by Allan Cochrane | Nov 22, 2018 | Munchies, Recipes, Sides
Hummus
Prep Time10 mins
Total Time10 mins
- 15 oz can of chickpeas or 1 1/2 cups (250g) cooked chickpeas
- 1/4 cup (60ml) fresh lemon juice (1 large lemon)
- 1/4 cup well-stirred tahini
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- 2 tbsp (30ml) extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 2-3 tbsp (30-45ml) water
- Dash ground paprika, for serving
- Salt to taste
In the bowl of a food processor, combine the tahini and lemon juice and process for 1 minute. Scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl, then process for 30 seconds more, making the hummus smooth and creamy.
Add the olive oil, minced garlic, cumin and a 1/2 teaspoon of salt to the whipped tahini and lemon juice. Process for 30 seconds, scraping the sides and bottom again, then process another 30 seconds or until well blended.
Open, drain and rinse the chickpeas. Add half of the chickpeas to the food processor and process for 1 minute. Scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl, then add the remaining chickpeas and process until thick and quite smooth for 1 to 2 minutes.
Most likely the hummus will be too thick or still have tiny bits of chickpea. To fix this, with the food processor turned on, slowly add 2 to 3 tablespoons of water until you reach the perfect consistency.
Taste for salt and adjust as needed. Serve hummus with a drizzle of olive oil and dash of paprika. Store homemade hummus in an airtight container and refrigerate up to one week.
by MammaT | Mar 11, 2018 | Munchies, Recipes, Sweet Bites
Mum’s Scones (Biscuits)
- 8 oz Plain Flour (All Purpose)
- 1 tsp Bicarb of Soda
- 2 tsp Cream of Tartar (If you have soy milk, only use 1 tsp)
- 2 oz Butter (chilled)
- 5 oz Milk and Water Mix
- 1 pinch Salt
Mix and sieve flour, bicarb, cream of tartar and salt.
Rub in butter to resemble breadcrumbs.
Add liquid until all combined and ?
Cut into squares, use a cutter, etc.
Place a baking sheet and back for 10 minutes max. (Less for small ones) in over at 400 degrees.
You can add 4 oz strong cheese after 2.
Yields 12 large/ 24 small
by MammaT | Mar 11, 2018 | Munchies, Recipes, Sweet Bites
Tiki Snack Mix
Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time30 mins
Total Time50 mins
- 8 Thick Slices of Meaty Bacon
- 3 cup Salted Peanuts
- 4 Candied Pineapple Rings (cut into 1/3" triangles)
- 2 tbsp Sesame Seeds
- 1 tbsp Low Sodium Soy Sauce
- 1 tbsp Honey
- 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Arrange the bacon in a single layer on a rack set over a large rimmed baking sheet. Bake for 30 minutes, until bacon is crisp. Drain on paper towel and cut into ½ inch strips.
In a bowl, toss bacon with the peanuts, pineapple, sesame seeds, soy sauce, honey and cayenne. Spread on a rimmed baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes, stirring once until bacon is brown.
Season the mix with salt and stir occasionally until cool. Serve and enjoy.
A delicious snack for parties or family night in front of the TV.
*Tip: If you are allergic to peanuts, swap them out for another nut.
by MammaT | Mar 11, 2018 | Recipes
White Sauce
- 20 oz Milk
- 2 oz Butter or Margarine
- 2 oz Flour
- Salt and Pepper (to taste)
Melt butter in a thick bottom pan.
Add flour and mix in until a firm mixture.
Cook for a little bit longer.
Gradually add milk and stir each time until smooth.
Allow to reach a low boil, remove from heat and use.
by MammaT | Mar 11, 2018 | Breakfast, Munchies, Recipes
Chocolate and Peanut Butter Protein Bars (or Balls)
- 1 cup Oats
- 1/3 cup Honey
- 1/2 cup Natural Peanut Butter
- 1 cup Shredded Coconut
- 1 Square of Milk or Dark Chocolate
- 2 Scoops of Chocolate Protein Powder
Combine all the ingredients in a large bowl. Mix together with a spoon.
Roll into balls and place on a plate covered in wax paper.
Top the plate with aluminum foil and place balls in refrigerator for 30 minutes before consuming.
by MammaT | Mar 11, 2018 | Recipes
Classic Mexican Guacamole
- 1 Large Ripe Avocado
- 1 Freshly Squeezed Lime
- 1 Onion (minced or finely chopped)
- 1 Jalapeño (minced or finely chopped)
- 1/4 tsp Salt
