Tomato-Basil Linguine with Chicken

It's been a while since I have posted so I thought I would try to get back into the swing of things and get creative. Although this isn't the usual kind of post I would write, it's still somewhat creative. If you knew me, you would know that I despise cooking and would rather starve. I know it's sad but it's true, I hate cooking so when I cook it's a challenge for me so I thought since what I made turned out I would post it, just in case there is someone else out there like me. Anyways, hope you enjoy the recipe, it's super easy and yummy too!




Tomato-Basil Linguine with Chicken
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 4 (1-1/2cup) servings

Ingredients:

5 oz. refrigerated linguine
4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, cute into 1 inch cubes
2 teaspoons chopped garlic in water (from 1-1/2oz. jar)
1 (14oz.) can diced tomatoes with Italian-style herbs, undrained
1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil leaves
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions:

1. Cook linguine to desired doneness as directed on package. Drain, cover to keep warm.
2. Meanwhile, spray large nonstick skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Heat over medium-high heat until hot. Add chicken and garlic; cook 5 to 8 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink.
3. Stir in tomatoes and basil. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Add cooked linguine; toss gently to mix. Sprinkle with cheese.


Nutrition Information Per Serving: Serving Size; 1-1/2 Cups * Calories 310 * Calories from Fat 50 * % Daily Value * Total Fat 6g 9% * Saturated 2g 10% * Cholesterol 105mg 35% * Sodium 420mg 18% * Total Carbohydrate 28g 9% * Dietary Fibre 2g 8% * Sugars 3g * Protein 35g * Vitamin A 15% * Vitamin C 15% * Calcium 15% * Iron 20% *
Dietary Exchanges: 1-1/2 Starch, 1 Vegetable, 4 Very Lean Meat, 1/2 Fat OR 1-1/2 Carbohydrates, 1 Vegetable, 4 Very Lean Meat, 1/2 Fat

Taken from:
Pillsbury: One-Dish Meals Cookbook
ISBN: 0-609-60282-9

Inchie Books

I made these cute little books for the "Cabbage Patch Kids Only" club I am in. Jon-Jon (one of the "kids") insisted I make them for his friends to put their little inchie collections in, I think they turned out really cute.

Enjoy,
Monique

Refinished Bulletin Board

It's been months since I have posted anything and since I am not moving I decided to unpack some stuff in my craft area. I had this old bulletin board so I refinished it, added some batting, fabric and ribbon and voila!

Enjoy!
Monique

Pray for Ramona

Pray for Ramona

To anyone reading my blogs could you please keep this very sweet girl in your prayers. She is an inspiration to a lot of us and she always has a smile on her face. I have had the pleasure of registering her at the hospital and she truly makes me want to be more positive in my own life. She is facing so much in the next few weeks and I pray for her healing.

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This would be perfect for me, something I could really use right now.

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Finally a card . . .

I have been MIA for a long time and I will be for even longer, but I did manage to make this card for a friend who had a baby. All my craft stuff is packed as I am making a huge across country move. I have been so stressed out that nothing much is really getting done, but I had to share this creation, enjoy!!!

Finally a card . . .

I know it's been a while since I have posted anything creative and I am still having a bit of a drought right now, but I did manage to make this cute card. It might sound funny but I made it for a "fan" letter I mailed to Robert Pattinson, because he's such a sweet guy and I have a huge crush on him. Anyways, here is the card.



I am also going to post a little update for those who might have been reading my blog. I am doing okay, being followed by many doctors and my mood is getting a lot better. I am off one of my medications and doing well, so it's a good sign. I chopped all my hair off which was huge for me because I have always had long hair. I also decided that I wanted to go back to school to do something I have only ever dreamed of, acting. So I applied to Vancouver Film School thinking that I wouldn't even have a chance but I got accepted and so I start in January and am so happy I can't believe it. I have not felt this happy or excited since I was a little girl so I think that this is what I am meant to do. I want to be creative and be able to have a challenge in my career, and I am not being challenged as a clerk in a hospital so I am moving on to bigger and hopefully better things. So much has happened in such a little amount of time I hope the rest of the year is relatively calm compared to the past few months. I have also managed to lose 20 pounds and am happy about myself for that. I stopped eating "junk" food and stopped drinking pop, so now my treat is a pop once in a while. Thanks for looking!

Hugs,
Monique

So Sorry

Hi Ladies,
I am so sorry I have not been myself lately, I hope it's okay I tell you why. A few weeks ago I tried to end my life and am just trying to get through the days. My boyfriend of 10 years just broke up with me yesterday and I couldn't be more depressed. It seems everything that can go wrong has for me lately. I haven't touched anything in my craft corner for weeks and just forced myself to make a card for my secret sister on Splitcoaststampers. I feel very lost and I am having a really hard time coping. I haven't been myself for a while and making it through one hour is all I can think about right now. So I am so sorry I haven't been up to posting much.
Monique

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