Archive for January, 2009
Wednesday, January 21st, 2009
Celebrate Spring!
The first day of spring is fast approaching! It has been a long winter here in Connecticut, but I am happy to say that the sun has been shining often and the snow has finally started to melt. Now is the time to give up looking […]
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Wednesday, January 21st, 2009
Chicken Stir Fry with Snow Peas and Plums
1lb. skinless chicken breast fillets, cut into thin strips
2 teaspoons finely chopped ginger
1 clove garlic, crushed
2 onions, thinly sliced
2 cups snow peas
2 plums, chopped into small pieces
1/4 cup plum sauce
2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
1/3 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon olive oil
Directions:
1. Coat a non-stick wok or skillet with cooking spray and add olive oil. Over medium […]
3 Comments » - Posted in Spring Recipes by jamie
Wednesday, January 21st, 2009
Crispy Asparagus, Parmesan and Mozzarella Salad
Ingredients:
½ lb. fresh asparagus spears
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
4 roma tomatoes, quartered
4oz. fresh small mozzarella cheese balls
1 cup fresh basil leaves
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
pepper, to taste
Directions:
1. Coat asparagus in flour, dip in egg and coat in combined breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese, press lightly.
2. Place […]
10 Comments » - Posted in Spring Recipes by jamie
Wednesday, January 21st, 2009
Nutty Rice with Mushrooms and Celery
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Serves: 4
Ingredients:
1 cup brown basmati rice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon sesame oil
2 cups chicken broth
4 slices center cut bacon, cooked and crumbled
8 oz. white, shitake or portabella mushrooms, thinly sliced
1 cup celery, finely diced
1/2 cup almonds, toasted and roughly chopped
Directions:
1. In a large saucepan, heat the oils over medium […]