Corn and Smoked Mozzarella Mashed Potatoes

CORN AND SMOKE MOZZARELLA MASHED POTATOES

These potatoes were absolutely delicious.  The addition of the smoky mozzarella was amazing!  This was the perfect side for our Rio Grane Meat Loaf!  Highly recommended!

CORN AND SMOKED MOZZARELLA MASHED POTATOES
(Cooking Light)

Yield: 8 servings (serving size: 3/4 cup)

INGREDIENTS:
Cooking Spray
3 cups fresh corn kernels (about 6 ears)
2 1/2 pounds red potatoes, quartered
3/4 cup 2% reduced-fat milk
1/2 cup (2 ounces) shredded smoked mozzarella cheese
3 tablespoons butter, softened
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

DIRECTIONS:
Heat a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat. Add corn; sauté 5 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool.

Place potato in a saucepan, and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 15 minutes or until tender.

Drain and return potato to pan. Add milk, cheese, and butter; mash to desired consistency. Cook 2 minutes or until thoroughly heated, stirring constantly. Add corn, cilantro, and remaining ingredients, stirring to combine.

Nutritional Information: Calories: 240 (27% from fat), Fat:7.2g (sat 4.1g,mono 2.1g,poly 0.6g), Protein:7.2g, Carbohydrate:39.7g, Fiber:4g, Cholesterol:19mg, Iron:1.5mg, Sodium: 325mg, Calcium:77mg

Cooking Light, OCTOBER 2002

Roasted Garlic Zucchini

ROASTED GARLIC ZUCCHINI

I'm always looking for tasty ways to get in our veggies. This is a recipe I use on my broccoli, but I decided to give it a try with zucchini. It turned out excellent.

ROASTED GARLIC ZUCCHINI

INGREDIENTS:
2 large zucchini
lots of sliced garlic (I use 5-8 cloves, depending on their size)
lemon pepper, to taste
salt, to taste
crushed red pepper, to taste (optional)
a couple swirls of olive oil

DIRECTIONS:
Preheat oven to 425 degrees.

Clean the zucchini. Chop off the ends and discard them. Chop the zucchini into thin slices. Slice the garlic. Place the sliced garlic and zucchini on a baking sheet and add the remaining ingredients. Toss to coat.

Roast in the oven for approximately 15 mins, or until cooked through.

Spicy Garlic Roasted Broccoli

SPICY GARLIC ROASTED BROCCOLI

This is ladychicago's famous broccoli recipe. It is, honestly, the only way to eat your broccoli. The flavor is amazing. Be prepared to fight for the garlic slices leftover in the pan! Enjoy!

INGREDIENTS:
2 large broccoli florets
olive oil
4-5 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced (or more, or less)
crushed red pepper, to taste (optional, but recommended)
salt, to taste
lemon pepper (or black pepper), to taste

DIRECTIONS:
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees.

Clean the broccoli by rinsing with cold water. Next, trim the base of the stem. Cut the broccoli into large chunks and place on a baking sheet.

Coat the broccoli with olive oil. Add the garlic slices, crushed red pepper, salt and lemon pepper. Toss to coat.

Bake for 15-20 mins, or until the garlic begins to lightly brown.