Balsamic Pork Marinade

Balsamic Pork Marinade

It is an absolutely gorgeous day outside!  I have the air-conditioner turned off, windows wide open….breathing in all that wonderful fresh air!!  We have all had an extremely HOT summer, and I am going to enjoy this 80 degree weather … Continue reading

{Black n’ Blue Burger with Blue Cheese Schmeer}

What is Black n’ Blue and red all over?  If childhood memory serves me correctly…..it is newspaper print.  I know, I know….where am I coming up with this stuff?  That is what we get when I stay up waaaaaaay past … Continue reading

Chicken Cordon Bleu Crescent Rolls

Chicken Cordon Bleu Crescent Rolls I hope all of you had a fun, safe Independence Day!? It was a slow day for us, not much going on.  PT and I puttered around the house, while B and K braved the suffocating, … Continue reading

Just a Matter of Thyme Grilled Chicken

Chicken

Just a Matter of Thyme Grilled Chicken!     Who comes up with these names?    Not very original, I know!   These days my brain often freezes (some even say chemo brain….and some just say old age is gettin’ to you girlfriend), and instead of … Continue reading

Cozy by the Fire Fiesta Chowder!

This past Saturday the heaven’s finally opened up and gave our landscape a reprieve.  I love a good rainstorm….. thunder and lightning….even better!      We have had such a mild winter, having 80+ degree weather in the month of February, it was … Continue reading

Parmesan Crusted Baked Salmon!

  I think this is the first Easter that my Mom and Dad have not spent it with us.  That may be an exageration, but it has been at least since Nigel killed the Easter Bunny in ’07. The boys … Continue reading

Blackened Chicken and Roasted Garlic Alfredo

This is the perfect dish when you are short on time.      Blackened Chicken with Roasted Garlic Alfredo (adapted from www.plainchicken.blogspot.com) Ingredients:  4 boneless, skinless chicken breast 2 Tbsp Creole Seasoning (I prefer Tony Chacheres Cajun) Olive Oil 1 … Continue reading

Spicy Chicken Tortilla Roll-Ups!

When planning a party, we all look for quick and easy items…not too labor intensive…to prepare.  Even better if it can be made ahead of time!  These roll-ups qualify, plus they are absolutely amazing.  Give them a try…you will find them outrageously good!  Sorry there isn’t a photo, I was so distracted that night that the only picture that was taken was of the cake.  I will rectify that soon.

ENJOY!

Spicy Chicken Tortilla Roll-Ups
(Adapted from Homemade by Holman)

1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 can Ro-tel diced tomatoes, drained
12 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup pepper-jack cheese
1 clove garlic, minced
3 tsp  chili powder
1 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp garlic salt
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
6 green onions, white and green parts, chopped
6-8 large flour tortillas (I like to use the flavored versions, low carb/high fiber variety)

-Season the chicken with salt, half of the cumin, and 1 tsp of the chili powder. Add chicken to a skillet and add about 1 cup of water. Cover and cook on med-high heat until cooked through. Add more water if necessary. Once the chicken is cooked, cool slightly and chop/shred. Set aside.

-In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, drained tomatoes, cheese, remaining spices, garlic, cilantro and scallions. Once thoroughly blended, add in cooled chicken and stir together.

-Lay out tortillas and divide mixture evenly in the center of each. Spread into a thin layer leaving the edges clean. Roll each tortilla tightly. Do not fold in the ends like you would with a burrito but leave them free. Use a sharp knife to cut into 1″ thick slices and transfer to a serving platter. (The end pieces will likely unroll a little so just eat the extras). Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Chipotle Spiced Cocktail Meatballs!

You can’t beat a recipe when all you have to do is dump everything into a crockpot and give it a quick stir! 

Spicy Cocktail Meatballs

Don’t you wish you could just eat one!

 Ingredients:

2 pkgs frozen meatballs
1 jar jalapeno jelly
1 large jar Baby Ray’s BBQ sauce
2 poblano chili peppers, chopped
1-2 jalapeno peppers (I use the pickled peppers in a jar)
1 cup chopped onion
Crushed garlic
1-2 Tbsp chipotle powder (chili powder can be substituted)

Directions:

Mix everything into large crockpot.  Cook on low for 8 hours.