Friday, April 30, 2010
Thursday, April 29, 2010
and to go with the turkey meat loaf. Dijon Roasted New Potatoes
1 spray cooking spray
1 1/2 tsp olive oil
3 Tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp paprika
3/4 tsp dried or 1 1/2 tsp of fresh thyme
3/4 tsp table salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 1/2 pound uncooked new potatoes, cut in half.
Instructions
Preheat oven to 425°F. Coat a 9- X 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
In a large bowl, whisk together oil, mustard, paprika, thyme, salt and pepper; add potatoes and stir to coat.
Transfer potatoes to prepared baking dish and roast 15 minutes; stir and roast until tender on inside, about 15 to 20 minutes more.
And here's a tip for you...if your potatoes do not get crispy enough, coat them with cooking spray and then bake them for a few more minutes. Presto! Crispy.
Dan's Turkey Meatloaf.
Ingredients:
1 Tbsp olive oil
3/4 cup onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup green pepper, finely chopped
2 medium garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup low-fat shredded cheddar cheese, sharp
1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
1 tsp ketchup
1/2 tsp table salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 1/4 pound uncooked ground turkey breast
1 spray cooking spray
1/2 cup ketchup
1 Tbsp unpacked light brown sugar
1 tsp mustard
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion, bell pepper and garlic; sauté 3 minutes. Cool.
Combine onion mixture, cheese and next 6 ingredients in a large bowl; toss to moisten bread. Crumble turkey over onion mixture; stir just until blended.
Pack meat mixture into an 8 x 4-inch loaf pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350°F for 35 minutes. Combine 1⁄2 cup ketchup, brown sugar and mustard in a small bowl; stir well.
Spread ketchup mixture over meat loaf and bake an additional 5 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes.
Remove meat loaf from pan. Cut into slices and serve.
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
Monday, April 26, 2010
Thursday, April 22, 2010
Happy Birthday, John Waters.
Writer/Director John Waters is 64 today. He brought us such gems as "Pink Flamingos", "Hairspray", "Cry Baby", "Serial Mom", and "Pecker." He was one of my late Aunt's, Mary Elizabeth's favorite. (And mine too.) NO MORE TEABAGING!"
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Dan's Chicken Fajitas
This is from a recipe I found years ago and it's DE-LI-CIOUS. I modified it a bit to suit my taste, as you can do as well. If you like more garlic, add more garlic! Perfect for Cinco De Mayo, which Pierre and I will be celebrating with this. Service with warm tortillas, shredded lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, guac, whatever tickles your fancy.
Enjoy!
Ingredients:
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 clove garlic, minced
1 dash hot pepper sauce
1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into strips
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 onion, thinly sliced
1 green bell pepper, sliced
1/2 lemon, juiced
DIRECTIONS:
1.In a medium bowl, combine Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, soy sauce, chili powder, garlic and hot pepper sauce. Place chicken in sauce, and turn once to coat. Refigerate and marinate for several hours.
2.Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken strips to the pan, and saute for 5 minutes. Add the onion and green pepper, and saute another 3 minutes. Remove from heat, and sprinkle with lemon juice.
Who Wants A Topping?
May The Force Be Without You
Um.. yeah. You must watch the whole video to see the "acting." Where's Chewy when you need him?
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Taco The Turtle... batteries sold seperately.
The littlest thing amazes people. Now if the turtle talked.. that would be amazing.
Monday, April 19, 2010
Spice Rubbed Broiled Pork Chops
I made this the other week for Pierre and I. Not only is it healthy, but so delicious and very easy and very quick. Place the chop on top of the beans drizzled with lemon. So yummy.
You can also service it with some rice. I prefer jasmine over plain white. Brown is ultimately the best for you, though.
Ingredients:
1 Tbsp unpacked brown sugar
2 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp garlic powder
2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
4 lean boneless pork chop, 1/2-inch thick chops
1 pound(s) green beans, steamed
1/2 tsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat broiler and coat broiler pan with cooking spray.
In a small bowl, combine chili powder, sugar, cumin and garlic powder. Add Worcestershire sauce and stir until paste forms.
Rub paste onto both sides of each pork chop, place on prepared pan and broil 4 minutes on each side until inside is no longer pink.
Serve with string beans drizzled with fresh lemon juice.
Saturday, April 17, 2010
Mike Huckabee is an idiot.. still.
Who the heck thinks like that? I mean... honestly? And these people consider us "freaks" and them "normal?" Ha!
Friday, April 16, 2010
Braised Chicken With Shallots
I will be cooking this on Sunday. Looks absolutely delicious. I'll let you know how it comes out.
Ingredients:
8 bone-in, skinless chicken thighs (about 2 1/2 pounds total)
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound small shallots (about 12), peeled and halved
5 garlic cloves, peeled and halved
1/2 cup dry white wine
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
Fresh tarragon leaves, for garnish (optional)
Directions
1.Season chicken with salt and pepper; coat with flour, shaking off excess.
2.In a Dutch oven or 5-quart pot with a tight-fitting lid, heat oil over medium-high. Cook chicken until browned, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Remove; set aside.
3.Add shallots and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly softened and golden brown, about 5 minutes. Add wine; cook until evaporated, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in mustard and 1 1/2 cups water; bring to a boil.
4.Return chicken, bone side down, to pot. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook until chicken is tender and cooked through, 30 to 35 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate; loosely tent with aluminum foil to keep warm. Add tomatoes to pot; season with salt and pepper. Cook on high until sauce has thickened, 6 to 8 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low, and return chicken to pot; cook until heated through. Serve, garnished with tarragon, if desired.
Friday Fail Video
Um, some things "big boned" guys shouldn't try.. this is one of them.
Watch is ginger haired devil children not even help him in the end.
Watch is ginger haired devil children not even help him in the end.
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
Lime Chicken Soft Tacos
Now that spring has sprung, I love lighter recipes. Here's one that you and your loved ones will crave every week. Enjoy!
Ingredients
1 1/2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast meat - cubed (you can also use rotisserie chicken, stripped)
1/8 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 lime, juiced
1 teaspoon white sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Chili powder to taste
1/4 cup of sweet onion, chopped finely or in strips(you may also use two green onions)
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tsp of chopped fresh cilantro
8 (6 inch) flour tortillas
1 tomato, diced
1/4 cup shredded lettuce
1/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/4 cup salsa
Sour Cream, etc...
Directions
1.Saute chicken in a medium saucepan over medium high heat for about 20 minutes or until cooked. Add vinegar, lime juice, sugar, salt, pepper, chili powder, onion, garlic and cilantro. Simmer for an extra 10 minutes.
2.Heat an iron skillet over medium heat. Place a tortilla in the pan, warm, and turn over to heat the other side. Repeat with remaining tortillas. Serve lime chicken mixture in warm tortillas topped with tomato, lettuce, cheese and salsa, sour cream, etc..
Enjoy!
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
Talk about getting a leg up....
Monday, April 12, 2010
Sunday, April 11, 2010
Saturday, April 10, 2010
And speaking of lesbians...
Man or old lesbian? You decide click on the link below to see more HIGHlarious pics of men who look like old lezzies.
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Friday, April 9, 2010
Yogurt Grilled Chicken Breast with Pineapple Roasted Red Pepper Salsa
I have been eating healthy, mostly, for the past few months and have lost over 35 lbs so far. I've had set backs but since the move to Montreal, things have been going well. Pierre has lost a few lbs too. So, I've decided to plan menus ahead. This will be a dish for next week. I've had it before and it's delish.
enjoy!
YOGURT GRILLED CHICKEN BREAST WITH PINEAPPLE ROASTED RED PEPPE SALSA
•1 cup yogurt
•1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
•2 garlic cloves, chopped
•1 teaspoon dried basil
•1 teaspoon dried oregano
•1 lemon, zested
•2 teaspoons salt
•1 teaspoon hot sauce
•6 (6-ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
•Lemon slices, for garnish
•Roasted Red Pepper Pineapple Salsa, recipe follows
Directions
Mix the yogurt, olive oil, garlic, basil, oregano, lemon zest, salt and hot sauce together in a large bowl. Add the chicken and toss well to coat. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
Preheat a cast iron grill pan over high heat for 4 to 5 minutes or preheat an outdoor grill. Place the chicken on the grill and cook for 4 minutes per side, until the chicken is firm to the touch.
Platter and garnish with lemon slices. Serve warm or at room temperature with salsa on the side.
Pineapple Roasted Red Pepper Salsa:
1 (20-ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
1 jarred roasted red pepper, cut into small dice
2 tablespoons chopped parsley leaves
1 teaspoon hot sauce
Pinch salt
Place all the ingredients in a small mixing bowl and mix well. Place in a decorative bowl and serve
enjoy!
YOGURT GRILLED CHICKEN BREAST WITH PINEAPPLE ROASTED RED PEPPE SALSA
•1 cup yogurt
•1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
•2 garlic cloves, chopped
•1 teaspoon dried basil
•1 teaspoon dried oregano
•1 lemon, zested
•2 teaspoons salt
•1 teaspoon hot sauce
•6 (6-ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
•Lemon slices, for garnish
•Roasted Red Pepper Pineapple Salsa, recipe follows
Directions
Mix the yogurt, olive oil, garlic, basil, oregano, lemon zest, salt and hot sauce together in a large bowl. Add the chicken and toss well to coat. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
Preheat a cast iron grill pan over high heat for 4 to 5 minutes or preheat an outdoor grill. Place the chicken on the grill and cook for 4 minutes per side, until the chicken is firm to the touch.
Platter and garnish with lemon slices. Serve warm or at room temperature with salsa on the side.
Pineapple Roasted Red Pepper Salsa:
1 (20-ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
1 jarred roasted red pepper, cut into small dice
2 tablespoons chopped parsley leaves
1 teaspoon hot sauce
Pinch salt
Place all the ingredients in a small mixing bowl and mix well. Place in a decorative bowl and serve
Leave it to Bieber
Lesbians love the Bieb. But is this really Justin Bieber or a gay imitation? Click below to find out.
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Wow.. haven't posted in a loooooong time
Sorry about that. Life has been crazy. I'll start posting more now.
Thanks for tuning in, kids.
Thanks for tuning in, kids.
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