Immeasurable??

I have had complaints that I post wonderful sounding recipes, but that
no one tries them because I don't give measurements. Unfortunately, that's not the way
I cook....but to try and help you all out, I will start putting approximate measures
in my recipes, and hints, to help you judge how to tell what that measurement is.

Like my hint for spicing (untill it is aromatic), I know they are all relative, but
so are taste buds. Some people will like more chili powder, where others will like
more garlic, and your nose is the best thing to tell you, as it is directly connected
to both your tastebuds and your brain. Many people watching me cook are astonished
by how much spice (and herbs) I actually "dump" into my food, so the estimnated
measurements may surprise you. I do this because I use little to no salt (which is a flavor
enhancer)....so if you're a big salt fan, tone down the spicing in my recipes!

Look forward to some new posts in a couple of days. I've had some really good
and healthful meals lately!
:)

Blueberry BBQ sauce

I am trying to eat better. I always try to do so, but then I find that
I am lacking time to cook, or my FMS and arthritis pain is too great, and I
start eating lots of take-out. I always look for new flavors and ways
to add healthy foods into my diet; and now, more than ever, I want to
eat more nutritionally sound for health reasons. I am learning to listen to
what my body craves (not just sugary pastries and chocolate!).

So here is a BBQ sauce that you can use on anything and will give you the great benefits of antioxidents.

I used a pint of fresh blueberries. I added approximately
1 giant tbs of tomato paste, 1 1/2 -2 tbs of molasses, cumin,
chili powder, 2 cloves of minced garlic, 1/2 minced small red onion,  4 jalapenos (this was very hot, so reduce the peppers
if you need to), a small amount of oregano, salt, pepper and lemon zest.

In light olive oil, I sauted the onion, garlic and peppers till it started to get soft.
Then I added my blueberries. Once that was simmering away, I added all other ingredients,
except the lemon zest. Just before brushing my meat I added the zest.

This was enough for 6 pork chops, so make more or less as needed.
Yummy Yum Yum!

**My tip for the right amount of spices is to use generously, but add slowly until
each is fragrant but not overpowering.