Tuesday 19 April 2016

Oven Roasted Asparagus

Vegetable Recipes

It has been awhile since I added a good side to the blog and what better then to have a delicious side of roasted asparagus. The vegetable is high in iron and vitamin K, goes well with any main entree and adds some green to your plate. I have been a fan of asparagus since I was a boy and a hungry boy needs to have his food ready quick, this is a simple recipe that does not take much time to make and since aparagus is sold in bunches you will have a large amount of the spears on hand. The main thing with asparagus is to try to buy spears that are not very thick as these are older and have been grown longer, you want medium size spears, they taste better and are quicker to make. I like to cut the bottom of the spear by about 2 inches to shorten them as the taste that I enjoy is towards the top. Use a baking sheet and to avoid making too much of a mess you can wrap some aluminium foil around it before you drench them with olive oil. Broiling can be different for different ovens so make sure you start to watch your asparagus after 8 minutes to not burn.  

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Oven Roasted Asparagus Recipe
Prep Time: 5 minutes  Cook Time: 12 minutes  Servings: 4

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Sunday 20 March 2016

Spaghetti with Baby Clams

Pasta Recipes

Those that have been to my food blog have come to the conclusion that I am a seafood lover, it has been installed in me since a young age and any and all different kinds of it will do it for me. I have come to my latest creation by mixing two of my favourite foods, pasta and seafood together. I always like to keep a package of frozen sweet peas on hand to add to any seafood dish as it goes well with all seafood, or you can use some other frozen vegetables depending on what your taste buds prefer. A large skillet or wok will be needed to cook the clams and peas. The pasta is made just like you would make any pasta, no special instructions needed but make sure you use spaghetti or linguine there is no need to substitute with another pasta. Fresh clams work just as well as frozen but if you want to eliminate some work just stick with the frozen the taste does not change much.

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Spaghetti and Baby Clams Recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes  Cook Time: 20 minutes  Servings: 4

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Friday 5 February 2016

Red Zone Chicken Fingers

Chicken Finger Recipes

The Super Bowl is upon us once again and I always enjoy creating something new for Super Bowl weekend. This year was no exception as I decided to take on a classic pub fare and turn it into something a tad healthier while maintaining the classic taste we all have come to love with chicken fingers and their dipping sauces. This is a meal that the kids can also enjoy and you don't have to feel guilt when you give them seconds. A baking sheet is ideal to cook the fingers as well as using the proper seasoning, now the proper seasoning depends on your own taste buds, so mix and match for what your palate will enjoy. Seasoned bread crumbs work best for this recipe and the side depends on what you feel like enjoying  from sweet potato fries to carrot sticks. I decided to go with a sweet chili thai dipping sauce, something about that flavour just tickles my taste buds but good old plain ketchup works just as well. The Super Bowl is undecided but your choices of food does not have to be, enjoy the game and good food.

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Red Zone Chicken Fingers Recipe
Prep Time: 15 minutes  Cook Time: 30 minutes  Servings: 2

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Monday 18 January 2016

East Coast Pan Seared Scallops

Scallop Recipes
The holidays have come and gone and for those that throw caution to the wind when it comes to food during the holidays, then I'm sure January is not only a month of hitting the gym but also a month of having lighter meals on the agenda and what meal can be lighter then fish and seafood and still give you that nutritional punch. Those that have been following my blog know that I have a soft spot for fish and love to enter my kitchen and mix and match ingredients just as my family loved to do in their preparation of food for the family. These scallops really hit the spot with their garlic butter glaze and laid out on a bed of spinach which will absorb the glaze flavour and becomes a great side to the dish. Large scallops are the best to use for this recipe accompanied by a large 12" skillet if possible, make sure that you spread the scallops out when cooking so they are not touching and depending on how many you are cooking you may need to cook them in batches. The garlic butter glaze should be prepared in its own large skillet or a small pot if you do not have many skillets on hand and don't forget the tongs to move around the scallops.

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East Coast Pan Seared Scallops Recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes  Cook Time: 15 minutes  Servings: 2

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Monday 14 December 2015

Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup

Chicken Soup Recipes
The cold winter months are upon us and its that season when we tend to fall under the weather with colds and flu. Those of us that just prefer to let nature take its course, then there is no better comfort food for those sick days then good old homemade chicken noodle. The warmth and taste has you feeling just that much better after you have consumed it. Chicken noodle soup is one of my favourite winter time soups and for me I do enjoy a variety of soups during the cold winter months but this one is for those days when you just don't feel right. You can make chicken the way you like but for those that are unsure the shredded chicken recipe under more chicken recipes will show you how to boil some chicken breast to add. I used yolkless noodles over egg noodles as they contain no cholesterol and make sure they are firm and extra broad, some prefer to add some oregano to the soup but I lean towards lemon juice as it gives the soup a refreshing taste and do not substitute dry parsley flakes over fresh. This winter enjoy your chicken noodle homemade instead of out of a can.

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Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup Recipes
Servings: 6  Prep Time: 15 minutes  Cook Time: 35 minutes  

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Sunday 29 November 2015

Broccoli Stir Fry

Stir Fry Recipes

The Thanksgiving weekend is coming to an end for our southern neighbours and with the tradition of an abundance of delicious food, it is okay to consume whatever you see in sight every now. I know I enjoy doing this but as a new week starts and with the holiday season food fest just around the corner its a great time to eat something nutritious and healthy. I enjoy my stir fry but the calorie count can rise quite quickly depending on the ingredients and sauces we add to the meal but I have come up with a tasty, filling and more importantly with a low calorie count. I always make sure to load up on vegetables for just about any meal but a vegetarian stir fry is all about the vegetables. You will need to make sure you have a large size wok and the key ingredient is of course broccoli, use a food chopper to pulse the broccoli florets, you can use frozen broccoli if you like just make sure to let it thaw and add all your favourite vegetables. When it comes to soy sauce if you use a low sodium kind then you may want to add some salt to the stir fry. The best about this stir fry is that you can also use it for a side if you want to have something more then just vegetables.

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Broccoli Stir Fry Recipe 
Prep Time: 15 minutes  Cook Time: 12 minutes  Servings: 4

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Wednesday 11 November 2015

Lunch Time Tacos II

Taco Recipes


The taco craze continues in my kitchen as after a few different attempts I feel that I have found a quick and delicious taco recipe that everyone will enjoy making. Tacos can be a messy treat but that is half the fun in making them to eat. You can add any toppings that you enjoy any flavour you wish from mild to medium to hot. I  always lean to hot but not all peoples palates can be like mine, so adjust yours accordingly. You will need to use a large size skillet to cook the ground beef and I like the stand and stuff taco shells, mostly because you can load more into them, fill them with all your favourite ingredients, use any cheese you like and don't forget the hot sauce. One trick I like to use if you are using a tonne of toppings is to press it down with a butter knife before you add the cheese and hot sauce and the key to these tacos is the clubhouse skillet sauce, it cuts your cooking time and more importantly that means that you can make these any day of the week, even after a hard day at work where time is not your friend.

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Lunch Time Tacos II Recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes  Cook Time: 20 minutes  Servings: 8

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Saturday 10 October 2015

Tomato, Spinach and Goat Cheese Stacks

Appetizer Recipes

Thanksgiving is just around the corner for North America and while everyone is set to serve up some turkey, cornish hen, stuffing and cranberry sauce, we do need some appetizers to keep the masses satisfied before the big meal. With a lot of time being consumed with the main course at this time of year, it is great to have some appetizers that are quick to make and that people will enjoy. I always enjoyed the fact that my family had something tasty and nutritious to snack on as we waited for our main meal to finish.
This is a simple meal I learned watching some of my favourite recipe shows, I decided to add a bunch of my preferred ingredients that where not too filling but at the same time satisfying. A french baguette cut into slices is a must, tomatoes and spinach loads you up with nutrition while the goat cheese which may not be a favourite for most can be replaced with other cheeses like buffalo mozzarella or ricota. The balsamic vinegar and maple syrup glaze will have everyone reaching for seconds.

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Tomato, Spinach and Goat Cheese Stacks Recipe
Prep Time: 5 minutes  Cook Time: 3 minutes  Servings: 8

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Tuesday 22 September 2015

Chicken Shredded Sriracha

Chicken Recipes


I enjoy chicken in many different ways but for those weeknights, where time is not your friend I turn to a quick family tradition of boiled chicken breast. This meal is so quick and so easy to make that it could just become a regular part of your dining experience when you want something healthy and quick. I like to use boneless and skinless chicken breast while seasoning it with a variety of sauces and spices, and what is more popular at the moment then sriracha sauce, it seems to be in everything so why not with your chicken. When boiling the chicken make sure that it is fully submerged in the water, it will be easy to shred with a fork or even your fingers if not to hot when done cooking. I decided to top a salad with the chicken but you can  also make a sandwich or something else that you want to conjure up. For those that prefer a milder taste, you can add more bbq sauce and less sriracha to the chicken as well as your favourite spices because no one knows your palate better then you.

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Chicken Shredded Sriracha Recipe
Servings: 4  Prep Time: 5 minutes  Cook Time: 20 minutes


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