Tiki Snack Mix

Tiki Snack Mix

Tiki Snack Mix

Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time30 mins
Total Time50 mins

Ingredients

  • 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

Instructions

  • 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.

White Sauce

White Sauce

Ingredients

  • 20 oz Milk
  • 2 oz Butter or Margarine
  • 2 oz Flour
  • Salt and Pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  • 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.
Chocolate & Peanut Butter Protein Bars

Chocolate & Peanut Butter Protein Bars

Chocolate and Peanut Butter Protein Bars (or Balls)

Ingredients

  • 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

Instructions

  • 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.

Classic Mexican Guacamole

Classic Mexican Guacamole

Ingredients

  • 1 Large Ripe Avocado
  • 1 Freshly Squeezed Lime
  • 1 Onion (minced or finely chopped)
  • 1 Jalapeño (minced or finely chopped)
  • 1/4 tsp Salt

Instructions

  • In a bowl, mash the avocado to the consistency you like.
  • Add remaining ingredients.

Curried Parsnip Soup

Curried Parsnip Soup

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp Vegetable Oil
  • 1 tbsp Butter
  • 1 Red Onion (chopped)
  • 3 Parsnips (chopped)
  • 2 Garlic Cloves (crushed)
  • 2 tsp Garam Masala
  • 1 1/2 tsp Chili Powder
  • 1 tbsp Plain A.P. Flour
  • 3 3/4 cup Vegetale Stock

Instructions

  • Heat oil and butter until melted, add onions, parsnips, garlic and sauté for 5-7 min, stirring until soft.
  • Add spices and cook 30 seconds, sprinkle flour in, mix well for 30 seconds. Stir in stock, lemon rind and juice.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Blend the soup to the chunkiness you want. (You can reserve some of the chunks for add after to a smoother soup)
  • Season to taste.