Wednesday, March 17, 2010

Portobello Mushroom Salad with Balsamic Dressing

What You Need:
3 T of olive oil, divided
2 C of Portobello mushrooms, sliced
1/2 t crushed red pepper
3 C mixed greens, torn
1 C of mozzarella cheese, cubed
3 T of balsamic vinegar
How to Make It:
Pour 1 T of the oil into a skillet placed over medium heat.
Stir in the mushrooms and peppers and cook 2 minutes [...]

Sweet and Sour BBQ Chicken Quarters

What You Need:
6 chicken leg quarters
3/4 C of ketchup
1/2 C of orange juice
1/4 C brown sugar, packed
1/4 C red wine vinegar
1/4 C of olive oil
4 t fresh parsley, minced
2 t Worcestershire sauce
1 t garlic salt
1/2 t pepper
2 T + 2 t of cornstarch
1/4 C of water
How to Make It:
Cut the leg quarters at the joint [...]

Awesome Asparagus with Vinaigrette

What You Need:
1 red bell pepper
2 garlic cloves
4 tbsp olive oil, divided
1 tbsp red wine vinegar
1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1 1/4 lbs. fresh asparagus, trimmed
How to Make It:
Preheat the grill for medium temperature.
Roast the bell pepper on the heated grill for 10 minutes or until charred, turning often.
Remove the pepper and [...]