Baked Okra

Baked Okra

After a medical procedure I'm going back to
some old standbys, this one is baked okra.

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Lemon Broccoli Salad, Hot or Cold

Lemon Broccoli Salad, Hot or Cold

1 very large head of broccoli cut into florets
ladolemono dressing
shaved parmesan (optional)

Blanch broccoli florets for one minute, then
immediately immerse drained florets in an ice bath.
Helps broccoli keep it's vibrant green color.
Meanwhile make your ladolemono dressing.
Drain then steam broccoli till al dente
Drizzle with ladolemono dressing while hot.
Add shaved parmesan just before serving if desired.
Serve hot or cold.
Broccoli never tasted so good.

Cauliflower Casserole

Cauliflower Casserole

1 large head of cauliflower cut into small florets
1 tablespoon olive oil

5 eggs beaten
1/2 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon Mrs Dash

1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 cup grated melting cheese of your choice

In a 7 x 11 inch casserole dish add olive oil and coat bottom and sides. Add cauliflower florets.
Sprinkle with Mrs. Dash, pepper, and paprika. Mix eggs and sour cream till smooth and pour over cauliflower. Sprinkle cheese over the top. Bake in preheated 400 F oven for 35 to 45 minutes till florets are soft to the fork. Serve immediately. Quite delicious and good nutrition too.