Month: October 2011

Nani’s Turkey and Black Bean Chili

I had some ground turkey that I wanted to use, so I searched my pantry to see what I might have to go with it. I found some black beans and tomatoes. It was a cool, fall day so I decided to make some chili. The chili was a huge success and another family favorite recipe has found it’s way into my blog.

Ingredients

  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 Tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon basil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • (2) 15 ounce cans seasoned black beans
  • (2) 14.5 ounce cans diced tomatoes
  • (1) 6 ounce can tomato paste
  • red pepper flakes, to taste (optional)

Directions
Saute the onions and garlic in olive oil. Add ground turkey and brown. Add remaining ingredients and simmer for 1 hour. Adjust seasonings to your tastes.

Nani Tip
If you are a Penzey spice fan, you can use 2 to 3 Tablespoons Arizona Dreaming in place of the spices or in addition to lesser amounts of the other spices.

Audrey’s Frozen Chocolate Dessert

Audrey"s Ice Cream Dessert
Audrey”s Ice Cream Dessert

I was recently asked to participate in a email recipe “chain letter”. I decided to try it, and it was no surprise when I only received one recipe! These things just never seem to work for me. This is the recipe that I received and although I have not tried it yet, it does indeed sound yummy! I am sure it would be a big hit with any family.

Ingredients

  • 24 ice cream sandwiches or amount needed to cover pan x 2
  • 1 large container Cool Whip
  • 1 jar hot fudge sauce
  • 2 crushed Health Bars

Directions

In 13×9 pan make two layers in this order
1. 12 ice cream sandwiches
2. Spread layer of Cool Whip
3. Sprinkle with Crushed bars
4. Drizzle hot fudge sauce
Put in freezer. Set out short time before serving to cut.