A Great New Recipe

I tried this recipe this morning. Very yummy.

Fiesta Corn, Pepper, And Black Bean Salad

1 sweet red pepper, diced
1 sweet green pepper, diced
1 sweet yellow pepper, diced
1/2 cup diced red onion
1 15oz. can whole kernel corn, drained
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tsp. chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup olive oil
4 tblsp. red wine vinegar
1 tsp. lime juice
Salt and Pepper to taste
1 15oz. can black beans, rinsed and drained

Mix and toss well. Yield: 6-8 servings

Source: Taste of Home Brand Name Cookbook, Fall 2005

A Fabulous Stir Fry Recipe

I just tried this recipe today to add a twist to my stir frying of chicken. It is very yummy and easily adaptable. The key may be to use good butchershop chicken (if you have access).

>Spicy Stir-Fried Garlic Pepper Chicken

This deliciously sauted chicken is easy to prepare and will make an excellent snack or may be used as a filling for Tacos, Burritos, or Sandwiches.

Ingredients: (makes 6 - 8 servings)

2 pounds (900 gms) Chicken (boneless cubes)

2 tablespoons Oil (veg., olive or corn)

2 teaspoons Garlic chopped/paste

1 cup Onions Diced

3 peppers (red, yellow, green, and/or orange)

2 teaspoons Lemon/Lime juice

2 teaspoons Spice 'N Flavor Garam Masala

1 Tbsp. Coriander (cilantro) leaves chopped, Salt to taste

Method:

1.Marinate the chicken with lemon juice,

salt and SPICE 'N FLAVOR Garam Masala and set aside for 30 mins.

2. Heat the oil in a large non-stick frying pan,

add the chicken, garlic and stir-fry on medium fire for 10 mins.

3. Add the onions, bell pepper, 3 tablespoons of water and stir-fry for 5 mins.

or until the chicken become brownish and dry.

4. Turn off the heat and garnish with the coriander (cilantro) leaves.

Chef's Tip s:

* Add a variety of bell peppers (green, yellow and red) for a colorful dish.

* Add chopped spring onions and celery in step 3 for added flavor.

* You may use the above recipe for stir-frying Chicken Liver, Turkey, Veal, or vegetables

(Potatoes, Broccoli, Carrots, Cauliflower or Tofu).

* To use as a spice rub mix 1 teaspoon of Spice 'N Flavor Garam Masala with 1/2 teaspoon of salt.

Serve hot as an appetizer or with rice (boiled or pilaf), Indian breads, pita bread, Tacos, Burritos or any other bread.

Great Broccoli Casserole Recipe

Are you tired of the traditional green bean salad or the california blend veggies at holiday dinners? Try this recipe next time.

Yummy Broccoli Casserole
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup (don't dilute)
1 med. onion, chopped
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded swiss cheese
1/2 cup real mayonnaise
2 tablespoons melted butter
1 16oz. pkg. broccoli florets, thawed
1 10 oz. pkg. chopped broccoli, thawed
1/4 cup dry bread crumbs
1-2 tablespoons parmesan cheese

In a large bowl, mix eggs, soup, onion, cheese, mayo, and butter. Fold in broccoli. Spoon into a greased casserole dish. Mix parmesan cheese with bread crumbs. Sprinkle on top. Cover and bake at 400 degrees for about 35-40 minutes. Be sure casserole is heated all the way through.

Makes about 8 servings.