Microwaves with Inverters

I've always known that I didn't want an "inverter" microwave, but now I'm sure I'll never have one. Not even if somebody gave it to me. This is not the only brand of microwave that has inverters. There are others. It usually says on the box if it's an inverter. Buyer beware.

Low Calorie Apple Butter

Trying to cut down on sugar and calories doesn't always have to be painful. I made some apple butter in my baby crockpot that doesn't pack on a lot of calories but also doesn't compromise flavor.

Here's the recipe:

4 or 5 non-tart apples (sliced and cored)
3/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 cup Truvia instead of sugar

Cook on low for about 10 hours. It's good to stir frequently or use a potato masher when apple are softened.

This fills a 1 pint jar.

If you prefer to make regular apple butter and would like to view my process, go HERE

Chicken Celery Soup

l large chicken breast
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 cup shredded cabbage
1/2 cup sliced or shredded carrots
1 sliced tomato (cut into quarter slices)
2 stalks chopped celery
1/2 cup mushrooms
1/4 cup sliced onion
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro*
1/2 teaspoon course sea salt
ground pepper to taste
1 tablespoon lemon juice


Put all ingredients into a small (2 qt) crockpot and cook on low for 6 hours.

*The leaves of one stalk of cilantro is sufficient. Too much cilantro overpowers rather than enhances flavor.


**Recipe should be doubled or tripled for larger crockpots over 2 quarts.

Buffalo Chicken Dip

 A coworker recently brought this dip to work. I had never had it before and it was really good. If you are attending a "bring a dish" Super Bowl party, it would be a good thing to take.
 

INGREDIENTS:

8 oz. pkg. cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup blue cheese or ranch salad dressing

1/2 cup FRANK'S® REDHOT® Original Cayenne Pepper Sauce or FRANK'S® REDHOT® Buffalo Wing Sauce

1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese or shredded mozzarella cheese

2 cans (12.5 oz. each) SWANSON® White Premium Chunk Chicken Breast in Water, drained

DIRECTIONS:

Combine ingredients and place mixture into small slow cooker. Cover pot. Heat on HIGH setting for 1 1/2 hours until hot and bubbly or on LOW setting for 2 1/2 to 3 hours. Stir.

Makes 4 cups

View original recipe with tips at Franks Redhot Recipes