Jalapeno Monterey Jack Grits 1 tbsp butter1 red bell pepper (cut into 1-inch strips (about 1 1/2 cups))1 yellow bell pepper (cut into 1-inch strips (about 1 1/2 cups))1 tbsp minced seeded jalapeño chili1 garlic clove (minced)3 cups chicken stock or canned low-salt chicken broth1 cup whipping cream1 cup quick-cooking grits1 1/2 cups grated hot [...]
Tomatillo Chicken and Black Bean Tacos in Slow Cooker 1 medium onion (chopped)2 chipotle peppers in adobo (roughly chopped)6 oz store-bought tomatillo (green salsa)5 cloves garlic (roughly chopped)1 tbsp brown sugar1/2 tsp Mexican oregano2 15- oz cans black beans (drained and rinsed)1/2 tsp kosher salt2-1/2 lbs boneless (skinless chicken thighs or breasts, trimmed)12 small corn [...]
Dipping fresh, warm chips into salsa is easier that you might think. This is also a great way to make a small portion of chips so that a giant bag of chips from the store doesn't go stale before using them. Baked Tortilla Chips Twelve 6-inch corn tortillas2 tbsp vegetable oilFine salt (to taste) Preheat [...]
Spinach Pesto Lasagna 3 cups ricotta cheese1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese1 large egg2 10- oz packages frozen chopped spinach (thawed, squeezed dry)1 7- oz package prepared pesto4 cups bottled chunky pasta sauce12 no-boil lasagna noodles from one 8-ounce package2 cups grated Fontina cheese Blend ricotta and Parmesan in medium bowl.Season cheeses with salt and pepper; [...]
A delicious side item with solid garlic flavor. Course Mashed Yukon Gold Potatoes with Garlic and Olive Oil 2 pounds medium-size unpeeled Yukon Gold potatoes (each cut into wedges)6 tbsp olive oil (divided)8 large garlic cloves (peeled, halved)1 tsp chopped fresh thyme Boil potato wedges until very tender, about 15 minutes.Meanwhile, heat 5 tablespoons oil [...]
This is a great dinner recipe inspired by Sara Moulton. I have added more garlic than the original recipe. Fresh Fettuccine with Pulled Rotissiere Chicken, Pesto, and Roasted Peppers 2/3 cup basil pesto9- oz package fresh fettuccine1 tbsp olive oil4 cloves garlic (minced)4 cups pulled cooked rotissiere chicken meat2 cups sliced roasted red bell peppers1/2 [...]
This is a great snack on the backpacking hiking trails or at home. Requires a food dehydrator. Texas Chili Peanuts 1 16- oz jar dry-roasted (unsalted peanuts)1/2 cup water1/4 cup Tabasco sauce1-1/2 tbsp chili powder1 tsp ground cumin1/2 tsp red pepper1/8 tsp ground oregano1/2 tsp kosher salt1 tsp freshly ground black pepper Place peanuts in [...]
There is a natural tendency to often view new technology as revolutionary, completely changing the game, and wiping away everything that came before it. While social media practices and technology seem to change at a rapid pace, at the core is community building and connection – things that have existed long before any social media [...]
Penne with Vodka Sauce & Capicola 12 ounces penne1 2- ounce piece capicola or pancetta (finely diced)1 small onion (chopped)3 cloves garlic (chopped)1/2 cup vodka1 28- oz can crushed tomatoes1/4 cup half-and-half2 tsp Worcestershire sauce1/4-1/2 tsp crushed red pepper1/4 cup chopped fresh basilFreshly ground pepper to taste Bring a large pot of water to a [...]
This is a great appetizer option with an Mediterranean or Italian theme. This recipe was inspired by a Food Network recipe but I had to add some cheese to the mix. Antipasto Sausage Skewers Cooking spray12 oz fully cooked Italian-style poultry sausage (cut into 1-inch pieces)1/2 cup lightly packed fresh basil8 oz mozzarella cheese cut [...]