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Cashew Chicken

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, January 31, 2012, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

* please forgive me for not giving exact measurements*

Cashew Chicken( feeds large family)
~ chicken, cut up in bite size pieces, breaded and fried/or cheat-popcorn chicken, frozen
~ brown rice
~ green onion, sliced
~ cashews
sauce:
~ oyster sauce
~ soy sauce
~ 32 oz box chicken broth, natural-reduced sodium
~ 3 heaping tablespoons cornstarch, mixed with in a cup of water
~ 3 tablespoons sugar

1. Fry chicken, or cheat and buy frozen popcorn chicken
2. Start brown rice in pot, add a splash of soy sauce
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Strawberry Lemonade Cupcakes

Posted by Holly Nelson on Saturday, August 13, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

cupcake:
1 1/2 C strawberries, chopped small
1 1/2 C sucanat (or white sugar)
6 TBSP milk
3/4 C vegetable oil
3 tsp pure vanilla
6 egg whites, room temp!
2 1/4 C flour~ I use bread flour
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
Frosting:
6 oz cream cheese, room temp ONLY!
3 TBSP honey
3 packets stevia(or sugar)
3/4 C nonfat, plain Greek yogurt *MUST be Greek!
zest from a whole lemon

1. Preheat oven 350 degrees, rack in center. Line muffin pan with baking cups and spray with cooking spray.
2. Finely chop strawberries, put in ...
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Baked Chocolate Chip French Toast

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, July 26, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Baked Chocolate Chip French Toast

1 loaf bread( I use my homemade Amish Bread)
8 eggs
cinnamon
chocolate chips

1. Layer the bottom of a greased 13x9 pan with bread.
2. Beat eggs and cinnamon together; and pour half of the mixture on top.
3. Add another layer of bread.
4. Pour the rest of the eggs on top. Spread with the back of a spoon to cover all breads with egg mixture.
5. Cover with foil and refrigerate overnight. Or bake immediately.
6. Bake at 375 degrees for 15-20 minutes, until eggs are cooked...
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My Daily Schedule~ Summer

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, July 15, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

My Daily Schedule

This is not exact , but this is what my normal day looks like. *Revised for 2011*

MOMS SCHEDULE:Summer schedule*

*The schedule is basically the same for school days, but morning routines are an hour earlier and earlier dinner and bedtime*

6:00 - wake, contacts, shower, dress

6:20- bible reading, devotional, coffee/tea

7:00/8- make breakfast~ Read Psalm and a Proverbs while kids eat

7:30- treadmill (right now I'm doing Couch to 5k iPhone app)

8:00- Table chores/Prep for dinner/ crock...

Southwestern Couscous Salad

Posted by Holly Nelson on Wednesday, July 13, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

1 box of couscous, cooked as directed
1/4 C fresh cilantro, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 tomato, chopped
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 can whole kernel corn, drained
1 zucchini, peeled and chopped
a few dashed of ancho chili(or regular chili powder) powder

1. Make couscous as directed on box.
2. Chopped all veggies.
3. Put all veggie ingredients in a bowl.
4. When Couscous is done, fluff with a fork. Then add to bowl of veggies.
5. Mix and serve!
* I served my salad with Nachos.
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Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, June 21, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Ice cream cone cupcakes
~ ice cream cones
~ cake mix

1. Make cake mix as directed
2. Pour 1/4 cup into each cone. Make sure it does not cover the inside rim of the cones.
3. Put cones into a muffin pan.
4. Bake 15 minutes or until middle of cake is done.
5. Ice with any icing/frosting you desire!

In Pictures:

Pour cake batter into cones. Set in a muffin pan. bake 15 minutes.

This is how cute it looks when it's done!

I cheated and used this to make icing the cupcakes quick, easy and still cute.

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Coconut Shrimp

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, June 14, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Coconut Shrimp~ Clean Version:
~ Jumbo Shrimp
~ flaked coconut
~ 1 egg white
~ few tablespoons toasted sesame oil
~ bamboo skewers

1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees/ Take tails off of shrimp.
2. Thread shrimp on skewers. Make sure you thread the fat part and skinny tail so it won't spin when you turn it.
3. Mix egg white and sesame oil. Brush on each side of skewered shrimp.
4. Spread coconut in a 13x9 pan. Lay skewer on coconut and press to make sure it stays on each side.
5. Place skewers on foiled cook...
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Salmon with Sweet & Tangy Pineapple Chutney

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, May 20, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

* Inspired by Tosca Reno's recipe*

Salmon:
1.Salt and pepper salmon and cook in a skillet with evoo. Flip, cooking for about 6 minutes total

Chutney:
orange
pineapple tidbits with juice
1 red pepper, diced
1/4 red onion, diced
1 jalapeno, seeded, minced
1/2 tbsp roasted garlic
1 tsp ginger
1 TBSP apple cider vinegar
salt, pepper
1 tsp arrowroot

1. Zest orange into saucepan.
2. Peel orange and cut in between membranes, chop orange segments.
3. Add all the ingredients except for arrowroot.
4.Bring to a boil , ...
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Pork Chops with Gingered-Orange Dipping Sauce

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, May 17, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Pork Chops with Gingered-Orange Dipping Sauce:

~ thin strips of pork chops

~ soy sauce

~ evoo

~ jerk seasoning

~ garlic

1. Add all ingredients in a large ziploc bag. Marinade for 4 hours or overnight.

2. Thread strips on a bamboo skewer. Grill 10 minutes. Or Broil 8 minutes in oven.

Dipping Sauce:(for crowd)

~ 1/3 or 1/2 stick melted butter

~ 1 tbsp ginger

~ 1 tbsp garlic

~ 1 whole lime of lime juice or 1/2 plastic container of lime juice

~ 1 jar orange marmalade

1. Combine all ingredients in a sauce pa...

"Clean " Berry Cheescake

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, May 13, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

~ vanilla yogurt
~ cottage cheese
~ mixed berries ( I love chopped strawberries and blueberries together)
~ nuts (I love macadamia's with this!)

1. mix a large spoonful each of yogurt and cottage cheese.
2. top with berries and nuts
ENJOY!

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I have added a new page ~ Grilling

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, May 3, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Inspired by Family Fun's article Foil Feast, I added a new section to my recipe page. There is also a link on my Clean -
Eating page. Here are a lot of recipes in one:

Grilling

Foil Packet Feasts:

Choose your Protein:

1. Chicken 2. Salmon 3. Talapia 4. Shrimp 5. Hamburger* 6. Turkey Burger 7. Tofu 8. Sausages/Brats/Kielbasa 9. Pork 10. Steak

*my favorite burger seasoning~ dales seasoning, cavender's seasoning, minced garlic, and pepper

Choose your Sides:*Beans, ...

Carrot Soup

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, April 5, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Gather ingredients: carrots, onion, sweet potato, garlic, coconut butter, chicken stock, orange juice

Heat 1/2 cup coconut butter in large stock pot.

Peel and chop 1 bag of carrots and 1 sweet potato. Add onion to pot and sautee then add carrots and sweet potato. Stir and heat until starting to get tender.

Add 2 boxes of chicken stock and 1 Cup orange juice, and 1 tsp ginger

Heat to boiling. Reduce and simmer for 1 hour.

Once tender, pour into a blender and puree until smooth. Pour into bowls an...
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Asian Salmon Sandwiches

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, April 5, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Gather ingredients: lime juice, canned salmon, ginger, soy sauce, chopped celery.

Mix salmon, celery, 1 tsp ginger, 2 TBSP soy sauce.

It should look like a salmon salad

Scoop onto a whole grain bun with lettuce and serve with Asian noodles.
* Asian Noodles~ heat peanut butter and soy sauce in small pot. Cook sobo or undon noodles as directed and mix*

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Caribbean Chicken

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, April 5, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Gather: chicken breast, lime, orange, garlic, ginger, nutmeg, cinnamon, mace, hot sauce, agave nectar, molasses, coconut butter, salt and pepper

Marinade chicken for a four hours or overnight in: juice and zest from lime and orange, 1 tsp agave nectar, 1 tsp molasses, nutmeg, ginger, garlic, cinnamon, mace, and hot sauce.(Save the marinade!)

Heat 2 TBSP coconut butter.

Add chicken and brown slowly on each side.

Pour reserved marinade over chicken. Cover and cook for 30 minutes, or grill.

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Moroccan Chicken and Lentils

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, April 5, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Gather: lentils evoo, red wine vinegar, cumin, chili powder, onion, garlic, cinnamon, cilantro, chicken breast

Cook lentils and directed on package. Mix 1/4 evoo, 1/4 red wine vinegar, 2 TBSP cumin, garlic, and chili powder, 1tspn salt. Pour over lentil and set to the side.

(I did not do this but I suggest this~ Heat evoo in a large skillet. Add onions and sautee until tender and brown)
Add chicken, salt, 1 tsp cumin, 2tsp chili powder, 1/4 cinnamon. Sautee until chicken has cooked through.

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Sweet Potato Beef Stew

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, April 5, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Gather 2 sweet potato, onion, large can of crushed or pureed tomatoes, lean stew meat, chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper.

Peel and chop sweet potato and onion.

Brown meat in evoo in large pot, Then remove.

Heat onion and garlic until tender. Then add chili powder and cumin.

Add sweet potatoes, meat, and tomatoes.Simmer for 1 hour. Sweet potatoes should be tender.

Serve with flax crackers or Ezechiel bread.

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Mexican Rice and Beans

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, April 5, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Gather ingredients: evoo, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, chili powder, onion, garlic, cooked BROWN rice, pinto beans(cooked), chicken broth, tomato paste, salt, pepper(opt)

Heat cumin, coriander, chili powder, and cinnamon in dutch oven or large pot until fragrant. Add chopped onion and garlic and heat a little more.

Add rice, beans, stock, tomato paste, salty, and peppers.

Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.

Serve Hot! with a salad and Ezechiel bread. Enjoy!

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Baked Penne

Posted by Holly Nelson on Wednesday, March 9, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Gather ingredients: chicken broth, penne or ziti pasta, crushed tomatoes, carrots, basil, ground turkey, evoo, garlic, onion(not pictured)

Peel, slice, and chop carrots

Chop carrots, finely

Drizzle evoo in a skillet and add carrots, onion( oops! I forgot to add to the first picture!), and garlic. Sautee for a few minutes then add the ground turkey.

Finely chop fresh basil leaves. They are so much more fragrant and flavorful than dried!

Cook until meat is browned and veggies are soft

Add tomatoes, ...
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Mango Chicken Salad Wraps

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, March 1, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Mango Chicken Salad Wraps:

Chop (soft)mango and sweet red bell pepper. Gather alfalfa sprouts and spinach leaves.

Bake chicken with Jerk Chicken Seasoning. I didn't have that so I used Penzey's Northwoods seasoning.

When chicken is done chop and add to bowl with other ingredients

Mix about a cup of PLAIN yogurt, lime juice and lime zest.

Add to the chicken mixture and stir

I like to use the Multi-Grain with Flax wraps. Super healthy and yummy.

I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!

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Honey Almond Cookies

Posted by Holly Nelson on Wednesday, February 23, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Honey Almond Cookies( by Tosca Reno from The Eat Clean Diet)
1C Almonds
1 1/4 C unbleached whole wheat flour
1 C unbleached all purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp sea salt
2/3 C natural honey
1/4 C agave nectar
1/3 C coconut butter
1/4 C unsweetened applesauce
1/4 C ground flaxseed
1 egg
1 tsp vailla
1/4 C sliced almonds, for decoration(optional)

1. Ground almonds in food processor. Put in large bowl. Add flours, baking powder and salt. Mix well.
2. In a medium bowl, mix honey, agave nectar, coconut ...
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Soy-Braised Pork Tenderloin with Slaw

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, February 22, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

I have so many new recipes to share. I had a hard time trying to figure out which on to choose first. I think I will post one everyday this week for you! You are going to love them. I started to "Eat Clean". I will devote a new section on my HEALTH page as soon as I have time to do it.
All of these new recipes are from the "Eat Clean" books. Tosca Reno has so many great recipes! They are super healthy and huge on taste. Well Wait...this recipe is from the magazine. Yes! They even have a magaz...
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Red Velvet Peppermint Cupcakes

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, January 18, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

This was a recipe I did before Christmas. My computer crashed and I was not able to share this with you. Now that i finally have a working computer, these were just too good not to share!

Red Velvet Peppermint Cupcakes:
(peppermint is optional!)
1 Box Red Velvet Cake Mix
1 tub Vanilla Icing
peppermints
decorative stickers
toothpicks
cupcake liners

1. Make cake mix as directed.
2. Spoon mixture into cupcake liners
3. Bake as directed, about 15-18 minutes
4. Let cool and spread with vanilla frosting/ici...
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BBQ Turkey Nachos!

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, November 30, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

This is what we do with our leftover turkey from Thanksgiving. The recipe is originally my BBQ Nachos from a smoked pork butt. Ewww. That sounded awful!

Anyway, while everyone is having the usual turkey sandwich and Turkey Pie this is what we had. Try it! It's so yummy!

BBQ Turkey Nachos:
~ leftover turkey, shredded or chopped
~ BBQ sauce
~ chopped onions
~ chopped tomatoes
~ jalapeños
~ tortilla chips
~ nacho cheese(not salsa con queso), heated

Layer:
1. Tortilla chips on a plate
2. Sprinkle pieces ...
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Steamed Carrots~ Baby Food

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, October 12, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Steamed Carrots~ Baby Food
1 bag fresh baby or petite carrots
1 1/2 cup water
electric steamer/microwave steamer/stovetop steamer

1. Steam carrots until tender
2. Put into blender or food processor and puree until smooth. Add water if needed
3. Pour into ice cube trays or tiny plastic ziploc bowls.
4. Wrap trays and freeze until use.

I steamed my carrots in my microwave steamer because my electric steamer broke. I feel like the microwave takes nutrients out of the food, so I try not to do that often...
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Apple Pear Buckle in Pictures

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, October 5, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Apple Pear Buckle

1-2 can apple pie filling*

1-2 can pears in light syrup*

1 box yellow cake mix

1 stick of unsalted butter

1 packet Maple and Brown Sugar instant oats

Cinnamon

cooking spray

8 paper towels

Spray inside of crock pot. Fill with apple pie filling and pears. (cut up the pears into bite size pieces) Add 1 tsp almond extract. Stir together. Pour the entire box of dry cake mix over the top of the fruity mixture. Do Not stir. The cake mix will absorb the juices from the fruit mixture. Cut s...

Pear & Cherry Buckle/Apple Pear Buckle

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, October 5, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Pear and Cherry Buckle (for the slow cooker)(reader recipe!)

1 can cherry pie filling

1 can pears in light syrup

1 box yellow cake mix

1 stick of unsalted butter

1/4 cup Almond slices

1 packet Maple and Brown Sugar instant oats

1 tsp Almond extract

cooking spray

8 paper towels

Spray inside of crock pot. Fill with cherry pie filling and pears. (cut up the pears into bite size pieces) Add 1 tsp almond extract. Stir together. Pour the entire box of dry cake mix over the top of the fruity mixture. Do N...

Mushroom Burgers

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, September 21, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Mushroom Burgers(large batch):
1-2 lbs ground beef
dales seasoning
garlic powder
2 can mushroom soup( healthy kind, reduced sodium and fat )
milk

1. Heat oven to 400 degrees, grease 13x9 pan.
2. Mix beef, dales seasoning, and garlic powder. Form into patties and put in 13x9 pan.
3. In a medium bowl- pour mushroom soup. Add 1/2 - 1 can of milk. Mix.
4. Pour over beef patties.
5. Bake for 35-45 minutes until patties are no longer pink.
* I serve mashed potatoes and a veggie like green beans and a salad

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Perfectly Perfect Peas~ Baby Food

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, September 14, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

This is an original recipe by Norah O'Donnell. She has a recipe book for babies and toddlers called Baby Love.

*Click on the book name to go to Amazon to see the book.

Perfectly Perfect Peas:( Pictures Below)
1 bag of frozen peas
medium pot filled with water
8 oz water
Large Bowl filled ice water, lots of ice!

1. Start to boil a medium size pot of water.
2. Put frozen peas in a colander and rinse with cold water until the ice crystal are all off.
3. Once the water starts to boil add peas and stir.
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My Mom's Goulash

Posted by Holly Nelson on Saturday, September 4, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

*Big batch*
1 lb ground beef
1 bag of large elbow noodles
2 cans tomato soup (or 1 large)
water

1. Boil noodles and drain.
2. Brown beef and drain.
3. Add tomato soup. Rinse can with a little water to get the rest of soup out.
4. Add all ingredients together. (You can add salt and pepper or any seasoning you would like. I just add pepper)
5. Simmer until warm.
* Serve with garlic bread and salad
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Easy Chicken Enchiladas

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, August 31, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

3 Chicken breasts, cooked and chopped
3 cans cream of chicken soup, healthy/reduced fat
Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
1/2 C milk
*optional: sprinkle of taco seasoning
flour tortillas
shredded lettuce
sour cream
guacamole

1. Mix cooked chicken and soups and milk * A sprinkle of taco seasoning..
2. Spoon mixture in middle of tortilla. Roll up with sides open. Lay in greased 13 x9 pan.
3. Repeat untill all tortillas are gone. * Leave at least a cup of chicken soup mixture.
4. Pour the rest of the chicken s...
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Pasta Salad

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, July 13, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

1 box pasta~ bow tie or elbow
2 bell peppers, diced(I use red, green, and yellow for color)
1 onion, purple or regular, diced small
1 C mayo
1/4 C EVOO(extra virgin olive oil)
a few dashes of pepper
a few dashes of salt

1. Boil noodles, drain, rinse with cold water to cool.
2. Mix mayo, oil, salt, & pepper in a bowl.
3. Mix pasta and mayo mix together.(It may look creamy, but that's okay)
4. Add more salt and pepper to taste. Cover.
5. Let it sit in the refrigerator overnight to let the flavors blend.

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Fried Okra & Sweet Fried Okra/Green Tomatoes

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, July 6, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

The sweet fried okra recipe was made on accident. A few years ago we took all the ingredients to my mother-in-laws to make fried okra....cut okra, flour, and cornmeal...or what I THOUGHT was cornmeal. As soon as we started trying it, we realized it tasted "sweet".

You see, I am going blind in my left eye, and my vision in my other eye isn't so great either. I thought I grabbed the cornmeal but instead, I grabbed the POWDERED SUGAR!!! That's right! It tasted almost like funnel cake!

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Easiest Shepherds Pie

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, June 15, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

My son Seth LOVES shepherds pie. He would eat it everyday. Seriously! There are many ways that I make it.
1. leftover roast, leftover veggies, leftover mashed potatoes, & brown gravy
2. ground beef with veggies from the garden.
3. ground turkey with frozen mixed veggies

Here is my simpliest way to make it:

Shepherds Pie:
~ 1 lb ground turkey
~ 2 large cans Veg-All, original style
~ 1 jar beef gravy
~ 6 large or 10 small potatoes

1. Brown the turkey, drain
2. Peel, rinse, cut, and boil potatoes. Drain th...
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Grilled Pineapple and Shrimp

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, June 1, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Grilled Pineapple and Shrimp
1 lb shrimp, peel and devein
fresh pineapple , cut into chunks
6 TBSP orange marmalade
1 TBSP soy sauce
Rice
1/2 c cilantro, chopped

1. Thread shrimp and pineapple on skewers
2. In small saucepan, combine 4 TBSP orange marmalade, 1/2 water, and soy sauce
3. Simmer for a few minutes, then brush on top of shrimp and pineapple
4. Grill 8-10 minutes, turning once
5. Bring sauce to a full boil.
6. Make rice according to directions
7. Combine rice, 2 TBSP sauce, and cilantro
8. Serv...
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Pina` Colada Pie

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, May 18, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Pina` Colada Pie:
1 can crushed pineapple, drained
1/2 bag of flaked coconut
1 large tub cool whip

1. Combine all ingredients and pour into two pie crusts
2. Freeze, for a few hours or overnight.
3. Let it sit out a few minutes before cutting and serving

Can you tell I shopped at Walmart? And thank you to my
sis-in-law for stopping at Kroger to get me the crushed pineapple.

Mix all of it together...I could just eat it like that. YUM!!

Again, I could eat it like this, without freezing! And I kind of...
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Mexican Chicken Ring~ Cinco De Mayo!!

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, May 4, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Tomorrow is Cinco De Mayo! I always like to be festive and celebrate all kinds of holidays, even wacky holidays.

*Check out my childrens page for the wacky holiday list.

A proud Mommy Moment:
I have a little Cinco De Mayo story for yu. I was trying to potty train Ian years ago(he's now eight). Nothing seemed to be working for him. He wanted this package of underwear from the Disney store that had the Incredibles on them. He loved Dash at the time. I told him if he ever pooped in the potty then ...
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My Very Simple Lasagna

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, April 13, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Lasagna:
1 lb ground beef or chuck
1 lb sausage
2 cans/jars spaghetti sauce
1 small carton cottage cheese
parmesan cheese
2-4 C mozzarella cheese
2 eggs
lasagna noodles, cooked
basil & italian seasoning

1. Brown beef and sausage. Add spaghetti sauces and simmer.
2. In medium bowl, mix cheeses, eggs, few dashes of basil and italian seasoning.
3. Layer: meat sauce, noodles, cheese mixture, noodles, meat sauce, cheese mixture, noodles, meat sauce, then top with mozzarella cheese.
4. Cover and bake at 375 deg...
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Crunchy Slaw/Strawberries & Cream(with pictures)

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, April 6, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

I was in such a hurry to make the slaw for Easter, that I forgot to take pictures. But, I do have pictures of the Strawberries and Cream. Personally I could sit and eat that all day. Strawberries were on sale for only $.99 at Adli last week! That's why I purchased 5 containers!

Crunchy Slaw
1 bag coleslaw mix
1 bunch green onions, chopped
1 c sunflower seeds
1 c slivered almonds
2 packages Ramen noodles, chicken flavor

Dressing:
1 c vegetable oil
1/3 c white vinegar
1/2 c sugar
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Resurrection Cookies

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, March 23, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

This is the perfect recipe to teach children about Jesus' resurrection. Take the time to do this with your children!

Resurrection Cookies:

To be made the evening before Easter.
1c. whole pecans
1 tsp. vinegar
3 egg whites,
pinch salt
1c. sugar
zipper baggie
wooden spoon
tape
Bible

Preheat oven to 300 BEFORE BEGINNING.

Place pecans in zipper baggie and let children beat them with the wooden spoon to break into small pieces.
Explain that after Jesus was arrested He was beaten by the Roman soldiers. Re...
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Coconut Lime Salmon with Coconut Rice~ 2 for 1

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, March 9, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Coconut Lime Salmon
Salmon filets
brown sugar
lime juice
shredded coconut
1. Grease baking pan with cooking spray and heat oven to 375 degrees
2. Spread salmon filets on sheet.
3. Pour lime juice on salmon
4. Top with brown sugar
5. Top with coconut
6. Bake 15-20 minutes
(alternative: Mix juice, brown sugar and coconut in a large baggie. Add salmon filets to marinate.
Put salmon filets on baking sheet, then pour marinade on top.)

Coconut Rice
shredded coconut
white rice, desired amount for your family
1...
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Mexican Beef Taco Ring

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, February 23, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

The original recipe calls for chicken and a few more ingredients. I didn't have chicken so I thought I would try something new. Thank goodness, it turned out to be a hit! Pictures are below.

Mexican Beef Taco Ring:
1 lb ground beef or turkey, cooked and drained
1 can green chilies
1 can black olives, chopped (optional)
2 C Mexican Cheese
1/4 C lime juice(or juice from 2 limes)
1 tomato, chopped
2 TBSP taco seasoning
2 cans crescents

1. Mix all ingredients , except for crescents
2. Grease pizza stone, la...
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Homemade Laundry Essentials

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, February 16, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Okay, these aren't for the "Tummy" or "Yummy", but I had to share! These will save you so much money, and it's so easy!
This is also in dedication of my new favorite things:my new LG washer and dryers! Most people have these by now, but we didn't .
Here's a picture:

Aren't they beautiful. The picture isn't too great because of the lightening in that room. (We are remodeling)
Before you get too jealous, we got these on a really good sale!

But they are the HE kind, requiring HE detergent, which is...
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Chocolate Pancakes

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, February 9, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Chocolate Pancakes
3/4 C flour
3 TBSP cocoa
1 TBSP baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 TBSP sugar
1 egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 C milk
2 TBSP butter, melted
1/2 Cup mini chocolate chips
Penzey's Raspberry Enlightenment or powdered sugar or whipped cream(opt)

1. Grease griddle.
2. Sift together flour, cocoa, salt, and baking powder in a bowl.
3. In a mixing bowl, mix sugar, eggs, vanilla, and milk. Pour in the melted butter.
4. Make a well in the flour, and add the wet milk/egg mixture.
5. Fold in the chocolate chip...
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Bacon-n-Cheese Chicken Sandwiches

Posted by Holly Nelson on Wednesday, February 3, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

This was supposed to be yesterday! I got ahead of myself on the Valentines post!
This recipe came from The Pioneer Woman. It's Marlboro Man's second favorite sandwich. You can check hers out. For now, here's mine.

Bacon-n-Cheese Chicken Sandwiches:
peppered bacon, cut into thirds before frying
chicken breasts, flattened
lemon pepper
colby cheese
hamburger buns

1. Fry the bacon, drain on paper towels or paper bag.
2. Leave a little bit of the grease in the pan.
3. Sprinkle lemon pepper on both sides of ...

Tex-Mex Soup

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, January 26, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

You can use canned ingredients or use frozen or homemade canned from your garden. As you can see in my diverse selection, I do not favor just one store or brand. I treat all of them equal~

I have the Pampered Chef professional pan. It's very large. And it's also my most favorite pan, ever! There may be a better one out there. But I don't own that one, yet. So, until then...... I sautee'd the onion on one side while I browned the ground turkey on the other.

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French Onion Round Steak

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, January 19, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

package of round steaks(I actually made 2 huge packages, layered)

1/2 C (plus more)Lea & Perrins worcesterhire

butter

onion, sliced

1 Tbsp garlic

french onion soup mix

2C water

salt and pepper

1. Heat oven 375 or start crockpot. Grease 13x9 pan or crockpot with cooking spray.
2. Marinate round steaks for 30 minutes in Lea & Perrins, 1/2 C.
3. Add water and soup mix to pan/crockpot.
4. Add round steak.
5. Top with onion slices, butter and garlic, salt and pepper
6. Add a few more splashes of Lea & Perrins...
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Janie's Brussel Sprouts

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, January 12, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Okay, I know a few people have an aversion to brussel sprouts. But, this recipe is really good. Honestly, I had never in my life tried brussel sprouts until my friend Janie brought these to a ladies Christmas dinner. I have to say , they tasted nothing like everyone "warned" me about. Try this recipe, you will not be dissappointed!!

Janie's Brussel Spouts

1 pkg frozen Brussels sprouts (steam in microwave according to instructions and then cut sprouts in half)

Simmer together:
1 can chicken broth
1...
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Mexican Chicken Ring

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, January 5, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

This is so yummy! You have to try this at least once!! I so wish I had the picture for this!!

Mexican Chicken Ring
2 tubes crescents
3 chicken breasts, cooked & chopped (or 2-3 C leftover chicken)
1 can green chilies
2 limes
1/2 C mayo (maybe a little more)
1 C mont. jack cheese, shredded
1/2 tomato, chopped
1 small can chopped black olives

1. Preheat oven 375 degrees. Move rack to second to the bottom shelf. Grease round pizza stone or cookie sheet.
2. Lay the crescents out in a circle. Fat part on ins...
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Baked Potato Soup

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, December 29, 2009, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Baked Potato Soup
4-6 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
6-8 C chicken broth (canned or leftover from boiling chicken)
1-2 C milk
salt and pepper
Opt- bacon, cheese, sour cream, chives, crackers, cornbread

1. Boil potatoes in broth until tender.
2. Mash with potato masher. Do not mash completely! Leave a few good chunks of potato.
3. Add milk, salt, pepper. Stir together.
4. Serve with crumbled bacon pieces, cheese, sour cream, & chives. And crackers or cornbread.
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Happy Birthday Jesus Cake

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, December 22, 2009, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

I think when you do this with a child , it will finally resonate in their minds what Christmas is all about. When children sing "Happy Birthday", they know it's for someone's birthday. And this is for Christ's birthday! I hope this will be a tradition in your home every Christmas.

Happy Birthday Jesus Cake

chocolate cake mix
white cake mix(opt)
red and green food coloring
white icing
an angel
7 stars
12 candles
round cake pans
baggies

1. Bake chocolate cakes (will make 2 round pans) and freeze one for...
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Granddaddy Jim's Turkey and Rice Soup

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, December 15, 2009, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

This is a recipe from a friend, Ami McVay. This was the first time I had made her recipe and I messed up from the start. The night I made the turkey I was supposed to cover with water and sit in fridge all night. I left those orders to my hubby as I ran out to a cookie swap. The next day I realized that didn't happen. SO, I had to make due at the last minute. Although I did not follow her recipe exactly I would suggest that you do. It is so much better her way! I didn't have the turkey stock ...
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Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Cookies

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, December 8, 2009, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

This has to be the easiest cookie recipe ever. And it doesn't really call for chocolate chips, but everything is better with chocolate.

Start with this- Spice cake mix and canned pumpkin.

This

Plus this...

Equals this! YUM!

Pouring a half a bag of chocolate chips is easier. I had to chop chocolate because my chocolate chips were mysteriously missing. HMM?

Scoop a half of a large tablespoon or small teaspoon size, scrapping it on the cookie sheet with another spoon.

You can put them close together b...

Salt Dough Ornaments with pictures!

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, December 1, 2009, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

This is not so "Yummy", but it's fun! Everyday after Thanksgiving until Christmas the kids and I do something extra special for Christmas. Yesterday we made salt dough ornaments. We made this basic recipe but I will do it again later this month, doubling the recipe.
Tomorrow I will post my tip about what we do everyday to get ready for Christmas.

Salt Dough Ornaments

1 Cup salt
1 Cup flour
1/2 cup hot water
toothpick or skewer

1. Mix together and form ball.
2. Roll out on floured surface.
3. Use...
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Oreo Truffles

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, November 24, 2009, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Oh, how I wish that I had pictures for this one. This is a holiday recipe I make every year. So, hopefully when I make this I will post the pictures on the desserts recipe page. But for now, you can check out what else I have there.

These are so easy, even your smallest of children can help!

Oreo Truffles
1 bag of Oreo cookies(I like the Chocolate cream in the middle)
1 8 oz block of cream cheese- ROOM TEMP!!
1 block parrafin wax (canning aisle, near the jell-o also)
1 package chocolate chips

1. Cr...
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Deer or Elk Steak, the Montana way

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, November 17, 2009, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

I was really hoping to have my oven working by now. Maybe tomorrow. My plan was to take pictures of the recipe process; ingredients, step by step instructions,etc... I make no promises, but maybe next week. Today is Homemade Bread Making Day. I wanted to show you how I make a very simple banana bread. It's an old fashioned recipe with nothing fancy. Since I can't do it maybe you can! Send in your favorite bread recipe and I will post it here and on my recipe page with your name!!
Now, to the r...
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Marlboro Man's Favorite Sandwich.

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, October 27, 2009, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Okay, I'm cheating this week. I'm not giving you a recipe of my own. When I made this I knew I had to share this! YUM! My hubby is a man eater. No, that didn't sound right. He eats like a man, and I don't say that lightly. My favorite story about his eating is one of our after Christmas season McDonalds trips. He ordered a Big Mac super size meal. Then he went back for a cheeseburger, then for an order of chicken nuggets, then for 2 apple pies, then for a hot fudge sundae, then he wanted mo...
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Easiest Pumpkin Bread/Muffins/Cookies Ever!

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, October 20, 2009, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

1 can pumpkin
1 box spice cake mix

1. Mix ingredients together. Thats it!
2. Bake 375 degrees for 30 minutes(for a loaf- or when a knife poke comes out clean)/ 10-14 minutes for muffins or cookies.
3. You can make a loaf pan bread, cookies, or even muffins.
* To add extra flavor drizzle or top with cream cheese frosting, or add raisins or nuts. But the 2 ingredients is enough for me!

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Pork Chops in Mushroom Gravy

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, October 13, 2009, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Great crockpot recipe!

~pork chops
~mushroom soup(2) **addtional mushrooms,optional

1. sear pork chops a little on each side, in pan.
2. put pork chops in crockpot, pour mushroom soups over chops.
3. add additional mushrooms if desired.
4. cook on low 6 hours.
*serve with mashed potatoes or rice, vegetables, salad and bread

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Sweet Potato Fries

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, September 29, 2009, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

I purchased a large bag (5 gallon bucket size) of sweet potatoes from a local farmer. Now, what to do with all of those potatoes!! The usual ~baked topped with butter, cinnamon and sugar, sweet potato casserole, and mashed sweet potatoes (seasoned with butter, cinnamon and sugar).

Sweet Potato Fries
~ Sweet potatoes
~ olive oil
~ butter,melted/ amount depends on how many sweet potatoes you have
~ cinnamon
~ sugar
~ salt and pepper
~ seasoning salt(opt)
1. Wash sweet potatoes
2. Cut potatoes into wedges...
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Polish Soup

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, September 22, 2009, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Polish Soup
~1 soup bone (found at a butcher or use 4 beef bouillion cubes)
~2 cans diced tomatoes(you can use whole or fresh,diced)
~1 bunch of celery, all of it chopped, remove the end- keep the leaves.
~Pickling Spice
~water
~1 tsp salt
~Dumplings, egg noodles, or rice
1. In a very large stock pot, fill with water and soup bone. Simmer 1 hour.
2. Remove soup bone, add tomatoes and celery.
3 Put pickling spice in a metal tea diffuser, or a cheesecloth(golf ball size amount)
4. Simmer a few hours.(ad...
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Tummy Yummy recipe Sept 15

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, September 15, 2009, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Homemade Bread Crumbs

1. Lay out bread that is stale or will be stale before it molds.
2. Lay on cookie sheets and bake in oven/ 350 degrees, 5-10 mins, until toasty.
3. Put in food processor or blender, blend until they are very tiny crumbs.
4. Put in tupperware container. You can add spices if you like seasoned bread crumbs. i always put Italian seasoning in mine.
5. Put container in freezer to keep.

Use In:
~ meatloaf, in place of crackers
~ to bread chicken
~ to bread pork chops
~ in meatball mi...
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Tummy Yummy Recipe

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, September 8, 2009, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Easiest Homemade Salsa
~5 large tomatoes, diced or 2 cans diced toms
~2 tablespoons diced jalapenos(fresh or jarred)

1. in a food processor or blender, mix tomatoes and jalapenos.
2. Add more of each for your desired taste preference.

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Tummy Yummy Recipe Sept. 1

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, September 1, 2009, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Tummy Yummy Recipe

If you are looking for a quick and very simple, yet very tummy yummy meal this is the one! We have a pizza dish almost every Friday. This is one I came up with just so we can have something different. It was an instant hit! Here are a few ideas.

French Bread Pizza
~ 1 garlic and herb french loaf
~ spaghetti sauce or pizza sauce or tomato sauce with italian seasoning mixed in
~ mozzarella cheese
~ desired toppings: pepperoni, veggies, mushrooms, bacon, ham, pineapple,etc...

1. Sp...
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Tummy Yummy Recipe Aug 25

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, August 25, 2009, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

I want to share two summer time treats before summer ends. These recipes are the ones I remember when I was young. It may bring you back to the fun days of summer of your childhood!

Fudge Popsicles

3 Tbsp Flour
3 Tbsp cocoa
4 c Milk
popsicle mold

1. In a sauce pan, combine sugar, flour, and cocoa.
2. Stir in milk slowly, until smooth.
3. Bring to a boil. Boil fro at least 2 minutes.
4. Let cool down, and pour into molds.
5. Freeze up to 3 months. ENJOY!

Orange Creamsicle Cake
1 yellow or white cake mix,...

Scalloped Corn Aug. 18

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, August 18, 2009, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Oh, taste and see that the LORD is good, blessed is the man who trusts in him!
Psalm 34:8

Scalloped Corn

2 cans whole kernel corn
2 cans creamed corn
1 sleeve saltine crackers crushed / 1/2 sleeve crackers, crushed
1 small carton of heavy whipping cream
1 stick of butter, cut into squares

1. Mix corns, 1 sleeve of crushed crackers, whipping cream , and 1 stick butter(squares). The mixture will be soupy. Put in greased,round casserole dish.
2. Bake 375 degrees/ 1 hour.
3. 10 minutes before taking ou...
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Tummy Yummy Recipe Aug 11

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, August 11, 2009, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

   Oh, taste and see that
     the LORD is good;
   Blessed is the man
   who trusts in Him!
       Psalm 34:8

Chocolate Gravy
1 c sugar
2 TBSP cocoa
2 heaping tablespoons of cornstarch

~ Mix above in a saucepan. Add 1/2 c warm water to dissolve. Then add about 4 c of milk.
~ Stir constantly on medium or med/high.
~ Will be thick like gravy
* Serve on biscuits

This is a southern favorite. You have to try this!
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Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week Aug 2-8

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, August 3, 2009, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

HOT FUDGE CAKE

2 cups flour                                  Sift flour with sugar, combine oleo-shortning-cocoa-and
2 cups sugar                                water in a sauce pan. Bring to a boil for 1 min. and pour
1 stick oleo                                  over dry, ingredients. Stir well and add buttermilk, eggs,
1/2 cup crisco                             cinnamon,soda and vanilla. Mix real well. Pour into a
4 tablespoons cocoa                     greased pan or cupcake pan. Bake at 35...

Tummy Yummy Tuesday July 28

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, July 27, 2009, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

I will be traveling tomorrow, Tuesday, so I will post this recipe early. And it's good thing because this is a very tummy yummy recipe!! It is frugal but not healthy. This is my very own recipe that I made on accident. When making a flour mixture for fried veggies, you mix flour and cornmeal. Well, my kitchen is very dark and I am going blind in one eye and I thought I was mixing flour and cornmeal. When everyone started trying our yummy fried veggies (from the garden) they said, "These are...
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Easy Berry Buckle

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, July 21, 2009, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Mix:
1/4c butter, softened
3/4c sugar
2 eggs
1/2 c milk
1 tsp vanilla
Mix:
2 C flour
1 tsp baking powder
~ Then add to batter.
~ Fold in in 2 C berries/ Blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, strawberries
~ Pour batter into grease or foil lined loaf pan, or Muffin tin
Topping:
1/3 c sugar
1/2 c flour
1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 c butter, room temp
~Sprinkle over loaf or muffins
~Bake at 350 degrees for 20 mins.( check with knife)
~ Cool 10 minutes before serving

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About Me

Holly Nelson

Arlington

"Let it be the hidden person of the heart, with the incorruptible beauty of a quiet and gentle sprirt, which is precious in the sight of God." 1 Peter 3:4 - "An excellent wife,who can find? Her worth is far above jewels." Proverbs 31:10 ~~ I am a stay-at-home-mom(SAHM) married to the love of my life, Jeff Nelson. We have six wonderful boys. Ryan(13), Seth(11), Ian(8), Noah(5), Luke(4), and Jack (born April 2010). We live in Tennessee on 4 acres. I grew up the first few years of my life on a dairy farm in Missouri and loved country living. I was saved at a young age by the grace of God and shed blood of Jesus during that time of simple country living. That part of my life is very dear to me. God taught me many things as a baby Christian that I can still think about today. Then we moved to Memphis when I was in the 5th grade. I learned to love the city life, too. It was a completely different way of life. My whole family still lives in Missouri, still does a little farming and simple country living. When Jeff, the kids, and I moved from the city to the country, I incorporated my city life with my country background. My mom laughs at me when I cut my grass on my John Deere tractor while drinking my Starbucks Mocha and wearing my fancy sunglasses. And when I am shampooing my carpet in my high-heeled black boots. I just love those boots! But I would love to share about how I got to be the way I am today, The Victoriously Organized Woman! I used to work as a supervisor at bank for years. I had to dress up everyday. After the birth of our second child we decide I should be a SAHM. One of the best decision I've ever made. But I made a bad decision, too. I hardly ever dressed up anymore. I hardly ever wore make-up. After about a year I looked in the mirror and said, "OH MY! Jeff has to come home to this!?!" He is so wonderful he said he liked me that way, "natural". Well , I realized that I didn't. It made me feel bad about myself. I felt disorganized, tired and stressed and a little "rough" looking. I felt I just couldn't get it all done. At this time I was diagnosed with Meniere's Disease. I wasn't able to do certains things. Like mop the floor of my completely hardwood floor home that I was obsessed about keeping clean. The doctor told me I couldn't have salt, caffeine, or stress! "What?! Are you kidding!?" So , then I decided to change my routine,thought pattern, and cooking. I began to get up early, shower and dress, put on make up. Always being ready to leave whenever I needed to. I established routines that helped me eliminate extra cleaning and stresses. I was able to make more time for myself and make more time for my family. And the family had more time for each other. I made more time for God and others. This made me feel better about myself. I am so happy about how this changed my life I want to share it with everyone.

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Cashew Chicken

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, January 31, 2012, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Strawberry Lemonade Cupcakes

Posted by Holly Nelson on Saturday, August 13, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Baked Chocolate Chip French Toast

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, July 26, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

My Daily Schedule~ Summer

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, July 15, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

My Daily Schedule

This is not exact , but this is what my normal day looks like. *Revised for 2011*

MOMS SCHEDULE:Summer schedule*

*The schedule is basically the same for school days, but morning routines are an hour earlier and earlier dinner and bedtime*

6:00 - wake, contacts, shower, dress

6:20- bible reading, devotional, coffee/tea

7:00/8- make breakfast~ Read Psalm and a Proverbs while kids eat

7:30- treadmill (right now I'm doing Couch to 5k iPhone app)

8:00- Table chores/Prep for dinner/ crock...

Southwestern Couscous Salad

Posted by Holly Nelson on Wednesday, July 13, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, June 21, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Pour cake batter into cones. Set in a muffin pan. bake 15 minutes.

This is how cute it looks when it's done!

I cheated and used this to make icing the cupcakes quick, easy and still cute.

YUM! B...
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Coconut Shrimp

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, June 14, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Salmon with Sweet & Tangy Pineapple Chutney

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, May 20, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Pork Chops with Gingered-Orange Dipping Sauce

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, May 17, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Pork Chops with Gingered-Orange Dipping Sauce:

~ thin strips of pork chops

~ soy sauce

~ evoo

~ jerk seasoning

~ garlic

1. Add all ingredients in a large ziploc bag. Marinade for 4 hours or overnight.

2. Thread strips on a bamboo skewer. Grill 10 minutes. Or Broil 8 minutes in oven.

Dipping Sauce:(for crowd)

~ 1/3 or 1/2 stick melted butter

~ 1 tbsp ginger

~ 1 tbsp garlic

~ 1 whole lime of lime juice or 1/2 plastic container of lime juice

~ 1 jar orange marmalade

1. Combine all ingredients in a sauce pa...

"Clean " Berry Cheescake

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, May 13, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

I have added a new page ~ Grilling

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, May 3, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Inspired by Family Fun's article Foil Feast, I added a new section to my recipe page. There is also a link on my Clean -
Eating page. Here are a lot of recipes in one:

Grilling

Foil Packet Feasts:

Choose your Protein:

1. Chicken 2. Salmon 3. Talapia 4. Shrimp 5. Hamburger* 6. Turkey Burger 7. Tofu 8. Sausages/Brats/Kielbasa 9. Pork 10. Steak

*my favorite burger seasoning~ dales seasoning, cavender's seasoning, minced garlic, and pepper

Choose your Sides:*Beans, ...

Carrot Soup

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, April 5, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Gather ingredients: carrots, onion, sweet potato, garlic, coconut butter, chicken stock, orange juice

Heat 1/2 cup coconut butter in large stock pot.

Peel and chop 1 bag of carrots and 1 sweet potato. Add onion to pot and sautee then add carrots and sweet potato. Stir and heat until starting to get tender.

Add 2 boxes of chicken stock and 1 Cup orange juice, and 1 tsp ginger

Heat to boiling. Reduce and simmer for 1 hour.

Once tender, pour into a blender and puree until smooth. Pour into bowls an...
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Asian Salmon Sandwiches

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, April 5, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Gather ingredients: lime juice, canned salmon, ginger, soy sauce, chopped celery.

Mix salmon, celery, 1 tsp ginger, 2 TBSP soy sauce.

It should look like a salmon salad

Caribbean Chicken

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, April 5, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Gather: chicken breast, lime, orange, garlic, ginger, nutmeg, cinnamon, mace, hot sauce, agave nectar, molasses, coconut butter, salt and pepper

Marinade chicken for a four hours or overnight in: juice and zest from lime and orange, 1 tsp agave nectar, 1 tsp molasses, nutmeg, ginger, garlic, cinnamon, mace, and hot sauce.(Save the marinade!)

Heat 2 TBSP coconut butter.

Add chicken and brown slowly on each side.

Pour reserved marinade over chicken. Cover and cook for 30 minutes, or grill.

I served...
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Moroccan Chicken and Lentils

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, April 5, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Gather: lentils evoo, red wine vinegar, cumin, chili powder, onion, garlic, cinnamon, cilantro, chicken breast

Cook lentils and directed on package. Mix 1/4 evoo, 1/4 red wine vinegar, 2 TBSP cumin, garlic, and chili powder, 1tspn salt. Pour over lentil and set to the side.

Ser...
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Sweet Potato Beef Stew

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, April 5, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Gather 2 sweet potato, onion, large can of crushed or pureed tomatoes, lean stew meat, chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper.

Peel and chop sweet potato and onion.

Brown meat in evoo in large pot, Then remove.

Heat onion and garlic until tender. Then add chili powder and cumin.

Add sweet potatoes, meat, and tomatoes.Simmer for 1 hour. Sweet potatoes should be tender.

Serve with flax crackers or Ezechiel bread.

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Mexican Rice and Beans

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, April 5, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Gather ingredients: evoo, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, chili powder, onion, garlic, cooked BROWN rice, pinto beans(cooked), chicken broth, tomato paste, salt, pepper(opt)

Heat cumin, coriander, chili powder, and cinnamon in dutch oven or large pot until fragrant. Add chopped onion and garlic and heat a little more.

Add rice, beans, stock, tomato paste, salty, and peppers.

Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.

Serve Hot! with a salad and Ezechiel bread. Enjoy!

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Baked Penne

Posted by Holly Nelson on Wednesday, March 9, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Gather ingredients: chicken broth, penne or ziti pasta, crushed tomatoes, carrots, basil, ground turkey, evoo, garlic, onion(not pictured)

Peel, slice, and chop carrots

Chop carrots, finely

Drizzle evoo in a skillet and add carrots, onion( oops! I forgot to add to the first picture!), and garlic. Sautee for a few minutes then add the ground turkey.

Finely chop fresh basil leaves. They are so much more fragrant and flavorful than dried!

Cook until meat is browned and veggies are soft

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Mango Chicken Salad Wraps

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, March 1, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Mango Chicken Salad Wraps:

Chop (soft)mango and sweet red bell pepper. Gather alfalfa sprouts and spinach leaves.

Bake chicken with Jerk Chicken Seasoning. I didn't have that so I used Penzey's Northwoods seasoning.

When chicken is done chop and add to bowl with other ingredients

Mix about a cup of PLAIN yogurt, lime juice and lime zest.

Add to the chicken mixture and stir

I like to use the Multi-Grain with Flax wraps. Super healthy and yummy.

I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!

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Honey Almond Cookies

Posted by Holly Nelson on Wednesday, February 23, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Soy-Braised Pork Tenderloin with Slaw

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, February 22, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Red Velvet Peppermint Cupcakes

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, January 18, 2011, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

BBQ Turkey Nachos!

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, November 30, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Steamed Carrots~ Baby Food

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, October 12, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

I steamed my carrots in my microwave steamer because my electric steamer broke. I feel like the microwave takes nutrients out of the food, so I try not to do that often...
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Apple Pear Buckle in Pictures

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, October 5, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Apple Pear Buckle

1-2 can apple pie filling*

1-2 can pears in light syrup*

1 box yellow cake mix

1 stick of unsalted butter

1 packet Maple and Brown Sugar instant oats

Cinnamon

cooking spray

8 paper towels

Pear & Cherry Buckle/Apple Pear Buckle

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, October 5, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Pear and Cherry Buckle (for the slow cooker)(reader recipe!)

1 can cherry pie filling

1 can pears in light syrup

1 box yellow cake mix

1 stick of unsalted butter

1/4 cup Almond slices

1 packet Maple and Brown Sugar instant oats

1 tsp Almond extract

cooking spray

8 paper towels

Mushroom Burgers

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, September 21, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Perfectly Perfect Peas~ Baby Food

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, September 14, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

This is an original recipe by Norah O'Donnell. She has a recipe book for babies and toddlers called Baby Love.

*Click on the book name to go to Amazon to see the book.

My Mom's Goulash

Posted by Holly Nelson on Saturday, September 4, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Easy Chicken Enchiladas

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, August 31, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Pasta Salad

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, July 13, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Fried Okra & Sweet Fried Okra/Green Tomatoes

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, July 6, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Easiest Shepherds Pie

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, June 15, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Grilled Pineapple and Shrimp

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, June 1, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Pina` Colada Pie

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, May 18, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Can you tell I shopped at Walmart? And thank you to my
sis-in-law for stopping at Kroger to get me the crushed pineapple.

Mix all of it together...I could just eat it like that. YUM!!

Again, I could eat it like this, without freezing! And I kind of...
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Mexican Chicken Ring~ Cinco De Mayo!!

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, May 4, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Tomorrow is Cinco De Mayo! I always like to be festive and celebrate all kinds of holidays, even wacky holidays.

*Check out my childrens page for the wacky holiday list.

My Very Simple Lasagna

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, April 13, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Crunchy Slaw/Strawberries & Cream(with pictures)

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, April 6, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Resurrection Cookies

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, March 23, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Coconut Lime Salmon with Coconut Rice~ 2 for 1

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, March 9, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Mexican Beef Taco Ring

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, February 23, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Homemade Laundry Essentials

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, February 16, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Chocolate Pancakes

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, February 9, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Bacon-n-Cheese Chicken Sandwiches

Posted by Holly Nelson on Wednesday, February 3, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Tex-Mex Soup

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, January 26, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

You can use canned ingredients or use frozen or homemade canned from your garden. As you can see in my diverse selection, I do not favor just one store or brand. I treat all of them equal~

Then added all the canned ingredients...

French Onion Round Steak

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, January 19, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

package of round steaks(I actually made 2 huge packages, layered)

1/2 C (plus more)Lea & Perrins worcesterhire

butter

onion, sliced

1 Tbsp garlic

french onion soup mix

2C water

salt and pepper

Janie's Brussel Sprouts

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, January 12, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Mexican Chicken Ring

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, January 5, 2010, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Baked Potato Soup

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, December 29, 2009, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Happy Birthday Jesus Cake

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, December 22, 2009, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Granddaddy Jim's Turkey and Rice Soup

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, December 15, 2009, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Cookies

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, December 8, 2009, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

This has to be the easiest cookie recipe ever. And it doesn't really call for chocolate chips, but everything is better with chocolate.

Start with this- Spice cake mix and canned pumpkin.

This

Plus this...

Equals this! YUM!

Pouring a half a bag of chocolate chips is easier. I had to chop chocolate because my chocolate chips were mysteriously missing. HMM?

Scoop a half of a large tablespoon or small teaspoon size, scrapping it on the cookie sheet with another spoon.

You can put them close together b...

Salt Dough Ornaments with pictures!

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, December 1, 2009, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Salt Dough Ornaments

1 Cup salt
1 Cup flour
1/2 cup hot water
toothpick or skewer

1. Mix together and form ball.
2. Roll out on floured surface.
3. Use...
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Tummy Yummy Tuesday July 28

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, July 27, 2009, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

Easy Berry Buckle

Posted by Holly Nelson on Tuesday, July 21, 2009, In : Tummy Yummy Recipe of the Week

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