Recipe for Spicy Shrimp Sandwich with Chipotle Avocado Mayonnaise at Life I will be the first one to admit that I am not a huge sandwich person. Ryan loves them. He loves sub sandwiches, turkey sandwiches, roast beef sandwiches, meatloaf sandwiches, meatball sandwiches…I could go on and on. I on the other hand am not a huge fan. Avocados alone are pretty creamy so I was a little hesitant to mix them with mayonnaise but seriously, the result was like avocado heaven.
Thug Kitchen If you’ve gone all summer without drinking a single slushie, take the rest of the day off and whip up this refreshing motherfucker right here. The watermelon and cucumber in this shit help soothe inflammation and the mint will keep your breath on point. FUCK IT. Splash some vodka in there if you want to take tomorrow off too. 3 pounds of watermelon (seedless is best but some seeds are cool) ½ cup skinned, chopped cucumber juice from 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons) 8-10 fresh mint leaves ¾ cup coconut or tap water 1 teaspoon agave, maple syrup, or honey (optional) Cut away the rind and chop up the watermelon flesh into pieces no larger than a quarter. When the watermelon chunks are frozen add them along with the cucumber, lime juice, mint leaves, and water to a blender and blend until it is all smooth and icy. Had a rough day? Makes about 2 ½ cups of sweet summer slush, enough for 2 people who need to chill the fuck out.
Scalloped Hasselback Potatoes “Scalloped” is an attractive word, isn’t it? When I hear it I think of several things: first, there’s scallops, as in the seafood—totally delicious. Then there’s the scalloped shape that can live on the edge of a pair of shorts or on the collar of a woman’s blouse—always pretty and dainty. And of course scalloped potatoes also comes to mind, which carries my imagination to a land of crispy potato skins drenched in a sea of cheese and cream. I can think of no better place to exist, actually. So when I came across TK member Shelbi Keith’s recipe for Scalloped Hasselback Potatoes, I knew we were going to become fast friends. The first players up are: a few Russet potatoes (I’m sure other varieties will work equally as well), Parmigiano-Reggiano and butter. Start by scrubbing your potatoes good and clean. Then, using a sharp knife, make slices across the potato, being sure to stop before you reach its bottom. Cut up your butter. Then do the same with the Parmigiano-Reggiano. Description
Oven-Fried Onion Rings I really love onion rings, and if I had to pit a good onion ring against a good french fry... well it would be a hard decision. But the problem with onion rings is that so often the are sub par and disappointing. Either the breading is too thick, the onions are too thick or thin, or the onion is undercooked. Biting into a crispy piece of breading only to be met with raw onion is the worst. For several years now I have been wanting to make onion rings at home. Leave it to Cook's Illustrated to come up with just that. In case you are wondering about the dipping sauce I have pictured, I tried to recreate the dipping sauce served at Outback (or Longhorn?) 1/2 cup all-purpose flour1 large egg1/2 cup buttermilk1/4 tsp cayenne pepper1/4 tsp paprikasalt and black pepper30 saltine crackers4 cups kettle-cooked potato chips2 large yellow onions6 Tbs vegetable oilAdjust the oven racks to the lower-middle and upper-middle positions and preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Meanwhile, prep the onion rings.
Baked Potato Grilled Cheese Behold my latest creation…THE BAKED POTATO GRILLED CHEESE! After the glory that was the Brocolli & Cheddar Soup Grilled Cheese , I began racking my brain for what other wonderful things I could deconstruct into grilled cheese format. Soon enough I had envisioned this piece of grilled cheese heaven! I mean how can you go wrong with fried potatoes, bacon, cheese, sour cream and chives all made into a melty grilled cheese? So here is how I went about making it. The Baked Potato Grilled Cheese 2-3 Strips of Bacon 1 Potato 2 tbsp of Sour Cream Cheddar Cheese Green Onions/Chives 2 Slices of Bread Butter Canola Oil Garlic Powder Salt & Pepper To start things off, get a pan on medium heat with enough canola oil to lightly cover the bottom (you could also use olive oil or butter). While cooking, salt and pepper the potatoes to taste (they don’t have to be too salty as the bacon with help with the saltiness as well) and sprinkle a light pinch of garlic powder. The greatness awaits Bob
Individual Parmesan Hash Brown Cups I made these hash brown cups to serve at the bridal shower brunch I co-hosted a couple of weeks ago. They accompanied quiche (made by my friend Becky), Mango Fruit Salad Salsa with Sugar and Spice Tortilla Chips, and Make-Ahead Sticky Buns. I love hash browns with a crispy exterior and moist tender interior. By cooking these hash browns in muffin tins, a large part of each individual serving forms a crispy, brown crust around the cup shape of each muffin portion. Use mini muffin pans for bite-size morsels. Step 1. You also need shredded potatoes. Step 2. Step 3. view on Amazon: my nesting mixing bowl set Step 4. Step 5. view on Amazon: 6-cup regular size muffin tins - I prefer 2 of these pans over one pan with 12 cups for more flexibility in a crowded oven & for making smaller batches.mini muffin tins - bite sized for appetizer platters and a healthy substitute for tater tots. Step 6. Step 7. Step 8. Crispy on the outside, moist and tender on the inside. For breakfast, brunch or dinner.
Smoky Sweet Potato Burgers with Roasted Garlic Cream and Avocado Before we talk burgers, let me tell you what I’m doing. I’m eating some blueberry yogurt pretzels (which are oh-so awesome… but would be even awesomer if they were really coated in yogurt and not white chocolate disguised as yogurt) and drinking a san pellgrino aranciata that is spiked with um… vodka, malibu and tequila. With those pretty perfectly square ice cubes. I know. But what is up with all of these flavors? I mean, it was great, if you’re into that sort of thing that includes plastering yourself to the couch for so long that your body forms an identical indentation that’s semi-permanent, and ordering pizza Friday night which not only was dinner, but then also became lunch and then uh, dinner again on Saturday. I wish I could be all “ohmygosh, it was so rainy and cozy all day Saturday and I just got so caught up in my book that I read then entire thing while sitting in my plush velour chair in my special corner of the room that I have all to myself”… but no. Welcome to my life.
Char Siu Bao (Pork Buns) 20th May 2012By KatePhotography by Adam When I was living in Japan I used to buy these buns from the seven eleven below my apartment. In true Japanese style in addition to the traditional Chinese fillings they came in all sorts of kooky flavours like pizza, cheese & curry and chicken and mayonnaise. Along with a can of hot coffee they were a most reliable cure after a night out clubbing in Ropponggi. On a more recent trip to Sydney, my two year old daughter took great delight in watching highly skilled chefs throw hand stretched noodles around the kitchen and produce baskets of gorgeously delicious steamed buns formed intricately into the shape of little pink pigs! “These buns are deliciously light and fluffy and can be filled with just about anything. “We purchased the BBQ pork (char siu) from an Asian take-out place, which made the filling really quick and easy to make. Makes 16 Buns Filling Heat oil in pan, sauté onion for 2 minutes.
Siu Mai 31st May 2012By KurtPhotography by Adam These little bite-sized morsels are my absolute favourite item from the yum char menu. I quite often meet my wife and her family for a yum char lunch during the week. This recipe is simple to prepare, mixed all in one bowl. makes around 24 dumplings -- 320g minced pork 150g fresh shrimp, roughly chopped 2 spring onions, finely sliced 24 thin wonton wrappers 2 tsp oyster sauce 1 tsp sesame oil 1 tsp soya sauce 1 tsp cornstarch 1 tsp white pepper 1 tsp sugar Chilli paste to garnish -- 1. GORDON RAMSAY RECIPES | Parmesan-Panko Crusted Halibut Parmesan-Panko Crusted Halibut by Pam on October 18, 2012 Our good friend Jake gave us some halibut he caught while in Alaska. Drizzle the olive oil and lemon juice over both sides of the fish then season both sides with sea salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste. Line a baking sheet with tin foil. Combine the panko crumbs, Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, garlic powder, sea salt, and freshly cracked pepper, to taste together on a plate. Place the baking sheet into the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Red Tricycle Nomination: I have been selected as one of the finalists in the Most Awesome Fantastic Family Recipes category in the 2012 Red Tricycle’s Totally Awesome Awards. If you feel like it, click HERE[1] to vote for me. The voting period runs for the next seven weeks, from October 14 – November 30. Print[2] Parmesan-Panko Crusted Halibut Yield: 2-4 Prep Time: 10 minutes plus 20 minutes in the refrigerator Cook Time: 15 min.
Lasagna Timpano I went to see tUnE-yArDs on Monday night with some friends, and as always we wanted to cook a meal that somehow related to the show we were heading to. Sometimes this is hard to do, but other times it seems to come naturally. Finding culinary inspiration in Merrill's lyrics seemed like it would be tough, but my sister knew what she wanted to make without hesitation. Start by making a lasagna crust. Finally got it together. Now it's easy, just start building the layers! Alfredo sauce with some salami goes first. After 3 alfredo layers, I switched to pesto. A cheese only layer, just for fun. Tomato sauce is last. It's important to press things down as you go. In my opinion, it can't be lasagna without at least a little ricotta! I painted on some alfredo at the end as a glue. All sealed up. After baking. The flip is always a scary moment. Unveiling. A thing of beauty. Cutting is another tense event. Glorious! I still can't believe how great this came out and how awesome it actually tasted!
Cheesy Spinach & Bacon Quesadillas Some nights a girl just wants to be lazy when it comes to dinner. Usually, this brings to mind the little blue box of mac & cheese that we all know so well. Or maybe slapping a slice of cheese between some bread, toasting it, and calling it a day. This is how I ended up with Cheesy Spinach & Bacon Quesadillas. The measurements are more of an approximation since I just eyed it, but you get the idea.Cheesy Spinach & Bacon Quesadilla (makes 4 quesadilla’s) Printable Recipe 4 flour tortillas 2oz cream cheese 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese 1 cup fresh spinach 4 slices bacon, cooked crisp 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Enjoy! Amber
How To Make Four Thieves’ Vinegar And Oil Please be sure to Join our email list and receive all our latest and best tutorials daily – free! Image (with permission) – Herban Lifestyle “Four Thieves’ Vinegar” is an herbal preparation with a truly fascinating ancient history – and it appears to be making something of a comeback. It was once widely considered to be effective against plagues and fevers. I’ve done a ton of research to bring you a special in-depth report on Four Thieves Vinegar (and oil) – which includes recipes (including the actual formulas used in ancient times), uses and historical anecdotes. I have uncovered irrefutable evidence that the “Four Thieves Vinegar” is not mere fable, but was an actual preparation used in ancient times! Thieves Oil Recipe Four Thieves’ Vinegar – with some variations – is currently enjoying a great resurgence of interest. A modern recipe for thieves oil is as follows: This will make around 15ml / 0.5 fl.oz – enough for a “standard sized” essential oil bottle. “To prevent Infection. Is it...