Cooking

Well, I've never been a great cook, but I love to try a new recipe! I have really enjoyed watching the Food Network... between that and HGTV, I'm a happy camper. I also subscribe to Kraft's Food and Family magazine, and it has some neat ideas.

Anyway, several of the shows that are DVR'ed on a regular basis on my TV are Giada at Home, Semi-Homemade Meals with Sandra Lee, and Five Ingredient Fix. While I absolutely love Giada (and wish I looked just like her), some of her recipes call for things I don't regularly have on hand. Like fresh sliced salmon or arugula...

So, I have been trying to get some ideas from Sandra -- mixing some fresh ingredients with things I have in my pantry. It's a little bit easier that way!

Here's a recipe that I got from her show, and it is so yummy!

Oatmeal--Peanut Butter Bars
1/3 C. Bisquick (I use the heart-healthy version)
1/2 C. peanut butter (I use the reduced fat kind)
1/2 C. applesauce
1/2 C. raisins
1/2 C. chocolate chips
2 C. oatmeal
1 egg
1/4 C. honey
Mix all ingredients together and spread in 8x8" greased pan. Bake at 350 for 25 min. Enjoy!

What about you? Any fun and easy cooking tips??