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weekly specialsJanuary 3, 2020
Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls (Vegan Dish)
Cabbage rolls are a delicious dish consisting of cooked cabbage leaves that are wrapped around a variety of filling. They do require quite a bit of work to make so I thought why not make the same delicious dish in casserole form. No rolling, no stuffing, just mix and bake… This leaves you with Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls. I also wanted to make the dish vegetarian or vegan. In the case of this recipe, it is vegan, not just vegetarian. However, you can add ground meat to the recipe if you aren’t looking for vegan or vegetarian. The recipe can be found here. The first step is to cook the rice according to package instructions. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees and spray a 9×13 pan with olive oil spray. Cut the cabbage into quarters. Remove the core and slice into strips. Also chop the onion and bell pepper. Drain and … Continue reading
January 1, 2020
Pineapple Shrimp Skewers
We love to grill, and we love seafood, so we combined the two to create Pineapple Shrimp Skewers. These are prefect for a lighter dinner and come together so quickly! Plus, you can customize the skewers to different tastes by adding different fruits or veggies to accompany the shrimp. They are sweet yet citrusy, and very delicious! The recipe can be found here. Start by combining the coconut milk, hot sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, and orange juice in a bowl. Pour into a Ziplock bag, then add the shrimp to the bag and toss to coat. Seal the bag and place in the fridge to marinate for 1-2 hours. Make sure the shrimp is thawed and shelled before placing in the bag! While the shrimp marinates, soak wooden skewers in water. I like to fill a drinking glass with water and place the skewers inside. Once the shrimp is … Continue reading
December 30, 2019
Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce
Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce are perfectly grilled chicken strips that have been marinated in a flavorful sauce. They are perfectly sweet and tangy and make an easy dinner. Don’t forget to drizzle the leftover peanut sauce on top of the skewers before serving! The recipe can be found here. Start by slicing the chicken breasts into strips and set aside. Then prepare the marinade by combining the yogurt, ginger, garlic, and curry powder in a mixing bowl. Add the chicken to the marinade and toss to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and place in the fridge for up to 2 hours. While the chicken in marinating, soak the skewers in water. I like to add water to a drinking glass and place the skewers inside. You can also make the peanut sauce while waiting. Add the peanut butter, soy sauce, red chili paste, brown sugar, and lime juice to … Continue reading
December 28, 2019
Vegan Meals
We recently committed to a vegan diet for about 2 weeks and have to admit, it was delicious! We had done this once before, but enough time had passed that we wanted to try some different foods and see how we could handle meals without any meat, once again. We both lost weight, our bodies felt great, and we enjoyed creating recipes. It might be surprising, but some types of food you already eat are vegan, like pasta, if you skip the cheese and use a red sauce. If you’re up for the challenge, I recommend starting with a week of vegan eating. If it works out well, try for another week. Baby step your way into it! We don’t plan on going vegan by any means. We love food too much and would miss some of our favorite meals! BUT… we do plan on incorporating more vegan meals into … Continue reading
December 20, 2019
French Toast Bake
French Toast Bake combines all your favorite French Toast flavors in one baking dish that is easy to make and delicious to eat! It’s a favorite make-ahead breakfast dish in my household. You prep the French Toast Bake the night before, refrigerate overnight, and bake and enjoy in the morning. Super easy with no fuss! The recipe can be found here. Start by cutting the bread into 1-inch pieces. I like to use either sourdough or French bread. You can buy pre-sliced bread or whole bread. Then place the bread pieces in a greased 9×13 pan. You want the bread to be layered pretty evenly. In a mixing bowl, combine the eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla. Pour the mixture evenly over the bread, making sure to coat every piece. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and place in the fridge overnight. In a separate mixing bowl, combine the … Continue reading
December 18, 2019
Homemade Crepes
Homemade crepes are perfect for any occasion! They are thin, tender, and easier to make than you think 🙂 You only need 6 ingredients to make these French-style homemade crepes. No blender or special pan required (although it does help). The recipe can be found here. Start by combining the eggs, milk, flour, butter, vanilla, and salt in a mixing bowl. Whisk together until smooth – you don’t want any chunks in the liquid! Then let the batter rest for about 10 minutes. I have a crepe pan that I like to use but you don’t need a special pan to make crepes, you just need a flat-bottomed non-stick skillet. You want to heat the pan over medium heat. Add ½ Tbsp butter to the pan and let it melt. Then add ¼ cup of the batter to the pan. Use a wooden crepe râteau to spread the batter into … Continue reading
December 16, 2019
More Cheese, Please!
It’s that time of year again with with holiday parties and gatherings, and since our cheese sale is on now we thought we would try our hand at making our own Charcuterie Board! Here is our before picture. Cheddar, gouda, havarti, blue, brie, gruyere, salami, prosciutto, parmesan, crackers, mini toast, sliced baguette, lingonberry jam, and hot pepper raspberry jam. Prosciutto Rolling. Then we sliced each of the cheeses into smaller bitesized portions. Our final result. Our Cheese and Meat Platter, served with fresh blackberries, raspberries, and salted cashews! Of course, we couldn’t forget to include our crackers and breads. Don’t forget your olives! Festival has an excellent selection of new olives trays to choose from! Say Cheese and Cheers! Click here to view our cheese ad and click here to check out our cheesy recipes!
Mexican Chicken and Rice is incredible! It has the best mesquite BBQ flavor, which is slightly sweet and smoky, and it pairs perfectly with Instant Pot Mexican Rice. Both the chicken and rice are pretty simple to assemble so this is a great go-to meal for any day of the week! The Mexican Chicken recipe can be found here. The Instant Pot Mexican Rice recipe can be found here. Start by placing the (thawed) boneless skinless chicken breasts in a large Ziploc bag. Then pour the entire bottle of Lowry’s marinade into the bag and toss to coat. Make sure the bag is completely seals and place in the fridge to marinate for at least 30 minutes, but ideally up to 2 hours. Once the chicken has finished marinating, heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-low heat. Add the chicken and cook on each side for 7-8 minutes, or … Continue reading
December 14, 2019
Chicken Egg Roll in a Bowl
Chicken Egg Roll in a Bowl combines the delicious flavors of your favorite Chinese restaurant appetizer in a one pan! It’s a delicious spin on a classic egg roll. This dish is quick to make, healthy to eat, and will change the way you eat egg rolls 🙂 The recipe can be found here. Start by heating a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground chicken and heat until completely cooked. You can also substitute ground turkey or ground pork, if preferred. Next, add the garlic powder, fresh ginger, green onion, and soy sauce to the skillet. Stir to combine and heat slightly. Next, add the coleslaw to the pan and stir to combine. Make sure to heat the coleslaw through. That’s it! Serve warm with additional soy sauce to taste. The recipe can be found here. It’s completely optional, but I like to cut wonton wrappers into thin … Continue reading
December 12, 2019
Lentil Sloppy Joe’s
Lentil Sloppy Joe’s are a plant-based twist on a classic sandwich. They are packed with flavor and protein and loved by vegans and meat eaters alike! If you are a meat eater, don’t be hesitant to try this recipe! The word “vegan” can be daunting but these are delicious, and you won’t know you aren’t eating meat. The lentils are hearty, and the sauce has a very similar taste to traditional Sloppy Joe’s. Lentil Sloppy Joe’s are an easy, filling, and inexpensive meal. Plus, they taste pretty good as leftover the next day…. if you have any leftover 🙂 The recipe can be found here. In a small saucepan, add 2 cups of water along with the rinsed lentils. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes or until the lentils are tender. Drain and set aside. While the lentils are … Continue reading
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