Category: BLOG 366

APPLE PIE PORK CHOPS ~ BLOG 366.208

APPLE PIE PORK CHOPS Yield 4-6 servings
4-6 1 inch THICK boneless pork chops
FRESH ground sea salt and black pepper
6 ounce package Stove Top Stuffing mix, prepared per package
21 ounce can Comstock apple pie filling
1-2 ounces avocado oil

  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • In a large skillet heat oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  • Season pork chops all over and add to oil, browning 3-4 minutes per side.
  • Lightly grease 9×13 baking dish.
  • Spread pie filling evenly over the bottom of the baking dish.
  • Layer pork chops over the pie filling.
  • Layer the stuffing mix over the pork chops.
  • Cover and bake for 35 minutes.
  • Uncover and bake 10 minutes longer.

NOTE: Changing the fruit flavor can give you a new and more complex flavor profile. I really like these with cherry, apricot, peach or pineapple also.

CRISPY PARMESAN POTATOES ~ BLOG 366.200

This dish works well with mashed potatoes for a more elegant look or shredded potatoes for that rustic feel and tastes fantastic either way.

CRISPY PARMESAN POTATOES
5 pounds russet potatoes
FRESH ground sea salt and black pepper
1 1/2 cups sour cream (FULL fat)
10 tablespoons butter, melted and divided
1/2 cup whole milk (if using mashed)
1 1/2 cups powdered Parmesan cheese or FINELY grated
2 cups grated Monterey jack cheese
1 cup FINELY grated Parmesan cheese
1 SMALL bunch green onions, minced
2 mini red peppers, sliced thin
1 1/2 cups French’s fried onions

  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • Grease 9×9 baking dish.

 

  • For the mashed version, peel and cook potatoes in boiling water until fork tender.
  • Drain.
  • Combine the potatoes with the whole milk, 5 tablespoons melted butter and sour cream, blending until potatoes are smooth.
  • Fold in the 1 1/2 cups powdered Parmesan and Jack cheeses.
  • Fold in peppers and green onions.
  • Transfer the potatoes to the baking dish.
  • Combine the fried onions, 1 cup FINELY grated Parmesan cheese and remaining butter.
  • Sprinkle evenly over the potatoes.
  • Bake 45 minutes until heated through and golden. Tent with foil after 25 minutes to prevent burning.

 

  • For the shredded version, peel and rough grate potatoes, drying in cheesecloth.
  • Combine the potatoes with 5 tablespoons melted butter and sour cream.
  • Fold in the 1 1/2 cups powdered Parmesan and Jack cheeses.
  • Fold in peppers and green onions.
  • Transfer the potatoes to the baking dish.
  • Combine the fried onions, 1 cup FINELY grated Parmesan cheese and remaining butter.
  • Sprinkle evenly over the potatoes.
  • Bake 45 minutes until heated through and golden. Tent with foil after 25 minutes to prevent burning.

BAKED FIRECRACKER CHICKEN ~ BLOG 366.198

This firecracker chicken recipe is chunks of crispy chicken tossed in a sweet and spicy sauce. An easy dinner option that the whole family will love!

FIRECRACKER CHICKEN serves 4

1 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1 inch pieces
FRESH ground sea salt and black pepper, to taste
1/3 cup cornstarch
2 LARGE eggs beaten
3 tablespoons avocado oil
1/3 cup FRANK’S original hot sauce
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes or more to taste
1/4 cup sliced green onions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°.
  • Coat a 9″x13″ baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Place the chicken pieces on a plate and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Sprinkle the cornstarch over the chicken and toss to coat evenly.
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Dip each piece of chicken into the beaten eggs.
Heat the oil over high heat in a large pan.
  • Place the chicken in a single layer and cook for 3-4 minutes on ALL sides or until golden brown. You may have to work in batches. DO NOT CROWD PAN!!
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Place the chicken pieces in a single layer in the baking dish.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the buffalo sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar and red pepper flakes.

  • Pour the sauce over the chicken.
  • Bake for 35 minutes, stirring once halfway through to coat the chicken with the sauce.
  • Top with green onions and serve.


GREEN CHILE BEEF CALDILLO ~ BLOG 366.194

I saw this recipe on facebook and it looked oh so good!!! I just had to try it and am extremely pleased by the results.

GREEN CHILE BEEF CALDILLO

This thick, spicy, and flavorful dish becomes the MOST satisfying soup or stew you’ve ever had.

3 tablespoons avocado oil
1 1/2 – 2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
FRESH ground sea salt and pepper, to taste
1 LARGE onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound tomatillos, husked and chopped
3-4 green chiles (such as poblano or Anaheim), roasted, peeled, and chopped
1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped (optional for extra heat)
4 cups beef broth
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
FRESH cilantro, chopped for garnish
Lime wedges, for serving (optional)

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
  • Season the beef with salt and pepper.
  • Add the beef to the pot in batches, browning on all sides.
  • Transfer the browned beef to a plate.
  • Add the onion to same pan, cooking 3-5 minutes until softened.
  • Add the garlic, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
  • Stir in the chopped tomatillos, green chiles, and jalapeño (if using), cooking 5-7 minutes until the tomatillos start to break down.
  • Return the browned beef to the pot. SEE NOTE
  • Add the beef broth, ground cumin, and dried oregano, bringing the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
  • Simmer, partially covered for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or until the beef is very tender.
  • Taste and adjust the seasoning to taste with additional salt and pepper if needed.
  • Ladle into bowls.
  • Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges and warm tortillas on the side.

NOTE: At this point I usually use the slow cooker for 4-6 hours.

BEEF FILET BITES IN BALSAMIC SAUCE ~ BLOG 366.193

This recipe is inspired by Olive Garden’s Beef Filets in Balsamic Sauce. You can serve it with pasta, mashed potatoes or a baked potato and salad to have the perfect date night or company meal.

BEEF FILET BITES IN BALSAMIC SAUCE

4 tablespoons avocado oil
4 tablespoons butter
1 medium Vidalia onion, sliced thin
1/2 SMALL red pepper, diced small
FRESH ground sea salt and black pepper, to taste
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup Marsala wine
1/2 cup beef broth
2 tablespoons QUALITY balsamic vinegar
2 pounds beef tenderloins, cut into bite sized pieces
1/4 cup WONDRA
FRESH rosemary sprigs
FRESH chopped parsley

  • Heat oil and butter in large skillet over medium high heat.
  • Dredge beef pieces in seasoned flour, shake off excess.
  • Add beef pieces to pan and sear 3-5 minutes. Remove beef and keep warm.
  • Add onion slices, season with salt and pepper and cook 10 minutes or until caramelized.
  • Add wines, broth and vinegar, bringing to a SLOW boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer 10-15 minutes or until reduced by half.
  • Add beef back in and heat through.
  • Garnish and serve immediately.