Tim the Younger

Green Peas

1 can (14.5 oz) green peas 3/8 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon butter or margarine If you have it (#1): 1/2 small onion Another 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon vegetable oil If you have it (#2): 1/2 can (4 ounce can; using 2 ounces) mushroom pieces and stems Another 1/8 teaspoon saltContinue reading “Green Peas”

Corn

1 can (14.5 oz) whole kernel corn 3/8 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon butter or margarine If you have it: 1/2 small onion Another 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1/4 teaspoon ground rosemary Directions: (If you have it) In a small saucepan, add the vegetable oil and set burner toContinue reading “Corn”

Green Beans

1 can (14.5 ounce) regular or Italian green beans 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon butter or margarine If you have it: 1/2 small onion or 1 teaspoon dried minced onion Another 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon vegetable oil Directions: (If you have it) In a small saucepan, add the vegetable oilContinue reading “Green Beans”

Alton Brown’s Easy Peanut Butter Fudge

2 sticks unsalted butter 1 cup peanut butter (JIF recommended) 455 grams (approximately 3-3/4 cups) confectioners sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Directions: In a large (microwave-safe) bowl, microwave butter and peanut butter on high for 2 min. Stir to combine, then microwave for 2 additional minutes. Add sugar and vanilla, and mix until smooth. CoatContinue reading “Alton Brown’s Easy Peanut Butter Fudge”

Taco Soup

1-1/2 to 2 lbs ground beef (73% lean) 3 cloves (3 teaspoons) garlic, minced 1 medium (1/2 cup) onion 2 packages (4 tablespoons or 2 ounces) taco seasoning 2 cans (10 ounce) Rotel with green chiles 1 teaspoon chili powder 8 ounces (1 package) cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (or 2 teaspoonsContinue reading “Taco Soup”

Slow-Cooker Pork Chops

4 thick-cut pork chops 1/2 cup olive oil 2 cups chicken broth (or two cups of water and 2 chicken bullion cubes) 2 teaspoons garlic, minced 2 tablespoons onion powder 2 tablespoons paprika 2 tablespoons poultry seasoning 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried basil 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon pepper In the slow cookerContinue reading “Slow-Cooker Pork Chops”

Beef Stroganoff

1-1/2 lbs ground beef (73 / 27) 1 medium-large sweet onion, chopped 1 can sweet peas, drained 12 oz rotini noodles (gluten-free if desired) 2 cups hot water 1/4 cup rice flour 2 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon cornstarch 1/2 teaspoon Accent (MSG) 1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoonContinue reading “Beef Stroganoff”

Broth Drinks

These are perfect for times when you’re feeling sick or just need a little boost. I’ve also found that they are great for controlling the urge to snack between meals. They’re only 10 to 16 calories each and take 2 minutes to heat in the microwave. Stir until the bullion cubes dissolve, and if youContinue reading “Broth Drinks”

Chicken & Rice Soup

1/2 cup uncooked rice 6 chicken bullion cubes 4 cups water 1 tablespoon dried chives 1/8 teaspoon ground cumin Optional: 1/4 to 1/2 cup cooked chicken, chopped Directions: Add all ingredients to small pot or saucepan. Bring to boil; cook uncovered for 15 minutes or until rice is tender.

Pork (or Chicken) Fried Rice

3 cups rice, fully cooked 1/2 to 1 lb pork (or chicken), very thinly sliced and chopped 3 large eggs 1 lb frozen peas 1 lb carrots, finely chopped 1 tablespoon and 1/4 cup soy sauce (gluten-free if needed), separated 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1 tablespoon sriracha 1/4 teaspoon salt Optional: 1 teaspoon sesame seedContinue reading “Pork (or Chicken) Fried Rice”