Dream - {Cinnamon Graham Cupcakes with Mixed Berry Filling and Swiss Meringue} It happened suddenly and involuntarily. One second I was asleep and the next I wasn't; instantly transported from the field of my dreams into my too-hot and too-small bed of reality. I've forgotten what it was, exactly, that I'd been dreaming of. I don't think that I even knew at the time, but that doesn't surprise me. It seems almost a rule that my sleeping and stimulation-deprived mind escapes and runs off when I'm not conscious enough to control it. But, honestly, that usually doesn't bother me a bit. Except for this week. Last night, for instance, was a gem. I cursed aloud and surveyed the room, damning myself for leaving not just one, but both closet doors cracked. I pressed the lighted display to my blanket-covered chest, feeling intensely vulnerable. But the most important realization of all was this: If I was smart, I would stop watching zombie movies right before bed. But that probably won't happen. Printable Recipe Swiss Meringue 3 egg whites3/8 c (75 g) sugar1 tsp vanilla Assembly
Banana Pie Cups Ya know, I really should start paying closer attention to where I get my recipes from. The online recipes are easy cause I usually just email them to myself, but whenever I get something from outside the Internet, I never seem to remember where it came from. This I found in a magazine...I want to say Women's Day, or Family Circle...maybe Cooking Light. I don't know. The first time I made this was a couple weeks ago when we had company over. The cool thing about this recipe (besides being so easy), is how many ways you can change it. 'Banana Pie Cups' Source: A women's magazine...or maybe a cooking one? Ingredients Crushed vanilla wafers Vanilla pudding Ripe bananas; sliced Whipped topping Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. Grapefruit Negroni | Joylicious As you know I'm not much of a drinker. A genetic mutation causes my body to process alcohol as if it were poison. Don't get me wrong, it doesn't stop me when I'm out at an event, a dinner, or when friends are in town, there are times when cocktails are needed or in this case, wanted. Citrus season is in full bloom here in Texas. This year we celebrate The Year of the Dragon -- the only mythical creature out of the 12 signs. I called my mom today and could barely hear her over the fireworks that were exploding outside her window in Shanghai.
No Bake Oreo Truffles Be sure and join me on Facebook for the latest updates on new recipes! I have been making these Oreo Truffles since Derek and I first got married. They are SO EASY to whip up for a party or get together with friends or just to make a husband happy! (My husband’s favorite thing is Oreos) I made a batch of these for him to take to work earlier this week. The best part about this recipe…It only has 3 INGREDIENTS! No Bake Oreo Truffles Only 3 ingredients and they are delicious! Ingredients 1 package Double Stuffed Oreos 4 oz Cream Cheese, you may add up to 8 oz, I just like the consistency best with 4 oz. Instructions Chop Oreos up finely in a food processor. Enjoy! For those that were wondering what kind of chocolate I used, here is a picture of mine.
Cucumber Salad My fiance and I are off for a picnic today!! He decided to take a couple of days off work and asked me what I would like us to do together. I said I wanted us to have a picnic. One of the salads that will be in our picnic hamper is this deliciously crunchy Cucumber Salad. So tell me, what are your favourite picnic foods? Cucumber Salad recipe 1 large cucumber, thinly sliced½ a small red onion, thinly sliced1 tsp of sesame seeds, toasted2 tsp of coriander (cilantro), chopped1 clove of garlic, grated2 tbsp of rice wine vinegar2½ tsp of sesame oil1 tsp of honey Combine the cucumber, chopped coriander and red onion in a bowl and toss to combine.Add the rice wine vinegar, sesame oil, garlic and honey in a small bowl and whisk to combine.
cherry ganache tart with shortbread crust This ganache is different. It is special. It is not like a normal ganache with just heavy cream and chocolate. Cherries have been on sale lately at grocery stores around me, so I have been buying them whenever I can. The rain started today; it was freezing. This post has taken me forever to get posted. Sorry for the rant, but it is the most frustrating situation. Well a girl can dream anyways.... An adaptation and compilation of two different recipes.
Death By Chocolate Cake I was excited when my fellow Sweet Adventurers (84th & 3rd, The Capers of the Kitchen Crusader, Dining With a Stud, and this months host, Christina from The Hungry Australian) and I settled on the theme of Death By Chocolate for this months blog hop. Chocolate would easily have to be one of my favourite indulgences, as I am sure you can tell by all of the chocolate recipes featured on Delicieux (Mint Slice Cookies, Chocolate Orange Cake, Chocolate Pots de Creme, Wicked Chocolate Orange Cookies, Black Forest Cake and Cherry Ripe Cake, to name a few) so I couldn’t wait to explore this months theme. Despite my excitement it took me some time to settle on what I actually wanted to make….and well, what you see here, my creation which I’ve called my “Black Dahlia Cake”, evolved while I was in the kitchen. What started from a simple super rich chocolate cake evolved into a multi layered chocolate creation. So, after all of this how does it taste? Black Dahlia Cake Total time
Fruit Rollups « The Copycat Cook (Psst – looking for advice on how to eat gluten-free or dairy-free? Check out my one-to-one nutrition consulting services here.) Did you ever wrap a fruit rollup around your finger as a child, then gnaw away at it until you were left with a sticky, goopy mess? I sure did. Rest assured, I ate these fruit rollups like a grown up with the utmost dignity and decorum. It’s hard to find fault with a raw cleanse that includes fruit rollups in the meal plan. I knew strawberries were high in vitamin C and antioxidants, but I was excited to learn about research that shows they have anti-inflammatory properties. Cinnamon is no slouch, either. These fruit rollups were easy to prepare, though they do take a while to dry out. This post is part of a month-long series about exploring the raw food lifestyle. Click here if you’d like to check out other posts in the series. Fruit Rollups Total time 2 cups organic strawberries¼ tsp cinnamon
Mushroom Wellington Recipe Juicy mushrooms take center stage in this vegetarian wellington. My mushroom wellington is a fun spin on the classic. Recently I was approached by Australian Mushroom Growers to join the Mushroom Masters Tournament of Taste. As a huge mushroom fan how could I say no? This week is the Dinner round of the competition, and so I wanted to come up with something that showcased the amazing flavour and versatility of mushrooms by making over a traditional meat dish into a delicious vegetarian recipe. The end result is this amazing Mushroom Wellington! Completely vegetarian and completely delicious! We’re all familiar with Beef Wellington, however, I thought a Mushroom Wellington would be a great vegetarian re-interpretation of this classic recipe. Delicious and healthy mushrooms center stage in this recipe it’s hearty enough to satisfy any meat eater. Here are a few more reasons to enjoy mushrooms: UPDATE: My Mushroom Wellington won the Mushroom Masters Dinner Duel. Ingredients Instructions
50 Healthy Recipes to Kick Off 2012 | Two Peas & Their Pod - StumbleUpon Happy New Year! Many of us are thinking about our New Year’s resolutions and healthy eating is often at the top of the list. If you are setting a goal to eat healthy in 2012, here are 50 healthy recipes to help you get started. Beverages Easy Strawberry Mango Smoothie Berry Banana Smoothie Blueberry Mango Smoothie Breakfast Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal Whole Wheat Kefir Pancakes with Blueberry Sauce Pumpkin Granola Roasted Plums with Greek Yogurt, Honey, and Almonds Broiled Grapefruit Steel Cut Oats Maple Almond Granola Roasted Strawberries with Greek Yogurt Honey Yogurt Waffles Appetizers/Snacks Peanut Butter Granola Balls Honey Cinnamon Roasted Chickpeas Rosemary Roasted Almonds Tzatziki Sauce Cilantro Lime Hummus Strawberry Mango Salsa White Bean and Artichoke Dip Edamame Guacamole Homemade Baked Tortilla Chips Peach Salsa Roasted Red Pepper and White Bean Dip Vegetable Spring Rolls with Peanut Dipping Sauce Black Bean Corn Salsa Salads/Sides Quinoa Salad with Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Kale, & Dried Cranberries