The 6 cloves of garlic is really a head of garlic. Slice the top off place in an oven pan and drizzle olive oil over it. Roast about 3/4 hour in a 250 oven. Cook the penne per instructions, leave a little al dente. Rinse and coat with olive oil to prevent sticking together. Sauce: […]

Preheat oven to 325F (165C). Line baking sheet with foil or waxed paper; set aside. In a large bowl, beat egg whites and lemon juice until stiff peaks form. While continuing to beat, gradually add sugar. Fold in coconut or chopped nuts until mixture is evenly blended. Drop mixture by teaspoonfuls onto lined baking sheets. […]

In a bowl mix together the ham, garlic, parsley, chili pepper, and olive oil. Fill the mushroom caps with this mixture, arrange in a baking dish [may be prepared ahead], and bake at 350 F for 15 minutes. (Champi¤ones Rellenos De Jamon). From “Tapas: The Little Dishes of Spain” by Penelope Casas. Fat grams per […]

PART 2 1/2 c White sugar 1/2 c White vinegar 1 1/2 tb Corn starch, dissolved in 1/4 c Water 1/4 c Pineapple juice 3 tb Tomato soup -SUGGESTED EMBELLISHMENTS- 1/4 c Pineapple chunks Few pieces of raw carrot, -sliced or shredded 1/2 Green pepper shredded 1 Tomato, cut into wedges 1/2 c Mixed sweet […]

“Coconut milk, the key ingredient in this intriguing entree, is worth searching out. But dont confuse it with sweetened cream of coconut – thats for making pina coladas.” Combine snowpeas and water in 1-quart e proof casserole with lid. Cover and microwave on HIGH 2 minutes. Heat oil in large skillet over high heat. Add […]

In large frying pan or wok, heat oil, Add scallions and cook over high heat, 30 seconds, stirring until wilted. Add remaining ingredients, except butter, cooking and stirring 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in butter.

Preheat oven to 350~F. degrees. Melt butter in large saucepan over medium low heat. Whisk in flour and stir 3 minutes. Gradually whisk in broth and milk. Reduce heat, simmering until thick, about 10 minutes. Blend in lemon juice and seasonings. Combine cooked noodles and half the sauce, tossing gently to blend. Place in the […]

In a saucepan or e-safe bowl, combine Pace and Velveeta cheese food. Cook over low heat 10 minutes or microwave at HIGH 5 minutes – just until cheese is melted, stirring occasionally. Surround with chips or Christmas-colored red and green pepper rings or strips and, if youre so inclined, sprinkle the dip with chopped fresh […]

Make the Creme Fresca ahead of time: mix cream and sour cream together. Cover and let stand at room temp. until thickened, 8 hours or overnight. Chill until ready to use. Char the chili peppers over a gas flame until blackened on all sides. Wrap them in a plastic bag and let stand for 10 […]

Wash asparagus spears and trim off tough ends. Place asparagus in boiling salted water and cook until tender, 7 to 10 minutes. Drain off liquid. In a small saucepan, melt the butter, cook over low heat until lightly browned. Sprinkle freshly grated cheese over butter and mix. Spoon over asparagus. Garnish with sliced hard boiled […]