Cranberry Relish With Clementines

Cranberries are high in fiber, vitamin C,

and even provide some iron. 

This is a delicious way to eat cranberries.

If you're not a fan of the sauce,

give the raw ones a try.

This is a perfect accompaniment to any poultry

in any season.

We find them in bags in the produce section.

You'll find they bounce when they're ripe.

This is easy to make and disappears quickly.

I'll make this a few times between now and January.

It's a favorite of the kid's.

1 Bag Raw Cranberries, sorted & rinsed
2 Tart Apples, cored, peeled, & chopped
2 - 3 Clementines, peeled & sectioned
1 cup Brown Sugar
1 -2 drops Almond Extract (optional)

Raw Cranberries, rinsed & sorted



Clementine





Tart Apple



Savory Sweet Potato, Black Bean Salad

I have eaten this several times at a local restaurant.

While I don't have an exact recipe,

I have scrutinized the flavors often enough

to be able to make this outstanding, original salad at home.

It's simple to make  

for a filling lunch or hearty side dish.

It's a fantastic meal for those who are wheat-sensitive,

you don't even miss your breads.

Give this recipe a try.

It's high in fiber and vitamin A.

It's economical year-round.

And it's a great meal for a pot-luck or a holiday.



Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Peel your sweet potatoes

and chop them into rough 1-inch cubes.

Coat them well with plenty of oil,

a pinch each of cumin and cayenne,

and a teaspoon or two of chili powder.

Place them into a hot oven, 400°F,

and bake for 40 - 50 minutes,

until fork-tender, but not mushy.

Once cooked, set aside to let cool.

Drain and rinse well a can of black beans.



Cooked & Rinsed Black Beans





Fresh or Frozen Sweet Kernel Corn



Add some sweet corn, fresh or frozen

so it's crunchy and sweet.

Slice some scallions to your liking,

for a bit of fresh zip.



Scallions / Green Onions

Finally, add some fresh cilantro

 for that fresh, herb flavor.



Cilantro



3-5 Sweet Potatoes

1/4 cup Canola or Olive Oil

1 - 2 teaspoons Chili Powder

pinch Cumin

pinch Cayenne Pepper (optional)

1 Can Black Beans

1 cup Sweet Corn Kernels

1/4 - 1/2 cup Chopped Scallions

1/4 cup chopped Cilantro