224 and light for two Recipes

two 6-oz cans) chunk light tuna, drained and flaked, chopped canned artichoke hearts, chopped california ripe olives, reduced-fat mayonnaise, lemon juice, chopped fresh oregano or 1/2 tsp dried

rolled oats, nonfat milk, water, whole wheat flour, egg white, baking soda, white vinegar, chocolate chips, splenda granular (more or less to own personal preference )

german chocolate sauerkraut fudge cake, german tradition meets the dry irish humor in this melt-in-your-mouth chocolate cake recipe. we loved to watch our guests gape in surprise when the secret ingredient was revealed., prepare, grease and flour two 8-inch baking pans. set aside. set oven temperature to 350 degrees., sift together, half cup unsweetened cocoa, two and 1-fourth cups sifted all-purpose flour, prepare, two-thirds cup rinsed, drained and chopped sauerkraut (do not be tempted to squeeze the sauerkraut dry), add to the sauerkraut, lightly beaten egg yolks, water, at room temperature, cream, two-thirds cup butter, at room temperature, one-half cups refined sugar , or three-fourths cup fruit sugar, add, vanilla, egg whites, at room temperature, rising agent mixture, baking powder , 1 tsp baking soda, 1-fourth tsp salt (stirred together)

olive oil, sweet onion, thinly sliced, garlic cloves, smashed, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt & freshly ground black pepper, mustard seeds, kale, trimmed and roughly chopped, collard greens, trimmed and roughly chopped, swiss chard, trimmed and roughly chopped (if not all available, use all of 1 or two or a mixture of spinach,oriental or regular bok choy, al), pecans, toasted and chopped, puff pastry, thawed, egg, lightly beaten, coarse salt

three and 1-quarter cups (approximately eight oz) chinese long beans, four tangerines, one-half cups (approximately three oz) vidalia onion, thinly sliced, half cup plus two tbsp (approximately three oz) sunflower seeds, toasted, half tsp salt, quarter tsp ground black pepper, sherry-mustard vinaigrette, cornstarch, half cup vegetable stock, three tbsp olive oil, two tbsp sherry vinegar, two tbsp tangerine juice, dijon mustard, light brown sugar, two tsp minced shallots, minced garlic, half tsp salt, quarter tsp ground black pepper

butter, leek, white and light green parts, finely chopped (1/2 cup), yellow onion, finely chopped (1/2 cup), egg, lightly beaten, light cream, nutmeg, kosher salt, freshly ground pepper, chopped blanched broccoli rabe florets, squeezed dry, chopped pancetta , optional, prebaked miniature phyllo shells (two 15-oz packages)

two bunches) scallions, trimmed, raw) lean (90%) ground beef, preferably ground round, canola oil, bulgur, garlic, minced, tomato sauce, water, salt and pepper to taste, whole wheat or no-yolk egg noodles, cottage cheese, light sour cream, grated lowfat extra-sharp cheddar cheese

two 1/4-oz packages (5 tsp total ) active dry yeast, warm water (105o-115of.), sugar, all-purpose flour, salt, unsalted butter, melted and cooled, milk, heated to lukewarm, sour cream, eggs, beaten lightly, dried currants or raisins, sugar, cinnamon

two 7 1/2-oz packages vanilla wafers ,crushed into fine crumbs, honey, light or dark rum, brandy, walnut pieces, finely ground, vegetable oil, granulated sugar for rolling

two-minute noodles, carrot, grated, zucchini, grated, pumpkin, grated, eggs , lightly beated, sour cream or 1/2 cup plain yogurt, cheddar cheese, grated

two 1-lb containers of plain yogurt, sugar, vanilla, dried apricots, light brown sugar, melted butter for brushing the crepes, all-purpose flour, sugar, milk, eggs, unsalted butter, melted and cooled, poppy seeds, freshly grated lemon zest, salt, melted unsalted butter for brushing the pan, crepe batter

two 1 1/2-lb red snappers, cleaned , leaving heads and tails intact, minced peeled fresh gingerroot, garlic cloves, minced, dry sherry, soy sauce, fresh shiitake mushrooms , stems discarded and caps sliced thin, carrots (about 1/2 lb), cut into julienne strips, scallions , cut into julienne strips, fermented black beans,* rinsed lightly, water, cornstarch, grain white rice , cooked according to package instructions and omitting any butter or margarine

honey, warm water, limes (or combination of the two) or 1/2 cup lemon juice (or combination of the two), cold water, lemon balm, lightly packed, limes or lemon slice, cold sparkling water

fresh corn kernels, corn oil, salt, freshly ground pepper, pecan cornbread (recipe follows), slightly stale, cut into 1/2 cubes, shallot, minced, cooked lobster meat, roughly chopped, cream cheese, softened, worcestershire sauce, prepared mayonnaise, freshly ground nutmeg, on high heat , in a medium skillet, brown the corn kernels in the corn oil and season lightly with salt and pepper to taste. remove pan from heat and put cooked corn kernels into a large mixing bowl. stir in remaining ingredients, blending well. form lobster cakes with a two oz scoop. (make approximately twenty cakes.) cakes may be prepared to this point and refrigerated up to two days., presentation, pecans, pecan cornbread, dried slightly at room temperature, clarified butter or olive oil for sauteing, in a food processor , pulse pecans and pecan cornbread until finely ground. press cakes into crumb mixture, and then saute in clarified butter or olive oil on medium heat until lightly browned and warmed through. place on warmed plate and drizzle with pumpkin ginger creme fraiche (recipe follows).

water, soy sauce, scotch, sugar, fresh gingerroot , each about the size of a quarter, flattened with flat side of a heavy knife, scallions , flattened with flat side of a heavy knife, two 3-inch cinnamon sticks, two 4-inch strips fresh orange zest, removed with a vegetable peeler, star anise*, crushed lightly with flat side of a heavy knife, meaty cross-cut sections beef shanks (about 4 1/4 lb total ), a 7- to 8-oz p ck ge dried rice-stick noodles, rice vermicelli ), carrots, cut diagonally into 1/4-inch slices, turnips, peeled, halved , and cut into 1/4-inch slices, garnish: fresh coriander leaves

sweet almond oil, molecules in this oil make it a heavier oil best suited for heavy massage or for a very moisturizing cream or salve. sweet almond oil contains vitamins a, b1, b2 and b6 and a small amount of e. protects and nourishes the skin., apricot kernel oil, light weight oil suitable for massage. use in cream and lotion recipes. good for all skins, especially prematurely aged, sensitive, inflamed and dry. contains minerals and vitamins., avocado oil, heavy weight oil suitable for massage. use up to 1-fourth to a cream or salve base. contains vitamins a, b, and d and is rich in lecithin. penetrates the upper layers of the skin. has beneficial effect on dry skin and wrinkles., grapeseed oil, light weight oil suitable for light massage and is water-dispersible in the bath. contains vitamins, minerals and protein. good all around oil. grapeseed oil is not suitable for creams or lotions., hazelnut oil, oil suitable for light massage. perfect for base oil for creams. hazelnut oil is said to penetrate the top layer of the skin slightly, being beneficial for oily or combinations skins and effective on acne. it is stimulating to the circulation and also has astringent properties. contains oleic acid and a small proportion of linoleic acid., jojoba , refined colorless, jojoba is not an oil , but a liquid wax; excellent choice for many aromatherapy uses. most often used as the carrier oil of choice to use with essential oils. a must in all your cream and lotion recipes. it is very stable, having extremely good keeping qualities. useful oil in cases of acne., jojoba, golden organic, choose this jojoba for heavier creams, soap making and when you want extra moisturizing. less refined, it retains more vitamins and minerals than the refined. not quite as stable. jojoba contains myristic acid, which has anti-inflammatory properties., kukui nut oil, light to medium weight oil. new on the scene , this oil is wonderful for mature, aging skin. has a slight odor, which can be overcome by adding essential oils. not offensive. kukui nut oil is readily absorbed into the skin and leaves the skin soft and very moisturized. an excellent oil to add to your cream and lotion formulas., macadamia nut oil, oil suitable for massage. it is highly emollient and a good addition to your cream formulas. very nice feel to the oil when applied to the skin., olive oil, heavy weight oil suitable for massage. wonderful for salves, olive oil is emollient, soothing to inflamed skin. use regular, not extra virgin, unless the odor is not objectionable., sunflower nut oil, very light weight oil-perfect choice for bath oils. also excellent in lotions, as this oil is most readily absorbed into the skin. not suitable for massage due to absorption rate., essential oil blends for the bath and massage, lavender, lavender is calming as well as uplifting and can be safely used with children. it s sweet floral-herbaceous scent and balsamic-woody undertone may help to unwind at the end of a stressful day., lavender/rose geranium, two parts lavender to 1 part rose geranium. this recipe is meant to help calm your mind and lift your spirits. rose geranium has a rosy sweet scent and may be anti depressant and uplifting., eucalyptus blend, four parts eucalyptus 70/75 and 1 part tangerine essential oils. will help relieve cold symptoms, especially in the bath. add to a carrier oil/oils for muscular aches and pains. warming to the skin. fragrance is fresh and pungent., morning energizer, two parts lemon , 1 part rosemary, two parts tangerine. energize with this refreshing blend. a wonderful morning wake-up and summertime refresher.

deer antlers, no - these are not bambi s father s deer antlers so don tsp panic, eggs, sugar, whipping cream, percent fat sour cream, flour, baking powder, cardamom, melted butter shortening or oil, beat eggs and sugar until light and lemon-colored. whip cream and sour cream lightly together. sift the dry ingredients. add alternately with melted butter and both creams to the egg mixture. mix lightly together. refrigerate overnight. roll the dough into 1/3 sausages. cut into 5 lengths. form into a wreath. make two notches along the edges. heat the shortening or oil to 350 degrees f. deep fry, a few at a time, until golden, three to four minutes.

pastry dough : for two 9-inch crusts (i make my favorite pie shell, i don tsp use this recipe.), all purpose flour, shortening, light brown sugar, salt, white vinegar, beaten egg, cold water, in a large bowl, mix together flour, and shortening., in a small bowl, combine the sugar, salt, vinegar, egg, and water. blend all ingredients to form a ball. add more water if necessary., chill dough and use as needed., light brown sugar, eggs at room temperature, heavy cream, pure maple syrup (preferably dark amber), unsalted butter, melted