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3992697280789331677.post-1858465408236490392010-02-28T15:05:00.005-05:002010-02-28T15:16:18.066-05:00Pineapple Sweet & Sour ChickenPineapple Sweet & Sour ChickenFrom a Minute Rice recipe I found on a coupon2 cups Minute Rice, uncooked (I used brown rice)1 20oz can Dole Pineapple Chunks2 TBS canola oil1 medium green pepper, cut into chunks1 medium onion, cut into chunks1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced (omitted b/c I don't like them)1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces1 cup sweet & sour sauce2 TBS Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11513060906603818315noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3992697280789331677.post-59795260226980445362010-02-15T19:34:00.002-05:002010-02-15T19:38:01.285-05:00Orzo with Spinach and FetaOrzo with Spinach and FetaFrom Cooking Light December 19995 cups water2 cups uncooked orzo5 cups coarsely chopped spinach1 cup crumbled feta (I used reduced fat)1 TBS olive oil1 TBS lemon juice1/2 tsp saltBring water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add orzo. Cook 10 minutes; drain. Rinse with cold water; drain.Combine pasta, spinach, and feta in a large bowl. Combine oil and remaining ingredientsElizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11513060906603818315noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3992697280789331677.post-16011687646324249712010-02-15T19:21:00.005-05:002010-02-15T19:32:48.969-05:00Baked Shrimp with FetaBaked Shrimp with FetaFrom Cooking Light April 20091 TBS lemon juice1/2 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined1 tsp olive oil1/2 cup chopped onion1 garlic clove, minced (I used bottled)2 TBS bottled clam juice1 TBS white wine (I didn't have any and substituted chicken broth)1/2 tsp dried oregano1/t tsp black pepper1 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes, drained1/2 cup crumbled feta (I used reduced fat)Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11513060906603818315noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3992697280789331677.post-59500951732018535482010-01-09T10:03:00.003-05:002010-01-09T10:09:07.117-05:00Maple-Glazed SalmonMaple-Glazed SalmonFrom The Best of Cooking Light2 TBS maple syrup1 1/2 TBS apple juice1 1/2 TBS lemon juice2 tsp hoisin sauce1 1/2 tsp grated peeled fresh ginger1 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard1/4 tsp five-spice powder4 6oz salmon filletsPreheat broiler.Combine the first 7 ingredients in a large zip-top plastic bag. Add fillets to bag, and seal. Marinate in refrigerator for 15 minutes.Remove fillets Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11513060906603818315noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3992697280789331677.post-43909710395664512462010-01-03T19:36:00.004-05:002010-01-03T19:43:30.777-05:00Quick Chicken-Corn ChowderQuick Chicken-Corn ChowderAdapted from Cooking Light, December 20012 TBS butter1/4 cup chopped onion1/4 cup chopped celery2 TBS all-purpose flour2 cups 2% milk1 cup skim milk2 cups chopped boneless, skinless chicken breasts1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels1/4 tsp dried thyme1/8 tsp salt1/8 tsp black pepper1 14.75 oz can cream-style cornMelt the butter in a large Dutch oven over medium heat.Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11513060906603818315noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3992697280789331677.post-65735623890781581112009-12-28T15:06:00.002-05:002009-12-28T15:13:32.472-05:00Chocolate Mint BrowniesChocolate Mint BrowniesRecipe from Elizabeth's motherBrownies:2 sticks margarine4 one ounce squares unsweetened baking chocolateMelt together.4 eggs2 cups sugarBeat together and add melted chocolate and margarine.1 tsp vanillaAdd to above.1 cup flourBlend in. Bake in a 9x13 pan at 350 for 20 minutes. They may need a little longer.Frosting:2 TBS margarine2 cups powdered sugar2 1/2 TBS milk1 tsp Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11513060906603818315noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3992697280789331677.post-30145062826039618682009-12-16T06:42:00.003-05:002009-12-16T06:46:47.229-05:00Pecan CrescentsPecan CrescentsFrom The All-New Ultimate Southern Living Cookbook1 cup pecan pieces, toasted1 cup butter, softened3/4 cup powdered sugar, sifted2 tsp vanilla extract2 1/2 cups sifted all-purpose flour2 cups powdered sugarPulse pecans in a food processor 5 or 6 times or until ground.Beat butter and 3/4 cup powdered sugar at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy. Stir in vanilla and Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11513060906603818315noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3992697280789331677.post-17452396963959896812009-12-07T19:41:00.002-05:002009-12-07T19:47:38.387-05:00Christmas House DecorationsElizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11513060906603818315noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3992697280789331677.post-5458166545047704422009-12-07T19:30:00.004-05:002009-12-07T19:40:02.463-05:00Turkey and Cheese EnchiladasTurkey and Cheese EnchiladasAdapted from Betty Crocker's Quick & Easy Cookbook1 lb ground turkey1 medium onion, chopped1 16oz container reduced fat sour cream1 15oz can yellow corn, drained1 cup reduced fat shredded Mexican blend cheese8 8-inch flour tortillas1 10oz can enchilada saucePreheat oven to 350.Cook turkey and onion in a 10-inch skillet over medium heat 8-10 minutes, stirring Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11513060906603818315noreply@blogger.com0