Goal #11: Try 75 new recipes (14, 15, 16/75)

Goal #11: Try 75 New Recipes (14/75)

Whole Wheat Pizza Dough
www.allrecipes.com

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon white sugar
• 1 1/2 cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
• 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

Directions

1. In a large bowl, dissolve sugar in warm water. Sprinkle yeast over the top, and let stand for about 10 minutes, until foamy.
2. Stir the olive oil and salt into the yeast mixture, then mix in the whole wheat flour and 1 cup of the all-purpose flour until dough starts to come together. Tip dough out onto a surface floured with the remaining all-purpose flour, and knead until all of the flour has been absorbed, and the ball of dough becomes smooth, about 10 minutes. Place dough in an oiled bowl, and turn to coat the surface. Cover loosely with a towel, and let stand in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
3. When the dough is doubled, tip the dough out onto a lightly floured surface, and divide into 2 pieces for 2 thin crust, or leave whole to make one thick crust. Form into a tight ball. Let rise for about 45 minutes, until doubled.
4. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Roll a ball of dough with a rolling pin until it will not stretch any further. Then, drape it over both of your fists, and gently pull the edges outward, while rotating the crust. When the circle has reached the desired size, place on a well oiled pizza pan. Top pizza with your favorite toppings, such as sauce, cheese, meats, or vegetables.
5. Bake for 16 to 20 minutes (depending on thickness) in the preheated oven, until the crust is crisp and golden at the edges, and cheese is melted on the top.

I used my Kitchenaid mixer with the dough hook attachment to make this dough. It wasn't getting very doughy so I had to add more whole wheat flour until it came together. I don't know how much I added though. I was worried Jimmy wouldn't like this but he actually did. I spared him a spinach or eggplant pizza and just did a pizza blend cheese, pepperoni, onion, red peppers, black olives and tons of mushrooms. I sauteed the onion, peppers and mushrooms before putting them on the pizza. I also pre-baked the crust for about 10 minutes before adding the toppings.

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Goal #11: Try 75 New Recipes (15/75)


Asparagus Scallop Stir Fry
Simple and Delicious
March/April 2009 Edition

 

Ingredients

• 1 pound bay scallops
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 cups cut fresh asparagus (2-inch pieces)
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• 2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
• 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
• 1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
• 1/4 cup slivered almonds (I toasted mine)
• Hot cooked rice, optional

Directions

• If scallops are large, cut in half and set aside. In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, chicken broth and soy sauce until smooth; set aside.
• In a large skillet, saute the asparagus, onion and celery in 1 tablespoon oil for 3 minutes. Add mushrooms and water chestnuts; stir-fry for 2-3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Remove vegetable mixture and set aside.
• In the same skillet, stir-fry scallops in remaining oil for 2-3 minutes or until scallops are firm and opaque. Stir chicken broth mixture; add to pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add vegetables; heat through. Sprinkle with almonds. Serve with rice if desired. Yield: 4 servings.

I had Jimmy cook his scallops separate since I'm allergic. I just ate the stir fry without any meat and it was really good!

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Goal #11: Try 75 New Recipes (16/75)

Chicken-Melon Spinach SaladSimple and Delicious
July/August 2009 Edition

2-1/2 cups cubed cantaloupe

2 cups cubed cooked chicken

1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped

1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed

1/4 cup chopped onion

SALAD DRESSING:

2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons canola oil (I used Olive Oil)

4-1/2 teaspoons sugar

4-1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar

4-1/2 teaspoons ketchup

1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

1/4 teaspoon salt

2 tablespoons salted soy nuts

Directions

• In a large salad bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, sugar, vinegar, ketchup, Worcestershire and salt. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Sprinkle with soy nuts. Serve immediately. Yield: 5 servings.

I loved this salad. I've been on a salad kick lately. Especially spinach salads. I ate so much spinach last week. I don't like my salad drenched in dressing so i do it the Weight Watchers way and dip my fork in dressing then get my salad on the fork. OR I'll drizzle just a little bit of dressing on and put another bowl on top and shake it up well to coat. The canteloupe really made this salad. Don't skip that!