Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies, from the Reed Orthodontics Cookie Cookbook

Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies are a family favorite, a delicious treat that will satisfy everyone’s sweet tooth. The Reed Orthodontics recipe of the week comes from Janet M., and it comes from our Cookie Cookbook. We would love to hear your feedback about these tasty cookies here or as a comment on our Facebook page!

Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies

Ingredients
• 2 cups flour
• 1/2 cup oatmeal
• 1 tsp. soda
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1/2 cup Crisco
• 2 eggs
• 1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
• 12-16 oz. chocolate chips

Directions
Mix all wet ingredients. Add dry ingredients. Mix in chocolate chips. Bake cookies at 375° for 11-13 minutes.

Option: Add 1/2 cup of coconut for a different flavor.

Dr. Charles Reed, recipient of the Top Orthodontist Award

Dr. Charles Reed is excited to announce that we have been awarded the 2011 Top Orthodontist Award by 5280 Magazine, an organization that identifies top dentists as chosen by their peers and through the topDentists' database. 5280’s theory is that medical professionals are best qualified to judge other medical professionals. It is very exciting to have this exclusive honor! Thank you everyone for your confidence and trust.

-The team at Reed Orthodontics

Maple Walnut Cookies, from the Reed Orthodontics Cookie Cookbook

This week, we would like to share a delicious recipe that was submitted for the Reed Orthodontics Cookie Cookbook by Heidi V. If you enjoy maple, then you're going to love these scrumptious maple walnut cookies. They're simply delicious!

Thank you to everyone who has already passed along their favorite recipes for our Cookie Cookbook. If you haven't already, feel free to share recipes with us here or on our Facebook page.

Ingredients
2 sticks butter
1/2 cup sugar
1 egg
3 tbsp. pure maple syrup
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
2 cups flour
1 1/2 cup walnuts (chopped)

Directions
Beat butter with electric mixer until creamy (about 3 minutes). Gradually add sugar until well blended. Add maple syrup, egg and vanilla. Mix in flour and walnuts. Divide dough in half and shape into logs. Wrap in plastic or wax paper. Refrigerate until firm (at least 2 hours or overnight).

Strawberries and Cream Slush Drink, a braces-friendly spring smoothie!

You have braces, and you’re probably wondering what to eat. You can’t have gum, popcorn or other delicious but braces-unfriendly foods. But fear not! Reed Orthodontics has a delicious spring smoothie recipe that is perfect for those warm, sunny afternoons. Enjoy!

Ingredients
• 2 ½ cups (about 1 pound) strawberries, fresh or frozen
• 1 Tablespoon lime juice
• 1 ½ cups crushed ice
• 1 ½ cups club soda
• 3 Tablespoons vanilla syrup (sold as a coffee flavoring)
• ½ cup sugar or more, to taste
• 1 can whipped cream

Directions
Wash and drain strawberries. Remove stems and slice. Put lime juice in blender, and then add batches of strawberries, about a half-cup at a time, blending until liquefied. Strain the strawberries through a fine sieve to remove most of the seeds and some pulp. Place back in blender, and blend with the crushed ice. Pour into a 2-liter pitcher and stir in club soda, vanilla syrup and sugar. Serve in six tall glasses with a swish of whipped cream on top.

PB&J Cookies, from the Reed Orthodontics Cookie Cookbook

Everyone has a favorite childhood recipe, or a treat that reminds them of mom, dad or grandma's baking. Peanut butter and jelly are no longer just for sandwiches – today's recipe will redefine your favorite childhood snack. Nikki's recipe for PB&J Cookies is one of the originals from the Reed Orthodontics staff and patient Cookie Cookbook. What great recipes we’ve received from everyone!

Dr. Reed would like to pass on a big thank you to all of you who shared your favorites with us. We also encourage patients and staff to share more of their favorite recipes on our Facebook page. Enjoy this tasty treat!

PB&J Cookies

Mix 3 cups flour, 1 Tbsp. baking soda, a pinch of salt and 1 tsp. cinnamon in a bowl and set aside.

In a large bowl mix 2 eggs, 1 cup milk, 1 1/2 cups sugar, 2 Tbsp. Butter and 1 tsp. vanilla.

Mix dry and wet ingredients. Roll dough into a ball and put peanut butter and jelly in the middle of the dough ball.

Bake at 375°F for 10 minutes. Let cool and serve with milk!