Chili

Chili
Originally uploaded by KS Girl

Alright, I am trying to change my eating habits and eat less fat...so we've been eating a lot of turkey. Tonight was Turkey Chili, and if I didn't tell you there was turkey in it you would have never known.

1lb of Ground Turkey (dark)
browned with:
1 T of Olive Oil
1 Clove of Garlic
1 T of Chili Pepper Flakes
2-3 T of Chili Powder
1/4 C Onions
Dash of Salt & Pepper
I have found that Turkey requires more spice than beef. So if you like it spicy use more chili powder.

after Turkey is browned
add,
1 sm can of green chilis
1/2 C of Beef Broth
2 cans of chili beans (I like Bush's or Kuner's)
1 can of black beans rinsed
1 can of Rotel like tomatoes
1 can of tomatoes, I liked the Fire Roasted Tomatoes
1 sm can of tomato paste
stir, and let come to a simmer, then serve.

Apple picking day!

Apple picking day!
Originally uploaded by KS Girl

Its was a good year for apples, as opposed to last year. My parent's neighbor invited us down to pick apples from two of his trees. He has a red delicious, and a green delicious. We picked a lot more than I think we can eat raw, so I am sure I will be making some apple goodies soon... and not just apple pie. :)

Pumpkin Bunt Cake

Pumpkin Bunt Cake
Originally uploaded by KS Girl

This was one of the easiest cakes I think I have ever made.

1pk of spice cake mix
1pk of instant vanilla pudding (4 serving size)
4 Eggs
1 1/3 C of pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
1/4 C Vegetable Oil
1/4 C Water
3/4 t of cinnamon
1/4 t of nutmeg

Bake at 350 for 40m

The original recipe is in "Cake Mix Magic" but I wouldn't be me if I didn't change it. I cut back on the oil, as I was trying to convert it to low fat. I would also probably change out the eggs for egg beaters next time.