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This cake is baked in a loaf pan. In large mixing bowl, cream until fluffy: 1/2 c unsalted butter, room temperature 1 c sugar 2 eggs In separate bowl, combine: 1 1/2 c flour 1 t ground cardamom 1/2 t ground cinnamon 1/2 t ground ginger 1 t baking powder 1/4 t baking soda 1/4 t salt In small bowl, combine: 1/2 c sour cream 1/2 c lingonberry jam Mix dry ingredients and jam mix into butter mixture. Pour into loaf pan. Bake 55-60 minutes.

Line your muffin tin with cups or nonstick spray. Stir together: 1 c flour 1/2 c whole wheat flour 1 t baking powder 1/4 t baking soda 1/4 t salt Make well in the center of flour mix and add in: 1 beaten egg 1/2 c agave nectar 1/2 -1 t orange or lemon zest 1/4- 1/2 c lemon juice 1/4 c unsalted butter, melted Stir until dough is moist and fill muffin cups 3/4 full Bake at 375 degrees for 15-20 minutes I like my citrus flavors strong so I use the larger amounts of juice and zest but if you like them subtle, use the smaller amounts.

This tortilla soup is SO easy! Makes about 8-10 servings. Combine all the ingredients in a large pot or slow cooker. about 4 chicken breasts, cooked and cubed or 2 cans cooked chicken 6 c chicken broth 1 onion, chopped or 2 T dried onion 1 can kidney beans, drained 1 can pinto beans, drained 1 can black beans, drained 1/2 package frozen corn or 1 can corn 3-4 tomatoes, chopped or 1 can tomatoes, chopped 2-3 T taco seasoning (see 04-26) or 1 envelope taco seasoning 1 envelope ranch dressing mix (look for the no MSG brand) Cook on med-lo until heated through about 20-30 minutes Or on low setting in slow cooker for about 3 hours Serve with fresh cilantro, avocado, shredded cheese, tortilla chips ...etc.

It would seem "un-American" to not have a mac and cheese recipe on here. There are MANY recipes out there but this one doesn't have to be baked. It is also very forgiving about which kinds of cheeses are used. I acknowledge the only thing healthy it has going for it is that it isn't out of a box! So when the craving hits, you can always add a fresh salad . Prepare desired amount of pasta - 1/2 - 1 lb for this recipe in salted boiling water (small shapes like elbow, shell or rigatini work best) Melt in saucepan: 2 T butter Whisk in: 2 T flour When roux is formed, whisk in slowly: 1 c milk , hot Over medium heat, warm one minute, then add: for extra creaminess add: 4 oz cream cheese/Neufchatel here (opt) 2 t Dijon mustard (opt) 1/2 t pepper 8 oz grated cheese: 1/2 sharp cheddar and one or two of Fontina, Gruyere, Jack, Dubliner, or Asiago. (you should experiment and see which combination you like best) Stir until cheeses are melted and sauce...

This is useful for seasoning meats and beans for use in Mexican-American foods. I use it frequently for the chicken and beans I use in enchiladas. Mix: 1 T chili powder 2 t onion powder 1 t cumin 1 t oregano 1 t garlic powder 1 t sugar 1 t paprika 1/2 t salt Store tightly sealed. Use about 1 Tablespoon per 1 pound of meat.

FYI - I have never tried this recipe on a regular waffle iron. This is a great basic waffle recipe and goes well with a variety of toppings. There are two variations at the end for coconut or chocolate. Beat until thick: 3 eggs Beat into: 1 c milk 1/2 c butter, melted In separate bowl: 1 T vanilla 2 c flour 1/2 t salt 1 T baking powder 2 t sugar Add dry mix to egg mixture. Beat well. Pour onto hot iron. Top with fresh bananas or strawberries... Butter, syrup, Nutella, pb & j, etc. Coconut version: Add 1 c unsweetened coconut 1 t almond extract Chocolate version: Add 1 oz melted unsweetened chocolate 1 T sugar 2 T chopped nuts (optional)

"Italian Green Beans" this is my favorite way to eat them! Blanch in boiling water: 1 lb haricots verts, thawed (skinny frozen green beans but will work with thicker ones) 1 t salt Cook no more than 5 minutes and rinse with cold water immediately. Combine with: 1/2 c tomato, chopped 2 T basil, chopped 1 oz feta (herbed is fine) Then drizzle on top: 2 T olive oil 1 t balsamic vinegar Mix gently and serve immediately.