Monday, September 13, 2010

Blueberry Smoothie

Recipe sent in by: D. Archer
Nice day starter.

- 1 c Blueberries * ( frozen berries don't need to be thawed )
- 1 c Plain Yogurt
- 1 c Milk
- 1 Tbs Wheat Germ
- 1-2 tsp Honey ( or to taste )

1) Blend together all ingredients. Pour into glasses and serve immediately.

Note:
by D. Archer
I haven't tried this yet, but it sounded good and probably a nice way to start off your morning. Different types or combinations of berries would work great.

Sunday, September 12, 2010

Honey Butter Variations

Recipe sent in by: D. Archer
Honey butter is so easy to make and dresses up all kinds of things!

Basic Honey
- ¾ c Butter, softened slightly ( room temp )
- ¼ c Honey

1) Mix together, whipping with a fork or whisk.
2) Chill slightly, may need to be mixed with a fork before using.

Variation 1:
Cinnamon Honey Butter

- ½ c Butter
- ½ c Confectioners' Sugar ( to taste )
- ½ c Honey
- 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon

1) Mix together the butter, honey, cinnamon, adding the sugar to taste.
2) Chill slightly, may need to be mixed with a fork before using.

Variation 2:
Brown Sugar Honey Butter

- ½ c Butter
- ½ c Honey
- ½ c Brown Sugar ( to taste )

1) Mix together the butter, honey, adding the sugar to taste.
2) Chill slightly, may need to be mixed with a fork before using.

NOTE:
For further variations try a richer spread. Add 1/4 c Cream Cheese ( or low fat cream cheese ) blending into the honey butter.

Testimonials:
by D. Archer
All of these are tasty, they go great on warm bread, biscuits, pancakes, waffles, etc. Worth a try.

Creamy Dill Dipping Sauce

Recipe sent in by: D. Archer
So fresh, great for dipping veggies.

- ½ c Sour Cream
- ¼ c Mayonnaise
- 2 Tbs Fresh Chopped Dill
- 1 tsp Lemon Juice
- Salt and Pepper to taste


1) Mix all ingredients together in a bowl.
2) Chill in refrigerator, garnish with a sprig of dill if so desired.

Testimonials:
by D. Archer
This is a nice and easy dip to make, it also is great with the addition of some chopped fresh green onions. This is real nice with fresh veggies or pita bread or chips.

Honey Mustard

Recipe sent in by: D. Archer
Super quick and easy.

¾ c Mayonnaise
- 2 Tbs Dijon Mustard
¼ c Honey


1) In a small bowl mix all ingredients, if it isn't sweet enough add more honey by the teaspoon. Likewise, if it isn't tangy enough add more mustard by the teaspoon.

Testimonials:
by D. Archer
This is so super easy, works great for chicken tenders or nuggets. Also, can be thinned with a little olive oil, adding a little salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste for a nice salad dressing.
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