Recipes

'Don't Dis' the Dog'

JJ’s Red Hots in Dilworth just opened in July, and its motto is "Don’t dis’ the dog." It serves premium hot dogs, as well as a variety of sausages, all on potato rolls, which really make delicious buns.

Quick Tomato Sauce

Ingredients: 1 carrot1 celery stalk1 tablespoon dried oregano1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes2 tablespoons tomato pasteSalt, pepper and fresh basilDirections: Mince carrot and celery, then saute with dried oregano. Add diced tomatoes and tomato paste, plus salt, pepper and fresh basil…

Easy Do-ahead Pizza Crust

Ingredients:3 1/2 cups lukewarm water1 tablespoon dry active yeast1 1/2 tablespoons salt7 1/2 cups all-purpose flourDirections: Combine water, salt, yeast and flour in a large plastic container and simply stir to mix until batter is sticky. Let sit 2 hours…

Make-Your-Own Pizza Pie

Ingredients: Pizza doughQuick tomato sauceFresh mozzarella cheeseYour choice of any fresh local veggies, sliced thin; or shredded proteins, such as chicken, beef or pork, cooked before usingShaved Parmesan cheese to finishDirections: Cut off a large orange-sized piece of dough. With…

Chicken and Spinach Calzone

Creamy White Sauce:2 tablespoons unsalted butter?2 tablespoons all-purpose flour?2 cups whole milk?Sea salt and black pepperPinch of freshly grated nutmeg?1/3 cup finely grated Pecorino Romano or Parmigiano-Reggiano ?Filling:?3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil?1 small onion, chopped?2 cups shredded spinach2 cups chopped…

Applesauce Pancakes

It's always a good idea to kick off your day with a healthy breakfast. Whip up a morning meal with this tasty recipe that the kids will love!Makes 25 pancakesIngredients:1¼ cup lowfat milk2 large eggs, beaten (or ½ cup of…

Pumpkin Cider Soup

This hearty concoction of seasonal fruits and vegetables will fill the belly and warm the bones on a brisk day.Makes 6 servingsIngredients:2 Tbsp. nonfat chicken broth 1 cup chopped onion 1 (15 oz.) can pumpkin 1 cup water 2 cups…

Wisconsin Cheese Garden Lasagna

The cheeses in this lasagna make the difference in lending wonderful flavor to all the fresh vegetables. A great alternative to the regular, marinara-type of lasagna. Servings: 8 Ingredients: 1/4 cup (2 ounces) butter2 cloves garlic, minced1 cup each asparagus,…

Healthy Spinach & Fruit Smoothie

This healthy spinach, fruit and yogurt smoothie includes a touch of honey for a sweet start to your day.  Ingredients: 2 bananasan unselfish handful of spinach10 strawberries1 cup of blueberries1/2 cup plain yogurthoney (one big squeeze) Preparation: Combine all ingredients…

Lightened-Up Swedish Meatballs

Cooked this for my family last week and we loved it! Source: Healthy. Delicious. Prep Time: 10 minutesTotal Time:  40 minutesServes 4Ingredients: 1/2 cup Fresh Bread Crumbs (from about 2 pieces of bread)1/2 cup Skim Milk, divided1 Onion, minced1 Egg,…

Fruit Salad

The kids will love the sweetness of this fruit salad, and parents will love how easy it is to make. It's great to take on a picnic or to a family gathering. Ingredients1/3 cup lime juice1/3 cup sugar1/2 pound of grapes1/2…

Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Adults and kids like this healthy lunch and dinner entrée, but lettuce wraps can be pricey at local restaurants. Christy Jordan (SouthernPlate.com), one of the contributors to "Good Bite Weeknight Meals," offers this recipe that she says is every bit…

Gluten-Free French Toast Casserole

If anyone in the family suffers from celiac disease, or any kind of wheat allergy, this French Toast Casserole is gluten-free, too. Small hands can pinch cubes of bread, while Mom or Dad mixes the other ingredients. Put in the…

Healthy Chicken Nuggets

A healthier alternative to store-bought chicken nuggets. Serve with vegetables, as a main meal, or as a starter or snack. They're great for dipping too. Serves two adults and one babyIngredients: 2 or 3 chicken breasts or thigh-meat filets1 egg2…

Creamy Chicken, Vegetables and Noodles

Here's a comfort-food recipe that's full of colorful veggies (and cheese!) that the entire family is sure to enjoy. It's like eating chicken noodle soup with a fork! Simple to make, this one-pot meal is perfect for a fall evening…

Barbecue Beef-Filled Biscuits

These tasty and hearty biscuits are the perfect addition for a cold winter's night. Makes 8. Ingredients: 1/2 lb. extra-lean ground beef 1 small  green pepper, finely chopped 1 small red pepper, finely chopped 1/3 cup  Kraft Original Barbecue Sauce…

Strawberry Avocado Salsa

An awesome topping for fish, pork, or chicken, or for a "cleaned up snack" with multigrain chips. Ingredients: 1 cup chopped strawberries¼ cup chopped avocado2 tablespoons chopped red onion2 tablespoons chopped cilantro½ teaspoon lime zest2 tablespoons lime juice2 teaspoons de-seeded,…

Lemon Icebox Surprise

This cool, patriotic pie is perfect for the Fourth of July. Crust: 1?2 Cup butter or margarine (1 stick) 1?4 Cup sugar 1?2 tsp. PENZEYS CINNAMON 18   whole graham crackers, finely crushed  (2 Cups)Filling: 1  14 oz. can sweetened…

Cauliflower Crust Pizza

Pizza you can actually NOT feel guilty about eating that your whole family will love! I found this recipe online after crazing pizza, but wanted to still eat something healthy! It is AMAZING!  Cook Time: Bake 15-18 mins for thin…

Peppermint Bark

This tasty treat is account representative Katie Gallman's Christmas Tradition... and much cheaper than Williams-Sonoma’s peppermint bark! Great to give out to friends as gifts too!Need:One box of candy canes2 bags of good quality Chocolate Chips (dark or Milk)1 bag…