Monthly Archives: April 2012

Green Beans with Olive Oil

Hands-on time:  5 minutes Total time:  15 minutes  1 lb green beans 1 Tbsp olive oil   Bring a pot of salted water to a boil, add the green beans, and cook until tender 5-7 minutes.  Drain and toss with … Continue reading

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Twice Baked Cheddar Potatoes

Hands-on time:  10 minutes Total time:  35 minutes 2 large russet potatoes (about 1 lb), washed ¼ c whole milk 4 Tbsp unsalted butter, cut into pieces 4 oz Cheddar cheese, grated (1 c) Microwave the potatoes on high until … Continue reading

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Roasted Turkey Breast with Thyme

Hands-on time: 10 minutes total time: 1 hour Serves 4 1 boneless, skinless turkey breast (about 2½ lbs) 1 Tbsp olive oil 2 tsp chopped fresh thyme salt and pepper Heat oven to 400°F.  Place the turkey breast on a … Continue reading

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Fried Dough with Chocolate Sauce

Total Time: 15 minutes Serves 4 1 lb plain or whole-wheat pizza dough* canola oil confectioners’ sugar chocolate sauce Prepare the dough according to the package instructions.  Let the dough sit, covered, at room temperature for 30 minutes before following … Continue reading

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Breakfast Waffle Sandwich

Hands-on Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 20 minutes Makes 4 servings 8 frozen plain or whole-grain toaster waffles, unthawed 4 eggs 8 slices of bacon 4 slices cheese 4 Tbsp unsalted butter Cook the eggs to your preference (scrambled, fried … Continue reading

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