Alex’s Broccoli Coleslaw
1 large head fresh broccoli, use only florets
2 carrots, grated
1 (3 oz) package chicken Mr. Noodles dry soup mix (or alternative
brand name)-noodle part only
1 cup snow peas, torn into 3 pieces
Handful bean sprouts
2 bunches green onions, chopped.
Dressing
1 cup olive oil
1/3 cup white wine vinegar
1/2 cup white sugar
1 cup sunflower seeds
Directions:
In a medium container (Tupperware) combine oil, vinegar, sugar, sunflower seeds and soup mix.
Place lid on container and shake. Refrigerate at least one hour before serving or overnight.
In a large bowl layer broccoli, carrots, crushed soup mix noodles only (set seasoning/soup mix aside), snow peas, bean sprouts and green onions.
Shake dressing well and pour dressing over salad 10 minutes before serving.
Yields 7 servings.
Bible Text: Proverbs 3:6
“In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.”
Janice’s Barley Lentil Soup
1 Tbsp (15 ml) vegetable oil (I use olive oil)
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 large carrot, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 tsp (5 ml) dried thyme
1/4 tsp (1 ml) each salt and pepper
4 cups (1 L) vegetable stock
1 cup (250 ml) brown or green lentils
1/4 cup (50 ml) pot barley
1/4 cup (50 ml) chopped fresh parsley
Directions:
1. In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat; fry onion, garlic, carrots, celery, thyme, salt and pepper until softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add vegetable stock, 2 cups (500 mL) water, lentils, and barley;
3. Bring to a boil.
4. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until barley and lentils are tender, about 40 minutes.
5. Stir in the chopped parsley and serve.
Bible Text: Proverbs 3:5, 6.
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not rely on your own insight. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.”