Lislestyle Kitchen: 2013-01-13

Thursday, January 17, 2013

Brussel Sprout Salad

For those of you who have only heard about brussel sprouts. This is a brussel spout.

Not so scary!

Cut the broccoli sprouts into bite size pieces or shred them on a madolin.

Add cranberries

Add almonds

Add Feta cheese

Add ramon noodles

Add dressing

Eat and enjoy!

Cranberries, almonds, and feta cheese
salt and pepper, dressing

Fancy Brussel Sprout Salad - Food Network

Easy
Crunchy Brussel Sprout Salad

http://www.twopeasandtheirpod.com/chopped-brussels-sprouts-with-dried-cranberries-pecans-blue-cheese/

http://www.shutterbean.com/2010/brussels-sprout-salad/

brussels-sprout-salad-with-red-onion-and-pecorino

http://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-shaved-brussels-sprouts-salad-with-apples-hazelnuts-and-brown-butter-vinaigrette-180521

http://www.wholeliving.com/191987/brussels-sprout-salad-avocado-pumpkin-seeds

http://www.eatliverun.com/kale-and-brussels-sprouts-salad/

from fruitycuties.com

In the news:
Brussel Sprouts Lands Man in Hospital article

The Brussel Sprout Stand Off
themiddlestsister.com - comic

Wednesday, January 16, 2013

Waffle Ice Cream Sandwich

Looking for a unique and easy dessert?

Eggo waffles and vanilla ice cream!

1. Toast the waffles in the oven at 425 degrees for up to 5 minutes. I like mine crispy.

I used Breyers...but the best for this recipe is Haagen Dazs.

It is more expensive so I opted for Breyers this time.

Scoop ice cream onto a hot waffle.

Drizzle with caramel or chocolate topping on top.

Add blackberries, strawberries, or whatever fruit you want.

I used frozen blackberry for this.

I ran cold water over them and let them set for a few minutes and they were perfect.

Add whip cream or other toppings and ENJOY!

I also like to make a sandwich with waffles too!

Enjoy!

It's delicious!

Another version from foodstoriesblog.com

Photography contest

Melting Your Heart by Virginia Lam - Food Photo Contest

Tuesday, January 15, 2013

Tuesday Tip: How to make the perfect Bacon

Have you ever fried bacon on the stove? The kitchen is a mess, the bacon isn't cooked evenly, and it takes such a long time.

I learned this from a friend (Thanks, Kim!) and it works. Next time you want the perfect bacon and don't want to have to clean up a mess or work hard to get it on the table...

Bake it in the oven!!
How to make the perfect Bacon

I'll be honest the first time I tried this I burned it. I checked it a little early and it seemed fine. When I checked back, it was black. The second time I tried it the bacon was still darker than I liked. The third time I checked at 15 minutes and it was a little past what I would like. Next time I will check it at 13 minutes. I'm sure different ovens are slightly different too. My advice check it frequently the first time you do it.

Monday, January 14, 2013

White Bean Chili

White Bean Chili

Here's another easy crock pot recipe.

White Bean Chili
from Lea A. and Lindsay B.
adapted by D.Lisle

3 cans     great Northern white beans
               (Bush brand is my favorite...if you have it I think they are worth the extra money. )
16oz       jar salsa
8oz         bag mexican cheese
2tsp        cumin
I added oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
Top with Cilantro
boneless chicken breast

1. Boil chicken breast until fully cooked (30-40 min.)
2. In crock pot combine beans, salsa, cheese, and cumin.
3. Cut chicken into small pieces and add to a crock pot.
4. Cook on High for 4 hours.
5. Top with cilantro.

I had never made this recipe before, but got it from a friend after trying it at a party a few years ago. I definitely plan to make it again.

Lislestyle:
*Because I had the time, I used a bag of dried beans instead. It's much cheaper and if you are around the house not that much work. I used 6 cups of cooked beans.
*I used the fresh salsa made by my local grocery store instead of a more commercial brand. I got mild this time, but I want to try something spicier next time or add fresh jalepenos.
*I made this two days after making my oven roasted chicken so I used leftover chicken from that to put in the soup. When I plan out my meals for the week, I usually try to use recipes with common ingredients so I can use leftovers from one meal in another to cut down on the cooking, have more variety instead of using leftovers, and save money.
*Next time I would like to add cilantro.