Parsley-Garlic Creme

I found this recipe in the latest Vegetarian Magazine. I made a few changes and additions.
I love it on toast with a thick slice of fresh tomato on top, or other veggies that you may prefer . It also would be good anywhere you would use hummus.

Ingredients:
2 cups flat leaf parsley-I used 1 cup parsley plus 1 cup fresh basil
1/4 cup EVOO-I used about 1/8 cup or less
2 Tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar-I used 1 1/2 Tablespoons
1 large clove garlic
1 teaspoon salt-didn't use
One [inch red pepper flakes
I also added 1/2 cup pine nuts
Blend all of the ingredients in a food processor.

Enjoy

How is that for quick and easy.
I had lots of parsley in my herb bed and enjoyed this very much.

Black Bean Quinoa Salad

Hi I am back from the Jump Start. I am on the 5th day and decided to make this recipe last evening when I got home from class.
I found this recipe in the Penzey's Magazine and found it to be very good.

Ingredients"
1 mango peeled and diced small
1 red pepper, seeded and diced small
1 cup thinly sliced scallions
1 cup chopped cilantro
2 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar-I used Raspberry Balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning-Verna's addition
2 cups cooked quiona
1 15 oz. can black beans rinsed and drained
1-2 finely diced jalapeno peppers

Directions:
Mix all together.
Refrigerate to marinate flavors.
Serve on a bed of greens.

How is that for easy!!!

Enjoy!!!

Jump Start

Hi
I am on my 4th day of the jump start, and lost 6 lbs. so far. Yippee!!! Oh yes I know that is all water but that is just fine. Whatever it is I am just glad to get rid of it.

We have 21 people in our class, and what a cool class. 6 Alumni members are back, and it is so great to have them back as it is like having old friends in the class. Makes everything so much easier.

Enjoy this gorgeous weather.

Jump Start

Hi

I probably will not have any new recipes on my blog this week as I am on the good old Jump Start with the class.
I am on the second day and doing well. Can't wait for tomorrow when I can have bread and veggies. Yippee!!!

If your not doing well join me. Hope to stick to the program 100% these next six weeks.
I got in the bad habit of eating at bed time. I justified it because it was CHIP approved. Hopefully I can break that habit very quickly.

Lions Park-Greenville Sunday, Oct 1---9-5 o'clock

I am not selling these on Sunday, but will at future craft shows, plus many Christmas and winter lamp swags.

This Garden Art Ornament was one I just put in my yard as someone wanted to see it
outside

A Garden Ornament on display in my yard.


On Sunday I will be set up at Greenville Lions Park for there craft show. In case you are looking for me I will be outside at, 88 Green Section. Thank God the forecast is in the 60's. I decided last week if it is raining or really cold I was not going to go as it is not worth getting sick over.

If you stop by bring something hot--something to drink. You will be my new best friend forever.

These make wonderful Christmas presents for that person that has everything!!!!