Strawberry Banana Smoothies

This is another quick and easy breakfast item. The kids love it right along with the Breakfast Cookies.



Strawberry Banana Smoothies

2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen sliced strawberries in syrup
2 containers (8 ounces each) strawberry yogurt
1 ripe banana - peeled
1 cup milk

Blend all ingredients for 1-2 minutes, or until smooth and creamy.

Pour into glasses and serve immediately. Makes 4 servings.


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Mexican Tortilla Soup

Happy Cinco de Mayo!!! I will be trying out this recipe tomorrow along with my Beef Enchilada Casserole. It looks very easy and I might also make some pepperjack quesadillas for dipping.


Mexican Tortilla Soup

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 pound boneless/skinless chicken breasts - cubed
1 red bell pepper - chopped
4 garlic cloves - minced
3 cans reduced sodium chicken broth
1 package (10 ounces) frozen corn
1/2 cup salsa
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
broken baked tortilla chips
sour cream (optional)

In a large dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Add chicken, bell pepper, and garlic and cook for 3 minutes, or until the chicken is browned. Stir frequently.


Stir in chicken broth, corn and salsa and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.


Stir in the cilantro and serve immediately. Serve topped with tortilla chips and sour cream.



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Pecan Pie Muffins

Muffins are a big breakfast favorite around our house. I am always in search for new ones to try. These are one of our favorites. And, they are super easy!

Pecan Pie Muffins

1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup all purpose flour
1/2 cup chopped pecans
2/3 cup melted butter
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla

Mix butter, eggs and vanilla. Pour into dry ingredients and mix well. Fill each muffing cup 2/3 full and bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes.


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New Orleans Bananas

If you've ever been to Foster's restaurant in New Orleans, you know how popular their Bananas Foster dessert is. You may have even heard of it without ever visiting here. This is a copycat version of the classic.


New Orleans Bananas

2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1/4 cup orange juice
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 bananas
ice cream

Melt butter in a medium skillet. Stir in brown sugar, orange juice and cinnamon. Bring to a boil and cook, stirring often, over medium high heat until the mixture reduces by about 1/4. The sauce will be slightly syrupy.

Peel bananas and cut into 2 inch slices. Place carefully into the sauce. Cook just long enough to heat through. Baste the bananas with the sauce instead of stirring. Be careful not to overcook or they will become mushy.

Spoon finished product over ice cream and serve immediately. Enjoy!





~Nicole

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