Caprese Cherry Tomatoes and Mozzarella Cheese

23 And not only the creation, but we ourselves, who have the firstfruits of the Spirit, groan inwardly as we wait eagerly for adoption as sons, the redemption of our bodies.

24 For in this hope we were saved. Now hope that is seen is not hope. For who hopes for what he sees?

25 But if we hope for what we do not see, we wait for it with patience.

26 Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words.

27 And he who searches hearts knows what is the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for the saints according to the will of God. - Romans 8:23-27

Cherry tomatoes

Mozzarella cheese

Balsamic glaze

Salt 

Pepper

Fresh chopped basil

Wooden skewers

Using skewer, start with tomato then cheese and repeat 5 times ending with a tomato.

Drizzle with balsamic glaze and season, refrigerate until serving.

Whiskey Glazed Beef Filet Kabobs

4 You are severed from Christ, you who would be justified by the law; you have fallen away from grace.

5 For through the Spirit, by faith, we ourselves eagerly wait for the hope of righteousness. - Galatians 5:4-5

An ej original!

4 beef filet, got mine at Costco 

Glaze

1/4 c soy sauce

1 T hickory liquid smoke

1/4 c Worcestershire sauce

1/8 c sweet chili Thai sauce 

1/8 c whiskey, I use Jack Daniel for my cooking 

Add glaze ingredients to gal zip lock and place marinated steak  pieces in and marinate for 1 hour, flipping occasionally.

While steak marinates, cut onions and mushrooms. 

Using wooden skewers, start with onion chunk, then mushroom and next steak.

Repeat for a total of 3 times.

Using a large pan, place rack on pan.

Broil on rack for 10-15 minutes on each side.

15 minutes was medium well.

Time is according to your steak preference.

Different Twist on Fried Okra

9 Therefore God has highly exalted him and bestowed on him the name that is above every name,

10 so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth,

11 and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. - Philippians 2:9-11

2 c frozen okra

1/8 c cornstarch 

1 t flour

1 t cornmeal

1/4 t Garlic granules 

Salt and pepper to taste

3 T Olive oil for frying

Fry in 2 batches.

Add all ingredients to semi thawed okra.

Heat oil to medium, add okra, let cook on one side till crispy.

Flip and repeat.

Phanaeng ( Panang) Curry Chicken with Bell Pepper

Trust in the LORD forever, for the LORD GOD is an everlasting rock.  - Isaiah 26:4

This is a lovely Thai dish!

Panang is also a correct pronunciation.

It's spicy, sweet and so flavorful.

It can very made with beef, chicken, pork or shrimp. 

I cheated and used a ready made sauce which I jazzed up.

4 large Chicken tenderloins, silver piece removed and cut into small chunks, seasoned with season salt and basil 

Clarified butter for sautéing  

1 c bell pepper, cut into thin strips ( I used green) 

1 t basil

Panang curry sauce (Tantara brand)

1/4 t black strap molasses 

1/4 t toasted sesame oil

1/4 t sumac

1 t Honey

Salt to taste

Sauté chicken and pepper in clarified butter.

This took maybe 5-7 minutes.

Add 1/2 of the bottle of sauce.

Add the rest of ingredients.

Serve over rice.

Unconventional Cinnamon Roll Waffles

16 The king is not saved by his great army; a warrior is not delivered by his great strength. 

17 The war horse is a false hope for salvation, and by its great might it cannot rescue. 

18 Behold, the eye of the LORD is on those who fear him, on those who hope in his steadfast love, 

19 that he may deliver their soul from death and keep them alive in famine. 

20 Our soul waits for the LORD; he is our help and our shield. 

21 For our heart is glad in him, because we trust in his holy name. 

22 Let your steadfast love, O LORD, be upon us, even as we hope in you.  - Psalm 33:16-22

I saw this recipe on Delish.com.

The recipe creator was Micah Morton.

Grand kids loved them!

I changed the recipe a little.

Batter

3 large croissants or 9 oz. brioche bread cut into small pieces ( I used a combination of the two) 

1/4 c cornstarch

1 c whole milk

2 large eggs

1 t vanilla 

1 t pure maple extract

1 1/2 t ground cinnamon

3 T butter, melted

2 oz cream cheese, keep cold

2 T light brown sugar

Maple syrup, for serving

ICING

3/4 c powdered sugar

4 T milk

Preheat waffle maker. 

Spray with non stick spray.

Place bread cubes in mixing bowl toss with cornstarch and set aside. 

In another bowl whisk together milk, eggs, vanilla and cinnamon. 

Pour over bread mixture, then add in butter and mix well.

In a small bowl, mix together cream cheese and brown sugar. 

Drop small chunks of the cream cheese/brown sugar mixture into bread mixture and distribute evenly without breaking the chunks apart.

Scoop full half-cups of mixture onto hot waffle iron. 

Spread mixture out with a heatproof spatula and close the waffle iron, pressing down firmly.

Make icing: Use a fork to whisk together powdered sugar and milk, then drizzle icing over the waffles.

Once the waffle rises, check for deep brown color and remove to a plate. 

Serve with icing and syrup.

Grilled Chicken Adobo Club Torta

 1 I lift up my eyes to the hills. From where does my help come? 

2 My help comes from the LORD, who made heaven and earth. 

3 He will not let your foot be moved; he who keeps you will not slumber. 

4 Behold, he who keeps Israel will neither slumber nor sleep. 

5 The LORD is your keeper; the LORD is your shade on your right hand. 

6 The sun shall not strike you by day, nor the moon by night. 

7 The LORD will keep you from all evil; he will keep your life. 

8 The LORD will keep your going out and your coming in from this time forth and forevermore.  - Psalms 121

4 pieces grilled chicken, flatten, season and grill in butter

Clarified butter

Onions slices to grill

I used my stove cast iron griddle to cook chicken and onions. 

Afterwards, I scraped griddle and placed kaiser rolls with the cheese to warm.

Seasoning mix

1/2 of a Fresh lime juiced, squeeze over chicken

2 T Dry Adobo seasoning( I buy this at World Market)

2 T Smoked paprika

1 t Ancho Chili powder

4 Kaiser rolls 

Canadian bacon slices

Shredded Quesadilla cheese

Lettuce

Tomato slices 

Chipotle in Adobo Mayo

1 t chipotle in Adobo 

1 t fresh Lime juice

2 T Mayo

Mix together.

Build sandwich.

To one side of kaiser rolls, add cheese then chicken, grilled onions, ham.

To the other side add chipotle mayo, lettuce and tomato.

This torta was delicious!

Mexican Chicken Suiza

Plead my cause and redeem me; give me life according to your promise!  - Psalm 119:154

Stuffing

3 c rotisserie chicken breast, pulled

1 small onion, diced

1 T roasted Garlic

1 t Cumin

1 t smoked Paprika

1/2 t Coriander 

1/2 t sumac 

1/2 t salt

3 T Whiskey

2 T olive oil

Bloom herbs in oil for 1 minute.

Add onions and garlic.

Sauté 2 minutes.

Add chicken.

Sauté 2 minutes.

Add whiskey and sauté 1 minute.

Add 1/4 c of the white sauce at the end.

Set off heat.

White Sauce 

8 oz Herdez Salsa verde

1 can of evaporated milk

1 c Queso Fresco Cheese( Aldi)

1/2 t toasted cumin

Smoked Salt

Pinch of sugar

Black pepper

Bring to light boil, cook, stirring for 5 minutes.

Set aside.

8 flour tortillas, small 

1 c Frito Lay bean dip

Spread bean dip on tortillas, add chicken filling.

In a 13x9 pan add enough of the white sauce just to cover.

Roll and turn seam down.

Place filled and rolled tortillas on sauce.

Cover tortillas with rest of sauce, cover top with cheese topping and seal in foil.

Bake preheated 350 degree oven for 45 minutes 

Cheese Topping

Quesadilla cheese( Wal Mart )

Reuben Croissant Bites

Remember your mercy, O LORD, and your steadfast love, for they have been from of old.  - Psalm 25:6

1 can of crescent rolls

1-1/2 c chopped Pastrami 

1 c dry sour kraut, squeeze with paper towel to remove some of the liquid. 

1/2 c Russian dressing

1 c shredded Gruyere cheese

1 beaten egg white, for top crust

Half the crescent rolls.

Roll out to a large square.

Divide into 2 pieces to make a top and bottom.

Bake in preheated 375 degree oven for 10 minutes or until it is lightly brown.

Prepare filling.

Chop Pastrami, add dried kraut, and salad dressing. 

Fry in skillet until slightly crispy.

Place on toasted bread bottom.

Add cheese, then top.

Brush top with egg white.

Bake 20 minutes or until slightly brown.

Cool and cut into squares with a pizza cutter.

Grand kids raved about these yummy bites!

Brioche Garlic Cheesy Bread

20 You who have made me see many troubles and calamities will revive me again; from the depths of the earth you will bring me up again. 

21 You will increase my greatness and comfort me again.  - Psalm 71:20-21

Sliced Brioche bread

Olive oil

Salt

Pepper

Roasted garlic

Parmesan cheese

Drizzle oil lightly on bread.

Take mashed roasted garlic and spread on bread. 

Salt and pepper.

Add cheese and toast under broiler.

Slice each piece into 3 servings.

BBQ Pork Fried Potatoes and Onions

I will never forget your precepts, for by them you have given me life.  - Psalm 119:93

1 c BBQ pork, chopped

1/4 c BBQ sauce, I make my own, recipe this blog under sauces tab

2 Potatoes, yellow butter potatoes, microwave    covered 3 minutes on each side

Oil for frying, I use light olive oil

1 small Onion

Garlic salt

Seasoned salt

Smoked paprika

1/4 c Smoky Gouda shredded cheese

Add oil to skillet, just cover bottom.

Heat to medium hot.

Slice potatoes into 1/4 inch rounds, then chunks.

Add them to hot oil.

When they begin to crisp up, add onions.

Using paper towels, soak up excess oil.

Turn off heat.

Toss BBQ pork in sauce and add to hot fried potatoes.

Top with cheese.

Foil Veggie Pack

Your hands have made and fashioned me; give me understanding that I may learn your commandments.  - Psalm 119:73

Colored Bell peppers, cut into strips

Onions, sliced 

Yellow Squash, sliced

Asparagus 

Broccoli, cut into florets

1/4 c Olive Garden salad dressing

1/2 t Seasoned salt

1 t Smoked paprika 

1/2 t Aleppo pepper

Clarified butter, drizzle over veggies

Place in foil packs and seal.

Bake 425 degree oven for 30 minutes.