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Steak Tacos with Lime Mayo

Posted on April 27, 2013 by Kaitlin

I had corn tortillas left over from making the Fish Tacos with Tomatillo Sauce. I needed another taco recipe that was completely different flavor-wise than the fish tacos, so I went for Cooking Light’s Steak Tacos with Lime Mayo in the May issue. (Note: the May issue has a ton of taco recipes, even a dessert one!) Ingredients: 20 baby sweet peppers Cooking spray 1 teaspoon ground chipotle chile pepper 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1 (1-pound) flank steak, trimmed 3 tablespoons canola mayonnaise the zest and juice of 1 lime 2 garlic cloves, mined 8 (6-inch) corn tortillas 1/2 cup refrigerated fresh salsa 2 ounces queso fresco, crumbled (about 1/2 cup)

Fish Tacos with Tomatillo Sauce

Posted on April 25, 2013 by Kaitlin

I’m having a busy week at work, so I need some quick meals that still taste delicious but I can make in no time. My go-to for quick meals are Cooking Light’s tacos. I don’t know how they do it, but their taco recipes are awesome. Here’s one of their newest, from this month’s issue. Ingredients: 3 garlic cloves 2 medium tomatillos, husked and rinsed 1/2 medium jalapeno pepper 1/2 cup cilantro stems 3 tablespoons canola mayonnaise 1/2 teaspoon sugar 3/8 teaspoon salt, divided 2 cups very thinly sliced red cabbage 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 4 (6-ounce) tilapia fillets 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Cooking spray 8 (6-inch) corn tortillas 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves

Crab Cakes with Spicy Remoulade

Posted on January 3, 2013 by Kaitlin

I realized I have never posted a recipe for crab cakes. That is ridiculous! So today’s the day. I found this recipe in one of my Cooking Light recipes and altered it a bit for what I happened to have in my pantry. Crab cakes: 1 pound jumbo lump crabmeat, shell pieces removed 2 tablespoons finely chopped green bell pepper 1 1/2 tablespoons canola mayonnaise 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 2 green onions, finely chopped 1 large egg, lightly beaten 1 cup bread crumbs, divided 2 tablespoons canola oil, divided Remoulade: 1/4 cup canola mayonnaise 2 teaspoons minced shallots 1 teaspoon chopped fresh tarragon 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley 1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 3/4 teaspoon capers, chopped 3/4 teaspoon champagne vinegar 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper 1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper

Fish Tacos with Lime-Cilantro Crema

Posted on December 10, 2012 by Kaitlin

It’s funny how you can go years, even decades, thinking that you don’t like a certain food only to find you can’t get enough of it when you’re older. Fish tacos is one of those foods for me. They pack a ton of flavor but are a healthier option than other proteins (as long as the fish isn’t fried, that is). I also love how quickly you can cook them up, perfect for a weeknight dinner! Cooking Light always has the best taco recipes so I naturally went in search of a fish taco recipe there. I found this recipe in the myrecipes.com new cookbook: Myrecipes’ America’s Favorite Food Cookbook, which you can win by entering below! Ingredients Crema: 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro 3 tablespoons fat-free mayonnaise 3 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream 1 teaspoon grated lime rind (I just used the zest of one lime) 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lime juice (I used the juice of one lime) 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 garlic clove, minced Tacos: 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder 1 1/2 … Continue reading →

Egg BLT with Avocado

Posted on June 5, 2012 by Kaitlin

When I came across this recipe, my first thought was “why don’t people make Egg BLTs more often”? Why is this not a common brunch menu choice? Egg sounds like a logical upgrade to a traditional BLT. The addition of avocado to this just takes it over the top. I found this recipe on myrecipes.com and switched it around a bit, but the general idea is the same. Ingredients (makes two servings): 1/2 cup halved grape tomatoes 1/2 avocado, diced 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil 1 garlic clove, minced 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil Salt and pepper to taste 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar, divided 2 large eggs 2 teaspoons mayonnaise 2 pieces of ciabatta bread (or 2 ciabatta rolls) 1 cup firmly packed arugula 4 thick bacon slices, cooked I bought one of those “bake at home” ciabatta breads that you pop in the oven for about 10 minutes. I thought some “freshly baked” bread would be nice with this dish. You can use whatever bread you happen to find if ciabatta is not available. Cook the bacon according to package directions. Transfer to a paper towel to drain excess fat. Combine the tomatoes, avocado, basil, garlic, olive … Continue reading →

Crispy Herbed Shrimp with Roasted Asparagus and Tomatoes

Posted on March 21, 2012 by Kaitlin

Have you ever opened up a food magazine, and have decided by a photo only that you want, no need, to make that recipe? I didn’t even look at the title, or read the ingredients, before I had earmarked this recipe to make. Shrimp, asparagus, and tomatoes? This is right up my alley. The best part of cooking with seafood is that it’s almost always a quick meal. This Cooking Light recipe can be made in only 40 minutes, perfect for a weeknight dinner. Ingredients Shrimp: 3/4 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs), divided 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper 2 tablespoons cornstarch 2 large egg whites, lightly beaten 1 1/2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided Chive Aioli: 1/2 cup 2% Greek yogurt 1/4 cup canola mayonnaise 3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1/4 teaspoon paprika Roasted Asparagus and Tomatoes: 1 pound asparagus, trimmed 1/2 cup grape tomatoes 1/3 cup sliced shallots 1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper Cooking spray Preheat your oven to 400 degrees. Start by … Continue reading →

Crab Stuffed Mushrooms

Posted on January 25, 2012 by Kaitlin

Who honestly doesn’t love a stuffed mushroom? Little bite sized bits of happiness: mushroom, crab meat, cheese, and crunchy bread crumbs. I always have my fingers crossed that these party staples show up as an appetizer at any and all social events. So I thought it was about time that I attempted to make them myself. I finally whipped up a batch to eat while watching the games on Sunday. They are actually quite easy to make and are awesome right out of the oven or cooled to room temperature. Taste of Home had a great recipe I decided to try. My only “big” change was that I substituted Old Bay in for the cayenne. I’ve spent many a summer on the Chesapeake and now can’t eat crab without at least a little bit of this seasoning! Ingredients: 1 medium tomato, seeded and diced 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/4 teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon Old Bay 1 can (8 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed 2 containers of fresh baby bella mushrooms 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Cooking spray You can substitute button … Continue reading →

Sriracha Deviled Eggs

Posted on November 20, 2011 by Kaitlin

My little sister loves deviled eggs. She loves them to such an extreme, that we chose a restaurant (Supper in Philadelphia) during Restaurant Week solely because they were known for their amazing deviled eggs of the day. (The rest of their food is awesome too, definitely worth checking out). During Restaurant Week, they were offering their Sriracha Deviled Eggs, which my sister devoured. So when I was offered to try Land O’Lakes eggs through the Foodbuzz Tastemaker Program, I knew I wanted to make them for her. Luckily, Supper took the guesswork out for me and shared their recipe with Meal Ticket a few years back. Land O’Lakes eggs come from hens that are fed an all-vegetable, whole-grain diet with no animal by-products. Courtesy of Land O’Lakes Although I primarily use eggs for baking or as an ingredient in a larger dish, I wanted to highlight the eggs for this recipe. Ingredients: 6 Land O’Lakes eggs, hard boiled and halved 3 tablespoons mayonnaise 1 teaspoon Dijon 2 teaspoons Sriracha The juice from 1/2 a lime The zest from 1/2 a lime 1 teaspoon chopped cilantro Fill a large bowl with ice water. To hard-boil the eggs, add 6 eggs to … Continue reading →