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Tuesday, January 15, 2013

Chicken Pastries


Every once and a while I come across a meal I just fall in love with instantly... these Chicken Pastries would fall into that category. I recently was made this delightful little dish from a friend (who is now my best. friend.
So want to make some people call you their new best friend?! Of course-who doesn't want more friends!? To accomplish that you need to make them this recipe!

In a small bowl mix together:
-2 TBSP. low-fat cream cheese
-1 TBSP. butter (or margarine)
-1 TBSP. Greek yogurt
-1 TBSP. non-fat sour cream
-1 TBSP. milk
-minced garlic (to your liking, I used 1 TBSP)
-1/2 finely chopped onion
-dash of salt, pepper and Italian seasoning

...you can also get the oven pre-heating on 350* at this time

It will start looking like this!

Then add 2 cups cooked, cooled and chopped chicken (about 3-4 chicken breasts)

Then the magic starts to happen....
Take one small package of crescent rolls (one that makes 8 rolls) and pinch the edges of all 8 little triangles together to create one big sheet (you could also just buy the crescent roll in sheet form, or a sheet of puff pastry dough)
Roll out and cut into 6 equal sized squares

Place 1/6 of the chicken mixture to each square of dough and place onto a greased baking sheet.

Pinch up the sides of the pastries to create a little package (package full of deliciousness!), like so:


No you can leave them un-adulterated, or spray with a little cooking spray and sprinkle with:
-parmesan cheese
-bread crumbs
-Italian seasoning
-mixture of all three!

Then just place in oven and bake for about 25 minutes


Viola-an easy, 30-minute-meal that is sure to impress!



Thursday, October 4, 2012

Holy Guacamole

Holy Guacamole! 

This isn't a just a phrase I use sometimes entirely too much-it's also the newest recipe I'm about to share with you guys! 

This guacamole got its name for two reasons:
1. It's so good you'll be saying "Holy Guacamole!"
and
2. It is extremely healthy and good for you - earning a 'halo' in the health department!

Here are all the ingredients you need... The secret ingredient is the zucchini. It has a completely neutral flavor and takes on whatever flavors you pair with it. This makes it perfect for a guacamole dip-it will have all the flavors of the avocado and other spices we put with it but only has a fraction of the calories and fat (albiet - those are good for you fats). 

The process is pretty easy - 
1. Wash zucchini and onion and puree in food processor. 
2. Cut the avocado in half, remove pit (but save it!) and scoop out the avocado goodness!
3. Put the avocado in the food processor with the onion and zucchini, add your other spices and lemon juice-puree until smooth
4. Pour your guacamole into a dish and add your pit - this sounds crazy but it helps keep the guacamole from turning brown
5. Enjoy with anything and everything! Chips, veggies, crackers, as a spread on bread for a fun sandwich. 


How do you enjoy guacamole? Any crazy fun ways I haven't thought of? Let me know!