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Avocado Fries. Oh dear.

Avocado Fries

I never should have done this. This may be one of my biggest mistakes all year. Can’t take it back now. So we’re totally enjoying our grilled avocados, but my husband innocently asks “What else can you do with avocados?” And so my daughter tweets this recipe, and I'm laying all the blame on them. Sigh…. At a buck fifty a pop (at least around here), avocados can easily run up quite a tab on the grocery bill. So, consider yourself warned. Avocado Fries Printable RecipeRecipe Adapted from Sunset Magazine Canola oil for frying1/4 cup flour1 tsp kosher salt2 large eggs, beaten to blend 1 1/4 cups panko (Japanese bread crumbs) 2 firm-ripe medium avocados, pitted, peeled, and sliced into 1/2-in. wedges Grated parmesan for serving (optional)

Garlic Cheddar Biscuits (a la "Red Lobster") Recipe. Garlic Cheddar Biscuits (A La Red Lobster) Once upon a time, there were two friends who moved in together as roommates just after college. One was continuing on with a master’s degree in therapy. One was beginning a new job at a church (the size of a small town) leading a vocal ministry. Exciting times. Fun times. So when the going got rough, or when it was time for a celebration (or…just when the craving hit :-)), these two friends hopped in the car and drove across town to “The Lobster” for the best of all indulgences… Cheddar Bay Biscuits.

If you have ever tried these heavenly little delights, you understand why they always brought a smile to the two friends’ faces. So even though these two friends now live hours apart, the memories of great times at “The Lobster” forever live on. Easy Parmesan Knots. Potato Rings with Homemade Buttermilk Ranch. Pepperjack Pull Bread Recipe, Cheesy Jalapeño Pull Bread Recipe. Method 1 Preheat the oven to 350°F.

Pepperjack Pull Bread Recipe, Cheesy Jalapeño Pull Bread Recipe

Slice the bread almost all the way through (not all the way) in a cross hatch pattern, spacing an inch between the slices. 2 Place the shredded cheese in a large bowl. Toss with the green onions and jalapeños. Pour over with melted butter and use your clean hands to toss, to distribute the butter evenly through the cheese. 3 Place the bread on a large sheet of aluminum foil (large enough to wrap the bread) on a baking sheet. 4 Place in the oven for 15 minutes. Spicy Spinach-Stuffed Mushrooms. Garsh.

Spicy Spinach-Stuffed Mushrooms

Were these good. I made them last night on a whim. Amid all the wings and ranch and other Super Bowl food—including a big mess-maker of a delicious cake my younger daughter made—I decided I couldn’t live without stuffed mushrooms another minute. My eating is very whim-driven. This is what I violently pulled out of the fridge, freezer, and pantry.

Chop up an onion. Rinse a bunch of mushrooms in cold water. Did you hear about the mushroom that walked into the bar? The mushroom looked at him and replied, “Why not? Gosh, I love that joke. Pop the stems out of the shrooms. Taco Pizza Cups. Homemade Baked Mozzarella Sticks. Mozzarella sticks are a delicious treat, probably one of the most popular appetizers at restaurants, and a fun party food.

Homemade Baked Mozzarella Sticks

They tend to be rather fattening, especially considering they are usually fried, but they are so irresistibly tasty. So how do you give in to the temptation that is mozzarella sticks without the guilt? Make healthy, Baked Mozzarella Sticks! Here is a recipe I love, and your family will too. Ingredients 1 pkg. low fat mozzarella cheese strings (8-10 sticks) 1/2 cup flour 2 large egg whites, lightly beaten 1 cup dry bread crumbs or Italian style panko (seasoned) marinara sauce for dipping Directions 1. I hope you enjoy this delicious, healthy twist on traditional fried mozzarella sticks. Note: Some comments indicate that mozzarella is oozing sooner than time prescribed in this recipe- keep an eye on the sticks while baking and feel free to shorten the bake time to suit your oven.

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