tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14062218286215258232024-03-12T20:20:35.447-05:00Mom's Cooking ClubTeaching, Learning and Creating in the KitchenJamiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16491685968707879756noreply@blogger.comBlogger168125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1406221828621525823.post-51311337500941670682013-08-26T02:00:00.000-05:002013-08-26T18:51:04.277-05:00Grilled Naan White Pizza Bites<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Did I surprise you Aggie? I just had to be part of the celebration. I wouldn't have missed it for the world! You are my sister-in-law and this virtual baby shower is for you and my nephew, Micah! </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We have an Italian themed menu in honor of you and your heritage. I know how much pizza and Italian food has been such an influence in your life. After all, your dad has been in the pizza and restaurant business for over 30 years. You taught me how to make grilled Naan pizzas, so I had to make these Grilled Naan White Pizza Bites for your virtual baby shower. We have a huge menu below to include: Appetizers, Non-Alcholic Drinks, Salads, Entrees and Desserts.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://aggieskitchen.com/">Aggie</a>, you are so special to me. You have inspired me in the kitchen and in life. You encouraged me to start this blog several years ago. Even though I haven't blogged in over a year, I still cook and bake, I still love to try new recipes, and I still love to share recipes with family and friends. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We are sooooo happy and excited for you, Larry, Sammy and Gina! We love you dearly and we're counting down the days (I'm sure you are too) for baby Micah to join the family. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">My funny and fabulous brother Larry, the beautiful Aggie, and my wonderful nephew and niece, Sammy and Gina! Can't wait until Micah joins the crowd!</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><i>Recipe adapted by <a href="http://www.foodnfocus.com/white-pizza-with-tomato-basil/">Food n' Focus</a></i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">4 Naan Flatbreads (I used <a href="http://stonefire.com/our-flatbreads/naan/">Stonefire brand</a>, found in deli section or speciality breads)</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">8 tablespoons pesto, homemade or store bought (I used <a href="http://www.classico.com/pesto-and-bruschetta/basil-pesto-sauce.aspx">Classico brand</a>)</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Here's the roundup of recipes from some of Aggie's Blogger friends....what a spread they put out for everyone.</span><br />
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<a href="http://addapinch.com/cooking/?p=5908" target="_blank">Sundried Tomato Hummus</a> from Robyn of Add a Pinch </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://wp.me/ppVJB-4gA" target="_blank">Melon & Prosicutto Balls</a> from Paula of bell'alimento </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.eat2gather.net/2013/08/food/recipes/bruschetta/" target="_blank">Bruschetta </a> from Sheila of Eat2gather </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.gimmesomeoven.com/lighter-jalapeno-poppers/" target="_blank">Jalapeno Poppers</a> from Ali of Gimme Some Oven </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://momscookingclub.blogspot.com/2013/08/grilled-naan-white-pizza-bites.html" target="_blank">Grilled Naan White Pizza Bites</a> from Jamie of Mom's Cooking Club </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://reluctantentertainer.com/2013/08/watermelon-feta-bites-basil-olive-oil/" target="_blank">Watermelon Feta Bites with Basil Olive Oil</a> from Sandy of Reluctant Entertainer </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.thelittlekitchen.net/pesto-caprese-fried-wontons/" target="_blank">Pesto Caprese Fried Wontons</a> from Julie of The Little Kitchen </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://tidymom.net/2013/blue-cheese-wedge-salad-crostini/" target="_blank">Blue Cheese Wedge Salad Crostini</a> from Cheryl of TidyMom </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://bevcooks.com/2013/08/toasted-coconut-milkshakes-and-babies" target="_blank">Toasted Coconut Milkshakes</a> from Bev of Bev Cooks </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://eclecticrecipes.com/lemon-cream-soda" target="_blank">Lemon Cream Soda</a> from Angie of Eclectic Recipes </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://foodformyfamily.com/recipes/peach-sorbet-bellini-and-spritzer/" target="_blank">Peach Sorbet Bellini and Spritzers </a> from Shaina of Food for My Family </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.jerseygirlcooks.com/2013/08/non-alcoholic-berry-spritzers-for-aggie.html" target="_blank">Non Alcoholic Berry Spritzer</a> from Lisa of Jersey Girl Cooks </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.missinthekitchen.com/?p=10993" target="_blank">Virgin Peach & Raspberry Bellinis </a> from Milisa of Miss in the Kitchen</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.namelymarly.com/2013/08/italian-basil-lemonade/" target="_blank">Italian Basil Sparkling Lemonade</a> from Marly of Namely Marly</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://realmomkitchen.com/15784/italian-sodas-and-a-virtual-baby-shower/" target="_blank">Italian Sodas</a> from Laura of Real Mom Kitchen </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://shewearsmanyhats.com/2013/08/mocha-coffee-punch/" target="_blank">Cafe Mocha Punch / or Iced Cafe Mocha</a> from Amy of She Wears Many Hats </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.afarmgirlsdabbles.com/2013/08/26/italian-chopped-salad-in-a-jar-with-creamy-caesar-dressing-recipe" target="_blank">Italian Chopped Salad in a Jar {with Creamy Caesar Dressing}</a> from Brenda of a farmgirl's dabbles </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.cookthestory.com/?p=11190" target="_blank">Caprese Salad with Mozzarella Crisps</a> from Christine of Cook the Story </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://kokocooks.com/?p=2746" target="_blank">Pesto Pasta Stuffed Tomatoes</a> from Suzanne of Kokocooks </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://thelemonbowl.com/?p=6528" target="_blank">Grilled Romaine Caesar Salad </a> from Liz of The Lemon Bowl </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.rachelcooks.com/2013/08/26/herbed-israeli-couscous-salad-with-tomato-and-mozzarella/" target="_blank">Herbed Israeli Couscous Salad with Tomato and Mozzarella </a> from Rachel of Rachel Cooks </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.twopeasandtheirpod.com/chickpea-avocado-feta-salad/" target="_blank">Chickpea, Avocado, & Feta Salad</a> from Maria of Two Peas and Their Pod </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://withstyleandgraceblog.com/2013/08/26/lentil-and-chickpea-salad-w-mustard-dressing" target="_blank">Lentil and Chickpea Layered Salad </a> from Lisa of With Style & Grace </span></div>
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<a href="http://www.azestybite.com/chicken-cacciatore/" target="_blank">Chicken Cacciatore</a> from Meagan of A Zesty Bite </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.bakeyourday.net/zucchini-bell-pepper-edamame-stir-fry/" target="_blank">Zucchini, Bell Pepper & Edamame Stir-Fry</a> from Cassie of Bake Your Day</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.cookincanuck.com/2013/08/potato-crusted-vegetarian-quiche-recipe-with-zucchini-tomatoes-feta/" target="_blank">Potato-Crusted Vegetarian Quiche with Zucchini, Tomatoes & Feta</a> from Dara of Cookin' Canuck </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Thank you <a href="http://thelemonbowl.com/">Liz</a>, <a href="http://www.thelittlekitchen.net/">Julie</a> and <a href="http://reluctantentertainer.com/">Sandy</a> for hosting and organizing this very special baby shower. I know Aggie will be thrilled and touched!</span>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Spring Break 2013 in Northern GA...it wasn't very "Springy" but we had a great day together!</span><br />
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<br />Jamiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16491685968707879756noreply@blogger.com34tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1406221828621525823.post-25407648789439489532012-04-29T21:22:00.000-05:002013-08-25T18:30:01.518-05:00New Orleans Style Barbecue Shrimp<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I know I haven't been blogging much this year but I have been cooking. Sometimes life gets busy, sometimes I have other priorities and lately blogging has not been on the top of my list. But, I still have many recipes I want to share as well as document for my own benefit. This is one such recipe.....it's quick, it's easy, it's delicious. My kind of meal, especially when shrimp is involved. I love, love, love shrimp. I'm always trying to find new ways to prepare it and use different flavor combinations.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">There are several ways to make New Orleans Barbecue Shrimp. It usually involves alot of butter and you cook the shrimp with the shells on. You have to dig in with your hands and peel the shrimp. This method uses peeled and deveined shrimp and you eat it with a fork. Much easier. This was a super simple dinner to make during the week. I served it with rice. You can also add a side vegetable or salad to round out the meal. It was great for lunch the next day too. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>New Orleans Style Barbecue Shrimp</b></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><i>Recipe by <a href="http://www.onceuponachef.com/2012/03/new-orleans-style-barbecue-shrimp.html">Once Upon A Chef</a></i></span><br />
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-0" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: transparent; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; font: inherit; list-style-type: none; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1 teaspoon paprika</span></li>
<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-1" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: transparent; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; font: inherit; list-style-type: none; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1 teaspoon ancho chili pepper powder or regular chili powder</span></li>
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-7" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: transparent; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; font: inherit; list-style-type: none; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3 large garlic cloves, minced</span></li>
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event as well as offer a $25.00 Publix gift card to one of my readers.</span><span style="font-family: Times;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">While visiting Italian Days at Publix from <b>February 16th through February 29th</b>, you can also enter the Taste the Tradition Italian Days Sweepstakes for a chance to be 1 of 500 shoppers that will win a $100 Publix® gift card, sponsored by General Mills.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">To enter to win the Taste the Tradition Italian Days Sweepstakes and download great coupon savings and delicious recipes, look in-store or follow the instructions below:</span></div>
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<li style="color: black;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><strong>Click</strong> – Stay up to date with the latest General Mills promotions happening at Publix, by visiting <a href="http://bit.ly/ClickCallMail2012" style="color: #542f63; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; text-decoration: none;">ClickCallMail.com</a>. Once you’re registered and logged in, you can participate in any the current promotions.</span></li>
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<li style="color: black;"><strong>Call</strong> – If you’d prefer to enter the sweepstakes and participate in other promotions via telephone, feel free to call the General Mills hotline, at 1.800.627.6059, and be sure to say that you want to enter the 2012 Italian Days Sweepstakes. Please be sure to provide your complete contact information (Full name/address/zip code/phone #).</li>
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win the $25.00 Publix Gift Card, leave me a comment and tell me what is your
favorite Italian meal.</span><br />
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in a state that has a Publix but you have family or friends that do, you can
still enter. What a great gift to send someone that you care about.</span><br />
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are mine. Publix is the grocery store I shop at every week. I love
the Italian Days event. It's a great time to stock up on some of my
favorite foods and ingredients. </span><span style="font-family: Times;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Have you ever made a frittata before? If not, it's really something you should try. It's a one skillet meal that can be eaten for breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner. You can't say that about alot of dishes. It's great for a Sunday breakfast or those busy weeknights. It is truly versatile....and delicious!</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I saw this recipe being made by <a href="http://www.cookingchanneltv.com/kelsey-nixon/index.html">Kelsey Nixon</a> on <a href="http://www.cookingchanneltv.com/">The Cooking Channel</a>. I immediately went to my computer and bookmarked it. I have made it several times and it's just one of those "keeper" recipes.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><a href="http://www.cookingchanneltv.com/recipes/kelsey-nixon/garden-vegetable-frittata-recipe/index.html">Click here for a printable version of the recipe on The Cooking Channel site</a>.</b></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place potatoes in the skillet and saute for about 6-8 minutes, until tender but firm. Remove potatoes from the skillet. Add another tablespoon olive oil, and add the spinach, green onions, tomatoes, and garlic. Saute for an additional 1-2 minutes or just until the spinach is wilted. Season the vegetables with salt and pepper. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2. In a medium bowl, beat together eggs, basil, cheese, salt, and pepper. Pour into the skillet over the vegetables. Reduce heat to medium-low and scramble the eggs for 1 minute. Return the potatoes to the skillet. Cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, or just until the eggs start to set around the edges. Drizzle olive oil around the edge of the pan to ensure easy removal.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3. Finish cooking in the oven for an additional 10 to 12 minutes, until the eggs have completely set in the center. (Check earlier so your eggs do not get overcooked) Serve straight out of the skillet, or flip onto a serving plate. Garnish with shredded Asiago cheese and fresh basil, if desired. Cut into wedges. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Mom's Cooking Club Lesson</b>: You can easily change up the vegetables in this dish. You can add mushrooms, asparagus, zucchini or yellow squash. You can leave out the potatoes or one of the other vegetables. Make it your own with your favorite vegetables and enjoy it all year round.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I'm back!!!!! Wow! It's been over 2 months since I last posted anything. I attempted to do the 12 Weeks of Christmas Cookies. I only got to week 7. I tried to keep up. I wanted to add recipes to my blog. But then, life happens. Since August I had been studying for a huge certification exam for work. It took over all my spare time. There wasn't much cooking or baking going on. Honestly, on top of all my other responsibilities (full-time job, teenage daughters, husband, home), I just couldn't blog anymore.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Well, I'm happy to report that I passed my certification test a few weeks ago. I earned my PHR certification! (Professional in Human Resources) It was really a big accomplishment for me. I graduated college 25 years ago (yikes!) so it's been quite a long time since I've had to study. But it's over and now I can get back to my "normal" life. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I hope I still have some visitors to my blog. Because you don't want to miss these fantastic little peanut butter and chocolate brownie bites. Can I just say they are AWESOME! They are very rich. I had to down 2 glasses of milk after I just ate one. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Perfect bite size dessert for this weekend's Super Bowl. These will be making an appearance at my office Super Bowl food day later this week. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I found this recipe on <a href="http://pinterest.com/">Pinterest</a>. I am new to Pinterest and it is really fun and addicting. This is a simple recipe. It uses a box brownie mix. I recommend Ghirardelli Double Chocolate Brownie mix but I'm sure any boxed mix or even a from scratch recipe will work just fine. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Makes 30-40 mini brownies</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1 box of your favorite brownie mix (<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">I used Ghirardelli Double Chocolate</span>)</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1/2 cup peanut butter chips</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray or grease 30-40 mini-muffin cups.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Prepare boxed brownie mix as directed. Spoon batter evenly into muffin cups (about 1 heaping teaspoon). Bake for 13-15 minutes or until top is set and a toothpick inserted into center comes out slightly wet. After brownies are out of the oven, wait for centers to fall. This will happen upon cooling. If not then tap the centers with the back of a teaspoon to make a hole for the peanut butter.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">***I had to use a back of a spoon to push down the centers to form a well to hold the peanut butter and chips. Do this while the brownies are still warm.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">To remove brownies, take a sharp knife and go around edge of brownies to loosen from pan. They will pop out easily. They also need to cool in the pan before removing or they will fall apart. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Mom's Cooking Club Lesson</b>: Here's another brownie bite recipe that brings together the perfect combination of peanut butter and chocolate.....</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://momscookingclub.blogspot.com/2011/10/peanut-butter-cup-brownie-bitesweek-2.html">Peanut Butter Cup Brownie Bites.</a></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I'm a little late this week getting my post up for The 12 Weeks of Christmas Cookies. But here it is. Not a cookie but a sweet snack worthy for any Christmas tray or Christmas food gift. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I just love, love, love caramel corn. Much of my childhood was growing up in Ocean City, MD and one of my favorite childhood memories is eating <a href="http://www.fisherspopcorn.com/">Fisher's Popcorn</a> from the boardwalk. Making your own caramel popcorn at home is easy. Your family and friends would love to get a container of this classic favorite. I guarantee they will ask for more.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><i>Recipe slightly adapted from <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Cook-Book-Limited-Pink-Plaid/dp/0696227320/ref=pd_sim_b_2">Better Homes and Gardens Cookbook</a></i></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">7 to 8 cups popped popcorn</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Make a foodie gift: package your popcorn in a Christmas themed box or container. They may just return it for a refill.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The blog hop is below. For more great cookie and treat ideas, check out the individual links below.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">My husband decided to sneak a few pieces as I was trying to take my photos. He has a huge sweet tooth and is really benefiting from all my baking.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">It has been such a busy crazy time for me. I'm sure many of you can relate. But I still had time to bake something this week. It needed to be quick and it needed to be easy. But it still had to be a yummy dessert. You will find it in these Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars. The addition of Macadamia nuts elevates it to something extra special and extra delicious. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Recipe by <a href="http://www.ghirardelli.com/bake/recipe.aspx?id=1077">Ghirardelli</a></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">12 ounces Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1 cup butter, softened (2 sticks)</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1 1/2 cups brown sugar, packed</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Preheat oven to 325 degrees. In a large bowl, beat butter with brown sugar at medium speed until light and fluffy. Add vanilla and eggs. Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until combined. Combine flour, baking powder and salt in a small bowl. Gradually add to egg mixture while mixing on low speed. Fold in chocolate chips and macadamia nuts. Spread batter evenly into a 13" x 9" pan. (I suggest spraying lightly with cooking spray)</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">After my rich and decadent <a href="http://momscookingclub.blogspot.com/2011/10/snickers-browniesweek-4-of-12-weeks-of.html">holiday dessert last week</a>, I wanted to make something a little lighter this week. I'm not sure if you can call a butter cookie "lighter" but it sounds good to me.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Ice Box Cookies (aka Refrigerator Cookies) are basically shortbread cookies that are usually rolled into logs, refrigerated and then sliced and baked. This dough made 3 logs. I sliced and baked 2 of them 1 day and then used the 3rd one the next day. This dough can be frozen for up to 2 months which is perfect to make ahead of time. You can then thaw out the dough and bake it around the holidays.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">These cookies were not "pucker your lips" with lemon flavor. They had a hint of lemon and were on the crunchy side. Very good butter cookie that went perfect with a cup of hot tea. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Make sure to check out the blog hop below for more cookie and treat ideas.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Beat butter and sugars at medium speed with an electric mixer until fluffy. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Add grated lemon rind and lemon juice, beating until blended.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Combine flour, baking soda and salt. Gradually add to butter mixture and beat just until blended.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Divide dough into 3 equal portions. Roll each portion to a 12 inch log and wrap in wax paper. Place in refrigerator and chill 8 hours.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Cut each log into 1/2 inch slices (about 28 slices) and place on lightly greased baking sheets. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Note</b>: I made the cookie dough in the morning and placed the dough logs in the refrigerator. Later that day, I sliced and baked the cookies. Fresh cookies for an evening treat.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">There is nothing more satisfying than making Stir Fry dishes at home. Don't get me wrong, I love Chinese take out but when you can make delicious dishes like this at home, skip the take out and serve your family a healthier, tasty meal. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Chicken is a regular staple in my house. But, I'm always wanting to try different chicken recipes. Different flavors and cooking methods is what keeps things fresh and interesting. Honey Garlic Chicken is one of my family's favorite Chinese take out meals. I found this <a href="http://tastykitchen.com/recipes/main-courses/crunchy-honey-chicken/">Honey Chicken Stir Fry</a> recipe on the food website <a href="http://tastykitchen.com/">Tasty Kitchen</a>. We all really enjoyed this dish. I increased the recipe to 6 servings for the 4 of us and there was just enough left over for my husband to take for lunch the next day. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">***There are so many recipe resources and places for inspiration. For more chicken recipe ideas, check out <a href="http://www.readersdigest.ca/food/recipes/5-chicken-recipes">Reader's Digest chicken recipe</a> section.*** </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><i>Recipe by <a href="http://tastykitchen.com/recipes/main-courses/crunchy-honey-chicken/">HowSweetEats on Tasty Kitchen</a></i></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3/8 cup olive oil (I used about 1/3 cup total)</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1/8 cup soy sauce (I used 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce)</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1 1/2 - 2 lbs thin sliced, boneless, skinless chicken breasts</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Prepare and slice vegetables. Place 4 egg whites in a small bowl and beat lightly. In another small bowl or plate, add cornstarch. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add vegetables to skillet and season lightly with salt and pepper. Saute vegetables for about 5 minutes until softened. Add soy sauce and garlic to veggies and stir until coated, about 1 minute. Remove veggies from skillet and set aside.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Once all the chicken is cooked place the chicken and the vegetables back in skillet. Add honey and mix thoroughly to combine. Taste and season with salt, pepper, additional honey or soy sauce, if needed. Serve with rice. (I used Jasmine Rice)</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">(<a href="http://tastykitchen.com/recipes/main-courses/crunchy-honey-chicken/">Click here to print original recipe</a>). You can change the serving size to your needs.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Mom's Cooking Club Lesson</b>: This dish has a couple of steps to it but you can make it easier on yourself. Cut your vegetables, measure your liquids and have your chicken cut up and coated before you begin the cooking process. I try to have everything in the order I'm going to use them. Stir frying is a pretty quick cooking method so prepping ahead is always a good idea.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Ever since I made these <a href="http://momscookingclub.blogspot.com/2011/10/peanut-butter-cup-brownie-bitesweek-2.html">Peanut Butter Cup Brownie Bites</a>, I've been obsessed with adding candy to my baked goods. I was going to make Snickers Cookies (yes there is such a thing), but due to time constraints, I needed to do something that would be be quicker. So, I googled Snickers Brownies and found this recipe by <a href="http://www.mybakingaddiction.com/snickers-brownies/">My Baking Addiction</a>. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">How do I describe these? Decadent. Rich. Chocolaty. Fudgy. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Was it a good idea to add Snickers Bars to brownies?</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Oh YES!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I know this is a little different for a Christmas treat but I don't think anyone would mind if these showed up on your cookie platter this year. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The hidden special ingredient in these brownies. All I can say is WOW!</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">It's Week 4 and I'm working my way through the 12 Weeks of Christmas Cookies. See the blog hop below for more shared holiday treats.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Mom's Cooking Club Lesson</b>: Snickers candy bars have been around a long time. They were introduced by Mars, Incorporated in 1930. A candy bar that stays around for 81 years has to be pretty special. Roasted peanuts, nougat, caramel and milk chocolate.....Snickers!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Molasses Cookies!!!! These are a wonderful Christmas cookie. But they are the ultimate Fall cookie. This spice cookie uses cinnamon, ginger, cloves, molasses and dark brown sugar. What a perfect flavor combination. The smells that will fill your kitchen will put you in a happy mood. They are chewy with a light sugar coating. I really can't stop thinking about these cookies. A great idea for your Christmas cookie platter but an even better idea is to make them now for your Fall baking.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><i>Recipe by <a href="http://www.joyofbaking.com/MolassesCookies.html">Joy of Baking</a></i></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Yield: about 3 dozen cookies</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2 cups all purpose flour</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1/4 teaspoon salt</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1/3 cup unsulphured molasses (I used <a href="http://www.grandmasmolasses.com/grandmas/grandmas_products.asp">Grandma's Original Molasses</a>)</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Is it a brownie? Is it candy? It's a combination. Candy inside a brownie bite. Oh my! This is some serious goodness. It's Week 2 of the 12 Weeks of Christmas Cookies. This week I decided to make brownies instead of cookies. There's plenty of room for a variety of goodies on your holiday cookie tray. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> Reese's Peanut Butter Cups are one of my favorite candies. One of my favorite desserts are brownies. Put the 2 together and I'm pretty much in heaven. These are super easy to make and fun too! </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i style="font-size: small;">Recipe by </i><i style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://savorysweetlife.com/2010/01/peanut-butter-cup-brownie-bites-recipe/"><span id="goog_139441022"></span>Savory Sweet Life</a></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small; font-style: italic;"><i><br /></i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Yield: Approx. 40 Brownie Bites</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small; font-style: italic;"><br /></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3/4 cup butter, melted</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3/4 cup white sugar</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2 teaspoons vanilla extract</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3/4 cup all-purpose flour</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1/2 teaspoon salt</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">40 miniature Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, unwrapped</span><br />
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</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray mini cupcake pan(s) with non stick spray. In a medium bowl, mix melted butter, sugars and vanilla. Beat in eggs one at a time. Add flour, cocoa and salt. Mix until combined. Fill each cupcake section with batter, slightly more than halfway. Do not overfill. Place a peanut butter cup in each cupcake hole, pressing it down until it is almost level with the batter. Bake in preheated oven for 15-18 minutes or until done. Cool the brownie bites for 5 minutes before removing from the cupcake tin. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small; font-style: italic;"><br /></span><br />Note: Thanks to Alice from the blog <a href="http://savorysweetlife.com/">Savory Sweet Life</a> for this recipe.<br /><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Mom's Cooking Club Lesson</b>: I had a hard time getting out some of the brownie bites. Some broke as I tried to remove them. I may have overfilled the muffin cups. Next time I will use mini muffin liners. I think that will solve the problem. But no worries....we enjoyed eating the warm broken ones. They didn't go to waste.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Welcome to October....can you believe it? This is one of my favorite months. The weather is getting cooler, there's a briskness in the air, cooking my favorite fall foods like soups and stews, fall baking, getting ready for the upcoming holidays. The first one is Halloween. We always decorate our front yard for Halloween. I love sitting on my front porch and giving out candy to all the kids. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Do you like to have adult Halloween parties? Here is a Halloween inspired menu from the Cooking Light Virtual Supper Club. This month's theme focuses on Halloween....the spooky, orange or black. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I made this "Devilishly Devine Peanut Butter Caramel Corn" which is in the October issue of Cooking Light Magazine. Making caramel corn is so easy and so addicting to eat. This one is a little different with the peanut butter and almonds but definitely a yummy treat. A great little party snack. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><a href="http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/peanut-butter-caramel-corn-50400000115814/">Click here for the original recipe on Myrecipes.com</a></b></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><i>Slightly adapted from <a href="http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/peanut-butter-caramel-corn-50400000115814/">Cooking Light</a></i></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2/3 cup packed light brown sugar</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2/3 cup light-colored corn syrup</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1/2 cup creamy peanut butter</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1 teaspoon vanilla extract</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">5. Combine sugar, syrup, butter and salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil. Cook 3 minutes, stirring occassionally. Remove from heat. Add peanut butter and vanilla. Stir until smooth. </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">6. Spread popcorn with almonds on a large baking sheet. Drizzle peanut butter mixture over popcorn and toss well. </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">7. Bake at 250 degrees for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Cool before breaking apart and placing in sealed container. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Val (<a href="http://morethanburnttoast.blogspot.com/">More Than Burnt Toast</a>) - Roasted Squash Soup with Turkey Croquettes</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Jerry (<a href="http://jdeq.typepad.com/">Jerry's Thoughts, Musings, and Rants</a>) - Dracula's Revenge (Baked Penne with Sausage and Garlic)</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Roz (<a href="http://bellavita-bellasblog.blogspot.com/">La Bella Vita</a>) - Chocolate Spiderweb Cookies</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Last year I participated in the 12 weeks of Christmas Cookies hosted by April from <a href="http://abbysweets.blogspot.com/">Abby Sweets</a>. This year I am participating again and it will be hosted by Brenda from <a href="http://www.mealplanningmagic.com/">Meal Planning Magic</a>. I hope to share a cookie or treat every week, depending on my schedule. There will be a blog hop at the end of my post so you can see what others have made. What a great way to share recipes and hopefully will inspire you to bake some sweet treats for the holiday season.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Have you ever heard or tried TortillaLand Flour Tortillas? If not, I highly recommend that you see if your area sells them. These are very different tortillas. They are refrigerated and you make them fresh. One of the TortillaLand's slogans is, "So Fresh They Haven't Even Been Made Yet". </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I was contacted to sample TortillaLand Flour Tortillas. They asked if I would focus on a Back to School recipe. My daughters started High School about a month ago. We are extremely busy between work and school schedules. I'm always looking for family friendly recipes that everyone will like. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">My daughters love tacos but I wanted to do something a little more interesting so I made Chicken and Steak Fajitas. The great thing about Fajitas is that everyone can pick their favorite meat and toppings. These were a huge hit. The rub I used on the chicken and steak had wonderful flavor. My daughters made their own Tortillas in a skillet since it only takes about 60 seconds. The Tortillas taste so fresh. We loved them!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1 1/2 lbs beef sirloin steak</span></div>
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Who loves Breakfast? I do. Who loves Breakfast for Dinner? I do. So, for this month's Cooking Light Virtual Club, I chose the theme of Breakfast foods for dinner. There's just something fun about breakfast at dinnertime. It can be savory, salty, sweet or a combination of all these flavors. Breakfast foods are usually quick to prepare which makes it perfect for those busy nights. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I love eating eggs, prepared anyway and anytime. This ham and swiss egg sandwich appealed to me because I usually eat eggs in between toast or a biscuit. Sometimes, I'll sneak some bacon or a sausage patty in my egg sandwiches. This is a healthier version. It was super good. Easy over egg, sauteed ham slice and swiss cheese....yummy!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
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<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 5.0pt; margin-left: .5in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 11.0pt .5in; text-autospace: none; text-indent: -.5in;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: medium;"> </span> Cooking spray (or butter)<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 5.0pt; margin-left: .5in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 11.0pt .5in; text-autospace: none; text-indent: -.5in;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> 4 ounces thinly sliced lower-sodium deli ham<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 5.0pt; margin-left: .5in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 11.0pt .5in; text-autospace: none; text-indent: -.5in;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> 4 large eggs<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 5.0pt; margin-left: .5in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 11.0pt .5in; text-autospace: none; text-indent: -.5in;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> 4 English muffins, split and toasted (<i>I used Honey Wheat</i>)<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 5.0pt; margin-left: .5in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 11.0pt .5in; text-autospace: none; text-indent: -.5in;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> 4 (1-ounce) slices Emmentaler or Swiss cheese<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: medium;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 5.0pt; margin-left: .5in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 11.0pt .5in; text-autospace: none; text-indent: -.5in;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 12.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-autospace: none;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="color: #260027;"><b>Preparation<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: large;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 5.0pt; margin-left: .5in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 11.0pt .5in; text-autospace: none; text-indent: -.5in;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: medium;"> </span> 1. Preheat broiler to high.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 5.0pt; margin-left: .5in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 11.0pt .5in; text-autospace: none; text-indent: -.5in;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> 2. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Coat the pan with cooking spray. Add ham to pan; sauté 2 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove from pan. Recoat pan with cooking spray. Crack eggs into pan. Cover and cook for 4 minutes or until desired degree of doneness. (<i>I made my eggs over easy and I used butter in the pan instead of cooking spray</i>) Remove from heat.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 5.0pt; margin-left: .5in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 11.0pt .5in; text-autospace: none; text-indent: -.5in;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> 3. Place 4 toasted muffin halves, cut sides up, on a baking sheet. Top each half with 1 cheese slice. Broil for 2 minutes or until cheese melts. Divide ham among cheese-topped muffin halves; top each with 1 egg and 1 muffin half.<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: medium;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 5.0pt; margin-left: .5in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 11.0pt .5in; text-autospace: none; text-indent: -.5in;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> <i><b>Note</b>: I put a small amount of butter on the toasted English Muffins. Also, the cheese melted much quicker than 2 minutes so check your oven when you melt the cheese.</i></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
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</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">From 8/18/11 - 8/23/11, Publix has a promotion called Great Deals on Great Meals. This event is exclusively at Publix where you can save on some of your favorite food products from General Mills, Unilever and Campbell's. You can also pick up some recipe ideas that your family can enjoy.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
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</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #412050; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">General Mills through <a href="http://www.myblogspark.com/">MyBlogSpark</a> was generous to provide me with a $25.00 Publix Gift Card so I could purchase some of my favorite products during the Great Deals on Great Meals event. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #412050; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #412050; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">They also offered me another $25.00 Publix Gift Card to giveaway to one of my readers. Who couldn't use some free money to spend at the grocery store? </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #412050; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #412050; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>To enter</b>: Please leave me a comment telling me what product you would buy from the Great Deals on Great Meals campaign. Go to this link, </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #412050;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://bit.ly/PublixGDGMSummer">http://bit.ly/PublixGDGMSummer</a></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #412050; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> to see what General Mills products are featured. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #412050; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
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</script>Jamiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16491685968707879756noreply@blogger.com22tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1406221828621525823.post-35697386950768594462011-08-14T21:40:00.008-05:002011-08-14T21:43:57.034-05:00Grilled Tomato and Mozzarella Naan Pizza<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPqofU6bm5fXkgmTUo0zdy5RFT_HwtCC_iH4DpfX1k1XDwVfpZgXW1-xPugpJ5W0Sb4ltzsBQQDjsWydzjtU55MCguRyd_LgEOnTA-KNYM24NfvDfXVf81DMwczotrYnKzjbmRUHBXOerH/s1600/Naan+Pizza.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPqofU6bm5fXkgmTUo0zdy5RFT_HwtCC_iH4DpfX1k1XDwVfpZgXW1-xPugpJ5W0Sb4ltzsBQQDjsWydzjtU55MCguRyd_LgEOnTA-KNYM24NfvDfXVf81DMwczotrYnKzjbmRUHBXOerH/s1600/Naan+Pizza.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Naan Bread. Pesto. Tomatoes. Fresh Mozzarella Cheese. A Grill.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">One fantastic meal!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I got the inspiration for this dish from my sister-in-law, <a href="http://aggieskitchen.com/">Aggie</a>, who made these <a href="http://aggieskitchen.com/2011/07/27/grilled-veggie-naan-pizza-with-pesto/">Grilled Veggie Naan Pizzas with Pesto Sauce</a>.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I made mine with fresh mozzarella, tomato slices and pesto. We loved the slightly charred and crunchy crust that you get when grilling the Naan Bread. An easy weeknight meal or cut into pieces for an appetizer. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Give these "different" pizzas a try.....I know you will enjoy them!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Grilled Tomato and Mozzarella Naan Pizza</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Recipe adapted from <a href="http://aggieskitchen.com/2011/07/27/grilled-veggie-naan-pizza-with-pesto/">Aggie's Kitchen</a></span></i> </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Ingredients</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">4 Naan Flatbreads <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">(found in deli section or speciality breads)</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">8 tablespoons pesto, homemade or store bought<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"> (I used Classico brand)</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2 large tomatoes, sliced</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Fresh Mozzarella, sliced <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">(from deli or speciality cheese section)</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">olive oil</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
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</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Preheat grill to medium heat. Brush one side of Naan Bread with olive oil. Place side with olive oil down on grill rack. Grill for a few minutes until bread starts to get light grill marks and is slightly crisp. Take off grill, place on baking sheet(s) and set aside.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Spread 2 tablespoons pesto on each of the non-grilled sides of the bread. Top with mozzarella cheese and tomato slices. Close grill and cook for about 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Remove from grill and cut into slices. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Here's a quick and light side dish to make for your next picnic or outdoor gathering. Healthy baby spinach, mini bow-tie pasta, red onion and a tasty vinaigrette are all the ingredients you need.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">My monthly "meet-up" with the Cooking Light Virtual Supper Club is a menu for a Summerfest Beach Party or a summer picnic. These Cooking Light recipes would be perfect to celebrate the season of summer. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><a href="http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/spinach-pasta-salad-50400000109578/">Click here for the Spinach-Pasta Salad recipe on Myrecipes.com</a></b> </span></div><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i><h3 style="color: #330033; font: normal normal bold 1.5em/normal arial, helvetica, sans-serif; margin-bottom: 12px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Ingredients</span></span></h3><ul style="list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: initial; list-style-type: none; margin-bottom: 12px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;"><li itemprop="ingredient" itemscope="" itemtype="http://data-vocabulary.org/RecipeIngredient" style="float: none; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 2px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: top;"><span itemprop="amount"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">1/2 cup</span></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"> </span></span></span><span itemprop="name"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">mini </span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">farfalle</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"> (bow-tie pasta)</span></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><span itemprop="preparation"></span></span></span></span></li>
<li itemprop="ingredient" itemscope="" itemtype="http://data-vocabulary.org/RecipeIngredient" style="float: none; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 2px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: top;"><span itemprop="amount"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">1 1/2 tablespoons</span></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"> </span></span></span><span itemprop="name"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">extra-virgin olive oil</span></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><span itemprop="preparation"></span></span></span></span></li>
<li itemprop="ingredient" itemscope="" itemtype="http://data-vocabulary.org/RecipeIngredient" style="float: none; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 2px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: top;"><span itemprop="amount"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">1 tablespoon</span></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"> </span></span></span><span itemprop="name"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">white wine vinegar</span></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><span itemprop="preparation"></span></span></span></span></li>
<li itemprop="ingredient" itemscope="" itemtype="http://data-vocabulary.org/RecipeIngredient" style="float: none; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 2px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: top;"><span itemprop="amount"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">1/2 teaspoon</span></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"> </span></span></span><span itemprop="name"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">Dijon mustard</span></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><span itemprop="preparation"></span></span></span></span></li>
<li itemprop="ingredient" itemscope="" itemtype="http://data-vocabulary.org/RecipeIngredient" style="float: none; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 2px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: top;"><span itemprop="amount"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">1/4 teaspoon</span></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"> </span></span></span><span itemprop="name"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">freshly ground black pepper</span></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><span itemprop="preparation"></span></span></span></span></li>
<li itemprop="ingredient" itemscope="" itemtype="http://data-vocabulary.org/RecipeIngredient" style="float: none; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 2px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: top;"><span itemprop="amount"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">1/8 teaspoon</span></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"> </span></span></span><span itemprop="name"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">salt</span></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><span itemprop="preparation"></span></span></span></span></li>
<li itemprop="ingredient" itemscope="" itemtype="http://data-vocabulary.org/RecipeIngredient" style="float: none; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 2px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: top;"><span itemprop="amount"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">2 </span></span></span></span><span itemprop="name"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">garlic cloves, minced</span></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><span itemprop="preparation"></span></span></span></span></li>
<li itemprop="ingredient" itemscope="" itemtype="http://data-vocabulary.org/RecipeIngredient" style="float: none; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 2px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: top;"><span itemprop="amount"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">3 cups</span></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"> </span></span></span><span itemprop="name"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">baby spinach</span></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><span itemprop="preparation"></span></span></span></span></li>
<li itemprop="ingredient" itemscope="" itemtype="http://data-vocabulary.org/RecipeIngredient" style="float: none; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 2px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: top;"><span itemprop="amount"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">1/4 cup</span></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"> </span></span></span><span itemprop="name"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">chopped red onion</span></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><span itemprop="preparation"></span></span></span></span></li>
</ul><h3 style="color: #330033; font: normal normal bold 1.5em/normal arial, helvetica, sans-serif; margin-bottom: 12px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Preparation</span></span></h3><ul itemprop="instructions" style="list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: initial; list-style-type: none; margin-bottom: 12px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;"><li style="float: none; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 2px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: top;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">1. Cook mini </span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">farfalle</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"> according to package directions. Drain. Rinse with cold water; drain.</span></span></span></li>
<li style="float: none; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 2px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: top;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">2. Combine olive oil and next 5 ingredients in a large bowl, stirring well with a whisk. Add garlic vinaigrette, spinach, and onion to pasta.</span></span></span></li>
</ul><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><br />
</span> </span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">What else is on on the Summer Beach Party menu? See the other recipes below and check out the details from the rest of the group.</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><br />
</span> </span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">Jerry (</span><a href="http://jdeq.typepad.com/jerrys_thoughts_musings_a/2011/08/grilled-jalapeno-poppers.html"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">Jerry's Thoughts, Musings and Rants</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">) brought the appetizer - Grilled Pepper Poppers</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">Roz (</span><a href="http://bellavita-bellasblog.blogspot.com/2011/08/panzanella-salad-with-bacon-tomato-and.html"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">La Bella Vita</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">) came with a salad - </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">Panzannella</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"> with Tomato, Bacon and Basil Salad</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">Val (</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><a href="http://morethanburnttoast.blogspot.com/2011/08/serving-up-oven-fried-chicken-for.html">More than Burnt Toast</a></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">) provided the main dish - Oven Fried Chicken</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">Sandi (</span><a href="http://whistlestopcooking.blogspot.com/2011/08/cooking-light-summerfest-beach-party.html"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">Whistlestop</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"> Cafe Cooking</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">) did a side dish - Orange Flavored Couscous</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">Mary Ann (</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><a href="http://maresfoodandfun.blogspot.com/2011/08/cooking-light-virtual-supper-club.html">Meet Me in the Kitchen</a></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">) brought the dessert - Lemonade Layer Cake</span></span></span></div></i></span><br />
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</script>Jamiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16491685968707879756noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1406221828621525823.post-21615588005161143372011-07-31T09:00:00.001-05:002011-07-31T09:00:01.766-05:00Grilled Lemon Chicken Breasts<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsz34qqGWRlbNC7sI66s_RBWLquZE_xDMxJaFrdGigHHHyQd0NlzZ4bZwvA4CKWFhdZ2soi2rvqFK4fW_7PwH_2ChYe3az5uSpNb0pis9qbdtkycp5vb_ZxtGR9cbDv6o9crHRU-Lp3twa/s1600/IMG_0012.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsz34qqGWRlbNC7sI66s_RBWLquZE_xDMxJaFrdGigHHHyQd0NlzZ4bZwvA4CKWFhdZ2soi2rvqFK4fW_7PwH_2ChYe3az5uSpNb0pis9qbdtkycp5vb_ZxtGR9cbDv6o9crHRU-Lp3twa/s400/IMG_0012.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The lonely boneless chicken breast. But so much possibility. Pairing lemon with chicken is one such possibility. Add some herbs and you have elevated the simple chicken breast into something so flavorful. This is the perfect summer time meal. Pair it with a salad or some veggies for a light and healthy dinner that everyone will enjoy. (<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">my family did!</span>)</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Grilled Lemon Chicken Breasts</b></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><i>Recipe by Jamie, Mom's Cooking Club</i></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><i><br />
</i></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Serves 4</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Ingredients</b></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><br />
</b></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2 garlic cloves, minced or put through a garlic press</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1/2 teaspoon dried thyme</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1/2 teaspoon dried oregano</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">lemon juice from 1 lemon</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">lemon zest from 1 lemon</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1/2 teaspoon kosher salt</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1/2 teaspoon pepper</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
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</b></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1. Place chicken breasts in a plastic storage bag or between 2 pieces of saran wrap or wax paper. Using a meat mallet, pound to an even thickness but not too thin.</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2. Mix the remaining ingredients in a small bowl and place in a large storage or freezer bag. Add chicken breasts and seal the bag. Rub and massage marinade to evenly coat the chicken breasts. Place the chicken in the refrigerator and let it marinade for at least 2 hours or up to 12 hours. </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3. Preheat grill to high. Spray grill grates with cooking spray or rub with vegetable/canola oil. Lower grill to medium heat. Place chicken breasts on grill, close lid and cook for about 5 minutes per side. Cook time will depend on thickness of chicken. </span><br />
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</script>Jamiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16491685968707879756noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1406221828621525823.post-78589196566428687952011-07-17T15:34:00.000-05:002011-07-17T15:34:07.759-05:00Frozen Chocolate, Caramel & Toffee Ice Cream Sandwich Dessert<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWHSOEnVjLIHKyYzHbnECeSt7Lc9pEp-WXj1tK8a8ydjgkqCN1AKxqrE78eqlJTsYKeBWx6xVX9pfiIMHm2H7z9SXXp4LTYZxeuZ5_67EnwXUw8whkD-weZw_pc6arNf4WevuACI6p9_8s/s1600/Ice+Cream+Sandwich+Cake+-+recipe+-+8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWHSOEnVjLIHKyYzHbnECeSt7Lc9pEp-WXj1tK8a8ydjgkqCN1AKxqrE78eqlJTsYKeBWx6xVX9pfiIMHm2H7z9SXXp4LTYZxeuZ5_67EnwXUw8whkD-weZw_pc6arNf4WevuACI6p9_8s/s400/Ice+Cream+Sandwich+Cake+-+recipe+-+8.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">First, a disclaimer: If you are watching your intake of desserts or on a diet, then please look away. But if you are not, then please stay. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This is an amazing and decadent dessert that I made for 4th of July. I saw this recipe a few years ago on <a href="http://www.recipegirl.com/2009/07/30/frozen-caramel-toffee-ice-cream-sandwich-dessert-great-summer-dessert-for-a-crowd/">Recipe Girl's site</a> and have been holding on to it for the perfect family gathering. This was super easy to put together and there are only a few ingredients. My 15 year old nephew, Andy, helped me and we had so much fun together. This feeds a large crowd but I guarantee there won't be any left over. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Note</b>: All the pictures on this post were taken by my sister-in-law, Aggie. (<a href="http://aggieskitchen.com/">Aggie's Kitchen</a>) Thank you so much Aggie for the awesome photos and for a wonderful time visiting. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
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</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 15px;">2. Spread one tub of Cool Whip over the 1st layer of ice cream sandwiches. Drizzle the caramel and chocolate sauces over the Cool Whip. Sprinkle with toffee bits. Cover the pan with tin foil and freeze for one hour.</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 15px;"><br />
</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 15px;">3. Layer 2nd layer of 12 ice cream sandwiches on top of the toffee bits. Spread 2nd tub of Cool Whip. Drizzle the caramel and chocolate sauces over the Cool Whip. Sprinkle the top with more toffee bits and chopped Hershey Bars. (or just the Heath/Skor candy bars if you have those) Cover again with tin foil and freeze for several hours until firm.</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 15px;"><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Exciting news: My sister-in-law, Aggie, is now a daily contributor to</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Mom's Cooking Club Lesson</b>: This dessert is very large but keeps well in the freezer. (in case by some chance you have any leftover) I highly recommend you make this for your next family get together, neighborhood potluck or holiday celebration. </span><br />
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</span> </div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I made a light and refreshing salad with peaches and tomatoes. It sounds like a strange combination but the flavors work great together. The bites of sweet peaches mixed with the balsamic vinaigrette are so good in this salad. Give this combination a try. I think you'll love it. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #5b335c; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Ingredients</b></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><ul style="list-style-type: none; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;"><li itemprop="ingredient" itemscope="" itemtype="http://data-vocabulary.org/RecipeIngredient" style="line-height: 1.8em; margin-bottom: 3px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 3px; text-align: left;"><span itemprop="amount"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">1/4 cup</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><span itemprop="name"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">thinly vertically sliced red onion</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span itemprop="preparation"></span></span></span></li>
<li itemprop="ingredient" itemscope="" itemtype="http://data-vocabulary.org/RecipeIngredient" style="line-height: 1.8em; margin-bottom: 3px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 3px; text-align: left;"><span itemprop="amount"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">1/2 </span></span></span><span itemprop="name"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">pound ripe peaches, pitted and cut into wedges</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span itemprop="preparation"></span></span></span></li>
<li itemprop="ingredient" itemscope="" itemtype="http://data-vocabulary.org/RecipeIngredient" style="line-height: 1.8em; margin-bottom: 3px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 3px; text-align: left;"><span itemprop="amount"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">1/4 pound</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><span itemprop="name"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">heirloom beefsteak tomatoes, cut into thick wedges</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span itemprop="preparation"></span></span></span></li>
<li itemprop="ingredient" itemscope="" itemtype="http://data-vocabulary.org/RecipeIngredient" style="line-height: 1.8em; margin-bottom: 3px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 3px; text-align: left;"><span itemprop="amount"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">1/4 pound</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><span itemprop="name"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">heirloom cherry or pear tomatoes, halved</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span itemprop="preparation"></span></span></span></li>
<li itemprop="ingredient" itemscope="" itemtype="http://data-vocabulary.org/RecipeIngredient" style="line-height: 1.8em; margin-bottom: 3px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 3px; text-align: left;"><span itemprop="amount"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">1 tablespoon</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><span itemprop="name"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">sherry vinegar</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span itemprop="preparation"></span></span></span></li>
<li itemprop="ingredient" itemscope="" itemtype="http://data-vocabulary.org/RecipeIngredient" style="line-height: 1.8em; margin-bottom: 3px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 3px; text-align: left;"><span itemprop="amount"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">1 1/2 teaspoons</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><span itemprop="name"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">extra-virgin olive oil</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span itemprop="preparation"></span></span></span></li>
<li itemprop="ingredient" itemscope="" itemtype="http://data-vocabulary.org/RecipeIngredient" style="line-height: 1.8em; margin-bottom: 3px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 3px; text-align: left;"><span itemprop="amount"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">1 teaspoon</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><span itemprop="name"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">honey</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span itemprop="preparation"></span></span></span></li>
<li itemprop="ingredient" itemscope="" itemtype="http://data-vocabulary.org/RecipeIngredient" style="line-height: 1.8em; margin-bottom: 3px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 3px; text-align: left;"><span itemprop="amount"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">1/8 teaspoon</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><span itemprop="name"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">salt</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span itemprop="preparation"></span></span></span></li>
<li itemprop="ingredient" itemscope="" itemtype="http://data-vocabulary.org/RecipeIngredient" style="line-height: 1.8em; margin-bottom: 3px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 3px; text-align: left;"><span itemprop="amount"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">1/8 teaspoon</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><span itemprop="name"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">freshly ground black pepper</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span itemprop="preparation"></span></span></span></li>
<li itemprop="ingredient" itemscope="" itemtype="http://data-vocabulary.org/RecipeIngredient" style="line-height: 1.8em; margin-bottom: 3px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 3px; text-align: left;"><span itemprop="amount"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">1/4 cup</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><span itemprop="name"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">(1 ounce) crumbled feta cheese</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span itemprop="preparation"></span></span></span></li>
<li itemprop="ingredient" itemscope="" itemtype="http://data-vocabulary.org/RecipeIngredient" style="line-height: 1.8em; margin-bottom: 3px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 3px; text-align: left;"><span itemprop="amount"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">2 tablespoons</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><span itemprop="name"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">small basil leaves or torn basil</span></span></span><span itemprop="preparation"></span></li>
</ul><div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small; line-height: 21px;"><br />
</span></span></div></div><div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small; line-height: 21px;"><b>Note</b>: Use whatever tomatoes you have available. I used regular vine tomatoes. I also used a peach balsamic vinegar instead of sherry vinegar.</span></span></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><h5 style="color: #5b335c; letter-spacing: 0.05em; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 15px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Preparation</span></span></h5><ul class="prep" itemprop="instructions" style="list-style-type: none; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;"><li style="line-height: 1.2em; margin-bottom: 9px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 9px; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">1. Combine first 4 ingredients in a large bowl.</span></span></li>
<li style="line-height: 1.2em; margin-bottom: 9px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 9px; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">2. Combine vinegar, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk. Drizzle vinegar mixture over peach mixture; toss well to coat. Sprinkle with cheese and basil.</span></span></li>
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</span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small; line-height: 14px;">So, what else is on the Alfresco menu from the other Cooking Light Virtual Supper Club bloggers? Check out each link to see what everyone else made for this summer meal.</span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small; line-height: 14px;"><br />
</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small; line-height: 14px;">Jerry from Jerry's Thoughts, Musings and Rants - <a href="http://jdeq.typepad.com/jerrys_thoughts_musings_a/2011/07/grilled-pizza-with-prosciutto-arugula-and-lemon.html">Grilled Pizza with Prosciutto, Arugula and Lemon</a></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Mary Ann from Meet Me in the Kitchen - <a href="http://maresfoodandfun.blogspot.com/2011/07/sounds-like-summer-summer-lemon.html">Summer Lemon-Vegetable Risotto</a></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Val from More than Burnt Toast - <a href="http://morethanburnttoast.blogspot.com/2011/07/our-cooking-light-supper-club-goes.html">Poached Salmon with Creamy Herb Sauce</a></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Roz from La Bella Vita - <a href="http://bellavita-bellasblog.blogspot.com/2011/07/chocolate-amaretti-peaches-dining-al.html">Chocolate-Amaretti Peaches</a></span></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://bellavita-bellasblog.blogspot.com/2011/07/chocolate-amaretti-peaches-dining-al.html"></a></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Sandi from Whistlestop Cafe Cooking - </span><a href="http://whistlestopcooking.blogspot.com/2011/07/cooking-light-sounds-like-summer.html">Peach Ice Cream</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 14px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: normal;"><br />
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</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Mom's Cooking Club Lesson</b>: The vinaigrette is really good in this salad. It had a sweetness to it that really went well with all the ingredients. I used a peach balsamic vinegar instead of the sherry vinegar in the recipe. There are many different types of vinegars that you can try in this recipe to add some variety to the vinaigrette and flavor of the salad.</span></div><br />
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</script>Jamiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16491685968707879756noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1406221828621525823.post-25694947210936977862011-07-01T06:00:00.132-05:002011-07-01T06:00:01.762-05:00It's Friday!......Pizza Night!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPg33zhLk0KsA0cUDSRaSkFyd1WR9OleNoCNAZvSSHIa68cA93yrjlHVb-t6twaKsR_wHo_cwAq-1IPabQrlS1iE09StIX1qpOLJlDEePHHHGLz_TkXrHC7kR2LA19ylARirHWNbY_C25K/s1600/DSC05825.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPg33zhLk0KsA0cUDSRaSkFyd1WR9OleNoCNAZvSSHIa68cA93yrjlHVb-t6twaKsR_wHo_cwAq-1IPabQrlS1iE09StIX1qpOLJlDEePHHHGLz_TkXrHC7kR2LA19ylARirHWNbY_C25K/s400/DSC05825.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br />
<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">When Friday rolls around, I usually don't feel like cooking. A mom's got to have a break once in a while, don't you agree? After a long week, nothing beats a pizza. Pepperoni is our family favorite. Unfortunately, where I live, we don't have many good pizza places nearby. So, what do I do when the Friday night pizza craving hits.....I make my own.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I found this pizza recipe on the back of a Hunt's tomato sauce can years and years ago. The pizza dough is spread out on a cookie sheet instead of making it round. The hardest part is working with the dough to get it stretched out. But, be patient and keep rolling it out and pulling the sides of the dough and it will stretch to fit the cookie sheet. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This recipe is a simple and quick way to have your pizza night....whatever day of the week that may be. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Friday Night Pizza</b></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><i>aka Party Pizza by Hunt's</i></span><i> </i> </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Ingredients</b></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><br />
</b></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1 package (10 oz) refrigerated pizza dough (<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">I used pizza dough from my grocery store bakery dept or you can use the one that comes in a can.</span>)</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2 tablespoons olive oil</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2 teaspoons minced garlic</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1 can (10 3/4 oz) Tomato Puree</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1 teaspoon Italian seasoning</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">I shred my own and use a generous amount to cover the sauce and dough</span>)</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Directions</b></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><br />
</b></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Roll and stretch out dough to form a rectangle and press on a greased cookie sheet. Use the size that fits your amount of dough, 15 x 11 or 17 x 11 cookie sheet sizes work well. Bake in a preheated 400 degree oven for 8 minutes.</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Combine oil and garlic. Brush on crust. Blend puree and seasoning. Spread evenly over crust. Sprinkle cheese over sauce and add favorite toppings, if desired. </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Bake 10-12 minutes or until cheese is bubbling. Cut in squares.</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Note: Sometimes we add red pepper flakes and/or parmesan cheese to our slices. </span></div><br />
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</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Mom's Cooking Club Lesson</b>: Create your own favorite pizza with toppings of your choice. Saute some green peppers, onions and mushrooms for a few minutes to soften them a little before adding as your topping and have a veggie pizza. Or cook up some pork or turkey sausage and use that as a pizza topping. The options are endless. Enjoy your Friday nights! </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">It's time to get out of the kitchen and enjoy the outdoors. Summertime is here! Grilling time is here! (<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">even though I grill all year round</span>) The Cooking Light Virtual Supper Club has gotten together again. This month's theme is barbecuing and getting out of the kitchen to cook. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I made a very simple side dish. Thyme potatoes. What I love about this recipe is that you make individual foil packets with red potatoes, olive oil, thyme, salt and pepper. Everyone has their own potato package. The potatoes got so tender and creamy. A perfect side dish to go along with your grilled meats or other vegetables.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Note: This recipe makes one serving. I cut up enough potatoes to make 4 servings and increased the other ingredients as well. I divided the potato mixture evenly among 4 foil square packets. </span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><a href="http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/thyme-potatoes-10000000335870/">Click here for recipe on Myrecipes.com</a></b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Thyme Potatoes</b></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><i>Recipe By <a href="http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/thyme-potatoes-10000000335870/">Cooking Light</a></i></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Serving: 1 cup</span></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #5b335c; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-weight: bold;">Ingredients</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #5b335c; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-weight: bold;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #5b335c; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-weight: bold; line-height: 28px;"><span itemprop="amount"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">1/2 pound</span></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span itemprop="name"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">small red potatoes, quartered </span></span></span></span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #5b335c; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-weight: bold;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><ul style="list-style-type: none; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;"><li itemprop="ingredient" itemscope="" itemtype="http://data-vocabulary.org/RecipeIngredient" style="line-height: 1.8em; margin-bottom: 3px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 3px;"><span itemprop="amount"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">1 1/2 teaspoons</span></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span itemprop="name"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">olive oil</span></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><span itemprop="preparation"></span></span></span></span></li>
<li itemprop="ingredient" itemscope="" itemtype="http://data-vocabulary.org/RecipeIngredient" style="line-height: 1.8em; margin-bottom: 3px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 3px;"><span itemprop="amount"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">1 teaspoon</span></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span itemprop="name"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">minced fresh thyme</span></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><span itemprop="preparation"></span></span></span></span></li>
<li itemprop="ingredient" itemscope="" itemtype="http://data-vocabulary.org/RecipeIngredient" style="line-height: 1.8em; margin-bottom: 3px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 3px;"><span itemprop="amount"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">1/4 teaspoon</span></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span itemprop="name"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">salt</span></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><span itemprop="preparation"></span></span></span></span></li>
<li itemprop="ingredient" itemscope="" itemtype="http://data-vocabulary.org/RecipeIngredient" style="line-height: 1.8em; margin-bottom: 3px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 3px;"><span itemprop="amount"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">1/8 teaspoon</span></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span itemprop="name"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">freshly ground black pepper</span></span></span></span></li>
<li itemprop="ingredient" itemscope="" itemtype="http://data-vocabulary.org/RecipeIngredient" style="line-height: 1.8em; margin-bottom: 3px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 3px;"><span itemprop="name"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br />
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<li itemprop="ingredient" itemscope="" itemtype="http://data-vocabulary.org/RecipeIngredient" style="line-height: 1.8em; margin-bottom: 3px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 3px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span itemprop="name"></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #5b335c; font-weight: bold; line-height: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Preparation</span></span></span></li>
</ul><ul class="prep" itemprop="instructions" style="list-style-type: none; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;"><li style="line-height: 1.2em; margin-bottom: 9px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 9px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Prepare grill.</span></span></span></li>
<li style="line-height: 1.2em; margin-bottom: 9px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 9px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Combine all ingredients, tossing to coat. Cut 2 (12-inch) sheets of aluminum foil. Arrange potato mixture in a single layer on 1 sheet of foil. Place remaining sheet of foil over potato mixture; seal edges. Place foil packet on grill rack. Grill 8 minutes or until potatoes are tender.</span></span></span></li>
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</span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small; line-height: 16px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">What did the rest of the group cook outside the kitchen? Check out the links below for some other great Cooking Light grilling and outdoor recipes.</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small; line-height: 16px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br />
</span> </span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small; line-height: 16px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Val from </span><a href="http://morethanburnttoast.blogspot.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">More Than Burnt Toast</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"> made an appetizer - Barbecued Chicken Sliders with Pickled Onions</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small; line-height: 16px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br />
</span> </span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small; line-height: 16px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Roz from </span><a href="http://bellavita-bellasblog.blogspot.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">La Bella Vita</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"> also made an appetizer - Grilled Stuffed </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Portobello</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"> Mushrooms</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small; line-height: 16px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br />
</span> </span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small; line-height: 16px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Jerry from </span><a href="http://jdeq.typepad.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Jerry's Thoughts, Musings and Rants</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"> brought a salad - Grilled Vegetable Salad with Creamy Blue Cheese</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small; line-height: 16px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br />
</span> </span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small; line-height: 16px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Jamie (that's me) brought a side dish - Thyme Potatoes</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small; line-height: 16px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br />
</span> </span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small; line-height: 16px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Sandi from </span><a href="http://whistlestopcooking.blogspot.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Whistlestop</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"> Cafe Cooking</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"> made the main dish - Scallops Grilled on Rosemary</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small; line-height: 16px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br />
</span> </span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small; line-height: 16px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Mary Ann from </span><a href="http://maresfoodandfun.blogspot.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Meet Me in the Kitchen</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"> made the dessert - Blueberry Cheesecake Ice Cream</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small; line-height: 16px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br />
</span> </span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small; line-height: 16px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Enjoy some time getting out of the kitchen this summer. These Cooking Light recipes are a great inspiration to get started.</span></span></span></div></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br />
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</span> </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Mom's Cooking Club Lesson: I used petite red potatoes and quartered them to make even pieces. If you buy the red potatoes that are larger, I would cut them more to make smaller pieces. This will help them cook quicker. Also, keep an eye on the potatoes and check them for </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">doneness</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"> at the suggested cook time. If not done, cook a few minutes more. If you cook them too long, which I did, you may end up with some burned potatoes. (we ate the ones that were not burnt which were very good) </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br />
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