Archives for September, 2012

Kicked Up Rice

This is by far my favorite rice recipe. I love the “nutty” flavor of the Basmati rice along with the aromatic kick you get with the scallions, garlic, and wine.  I like to wash my rice before cooking it to rid it of any chemical residue.  Studies just out said that rice picks up traces […]

Shrimp Scampi on the Barbie

I have cooked this dish many times in a wok on top of the stove, but the grill definitely enhances the flavor of the shrimp.  I actually use a wok with holes made for the grill to cook it in.  It is easier to toss the shrimp to make sure it is cooked evenly.  I […]

Don’t Be Chicken to Cook This One!

Italian cooks call this “Pollo Alla Cacciatora” – a variation of “Chicken Caccatore” that’s made with bacon for a deeper, heartier flavor.  I like to serve this with Barilla whole grain fettuccine, which really soaks up the sauce.  I know I am adding carbs, but a hard crusty bread would go great with this dish […]

Tantalizing Taco Salad

One of my favorite meals.  This taco filling is not too spicy so the kids are big fans of it.  You can always add hot sauce if you want to kick it up a notch.  My family is in love with “Sriracha Hot Chili Sauce”, which is an Asian hot sauce found in most stores.  […]