Mom's are always running, am I right? And when you hit menopause, you're running hot and cold! So welcome to Hot and Cold Running Mom...where you'll find mostly easy recipes (because who has time for complicated ones!), helpful household hints and a few crafts. Note: NOT just for Menopausal Moms!
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Bacon coated in maple syrup and spices creates a crispy, sweet crust locking the moisture in this delicious air fried chicken breast. Ingredients: 4-5 oz boneless, skinless chicken breast 1/2 tsp smoked paprika 1/4 tsp garlic powder 1/4 tsp dry minced onion salt and pepper to taste 1-2 slices of bacon 1 1/2 tsps maple syrup Mix the smoked paprika, garlic powder, dry minced onion, salt and pepper…
Zucchini in the batter steams inside the muffin while it bakes keeping the crumb tender while not affecting the taste. And diced apple just adds a little sweetness to these not-too-sweet muffins. Ingredients: 2 cups flour 1 cup milk 1 cup grated zucchini, unpeeled and wrung out in a dishtowel 1 cup peeled, diced apple 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 cup butter, melted 1 tsp vanilla 2 eggs 4 tsps baking powder…
This simple, rustic dish uses garden tomatoes and zucchini to make a light sauce that clings to the tender pappardelle noodles. Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil 4 oz egg pappardelle 1 cup cherry tomatoes 1 cup zucchini, sliced in half or quarter moons 2 tsps minced garlic zest of 1/2 lemon juice of 1/2 lemon 1 1/2 cups packed baby spinach salt and pepper to taste 1/4 cup 10% cream 3 tbsps reserved…
These crunchy topped scones with a soft and tender inside and juicy bursts of blueberry are best served fresh from the oven. And you can use up that zucchini that was hiding in the garden! Ingredients: 3 cups flour 1/3 cup sugar 1/4 tsp salt 1 tbsp baking powder 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1/4 tsp allspice 6 tbsps cold butter 1 cup milk 1 cup grated zucchini 1 cup blueberries, fresh or frozen Preheat oven to…
Originally she called it Tian de Courgettes au Riz featuring zucchini, rice, onions, garlic and parmesan cheese. Julia Child made the recipe with 2 lbs of zucchini but I cut the portions down to serve 1-2 people. Ingredients: 1/2 lb zucchini 1/4 cup diced onion 1/2 - 1 tsp minced garlic 1 tbsp olive oil 3/4 cup + 2 tbsps zucchini juice and enough milk or 10% cream to reach that amount 3 tbsps…
Savory salmon with sweet chunks of mango, hints of garlic and lime. Ingredients: 1 1/4 lb salmon fillet 1 mango, peeled and diced 3 tbsps plum sauce 2 tsps grainy mustard 1 tbsp soy sauce 1 tbsp lime juice 2 tsps grated ginger 2 tsps minced garlic 1/4 tsp allspice pinch cayenne pepper chopped mint to garnish Mix everything together except the mint. Place salmon fillet on a parchment lined baking…
Tender cake like muffins loaded with juicy blueberries. Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups flour 3/4 cup sugar 2 tsps baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 1/3 cup vegetable oil 1 large egg 1/3 cup milk, or more as needed 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries Preheat oven to 400°F. Line 10 medium cup muffin tin with paper liners. Whisk the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt together. Pour vegetable oil into a measuring…
Why is it that crepes just feel a little fancy for dinner? These ones were made on my old Braun Electric Crepe Maker but store bought will work just fine. The filling is a savory mix of chicken, spinach and cheese in a cream sauce. A glass of chilled white wine compliments perfectly! Ingredients: 6 - 7" crepes 1 medium boneless chicken breast 1 cup packed baby spinach leaves 2-4 tbsps 10% cream…
Here's a garlicky and salty, quick and simple side. Ingredients: 8 oz bean sprouts 1 quart water 1 tsp salt Dressing: 1 1/2 tsps chopped young chives 1 tsp minced garlic 1 tsp sesame oil 1/2 tsp toasted sesame seeds pinch sugar 2 pinches of salt 1 tsp soy sauce (optional) Bring water and salt to a boil, then add the bean sprouts for 1-2 minutes. Next dump them into a colander and rinse well with…
This is a super simple old fashioned dessert. Warm blueberry peach cobbler with a scoop of vanilla ice cream is the perfect summertime indulgence! Ingredients: 3 cups sliced peaches. Fresh, frozen or canned and drained 2 cups blueberries, fresh or frozen 1 cup sugar, divided 1/2 cup butter, melted 1 cup flour 1 1/2 tsps baking powder 1/4 tsp salt 1 cup milk 1 tsp vanilla Toss fruit with 1/2 cup…
