Joseph's Grainery
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What Happens At Naptime
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Lynn's Kitchen Adventure
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Mel's Kitchen Cafe
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Kayotic Kitchen
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Brown Eyed Baker
Turkey Burgers with Guacamole and Bacon
These burgers were so delicious. Bacon, pepper jack cheese and guacamole. What's not to like?
Ingredients:
canola oil
1 package ground turkey
1 tsp poultry seasoning
1-2 Tbsp grill seasoning (like McCormicks)
1 scallion, sliced
4 slices of cooked bacon
4 slices of pepperjack cheese guacamole, see this recipe to make your own
mixed greens
4 whole grain hamburger buns
In a medium mixing bowl, add a little canola oil and the ground turkey. To the turkey, add the poultry seasoning, grill seasoning and scallions. Mix together and form into four patties.
Preheat a nonstick skillet over medium high heat. Add the burger patties and cook on both sides for about 6 minutes per side. Once cooked through, add the sliced cheese, put a lid on the skillet so the cheese melts. Turn off the heat.
Add a slice of bacon to the bottom hamburger bun (I broke the bacon in two). Place the burger patty on top of the bacon. Then add a spoonful or two of guacamole to the patty, add some mixed greens and the top hamburger bun.
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Ingredients:
canola oil
1 package ground turkey
1 tsp poultry seasoning
1-2 Tbsp grill seasoning (like McCormicks)
1 scallion, sliced
4 slices of cooked bacon
4 slices of pepperjack cheese guacamole, see this recipe to make your own
mixed greens
4 whole grain hamburger buns
In a medium mixing bowl, add a little canola oil and the ground turkey. To the turkey, add the poultry seasoning, grill seasoning and scallions. Mix together and form into four patties.
Preheat a nonstick skillet over medium high heat. Add the burger patties and cook on both sides for about 6 minutes per side. Once cooked through, add the sliced cheese, put a lid on the skillet so the cheese melts. Turn off the heat.
Add a slice of bacon to the bottom hamburger bun (I broke the bacon in two). Place the burger patty on top of the bacon. Then add a spoonful or two of guacamole to the patty, add some mixed greens and the top hamburger bun.
Quinoa Salad
You might be asking, "What the H is quinoa?" No worries, until about 6 months ago, I had no idea what it was either. Quinoa is a grain. You cook it like rice, but to me, it has the texture more like couscous. Some people even compare it to a cereal like oatmeal. It's a great alternative if you are gluten intolerant or trying to avoid other grains like wheat, barley or pasta.
This was actually my first time making quinoa, but I loved it. Even my skeptical husband enjoyed it. Look for more quinoa recipes in the near future. This recipe has been altered from an Ellie Krieger recipe. I prefer craisins to the raisins she calls for, but use whichever one you prefer.
Ingredients:
1 cup quinoa, rinsed well
1 and 3/4 cup low sodium chicken broth (water is fine, but I like the added flavor of using a broth)
1/4 cup pine nuts
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup craisins
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
Directions:
Place the quinoa in a saucepan and cook over medium heat until toasted, about 2 minutes. Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, covered, until the liquid is absorbed, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and let sit, covered, about 2 minutes.
Meanwhile, toast the pine nuts in a skillet over medium-high heat, stirring, until golden, about 3 minutes; transfer to a plate. Add the olive oil and garlic to the skillet and cook over medium heat, stirring, until golden, about 2 minutes. Transfer the garlic to the plate, reserving the oil.
Fluff the quinoa with a fork. Add the pine nuts, garlic, reserved oil, parsley, craisins and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper and toss.
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This was actually my first time making quinoa, but I loved it. Even my skeptical husband enjoyed it. Look for more quinoa recipes in the near future. This recipe has been altered from an Ellie Krieger recipe. I prefer craisins to the raisins she calls for, but use whichever one you prefer.
Ingredients:
1 cup quinoa, rinsed well
1 and 3/4 cup low sodium chicken broth (water is fine, but I like the added flavor of using a broth)
1/4 cup pine nuts
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup craisins
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
Directions:
Place the quinoa in a saucepan and cook over medium heat until toasted, about 2 minutes. Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, covered, until the liquid is absorbed, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and let sit, covered, about 2 minutes.
Meanwhile, toast the pine nuts in a skillet over medium-high heat, stirring, until golden, about 3 minutes; transfer to a plate. Add the olive oil and garlic to the skillet and cook over medium heat, stirring, until golden, about 2 minutes. Transfer the garlic to the plate, reserving the oil.
Fluff the quinoa with a fork. Add the pine nuts, garlic, reserved oil, parsley, craisins and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper and toss.
Holiday Project Idea: Easter Egg Garland
Nap Time Journal has an adorable Easter egg garland tutorial using the plastic eggs that muliply in storage from year to year. I think I may give this a try because it is so cute!
Out of pocket the next week or two...
I am having surgery today and will be recovering for the next few weeks. Thus, the blog will be somewhat silent for a little while.
I can't wait to get back and post some great recipes and Easter ideas.
See you soon!
PS: Spring is coming quick here in Texas. Our state flower, the bluebonnet, is popping out all over...
Must Try Tuesday: March 22, 2011
Family: Movie Night
I can't believe how fast our spring break went by. We had fun and the weather was awesome. Tonight is family movie night. We are watching The Spy Next Door. We had pizza for dinner and the rainbow cupcakes that we made earlier today (recipe coming soon.)
Have a great weekend!
Project Idea: Spring Wreath
I love this wreath by Carrie at Dittle Dattle. And bonus...she has the tutorial on her blog so that even I can attempt something so adorable!
Family: Movie day with Nana
The girls are on spring break this week so Nana took them to see a movie. They saw Mars Needs Moms and loved it! They can't wait for it to come out on DVD so we can watch it for family movie night.
Happy St. Patrick's day!
Must Try Tuesday: March 15, 2011
We are on spring break this week and the house is busy with kids in and out. We have been having very nice weather which makes it so much better for the girls. They can play outside as much as they want...and they have been. By the end of the day, I have grubby stinky girls!
Here are some of the recipes that I know I have to make. Enjoy!
We love bread sticks around here. I have a favorite recipe
that my family loves but because I love all
things Olive Garden, I must try these...
Jamie Cooks It Up!
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This recipe had me at buttermilk...seriously! I love
to bake with buttermilk. It makes everything taste delightful!
Recipe Shoebox
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Mmmmmm.....chocolate and raspberries.....
Mandy's Recipe Box
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These look like they came from a bakery.....
they also look very yummy.....
they also look very yummy.....
Soap Mom's Kitchen
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A grown up cupcake.....
Brown Eyed Baker
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We love watermelon....we love feta....
I know that we will love this....
Kayotic Kitchen
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You had me at bacon....
Get Off Your Butt and BAKE!
Linked To:
Menu Plan: Week of March 13, 2011
Meal 1
Cabbage Rolls
Mashed Potatoes
Glazed Carrots
Soda Bread
Meal 2
Black-eyed Pea Patties
Hamburger Fixings
Tater Tots
Meal 3
Breakfast for Dinner
Meal 4
Chicken a la King
Rice
Biscuits
Salad
Meal 5
Tuscan Garlic Chicken
Pasta
French Bread
Salad
Meal 6
Crispy Bean Burritos
Rice
Meal 7
Leftovers or Eat Out
Baking
Monkey Muffins
Banana Bread
White Chocolate Cherry Muffins
Banana Cupcakes
Freezer Meal
Farmers Casserole
Family: Movie Night
It's Friday so that means another family movie night. Where did the week go? Today was our last day before a week of spring break, so the girls are super excited for movie night.
Good times tonight!
Tonight we are watching Megamind. On the menu, one of the girl's favorites...chicken plops and cheesy broccoli rice. And for desert, vanilla ice cream with chocolate syrup.
Project Idea: Shamrock Pops
These are marmellow pops....can you believe it? So stinkin' cute! I wish I had a bag of heart marshmellows...I am going to have to scour my pantry to see if I put some away, because these would be the perfect teacher gift for the last day of school before spring break!
The adorable little pops were created by poca cosa (one of my favorite blogs) and she shares the details with pictures on how to create them.
Please, please let me find that bag of 'mellows.....
Recipe Review: Crock Pot Chicken Parmesan
What makes this recipe unique, in my opinion, is that you don't have to pan fry the chicken in the breading before adding it to the crock pot. You simply dredge your uncooked breast in egg and bread crumbs and add it to the crock pot. So super simple!
I made just a few changes to the recipe. Instead of using a jar sauce, I used my roasted Roma tomatoes which made this dish out of the world good! I also did not have mozzarella slices on hand so I used shredded. I wish there was smell-a-vision! My kids came in and out of the kitchen several times asking if dinner was ready because it smelled so good and they wanted the yummy goodness...lol!
I highly recommend this recipe to any and all...especially if you are looking for a hearty delicious meal that doesn't require a lot of time!
Crock Pot Chicken Parmesan
(adapted from recipe at Monster Mama)
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Ingredients
3-5 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/2 c Italian seasoned bread crumbs
1/2 c grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp kosher salt
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 egg beaten
1 cup shredded mozzarella
1 batch roasted Roma tomatoes (makes 6 cups, use more or less to your liking)
Directions
Drizzle olive oil all over bottom of the crock pot. In a medium bowl or shallow plate, beat egg. In another bowl or shallow plate, mix bread crumbs, spices and grated cheese together and set aside. Dip each chicken breast into egg and then dredge in your breadcrumb mixture, making sure to evenly coat all sides. Place coated chicken on the bottom of crock pot. Sprinkle mozzarella on top of the chicken and pour the roasted Roma tomatoes and sauce over the chicken breasts. Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours.
Serve with over a bed of pasta.
Linked To:
* Mandy's Recipe Box: Totally Tasty Tuesday
* At the Well: Tempt My Tummy Tuesday
* It's A Blog Party: Delicious Dishes
* All the Small Stuff: Tuesdays at the Table
* From Mess Hall to Bistro: Made from Scratch Tuesday
* Fudge Ripple: Tuesday Night Supper Club
* From My Tiny Kitchen: Gold Star Wednesday
* Life as Mom: Ultimate Recipe Swap
* Dining with Debbie: What's On the Menu Wednesday
* It's A Keeper: It's A Keeper Thursday
* Prairie Story: Recipe Swap Thursday
* Miz Helen's Country Cottage: Full Plate Thursday
* Mommy's Kitchen: Potluck Sunday
* Six Sister's Stuff: Strut Your Stuff Saturday
Project Idea: Lucky Scrabble Sign
I love this scrabble letter sign by Our Seven Dwarfs. You have to check out her blog for the tutorial...she makes it look so easy!
Must Try Tuesday: March 8, 2011
These look so good, it would be hard to eat just one...
Glorious Treats
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Inside the BruCrew Life
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I love Olive Garden and this recipe looks so good...
especially because I don't have to sell my
first born daugther off to actually eat there now....
I can make it at home...yeah!
And my daughter is happy too!
And my daughter is happy too!
Mel's Kitchen Cafe
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We love popcorn especially for family movie night.
This looked so good that we actually already tried it!
LOVED it!
Vittles and Bits
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O! M! G!
Linked To:~~~~
O! M! G!
Mel's Kitchen Cafe
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You know how we love sausage and my kids love broccoli,
so this looks like a perfect meal...
Kayotic Kitchen
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Yummy...pulled pork with an interesting twist...
Fake Ginger
* Finding Joy in My Kitchen: Friday Favorites
Menu Plan: Week of March 6, 2011
I can't believe how fast the week went by. This is the last week of school before my girls are out for spring break. This will be a hectic week so I am keeping the meals simple. I do have two meals left over from last week that I did not make so I added them to this week's menu plan.
Have a great week!
Meal 1
Salad
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Meal 2
Green Beans
Rice
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Meal 3
Green Beans
Glazed Carrots
Biscuits
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Meal 4
Salad
Bread
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Meal 5
Pancakes
Sausage
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Meal 6
Crock Pot Burritos
Rice
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Meal 7