Monthly Archives: November 2011

Skillet Gnocchi with Chard & White Beans

Summary: This recipe tied for first place in the 2011 Holiday Challenge Taste Test Ingredients 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 (16-ounce) package of shelf-stable gnocchi (see tip) 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced 4 cloves … Continue reading

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Cranberry-Walnut Pineapple Bread/Muffins

Summary: Submitted by Terri W. Ingredients 1 (20-ounce) can of crushed pineapple with juice 1 1/2 cup light Agave Nectar 4 tablespoon vegetable oil 2 eggs, lightly beaten 3 1/4 cups white whole-wheat flour 4 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon … Continue reading

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Baked Apples

Ingredients 1/4 cup and 2 tablespoons raisins 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or almonds 1/2 teaspoon grated orange peel 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup water 2 tablespoons butter 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 6 apples (your … Continue reading

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Apple Crunch Breakfast Pudding

Ingredients 1 large egg 1/4 cup dark brown sugar 1 1/4 cup skim milk 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1/2 cup chopped walnuts 5 slices whole wheat bread 2 cups sliced fresh apple with peel 1/2 cup raisins … Continue reading

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Pumpkin Dip

Summary: This easy dip is a crowd-pleaser and makes a great snack when served with apple slices Submitted by Kara P. Ingredients 1 (15 ounce) can of pumpkin 8 ounces Neufchatel cheese 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice 1/3 cup maple … Continue reading

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