Thursday, December 31, 2015

Crispix Citrus Party Mix






Truly, truly, I say to you, when you were young, you used to dress yourself and walk wherever you wanted, but when you are old, you will stretch out your hands, and another will dress you and carry you where you do not want to go." - John 21:18




1 12 oz box of Crispix cereal, divided into (2) 13x9 foil pans
1 c pecans, divide between 2 pans
1 c almonds, divide between 2 pans
1 c cashews, divide between 2 pans

Citrus Butter, make 2 batches, divide between 2 pans
3 T butter, melted
3 T Worcestershire sauce
1/4 t onion powder
1/4 t garlic granules
1/4 of a lemon, squeeze for juice
1 T seasoned salt
Prepare citrus butter in a glass measuring cup and add the rest of the ingredients after butter has been melted.



Preheat oven to 250 degrees.
Bake in increments of 15 minutes, stir well each time. 
I cooked mine a total of 1 1/2 hr, the last 30 minutes oven was off.
My pecans were huge, that's why it took so long.

Wednesday, December 30, 2015

Cajun Fried Turkey Tetrazzini in White Wine Cheese Sauce




"Then I will draw near to you for judgment. I will be a swift witness against the sorcerers, against the adulterers, against those who swear falsely, against those who oppress the hired worker in his wages, the widow and the fatherless, against those who thrust aside the sojourner, and do not fear me, says the LORD of hosts. - Malachi 3:5

16 Then those who feared the LORD spoke with one another. The LORD paid attention and heard them, and a book of remembrance was written before him of those who feared the LORD and esteemed his name.
17 "They shall be mine, says the LORD of hosts, in the day when I make up my treasured possession, and I will spare them as a man spares his son who serves him.
18 Then once more you shall see the distinction between the righteous and the wicked, between one who serves God and one who does not serve him. - Malachi 3:16-18








2 c chopped Cajun fried turkey
2 c chopped cooked al dente noodles, reserve pasta water
1/4 c white wine
1/4 c cream cheese
1/4 c frozen English peas
1/4 c pasta water
4 mushrooms, chopped
1 leek, chopped
2 pats compound butter
1/4 c 4 cheese Italian blend
Salt and pepper to taste



Melt butter in skillet, add leeks, peas and mushrooms, sauté until tender.
Add wine, pasta water, cream cheese, and 4 cheese blend, sauté until thickened.
Turn off heat.
Toss in cooked noodles and chopped turkey.
Salt and pepper to taste.
Enjoy!

Monday, December 28, 2015

Fresh Sage Rosemary Dill Compound Butter






For from the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the LORD of hosts. - Malachi 1:11





Room temperature Butter, 1 stick
1 t Fresh sage
1 t Fresh rosemary
1 t Dried dill
1 T Shallots
1/2 t Red pepper flakes
1/4 t Kosher salt
1/4 t Cracked black pepper

Mix all together. 
Place in plastic wrap and mold into log shape. 
Refrigerate.
Serve on warm ribeye slices!
Yum!!!

Boneless Ribeye Standing Roast






Sanctify them in the truth; your word is truth. - John 17:17






1 trimmed boneless ribeye roast, got mine at Costco
Olive oil

Rub
1/2 c kosher salt
3 sprigs fresh thyme
3 sprigs fresh rosemary
1 t dried dill 
1 t roasted garlic, mashed
1 small shallot, diced
1/2 red pepper flakes
Cracked multi peppercorn pepper


Mix well.


Preheat oven to 500 degrees.
Oil roast and pack rub on all sides.
Sear on all sides.
Place on rack and bake 500 for 30 minutes.
Change heat to 250 and bake in increments of 30 minutes, checking temp each time, until a temp of 130 is reached.
Pull out of oven and tent with foil for 30 minutes, your temp will rise about 10 more degrees which will be a perfect 140 degree. This will be medium and yummy deliciousness!!!
I made fresh sage-dill-fresh Rosemary compound butter to serve on each slice!

Wednesday, December 23, 2015

Puff Pastry Cinnamon Rolls with Bourbon Cream Cheese Frosting






Now before the Feast of the Passover, when Jesus knew that his hour had come to depart out of this world to the Father, having loved his own who were in the world, he loved them to the end. - John 13:1





Trader Joe's frozen puff pastry(contains 2 sheets)

Melted butter to brush bottom of pan and top of rolls before baking.

Let thaw completely. 
Roll out.
Sprinkle filling over sheet. 
Tightly roll and cut each sheet into 6 rolls.
Bake 400 degrees 20-25 minutes in a large muffin pan, greased with melted butter.
Remove from pan to cool. 

Filling:
1/4 c Brown sugar
1 T Cinnamon
Mix together.

Bourbon Cream Cheese Frosting:
3 oz softened cream cheese
3 T softened butter
1 1/2 c powdered sugar
1 t vanilla
1/2 t bourbon

Whip with electric hand mixer.
Frost rolls.

Tuesday, December 22, 2015

Creamy Cauliflower Mash






30 Jesus answered, "This voice has come for your sake, not mine.
31 Now is the judgment of this world; now will the ruler of this world be cast out.
32 And I, when I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all people to myself." - John 12:30-32








I kept working on this recipe! I want this mashed cauliflower to taste like real potatoes, creamy goodness and all.
So, I'm really pleased with this final recipe. Hope you enjoy!!

1 head of cauliflower, cut into chunks
1 T Chicken base seasoning
1 t butter
Pepper to taste

Just add water half way up pan, add seasoning and cauliflower, bring to boil, cook just until tender.
Drain.
While still hot, add these ingredients:

2 T mayo
2 T sour cream
2 T cream cheese
1 T heavy cream

Whip with a mixer until creamy.

Monday, December 21, 2015

Pumpkin Sweet Potato Pie







25 Jesus said to her, "I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live,
26 and everyone who lives and believes in me shall never die. Do you believe this?"
27 She said to him, "Yes, Lord; I believe that you are the Christ, the Son of God, who is coming into the world." - John 11:25-27





1/2 can organic pumpkin
1 medium sweet potato, baked mashed and cooled
2 eggs, beaten
1 can eagle brand sweetened condensed milk
1 t vanilla extract
1/4 t ginger
1/4 t pumpkin pie spice
1/4 t cinnamon
1/4 t kosher salt
1/4 t nutmeg

1 pie crust

With a whisk, beat pumpkin and sweet potato together along with vanilla, spices and salt.
Add beaten eggs and eagle brand. Beat until smooth. Pour in pie shell.


Bake on 425 for 15 minutes, to set pie. Then turn oven to 350 degrees and bake 20 minutes. Leave in an additional 15 minutes with oven off.

Saturday, December 19, 2015

Almond Toffee Crack






13 Is anyone among you suffering? Let him pray. Is anyone cheerful? Let him sing praise.
14 Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord.
15 And the prayer of faith will save the one who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up. And if he has committed sins, he will be forgiven.
16 Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working. - James 5:13-16


This was an experiment that I almost tossed out! Glad I let it set up and tasted it, yum!!!



1 1/4 c slivered almonds

1 stick butter
1/2 c sugar
1 1/2 T water

1 T vanilla extract

White chocolate candy melting wafers

Grease 13x9 pan bottom with butter.
Add 1 c slivered almonds, spread out over bottom.

Bring to a boil, the butter, water and sugar, boil until golden brown, around 8 minutes, stirring continuously cause it will burn.
Remove from heat, continue to stir.
Pour over nuts.
Add white chocolate, add 1/4 c nuts.
Stir slightly to melt chocolate.
Place in freezer until set.
Break into yummy goodness!!!

Friday, December 18, 2015

Smoked Turkey and Smoked Sausage Veggie Stir Fry with Pepper JackLimoncello Sauce






2 And he said to them, "When you pray, say: "Father, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come. 
3 Give us each day our daily bread, 
4 and forgive us our sins, for we ourselves forgive everyone who is indebted to us. And lead us not into temptation."  - Luke 11:2-4


9 And I tell you, ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you.
10 For everyone who asks receives, and the one who seeks finds, and to the one who knocks it will be opened. - Luke 11:9-10


Whoever is not with me is against me, and whoever does not gather with me scatters. - Luke 11:23






1 link grilled smoked sausage, chopped
1 c smoked turkey, chopped
Drizzle of olive oil
1 t clarified butter
1 bunch asparagus tips, chopped
1 leek, chopped
2 carrots, match stick cut
1/2 t chicken base seasoning
1/4 c water
1/8 c cream
1/4 c pepper jack
1/8 c limoncello 
Cracked black pepper, to taste



Stir fry veggie in oil and butter until slightly soft, add meat, liquids, cheese and seasonings.
Reduce down until sauce thickens.

Serve with toasted crusty garlic bread!

Thursday, December 17, 2015

Grilled Chicken Tenderloin on Veggie Zoodles






16 So Jesus answered them, "My teaching is not mine, but his who sent me.
17 If anyone's will is to do God's will, he will know whether the teaching is from God or whether I am speaking on my own authority.
18 The one who speaks on his own authority seeks his own glory; but the one who seeks the glory of him who sent him is true, and in him there is no falsehood. - John 7:16-18









4 Chicken tenderloin, cut into bite size pieces
Marinate for 20 minutes in this mixture:
1/4 c honey
1/2 c zesty Italian dressing
1/2 lime, juiced

Veggie zoodles
Zucchini made into noodles

Drizzle a little oil in skillet, heat and add chicken and marinade.
Cook until done, cooks really quickly and resembles grilled chicken.
Remove chicken, clean skillet.
Drizzle a little oil, heat and add veggie noodles.
Stir fry until slightly soft.
Add chicken back in just to heat.
Eat and enjoy!!!




Sunday, December 6, 2015

Trader Joe's Mandarin Orange Chicken served on Zucchini andCarrot/Veggie Noodles






David thus calls him Lord, so how is he his son?" - Luke 20:44


3 concerning his Son, who was descended from David according to the flesh
4 and was declared to be the Son of God in power according to the Spirit of holiness by his resurrection from the dead, Jesus Christ our Lord,
5 through whom we have received grace and apostleship to bring about the obedience of faith for the sake of his name among all the nations,
6 including you who are called to belong to Jesus Christ, - Romans 1:3-6







1 prepared pack of Trader Joe's Orange Mandarin Chicken
2 zucchini and 1 carrot, make veggie noodles 
1 leek, sliced
1 t roasted garlic
Drizzle of olive oil
1 t toasted sesame oil
Kosher salt to taste

Prepare chicken in toaster oven.
Set aside.
Sauté leek, garlic, squash and carrot in oil.
Drizzle the sesame oil on the veggie noodles. 
Remove from heat.
Add the packs of sauce in the skillet, when melted add chicken.
Stir to coat chicken and push to one side of skillet.
Turn off heat.
Add veggie noodles back in to heat.
Serve at once.

Friday, December 4, 2015

Spicy Pimento Cheese Egg Sausage Quesadilla with Blackberry BalsamicGlaze





And he told them a parable to the effect that they ought always to pray and not lose heart. - Luke 18:1









Cooked Sausage patty
Fried hard Egg
Pimento cheese, spicy
Tortillas, small, warmed
Blackberry balsamic glaze, under sauce tab this blog

Tuesday, December 1, 2015

Christy's Fresh Herb Sausage Balls





Just so, I tell you, there is joy before the angels of God over one sinner who repents." - Luke 15:10







3 c pioneer biscuit mix
Pound sausage, I used Tennessee Pride
4 c shredded sharp cheddar
1/2 c Parmesan cheese, shredded
1/2 c milk
1/2 t fresh rosemary, chopped
1 1/2 t fresh parsley, chopped

Preheated 350 degree oven
make I inch balls 
bake 20-25 min

Blackberry Balsamic Glaze





Just so, I tell you, there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who need no repentance. - Luke 15:7







1/2 c blackberry preserves
1/8 c aged balsamic vinegar

Simmer and reduce. Yum!! 

Friday, November 27, 2015

Limoncello Sauced Smoked Turkey and Andouille Over Zucchini Zoodles






But if it is by the finger of God that I cast out demons, then the kingdom of God has come upon you. - Luke 11:20


Whoever is not with me is against me, and whoever does not gather with me scatters. - Luke 11:23






Drizzle of olive oil
1 c Smoked turkey breast, chopped
1 inch piece Andouille sausage, diced 
1 Shallots, diced
1 t Roasted garlic

Veggies
10 Left over Greek seasoned baby potatoes, quartered 
1 zucchini, make zoodles( zucchini noodles made with a hand held julienne tool)

Sauce
1/4 c Limoncello 
1/4 c cream
Salt and pepper to taste


 In the oil, sauté the shallots and sausage until tender, next add garlic, and turkey.
Sauté just to heat turkey.
Quickly add cream, limoncello and seasoning to make sauce. Reduce to sauce consistency.
Add veggie mix. Yum!

Wednesday, November 25, 2015

Cornbread and Croissant Southern Style Dressing




1 Peter 1:
8 Though you have not seen him, you love him. Though you do not now see him, you believe in him and rejoice with joy that is inexpressible and filled with glory,
9 obtaining the outcome of your faith, the salvation of your souls.




1 10 inch cast iron skillet of cooked buttermilk cornbread 
4 toasted croissant, cut in half to toast, after toasting, dice
1 can cream of celery 
1 can cream of chicken
3 T fresh chopped sage
1 leek, sliced
1/4 c heavy cream
2 stalks celery, sliced thin
1 1/2 -2 c smoked chicken or rotisserie chicken
1 1/2 quarts Chicken stock, reserve the rest for gravy

In a 13x9 deep dish pan, crumble cornbread. Add the toasted croissant, soups, sage, leeks, cream, celery and chicken. Now add stock. Drizzle cream on top, bake 450 degrees for 50-60 minutes or until browned.

Sun Dried Tomato and Pancetta Pasta





Then he said to them, "But who do you say that I am?" And Peter answered, "The Christ of God." - Luke 9:20



Prepared pasta, 2 cups

4 oz chopped pancetta
Drizzle olive oil
1 shallot, diced
3 T julienned Sun dried tomatoes
1 T Lemon juice
1/4 c White wine 
1/4 c Water
1 t Sugar
1 t roasted Garlic
2 T Heavy cream
1/2 t-1 t Ted's special spice mix, under seasoning tab this blog
Cracked black pepper

Sauté shallots, sun dried tomatoes and pancetta in a drizzle of olive oil, drain.
Remove and drain on paper towels.
Add all liquid ingredients and seasoning, reduce to a gaze.
Add pancetta mixture back in.
Toss in pasta.
Serve with garlic bread.


Wednesday, November 18, 2015

Smoked Turkey Leg Green Beans






26 And it had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not see death before he had seen the Lord's Christ.
27 And he came in the Spirit into the temple, and when the parents brought in the child Jesus, to do for him according to the custom of the Law,
28 he took him up in his arms and blessed God and said,
29 "Lord, now you are letting your servant depart in peace, according to your word; 
30 for my eyes have seen your salvation 
31 that you have prepared in the presence of all peoples, 
32 a light for revelation to the Gentiles, and for glory to your people Israel."  - Luke 2:26-32








2lbs Fresh green beans
1 Onion, sliced
1 T Chicken base seasoning
1/2 t Garlic granules
Drizzle Olive oil
1/2 t Cajun seasoning
Cracked black pepper
1 Smoked turkey leg, cut meat 
2 c Water

Boil until green beans are tender.

Monday, November 16, 2015

Carb Friendly Fake Creamed Potatoes






18 And Jesus came and said to them, "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me.
19 Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit,
20 teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age." - Matthew 28:18-20







1 head of cauliflower, cut out stems
2 c Water
1 T Chicken base seasoning
1/2 t garlic granules
1/2 t Cajun seasoning
Cracked black pepper to taste

Whipping ingredients:
2 T cream cheese
1 pat butter
1 t Parsley
2 T Parmesan Reggiano 
1 T heavy cream

This is one of those things you see and don't believe but say what the heck, I'll give it a try.
They were delicious! 
I had a 4 inch head which had only 13 g of carbs.

Boil the cauliflower in the seasoned water for 10 minutes.
Drain all the water.
While the cauliflower is still warm, add the whipping ingredients.
Beat with mixer until fluffy.

Thursday, November 12, 2015

Bourbon Brown Sugar Bananas on Belgium Waffles









3 O LORD, what is man that you regard him, or the son of man that you think of him? 
4 Man is like a breath; his days are like a passing shadow.  - Psalm 144:3-4





3 bananas, sliced 
1 pat butter
1/4 c brown sugar
2 T bourbon
1 T vanilla
2 T heavy cream

Belgium waffles, recipe under breakfast tab 

Melt butter in a sauté pan, add brown sugar, vanilla and bourbon.
Cook 2 minutes.
Add bananas and cream. 
Sauté until sauce slightly thickens.


Wednesday, November 11, 2015

Sausage and Spicy Pimento Cheese Croissants





I cry to you, O LORD; I say, "You are my refuge, my portion in the land of the living."  - Psalm 142:5





Cook sausage patty till crisp.
Toast croissant.
Spread pimento cheese on croissant.
Yum, enjoy.

Monday, November 9, 2015

Smoked Jalapeño Mac and Cheese








Alas for the day! For the day of the LORD is near, and as destruction from the Almighty it comes.  - Joel 1:15







1/2 of a jalapeño, chopped
1 shallot
1 t roasted garlic, mashed
Drizzle of olive oil for sautéing pepper and shallot 
1 box of elbow macaroni, cooked al dente
1 c velveeta
1/2 c smoked Gouda
1/4 c Gruyere 
1/4 c mozzarella 
1/2 c sharp cheddar
1 t smoked paprika
1 t dry mustard
Salt and pepper to taste
1 c half and half
1/2 c heavy cream
Extra half and half


Topping
2 beaten eggs
1 c sharp cheddar

Place the cooked and cooled macaroni in a 13x9 foil pan.
Drizzle oil in sauce pan, add shallot, peppers and garlic and cook until shallots are soft.
Place the half and half, cream, and all the cheeses in the sauce pan with the pepper shallot mix.
Melt the cheese to make the sauce.
Add the seasonings.
Pour sauce on the macaroni and add more half and half so that the macaroni and cheese is creamy.
Sprinkle 1/2 c cheese on top, take a fork and swirl in the beaten eggs. Add the rest of the cheese.
Smoke for 2 hours on 250 degrees.

EJ's Citrus Bourbon BBQ Sauce







But my eyes are toward you, O GOD, my Lord; in you I seek refuge; leave me not defenseless!  - Psalm 141:8







44 oz Heinz ketchup
1/2c to 3/4c white vinegar (according to taste) 
1T Garlic Herb seasoning
1T smoky chipotle Tabasco
2T McCormick Cajun seasoning
1/2c to 3/4c white sugar (according to taste)
1/2 of lime squeezed for the juice
1 T molasses
1/2 t Salt
Cracked black pepper
Dash Worcestershire sauce
1/2 c of Jim Beam



Simmer for 15 minutes.


The flavor of this is tart, sweet and slightly spicy hot with an undertone of yummy bourbon flavor!!!
Taste by dipping a spoon in, shake off excess.
You can adjust the flavor, more sugar or more bourbon etc. as you simmer the sauce.

Saturday, November 7, 2015

Limoncello Creamy Sauce Lobster and Shrimp Pasta






I give you thanks, O LORD, with my whole heart; before the gods I sing your praise;  - Psalm 138:1








4 oz of cooked Langoustine Lobster
10 cooked and cleaned Shrimp 
5 Mushrooms, sliced
1 Leek, sliced
1 pat Butter
Drizzle Olive oil
Cooked Pasta
1/4 c Limoncello 
1/4 c Parmesan
1/4 c pasta water
1/8 c Half and half
1/2 t Chicken base seasoning
Cracked black pepper


Sauté leeks and mushrooms in butter/oil mixture with seasoning base.
Add limoncello, half and half, Parmesan, pasta water and pepper.
Let sauté until thick, add shrimp and lobster.
Heat through.
Toss in pasta.

FIREBIRD'S KNOCK OFF LOBSTER SPINACH QUESO DIP





But I am the LORD your God from the land of Egypt; you know no God but me, and besides me there is no savior.  - Hosea 13:4





1 T OLIVE OIL
1/4 C GARLIC/SHALLOT MIX 
1/2 BAR CREAM CHEESE
1/2 BAG SPINACH
1 T SHRIMP BASE STOCK, RECIPE UNDER FISH/SHRIMP TAB
1/2 CAN TOMATO SOUP
3/4 C EVAPORATED MILK  
1 C PEPPER JACK CHEESE 
1/4 POUND LANGOUSTINE LOBSTER( PUBLIX FROZEN SECTION)



CHOP SPINACH AND LOBSTER. 
IN OIL, SAUTÉ GARLIC/SHALLOT MIXTURE UNTIL SOFT. 
ADD CREAM CHEESE, TOMATO SAUCE, MILK AND JACK CHEESE AND SHRIMP BASE. 
MELT CHEESE AND WHISK TOGETHER UNTIL BLENDED. 
ADD LOBSTER AND SPINACH. 
SIMMER ABOUT 10 MINUTES UNTIL HEATED THROUGH.

Shrimp Base Stock







The LORD will fulfill his purpose for me; your steadfast love, O LORD, endures forever. Do not forsake the work of your hands.  - Psalm 138:8







shrimp tails, I used 10 tails 
2 c water
1 t chicken base seasoning
1/2 c chopped leeks
1 carrot, chopped
1 celery stalk, chopped
1 t roasted garlic, mashed
4 mushroom stems
1 bay leaf
4 sprigs fresh thyme
1/4 teaspoon crushed
Fresh cracked pepper
4 parsley stems



Bring water to boil.
Add all ingredients and simmer 20 minutes.
Strain, reserve liquid and freeze.



Friday, November 6, 2015

Smoked Chicken Noodle and Veggie Stir Fry




5 Those who sow in tears shall reap with shouts of joy! 
6 He who goes out weeping, bearing the seed for sowing, shall come home with shouts of joy, bringing his sheaves with him.  - Psalm 126:5-6








2 c Smoked chicken or rotisserie chicken
Asparagus 
Mushrooms
Leeks
Carrots
1/4 c 1/2 and 1/2
Chicken Ramen noodles, discard flavor pgk and reserve 1 c pasta water
1/4 c White wine
2 heaping T Chicken base seasoning 

Make ramen and set aside.

Veggies:
1 bunch tiny stalk Asparagus 
6 Mushrooms, sliced
1 Leeks, sliced
2 Carrots, matchstick cut
Stir fry in a few drizzles of olive oil until slightly tender.

Add chicken, then add wine, 1/2 and 1/2 , seasoning, and pasta water.
Sauté until sauce reduces and thickens.
Add cooked and drained ramen.

This is an original ej creation. Enjoy!

Thursday, November 5, 2015

Quick and Easy Mini Cinnamon Rolls










Blessed is everyone who fears the LORD, who walks in his ways!  - Psalm 128:1




Pillsbury Crescent Dough Sheets
Cinnamon sugar mixture
Butter in tub 

Glaze 
1/2 c Powdered sugar
1 t Milk
Drop 1/2 & 1/2
Drop Vanilla extract
Needs to be thick but pourable.

Bake 20 minutes on 375 degrees.

Roll out dough.
Sprinkle sugar/cinnamon mixture from end to end.
Take a fork and scrape the butter into tiny shreds.
Scatter over sugared dough.
Roll tightly. 
Slice into rolls.
Pour glaze on top.

Wednesday, November 4, 2015

Pot Likker Greens




Happy New Years!!!


Behold, thus shall the man be blessed who fears the LORD.  - Psalm 128:4






Mixed greens, kale-turnip greens mustards roughly 32 oz
1 Onion, sliced
5 Mushrooms, sliced
1 t roasted Garlic
1 link grilled Smoked sausage
1 t Cajun seasoning
1 T Chicken base seasoning
2 T Sugar
2 t Pepper sauce
Olive oil for sautéing 
Water

Sauté, onions and mushrooms until softened, add roasted garlic.
Add dry seasonings, pepper sauce, sausage and then the water.
Start with 3 c of water.
Add greens next and stir.
You want enough water to come 3/4 of the way to the top of greens. 
Simmer on medium heat for 45 minutes. 
Greens should be tender.
Serve with cornbread.

Tuesday, November 3, 2015

Chimichurri Sauced Smoked Chicken And Broccoli Casserole






Behold, as the eyes of servants look to the hand of their master, as the eyes of a maidservant to the hand of her mistress, so our eyes look to the LORD our God, till he has mercy upon us.  - Psalm 123:2






4 c Smoked Chicken or rotisserie 
1 can cream of Chicken soup
2 T Chimichurri sauce, recipe on sandwich tab
1/4 c White wine
1 c Broccoli florets
1/4 c Mayo 
1/2 t Garlic granules
1/2 t Greek seasoning 
1/4 c Sour cream
1/4 c Cheddar
1 Onion, sliced

Topping
1/4 c Panko 
1/4 c Onion rings in a can
1/2 c Cheddar 

Place Chimichurri sauce in skillet, add onions, broccoli and sauté.
When onions are tender add wine and sauté.
Cut off heat.
Set aside.
Place chicken, soup, mayo and sour cream in a casserole and mix well.
Add seasonings.
Add veggie mix with wine drippings.
Sprinkle Panko, then onion rings and finish with cheese.
Bake 350 degrees for 25 minutes. 

This is an original ej creation!! Enjoy.

EJ's BBQ Sauce Sprite Chicken





Our help is in the name of the LORD, who made heaven and earth.  - Psalm 124:8




Pat of butter
3/4 c BBQ sauce, I make my own
3/4 c Sprite 
6 chicken tenderloins

Melt butter, add Sprite and sauce.
Bring to a boil and add chicken.
Cook covered on medium heat for 10 minutes on each side. 
Keep flipping every couple of minutes until the sauce thickens. Yum!!

Saturday, October 31, 2015

Argentinian Chimichurri Steak Sandwich






Turn to me and be gracious to me, as is your way with those who love your name.  - Psalm 119:132





Sauce:
1/2 c lightly packed chopped flat leaf parsley
1 t roasted garlic, mashed
1/4 t sea salt
1/8 t freshly ground pepper
Pinch chili pepper flakes
1 T fresh oregano leaves 
2 T shallot or onion, minced
1/3 c light olive oil
1 1/2 T red wine vinegar
1 1/2 T fresh lemon juice

Steak:
1 filet
Sliced onion
1 t applewood rub

Onion buns, toasted

Mashed Avocado, optional


Pan sear rubbed steak.
Continue cooking until medium or desired type of doneness.
Slice thin.
Build sandwich in this order.
Toasted bun, sliced steak. Chimichurri sauce, grilled onions, avocado mashed onto bun

Thursday, October 29, 2015

Lemon Herbed Sweet Potato Onion Medley






89 Forever, O LORD, your word is firmly fixed in the heavens. 
90 Your faithfulness endures to all generations; you have established the earth, and it stands fast. 
91 By your appointment they stand this day, for all things are your servants.  - Psalm 119:89-91






Sweet potatoes
Red new potatoes
Onions
Fresh lemon juice
Garlic granules
Greek seasoning 
Fresh rosemary 
Olive oil
Kosher salt 
Malabar pepper

Prepare potatoes and onions by cutting into quarters.
Toss in oil.
Season.
Squeeze lemon over potatoes.
Bake 375 degrees for 50-60  minutes.

Mesquite Rubbed Turbinado Grain Sugar Pan Seared Chops







73 Your hands have made and fashioned me; give me understanding that I may learn your commandments. 
74 Those who fear you shall see me and rejoice, because I have hoped in your word. 
75 I know, O LORD, that your rules are righteous, and that in faithfulness you have afflicted me.  - Psalm 119:73-75







4 center cut bone in pork chops, brine in sugar and salt water for a few hours
Mesquite rub
Coarse sea salt
Malabar pepper
Turbinado grain sugar, use sparingly
Applewood rub

Drizzle olive oil in large skillet.
Remove chops and drain.
Dry with paper towel.
Season chops with salt, pepper, both rubs and grain sugar.
Heat, sear chops.
Flip season on other side.
Cover, reduce heat, cook till internal temp is 150 degrees.

Wednesday, October 28, 2015

Egg Noodle Stir Fry






And those who are wise shall shine like the brightness of the sky above; and those who turn many to righteousness, like the stars forever and ever. - Daniel 12:3






1 c spinach
1 shallot
Drizzle of olive oil
1 c left over cheesy sausage salsa shallot dip
Prepared Egg noodles, 2 cups
1 c Pasta water, plus 1/2 c half and half, reduce to make a sauce
Pinch of nutmeg
2 c chopped Rotisserie chicken

Sauté spinach and leek in a drizzle of olive oil.
Add chicken and dip.
Add noodles and water.
Sauté until sauce is creamy and thickened.

Tuesday, October 27, 2015

Cheesy Sausage Salsa and Shallot Dip







I remember your name in the night, O LORD, and keep your law.  - Psalm 119:55




1 diced shallot
1 lb mild sausage
1/3 of a block of cream cheese, chopped
1 8 oz block of Velveeta, chopped
6 oz of mild Pace Picante salsa

Brown sausage, drain if needed, add shallot.
When shallot is softened, add cheeses and melt on low heat.
Add salsa.
Serve with taco chips.