16473 very versatile blend Recipes

very ripe pureed bananas (approx. 6 bananas), dark brown sugar, oil (if your prefer , you may sub. melted, unsalted butter), eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, salt, all-purpose flour, coca-cola, chopped pecans (optional)

ground venison or 1 lb ground beef or 1 lb ground buffalo meat, onions, diced, potatoes, diced, fresh parsley or 1 tbsp dried parsley, salt and pepper, bouillon cube, water, enough to cover by 1 inch, condensed tomato soup

butter or 1/2 cup margarine, brown sugar or 1/3 cup splenda blend, sliced almonds, flour (no more!), salt, sugar, flour, salt, eggs (large), lemon juice, icing sugar , for dusting

graham cracker, crushed, no-sugar-added strawberry preserves, sugar-free vanilla ice cream (turkey hill), frozen blueberries, mascarpone cheese, no-sugar-added strawberry preserves, berry-flavored vodka (for adults) or 2 tbsp berry juice, triple sec or 1 tbsp orange juice, ice cubes, prepared whipped cream, graham cracker, blueberries, cinnamon sugar, blend

butter, very large onion, chopped fine, rice, beef broth , lower sodium and fat-free, sharp cheddar cheese, shredded, button mushrooms, with liquid, sliced almonds, toasted

boneless skinless chicken breasts, asparagus spears (very chopped !), red pepper, mushrooms (your preference), grape tomatoes, olive oil, sea salt , to taste, pepper , to taste, garlic powder, part-skim mozzarella cheese

whole meal bread, cream cheese, red onions, diced, smoked salmon, sliced, mango chutney , blended to a paste, streaky bacon , cooked until crispy, caper, drained, chives, snipped, fresh ground black pepper

splenda brown sugar blend, cinnamon, ground, pecans, chopped, egg beaters egg substitute, skim milk, plain non-fat greek yogurt, applesauce, vanilla extract, all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, splenda sugar substitute, baking powder, salt, mixed berries, fresh

italian milano sourdough bread, toasted and cubed, unsalted butter, onions, chopped, celery, chopped, mushrooms, chopped, apples , medium to large , chopped, dry-roasted pecans, chopped, ground sage, ground thyme, ground pepper, garlic powder with parsley (lawry s california blend), apple juice, dried apricot, chopped (optional)

yogurt (any variety, or 1/2 cup milk), apple juice, cold (or any juice in your fridge), frozen strawberries (or mixed berries or raspberries), frozen peaches (or frozen mango or pineapples), pure vanilla extract, ice cubes (more if they re small)

ground meat, spaghetti sauce (whatever your favorite brand and variety), alfredo sauce (i use the 4 cheese variety), uncooked lasagna noodle, shredded italian cheese blend (may use 2 if you want a cheesier lasagna)

beef tenderloin (i have used several types of beef including ground beef with very good results), butter or 1/2 cup margarine, divided, onions, thinly sliced, mushrooms, thinly sliced, tomato paste, salt, pepper, full sherry wine (use the empty tomato paste can) or 1 (6 oz) can wine (use the empty tomato paste can), sour cream, flour, extra broad egg noodles, salt , for water, poppy seed, chopped parsley, butter

butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla, flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, very ripe bananas (skins should be very dark), chopped walnuts, sour cream

butter, granulated sugar, egg yolk, vanilla, lemon juice, flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, fresh strawberries chopped into very small pieces, fresh strawberries, each sliced into 4 slices, blueberries sliced in half

garlic cloves, minced, shredded cheese (muenster, mozzarella, etc.), sour cream, mayonnaise

sour cream (preferably low-fat ), baking soda, all-purpose flour, white sugar, baking powder, cream of tartar, salt, butter - very cold, egg, blueberries with lemon zest, dried cranberries and orange zest, dried currants , chocolate chips, etc)

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.

watermelon, seeded and cubed (about 3 lb), water, mint leaves, divided, super-fine sugar (adjust if too sweet when using a naturally sweeter watermelon), divided, very thin lime slices, halved into half moons, divided