Apple-Cranberry Crisp

Sweetness and tartness are combined into this great recipe. 1 16-oz can whole cranberry sauce 1 Tbsp cornstarch 5 C peeled, cored, and thinly-sliced Granny Smith apples Topping: 1 1/2 C old-fashioned oatmeal 1/2 C brown sugar 1/3 C unbleached white flour 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/3 C margarine, melted 1 Tbsp water In a large saucepan, combine cranberry sauce and cornstarch

Company Carrots

Naturally sweetened carrots that will have them kicking their heels! 3 lg carrots, sliced 1/2 C unsweetened pineapple juice (or orange juice) 1/2 tsp salt 1 Tbsp oil 1 Tbsp frozen unsweetened concentrated orange juice 1 chopped onion chopped parsley as garnish Saute the onion in oil. Cook sliced carrots with pineapple juice and salt for 10 minutes. Stir in sauteed onions and frozen orange juice concentrate and heat thoroughly.

Wheat Germ Patties

These nutritious patties are made with wheat germ, oatmeal and other good things. 1/4 C warm water (105° F to 115° F) 1/1/2 tsp active dry yeast 1/2 tsp sugar 1 med onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 1 1/2 C wheat germ (raw or toasted) 1 Tbsp soy sauce 2 eggs 1 C quick oatmeal 1/2 tsp ground sage 1 12-oz can evaporated milk Sauce: 1 can mushroom soup 1 1/2 cans milk In a small bowl, combine water, yeast, and sugar

Apple Delight

This simple, yet delicious, dessert recipe is great for the beginning cook. 1 pkg yellow cake mix 1/2 C margarine 1 20-oz can apple (or cherry) pie filling 1 C sour cream 1 egg In a large bowl, prepare the dry cake mix and margarine as you would a pie crust.

"Cheese" Sauce

Try this as a cheese substitute mixed with tofu in lasagna or other dishes.

Alfredo Sauce

Enjoy this classic Italian sauce tonight on your pasta of choice…lower fat version is included as well. 1/4  C margarine 2 Tbsp dried sweet basil 2 Tbsp dried parsley 1 8-oz pkg cream cheese, softened 1/4 C olive oil 1/3 C grated Parmesan cheese 2 cloves garlic, minced In a medium saucepan, melt margarine. Add herbs.

Wheat Berry Rice Patties

Here’s another good recipe for those learning to cook that combines the ease of cooking with whole grain wheat and rice.

Apple Crisp

A perennial favorite of apple lovers everywhere. Can’t you just smell the apples and spice in the air

Vegetarian "Turkey Legs"

Delicious “faux” entree that will satisfy the most finicky of tastes. 2 C Hi Ho or Ritz crackers,crushed 1 C pecans, chopped 1- 20 oz can Worthington Vegetarian Burger 1 med onion, chopped 2- 10 1/2 oz cans of cream of mushroom soup 2 C cheese, grated (less if desired) 6 eggs 2 Tbsp McKay’s Chicken or Beef Style Seasoning 1/2- 1 soup can water cooking oil Mix cream of mushroom soup and water (be sure the mixture is not too thin). Set aside.

Apple Cake With Warm Sauce

Rich warm sauce with hints of vanilla and rum poured over the top of the apple cake. Yum! 2 C sugar 1/2 C butter, room temperature 2 eggs 2 C flour 2 tsp soda 2 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp vanilla 4 lg apples 1 C chopped walnuts Sauce : 1 C butter 1 C brown sugar 1 C sugar 1 C half and half or whip cream 1 1/2 tsp vanilla 1/2 tsp rum extract (optional) Combine in a large mixing bowl sugar, butter, eggs, flour, soda, cinnamon and vanilla