Why wait? Now is the time to make a big batch. I created this recipe for a Power Cookie with a healthy spin on the oatmeal cookie; see the apple sauce and no oil—a definite crowd favorite since I have baked this cookie in the thousands. But you'll have to see for yourself and share with the kids. The true secret is in the quality of the rolled oats. Now, who doesn't like a fresh-baked oatmeal cookie?
George's Power Oatmeal Cookies
George Hirsch Living it UP! cookbook | Makes 1 1/2 to 2 dozen cookies
From George Hirsch Living it UP! TV series companion cookbook
6 Tablespoons butter
1/4 cup apple sauce
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup sugar
2 egg whites
1 1/2 rolled oats (not quick-cooking)
3/4 cup all purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 cup raisins
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 Tablespoons pecans, chopped
Preheat oven 350° F. Follow the Recipe Below
Mix the butter, applesauce, brown sugar, sugar, egg and vanilla. Beat until creamy. Sift the flour with salt and baking soda. Add to creamed mixture, blending well. Fold in the oats, raisins, and nuts.
Make into 1-inch balls and place on a cookie sheet. Bake for 9-11 minutes or until the edges begin to set.
TIP: Do not overbake! When removed from the oven, the cookies will carry the heat and continue to bake.
Chef George shares low and slow brisket, pulled pork, ribs, + chicken with plenty of sides!
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FEATURING CHEF GEORGE HIRSCH DEMONSTRATING HIS SAVORY COOKING, BAKING AND GRILLING RECIPES; WITH HIS EXPERT CULINARY TIPS & TECHNIQUES, ALONG WITH VISITS TO HIS INSPIRING HAMPTON LOCATIONS.
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From the original Grilling TV Series host, 200 Fabulous Recipe—Celebrating the joyous rituals of sharing food at year-round festivities, the star of PBS's Grilling with Chef George Hirsch provides a wealth of recipes and ideas for great party foods, plus advance preparation tips to ease the strain of last minute chores.
Hardcover: 310 pages
Publisher: Hearst Books-HarperCollins; 1St edition (June 12, 1995)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0688142257
ISBN-13: 978-0688142254
Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 8.1 x 1.3 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds
This easy to live with lifestyle plan; with more than 165 of George's easy-to-prepare gourmet recipes, you can lose weight, maintain energy, look better, and enjoy a longer active life, by eating great food!
M.Evans and Company, Inc.
George Starts your year off right!
George Hirsch Living it UP
Recipes for a Healthy Active Life
Product Details
Hardcover: 240 pages; $24.95
Publisher: M. Evans and Company, Inc.; 2000
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0871319241
ISBN-13: 978-0871319241
Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.3 x 1.1 inches
Creative Cooking tips
Fast Easy recipes that allow for an active lifestyle
A 30-Day Menu Plan you can adapt throughout the year
Support and motivation for staying on a healthy eating & exercise routine
Tips for easy food shopping & eating healthy on the run
Each book is personally autographed by George Hirsch.