Monday, August 10, 2015

Grilled Mahi Mahi and Asparagus

  • 3-4 Mahi Mahi Fillets
  • Asparagus
  • Dill 
  • garlic salt
  • butter
  • bell peppers(optional)
  • minced garlic
  • fresh lemon

Tuesday, August 4, 2015

Chicken Fajita Lettuce Wraps with Vinegar Slaw

  • 3 chicken breasts
  • 1-2 bell peppers any color
  • romain lettuce
  • Taco seasoning(see my recipe)
  • 1 tbs minced garlic
  • tbs coconut oil
For Slaw
  • 1 bag of coleslaw mix
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 2 tbs course sea salt
  • 2 tbs sugar
  • 1/4 tsp celery seed
  • 3 green onions thinly sliced

Monday, August 3, 2015

Open Face Watermelon Sandwiches

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces goat cheese
  • 1 handful fresh Florida mint leaves, chopped
  • Kosher salt and fresh ground pepper to taste
  • 1/2 loaf of your favorite bread, sliced thin
  • Olive oil
  • 1/4 medium-sized Florida watermelon, seeds and rind removed


Monday, July 27, 2015

Vegan Dairy Free Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake

Ingredients
    For the crust:
  • 1 cup raw almonds
  • 1 cup raw walnuts
  • 8 medjool dates (pits removed)
  • 2 T water
  • For the filling:
  • 2 cups raw cashews (soaked overnight)
  • 1 1/2 cups raspberries (I used fresh, but you can probably use frozen as well)
  • 3 T lemon juice (or juice of 1 1/2 small lemons)
  • 1/3 cup coconut oil (softened)
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • For the chocolate:
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 1/3 cup almond milk

Friday, July 17, 2015

Cocoa Rubbed Ribs



Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons firmly packed light brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons McCormick Chili Powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons McCormick Basil Leaves
  • 1 teaspoon McCormick Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon McCormick Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon McCormick Crushed Red Pepper
  • 2 racks pork baby back ribs (about 4 pounds), white membrane removed
  • 1 cup passion fruit nectar
  • 3/4 cup barbecue sauce

Tuesday, July 14, 2015

Barbecue Meatball Skewers with Mozzarella

Ingredients

  • Makes: 20 meatball skewers
  • Prep time: 20 minutes
  • Cook time: 12 minutes
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs
  • 1/3 cup basil, chopped
  • 1 egg, scrambled
  • 3 tablespoons onion, diced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 4 ounces fresh mozzarella
  • 2 cups KC Masterpiece Kansas City Classic Barbecue Sauce
  • 20 3-inch wooden skewers


Friday, July 10, 2015

Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic and Cranberries

Ingredients


  • 3 pounds Brussels sprouts
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 cup dried cranberries

Thursday, July 9, 2015

Fruit Soup

Ingredients:

3 cups fresh fruit, diced (peaches, nectarines, apricots, plums, grapes)
6 cups water
1/2 cup sugar or honey, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
2 Tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup cold water



Tuesday, July 7, 2015

Alaska Sockeye Salmon with Herbs and Garlic

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds Alaska sockeye salmon, fresh or thawed
  • Cooking spray
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup white wine
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter or extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons finely minced fresh garlic
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs


Grilled Pork Chops with Basil-Garlic Rub

Ingredients

  • 4 bone-in pork loin chops, 3/4-inch thick
  • 2 garlic cloves, peeled
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves, packed
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon coarse salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper



Monday, July 6, 2015

Coffee BBQ sauce

  • 1 cup no-salt-added ketchup
  • 1 cup brewed coffee
  • 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons balsomic vinegar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons low sodium soy sauce

Wednesday, July 1, 2015

All Star Sliders on Cornbread Buns

Ingredients
Cornbread Buns
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 eggs, lightly beaten
Sliders
  • 3/4 pound ground chuck
  • 1 egg, lightly beaten
  • 1/2 small yellow onion, minced
  • (about 1/3 cup)
  • 1/3 cup shredded pepper-jack cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 5 to 6 dashes hot sauce, or to taste


Tuesday, June 30, 2015

Skillet Quinoa with Black Beans, Cilantro and Feta

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 1 cup onions, diced
  • 2 cups red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 3/4 cup quinoa, uncooked
  • 1 can (15 ounces) reduced sodium black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1/3 cup crumbled, reduced-fat feta cheese*
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 medium garlic clove, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Friday, June 26, 2015

Grilled Tofu With Summer Vegetables

Ingredients
•2 1/2 pounds Nasoya Extra Firm Organic Tofu, cubed into1 inch squares

Marinade
•1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce
•1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
•4 tablespoon fresh lime juice
•2 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
•1 teaspoon crushed red pepper

Thursday, June 25, 2015

Spicy Grilled Watermelon

Ingredients

  • 1 packet Weber Chipotle Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Mazola Corn Oil
  • 1 2-inch wide slice of watermelon



Wednesday, June 24, 2015

Deep Fried Oreos

  • 1 (20 ounce) package Oreo cookies
  • 2 cups Bisquick
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups milk
  • 3 teaspoons oil
  • vegetable oil (enough for deep frying)

Monday, June 22, 2015

Weiner Winks(Crescent dogs)

8 hot dogs
4 slices (3/4 oz each) American cheese, each cut into 6 strips
1 can (8 oz) Pillsbury® refrigerated crescent dinner rolls

Monday, June 15, 2015

Macaroni & Cheese with Cauliflower

Ingredients

  • 2 cups small shell-shaped pasta
  • 1 small head cauliflower, cut into florets, about 6 cups
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 small onion, minced
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 1/2 cups DairyPure Whole milk or DairyPure 2% Reduced Fat milk
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil


Friday, June 12, 2015

BBQ Pulled-Pork Tacos

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds (1/2 tray) Byron's Fully Cooked Pulled Pork BBQ
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 package (12 ounces) coleslaw mix
  • 2 Granny Smith apples, washed and grated
  • 8 six-inch corn tortillas
  • Chopped cilantro for garnish (optional)


Thursday, June 11, 2015

Grilled Lamb with Curried Vegetables and Grape Pine Nut Gremolata

Grilled Lamb with Curried Vegetables and Grape Pine Nut Gremolata


(photo by: Noel Barnhurst)


Curried vegetables:
  • 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter, divided
  • 1 tablespoon minced onion
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 teaspoon minced peeled fresh ginger
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder
  • 8 ounces fingerling potatoes (about 8)
  • 7 teaspoons olive oil, divided
  • 1/2 head of cauliflower, cored, cut into bite-size florets
  • 8 brussels sprouts, halved

Tuesday, June 9, 2015

California Chicken Wraps

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons Hellmann's® or Best Foods® Mayonnaise Dressing with Olive Oil
  • 4 6-inch fajita size whole wheat flour tortillas
  • 12 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breasts, grilled and sliced
  • 1 medium avocado, peeled and sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1/4 cup sliced red onion
  • 2 cups mixed salad greens



Monday, June 8, 2015

Rotisserie Chicken and rice soup



  • left overs from a rotisserie chicken including carcass
  • 1 can of creamed chicken soup
  • 2 cups of rice
veggies or anything else you would like to put in

Friday, June 5, 2015

Easy Beef and Broccoli


Ingredients:
2 cups instant white rice, uncooked
1 Tbsp. oil
1 lb. beef stir-fry strips
2 cups frozen broccoli florets
1/4 cup hoisin sauce
1/4 cup KRAFT CATALINA Dressing
1 Tbsp. grated gingerroot

Thursday, June 4, 2015

Hawaiian Grilled Pork Chops

courtesy of  Shelly Breen from Point of Grace's Cooking with Grace

  • 1 (20oz) can of pineapple
  • six 1inch thick pork chops
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup minced onion
  • 1 clove of garlic, minced
  • 1 Tbsp Brown sugar

Wednesday, June 3, 2015

Spicy Rosemary and Garlic Marinade

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Texas Pete Hotter hot sauce
  • 2 tablespoons fresh minced rosemary
  • 2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic
  • 1/2 cup olive oil


Monday, June 1, 2015

Crock Pot Shredded Chicken Nachos

3 Chicken Breasts
1 jar of salsa
1 bag tortilla chips
1 can of black beans
1 bag of shredded cheese

Friday, May 29, 2015

Southwestern Bean & Quinoa Salad With Cilantro-Lime Dressing

Ingredients

  • 1 can (15 ounces) READ Southwestern Bean Salad
  • 1/2 cup red cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup yellow cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup chopped tomatillos
  • 1/2 cup thin bell pepper strips
  • 2 cups cooked quinoa
Dressing:
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon shredded lime peel
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste)
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro


Thursday, May 28, 2015

Chicken Salad With Roasted Tomatoes

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup pecans, finely chopped and toasted
  • 1/2 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 pound cherry tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 4 cups mixed greens
  • Red onion slices
  • Cucumber slices
  • 2 ounces blue cheese
  • Ranch or balsamic vinaigrette dressing



Tuesday, May 26, 2015

Southwest Style Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad with Creamy Chipotle Vinaigrette

Ingredients

Creamy Chipotle Vinaigrette:
  • 1/3 cup Mazola Corn Oil
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 teaspoons canned chipotle in adobo sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/4 cup half and half
  • 1/4 cup cilantro

Friday, May 22, 2015

Honey Roasted Peanut Crusted Pork Loin

Ingredients

  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 1.25-pound pork tenderloin
  • 1/2 cup honey roasted peanuts, finely chopped


Thursday, May 21, 2015

Chicken on the can



It's one of my favorite ways to grill chicken.  You can find the rack to sit the can on at walmart for about 3 dollars. 
  • 1 whole chicken
  • can of beer or your favorite soda
  • 1tsp crushed red pepper
  • 1tsp of rosemary
  • BBQ rub(check out my recipe  or whatever you like)

Wednesday, May 20, 2015

Quinoa Fried rice


Ingredients:-2 tbsp sesame oil or coconut oit
-1 tsp minced garlic
-1 tsp minced ginger
-1 cup frozen or fresh broccoli
-1can water chestnuts
-1 cup peas, fresh or frozen
-1 cup corn, fresh or frozen
-1 cup shredded carrot
-3-4 cups cooked quinoa(cook before making stirfry)
-1 cup white rice (cook before making stirfry)
-1/4 cup soy sauce
-2 eggs(cook before making stirfry)
-1 tbs chinese 5 spice
-salt & pepper, to taste
-extra soy sauce + Sriacha, to taste
-vegetables to you your liking

Tuesday, May 19, 2015

Iced coffee

  • 8 ounces of milk(could be almond, soy, whatever your favorite is)
  • 1 tbsp instant coffee
  • optional your favorite fixings(sweetner, chocolate sauce, whipped cream)

Monday, May 18, 2015

Asian Apple Butter Grilling Sauce for Pork

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Musselman’s Apple Butter
  • 1/4 cup Musselman’s Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper


Friday, May 15, 2015

Garlic lime shrimp pasta.



  • 2 1/2 cups of shrimp de-tailed(we used a bag frozen from walmart and thawed it)
  • 4 cloves of garlic or more if you like :)
  • 1 1/2 limes worth of juice.  
  • seasoning to taste
  • pasta

Thursday, May 14, 2015

Texas BBQ Chopped Salad

Ingredients

  • 2 cups (16 ounces) prepared barbecue shredded chicken
  • 1 package (12 ounces) chopped iceberg lettuce
  • 1/2 cup prepared ranch dressing
  • 1 package (8 ounces) Borden 2% Sharp Cheddar Chunk Cheese, divided
  • 1/2 cup sliced black olives
  • 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes



Wednesday, May 13, 2015

Southwestern Marinated Chicken with Bean Salad

Ingredients
  • 1 can (15 ounces) READ Southwestern Bean Salad
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 large cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
  • Bean Salad (see recipe below)
  • Chopped fresh cilantro

Tuesday, May 12, 2015

Pulled Pork


Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons dried sage leaves
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme leaves
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary leaves
  • 1 3-pound boneless pork shoulder or sirloin roast
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil or other neutral-flavored oil
  • 1 cup chicken broth

Monday, May 11, 2015

Spicy Sorghum Chicken Breasts

Ingredients

  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup canola oil
  • 2 tablespoons sorghum syrup
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 jalapeno peppers, minced
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Salt
  • Pepper


Thursday, May 7, 2015

Wednesday, May 6, 2015

Broccoli and Cauliflower Gratin Mac 'n Cheese


Ingredients

  • 1 small head or bundle broccoli, trimmed into florets
  • 1 small head cauliflower or half a large head, trimmed and cut into florets
  • 1 pound whole-wheat macaroni or penne or other short cut pasta
  • 2 cups sour cream or reduced-fat sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/3 cup finely chopped chives
  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled and grated or crushed into paste
  • A few drops hot sauce
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 1/2 cups grated extra-sharp cheddar

Tuesday, May 5, 2015

Creamy Chicken Taquitos

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces cream cheese
  • 4 ounces diced green chiles
  • 1/2 cup Sabra Southwest Salsa
  • 3 green onions, diced (green and white parts)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon chipotle chile powder
  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
  • 1/3 cup minced cilantro
  • 10-12 small flour tortillas (6-inch)
  • Spray olive oil


Thursday, April 30, 2015

My Bbq rub




1/2 tbsp black pepper
1tbsp cumin
1tbsp brown sugar
2tbsp garlic powder
1tbsp chinese 5 spice(can find in most grocery stores)
1 tbsp chili powder

Wednesday, April 29, 2015

Green Tea Coconut Popsicles

Ingredients
  • 1 13.5-ounce can full-fat coconut milk
  • about ½ cup alt-milk (almond or more coconut would be great!)
  • 2-3 teaspoons culinary-quality matcha powder
  • ¼ cup agave nectar

Tuesday, April 28, 2015

Bacon Wrapped Pineapple Shrimp


Ingredients

  • 12 jumbo shrimp, deveined
  • 1/4 fresh pineapple cut into bite sized chunks or 1 (14-ounce) can pineapple chunks in natural juice, drained
  • 6 slices center-cut bacon, cut in 1/2 crosswise
  • 12 wooden toothpicks

Monday, April 27, 2015

Southwest Salsa Bowl

Ingredients

Materials:
  • 1 round, seedless watermelon
  • Dry erase marker
  • Utility knife or carving knife
  • Ice cream scoop or other large spoon
  • Fire and Ice Salsa (see recipe below)
  • Chips, jalapenos, cilantro and lime, for garnish
Carving Watermelon

Thursday, April 23, 2015

Quinoa Chicken Vegetable Salad

Ingredients

  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can chicken broth
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 (10-ounce) can chicken breast, drained and flaked
  • 1 (8-ounce) can cut green beans, drained
  • 1 (8.75-ounce) can corn, drained
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper


Wednesday, April 22, 2015

Bbq pulled pork



This recipe can work for beef roast as well.
  • Pork roast 1-2lb
  • 1/2 cup of teriyaki sauce
  • 2 cup of water
  • 1 1/2 tbsp cumin
  • 2tbsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp tabasco chipotle sauce