2 slices of enriched white or whole wheat bread4 tablespoons fat-free cream cheese1/4 cup raisins, unpacked (ants)Remove crusts from the bread.Spread half the cream cheese on each slice.Cut each slice into 3 strips (logs).Place 15 to 20 raisins in a line on two strips. Stack the two strips together, cheese and "ants" side up. Place [...]
8 slices smoked bacon1/2 cup ice water1/4 cup Dijon mustard2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon baking powder1 teaspoon white pepper6 tablespoons cold butter, cut into 6 piecesPlace oven rack in middle position. Preheat oven to 450*F (230*C).Cook bacon in large skillet until crisp. Place on paper towels to drain and reserve 2 tablespoons of [...]
1 1/4 cups warm water (105* to 115*F / 40* to 45*C)2 (0.25) envelopes dry yeast1 teaspoon granulated sugar1/4 cup white cornmeal1 tablespoon olive oil2 teaspoons coarse salt3 1/4 cups all purpose flour2 cups grated mozzarella cheese1 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese4 teaspoons minced garlic4 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley4 tablespoons [...]
4 cups of old-fashioned oats1 1/2 cups chopped pecans1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 cup cooking (vegetable) oil1/4 cup honey1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup dried cranberriesPreheat over to 300°F (150°C). In a large bowl, mix the oats, pecans, salt and cinnamon. In a saucepan warm the oil and honey and stir [...]
1 1/2 cups frozen corn kernels, thawed (or preferably fresh)1 cup yellow cornmeal, preferably stoneground 2 teaspoons granulated sugar 1 teaspoon ground cumin 2 tablespoons buttermilk or plain yogurt 1/3 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese1/3 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese1/4 cup fresh cilantro, minced Cumin-Lime Dipping Sauce (Recipe follows) Guacamole for accompaniment (optional)Lotsa Salsa for [...]
4 cups fresh blueberries 1 cup fresh strawberries 1/4 cup honey 1 tablespoon almond extract
Place blueberries and strawberries in blender or food processor and process until smooth. Pour mixture through a strainer to remove skin and seeds. Stir in honey and almond extract.Place mixture in a large nonstick skillet. Cook over very low heat, stirring [...]
1 celery rib,washed, ends trimmed 2 tablespoons creamy or chunky peanut butter 10 NESTLÉ® RAISINETS® Milk Chocolate-Covered RaisinsFill celery with peanut butter.Press RAISINETS into peanut butter.Makes 1 celery stalk.
Estimated Times: Preparation Time: 5 mins
LITTLE KITCHEN HELPER HINTS:
Even the littlest hands can press RAISINETS into the log.Help the children count out the nut and raisin pieces [...]
3/4 cup California Raisins 1/2 cup apple juice 2 tablespoons honey 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 cup creamy peanut butterMeasure the raisins and apple juice into a small saucepan and bring to boil; reduce heat to medium and simmer for eight to 10 minutes or until raisins have absorbed all the juice. Stir in honey [...]
1/4 cup butter or margarine1 cup salted cashews 1 cup salted peanuts 1 cup pecan halves 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon ground cardamomMelt butter in large skillet; stir in nuts and 1/2 cup sugar. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until sugar is melted and nuts are browned, about 8 [...]
1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup butter3 tablespoons ice waterPreheat oven to 400*F (205*C).Combine all ingredients,except water, with a pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add water and mixing will.Form into strips with a cookie press. Bake on an ungreased baking sheet for 8 to 10 minutes. Serve [...]