NOVEMBER PROMO MIX 2009

Promo Nov 2009 by moonmotel

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Apartment Therapy

Tumeric, the super herb

A nice treat for friends and family

I have made this Chocolate Chip Cheesecake twice since discovering the recipe. It is so good. I only bake it for 42-44 minutes. I also use miniature semi-sweet chocolate chips. This cheesecake is very easy and people really do like it a lot. You will have to keep yourself from making one every other day. After it is done baking I let it cool for 45 minutes and then placed it in the fridge for at least an hour, preferrably longer.

Strawberry Vanilla Pancakes

These pancakes are so good. You don't need hardly any syrup.

A View to the Dance Floor

Mommy is playing dj again! I am a member of Moon Motel and we will be playing this thursday night. Come, have a drink, and relax; maybe even dance a little...

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Blueberry Muffin Recipe

Easy Blueberry Muffins (recipe from Family Circle March 2009 Issue)

yields 10 muffins

2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup sugar, plus 5 teaspoons for topping
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup milk
2 eggs
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1 cup fresh blueberries

1. Heat oven to 375 degrees. Coat a standard muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray.

2. In large bowl, whisk flour, 3/4 cup sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Push ingredients to the side of the bowl and make a "valley" in the center of the bowl the best you can.

3. In small bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, oil and orange zest. Pour milk mixture into the "valley" you created in the flour mixture, then stir just until combined. Fold in blueberries.

4. Spoon batter into prepared muffin pan, 1/3 cup batter in each cup. Each muffin tin should be about 3/4 full. Fill the two empty muffin cups with water so muffins bake evenly.

5. Sprinkle each muffin with 1/2 teaspoon sugar. Bake muffins @ 375 degrees for 23-25 minutes, until crowned and lightly brown. Remove from pan and cool on a plate or wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

I did not use orange zest. I used orange juice concentrate. Usually when I make this recipe I need to make orange juice for the family, so it works out well. I also use soy milk and canola oil instead of vegetable oil.

Psychedelic Apple Basket

Cancer Prevention

Be aware of what you eat. Educate yourself here.

Vegetable Tian

The veggies win again! This recipe was a main dish for one of our family dinners recently. Served it with salad and it was very filling.

Spinach Artichoke Dip

Do you need a dip or an appetizer for a party? This dip received rave reviews at a family weekend Easter gathering. I mixed the Mozzarella cheese in with the dip and topped it with a little bit of cheese. Also, I did not have Romano cheese so I just used extra Parmesan. I served it with a few chips and pita bread. This would also make a great addition to a sandwich or wrap.

Pumpkin Bread

If you are hungry for compliments on a baking item, this is it. This Pumpkin Bread was so good. I used one cup of brown sugar and 2 cups of white sugar. This recipe made a dozen muffins and a large loaf of bread. I topped the muffins and bread with cream cheese icing.

Vegetable Enchiladas

These enchiladas are absolutely fantastic. We have made them multiple times and even guests rave about how delicious they are. They are easy, fast, and healthy. We substitute 1 1/2 cups of brown rice for the corn and we double the sauce. Also, you can use any cheese you desire. ENJOY!

Eco-Friendly Craft Ideas

Martha Stewart has great Eco-friendly craft ideas. A good short weekend craft or rainy day activity.

We Have Lift Off

Our garden adventure is underway @ The Clark Family Garden.