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Sunday 21 April 2024

Chicken Noodle Supper #recipe #onepotmeal


This is a quick and easy supper for any night of the week... a family favorite!


1 lb (500 g) skinless, boneless chicken breasts1 tbsp (15 mL) butter or margarine
1 tbsp (15 mL) vegetable oil1 large onion, finely chopped
1 cup (250 mL) sliced mushrooms1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1/2 tsp (2 mL) dried basil1/2 tsp (2 mL) dried oregano
1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt1/2 tsp (2 mL) pepper
3 tbsp (45 mL) all-purpose flour3 cups (750 mL) milk
1 tbsp (15 mL) Dijon mustard3 cups (750 mL) egg noodles, uncooked
1 pkg (10 oz/300 g) frozen mixed vegetables1/4 cup yoghurt (optional)


Method:

In a large skillet, cook chicken in the butter and oil over medium heat for 5 minutes. Add onion, mushrooms, garlic, herbs, salt and pepper; cook until onion is tender. Stir in flour; cook for 1 minute.

Gradually add milk; cook and stir until sauce comes to a boil and thickens. Add mustard and noodles. Return to boil and simmer for 15 minutes, adding frozen vegetables after 10 minutes. Stir in yoghurt (optional) and serve with a pinch of Paprika.


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Friday 19 April 2024

Lentil Bulgar Salad #recipe #vegetarian #potluck


This is perfect to bring to a potluck and keeps for a few hours. This makes for a light summer time meal.


1 can lentils (rinsed)1 cup dry bulgar wheat
1 cup boiling water 1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice 2 medium cloves garlic, crushed
1 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. oregano
2 tbs. freshly minced mint (or 2 tsp. dried mint)2-3 tbs. freshly minced dill ( or 2-3 tsp. dried dill)
fresh black pepper, to taste 1/4 cup packed freshly minced parsley
1/3 cup finely minced red onion 1 bell pepper (any colour), diced
1 celery stalk, finely chopped 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 tomato, diced 1/2 cup chopped toasted walnuts


Method:

1. Place bulgar in a small bowl. Add boiling water, cover with a plate, and let stand for 10-15 minutes while getting the other ingredients ready.
2. Add everything together except tomato chunks and walnuts. Mix gently but thoroughly. Cover tightly and refrigerate.
3. Just before serving, top with tomatoes and walnuts.

**This item is great to bring for a potluck!

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