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October 30, 2023
Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers
Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers are now part of my menu rotation! They are packed full of juicy, tender chicken, basted in an amazing parmesan-garlic sauce (IYKYK), and slide right off the skewer. Nothing is better than that. These make a great appetizer or can be made into an easy weeknight meal when paired with some rice, cooked veggies, or perhaps a side salad. The recipe can be found here. Start by soaking the wooden skewer for at least 30 minutes. This helps to prevent the meat from sticking to the skewer while cooking and it prevents the wood from burning. I like to use 6-inch or 8-inch skewers (that’s what fits inside my air fryer). Cut the chicken into 2-inch pieces and place in a Ziploc bag. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat. I like to use boneless skinless chicken breasts, but you can substitute with chicken thighs if you prefer. In a … Continue reading
January 13, 2023
Bacon Wrapped Appetizers
Bacon wrapped anything is good, but a variety of bacon wrapped appetizers to serve at a holiday gathering or tailgating party is even better! You and your guests will devour each recipe I’m going to share with you today. I don’t remember when the “bacon craze” started but it seems to be sticking around, and I’m here for it! These recipes are all fairy easy to make, can be made ahead of time, are bite-sized / finger foods, and make a decent amount so you shouldn’t have to double or triple the recipes (but you can if you want). Here are the recipes and we’ll walk through how to make each one: Glazed Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnuts Bacon Wrapped Tater Tot Cups Brown Sugar Bacon Crackers Parmesan Bacon Crackers Brown Sugar Bacon Wrapped Lit’l Smokies One thing I want to point out is you want to use normal, everyday bacon that is thin or … Continue reading
October 18, 2022
Chicken with Parmesan Garlic Rice
Chicken with Parmesan Garlic Rice is a phenomenal weeknight meal! It combines pan seared chicken with a cheesy, garlic filled bed of rice. The chicken is perfectly seasoned and tender, the rice is soft and pillowy with lots of fragrant garlic and parmesan cheese mixed in, and it’s topped with fresh, crisp parsley. It’s delicious and I hope you give it a try! The recipe can be found here. Start by seasoning the chicken tenders with salt, pepper, and garlic powder on both sides. I used chicken tenders but feel free to use boneless skinless chicken breasts or chicken thighs, if you prefer. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes (per side) or until cooked through and an internal temperature of 165 degrees F is reached. Remove the chicken to a place and cover with aluminum foil to keep warm. Set aside. Using the same skillet, melt … Continue reading
March 3, 2022
Garlic & Parmesan Crusted Scallops
Garlic & Parmesan Crusted Scallops are a wonderful way to prepare scallops. They are flavorful, perfectly seared, and pair well with many entrees. These are great on a bed of rice or served over pasta. Our preference is to enjoy them as is so we can savor each bite. We then add a side of broccoli or asparagus for a little crunch. If you are a garlic lover, you’ll love that aspect of this dish. The garlic provides this great aroma and infuses each scallop while it cooks. You might not have the best breath after eating but your tummy will sure be happy 😊 The recipe can be found here. Start by heating olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the garlic and cook for 2-3 minutes. Add the red wine (optional), soy sauce, brown sugar, and parsley. Stir to combine and heat for about 1 minute. Rinse the scallops. Coat the top and … Continue reading
August 24, 2021
Cauliflower Parmesan
Cauliflower Parmesan is a real delight! Not only is it delicious and hearty, it’s also a vegetarian meal that will satisfy any carnivore (I think…don’t quote me on this :)). So, if you are craving Italian food, I recommend you give this a try! The recipe can be found here. Start by preheating the oven to 425 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Slice the cauliflower into 4 planks (or 4 cauliflower steaks if you are familiar with that term). Place the planks in a single layer on the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the cauliflower is tender and golden brown. Remove from the oven and top with marinara sauce. Add 1-2 cups, depending on how much marinara sauce you want. This direction is 100% to your taste. I like a little extra … Continue reading
February 20, 2021
Instant Pot Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo
Looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal that tastes JUST like it came from a restaurant? I have you covered! I want to share my recipe for Instant Pot Chicken Fettuccini Alfredo that comes together in 30 minutes or less and is something the whole family will enjoy. The recipe can be found here. In the bowl of an Instant Pot, add chicken broth, heavy cream, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper. Break the noodles in half and place in the Instant Pot. Use a spoon to gently push down the noodles to cover with the liquid. You don’t want to press too hard or you’ll break the noodles and you also don’t need to stir the ingredients at this point. You want to use pre-cooked chicken for this recipe. If you don’t have any pre-cooked chicken breasts, make sure to either bake them or fry them before starting … Continue reading
September 5, 2018
Eggplant Parmesan
Eggplant Parmesan is a classic Italian dish with layers of breaded eggplant, tomato sauce, and mozzarella cheese, and is the perfect dish for Meatless Monday’s. It’s delicious, healthy, and packed full of flavor. Think hearty meal without the meat or a vegetarian version of Chicken Parmesan. The recipe can be found here. Start by preheating the oven and preparing a baking sheet with a wire rack. The wire rack will help with air flow and circulation for even baking. Slice the eggplant(s) into ¼ inch slices. In a small bowl, whisk together eggs, melted butter, salt and pepper. In another bowl, mix together breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and Parmesan cheese. Bread the eggplant by dipping in the egg/butter mixture and then coating in the breadcrumb/Parmesan mixture. Place on the wire rack. Repeat this step until you have enough eggplant to make 2 layers in a baking dish. The size of the eggplant will vary. If you … Continue reading
July 4, 2018
Zucchini Parmesan Pasta
I have a new favorite recipe to share with you. It’s great for summertime because it has fresh veggies and a lighter taste…think pasta primavera. It’s called Zucchini Parmesan Pasta. Start by boiling water to cook the pasta noodles. I went with Rigatoni, but any type of noodle will work. Cook the pasta according to box instructions or al dente. Reserve about ¾ cup of the pasta water before draining. While the pasta is cooking, chop the veggies. I found using small pieces helped the veggies cook faster and made it easier to turn into a sauce further into the recipe. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Make sure you are using a skillet large enough to hold the noodles when it comes time to mix! Add the zucchini, squash, garlic, red pepper flakes, and thyme. Season with salt and pepper. Cook the ingredients until the veggies are … Continue reading
December 15, 2017
Christmas Dinner
Christmas is my favorite holiday to host. I think it’s due to my love of Christmas lights and decorations, so our house is always over the top! Plus, there are so many festive serveware options available that you can change up your table display as often as you like. (New Christmas plates…hint hint, Andrew 😊) Sometimes I like to go all out with appetizers and the main course but there isn’t anything wrong with keeping it simple if you prefer. I truly enjoy cooking for others and putting on a big spread but also want to enjoy the holiday with family and friends. So, I decided to keep my menu simple this year. I’ll be serving a few appetizers with some of the drinks from my Christmas Cocktails blog post. The first appetizer I’m going to make is Ricotta and Prosciutto Crackers. This is a light appetizer because it’s not … Continue reading
September 8, 2017
Labor Day Weekend
It’s a busy time of year with summer coming to an end, school starting, preparing for fall and all the delicious food that comes with it (more on that later) but we were able to squeeze in one more weekend at the cabin! We opted for a fairly simple menu because the weather was perfect and we wanted to make the most of the holiday weekend by spending as much time outside as possible. Let’s be honest, no one is up early at the lake, but when we do get up we are ready for some Bloody Mary’s and breakfast. Our favorite is Tito’s Vodka with equal parts Tomato Juice and Clamato plus all the fixings! We used Ellsworth, WI Cheese Curds, pickles, and summer sausage for our skewers. Refreshing and a great way to start the day! While enjoying our Bloody’s we whipped up a delicious breakfast of Belgian … Continue reading
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