Smoky Sweet Potato Burgers with Roasted Garlic Cream and Avocado Before we talk burgers, let me tell you what I’m doing. I’m eating some blueberry yogurt pretzels (which are oh-so awesome… but would be even awesomer if they were really coated in yogurt and not white chocolate disguised as yogurt) and drinking a san pellgrino aranciata that is spiked with um… vodka, malibu and tequila. With those pretty perfectly square ice cubes. I know. But what is up with all of these flavors? I mean, it was great, if you’re into that sort of thing that includes plastering yourself to the couch for so long that your body forms an identical indentation that’s semi-permanent, and ordering pizza Friday night which not only was dinner, but then also became lunch and then uh, dinner again on Saturday. I wish I could be all “ohmygosh, it was so rainy and cozy all day Saturday and I just got so caught up in my book that I read then entire thing while sitting in my plush velour chair in my special corner of the room that I have all to myself”… but no. Welcome to my life.
Siu Mai 31st May 2012By KurtPhotography by Adam These little bite-sized morsels are my absolute favourite item from the yum char menu. I quite often meet my wife and her family for a yum char lunch during the week. This recipe is simple to prepare, mixed all in one bowl. makes around 24 dumplings -- 320g minced pork 150g fresh shrimp, roughly chopped 2 spring onions, finely sliced 24 thin wonton wrappers 2 tsp oyster sauce 1 tsp sesame oil 1 tsp soya sauce 1 tsp cornstarch 1 tsp white pepper 1 tsp sugar Chilli paste to garnish -- 1. Baked Potato Grilled Cheese Behold my latest creation…THE BAKED POTATO GRILLED CHEESE! After the glory that was the Brocolli & Cheddar Soup Grilled Cheese , I began racking my brain for what other wonderful things I could deconstruct into grilled cheese format. Soon enough I had envisioned this piece of grilled cheese heaven! I mean how can you go wrong with fried potatoes, bacon, cheese, sour cream and chives all made into a melty grilled cheese? So here is how I went about making it. The Baked Potato Grilled Cheese 2-3 Strips of Bacon 1 Potato 2 tbsp of Sour Cream Cheddar Cheese Green Onions/Chives 2 Slices of Bread Butter Canola Oil Garlic Powder Salt & Pepper To start things off, get a pan on medium heat with enough canola oil to lightly cover the bottom (you could also use olive oil or butter). While cooking, salt and pepper the potatoes to taste (they don’t have to be too salty as the bacon with help with the saltiness as well) and sprinkle a light pinch of garlic powder. The greatness awaits Bob
Homemade Baked Mozzarella Sticks Mozzarella sticks are a delicious treat, probably one of the most popular appetizers at restaurants, and a fun party food. 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. You May Also Like:
Recipe for Spicy Shrimp Sandwich with Chipotle Avocado Mayonnaise at Life I will be the first one to admit that I am not a huge sandwich person. Ryan loves them. He loves sub sandwiches, turkey sandwiches, roast beef sandwiches, meatloaf sandwiches, meatball sandwiches…I could go on and on. I on the other hand am not a huge fan. Avocados alone are pretty creamy so I was a little hesitant to mix them with mayonnaise but seriously, the result was like avocado heaven.
Buffalo Chicken Rolls I’m thinking we’re very comfortable together at this point, me and you. You and me. At best, we’re virtual soul mates bonded through food and cooking. But really, it’s mostly good, isn’t it? Give and take. So today I’m going to ask you a favor. Ready? Okay. Please get your cute bottom to the market, pick up a package of egg roll wrappers, some hot wing sauce, blue cheese, toss in a box of Junior Mints for good measure, and then get situated in the kitchen to make these. Buffalo Chicken Rolls. They are beyond perfect for the Super Bowl. The exterior is a crispy, crunchy flour shell. Here’s the step-by-step process to make them yourself: **Note: Find egg roll wrappers in the refrigerated case of the produce department at your grocery store. Ingredients Instructions Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Notes *Note: To make the chicken, place 1 large breast (about 6 to 8 ounces) in a small saucepan and fill with enough cold water just to cover the chicken.
Oven-Fried Onion Rings I really love onion rings, and if I had to pit a good onion ring against a good french fry... well it would be a hard decision. But the problem with onion rings is that so often the are sub par and disappointing. Either the breading is too thick, the onions are too thick or thin, or the onion is undercooked. Biting into a crispy piece of breading only to be met with raw onion is the worst. For several years now I have been wanting to make onion rings at home. Leave it to Cook's Illustrated to come up with just that. In case you are wondering about the dipping sauce I have pictured, I tried to recreate the dipping sauce served at Outback (or Longhorn?) 1/2 cup all-purpose flour1 large egg1/2 cup buttermilk1/4 tsp cayenne pepper1/4 tsp paprikasalt and black pepper30 saltine crackers4 cups kettle-cooked potato chips2 large yellow onions6 Tbs vegetable oilAdjust the oven racks to the lower-middle and upper-middle positions and preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Meanwhile, prep the onion rings.
Homemade Cinnamon Sugar Pretzels Remember those big soft cinnamon pretzels you’d buy at the mall after spending your babysitting money at Contempo Casual? These are like waaaay better. I think they might be my new guilty pleasure. Right out of the oven hot, sugary, and buttery-they’re amazing! Keep reading for the recipe and more photos of the process… Check out the recipe I followed here at Our Best Bites , and below are some photos of the process as well: The boiling with baking soda water (similar to making homemade bagels which I did here) is such a great trick to make the outside crusty and the insides soft!
How To Make Four Thieves’ Vinegar And Oil Please be sure to Join our email list and receive all our latest and best tutorials daily – free! Image (with permission) – Herban Lifestyle “Four Thieves’ Vinegar” is an herbal preparation with a truly fascinating ancient history – and it appears to be making something of a comeback. It was once widely considered to be effective against plagues and fevers. I’ve done a ton of research to bring you a special in-depth report on Four Thieves Vinegar (and oil) – which includes recipes (including the actual formulas used in ancient times), uses and historical anecdotes. I have uncovered irrefutable evidence that the “Four Thieves Vinegar” is not mere fable, but was an actual preparation used in ancient times! Thieves Oil Recipe Four Thieves’ Vinegar – with some variations – is currently enjoying a great resurgence of interest. A modern recipe for thieves oil is as follows: This will make around 15ml / 0.5 fl.oz – enough for a “standard sized” essential oil bottle. “To prevent Infection. Is it...
Braided Spaghetti Bread We are carb lovers at our house, so when I saw the Braided Spaghetti Bread recipe in the Rhodes Home Baked Family Favorites with frozen dough cookbook I knew we would love it. This is a really simple recipe; it just takes a little planning for thawing the dough. It will take 2-3 hours for the bread loaf to thaw to room temperature or 1-2 hours for the rolls to thaw to room temperature. You will need: 1 Loaf Rhodes Bread Dough or 12 Rhodes Dinner Rolls, thawed to room temperature6 oz spaghetti, cooked 1 cup thick spaghetti sauce 8 oz mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/2 –inch cubes 1 egg white Parmesan cheese Parsley flakes Spray counter lightly with non-stick cooking spray (or use parchment paper). Roll loaf or combined dinner rolls into a 12x16-inch rectangle. Cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Remove wrap from dough. Make cuts 1 ½-inches apart on long sides of dough to within ½-inch of filling. Begin braid by folding top and bottom strips toward filling. This was fantastic!
Scalloped Hasselback Potatoes “Scalloped” is an attractive word, isn’t it? When I hear it I think of several things: first, there’s scallops, as in the seafood—totally delicious. Then there’s the scalloped shape that can live on the edge of a pair of shorts or on the collar of a woman’s blouse—always pretty and dainty. And of course scalloped potatoes also comes to mind, which carries my imagination to a land of crispy potato skins drenched in a sea of cheese and cream. I can think of no better place to exist, actually. So when I came across TK member Shelbi Keith’s recipe for Scalloped Hasselback Potatoes, I knew we were going to become fast friends. The first players up are: a few Russet potatoes (I’m sure other varieties will work equally as well), Parmigiano-Reggiano and butter. Start by scrubbing your potatoes good and clean. Then, using a sharp knife, make slices across the potato, being sure to stop before you reach its bottom. Cut up your butter. Then do the same with the Parmigiano-Reggiano. Description
Mema’s Whole Wheat Bread This post is sponsored by {*style:<a href=' Toll House® Morsels, the perfect special ingredient for all of your family’s favorite treats! One of the favorite memories of my grandmother (who we called Mema) was the homemade whole wheat bread she would make at least once a week for as long as I can remember. Sometimes we’d help her, sometimes we’d just watch her quick hands work, but it was always a highlight of our visits. She used the same recipe for decades. Low carb spicy almond cheese crisps. (Easy!) | Kim's Club Low carb spicy almond cheese crisps. (Easy!) Author: Kim's Club Prep time: Cook time: Total time: 60g/1/2 cup grated mature cheddar 24gm/1/4 cup ground almonds 1 tbsp grated parmesan a few shakes of tabasco Mix together and spoon into mounds on baking parchment lined sheet. These have more fibre than carbs! Serving size: 1 biscuit Calories: 45kcal Fat: 4g Carbohydrates: 2.3g (0 net carbs) Fibre: 2.4g If you like my recipes and eating plans, please consider donating £1 or $1 to help me develop new stuff and run the website. 158 Total views 11 Views today Tags: Bakery, Biscuits, coeliac, Crisps, Diabetic Friendly, Gluten-Free, Low Carbohydrate, Snacks