Sesame Noodles

This is perfect as a side dish, quick lunch, meatless meal or anytime.

1 package thin noodles

1 - 2 T. low sodium soy sauce

1/4 tsp each: salt, pepper, granulated garlic 

1 - 2 tsp. each:  sesame oil, sesame seeds

1/2 - 1 tsp. lime juice

Pinch red pepper flakes

Cook rice noodles according to package.

Remove noodles from heat, drain noodles in colander, place in a clean bowl. 

Combine: soy sauce, salt, pepper, sesame oil, lime juice, pepper flakes, garlic in small bowl.  

Stir with fork to mix well.  

Pour over noodles, toss to coat. 

Top noodles with sesame seeds, toss to mix. 

Serves 4.

Recipe To Help Others

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Whether it's from fires, floods, storms, earthquakes, tornados, hurricanes, many families are devestated, lives changed. 

On the side of this page are links to organizations that are helping in relief efforts. 

Any donation would be appreciated.

Thank you for making a difference.

Simply Fish

Sometimes simple meals are the best.

This is perfect for a simple dinner or anytime.

I've used flounder, but you could use the fish that you like.

1 lb. fish fillets

2 - 3 T. oil

1/4 tsp. each: salt, pepper, granulated garlic

1/2 - 1 tsp. lemon juice

Remove fish from the refrigerator, set aside.

Preheat skillet to medium high heat, lower to medium. 

Add oil to skillet. 

Place fish in pan.

Sprinkle salt, pepper, garlic, on fish.

Squeeze some lemon juice on fish. 

Cook on one side for a 3 - 5 min. Keep an eye on it so it  doesn't overcook. 

Flip fish over repeat process on other side for a few minutes, more.

Serves 4.

Everything's Coming Up Bagel Seasoning

You don't need a bagel to enjoy this.

I'll put this on anything consumable. You find black sesame seeds in your grocery store or online.

You can adjust amounts if desired.

1 - 3 T. each: sesame seeds, black sesame seeds 

1 - 2 tsp. each: poppy seeds, dried minced onion, dried minced garlic

1/8 - 1/4 tsp. each: salt, pepper

1/8 tsp. red pepper flakes

In a clean spice jar combine ingredients. 

Place lid on jar,  shake for a few seconds to mix. 

Serves 4 - 6.

Goodness From The Garden Sauce

This is perfect for summer or anytime.

1 pkg. pasta

1/2 c. each: chopped onion, chopped tomato, chopped pepper

1 - 2 cloves crushed & chopped garlic. 

2 - 3 T. olive oil

1/4 tsp. each: salt, pepper, dried parsley, dried basil

Pinch red pepper flakes

Cook pasta according to directions.

Peel, rinse, chop onions.

Rinse, chop tomatoes.

Peel, rinse, crush chop garlic. 

Rinse, seed, chop pepper. 

Preheat skillet to medium heat, add oil. 

Add tomatoes, onions, garlic, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, parsley, basil, peppers, sauté for a few minutes.

When pasta's done, turn off stove, drain pasta in a clean colander. 

To serve: 

Put pasta on a plate, spoon sauce over pasta.

Serves 4.

Bless You Boys Botanas

Happy 325th birthday Detroit, happy 125th anniversary Tigers.

 What's better than watching the Tigers on a perfect Detroit afternoon.

This is perfect for watching thr Tigers or anytime.

1 bag each: blue, white corn tortilla chips

1 c. each: chopped onion, chopped orange bell pepper, 

1 lb. lean ground beef

2 T. oil

1/4 tsp. each: salt, pepper 1 - 2 c. shredded Colby/Jack cheese

1 can diced tomatoes
1/3 c. sliced pitted olives
1 tsp. fresh chopped cilantro or parsley

1 jalapeño chopped

1/2 c. each: sour cream, guacamole

1 c. jarred salsa (optional)
Non stick cooking spray

Preheat oven to 350’ F.

Spray baking sheet with non stick cooking spray.

 Spread tortilla chips on baking sheet, set aside. 

Peel, seed, rinse, chop vegetables.

Peel, rinse, chop onions. 

Preheat skillet to medium high heat, lower heat medium.

Add oil, meat, onions, salt, pepper, tomatoes to skillet. 

Cook meat for 8 - 10 minutes. 

Top chips with meat and your favorite fixings, place in oven for a few minutes or until cheese melts.

Keep an eye on this, so they don’t burn.

Remove chips from oven, top chips with guacamole, sour cream, cilantro, jalapeño, salsa.

Serves 4 - 8. 

Fish Meunière

Happy Bastille Day all!

This is perfect for supper or anytime.

1 lb. fish fillets

1/4 - 1/2 c. flour

1/4 tsp.  each: salt, pepper, parsley

1/4 c. each: shallots, butter

2 - 3 T. olive oil

Peel, rinse, chop, shallots, set aside.

In a clean dish combine, flour, salt, pepper. Stir with a clean fork to mix. 

Add fish to flour and dredge fish lightly on both sides.

Preheat a skillet to medium high heat, lower heat to medium heat, add oil.

Add fish to pan and cook on 1 side for a few minutes.

Flip fish over and cook on other side for a few minutes more or until done. 

When fish's finished cooking, place on a clean plate.

Lower heat, add butter, shallots, parsley. 

Cook butter for a few minutes, stirring with a rubber spatula. 

Turn off stove and spoon sauce over fish. 

Serves 4.