Caprese salad is one of my favorite summer salads. It are very light and refreshing, yet simple and delicious. Perfect for a summer dinner out on the back porch. Tomato Napolean takes the classic Caprese and gives it a little twist - fresh tomato dressing. I know it sounds silly to dress a tomato salad [...]
Entries Tagged as ‘Herbs’
June 12, 2008
Skillet Lasagna
Couple of months ago, I was having just a crap day and really needed some comfort and something to feed my soul. Pasta is a great comfort food and it doesn’t take much time or energy to make a huge serving. Within 30 or so minutes Dean and I were enjoying this cheesy, gooey, [...]
May 11, 2008
Chicken with mushroom cream sauce
Chicken with mushroom cream sauce
Since I’m a huge fan of mushrooms I have recently been making tons of recipes with chicken and mushrooms. When I came across this recipe I was so excited because for the most part it’s pretty healthy. It does have cream in the sauce but it’s only two tablespoons so it [...]
March 19, 2008
Pickled Mostaccioli
Pickled Mostaccioli
Originally uploaded by jenianddean.
Pasta salads are always a good go-to recipe for a barbecue, family reunion, or just a snack. Pickled mostaccioli is a freshing twist on traditional pasta salad. It has a wonderfully zesty taste and perfect for summer because it doesn’t have mayonnaise. Michelle, a friend of mine from Iowa, gave me [...]
January 31, 2008
Five-Spice Chicken Salad in Wonton Shells
Chicken wontons
Originally uploaded by jenianddean.
I can’t thank my father-in-law, Denny, enough for turning me on to this recipe. Over the last three years I have made this appetizer ten or so times. People love the light and refreshing taste of the orange and cilantro. And who can beat an appetizer with such a cute presentation.
A [...]
January 29, 2008
Pineapple Salsa
Pineapple Salsa
Originally uploaded by jenianddean.
Originally I made this salsa with a shrimp sate recipe. I have also paired it with grilled salmon. And this is the second time I have made it as a stand alone “dip.” The pineapple-cilantro combination is incredibly refreshing with just enough heat from the jalapeno pepper.
Normally I use fresh [...]
January 17, 2008
Cauliflower Soup with Truffle Oil
Cauliflower Soup with Truffle Oil
Originally uploaded by jenianddean.
Since it’s getting cold again, I thought I would put a wonderful soup recipe up on the blog. It is another transfer over from Serendipitous Reflections (October 18, 2005)
When I was out in Iowa visiting my friends Tracey and Clay, Clay and I talked about a ton [...]
January 14, 2008
Mini Cheeseburger Salad with Yellow Mustard Vinaigrette
cheeseburger salad
Originally uploaded by jenianddean.
Another favorite from Serendipitous Reflections (May 5, 2005)
This salad is quickly becoming our favorite. It is so yummy and easy. I use a cast iron grill skillet to grill the mini burgers. I have always put salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce in my hamburgers, but the onions keep the burgers moist [...]
January 9, 2008
Turkey and Rice Soup with Andouille Sausage
Turkey and Rice Soup with Andouille Sausage
Originally uploaded by jenianddean.
I know I’m posting this a little late for the holidays, but here is a great recipe for leftover turkey. I think it would be great with leftover chicken also. And thanks to Clay’s great suggestion to make a second turkey just for stock, I [...]
December 20, 2007
Stuffed french bread
Stuffed french bread
If you need a quick appetizer, here’s a yummy one. After Christmas I will post another appetizer that is my sister-in-law Jackie’s favorite - Mississippi Sin!
Stuffed French Bread
Recipe courtesy Paula Deen
1 large loaf French bread
2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, room temperature
1 cup mayonnaise
1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley [...]
