MIRACLE SALVE

NOTE: Lots of people used this at the reunion for bug bites.  Next time when going to reunion make some with purify in it (good for bites).  Make some for auction item.

Cindy (Ridgeview) has cracked fingers by the fingernail really bad. I was going to bring her my healing stick but then had the idea to make a salve and bring her some. I am hoping it helps not only will her fingers not hurt anymore but she might believe oils actually work :-)

It took forever for the beeswax to melt.  Not sure if there it a kind that melts faster?  I think next time I might soften the coconut oil in water first as well so it goes faster.  Took over an hour to make this.

http://www.primallyinspired.com/miracle-salve-recipe-free-printables/

Update: Facebook oil lady (Diane Shephard) makes a similar recipe she puts in in 1 oz tins and suggests 8-10 drops per tin.

On LOW put a little bit of water in a pan and then put in a glass bowl the following:

2 T - 3 T beeswax (I did 2)

melt - could take 15 + minutes

Then add:

1/4 c coconut oil
1/2 c olive, avocado (can get at Costco for a good price) (I added grape seed oil - also added about 1 tsp vitamin E)  Facebook oil lady uses Apricot oil.
2 T shea butter

melt - could take 15+ minutes

Cool slightly and add 20 drops of essential oil.
10 lavender
6 lemon
2 malaleluca
2 frankinsense).

Pour into jars. This makes 2 small jars.

12/20/07 UPDATE:
Made another batch to give to Lisa and Jenna for Christmas - added helichrysum

2/27/18 UPDATE:
We needed neosporin and thought this would work just as well.  Made another batch but did it like this:
6 lavender
4 lime
4 melaleuca
2 tangerine 
2 frankincense
2 helicrysum
*Scott had a blister on the bottom of his foot.  He put this on it and it was better the next day.

3/1/18 UPDATE:
Met everyone at lunch at Dickey's.  Alise had some cuts on her ankles.  It made me so sad I didn't have any of my salve to put on it.  We will be seeing them on Saturday for Forrest bday party (turning 1) so I decided to make some to give to Kambria.  I added 5 less drops since it will be for the kids.
8 lavender
2 melaleuca
2 frankincense
2 tangerine
1 helicrysum

Kambria told me one day Alise said, "Aunt Shelle made me better." (or something like that)  Every time we would meet at Dickeys she would show me her owies and I would put on some Miracle Salve (keep it in my purse now)

12/10/18
Made some to send to Jimmie & Jill's family (had their name)
6 lavendar
2 tangerine
2 lime
4 malaleluca
2 frank
2 myrrh
2 helicrysum

11/19/2019
I did geranium instead of tangerine.  Also added 4 drops of vanilla.

MEXICAN PIZZA

http://butteryourbiscuit.com/mexican-pizza/

MEXICAN PIZZA
We all really liked this.  I have another one I have made in a springfoam pan (TACO BAKE).  We like that one as well, but this one was easier and faster clean up.  Put some cheese on the inside as well.  See recipe for changes.  Put sour cream and guac on top.  Yum!

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 packet taco seasoning (did 1 T)
• ¼ cup water
• 8 (6-inch) flour tortillas
• 1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
• 2 8 oz jar taco sauce (only used 8 oz)
• 1½ cup shredded cheddar cheese - just sprinkled
• 1½cup shredded pepper-jack cheese - just sprinkled
• 1 large diced tomatoes
• 1 can sliced olives
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• green onions sliced
• sour cream, optional
• guacamole, optional

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
2. In a large skillet heat the oil up on medium heat.
3. Fry each tortilla in the oil just until lightly browned and crispy, remove and set aside on paper towels
4. Meanwhile, cook the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain grease. Add taco seasoning and ½ cup taco sauce. Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Stir and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat.
5. In a small pan on medium heat warm the refried beans
6. Place a single layer of the beans on the crispy tortillas, followed by a layer of the taco meat, Top with another tortilla. Spread 3-4 tablespoons of taco sauce, sprinkle some cheddar and jack cheese and top with a few tomatoes and olives.
7. Bakes in the oven for 10-12 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly
8. Remove from oven let set for 5 minutes top with green onions and slice

ZUCCHINI BOATS

Jackson requested these for a couple of weeks.  We finally had them.  Yum!  Not Scott and Abagail's favorite but Jackson and I really liked them. I especially loved the left overs for lunch for the next couple of days.

https://lilluna.com/zucchini-boats/

ZUCCHINI BOATS

• 6 zucchinis
• 1 lb. Italian sausage
• 1 - 2 cups Ragu original sauce
• 1½ cups mozzarella cheese
• garlic salt (to taste)
• basil

1. Preheat oven to 400.
2. Cut 6 zucchini in half and spoon out middle contents.
3. Cook 1 lb. Italian sausage in a pan until no longer pink. Add 1-2 cups Ragu (depending if you like more or less sauce) and let simmer for 10 minutes.
4. Add zucchini to a pan and spoon meat into zucchinis.
5. Top with garlic salt, mozzarella cheese and basil.
6. Cook at for 14 - 16 minutes

MINESTRONE SOUP

HEALTHIFIED CHICKEN MINESTRONE SOUP

http://www.eatbetteramerica.com/Recipes/RecipePrint.aspx?id=49284&revs=&text=Smalltext

So good. Jackson loved helping me make it. We had it with grilled cheese sandwiches on homemade wheat bread - yum!

75% less sat fat • 50% less cholesterol than the original recipe—see the comparison. Minestrone, an Italian vegetable soup, is a healthy option for lunch or dinner. Use low-sodium chicken broth and boneless, skinless chicken breast to keep the sodium and calories in check. 

prep time:25 min

start to finish:45 min

makes:8 servings

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1	tablespoon olive oil
1	cup sliced carrots
1/2	cup chopped celery
1/2	cup chopped onion
5 1/4	cups Progresso® reduced-sodium chicken broth
2	(15 oz) cans Progresso® cannellini beans (white kidney beans), rinsed and drained
8	ounces skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
1	cup fresh green beans cut into 1/2-inch pieces (4 ounces)
1/4	teaspoon black pepper
1	cup dried multigrain bow tie pasta
1	medium zucchini, quartered lengthwise and cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices
1	(14.5 oz) can Muir Glen® diced tomatoes with basil and garlic undrained

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1.	In a 5- to 6-quart Dutch oven heat oil over medium heat. Add carrots, celery, and onion; cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Add chicken broth, cannellini beans, chicken, green beans, and pepper. Bring to boiling; add uncooked pasta. Reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes.
2.	Stir in zucchini. Return to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 8 to 10 minutes more or until pasta is tender and green beans are crisp-tender. Stir in undrained tomatoes; heat through.

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Nutritional Information

1 1/3 cups: Calories 210 (Calories from Fat 25); Total Fat 2 1/2g (Saturated Fat 1/2g, Trans Fat0g);Cholesterol 15mg; Sodium 850mg; Total Carbohydrate 33g (Dietary Fiber 7g, Sugars 6g); Protein19g Percent Daily Value*: Vitamin A 60%; Vitamin C 20%; Calcium 8%; Iron 15% Exchanges:2 Starch; 0Other Carbohydrate; 1 Vegetable; 1 1/2 Lean Meat Carbohydrate Choices: 2

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

HOMEMADE BROWNIE MIX

https://iambaker.net/homemade-brownie-mix/

HOMEMADE BROWNIE MIX
These are really easy and yummy!  Very chocolatey! 

• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder

• 1/2 cup butter melted, then cooled
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon McCormick vanilla

see notes below - added about 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Sift together all dry ingredients. Place into a jar or airtight container.  

On a gift tag or label write the wet ingredients and quantities and then directions. "Melt butter and set aside to cool slightly. In a medium bowl, beat two eggs with the vanilla. Add in and gently stir dry ingredients. Pour the melted butter into brownie mixture and mix until just incorporated. Spread batter in a prepared 8-inch square pan and bake for 20-22 minutes at 350 degrees."

NOTES:

To make this brownie I used the same recipe above then added chocolate chips to the recipe as well as a couple on top after I took them out of the oven.

Here is my BIG SECRET DON’T TELL ANYONE TIP: Remove them 5-10 before they are done. This is not recommended if you are opposed to eating brownie batter!! But if you love ooey gooey chocolate brownie amazingness then it is worth trying. 

FRUIT PIZZA (NO SUGAR)

http://courtneycrozier.com/no-sugar-added-fruit-pizza-yum/

Made this for Jenna's b-day (2017).  She really liked it and requested it for Thanksgiving.

Sugar Free Sugar Cookie Crust:

1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened (I use Kerrygold)
1/3 cup baking stevia or no-calorie sweetener of choice (I like to stick with Stevia here to keep it natural!)
1 whole egg OR 2 egg whites (I used the full egg)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract (a little goes a LONG way here! don’t overdo it!)
1 cup gluten free flour (you can also use whole wheat pastry flour, which is what my original recipe called for. I am going to try it with almond flour soon!)
1/8 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon baking powder

Directions to make cookie crust:

1) In a medium bowl, cream together butter, and sugar substitute with a hand mixer. Add egg/egg whites, and extracts and beat until it is combined. In a separate bowl, combine flour, salt, and baking powder. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, until just combined. Do not over mix to avoid toughness! — Wrap dough and place it back in the refrigerator to chill for about 30 minutes, or until dough is cold.

2) To make one BIG pizza, roll the dough out on a baking sheet or pizza pan to the sizing of your choice. If you want to make personal fruit pizzas, cut the dough into shapes/sizes that you wish. Cook on a preheated oven at 375 degrees for 8-10 minutes. Let it cool COMPLETELY before adding the toppings! (I let mine cool for 3 hours).

Cream Cheese Frosting/Topping:

8 ounces low fat or regular cream cheese
1/4 cup baking stevia/truvia (you might have to tweek this depending on the brand you use!)
1 tsp. vanilla extract

Directions to make frosting:

1) In a medium bowl, use a hand mixer to mix cream cheese, stevia, and vanilla extract together until smooth. Place in the fridge for a half hour.

Directions to put the fruit pizza together:

At this point, the recipe is simple! All you have to do is throw your ingredients together! Take the fully cooled cookie crust and spread the cream cheese frosting all over the top of the crust. After this is done, pick your FAVORITE fruits to add to the top! My two favorites are blueberries and strawberries (you can cut them anyway you’d like), but in the photo above you can see we also used kiwi and raspberries too! Try any type of fruit and I’m sure it will be delish!!!

CINNAMON CAKE

https://www.thirtyhandmadedays.com/cinnamon-cake/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+30handmadedays+%2830days%29

CINNAMON CAKE
We really liked this cake.  Had it with eggs and ham.  I also added cinnamon chips to the middle.  I only made 1/2 of the glaze.

• 1 box yellow cake mix
• 1 (5 oz) pkg instant vanilla pudding
• 3 T. flour
• 1 c. sour cream
• ¼ c. oil
• ¾ c water
• 4 eggs
• ½ c. sugar
• 4 tsp. cinnamon

---cinnamon chips, optional

• 1¼ powdered sugar
• 4 Tbsp. milk
• 1 tsp cinnamon

1. HAND MIX THIS. Don't use an electric mixer!!!
2. Mix together cake mix, pudding and flour.
3. Add sour cream, oil and water.
4. Add eggs last, one at a time.
5. Blend well.
6. Mix sugar and cinnamon in small bowl and set aside.
7. Spray bundt pan well with cooking spray.
8. Sprinkle ⅓ of cinnamon/sugar mix on bottom of pan.
9. Next, pour ½ cake batter, spreading evenly over pan.
10. Then sprinkle another ⅓ of the cinnamon/sugar (add cinnamon chips here) mix and the last ½ of cake batter.
11. Finish with last ⅓ of cinnamon/sugar mix.
12. Bake at 350 for 45-50 mins. (for the minis I only had to bake for 25 mins - so keep an eye until golden brown)

FOR GLAZE:

1. Mix ingredients together and drizzle on cake