World Diabetes Day

World Diabetes Day

It's World Diabetes Day and I am baking cookies>>> 1/4 cup shortening4 ounces (1/2 cup) unsweetened applesauce1 large egg1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup all-purpose flour1 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons Splenda, No Calorie Sweetener, granular2 tablespoons (packed) light brown sugar1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon cinnamonNonstick cooking spray Directions Preheat oven [...]

Chicken and Rice Soup

Chicken and Rice Soup

Morning Thursday Food bloggers- Today is cold outside in South Louisiana -time for soup  1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 medium yellow onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 medium carrots, chopped 2 celery ribs, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices 4 fresh thyme sprigs 1 bay leaf 2 quarts chicken stock or broth, ( use homemade from chicken)  1 cup of water 1 cup long grain white rice, uncooked 2 cups shredded cooked chicken,(from making chicken stock) First in a large pot place chicken and chopped onion,celery [...]