Author: Eat Wheat

Pesto Ham and Cheese Pita Sandwiches 4 pita rounds3 tablespoons prepared pesto8 ounces shaved ham4 slices Provolone cheese2 tablespoons butter Cut each of the pitas in halfOn one side of the pita, spread about 2 tablespoons of pesto.On the other side, add 2 ounces of ham and one slice of cheese; repeat for all 4 pitas.Sandwich the two sides of the pita together and spread the outsides with butter.Place a large skillet over low-medium heat.Cook the sandwiches over low-medium heat for about 5 minutes on the first side, then another 5 minutes on the other side, or until golden…

Pecan Pesto 1/2 cup pecan pieces (toasted)2 cups packed basil1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese1 clove garlic1/2 Tbsp. lemon zest (approx. one lemon)1/2 cup olive oil or pecan oilSalt and pepper (to taste) Preheat oven to 350 F. Spread pecans on a baking sheet and bake for 5-8 minutes.Add pecans, basil, parmesan, garlic and lemon zest to a food processor and pulse until coarsely chopped. With the processor running, slowly add olive oil and process until fully incorporated and smooth. Season with salt and pepper. sauce, spreadAmericanbasil, parmesan, Pecans

Cheesecake Ice Cream with Fruit Swirls Homemade ice cream is a hallmark of many family events frombirthday celebrations and pool parties to warm weather holidays spent baskingin the sunshine. Completely customizable with an array of fruits or other tastymix-ins plus toppings of your choice, it’s a perfect way to put a grin on lovedones’ faces. 12 ounces cream cheese (cut into cubes)3/4 cup sugar1 cup sour cream3/4 cup half-and-half2 teaspoons vanilla1 1/4 teaspoons lemon juice (divided)1 dash salt1/3 cup blueberry (raspberry, cherry, strawberry, peach or apricot fruit spread) In large mixer bowl of electric mixer, beat cream cheese and…

Brunch Fruit Tart With a crunchy crust and smooth center, thistart is balanced, easy to make and a beautiful addition to the menu. It’s alsoeasy to customize as the fruit topping options are nearly unlimited. Pick your mom’sfavorites and decorate the top however you please. Or, let the little ones get creativeand put their own spin on an essential Mother’s Day meal. Crust:4 cups granola mixture1/2 cup butter (softened)4 1/2 tablespoons honeynonstick cooking sprayFilling:2 1/4 cups vanilla Greek yogurt8 ounces cream cheese (softened)1/2 cup granulated sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 package gelatinToppings:strawberries (sliced)blueberrieskiwis (sliced) To make crust: Preheat oven to…

Salmon Mousse Whether made in a pretty mold or a bowl or piped into lettuce cups, this savory Salmon Mousse firms up with unflavored gelatin but retains a nice, creamy texture, and would be perfect for a special-occasion tea, luncheon or shower. 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice21/4 tsp. 1 envelope unflavored gelatin1/4 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup sour cream1 15 oz. can red salmon (drained)1/4 chopped fresh dill1 shallot (minced)2 Tbsp. sweet pickle relish1 tsp. sweet paprikaSalt and pepper3/4 cup heavy cream In a small mixing bowl, sprinkle gelatin over lemon juice and allow to soften for about 5 minutes. Place,…

Jell-O Cookies Tucked away in my mom’s recipe box is a retro take on sugar cookies capitalizing on the popularity of Jell-O. I adapted the recipe process so that the Jell-O is mixed into the finished dough, rather than adding it in the butter-creaming, so that more flavors can be used. Buttery and tender, with light fruity flavor and a color punch, these cookies would be fun to make (and eat) with kids. Cherry Jell-O is my favorite. 1 1/2 cup butter (softened to room temperature)1 cup sugar1 egg1 tsp. vanilla extract1 tsp. lemon juice3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour1…

Thank you to these recipients who improved our communities. Since 2013 Western Cooperative Electric and CoBank have partnered to create the Sharing Success fund for community grants. Together, Western and Cobank have distributed over $80,000 since the program’s inception. “The Sharing Success Program exists to make a positive difference in the communities Western serves,” said Nolan Numrich, Western Cooperative member service manager. “Charitable, educational, and nonprofit organizations are selected for Sharing Success funds based on community need and impact.” In 2021-2022, Western Cooperative awarded twelve $1,000 grants. Those recipients were: Trego County Saddle Club: Concession stand and restrooms City of…

This summer, 12 area students will meet new friends and learn leadership skills on youth trips sponsored by TCEC. Please congratulate the following students on the special recognition of their selection as a youth trip delegate. Mark your calendar to apply in November for next summer’s trips. Learn more at www.tcec.coop/youth. Energy Camp for 8th Graders May 31-June 3, Red Rock Canyon, near Hinton, Oklahoma Cooperative Youth Leadership Camp for High School Juniors July 15-21, Steamboat Springs, Colorado Rural Electric Youth Tour…

Congratulations to the 2022 Rolling Hills Electric Cooperative Scholarship winners JAKOB SASSE and REBECCA FINNEY! Rolling Hills Electric’s strong tradition of promoting youth leadership continues offering these winners all-expenses-paid leadership programs this summer. Winners were selected based upon application data, a written essay, and scores on an open-book electric cooperative exam. Unfortunately, the 2022 Youth Tour to Washington, D.C. was cancelled due to ongoing concerns and unknown with planning back in the fall with the COVID-19 pandemic. This trip has always been such a great experience for our high schoolers, however, the concerns, risks, and all of the unknown this…

The 2022 Ninnescah Rural Electric Scholarship contest was held at Ninnescah’s office in February. Contestants took a test based on an information packet provided to them and were interviewed by a panel of three judges. Contestants included: Cassidy Ary, Lewis; Brett Atteberry, Pratt; Ty Binford, Haviland; Dustin Cox, Pratt; Anniston Henning, Harper; and Emma Hottovy, Haviland. Our winners of the 2022 scholarships will each receive a $1,000 to use at the college or technical school of their choice. They are Brett Atteberry, Dustin Cox, Anniston Henning and Emma Hottovy. We are hopeful the youth trips will resume next year. They…