Post by Carolyn on Feb 23, 2004 8:59:08 GMT -5
Mexicali Cornbread Squares (Cooking4Max)
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From Pampered Chef
Mexicali Cornbread Squares
These south-of-the-border
appetizer squares are hot on
flavor and easy to serve.
Ingredients:
1 package (8.5 ounces) corn muffin mix (plus ingredients to make muffins)
1 egg
1 can (16 ounces) fat-free refried beans
1 tablespoon Pantry Southwestern Seasoning Mix
1 garlic clove, pressed
1 can (3.25 ounces) pitted ripe olives, drained and chopped
1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
2-3 plum tomatoes, sliced
1/2 cup (2 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
1 container (8 ounces) sour cream
Snipped fresh cilantro or parsley (optional)
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly spray Rectangular Baker with nonstick cooking spray. Prepare muffin mix according to package directions, adding additional egg. Pour batter into baker, spreading evenly. Bake 12-15 minutes or until Cake Tester inserted in center comes out clean. Remove from oven; cool completely.
2. In Classic Batter Bowl, combine refried beans, seasoning mix and garlic pressed with Garlic Press; mix well. Spread bean mixture over cornbread using Large Spreader. Chop olives using Food Chopper. Sprinkle olives and bell pepper over bean mixture. Arrange tomato slices evenly over toppings. Grate cheese over tomatoes using Deluxe Cheese Grater.
3. Attach open star tip to Easy Accent® Decorator; fill with sour cream. Pipe one rosette onto each tomato slice; sprinkle with cilantro. Cut into squares.
Yield: 15 servings
Nutrients per serving: (1 square): Calories 210, Total Fat 9 g, Saturated Fat 4 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Carbohydrate 28 g, Protein 6 g, Sodium 550 mg, Fiber 4 g
Cook’s Tips: Taco seasoning mix can be substituted for the Southwestern Seasoning Mix, if desired.
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From Pampered Chef
Mexicali Cornbread Squares
These south-of-the-border
appetizer squares are hot on
flavor and easy to serve.
Ingredients:
1 package (8.5 ounces) corn muffin mix (plus ingredients to make muffins)
1 egg
1 can (16 ounces) fat-free refried beans
1 tablespoon Pantry Southwestern Seasoning Mix
1 garlic clove, pressed
1 can (3.25 ounces) pitted ripe olives, drained and chopped
1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
2-3 plum tomatoes, sliced
1/2 cup (2 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
1 container (8 ounces) sour cream
Snipped fresh cilantro or parsley (optional)
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly spray Rectangular Baker with nonstick cooking spray. Prepare muffin mix according to package directions, adding additional egg. Pour batter into baker, spreading evenly. Bake 12-15 minutes or until Cake Tester inserted in center comes out clean. Remove from oven; cool completely.
2. In Classic Batter Bowl, combine refried beans, seasoning mix and garlic pressed with Garlic Press; mix well. Spread bean mixture over cornbread using Large Spreader. Chop olives using Food Chopper. Sprinkle olives and bell pepper over bean mixture. Arrange tomato slices evenly over toppings. Grate cheese over tomatoes using Deluxe Cheese Grater.
3. Attach open star tip to Easy Accent® Decorator; fill with sour cream. Pipe one rosette onto each tomato slice; sprinkle with cilantro. Cut into squares.
Yield: 15 servings
Nutrients per serving: (1 square): Calories 210, Total Fat 9 g, Saturated Fat 4 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Carbohydrate 28 g, Protein 6 g, Sodium 550 mg, Fiber 4 g
Cook’s Tips: Taco seasoning mix can be substituted for the Southwestern Seasoning Mix, if desired.