Giveaway Coming Soon!

Tell your friends that coming soon, we will be working with our friends at Glee Gum to host a giveaway!  Stay tuned for details!

Signs of Spring

Here in the midwest, the spring thaw cannot possibly arrive soon enough.  For the first sure sign that it might actually warm up soon, I saw signs of new growth in a planter outside of our backdoor.  If you look closely at the picture below, you will see chives starting to grow.  Spring may indeed get here after all.

Happy National Peanut Butter Day!

Have you ever made your own peanut butter?  Try this one for something different.  It is also very kid friendly as well.

Ingredients

• 15 ounces shelled and skinned roasted peanuts
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 1/2 teaspoons honey
• 1 1/2 tablespoons peanut oil

Directions

Place the peanuts, salt and honey into the bowl of a food processor. Process for 1 minute. Scrape down the sides of the bowl. Place the lid back on and continue to process while slowly drizzling in the oil and process until the mixture is smooth, 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. Place the peanut butter in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 months.

Chicken Breasts with Sweet Potato Pecan Butter

This is a simple recipe that provides a lot of flavor, and a quick, easy dinner entree.  These go well with a squash dish or sweet potatoes. 

Ingredients:
Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
Sweet Potato Pecan Butter
Salt
Pepper

Lightly salt and pepper the chicken breasts.  Cover liberally on the top with Sweet Potato Pecan Butter and place on a baking pan.  Place into a preheated oven at 350 degrees for about 40 minutes (depends on the size of the fillets).  Serve and enjoy!

Chipotle Spiced Shrimp

Here's a recipe I stumbled upon this morning.  With the Lenten season coming up, a lot of folks are looking for new seafood ideas and here is one that sounds great.  Check out the link to The Foodie in You and let them know how it turns out when you make a batch!

Mini Nachos

If you are looking for a nice twist to a appetizer, try this.

Ingredients:

1 lb  Ground Italian Sausage
1      Package Flat Corn Tortilla Chips (bite size or slightly larger)
8 oz Shredded Cheddar Cheese or Mexican Blend Cheese
Candied Jalapenos

Brown and drain the Italian sausage.  Place chips side by side on a baking sheet.  Add to each chip a layer of sausage and then cheese.  Top each with a candied jalapeno ring.  Place the sheet into a preheated 350 degree oven and bake until the cheese melts.  Place on a platter and serve.

Salsa Giveaway!

What are you making for the big game?

With the Super Game this Sunday being one of the biggest social events of the season, everyone gets a chance to have their own little (or big) tailgate spread. With that in mind, what is it that you will be featuring on your game day table?

There are a variety of ways to get yourself into this contest.

1: Be a follower of this blog and leave a comment of what you will be having.

2: Post a picture of your creation on here and receive an entry.

3: Be a fan of our Facebook Fan Page and receive an entry.

4: Post a picture of your creation on our Facebook Fan Page to receive an entry.

5: Refer a friend who becomes a follower of this blog and mentions your name and you will both receive an entry.

6: Refer a friend to our Facebook Fan Page and if they mention your name, you will both receive an entry.

7: Follow us on Twitter and receive an entry.

All entries must be received by noon (CST) on Monday, February 7th 2011 to be eligible. Have fun and enjoy the game.