Mexican Chicken Tortilla Soup

I also add 1 can diced tomatoes, with or w/o green chilies.

Blue Cheese Bacon Macaroni and Cheese

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Yield: About 3-4 servings

Ingredients

o    8 strips (about 1/2 lb.) bacon, diced

o    1 (12-ounce) can 2% evaporated milk

o    1 large egg

o    1/2 tsp. salt

o    1/4 tsp. ground black pepper

o    pinch of cayenne

o    8 oz. elbow macaroni (I used DeLallo whole wheat)

o    1 Tbsp. butter

o    5 oz. crumbled blue cheese

o    4 oz. freshly-grated sharp white cheddar cheese

Method

Heat bacon in a skillet over medium-high heat for about 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until crispy.

In a separate bowl, whisk together evaporated milk, egg, salt, pepper and cayenne until combined. Set aside.

Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, and cook the pasta al dente according to package instructions. When the pasta is cooked, drain it and then return it to the pot and reduce heat to medium-low. Immediately add the butter, and toss until the butter is melted. Pour in the evaporated milk mixture and stir until combined. Continue cooking over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, for about 3-5 minutes, or until the sauce comes to a simmer.

Remove pan from heat and add in the cheeses. Stir until melted, then stir in the cooked bacon. Serve immediately, garnished with extra bacon and blue cheese if desired.

Dark Chocolate Greek Yogurt Fruit Dip with Cinnamon

 

Prep time

5 mins

Total time

5 mins

 

This fruit dip is easy to make, healthy AND decadent. It’s the perfect dip to make when company is coming over for coffee or drinks. The cayenne pepper in the recipe is optional. Try adding a tiny pinch, mix it in and then taste. You shouldn’t be able to tell it’s there. It’s just a little background tingle that makes the dip extra special.

Author: Christine

Recipe type: dessert

Serves: 4

Ingredients

• ½ cup Greek Yogurt
• 2 Tbsp. cocoa powder
• 3 Tbsp. brown sugar
• ½ tsp. vanilla
• ½ tsp. ground cinnamon
• a tiny pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
• fresh berries, marshmallows and sweet biscuits (for dipping)

 

Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients in a medium-sized bowl. Stir until it is an even dark color and all of the brown sugar granules have dissolved, about 3 minutes. Serve with fresh berries, marshmallows and sweet biscuits for dipping.