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Microwave Breakfast Cookie
Aug 27

Aug 27 Microwave Breakfast Cookie

Elisabeth Watkins
Dessert, Breakfast, Brunch

Cookies for breakfast? Yes!! This microwave cookie recipe combines instant oats, heart-healthy walnuts, and Traina Home Grown All American Dried Fruit Blend. This recipe will be on repeat for sure.

Cheese & Fruit Pairings
Jul 26

Jul 26 Cheese & Fruit Pairings

Elisabeth Watkins
Appetizer, Snacks

Learn how a true cheesemonger goes about selecting cheese and fruit for a cheese board. Fruit is paired with mild and buttery cheese like brie all the way down to more pungent chèvre (goat) and blue cheeses.

Coconut Macaroons
Jul 8

Jul 8 Coconut Macaroons

Elisabeth Watkins
Dessert, Snacks

This easy cookie doesn’t require room temperature ingredients, so they can be made in a flash. Combine sweetened coconut with an egg white and Traina® Home Grown fruitons® Summer Blend for a easy breezy treat.

Mini Apricot Hand Pies
Jul 8

Jul 8 Mini Apricot Hand Pies

Elisabeth Watkins
Dessert, Snacks

Impress your guest with these mini hand pies filled with Traina® Home Grown fruitons® Julienned Apricot filling. They come together in a pinch with the help of refrigerated pie crust.

Italian Frittata
Jul 8

Jul 8 Italian Frittata

Elisabeth Watkins
Appetizer, Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Side

This dairy-free Italian frittata boasts flavor thanks to additions of artichoke hearts, bacon, red onion, and Traina® Home Grown fruitons® Seasoned Sun Dried Tomatoes. It can be eaten hot from the oven, room temperature, or cold.

Spicy Cucumber Salad
Jun 21

Jun 21 Spicy Cucumber Salad

Elisabeth Watkins
Salad, Side, Lunch

Thinly sliced cucumbers are coating in a spicy Asian dressing with garlic chili paste, sesame oil, and rice vinegar. It makes a great side for a hot summer day along side a grilled chicken breast or fresh watermelon.

Easy Greek Yogurt Bark
Jun 18

Jun 18 Easy Greek Yogurt Bark

Elisabeth Watkins
Candy, Dessert, Snacks, Breakfast

Easy Greek yogurt bark will keep you cool this summer and satisfy your sweet tooth. The recipe used Traina® Home Grown Summer Blend fruitons®, slivered almonds, and dark chocolate. It can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months but I doubt it will last that long.

Frozen Strawberry Lemonade
Jun 3

Jun 3 Frozen Strawberry Lemonade

Elisabeth Watkins
Drinks, Snacks

Frozen strawberry lemonade is really simple to whip up. Enjoy this refreshing drink poolside this summer.

Chocolate Zucchini Muffins
Jun 3

Jun 3 Chocolate Zucchini Muffins

Elisabeth Watkins
Breakfast, Brunch, Snacks

By microwaving the zucchini before folding it into the batter, the muffins are more moist and tender.

Shakshuka Eggs
May 12

May 12 Shakshuka Eggs

Elisabeth Watkins
Breakfast, Brunch

Shakshuka eggs are a Middle Eastern fair. It starts with creating a sauce from canned tomatoes, onion and garlic. Eggs are gently poached and seasoned with cumin and paprika.

Mexican Elote Corn
May 2

May 2 Mexican Elote Corn

Elisabeth Watkins
Side, Snacks

Elote is a Mexican street food made from fresh sweet corn slathered in mayonnaise, Mexican crema, cheese and chili. This version removes the kernels from the ear to make it easier to eat.

Cherry Limeade Soda
Apr 22

Apr 22 Cherry Limeade Soda

Elisabeth Watkins
Drinks

Try your hand at homemade soda with this recipe. It utilizes fresh sweet cherries and plenty of lime juice to create an iconic summertime drink.

Fresh Cherry Blondies
Apr 22

Apr 22 Fresh Cherry Blondies

Elisabeth Watkins
Dessert

Fresh cherries add a new twist to a traditional blondie by adding extra sweetness and a new texture.

German Style Spring Potato Salad
Apr 16

Apr 16 German Style Spring Potato Salad

Elisabeth Watkins
Side

German potato salad screams spring with the addition of English peas and fennel shavings. It is a perfect side for Easter or to accompany any picnic.

Candied Walnuts
Mar 17

Mar 17 Candied Walnuts

Elisabeth Watkins
Snacks, Dessert, Candy

Candied walnuts are easy to make with the help of a candy thermometer. Store them in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

Dried Cherry & Nut Protein Bars: Larabar Copycat
Mar 3

Mar 3 Dried Cherry & Nut Protein Bars: Larabar Copycat

Elisabeth Watkins
Snacks

If you are concerned about the ingredients in your favorite protein bars, try this recipe for homemade dried cherry and walnut protein bars. It is made with wholesome foods to bring you natural energy.

Oatmeal Bake
Mar 3

Mar 3 Oatmeal Bake

Elisabeth Watkins
Breakfast, Brunch

Oatmeal bakes are a great way to feed a crowd. Wake up to the smell of brown sugar caramelizing and nuts toasting while this dried fruit oatmeal bakes.

My 4-H Omelet
Feb 14

Feb 14 My 4-H Omelet

Elisabeth Watkins
Breakfast, Brunch

Eisabeth’s first 4-H demonstration was making an omelet. She went through the basic steps to create a breakfast dish that is easily customizable.

Breakfast Beef Strata
Dec 22

Dec 22 Breakfast Beef Strata

Elisabeth Watkins
Breakfast

Take a break from the usual pork as a breakfast protein and try swapping in beef in a breakfast beef strata.

Beet and Pickled Red Onion Salad
Nov 22

Nov 22 Beet and Pickled Red Onion Salad

Elisabeth Watkins
Salad, Side

Transform beets into a salad with orange segments, pickled onions, pistachios, and avocado.

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