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These gems are bursting with flavor....tender, juicy and a bit spicy. We have here some Blackened Chicken, a Cajun Salsa, some delicious Cajun Dip drizzled all over it....all wrapped up in a pita. Pure yum factor going on here. The inspiration for such a diverse concoction comes from the tahini I used in the dip. Sesame King Cajun Tahini to be more specific. I had no idea there were flavored tahini's out there....so cool! They currently have Garlic, Honey, Cajun and Olive Oil flavors. All of which would be great in so many recipes. Hummus of course (how fun to have various flavor themes), dressings, sauces, dips. Before  Sunshine International Foods sent me some of their tahini, I had only used it in hummus. They have unknowingly guided me to expand my ways. Cajun Dip 6 tablespoons Greek yogurt 1 tablespoon Sesame King Cajun Tahini 1 1/2 teaspoons cilantro, finely chopped 1 teaspoon cajun seasoning Salt and pepper to taste (about a pinch) Combine all of the ingredients in a bowl,...

Today's Sunday Supper is all about heart healthy dishes. Whether it's a way of life, a new choice, a "sometimes" choice, or you're just trying to maintain that New Year resolution, we have some wonderful options for you. The dish I've prepared is a Greek dish called Lemonatie Kota sta Karvouna aka Lemony Grilled Chicken using boneless, skinless chicken breasts, marinated and grilled then served with a delightful sauce of your choice. The recommendations are Summer Peach Salsa or Tzatziki. Peaches aren't in season right now and since I drooled over all of the ingredients in Tzatziki, well....that's what my taste buds forced me to use. Now let me confess a little something about my grilling skills. I'm learning. I know how to start the charcoal but I never really know how many coals to use. This chicken only grilled for about 10 minutes and I really felt guilty using all those coals. Is that typical? A starter full of coals for a 10 - 20 minute grill...

This is one of those things that's so ridiculously easy and tastes so good! Minimal ingredients. Minimal time. Maximum yum. It can be a meal in itself or an appetizer. And...it's perfect for your Super Bowl party. How ever you choose to serve it, it's sure to please. I mean, who doesn't like crispy chicken? Who doesn't like Fettuccine Alfredo? And whooooo doesn't like garlic bread?! Cuz basically that's what this recipe is....a combination of those, wrapped into one. Crispy Chicken Alfredo Crostini  Makes about 9 depending on the size of the crostini 1 25 oz package of Tyson Fully Cooked Crispy Chicken Strips 2 cups Fettuccine Alfredo (I used a boxed version for convenience) 9 slices of a baguette, sliced on the diagonal 2 Garlic cloves, whole 1/2 cup diced tomatoes, plus more for garnish 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped, plus more for garnish Toast bread slices in the broiler, turning once,until golden brown. Rub one side of each piece of toast (aka crosti...

The holidays are approaching fast and if you're budget is anything like mine, things get tight. Or should I say....tighter. Sales, coupons, making meals stretch, all become more focused for the next couple of months. If a meal can be made by only spending a few bucks....and makes enough for lots of leftovers...I'm one happy camper. When said meal tastes wonderfully delicious and is comforting and filling....I'm doing the happy dance. (probably something you don't really want to witness) A while back I won Erin Chase's cookbook, The $5 Dinner Mom. It's a great cookbook in many ways. The recipes are good, quick and easy to prepare. I don't know if this meal is actually a $5 dinner as prices have gone up since it was published back in 2009. But the key is to purchase on sale, use your coupons and make things from scratch whenever possible. Foods that have been prepared and processed for convenience are pricey, but they lure us in because we all know how busy o...

Welcome to Sunday Supper's Slow Cooker edition. The days are getting shorter but our schedules sure aren't, which is the perfect reason to use your slow cooker and why I'm going to keep this short and sweet! We have a fantastic line up ranging from breakfast to dessert and everything in between, all made in that fantastic little counter top cooker that we all love and know as a slow cooker (or crock pot if you're old school like me). If your days are as busy as mine (and maybe even more so) there's no reason you still can't enjoy a good home cooked meal with your family. So let's get started. Slow Cooker Lime Garlic Chicken Printable Version 1 1/2 lbs bone-in, skinless chicken thighs 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes) 1 1/2 cups chicken broth 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 teaspoon summer savory or thyme 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper 2 tablespoons butter 1 cup uncooked brown rice Place the chicken in a 3-4 quart slow cooker. Add the remaining ingredients exc...

There are a lot of recipes out there that call for cream of chicken soup. I mean.... a lot! But I'd cringe whenever I used it. I mean....from the can. It's loaded with all sorts of ingredients that I don't recognize. Plus several that I do recognize as totally not.....food. They certainly aren't ingredients I have in my pantry. Guess what.....cream of chicken soup in a can is sooooo not necessary. It's incredibly easy ....as in SIMPLE.....to make. What do you think our great-great-grandmothers use to do? They made it! If you want to get real here...it starts out as a simple rue and then you add a bit of cream and stock. Basically, that's it. Hardly any time at all to make and it's totally cheap! And.....no junk added. No preservatives. No chemicals. Just wholesome ingredients found in just about any kitchen. I have some seasonings listed and of course they can be adjusted based on personal taste. Whether you change the quantity or the seasoning all together...

I'm excited to say that I have joined the #SundaySupper Movement! And this is my first participating post. Wouldn't you know it....it's all about Man Food! Is there much out there that men won't eat? I think not. At the bottom, you will find a list of other #SundaySupper blogger's Man Food recipes and links. You can check them all out and see what you find that'll make your man happy. What man doesn't like pizza? There might be a few out there but I've never met one. This Father's Day, to celebrate the man in your life, rather than turning on the oven to bake your pizza (and getting the house all hot and uncomfortable), why not take a shot at it on the grill? The flavor that's imparted is wonderful, just like anything else that's BBQ'd. You know that tell-tale smokey flavor that announces 'summer' loud and clear. Grilled pizza is fun, quick, and so darned good! As with all pizzas, there are 3 components: the dough/crust, the sauce...

Are you ready for another tantalizing recipe from Fifty Shades of Chicken? This is one of my favorites. It was so good! There was just a bit leftover and I had placed it in the fridge, all ready to take to work with me the next day and have it for lunch. Someone ate it. All . I was pissed! Well, mostly thoroughly disappointed because I really was looking forward to enjoying it. Again. And if I had even more, I would've enjoyed it...twice in one day. Or more. The way it's described in the cookbook (in a round about way) is perfect: "I lie exhausted on a bed of rice. He leans over me, tasting me and savoring the juices that are still dripping from me...."Satisfied, Miss Hen?"" This sentence, of course, is written from the chicken's point of view. You will want to clean your plate and go in for round two with these juicy, tender thighs. Chicken Thighs, Stirred Up and Fried Hard aka (for the children's sake) Stir-Fried Chicken with Spinach and Peanuts Pr...

This little cookbook, Fifty Shades of Chicken, being a parody and all should really be taken more seriously. If you are a fellow 'Chicken Queen' (or Chicken King), then I highly recommend it. Don't get your panties in a bunch and judge it just because it's full on the best innuendos that can be found in the kitchen! Take it in stride and giggle.....and then totally enjoy the food. I've made several, and they are all delicious. Especially this one! This dish is very easy to do and perfect for newbies. You just have to plan ahead a little as the chicken does need to marinate a bit. But while it's doing it's thing, you can enjoy the intro (each recipe has a fun intro). Here's a tease of a snippet....(although if you didn't read 50 Shades of Grey, this might not be as funny to you). ""Your whole control-freak foodie thing, it was because of her, that woman Mrs. Child." My mood has darkened. "Julia opened my eyes to many important thin...

This is one of those super tasty, easy dinners. It's satisfying and pretty quick to make. It would be even quicker if you had some leftover cooked chicken on hand. One of the things that makes this meal so quick and easy is the flavoring packet I used. Now typically, I stay away from seasoning packets. Well...the ones at the local market. What makes the one I used here an exception? It's organic. No GMO's, no pesticides, no preservatives, no insecticides, no irradiation, do food dyes. So what we have here...is quality AND convenience. All neatly wrapped up in one. Where can you get Wildtree products? From my friend Michele (whom by the way is responsible for me starting a blog, and joining Facebook): Website http://www.mywildtree.com/MICHELEBCOOKS/ Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/michelebcooks She also has a blog:  My Italian Grandmother Meanwhile, back at the bat cave..... Mexican Skillet Meal Seasoning contains every flavor you would want in a Mexican dish, such a...