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Josie's Pinto Beans

2 pounds of pinto beans (wash and put in water and soak over night) 1/2 cup of onions 1/2 cup bell pepper 1/2 cup celery 1pd 1/2 ground turkey 2 slices of bacon 1 teaspoon of pepper 2 tablespoon chili powder 2 tablespoon sugar Mix all ingredients in the crock pot . Turn crock pot on slow or low.Cook from 6:00am to 9:00am. Add seasoning if needed.

Kidney Bean Salad

KIDNEY BEAN SALAD 1 can red kidney beans 1/2 c. chopped celery 1/4 c. chopped onion 2 or 3 hard boiled eggs, chopped Salt and pepper to taste 1 c. mayonnaise Vinegar (enough to thin mayonnaise) Sugar (enough to take tartness off) 1/8 to 1/4 tsp. dry mustard Mix kidney beans, celery, onion and eggs; set aside. In a bowl mix mayonnaise, salt and pepper, vinegar, sugar and dry mustard. Mix well, then taste to see if you added enough sugar to take the tartness out. If so, pour over bean mixture and stir carefully. chill 1-2 hours. Serves 4."

How many are you serving for ???

I always use this website, for recipes and community sharing events. Although I recently found out that I can change how many servings I will use. I do a lot of cooking for me and adjust well, but sometimes I end up with less flavor. This is a great tip to use when you need to make a serving adjustment..... http://thepioneerwoman.com/tasty-kitchen/ http://allrecipes.com/Default.aspx

Gordito's

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Amazing little hole in the wall spot. Although some are low key and a few people throughout the day. This place is live and kicking. So here's the scoop. You can eat anything on the menu, we had the Wet Burrito (also know as infant size burrito). Chels and I both enjoyed this tasty treat. I had the steak and added fajitas veggies. I can't believe the flavors in this infant size burrito, it was amazing and delicious. I thought for a mintue I was going to finish it, but I only finished a half. Although, that is alot. Drinks: The Horchata (sweet rice milk drink) was actually really good and same price as the coke products served. Please visit the site and listen to the reviews, Its worth the trip to Ballard. http://gorditoshealthymexicanfood.com/ Parking was a little weird, but their is a monitoring man at the local Bartells, so we waiting patiently for a spot.

Birthday Weekend Treats

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It was an amazing weekend. I have a few places and treats to show you. First and for most I want to thank everyone who came out and shared my bday weekend with me. Especially Chels she really made it a good one. Luv yah.... Friday was the official Birthday. Chels and I walked greenlake and then headed over to Ballard for the most important yet my favorite food ever- BREAKFAST.... We walked in a cute little restaurant and began with coffee which I was really really excited for, and come to find out there was ONLY crepes. OK. so the truth is we had walked into the wrong place. Shoot I didn't know, neither did she. We began with an apologies and walked to "The Dish". http://www.yelp.com/biz/the-dish-seattle OMG I can't explain to you the prices, amazing, the coffee- strong but amazing, the abeyance was even more icing on the cake. I love whole in the wall spots and this is where I will be returning. if you only knew how many places I looked up. There was always somethin

Gluten Free Baked Mac and Cheese

Gluten Free Baked Mac and Cheese Serves: 8 4 cup gluten free noodles 2 tablespoon olive oil 1 garlic clove ½ chopped onion 1 egg ¼ cup of whole wheat flour ½ cup of milk 1 package of 90 calorie packages; Mozzarella, Parmesan, and Monterrey Jack ½ cup of cheddar Cook veggies in 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add flour, egg, and milk and simmer until smooth. Stir in cheeses about 2 minutes. Boil Pasta until al a denta. Place in a baked pan at 350 degree for 20 minutes or until sides are golden brown.

MOJITOS

YUM....I cant get enough of these....WOW Raspberry Mojito Makes 1 serving 8 fresh mint leaves 1/2 ounce freshly squeezed lime juice 1 teaspoon superfine sugar 2 ounces white rum 2-3 ounces seltzer 4-6 fresh raspberries Place mint leaves, lime juice and sugar in a highball glass (something tall and narrow is perfect). Using the straight end of a wooden spoon, gently press on leaves to release flavor (“muddle” is the official term). Watermelon Mojitos 1 cup water 1 cup sugar 2 large handfuls of fresh mint leaves 2-3 handfuls cubed watermelon Lime juice (you should use fresh, but in a pinch, the bottled will do) Light rum (Bacardi is my choice!) Crushed ice Club soda Place 8-10 torn mint leaves and water in a microwave safe dish [I like something like a Pyrex measuring cup]. Heat in the microwave until boiling (2-3 minutes). Remove dish from the microwave and rapidly stir in the sugar until dissolved. Allow the syrup mix to cool completely before using. Place watermelon in blender and pu

Thought....

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I have decided I don't have a lot of conversation and just like my favorite cooking blog (recommend by one truly) its always great to take a break. Especially from cooking and make some cookies, drinks, or share thoughts with a friend. Today I discovered the most amazing interesting, yet best invention ever invented. If you happen to run across them, PLEASE buy them for me..... http://mogwaisoup.blogspot.com/2009/07/very-passionate-mojito.html Also check out this drink. If you are my close friend you know I LOVE me some Mojito.

Can't get enough- Caribbean Jerk Stew Over White Rice....

Semi-homemade is essential on busy weekends. I reached the opportunity to try a SPICY food and fall in love. I have work, work, work, and a little time to play this weekend. Today, I decided to master the Caribbean Jerk weekend finale recipe. Its my co-workers with a little twist of my "can't get enough" veggies. I love veggies, but I def. have mortified this recipe. This will be a weekly meal, but I think I need a little more spice.......Ill keep that in mind next time. Enjoy. 2 thinly sliced shoulder beef; diced 2 cups of Caribbean Jerk Marinate 3 medium red potatoes; chopped and diced (keep in mind the small the faster potatoes cook) 1\2 8 oz. can of carrots 1\2 8 oz. can of peas 1\4 cup of chicken/beef broth Marinate steak chunks for two days in the Caribbean jerk marinate. Shear meat until a little brown and simmer while adding chicken/beef broth leaving half for later. Meanwhile cooked the rice and let set in pan with top attached until ready to serve.Add chopped

CARIBBEAN JERK SEASONING AND RECIPE

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Alright its time you figure out HOW easy it is. I have shared a Caribbean jerk rub and Chicken recipe that is amazing. CARIBBEAN JERK SEASONING Makes about 1/2 cup 2 tablespoons dried minced onion 1 tablespoon garlic powder 4 teaspoons crushed dry thyme leaves 2 teaspoons salt 2 teaspoons ground allspice 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 tablespoon sugar 2 teaspoons black pepper 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper Cooking DirectionsIn jar with tight fitting lid, shake together all spices and seasonings. Store tightly covered at room temperature. Caribbean Jerk Chicken Ingredients For the Caribbean Jerk Chicken: 1 tablespoon Caribbean Jerk seasoning 1 tablespoon crushed red pepper 1 tablespoon black pepper 1 tablespoon white pepper 1 tablespoon dried thyme 1 tablespoon dried rosemary 1 tablespoon salt 1 tablespoon chives 8 boneless chicken breasts, about 6 ounces each Red wine (enough to dip chicken into) 4 servings basmati rice, cooked according to package directions

Flat Pop

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A 2 liter pop can go flat in two days if you don't safely secure the top. Next time you have a liter squeeze to get most of the air out and then seal it. Remember to let everyone who is drinking the pop the magic trick.