Sunday, May 13, 2012

Fresh Broccoli Salad

2 large crowns fresh broccoli, rinsed and florets removed
1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese
1 small package of real bacon bits or 6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
1 small red or white onion, chopped
1/2 cup mayonaise
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Mix the first four ingredients together.  Mix the last 3 ingredients together for the dressing.  Combine both.  Chill before serving.  Optional:  dried cranberries, golden raisins or nuts can be added for another flavor.

Stuffed Chicken Breasts

I'm making this tonight for my honey!

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 box Stove-Top stuffing mix
1 can crushed pineapple in juice, divided
1 green pepper, chopped
3/4 cup hot water
2 tablespoons margarine
2 tablespoons vinegar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon ginger

Heat oven to 400 degrees.  Mix hot water and margarine in bowl until margarine melted.  Add the Stove-Top and the provided herb packet to water and combine.  Add the green pepper and 1/2 of the can of pineapple.  Spoon stuffing mixture on chicken and roll tightly and secure on toothpicks.  Place in dish seam side down.  Add remaining stuffing in the middle.  Mix the remainder of the pineapple, vinegar, brown sugar and ginger and top the chicken.  Bake for 30 minutes or until cooked thoroughly.


Tuesday, May 8, 2012

Jalapeno-Honey-Lime Chicken

Healthy eating!

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/3 cup lime juice
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 jalapeno, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1/4 teaspoon onion salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon cumin

Wash the chicken and place in gallon zip-top bag.  Place next 7 ingredients in blender or food processor and process until smooth.  Place in bag and marinate at least 6 hours or overnight.

Preheat oven 400 degrees or grill on medium heat.  Remove chicken and discard marinade.  Cook 20 minutes or until juices run clear.  While baking, baste with following several times:

1/3 cup lime juice
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 jalapeno, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1/4 teaspoon onion salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon cumin

Yes, the baste is the same as the marinade.  You cannot baste with the marinade because it has come in contact with raw food.