Val's week of 9/2

It's been a while.... I couldn't even remember my password to get into the blog!!!

Anyway...

Tuesday: Pasta w/ cheese sauce and brocc.

Cheese sauce (new recipe):
1-16 oz can Great Northern beans rinsed and drained.
1 c. milk
1 c. shredded cheddar
1 T. minced onion flakes (or equivalent)
1/2 tsp dry mustard
1/8 tsp garlic powder (sounds like it might need more... and fresh!)
1/8 tsp pepper
salt to taste

Combine in blender and blend until smooth. Pour into small sauce pan and heat, stirring, until mixture begins to boil. Serve over pasta (or veggies/potatoes) (from: Lean and Luscious Meatless)

Wed. : Southwestern Chicken Hash (Cooking light -15 Min. cookbook) with cornbread and salad

32 oz southern style hash browns
1/2 c. chopped onions
2 1/3 c. chopped cooked chicken breast
15 oz can mexican style stewed tomatoes w/ jalapeno and spices, undrained
1 8oz can corn
1/2 tsp cumin
1/4 tsp salt

Brown potatoes and onion, add chicken and remaining ingredients, cook 5 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Stir often.

Thursday: Grill turkey burgers w/shredded cheddar and basil mixed into meat. W/ grilled veggies.

Fri: eat out!

Weekend... who knows!