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10 Tne Montono Stondord, Butte. Wednesjoy, April 7. 1993 Food Fros ourmots BSparBQUS SpGdTS inspir topping; fold untopped side over filling. Continue with remaining eggs. Makes 6 servings.

Additional Toppings: julienne ham, crisp crumbled bacon, cooked sausage, sauteed chicken, minced There's something about bundles of fresh, green asparagus spears filling the produce sections in spring that inspires the gourmet in every cook, budding or expert. And now that the height of the asparagus season is upon us, cooks can serve this delicious vegetable almost every day and not feel too pinched in the pocketbook. Steamed asparagus with butter and lemon can start off Monday's dinner menu, with asparagus soup finding its way into Tuesday's lunch. Asparagus pasta is a quick "supper for Wednesday asparagus au gratin goes with Thursday's let being made and to choose their asparagus accompaniments, e.g. fresh tomatoes, crumbled bacon, shredded cheese, etc.

ASPARAGUS OMELET 3 cup diagonally allcad asparagus Vi cup thinly sliced onion 1 tablsspoon margarina or ollva oil 2 tabiaspoons fresh basil, chopped, or 2 teaspoons dried basil teaspoon salt 1 8 teaspoon pepper 12 eggs 6 tablespoons water, divided Non-stick cooking spray Additional toppings, optional Such Interesting People! Check Out The BIG SKY LIVING SECTION EverSunday Try Mediterranean stuffed turkey for Easter dinner UndsDeife FLAVOR green onion or parsley, shredded cheese, diced tomatoes! Choice of salsa, stewed tomatoes, sour cream, plain yogurt. Serving Tip: Garnish with sliced tomato and sprig of herb, if desired. UnclaDenV COUPON EXPIRES 5'3193 3011.110 5480CH20501 and Sau UndeBaa Bttf In medium skillet, saute aspara-. gus and onion in margarine until crisp-tender. Add basil, salt and pepper; heat thoroughly and set aside.

For each omelet, beat 2 eggs "and 1 tablespoon water until well mixed. Spray 8-inch non-stick omelet pan with non-stick cooking spray and heat at medium-high. Add egg mixture to hot omelet pan. As eggs set, run spatula around the edge of skillet, lifting eggs and letting uncooked portion flow underneath. When cooked but moist, remove from heat.

Place cup asparagus mixture on one side of omelet. Add additional filling as desired. Slide onto plate from the side with the LESS LESS GREAT FAT SODIUM MANUFACTURER Veri key compelhors as prepared I SAVE 50 I COUNTRY INN RECIPES Spring's crop of artichokes along Kurope's Mediterranean coast usually coincides with Easter. The same is true in coastal California where artichokes now thrive, thanks to the Italian immigrants who started planting them there in the late 1800s. In the Italian port of Genoa, artichokes star in a traditional Easter dish called Torta Pasqualina, which also features spinach and cooked eggs in puff pastry.

It's a pretty dish that reveals a bright green and yellow interior when cut. Inspired by the Torta, but more dramatic when sliced and a bit more filling is Mediterranean-Style Stuffed Turkey. Italians might use veal or spring lamb, but North America's native bird is a lean, delicious alternative. Spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, olives and ham form a colorful mosaic around sau-teed artichokes for the stuffing. Finish with a simple, deglazed wine sauce, or serve as is.

The rolled roast is great cold, too, sliced and served on crusty French bread. MEDITERRANEAN-STYLE STUFFED TURKEY 3 artichokes, prepared and sliced cup lemon juice 1 quart water 1 Jar (8 oi.) sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained Vt, cup pitted black olives, drained 1 tablespoon Italian herbs Pepper 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar teaspoon dried oregano, crushed Salt and pepper to taste 3 pounds boneless turkey breast 4 oz. (about 1 qt.) spinach leaves MTRITIO.YU COMPARISON: LINE AVERAGES (PER SERVING) (Survey conducted January I99.V) Fat (x) Sodium (mg) COUNTRY inn RECIPES'" 1 Putt and State (6 hem) 4-0 UPTON Noodles and Sauce and Pasta and Sauc (H items I 8.8 518 NOODLE RO.NM 13 items) 9.6 575 COUNTRY UVNRICIPES'" Uict Dishes (11 items) UPTON. Rice and Saute (11 items) 4.5 515 13 items) 595 I Pasta and Sauce Dishes I or Rice Dishes I Limit 1 coupon per purchase good only on product indicated Customer pays any saws ta Any other use is traud Void altered transferred or copied RETAILER To obtain lace value plus 8c submit this coupon to Uncle Ben Boi 870162, El Po, TK 8587-0162 Invoices I proving purchase ol sufficient slock within the past 90 days lo cover coupons presented for redemption must be shown upon request Cash value 01 Void outside USA and where prohibited or taxed VMI)11 KOM ift 4 rtnistm-d trultmirk ol doldrn (train JJPION i rrfilm-(l (radmjrk of Thoma J. I ipiiin.

Inc. The start of a healthy reiationsnip. chicken, and asparagus salad can highlight Friday's grilled cheese sandwiches. For the weekend, an asparagus omelet would be a real treat, especially if friends and family are invited to share. An omelet brunch is easy to do, and it's a fun way to entertain guests.

While your guests are enjoying fresh juice, coffee, muffins or scones, you can prepare the omelet stuffings, including the asparagusonionbasil mixture suggested in the accompanying recipe. When you're ready, invite guests one-by-one to the stove to watch their ome- Vt pound thinly sliced ham 1 cup dry vermouth or Madeira wine Bend back outer petals of artichokes until they snap off easily near the base. Edible portion of petals should remain on artichoke hearts. Continue to snap off and discard petals until central core of pale green petals is reached. Trim outer dark green layer from base.

Using a stainless steel knife to minimize discoloration, cut off top one-third of artichokes; discard. Cut stem level with base; halve artichokes lengthwise. Cut out center petals and fuzzy centers. Thinly slice each artichoke half vertically. Place in mixture of lemon juice and water while working on remaining artichokes to retard discoloration.

In food processor fitted with steel blade, process tomatoes until chunky; add olives, herbs and pep-1 per and process until smooth. Saute artichoke slices in 1 tablespoon olive oil; season with vinegar, oregano and salt and pepper to taste. Butterfly turkey breast; salt and pepper to taste. Spread sun-dried tomato pesto, double layer of spinach leaves anrj ham over turkey. Place sauteed artichokes along one end; tightly roll turkey from end with artichokes and tie or fasten with skewer for roasting.

In large skillet or roasting pan brown in remaining oil and place on roasting rack in pan. Roast at 375 degrees to 170 degrees internal temperature. Let rest 5 minutes. If desired, deglaze pan with vermouth or Madeira wine and reduce to thicken! Slice turkey roll and serve with sauce. Makes 6 servings.

Boned veal or pork loin may be substituted. whipped topping 2 packages (4 oz. each) single serve graham cracker tart shells Add honey to cream cheese, mixing until well blended. Stir in fruit; fold in marshmallows and whipped topping. Pour into shells.

Refrigerate several hours or overnight. Top with fresh raspberries and additional marshmallows, if desired. Makes 12 servings Variation: Substitute 1 package (10 ounces), frozen strawberry halves for raspberries. GRASSHOPPER PIE (Prep time: 20 minute plus freezing) cup green creme de menthe 1 jar (7 oz.) marshmaHow creme 2 cups whipping cream, whipped 1 prepared chocolate flavor crumb crust (6 ounces) Gradually add creme de menthe to marshmaHow creme in large bowl, mixing at medium speed with electric mixer or wire whisk until well blended. Fold in whipped cream.

Pour into' crust. Freeze 4 to 6 hours or until firm. Garnish with chocolate candies. Makes 8 to 10 servings. Variation: Substitute 14 cup milk for creme de menthe.

Add 2 to 3 drops each peppermint extract and green food coloring to filling mixture. MARSHM ALLOW SPRINGTIME FRUIT SALAD (Prep time: 10 minutes plus refrigerating) 1 cup miniature marshmallows 1 cup coconut 1 cup halved grape .1 cup orange section 1 -cup vanina yogurt oi 1 can (8 oz.) pineappi chunks, drained Mix all ingredients. Refrigerate 15 minutes before serving. Makes 4 to 6 servings. Variations: Substitute 1 can (11 oz.) mandarin orange segments, drained, for orange sections.

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to start the program by April 16th. Bring back springtime memories with desserts i it; sieew .1 If These area doctors are vital to a progressive concept in health care. HMO Montana unites Personal Care Physicians with a network of pharmacies and other health care specialists. Together, these professionals, fill a need, making health care more complete lor you and your family. You can develop a lasting relationship with the doctor you choose as your Personal.

Care Physician By getting to know you, your medical history and medical needs, your doctor has a head start in treating or directing you to the proper health care specialist The following doctors have contracted with HMO Montana to be Personal Care Phvsicians. Holidays always prompt nostalgic yearnings for specific desserts whether it's a rich pecan pie at Thanksgiving, Grandma's apple strudel at Christmas, or a featherweight creamy grasshopper pie at Easter. The memories of these delectable confections-past add to the sense of anticipation as the holiday approaches. Easter is on the horizon, bringing with it reminiscences that seem to be tinted in pastel hues. Maybe it's the hazy memories of springtime bursts of color from Mother Nature the soft green leaves, the sun-yellow forsythia, and the brilliant shades of the season's first tulips or maybe it's the fond recollections of the' pastel pinks and greens of the delectable desserts we have always enjoyed most at this time of year.

Pink clouds of Tempting Raspberry Tarts and minty-green Grasshopper both classic seasonal favorites, still bring a splash of spring to any dessert table. With a slight trick sweetening individual Raspberry Tarts with miniature marshmallows and honey you have a contemporary update on a classic recipe" from days gone by. The raspberries add the glorious color, and the marshmallows. which are just the right size for individual tarts, lend a burst of soft sweetness to each bite. Add a final touch to this springtime dessert table with an updated version of ambrosia.

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