I'm a 30-something dad trying to bridge the gap between Ina Garten and Roseanne. I live in Florida with my husband, daughter, and Kitchenaid mixer.
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April 09, 2012
April 06, 2012
10 Egg Dishes I Want to Eat
As a kid, Easter was the holiday with all the good candy. Every year, I'd stuff my face with egg-shaped butter creams and tear into a huge bunny-shapped brick of chocolate. What I was too young to realize is that the true meaning of Easter isn't about candy. Easter is really about hardcore brunching. It's the one magic day a year when god-fearing folk and gays come together, belly up to rich egg dishes, and let it rain mimosas or bellinis. I think Jesus would have wanted it that way.
Prosciutto & Mozzarella with Poached Eggs
Caramelized Pear and Gorgonzola Quiche
Honey Apple & Cheddar Egg Sandwich
Cheesy Orzo Frittata with Ham and Sun Dried Tomatoes
Cheese and Zucchini Pleated Quiche
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April 01, 2012
10 Pizzas I Want to Eat Right Now
Homemade pizza can be a beautiful thing. A great pizza is impressive without being fussy. It's hard to go wrong with seasonal produce, seasoned meats, and rich cheeses on fresh bread. Here are some recipes I'm drooling over right now.
Four Cheese White Broccoli Pizza
Prosciutto & Arugula Pizza with Lemon Vinaigrette
Pear Pizza with Stilton & Walnuts
Peach, Basil, Mozzarella, & Balsamic Pizza
Roasted Butternut Squash Pizza with Sage Pesto
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10 Sandwiches I Want to Eat Right Now
If I had to choose a food to marry it would be a sandwich. Sandwiches are practical, rugged, and always there for you in a pinch. That said it is important to bring a little sexiness to the sandwich from time to time. Plain ol' turkey and mustard is too bland for the long hall. You need to keep things fresh and interesting. Since people aren't allowed to marry sandwiches in this country, here are a few recipes to enjoy without a long term commitment.
Ham, Cheddar, and Caramelized Apple Sandwich
Roasted Red Pepper & Provolone Sandwiches
Sausage, Broccoli & Brie Sandwich
Prosciutto, Arugula, & Sundried Tomato Sandwiches
White Bean, Avocado, Cherry Tomato, Wasabi Sandwich
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Caramelized Onion Tarts with Goat Cheese
I found this recipe from The Little Things. I made this last night with a salad to cancel out the fact that I was eatting butter pastry and onions for dinner. My conscience is clear. I made on big tart instead of little ones with was easier, but less cute. Next time I'll add some prosciutto, maple glazed bacon crumbles, or thin sliced roast beef.
Caramelized Onion Tarts with Goat Cheese
1 tbsp olive oil
1 lb onions, sliced finely
1/2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
sea salt and pepper, to taste
1 sheet puff pastry
1/4 cup parmesan, grated
1/2 cup goat cheese, crumbled (original recipe: feta)
1 tbsp rosemary (original recipe: oregano)
Place olive oil and onions in a heavy-based saucepan over a medium heat and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the sugar, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes, or until the onion is soft and caramelized. Remove from the heat and set aside to cool.
Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 425 F (220°C.
Roll out pastry to a 10 x 12 inch rectangle on a lightly floured surface. Place on a lined baking sheet. Score a 0.5 inch (1 cm) border around the edge of the pastry, taking care not to cut all the way through to the bottom. Prick pastry with a fork and sprinkle parmesan within scored edges.
Place onion on top of pastry base. Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until pastry is puffed and golden brown. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with goat cheese (or feta) and rosemary (or oregano).
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Chinese Chicken Salad with Fusilli and Sesame Dressing
I found this amazing salad on Foodie Crush. I think Chinese Chicken Salad is making a comeback this year and the fusilli and homemade wonton strips in this one are genius. I added some extra chicken, almonds, sesame oil and soy sauce to make it even more exciting. Enjoy!
Chinese Chicken Salad with Fusilli and Sesame Dressing
12 3-inch wonton skins, sliced into 1/4″ strips
1/2 cup canola or corn oil for frying
4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
2 chicken breast, shredded
2 green onions, chopped
1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted lightly
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
2 cups cooked fusilli pasta noodles, cooled
Sesame Dressing:
1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable or grapeseed oil
6 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
3 teaspoon sesame oil
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
3 teaspoons light soy sauce
2 tablespoon sesame seeds
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
Heat canola or corn oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. When oil starts to shimmer, fry wonton skins in batches of 5-7 strips for 30 seconds each side or until lightly browned, working quickly so they don’t burn. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels until cooled.
In a large bowl, combine lettuce, chicken breast, green onion, almonds and pasta.
Combine dressing ingredients in a small bowl. Whisk well until sugar dissolves. Dress lettuce mixture with 2-3 tablespoons of sesame dressing and top with sesame seeds and wonton strips and serve.
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