Cucumber Salad

Makes 4 servings

  • 6 small or 3 med cucumber chopped to 1 in pieces
  • 2 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 2 tbsp Lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 small can black olives
  • 1/4 large red onion
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup feta

Combine everything but the feat in a bowl, mix well so it is fulled dressed. Refrigerate over night and mix well before serving. Top with Feta to serve

Quick Spicy Marinara

Ingredients

  • 2 cans diced tomatoes
  • 1 tbsp oregano
  • 1 tbsp basil
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 clove of garlic, chopped
  • Fresh chopped herbs – marjoram,  thyme, savory, sage
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • Black Pepper to taste
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

Method:

Lightly strain tomatoes and set juice aside, can be used for thinning sauce while cooking or disposed of. Add all ingredients to blender. Blend until mixed well but not foamy.

Can be stored in the fridge for up to 1 week. Bring to a simmer before serving.

Chili with Corn

Makes 10 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 2 cans corn
  • 2 cans diced tomatoes
  • 2 cans black beans
  • 3 bell peppers, chopped
  • 4-5 jalapeno peppers, chopped
  • 2 tbsp Cumin
  • 2 tbsp Garlic Powder
  • 2 tbsp Chili Powder
  • Salt
  • Pepper

Method

Brown meat in pan, drain and set aside

In a large pot add tomatoes and corn without draining.  Drain and rinse black beans and add to pot.  Add the rest of the ingredients to the pot and stir.

Slow cooker: Cook on low for 8 hours

Stove top: Bring to a boil, reduce heat and let simmer for 2-3 hours stirring often so the bottom does not get burnt.