Month: May 2025

Delicious Seven Layer Salad Recipe

May 20, 2025
Seven Layer Salad

Credit: Meredith Photo Studios

Seven Layer Salad Recipe

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 pound bacon*
  • 1 large head iceberg lettuce – rinsed, dried, and chopped
  • 1 red onion, chopped
  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen green peas, thawed
  • 10 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese 
  • 1 cup chopped cauliflower

*Non-meat substitute: Plant-based bacon strips

DRESSING INGREDIENTS

  • 1 ¼ cups mayonnaise
  • ⅔ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar

DIRECTIONS

  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels; crumble and set aside.
  • To make the salad: Place chopped lettuce in a large glass dish or bowl; top with a layer of red onion, peas, shredded cheese, cauliflower, and bacon.
  • To make the dressing: Whisk mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, and sugar together in a bowl until smooth. Drizzle over salad and refrigerate until chilled.

Source: AllRecipes.com

Discover the Benefits of Iceberg Lettuce

May 19, 2025
Iceberg Lettuce

Head of Iceberg Lettuce

What Is Iceberg Lettuce?

Iceberg Lettuce is a vegetable with tightly furled pale green leaves. It is characterized by a crisp and crunchy texture, and a mild, sweet flavor. Iceberg Lettuce grows in a spherical head that resembles cabbage.

Iceberg Lettuce is low in carbohydrates and has a low glycemic index of 32. One cup of shredded Iceberg Lettuce contains only 10 calories. Iceberg Lettuce helps with blood clotting, supports eye health and fetal development.

Iceberg Lettuce Nutrition

While Iceberg Lettuce has nutritional value, it is known as the salad green with the least amount of nutrition.

  • Vitamins A, C and K
  • Calcium
  • Folic Acid
  • Iron
  • Folate
  • Manganese

How To Prepare Iceberg Lettuce

Iceberg Lettuce adds a crisp and crunchy texture to lunch or dinner side dishes.

  • Sandwiches
  • Tacos
  • Burgers
  • Wraps
  • Pasta Salad
  • Vegetable Salad

Pecan Sandies Cookie Recipe

May 13, 2025
Pecan Sandies

Pecan Sandies Recipe

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 1/2 cups white sugar divided
  • 1 cup butter softened
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup confectioners’ sugar sifted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups chopped pecans

DIRECTIONS

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Beat 1 cup white sugar, butter, oil, and confectioners’ sugar together in a large bowl with an electric mixer until smooth.
  • Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla extract.
  • Combine flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt in a medium bowl; stir into egg mixture until dough comes together. Mix in pecans.
  • Place remaining 1/2 cup white sugar into a small shallow bowl. Shape dough into 1 inch balls and flatten slightly. Roll in sugar to coat evenly.
  • Place cookies 2 inches apart onto ungreased cookie sheets.
  • Bake in preheated oven until the edges are golden, 10 to 12 minutes. Remove cookies to wire racks to cool completely.

Recipe Source: AllRecipes.com

The Nutritional Benefits of Pecans: A Superfood Guide

May 12, 2025
Raw Pecans

What Are Pecans?

Pecans are a nutrition powerhouse loaded with vitamins and minerals. They are very filling and make a great snack. For culinary purposes, pecans are considered nuts. Botanically, pecans are classified as a fruit.

Pecans grow on trees In Texas, Georgia, Arizona, Oklahoma, and New Mexico. They have a hard outer shell and look a lot like walnuts when opened. Pecans have a rich, buttery flavor.

Pecan Nutrition

Pecans contain over 15 vitamins and minerals. They are a superb source of antioxidants and have the highest antioxidant capacity compared to eight other tree nuts.

  • Vitamin B1, B2, B3, B5, and B6
  • Vitamin A, C and K
  • Folate
  • Manganese
  • Copper
  • Zinc
  • Magnesium
  • Phosphorus
  • Iron
  • Potassium
  • Calcium
  • Selenium
  • Antioxidants: Vitamin E, Lutein, Zea-xanthin, and Phenolics, Omega-3

Pecan Health Benefits

  • Arthritis Management
  • Heart Health
  • Immune System Support
  • Bone Health
  • Diabetes Control
  • Prevents Inflammation
  • Disease Prevention
  • Skin Care
  • Eye Care
  • Improves Digestion

How To Use Pecans In Recipes

  • Add to salads for crunch and sweetness
  • Mix into morning cereal
  • Use them in trail mix
  • Bake a pecan pie
  • Bake pecan cookies
  • Bake an upside down pecan apple pie