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Cajun Spiced Seared Scallops w/ Brown Rice, Parmesan and Herb Red Potatoes,…

May 10, 2013 at 5:25 PM | Posted in Idahoan Potato Products, rice, scallops, Sea Salt, seafood | Leave a comment
Tags: Bay Scallops, Butter, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Gratin, Idahoan Foods, Kroger, Olive oil, Parmigiano-Reggiano, Potato, Sea salt, Searing, Tablespoon, Uncle Ben's Rice, Zatarain

Today’s Menu: Cajun Spiced Seared Scallops w/ Brown Rice, Parmesan and Herb Red Potatoes, and Baked Artisan Multi Grain Loaf

They confirmed today my Dad is coming home Saturday from the rehab center! He’s been gone for a while now it’s going to be nice to have him home. So for dinner tonight while at Kroger yesterday I purchased some Bay Scallops, which I haven’t had in years! For Dinner; Cajun Spiced Seared Scallops w/ Brown Rice, Parmesan and Herb Red Potatoes, and Baked Artisan Multi Grain Loaf.

To prepare it I’ll need; 1 pound of Bay Sea Scallops, 2 teaspoons Cajun Seasoning, 2 teaspoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt, Dash freshly Ground Peppercorn, 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil, and 2 teaspoons unsalted Butter. To prepare them is quick and easy first in a food storage bag, toss the scallops gently with the Zatarain’s Cajun Seasoning, 2 teaspoons olive oil, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate for about 1 hour. Heat the 1 tablespoon olive oil and 2 teaspoons of butter in a large skillet over high heat. With tongs, arrange the scallops in the hot fat and cook for about 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until nicely browned and your done! The Zatarain’s Cajun Seasoning is fantastic on the Scallops, nice heat and seasoning but not overpowering where you can’t enjoy the flavor of the Bay Scallops.

For side dishes I prepared some Uncle Ben’s Natural Whole Grain Brown Rice, not much to prepare it was the microwave single serving of Rice. The quick but still delicious way for Rice. I also prepared some more of the Idahoan Parmesan and Herb Red Potatoes. Second time I’ve had these and love them! I also baked up some more of the La Brea Bakery Take and Bake Artisan Multi Grain Loaf. I’ll have to have the Bay Scallops more often! The Scallops paired with the Parm Red Potatoes and Brown Rice is perfect! For dessert later a Jello Sugar Free Double Chocolate Pudding.

Cajun Spiced Seared Scallops
Ingredients:

1 pound Bay Scallops, about 18 to 20
2 teaspoons Cajun Seasoning
2 teaspoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt
Dash freshly ground Peppercorn
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1 tablespoon Extara Virgin Olive Oil
2 teaspoons unsalted Butter
Preparation:

In a food storage bag, toss scallops gently with the Cajun seasoning, 2 teaspoons olive oil, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate for about 1 hour.
Heat the 1 tablespoon olive oil and 2 teaspoons of butter in a large skillet over high heat. With tongs, arrange the scallops in the hot fat and cook for about 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until nicely browned.

Idahoan Steakhouse Parmesan & Herb Red Potatoes

Idahoan Steakhouse Parmesan & Herb Red Potatoes start with world-famous Idaho® red potato slices in a premium cheese sauce, then finish with a real Parmesan cheese topping! These Steakhouse Parmesan & Herb potatoes will add premium restaurant quality flavor to any meal.
Oven Directions
In 1 1/2 qt casserole dish, combine potatoes, contents of sauce pouch, 2 Tbsp butter, and 1 3/4 cups boiling water.
Add 3/4 cup milk and stir to combine.
Bake uncovered at 450°F for 20 minutes. Sprinkle Parmesan topping on top of potatoes and bake another 5 min.
Let stand 5 minutes, then serve.
Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving Packaged Prepared
Calories 120 180
Calories from fat 25 70
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3g* 5% 12%
Saturated Fat 2g 10% 25%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 5mg 2% 7%
Sodium 540mg 23% 25%
Total Carbohydrates 20g 7% 7%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4% 4%
Sugars 2g
Protein 3g

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Baked Eel with Butter and Sage Recipe

April 16, 2013 at 8:19 AM | Posted in baking, seafood | Leave a comment
Tags: Baking, Butter, cook, Eel, Home, Oven, Potato, Tablespoon

Baked Eel with Butter and Sage Recipe

Ingredients:

* A cleaned eel, weighing 1 1/3 pounds (600 g)
* 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
* 4 small potatoes, peeled
* 4 sage leaves
* Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation:

Preheat your oven to 360 F (180 C)

* Set a pot of water to boil, salt it lightly when it does, and boil the potatoes for 5 minutes. Drain them and put them in a Teflon-coated baking tin.

* While the water is heating, make carefully cut through the skin around the neck of the eel. Lift the skin enough that you can grip it between thumb and forefinger (for better purchase, grip the skin through a cloth) and pull back towards the eel’s tail, thus skinning the creature.

* Rinse the eel and put it in the baking tin with the potatoes. Season to taste with salt and pepper and roast for about 50 minutes.

* When the time is almost up, melt the butter and gently sauté the sage leaves, being careful lest they burn.

* Remove the fish from the oven and cut it into 4 pieces. Put each on a plate with the potato, and season with the melted butter and sage. Serve at once.

Italian Style Chicken Breast and Herb Fettuccine w/ Crabmeat, Shrimp, and Corn Fritter

March 30, 2013 at 5:14 PM | Posted in baking, chicken, pasta, seafood | Leave a comment
Tags: Black pepper, Chicken, Drain, Fettuccine, Fritter, Olive oil, Parmigiano-Reggiano, Shrimp

Today’s Menu: Italian Style Chicken Breast and Herb Fettuccine w/ Crabmeat, Shrimp, and Corn Fritter Appetizer

As I posted earlier we actually have some Spring Flowers popping up, seriously check my earlier post and picture! They say it’s our last nice day until Wednesday but hopefully Spring is getting a foothold! For dinner tonight something I haven’t tried; Italian Style Chicken Breast and Herb Fettuccine w/ Crabmeat, Shrimp, and Corn Fritter Appetizer.

I was just going to have the Chicken and Fettuccine but I came across these Fritters last night and they sounded good so I added them to the dinner as an appetizer. For the Chicken i used Perdue Marinated Italian Style Chicken Breasts. First time I tried them and they turned out very good! You can grill them, fry them, or bake them. They come individually wrapped, about 5 per package. It’s only 140 calories and 2 carbs per Chicken Breast. I baked mine at 350 degrees for about 22 minutes. They came tender and moist with very good Italian Seasoning. These will be good to freeze for anytime.

For the Fettuccine I used al Dente Egg Noodle Fettuccine. Very easy to prepare; boil your water and add the pasta. Heat for 3 minutes and it’s ready and it’s 190 calories, 31 carbs, and 1 gram of fat. After boiling I seasoned it with Sea Salt and McCormick Grinder Italian Seasoning. To serve I made a bed of the Fettuccine and topped it with a sliced Italian Style Chicken Breast.

Now for the Crabmeat, Shrimp, and Corn Fritter Appetizer. i needed 1 cup (1/2 package) ZATARAIN’S® Crispy Southern Hush Puppy Mix, 1 small onion, finely chopped, 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped, 2 tablespoons chopped chives, 1/2 teaspoon ZATARAIN’S® Creole Seasoning, 1/2 cup water, 1/4 pound claw crabmeat, 1/4 pound cooked peeled small shrimp, coarsely chopped, 1/2 cup thawed frozen corn, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, for frying. Just mix all your ingredients together and fry! I left the full recipe at the end of the post. I really like how these turned out. Everything came together and made one delicious Fritter! The Corn I think really made it right. I served it with a side of Kraft Chipotle Deli Mayo, nice smooth heat. For dessert later a Jello Sugar Free Double Chocolate Pudding.

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Nutrition:

Serving Size 1 Filet (136g/4.8 oz.)
Servings Per Container 5
Amount Per Serving (* % of Daily Value)
Calories 140
Calories from Fat 10
Total Fat 1.5g (2%)
Saturated Fat 0g (0%)
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 75mg (25%)
Sodium 360mg (15%)
Total Carbohydrate 2g (1%)
Dietary Fiber 0g (0%)
Sugars 1g
Protein 26g

al dente egg fettuccine

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Crabmeat and Shrimp Fritters

Crabmeat and Shrimp Fritters:
1 cup (1/2 package) ZATARAIN’S® Crispy Southern Hush Puppy Mix
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped chives
1/2 teaspoon ZATARAIN’S® Creole Seasoning
1/2 cup water
1/4 pound claw crabmeat
1/4 pound cooked peeled small shrimp, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup thawed frozen corn
extra virgin olive oil, for frying

Directions
1. For the Dressing, place all ingredients in food processor; cover. Process until smooth. Spoon into small bowl. Cover. Refrigerate at least 1 hour to blend flavors.

2. For the Fritters, mix Hush Puppy Mix, onion, garlic, chives and Creole Seasoning in large bowl. Add water; mix just until moistened. Gently stir in crabmeat, shrimp and corn.

3. Pour oil into heavy skillet, filling no more than 1/3 full. Heat to 375°F on medium heat. Drop batter by heaping tablespoonfuls, a few at a time, into hot oil. Fry 3 to 4 minutes or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Serve fritters with Creole Tomato Dressing.
Nutritional Info per 1 serving

Calories: 441 Sodium: 734

Fat: 37 Carbohydrates: 19

Cholesterol: 52 Fiber: 1

Protein: 8

Buffalo Sirloin and Buffalo Shrimp w/ Baked Potato

March 11, 2013 at 5:27 PM | Posted in bison, potatoes, Sea Salt, seafood, shrimp | Leave a comment
Tags: Black pepper, Buffalo Sirloin, Canola, Cayenne pepper, Great Range, Kroger, Kroger Wing Sauce, Sea salt, Shrimp

Today’s Menu: Buffalo Sirloin and Buffalo Shrimp w/ Baked Potato

Heavy, heavy rains since early last night, they even have posted a flood alert for the area. This weather is amazing through the Ohio Valley here! Cold and snowy to 60 degrees and sunny to rain and flooding in a matter of days. I wasn’t real sure on what to have for dinner so I dug into the freezer and found a Great Range Buffalo Sirloin Steak. So I had that and some unprepared Shrimp I had leftover from the other nights dinner to go with the Buffalo Sirloin.

So for my dinner tonight I prepared a Buffalo Sirloin along with Buffalo Shrimp and a Baked Potato. To prepare the Buffalo Sirloin I seasoned it with McCormick Grinder Steakhouse Seasoning. I pan fried it in Canola Oil about 4 minutes per side, to medium rare.

To prepare the Shrimp In a resealable plastic bag, I combined flour, Creole-style seasoning, garlic powder, ground cayenne pepper, onion powder, and ground black pepper. Seal the bag and shake a few times to combine the ingredients well. Rinse the Shrimp under cold water and place them in the plastic bag with the flour mixture. Seal the bag and shake to coat all of the shrimp well with the flour mixture. Then just fry the Shrimp on medium heat about 2 minutes per side. When done I put them in a large bowl that I had added Kroger Medium Wing Sauce to and shook until well covered with the Sauce. I love Shrimp any and all ways you can fix them! Love the heat on these. Served them with a side of Litehouse Bleu Cheese Dressing to dip them in. I also had a Baked Potato that I topped with Sea Salt and Ground Pepper along with I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter. For dessert later tonight a Healthy Choice Chocolate Swirl Frozen Yogurt.

Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo w/ Garlic Knot Rolls

March 9, 2013 at 6:47 PM | Posted in pasta, Sea Salt, seafood, shrimp | 3 Comments
Tags: Dinner, Fettuccine, Fettuccine Alfredo, Garlic, Parmigiano-Reggiano, Pasta, Sea salt, Shrimp

Today’s Menu: Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo w/ Garlic Knot Rolls

It was 50 degrees and sunny out today! It was nice to get outside for some fresh air and sunshine. Back on the inside for dinner tonight, Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo w/ Garlic Knot Rolls.

I love Shrimp so why not jazz it up with some Alfredo Sauce and some Fettuccine! I used a 1 lb. bag of Kroger Brand Jumbo Shrimp, 1/2 jar of Newman’s Own Alfredo Pasta Sauce, Al Dente Egg Fettuccine, Sea Salt, Minced Garlic, Shredded Parmesan Cheese, Parsley, Blue Bonnet Light Stick Butter, and Garlic Knot Bread.

To prepare it I preheated my oven to 425 degrees for my Garlic Knot Bread, which will bake for about 6 – 7 minutes. Then cook the fettuccine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, melt butter and add Newman’s Own Alfredo Sauce. Drain Fettuccine; stir into pan. Stir in the Shrimp, Parm Cheese and Sea Salt; heat through. Sprinkle with the Parsley before serving along with the Garlic Knot Bread. I love Shrimp, I love Pasta, and I love this dish! The newman’s Own Alfredo Sauce is a quick and delicious way to make and serve the Sauce, and it’s only 90 calories and 3 carbs. This is the first time I’ve ued the Al Dente Egg Fettuccine, I picked a couple of bags of this up while at Jungle Jim’s Market the other day. Very easy to prepare; boil your water and add the pasta. Heat for 3 minutes and it’s ready and it’s 190 calories, 31 carbs, and 1 gram of fat. They came out delicious, I’ll be using this from now on when I need Fettucine. The recipe made 2 servings. For dessert/snack later some Ritz Whole Wheat Crackers topped with Philadelphia Reduced Fat cream Cheese.

Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo

(Makes 2 Servings)

Ingredients
4 ounces uncooked fettuccine, al dente egg Fettuccine
1/4 pound cooked Jumbo Shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 Tbsp Blue Bonnet Light Stick Butter
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt
2 tablespoons minced fresh Parsley
1/2 Jar Newman’s Own Alfredo Sauce
Directions
Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, melt butter and add Newman’s Own Alfredo Sauce. Drain Fettuccine; stir into pan. Stir in the Shrimp, Cheese and Salt; heat through. Sprinkle with Parsley before serving.

al dente egg fettuccine

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Surf (Scallops) and Turf (5 oz Buffalo Sirloin) w/ Sauteed Mushrooms, Baked Potato…

March 3, 2013 at 6:49 PM | Posted in bison, mushrooms, potatoes, scallops, seafood | 1 Comment
Tags: Baked Potato, Bison, Black pepper, Canola, Garlic, Olive oil, Scallop, Sea salt, Soy sauce, Wild Idea Buffalo

Today’s Menu: Surf (Scallops) and Turf (5 oz Buffalo Sirloin) w/ Sauteed Mushrooms, Baked Potato, and baked Garlic Knot Bread

I had no clue on what to have for dinner tonight, even considered going out for dinner. When I get those urges I just go on-line and to the restaurants web site and look at all the calories, carbs, and fat that’s in their food and that pretty much squashes that urge to eat out! So I hit some current cooking magazines I had and came across a Scallop dish that looked and sounded too good to pass, Basil – Lime Scallops. With the Scallops I added a Wild Idea Petite 5 oz. Buffalo Sirloin. I had tonight’s dinner, Surf (Scallops) and Turf (5 oz Buffalo Sirloin) w/ Sauteed Mushrooms, Baked Potato, and baked Garlic Knot Bread! After eating I’m very glad I stayed home and cooked instead of going out!

To make the Basil – Lime Scallops you’ll need; 2 Tablespoons chopped fresh Basil, 1 Teaspoon Low Sodium Soy Sauce, 1 Teaspoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 1 Clove Garlic, minced, 1/8 Teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes, and 8 Jumbo Sea Scallops. I had purchased the Scallops last week at Kroger and had them in the freezer. To prepare them start off by whisking Basil, Lime Juice, Soy Sauce, Olive Oil, Garlic, and Red Pepper Flakes in a shallow bowl until smooth and well blended. Add Scallops; turn to coat evenly. Marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. Then heat a large nonstick skillet over medium high heat. Cook Scallops 3 minutes per side or until desired doneness is reached. There are 2 Scallops a serving. You can Garnish with Lime Wedges (Optional). If you need an easy and delicious Scallop recipe you have one here! The marinade is perfect for Scallops, i think it might go good with Shrimp also. There are 92 calories, 2 grams of fat, and 5 carbs per serving, 2 Scallops. The recipe is at the end of the post.

To go along with the Scallops I had a Wild Idea Buffalo 5 oz. Petite Sirloin Steak, Sauteed Baby Bella Mushrooms, a Baked Potato, and baked Garlic Knot Bread. As always, as of late, I used a Wild Idea Buffalo as my choice of Bison Steak. I used a 5 oz. Petite Buffalo Sirloin that I seasoned with McCormick Grinder Sea Salt and Black Peppercorn. I pan fried it in Canola Oil, about 4 minutes per side to medium rare. As usual the Buffalo came out sweet, juicy, and just flat out delicious! Thank you Wild Idea! I topped it with some Sauteed Baby Bella Mushrooms. I also had a Baked Potato and Baked Garlic Knot Bread which is from the Walmart Bakery. For dessert later a Healthy Choice Chocolate Swirl Frozen Yogurt.

Basil – Lime Scallops
Ingredients:

2 Tablespoons chopped fresh Basil
1 Teaspoon Low Sodium Soy Sauce
1 Teaspoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 Clove Garlic, minced
1/8 Teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
8 Jumbo Sea Scallops

Directions:
1. Whisk Basil, Lime Juice, Soy Sauce, Olive Oil, Garlic, and Red Pepper Flakes in a shallow bowl until smooth and well blended. Add Scallops; turn to coat evenly. Marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.

2. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium high heat. Cook Scallops 3 minutes per side or until desired doneness is reached.

3. 2 Scallops a serving. Garnish with Lime Wedges (Optional).

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

February 10, 2013 at 12:21 PM | Posted in seafood | Leave a comment
Tags: Clam, cook, Fish and Seafood, Freshwater, Home, New England, Shellfish, Tomato

Once clams are dug up, they must be cleaned of sand and debris. To accomplish this, the clams should be allowed to soak in the refrigerator in a solution of one part salt to 10 parts water for several hours overnight. If your pressed for time, rinse them in a bowl of fresh water, changing it frequently, until no sand remains.

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

February 9, 2013 at 10:34 AM | Posted in cooking, seafood | Leave a comment
Tags: Chowder, Clam, Clam chowder, cook, Fish and Seafood, Home, New England, Shellfish

The shells of healthy clams should be closed when you buy them. They will gradually open as the clams cook. (If you keep the clams on ice, they will also probably relax and open their shells.) Like mussels, if a clam shell doesn’t open by itself when the clam is cooked, it should be discarded.

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

February 8, 2013 at 12:38 PM | Posted in seafood | Leave a comment
Tags: Food, French fries, Garlic, Mussel, Olive oil, Pasta, Spice, Wine tasting descriptors

Mussel Tips!
* When purchasing, make sure they’re alive by tapping their shells, which will snap closed. Any mussels that don’t close are probably dead and shouldn’t be eaten.
* Live mussels will keep in the refrigerator for two to three days if placed on a tray and covered with a damp towel. Spread them out; never pile the mussels on top of one another.
* Clean them with a brush under cold running water, and discard any than have a non-clear liquid coming out of them. If they have a visable”beard”, brush it off just before cooking, as removing it will kill the mussel.
* To cook them all you have to do is boil them in a pot. Mussels are ready when their shells open, and any mussels that aren’t open should be discarded. Serve over pasta or with French Fries, and enjoy!

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

February 7, 2013 at 10:16 AM | Posted in seafood | Leave a comment
Tags: Business, Cocktail Sauce, Cooking, Fish and Seafood, Home, Oyster, Shellfish, Vinegar

Store live oysters for up to 2 days in the refrigerator in a single layer with the larger shell down, covered with a damp towel. Oysters are easy to overcook, so cook them carefully. If you are poaching them, take them out as soon as their edges start to curl.