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Shrimp Tacos with Chili Mustard Aioli
By mjohnmeyer
1. In a large bowl, whisk together all the marinade ingredients
- For marinade:
- Ingredients
- 1 can coconut milk (13 oz)
- 4 tablespoons chili garlic sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 lime, zested
- 1 lime, juiced
- 2 teaspoons grated ginger
- For salsa:
- 2 mangoes, peeled and diced
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 lime, juiced
- salt to taste
- For aioli:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons chili garlic sauce
- For tacos:
- 1 lb raw medium sized shrimp, peeled and devined
- 10 small (6 inch) flour tortillas
Mexican Soup
By mjohnmeyer
Heat water in a large pot over stove and add rice
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup instant rice
- 1 10-ounce can Rotel tomatoes
- 1 14-ounce can chili beans
- 1 14-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cans cream of chicken soup
- 1 14-ounce can chicken broth
- 1 package fajita seasoning
- 2 cups cooked chopped chicken
- Bunch of cilantro, chopped
- Shredded Mexican cheese blend, for garnish
- *For a little extra cheesiness, add a couple cubes of Velveeta Cheese from a block*
Southwest Stuffed Peppers
By mjohnmeyer
Heat oven to 375. Cut tops off peppers and remove seeds
- 6 medium green peppers
- 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
- 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
- 1-1/2 cups water
- 1 envelope (5.4 ounces) Mexican-style rice and pasta mix
- 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded Mexican cheese blend
Honey Chicken Bites
By mjohnmeyer
1. Heat a good amount of oil in a large skillet on medium-high heat (enough to submerge each chicken piece about ha...
- Cornstarch/flour mixture:
- 1 lb. skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 egg whites, beaten
- 1/2 plus 1/8 cup cold water
- 3/4 cup honey
- 3 teaspoons sweet chili sauce
- Oil for frying
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Breaded Eggplant Stacks
By mjohnmeyer
1. Heat oven to broil, and cover a baking sheet with foil
- 10 oz shredded mozzarella (or mozzarella slices from a ball)
- 7 oz prepared basil pesto
- 1 jar of favorite pasta sauce (16 oz)
- 12 frozen breaded eggplant cutlets (thawed)
- 4 fresh basil leaves (garnish)
Rosemary & Thyme Pot Roast
By mjohnmeyer
1. Heat oven to 275. Generously salt and pepper both sides of the roast
- 1 Chuck Roast (3-5 lbs)
- 2-3 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- 2 Onions, cut in half
- 6-8 Carrots, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup red cooking wine (or beef broth)
- 2-3 Cups beef stock
- 3-5 sprigs Fresh Thyme
- 3-5 sprigs Fresh Rosemary
Gourmet Deli Turkey Wraps
By mjohnmeyer
In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the water, vinegar, oil and pepper; shake well
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 3/4 pound sliced deli turkey
- 6 flour tortillas (8 inches), room temperature
- 4 cups spring mix salad greens
- 2 medium pears, peeled and sliced
- 6 tablespoons crumbled blue cheese
- 6 tablespoons dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
Bubba's Shrimp & Grits
By mjohnmeyer
1. In a medium saucepan on medium-high heat, bring 6 cups water, the butter and salt to a boil
- Grits:
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 cups quick cooking grits
- Gravy:
- 1/4 cup chopped bacon
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 2 tablespoons each, diced red and green bell peppers
- 1/4 cup diced leek
- 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 lb uncooked medium shrimp, peeled, tails removed, and deveined
- 3/4 cup flour
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1 quart heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Pulled BBQ Chicken Sandwich
By mjohnmeyer
1. Season the chicken thighs on both sides with salt and pepper
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- salt and pepper
- hamburger rolls
- Coleslaw (optional)
Monterrey Chicken
By mjohnmeyer
1. Season chicken with salt and pepper
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 bottle barbecue sauce
- 1 bag Oscar Meyer bacon pieces
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterrey jack and cheddar cheese blend
- fresh tomato, chopped
- chopped chives for topping