Recipes

Posted by Theresa on January 30, 2012 22 comments
What's for breakfast? Here are some ideas...

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  1. Karen1/30/2012

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    1. Anonymous2/11/2012

      Linda, here....

      I'm not overly fond of eggs and would be grateful for some/ANY breakfast ideas.

      on a side note, I could use a little help on commenting here. I have signed up using my twitter profile, but it is not a choice in your drop down menu.

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    2. Theresa2/11/2012

      Anonymous asked for breakfast ideas. My simple answer is: anything you want. I wrote a "What's for Breakfast?" in an earlier post:

      http://friendsofthekeyhypnosis.blogspot.com/2011/11/whats-for-breakfast.html

      A comment made on this blog, back in Nov, on this topic indicated:

      "When I grew up, we sometimes ate breakfast for dinner, so having dinner for breakfast isn't any different. How many times did you have leftover pizza for breakfast? Why should any other leftover meal be any different?"

      I agree!

      Anyone else want to speak about what they have for breakfast?

      As far as how twitter works with this blog, let me do some digging around and I'll get back to you on this.

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    3. Theresa1/22/2013

      Here's the updated URL:
      http://friendofjulie.blogspot.com/2011/11/whats-for-breakfast.html

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  2. Unknown1/31/2012

    Theresa I LOVE the work you have been doing on this blog! It looks GREAT!!!!!

    LOVE the recipe section!!! If we have a recipe can we just post it or do we have to email it to you to get it approved by Julie? I have a couple and am not sure what to do.

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    1. Theresa1/31/2012

      I'm glad you like the new look. Just like we need to mix things up, I thought the blog was due for a change too.

      Add your recipes and I'll add a link to them on the recipe page. I'll run the recipes by Julie and after she gives her approval, I'll add a note that they are "Julie approved". I haven't had chance to do this with the recipes that are posted, but hope to do so soon.

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    2. Anonymous2/10/2012

      A simple dish for the slow cooker
      Add Chicken pieces to the slow cooker then top with a large jar of chunky salsa. (You can do any heat you like) Cook on low for 3-4 hours. So good.
      Salsa on scramble eggs are a delicious change.

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    3. Theresa1/22/2013

      Chicken and salsa in the crockpot is one of my favorite recipes too!

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  3. Unknown2/01/2012

    my friend Jen who is doing Julie's program, with UNBELIEVEABLE success, told me about this recipe. It is good!


    Mock Chinese Fried Rice

    Fake rice using grated cauliflower that makes a great side when craving rice or just something different.
    Ingredients
    3 large eggs, beaten
    3 tbsps olive oil
    1 breast, bone and skin removed chicken
    3 1/2 cups cauliflower, grated ( I put in food processor)
    1 clove minced garlic
    1/2 tsp ginger
    3 small green onions
    3 tbsps soy sauce

    Directions
    1.In a wok or large flat skillet, heat enough oil to cover the bottom.

    2.Fry minced garlic (or garlic powder) with finely diced white part of onions for approximately 1 minute.

    3.Add grated cauliflower and fry for 4-5 minutes, stirring constantly.

    4.Add soy, ginger, diced green onion tops, and pre-cooked cubed meat. Stir to mix well and brown a bit. set aside.

    5. I would scramble the eggs first and set aside. The original instructions say to push the above mixture to one side of pan, then add more oil if needed and then scramble eggs in pan until cooked but still moist. Stir eggs into "rice" mix and remove from heat. I would scramble them before as my mixture got to gooped up. I like my eggs broken up into small pieces in my 'rice'.

    6.Note: instead of chicken can use any combination of shrimp, beef, ham, turkey or vegetables of your choice.

    7. and of course, watch your protein to veggie ratio!!!!

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    1. Karen Nagel2/09/2012

      I made it and it is good. I skipped the chicken and added a little more soy sause but definitely enjoyed it. Thanks.

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  4. Theresa2/03/2012

    Thanks for the recipe Linda; it sounds yummy!

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  5. C. Bruce Froehlich2/26/2012

    Hi great site you have here. I appreciate the new ideas. A few items that I've enjoyed over the past few months that are simple (I'm no gourmet chef):

    Crust Free Quiche:
    16oz of Egg Beaters
    2 cups shredded cheese (I change it up between Cheddar Jack and Swiss)
    8oz cooked Turkey Sausage
    1 pint of chopped mushroom slices
    10oz package of frozen chopped spinach (thawed)
    Combine all 5 ingredients in a large bowl then pour mixture into a 9" pie pan. bake at 350F for about 35-40 minutes. Season to taste. I like hot sauce personally.

    Simple Chili:
    16oz Ground Buffalo Meat (browned)
    28oz can Diced Tomato
    1 packet of chili seasoning
    15 can corn
    Throw everything in a skillet and simmer for 15 min or so. Top with a dollop of sour cream or some shredded cheese.

    Sheppard's Pie:
    Bottom layer - Ground meat of your choice (browned)
    Middle layer - Can of peas & Can of corn
    Top layer - Mashed cauliflower (instead of potatoes)
    to make that I steam a head until it's really soft then run it thru a food processor with a little cream and butter.
    I sprinkle paprika on top then bake at 350F for 30 min.

    Pasta Free Lasagna:
    I actually don't have this recipe in front of me, it's something my wife makes for me on occasion. She takes a simple lasagna recipe but rather than using the noodles, she substitutes thinly sliced layers of eggplant and zucchini. Delicious!

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    1. C. Bruce Froehlich2/27/2012

      ...I forgot to add peppers and onions to the chili. I usually just grab a bag from the frozen foods section and use about half.

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    2. Theresa3/04/2012

      Thanks Bruce for sharing your recipes. I added them to the recipe page. All of these sound wonderful and it would be great to have photos with them. My friend Chris was just talking about how much she loves Sheppard's Pie, so I'll make sure she see this.

      Email me if you would like to be a contributor to this blog, so you can post recipes with photos of your home meals that you and your wife prepare. It would also be great to hear your story, as there are a few other men following this blog.

      To send me an email, click on my name.

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    3. Unknown6/20/2012

      Hi, I would like to add a variation to the Sheppard's Pie. Instead of cauliflower, I cook butternut squash, mash it with some butter and add nutmeg and cinnamon to it and use it as my top layer. It is delish!!!

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    4. Theresa1/22/2013

      Susan's right - butternut squash as the top ingredient to Sheppard's pie is another one of my favorite recipes

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  6. Anonymous4/11/2012

    Hi, I have a question. The other day I made split pea soup because I had the Easter ham bone leftover. I made it thinking that it was made with peas, and peas are legal. However, in discussions with a friend, they seem to think that pea soup peas are not allowed. Is that true?

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    1. Anonymous5/16/2012

      If the peas are dried then they are not allowed. Usually pea soup is with dry peas, maybe that is why?

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  7. Jaclyn5/28/2012

    Hello! If you are looking for something salty and crunchy, I am a big fan of kale chips. Here's a pretty good video recipe: http://www.marksdailyapple.com/crispy-kale-chips/#axzz1wBxcnH8t

    enjoy, keyhyps!

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  8. Anonymous12/04/2012

    Does anyone have low carb recipes for the crock pot? Its that time of year when its nice to come home to dinner already made.. Thank You

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    1. Theresa1/22/2013

      Crockpot Lemon Chicken:
      http://friendofjulie.blogspot.com/2013/01/crockpot-lemon-chicken.html

      Meatballs - see link above

      Meatloaf - see link above

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  9. Anonymous2/12/2013

    I make a lot of soup. My 2 favorites are a basic chicken soup using leftover rotisserie chicken and cook with celery, onion, basil, seasonings as desired (oregano, salt, pepper, bay leaf, etc.) Once chicken is falling off the bone, strain & put broth back on stove with chopped carrot, celery. Add cut up chicken and simmer until veggies are tender.
    The other recipe is easy to make as well and VERY satisfying. It is the following Italian Wedding Soup (I just don't add in the orzo into the soup. I make it on the side & if my family wants it they can add it to their bowls)

    Fabio Viviani's Italian Wedding Soup
    Try This Fabulous Soup

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    The host of Yahoo Screen's "Chow Ciao" makes some delicious dishes.
    From the kitchen of Fabio Viviani
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    Servings:6-8
    Difficulty: Easy
    Cook Time: 30-60 min
    Ground beef, panko bread crumbs, and eggs make for delicious meatballs in this warm soup.
    Ingredients
    1 lb. ground beef (80/20)
    2 ea. eggs
    1/3 cup panko bread crumbs
    3 Tbsp. parmesan cheese, grated
    3 quarts chicken broth
    3 cups fresh baby spinach
    1 cup carrots, diced
    1 cup yellow onion, diced
    1 cup celery, diced
    2 cups orzo pasta
    ½ cup (to taste) extra virgin olive oil
    salt and pepper to taste
    Cooking Directions
    Saute carrots, onion and celery in oil until soft and starting to brown.
    Add Chicken stock. Let the mixture reduce on high heat.
    While boiling, mix beef, eggs, breadcrumbs and parmesan in a separate bowl to make meatballs. Form into ½ inch balls, and set on a baking sheet.
    Cook meatballs on the baking sheet in 375F degree oven for 12-15 minutes.
    Add pasta to soup to cook.
    When meatballs are cooked, add them to the soup.
    Stir in the spinach to the soup.
    Boil 5 minutes and season with salt and pepper.
    MANGIA!
    Recipe courtesy Fabio Viviani. Click here to learn more about Fabio Viviani.
    This recipe was styled by chef Karen Pickus for Good Morning America.
    Recipe Summary
    Main Ingredients: beef, eggs, panko, spinach, carrots, orzo
    Course: Soup

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