Almond Crunch

Luke 19:10

For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost."

3/4 cup sliced almonds

7 tablespoons real butter, plus more for pan

1/2 cup sugar

2 tablespoons milk

1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

Preheat oven to 400 F. Line a 9-x13-inch, 2-inch deep baking pan with foil. Butter the foil. Set pan aside.

In a large skillet, combine all ingredients; stir over medium-high heat until butter melts and mixture bubbles around the edges. Reduce heat to medium, and cook 2 minutes more.

Pour into prepared pan, spreading to coat bottom. Bake 10 minutes or until golden brown. Watch carefully, it will burn. Cool in pan. Peel off foil and break into pieces.

Knock Off Longhorn Marinated Salmon

 

 

Psalm 108:3-4

    [3] I will give thanks to you, O LORD, among the peoples;

        I will sing praises to you among the nations. 

    [4] For your steadfast love is great above the heavens;

        your faithfulness reaches to the clouds.

4-7 oz skin salmon Filets ( I had a total of 7 pieces, so I doubled the marinade recipe, divided it between 2 gallon zip lock bags and reserved 1/4 c 

4 Hour Marinade(double for more salmon pieces)

3 T Bourbon

3 T brown sugar

2 T olive oil

3 T low sodium Soy sauce

1 T Ginger, diced

3 T mashed roasted garlic

1/2 of a small lime juiced

1/4 t coarse black pepper 

1/8 c diced sweet onion

Put in blender and pulse to incorporate 

Add salmon to bags, marinate for 4 hrs ( don't go longer your fish will dry our because of the lime juice)

Turn pieces occasionally 

Grill, pan fry or bake 

Grease pan, grill or parchment for your preferred method of cooking

Internal temp should be 145 degrees

Do not overcook

Before cooking, drizzle a little reserved marinade over pieces 

Serve with seasoned steamed broccoli and roasted red pepper rice pilaf

 

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Roasted Red Pepper Rice Pilaf

Psalm 109:26-27

    [26] Help me, O LORD my God!

        Save me according to your steadfast love! 

    [27] Let them know that this is your hand;

        you, O LORD, have done it!

1 c Jasmine rice (rinse until water is clear, 4 or 5 times, drain and set aside 

In a thick bottom pan melt 

2 T butter

Add

1/2 c diced onion

1 T roasted garlic

1/4 c chopped roasted red bell peppers 

Cook 2 minutes 

Add drained rice

1 T chopped parsley 

Stir fry rice 5 minutes continually moving rice 

Add 

2 c chicken stock

Cover, set to simmer and cook 15 minutes stirring once

Serve with salmon and steamed broccoli 

Sous Vide Stuffed Chicken Breast

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Psalm 105:7

    [7] He is the LORD our God;

        his judgments are in all the earth.

Sous Vide at 150 degree for 2 and 1/2 hour

4 chicken breast butterfly and pounded thin 

Wood fired Garlic Steak seasoning for chicken breast 

DIY Shallot and herb Boursin cheese

Shredded Mozzarella cheese

Spinach and Arugula mix

Spread Boursin on butterflied chicken 

Add greens, then cheese

Fold over and tie or use toothpicks

Place in zip bag and squeeze air out

Immerse in water

Cook

Remove from bag and slice in thick chunks and sear in butter or oil

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DIY Shallot and Herb Boursin

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Psalm 106:1

Give Thanks to the LORD, for He Is Good

    [1] Praise the LORD!

    Oh give thanks to the LORD, for he is good,

        for his steadfast love endures forever!

An ej original recipe!

1/2 stick softened butter

1 c spreadable cream cheese

1 small Shallot, diced

1 t Garlic granules 

1/2 t onion powder 

1 t dried Trader Joe Soffitto 

1/4 t rosemary 

1/4 t oregano 

1/4 t thyme

1/4 t salt

1/4 t black pepper 

Mix well and refrigerate 

Italian Grinder Salad

 

 

 

2 Corinthians 5:10

[10] For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, so that each one may receive what is due for what he has done in the body, whether good or evil.

Dressing

1/8 c Olive Garden Italian dressing 

1/2 c Mayo

2 T red wine vinegar

1 T Greek pepper juice

1 T diced Greek peppers

1 t garlic granules 

1 t oregano

1/2 t each salt and pepper

1/2 t sugar

Mix and set aside

Salad

Shredded lettuce

Baby Arugula and baby spinach 

Vidalia onion slices

Sweet tomatoes 

Chopped Greek peppers

Chopped Greek Castelvetrano olives

Chopped ham and Pepperoni (salami if u like it, we don't)

Chopped Swiss or provolone

Grated Parmesan 

Toss before serving!

Asian Blistered Green Beans

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2 Corinthians 5:8-9

[8] Yes, we are of good courage, and we would rather be away from the body and at home with the Lord. [9] So whether we are at home or away, we make it our aim to please him.

2 T teriyaki sauce

2 T Soy sauce 

Make sauce set aside

1 T sesame oil

2 T roasted Garlic

1 lb petite green beans

Salt and pepper to taste

Steam beans for 3 minutes in microwave 

Heat oil in skillet

Add beans and garlic, stir fry until slightly tender

Add sauce and seasoning

Serve 

Knock Off Taco Bell Ground Chicken Tacos

 

 

 

Psalm 94:19

    [19] When the cares of my heart are many,

        your consolations cheer my soul.

1 lb ground Chicken

1 c beef stock

1 T cornstarch 

1 envelope of Taco Bell seasoning

Salt to taste

Put in skillet and cook 15-20 minutes until done, mash the chicken while cooking to look like Taco Bell beef (we like to use chicken)

Crunchy Taco shells, heat according to pkg directions 

Toppings

Mild Taco Bell sauce

Chopped Tomatoes 

Chopped Lettuce

Sour cream 

Cheese (used smoked shredded Gouda) 

Homemade Chorizo Patties made with Fresh Ground Pork and Pork Belly Fat

 

 

 

 

Romans 8:37-39

[37] No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. [38] For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, [39] nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.

An ej original recipe!

1 lb ground Pork 

1/4 c soft fat trimmed off pork belly

Grind in food processor to incorporate 

Seasoning mix

1 T ground Ancho/Pasilla chili spice

1 t salt

1/2 t black Pepper 

1 t brown sugar 

1 T smoked paprika 

1/2 t ground toasted cumin

1/2 t ground Mexican oregano 

1/4 t ground coriander 

1/4 t ground cloves

1 T mashed roasted garlic

1 t olive oil

1 T Apple cider vinegar 

Mix well into pork/fat mixture

Refrigerate for 1 hr to meld flavors

Freeze or cook

To cook frozen, add water into heated skillet until it thaws then fry weighted, covered with foil until crispy on outside

I made a breakfast croissant sandwich using this chorizo, Pepperoni, cheese and fried egg

Delicious 

Green Onion Chicken Meatballs in Mushroom Fresh Fennel Balsamic Gravy

Ecclesiastes 12:7

[7] and the dust returns to the earth as it was, and the spirit returns to God who gave it.

An ej original recipe!

Desired amount small egg noodles, cook set aside and reserve water

Green Onion Chicken Meatballs

1 lb ground chicken 

1 T mashed roasted garlic

1 t oregano 

1 t onion powder

1 t basil

1 t parsley

1 t Fennel seeds

1 t smoked paprika 

1 t salt

1 t black pepper

1/4 c diced green onions

1/4 t red pepper flakes 

1 t Honey

1 t Olive oil

Mix and refrigerate for 30 minutes to let flavors held.

Fry in clarified butter oil mixture.

Build gravy, ingredient below.

Gravy

Pan drippings from Meatballs 

2 c Beef stock

1/4 c Rhone red wine ( I love Cotes-du-Rhône from Costco)

1 t white balsamic vinegar 

1 t Worcestershire sauce

1/2 t salt

1/2 t black pepper

1/8 c chopped mushrooms 

1/8 c chopped Fennel 

Pasta water to the desired amount of gravy

Serve over noodles!

Air Fryer No Peek Chicken

Psalm 91:1-2

My Refuge and My Fortress

    [1] He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High

        will abide in the shadow of the Almighty. 

    [2] I will say to the LORD, “My refuge and my fortress,

        my God, in whom I trust.”

An ej original recipe!

Air Fryer Mode

375 degrees 

13x9 foil pan tightly covered with foil

40 minutes or until chicken pieces reach 165 degrees

1-2 boneless skinless chicken breast cut in half lengthwise and cut into 2-3 inch chunks (keep about the same size)

(This step isn't necessary but I brined my pieces in salt sugar water for 30 minutes before seasoning)

Sprinkle Kinder Wood fired seasoning on chicken pieces 

Set aside

1 qt of Rice ( I used sticky white rice I keep in freezer) it was thawed 

2 cups Chicken bone broth 

1/2 c diced Mushrooms 

DIY Shallot soup mix* or pkg of onion soup mix

1 can Cream if chicken soup

Dump rice in pan

Add mushrooms, soup, broth and stir to mix

Lay Seasoned chicken pieces on top

Sprinkle dry Shallot soup mix over rice and chicken 

Cover tightly, bake till chicken reaches 165 degrees, around 40 minutes 

Serve with tossed Salad 

* DIY Shallot dry soup mix

1 T dry beef broth seasoning 

1 T dried shallots

1/8 t onion powder

1/8 t garlic granules 

1/8 t celery seeds

1/8 t smoked paprika 

1/8 t coarse black pepper 

1/8 dried parsley 

Mix and set aside

Panang Curry Chicken and Shrimp over Stick Rice

Psalm 84:1-2

My Soul Longs for the Courts of the LORD

To the choirmaster: according to The Gittith. A Psalm of the Sons of Korah.

    [1] How lovely is your dwelling place,

        O LORD of hosts! 

    [2] My soul longs, yes, faints

        for the courts of the LORD;

    my heart and flesh sing for joy

        to the living God.

6 Chicken tenders, cut on diagonal into 1/4 inch thin pieces

10 Shrimp, cleaned and tail removed( I used frozen reds)

1 can un-sweet coconut milk(separate heavy thick cream from the thin liquid) reserve both

1 level Panang curry paste (this is spicy so adjust to your liking)

1 T brown sugar 

1/2 t Molasses 

Salt and pepper to taste

1 t basil, crush 

1/2 t kariff powder or a squeeze of lime

1/2 t anchovy paste( u can skip this)

1 T Soy sauce

1 onion sliced thin

2 c broccoli florets 

Melt the heavy thick cream in a large skillet or wok.

Add chicken pieces and cook 5 minutes.

Flip chicken to insure even cooking.

Add the Panang curry and mash into the melted cream.

Add all the seasonings, Soy, anchovy paste, and the veggies.

Cook 2 minutes, add shrimp, cook 2-4 minutes until shrimp is slightly tender.

Mine was frozen so it took 4 minutes. 

Serve over sticky rice along side egg rolls.

Deconstructed Ground Chicken Egg Roll over Sticky Rice

 

 

 

Psalm 84:11-12

    [11] For the LORD God is a sun and shield;

        the LORD bestows favor and honor.

    No good thing does he withhold

        from those who walk uprightly. 

    [12] O LORD of hosts,

        blessed is the one who trusts in you!

An ej original recipe!

Sticky rice, set aside

Won-ton wrappers cut into strips

Fry to crispy, lightly salt and set aside 

1 pkg. slaw mix, small

Cook covered in microwave for 5 minutes.

Set aside and cool.

1 lb ground chicken 

1 c green onions, chopped

1 T roasted Garlic, mashed

1 T toasted sesame oil

1 T sugar

2 T sushi ginger, chopped

2 T Soy sauce

2 T sweet chili Thai sauce

Stir fry until onions are tender.

Add chicken and cook until done. 

Stir in the veggies and just heat.

Serve over sticky rice.

Drizzle with sweet chili Thai sauce. 

The drizzle is optional but oh so delicious!