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Puffy Potatoes

2 2/3 cups instant mashed potatoes
2 eggs, beaten well
1 cup shredded cheese
1 can (3 oz.) French fried onion rings

Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Prepare mashed potatoes according to the package. Add eggs and cheese. Blend well. Spoon into muffin tins (6 count) sprayed with non-stick spray. Top with crushed onion rings. Bake for 20 minutes.

Changes - use different flavors of cheese and different flavors of instant potatoes. Top with cooked crumbled bacon. Serve with sour cream. These...

Strawberry Banana Smoothy

2 bananas, peeled and sliced
1 pt. fresh strawberries, cut into quarters
1 container (8 oz.) strawberry yogurt
1/2 cup orange juice

Place all ingredients in a blend and process until smooth.

Changes - Use 1 apple with peel instead of banana or use 1/2 pt. of raspberries or blueberries instead of strawberries.

Coconut Cream Cheese Cookies

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These 4 ingredient cookies are made with a coconut cake mix.  They are kid friendly and you can change the flavor imply by changing the cake mix flavor.  You can use spice cake and raisins, chocolate cake mix with coconut or mix in chocolate chips.  While making these I added about 1/4 cup finely chopped pecans to the last half of the dough to add an extra taste and texture.  It turned out to be a wonderful addition.  Find the full recipe by going to Martha's Recipe Cabinet.

Pepper Cheese Burger

1/4 cup diced roasted red peppers
1/3 cup finely cubed provolone cheese
1/4 cup finely chopped onions
1 lb. lean ground beef
Salt and pepper to taste

Combine peppers, cheese, onion, salt and pepper. Add beef and mix well. Shape into 4 patties. Cook covered for 5 minutes on each side or until no longer pink.

Changes - change the flavor of the cheese. Use fresh red or green peppers, mix with onions and saute before adding to cheese.

Product Recommendation

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From time to time I will try a product and write a review, but only at the request of the manufacturer.  Today I'm promoting a product without the request of the maker.  It's called Great Value All Purpose Cleaner with Bleach and I've found it to be the best tub and tile cleaner I've EVER used.  And it requires NO work! 

Like most of us, I have tile on the walls of my tub/shower.  For years I've sprayed sprays, shook out powders and covered the surfaces with foam only to take a brush and scrub...

Cancer Fighting Foods According to Web MD Part 4 (complete)

A Berry Medley With a PunchStrawberries and raspberries have a phytochemical called ellagic acid. This powerful antioxidant may actually fight cancer in several ways at once, including deactivating certain cancer causing substances and slowing the growth of cancer cells.

Blueberries for HealthThe potent antioxidents in blueberries may have wide value in supporting our health, starting with cancer. Antioxidants fight cancer by ridding the body of free radicals before they can do their da...

Cancer Fighting Foods According to Web MD Part 3

The Mighty BeanBeans are so good for you, it's no surprise they may help fight cancer, too.  They contain several potent phytochemicals that may protect the body's cells against damage that can lead to cancer. In the lab these substances slowed tumor growth and prevented tumors from releasing substances that damage nearby cells.

The Cabbage Family vs. CancerCruciferous vegetables include broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, bok choy, and kale. These members of the cabbage f...

Cancer Fighting Foods According to Web MD Part 2

Cancer-Fighting TomatoesWhether it's the lycopene -- the pigment that gives tomatoes their red color -- or something else isn't clear. But some studies have linked eating tomatoes to reduced risk of several types of cancer, including prostate cancer. Studies also suggest that processed tomato products such as juice, sauce, or paste increase the cancer-fighting potential.

Tea's Anticancer PotentialEven though the evidence is still spotty, tea, especially green tea, may be a strong cancer...

Cancer Fighting Foods According to Web MD Part 1

Fighting Cancer by the PlatefulNo single food can reduce your risk of cancer, but the right combination of foods may help make a difference. At mealtimes, strike a balance of at least 2/3 plant-based foods and no more than 1/3 animal protein. This "New American Plate" is an important cancer fighting tool, according to the American Institute for Cancer Research. Check out better and worse choices for your plate.

Fighting Cancer With ColorFruits and vegetables are rich in cancer-fighting ...

Orange Balls

2 cups vanilla wafer cookie crumbs (divide 1 1/2 cups & 1/2 cup)
1 can (6 oz.) frozen orange juice, thawed
1 stick butter, softened
1 box (16 oz.) powdered sugar

Combine 1 1/2 cups crumbs orange juice concentrate, butter and powdered sugar. Shape into small balls. Roll in reserved cookie crumbs. Put on wax paper. Refrigerate 3-4 hours in a sealed container or freeze for later use.

Changes - change juice flavor (lime, lemon, etc.) Change crumbs (graham, shortbread, etc.) Make sure crumbs...