Italian Zucchini Pie

I came across this recipe as I was browsing the web.  I altered it a bit to our liking and I believe you will find it to be a very easy recipe to follow.  I posted it (as is) but added a bit of sharp cheddar cheese to the cheese mix as well and used Italian seasoning along with garlic and the the herbs the recipe called for to season the zucchini.  I used basic store crescent rolls and not the rolls it called for and it turned out fine.

I also took a screen shot of the recipe instead of my usual typing it.  It's summer and I do take some short cuts if I can.  If you have any questions send me a note via the blog or page.  I am here to help if needed.

Finding recipes for zucchini are not difficult but finding ones with flavor as well as ease in preparation don't always come hand in hand. This recipe appealed to me immediately and it didn't disappoint. I like to be able to taste cheese in my recipes that call for cheese so I'm not inclined to use Mozzarella unless it says it's a must.

Seasoning well and not overcooking zucchini is the way to go.  I made sure I only sauteed it for a few minutes before adding it to the cheese/egg mixture.  Be liberal with your seasonings and onions too!  Enjoy!

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adapted to my liking.

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Creamy Lime Tarts for an easy dessert!

If you are looking for a dessert that is easy and that will add something different to your dessert list these mini tarts are not only easy but delicious.  I filled these with Lime Curd which you can easily find at your grocery store where the pie fillings are.  I have also used Lemon too! I am sure any pie filling would be a nice addition.  After filling, top with either cool whip or whipping cream and garnish with some fresh fruit and  you'll have not only a dessert that is impressive but also delicious!

A quick and easy dessert to serve with coffee or tea, these tarts are a nice touch for your after dinner treat.

Enjoy!  Merry Christmas!!

 

M.J.

These tarts are super easy and all you need is:

  1 jar Lime or Lemon Curd

 1- 8 oz. Cool Whip 

 1-Pillbury Pie Crust

Garnish with extra cool whip or Reddi Whip and fruit

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Using a On the Rocks Glass press deeply into softened pie crust

Form circle of dough over muffin tin (turn tin upside down)(no greasing necessary)

Poke with fork all over dough to make sure it does not shrink.  Bake 400 degrees approx. 10 minutes. Cool and remove

You can add some sliced Kiwi, strawberries, blueberries to add some color for a garnish.

 Mix well approx. 1/2 bottle lime curd with 8 oz. Cool Whip

10/1/12

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No fuss Salad and Dip for an easy Saturday night!

Great appetizer and salad you may want to make for a party or lunch.  Enjoy! 


It's a lazy Saturday and I just came home from going to the warehouse grocery store. I find that purchasing sugar, flour, cream cheese and butter in large packages save money and time since I do a lot of baking and cooking and doing some price comparison it seems theirs was a good value.

I made a combo lunch and dinner today.  Starting with an spinach artichoke dip and then making a very refreshing Strawberry/Apple combination salad.  Both hit the spot!  It' warm here in PA and other than firing up the grill I thought this would be easy today.

Using iceberg lettuce, red onion and fresh granny smith apples and strawberries made this light and refreshing and to add some protein I cut up some store bought rotisserie chicken..Yummy!

Romaine lettuce, Green apples sliced thin, fresh strawberries sliced and Rotisserie chicken. Toss with a light dressing of your choice.  Strawberry Vinaigrette would be my choice.

From my kitchen to yours,

11/10/12

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Cheesy Seasoned Polenta with Chicken, onions and fresh tomatoes

 2012 was a good year for adventuring into different food tastes. Try this one. We loved it.  Of course we like polenta....haha We're Italian.  Enjoy!



I've made this recipe before using grits but today I wanted to try it with polenta. I find the texture to be similar. My hubby ate double helpings and it was a healthy heart meal with lots of great flavor!


Note:  To make this meal quick and easy you can buy polenta in the refrigerated section of grocery store and slice and top it with the below ingredients.  Adding the cheese to it  adds wonderful flavor.

You can make this recipe using Quick Cooking Grits or Polenta (corn meal).



Cook Polenta or Grits according to directions.
Add 1/4 cup Italian Grating Cheese
pinch salt
pinch pepper
Set aside covered

In a separate pan saute 4 sliced or chopped Roma tomatoes
1 large onion sliced
1 clove minced garlic
3 T olive oil
salt and pepper
Place in bowl covered

This also makes a wonderful side dish

In a separate pan saute 2 or more boneless chicken breasts in a slight amount of oil (use cooking spray if desired)

Place polenta/grits on serving platter. Top with tomato/ onions and place chicken on side.  Serve warm.


From my kitchen to yours,

10/19/12