JANUARY 15, 2025
PREPARE HOMEMADE GELATIN CITRUS SNACKS
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It’s citrus time! Prepare for your family’s next snack attack with 100% pure fruit juice that gets magically transformed into whimsical, eyecatching citrus bowls and slices. This recipe uses unflavored gelatin and scooped-out orange, lemon, lime or grapefruit halves. Later, when you hear a midafternoon “I’m hungry” groan, say, “It sounds to me like it’s
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BY DONNA ERICKSON
ITALIAN CRUSTED SALMON WITH CREAMY TRUFFLE CAESAR SALAD
GRILLED ZUCCHINI NACHOS
Prep time: 10 minutes
Servings: 4
time to eat some art.” Here’s how to make the healthy sunshine snack:
Prep time: 10 minutes
HOMEMADE GELATIN IN CITRUS BOWLS
Cook time: 8 minutes
Citrus Bowls: First, prepare the scooped-out citrus halves. Choose two or more of the
Cook time: 20 minutes
Servings: 2 As part of the journey, it’s important to rethink nutrition 1 clove garlic, minced and your recipe repertoire to 1 teaspoon lemon juice include better-for-you meals. 2 teaspoons chopped, For example, you can satisfy fresh rosemary seafood cravings while getting 1/2 teaspoon honey your protein fix with Italian 1/4 teaspoon salt Crusted Salmon with Creamy 3 tablespoons panko Truffle Caesar Salad. This onepan solution is paired with a breadcrumbs Fresh Express Twisted Creamy 3 tablespoons finely Truffle Caesar Chopped Salad chopped walnuts Kit, inspired by high-end dining 1 teaspoon olive oil experiences with flavors that 2 salmon fillets transport you to the finest nonstick cooking spray restaurants around the world. 1 bag (9.3 ounces) Fresh The kit allows you to indulge Express Twisted Caesar in crunchy garlic brioche Creamy Truffle Caesar croutons paired with garden Chopped Kit Salad fresh crispy romaine lettuce, delicate sprinkles of truffle 2 lemon wedges Parmesan cheese shreds and (optional) creamy dressing, transforming Heat oven to 425 F. Line every bite into a sensation to be sheet pan with parchment savored. paper. With more than 100 varieties In small bowl, combine of fresh, healthy and convenient garlic, lemon juice, rosemary, ready-to-eat salads, Fresh honey and salt. In another Express can also provide recipe small bowl, combine inspiration and support on your breadcrumbs, walnuts and olive journey toward a healthier oil. lifestyle. The unique blend of Place salmon on prepared little red and green baby butter sheet pan. Spread mustard lettuces in the Sweet & Crunchy mixture over fish; sprinkle with Salad Blend is perfect for panko mixture, pressing to adding to Grilled Zucchini adhere. Lightly coat with Nachos, a delightfully tasty nonstick cooking spray. alternative to traditional nachos. Bake 12-15 minutes, or until This veggie-forward version fish flakes easily with fork. offers a healthier dinner idea or Place greens from salad kit an easy snack for game day in large bowl. Drizzle with gatherings and other group dressing; mix well. celebrations. Evenly divide salad among Visit freshexpress.com to two plates. Top with salmon. discover more than 380 fresh Serve each with lemon wedge, recipes and find a store near if desired. you.
following depending on size: oranges, lemons, limes or grapefruit. Cut fruit in half evenly lengthwise or around the circumference. Insert a paring knife just between the white pith and the fruit in each half, then remove the fruit pulp to form bowls. 4
medium zucchini, sliced into 1/4-inch thick rounds 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil salt, to tastepepper, to taste 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded 1 bag (5 ounces) Fresh Express Sweet & Crunchy Salad Blend 1 cup canned corn, cooked and drained 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained 1 cup tomato, diced 1/4 cup green onions 1/4 cup red onions 1 jalapeno, finely diced (optional) 1 avocado, diced 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped 1 tablespoon sour cream Heat grill to medium heat. In large bowl, toss zucchini and olive oil to coat. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Place zucchini on grill pan; grill 4-5 minutes until just tender. Top zucchini with cheese and cook until cheese melts, 1-2 minutes. Remove from grill and place on plate or large platter. Top cheesy grilled zucchini with salad blend; corn; black beans; tomato; green and red onions; jalapeno, if desired; avocado; cilantro; and sour cream.
(Use removed fruit for salads or snacking as desired.) For stability, set empty citrus bowls perfectly upright into small bowls or in sections of a muffin tin. If citrus bowls are wobbly, carefully trim a bit off of the base, being careful not to pierce all the way through. Set them aside while you prepare the gelatin.
Homemade Fruit Juice Gelatin: Makes 4-6 servings 2 cups pure, 100% fruit juice 1-2 tablespoons honey 2 (1/4-ounce size) envelopes unflavored gelatin (such as the Knox brand) In a medium-sized saucepan, heat 1 1/2 cups of juice. Bring to a boil and remove from heat. While juice is heating up, stir remaining 1/2 cup of juice into two envelopes of unflavored gelatin in a medium bowl with a spout and let stand for 1 minute. Add the hot fruit juice and stir until the gelatin is completely dissolved. Then stir in honey. Cool slightly and pour into the preprepared citrus bowls. Refrigerate until firm. When set, serve with a spoon and eat the gelatin right out of the citrus bowl. Or slice into wedges with a sharp knife. Alternate Idea: Use 1 (3-ounce) box of gelatin such as the Jell-O brand as an alternative to homemade gelatin. Use the Jigglers recipe on the side of the box for firmer gelatin. *** Donna Erickson creates relationships and community through food and fun. Find more to nourish and delight you at www.donnaerickson.com. (c) 2025 Donna Erickson Distributed by King Features Synd.
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