November 2, 2013 by Cissy Fridfinnsson

Fall – God’s Handiwork- Let’s Give Him Praise!!!

“Autumn, the year’s last, loveliest smile.”

William Cullen Bryant

This time of year is so beautiful. The leaves turning their amazing colors and the refreshing cooler temperatures. You can not help but stop and consider the Creator of it all.

For since the creation of the world God’s invisible qualities His eternal power and divine nature have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made, so that people are without excuse. Romans 1:20

It is always good to start at the beginning when pondering this beautiful time of year.

Genesis 1:1 In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.

As you enjoy God’s Handiwork will you give Him praise for providing such a glorious environment for us year after year. Reflect on His goodness and the promises of His word knowing that He will provide all your needs and is with you always. How can you share the Good News with someone today?

Joy Always, Cissy

November 2, 2013 by Cissy Fridfinnsson

Chicken and Spinach Taco Casserole

Chicken Taco and Spinach Casserole — Out of the oven cooked casserole

I hope you enjoy this yummy casserole. Combining spinach and Mexican spices makes it delicious and an easy way to eat your veggies. It goes together quickly and is full of flavor. My husband, Bill said it was one of the best dishes I have ever made. Now that is a sounding endorsement since I have cooked for him for over 30 years. The corn tortillas that you tear and layer in the casserole give it a great flavor and texture. I love casseroles, one dish meals. I always double the recipe and make one to share or put in the freezer. Enjoy!!!

Cooking chicken with garlic and chili powder

Salsa ready for casserole dish and the Golden Blend Tortillas (combination of wheat and corn)

Second layer of casserole torn tortillas

Cooking onions, pepper and spinach for vegetable layer

Fourth layer of casserole – the vegetables

Fifth layer of casserole – 1/2 cup cheese then your repeat layers starting with salsa but not topping with cheese. You top with cheese after baking and let it melt from the heat of the casserole.

Chicken and Spinach Taco Casserole

Delicious vegetable chicken and spinach taco cassrole

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Servings: 8

Course: Main Course

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

1 box frozen spinach, thawed and water squeezed out
8 chicken tenderloins
1 bell pepper cut into strips
1 onion cut into strips
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 teaspoons chili power
1 tablespoon Canola oil
6 tortillas, torn into pieces
2 cups salsa, either mild or hot
1 cups Mexican shredded cheese

Method

In medium bowl, mix together chicken, garlic and chili powder
In medium frying pan, cook chicken mixture till chicken is done- set aside
In medium frying pan, sauté onions, bell pepper, and spinach in the canola oil
In casserole dish, pour 1 cup salsa spreading across the pan
Top with 1/2 of torn tortillas
Top with 1/2 half chicken
Top with 1/2 vegetable mix
Top with 1/2 cup Mexican cheese
Repeat the layers starting with the salsa but not topping with cheese.
Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes
Remove from oven and top with remaining cheese and let melt from the heat of the casserole.

Notes

This casserole freezes great. Bake as above but do not add the final cheese on top.

To cook frozen casserole bake as above but add addition time, topping with cheese after cooking.

Always make sure when cooking a casserole that you are going to freeze to use a container that is oven and freezer safe. Always complete cool a casserole before wrapping tightly to freeze. I usually use aluminum foil. Enjoy!!!

October 27, 2013 by Cissy Fridfinnsson

Southwest Black Bean Chili

This is really a quick to make rich flavored Chili and one of my favorites And who doesn’t need a quick meal? The beef broth and Italian Sausage makes it different from your everyday chili. Serve it with toppings such as shredded cheese and sour cream. To complete the meal add some hot out of the oven cornbread. I like to mill corn and kamut grains to make whole grain cornbread. But, that is another Tidbit to Share with you for another day. Your family will ask for this yummy chili time and time again guaranteed. Enjoy!!!

Italian Sausage showing casing removed — Italian Sausage with casing on.

Tidbit Tip: Be sure to remove the casing from the sausage so you can crumble it. If the recipe calls for pieces of sausage you would leave the casing on and slice the sausage.