Potato-Lentil Stew

In a Dutch oven, sauté onion and carrots in oil for 3 minutes. Add chilies powder, garlic, cumin, and oregano; cook for 1 minute longer.

Stir in broth and lentils. Bring to a boil. Reduced heat; cover and simmer for 18 to 22 minutes or until lentils are tender.

Stir in the tomatoes, potatoes, kidney beans, salt, and pepper. Return the stew to a boil

Reduce the heat; cover the stew and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes longer or until potatoes are tender

Blueberry Goat Cheese Paninis by dj

Spread 1/2 oz of goat cheese on two slices of Ezekiel bread. Make one layer of blueberries on one piece of bread. Put the top on the sandwich and place in a George foreman grill. Or Place in a skillet with a foil covered brick for weight. Grill until lightly browned and the goat cheese is warm and creamy. Delish!!

Dad’s Oatmeal Eggs

In a separate container place dry oatmeal in and pour the milk on it. let it sit about 2 minutes. Place olive oil in the bottom of the pan so everything doesn't stick . Dump everything in a fry pan except the ketchup. season with salt, black pepper, and garlic. Cook in fry pan on medium heat until slightly moist. pour ketchup on and cook stirring constantly for 1:30 mins. IMPORTANT MAKE SURE YOU CONSTANTLY STIR IT AS IT WILL STICK AND BURN EASILY! This is my dad's favorite breakfast! You may want more ketchup after done cooking