Archive for the ‘Appetizers & Soups’ Category

Classic Bruschetta

Tuesday, November 18th, 2008

1 loaf (1 pound) Italian bread
1/3 cup olive oil
1/3 cup chopped fresh basil or 2 tablespoons dried basil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
10 medium size plum tomatoes, seeded & chopped

Preheat the broiler. Place the bread cut side up on baking sheet and broil for 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown. Place on a large serving platter. In large bowl combine the remaining ingredients; mix well until blended, and then spoon over the toasted bread. Cut & serve.

For fewer calories, spray the cut slices of bread with a flavored cooking oil spray like PAM Garlic flavor.

Makes 8-10 slices

Easy Pumpkin Soup

Wednesday, October 29th, 2008

This is a simple recipe for pumpkin soup. You can adjust the spices to your taste.

1 can pure pumpkin
1/2 sautéed onion
Pinch of garlic powder
Pinch of cinnamon
Pinch of nutmeg
1 cup heavy cream
Salt and pepper

Place all ingredients in a pot and cook for 25 minutes on medium heat. Add the heavy cream and cook an additional 5 minutes. Serve warm.
Makes 4 servings