Strawberry Bread

Pints of strawberries were buy one, get one free at the 'Teet this week. Branner LOVES strawberries, so we always have them on hand. Of course, he eats like a bird, so I had to come up with a way to use the extras before they go bad.


Strawberry Bread

1 c fresh strawberries
1 1/2 c + 1 T of all purpose flour (I'm using whole wheat)
1 c white sugar
1 1/2 t ground cinnamon
1/2 t salt
1/2 t baking soda
1/2 c + 2 T vegetable oil (I'm using olive oil)
2 eggs, beaten

Preheat oven to 350 and grease a 9x5 loaf pan. Slice strawberries and place in a medium bowl. Sprinkle lightly with sugar. Combine flour, sugar, cinnamon, salt, baking soda in a large bowl. Mix well. Blend oil and eggs into strawberries. Add strawberry mixture to dry mixture, blending until dry ingredients are just moistened. Bake for 45 minutes. Enjoy!

Sauteed Shrimp and Vegetables

Looking for something simple and delicious? Try this dish! I adapted it from the Southern Living cookbook, Quick Fixes with Mixes, just tweeked some amounts and added a few things. Here's what I came up with:


Sauteed Shrimp and Vegetables

1/8 c butter
1 0.7 oz envelope Italian dressing mix
1 lb peeled and deveined medium-size raw shrimp
1 zucchini, chopped
1 tomato, chopped
several mushrooms, sliced

Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in dressing mix. Add shrimp and vegetables. Cook, stirring constantly until shrimp turn pink.

Crock Pot BBQ Pork

OK, I know this is a lot like another recipe I already have on here, but I have a pork tenderloin thawing, and I want to try this because it's a tad bit different. Super easy, so it's worth a shot!


Crock Pot BBQ Pork

1 3-4 lb shoulder pork roast
1 18 oz bottle BBQ sauce (your choice)
1 12 oz can Coke (or similar cola drink)

Place pork roast in Crock Pot. Pour BBQ sauce and cola over it. Cover with lid and cook on HIGH for 6-7 hours. Enjoy...see? EASY!

Summer Vegetable Couscous

Another one to credit to Sandra Lee! Can't wait to try this with the Moroccan Spiced Chicken tonight! Sure to be good!


Summer Vegetable Couscous

1 T canola oil (I'm using olive oil)
1 6.3 oz box original toasted giant pasta pearls couscous by Casbah
1 t chicken seasoning
2 c chicken broth
1/2 c diced yellow bell pepper
1/2 c diced zucchini
3/4 t salt
1/2 t ground pepper

In a medium saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add couscous and chicken seasoning. Mix well. Cook, stirring frequently, for 4 minutes, or until lightly browned. Gradually stir in broth. Add pepper , zucchini, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to medium low. Simmer for 12 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed.

Moroccan Spiced Grilled Chicken

While searching for something new and yummy to make tonight, Barry came across this. I won't be marinating for six hours. We'll see how they turn out (should be fine)!


Moroccan Spiced Grilled Chicken

1/2 c plain yogurt
1/2 c chopped fresh cilantro
1 T olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 t paprika
1 1/2 t ground cumin
1/2 t salt
1/2 t fresh ground pepper
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Mix marinade ingredients (everything but the chicken) in a medium-sized bowl. Add chicken and coat thoroughly. Cover in plastic wrap and chill in refrigerator overnight. Grill over high heat and cook through; a few minutes on each side. Be careful not to overcook, as it will dry the chicken out.

Scalloped Cabbage

Ok, I know a lot of you are going to think I'm crazy for posting this, but we had cabbage from our produce delivery, and I am always up for a new recipe. This is SO GOOD! Highly recommend it!


Scalloped Cabbage

2 T butter
1 medium head of cabbage, cored and sliced thin
1 large onion, chopped
1 1/2 c milk
4 eggs, lightly beaten
1 c crushed crackers
1 t salt
1/2 t black pepper
1 c shredded cheese

Preheat oven 350. Grease a 9x12 casserole dish. Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add cabbage and onion and cook for about 20 minutes, or until tender, stirring often. Add milk and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes. Gently pour in eggs, stirring constantly. Stir in 3/4 of the cracker crumbs, the salt and pepper. Pour into casserole dish, top with remaining cracker crumbs and cheese. Bake for 30 minutes.

Beer Burgers

Still trying out different burger recipes! This one caught my eye because I thought using beer might make the burgers extra moist and yummy! I'll let you know after tonight...

Beer Burgers

1 lb ground beef

1 small onion, finely chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 T Worcestershire sauce

1 t salt

1/4 t black pepper

1/4 c beer

Mix the beef, onion, garlic, Worcestershire, salt and pepper together in a bowl. Mix in beer until absorbed by the meat mixture. Form into patties. Enjoy the remaining beer while your hubby/significant other grills the burgers :)