Today is a beautiful day, sunny and warm, Spring has finally sprung. As promised a Sunday Salad to enjoy with you family. Super simple and delicious.
Recipe for Sunday Spinach Salad is as follows:
Sunday Spinach Salad
In a large skillet cook 1 lb of bacon until crisp, set bacon aside, allow to cool and crumble.
Add to warm bacon grease 1/3 c. Red Wine Vinegar, 1 T. Dijon Mustard, 1 T. Sugar or squeeze of honey, salt and pepper to taste, stir well and pour over bed of spinach leaves. Toss well. Top with fresh berries, crumbled blue cheese, bacon and chopped Red Onion.
If you would prefer you can cook your onion in bacon grease until tender instead of raw.
Add some grilled steak or chicken for a heartier salad, serve with bread and enjoy.
The Lunch Lady :)
Sunday, April 29, 2012
Thursday, April 26, 2012
Pammie's Lemon Pound Cake
This cake recipe that has been requested over and over again. So here it is...My Lemon Pound Cake. So easy, versatile and delicious. I hope you try it, I promise if you make it, you will love it.
My recipe for Lemon Pound Cake is as follows:
Pammie's Lemon Pound Cake
Cream together 1 cup soft butter and 2 cups sugar until fluffy, add 6 eggs (fresh farmed raised are delicious), 3 c. flour (sifted), 1/2 t. salt, 1/4 t. baking soda, 1 c. sour cream (I prefer light), 1 t. vanilla (not imitation), and 1/2 c. lemon juice. Mix until all ingredients are incorporated, pour into 2 greased loaf pans. Bake in a 350 degree oven for about 1 hour and 20 minutes (depending on your oven). Cool slightly and place on a platter. In a bowl mix together 2 c. powdered sugar, enough lemon juice and 1 t. vanilla to make the glaze pourable. Drizzle over cakes. Now you can enjoy a piece of yumminess.
Cranberry Orzo Salad
I made this salad at school today with the ingredients I had in our pantry, it was a HUGE hit. Enjoy!
In a large bowl slice 3 zucchini into small pieces, add 1c. shredded carrots, 1/2 c. raisins or craisins, 1/4 c. chopped red onion, 1 c. feta cheese, 4 c. cooked orzo.
In another bowl combine 1 c. olive oil, 1/2 c. red wine vinegar, 1/4 c. honey, 1/4 c. cranberry sauce, 1 T. orange marmalade, 2 t. garlic powder, 2 t. onion powder, 2 t. basil, 1 t. parsley, salt and pepper to taste. Mix well and pour over salad and toss.
On a beautiful platter, place some baby spinach leaves, top with orzo salad.
*To make a dinner salad you can add some grilled shrimp, chicken, steak or salmon. Top with additional feta and roasted pine nuts.
Hope you enjoy trying these recipes.
The Lunch Lady :)
My recipe for Lemon Pound Cake is as follows:
Pammie's Lemon Pound Cake
Cream together 1 cup soft butter and 2 cups sugar until fluffy, add 6 eggs (fresh farmed raised are delicious), 3 c. flour (sifted), 1/2 t. salt, 1/4 t. baking soda, 1 c. sour cream (I prefer light), 1 t. vanilla (not imitation), and 1/2 c. lemon juice. Mix until all ingredients are incorporated, pour into 2 greased loaf pans. Bake in a 350 degree oven for about 1 hour and 20 minutes (depending on your oven). Cool slightly and place on a platter. In a bowl mix together 2 c. powdered sugar, enough lemon juice and 1 t. vanilla to make the glaze pourable. Drizzle over cakes. Now you can enjoy a piece of yumminess.
Cranberry Orzo Salad
I made this salad at school today with the ingredients I had in our pantry, it was a HUGE hit. Enjoy!
In a large bowl slice 3 zucchini into small pieces, add 1c. shredded carrots, 1/2 c. raisins or craisins, 1/4 c. chopped red onion, 1 c. feta cheese, 4 c. cooked orzo.
In another bowl combine 1 c. olive oil, 1/2 c. red wine vinegar, 1/4 c. honey, 1/4 c. cranberry sauce, 1 T. orange marmalade, 2 t. garlic powder, 2 t. onion powder, 2 t. basil, 1 t. parsley, salt and pepper to taste. Mix well and pour over salad and toss.
On a beautiful platter, place some baby spinach leaves, top with orzo salad.
*To make a dinner salad you can add some grilled shrimp, chicken, steak or salmon. Top with additional feta and roasted pine nuts.
Hope you enjoy trying these recipes.
The Lunch Lady :)
Tuesday, April 24, 2012
Super Simple Potato Soup
Need a super simple soup recipe to make for dinner? Well try this potato soup, I am sure it will make your dinner delicious. You can make it as simple or elegant as you would like.
Recipe for Super Simple Potato Soup:
Super Simple Potato Soup
In a large pot add 2 qts water, and cube 12 potatoes (you can use whatever type you like best), 3 T. Chicken Base, 1 c. shredded carrots, 1/2 c. chopped celery, cook until veggies are tender (about 20 minutes), add 2 c. shredded cheese or 8 pieces or american cheese, 1 can cream of mushroom soup, salt and pepper to taste, 1/2 lb. bacon (cooked and crumbled), cook until cheese is melted and soup is thickened. If you prefer a thicker soup you can add more cheese, or a thinner soup add a little milk. Top with chopped green onions and a spoonful of sour cream. Save some bacon and sprinkle on top. Enjoy.
I love to serve this soup with a delicious loaf of bread and a fresh fruit salad.
The Lunch Lady :)
Recipe for Super Simple Potato Soup:
Super Simple Potato Soup
In a large pot add 2 qts water, and cube 12 potatoes (you can use whatever type you like best), 3 T. Chicken Base, 1 c. shredded carrots, 1/2 c. chopped celery, cook until veggies are tender (about 20 minutes), add 2 c. shredded cheese or 8 pieces or american cheese, 1 can cream of mushroom soup, salt and pepper to taste, 1/2 lb. bacon (cooked and crumbled), cook until cheese is melted and soup is thickened. If you prefer a thicker soup you can add more cheese, or a thinner soup add a little milk. Top with chopped green onions and a spoonful of sour cream. Save some bacon and sprinkle on top. Enjoy.
I love to serve this soup with a delicious loaf of bread and a fresh fruit salad.
The Lunch Lady :)
Sunday, April 22, 2012
Sunday Chicken Salad
Happy Sunday, a wonderful day to spend with family and enjoy some much needed rest. After that it is time for dinner, what to make you might ask? I just got finished with a yummy chicken salad, all my recipes are a daily work in progress, depending on what sounds good and what I have available in my pantry.
Recipe for Sunday Chicken Salad:
Sunday Chicken Salad
On a large platter place some shredded romaine lettuce, top with the following;
1 small can garbanzo beans
1 small can black olives
1 sliced red apple
1 c. feta cheese
6 chicken tenders (cooked and sliced)
1 onion (sliced thinly cooked in 1 T butter and caramelized)
Prepare the following dressing and drizzle over salad:
In a bowl combine 1 c. olive oil, 1/4 c. balsamic vinegar, 1/3 c. honey, 1 T. mustard, 4 basil leaves (sliced), salt and pepper to taste, 1 t. minced garlic, mix well.
My husband and I so enjoyed this salad tonight, healthy, delicious and filling meal. You can add more or less ingredients and make your own wonderful dinner to share with your loved ones.
Now my husband and I are going to enjoy some delicious lemon pound cake and coffee.
The Lunch Lady :)
Recipe for Sunday Chicken Salad:
Sunday Chicken Salad
On a large platter place some shredded romaine lettuce, top with the following;
1 small can garbanzo beans
1 small can black olives
1 sliced red apple
1 c. feta cheese
6 chicken tenders (cooked and sliced)
1 onion (sliced thinly cooked in 1 T butter and caramelized)
Prepare the following dressing and drizzle over salad:
In a bowl combine 1 c. olive oil, 1/4 c. balsamic vinegar, 1/3 c. honey, 1 T. mustard, 4 basil leaves (sliced), salt and pepper to taste, 1 t. minced garlic, mix well.
My husband and I so enjoyed this salad tonight, healthy, delicious and filling meal. You can add more or less ingredients and make your own wonderful dinner to share with your loved ones.
Now my husband and I are going to enjoy some delicious lemon pound cake and coffee.
The Lunch Lady :)
Friday, April 20, 2012
Orzo Orange Salad
This morning at work I was inspired to make a salad for our staff, Orzo Orange Salad is what I came up with and from what I heard about it, my salad was a huge hit. I hope you enjoy making it too. Enjoy your weekend.
Recipe for Orzo Orange Salad:
Orzo Orange Salad
In a pot cook the desired amount of orzo you would like to serve (for this recipe I would say use 4 c. cooked orzo) according to package instructions. I used our steamer at work, at home I would cook it on my gas stove just like pasta. Drain when cooked to desired texture and rinse under cool water, set aside until ready to use.
In a mixing bowl segment 8 oranges (cut off all the peel and pith, then cut out each segment of orange leaving behind any membrane, squeeze extra juice into the bowl), you can also use a can of mandarin oranges.
In another bowl mix together the following using a whisk: 1 1/2 c. Olive Oil, 1/3 c. Red Wine Vinegar, 1/4 c. Honey, 2 T. Orange Marmalade (I use low sugar Marmalade), 2 t. Garlic Powder, 2 t. Salt, 1 1/2 t. Black Pepper, 1-2 T. Dried Cilantro (fresh if you have it)
Add to dressing mixture the following: 2 Zucchini (diced in small pieces), 1 c. shredded Carrots, 1/3 Red Onion (diced in small pieces), the Orange Segments and Orzo. Mix together and serve.
This is a refreshing delicious salad.
*Orzo is very similar to pasta. Cook and treat the same way. I love using orzo in soups too.
For some variation add any of the following:
2 C. Baked or Grilled Salmon (break into pieces), wonderful dinner salad
2 C. Grilled, Rotisserie, or Fried Chicken slices
2 C. Grilled Steak slices
1-2 C. Feta (crumbled)
1 C. Roasted Pine Nuts
1 -2 C. Blue Cheese (crumbled)
1 Lb. Bacon (cooked and crumbled)
If I were making a dinner salad, I would add the steak, bacon and blue cheese to this salad and serve with a delicious sourdough or pumpernickel bread. I hope you give this a try over the weekend.
The Lunch Lady :)
Recipe for Orzo Orange Salad:
Orzo Orange Salad
In a pot cook the desired amount of orzo you would like to serve (for this recipe I would say use 4 c. cooked orzo) according to package instructions. I used our steamer at work, at home I would cook it on my gas stove just like pasta. Drain when cooked to desired texture and rinse under cool water, set aside until ready to use.
In a mixing bowl segment 8 oranges (cut off all the peel and pith, then cut out each segment of orange leaving behind any membrane, squeeze extra juice into the bowl), you can also use a can of mandarin oranges.
In another bowl mix together the following using a whisk: 1 1/2 c. Olive Oil, 1/3 c. Red Wine Vinegar, 1/4 c. Honey, 2 T. Orange Marmalade (I use low sugar Marmalade), 2 t. Garlic Powder, 2 t. Salt, 1 1/2 t. Black Pepper, 1-2 T. Dried Cilantro (fresh if you have it)
Add to dressing mixture the following: 2 Zucchini (diced in small pieces), 1 c. shredded Carrots, 1/3 Red Onion (diced in small pieces), the Orange Segments and Orzo. Mix together and serve.
This is a refreshing delicious salad.
*Orzo is very similar to pasta. Cook and treat the same way. I love using orzo in soups too.
For some variation add any of the following:
2 C. Baked or Grilled Salmon (break into pieces), wonderful dinner salad
2 C. Grilled, Rotisserie, or Fried Chicken slices
2 C. Grilled Steak slices
1-2 C. Feta (crumbled)
1 C. Roasted Pine Nuts
1 -2 C. Blue Cheese (crumbled)
1 Lb. Bacon (cooked and crumbled)
If I were making a dinner salad, I would add the steak, bacon and blue cheese to this salad and serve with a delicious sourdough or pumpernickel bread. I hope you give this a try over the weekend.
The Lunch Lady :)
Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Simple Supper Salad
I have been home enjoying a quiet afternoon, listening to my garden fountain and watching the birds, with that being said, I have not yet started dinner. My wheels have been turning and I came up with a simple supper salad fit for you and your family.
Recipe for Simple Supper Salad
Simple Supper Salad
In a large bowl add chopped romaine or baby spinach, top with chicken, leftover steak, shrimp or canned tuna. Next you can add some feta or blue cheese, a can of beans (chick peas, black beans, kidney or white), slice some cherry tomatoes, add a few blackberries or strawberries, olives if you like. Top with your favorite dressing. I love my homemade greek dressing.
Greek Dressing Recipe:
1 c. Olive Oil
1/3 c. Red Wine Vinegar
1/4 c. Honey
1 t. Basil or Oregano
1/2 t. Black Pepper
1/2 t. Salt
Mix together and pour over salad and toss.
Variations to dressing:
Add 1/4. Jam or Jelly (I prefer low sugar strawberry or Orange Marmalade)
Add 1/4 c. Cranberry Sauce
Add 5 Strawberries or Blackberries or Blueberries and mix well in blender
Add 2 T. Yellow Mustard
Try any of these combinations. It will be delicious and a big hit. Enjoy!
The Lunch Lady :)
Recipe for Simple Supper Salad
Simple Supper Salad
In a large bowl add chopped romaine or baby spinach, top with chicken, leftover steak, shrimp or canned tuna. Next you can add some feta or blue cheese, a can of beans (chick peas, black beans, kidney or white), slice some cherry tomatoes, add a few blackberries or strawberries, olives if you like. Top with your favorite dressing. I love my homemade greek dressing.
Greek Dressing Recipe:
1 c. Olive Oil
1/3 c. Red Wine Vinegar
1/4 c. Honey
1 t. Basil or Oregano
1/2 t. Black Pepper
1/2 t. Salt
Mix together and pour over salad and toss.
Variations to dressing:
Add 1/4. Jam or Jelly (I prefer low sugar strawberry or Orange Marmalade)
Add 1/4 c. Cranberry Sauce
Add 5 Strawberries or Blackberries or Blueberries and mix well in blender
Add 2 T. Yellow Mustard
Try any of these combinations. It will be delicious and a big hit. Enjoy!
The Lunch Lady :)
Monday, April 16, 2012
Chicken Soup (a bowl of comforting yumminess)
First day of the work week sometimes needs a comforting bowl of soup when you get home. Try this one and I am sure it will hit the spot. Very easy, simple ingredients and tasty.
Recipe for Chicken Soup is as follows:
Chicken Soup (a bowl of comforting yumminess)
In a large stock pot fill with 4 qts water and bring to a simmer, add 2 c. cooked, diced chicken (you can use leftovers or rotisserie chicken if you prefer), 1 pkg. mixed vegetables, 1 c. orzo (uncooked). 1 large can cream of chicken soup, 1 T. Garlic Salt, 1 T. Oregano, 2 t. black pepper, 2 t. salt (kosher is my favorite), 1 small can kidney beans, cook until orzo is tender (about 25 minutes), stir occasionally. Turn off heat and add 2-3 c. raw baby spinach leaves. Serve with a tossed salad or fresh fruit salad and a good loaf of bread.
This soup is figure friendly and delicious.
The Lunch Lady :)
Recipe for Chicken Soup is as follows:
Chicken Soup (a bowl of comforting yumminess)
In a large stock pot fill with 4 qts water and bring to a simmer, add 2 c. cooked, diced chicken (you can use leftovers or rotisserie chicken if you prefer), 1 pkg. mixed vegetables, 1 c. orzo (uncooked). 1 large can cream of chicken soup, 1 T. Garlic Salt, 1 T. Oregano, 2 t. black pepper, 2 t. salt (kosher is my favorite), 1 small can kidney beans, cook until orzo is tender (about 25 minutes), stir occasionally. Turn off heat and add 2-3 c. raw baby spinach leaves. Serve with a tossed salad or fresh fruit salad and a good loaf of bread.
This soup is figure friendly and delicious.
The Lunch Lady :)
Saturday, April 14, 2012
Steak A La Pammie
I wanted to share with you a recipe I created while my husband was out of town fishing in Canada, it has become one of my favorite things to eat. Try it, I think you will like it too. It is so yummy.
My recipe for Steak A La Pammie:
Steak A La Pammie
In a large skillet heat 3 T. butter over medium high heat, add your favorite ribeye and sear on both sides, Cover and cook on simmer until medium rare, about 7 minutes. Remove steak from pan and allow to rest on plate, saute mushrooms and onions until golden brown and tender. Slice steak and add back to mushroom and onion mixture and heat over low heat, add 2 t. fresh thyme, salt and pepper to taste, 1/3 c. heavy cream, 2 T. Marscapone or 2 wedges or soft swiss cheese, cook until cheese is melted and cream is heated through. Add cooked pasta (about 2 c), toss and sprinkle with parmesan cheese. If you feel the need to be more healthy add some fresh spinach right before serving and heat until wilted.
*If you would like, you can add some cherry tomatoes to the onion mixture and cook until softened.
You can add or delete whatever ingredients you prefer. I hope you enjoy making this recipe for your family or for yourself.
The Lunch Lady :)
My recipe for Steak A La Pammie:
Steak A La Pammie
In a large skillet heat 3 T. butter over medium high heat, add your favorite ribeye and sear on both sides, Cover and cook on simmer until medium rare, about 7 minutes. Remove steak from pan and allow to rest on plate, saute mushrooms and onions until golden brown and tender. Slice steak and add back to mushroom and onion mixture and heat over low heat, add 2 t. fresh thyme, salt and pepper to taste, 1/3 c. heavy cream, 2 T. Marscapone or 2 wedges or soft swiss cheese, cook until cheese is melted and cream is heated through. Add cooked pasta (about 2 c), toss and sprinkle with parmesan cheese. If you feel the need to be more healthy add some fresh spinach right before serving and heat until wilted.
*If you would like, you can add some cherry tomatoes to the onion mixture and cook until softened.
You can add or delete whatever ingredients you prefer. I hope you enjoy making this recipe for your family or for yourself.
The Lunch Lady :)
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
Yummy Corn Side Dish
My sweet daughter-in-law made this recipe for Easter, it is easy and scrumptious. It is quite easy to make, only a few ingredients needed, promises to be a crowd pleaser.
Recipe is as follows:
Yummy Corn Side Dish
In a large pan place 6 c. corn (fresh is best, frozen works well), heat to a simmer, add 1-8 oz. package cream cheese, 2 fresh chopped jalapenos or 1 small can. Cook until mixture is creamy and corn is tender.
Serve along side any of your favorite dishes and enjoy.
Variations:
Use leftovers in a corn muffin mix to make yummy cornbread
Use leftovers in a corn pudding recipe
Use leftovers in a chicken noodle soup to add a little something extra
Just a few ideas of something else you can do with this delicious recipe.
Try it, I promise you will like it.
The Lunch Lady :)
Recipe is as follows:
Yummy Corn Side Dish
In a large pan place 6 c. corn (fresh is best, frozen works well), heat to a simmer, add 1-8 oz. package cream cheese, 2 fresh chopped jalapenos or 1 small can. Cook until mixture is creamy and corn is tender.
Serve along side any of your favorite dishes and enjoy.
Variations:
Use leftovers in a corn muffin mix to make yummy cornbread
Use leftovers in a corn pudding recipe
Use leftovers in a chicken noodle soup to add a little something extra
Just a few ideas of something else you can do with this delicious recipe.
Try it, I promise you will like it.
The Lunch Lady :)
Sunday, April 8, 2012
Happy Easter
I just wanted to wish each and every one of you a Happy Easter. Hope you enjoyed a relaxing day with your family while celebrating this special day. Today is Sunday Salads, I want to share with you one of my favorite salads.
Scrumptious Sunday Salad
On a large platter place a package of fresh baby spinach leaves or torn romaine leaves. On top of the lettuce place some fresh blackberries, sliced red onions, garbanzo beans, crumbled feta, sliced strawberries, leftover sliced steak, green olives, black olives, sliced artichoke hearts, toasted pine nuts. There is no right of wrong to the amounts you add of the following ingredients, use what you like.
Dressing Recipe:
1 c. canola oil
1/3 c. red onion
1/3 c. red wine vinegar
1 T. Stone ground prepared mustard
1/2 c. sugar
1 t. salt (I use kosher)
1 t. black pepper
1/3 c. jam, jelly, cranberry sauce or fresh berries
I process these ingredients in my food processor until smooth and creamy. Pour over your salad before serving, toss and enjoy.
The Lunch Lady :)
Scrumptious Sunday Salad
On a large platter place a package of fresh baby spinach leaves or torn romaine leaves. On top of the lettuce place some fresh blackberries, sliced red onions, garbanzo beans, crumbled feta, sliced strawberries, leftover sliced steak, green olives, black olives, sliced artichoke hearts, toasted pine nuts. There is no right of wrong to the amounts you add of the following ingredients, use what you like.
Dressing Recipe:
1 c. canola oil
1/3 c. red onion
1/3 c. red wine vinegar
1 T. Stone ground prepared mustard
1/2 c. sugar
1 t. salt (I use kosher)
1 t. black pepper
1/3 c. jam, jelly, cranberry sauce or fresh berries
I process these ingredients in my food processor until smooth and creamy. Pour over your salad before serving, toss and enjoy.
The Lunch Lady :)
Saturday, April 7, 2012
Easy Easter Appetizer
WOW! 2 posts in one day. Well I came in from running some errands and working in the yard to make a snack and thought I would share it with you, great appetizer for Easter.
Easy Easter Appetizer
On a microwave plate place 1 block cream cheese and heat for 25 seconds. Pour on top 1/2 jar of your favorite pepper jelly (I used a strawberry pepper jelly from Whole Foods). Add some fresh blackberries and strawberries to decorate and enjoy with your favorite crackers.
This recipe I got from a dear friend the other night, so easy and delicious.
Enjoy.
The Lunch Lady :)
Easy Easter Appetizer
On a microwave plate place 1 block cream cheese and heat for 25 seconds. Pour on top 1/2 jar of your favorite pepper jelly (I used a strawberry pepper jelly from Whole Foods). Add some fresh blackberries and strawberries to decorate and enjoy with your favorite crackers.
This recipe I got from a dear friend the other night, so easy and delicious.
Enjoy.
The Lunch Lady :)
Vegetable Chicken Pasta
Yesterday was my day off so I spent some time wandering through the store thinking about new recipes and ingredient combinations, here is was what I created for dinner last night. Have fun making this recipe.
Recipe for my Vegetable Chicken Pasta is as follows:
Vegetable Chicken Pasta
In a large skillet add 2 T. olive oil and bring to a medium high heat, saute cut up chicken pieces (diced into 1 inch cubes), while browning sprinkle chicken with 1 T. paprika, 2 t. garlic salt, 2 t. black pepper, stir and continue to cook until brown. Turn to simmer and add 1/2 c. Marscapone cheese, 3 T. Heavy Cream, and 1/3 c. Parmesan cheese.
In a large skillet add 2 T. olive oil and bring to a medium heat, add 1 cut up zucchini, 1 cut up squash, 1/2 bunch cut up asparagus, 1 pint cut up mushrooms, add 1/2 pint cherry tomatoes and saute until tender, sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
In a large stock pot, cook your favorite pasta. I used 3/4 box of spaghetti (dream fields is my favorite), cook until tender and drain.
Combine the chicken mixture with the pasta and vegetable mixture. Mix well and serve on a beautiful platter. Enjoy!
Variations:
Add whatever vegetable combinations you prefer
Add 1 can green olives (my favorite little something extra)
Add 1 c. capers
Add shrimp in place of chicken
Add 1 c. spaghetti sauce
Add 2 c. cheese (now you have a fancy mac & cheese)
Have fun creating your own personal pasta dish for your family. Now, go enjoy the beautiful outdoors.
The Lunch Lady :)
Recipe for my Vegetable Chicken Pasta is as follows:
Vegetable Chicken Pasta
In a large skillet add 2 T. olive oil and bring to a medium high heat, saute cut up chicken pieces (diced into 1 inch cubes), while browning sprinkle chicken with 1 T. paprika, 2 t. garlic salt, 2 t. black pepper, stir and continue to cook until brown. Turn to simmer and add 1/2 c. Marscapone cheese, 3 T. Heavy Cream, and 1/3 c. Parmesan cheese.
In a large skillet add 2 T. olive oil and bring to a medium heat, add 1 cut up zucchini, 1 cut up squash, 1/2 bunch cut up asparagus, 1 pint cut up mushrooms, add 1/2 pint cherry tomatoes and saute until tender, sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
In a large stock pot, cook your favorite pasta. I used 3/4 box of spaghetti (dream fields is my favorite), cook until tender and drain.
Combine the chicken mixture with the pasta and vegetable mixture. Mix well and serve on a beautiful platter. Enjoy!
Variations:
Add whatever vegetable combinations you prefer
Add 1 can green olives (my favorite little something extra)
Add 1 c. capers
Add shrimp in place of chicken
Add 1 c. spaghetti sauce
Add 2 c. cheese (now you have a fancy mac & cheese)
Have fun creating your own personal pasta dish for your family. Now, go enjoy the beautiful outdoors.
The Lunch Lady :)
Thursday, April 5, 2012
Spicy Veggie Orzo Soup
Happy almost Easter. I made this spicy soup today at work and it got rave reviews by our staff. Super easy to make, not a lot of ingredients necessary. Try it and see what you think. Enjoy!
Recipe for soup is as follows:
Spicy Veggie Orzo Soup
In a large stock pot add 4 qts. water, 1 bag of frozen veggies, 2 cups of orzo (uncooked), 1 bag of meatballs (I used low sodium), 2 T. beef base, 2 small cans of white beans, 3 c. Salsa, bring to a boil and reduce heat to simmer, cook until orzo is soft, about 15-20 minutes. Add 1 T. garlic powder, 1 T. onion powder, 2 T. Italian seasoning, salt and pepper to taste. stir well, cook on simmer for another 10 minutes and serve.
Serve soup with a good crusty bread and enjoy.
The Lunch Lady :)
Recipe for soup is as follows:
Spicy Veggie Orzo Soup
In a large stock pot add 4 qts. water, 1 bag of frozen veggies, 2 cups of orzo (uncooked), 1 bag of meatballs (I used low sodium), 2 T. beef base, 2 small cans of white beans, 3 c. Salsa, bring to a boil and reduce heat to simmer, cook until orzo is soft, about 15-20 minutes. Add 1 T. garlic powder, 1 T. onion powder, 2 T. Italian seasoning, salt and pepper to taste. stir well, cook on simmer for another 10 minutes and serve.
Serve soup with a good crusty bread and enjoy.
The Lunch Lady :)
Sunday, April 1, 2012
Strawberry Orange Salad
Oh what a beautiful Sunday, my favorite day of the week. Today is Salad Sunday. My sweet daughter has an amazing salad she wanted me to share. I hope you enjoy this recipe.
Recipe for this salad is as follows:
Strawberry Orange Salad
Strawberries
Orange Segments or Mandarin Oranges
Pineapple Chunks or Tidbits
Sliced Almonds
4 T. Butter
4 T. Sugar
Teriyaki marinated chicken or *rotisserie chicken (sliced)
Mixed Greens, Spinach or Iceberg Lettuce (whatever you prefer)
Dressing for salad:
1/3 c. Orange Juice
1/4 c. Red Wine Vinegar
1/3 - 1/2 c. Canola Oil or 1/4 Canola Oil + 1/4 Olive Oil
1 T. Italian Dressing mix in a packet (the dry one, I prefer Good Seasons)
Squeeze of Honey, probably 2 T.
Mix together and pour over salad when ready to serve.
Melt butter in saucepan over medium heat. Add sugar and dissolve. Add in sliced almonds and cook over medium heat until slightly caramelized. Pour out onto silpat or parchment paper to cool. break and add on top of salad. *If you do not care for almonds you can use pecans.
On a large platter place your salad mix, add the fruit, chicken and almonds. *For an added crunch toss on some chow mein noodles. Drizzle with prepared dressing and enjoy.
This salad sounds so yummy I might make it for dinner along with some fresh veggie chips I am going to make next. I will let you know how they turn out. Now that you have a good dinner idea, go enjoy the great outdoors with your loved ones and have a fantastic rest of your day.
*are my added options. Be creative and add or subtract whatever you prefer. I might even add some water chestnuts.
The Lunch Lady :)
Recipe for this salad is as follows:
Strawberry Orange Salad
Strawberries
Orange Segments or Mandarin Oranges
Pineapple Chunks or Tidbits
Sliced Almonds
4 T. Butter
4 T. Sugar
Teriyaki marinated chicken or *rotisserie chicken (sliced)
Mixed Greens, Spinach or Iceberg Lettuce (whatever you prefer)
Dressing for salad:
1/3 c. Orange Juice
1/4 c. Red Wine Vinegar
1/3 - 1/2 c. Canola Oil or 1/4 Canola Oil + 1/4 Olive Oil
1 T. Italian Dressing mix in a packet (the dry one, I prefer Good Seasons)
Squeeze of Honey, probably 2 T.
Mix together and pour over salad when ready to serve.
Melt butter in saucepan over medium heat. Add sugar and dissolve. Add in sliced almonds and cook over medium heat until slightly caramelized. Pour out onto silpat or parchment paper to cool. break and add on top of salad. *If you do not care for almonds you can use pecans.
On a large platter place your salad mix, add the fruit, chicken and almonds. *For an added crunch toss on some chow mein noodles. Drizzle with prepared dressing and enjoy.
This salad sounds so yummy I might make it for dinner along with some fresh veggie chips I am going to make next. I will let you know how they turn out. Now that you have a good dinner idea, go enjoy the great outdoors with your loved ones and have a fantastic rest of your day.
*are my added options. Be creative and add or subtract whatever you prefer. I might even add some water chestnuts.
The Lunch Lady :)
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