Homemaker Chronicles

The winner for the “What’d she say” contest from this post is….

Elisha!! 

SPONGE BOB SQUARE PANTS is right! 

Listen again- she-said-what_0001 -can ya hear it?  Hilarious! 

Your prize is coming in the mail soon Elisha…

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Check out what the home school kids are capable of creating on their very own! (smile)

Huh?

What is it you ask??  

A horse and carriage of course! 

Huh? 

Are they BORED you ask? 

Nawww!!!!  They’re BRILLIANT!

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Next topic:

Lentils contain lots of proteins, including the amino acids isoleucine and lysine.  Apart from a high level of proteins, lentils also contain dietary fiber, Folate, vitamin B1, and minerals.  Lentils are one of the best vegetable sources of iron.

Do I sound like I know what I’m talking about?  Don’t get excited…

I don’t. 

This is what Wikipedia told me about a legume that I have discovered I really like!  LENTILS!!!

Infact, it became a favorite of mine this year.  Last summer I was introduced to “Lentil dip”.  It’s wonderful!!!  And best of all, it’s easy to make and very good for you!

For lunch today I made Lentil cakes…mmm mmm!  Also very healthy and easy to make. 

So, I decided to share.  Here are the recipes.

For LENTIL DIP you need:

1 cup of cooked lentils (follow the package directions for boiling them)

1/3 cup of Tofutti Sour Cream (this is tofu cream cheese- delish!)

1 tsp all purpose seasoning (I use Cavendar’s)

1/2 tsp paprika

Mix all the ingredients together and chill for about 30 minutes.  (makes about 2 servings) 

I like to eat this with black bean tortilla chips.  They have a great seasoning on them that compliments so well! 

For LENTIL CAKES you need:

1 cup cooked black beans (from a can if you prefer)

1 cup cooked lentils

1 egg

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp  cumin

1/4 cup onions chopped

3 cloves of garlic chopped

Mash the beans and lentils in a medium bowl until a thick paste is formed.  Add egg, oil, cumin, onions and garlic; mix well.  Use your hands to shape into patties (makes about 3 medium or 4 small patties).  Plop onto a griddle or non-stick skillet and cook until heated through. 

Today we ate them with salsa (ketchup for the kids), but you could also put them on a bun with cheese and lettuce to resemble a burger.

Here’s to eating healthy!

Cheers!!