In honor of St. Patrick's Day on March 17th, my church is planning a Sunday dinner with a green theme. It's always fun to see what creative dishes may appear from some of the best cooks in the county!
I've eaten Lemon-Lime Gelatin Salad at many potluck dinners but never made it myself so I'm hoping St. Patrick's Day will hopefully bring me good luck in the kitchen! After all, legend says that each leaf of the clover means something: the first is for hope, the second for faith, the third for love and the fourth for luck.
Lemon-Lime Gelatin Salad
1 (3oz.) pkg. lime gelatin
1 (3oz.) pkg. lemon gelatin
2 cups boiling water
1 cup crushed pineapple, drained with juice reserved
1 cup small curd cottage cheese
1 cup cream or evaporated milk
1 c. mayonnaise
1/2 cup chopped pecans
Directions:
In a large measuring pitcher, mix reserved pineapple juice and enough water to yield 2 cups. Pour into a pot and bring to a boil. Add the lime and lemon gelatin mixes and stir until completely dissolved.
Stir the mayonnaise and evaporated milk together in a mixing bowl. Stir in the gelatin mixture until completely blended. Mix in the crushed pineapple, cottage cheese, and pecans. Pour the gelatin mixture into a serving bowl. Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.
Happy St. Patrick's Day!
Tuesday, March 11, 2014
Monday, March 10, 2014
Dairy Bull Shares Daylight Savings Attitude
Even though Daylight Savings Time reminds us that spring is just around the corner, I must admit I really hate to give up my hour of sleep! It will take me a few days to get adjusted to the change and I will be the first to admit, my attitude for a few days is a lot like the dairy farm bull--mean and ornery!
Although we use artificial insemination for breeding dairy heifers and cows, we still keep registered Holstein bulls on the farm to assist our breeding program. Holstein bulls are known for having bad attitudes and must be treated with respect. Even if they act friendly, we handle them with great care for everyone's safety. This particular bull enjoys standing by the fence anytime we are near, pawing at the ground and loudly bellowing.
my attitude will eventually improve but the bull's never does!
Thursday, March 6, 2014
Dairy Celebrates National Nutrition Month
Since March is National Nutrition Month, it's the perfect time to focus on exploring new foods, flavors and as the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics states "Enjoy the task of eating right". Eating right includes not only making informed food choices but developing sound eating habits and physical activity habits.
Dairy foods are a perfect fit for celebrating National Nutrition Month!
I'm planning a personal celebration by trying some tasty nutritious recipes from Dairy Makes Sense that will expand my nutritional horizons. I'm living proof---you're never too old to improve my eating habits or try new recipes!
Roasted Asparagus with Chive Yogurt Ranch Dressing
Ingredients for dressing:
3/4 cup low-fat Greek style plain yogurt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup low-fat buttermilk
3 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
For asparagus:
1 1/2 pounds asparagus
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
Preparation:
In a medium bowl, whisk together yogurt, garlic powder, onion powder,pepper and salt. Slowly pour in buttermilk, whisking constantly. Mix in chives. For best results, make dressing ahead of time and let sit in refrigerator overnight.
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Wash and break ends off of asparagus. On a baking sheet with a lip (like a jelly roll pan), place asparagus and drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper; toss until fully coated. cook for 10-12 minutes (depending on size of stalks). Let cool 5-10 minutes before serving.
For each serving, divide asparagus into six shallow bowls and pour 1/3 cup dressing on top.
Dairy foods are a perfect fit for celebrating National Nutrition Month!
I'm planning a personal celebration by trying some tasty nutritious recipes from Dairy Makes Sense that will expand my nutritional horizons. I'm living proof---you're never too old to improve my eating habits or try new recipes!
Roasted Asparagus with Chive Yogurt Ranch Dressing
Ingredients for dressing:
3/4 cup low-fat Greek style plain yogurt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup low-fat buttermilk
3 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
For asparagus:
1 1/2 pounds asparagus
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
Preparation:
In a medium bowl, whisk together yogurt, garlic powder, onion powder,pepper and salt. Slowly pour in buttermilk, whisking constantly. Mix in chives. For best results, make dressing ahead of time and let sit in refrigerator overnight.
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Wash and break ends off of asparagus. On a baking sheet with a lip (like a jelly roll pan), place asparagus and drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper; toss until fully coated. cook for 10-12 minutes (depending on size of stalks). Let cool 5-10 minutes before serving.
For each serving, divide asparagus into six shallow bowls and pour 1/3 cup dressing on top.
You can enjoy the taste of eating right with dairy!
Wednesday, March 5, 2014
Dairymom's Thankful Thursday
Just as these pregnant cows and heifers are waiting patiently for their afternoon grain to be fed,
we're anxiously waiting to welcome new baby calves to our dairy farm!
Even though we welcome new babies any time,
I'm thankful that these cows and heifers will calve in warmer temperatures and without sleet, snow or ice!
Sunday, March 2, 2014
Where Will You Celebrate National School Breakfast Week?
Winter just won't give up in Northwest Arkansas!
It's been a day of sleet, snow and extremely cold temperatures.
It's been a day of sleet, snow and extremely cold temperatures.
Even though our local schools are closed tomorrow, I'm sure other students across the country will begin celebrating National School Breakfast Week, March 3-7,2014.
School breakfast is important for every student because research states that feeding a child's mind with a nutrient rich breakfast supports better performance in school.
As a dairy farmer, I'm proud to support activities that encourage good nutrition and physical activity through the Fuel Up to Play 60 program. Encouraging school breakfast is one component of this program. School breakfast is convenient,healthy, and a timesaver for families with busy schedules.
While our cows will be getting a nutritious breakfast on the farm, I hope students in your family or neighborhood are enjoying a nutritious breakfast at school!
Friday, February 28, 2014
Thank a Peanut Farmer Day
As a peanut butter fan, I can't think of a better way to kick off the month of March than by celebrating Peanut Butter Lovers' Day! It's also a perfect day to thank all the peanut farmers in the United States for raising a crop that produces a food I enjoy so much in a variety of ways.
Did you know we've even got peanut farmers in Arkansas? It's a fairly new crop to our state, but in 2012, eighteen thousand acres were planted in the eastern and southern counties of Arkansas. Those counties have the perfect dry, sandy soil and climate that peanut plants love.
Double Peanut Butter Cookies is one my favorite peanut butter cookie recipes from the October 1980 issue of Southern Living magazine. It's a perfect cookie for any peanut butter lover on any day and goes great with a glass of milk!
Double Peanut Butter Cookies
Ingredients:
1 1/2 cup flour
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup shortening
3/4 cup creamy peanut butter,divided
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1 Tablespoon milk
Directions:
Combine flour, sugar, soda, and salt; cut in shortening and 1/2 cup peanut butter with pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse meal. Stir in corn syrup and milk.
Shape dough into long roll,2 inches in diameter; wrap in waxed paper and chill 2-3 hours or until firm.
Unwrap roll, and cut into 1/4 inch slices; place half of slices on ungreased cookie sheets. Spread each with 1/2 teaspoon peanut butter. top with remaining cookie slices and seal edges with fork. Bake at 350 degrees for 10-12 minutes.
Yield: 2 dozen
Bessie and I will be celebrating Peanut Butter Lovers' Day with a glass of milk.
How about you?
Did you know we've even got peanut farmers in Arkansas? It's a fairly new crop to our state, but in 2012, eighteen thousand acres were planted in the eastern and southern counties of Arkansas. Those counties have the perfect dry, sandy soil and climate that peanut plants love.
Double Peanut Butter Cookies is one my favorite peanut butter cookie recipes from the October 1980 issue of Southern Living magazine. It's a perfect cookie for any peanut butter lover on any day and goes great with a glass of milk!
Double Peanut Butter Cookies
Ingredients:
1 1/2 cup flour
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup shortening
3/4 cup creamy peanut butter,divided
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1 Tablespoon milk
Directions:
Combine flour, sugar, soda, and salt; cut in shortening and 1/2 cup peanut butter with pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse meal. Stir in corn syrup and milk.
Shape dough into long roll,2 inches in diameter; wrap in waxed paper and chill 2-3 hours or until firm.
Unwrap roll, and cut into 1/4 inch slices; place half of slices on ungreased cookie sheets. Spread each with 1/2 teaspoon peanut butter. top with remaining cookie slices and seal edges with fork. Bake at 350 degrees for 10-12 minutes.
Yield: 2 dozen
Bessie and I will be celebrating Peanut Butter Lovers' Day with a glass of milk.
How about you?
Wednesday, February 26, 2014
Dairymom's Thankful Thursday
As I made my way to the County Administration Building on Monday to file for the 2014 election, I thought a lot about what a privilege and honor it is to serve as Justice of Peace for District 9.
I'm thankful for the opportunity to represent Benton County residents as a citizen legislator.
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