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Cherry Vanilla Ice Cream

July 20, 2017 by Dinner Tonight

Looking to cool off from this Texas heat?  Try making our Cherry Vanilla Ice Cream for a cool treat!

 

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  • CourseDessert, Kid Friendly
  • CuisineDessert
Servings
5
Servings
5
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  • CourseDessert, Kid Friendly
  • CuisineDessert
Servings
5
Servings
5
Ingredients
  • 2 cups frozen dark cherries
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups nonfat vanilla greek yogurt
  • 1 cup fat free half & half
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  1. Blend frozen cherries, vanilla extract, greek yogurt, and half & half in a large blender.
  2. Pour in a baking loaf pan.
  3. Cover and press against surface with wax paper and freeze until solid (1-2 hours).
  4. Serve and enjoy! Top with a few pitted fresh cherries.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: cherries, cherry, dessert, Desserts, five, frozen yogurt, Heart Healthy, ice cream, kid friendly, summer

Slowcooker Baked Potatoes

April 27, 2017 by Dinner Tonight

Make batches of baked potatoes in your slow cooker! Make the most of all your kitchen tools by using your slow cooker to prepare baked potatoes and keep your oven or microwave open.


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Slowcooker Baked Potatoes
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  • CourseMain Dish, Side Dishes, Vegetables
Servings
4
Servings
4
Ingredients
  • 4 russet potatoes
  • olive oil for brushing
  • herbs to taste
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  1. Scrub potatoes under cool running water and let dry.
  2. Prick each potato at least 8 times.
  3. Lightly brush each potato with olive oil, season with herbs of your choice. Be ware of adding too much sodium to your potatoes!
  4. Individually wrap each potato in foil (wrap tightly).
  5. Place in slow cooker and don't overfill.
  6. Cook on low for 8 hours or until tender when pressed with a mitten. Caution: potatoes will be hot when removed from slow cooker.

Filed Under: Recipes, Tips & Tricks Tagged With: five, potato, potatoes, side dish, Side Dishes, Slow Cooker, tip, tips and tricks, Vegetarian

Raspberry Banana Fruit Bites

February 6, 2017 by Dinner Tonight

Raspberry Banana Fruit Bites - Title CardNeed a healthy treat to share this Valentine’s Day? These Raspberry Banana Fruit Bites are the perfect snack to share with your loved ones! [Read more…] about Raspberry Banana Fruit Bites

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: Desserts, five, fruits, Holidays & Parties, Snacks

Roasted Rosemary Sweet Potatoes

January 6, 2017 by Dinner Tonight

Roasted Rosemary Sweet Potatoes are a perfect easy way to cook with this flavorful vegetable instead of just baking them.

Bowl of roasted sweet potatoes with seasonings.
Bowl of roasted sweet potatoes with seasonings.
Bowl of roasted sweet potatoes with seasonings.
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12 1/2 cup servings
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Bowl of roasted sweet potatoes with seasonings.
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  • CourseSide Dishes, Vegetables
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12 1/2 cup servings
Servings
12 1/2 cup servings
Ingredients
  • 3 lbs.(6 cups) sweet potatoes peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 4 sprigs rosemary chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 red onion sliced
Servings: 1/2 cup servings
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  1. Wash your hands and clean your cooking area. Preheat saute pan to medium heat on the stove top.
  2. Combine sweet potatoes and olive oil in the pan and saute until potatoes are bright and tender.
  3. Add Rosemary to the pan and continue stirring.
  4. Add garlic and onion, and cook until soft and aromatic.
Recipe Notes

Roasted Rosemary Sweet Potatoes

Nutrition Facts
Serving size 1/2 cup (128g)
servings per container 12

Amount per serving
Calories	140					

% Daily Value
Total Fat	4.5	g			6	%	
Saturated Fat	0.5	g			3	%	
Trans Fat	0	g					
Cholesterol	0	mg			0	%	
Sodium	65	mg			3	%	
Total Carbohydrate	24	g			9	%	
Dietary Fiber	4	g			14	%	
Total Sugars	5	g					
Added Sugars	0	g			0	%	
Protein	2	g					

Vitamin D	0	mcg			0	%	
Calcium	38	mg			2	%	
Iron	1	mg			6	%	
Potassium	400	mg			8	%

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: five, roasted, rosemary, side dish, Side Dishes, sweet potatoes

Spinach Quesadillas

December 13, 2016 by Dinner Tonight

Looking for an easy and quick dinner tonight? Try our simple spinach quesadillas, and easy dinner to whip up quickly for your family.Spinach Quesadillas a recipe by Dinner Tonight


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Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 pound fresh spinach
  • 1 teaspoon canola oil
  • 8 Yellow Corn Tortillas approx. 6 or 7-inch diameter
  • 1/4 cup salsa drained
  • 3/4 cup lowfat monterey jack cheese shredded
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Stovetop Instructions
  1. Clean your area and wash your hands before you begin.
  2. Place spinach in colander in sink and run water over the greens. Drain and pat dry.
  3. Chop the washed spinach.
  4. Add vegetable oil to skillet and sauté fresh spinach quickly over medium heat until soft.
  5. Place 4 tortillas on a work surface.
  6. Spread half of the 3/4 cup cheese evenly on each tortilla.
  7. Top the cheese with 1 Tablespoon salsa, followed by 1/4 cup of cooked spinach.
  8. Evenly spread remaining cheese on top of the spinach on each tortilla.
  9. Top with remaining tortillas and press firmly.
  10. Cook each quesadilla in skillet over medium heat until cheese melts and tortillas are golden brown, about 3 minutes per side.
Air Fryer Instructions
  1. Clean your area and wash your hands before you begin.
  2. Place spinach in colander in sink and run water over the greens. Drain and pat dry. Chop the washed spinach.
  3. Add vegetable oil to skillet and sauté fresh spinach quickly over medium heat until soft.
  4. Set the air fryer to 350°F and preheat for 3 minutes
  5. Place 4 tortillas on a work surface.
  6. Spread half of the 3/4 cup cheese evenly on each tortilla.
  7. Top the cheese with 1 Tablespoon salsa, followed by 1/4 cup of cooked spinach.
  8. Evenly spread remaining cheese on top of the spinach on each tortilla.
  9. Top with remaining tortillas and press firmly.
  10. Place quesadilla on the air fryer basket/tray and cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side.
Recipe Notes

Spinach Quesadillas Nutrition Facts Serving size 1 quesadilla (274g) servings per container 4 Amount per serving Calories 260 % Daily Value Total Fat 8 g 10 % Saturated Fat 3 g 15 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 15 mg 5 % Sodium 420 mg 18 % Total Carbohydrate 35 g 13 % Dietary Fiber 4 g 14 % Total Sugars 5 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 14 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 314 mg 25 % Iron 6 mg 35 % Potassium 1002 mg 20 %

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: air, air fry, air fryer, five, kid friendly, lunch, main dish, quesadillas, spinach, Vegetarian

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