Garlicky Green Beans

I found this recipe in a cook book many years ago and thought that I would try it. I love going to the Chinese buffets and the green beans are my most favorite item on the buffet and these come very close to tasting the same!

Garlicky Green Beans

1 lb fresh green beans
1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 Tbsp butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 c white wine
1 tsp chicken bouillon
black pepper to taste

Trim beans and wash and drain well. Heat oil and butter on medium to high heat in a 12 inch non-stick pan. Add the beans and stir to coat with the butter and oil mixture. Stir occasionally. Meanwhile, peel and mince garlic and add to the pan. Lower the heat to med and cook stirring for 4-5 mins. or until beans turn bright green throughout.
Add the wine and bouillon. Raise the heat to high and bring everything to a sizzle. Lower the heat t0 medium stirring frequently for 5 mins. or until beans are crisp tender. Season with pepper to taste and serve at once.

Serves 4

Zucchini Patties

Do you have an over abundance of zucchini this year? Well if you are like most people the answer to that question is yes! Well here's a great recipe to use up some of those "Larger" ones!

Zucchini Patties

Ingredients
2 cups grated zucchini
2 eggs, beaten
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
salt to taste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Directions
1. In a medium bowl, combine the zucchini, eggs, onion, flour, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, and salt. Stir well enough to distribute ingredients evenly.
2. Heat a small amount of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Drop zucchini mixture by heaping tablespoonfuls, and cook for a few minutes on each side until golden. Serves 4

Corn Fritters

My dad LOVED corn fritters and I made them for him often. He loved to put maple syrup on them right before he ate them, I just liked mine plain.

Corn Fritters

1 14.75 oz can cream style corn
2 cups flour
1/2 tsp salt
4 tsp baking powder
2 eggs
2 tbsp sugar
Canola oil for frying

Combine all ingredients. Heat oil and drop fritters by spoonfuls into hot oil and cook until
golden brown. Drain on paper towel and serve

Zucchini Hot Dish

This is an old, old, old recipe that my family has made for years and years. It is something that I grew up with and just love. It's easy to make and great for when you have an over abundance of zucchini.

Zucchini Hot Dish

5 c cubed zucchini
2 c cubed toast, not buttered
2 c cubed American cheese
1 med onion, chopped
1 beaten egg
4 tsp butter
1/2 tsp garlic powder
salt and pepper to taste

Mix and bake 1 1/4 hour at 350 degrees. Cover while baking.

See I told you it was easy!!!

Stir Fried Green Beans

This is my favorite vegetable and is my most favorite thing to get at the Chinese buffet! I finally found a recipe that tastes just as good as the buffet and very easy to make!

Stir Fried Green Beans

2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 lb trimmed, fresh green beans
6 cloves garlic, chopped
1/2 tsp salt
1 tbsp soy sauce

Over high heat warm oil. Fry beans and garlic for 5 mins, stirring occasionally and keeping the high heat to singe the beans. Add salt and soy sauce, stir, cover, and reduce heat to med-low. Stew 4 mins. Transfer to a bowl and serve immediately!

I hope you enjoy these as much as I do!