Delicio Recipe List

A recipe I created years ago and has been proven as a favorite for many over time... Prep: 15 Mins. Bake: 1-1/4 Hours Yields: 2 Loaves INGREDIENTS Wet: 3 large eggs 1/2 cup vegetable oil 2 (5.3-oz. containers) Chobani yogurt (I used peach purchased at Costco) 3 teaspoons vanilla extract Dry (Sifted through a sieve atop wet ingredients): 3 cups all-purpose flour 2 cups granulated sugar 1-1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon double-acting baking powder 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon salt Fold-in: 3 medium, ripe bananas, smashed (if small use 4, if large use 2) 1 cup raisins METHOD Preheat oven to 325 degrees (not 350 degrees or else the loaves will become too dry). Prepare loaf pans (2 regular) by spraying with baking spray; set aside. In a stand mixer bowl attached with the paddle, add eggs and beat on medium speed until light and foamy. Add oil, yogurt and vanilla extract; mix on medium speed until incorporated. Place a sieve over wet ingredients in bowl, add all dry ingredi...

You'll never miss the meat with this hearty veggie lasagna, it's full-flavored and scrumptious, especially when served with sides of warm and crispy garlic bread and a garden salad tossed with a freshly made vinaigrette... Servings: (4-6) Prep: 20 Mins. Bale: 1 hour INGREDIENTS White Sauce 1-1/2 cup 2% low-fat small curd cottage cheese 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan, plus more for topping 1 large egg, beaten 1 garlic clove, minced 1/2 teaspoon dry onion granules 2 tablespoons freshly julienned basil (from my garden) 1 teaspoon dry Italian herb blend 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Pasta 10 Curly Edged dry pasta noodles, broke in half and cooked according to pkg directions (only for 12 minutes) --drain, then pull apart using tongs to cool slightly Saut�ed Vegetable mixture 2 tablespoons Olive Oil 4 mini bell peppers: 2 orange, 2 red, diced ( from my garden ) 1/4 yellow onion, diced 2 medium zucchini, cut in half length...

First, I sear the chicken thighs, then add all the other ingredients, cover and bake for 50 minutes = absolute perfection with crispy, moist chicken and heavenly seasoned rice! Servings: 3-4 Prep: 5 Mins. Cook   10 Mins. Bake: 50 Mins. Rest: 10 Mins. INGREDIENTS Spice blend (divided): 2 teaspoons Creole seasoning (I use Tony Chachere's in the green container) 1 teaspoon Lawry's seasoning salt 2 teaspoons garlic powder 2 teaspoons onion powder 2 teaspoons paprika 1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon freshly-ground black pepper Chicken: 3-4 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs, (mine are from Costco the 3-pack tends to come with 3/4 thighs) 1/2 of above spice blend mixture (reserve other 1/2 for rice, below) 1 teaspoon Mazola oil Plus, 1 tablespoon Mazola oil for searing Rice: 1 cup raw Calrose rice (short-grain) Remaining 1/2 of spice mixture 1 tablespoon Worcestershire 2 tablespoons ketchup 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth 1 teaspoon lemon juice METHOD ...

A newly created incredible cookie that's a synch to prepare and is now my husband's favorite. What a great method in which to use the ever-infamous ripe bananas, especially when you have a 'banana lover' in house like my hubby is so we always have a never-ending supply! Yields: Appx. 4 doz. Prep: 20 Mins. Bake: 14 to 16 Mins. INGREDIENTS Wet: 3/4 cup shortening (I use Crisco), room temp 1/2 cup dark brown sugar, packed 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 large egg 2 medium-size ripe bananas, fully mashed (1 cup mashed) 1 teaspoon bourbon-vanilla extract (or regular) Dry (sift): 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon double-acting baking powder (or regular) 1/4 teaspoon table salt 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg Additions: 1-3/4 cups quick cooking oatmeal 1/2 cup craisins (or raisins), chopped to your desired fineness METHOD Preheat oven to 350F. Place aside a baking sheet topped with a silpat liner or parchment paper. In the ...

A wonderful texture and tremendous flavor you're bound to fall in love with... Yield: 1 loaf Bake: 35 to 40 Minutes INGREDIENTS: Sponge: 1/4 cup sour dough starter (straight from frig w/o replenishing) 1 cup AP Flour 1 cup warm water Mix together all the sponge ingredients in a large glass measure, cover with plastic wrap, and let site a minimum of 12 hours before making sour dough bread. Sponge you'll prepare 12 hours prior to making sour dough bread and will leave at room temperature Replenish Starter (replenish, cover and let sit out for 12 hrs, then return to frig): 1 cup warm water 1 cup AP flour Using a wooden spoon and a glass measuring cup, mix together replenish starter ingredients and pour into jar with sour dough starter. Cover and let stand at room temperature 12 hours before refrigerating. Don't forget to replenish your starter after removing a portion for your sponge ~~~~ Sandra's Sour Dough Starter recipe Sour Dough Bread dough: 1 teaspoon instant yeast...

My favorite homemade granola ingredient combo to date ~ this is a keeper! Yields: (Appx. 4-1/4 cups) Prep: 15 Mins. Bake: 30 Mins. INGREDIENTS 1st -- Pulse in food processor until half its size: 1-1/2 cups old-fashioned oats (not quick cooking) 2nd -- Pulse in food processor until the size of the 'pulsed oats' 1/4 cup whole candied pecans 1/4 cup whole walnuts 1/2 cup shelled sunflower seeds 1/4 cup sliced almonds 1/4 cup dried cranberries  1/4 cup shredded, sweet coconut 3rd -- Final addition: 1/4 cup maple syrup 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2-*3 tablespoons coconut oil, melted (takes about 40 seconds in the microwave on High) Fine-grain kosher salt, to taste Granola serving options, add: --Milk for cereal --Yogurt and fresh fruit for a layered parfait --Snack-size Ziploc bag for snacking on the go (feel free to add chocolate chips, M&M's, etc.) METHOD Preheat the oven to 300 degrees. Line a 14x17" rimmed baking pan (makes for easier stir...

Luscious fruity goodness in every bite! If you're at all like me, you won't be able to stop with only one bar... Servings: (24 bars) Prep Time: 15 Mins. Cooking Time: 28 to 30 Mins. INGREDIENTS: Dough: � cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature � cup firmly packed brown sugar 1/2 cup granulated sugar 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom � teaspoon ground ginger � teaspoon fine-grain salt 3 cups old-fashioned oats (for more crunchier bars), --Or, quick cooking oats (for chewier bars) 1 cup raisins Filling: 1-1/4 cup jarred meatless mincemeat with apples and raisins (I use Nonesuch, not the 'dry' pkg'd type) PREPARATION: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a glass 9�x11� baking dish; set aside. In large stand mixer bowl, beat together butter and sugars until creamy. Add eggs and vanilla; beat well. In medium bowl, sift through a sieve the flour, baki...

Just pulled this jewel of a pie (made from the bounty of my garden this summer) out of the oven as the hubs pulls in the driveway... Servings: (8) Prep: 30 Mins. Par-cook filling: 20 Mins. Bake: 1 hr. INGREDIENTS: Bottom Crust: 1 (10") prepared pie crust (store-bought, or Sandra's Homemade Pie Crust Recipe ) Filling: 4 cups frozen rhubarb, thawed, drained, and cut into 1/2" pieces 1 cup frozen raspberries, unthawed 1 (8 oz) can, crushed pineapple, with juices 1/4 cup raisins 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup granulated sugar 2 teaspoons bourbon vanilla extract (or regular vanilla extract ) 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger Pinch of fine-grain sea salt Crumble topping: 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 3 tablespoons brown sugar 3 tablespoons granulated sugar 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 cup chopped walnuts 4 tablespoons butter, melted METHOD: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Set aside a 10...

This light and flavorful salad n' dressing tastes very similar to major Japanese chain restaurants and pairs stupendously with Asian main dishes... Prep: 15 Mins. Servings: (6 to 8) INGREDIENTS: Dressing (Yields 1-1/2 cups) : 1/2 cup finely chopped sweet white onion 1/2 cup canola oil 2 tablespoons water 2 teaspoons ground ginger (or 2 tablespoons freshly grated) 2 tablespoons minced celery 3 tablespoons ketchup 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce 2 tablespoons honey 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic 1/2 teaspoon fine-grain sea salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Sandra's Restaurant-Style Japanese Salad Dressing (Click for recipe)... Salad: 1 bunch heart of romaine, sliced into 2-1/2" x 1/4" strips 1 carrot, shredded 3 celery ribs, thinly sliced on the diagonal Garnish: --Toasted sesame seeds METHOD: Add all dressing ingredients in order listed in blender.  Place lid on top, and blend on high speed for a minimum of 30 seconds,...

A wonderful refreshing, light and healthy summertime salad that�s a great accompaniment to any barbecue or main dish...   Servings: (4) Prep: 10 Mins. INGREDIENTS 1 cucumber, peeled, cut in quarters lengthwise, then into �� chunks � small yellow onion, thinly sliced � red bell pepper, cut into �� pieces � teaspoon freshly chopped oregano (or 1/8 teaspoon dried) 1 teaspoon freshly chopped sweet basil (or � teaspoon dried) 1 tablespon red wine vinegar 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste METHOD Add all ingredients to a small glass/ceramic (non-reactive) bowl, and toss to combine.  Refrigerate for 15 minutes prior to serving to allow flavors to meld.  Toss a final time, and serve. ~ Enjoy! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Tip:  I made this salad with what I had on hand today, although feel free to also include fresh tomato wedges and kalamata olives if you wish, just increase the amount of red wine vinegar, extra virgin olive oil and herbs,...

This is one of the simplest, healthiest, easiest comfort foods. Very often, I didn�t feel like eating anything � not in the mood, feeling low, bored of the usual breakfast/ lunch/ dinner, or simply feeling under the weather� Mum knew this would cheer me up and make me jump up and ask for more! Goes very well on a nice, rainy day � which is what got me in the mood to make it on a heavy-rainy Sunday morning. Makes: 4 (increase the quantity based on the number of pancakes you would like to make Ingredients: � cup wholewheat flour 1 tablespoon fennel seeds (saunf) 2 tablespoons sugar Water (about 3/4 th cup) 1 tablespoon milk (makes it softer) 1 tablespoon oil Method: 1.      Mix the wholewheat flour, sugar and fennel in a bowl 2.      Add the milk and water slowly, mixing well to make a smooth batter ensuring there are no lumps. It should be of pouring consistency 3.      Heat a non-stick tava and spread a generous spoon of ...

I at first served this fresh salad as is, then later with a dollop of yogurt. I found both methods to be incredibly delicious.... Serves: (8 to 10) Bearrs Seedless Limes were used  in this recipe from my indoor dwarf citrus tree... Prep: 15 Mins. Stand: 15 Mins. INGREDIENTS Dressing: 1 tablespoon honey 6 mint leaves, finely sliced 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice Fresh Fruit: 1 mango, peeled and chopped 1 papaya, peeled and chopped 1 gala apple, cored and chopped 1 granny smith apple, cored and chopped 2 cups whole red seedless grapes 6 whole strawberries, sliced 1-1/2 cup pineapple, chopped Garnish: -Sprig of whole mint leaves METHOD In a large, glass (non-reactive) bowl, whisk the lime juice, honey, and mint.  Add all the prepared fruit, toss with a wooden spoon to combine ensuring all the dressing has been incorporated. Let salad stand 15 minutes, toss, and serve. ~ Enjoy!