Qdoba is a small Mexican restaurant chain that has the best burritos – EVER! It’s not a hop, skip and a jump from here, so I’m trying to duplicate these magnifico burritos at home. (Photo courtesy of Qdoba) The Marinade 2 lbs. chicken tenders* Juice from one fresh orange and one fresh lime 2 Tbsp.…
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This month’s CRAZY COOKING CHALLENGE – Spaghetti with Red Sauce. I could eat this everyday. This recipe is a little unusual as we are making our meatballs…..with no meat! These crispy, savory, balls, simmering in tomato sauce, are delicious and surprising. They have all the texture and flavor that a meatball-lover would ask for, there’s…
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Chocolate meets banana! Two bananas left in the freezer worked out perfectly for this moist – almost brownie-like banana bread. I only wish I had some walnuts……….. Click here for the recipe… Sharing with Thursdays Treasures ~King Arthur Flour
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Amidst the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, we all have to use whatever we have available in the pantry and fridge until the stores re-open and shelves are stocked again. Lentils provide plenty of protein and makes a great vegetarian dinner. 1 large onion, chopped 1 cup shredded carrot 1/2 tsp. garlic powder 1/4 tsp. onion…
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Great gravy begins with this make-ahead turkey stock. You can make this stock anytime since turkey wings are available all year long. The turkey and dressing may get all the attention, but it’s gravy that make the meal. This do-ahead version helps everything taste better. This is a classic gravy. 3 lbs. turkey wings (available…
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Great gravy begins with this make-ahead turkey stock. You can make this stock anytime since turkey wings are available all year long. The turkey and dressing may get all the attention, but it’s gravy that make the meal. This do-ahead version helps everything taste better. This is a classic gravy. 3 lbs. turkey wings (available…
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Chocolate meets banana! Two bananas left in the freezer worked out perfectly for this moist – almost brownie-like banana bread. I only wish I had some walnuts……….. Click here for the recipe… Sharing with Thursdays Treasures ~King Arthur Flour
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The most requested dish at Rao’s in New York City. Chicken broiled with a tangy lemon, olive oil and garlic sauce. This dish seems to go out to almost every table. 1 cup fresh lemon juice1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil1/2 tbsp. red wine vinegar4 cloves garlic, peeled and minced1/4 tsp. dried oreganoSalt and freshly ground…
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This chicken is very similar to a dish we order from our favorite Mexican Restaurant – Jose Tejas. Their version is very, very spicy. I had to tone down the rub mixture to my own taste. You really should cook these in a cast iron skillet to get the full blackened effect (and lots of…
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This chicken is very similar to a dish we order from our favorite Mexican Restaurant – Jose Tejas. Their version is very, very spicy. I had to tone down the rub mixture to my own taste. You really should cook these in a cast iron skillet to get the full blackened effect (and lots of…
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Ćwikła isn’t quite easy to pronounce so I’ve always just called it red beets, because that’s what is is. Buraki, in Polish simply means beetroots and this is a typical Polish condiment, served with roast or any kind of smoked meat or sausage. It is a must on the holiday table, regardless if it’s Christmas…
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Ćwikła isn’t quite easy to pronounce so I’ve always just called it red beets, because that’s what is is. Buraki, in Polish simply means beetroots and this is a typical Polish condiment, served with roast or any kind of smoked meat or sausage. It is a must on the holiday table, regardless if it’s Christmas…
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Mardi Gras falls on Tuesday, March 8th, this year. “Fat Tuesday” is the last day of the carnival season as it always falls the day before Ash Wednesday. When I think of New Orleans, I think of the famous beignets. I’ve never been to the French Quarter, but my sister went on a business trip…
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Ćwikła isn’t quite easy to pronounce so I’ve always just called it red beets, because that’s what is is. Buraki, in Polish simply means beetroots and this is a typical Polish condiment, served with roast or any kind of smoked meat or sausage. It is a must on the holiday table, regardless if it’s Christmas…
