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Happy National Taco Day!! – Cool & Crunchy Chicken Tacos

 

Cool and Crunchy Chicken Tacos

Cool and Crunchy Chicken Tacos

 

Let’s celebrate National Taco Day with an awesome Taco recipe.  I mean – who doesn’t love tacos??

Cool & Crunchy Chicken Tacos

  • 12   hard yellow corn taco shells
  • 1 small head romaine lettuce (about 2 cups/500 mL shredded)
  • 1-2   limes, divided
  • 1/2 cup (125 mL) mayonnaise
  • 2 tsp (10 mL) ground cumin
  • 1/4 tsp (1 mL) cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 3 cups (750 mL) diced grilled chicken breasts
  • 1/2 small jicama
  • 1 small mango
  • 1/2 cup (125 mL) loosely packed fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 tsp (1 mL) salt
  • 1   avocado, peeled and sliced (optional)

1

Prepare taco shells according to package directions; set aside. Shred lettuce using Santoku Knife. Zest limes using Microplane® Adjustable Fine Grater to measure 1 tsp (5 mL). Juice limes to measure 3 tbsp (45 mL). Place zest, 1 tbsp (15 mL) of the juice, mayonnaise, cumin and cayenne pepper, if desired, inStainless (4-qt./4-L) Mixing Bowl; mix well. Spoon about 1/3 cup (75 mL) of the sauce into resealable plastic bag; twist to secure and set aside. Add chicken to remaining sauce; mix well using Classic Scraper.

2
Peel jicama and mango using Serrated Peeler. Slice jicama using Ultimate Mandoline fitted with v-shaped blade. Slice jicama and mango into 1/4-in. (6-mm) strips. Chop cilantro. Combine jicama, mango, cilantro, salt and remaining juice inClassic Batter Bowl; mix well.

3
Place lettuce into taco shells. Top evenly with chicken mixture, jicama mixture and avocado, if desired. Trim corner of sauce-filled bag; drizzle over tacos.

Yield:   6 servings of 2 tacos, excluding optional ingredients

Nutrients per serving:

Calories 370, Total Fat 21 g, Saturated Fat 3.5 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Carbohydrate 24 g, Protein 22 g, Sodium 350 mg, Fiber 3 g

U.S. Diabetic exchanges per serving: No information is currently available.

Cook’s Tips:

To grill chicken in Grill Pan, season 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz/175 g each) with salt and coarsely ground black pepper. Heat pan over medium heat 5 minutes. Spray pan with vegetable oil. Cook chicken 7-10 minutes. Turn chicken over; cook 7-10 minutes or until Digital Pocket Thermometer registers 165°F (74°C) and juices run clear.

 

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Giveaway – Family-Size Quick-Stir® Pitcher

Family-Size Quick-Stir® Pitcher

Family-Size Quick-Stir® Pitcher

Great Giveaway for a Free Family-Size Quick-Stir® Pitcher from A little Bit Me. No purchase necessary!!

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Super Sunday Supper 09/02/2012

I love Sunday dinners with my family. The time spent around the table is priceless! Here is a great menu your family is sure to love! Enjoy!!  Rosemary Pork Roast, Vegetables and a Caramel Apple Skillet Cake for dessert. Yum!

Rosemary Pork Roast with Vegetables

Rosemary Pork Roast with Vegetables

Rosemary Pork Roast with Vegetables

           INGREDIENTS

  • 1   boneless pork loin roast (3 1/2-4 lbs), rolled and tied
  • 3 tbsp Rosemary Herb Seasoning Mix, divided
  • 1 tsp each salt and black pepper
  • 1 tbsp canola oil
  • 1 1/4 lbs “B” size red potatoes (about 8 potatoes), quartered
  • 10 small carrots with tops, trimmed and peeled
  • 1   leek, trimmed and cut into 1-in. pieces
  • 1/4 cup chicken stock

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Happy National Eat Outside Day!! Grilled Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf

Grilled Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf

Grilled Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf

Happy National Eat Outside Day!!  It’s a perfect weekend for cookouts and camping since it’s Labor Day Weekend!

Ingredients

Potatoes

  • 1 1/2 lbs (700 g) ”B” size red potatoes (see Cook’s Tip), quartered
  • 2 tbsp (30 mL) olive oil
  • 3/4 tsp (4 mL) each salt and coarsely ground black pepper
  • 1 oz (30 g) Parmesan cheese, grated

Meat Loaf

  • 1 medium onion, cut into quarters
  • 1 cup (250 mL) loosely packed fresh parsley
  • 5  garlic cloves, peeled
  • 1  egg
  • 1/4 cup (50 mL) ketchup
  • 1 1/4 tsp (6 mL) salt
  • 1 tsp (5 mL) coarsely ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 lbs (700 g) 85% lean ground beef
  • 8 oz (250 g) ground pork
  • 2 oz (60 g) Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 7 slices low-sodium bacon
  • 1/4 cup (50 mL) pure maple syrup

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Happy National Toasted Marshmallow Day! – Chocolate Marshmallow Puffs

Chocolate Marshmallow Puffs

Chocolate Marshmallow Puffs

Happy National Toasted Marshmallow Day!! Okay, Okay I know that this recipe isn’t exactly a toasted marshmallow – but I’ve already posted my favorite S’Mores recipe a couple of times. :)

This is a super easy recipe and fun for all ages.

INGREDIENTS

1 pkg (8 oz/235 g) refrigerated crescent rolls
1 pkg chocolate chips
1 pkg mini marshmallows

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Happy National Cherry Turnover Day – Cherry Turnovers Using the BROWNIE Pan!!!

Cherry Turnovers

Cherry Turnovers

Happy National Cherry Turnover Day!!  I’m not a super fan of baked cherries but these are so super easy!!  Another awesome recipe for your Brownie Pan!!

Cherry Turnovers

INGREDIENTS

1/4 cup (50 mL) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup (125 mL) cherry pie filling
2 pkgs (8 oz/235 g) refrigerated crescent rolls
1 egg white, lightly beaten
1 tbsp (15 mL) sliced almonds, chopped

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