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Grits

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Grits

Grits

Ingredients

  • 4 cups water
  • 1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt (or to taste)
  • 1 cup grits
  • Butter to taste (optional)

Instructions

    1: Add the water and salt to a saucepan. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat.
    2: Turn the heat to low. Slowly stir or whisk in the grits. Whisk to eliminate any lumps.
    3: Reduce the heat to low. Cover the saucepan. Cook, until thickened, stirring occasionally (15 - 20 minutes).
    4: Remove from the heat. Stir in butter if desired.

Notes

For thicker grits decrease the water. For thinner grits increase the water.


Grits are made from dried ground hominy (a form of corn).

© Karen Breyer

Try this creamy, delicious Grits recipe for breakfast! Grits are easy to make and needs only a few ingredients. They are also healthy and filling. Grits are usually served for breakfast but you can enjoy them anytime! Have Grits for lunch or dinner for a super easy meal that everyone will love. Karen Breyer and her dad will show you how to make this Grits recipe. Watch this cooking video and make some tasty Grits today!

Easy, Delicious Grits!

Raisin and Almond Rice Pilaf

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Yield: 4 servings

Raisin and Almond Rice Pilaf

Raisin and Almond Rice Pilaf

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon butter (or to taste)
  • 1/3 cup almonds, sliced or slivered
  • 1 cup onion, diced small
  • 1 cup brown rice, long grain
  • 1/3 cup raisins
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 teaspoons chicken broth/seasoning, dry
  • Kosher salt (to taste)
  • Pepper, ground (to taste)

Instructions

    1: Melt butter over low heat in a saucepan. Add almonds and cook until they are golden brown. Stir frequently.
    2: Remove the almonds and place them on a paper towel to drain. Set them aside.
    3: Add the onion to the saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat until the onion is soft. Stir frequently.
    4: Add the rice and raisins. Sauté for 2 - 3 minutes, stirring almost constantly.
    5: Stir in the water and chicken seasoning.
    6: Bring to a boil. Cover the pan. Reduce the heat to low. Cook until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed (about 35 - 45 minutes). If the water is gone but the rice is not tender, add a bit more water. Cook until desired tenderness.
    7: Add salt and pepper to taste.
    8: Stir in almonds and serve.

Notes

If you use white rice, cook 20 - 25 minutes or until all the liquid is absorbed.

I use vegan chicken broth/seasoning. You can also use 2 cups of liquid chicken broth in place of the seasoning and water.

Double this recipe if desired.

© Karen Breyer

Try this delicious Raisin and Almond Rice Pilaf recipe. It is easy to make and healthy too! The toasted almonds, raisins and seasonings give a wonderful flavor to this brown rice. It can be served as a satisfying side dish or main dish.

In this cooking video Karen Breyer will show you step-by-step how to make Raisin and Almond Rice Pilaf. It has just a few ingredients and is so easy to make! Watch this cooking video and make this tasty Raisin and Almond Rice Pilaf recipe today!

Delicious Raisin and Almond Rice Pilaf!

Avocado Salad Dressing

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Yield: 8 servings

Avocado Salad Dressing

Avocado Salad Dressing

Ingredients

  • 1 large or 2 small avocados
  • 1/2 English cucumber, chopped with skin
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 4 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt, or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon dill weed
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

    1: Blend all ingredients in a blender until smooth.
    2: Refrigerate until ready to serve.
    3: Pour over green salad or hearts of romaine lettuce wedges.

Notes

You may substitute 1 medium peeled cucumber for the 1/2 unpeeled English cucumber.


Use another type of salt if you prefer.


You can adjust all the ingredients to taste.

© Karen Breyer

Try this creamy, fresh, flavorful Avocado Salad Dressing! It is delicious, healthy and easy to make! Use it as a dip, spread or salad dressing. In this cooking video Karen Breyer will show you step-by-step how to make this Avocado Salad Dressing recipe.

This creamy Avocado Salad Dressing is way more tasty and healthy than store bought dressings. Plus this yummy salad dressing makes eating more salads fun. Watch this cooking video and make this delicious Avocado Salad Dressing today!

Frozen Dark Chocolate Almond Bananas

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Frozen Dark Chocolate Almond Bananas

Frozen Dark Chocolate Almond Bananas

Ingredients

  • 1 large banana, ripe
  • 4 Popsicle sticks
  • 8 - 10 ounces chocolate, dark or bittersweet (or as needed)
  • 1 teaspoon coconut or vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup almonds, chopped, toasted or dry roasted
  • 1/8 teaspoon Kosher salt (optional)

Instructions

    1: Line a baking sheet or tray with waxed paper.
    2: Cut the banana crosswise, then again lengthwise so you have 4 long pieces.
    3: Insert a popsicle stick lengthwise into each banana piece. Then place on baking sheet.
    4: Place bananas in the freezer until they are frozen (2 - 3 hours).
    5: After the bananas are frozen, microwave the chocolate, salt and oil in a glass cup or dish until melted. Start with 1 minute and stir. If needed microwave again for 30 seconds and stir again. Repeat until melted and smooth.
    6: Dip each frozen banana into the chocolate by holding the stick. Pull out and allow the excess chocolate to drip back in cup. Then scrape any excess chocolate off. Set them back on the tray.
    7: Before the chocolate sets, sprinkle with the chopped almonds. Work quickly so the chocolate doesn't harden before you get the nuts on.
    8: Put the dipped bananas back in the freezer until the chocolate is hard. Keep in the freezer until ready to serve.

Notes

You can use dry roasted or toasted almonds.

Chop the almonds small and coarse as desired.

Make sure there are no water drops on the dish or spoon that comes in contact with the chocolate. Any water can make the chocolate lumpy and hard.

You can use chocolate chips, bars and chunks. If you use bars break them into small pieces before melting. You can also use chocolate especially made for drizzling (sometimes called chocolate melts).

© Karen Breyer

Try these amazing cool, creamy, crunchy Frozen Dark Chocolate Bananas! They are so delicious and easy to make! If you are looking for a healthy, chocolatey dessert I think you will love this one! Make as many as you want and freeze any leftovers. You will be able to enjoy these Frozen Dark Chocolate Almond Banana treats anytime! In this cooking video Karen Breyer will show you step-by-step how to make this Frozen Dark Chocolate Almond Bananas recipe. Watch this cooking video and make these Frozen Dark Chocolate Bananas today!

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