Recipe Exchange 1/28/15

[smagglebit]

Hey lovelies! It's time for our first ever weekly recipe exchange!

Share whatever you'd like - breakfast, dinner, main dish, dessert, side dish, appetizer, etc. It can be something tried-and-true, a family favorite, or maybe a brand new recipe you just fell in love with. We don't care! Just share your recipes!

You can type it up, take a picture of the written out recipe, or post a link to the site where you found it - do whatever is easiest for you. (Bonus points for pictures of the finished dish, because I'm a visual person, and I'm hungry)

We'll be doing this weekly, so don't feel like you have to post all of your recipes right now. And if you don't have anything to share this week, maybe we can help inspire you to try something new

Let me have 'em!

[smagglebit]

Here’s mine – I found this one on pinterest. This was SOOOOOO good! I’m still craving it a week later. The only changes I made were the hot peppers and the rum– I didn’t have any rum, and I couldn’t find scotch bonnets, so I used habaneros. If you can’t handle the heat, you could probably substitute jalapenos, anaheims, or even bell peppers. I’m just a little crazy, and love the heat!

Grilled Jerk Shrimp and Pineapple Skewers
1 pound (20 – 25) shrimp, peeled and deveined
½ C jerk marinade (recipe follows)
2 slices fresh pineapple, cut into ½ inch pieces
Jerk Marinade
1-2 scotch bonnet peppers (or other hot pepper)
2 cloves garlic
1 T grated fresh ginger
2 green onions
1 T thyme, chopped (or 1 t dried)
1 T allspice
¾ t nutmeg
¾ t cinnamon
1 t ground pepper
1 T brown sugar
1 T olive oil
2 T white vinegar
2 T soy sauce
1 T dark rum
Juice and zest from ½ an orange
Juice and zest from 1 lime

Puree everything in a food processor. Marinate the shrimp in half of the marinade for at least 20 minutes. Skewer the shrimp and pineapple, and grill over medium-high heat until cooked. Use the other half of the marinade as a baste while grilling.



ETA: clarity

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Taco Pasta Bake (except I make mine in the skillet and skip the baking part.) I also put in way more shredded cheese than it calls for and mix it up with pepper jack or chipotle cheddar shreds.

www.canadianmomscook.com/2012/07/taco-pasta-bake.html

[hannahjune1433]

www.halfbakedharvest.com/jamaican-jerk-citrus-pineapple-roasted-chicken/

Made this on Sunday and it was awesome. Served it with quinoa. How funny we both post Jerk recipes Half Baked Harvest is full of awesome stuff!!!

[3timemom]

whatsfordinner-momwhatsfordinner.blogspot.com/2013/06/healthy-fish-tacos-with-creamy-avocado.html?m=1

I made these a few weeks ago and they were so good! I'm Hoping to make them again this weekend.

[luckystar]

I'm sharing this gem from Allrecipes because it is comes out perfect every time and is a total no-brainer. Everyone, including my kids, gobbles this up. Leftovers keep well, also.

[kristhegirl]

I'm so hilariously excited about this thread. But I forgot my recipes! I'll have to see if there's something online I can find from memory.

[deerinheadlights]

I've made this 3 times now it was posted a few months back on TB. It's fucking delicious and I just had it last night. Huli Huli Chicken!!



fakeginger.com/2014/01/07/slow-cooker-huli-huli-chicken/

[smagglebit]

Jan 28, 2015 11:15:19 GMT -5 hannahjune1433 said:

www.halfbakedharvest.com/jamaican-jerk-citrus-pineapple-roasted-chicken/

Made this on Sunday and it was awesome. Served it with quinoa. How funny we both post Jerk recipes Half Baked Harvest is full of awesome stuff!!!

Oh this is awesome! I was wondering if the flavors would work with chicken since I'm out of shrimp now. I'm going to have to give this a try!

[deerinheadlights]

Jan 28, 2015 11:26:52 GMT -5 kristhegirl said:

I'm so hilariously excited about this thread. But I forgot my recipes! I'll have to see if there's something online I can find from memory.

Me too!! I've already saved a few of these recipes :-)

[smagglebit]

Jan 28, 2015 11:32:54 GMT -5 deerinheadlights said:

I've made this 3 times now it was posted a few months back on TB. It's fucking delicious and I just had it last night. Huli Huli Chicken!!



fakeginger.com/2014/01/07/slow-cooker-huli-huli-chicken/

Slow cooker, lime juice, and soy sauce?! I'm sold!

[smagglebit]

Jan 28, 2015 11:18:18 GMT -5 3timemom said:

whatsfordinner-momwhatsfordinner.blogspot.com/2013/06/healthy-fish-tacos-with-creamy-avocado.html?m=1

I made these a few weeks ago and they were so good! I'm Hoping to make them again this weekend.

Creamy avocado sauce is my favorite. Not gonna lie, I'd probably eat it by itself. 

[deerinheadlights]

Jan 28, 2015 11:42:50 GMT -5 smagglebit said:

Jan 28, 2015 11:32:54 GMT -5 deerinheadlights said:

I've made this 3 times now it was posted a few months back on TB. It's fucking delicious and I just had it last night. Huli Huli Chicken!!



fakeginger.com/2014/01/07/slow-cooker-huli-huli-chicken/

Slow cooker, lime juice, and soy sauce?! I'm sold!

YES! It's so easy and so good! I aways eat so much I feel way over full but I can't stop.

[rachacre]

Gah! I LOVE FOOD! I'm obsessed with appetizers (and anything that's very easy), and since the SuperBowl is coming up, here's one of my newer favorites...

Reuben Dip
1 package cream cheese
1/2 cup Thousand Island Dressing
1/4 lb. chopped corned beef (I use sliced deli meat)
3/4 cup drained sauerkraut
8 oz. swiss cheese (I use more...because I love cheese...)

I usually just put all ingredients in a mini crock pot and occasionally mix it. You can also bake it at 350 for about 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted.

Spread on rye crackers

[queenofcats]

My new favorite: Crock Pot Cream Cheese Chicken Chili. So yum.

recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-detail.asp?recipe=1923809

[lonegalathome]

www.yellowblissroad.com/one-pot-cheesy-smoked-sausage-pasta-skillet/

This is one of my favorite one pot's! Soooo tasty and easy and not many dishes. Although, I'm super spoiled and DH does the dishes every night

[kristhegirl]

Jan 28, 2015 12:08:55 GMT -5 rachacre said:

Gah! I LOVE FOOD! I'm obsessed with appetizers (and anything that's very easy), and since the SuperBowl is coming up, here's one of my newer favorites...

Reuben Dip
1 package cream cheese
1/2 cup Thousand Island Dressing
1/4 lb. chopped corned beef (I use sliced deli meat)
3/4 cup drained sauerkraut
8 oz. swiss cheese (I use more...because I love cheese...)

I usually just put all ingredients in a mini crock pot and occasionally mix it. You can also bake it at 350 for about 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted.

Spread on rye crackers

I've eaten three Reubens in the last two weeks, I can't get enough. This is going to be the death of me!

[kristhegirl]

Krystal Chicken:

6-8 boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces and fat trimmed
Sweet Baby Ray's* original barbecue sauce (to taste)
butter or oil for pan

After chopping the chicken, cook over medium-high heat until almost done
Pour barbecue sauce over chicken and stir to coat each piece
Turn heat to high and finish cooking so that part of the chicken gets a sear

Serve with whatever (it's great with potatoes) and I dare you to not eat the entire thing in one sitting by yourself.


*This brand works great because it doesn't separate in the pan. You can absolutely try your favorite or make your own sauce, I just know this one works and tastes great.

[3timemom]

kristhegirl I just might be making that tonight. I have chicken out thawing and no idea what I wanted to make with it. I'm craving BBQ but it's cold and we don't have our BBQ set up yet.

[rachacre]

kristhegirl I've been obsessed with Reubens too! I could eat sauerkraut straight out of the jar/can so that's an issue in itself. Also, I totally made that bbq chicken last week. It's sooooo freaking easy! I love it!

[kristhegirl]

Jan 28, 2015 12:44:48 GMT -5 rachacre said:

kristhegirl I've been obsessed with Reubens too! I could eat sauerkraut straight out of the jar/can so that's an issue in itself. Also, I totally made that bbq chicken last week. It's sooooo freaking easy! I love it!

I have to stop myself from making it all the time because it is so easy!

I sent the Reuben dip idea to my husband and he can't stop talking about it now either, ha! I guess that's on the menu soon!

3timemom it's sooooo easy and delicious! I've also been craving barbecue so this is an easy cheat for the real thing.

[hannahjune1433]

thewimpyvegetarian.com/2015/01/curried-cauliflower-greens-mac-n-cheese/

Made this last night and it was delish! I skipped the baking/breadcrumbs part and it was still good!

[hannahjune1433]

Jan 28, 2015 12:08:55 GMT -5 rachacre said:

Gah! I LOVE FOOD! I'm obsessed with appetizers (and anything that's very easy), and since the SuperBowl is coming up, here's one of my newer favorites...

Reuben Dip
1 package cream cheese
1/2 cup Thousand Island Dressing
1/4 lb. chopped corned beef (I use sliced deli meat)
3/4 cup drained sauerkraut
8 oz. swiss cheese (I use more...because I love cheese...)

I usually just put all ingredients in a mini crock pot and occasionally mix it. You can also bake it at 350 for about 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted.

Spread on rye crackers

Made this last year for the Super Bowl. So good!

[360blessings]

This was in my Southern Living for this month and I had to make it. It was wonderful - like the inside of a truffle or molten lava cake. I preferred when it was still a bit warm, but omg, it was great!
Chocolate Buttermilk Pudding with Buttermilk Whipped Cream
www.myrecipes.com/recipe/chocolate-buttermilk-pudding/print/

and my finished product:

[smagglebit]

360blessings that looks absolutely amazing! I know what I'm making this weekend!

[emwithpeanuts]

I have a couple to post at one time.

First off, my kids favorite, healthy banana bars!
You can also make these in muffin form, you just need to watch them, and test them for when they are done. They took about 15 minutes in my oven.





Next off, is the BEST gingersnap recipe EVER. I am seriously famous for these, in three states xD




-¾ cup butter
-1 cup sugar
-1 egg
-¼ cup molasses
-2 cups flour
-1 ½ tsp baking soda
-1 tsp cinnamon
-1 tsp ginger
-1 tsp cloves
-½-3/4 cup sugar for rolling

Preheat oven to 350. Beat butter and sugars. Add egg. Add molasses. Mix together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves in a separate bowl. Slowly incorporate into wet ingredients. Roll balls of dough in sugar and place on greased cookie sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes depending on oven. If you like them chewy go for the lesser time. If you like them crunchier add a minute or two to the them when they first seem done. They will look under cooked a bit, that's normal.


This is what I believe to be the best chocolate chip cookies.




1 pound unsalted butter
1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
2 1/4 cups packed light-brown sugar
4 large eggs
3 cups plus 2 tablespoons pastry flour
3 cups bread flour
1 tablespoon salt
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
2 pounds bittersweet chocolate, coarsely chopped

- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line baking sheets with parchment paper or nonstick baking mats; set aside.
- In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream together butter and sugars.
- Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Reduce speed to low and add both flours, baking powder, baking soda, vanilla, and chocolate; mix until well combined.
- Using a 4-ounce scoop for larger cookies or a 1-ounce scoop for smaller cookies, scoop cookie dough onto prepared baking sheets, about 2 inches apart.
- Bake until lightly browned, but still soft, about 20 minutes for larger cookies and about 15 minutes for smaller cookies.

This one makes like 8 dozen, so you can easily split in half OR make the whole batch and freeze cookie dough balls for later use!!


The last recipe is a super easy meal idea. Korean beef

1 lb lean ground beef
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 Tablespoon sesame oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 – 1 teaspoon crushed red peppers (depending on how spicy you like it)
salt and pepper
1 bunch green onions, diced

Brown ground beef and drain. Add back to pot then add in the rest of the ingredients and heat till warmed through. Serve over rice. I usually also serve with sesame green beans.

[errsbear11]

Spaghetti Squash + brussels

1 spaghetti squash
Brussel sprouts (1c?)
Tsp chicken bouillon or cube
1 can chick peas
2 links apple sausage (these I get from a local market, they are pretty good sized, but you can totally eyeball how much you want!)
Olive oil

Cut squash in half lenghtwise, rub with olive oil, salt, pepper and place face down on a baking sheet. Roast at 350 deg f for about 30-45 min, until you can easily pierce with a fork. Remove from oven.

In the meantime, roast or Sautee brussels. I cut in half and pan fry, or if I don't want to babysit the pan, roast in a toaster oven for ~25 min. Cook sausage.

make a broth with the bouillon and half a cup of water. Shred the squash into a large pan with broth, brussels, chic peas, and chicken sausage. Add oil as needed to prevent sticking, and sautee for a few minutes to incorporate all flavors and absorb the broth.

*keeps well and actually tastes a little better the next days according to DH and his best friend! I like it topped with parmesean cheese

[shelby407]

www.southyourmouth.com/2014/02/broccoli-cheddar-chicken-and-rice.html?m=1

Chicken broccoli rice casserole... Made this last night for the first time, it's very good!

[rachacre]

I am trying a cabbage/veggie/ground turkey soup tomorrow night. Hopefully it turns out and I'll be able to share! I've been craving cabbage like a mofo lately.

[dawnviking]

Orange Julius

1 cup milk
1 cup water
1/2 container of frozen concentrated orange juice (12 oz size)
1/4 cup sugar
1 tsp vanilla 
12-15 ice cubes

Put everything in blender and blend until ice chunks are small.

Can make grape Julius by using concentrated grape juice.

Goes great with popcorn!