Sunday, April 8, 2012

Roasted Red Potatoes with Garlic Herb Oil

Taken from the "SparkPeople Cookbook"

1 1/2 pounds red or new potatoes
2 T olive oil
3 cloves garlic, smashed and sliced
1 T fresh thyme
1 tsp chopped rosemary
1/2 tsp kosher or sea salt

1. Preheat the oven to 400F. Prepare a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray
2. Scrub the potatoes, but do not peel; cut them into quarters. In a large mixing bowl, toss together the potatoes, oil, garlic, thyme, rosemary and salt.
3. Spread the potatoes in a single layer on the prepared  baking sheet. Roast for 20 minutes, stir and roast an additional 25 minutes or until the potatoes are tender and light brown. Serve warm.

Makes 8- 1/2 cup servings

Taco Seasoning

Taken From the "SparkPeople Cookbook"

Much better for you than the packets you can buy!  I make this x2 and store it in an airtight container. As often as I make taco salad, this is great!

Makes 3 Servings ( 1 2/3 tbsp per serving)

3 T ground cumin
1 T chili powder
1 T red pepper flakes