I've been really bad at updating this lately. Things have been super busy the last few weeks! Well actually since I've left Tuscany Square, I've had alot more free time it seems so I've been taking advantage of no weekends for a change and hanging out with my family and friends! It's been so hot here this summer already, so most of it has spent at the pool when I can!
4th of July Fireworks on Lake Lewisville
Thank you to the Rumsey Family for letting us join your 4th of July celebration, we had a blast with everyone!
Since I've been lacking on my blog post I've got a few "Recipes of the Week" I haven't posted, so here it goes!
Crockpot Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti
What you need:
1 pound Kraft Velveeta Light Reduced-Fat Pasteurized Processed Cheese Product
12 1/2 oz canned chicken, drained & flaked
10 3/4 oz Campbell's 98% Fat-Free Cream Of Chicken Soup, undiluted
10 3/4 oz Campbell's 98% Fat-Free Cream Of Mushroom Soup, undiluted
10 oz canned tomatoes with green chilies, Rotel
4 oz canned mushrooms, stems and pieces, drained
1/2 cup water
1 small onion, diced
1 medium green pepper, diced
1/2 tsp table salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
14 1/2 oz cooked whole-wheat spaghetti
What you do:
Spray slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray.
Combine all ingredients in slow cooker and stir to mix well.
Cook on LOW for 2-3 hours. Stir again just before serving.
Spray slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray.
Combine all ingredients in slow cooker and stir to mix well.
Cook on LOW for 2-3 hours. Stir again just before serving.
*This recipe was more complicated than just a quick easy crock pot recipe and not much easier than baked chicken spaghetti. It was, however, easy enough to make with a 5 month old! We were watching our niece when I made this and since we're not used to babies around I was a lil nervous about being so domestic in the kitchen with her. This is one of my favorite dishes, but I have to admit I like my mom's recipe better!
"Better than Potatoes" Cheesy Cauliflower Puree
What you Need:
1 head of cauliflower
2 Tbl heavy cream
1 Tbl butter
2 ounces dubliner or other sharp cheese
salt and pepper to taste
What you do:
Clean and trim the cauliflower, breaking it into medium sized pieces. Place in
a microwave safe bowl with 2 Tbl of cream and 1 Tbl of butter. Microwave,
uncovered, on high for five minutes. Stir to coat cauliflower with cream/butter
mixture. Microwave for another 4 minutes on high. Remove from the microwave
and put into a high speed blender or food processor along with the cheese.
Puree until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. You can adjust the
cream and butter to your preference.
*Very low carb option for dinner and super yummy! Next time I just need to master the "puree" texture instead of "lumpy cauliflower in a blender". I will try to attempt these again while I'm trying to stick with a low carb diet!
Orzo Salad with Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Roasted Peppers, Black Olives, and
Feta Cheese
What you Need:
Dressing
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6
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large
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basil
leaves
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3
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cloves
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garlic,
chopped
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1/2
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cup
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extra virgin olive
oil
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2
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tablespoons
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freshly squeezed
lemon juice
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1
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tablespoon
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lemon
zest
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1
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teaspoon
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freshly ground
black pepper
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1/2
|
teaspoon
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salt
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Salad
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6
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cups
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cooked, hot
orzo
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1
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cup
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sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
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1/2
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cup
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chopped roasted
peppers**
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1/2
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cup
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sliced Kalamata
olives
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8
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ounces
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sheep feta, cut in
½-inch cubes
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1
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cup
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Italian
parsley
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What you do:
*This is a GREAT side dish to take to your summer gathering! SUPER easy but makes a ton! If you aren't serving very many people I would cut the amount in half! I would also double the amount of dressing, it was pretty dry once the pasta soaks it up! Otherwise, this was one of my favorites!
Ok, time to go pack! Tomorrow is moving day!!! Stay tuned for updates about our new home in Midlothian!! I can't wait!!
Xoxo,
K & J
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