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19
Aug
2024

Creole Shrimp and Rice

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Creole Shrimp and Rice is a fantastic meal! Large shrimp are cooked in a flavorful homemade Creole sauce, and served with rice (4 servings).

If you enjoy great tasting shrimp, then may I suggest you check out this recipe for Creole Shrimp and Rice? It is such a delicious shrimp dish, and it’s packed with flavor!

If you are familiar with Creole (or Cajun) cooking, you know that a lot of this cuisine has a slight kick to it, thanks in part to the variety of spices used.

This recipe I discovered online is no exception. On its face, it’s a very straightforward recipe to make (even if it has a long list of ingredients- don’t let that scare you off).

The flavor is all in the SAUCE! Layer after layer of amazing flavor is built into the Creole sauce, a little bit at a time. Shrimp are added during the last couple of minutes to cook, and BOOM! You have this wonderful main dish, which is served with hot rice on the side!

Here’s how to make this restaurant-quality recipe for Creole Shrimp and Rice.

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Prep The Shrimp

For this dish you will need 1½ pounds of large shrimp (about 16-20 shrimp per pound). Prep the shrimp by removing the peel, deveining them, and removing the tail. Set them aside while you make the Creole sauce.

Make The Creole Sauce

In a large skillet, heat butter and oil over Medium-High heat. Stir in chopped onions, celery and green bell pepper, and then reduce the heat to Medium.

By the way, did you know the addition of onion, celery and bell peppers is considered the “holy trinity” of vegetables in Creole cooking? Yep… this combination is the flavorful, essential seasoning foundation for many Cajun and Creole dishes, so that’s what it is called!

Cook the veggies for 10 minutes, or until the veggies are really soft. Stir often, and lower the heat, if necessary, so the veggies don’t burn.

Add minced garlic, Creole seasoning, thyme, cayenne pepper, and one bay leaf, and stir to combine these ingredients with the veggies.

Stir in a can of tomato sauce, water and Worcestershire sauce until combined. Bring this sauce mixture to a boil on Medium heat. Once it begins to boil, turn the heat down to Low.

Simmer the Creole sauce on Low heat (uncovered) for 8-10 minutes OR until the sauce has thickened considerably.

Time To Add The Shrimp!

When the sauce has cooked and thickened, it is time to add and cook the shrimp. Lay the shrimp in the simmering Creole sauce, placing them in the skillet in a single layer, if possible. The single layer helps the shrimp cook evenly.

Let the shrimp cook (without disturbing them) for 1-2 minutes, then flip them over in the skillet so the other side fully cooks through (1-2 minutes).

Once the shrimp have evenly cooked on both sides, take a small taste of the sauce. Add Tabasco sauce, salt and black pepper (just enough to suit your taste).

Remember to remove the bay leaf from the sauce, and now this dish is ready to be garnished and served with rice!

Serve The Creole Shrimp And Rice

Sprinkle the Creole Shrimp and Rice with some chopped parsley and a couple lemon slices and serve immediately. We enjoy the rice served next to the shrimp and sauce, but you might prefer serving the shrimp on TOP of the rice.

It doesn’t matter HOW you serve it really, but don’t skip the rice, because it’s blandness is a perfect contrast to the slightly spicy shrimp and sauce.

I hope you have a chance to make and try this delicious recipe for Creole Shrimp and Rice, and trust you’ll enjoy it, too!

Thank you for stopping by, and I invite you to come back again soon for more family-friendly recipes. Take care, may God bless you… and have a wonderful day.

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Creole Shrimp and Rice

Prep Time

20 mins

Cook Time

25 mins

Total Time

45 mins

Creole Shrimp and Rice is a fantastic meal! Large shrimp are cooked in a flavorful homemade Creole sauce, and served with rice (4 servings).

Category: Main Dish

Cuisine: Cajun, Creole

Keyword: Creole shrimp and rice

Servings: 4

Calories Per Serving: 392 kcal

Author: JB @ The Grateful Girl Cooks!

Ingredients

2 Tablespoons butter
2 Tablespoons vegetable oil or other neutral oil
1 medium yellow onion peeled/ finely chopped
2 stalks celery finely chopped
1 medium green bell pepper deseeded/ finely chopped
4 cloves garlic minced
1 Tablespoon Creole/Cajun seasoning mix (less or more, to taste)
1 teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper *(use ¼ tsp. if you don't like it too spicy!)*
1 bay leaf
15 ounces tomato sauce (canned) = 1 can
1 cup water
1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1½ pounds large shrimp (16-20 count per lb.) peeled, deveined, tail removed
Tabasco sauce to taste (start with 1-2 shakes)
salt and black pepper to taste
2 cups COOKED rice (½ cup cooked rice per serving)

Optional Garnishes For Serving: chopped parsley and lemon slices

Instructions

In a large skillet, heat butter and oil on Medium-High. Stir in onions, celery and bell pepper; reduce heat to Medium. Cook veggies for 10 minutes, or until veggies are quite soft. Stir often; lower heat if necessary, so veggies don't burn.
Add minced garlic, Creole seasoning, thyme, cayenne pepper, and bay leaf. Stir to combine them with the veggies.
Add tomato sauce, water and Worcestershire sauce. Stir; bring sauce to a boil on Medium heat. Once it is boiling, turn heat down to Low. Simmer Creole sauce on Low (uncovered) for 8-10 minutes OR until it has thickened slightly.
Lay shrimp in the sauce, placing them in the skillet in a single layer, if possible (to help the shrimp cook evenly). Cook shrimp (without disturbing them) for 1-2 minutes, then flip them over so the other side fully cooks through (1-2 minutes).
Take a small taste of the sauce. Add Tabasco sauce, salt and black pepper as needed (to suit your taste). Remove bay leaf from the sauce (discard).
Garnish shrimp and sauce with parsley and lemon slices; serve immediately, with hot cooked rice next to the shrimp or under the shrimp. ENJOY!

Recipe Notes

NOTE: Remember to cook the rice and time it so it's hot and ready to serve when the shrimp has finished cooking.

Nutrition Facts

Creole Shrimp and Rice

Amount Per Serving (1 (1/4 of total))

Calories 392 Calories from Fat 135

% Daily Value*

Fat 15g23%

Saturated Fat 5g31%

Trans Fat 0.3g

Polyunsaturated Fat 5g

Monounsaturated Fat 3g

Cholesterol 229mg76%

Sodium 1.587mg0%

Potassium 757mg22%

Carbohydrates 37g12%

Fiber 4g17%

Sugar 7g8%

Protein 28g56%

Vitamin A 1.729IU0%

Vitamin C 37mg45%

Calcium 151mg15%

Iron 2mg11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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15
Aug
2024

Bacon Jam For Burgers

categories: Sauces and Dressings

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Bacon Jam For Burgers is a slightly sweet and salty condiment, easily made in a skillet, and used on hamburgers to add lots of great flavor!

It’s Summer here in good ol’ Oregon, and that means lots of BBQ’d hamburgers! Today I want to share a simple recipe to make Bacon Jam for Burgers!

Wait… WHAT??? Bacon JAM? That was my question several years ago when I first heard of it. Since I make and preserve (can) most of our jams and jellies, I couldn’t for the life of me figure out why someone would want to spread bacon jam on an English muffin or toast! Ha Ha!

It turns out to be a completely different case. Bacon Jam is used as a condiment to really jazz up grilled hamburgers! (Oh! Face-palm). Let me tell you… it is absolutely DELICIOUS used in this way.

The recipe is straight forward and simple, and I highly recommend trying it on a favorite burger. Here’s how to make Bacon Jam For Burgers.

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Cook The Bacon

First, cut 5 slices of bacon in small pieces (I use kitchen scissors to make quick work of it). Place them in a large skillet (cast iron if you have one) and turn the heat to MEDIUM.

Cook the bacon until it is browned and crispy, then remove the bacon from the skillet with a slotted spoon. Place the bacon on several layers of paper towels to absorb excess grease. Set aside. Remove all the bacon grease from the skillet except for ½ Tablespoon.

Cook The Onions

With the heat still on MEDIUM, add chopped onions to the skillet. Cook them, stirring occasionally, until they have caramelized and browned. This will take a few minutes.

Stir in a Tablespoon of minced garlic, and cook for 1 minute, stirring often so the garlic doesn’t burn (and turn bitter in taste).

Make The Bacon Jam

Add the crispy bacon back into the skillet, then add maple syrup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and a small pinch of cayenne pepper.

Stir these ingredients until fully combined, then turn the heat down to LOW. Let the bacon jam simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes OR until it starts to thicken. Stir the jam often while it simmers, to prevent burning.

Once the bacon jam for burgers has thickened, remove the skillet from the heat, and allow the jam time to cool. You will notice it will thicken a little more while it cools.

Enjoy The Bacon Jam For Burgers

To serve the bacon jam, prepare hamburger or cheeseburger patties as you normally would, whether outside on a BBQ or inside in a skillet.

Prepare the bun (we like to grill or toast them), and add the toppings you enjoy. I “usually” put mustard AND ketchup on my burgers.

However, when I am adding bacon jam, I simply spread mayonnaise on the bottom bun, top with lettuce, a grilled burger patty, spread bacon jam on top of the meat and add the top bun.

There is usually enough bacon jam to top 3 burgers, but the recipe can EASILY be doubled or tripled to meet your needs.

Serve, and enjoy the amazing pop of flavor the bacon jam brings to grilled burgers! It really takes burgers to the next level! I love it, and really hope you will, too!

I hope you have the chance to make Bacon Jam For Burgers for those you love! Thank you for stopping by, and I invite you to come back soon for more family-friendly recipes. Take care… and have a wonderful day.

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Original recipe source: Jordan Hanger, at: theninjacue.com/easy-bacon-jam

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Bacon Jam For Burgers

Prep Time

5 mins

Cook Time

15 mins

Total Time

20 mins

Bacon Jam For Burgers is a slightly sweet and salty condiment, easily made in a skillet, and used on hamburgers to add lots of great flavor!

Category: Condiment

Cuisine: All Cuisines

Keyword: bacon jam, burgers

Servings: 3

Calories Per Serving: 229 kcal

Author: JB @ The Grateful Girl Cooks!

Ingredients

5 slices bacon cut in small pieces
¼ medium yellow onion finely chopped
1 Tablespoon minced garlic
2 Tablespoons pure maple syrup
2 Tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 Tablespoons brown sugar
1 pinch cayenne pepper

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

Cut bacon in small pieces. Place them in a large skillet (cast iron if you have it). Cook bacon on MEDIUM heat until browned/crispy. Remove bacon from skillet with a slotted spoon. Place bacon on paper towels to absorb grease. Set aside. Remove all bacon grease from the skillet except for ½ Tablespoon.
Add chopped onions to the skillet. Cook on MEDIUM, stirring occasionally, until they've caramelized/browned (a few minutes). Stir in minced garlic; cook 1 minute, stirring often so garlic doesn't burn.
Add bacon, maple syrup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and a small pinch of cayenne pepper to the onions in skillet. Stir until combined, then reduce heat to LOW. Let jam simmer on LOW heat for 10 minutes OR until it starts to thicken. Stir jam often while simmering, to prevent burning. Once thickened, remove skillet from the heat. Let jam cool (it will thicken a bit more while it cools).
To serve, prepare burgers as you normally would. Spread the thick bacon jam directly on top of the burger patty. Serve with your favorite condiments, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Bacon Jam For Burgers

Amount Per Serving (1 (1/3 of total))

Calories 229 Calories from Fat 135

% Daily Value*

Fat 15g23%

Saturated Fat 5g31%

Trans Fat 0.05g

Polyunsaturated Fat 2g

Monounsaturated Fat 6g

Cholesterol 24mg8%

Sodium 248mg11%

Potassium 145mg4%

Carbohydrates 19g6%

Fiber 0.2g1%

Sugar 16g18%

Protein 5g10%

Vitamin A 28IU1%

Vitamin C 2mg2%

Calcium 31mg3%

Iron 0.3mg2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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10
Aug
2024

Butter Chicken (Instant Pot)

categories: Chicken, Instant Pot Recipes, Main Dishes

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Enjoy the amazing flavor of Butter Chicken (Instant Pot)! Tender chicken is cooked in a delicious sauce in this popular, classic Indian dish!

The first time I ever ate Butter Chicken in an Indian restaurant I was HOOKED! I absolutely LOVE the tender chicken, swimming in an absolutely delectable butter sauce, flavored with traditional Indian spices.

I decided I couldn’t wait to make it myself (in my own kitchen), and that started my search for a great Butter Chicken (Instant Pot) recipe I could conveniently make and LOVE!

I’m finally adding this recipe to my website because it is the one I now use every time I make Butter Chicken using my Instant Pot. It has not failed me yet, so today I am sharing the recipe with YOU! Here’s how to make it.

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Prepare Sauce And Chicken For The Instant Pot

Place one 14.5 ounce can of diced tomatoes (including the juice) in the inner container of your Instant Pot. Add minced garlic, ginger, turmeric, cayenne pepper, paprika, garam masala, ground cumin and salt.

Stir these ingredients together until well-combined and the spices are incorporated into the sauce.

Pat chicken breasts dry using paper towels, then lay them right on top of the sauce mixture in the Instant Pot. Do not mix them into the sauce!

The amount of chicken you need is 1½ pounds (about 3 very large boneless, skinless chicken breasts). If you have a food scale, I recommend using it to accurately gauge the weight of the chicken.

NOTE: Boneless, skinless chicken thighs (in same quantity) may be substituted in this recipe, if you prefer.

Cooking Butter Chicken In An Instant Pot

Lock the lid on the Instant Pot. Turn the pressure release knob to the “SEALING” position. Select the “MANUAL” button, and adjust to High pressure. Set the timer for 10 minutes.

The Instant Pot usually takes between 10-15 minutes to reach full pressure, then the 10 minute timer will begin. Once the 10 minute time has been reached, let the machine release it’s pressure NATURALLY. Do nothing during this time (this may take about 15 minutes or so).

As the pressure releases naturally, the timer will begin to count up and display the time in minutes. When all the pressure has been released, the pressure button (which is raised when the Instant Pot is at full pressure) will drop.

Remove And Slice The Cooked Chicken

After the pressure has fully released naturally, unlock the lid and remove. Transfer the chicken breasts out of the inner pot using a slotted spoon or spatula) and onto a cutting board. Set the chicken aside to cool for a few minutes.

After the chicken has cooled slightly, cut each piece into large chunks, about 1½” wide. Do not shred the chicken! Set aside while you finish making the butter sauce.

Finish Making The Butter Sauce

Use an immersion blender to fully puree the sauce in the inner pot. Insert the immersion blender directly into the pot to do this, then let the sauce cool for 2-3 minutes.

NOTE: If you don’t have access to an immersion blender, carefully transfer it in batches to a blender and process until smooth. Remember… it’s HOT! Once pureed, pour it carefully back into the inner pot.

Add butter (in chunks), coconut milk, additional garam masala and fresh chopped cilantro to the sauce. Stir well, until the ingredients have been fully combined.

TIP: Stir the coconut milk very well while still in the can, to combine the liquid and solids before adding it to the sauce!

NOTE: At this point, remove about ½ of the sauce (or a little less) and save it for another batch later. That’s right… you will not use ALL of the sauce! After it has cooled, you can freeze the removed sauce in an airtight container for another time (it freezes well). You can also store it in the refrigerator for 3-4 days and use it again, if desired.

Add The Chicken Back Into The Pot

Transfer all the chunks of chicken back into the remaining butter sauce and stir until they’re well-coated. Hit the “CANCEL” button, then select the “SAUTÉ” button and set the pressure setting to “LESS” (low heat).

Continue to stir and cook the chicken (uncovered) only until it is fully heated through. Once heated through, the butter chicken is ready to be served and enjoyed.

Serve The Butter Chicken

Serve the butter chicken with hot basmati rice on the side. For each serving we put a portion of rice on one half of a serving bowl, then place the tender butter chicken (and sauce) on the other side.

Spoon more sauce over the chicken, for best flavor! Top each serving with a sprig or two of fresh cilantro, serve and enjoy!

We especially love this meal when it’s served with homemade Garlic Butter Naan Bread on the side. The Naan bread can be used to help mop up all that delicious sauce!

I can’t say enough good things about this delicious recipe for Butter Chicken made in an Instant Pot. We absolutely LOVE it, and hope you’ll enjoy this classic Indian dish as much as we do!

If you have an Instant Pot, be sure to check out my recipes for Pork Carnitas, Broccoli Cheese Soup and Ground Beef Stroganoff, too!

Thanks for stopping by my website today, and I invite you to come back again soon for more family-friendly recipes. Take care, may God bless you, and I hope you have a GREAT day!

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Recipe adapted from: “Indian Instant Pot Cookbook” (Kindle Edition), by Urvashi Pitre, published by Rockridge Press in 2017

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Butter Chicken (Instant Pot)

Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time

10 mins

Sauté Time + Natural Release Time

30 mins

Total Time

50 mins

Enjoy the amazing flavor of Butter Chicken (Instant Pot)! Tender chicken is cooked in a delicious sauce in this popular, classic Indian dish!

Category: Main Dish

Cuisine: Indian

Keyword: butter chicken, instant pot

Servings: 4

Calories Per Serving: 514 kcal

Author: JB @ The Grateful Girl Cooks!

Ingredients

14.5 ounces diced tomatoes (canned) DO NOT DRAIN
6 cloves garlic minced
1 Tablespoon fresh ginger minced
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
¾ teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons garam masala** **DIVIDED USE
1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
8 Tablespoons butter = 1 stick, cut into cubes
¾ cup full fat coconut milk (canned) or ¾ cup heavy whipping cream
¼ cup chopped, fresh cilantro

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

Place tomatoes (including juice) in the inner pot. Add garlic, ginger, turmeric, cayenne pepper, paprika, 1 teaspoon garam masala, cumin and salt. Stir/whisk until combined.
Pat chicken dry with paper towels, then lay them on top of the sauce. Do not mix them into the sauce!
Lock lid on Instant Pot. Turn pressure release knob to "SEALING" position. Select "MANUAL"; or adjust to HIGH pressure. Set timer for 10 minutes. It takes 10-15 minutes to reach full pressure, then the 10 minute cooking time will start. Once finished cooking, let pressure release NATURALLY. Do nothing during this time (about 15 minutes). When all pressure is released, pressure button will drop, indicating it's safe to remove lid.
Open lid. Transfer chicken out of the pot (use slotted spoon or spatula) and put it on a cutting board. Let cool a few minutes, then cut each piece into large chunks, about 1½" wide. Set aside.
Make Butter Sauce: Use immersion blender to puree sauce remaining in the inner pot (insert immersion blender directly in the pot to do this). Let sauce cool 2-3 minutes. NOTE: No immersion blender? Carefully transfer sauce in batches to a blender; process until smooth. Once pureed, pour sauce back into the inner pot.
Add butter (in chunks), coconut milk, remaining teaspoon of garam masala and cilantro to the sauce. TIP: Stir coconut milk while still in the can, to combine liquid and solids before adding it! Stir well, until ingredients are fully combined.
NOTE: At this point, remove about ½ of the sauce (or a little less) and save it for another batch. That's right... you won't use ALL the sauce! After it has cooled, freeze the removed sauce in an airtight container OR store it in the refrigerator for 3-4 days and use it again, if desired.
Place chicken back into the sauce remaining in the inner pot; stir until coated. Press "CANCEL", then select "SAUTÉ"; set pressure setting to "LESS" (low heat). Stir/cook butter chicken (uncovered) until heated through. Serve with rice. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Butter Chicken (Instant Pot)

Amount Per Serving (1 (1/4 of total))

Calories 514 Calories from Fat 333

% Daily Value*

Fat 37g57%

Saturated Fat 23g144%

Trans Fat 1g

Polyunsaturated Fat 2g

Monounsaturated Fat 8g

Cholesterol 169mg56%

Sodium 1115mg48%

Potassium 994mg28%

Carbohydrates 9g3%

Fiber 2g8%

Sugar 3g3%

Protein 39g78%

Vitamin A 1348IU27%

Vitamin C 14mg17%

Calcium 71mg7%

Iron 4mg22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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07
Aug
2024

Garlic Butter Naan Bread

categories: Apples, Breads

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Make Garlic Butter Naan Bread to accompany a favorite main dish! This classic Indian flatbread is delicious, especially with curry dishes.

My first time tasting Naan bread was the first time my husband and I had Indian food in a local restaurant. We ordered garlic butter Naan on the side to accompany our meal, and from the very first bite, I was hooked!

I LOVED it, and was pleasantly surprised it had taken so many years before trying Indian cuisine. Now I enjoy making and eating Butter Chicken, Garlic Butter Naan Bread, and Chicken Tikka Masala! YUM!

That first time at the Indian restaurant I decided to LEARN how to make Naan (at home), and we have enjoyed this delicious flatbread ever since! Today I want to share this recipe with you, and hope you will enjoy it, too!

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Make The Naan Dough

Whisk water, granulated sugar and active dry yeast in a large bowl until combined. Let this mixture rest for 7-8 minutes, or until the yeast begins to bubble on the surface. The bubbles indicate the yeast is healthy and alive!

In a separate bowl whisk together all purpose flour, salt and baking powder. Add this flour mixture plus warm milk, plain Greek yogurt, and oil to the large bowl with the yeast mixture.

Stir well, until these ingredients come together into a mound of dough. The dough will be quite sticky (or tacky), and quite thick. Lightly flour a work surface, then scrape the dough out of the bowl onto the floured surface.

Knead the dough (with floured hands!) for 3-5 minutes OR until it becomes smooth in texture and a cohesive ball. If necessary, add a little more flour to the work area so the dough doesn’t stick.

Let The Dough Rise

Give the large bowl (the one that held the dough) a quick wash and dry, then lightly grease or spray it on the bottom and up the sides.

Put the dough ball back into the now-greased bowl. Cover the bowl with a dish towel or plastic wrap, and set it aside in a warm place, free from drafts.

Let the dough sit a room temperature for about an hour OR until it has doubled in size. Now it’s time to shape the Naan bread.

Shape And Roll the Risen Dough

Evenly divide the risen dough into 10 equal-sized portions and using the palms of your hands, roll them into balls. Place them on a large piece of parchment paper.

Use a rolling pin to gently roll each dough ball into an oval shape. Each oval should be approx. 6 inches long, and 1/8 inch thick.

I find it convenient to roll them on pieces of parchment paper. Roll out all 10 pieces, and let them rest on the parchment paper as you cook them, one at a time.

Make The Garlic Butter

Melt butter in a small saucepan, then remove the pan from the heat. Stir in 3 cloves of minced garlic and ½ teaspoon of dried, chopped parsley. NOTE: If using fresh chopped parsley, use 1 teaspoon.

Set the garlic butter sauce aside while you begin cooking the Naan bread.

Cooking The Naan

Preheat a large cast iron skillet on Medium-High heat. *Cast iron is recommended because it gets really hot, which is beneficial for cooking Naan bread.* Use a pastry brush or a wadded up paper towel to grease the skillet with ½ teaspoon of additional oil.

When the skillet is very hot (but not smoking), carefully add one piece of the Naan dough. Cook it until you begin to see air pockets forming on the surface of the dough. This will typically happen in about 1-2 minutes.

Use a spatula and flip the Naan bread to the other side. Now the top of the bread should be nicely golden brown.

Brush the melted butter garlic sauce on top of the browned Naan bread while it cooks. The second side will also take between 1-2 minutes to cook and become golden brown in color.

Transfer the cooked Garlic Butter Naan Bread out of the skillet and quickly wrap it in a dish towel to keep it warm. Continue cooking the remaining pieces of bread, one at a time, repeating the process with each one.

Time To Enjoy Some Garlic Butter Naan Bread

Serve Garlic Butter Naan Bread with a favorite thick soup or curry dish. The fluffy flatbread is absolutely perfect for dipping up (or sopping up) the soup or sauces.

We really enjoy it served alongside big bowls of Lentil Potato Soup (shown below), or Butter Chicken (made in an Instant Pot)!

Naan bread is soft, yet “sturdy” enough to hold pieces of meat from curries, and can be used to eat them “taco-style”! The bread is delicious, especially with the garlic butter topping adding extra flavor!

I hope you have the chance to make Garlic Butter Naan Bread for yourself (and those you love), and trust you’ll enjoy it as much as we do! You can freeze leftovers if you let them cool completely, then wrap them well and store in the freezer in an airtight container.

Thank you for stopping by today, and I invite you to come back again soon for more family-friendly recipes. Take care, may God bless you… and have a wonderful day.

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Recipe adapted from: craveitall.com/soft-naan-bread/

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Garlic Butter Naan Bread

Prep Time

15 mins

Cook Time

20 mins

RISE TIME (inactive prep)

1 hr

Total Time

1 hr 35 mins

Make Garlic Butter Naan Bread to accompany a favorite main dish! This classic Indian flatbread is delicious, especially with curry dishes.

Category: Bread, Side Dish

Cuisine: Indian

Keyword: naan bread

Servings: 10

Calories Per Serving: 294 kcal

Author: JB @ The Grateful Girl Cooks!

Ingredients

For Naan Bread:

¼ cup warm water 110℉
2 teaspoons granulated sugar
1½ teaspoons active dry yeast or rapid rise (instant yeast)
¾ cup plain Greek yogurt or natural plain yogurt
¾ cup warm milk (1% or 2%)
¼ cup vegetable oil + 2 T. for cooking Naan
4 cups all purpose flour + more as needed (for dusting)
1¼ teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon baking powder

For Garlic Butter Topping:

¼ cup butter , melted
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh chopped parsley or ½ teaspoon dried

Instructions

Whisk water, sugar and yeast in large bowl until combined. Let it rest 7-8 minutes, or until it begins to bubble on top. Bubbles indicate the yeast is healthy/alive!
In separate bowl combine flour, salt and baking powder. Add flour mixture, milk, yogurt, and oil to the yeast mixture.
Stir well, until ingredients come together. Dough will be tacky/thick. Lightly flour work surface; scrape dough onto floured surface. Knead dough (with floured hands) 3-5 minutes OR until it is smooth in texture and a cohesive ball. Add more flour to work area (as needed) so dough doesn't stick.
Clean/dry large (yeast) bowl. Lightly grease/spray the bottom and sides. Put dough ball back into greased bowl. Cover with dish towel or plastic wrap; set in warm place, free from drafts. Let dough sit at room temperature for an hour OR until it has doubled in size.
Evenly divide dough into 10 equal-sized portions. Using the palms of your hands, roll them into balls. Place on parchment paper. Use a rolling pin to roll each ball into an oval shape, approx. 6 inches long, and 1/8 inch thick. Set aside.
Make Garlic Butter Sauce: Melt butter in small pan; remove from heat. Stir in garlic and parsley. Set sauce aside while you cook the Naan.
Preheat a large cast iron skillet on Medium-High. Use pastry brush to grease skillet with ½ tsp. of additional oil. When skillet is very hot (but not smoking), add 1 piece of Naan. Cook until air pockets form on the surface (usually 1-2 minutes).
Turn Naan to the other side. Brush garlic butter on top. Cook another 1-2 minutes (both sides should be browned). Transfer Naan out of the skillet; wrap in a dish towel to keep it warm. Repeat with remaining pieces, one at a time, following same process. Serve warm, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Garlic Butter Naan Bread

Amount Per Serving (1 naan)

Calories 294 Calories from Fat 99

% Daily Value*

Fat 11g17%

Saturated Fat 4g25%

Trans Fat 0.2g

Polyunsaturated Fat 4g

Monounsaturated Fat 3g

Cholesterol 14mg5%

Sodium 342mg15%

Potassium 153mg4%

Carbohydrates 41g14%

Fiber 2g8%

Sugar 2g2%

Protein 8g16%

Vitamin A 178IU4%

Vitamin C 0.3mg0%

Calcium 67mg7%

Iron 2mg11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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03
Aug
2024

Honey Mustard Salad Dressing

categories: Sauces and Dressings

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Make delicious Honey Mustard Salad Dressing (½ cup total) in under 5 minutes! Drizzle this simple dressing on a favorite mixed green salad.

I don’t know about you, but I am always looking for ways to make “store-bought” salad dressings right at home in our kitchen. There’s something very satisfying to be able to make it myself.

Since our sons are grown and live on their own, it takes quite a while for my husband and I to use up entire bottles of purchased salad dressing. Don’t get me wrong- they taste great, but I enjoy saving money by making it myself… in much smaller quantities!

Today I am sharing a tried and true recipe for Honey Mustard Salad Dressing. I’ve had this recipe for years and years written on a 3″ x 5″ index card, and the original source for the recipe is completely unknown.

This salad dressing boasts fabulous flavor and will be a definite hit, drizzled on a favorite green salad, because it’s so good! Here’s how to make it.

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What Ingredients Are Used For The Salad Dressing

The ingredients you will need to make this honey mustard salad dressing are apple cider vinegar, vegetable oil, Dijon mustard, honey, salt and pepper.

That’s it! I always have these common ingredients around, so it is no problem whenever I want to make a small jar of salad dressing!

Okay- Let’s Make The Salad Dressing!

This recipe will yield about ½ cup total of honey mustard salad dressing, but you can double or triple the amounts, if you need more.

Place 4 Tablespoons of apple cider vinegar and 4 Tablespoons of vegetable oil in a jar that has a tight fitting lid. Shake the jar very well for about one minute, until the oil and vinegar have become fully incorporated and emulsified.

I typically use a small canning jar or a small bottle (with a lid) to make homemade salad dressing. Below you can see the amount of oil and vinegar in the jar, before adding the remaining ingredients.

Add 2 Tablespoons of Dijon mustard and 2 Tablespoons of honey into the jar. TIP: Use a spoon and carefully add them to the jar, one spoonful at a time.

In the past I tried using a funnel to get the Dijon and honey into the bottle, but don’t recommend it. I thought it might be easier, but it was too messy, and not all the honey and Dijon make it into the jar with this method!

Ready To Use The Honey Mustard Salad Dressing

Add salt and pepper to the jar (1/8 teaspoon each, plus more, if desired, to suit your taste). Put the lid securely on the jar and shake very well, until all the ingredients are fully mixed.

At this point, the honey mustard salad dressing is ready to be used. I highly recommend refrigerating it for at least an hour, to let the flavors really have a chance to come together.

When you’re ready to use the salad dressing (especially after refrigerating), shake the jar really well, to ensure the oil/vinegar mixture is fully combined.

Pour it over a beautiful, chilled mixed green salad, and dig in! This salad dressing is wonderful, and I think you will really enjoy it!

I hope you have the chance to try this yummy, simple honey mustard salad dressing recipe, and trust you’ll like it as much as we do!

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Honey Mustard Salad Dressing

Prep Time

5 mins

Cook Time

0 mins

Total Time

5 mins

Make delicious Honey Mustard Salad Dressing (½ cup total) in under 5 minutes! Drizzle this simple dressing on a favorite mixed green salad.

Category: Salad Dressing

Cuisine: All Cuisines

Keyword: honey mustard salad dressing

Servings: 8 - one Tbl. per serving (½ cup total)

Calories Per Serving: 84 kcal

Author: JB @ The Grateful Girl Cooks!

Ingredients

4 Tablespoons vegetable oil
4 Tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2½ Tablespoons honey
2 Tablespoons Dijon mustard
⅛ teaspoon salt + more, if desired
⅛ teaspoon black pepper + more, if desired

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

Place apple cider vinegar and vegetable oil in a jar (with a tight fitting lid). Shake jar well for 1 minute, until oil and vinegar are incorporated and emulsified.
Add Dijon mustard and honey to the jar. TIP: Use a spoon; carefully add one spoonful at a time.
Add salt and pepper (1/8 teaspoon each, plus more if desired, to suit your taste). Put the lid securely on the jar; shake well, until all ingredients are fully mixed. At this point, the salad dressing is ready to be used. I recommend refrigerating it for at least 1 hour, to let the flavors have a chance to come together.
Shake the jar well before using (especially after refrigerating) , to ensure ingredients are fully combined. Serve, and enjoy! Refrigerate leftover salad dressing.

Nutrition Facts

Honey Mustard Salad Dressing

Amount Per Serving (1 Tablespoon)

Calories 84 Calories from Fat 63

% Daily Value*

Fat 7g11%

Saturated Fat 1g6%

Trans Fat 0.05g

Polyunsaturated Fat 4g

Monounsaturated Fat 2g

Sodium 78mg3%

Potassium 15mg0%

Carbohydrates 6g2%

Fiber 0.2g1%

Sugar 5g6%

Protein 0.2g0%

Vitamin A 3IU0%

Vitamin C 0.05mg0%

Calcium 3mg0%

Iron 0.1mg1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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31
Jul
2024

Refried Bean Tostadas

categories: Main Dishes, Meatless Meals, Mexican / Southwestern

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Refried Bean Tostadas are an easy, meatless meal! Corn tortillas are fried until crisp, then topped with beans, cheese, lettuce, salsa, etc.

Looking for a simple yet delicious meal that is perfect to serve any time of the year? We LOVE making homemade refried bean tostadas! I’ve been making this simple meatless dish for over 50 years, and think they are a wonderfully tasty meal!

It’s easy to prepare the toppings ahead of time (and refrigerate), then when you’re ready to make them, it’s as easy as frying the tortillas and heating refried beans on the stovetop! Here’s how to make refried bean tostadas.

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Prepare The Refried Beans And Tostada Toppings First

Combine a can of refried beans (regular or low-fat) with 2 Tablespoons of water in a small saucepan. I always add a little water to very slightly “thin” the refried beans to make them easier to spread on a cooked tortilla later.

NOTE: I use canned refried beans to make this a very convenient, quick recipe, but if you’re interested in making homemade refried beans, be sure to check out my recipe for Easy Crock Pot Refried Beans!

Stir and cook the refried beans (and water) on low heat until heated through. Keep the beans warm while you prepare the other ingredients.

I find it helpful to get all the tostada toppings ready BEFORE beginning this recipe. Place the toppings in small bowls or containers and place them out on the counter. *If getting toppings ready early in the day, cover and refrigerate the bowls of toppings until ready to use.

Fry The Tortillas Until Crispy

Pour oil about ½” deep in a medium sized skillet. Heat the oil on Medium temperature until very hot, but not smoking. A drop of water should sizzle when added to the hot oil, indicating the oil is ready.

Carefully place one corn tortilla into the hot oil. The oil should instantly sizzle around the edges. Let it cook for about 30 seconds, then carefully turn it to the other side using tongs (remember that the oil is very HOT).

Continue to cook the tortilla until it is very crisp on both sides. Use the tongs to press the tortilla down in the center if it puffs up, because you want the middle of the tortilla very crisp to hold the weight of the toppings. If necessary, turn the tortilla back over to ensure the first side is crisp.

When the tortilla is crisp all the way through on both sides, transfer it from the hot oil to several layers of paper towels using tongs. As you lift each tortilla out of the oil, let excess oil drip back into the skillet.

The paper towels will help absorb any excess oil. Repeat the cooking process with the remaining tortillas, until all are cooked, crispy, and well-drained.

“Build” The Tostadas

Now it’s time to “build” the refried bean tostadas. Place 2 big Tablespoons of hot refried beans onto each tortilla (there will be some beans leftover). Use the back of a spoon to GENTLY spread the beans over the surface of the tortilla without cracking it.

Add shredded lettuce on top of the beans, then add grated cheddar cheese (or Colby Jack), dividing these ingredients evenly between the tostadas.

Top each tostada with diced fresh tomatoes. Add garnishes of your choosing to top off the tostadas before serving. We love to add taco sauce (or salsa), chopped cilantro, and a small dollop of sour cream to ours… yum!

The best part of putting out the bowls of toppings is everyone can build their own tostada the way they like it!

The recipe, as written, will yield enough for 4 tostadas, but can EASILY be doubled, tripled, or quadrupled to meet your needs. Some people may eat one tostada, and others may want to enjoy two, so plan accordingly!

TIP: *Remember that you will have some leftover refried beans, so adjust the amount of other ingredients to fit your needs, especially if you want more refried bean tostadas!

Serve And Enjoy The Refried Bean Tostadas

Serve and enjoy these delicious refried bean tostadas. they should be crisp enough to hold all those toppings safe and secure in your hands. Lift that beautiful tostada up using both hands, and take a big, crispy, delicious bite!

I really hope you have the chance to make some yummy refried bean tostadas! I think they’re a perfect meal for busy days because you can easily prepare the toppings ahead of time (cover and refrigerate), then all you need to do at dinner time is fry the tortillas and heat the beans!

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Refried Bean Tostadas

Prep Time

15 mins

Cook Time

5 mins

Total Time

20 mins

Refried Bean Tostadas are an easy, meatless meal! Corn tortillas are fried until crisp, then topped with beans, cheese, lettuce, salsa, etc.

Category: Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine: Mexican

Keyword: refried bean tostadas

Servings: 4 tostadas

Calories Per Serving: 213 kcal

Author: JB @ The Grateful Girl Cooks!

Ingredients

4 medium corn tortillas
vegetable oil, for frying ½" deep in small skillet
8 ounces canned refried beans = approx. ½ of a 16 oz. can
2 Tablespoons water
1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
1 cup grated cheddar cheese or Colby Jack
1 medium red tomato diced

OPTIONAL TOPPINGS: taco sauce or salsa, sour cream, chopped cilantro, sliced olives, as desired

Instructions

Prep and place tostada toppings (lettuce, cheese, tomatoes, etc.) in small bowls; place them on the counter. *If getting toppings ready early in the day, cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
Combine refried beans and water in a small saucepan. Stir and cook on low heat until heated through. Keep beans warm while you prepare tortillas.
Pour oil ½" deep in a medium skillet. Heat on Medium until very hot, but not smoking. A drop of water should sizzle when added. Carefully place a tortilla in the hot oil. The oil should instantly sizzle around the edges. Cook for 30 seconds, then turn tortilla to the other side using tongs. Continue to cook until tortilla is very crisp on both sides. Use tongs to press the tortilla down (in the center) in the oil, so the middle of the tortilla is very crisp to hold the weight of the toppings. Turn tortilla over again (if necessary) to ensure crispness on all sides.
Transfer tortilla to several layers of paper towels, which will absorb excess oil as it drains. Repeat with remaining tortillas, until all are cooked, and well-drained.
Spoon 2 big Tablespoons of hot refried beans on each tortilla (there'll be beans leftover). Gently use the back of a spoon to spread beans over the tortilla without cracking it.
Add shredded lettuce on top of the beans, then grated cheese and diced tomatoes, dividing evenly between tostadas. Garnish with taco sauce, salsa, sour cream, cilantro and/or olives, if desired. Serve and enjoy!

Recipe Notes

NOTE: Optional toppings such as taco sauce, sour cream, cilantro, and/or olives were not considered in the caloric calculation.

Nutrition Facts

Refried Bean Tostadas

Amount Per Serving (1 tostada)

Calories 213 Calories from Fat 90

% Daily Value*

Fat 10g15%

Saturated Fat 6g38%

Polyunsaturated Fat 1g

Monounsaturated Fat 2g

Cholesterol 28mg9%

Sodium 525mg23%

Potassium 96mg3%

Carbohydrates 19g6%

Fiber 4g17%

Sugar 2g2%

Protein 11g22%

Vitamin A 422IU8%

Vitamin C 1mg1%

Calcium 243mg24%

Iron 1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Jul
2024

Fried Okra Fritters

categories: Side Dishes, Vegetable Dishes

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Make a batch of Fried Okra Fritters, using fresh or frozen sliced okra! These delicious fritters are crunchy on the outside and soft inside.

Last summer my husband and I bought fresh picked okra at our local Farmer’s Market. I made fried okra fritters with them. Today I am finally getting around to sharing this recipe with you!

Okra is a plant that originally is native to East Africa. It is a flowering plant that produces lots of green pods as it grows. These green pods are what is edible on the plant and they are used in various cuisines around the world. Here in the United States okra is typically associated with Southern cooking.

My parents were both from the South (Texas), so I grew up eating a lot of Mom’s fried okra. As an adult living in good ol’ Pacific Northwest, I don’t see FRESH okra in our grocery stores too often, so I was thrilled to find some at our farmer’s market last summer.

This savory recipe for fritters can be made using fresh OR frozen okra, so that is a win-win! If you use frozen okra, you can make these fritters any time of the year. Here’s how to make yummy fried okra fritters.

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Prepare The Fresh Okra

Rinse and dry the okra (fresh okra is shown in the photo below). Cut off the top stem and a small slice off the bottom. Slice the okra into rounds, each about ½” thick. Set the okra aside while you make the batter.

NOTE: You will need 2 cups total of sliced okra, whether using fresh or frozen (thawed). If you’re buying or using fresh okra, this will be approximately half a pound.

Make The Batter To Coat The Okra

Okay… now it’s time to make the batter. Measure buttermilk, flour, **self-rising cornmeal, chopped onion, egg, garlic powder, seasoning salt and black pepper into a large bowl.

TIP: **Don’t have self-rising cornmeal? Here’s how to make it (2 cups total): Combine 1¾ cups yellow cornmeal, 6 T. all purpose flour, 2 T. baking powder and ½ t. salt in bowl.

Stir the batter ingredients well, until they’re fully combined. The batter will be fairly thick. Add the sliced okra, and gently stir until the slices are fully coated with batter.

Heat Oil For Frying

You will need enough vegetable oil to be 2-3 inches deep in a large skillet (or electric skillet). Heat the oil on Medium-High until it reaches 350°F.

Make sure the oil is at the correct temperature before attempting to fry the okra, to ensure the fritters have a browned, crispy exterior and are cooked all the way through!

Fry The Fritters

Once the oil is at 350°F. it’s hot enough to fry the fritters! For each fritter, scoop a heaping Tablespoon of the batter and CAREFULLY add it to the hot oil.

Cook 5-6 fritters at a time, being sure to leave space between each fritter, to ensure they cook separately and evenly.

Fry the fritters (without moving them) for 2-3 minutes. They should be nicely browned and crispy on the bottom at this point.

Carefully turn the fritters over, and continue to fry the second side for another 2-3 minutes in the hot oil.

Serve The Fried Okra Fritters

When done, the fried okra fritters should be browned and crispy on all sides. If you insert a toothpick into the middle of a fritter, it should come out “clean and free of batter”.

Transfer the fritters onto paper towels using a spatula or slotted spoon, so excess oil can be absorbed. Keep them covered, so they stay warm.

Continue making more fritters until all the batter has been used. Important!: Make sure oil is re-heated to 350° F. before adding the next batch!

I get between 12-15 fried okra fritters with this recipe, but the amount may vary, depending on the “size” of the heaping scoops of batter used.

Let the fried okra fritters cool on the paper towels until they have cooled slightly, so they’re not blazing hot. Serve, and enjoy these delicious fritters as a side dish to a variety of meats and soups!

Here’s a photo (below) of a fritter, split open to reveal the sliced okra inside. We enjoy serving fried okra fritters warm, with soft butter to spread on them.

I hope you have the chance to make these tasty fried okra fritters, and trust you’ll enjoy them. Thanks for stopping by, and please come back soon for more family-friendly recipes.

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Fried Okra Fritters

Prep Time

15 mins

Cook Time

5 mins

Total Time

20 mins

Make a batch of Fried Okra Fritters, using fresh or frozen sliced okra! These delicious fritters are crunchy on the outside and soft inside.

Category: Side Dish, Vegetable Dish

Cuisine: Southern

Keyword: fried okra fritters

Servings: 12 fritters (or more)

Calories Per Serving: 138 kcal

Author: JB @ The Grateful Girl Cooks!

Ingredients

2 cups fresh or frozen okra sliced
vegetable oil enough to be 2 inches deep in skillet

For Batter:

1½ cups buttermilk
1½ cups self-rising yellow cornmeal *SEE NOTE BELOW*
¾ cup all purpose flour
½ medium yellow onion ,peeled/diced
1 large egg
1 teaspoon garlic powder
⅓ teaspoon seasoning salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

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Instructions

Rinse/dry okra (if using fresh). Cut off the top stem and a small slice off the bottom. Slice okra into rounds, about ½" thick. Set aside. NOTE: You need 2 cups of sliced okra, whether fresh or frozen (thawed).
In a large bowl, stir buttermilk, flour, *self-rising cornmeal (see note section below), onion, egg, garlic powder, seasoning salt and black pepper until combined (batter is thick). Add okra; gently stir until fully coated with batter.
Pour enough vegetable oil to be 2 inches deep in a large skillet (or electric skillet). Heat oil on Medium-High temps until it reaches 350°F. (frying temp.)
For each fritter, scoop out a heaping Tablespoon of batter; CAREFULLY add it to the hot oil. Cook 5-6 fritters at a time, leaving space between each one, so they cook separately/evenly. Note: I usually get 12-15 fritters, but amount can vary, depending on amount used per fritter.
Fry fritters 2-3 minutes (without moving them), until browned/crispy on the bottom. Carefully turn fritters over; continue frying 2-3 more minutes.
When done, fritters should be browned/crispy on all sides. A toothpick inserted deep into a fritter should come out clean/free of batter. Transfer fritters to paper towels to absorb oil. Keep them covered/warm. Continue with remaining batter. Important! Make sure oil is re-heated to 350° F. before cooking the next batch!
Serve warm (with butter), alongside a variety of meats and soups! Enjoy!

Recipe Notes

NOTE: Oil for frying was not included in the caloric calculation, as amounts used may vary widely.

TIP: MAKE SELF-RISING CORNMEAL (this makes 2 cups total): Combine 1¾ cups yellow cornmeal, 6 T. all purpose flour, 2 T. baking powder and ½ t. salt in bowl.

Nutrition Facts

Fried Okra Fritters

Amount Per Serving (1 g)

Calories 138 Calories from Fat 27

% Daily Value*

Fat 3g5%

Saturated Fat 1g6%

Trans Fat 0.002g

Polyunsaturated Fat 1g

Monounsaturated Fat 1g

Cholesterol 19mg6%

Sodium 104mg5%

Potassium 179mg5%

Carbohydrates 24g8%

Fiber 3g13%

Sugar 2g2%

Protein 5g10%

Vitamin A 192IU4%

Vitamin C 4mg5%

Calcium 54mg5%

Iron 1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Jul
2024

Garlic Herb Chicken Thighs (Air Fryer)

categories: Air Fryer Recipes, Chicken, Main Dishes

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Make Garlic Herb Chicken Thighs in an air fryer! Chicken marinates in olive oil and spices before cooking. Crispy outside, juicy inside!

If you’re looking for a delicious air fryer recipe using chicken, may I suggest this one for garlic herb chicken thighs? It is a simple recipe to prepare with very minimal prep and the chicken comes out fantastic every time I’ve made it.

You will use 4 large bone in, skin on chicken thighs. They are coated with a seasoning marinade for 30 minutes before cooking. Pop them in the air fryer and cook for 20 minutes, and the result is a delicious, flavorful main dish!

It’s such a simple recipe, and it’s so good. Here’s how to make garlic herb chicken thighs in an air fryer.

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Prepare The Chicken Thighs

Pat the chicken thighs dry using paper towels. The skin is left on for this recipe, because it adds to the crispiness of the finished garlic herb chicken thighs.

Once patted dry, place the chicken thighs in a large bowl, and set it aside while you prepare a simple seasoning mix.

Make The Seasoning Mix

The spice mix is a cinch to make! Simply mix garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, dried thyme, rosemary and tarragon in a small bowl until they’re combined.

That’s it… see how easy that was? You will use ALL of this mixture for the four chicken thighs.

Drizzle olive oil over the chicken thighs, then add the seasoning mix on top. Use your hands to rub and coat the chicken with oil and the spices.

Continue until all the chicken thighs are coated on all sides with oil and spices. Rub the mixture into the surface of the chicken so it adheres.

Let the spice/oil-coated chicken marinate for 30 minutes. This allows the spices (and oil, for crispiness) to help give flavor to the chicken skin and meat, before they are cooked.

Now It’s Time For The Air Fryer!

Preheat the air fryer to 380°F. NOTE: My air fryer preheats at a default temp. of 400°F, so I preheat it at this temperature, then adjust it down to cook the chicken thighs.

Once the air fryer has preheated, adjust the temperature to 380°F. Place the marinated chicken thighs in the inner basket, leaving a small amount of space between each one.

TIP: If you are cooking more than 4 thighs, be sure to not overcrowd the basket, to ensure each piece of chicken cooks evenly and becomes crisp on the outside.

Select the CHICKEN button if your air fryer has that feature. If not, set the timer for 20 minutes (at 380°F.) . Press START, and air fry the chicken for 10 minutes.

After 10 minutes, press PAUSE, and flip the chicken thighs over to the other side. They should already be nicely browned at this point.

Continue cooking the other side for the remaining 10 minutes OR until the garlic herb chicken thighs reach a “safe” internal temperature of 165°F.

Serve The Garlic Herb Chicken Thighs

The garlic herb chicken thighs should be fully cooked at this point and can now be served. We let them rest for 1-2 minutes to let the internal juices redistribute through the meat before serving.

The chicken thighs taste great, thanks to the marinade! They also are juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside. Serve with your favorite sides, and enjoy this simple meat dish!

I hope you have the opportunity to make these delicious garlic herb chicken thighs, and trust you’ll like them as much as we do.

Thanks for stopping by, and I invite you to come back soon for more family-friendly recipes. Take care, may God bless you… and make it a GREAT day!

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Garlic Herb Chicken Thighs (Instant Pot)

Prep Time

5 mins

Cook Time

20 mins

Inactive Prep: Marinating Time

30 mins

Total Time

55 mins

Make Garlic Herb Chicken Thighs in an air fryer! Chicken marinates in olive oil and spices before cooking. Crispy outside, juicy inside!

Category: Main Dish

Cuisine: All Cuisines

Keyword: garlic herb chicken thighs

Servings: 4

Calories Per Serving: 374 kcal

Author: JB @ The Grateful Girl Cooks!

Ingredients

4 large chicken thighs (bone in, skin on)
1½ Tablespoons olive oil

For Spice Mix:

1½ Tablespoons garlic powder
¾ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon dried rosemary
¼ teaspoon dried tarragon

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Instructions

Pat chicken thighs dry using paper towels. Place chicken in a large bowl; set aside.
In a separate small bowl, combine garlic powder, salt, black pepper, thyme, rosemary and tarragon.
Drizzle olive oil over the chicken, then add spice mix. Use your hands to rub and coat chicken with oil and spices until they adhere. Continue until chicken is coated on all sides with oil/spices. Let chicken marinate for 30 minutes.
Preheat air fryer according to manufacturer directions. Once preheated, adjust temperature to 380°F. Place chicken thighs in the inner basket, leaving space between each one. TIP: If cooking more than 4 thighs, don't overcrowd the basket, to ensure each piece cooks evenly and becomes crisp on the outside.
Select the CHICKEN button if the air fryer has that feature. If not, set the timer for 20 minutes (at 380°F). Press START; cook chicken for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, press PAUSE; flip chicken over to the other side. Continue cooking the other side the remaining 10 minutes OR until the garlic herb chicken thighs reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
When done, let chicken rest 1-2 minutes to let internal juices redistribute in the meat. Serve with favorite side dishes and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Garlic Herb Chicken Thighs (Instant Pot)

Amount Per Serving (1 thigh (1/4 of total))

Calories 374 Calories from Fat 261

% Daily Value*

Fat 29g45%

Saturated Fat 7g44%

Trans Fat 0.1g

Polyunsaturated Fat 6g

Monounsaturated Fat 14g

Cholesterol 142mg47%

Sodium 549mg24%

Potassium 338mg10%

Carbohydrates 3g1%

Fiber 0.3g1%

Sugar 0.1g0%

Protein 24g48%

Vitamin A 121IU2%

Vitamin C 0.1mg0%

Calcium 17mg2%

Iron 1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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19
Jul
2024

Date Nut Bread

categories: Breads

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Make a loaf of Date Nut Bread (using pecans or walnuts) to enjoy for breakfast or a snack! It’s easy to make, and tastes delicious!

Today I want to share a recipe for date nut loaf bread that I received as part of a treasured gift from a dear friend of over 50 years. Here’s the quick backstory.

Our friend Jon’s wife Debi very unexpectedly passed away two years ago, and we were deeply saddened. The cookbook I got this recipe from was a favorite of hers, because it featured the recipes and artwork of renowned author and illustrator Tasha Tudor.

We love corgis so much (our corgi Cooper passed away a year ago very unexpectedly), and Tasha Tudor was wildly famous for her artwork featuring these adorable little dogs. Our friend Debi knew how much we LOVE corgis and always enjoyed our little Cooper whenever she was at our house.

When Debi passed away, Jon gave me her beautiful cookbook and said Debbie would want me to have it, so it is very special to me. That is how I discovered this delicious recipe for date nut bread. I share it today in her memory and in honor of our lifelong friends Jon and Debi. Here’s how to make it.

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Make The Batter

Place chopped dates and granulated sugar in a large bowl. Pour boiling water over them and stir until the sugar has completely dissolved.

Let this date/sugar/water mixture sit until it has cooled (about 6-7 minutes). Don’t skip this step, because the boiling water softens and reconstitutes (or plumps up) the dried dates.

Once the date mixture has cooled, add the remaining ingredients (butter, egg, baking soda, flour, salt and chopped nuts) to the bowl.

Stir well until they’re fully combined. The batter will be fairly thick in texture, and is now ready to be turned into a delicious loaf of date nut bread!

Bake The Date Nut Bread

Generously grease (or spray) the bottom and sides of a 8½” x 4½” loaf pan. Pour the batter into the pan and spread it out evenly.

Bake at 350°F. for 45-50 minutes (check it at 45 minutes). Test for doneness by inserting a toothpick down into the top of the loaf. If the toothpick comes out free of batter, the bread is done.*Making small mini loaves? They should be done around the 35-40 minute mark.

When done, the date nut bread should be browned on top, as well. Remove the pan from the oven and place it on a wire rack to cool for about 10 minutes before removing the bread from the pan.

Time To Enjoy A Slice Of This Delicious Bread

Run a butter knife around the edges of the loaf, and then invert the pan (turn it upside down) to release the loaf from the pan. Place the bread on a wire rack to continue cooling.

Once the loaf has cooled (enough to be only slightly warm), slice and serve it! We typically get 10 slices out of a large loaf of date nut bread.

Serve the bread as is, or add a little bit of softened butter to a slice of the warm bread. YUM! The sweetness from the dates and the pecans (or walnuts) combine to make this a great tasting treat for breakfast or an afternoon snack.

I hope you have the opportunity to try this recipe for date nut bread, and trust you’ll enjoy it as much as we do. This bread freezes well, so maybe make a second loaf for another time. I don’t think you’ll regret it, because it is so good!

Thank you so much for stopping by, and I invite you to come back soon for more family-friendly recipes. Take care, may God bless you… and have a GREAT day!

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Recipe adapted from: “The Tasha Tudor Cookbook”, page 35, published in 1993 by Little, Brown and Company

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Date Nut Bread

Prep Time

15 mins

Cook Time

45 mins

Total Time

1 hr

Make a loaf of Date Nut Bread (using pecans or walnuts) to enjoy for breakfast or a snack! It's easy to make, and tastes delicious!

Category: Bread/Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine: All Cuisines

Keyword: date nut bread

Servings: 10 slices

Calories Per Serving: 245 kcal

Author: JB @ The Grateful Girl Cooks!

Ingredients

1 cup chopped dried dates
¾ cup boiling water
½ cup granulated sugar
1¾ cup all purpose flour
¼ cup butter (softened) = ½ stick
½ cup chopped pecans *or walnuts
1 large egg beaten
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350℉. Grease or spray bottom and sides of a 8½" x 4½" loaf pan.
Place dates and sugar in a large bowl. Pour boiling water over them; stir until sugar has dissolved. Let mixture sit until it has cooled (6-7 minutes). Don't skip this step, because the boiling water softens/reconstitutes the dried dates.
Add all remaining ingredients into the bowl. Stir well until fully combined. Spread batter evenly in the prepared loaf pan.
Bake at 350°F. for 45-50 minutes (check it at 45 minutes). Test for doneness by inserting a toothpick deep into the top of the loaf. If the toothpick comes out free of batter, it's done. Transfer pan to a wire rack to cool for 10 minutes before removing bread from pan. NOTE: If making small mini loaves , they should be done around the 35-40 minute mark.
After 10 minutes, run a butter knife around the edges of the loaf, and then invert pan upside down to release the bread. Cool bread on a wire rack before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Date Nut Bread

Amount Per Serving (1 slice (1/10 of total))

Calories 245 Calories from Fat 81

% Daily Value*

Fat 9g14%

Saturated Fat 3g19%

Trans Fat 0.2g

Polyunsaturated Fat 2g

Monounsaturated Fat 4g

Cholesterol 31mg10%

Sodium 271mg12%

Potassium 151mg4%

Carbohydrates 38g13%

Fiber 2g8%

Sugar 20g22%

Protein 4g8%

Vitamin A 173IU3%

Vitamin C 0.1mg0%

Calcium 18mg2%

Iron 1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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13
Jul
2024

Easy Corn Soufflé

categories: Side Dishes, Vegetable Dishes

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Make a delicious Easy Corn Soufflé (under 5 minutes prep) using common ingredients! All you do is mix and bake this simple veggie dish.

If you’re looking for a simple to prepare veggie dish, may I suggest this recipe for an Easy Corn Soufflé? The word soufflé makes it sound so complex and challenging, but that couldn’t be further from the truth!

I found this recipe MANY years ago in one of my old cookbooks, and discovered it is ridiculously EASY! Basically you combine the ingredients and bake… that’s it!

The main ingredient is a can of creamed corn. Yep- one can. Butter, flour, eggs, milk, cream (or half and half), salt and pepper are then added, which combine to give this dish some “rise” (like a soufflé) in the baking dish. It’s easy, it’s yummy, and here’s how to make it.

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Prepare The Corn Batter

TIP: Before making the batter, be sure to preheat your oven to 350°F. It only takes a few minutes to make the batter, so you want your oven preheated to save yourself some time.

Place two eggs in a large mixing bowl, and use an electric mixer until they’re well-beaten and fluffy. If you don’t have access to an electric mixer, beat them very well using a fork.

Add flour, milk, cream (or half and half), salt, pepper, melted butter and one can of creamed corn. Stir this well, until all ingredients have been incorporated and fully combined. Now you’re ready to bake… see how easy this is?

Bake The Easy Corn Soufflé

Grease or spray a 9″ square baking pan or a 2 quart casserole dish. Pour the batter for the soufflé into the prepared dish.

Bake it at 350°F. for 42-45 minutes (on a middle rack) OR until it pulls away from the edges of the baking dish.

It should also be lightly golden brown on the surface and slightly puffed up with air. You will want to serve this dish immediately, because it will “deflate” slightly as it cools.

Serve The Easy Corn Soufflé

Use a spoon or spatula to serve this dish while it is still hot. Once you remove a serving, you will be able to see the fluffy texture and golden corn inside the soufflé.

Depending on the size of the serving you choose, you should be able to get either 6 small portions or 4 large portions from this dish.

The first time I made this dish I wasn’t confident we would enjoy it, however my husband and I were pleasantly surprised with the texture AND flavor of this veggie dish.

It is such an easy recipe to make (prep time is only 2-3 minutes), so it is a good recipe to have on hand for an easy to make, veggie side dish.

I hope you have the chance to try this yummy side dish. It’s so simple, yet tastes great alongside most meat dishes, which is a big plus, too!

Thank you for stopping by today, and I invite you back again soon for more family-friendly recipes. Take care, may God bless you… and have a GREAT day!

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Original recipe source: “The Everything Cookbook”, page 240, by Faith Jaycox, Sarah Jaycox, and Karen Lawson, published by Adams Media Corporation in 2000.

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Easy Corn Soufflé

Prep Time

4 mins

Cook Time

45 mins

Total Time

49 mins

Make a delicious Easy Corn Soufflé (under 5 minutes prep) using common ingredients! All you do is mix and bake this simple veggie dish.

Category: Side Dish, Vegetable Dish

Cuisine: All Cuisines

Keyword: easy corn soufflé

Servings: 6

Calories Per Serving: 120 kcal

Author: JB @ The Grateful Girl Cooks!

Ingredients

2 large eggs beaten until fluffy
14.75 ounces canned creamed corn
2 Tablespoons all purpose flour
2 Tablespoons low-fat milk
2 Tablespoons heavy whipping cream (or half and half)
1 Tablespoon butter, melted
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350℉. Grease or spray a 9" square or 2 quart baking dish.
Place eggs in a large mixing bowl, and beat with an electric mixer until they're well-combined and fluffy. If you don't have access to an electric mixer, beat them very well using a fork.
Add creamed corn, flour, milk, cream (or half and half), salt, pepper, and melted butter. Stir well, until all ingredients are fully incorporated. Pour batter into the prepared dish.
Bake at 350°F. for 45 minutes (on a middle rack) OR until it pulls away from the edges of the baking dish. It should be golden brown on the surface and slightly puffed up with air. Serve immediately, because it will "deflate" slightly as it cools.

Nutrition Facts

Easy Corn Soufflé

Amount Per Serving (1 (1/6 of total))

Calories 120 Calories from Fat 54

% Daily Value*

Fat 6g9%

Saturated Fat 3g19%

Trans Fat 0.1g

Polyunsaturated Fat 1g

Monounsaturated Fat 2g

Cholesterol 73mg24%

Sodium 612mg27%

Potassium 133mg4%

Carbohydrates 15g5%

Fiber 1g4%

Sugar 3g3%

Protein 4g8%

Vitamin A 279IU6%

Vitamin C 3mg4%

Calcium 22mg2%

Iron 1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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