Crunchy Pumpkin Seeds

Don't throw out those slimy pumpkin seeds when you carve this year's jack 'O lanterns.   Pumpkin seeds are a rich source of protein, dietary fiber, iron, potassium, and other nutrients. A one-ounce serving of pumpkin seeds contains nearly 20% of the Daily Value (DV) for magnesium and zinc, and 10% DV for copper. Magnesium supports cardiovascular health and the formation of strong bones, while zinc plays an important role in supporting the immune system. Copper helps control inflammation and supports the production of oxygen-rich blood cells.

Ingredients: 

• Seeds from any size pumpkin (rinsed)
• 2 Tablespoons Olive oil 
• Salt (to taste)
• 1 teaspoon Louise's Rub (Opt.)

Directions:

1. Spray a cookie sheet with non-stick spray.
2. Toss seeds with spices and spread on cookie sheet.
3. Roast in a 350°oven for 1.5 hours or until seeds are light brown and very crunchy.
4. Enjoy!

Healthy Eater's Individual Apple Raspberry Pie

"An Apple A Day Keeps The Doctor Away!"

Cliche I know but this recipe helps me get some very healthy fruit into my diet in a most pleasant way.

Needs: 

1. Microwave-safe Pyrex ramekin dish
2. Saucer
3. Measuring spoons
4. Paring knife
5. Microwave

Ingredients:

• 1 Apple
• 2 packets Splenda (or other sugar substitute)
• 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch (or tapioca)
• Sprinkles of nutmeg, cinnamon, & ginger (or whatever spices you prefer)
• a few drops of butter extract
• 1/8 cup of frozen (or fresh)raspberries

Prep:

1. Place dry ingredients into bottom of ramekin and mix with spoon.
2. Drizzle with butter extract and berries.
3. Core apple and slice into dish with remaining ingredients.
4. Cover with a saucer and microwave on "HIGH" for 2 minutes.
5. Stir and let set for a few minutes -- dig in.

NOTE: This tastes too good to be good for you!
Okay to substitute any kind of berries or fruits to add variety.

Nibble Bait

Nibble Bait
  Recipe By : Louise
 Serving Size: 24
 Categories : Snacks
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    6      tablespoons   margarine or butter--do not use spread or tub products
    2      tablespoons   worcestershire sauce
    1 1/2  teaspoons     seasoned salt
      3/4  teaspoon      garlic powder
      1/2  teaspoon      onion powder
    3      cups          corn chex® cereal
    3      cups          rice chex® cereal
    3      cups          wheat chex® cereal
    1      cup           mixed nuts
    1      cup           pretzels
    1      cup           Cheerios® cereal
 
 1. Heat oven to 250°. Melt margarine in large roasting pan in oven. Stir in
 seasonings. Gradually stir in remaining ingredients until evenly coated.
 Bake 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Spread on paper towels to cool.
 Store in airtight container.
 
 12 cups snack.


 

Monkey Bread

Monkey Bread

Recipe By: Louise
Serving Size: 6
Categories: Snacks, Breads
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2 cans canned biscuits
1+1/2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
1+1/2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
2/3 cup sugar
3/4 cup pecans -- chopped fine

1/2 cup margarine -- melted

1/2 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon dried apricots -- minced
1 tablespoon seedless raisins -- chopped
1/2 teaspoon orange peel -- grated
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* Use your choice of canned biscuits, usually sold in cans of 8-10 biscuits or cans of 5 giant-sized.
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1. In small bowl, mix the spices and sugar. Mix the chopped raisins, minced apricots and chopped nuts in another bowl. Place the nut mixture into the bottom of a lightly greased 10 or 12-inch oven-proof dish or pan.

2. Cut each biscuit into 4 pieces; coat in the sugar-cinnamon mixture. Place the coated biscuits atop the nut mixture, fitting into the pan lightly. Keep stacking until all are used.

3. Melt the margarine; add the brown sugar and orange zest. Pour this very carefully and evenly over the biscuit pieces. Bake in a preheated 375-degree oven for about 20 minutes, checking after 15 minutes.

4. Invert onto serving dish immediately. Serve warm.
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Serving Ideas : Serve with coffee or hot chocolate.

Louise's Nibble Bait Chex Mix

Louise's Nibble Bait Chex Mix
Requested by FogDog
Recipe By : Louise
Serving Size : 24
Categories : Snacks, Misc.
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6 tablespoons margarine or butter
2 tablespoons worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons seasoned salt
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
3 cups corn chex® cereal
3 cups rice chex® cereal
3 cups wheat chex® cereal
1 cup mixed nuts
1 cup pretzels
1 cup Cheerios
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1. Heat oven to 250°. Melt margarine in large roasting pan in oven.
2. Stir in seasonings. Gradually stir in remaining ingredients until evenly coated.
3. Bake 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Spread on paper towels to cool.
4. Store in airtight container.
5. Yield 12 cups.
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Microwave Directions: Melt margarine in large microwavable bowl uncovered on High. Stir in seasonings. Gradually stir in remaining ingredients until evenly coated. Microwave uncovered on High 5 to 6 minutes, thoroughly stirring every 2 minutes. Spread on paper towels to cool. Store in airtight container.
Important: Because microwaves cook differently, time is approximate.
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Reduced-Fat Recipe: Decrease margarine to 3 tablespoons and omit mixed nuts.
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1 serving (1/2 cup) Regular Recipe: 130 calories (70 calories from fat); 89 fat (1 .5g saturated); 0 mg cholesterol; 340 mg sodium 14 g carbohydrate (1g dietary fiber); 2 g protein.
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Reduced-Fat Recipe: 70 calories (1.5 calories from fat), 2 g fat (0 g saturated), 0 mg cholesterol, 270 mg sodium, 13 g carbohydrate (1 g dietary fiber), 2 g protein.
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