Thursday, November 21, 2013

Chicken, Sausage and Peppers

Chicken, Sausage and Peppers

Recipe courtesy Food Network Magazine
Recipe categories: Sausage, Chicken more
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Total Time:
35 min
Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Yield:
4 servings
Level:
Easy
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Ingredients
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3/4 pound sweet or hot Italian sausage, cut into chunks
3/4 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into chunks
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 small onion, chopped
2 Italian green frying peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
1/2 cup dry white wine
3/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup roughly chopped fresh parsley
2 jarred pickled cherry peppers, chopped, plus 2 tablespoons liquid from the jar
Directions
Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the sausage until golden, about 2 minutes. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then toss with the flour in a bowl; add to the skillet and cook until browned but not cooked through, about 3 minutes.

Add the onion, peppers, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste and cook 3 minutes. Add the wine, scraping up any browned bits; bring to a boil and cook until slightly reduced, about 1 minute. Add the broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook until the sausage and chicken are cooked through, about 5 minutes.

Transfer the chicken, sausage and vegetables to a platter with a slotted spoon. Increase the heat to high and stir the parsley and cherry peppers and their liquid into the skillet; boil until reduced by one-third, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon butter. Pour the sauce over the chicken mixture.

Per serving: Calories 335; Fat 14 g (Saturated 7 g); Cholesterol 95 mg; Sodium 891 mg; Carbohydrate 10 g; Fiber 2 g; Protein 36 g

Photograph by Antonis Achilleos

Read more at: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/food-network-kitchens/chicken-sausage-and-peppers-recipe/index.html?oc=linkback

Chocolate-Almond Butter Fudge Sauce

Chocolate-Almond Butter Fudge Sauce

Recipe courtesy Aida Mollenkamp
Show: Ask AidaEpisode: Chocolate
Recipe categories: Chocolate more
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Total Time:
7 min
Prep
2 min
Cook
5 min
Yield:
1 1/2 cups
Level:
Easy
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Ingredients
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 cup honey
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
11 ounces semisweet chocolate, finely chopped
1/4 cup almond butter
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Directions
Place cream, water, cocoa powder, corn syrup, and salt in a small saucepan and mix to combine. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, whisking frequently, mixture is slightly thickened, about 3 minutes.

Remove from heat and add chocolate, almond butter, and vanilla. Stir until chocolate is melted and sauce is smooth. Serve warm.

Read more at: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/aida-mollenkamp/chocolate-almond-butter-fudge-sauce-recipe/index.html?oc=linkback

Chocolate Cups with Whipped Cream

Chocolate Cups with Whipped Cream

Recipe courtesy Rachael Ray
Show: Food Network SpecialsEpisode: All Star Chocolate
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Total Time:
10 min
Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Yield:
4 servings in demitasse cups
Level:
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Ingredients
2/3 cup whole milk
1 egg
2 tablespoons sugar
Pinch salt
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 tablespoons hazelnut liqueur or dark rum
Ingredients
1 cup whipping cream
2 tablespoons sugar
Mint sprigs, for garnish, optional
special equipment: 4 demitasse cups
Heat milk in a small pan over moderate heat until it comes to a boil.

In blender or food processor combine egg, sugar, a pinch of salt, semisweet chips, and liqueur. Run processor or turn on blender to low setting. Pour in boiling milk in a slow stream. The hot milk will cook egg and melt chocolate. Process or blend 1 minute, until smooth.

Spoon chocolate into 4 demitasse cups and chill. After dinner, beat cream until soft peaks form. Add a little sugar and beat to combine. Top the chocolate cups with a dollop of cream and garnish each cup with mint sprigs.

Place cups on saucers and serve with demitasse spoons. If you use teacups, this recipe will yield 2 cups, rather than 4.

Read more at: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/rachael-ray/chocolate-cups-with-whipped-cream-recipe/index.html?oc=linkback

Cheesy Tater-Topped Chicken Casserole

Cheesy Tater-Topped Chicken Casserole

Go easy on yourself with this quick one-dish meal, topped in potato nuggets. With chicken, cheese and veggies, too, it’s both delicious and well-rounded.
Cheesy Tater-Topped Chicken Casserole
  • Prep Time 10 min
  • Total Time 1 hr 5 min
  • Servings 6

Ingredients

1
bag (24 oz) Green Giant® frozen broccoli, carrots, cauliflower and cheese-flavored sauce
2 cups diced cooked chicken
4
medium green onions, chopped (1/4 cup)
4
cups frozen potato nuggets (from 2-lb bag)
1/2
cup finely shredded Cheddar cheese (2 oz)
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Directions

  • 1Heat oven to 375°F. In ungreased 11x7-inch (2-quart) glass baking dish, place broccoli, carrots, cauliflower and cheese sauce. Microwave uncovered on High 3 to 5 minutes, stirring once, until thawed. Stir well until cheese sauce is melted.
  • 2Stir chicken and 3 tablespoons of the onions into vegetable-cheese mixture. Top with frozen potato nuggets.
  • 3Bake uncovered 40 to 45 minutes or until bubbly around edges and potato nuggets are golden brown. Sprinkle with cheese and remaining 1 tablespoon onion. Bake 5 to 10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

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    Nutrition Information

    1 Serving
     
    Calories
    360
     ( 
    Calories from Fat
    150),
     
    Total Fat
    16g
     
    (Saturated Fat
    8g,
     
    Trans Fat
    3 1/2g
     ), 
    Cholesterol
    50mg
     
    Sodium
    1040mg
     
    Total Carbohydrate
    33g
     
    (Dietary Fiber
    6g
     
      Sugars
    4g
     ), 
    Protein
    23g
     ; 
    % Daily Value*:
    Vitamin A
    60%;
     
    Vitamin C
    35%;
     
    Calcium
    15%;
     
    Iron
    15%;
     
    Exchanges:
    2 Starch; 0 Fruit; 0 Other Carbohydrate; 0 Skim Milk; 0 Low-Fat Milk; 0 Milk; 1 Vegetable; 0 Very Lean Meat; 2 Lean Meat; 0 High-Fat Meat; 1 1/2 Fat;
    Carbohydrate Choices:
    *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

    MAKE YOUR OWN REUSABLE PEPPERMINT KITCHEN WIPES


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    MAKE YOUR OWN REUSABLE PEPPERMINT KITCHEN WIPES


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    In case you haven’t noticed, I really LOVE making my own homemade cleaning products. ;-) It’s just so comforting to know EXACTLY what is in the products I’m spreading around my home, and I get a thrill knowing how much time and money I’m saving as well!
    The Environmental Protection Agency cites artificial fragrances in cleaning products as an indoor irritant and pollutant.A single fragrance can include as many as 600 petrochemicals—all within the word “fragrance” on the label.
    The more I learn about, and experiment with, natural cleaning products (such as baking soda, castile soap, vinegar, etc.) the more I am convinced there really is no need to buy any of the expensive brand names that line the shelves of the cleaning aisle at your grocery store. The good old fashioned stuff our grandmothers and great grandmothers used is EFFECTIVE! Period.
    Pairing these natural cleaners with essential oils only enhances their cleaning value and leaves behind a pleasant, natural scent. It’s not just an advertising gimmick that many commercial products contain citrus oils such as lemon or lime—they are natural degreasers and have antimicrobial properties.
    These simple-to-make kitchen wipes are the perfect example of a great all-natural alternative cleaning product!  #1) They are REUSABLE, #2) they’re RECYCLED, and #3) they’re completely CHEMICAL-FREE.
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    Take an old t-shirt (or PJ’s, or whatever) that is bound for the donation bin, and cut it up into “rag-size” cloths.

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    Pour 1 cup warm water, 1/8 cup (or 1 ounce) liquid castile soap, and 5 – 10 drops of your favorite essential oil into a jar with a tight-fitting lid.

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    With its refreshing minty scent and powerful antibacterial properties, peppermint essential oil is a perfect complement to many homemade cleaning products.
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    Place the rags into the jar with the liquid. (I think I ended up with about 8 or 10 rags.)
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    Put the top on the jar (or whatever lidded container you prefer) and turn upside down a few times until all the rags are soaked.
    After being used, the cloths can be washed and returned to the jar for REuse over and over again.
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    Now whenever you have a messy spill or just want to freshen up the countertops after you’ve finished kitchen clean-up for the day…pull one out and enjoy knowing you’re saving time and money because you now have one less cleaning product on your shopping list.

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    You can always get 10% off your essential oils at Spark Naturals by using the coupon code JILLEE.