Polish Kraut and Apples

from Fix It and Forget It® Diabetic Cookbook by Phyllis Pellman Good I always mark the date I first make a recipe in the margin of the book. Along with the date was a suggestion from the diners assembled: next time make it with more sausage! The original recipe in the book calls for 1… Continue reading Polish Kraut and Apples

Swiss Steak

The recipe is my variation from Fix-It and Forget-It Diabetic Cookbook, page 13. The only difference, really, was to increase the amount of meat in the dish, and using top round London broil rather than round steak, which is from the bottom round . The ideal slow-cooker size: 6 quart. 3 – 4 tablespoons flour1… Continue reading Swiss Steak

Apple Crisp (The Vegetarian Epicure)

When we were dating, I and my little-did-I-know future spouse would often see a movie. One evening, we were feeling a bit peckish afterward and stopped at a Roy Rogers fast-food restaurant. We both ordered “Apple Cheese Crisp”, and for both of us it was like, “Where have you been all my life, Apple Cheese… Continue reading Apple Crisp (The Vegetarian Epicure)

Salmon with Citrus Sauce

4 salmon fillets (approximately 1 ½ pounds)2 teaspoons plus 2 tablespoons butter¼ cup chopped shallots1 cup chicken broth2 tablespoons orange juice1 – 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon firmly-packed brown sugar1 tablespoon cornstarch½ cup toasted, sliced almonds Preheat oven to 350°. Soften 2 teaspoons butter. In a 13" x 9" x 2" pan arrange fish. Season… Continue reading Salmon with Citrus Sauce

Chili-Rubbed Salmon Steaks

Also see Molasses-Glazed Halibut with Grilled Pineapple and Basa française, other recipes found in ShopRite in 2004. “Don’t limit grilling to just burgers and hot dogs. This flavorful salmon dish is quick and easy to prepare on the grill, too. Easy Recipe:1 tablespoon olive oil4 salmon steaks, 4 ounces each1 ½ teaspoons chili powder1 teaspoon… Continue reading Chili-Rubbed Salmon Steaks

Brown-Sugar-Glazed Salmon

4 salmon fillets, 2" inches wide (approximately 1 ½ pounds)¼ cup dark brown sugar, packed2 teaspoons butter2 teaspoons Dijon mustard½ teaspoon salt½ teaspoon ground black pepper 8 ounces snow peas, steamed2 cups hot, cooked brown rice Heat oven to 325°. Line a baking sheet with non-stick aluminum foil. Place salmon in pan. Stir together sugar,… Continue reading Brown-Sugar-Glazed Salmon

Chipotle-Mango Pulled Pork

3 pounds boneless, skinless pork shoulder½ teaspoon salt½ teaspoon black pepper¼ cup tomato paste¼ cup brown sugar2 cups low-sodium chicken broth2 sweet onions, thinly sliced3 cloves garlic, minced2 chipotle peppers in adobo, seeded and chopped1 tablespoon adobo sauce2 mangoes, diced, or 2 cups frozen mango chunks, thawed¼ cup cilantro, chopped Cooked grits, or polenta Season… Continue reading Chipotle-Mango Pulled Pork

Asian Barbecued Pork

3 pounds boneless, skinless pork shoulder¼ teaspoon salt½ teaspoon black pepper¼ cup tomato paste¼ cup brown sugar2 cups low-sodium chicken broth2 sweet onions, thinly sliced3 cloves garlic, minced¼ cup hoisin sauce1 tablespoon honeya 2-inch piece ginger, peeled and grated1 teaspoon sesame oil1 teaspoon five-spice powder beef ramen, poached egg, scallion Season pork with half the… Continue reading Asian Barbecued Pork

Brisket – Smoky

This is one of the quintet of brisket recipes that you can make out of a basic recipe. They are: Home-Style StewTexas Chili;Italian Ragu;Five-Spice Style. 1 beef brisket, approximately 3 pounds1 tablespoon smoked paprika1 teaspoon salt½ teaspoon ground black pepper1 large onion, chopped4 cloves garlic, chopped1 can (14.5 ounces) stewed tomatoes1 can (14.5 ounces) low-sodium… Continue reading Brisket – Smoky