Appetizers and Snacks

(can make in the dough cycle of a bread machine; follow the bread machine directions)
Makes 28 sticksRead more

Directions: 

Directions
Combine tomatoes, oil, basil and salt in a covered bowl and let marinate at least 4 hours (Do not refrigerate; tomatoes will lose their flavor).
Use a slotted spoon to layer on to bread.
Serve immediately.

Servings: 6 - 2 slices each Calories/Serving: 213 Nutrition:
One serving (2 slices) provides approximately: 213 calories, 6 g protein, 37 g carbohydrates, 3 g fiber, 5 g fat (1 g saturated), 0 mg cholesterol, 61 mcg folate, 2 mg iron, 489 mg sodium.

Source: Wheat Foods Council

Directions:

In a medium bowl, mix together cream cheese, taco seasoning and picante sauce. Stir until smooth and well blended. Fold in black, olives cheese and peppers.

Place one tortilla on a plate; spread a thin layer of cream cheese mixture onto the tortilla. Fold sides of tortilla in, fold bottom of tortilla up, and roll to opposite end. Cut into ½ -inch slices and place pinwheels on a festive serving platter. Repeat with remaining tortillas. Serve immediately or cover and chill until serving time.

Servings: Provides 14 appetizersRead more

Description: A popular wheat food that kids love to make and eat!!

Directions:
Preheat oven to 400°F.

In a large self-locking plastic bag, combine flour, baking powder and salt. Close bag and shake to mix. Add shortening and work into flour until fine particles form. Add the hot water and knead the dough in the bag until it forms a ball.

Remove dough from bag and place on a lightly floured work surface; knead 15 strokes. Divide into six equal pieces; shape into balls. Cover; let rest 15 minutes.Read more

Description:
This makes a perfect gift and/or treat for the holidays.

Directions:  Line a 15 x 10 x 1-inch baking pan with waxed paper. In a large bowl, combine Wheat Chex™ cereal, Cheerios™, pretzels, cashews and M&M’s™.

In a heat-proof bowl, microwave the almond bark 2 to 3 minutes; stir occasionally until melted. Pour melted almond bark over the dry ingredients and stir gently just until coated.Read more

Directions:  
Preheat oven to 350°F.

In a saucepan over low heat, simmer cranberries, dates and water, stirring constantly. Simmer until all water is absorbed; remove from heat. Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla; set aside.

In a medium bowl, combine whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, oats, brown sugar, baking soda and salt. Stir in butter or margarine until well blended. Read more

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