StoneGable Menu Plan~ July 26- Aug 2, 2010

<div style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">Weekly Menu</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgczBs7yWo2AJv3viaNTUiwUuEiyOPcCBie9KRDXQT1xyT4gOxjiKfSKRZ433ZVBUR5FBv8l80667fRQ1Pl7_G34EqNwEX6THCqZLKhnmVesXtpAaJvAYvT9CVknqcyuRZe883WZquhSA3z/s1600/Menu+7-26-10.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="494" hw="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgczBs7yWo2AJv3viaNTUiwUuEiyOPcCBie9KRDXQT1xyT4gOxjiKfSKRZ433ZVBUR5FBv8l80667fRQ1Pl7_G34EqNwEX6THCqZLKhnmVesXtpAaJvAYvT9CVknqcyuRZe883WZquhSA3z/s640/Menu+7-26-10.png" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">T</span>his week at<span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;"> StoneGable</span> I have quite a few projects going on.  I am making over 2 old accent tables with a coat of warm white paint, making more <span style="color: #38761d; font-size: x-large;">zucchini breads</span>, making a <span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">apron</span> (Tutorial on Saturday) and continuing to clean out my basement! And I am still cleaning up and purging my kitchen and study. <br /><br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">M</span>y garden is starting to really bring me a <span style="color: #38761d; font-size: x-large;">harvest</span> of eggplants and tomatoes. I want to try a FABULOUS sounding <span style="color: #274e13; font-size: large;">roasted eggplant, roasted pepper and garlic stack</span> that is canned. Yikes! I always plan more than I can humanly do~ That means I need to prioritize and not have too many fun <span style="color: #38761d; font-size: x-large;">adventures </span>with friends. Let's see how well that works this week!<br /><br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">A</span>s far as the menu goes, I have 2 do overs this week. I ate out both Saturday (family movie night) and Sunday so I am moving those recipes to this week.  The garden has certainly influenced my menu. Lots of zucchini, eggplant and tomatoes with<span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;"> fresh herbs</span> thrown in! I hope you are taking advantage of the<span style="color: #38761d; font-size: x-large;"> bounty</span> of the summer too!<br /><br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">Monday: </span><br /><span style="color: #38761d;">Chopped Salad</span><br /><span style="color: #38761d;">Pork Loin</span><br /><span style="color: #38761d;">Cheesy Zucchini Casserole</span><br /><span style="color: #38761d;">Twice Baked Potatoes</span><br /><br /><span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;">Recipe: Cheesy Zucchini Casserole</span><br />I still have tons of<span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;"> zucchini</span> in the garden so I have been on the lookout for good zucchini recipes. Foodie Friday is a StoneGable must do! Every Friday (well, really Thursday night after 9:00) great cooks gather to post the best recipes! And a darling blog, <span style="color: #38761d; font-size: x-large;">Singing With Birds</span> had this tummy tempting Cheesy Zucchini Casserole. Click<a href="http://singingwithbirds.blogspot.com/2010/07/37-years-with-lots-of-cheese.html?showComment=1279853753899_AIe9_BGcfU144DCA4pixyIO26_tceeeiy7sJJzCIroyrvUypFD0SCLOOAQ0y5U2vOx-lw3eMGq9t7wlnDTbF82lj7u_BGIgWvU9DCble4E9FVxL9rxjw8mZ4SKXNoSct66WCSECt8x9dwnnp3PI33USfOq0gDQZSvqZu8YmP59fSP-9upBqm11-tC2sRO8Cl5LwOXJGqZuRNKJMW_i_3aNeIKYbv3NV63PAZfyCLZUNe03ZpNc9Ebr6tHn_euObCBIrkuR3y4Mi3T1dSUsFVNPwuLoHH-D-cnjkl8NX-THlLUGhUrqjVygGGO35Q8gNFdb6ufQxZCyso3hxUHiBfmWbNrudOccwjDyYpwzvPDWjtM6fSGz75oFz7OcS3PyzUjZH4qabUz40oAJIBncN1T3AWmIqGhDGuY5prXdMeUTXQwKK9FsKVaD7yCWnSlmFZwRwRZmM4EqnjqiIaLSBYjO8A-5Ynzj0WAmFA8Sjs-wqHWJfviqo9ToTJz0ahpW5k_K-CJaVaZnLuMs72Kt3pewJBY7vJsHzeu0bi84kZf6wardkSUSIXL_JwAD27crGsRWzQlD-WB2HbC7dvTLqOaT1X5BMPmQeKwBuyj-7HdNMlBCTZrzdIyfI6V3Hzxt0kDqKqBHW-LsMFbzJgqBziWytBNgcB2Q2AVYBpE2TxUsKju95Xz0qEzSClDsh5srvmc6t1P1A6cZn9oyEvbQaPnB5C6Tb1JzRABX9vOx_gzDbi3d1DW4_bURDBgV8EstiAmfYuYMA5raP8nIy5rYEcJrkaj2WniVd61zQZ0LWi2LIF12AITiW8xldgjujuRgGMshs4Id-zCo_NftAmCYPfaZ1BAZWBzojhpA#c4807823003148402882">HERE</a> to view this wonderful side dish!<br /><br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">Tuesday</span><br /><span style="color: #38761d;">Hamburgers On The Grill</span><br /><span style="color: #38761d;">Corn On The Cob</span><br /><span style="color: #38761d;">Oven Baked Breaded Zucchini Spears</span><br /><br /><span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;">Recipe: Hamburgers On The Grill</span><br />I make a big batch of these wonderful juicy burgers and freeze them. Just take them out of the freezer, thaw and pop them on the grill! These are a real favorite at StoneGable. Click <a href="http://stonegable.blogspot.com/2010/06/stonegable-menu-plan-june-27-july-4.html">HERE</a> and look for them in Wednesday's menu.<br /><br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">Wednesday</span><br /><span style="color: #38761d;">Arugula, Shaved Parmesan, Pine Nuts In A Lemon Vinaigrette</span><br /><span style="color: #38761d;">Zucchini Stuffed Chicken Breasts</span><br /><span style="color: #38761d;">Cheesy Polenta</span><br /><br /><span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;">Recipe: Zucchini Stuffed Chicken Breast</span><br />This is a held over recipe from last week. I am very excited to try this recipe. It sounds so yummy! Click <a href="http://stonegable.blogspot.com/2010/07/weekly-menu-july-1925-2010.html">HERE</a> and look for the recipe in Saturday's menu<br /><br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">Thursday</span><br /><span style="color: #38761d;">Eggplant Parmesan Over Fresh Spaghetti</span><br /><br /><span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;">Recipe: Eggplant Parmesan</span><br />Another do over! This recipe is such a winner in my house! This is one to try! Click <a href="http://stonegable.blogspot.com/2010/07/weekly-menu-july-1925-2010.html">HERE</a> and find it in Sunday's menu.<br /><br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">Friday</span><br /><span style="color: #38761d;">Pan Seared Salmon With Cucumber Sauce</span><br /><span style="color: #38761d;">Steamed Artichokes With Aioli</span> -If you have never made Steamed Artichokes here is your chance, don't pass up this wonderful experience!!!!!<br /><span style="color: #38761d;">Garden Tomatoes</span><br /><br /><span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;">Recipe: Steamed Artichokes With Lemon Mayonnaise Dipping Sauce</span><br />4 large artichokes<br />4 lemons<br />1 cup mayonnaise (real stuff)<br /><br />To prep and cook the artichoke I am deferring to Simple Recipes.com. If you have never made an artichoke, it is easier to SEE what you are to do and this is a great tutorial. I don't use the garlic or bay leaves in the water, because I love the pure taste of artichoke! I also cut off the stem of the artichoke and leave the bottom leaves. Sit the artichoke upright in the water and on the plate to serve. Include an extra bowl to throw away scraped leaves and the choke. My husband LOVES the heart. It is worth the work!<br />Click <a href="http://simplyrecipes.com/recipes/how_to_cook_and_eat_an_artichoke/">HERE</a> for all the luscious details.<br /><br /><span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;">Lemon Mayonnaise:</span><br />Mix 1 cup of mayonnaise with 1-2 lemons. Serve with steamed artichokes. YUMMY!<br /><br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">Saturday</span><br /><span style="color: #38761d;">Ricotta Cheese Ravioli With Roasted Tomato Sauce</span><br /><span style="color: #38761d;">Broccoli Rabe Sauteed In Garlic Oil</span><br /><br /><span style="color: #38761d; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: Ricotta Cheese Ravioli</span> <br />This is a slimmer version of the classic Ravioli.<br />1/2 cup ricotta cheese (I use part-skim)<br />1/4 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese<br />1 egg<br />pinch of salt<br />1/4 tsp pepper<br />dash of freshly grated nutmeg<br />1 pkg. of wonton wrappers<br />1/4 cup basil leaves<br /><br />Bring water to boil in a large pot.<br /><br />Mix ricotta, parmesan cheese (except 2 TBS- reserve), egg, salt, pepper and nutmeg in a large bowl.<br /><br />Lightly dust a work surface with flour. Place 12 wontons on work surface and put 1 1/2 tsp of cheese mixture in the center of each wrapper. Dampen all edges with a little water. Cover each wonton with another wrapper and press 1 side together. Go around the other edges pressing to close and also to push out any air in them. Make sure all edges are completely sealed.<br /><br />When water is boiling add a handful of salt. Bring back to a boil. Add 6 ravioli to the boiling water and boil until they come to the surface, about 4-5 minutes.<br />Remove from the water and add the final 6 ravioli and cook.<br />Place Ravioli in a large shallow bowl and cover with roasted tomato sauce. Sprinkle with reserved parmesan and basil chiffonades.<br /><br /><span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;">Recipe: Roasted Tomato Sauce</span><br />If you are having a tomato explosion in your garden and don't quite know what to do with your summer bounty try roasting your tomatoes. It intensifies their flavor and the sauce freezes so well. I first learned this easy technique in a cooking class at L'Adademie De Cuisine outside of Washington DC. This recipe is not rocket science- if you have more or less tomatoes adjust your ingredients. If you have tons of fresh herbs throw some in when you process the roasted tomatoes~ just keep the flavors fresh!<br /><br />1 lb tomatoes<br />1/2 cup sliced onions<br />2-3 cloves of garlic, crushed<br />drizzle of olive oil<br />couple of sprigs of thyme<br />couple of sprigs of oregano<br />salt<br />couple of stem of fresh basil<br /><br />Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  <br />Cut tomatoes in half. If you have huge tomatoes quarter them. On a large rimmed baking sheet (I use 1/4 sheet pans from a cooking supply company) Add tomatoes, onions, garlic, thyme and oregano- leave thyme and oregano on the sprig.<br />Drizzle with a good olive oil and sprinkle with salt.<br />Bake for 1- 1 1/2 hours.Tomatoes should be collapsed and juices reduced. Remove from oven. Remove the sprig of the thyme and oregano. At this point you could add the leaves back over the tomatoes.<br /><br />Process in a food processor or blender. Add basil and process until somewhat blended. I like to add a little extra olive oil. I am not a fan of huge tomato chunks so I process it rather smooth. It is your preference.<br />*To make this a cream sauce, add 1/4 cup chicken stock and 1/4 cup light cream when processing. Adjust the amount of chicken stock to the amount of tomatoes.<br /><br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">Sunday</span><br /><span style="color: #38761d;">Smoky Black Bean Soup</span><br /><span style="color: #38761d;">Baked Tortilla Wedges With Garden Salsa</span><br /><br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: Smoky Black Bean Soup</span><br />1 TBS olive oil<br />1 large onion<br />2 garlic cloves<br />1 (14 1/2 oz) can of chicken stock<br />1/2 cup water<br />1 large ham hock<br />2 cups frozen corn (I'll use fresh off the cob)<br />1 can black beans, rinsed 2x's<br />1 cup mild salsa<br />1 tsp chipotle chili powder<br />1 tsp cumin<br />juice of 1 lemon  (I use more, I like it very lemon infused)<br />sour cream<br />grated extra sharp cheddar cheese<br />tortilla strips<br />chopped green onions<br /><br />Heat oil in a large pot. Add onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. <br />Add chicken stock, water and ham hock. Bring to a boil and simmer with lid askew for 30-40 minutes. If liquid level looks too low, add more water.<br /><br />Stir in corn, beans, salsa, chile powder and cumin to stock. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes. Turn off heat, remove ham hock and squeeze in lemon and stir. Shred ham and return to soup.<br /><br />Divide into bowl, add a dollop of sour cream, grated cheese, tortilla strips and green onions. OLE'<br /><br /><span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;">Recipe: StoneGable Garden Fresh Salsa</span><br />I don't get too complicated when I have fresh from the garden ingredients! <br />3-5 large tomatoes, chopped in small pieces<br />2 green onions, finely chopped including green tops<br />1 clove garlic, pressed<br />1 jalapeno pepper, without seeds or membranes, chopped very fine (I don't like heat so I don't add this to mine)<br />1 handful cilantro, chopped finely<br />2 TBS fresh parsley, chopped finely<br />1-2 TBS good olive oil<br />salt<br />juice of 1 lime<br /><br />Mix in bowl and serve with tortilla chips. <br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">Have a wonderul week!</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjt9Vomix231oYstZzHp1QsxAp7Lj_PdfxxD19VR2NBi6zhmLIBEgamji3rNO3v-GNnkgoQnopDaBLx36NkOxb-zqYgAEGHBNQ_nxxIAI3HoZ7EL00q5ShuI0_Aw8cdvaD92hTRJfwtqTCt/s1600/Bon+Appetit+7-26-10.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" hw="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjt9Vomix231oYstZzHp1QsxAp7Lj_PdfxxD19VR2NBi6zhmLIBEgamji3rNO3v-GNnkgoQnopDaBLx36NkOxb-zqYgAEGHBNQ_nxxIAI3HoZ7EL00q5ShuI0_Aw8cdvaD92hTRJfwtqTCt/s640/Bon+Appetit+7-26-10.png" width="466" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><script type="text/javascript">var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? 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StoneGable Menu Plan~ July 26- Aug 2, 2010

Weekly Menu T his week at StoneGable I have quite a few projects going on.  I am making over 2 old accent tables with a coat of warm white...

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Sunday Scripture~ July 25, 2010

<div style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #783f04; font-size: x-large;">Sunday Scripture</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicigsiR0aNfDuaUMX_nxtPUOrv3KOKbl2yv-IZdC_F_KeBNvdipciyM3lDA1bsm4wWoEQwYcp2CjTwt9q2k0IVoWmnjJ8KNybC0d4j31vTPHAzYuB2otcrxIffvFXStpeGNH2myMU28-ia/s1600/Copy+of+DSC05768.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" hw="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicigsiR0aNfDuaUMX_nxtPUOrv3KOKbl2yv-IZdC_F_KeBNvdipciyM3lDA1bsm4wWoEQwYcp2CjTwt9q2k0IVoWmnjJ8KNybC0d4j31vTPHAzYuB2otcrxIffvFXStpeGNH2myMU28-ia/s640/Copy+of+DSC05768.JPG" width="556" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: right;">Vineyard on the road to Jerusalem, Israel</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #783f04; font-size: x-large;">I am the true vine, and My Father is the vinedresser.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #783f04; font-size: x-large;">I am the vine, you are the branches; he who abides in Me and I in him, he bears much fruit; for apart from Me you can do nothing.</span>  Jn 15:1,5</div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><script type="text/javascript">var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/script%3E")); </script></div><script type="text/javascript">try { var pageTracker = _gat._getTracker("UA-11244474-1"); pageTracker._trackPageview(); } catch(err) {} </script><br /><br /></div>

Sunday Scripture~ July 25, 2010

Sunday Scripture Vineyard on the road to Jerusalem, Israel I am the true vine, and My Father is the vinedresser. I am the vine, you are the ...

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POPSICLES!!!

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So I was inspired to make my own frozen treats to keep on hand. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">All I can say is S-L-U-R-P!!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Making homemade popsicles is so much fun and they taste like heaven on a stick! Much better than the store bought kind!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">With very little equipment, ingredients and time you can have a frosty, juicy, lip smacking snack! These luscious pops will make you very popular on hot days!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I made them all pink or pinkish for Pink Saturday, but get creative and whip up a flavor that freezes your tastebuds!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPKwsiw-1yQKGDejGVA0_0_8l5JCqF-PoOg2hl5Jna2FFu9u9gXdvHyxKM6smj4qBIbD0fqclVyHZmZ0lr-kSl052HyWIYGQ93BGSLFRyJgxVTOvvKpFSwHqMpvONwKApPEy8oZxDeThfI/s1600/Pop+1.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="516" hw="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPKwsiw-1yQKGDejGVA0_0_8l5JCqF-PoOg2hl5Jna2FFu9u9gXdvHyxKM6smj4qBIbD0fqclVyHZmZ0lr-kSl052HyWIYGQ93BGSLFRyJgxVTOvvKpFSwHqMpvONwKApPEy8oZxDeThfI/s640/Pop+1.png" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #e06666; font-size: x-large;">StoneGable Signature Pink Pop</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">aka~ Raspberry Pomegranate Mint</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">2 boxes of fresh raspberries or 1 large bag of frozen raspberries</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1/2 cup pom juice (the real kind)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1/4 cup sugar (or splenda)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">8-12 mint leaves</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Process raspberries, pom juice and sugar in the blender or food processor until smooth. Strain seed through a fine sieve and return liquid to blender or food processor. Add mint leaves. Use the minimal amount, you can always taste it and add more!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Blend well.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Pour in popsicle mold and freeze for at least 4 hours. If you don't have a popsicle mold a paper cup, cupcake mold, drinking glass or anything that will hold liquid can be used. Just let it freeze for an hour or so and pop a craft stick into it. Then back into the freezer until completely frozen!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>                                   <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEbK0QUe_kS4q4q0MdMD3B1NwgabsqK3zLe1zgM-ZPu23Xp0JK2VvHaJDMI5hdHjKYXugFRURNCSa6sYY2B6DYyJ_DHjLJpKwQ0omIBDpfMuyzRS9QNZ2e06wZm8iNC9yAir2tnheSVDnH/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_7904.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" hw="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEbK0QUe_kS4q4q0MdMD3B1NwgabsqK3zLe1zgM-ZPu23Xp0JK2VvHaJDMI5hdHjKYXugFRURNCSa6sYY2B6DYyJ_DHjLJpKwQ0omIBDpfMuyzRS9QNZ2e06wZm8iNC9yAir2tnheSVDnH/s640/Copy+of+IMG_7904.JPG" width="428" /></a><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>                     <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFVtDmSVSZnc7tN1xLHVp1H9ZY4US_d59ocQeDGaLPQ9YrfJAoveSLHSrfreoXIzVrBswR3Z25yHA7kFZDZN2ASW85nSkwRz6xE6tCeXAj_LaL1iVLCnQz8wDlZ8D36-XxtVyUIeVkS9fZ/s1600/Pop+2.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" hw="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFVtDmSVSZnc7tN1xLHVp1H9ZY4US_d59ocQeDGaLPQ9YrfJAoveSLHSrfreoXIzVrBswR3Z25yHA7kFZDZN2ASW85nSkwRz6xE6tCeXAj_LaL1iVLCnQz8wDlZ8D36-XxtVyUIeVkS9fZ/s640/Pop+2.png" width="526" /></a><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #e06666; font-size: x-large;">Chocolate Raspberry Swirl</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">2/3 cup semi sweet chocolate chips</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1 TBS unsweetened cocoa powder</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1 TBS corn syrup</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1/4 cup heavy cream</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1 container of chocolate yogurt</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1 container raspberry yogurt</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1 container vanilla yogurt</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">3 TBS sugar</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">In a saucepan mix chocolate chips, unsweetened cocoa powder, corn syrup and heavy cream. Heat until the chocolate chips have melted and mixture is smooth. Remove from heat and add chocolate yogurt.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">In a separate bowl, add raspberry yogurt, vanilla yogurt and sugar. Mix well.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Line a loaf pan with plastic wrap.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Spread chocolate over the bottom of the loaf pan.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Drop raspberry yogurt mixture in dollops on top of the chocolate.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Using a knife, make a figure 8 motion through the mixture until they swirl together.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Freeze for at least 6 hours.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Remove block of chocolate raspberry swirl from loaf pan to cutting board.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Cut into 1 1/2 inch slices.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Use a sharp knife to make a slit in the side of the bar and put the popsicle stick in the knife slit.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Refreeze to secure stick.  This will make a rich, thick and satisfying treat!!!!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">For added decadence, dip in melted chocolate and sprinkle with nuts. Freeze immediately!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCrwAKtz5RZq6NRQkoP6SmGn79VemKdX_KmrLO1JdV1HcuNA57rabk13UAUW519RGFVldoVeBnseULKlTYhazHt3Tc2giKbcaP3BMSYhSewLwlqOc9fHuV9iFrsIsn8KwT-VQ1Dp3yizWN/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_7902.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" hw="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCrwAKtz5RZq6NRQkoP6SmGn79VemKdX_KmrLO1JdV1HcuNA57rabk13UAUW519RGFVldoVeBnseULKlTYhazHt3Tc2giKbcaP3BMSYhSewLwlqOc9fHuV9iFrsIsn8KwT-VQ1Dp3yizWN/s640/Copy+of+IMG_7902.JPG" width="428" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnyRPGQ4qbL8DapiW0Ext_LuvLAebXBzTc0ls2m-Z45FRzDIydnMZBx7QEvFC45R0APEOnf3xTcOUnsKyMCbrBVR1SSEey6HXiK4vb4eL7Aqhi5ZqZLcZ7b9B2J_OplmJr3OnWpexrhJGD/s1600/Pop+3.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="512" hw="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnyRPGQ4qbL8DapiW0Ext_LuvLAebXBzTc0ls2m-Z45FRzDIydnMZBx7QEvFC45R0APEOnf3xTcOUnsKyMCbrBVR1SSEey6HXiK4vb4eL7Aqhi5ZqZLcZ7b9B2J_OplmJr3OnWpexrhJGD/s640/Pop+3.png" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #e06666; font-size: x-large;">Strawberry Vanilla Swirl</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">3 cups Strawberries</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">2 TBS sugar</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1 container of vanilla yogurt</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">dash of vanilla</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Combine strawberries and sugar in a food processor or blender until smooth.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Mix vanilla into the yogurt. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Using a popsicle mold, add 2 TBS vanilla yogurt to the bottom of each popsicle form. Add 2 TBS strawberry mixture on top of the vanilla. Continue to layer until full. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Using a knife, reach to the bottom of the mold and move knife in a figure 8 motion until swirled nicely.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Freeze for at least 4 hours.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfHbJ3N5wlLM4Spa3DzLrzDHbvtE0cWdOF3NI38pjUuwK0dNRQLcvbimqLHnnQcCjGwI9OHRNq_pzZB7kD8Wlqj1yxmMwj-hmb88fc7zW0OocdG0RkaJ12fdzRo_IU6GppqLYuMdnBcY3k/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_7942.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" hw="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfHbJ3N5wlLM4Spa3DzLrzDHbvtE0cWdOF3NI38pjUuwK0dNRQLcvbimqLHnnQcCjGwI9OHRNq_pzZB7kD8Wlqj1yxmMwj-hmb88fc7zW0OocdG0RkaJ12fdzRo_IU6GppqLYuMdnBcY3k/s640/Copy+of+IMG_7942.JPG" width="640" /></a><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">These are just 3 of the myriads of scrumptious popsicle treats you can make to beat the heat this summer!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div align="center"><script type="text/javascript">try { var pageTracker = _gat._getTracker("UA-11244474-1"); pageTracker._trackPageview(); } catch(err) {} </script></div></div>

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