We ended up having extra people, which made it fun. I love a houseful at the holidays.
The Menu?
- Spiral Sliced Ham
- Roasted Asparagus
- Mashed Potatoes
- Buttered Corn
- Bread
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
A Wonderful Easter Meal
So I hope everyone had a FABULOUS Easter!
We ended up having extra people, which made it fun. I love a houseful at the holidays.
The Menu?
We ended up having extra people, which made it fun. I love a houseful at the holidays.
The Menu?
Thursday, April 21, 2011
Easter Appetizer Recipes
Found these on a post from Food Network.
Asparagus-Prosciutto Bruschetta
- Prep
- 10 min
- Inactive Prep
- --
- Cook
- 15 min
- Total:
- 25 min
Directions
Thinly slice a baguette; arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet. Brush with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Bake at 425 degrees F until lightly golden, about 7 minutes. Let cool slightly.
Toss halved asparagus spears with olive oil, salt and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast at 450 degrees F until slightly crisp, 7 minutes. Spread softened butter on the toast rounds. Top with sliced prosciutto and the roasted asparagus.
Barbecue Deviled Eggs (from the Neely's)
Toss halved asparagus spears with olive oil, salt and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast at 450 degrees F until slightly crisp, 7 minutes. Spread softened butter on the toast rounds. Top with sliced prosciutto and the roasted asparagus.
Barbecue Deviled Eggs (from the Neely's)Directions
Mash 6 hard-boiled egg yolks, 1 1/2 tablespoons mayonnaise, 2 teaspoons yellow mustard, a dash or two of hot sauce, and salt and pepper. Mix in 1 tablespoon barbecue sauce. Fill the egg whites with the yolk mixture; top with sliced scallions and paprika.
Photographs by Levi Brown
Photographs by Levi Brown
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
In the Kitchen with the naked chef
So my husband decided to show me how to make mushroom risotto.
We started out with caramelizing onions and fresh white mushrooms with 1/2 stick butter and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Then we added the Arborio/Risotto rice and slowly added 1 cup of Chicken Broth 4 times (32 oz.) as it absorbs into the rice. Sirring occasionally.
Bon Appetit!!
We started out with caramelizing onions and fresh white mushrooms with 1/2 stick butter and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Then we added the Arborio/Risotto rice and slowly added 1 cup of Chicken Broth 4 times (32 oz.) as it absorbs into the rice. Sirring occasionally.
Simmer til all liquid is absorbed and rice is fluffy.
Top with Fresh Parmesan Cheese for extra YUM factor!
Bon Appetit!!
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
Chicken-How do you like yours?
Well I cooked tonight, chicken with cheesy broccoli rice.
The chicken was so moist. I put Crushed Garlic, Peppercorn and Chipotle rub on it. YUM!
So how do you like your chicken? I usually like it breaded in panko and baked. Side dishes are usually mashed potatoes and buttered niblet corn from Green Giant.
What are your favorites sides with chicken?
Post your faves here.
The chicken was so moist. I put Crushed Garlic, Peppercorn and Chipotle rub on it. YUM!
So how do you like your chicken? I usually like it breaded in panko and baked. Side dishes are usually mashed potatoes and buttered niblet corn from Green Giant.
What are your favorites sides with chicken?
Post your faves here.
Thursday, April 14, 2011
Cheeseburger cheeseburger
So my husband has gotten sooo good at making frozen burgers taste PHENOMENAL!!
Tonight we had bacon and cheddar burgers. The bacon was crispy and the cheese was gooey and it was dripping juices. Hands down one of the best I've had.
I love my burgers now with caramalized onions. I have tried to expand my horizons. Would love to try the California burgers with the avacado, etc.
Will post more recipes as I find them.
Tonight we had bacon and cheddar burgers. The bacon was crispy and the cheese was gooey and it was dripping juices. Hands down one of the best I've had.
I love my burgers now with caramalized onions. I have tried to expand my horizons. Would love to try the California burgers with the avacado, etc.
Will post more recipes as I find them.
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
Extreme Couponing
This show is on tonight on TLC and I would love to get input on this whole craze.
I did couponing before our last trip to go grocery shopping. We shopped at both Publix and Kroger and total savings was about $78. Not too bad, however, we spent the total amount that we usually do.
A great website that I have gotten daily tips is addictedtosavings.com. There are tips for beginners which is exactly what I needed.
My first step is to get a zippered binder and organize coupons in baseball card holders. I need to classify them by section. I.E. Frozen foods, deli, etc. I know my biggest battle is the whole staying organized thing. As you can see by all my Pampered Chef stuff all over my house. LOL
Another way to organize is to put all the inserts by date and whether it's RedPlum, SmartSource or P&G. I've done this also with the back ups of coupons. I will post pics if you need a sample.
STAY ORGANIZED!!
QponQutie
Coupons.com
Shortcuts.com
Please post what's worked for you.
Happy Couponing!
I did couponing before our last trip to go grocery shopping. We shopped at both Publix and Kroger and total savings was about $78. Not too bad, however, we spent the total amount that we usually do.
A great website that I have gotten daily tips is addictedtosavings.com. There are tips for beginners which is exactly what I needed.
My first step is to get a zippered binder and organize coupons in baseball card holders. I need to classify them by section. I.E. Frozen foods, deli, etc. I know my biggest battle is the whole staying organized thing. As you can see by all my Pampered Chef stuff all over my house. LOL
Another way to organize is to put all the inserts by date and whether it's RedPlum, SmartSource or P&G. I've done this also with the back ups of coupons. I will post pics if you need a sample.
STAY ORGANIZED!!
QponQutie
Coupons.com
Shortcuts.com
Please post what's worked for you.
Happy Couponing!
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
Celebrating National Grilled Cheese Day
What to have for dinner? Why not have a grilled cheese? That's what my family and I did.
Steve had his with fresh tomatoes on it. Ava and I had the basic topped of with Tomato Basil Soup. Yum!
How will you celebrate this yummy, cheesy goodness??
Steve had his with fresh tomatoes on it. Ava and I had the basic topped of with Tomato Basil Soup. Yum!
How will you celebrate this yummy, cheesy goodness??
Monday, April 11, 2011
Growing a Veggie Garden
Hey Y'all!!
We are growing a veggie garden in our backyard for the 2nd time!
We started from the beginning with the seedlings. Now just to wait to get them in the ground.
We have the following growing:
Yellow Squash
Green Beans
Radishes
Banana Peppers
Red Bell Pepper
Serrano peppers
Cayennes
Jalapenos
Eggplant
Basil
Italian Flat Leaf Parsley
Oregano
There's nothing like being able to grow your own produce in your backyard. Last year, we were able to can a whole bunch and then still able to give to neighbors. I will update with pictures as I get them.
Enjoy!
We are growing a veggie garden in our backyard for the 2nd time!
We started from the beginning with the seedlings. Now just to wait to get them in the ground.
We have the following growing:
Yellow Squash
Green Beans
Radishes
Banana Peppers
Red Bell Pepper
Serrano peppers
Cayennes
Jalapenos
Eggplant
Basil
Italian Flat Leaf Parsley
Oregano
There's nothing like being able to grow your own produce in your backyard. Last year, we were able to can a whole bunch and then still able to give to neighbors. I will update with pictures as I get them.
Enjoy!
My Favorite Meals and what to drink with them
OK so here it goes. My first "Food and Wine" post. Inspired by "Julie & Julia." :)
Tonight's meal consists of a Rotisserie Chicken from Kroger. On sale for $4.99 and had a $1.00 of coupon. With this, we are having stuffing and Green Giant Niblet Corn in Butter Sauce. My fave for during the week. We always pick up the bagged veggies because they are always on sale. Easy to store.
I'm pairing this with Arbor Mist Peach Chardonnay. A friend bought me this for birthday and is great for this time of year when it's hot out.
I really want to start cooking more. I have plenty of tools, now I just need to buckle down and learn the fast, fun easy meals to make.
If anyone cares to join me, email me. :)
Tonight's meal consists of a Rotisserie Chicken from Kroger. On sale for $4.99 and had a $1.00 of coupon. With this, we are having stuffing and Green Giant Niblet Corn in Butter Sauce. My fave for during the week. We always pick up the bagged veggies because they are always on sale. Easy to store.
I'm pairing this with Arbor Mist Peach Chardonnay. A friend bought me this for birthday and is great for this time of year when it's hot out.
I really want to start cooking more. I have plenty of tools, now I just need to buckle down and learn the fast, fun easy meals to make.
If anyone cares to join me, email me. :)
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