Cajun Macaroni and Cheese
A few months ago I ate lunch at John Harvard’s Brew House and was very impressed by their special of the day. Macaroni and Cheese made with sweet butternut squash and Cajun spices, topped with grilled blackened chicken. It sounded a bit bizarre but too good to pass up. The cheese came out very gooey and thick and the combination of the sweet squash and spicy chicken mixed amazingly! I adapted it a bit by making my own homemade croûtons and using these to top it off instead of bread crumbs. Serve along side...
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The Monte Cristo sandwich is said to have first been invented around 1910 in a Paris cafe. Its still served as a popular snack throughout Paris and Switzerland in most bars and cafes. It consists of layers of ham, turkey and cheese sandwiched between 3 slices of country French bread. Its then dipped in a French toast batter and grilled on a hot skillet. Its served with a side of jelly preserve and maple syrup. Its said to have made its way to the United States around the 1950′s and was first served in...
Read MoreChacarero
A Chacarero is a traditional sandwich from Chile. If you are lucky enough to live in Boston, you can stop into the local Chacarero restaurant and order one fresh. If not, you can find all the ingredients at your local grocery store and bring home the tastes of Chile! At the restaurant you have the option of either chicken or beef, plain or BBQ style. The only thing I can not offer you is the authentic Chilean bread that you would get at the restaurant. When I do find the recipe for the bread I will update the...
Read MoreSpinach Feta Orzo Pasta Salad
As summer approaches I thought I would start adding recipes that are easy to make, delicious and also healthy. For you busy people, this recipe can be whipped up in no time. Feel free to add any ingredients that you feel will add to the dish. Sun-dried tomatoes would also go well with this salad. You could also serve this as a side dish to grilled chicken, fish or eat it as is. Also a great dish to prepare at home, store in a Tupperware container and transport to your next outdoor BBQ! INGREDIENTS: 1 (16 ounce)...
Read MoreFresh Corn and Black Bean Salsa
Todays recipe is very healthy and a delicious mix of fresh ingredients that will satisfy your hunger! On top of just eating it as a dip, you can wrap it in a pita or make it into a burrito. It also goes great serving it on top of grilled chicken or fish. You can also make it a head of time, store it in a Tupperware container and bring it to your friends next outdoor BBQ. INGREDIENTS: 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained 4 ears of fresh corn, cooked 1/4 cup red onion, minced 2 garlic cloves, minced 2...
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