Chicken gyros are a popular dish that originated in Greece but has gained widespread popularity worldwide. They consist of thinly sliced marinated chicken that is typically cooked on a vertical rotisserie, known as a gyro spit. The chicken is seasoned with a blend of Mediterranean herbs and spices, which can vary depending on the recipe. Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for Chicken Gyros that you can enjoy on a nice summer night: Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1/4 cup olive oil 3 tablespoons lemon juice 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1…
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Supercharge Spring Meals with a Powerful Salad Bright, beautiful spring days often call for fresh, delicious meals that give you energy to enjoy the great outdoors. Whether you’re hitting the pavement for a run, powering up for an afternoon at the office or picnicking with loved ones, nutrition and flavor can go hand in hand with an easy-to-make salad. For your next springtime meal, lean on a versatile ingredient like sweet potatoes as a key ingredient in this Sweet potato Power Salad, a light yet filling solution that can feed the whole family. Easy to add to a variety of…
If you’ve ever taken a bite of something and the only word that came to mind was “yum,” you know what it’s like to experience this dessert. It’s fluffy, sweet, perfectly crumbly and tastes delicious. It’s rich but light. It’s a dessert that will likely never go out of style. You can stop guessing what it may be: this treat is a scrumptious bite of Fluffy Peanut Butter Pie drizzled with chocolate syrup. You will understand the craze once you sink your fork into the chilled triangle resting on your plate. With a chocolate cookie crust and a thick, delicious…
It’s National Garlic Day! Garlic is flavor powerhouse, sure to amp up any dish. Garlic lovers, follow the recipes below if you love the delicious aroma and depth of flavor of this beneficial bulb. Garlic-Rosemary Chicken (Serves 2) Ingredients • salt-1 tsp. • garlic-5 cloves • olive oil-5 tbs. • white wine-2-3 cups • rosemary-2 tbs. • chicken-5 thighs • Large pan (cast iron) Instructions 1. Arrange your chicken in the pan, skin side down with your olive oil on the bottom to keep from sticking. 2. Crush your garlic cloves in the press. 3. With a knife or the…
Empanadas are a staple in many Argentinean households. They are filled with all sorts of ingredients like beef, peppers, onions and numerous spices. Some individuals shy away from making empanadas because this dish does take some time. Fortunately there are several easy recipes that will allow you to make empanadas without a lot of work or preparation. Canned Crescent Roll Method This recipe uses canned crescent rolls which adds a crispy texture to the empanadas. Ingredients: -½ red onion, chopped -½ teaspoon pepper -1 tablespoon cumin, ground -1 pound ground beef, thawed -1 tablespoon chili powder -8 ounce can, tomato…
Although many St. Patrick’s Day celebrations revolve around beer and revelry, there’s no reason to neglect the menu. The holiday provides an excellent opportunity to sample some of Ireland’s signature cuisine. If your repertoire has been previously limited to corned beef and cabbage, perhaps it’s time to explore a few lesser-known alternatives. Appetizers Cheese Parcels Although they don’t get as much attention as their French and Swiss counterparts, Irish cheeses are a force to be reckoned with. Gubbeen cheese, with its faintly pink rind, earthy mushroom undertones, and semi-soft texture, is a standout that should appeal to everyone. Cut the…
There’s nothing like a hot cup of coffee to get your day started. However, you might want to drink a cup of coffee with your dinner or in the evening before going to bed. Unfortunately, the impacts that the caffeine has on your body might not allow you to go to sleep at night. If you want to drink coffee without the side effects of the caffeine, then consider some of the alternatives that are available. A caffeine-free alternative is also beneficial for your health as the removal of it from your diet can begin to enhance your metabolism. Mushrooms…
Whether you pack it for lunch, make it for a quick snack, or even have it as the main course for dinner, the timeless cold cut sandwich has never let us down. Enjoy a classic ham and cheese, take on a robust roast beef and provolone, or go light with turkey and avocado, there are endless amount of classics to choose from. But we want to help you get a little more creative with your cold cut creations, so lets dive in to some of these exciting and amazing recipes you may not have tried before! Roasted Chicken with Pesto,…
A cup of hot cocoa is a seasonal delight we all look forward to. Nothing beats coming in from the cold and warming up to a cup of hot chocolate. During the holiday season, sample the cocoa recipes below. Traditional Hot Cocoa Use this basic recipe as a starter for adding many variations of flavorings. Ingredients: 4 ounces sugar 2 ounces baking cocoa A pinch of salt 3 ounces hot water 32 ounces milk 3 drops vanilla extract Directions: 1) Mix cocoa, salt, and sugar together and place in a medium saucepan. Add the water. 2) Bring to a boil,…
After spending all that time cooking, the meal is enjoyed, but then there are the leftovers. That’s Ok! Thanksgiving dinner is the meal that keeps on giving. Some folks look forward to the leftover meals as much as the holiday meal. Here are some recipe suggestions you will enjoy. Loaded Turkey Stew Ingredients Chicken Broth Turkey Pieces Chopped Green Beans Chopped Carrots Real Bacon Bits Chopped White Potatoes Corn Kernels Parsnips Chopped Mushrooms Spring Onions Minced Garlic Italian Seasoning Salt Pepper Optional-Hot Peppers Directions 1) Pour chicken broth into a Dutch oven pot and place on a stovetop burner. 2)…