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Chili Boccoli

posted August 16, 2010 in Smoky Mountain Cafe

Almost two years ago, I posted a recipe for Roasted Broccoli that was a huge hit with my family and my readers.  A.J. and I tried a variation just to change it up a bit.I'm a bit apprehensive about using a lot o chili powder in a dish, but& (read full article)

Pulled Pork BBQ

posted August 16, 2010 in Cooking Rut

Oh, how I wish I had a photo to share with you. We had dinner the other night -- pulled pork BBQ -- and it was delicious. My daughter, the BBQ sauce guru of the family, ate every bit and even licked the plate clean. Maybe I should have taken a pictur (read full article)

Bread and Butter Pickles

posted August 16, 2010 in Mermaids Treasures

 Ive made this on and off thru the years, they are pretty good. BREAD AND BUTTER PICKLES 8lbs. cucumbers2lbs. white onions1/2c. salt (I used coarse kosher salt)1 qt. white vinegar2c. sugar ( I used organic)2 tsp. celery seed2 tsp. turmeric1 (read full article)

BBQ Grilled Bratwurst Recipe

posted August 13, 2010 in BBQ Party

Ingredients 1 Pkg of 6 uncooked Bratwurst 1 1/2 cans or bottles of beer 1 can or refrigerated package sauerkraut 1 t caraway seed 1/2 t mustard seed other seasonings to taste. Preparation Before igniting, spray your grill with Pam cooking spray. Pl (read full article)

Let's Talk Strategy: Step Away from the Chips Challenge

posted August 13, 2010 in The Skinny Fight

Do you have a game plan for Monday's challenge? Let's start with listing which processed foods we're going to avoid. I'm giving  up cookies, chips, other snacks, most dairy and fast food. I eat Greek yogurt, salmon in a pouch, frozen seafood (read full article)

French Fries. Batter Up!

posted August 13, 2010 in Eats & Everything.

Crispy, seasoned, perfection!Thank you Cassie for sharing your wonderful recipe.Here is the recipe: (adapted from allrecipes, by Cassie)1 large potato1/4 cup flour1/8 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon sea salt1/4 teaspoon pa (read full article)

BBQ Herb Cured Grilled Pork Roast Recipe

posted August 12, 2010 in BBQ Party

Ingredients 1 boneless pork loin roast, about 3 to 4 pounds 4 quarts of water 1/2 cup brown sugar, firmly packed 1/4 cup salt 10 peppercorns 5 juniper berries 5 bay leaves 2 tablespoons fennel seed 1 cup mixed fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, sage) Pe (read full article)

Poached Salmon

posted August 12, 2010 in Confessions of a Serial Baker

Poached Salmon 2 (4 oz. ea.) salmon filets 1 1/2 c. vegetable (or chicken) broth 1 t. dried minced onion flakes seasonings: salt, chives, dill, oregano, 1 bay leaf, paprika In a large skillet, simmer onion and seasonings in broth for about 10-15 minu (read full article)

{ review } Zatarain's Creole Seasoning Blends

posted August 11, 2010 in MyGourmetConnection

Zatarain's Big and Zest Creole Seasonings are a blend of salt, red pepper and other zesty ingredients that ramp up the flavors of grilled meats, fish, chicken, veggies, soups and salads. (read full article)

Seared Salmon with Garlic Dill Sour Cream

posted August 06, 2010 in Angie\'s Recipes

Simply seasoned with salt and crushed black pepper, these pan seared salmon fillets are perfectly paired with dill flavoured sour cream, which naturally and wonderfully marries the rich flavour of salmon, and a side salad (together with a couple sli (read full article)

Cookbook: Cooking Essentials

posted August 05, 2010 in Food For Thought

Over the past few years I have looked into a number of cookbooks and this time I was searching for a really good book to give as a wedding gift. This book was sent to me when I had a short subscription with Cooking Club of America, back in 2007. I ne (read full article)

Whole Broiled Tilapia Recipe

posted August 05, 2010 in Southern Grace Gourmet

Whole Tilapia is easy to cook under the high heat of the broiler. In this recipe, I just used lemon, garlic  and butter to flavor the fish. Don’t be afraid of the heads. My son called these, Big Scary Fish. He’s hilarious, I just picked (read full article)

Vegetarian Restaurant Review: 4Square Deli & Gifts, Little Rock, Arkansas

posted August 05, 2010 in Veggin'

Little Rock boasts only one vegetarian restaurant. Yes, you read that right. One. There are, of course, vegetarian friendly menus scattered around town, but there is only one with an entirely vegetarian menu – 4square Deli & Gifts. It was (read full article)

Nakano Rice Vinegars Review and Giveaway

posted August 03, 2010 in A Self-Confessed Foodie

I’ve recently had the opportunity to try Nakano Seasoned Rice Vinegars. I received a bottle of their red pepper vinegar to review! Rice vinegars are interesting because they add a lot of flavor to dishes without adding a ton of calories. Nakano (read full article)

Mexican meal: Enchilada chicken and mexican corn

posted July 31, 2010 in What's Cooking in Kentucky

Everyday at my job I am asked questions about what foods are healthy, what foods we should eat, etc.  Mexican food tends to have a lot of cheese…queso, enchiladas, tacos, burritos…is there any mexican dish that doesn’t have cheese (read full article)

Mexican meal: Enchilada chicken and mexican rice

posted July 31, 2010 in What's Cooking in Kentucky

Everyday at my job I am asked questions about what foods are healthy, what foods we should eat, etc.  Mexican food tends to have a lot of cheese…queso, enchiladas, tacos, burritos…is there any mexican dish that doesn’t have cheese (read full article)

The Monthly Rubdown: Three Little Pigs All-Natural Sauce

posted July 30, 2010 in BBQ Addicts

As we round out our week long rendition of The Monthly Rubdown, you didn’t really think we’d showcase a line of all-natural seasonings without offering up a selection of sauces to go with it? Lucky for us, Three Little Pigs also have a c (read full article)

Eastman Outdoors Sausage Seasoning Kit with Casings for 15-Pounds of Meat

posted July 29, 2010 in Spanish Food And Recipes

Eastman Outdoors Sausage Seasoning Kit with Casings for 15-Pounds of Meat Special Sage and pepper blend Makes 15-pound of meat into links. Good for Wild Game, Beef, Pork, or Poultry Natural Sheep casings Easy, detailed Instructions Eastman Outdoors S (read full article)

The Monthly Rubdown: Three Little Pigs All-Natural Rub

posted July 29, 2010 in BBQ Addicts

We’re heading down the home stretch of our Rubdown Marathon, and this time we bringing you a line of BBQ rubs designed for the health-conscious cooker, or the barbecue fan with special dietary needs. No longer does the terror of ingesting MSG (read full article)

The Monthly Rubdown: Three Little Pigs All-Natural Rub

posted July 29, 2010 in BBQ Addicts

We’re heading down the home stretch of our Rubdown Marathon, and this time we bringing you a line of BBQ rubs designed for the health-conscious cooker, or the barbecue fan with special dietary needs. No longer does the terror of ingesting MSG (read full article)

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