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dkMommy Beans Recipe

I rarely follow a recipe when I cook.  I don’t know why, maybe it’s to keep me on my toes.  If I’m making something for the first time, I follow the instructions closely; but when it’s my own thing, I throw stuff in a pot until something edible comes out.  That’s actually where a lot [...]

How to Dry Apples & Make Your Own Apple Tea

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Fresh apples are starting to appear at the supermarkets and in roadside stands as fall begins to peek its head around the corner.  This is the time to get some really great apples, much better than any other time of year.  If you’re fortunate enough to snag some [...]

Raw Soup Recipe

 

I published this recipe back in March, but it bears repeating.  Especially now, since I’m not around to write stuff.
You read right - this is a raw soup recipe. Bigger surprise? It’s good–100% edible, I promise! I’m giving you the soup base and then a few ideas of what you can add to it. The [...]

Moroccan-Style Stuffed Acorn Squash

 
This recipe was first published on an old cooking blog of mine, and I moved it here in March of ‘07.  Delicious!  Wish I was hiatus-ing in Morocco..,  I hear the shopping is great.
My goal for dkMommy Spot’s recipe section is to provide healthy, easy recipes for you. On occasion, we all want something a little more [...]

Hummus Recipe

 
Originally published in April of ‘07, this hummus recipe is a dkMommy Family favorite.  We may be eating it right now…but then, I’m hiatus-ing, so you never know.
Here’s a long-promised addition to the recipe section. It’s for a rather large batch of hummus. We go through a lot around here, so I’ve been tinkering with the [...]

Not-So-Basic Vegetable Soup Recipe

While I’m away, why don’t you help yourself to a bowl of soup? Originally published in March of ‘07.
Here’s a great way to make a vegetable soup that is anything but boring! Try and use all the organic and fresh vegetables you can. It’ll really make a difference!
2 medium potatoes, cubed
1 large onion, chopped
2 carrots, [...]

How to Use Chicory as a Coffee Substitute

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It’s simple to make your own coffee substitute with chicory.  Chicory is caffeine-free and has a multitude of health benefits.  If you’re harvesting and roasting your own, check my post on How to Harvest and Use Chicory.  Once you have your chicory roasted and ground, it’s very simple!
Use [...]

Cheesy Cauliflower ‘n Corn Mash Recipe

Jenn sends us this recipe for the Gimme Recipes! Contest.  Sounds like a quick side dish, and that cauliflower is a great disease-fighting food!  Good ole cruciferous veggies…

Cheesy Cauliflower ‘n Corn Mash
 
water, for boiling
1 head cauliflower, cut in florets
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp. salt
fresh cracked pepper, to taste
 
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Corn Chowder Recipe

And here’s Jennifer’s recipe for Corn Chowder.  A great entry for the Gimme Recipes! Contest.
1 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup diced celery
1/4 cup diced onion
1/4 cup diced green pepper
2 cups fresh corn
1 cup peeled, diced, red potatoes
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 cup water
1/4 teaspoon salt
Black pepper to taste
1/4 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons flour
2 cups low-fat (1%) [...]

Fiesta Salad Recipe

Recipes without exact measurements?  Holly’s my kind of cook!  Here’s her submission for the Gimme Recipes! Contest.
I don’t use exact measurements, but this sure tastes good!
 
lettuce (any variety)
corn kernels
black beans (rinsed, drained)
chopped chicken (optional)
salsa
shredded cheese
ranch dressing
tortilla chips, crumbled (i make my own)

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