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Grilled Steak Hoagies on Whole Grain Sub Buns w/ Baked Crinkle Fries

May 22, 2013 at 5:05 PM | Posted in Aunt Millie's, baking, BEEF, Ore - Ida, Sargento's Cheese | Leave a comment
Tags: Aunt Millie, Baking, Carbohydrate, Dietary fiber, Ore-Ida, Saturated fat, Trans fat, Weight Watchers

Today’s Menu: Grilled Steak Hoagies on Whole Grain Sub Buns w/ Baked Crinkle Fries

It was back to the family Doctor this morning. He wanted to go over a few things from the blood work. He took a bit more blood to check my Iron count and a few other things, still hoping it’s nothing serious. It really upsets me and troubles me when something comes back from testing out of whack. With everything I’ve been through I just get real jittery. Got to stay positive though! For dinner another one of the J.T.M. Hoagies along with some baked Ore Ida Crinkle Fries.

I used the J.T.M. Beef Steak Hoagies I had used the other day. They come pre-cooked and frozen so all you have to do is warm them back up. You bake them pan fry them or grill them, I pan fried them this time. It took about 3– 4 minutes per side and they were ready. J.T.M. is one of the better tasting prepared Hoagies and they have a whole line of Hoagies, Hamburgers, and such. I served them on Aunt Millie’s Deli Style Whole Grain Mini Sub Buns. For toppings I Sauteed some Baby Bella Mushrooms, Ragu Original Pizza Sauce, and Sargento Ultra Thin Provolone Cheese. For a side to go with my Hoagie I baked some Ore Ida Crinkle Cut Fries. For a dessert/snack later a 100 Calorie Mini Bag of Jolly Time Pop Corn.

JTM Steak Hoagie
In Greater Cincinnati, steak hoagie fans have preferred the same, old-fashioned, juicy steak hoagie patty they’ve come to love and enjoy at block parties, festivals and pizza shops. In southern Ohio, JTM is the definitive brand of this popular sandwich phenomenon.

Calories in J.T.M. Steak Hoagie
Nutrition FactsJ.T.M. – Steak HoagieServings: Calories 820 Sodium 1,920 mgTotal Fat 39 g Potassium 0 mgSaturated 17 g Total Carbs 78 gPolyunsaturated 0 g Dietary Fiber 5 gMonounsaturated 0 g Sugars 9 gTrans 2 g Protein 40 gCholesterol 85 mg Vitamin A 10% Calcium 25%Vitamin C 15% Iron 40%

Aunt Millie’s Whole Grain Mini Sub Buns

Aunt Millie’s brings specialty rolls and buns from the Deli to you. Your sandwich-making occasions can be special occasions, with Aunt Millie’s Deli. Enjoy!

Weight Watchers ® PointsPlus ® Value: 4*
*The PointsPlus ® value for this product was calculated by Aunt Millie’s and is provided for informational purposes only. This is not an endorsement, sponsorship or approval of this product or its manufacturer by Weight Watchers International, Inc., the owner of the Weight Watchers ® and PointsPlus ® trademarks.

Nutrition
Facts
Serving size 1 Bun (66g)
Servings per Container 8

Calories 170
Calories from fat 20
Amount/Serving %DV*
Total Fat 2g 3%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 210mg 9%
Potassium 105mg 3%
Total Carbohydrate 32g 11%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugars 3g
Protein 6g

http://www.auntmillies.com/products/ProductView.aspx?prod=5157&cat=Deli

Pan Fried Seasoned Haddock w/ Seasoned Blackeye Peas and Diced Rutabagas

May 20, 2013 at 5:20 PM | Posted in baking, fish, Margaret Holmes Products | Leave a comment
Tags: Canola, Dietary fiber, Dietary Reference Intake, Fat, Fish, haddock, Margaret Holmes, Saturated fat, Serving size, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, Trans fat

Today’s Menu: Pan Fried Seasoned Haddock w/ Seasoned Blackeye Peas and Diced Rutabagas

We went from sunny and pleasant Spring days right into late July hot, hazy, and humid weather. Really uncomfortable out today with a lot of pollen out there. But on the plus side its above 10 degrees with no snow or ice! Broke down today and purchased a new bed frame, mattress, and box springs and none to soon as my bed was ready to go at anytime. Went with a nice firm mattress. For dinner tonight I prepared a Pan Fried Seasoned Haddock w/ Seasoned Blackeye Peas and Diced Rutabagas.

I purchased the Haddock from Kroger Seafood Dept. yesterday. To prepare it I cut the fillet into smaller pieces and used Zatarain’s Lemon Pepper Seasoning for it, one of my favorite seasonings. I pan fried it in Canola Oil about 3 1/2 minutes per side. Came out golden brown and full of flavor!

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For side dishes it was all Margaret Holmes sides, except the Bread. I heated up a can of Margaret Holmes Seasoned Blackeye Peas and a can of Diced Rutabagas. I love the Blackeye Peas and the seasoning it comes in, it’s spot on! The Rutabagas I’ve had once before, something different for a side and it’s only 35 calories and 17 carbs per serving. I seasoned them with a pinch of Ground Nutmeg and a pinch of Splenda Brown Sugar. I also baked a loaf of La Brea Bakery Take and Bake Artisan Multi Grain Loaf. For dessert later a Healthy Choice Vanilla Bean Frozen Yogurt.

Seasoned Blackeye Peas
Containing the highest percentage of protein of any other variety of pea, the Black-Eyed- Pea has been a staple in the southern kitchen for decades. Margaret Holmes Seasoned Black-eyed-Peas are slow simmered in a zesty blend flavorful spices and ready to eat right from the can. Nutritious and excellent by themselves or as an ingredient to soups and salads. Just heat-n-serve!

Serving Size 1/2 cup (141g)
Servings Per Container about 3

Nutrition Information

Amount Per Serving % Daily Value*
Calories 120 -
Calories from Fat 5 -
Total Fat 0.5g 1%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 790mg 33%
Total Carbohydrate 26g 9%
Dietary Fiber 6g 24%
Sugars 2g -
Protein 10g -

Diced Rutabagas
Originally cultivated in Sweden where it grew wild, the Rutabaga was brought to the US in 1817. This flavorful root can be prepared in a variety of ways and is often an addition to greens and soups or by itself. Margaret Holmes Rutabagas are locally grown and cooked to perfection. Just heat-n-serve!

Serving Size 1/2 cup (120g)
Servings Per Container about 3.5

Nutrition Information

Amount Per Serving % Daily Value*
Calories 35 -
Calories from Fat 0 -
Total Fat 0g 0%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 300mg 13%
Total Carbohydrate 6g 2%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Sugars 4g -
Protein less than 1g -
Vitamin A 0%
Vitamin C 10%
Calcium 2%

http://www.margaretholmes.com/products/

LaBrea Bakery Take and Bake Artisan Multi Grain Loaf
Satisfying, hearty and wholesome. The sweet and nutty flavor combination delivers a perfect taste.
Ingredients
UNBLEACHED ENRICHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, MALTED BARLEY FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), WATER, WHOLE WHEAT FLOUR, SOUR CULTURE, FLAX SEEDS, SUNFLOWER SEEDS, MILLET, RYE FLOUR, SALT, YEAST, SUGAR, WHEAT BRAN, CANOLA OIL, WHEAT GLUTEN, WHEAT FLOUR, CULTURED WHEAT FLOUR, GUAR GUM, GUM ARABIC, WHITE DEGERMINATED CORN MEAL, CARAMEL COLOR WITH SULFITES.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 slice (57g/2oz)
Servings Per Container: 6
Amount Per Serving
Calories 160 Calories from Fat 25
% Daily Value
Total Fat 2.5g 4%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 320mg 13%
Total Carbohydrate 29g 10%
Dietary Fiber 3g 11%
Sugars 1g
Protein 6g

http://www.labreabakery.com/our-breads-foods/

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

May 16, 2013 at 7:28 AM | Posted in baking, Kitchen Hints | Leave a comment
Tags: Baked Goods, Baking, cook, Cookie, Food, Gift, Home, Shopping

If your baked goods are stuck to the pan, wrap the bottom of the pan in a cold, wet towel for a few minutes. Once the pan is cooler, your brownies or bar cookies may come out more easily.

Kitchen Hints of the Day

May 15, 2013 at 11:23 AM | Posted in baking, Kitchen Hints | Leave a comment
Tags: Baking and Confections, Chocolate chip, cook, Cookie, Cookie dough, Cookie jar, Holiday Cookies, Home

Hint #1 – Rinse out coffee cans and store cookies in them. Use the original lids, or stretch plastic wrap across the top and seal with a rubber band.

Hint #2 – To keep your cookies chewy, add half an apple or a slice of white bread to the cookie jar. This will provide just enough moisture to keep the cookies from becoming hard.

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

May 14, 2013 at 7:01 AM | Posted in baking, Kitchen Hints | Leave a comment
Tags: Baking and Confections, cook, Cookie, Evaporation, Food, Holiday Cookies, Home, Shopping

If crisp cookies are what you’re after, be sure your cookie jar has a loose fitting lid. This allows air to circulate and evaporates any moisture.

Progresso Kitchen Favorites Classic Lasagna w/ Baked Artisan Multi Grain Bread

May 12, 2013 at 5:30 PM | Posted in baking, cheese, ground turkey, Honeysuckle White Turkey Products, pasta, Progresso | Leave a comment
Tags: Brown, cook, Home, Mozzarella, Parmigiano-Reggiano, Pasta, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, Tomato sauce

Today’s Menu: Progresso Kitchen Favorites Classic Lasagna w/ Baked Artisan Multi Grain Bread

CHILLY this morning about 35 degrees, 31 tomorrow morning with a freeze warning! Come on Mother Nature with that warm weather. Being Mother’s Day I gave Mom a choice of what to have for Dinner. We thought about going to one of the local Steakhouses but Mom decided she wanted to eat at home and she wanted Lasagna. So for dinner I prepared; Progresso Kitchen Favorites Classic Lasagna w/ Baked Artisan Multi Grain Bread. As always I substitute Extra Lean Ground Turkey for the Beef.

lasagna

This has become one of our favorite dinners and our favorite Lasagna recipes, Progresso Kitchen Favorites Classic Lasagna! It’s very easy to make as the dinner kit contains the Lasagna Pasta, Tomato Herb sauce, Ricotta Sauce Mix, and Grated Parmesan Cheese. I added 1 lb. Jennie – O Lean Ground Turkey, 1 Cup water, 2/3 Cup 2% Milk, 1 (8 oz.) Shredded Mozzarella Cheese (2 Cups), 1/2 cup Shredded dutch Gouda, and I also added a bit more seasoning (McCormick Grinder Italian Herb). I combined the Mozzarella and Goda Cheese. Gouda is such a great tasting Cheese and is a perfect melting Cheese. Basically you just layer your ingredients in a 8″ square baking dish and cover and bake at 425 degrees for 30 minutes and bake an additional 10 minutes uncovered. The product description along with full instructions are at the bottom of the post.

Prepared by the instructions it was 390 calories but I cut that and the carb count down by using Honeysuckle White Extra Lean Ground Turkey instead of Beef and Sargento Reduced Fat 2% Mozzarella Cheese. The Lasagna came out delicious every time! Everyone really loves this. The flavor as always is excellent. The Sauce was thick and well seasoned and the same for the pasta, perfect, plus plenty leftovers to freeze for later. I also baked a loaf of the La Brea Bakery Take and Bake Artisan Multi Grain Loaf. For dessert later a Healthy Choice Chocolate Swirl Frozen Yogurt.

Progresso Kitchen Favorites Classic Lasagna

Directions
Ready to bake in about 20 minutes. You Will Need: 1 lb lean ground beef; 1 cup water; 2/3 cup milk; 1 bag (8 oz) shredded mozzarella cheese (2 cups); nonstick cooking spray and foil. Sauce: Heat oven to 425 degrees F. Brown beef in 10-inch skillet, breaking up beef into small pieces; drain. Stir Tomato Herb Sauce and water into beef; heat to boiling. Reduce heat; simmer 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Meanwhile, mix Ricotta Sauce Mix and milk in liquid measuring cup or small bowl, using whisk or fork. Layer: Spray 8-inch square glass baking dish with cooking spray. Layer lasagna: Spread about 2/3 cup beef sauce in dish. Layer with 2 uncooked Pasta sheets (side by side), 2/3 cup beef sauce (cover Pasta with sauce), 1/4 cup ricotta sauce and 1/2 cup mozzarella. Repeat layers twice, starting with Pasta. Add remaining Pasta, beef sauce and mozzarella. Sprinkle with Parmesan Cheese. Kitchen Tip: Substitute 1/4 cup dry red wine for 1/4 cup of the water.

Progresso Kitchen Favorites Classic Lasagna

Product Details
Add beef & cheese! Quality Foods. Quality ingredients included. Lasagna pasta; tomato herb sauce; ricotta sauce mix; grated parmesan cheese. Exchanges: 2 starch, 3-1/2 medium fat meat. Carbohydrate Choices: 2. Made with quality ingredients. Progresso Kitchen Favorites dinners combine high quality ingredients to create delicious meals that become family favorites!

Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 0.167 pkg
Servings per container: 6
Before Preparation

Nutrient Qty %DV

Calories 390 – Prepared
Calories from Fat 10
Total Fat 1 g 2%
Cholesterol -5 mg 1%
Sodium 510 mg 21%
Total Carbohydrate 23 g 8%
Dietary Fiber 2 g 8%
Sugars 6 g
Protein 4 g
Vitamin A 6%
Vitamin C 20%
Calcium 6%
Iron 4%

http://progresso.com/

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Kitchen Hints of the Day!

May 12, 2013 at 7:19 AM | Posted in baking, Kitchen Hints | Leave a comment
Tags: Baking and Confections, Chocolate chip, cook, Cookie, Cookie dough, Cooking spray, Cookware and bakeware, Home

Hint #1 – Is your cookie dough sticking to everything? It’s easy to get a spoonful of cookie dough to drop to your baking pan if you first dip the spoon in milk.
Hint #2 – Making cookies? Spray the beaters with a little vegetable oil or nonstick cooking spray and you have to stop every few seconds to scrape the batter off the beaters and back into the bowl.

Chocolate chip cookie dough

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

May 11, 2013 at 8:06 AM | Posted in baking, Kitchen Hints | Leave a comment
Tags: Baking and Confections, cook, Cookie, Cookie dough, Dough, Food coloring, Home, Sheet pan

Dye your cookie dough, not your hands, by dropping food coloring into a plastic freezer bag with the dough. Knead a bit and roll around to even out the color. You can use right away or keep in the freezer. Either way, you’ll have fun, colorful cookies, and save lots of time on hand cleaning.

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

May 10, 2013 at 9:37 AM | Posted in baking, Kitchen Hints | Leave a comment
Tags: Baking and Confections, Bread, cook, Cookie, dessert, Flour, Home, Tablespoon

If your cookies typically don’t brown enough, bake them on a higher rack in the oven. Other techniques to boost browning include substituting a tablespoon or two of corn syrup for the sugar, using egg for the liquid, and using unbleached or bread flour in the recipe.

Baked Buttermilk Mustard Chicken Thighs w/ Egg Noodle Fettuccine, Sauteed Mushrooms,…

May 9, 2013 at 5:32 PM | Posted in baking, chicken, mushrooms, noodle | 2 Comments
Tags: Bread, Bread Crumbs, Chicken Thighs, Dijon, Dinner, Egg Noodles, Kroger, Mustard, Parmigiano-Reggiano, Pasta, Saturated fat, WHEAT GLUTEN

Today’s Menu: Baked Buttermilk Mustard Chicken Thighs w/ Egg Noodle Fettuccine, Sauteed Mushrooms, and Baked Multi Grain Loaf Bread.

Well it looks as though my Dad will be coming home Saturday, barring no setbacks, from the rehab center. It will be nice to have home again! Really had no idea on what to have for dinner. I went to Kroger to pick up some Milk and Bread and came back with everything to make dinner tonight. Kroger had Chicken Thighs on sale and I knew I had found dinner! I had never tried any recipes with Chicken Thighs but I keep hearing on the cooking shows on TV on how good they are I thought I would give them a chance. For dinner I prepared Baked Buttermilk Mustard Chicken Thighs w/ Egg Noodle Fettuccine, Sauteed Mushrooms, and Baked Multi Grain Loaf Bread.

I found the Baked Buttermilk Mustard Chicken Thighs on-line at http://www.food.com/. Very good website stocked full of all kinds of recipes. To prepare the marinade for the Chicken I’ll need; 1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs, 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon dried minced onion flakes (optional), 1/2 cup buttermilk, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 2 teaspoons honey, 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, 1/4 teaspoon dried ground sage, and 6 chicken thighs, skinless and boneless. I first preheated the oven to 425 degrees F. I then combined the bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese; set aside. Combined the buttermilk, Dijon, honey, salt, pepper, garlic powder, rosemary, and sage. Then coated the thighs in one portion of the buttermilk mixture, then dredge in the bread crumbs; and discarded any used buttermilk or breadcrumbs that were left over. Placed the thighs on a plate so that they are not overlapping and let chill in refrigerator for 20 minutes. Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray and place in oven for 5 minutes to preheat the sheet; place thighs on the sheet and bake for 24 – 30 minutes, turning the pieces over half though the baking time. We have another keeper recipe! The Chicken Thighs had just an incredible flavor from all the ingredients and Buttermilk along with a nice crunch to them from the Bread crumbs.

To go with the delicious Chick Thighs I prepared some Al Dente Egg Fettuccine Noodles, Sauteed Baby Bella Mushrooms, and baked a loaf of the La Brea Bakery Take and Bake Artisan Multi Grain Loaf. Everything together made one fantastic dinner! To serve it I added the Mushrooms to the Pasta and served the Chicken Thighs on top of a bed of Pasta. For dessert later a Banana! Not a Banana Split or Bananas Foster, a Banana. They had them on sale at Kroger!

Baked Buttermilk Mustard Chicken Thighs

Prep Time: 20 minsTotal Time: 44 minsServings: 4
Ingredients
1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon dried minced onion flakes (optional)
1/2 cup buttermilk
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons honey
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/4 teaspoon dried ground sage
4 chicken thighs, skinless and boneless

Directions
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
Combine bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, and dried minced onion; set aside.
Combine the buttermilk, Dijon, honey, salt, pepper, garlic powder, rosemary, and sage.
Divide mixture into two portions and set one portion aside.
Coat the thighs in one portion of the buttermilk mixture, then dredge in the bread crumbs; discard any used buttermilk or breadcrumbs that are left over.
Place thighs on a plate so that they are not overlapping and let chill in refrigerator for 20 minutes.
Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray and place in oven for 5 minutes to preheat the sheet; place thighs on the sheet and bake for 24 minutes, turning the pieces over after 12 minutes.
To serve, microwave the reserved, unused buttermilk mixture on high for about 20-30 seconds or until warmed through, and drizzle as a sauce over the chicken.
Calories 265.6 Calories from Fat 14454%Total Fat 16.0 g24%Saturated Fat 4.7 g23%Cholesterol 82.3 mg27%Sodium 567.4 mg23%Total Carbohydrate 10.1 g

http://www.food.com/recipe/baked-buttermilk-mustard-chicken-thighs-32422

http://www.labreabakery.com/our-breads-foods/take-bake/multi-grain-loaf/

Al Dente Egg Fettuccine Noodles
Perfect for any occasion, any recipe, whether it is chicken soup, fettuccine alfredo or simply pasta with fresh tomatoes, olive oil and Parmesan cheese. Parents from all over the country write to us saying that even their kids can tell the difference between Al Dente Egg Fettuccine and others. That makes us feel so good!

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