Old Tractor Tires make great raised garden beds..

Bruschetta Chicken Bake

10 min. prep time.  30 min. bake time

1 can dices tomatoes, un-drained

1 package 6 oz. StoveTop chicken flavored stuffing

2 tsp. minced garlic

1 ½ lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts.  Cut into bite sized pieces and brown in skillet on stove top.

1 tsp. dried basil leaves

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Heat oven to 400F

Place tomatoes with their liquid in medium bowl, add stuffing mix, ½ cup hot water and garlic; stir until stuffing mix is moistened.  Set aside.

Place chicken pieces in 13x9 baking dish; sprinkle with basil and cheese. .  Top with stuffing mixture.

Bake 30 min. until browned to your liking.

Serves 6 one cup servings.

I think a small can of mushrooms would put this recipe over the top...I know I am going to try that next time.

NOTE:  I left the chicken breast whole and precooked, and then added cheese and stuffing mix and then baked.  VERY VERY GOOD...

 

Heart of Palm.... YUMMY.....

Today I learned something from a co-worker. She came out with a can of Hearts of Palm.  I said, what the heck is that?  She said, "You have to try these."  Reluctantly I did, and I am glad.  I pulled out a chunk of white, meaty, vegetable substance, that has the consistence and texture of Crab Meat.  A unique flavor, that I think because of the texture reminded me of Crab Meat..

Michelle stated it works great as a snack, or cut up on a salad.  The nutritional details are great and a healthy choice.  If you do a little research, you will find some amazing recipes. 

Give it a try, you will like it.  Trust me.  You can find in your  grocer near the artichoke hearts.  Either canned, or jarred.

Here is an interesting video on how Hearts of Palm are made...

Thanks MP....

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c5Xck6FjmV4

The Perfect grilled Panini....

My wife got me 100% whole wheat Deli Flat Bread.  I made a sandwich and took it to work.  My friend Luara said, that bread make great Panini's and gave me the following receipe, to which I have put my own twist on.  Thanks Laura..

Deli Flat bread.  Mix EVOO and black pepper, and spread on inside face of both sides.  Put on your favorite turkey meats, ham or healthy choice lunchon meats.  Two slices of cheese (your choice) on each side of the meat next to the bread.  This helps to hold your panini together after it melts.

In a George Forman Grill, place the bread side out (with the EVOO on it,) crust side in.  Grill it until your liking.  Great Sandwich...  Happy Eating...

Mark
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PERFECT HEALTY SNACK....Frozen fruit....!

My mother in law taught me this one. Grape frozen are very very tasty.  The perfect snack. So, I got to thinking to myself...Self, wonder about watermelon, cantaloupe, pears, apples, oranges frozen? Can't help but think they would be just as good.

The frozen grapes tastes like a cross between ice-cream and a pop sickle....YUMM......

Mark....

Healty Tastes Great pays off.... Blood test results..

Today I had blood work done. After three months of hard work, meaning a strict diet, eating right, no sugars and no fats, I have achieved my goals.  Debbie, my doctors nurse said she was very proud of me.

My results are as follows:

Weight was 288 now 242. 

Total Cholesterol was 232 now 175 0-200 nominal.  Triglycerides was 161 now 89 0-150 is nominal.  LDL was 149 now 114  0-130 is nominal.  HDL is 43  40-60 is nominal.  Sugar was 99  70-100 is nominal.  Bilirubin is DOWN.

So, I was moved from Pravastatin to Crestor for another three months, just to assure my cholesterol is under control.

So, healthy feels good.... Really good...

Marks original Portabella Mushrooms, Shrimp and Scallops in Creamed Creole Sauce.

This is my original recipe that turned out FABULIOUS.  No Changes or tweeks needed.  The Creole was an exceptional taste for the seafood and the portabella's.  Served with a Balsamic vinegar dressing Salad, with fresh cut mushrooms and crazins. Bon Appétit.

Cut portabella mushrooms (as much as you want.)
1 bag Frozen scallops
1 bag Frozen shrimp (without tails)
2 can Campbells Cream of Mushroom Soup
Tony Chachere's Original Creole Seasoning.
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1/4 stick real butter.

In a pan on stove top, on med heat, put frozen shrimp, scallops, EVOO and butter in pan, stir often.  As the seafood thaws and cooks, sprinkle liberally with creole seasoning.  I dashed it once, turned over seafood and dash again.  Remember Creole has a bite if heavy.

Add mushrooms and both cans of Cream of Mushroom Soup.  Bring to a boil and cook until mushrooms are to desired finish.  Stir often.

I am very proud of how this dish turned out.  Try it and let me know what you think.

Mark...

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