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CROCKPOT SALMON WITH DRY RUB

CROCKPOT SALMON WITH DRY RUB

 

large piece of salmon

2 tablespoons brown sugar

1 teaspoon paprika

1 teaspoon cumin

1/2 teaspoon crushed garlic

1/2 teaspoon oregano

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon red pepper

aluminum foil

 

Directions:

In a bowl combine all of the spices with brown sugar. Spread out a large piece of aluminum foil and place the fish on it. Rub the top of the salmon with the spice & sugar mixture (it’s ok to mound up the spice a bit, and it’s fine to only rub the top). Fold the foil over and crimp up the sides to make a contained packet. Put the foil packet into a dry crockpot. Cover with lid and cook on high for 2-3 hours, or on low for 3-5 hours.

 

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ORANGE-GINGER CHICKEN AND VEGGIE

ORANGE-GINGER CHICKEN AND VEGGIE

Ingredients:

2 cloves garlic, minced

3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce

2 tablespoons orange juice

1 tablespoon minced ginger

1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 tablespoon water

1/2 onion thinly slices

1 bell pepper (green, yellow or red) thinly sliced

1 cup chopped broccoli

1 tablespoon sesame seeds

2 cups cooked brown rice

 

Directions:

In a big bowl, whisk together garlic, soy sauce, orange juice & ginger. Add the chicken and toss it around to coat it. Place in frig for 15 minutes or more. Heat your large skillet or wok over medium heat. Put half the oil in the skillet. Throw in onion, peppers, broccoli and water. Stir-fry them until tender, about 5 minutes. Dump them in a new bowl. Add the remainder of the oil to the skillet. Add the chicken, but hold on to the marinade. Cook until done, about 4 minutes while stirring. Add the veggies, marinade and sesame seeds. Stir-fry it all for 2 minutes. Pile everything on rice in a serving dish.

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TRIPLE LAYER BROWNIE’S

 

TRIPLE LAYER BROWNIE’S:

 

Box of brownie mix (make as directed)

7 oz. jar of jet-puffed marshmallow cream

12 oz. bag of chocolate chips

1 cup creamy peanut butter

3 cups rice krispies

 

Make brownies as directed on package into a 9×13 baking dish. Let cool. Spread a layer of marshmallow creme (warm creme will spread easier, microwave it a few seconds).  Melt a package of chocolate chips (in double broiler on stove), then mix in creamy peanut butter. Remove from heat and stir in rice krispies. Spread on top of cooled brownies. Let stand for a couple hours and cut.

 

Enjoy!

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7 LAYER SALAD

7 LAYER SALAD

 

1. cut iceberg lettuce

2. cut green onion

3. cut celery

4. frozen peas

5. mayo

6. shredded cheddar cheese

7. cooked bacon (crumbled)

Directions:

Layer in this order into 9 x 13 baking dish and add salt & pepper. Chill in frig before serving.

Options to add:  chopped green pepper, shredded mozz cheese, ranch dressing.

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Yum! Lemon Bars

This is my lemon bar recipe I got from my Aunt Marilyn. My kids love it!

 

LEMON BARS

 

Crust:

1 cup butter                                                   2 cups flour

1/2 cup powdered sugar                               dash of salt

Mix & press into 9 x 13 pan and poke crust (see picture) with fork and bake 15 minutes (until edges are turning brown) at 350*.

 

Filling:

1/4 cup flour                                                   4 beaten eggs

2 cups sugar                                                   6 Tablespoons lemon juice

3 drops of yellow food coloring

Mix & pour into slightly cooled crust and bake 25 minutes (until edges are turning brown) at 350*.

 

Topping:

Cool and sprinkle with powdered sugar on top. Cut into squares. Enjoy!

 

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Letting go, but still showing you care

Parenting is a full time job. It is also for the lifetime of the child, if you ask me. My child just left for college last week. Mind you, he is just a little over an hour drive away, but it might as well be in China.  I’ve been researching what to send him in a care package. I found lots of wonderful ideas out there. Some of my favorites are: gift cards for places around the college, cash, “thinking of you” cards, handwritten notes, decorating the inside of the box, a toy football and of course, food. If you make cookies, place a slice of store bought bread in the bag with cookies, it will help them stay moist. Here is my list of stuff to make a nice college dorm care package:

 

FOOD: pretzels, granola bars, microwave popcorn, microwavable cakes like Betty Crocker’s Warm Delights, cookies-homemade or store bought, dried fruit, beef jerky, instant oatmeal, ramen, Easy Mac, Rice Krispies Treats, candy, tea, hot cocoa packages, mini marshmallows,  beverage pouches for water bottles such as Crystal Lite On the Go, cup of noodles, sunflower seeds, peanuts, gum, microwavable cup of soup, crackers, cereal cup, chips, fruit snacks, mints, apples, bananas & corn nuts.

 

MISCELLANEOUS: magazines, seasonal decorations, water bottle, bubbles, DVDs, CDs, stress toy, cleaning wipes, shout wipes, post-its, USB flash drive, pens, gift cards, cash, frisbee, mini-football, lip balm, hand lotion, shower gel, hand sanitizer, ear plugs, eye mask, cute bandaids, socks, shower sandals, popcorn tin with different flavors, nerf basketball hoop & ball, advil & scarf.

 

I’m sure your college student will love to receive any care package from you! Have fun making it and always put in extra for the roommate!