Recipes Master 13

If  you have ever flown Alaska Airlines then you know they have the nicest Flight Attendants ever!  Do these people ever have a bad day?  I can't possibly imagine serving 130 people stuffed into a tube and never getting a bit cranky! But these guys rock it...every day!  (okay I'm a bit prejudiced having worked at Alaska's sister company, Horizon Air for 14 years, but not as a Flight Attendant, I don't have what it takes... like the ability to not want to stuff screaming children in the overhead bin...)  These guys are truly amazing, every child remains in their seat for the entire flight, quite an accomplishment in my  book. So on a recent trip to Tucson it is no surprise that I met one of their finest, Denise W.  Not only is Denise a sweet heart of a flight attendant, she knows how to cook!  She shared this recipe with me and it's been on my mind to blog it for a month now. It's super easy, super healthy and so good you can't stop eating it!  If you are not

Biscotti is so very easy to make, easier than cookies and really impressive as a gift. This particular recipe includes coffee and a little milk to give it that cappuccino flavor.     How is it that they are drizzled in chocolate bunny you ask?   I had this beautiful Dove Chocolate bunny that had been decapitated by my daughter on Easter but  never touched again. I just couldn't see chucking the poor little guy, head or no head, it was still chocolate and good chocolate at that!  So, I chopped it up, threw some in the biscotti and melted the rest for glaze.  Damn clever if you ask me!  You could certainly use chocolate chips if you don't have a decapitated bunny lounging around.   Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup sugar 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 2 teaspoons instant coffee granules (I used Starbucks VIA...duh!) 2 teaspoons warm milk (heat in the micro for about 30 seconds)

Crisp, refreshing and easy!   This recipe calls for store bought Ranch Dressing...yes, I said it, 'Redneck Ranch'. Personally, I am not a huge fan of Ranch,  (because I am so cultured an' stuff),  but in this recipe it works. I bought the higher end brand in the cold food section, I paid more, so I am sure it is better.  If you don't like Ranch (or just don't want to admit you do), mix mayo and lemon juice...makes a sprite little dressing. (did I just say sprite when describing food?  OMG, I think I am evolving!) Ingredients 2 cups dried rigatoni pasta (which will  yield 4 cups after cooked) 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce 1 cup cubed sharp cheddar cheese 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes 1/2 cup cooked, chopped bacon (I buy the already cooked type and crisp it up in the microwave, my favorite is Trader Joe's Apple Smoked Bacon). 3/4 cup Ranch Dressing - adjust for your taste Pepper to taste Directions Cook Rigatoni according to package directions.   Drain in colander and

What I love about this salad: Rotisserie chicken from supermarket Easy Low calorie/healthy Thai peanuty goodness Inexpensive Ingredients you probably have on hand No cook Great lunch leftovers But mostly...really, really tasty!  The crunch of the cuc's and the peanuty sauce with the crispy Wontons really pack a punch! Ingredients 6 cups of your favorite salad (I used a mixture of Romain and Kale but bagged, shredded Iceburg works well too). 2 cups shredded chicken 1 sliced cucumber 1/2 cup sliced green onion 1/2 thinly sliced red pepper  8-10 Wonton wrappers 1/4 cup vegetable oil Dressing 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter 1/2 cup hot water 3 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon sesame oil Juice of one lime 1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes or hot sauce (more if  you like it spicy) 1 finely chopped garlic clove Directions Combine all dressing ingredients with a whisk and refridgerate for 15 minutes. Cut Wonton wrappers diagnolly. Heat 1/4 vegetable oil on medium high heat until just starting t