Showing posts with label food. Show all posts
Showing posts with label food. Show all posts

Thursday, June 4, 2020

Wild Idea Buffalo Recipe of the Week - Bison and Pasta Bake

This week's Wild Idea Buffalo Recipe of the Week is a Bison and Pasta Bake. I can't wait to try this one! To make this week's dish you'll need Wild Idea Ground Buffalo, Olive Oil, Salt, Black Pepper, Oregano, Fennel, Basil, Garlic Powder, Pizza Sauce, Ziti Pasta, Mozzarella Cheese, Grated Parmesan Cheese, and Parsley. Looking forward to this one! You can find this recipe and purchase the Wild Idea Ground Buffalo along with all the other Wild Idea Products at the Wide Idea Buffalo website. So Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2020!   https://wildideabuffalo.com/

Bison and Pasta Bake
A great make ahead dish that can be frozen and popped in the oven at any time. I made four small casseroles
out of this recipe, which fed four people each. Approved by my grandkids, who are two and five years old! Honest deliciousness!

Ingredients: (serves 8 to 16, based on appetite)

1 – pound Ground Buffalo Meat
1 – tablespoon olive oil
1 – teaspoon salt
1 – teaspoon black pepper
2 – teaspoons oregano
2 – teaspoons fennel, crushed
2 – teaspoons basil
2 – teaspoons garlic powder
1 – 14 oz. jar pizza sauce
1 – 1 pound bag penne or ziti pasta, cooked al dente
8 – ounces mozzarella or cheddar cheese, chopped or grated
½ - cup Parmesan, grated
Italian Parsley, fresh basil or green onions for garnish

Preparation:

1 - In a pan over medium high heat add oil and heat, then crumble in ground buffalo and add the dry seasonings.
Push the meat around the pan breaking it up and incorporating the spices. Continue to cook until the meat is browned.

2 - Add the jar of pizza sauce and stir to incorporate. Remove from the heat.
3 - Place the cooked pasta in a large bowl and add the meat sauce and the mozzarella cheese. Toss to incorporate.
4 - Transfer the pasta mix to a lightly buttered casserole pan or divide between smaller pans.
5 - Cover the pan with foil and bake in a 375° preheated oven for 30 minutes. *If baking a frozen pan, extend cooking time to 45 minutes.
6 - Remove the foil from the pan and top with the grated parmesan cheese. Bake uncovered until the cheese is melted and the top is slightly browned.
Serve immediately and accompany with a vegetable salad.
https://wildideabuffalo.com/blogs/recipes/bison-pasta-bake

Sunday, March 22, 2020

Wild Idea Buffalo Recipe of the Week - PIZZA MEATBALLS WITH PESTO PASTA

This week's Wild Idea Buffalo Recipe of the Week is PIZZA MEATBALLS WITH PESTO PASTA. This one is made using the Ground Wild Idea Buffalo Meat along with Pizza Sauce, Oregano, Fennel, Thyme, Salt and Pepper, Garlic Powder, Olive Oil, Bread Stuffing, Pasta, and Basil Pesto (recipe included). A true Italian Style Buffalo Meal! You can find this recipe and purchase the Wild Idea Ground Buffalo along with all the other Wild Idea Products at the Wild Idea Buffalo website. So Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2020!

PIZZA MEATBALLS WITH PESTO PASTA
We could all use a little comfort (and health) during this challenging time and where better to find solace than with a delicious, healthy meal. Jill's recipe will dish up both comfort and flavor.

So, create your own personal retreat by filling your home with great tunes and scented aromas and cozy up to comfort.

Pizza Meatballs with Basil Pesto Pasta
The aroma of this dish will call people to the kitchen and the taste will make them smile. We could all
use a smile. :)

*Substitute spices with others, such as Italian seasoning for the meatballs and fresh spinach for the pesto.

Ingredients: (makes 54 meatballs – serves 6 to 12 entrées)

1 – 1 pound Ground Wild Idea Buffalo Meat
1½ – cup pizza sauce
1 - teaspoon oregano
1 – teaspoon fennel seed, crushed
½ - teaspoon thyme
1 - teaspoon black pepper
½ - teaspoon salt
½ - teaspoon garlic powder
2 - tablespoons olive oil, plus more for rolling meat balls
1 – cup crushed seasoned bread stuffing (*Optional - if you leave out, reduce pizza sauce to 1 cup)
Pasta of your choice - cooked al dente
Basil Pesto *recipe below or purchased

Preparation:

1 - Mix all ingredients other than the meat together.
2 - Crumble in the ground buffalo meat and mix until well incorporated.
3 - Rub your hands with olive oil to roll the meat balls and place on a baking sheet.
4 - Bake at 425°in a preheated oven, on the top rack for about 7 minutes.
5 - Prepare pasta per directions, reserving ½ cup of the pasta water. Do not rinse the pasta.
6 - Pour the reserved pasta water back in the pot and add the pasta and desired amount of pesto. Toss to incorporate and heat through.
7 - Place desired amount of pasta on plate and top pasta with 4 to 6 meatballs.
Basil Pesto
*I am not a pine nut fan, but if you are, add ¼ cup to ingredients.

Ingredients:

2 - cups fresh basil leaves, packed
2 - cups shredded parmesan cheese
3 - garlic cloves, chopped
1 - teaspoon salt
1 - teaspoon pepper (I like a little more)
2 - tablespoon. lemon juice
1 - cup olive oil

Preparation: Place all ingredients in blender and puree until smooth. Refrigerate.

Photo Credit: Jill O'Brien
https://wildideabuffalo.com/blogs/recipes/dishing-up-comfort-health


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Friday, August 16, 2019

One of America's Favorites - Rotisserie Chicken MONDAY

Rotisserie chicken

Rotisserie chicken is a chicken dish that is cooked on a rotisserie, using direct heat in which the chicken is placed next to the heat source. Electric- or gas-powered heating elements may be used, which use adjustable infrared heat. These types of rotisseries have proven quite functional for cooking rotisserie-style chicken. Leftover rotisserie chicken may be used in a variety of dishes, such as soup, chicken salad, and sandwiches.

In the United States, ready-to-eat rotisserie chickens were available in supermarkets and some butcher shops during much of the twentieth century. However, they did not become a widely available option for consumers until the early 1990s, when Boston Market helped popularize the selling of packaged rotisserie chickens.

Rotisserie chickens are now highly popular. In 2010, 600 million rotisserie-cooked chickens were purchased by consumers "in U.S. supermarkets, club stores and similar retail outlets." In 2018, over 900 million rotisserie chickens were sold by foodservice outlets and retail stores.

Rotisserie chickens are often lower in price than raw whole chickens. Two explanations are often given to justify this phenomenon. First, some grocery stores may use rotisserie chickens as loss leaders to bring shoppers into the store. The logic behind this theory is that if customers come to a store for its rotisseries chickens, they will buy other products while they are there, too. Second, rotisserie chickens are often made with poultry that is about to reach its "best by" date. By cooking and selling the chickens, the grocery stores are able to recoup some of their expenditures.

In the U.S., chickens used for rotisserie cooking may be injected with brine to retain moisture. Additional ingredients may be used to add flavor and to brown the chicken, such as oleoresin, yeast extract, sodium tripolyphosphate, and natural flavorings.
A packaged rotisserie chicken

Costco is one of the largest producers and vendors of rotisserie chickens in the United States, with one commentator describing it as "the undisputed king of rotisserie chickens." In 2017, Costco sold approximately 87 million rotisserie chickens in the United States. Costco's CFO, Richard Galanti, has repeatedly rebuffed suggestions that Costco might eventually increase the cost of its chickens above $4.99, which has been the price of a Costco rotisserie chicken since 2009.

In 2017, Costco broke ground on a new 414-acre facility in Fremont, Nebraska that would include a hatchery, feed mill, and processing plant. The facility – which is expected to produce around 100 million chickens per year, or roughly 40 percent of Costco's needs – has been reported as costing between $275 million and $400 million. The plant is scheduled to open in September 2019.




Kitchen Hint of the Day! MONDAY

Fish Fry....................


When frying fish, be sure the surface of the fish is dry before putting it in the oil. Moisture can cool the oil down and make the cook unevenly.

Sunday, July 14, 2019

Skyline 3 Way – Chili, Spaghetti, Cheese w/ Side of Oyster Crackers

Dinner Tonight: Skyline 3 Way – Chili, Spaghetti, Cheese w/ Side of Oyster Crackers






For Breakfast this morning I toasted a Thomas Light 100 Calorie Multi Grain English Muffin and
topped it with a Poached Egg. Also had my morning cup of Bigelow Decaf Green Tea. Partly cloudy, 93 degrees, and humid out there today. Went to McDonald’s to pick up Breakfast for Mom. Did a load of laundry. Cleaned up and swept the shed. Then got the leaf blower out and cleaned off the deck and driveway areas. Later got the rake out and raked the front yard. There’s about 7 trees that shed the leaves this time of year and they all seem to settle in our yard! It just doesn't seem right to have to rake leaves in Summer! For Dinner tonight I prepared some Skyline 3 Way – Chili, Spaghetti, Cheese w/ Side of Oyster Crackers.




 I have to fast after midnight tonight, Doctor's appointment at 7:45 in the morning. So I wanted
something easy to prepare but I still wanted a hot good meal. So since I’m always in the mood for some Skyline 3 Way – Chili, Spaghetti, Cheese w/ Side of Oyster Crackers that’s what we had tonight. Nothing says comfort food more than a Skyline 3 Way! As always I used my favorite, the Skyline 3 Way – Chili, Spaghetti. It comes packaged for the microwave, a bit smaller size than what you get at a Skyline but just right for those that want a few lower calories and carbs than the normal size. It comes with Spaghetti topped with Skyline Chili. To prepare it, it couldn’t be easier!





It now comes in a microwavable pouch instead of microwavable bowl. Easily prepared – Just shake
the pouch. Then tear the corner off to vent while cooking. Place the pouch standing upright in the microwave. Then microwave on high for 2 1/2 minutes. Let stand for 1 minute and it’s ready! And I needed this. I had not had this in a while and it really hit the spot!










Poured the Chili into a bowl, added a couple of shakes of Frank’s Hot Sauce, topped it with Sargento
Reduced Fat Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese. I also had a side of Skyline Oyster Crackers. And if you’re having Oyster Crackers, then Frank’s Red Hot Sauce is a must! Just add a few drops on top of the Crackers, it’s the local way to have your Oyster Crackers. For Dessert/Snack later a bowl of Skinny Pop – Pop Corn and a Coke Zero to drink.













Skyline Chili Spaghetti, 14oz Microwavable Pouch

It’s a great new way to enjoy the original Cincinnati favorite, Skyline Chili with spaghetti!
* Skyline Chili Spaghetti One 14oz Microwavable Pouch
* Cheese Not Included
* Cincinnati’s Famous Heats in 2 Minutes
* Also Can be Prepared on Stove top

Sunday, June 23, 2019

Sunday’s Chicken Dinner Recipe – Moroccan Lemon Chicken with Olives

This week’s Sunday’s Chicken Dinner Recipe is – Moroccan Lemon Chicken with Olives. Made using Boneless Chicken Breasts along with Onion, Garlic, Whole Cinnamon Sticks,Cumin, Turmeric, Ground Pepper, Lemons, Plum Tomatoes, and Green Olives. This looks and sounds like one delicious Chicken Dish! The recipe comes from one of my favorite sites, the Diabetes Self Management website which has a huge selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes, Diabetes Management Tips, and Diabetic news so be sure to check it out. Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One!  https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/

Moroccan Lemon Chicken with Olives
Preparation time: 20 minutes. Cooking time: 1 hour.

Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
6 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (approximately 4 ounces per breast)
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 sticks whole cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 lemons
2 small plum tomatoes, chopped
1 cup water
18 large green olives

Directions
Heat olive oil in a large pan. Place chicken breasts in hot oil and cook on all sides until slightly browned on surface. Remove from pan and set aside. To pan add onion, garlic, cinnamon sticks, cumin, turmeric, and black pepper. Cook about 5 minutes, stirring, until onion is cooked. Return chicken to pan and cover. Squeeze the juice of two lemons, reserving lemon peels. Add lemon juice to pan. Slice lemon peels into strips and add to pan with chopped tomatoes, water, and olives. Cover the pan and bring contents to a boil, then reduce heat to low and allow the mixture to simmer for about 45 minutes, until chicken is tender, occasionally lifting the lid to stir mixture and check that liquid available in pot is adequate to avoid burning. When chicken is done, arrange contents on a platter, discarding cinnamon sticks. Serve immediately. (This dish is excellent served with couscous.)

Yield: 6 servings.

Serving size: 1 chicken breast with 3 green olives.

Nutrition Facts Per Serving:
Calories: 181 calories, Carbohydrates: 4 g, Protein: 28 g, Fat: 5 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Sodium: 194 mg, Fiber: 1 g

https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/main-dishes/moroccan-lemon-chicken-with-olives/

Healthy Stuffed Chicken Breast Recipes

From the EatingWell website and Magazine its Healthy Stuffed Chicken Breast Recipes. Find Delicious and Healthy Stuffed Chicken Breast Recipes like; Provolone and Olive Stuffed Chicken Breasts, Jalapeño-Popper Stuffed Chicken, and Hasselback Caprese Chicken. Find these recipes and more all at the EatingWell website. Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One!  http://www.eatingwell.com/

Healthy Stuffed Chicken Breast Recipes
Find healthy, delicious stuffed chicken breast recipes, from the food and nutrition experts at EatingWell.

Provolone and Olive Stuffed Chicken Breasts
This is an elegant dish. Making a pocket in the chicken breast to hold the stuffing is easy, particularly if you use a good, sharp, thin-bladed knife. Browning the chicken in a skillet before baking gives it a beautiful golden color. Finishing it in the oven ensures that it cooks evenly throughout................


Jalapeño-Popper Stuffed Chicken
Stuff all the flavors of fried jalapeño poppers into a creamy filling for stuffed chicken breasts. This healthy baked chicken recipe is great with a side of green beans for an easy dinner.......


Hasselback Caprese Chicken
Using the hasselback technique (cutting crosswise slits every half-inch along the chicken breast) cooks the chicken faster and ensures you get a burst of flavorful gooey filling with each bite. This quick one-pan high-protein and veggie-packed dinner is easy to make and the whole family will love it.................



* Click the link below to get all the Healthy Stuffed Chicken Breast Recipes

http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/20647/ingredients/meat-poultry/chicken/main-dish/stuffed/chicken-breast/

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

Freezer storage..............


You can store butter in the freezer for up to six months. Plus to last longer, opened flour bags can be stored in the freezer also.

Saturday, June 22, 2019

It’s Chili, Chowder, or Stew Saturday – Italian Meatball and Vegetable Soup

This week’s It’s Chili, Chowder, or Stew Saturday is a recipe for Italian Meatball and Vegetable Soup. Home made Meatballs, Tomatoes, Carrots, Onions, and Spices are just some of the ingredients that you'll be using to make this week's recipe. This is one hearty Soup Dish! You can find this recipe at the CooksRecipes website where you'll find a huge selection of recipes to please all tastes so be sure to check it out before planning your next Meal. Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One!  https://www.cooksrecipes.com/index.html

Italian Meatball and Vegetable Soup
This hearty Italian meatball and vegetable soup is sure to become a favorite on the family menu.

Recipe Ingredients:
1 pound lean ground beef
1/2 cup fresh bread crumbs
1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
6 cups beef broth
1 (28-ounce) can Italian-style tomatoes, with juice and crushed
6 carrots, thinly sliced
4 medium potatoes, peeled, diced
1 large onion, chopped
4 large garlic cloves, finely minced
2 teaspoons dried thyme
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 bay leaf
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Additional freshly grated Parmesan for accompaniment

Cooking Directions:
1 - Combine ground beef, fresh bread crumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tablespoon parsley, 1 teaspoon dried oregano and 1 teaspoon salt in large bowl and blend well. Using moistened hands, shape mixture into 1-inch diameter meatballs.
2 - Bring broth to boil in heavy large Dutch oven over high heat. Drop in meatballs and cook 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, carrots, potatoes, onions, garlic, dried thyme and basil. Reduce heat to medium. Simmer soup uncovered until meatballs and vegetables are cooked through and tender, about 40 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
3 - Ladle soup into bowls and pass additional Parmesan.

Makes 4 to 6 servings.

https://www.cooksrecipes.com/soup/italian-meatball-and-vegetable-soup-recipe.html

Healthy Beef Stew Recipes

From the EatingWell website and Magazine its Healthy Beef Stew Recipes. Delicious and Healthy Beef Stew Recipes with recipes including; Hungarian Goulash, Low-Carb Beef Stew, and Slow-Cooker Beef Stew. Find these recipes and more all at the EatingWell website and also you subscribe to one of my favorite Magazines, the EatingWell Magazine. Each issue is loaded with recipes and cooking ideas. Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One!  http://www.eatingwell.com/

Healthy Beef Stew Recipes
Find healthy, delicious beef stew recipes, from the food and nutrition experts at EatingWell.


Hungarian Goulash
Layer the vegetables, meat and tomato mixture in your slow cooker in the morning and let it cook it until dinner. All you'll need to do is prepare the noodles and this beef stew will be ready to serve..............


Low-Carb Beef Stew
Turnips lend an earthy flavor and a texture that is similar to potatoes—but with fewer carbs—to this rich and flavorful beef stew.............


Slow-Cooker Beef Stew
Load the crock pot and go with this stew recipe that's prepped in the morning and simmers all day so you'll come home to a Sunday-worthy dinner (and your house smelling downright heavenly). Tender beef, melt-in-your-mouth potatoes and carrots in a rich broth—this could be the best and easiest beef stew you've ever made...............



* Click the link below to get all the Healthy Beef Stew Recipes
http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/22763/ingredients/meat-poultry/beef/main-dish/beef-stew/

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

Tied or netted roast..........


Remove any string or netting on roasted meat while it's still in the pan, so any seasoning or crusty bits fall into the delicious pan juices.

Friday, June 21, 2019

Jennie - O Turkey Recipe of the Week - Jack and Guac Turkey Bacon Burger

This week's Jennie - O Turkey Recipe of the Week is a Jack and Guac Turkey Bacon Burger. Made using JENNIE-O® Turkey Bacon along with JENNIE-O® Lean Turkey Burger Patties. With toppings of; Low Fat Pepper Jack Cheese, Wholly Guacamole, and served on Wheat Burger Buns. Get that Grill fired up! You can find this recipe and all the other Delicious and Healthy Recipes at the Jennie - O Turkey website. Enjoy and Make the SWITCH in 2019!  https://www.jennieo.com/

Jack and Guac Turkey Bacon Burger
If you haven’t tried a turkey burger with bacon, guac and jack cheese, you’re seriously missing out. Lucky for you, this quick and easy weeknight dinner recipe is ready in under 30 minutes!

INGREDIENTS
8 slices JENNIE-O® Turkey Bacon
1 (20-ounce) package JENNIE-O® Lean Turkey Burger Patties
4 slices low-fat pepper jack cheese
4 tablespoons WHOLLY GUACAMOLE® classic or spicy dip
4 whole wheat burger buns or focaccia bread, sliced

DIRECTIONS
1) Cook the turkey bacon as specified on the package; set aside. Cook the turkey patties as specified on the package. Always cook to well-done, 165°F as measured by a meat thermometer.
2) Top each burger with cheese, turkey bacon and guacamole. Serve on burger buns or focaccia bread.
* Always cook to an internal temperature of 165°F.

RECIPE NUTRITION INFORMATION
PER SERVING

Calories 390
Protein 35g
Carbohydrates 20g
Fiber 4g
Sugars 3g
Fat 19g
Cholesterol 100mg
Sodium 790mg
Saturated Fat 5g

https://www.jennieo.com/recipes/453-jack-and-guac-turkey-bacon-burger

Moo Shu Turkey Wraps

For today's 2nd Jennie - O Turkey recipe its a recipe for Moo Shu Turkey Wraps. This one uses JENNIE-O® Lean Ground Turkey along with shiitake mushrooms, garlic, gingerroot, bell peppers, coleslaw mix, hoisin sauce, sweet and sour sauce, and tortillas. Asian Wraps made healthier! You can find this recipe at the Jennie - O Turkey website. Enjoy and Make the SWITCH in 2019!  https://www.jennieo.com/

Moo Shu Turkey Wraps
These fun, easy-to-make Asian wraps are packed with crunchy veggies and lean ground turkey. This recipe features stir-fried shiitake mushrooms, garlic and ginger root for bold flavors.

INGREDIENTS
1 (16-ounce) package JENNIE-O® Lean Ground Turkey
8 ounces shiitake mushrooms, stems discarded and caps sliced
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 teaspoons minced gingerroot
1 red or yellow bell pepper, cut into short, thin strips
2 cups coleslaw mix (shredded cabbage and carrots) or sliced napa cabbage
½ cup hoisin sauce
⅓ cup plum sauce or sweet-and-sour sauce
6 tortillas, warmed

DIRECTIONS
1) Cook ground turkey as specified on the package. Always cook to well-done, 165°F as measured by a meat thermometer.
2) Add mushrooms, garlic and gingerroot; stir-fry 2 minutes. Add bell pepper and cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add coleslaw mix and hoisin sauce; stir-fry 3 minutes.
3) Spread plum sauce evenly over each warm tortilla; top with turkey mixture. Fold bottom of tortilla up over filling and fold sides in and roll up.
* Always cook to an internal temperature of 165°F.

RECIPE NUTRITION INFORMATION
PER SERVING

Calories 330
Protein 19g
Carbohydrates 42g
Fiber 9g
Sugars 9g
Fat 9g
Cholesterol 55mg
Sodium 690mg
Saturated Fat 2.5g

https://www.jennieo.com/recipes/200-moo-shu-turkey-wraps

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

Fresh Fish and Seafood storage.........


Fresh fish and seafood should be refrigerated at approximately 32°F at all times and not held for more than one or two days.

Thursday, June 20, 2019

Healthy Summer Side Dish Recipes

From the EatingWell website and Magazine its Healthy Summer Side Dish Recipes. Delicious and  Healthy Summer Side Dish Recipes with recipes including; Smashed Root Vegetables with Mustard Vinaigrette, Herbed Orzo, and Sweet Corn Polenta with Bell Pepper and Tomato Salad. Find these recipes and more all at the EatingWell website. Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One!  http://www.eatingwell.com/

Healthy Summer Side Dish Recipes
Find healthy, delicious summer side dish recipes, from the food and nutrition experts at EatingWell.


Smashed Root Vegetables with Mustard Vinaigrette
Smashing vegetables creates cracks that soak up this savory vinaigrette for an easy and super-flavorful veggie side dish. You can try this technique with other root vegetables, such as parsnips and celery root, as well...............


Herbed Orzo
Orzo may look like rice, but it's actually a type of pasta. In this quick side dish recipe, it's served with cherry tomatoes and feta cheese and is flavored with citrus and herbs..........


Sweet Corn Polenta with Bell Pepper and Tomato Salad
Serve this simple vegetarian side dish warm or room temperature alongside grilled meats and a stacked summer salad. A flash under the broiler leaves these slices of corn-studded polenta golden on the outside and soft on the inside; an herby, smoky tomato-pepper salad acts like a salsa to be spooned over the top............



* Click the link below to get all the Healthy Summer Side Dish Recipes
http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/19808/seasonal/summer/sides/

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

When making Rice......


Use a heavy bottomed pot to prevent burning or scorching. It’s harder to control a heated surface that is thin. Also sauté the rice in a little olive oil until lightly toasted. Love that Rice!

Wednesday, June 19, 2019

Wild Idea Buffalo Recipe of the Week - GRILLED JERK BUFFALO RIBS

This week’s Wild Idea Buffalo Recipe of the Week is – GRILLED JERK BUFFALO RIBS. You can use either the Wild Idea Buffalo 2.5 lbs. BBQ Back Ribs or 3 lbs. Short Rib Strips to make this week’s recipe. Included is a recipe for the Jerk Marinade. Fire up your grill and get these Ribs on! You can find this recipe or purchase the Wild Idea Buffalo Ribs or any of the other Wild Idea Products at the Wild Idea Buffalo website. Also if you're looking for a great Burger, order the Buffalo Premade Patties or the Ground Buffalo for the best Burger you’ll find! Enjoy and Eat and Make 2019 a Healthy One!  https://wildideabuffalo.com/

GRILLED JERK BUFFALO RIBS
This recipe will work for both short ribs and back ribs with a little adjustment, which is noted below. You may want to double this recipe as seconds are often requested

Ingredients:

1 – pkg. Buffalo 2.5 lbs. BBQ Back Ribs or 3 lbs. Short Rib Strips
2/3 – cup ketchup
Jerk Marinade

Ingredients:

1 – cup pineapple juice
¼ – cup soy
3 – cloves garlic
¼ – cup brown sugar
2 – tablespoons jerk seasoning
Jerk Seasoning

6 ½ tsp. Onion Powder
3 ½ tsp. Salt
2 tsp. Brown Sugar
¾ tsp. Nutmeg
¾ tsp. Crushed Red Pepper
¾ tsp. Ginger
¾ tsp Cayenne Pepper
½ tsp. Black Pepper
½ tsp. anise
½ tsp Cinnamon

Preparation:
1 – Rinse ribs and pat dry with paper towel.
2 – Mix all marinade ingredients together in blender and pulse to incorporate.
3 – Divide marinade in half.
4 – For BACK RIBS: Place ribs and half of marinade in plastic bag and massage marinade into ribs. Marinate ribs for 4 to 24 hours hours. For SHORT RIBS: Place ribs in slow cooker with half of marinade and 1 cup of water. Cover and braise for 6 hours on medium. Increase heat to shorten braising time or decrease heat to lengthen braising time. Meat will become very tender and bones may fall away. If your preference is for chewier ribs decrease braising time.
5 – Mix the other half of marinade with ketchup and set aside.
6 – Remove ribs from marinade, shaking off excess, (do carefully for braised ribs, as meat will be fall apart tender). Place ribs on foil, curling edges of foil to hold ribs in place, but leaving top open. Brush both sides of ribs with Jerk BBQ sauce.
7 – Pre-heat gas grill to medium high heat of about 400°.
8 – Place foil pan of ribs on grill over heat and make a few slits in the foil with a knife. Close grill lid and grill for 6 minutes each side. Remove SHORT RIBS, but repeat process for BACK RIBS adding more sauce if desired.
Serve Jerk Buffalo Ribs with Fruited Coleslaw, and Coconut Rice with Black Beans. These accompaniments are very complimentary to this dish.

https://wildideabuffalo.com/blogs/recipes/55653953-grilled-jerk-buffalo-ribs

Healthy Grilled and BBQ Shrimp Recipes

From the EatingWell website and Magazine its Healthy Grilled and BBQ Shrimp Recipes. Delicious and Healthy Grilled and BBQ Shrimp Recipes with recipes like;  Grilled Blackened Shrimp Tacos, Zucchini Fritters with Orange Shrimp, and Sea-and-Shore Kabobs. Find these recipes and more all at the EatingWell website. Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One!  http://www.eatingwell.com/


Healthy Grilled and BBQ Shrimp Recipes
Find healthy, delicious grilled and BBQ shrimp recipes, from the food and nutrition experts at EatingWell.

Grilled Blackened Shrimp Tacos
Give juicy shrimp tacos a Cajun flavor spin with spices and a quick sear on a hot grill. An easy avocado mash adds creaminess to cool off the spicy kick..............


Zucchini Fritters with Orange Shrimp
Orange-ginger marinated shrimp are served alongside crispy zucchini fritters with a yogurt-based dipping sauce in this simple main dish recipe.............


Sea-and-Shore Kabobs
Pork and shrimp kabobs, brushed with a refreshing citrus glaze and grilled to golden perfection, make an easy low-calorie recipe to serve as a main dish or appetizer..............



* Click the link below to get all the Healthy Grilled and BBQ Shrimp Recipes
http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/21624/ingredients/fish-seafood/shellfish/shrimp/grilled-bbq/

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

Grilling Fish........


Keep the skin on; it will help prevent your fish from falling apart. Then when grilling a filet with skin, grill the flesh side first for 70% of the total cooking time, and then flip it to the skin side for the   remainder of the time.

Tuesday, June 18, 2019

Diabetic Dish of the Week - SOUTHWESTERN EGG SCRAMBLE

This week's Diabetic Dish of the Week is a SOUTHWESTERN EGG SCRAMBLE. Start your day off right with this week's recipe! Made using Hominy, Green Chilies, Egg Substitute, and Reduced Fat Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese. 4 ingredients and real easy to prepare. It's 125 calories and 7 carbs per serving. The recipe is from the Diabetic Gourmet Magazine where you'll find a huge selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes so be sure to check it out today. Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One!  https://diabeticgourmet.com/

SOUTHWESTERN EGG SCRAMBLE
Ingredients

3/4 cup canned (drained) hominy
2 tablespoons chopped green chilies
2 cups fat-free egg substitute
1/2 cup shredded, reduced-fat Monterey Jack (plain or with hot peppers) or Mexican cheese blend

Directions

1 - Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray and preheat over medium heat. Add the hominy to the skillet and cook for about 1 minute, until heated through.
2 - Stir the chilies into the egg substitute and pour over the hominy. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook without stirring for several minutes, until the eggs are set around the edges. Stirring gently to scramble, continue to cook for another minute, until the eggs are almost set.
3 - Sprinkle the cheese over the eggs and cook just until the eggs are set but not dry and the cheese is melted. Serve hot.

Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 servings`` Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION PER SERVING:
Calories: 125
Fat: 2.3 grams
Sodium: 414 milligrams
Cholesterol: 1 milligrams
Protein: 17 grams
Carbohydrates: 7 grams

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