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Pork Cube Steak w/ Mashed Potatoes, White Gravy, and Sugar Snap Peas

June 2, 2013 at 5:07 PM | Posted in beans, Ground Pork, Bob Evan's | Leave a comment
Tags: cook, Kroger, Mashed potato, Canola, Walmart, Gravy, Golden Brown, Beef Cube Steak

Today’s Menu: Pork Cube Steak w/ Mashed Potatoes, White Gravy, and Sugar Snap Peas

I spent the morning doing some price comparing at Walmart and Kroger, you can read about that in an earlier post from today. What a beautiful morning it was this morning. I went out, about 6:30 am, and got the 2 Sunday Papers and it was a perfect morning out. Birds singing, Sunny and about 68 degrees. The sky in the east looked like a rainbow. I prepared something for dinner that I’ve never had a Pork Cube Steak, purchased at Walmart. I had a Beef Cube Steak before but never a Pork. For dinner I prepared a Pork Cube Steak w/ Mashed Potatoes, White Gravy, and Sugar Snap Peas.

Cubed Pork Steak 005 To prepare the Pork Cube Steak I seasoned it with Sea Salt and Ground Black Pepper. I then rolled them through the classic seasoning and breading of Seasoned Flour, Egg Beater’s, and Panko Bread Crumbs. A fantastic trio to bread most any meat. I seasoned the Flour with Sea Salt and Ground Black Pepper, added a few shakes or more of Frank’s Hot Sauce to the Egg Beater’s, and Garlic Powder to the Panko Bread Crumbs. After breading I pan fried them in Canola Oil to a Golden Brown, about 7 minutes per side. As I said it was the first time I tried them and really liked them better than the Beef Cube Steaks, a lot more tender. I’ll be using them again!

For sides to go with the Cube Steak I heated up some Pioneer White Peppered Gravy along with Bob Evan’s Mashed Potatoes, microwave a total of 6 minutes and ready! Then I also microwaved a bag of Walmat Marketside Sugar Snap Peas . For dessert later I had bought a Bunch of Bananas while out so I’ll just have a Banana tonight.

Walmart vs Kroger – The Price War, Not really a War!

June 2, 2013 at 1:19 PM | Posted in cooking, Food | 3 Comments
Tags: Cooking, Coupon, Home, Jungle Jim, Kroger, Madeira, Meijer, Walmart

I had went to Walmart the other day and purchased 26 items. I had saved the receipt because I wanted to compare prices on a few of the items and see who had the best prices. I had thought it would be Walmart, I just didn’t think it would be as big as difference as it was! I usually buy my so-called inside aisle items at Walmart and Seafood, Fruits, and Vegetables at Kroger along with a few other items. I always look for coupons and in store sales at both stores. I also go to Meijer and a local market here around the West Chester area Jungle Jim’s. I compared 11 items between Walmart and Kroger and here’s what I found!

Campbell’s Slow Kettle Portobello Mushroom and Madeira Bisque – Walmart $3.48, Kroger $3.89 – Save .41 at Walmart

Chopped Walnuts (Huge Saving!) – Walmart $4.18, Kroger $5.59 Save $2.41 at Walmart

Bigelow Decaf Green Tea Bags (20 count) – Walmart $2.18, Kroger $2.89 Save .71 at Walmart

Dannon Plain Greek Yogurt – Walmart $1.00, Kroger $1.29 Save .29 at Walmart

Daisy Reduced Sour Cream – Walmart $1.98, Kroger $2.49 Save .51 at Walmart

Kraft Grated Parm Cheese – Walmart $3.50, Kroger $3.89, Save .39 at Walmart

Daisy Low Fat Cottage Cheese – Walmart $2.18, Kroger $2.49, Save .31 at Walmart

Pillsbury Baby Grands Biscuits (5) – Walmart $.88, Kroger $1.02, Save .14 at Walmart

Morton’s Lite Salt – Walmart $1.58, Kroger $1.94, Save .36 at Walmart

Sea Pak Pop Corn Shrimp – Walmart $3.96, Kroger $4.62, Save .66 at walmart

Ruffles Light Chips – Walmart $3.48, Kroger $3.79, Save.31 at Walmart
Just from these 11 random items that I purchase from time to time I saved $5.57. I checked other items at Kroger like Tide, Bounce, Glade Candles and I didnt have the Walmart price but I know from purchasing quite often a huge savings at Walmart. Overall, stay out of the middle aisles at Kroger. in fact if you can find fresh produce ans Seafood at your Walmart I say purchase them there also. Look before you shop and buy!

Grilled Pork Chop w/ Roasted Red Potatoes and Blue Lake Cut Green Beans

May 30, 2013 at 5:26 PM | Posted in beans, grilling, JB's Fatboy Sauces and Rub, pork chops, potatoes | Leave a comment
Tags: Barbecue, Black pepper, Dietary Reference Intake, Garlic Powder, Grill, Kroger, Pork chop, Saturated fat

Today’s Menu: Grilled Pork Chop w/ Roasted Red Potatoes and Blue Lake Cut Green Beans

One day I’m going to find that hidden camera, you know the one everyone has in their house that shows other people when your away from a phone so they can call to aggravate you because you just stepped away from it! It never fails, I can be sitting there for hours with a phone next to me and it never rings. Then I get up to do something and just like clock work R-I-N-G! it happened about three different times today. The only explanation is there’s a hidden camera somewhere, I’m going to find it one day! Another hot and humid day here again but they say it’s going to get back to more normal temps by the weekend but rain of course. For dinner tonight I prepared a Grilled Pork Chop w/ Roasted Red Potatoes, Blue Lake Cut Green Beans, and Healthy Life Whole Grain Bread.

I had purchased a package of two big, beautiful Pork Loin Chops from Kroger the other day. I seasoned them with McCormick Grinder Sea Salt and Black Peppercorn. I grilled them about 7 1/2 minutes per side, to 165 degrees internal temp. I basted them with JB’s Fat Boy Hawg Waush BBQ Sauce. The JB’s Fat Boy Hawg Waush BBQ Sauce, in my opinion is one of the best sauces there is for Pork. The Chops came out moist and mouth watering delicious! Chops, BBQ Sauce, and Grilling. Love it!

For side dishes I prepared some Roasted Red Potatoes.I took 3 Red Potatoes, that I quartered and seasoned with Dill, Sea Salt, Ground Black Pepper, and Garlic Powder. I spread them out on a baking sheet and baked them on 400 degrees for 27 minutes (fork tender). I also heated up a can of Del Monte Blue Lake Cut Green Beans. A delicious and hearty meal that was just 400 calories. For dessert later a Jello Sugar Free Double Chocolate Pudding topped with Cool Whip Free.

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JELL-O Double Chocolate Sugar Free Reduced Calorie Pudding Snacks:
60 calories
Good source of calcium
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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 snack (103.0 g) Amount Per Serving
Calories 60 Calories from Fat 13
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1.5g 2%
Saturated Fat 1.0g 5%
Trans Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 170mg 7%
Total Carbohydrates 13.0g 4%
Dietary Fiber 1.0g 4%
Protein 1.0g

Baked Buttermilk Mustard Chicken Thighs w/ Egg Noodle Fettuccine, Sauteed Mushrooms,…

May 27, 2013 at 5:21 PM | Posted in baking, chicken, mushrooms, pasta | 1 Comment
Tags: Bread Crumbs, Chicken, Dijon, Kroger, Mustard, Parmigiano-Reggiano, Saturated fat, Sheet pan

Today’s Menu: Baked Buttermilk Mustard Chicken Thighs w/ Egg Noodle Fettuccine, Sauteed Mushrooms, Boiled Mini Carrots, and Whole Grain Bread.

A very peaceful and beautiful Memorial Day out today. Stopped by Kroger, then got the car washed, and rambled around down by the lake on the 4 wheeler. For dinner I prepared Baked Buttermilk Mustard Chicken Thighs w/ Egg Noodle Fettuccine, Sauteed Mushrooms, Boiled Mini Carrots, and Whole Grain Bread.

I found the Baked Buttermilk Mustard Chicken Thighs on-line at http://www.food.com/. This is the second time I’ve prepared this dish and it’s already one of my favorite Chicken Recipes! To prepare the breading and marinade for the Chicken I’ll need; 1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs, 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon dried minced onion flakes (optional), 1/2 cup buttermilk, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 2 teaspoons honey, 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, 1/4 teaspoon dried ground sage, and 6 chicken thighs, skinless and boneless. I first preheated the oven to 425 degrees F. I then combined the bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese; set aside. Combined the buttermilk, Dijon, honey, salt, pepper, garlic powder, rosemary, and sage. Then coated the thighs in one portion of the buttermilk mixture, then dredge in the bread crumbs; and discarded any used buttermilk or breadcrumbs that were left over. Placed the thighs on a plate so that they are not overlapping and let chill in refrigerator for 20 minutes. Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray and place in oven for 5 minutes to preheat the sheet; place thighs on the sheet and bake for 24 – 30 minutes, turning the pieces over half though the baking time. We have another keeper recipe! The Chicken Thighs had just an incredible flavor from all the ingredients and Buttermilk along with a nice crunch to them from the Bread crumbs.

To go with the delicious Chick Thighs I prepared some Al Dente Egg Fettuccine Noodles, Sauteed Baby Bella Mushrooms, Boiled Mini Carrots and Helthy Life Whole Grain Bread. To serve it I added the Mushrooms to the Pasta and served the Chicken Thighs on top of a bed of Pasta. For dessert later a Jello Sugar Free Double Chocolate Pudding.

Baked Buttermilk Mustard Chicken Thighs

Prep Time: 20 minsTotal Time: 44 minsServings: 4
Ingredients
1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon dried minced onion flakes (optional)
1/2 cup buttermilk
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons honey
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/4 teaspoon dried ground sage
4 chicken thighs, skinless and boneless

Directions
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
Combine bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, and dried minced onion; set aside.
Combine the buttermilk, Dijon, honey, salt, pepper, garlic powder, rosemary, and sage.
Divide mixture into two portions and set one portion aside.
Coat the thighs in one portion of the buttermilk mixture, then dredge in the bread crumbs; discard any used buttermilk or breadcrumbs that are left over.
Place thighs on a plate so that they are not overlapping and let chill in refrigerator for 20 minutes.
Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray and place in oven for 5 minutes to preheat the sheet; place thighs on the sheet and bake for 24 minutes, turning the pieces over after 12 minutes.
To serve, microwave the reserved, unused buttermilk mixture on high for about 20-30 seconds or until warmed through, and drizzle as a sauce over the chicken.
Calories 265.6 Calories from Fat 14454%Total Fat 16.0 g24%Saturated Fat 4.7 g23%Cholesterol 82.3 mg27%Sodium 567.4 mg23%Total Carbohydrate 10.1 g

http://www.food.com/recipe/baked-buttermilk-mustard-chicken-thighs-32422

Pork Loin Boneless Roast w/ Green Beans and Bacon and Ranch Red Potatoes

May 25, 2013 at 5:24 PM | Posted in greenbeans, Idahoan Potato Products, pork roast | 2 Comments
Tags: bacon, Saturated fat, Kroger, Dietary fiber, Green Bean, Barbecue sauce, Pork loin, Pork Loin Boneless Roast

Today’s Menu: Pork Loin Boneless Roast w/ Green Beans and Bacon and Ranch Red Potatoes

Well this is the coolest Memorial day weekend that I can remember in quite sometime. It was in the low 40′s this morning with high of in the low 60′s but with a real cool breeze, but mostly sunny! Started the Holiday off with a delicious dinner, a Seasoned Rubbed Pork Loin Boneless Roast w/ Green Beans and Bacon and Ranch Red Potatoes.

I purchased another of the Pork Loin Boneless Roast with a JB’s Fat Boy Premium Rub already on it from Kroger yesterday. The last one was incredible!! To prepare it I laid the Roast out for about 20 minutes to get it to room temperature. I then opened the Roast up and applied about 3/4 cup of JB’s fat Boy BBQ Sauce to it, rubbed it in real good, and rolled it back up. I placed the roast in a shallow pan and roast in a 350 degrees F. oven for 1 hour (about 20 minutes per pound), until internal temperature on a thermometer reads 145 degrees F. Removed it from oven; let rest about 10 minutes before slicing to served. It will serve about 6-7, with leftovers! The Roast came out moist and delicious, the JB’s Fat Boy Rub along with the Sauce gave it a fantastic flavor. The juice and drippings from the Roast were incredible! I also had a side of the JB’s Fat Boy Haugwaush Sauce on the side for dipping but used very little because I kept readding the juices and drippings to the Roast and it needed no other flavor or seasoning.

I made a couple of sides to go with the Pork Roast, Idahoan Steakhouse Bacon and Ranch Red Potatoes and Cut Green Beans. I prepared the new one from Idahoan; Idahoan Steakhouse Bacon and Ranch Red Potatoes. I really love using these Idahoan Products, they’re all delicious and so easy to prepare and this new one is no different. Great seasoning and taste and love the added Bacon and Ranch to it. Another great option from Idahoan. the Green Beans were Del Monte Cut Green Beans. I also baked a loaf of La Brea Artisan Multi Grain Loaf Bread. For dessert my favorite treat, Jif Reduced Fat Creamy Peanut Butter! I had Peanut Butter on Ritz Whole Grain Crackers.

Idahoan Steakhouse Bacon and Ranch Red Potatoes

Idahoan Steakhouse Bacon & Ranch Red Potatoes start with world-famous Idaho® red potatoes in a premium ranch sauce, then finish with a real bacon topping! These Steakhouse Bacon & Ranch Red Potatoes will add premium restaurant quality flavor to any meal. Gotta love real bacon!

Oven Directions
In 1 1/2 qt casserole dish, combine potatoes, contents of sauce pouch, 2 Tbsp butter, and 2 cups boiling water.
Add 1/2 cup milk and stir to combine.
Bake uncovered at 450°F for 25 minutes.
Sprinkle crunchy onion topping on top of potatoes. Let stand 5 minutes, then serve.

Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving Packaged Prepared
Calories 110 160
Calories from fat 15 60
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1.5g* 2% 11%
Saturated Fat 1g 5% 23%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 5mg 2% 7%
Sodium 600mg 25% 28%
Total Carbohydrates 20g 7% 7%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4% 4%
Sugars 2g
Protein 3g

http://idahoan.com/

LaBrea Bakery Take and Bake Artisan Multi Grain Loaf
Satisfying, hearty and wholesome. The sweet and nutty flavor combination delivers a perfect taste.
Ingredients
UNBLEACHED ENRICHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, MALTED BARLEY FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), WATER, WHOLE WHEAT FLOUR, SOUR CULTURE, FLAX SEEDS, SUNFLOWER SEEDS, MILLET, RYE FLOUR, SALT, YEAST, SUGAR, WHEAT BRAN, CANOLA OIL, WHEAT GLUTEN, WHEAT FLOUR, CULTURED WHEAT FLOUR, GUAR GUM, GUM ARABIC, WHITE DEGERMINATED CORN MEAL, CARAMEL COLOR WITH SULFITES.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 slice (57g/2oz)
Servings Per Container: 6
Amount Per Serving
Calories 160 Calories from Fat 25
% Daily Value
Total Fat 2.5g 4%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 320mg 13%
Total Carbohydrate 29g 10%
Dietary Fiber 3g 11%
Sugars 1g
Protein 6g

http://www.labreabakery.com/our-breads-foods/take-bake/multi-grain-loaf/

Pork Loin Boneless Roast w/ Green Beans and Mashed Potatoes

May 16, 2013 at 5:33 PM | Posted in Bob Evan's, greenbeans, pot roast | 2 Comments
Tags: Bob Evans Mashed, cook, Ice cream, Kroger, Mashed potato, Mashed Potatoes, Pork, Pork loin

Today’s Menu: Pork Loin Boneless Roast w/ Green Beans and Mashed Potatoes

Sort of a long day, I had some routine blood work done a couple of days ago while at a checkup with my new family doctor and I was told today that the blood work came back showing an elevated Liver count. Which is more than likely being caused by the Cholesterol Meds I’m taking. But when I hear of something off or not normal it always brings back some real bad memories. Staying positive, go back to the Doc on Wednesday. Then on top of that I got a letter stating that my Anthem Medicare Supplement insurance was going up $12.02 a month. Plus because I’m not 65 no other options are available so I’m at their mercy, pay it or don’t have any. I’ve had better days! on a more positive note, for dinner I prepared a Pork Loin Boneless Roast w/ Green Beans and Mashed Potatoes.

I purchased the Roast from Kroger yesterday, a Pork Loin Boneless Roast with a JB’s Fat Boy Premium Rub already on it. To prepare it I laid the Roast out for about 20 minutes to get it to room temperature. I placed the roast in a shallow pan and roast in a 350 degrees F. oven for 1 hour (about 20 minutes per pound), until internal temperature on a thermometer reads 145 degrees F. Removed it from oven; let rest about 10 minutes before slicing to served. It will serve about 6-7, with leftovers! The Roast came out moist and delicious, the JB’s Fat Boy Rub gave it a great flavor. The juice and drippings from the Roast were incredible! I also had a side of the JB’s Fat Boy Haugwaush Sauce on the side for dipping but used very little because I kept readding the juices and drippings to the Roast and it needed no other flavor or seasoning.

I made a couple of sides to go with the Pork Roast, Mashed Potatoes, Brown Mushroom Gravy, and Cut Green Beans. The Mashed Potatoes were my favorite, Bob Evans Mashed Potatoes. The Gravy was Heinz Brown Mushroom Gravy and the Beans were Del Monte Less Sodium Cut Green Beans. A hearty and delicious dinner to end sort of a bad day. For dessert later a Skinny Cow Ice Cream Fudge Bar.

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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 Sea Salt, scallops, rice, seafood, Idahoan Potato Products | 2 Comments
Tags: Sea salt, Butter, Olive oil, Kroger, Tablespoon, Parmigiano-Reggiano, Uncle Ben's Rice, Potato, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Gratin, Idahoan Foods, Zatarain, Bay Scallops, Searing

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

http://idahoan.com/products/steakhouse-parmesan-herb/

Baked Buttermilk Mustard Chicken Thighs w/ Egg Noodle Fettuccine, Sauteed Mushrooms,…

May 9, 2013 at 5:32 PM | Posted in baking, chicken, mushrooms, noodle | 2 Comments
Tags: Bread, Bread Crumbs, Chicken Thighs, Dijon, Dinner, Egg Noodles, Kroger, Mustard, Parmigiano-Reggiano, Pasta, Saturated fat, WHEAT GLUTEN

Today’s Menu: Baked Buttermilk Mustard Chicken Thighs w/ Egg Noodle Fettuccine, Sauteed Mushrooms, and Baked Multi Grain Loaf Bread.

Well it looks as though my Dad will be coming home Saturday, barring no setbacks, from the rehab center. It will be nice to have home again! Really had no idea on what to have for dinner. I went to Kroger to pick up some Milk and Bread and came back with everything to make dinner tonight. Kroger had Chicken Thighs on sale and I knew I had found dinner! I had never tried any recipes with Chicken Thighs but I keep hearing on the cooking shows on TV on how good they are I thought I would give them a chance. For dinner I prepared Baked Buttermilk Mustard Chicken Thighs w/ Egg Noodle Fettuccine, Sauteed Mushrooms, and Baked Multi Grain Loaf Bread.

I found the Baked Buttermilk Mustard Chicken Thighs on-line at http://www.food.com/. Very good website stocked full of all kinds of recipes. To prepare the marinade for the Chicken I’ll need; 1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs, 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon dried minced onion flakes (optional), 1/2 cup buttermilk, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 2 teaspoons honey, 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, 1/4 teaspoon dried ground sage, and 6 chicken thighs, skinless and boneless. I first preheated the oven to 425 degrees F. I then combined the bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese; set aside. Combined the buttermilk, Dijon, honey, salt, pepper, garlic powder, rosemary, and sage. Then coated the thighs in one portion of the buttermilk mixture, then dredge in the bread crumbs; and discarded any used buttermilk or breadcrumbs that were left over. Placed the thighs on a plate so that they are not overlapping and let chill in refrigerator for 20 minutes. Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray and place in oven for 5 minutes to preheat the sheet; place thighs on the sheet and bake for 24 – 30 minutes, turning the pieces over half though the baking time. We have another keeper recipe! The Chicken Thighs had just an incredible flavor from all the ingredients and Buttermilk along with a nice crunch to them from the Bread crumbs.

To go with the delicious Chick Thighs I prepared some Al Dente Egg Fettuccine Noodles, Sauteed Baby Bella Mushrooms, and baked a loaf of the La Brea Bakery Take and Bake Artisan Multi Grain Loaf. Everything together made one fantastic dinner! To serve it I added the Mushrooms to the Pasta and served the Chicken Thighs on top of a bed of Pasta. For dessert later a Banana! Not a Banana Split or Bananas Foster, a Banana. They had them on sale at Kroger!

Baked Buttermilk Mustard Chicken Thighs

http://www.food.com/recipe/baked-buttermilk-mustard-chicken-thighs-32422

http://www.labreabakery.com/our-breads-foods/take-bake/multi-grain-loaf/

Al Dente Egg Fettuccine Noodles
Perfect for any occasion, any recipe, whether it is chicken soup, fettuccine alfredo or simply pasta with fresh tomatoes, olive oil and Parmesan cheese. Parents from all over the country write to us saying that even their kids can tell the difference between Al Dente Egg Fettuccine and others. That makes us feel so good!

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Baked Buffalo Chicken Breast Sandwich w/ Baked Potato

May 5, 2013 at 5:25 PM | Posted in Aunt Millie's, baking, chicken, potatoes | Leave a comment
Tags: Aunt Millie’s Light Whole Grain Bun, Baked Potato, Casserole, Chicken, Kroger, Kroger Wing Sauce, Provolone, Skinless, Sour cream

Today’s Menu: Baked Buffalo Chicken Breast Sandwich w/ Baked Potato

It’s been a cloudy and rainy day today but at least it’s warm out! For dinner I prepared one of my favorite Chicken dishes; Baked Buffalo Chicken Breast Sandwich w/ Baked Potato. I love finishing the Chicken off in the oven and the flavor and heat of the Kroger Wing Sauce along with the Litehouse Light Bleu Cheese Dressing. If you want about 5 minutes before your Chicken is done you can add a slice of Swiss or Provolone Cheese to it and let it melt over the Chicken Breast.

To prepare my Chicken I needed 3 (4 ounce) Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts, 6 Tablespoons favorite Wing Sauce (I used Kroger Wing Sauce), and 1/2 Cup Litehouse Lite Bleu Cheese Dressing/Dip, and Aunt Millie’s Light Whole Grain Buns . To start I Preheated the oven to 400°F. Then Sprayed large non-stick skillet and 8×8″ baking dish with Pam cooking spray. Added the chicken to skillet & cooked 4-5 minutes each side until browned. Placed the chicken in dish and poured Wing Sauce over chicken and baked (uncovered) 20 minutes. I served it on an Aunt Millie’s Light Whole Grain Bun and topped it with some Litehouse Light Bleu Cheese Dressing. I made 3 Chicken Breasts 2 for dinner for myself and Mom and 1 for lunch tomorrow.

To go with the Baked Buffalo Chicken Breasts I had a Baked Potato seasoned with Sea Salt and Ground Black Pepper and topped with I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter and a dab of Daisy Reduced Fat Sour Cream. For dessert/snack later some slices of Kraft 2% Sharp Cheddar along with Ritz Whole Grain Crackers.

Baked Buffalo Chicken Breasts

Ingredients
3 (4 ounce) Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
Sea Salt and Black Pepper, to taste
4 Tablespoons favorite Wing Sauce (I used Kroger Wing Sauce)
Swiss or provolone Cheese (Optional)
1/2 Cup Lighthouse Lite Bleu Cheese Dressing/Dip
Aunt Millie’s Light Whole Grain Buns
Directions
* Preheat oven to 400°F.
* Spray large non-stick skillet and 8×8″ baking dish with cooking spray.
*Season Chicken and add chicken to skillet & cook 4-5 minutes each side until browned. Place chicken in dish and…
* Pour Wing Sauce over chicken and bake (uncovered) 25 minutes.
* If you add a slice of Swiss or Provolone Cheese, top the Chicken with a slice about 5 minutes before the Chicken is done.
* Serve with Bleu Cheese Dressing and Serve on Aunt Millie’s Light Whole Grain Bun.

Grilled Buffalo Terres Major Filet w/ Teriyaki Marinated Mushrooms, Mashed Potatoes,…

May 4, 2013 at 5:49 PM | Posted in bison, Bob Evan's, Wild Idea Buffalo | Leave a comment
Tags: Beef, Bison, Buffalo, Grill, Kroger, Marination, McCormick Grinder Sea Salt, Teriyaki, Wild Idea Buffalo

Today’s Menu: Grilled Buffalo Terres Major Filet w/ Teriyaki Marinated Mushrooms, Mashed Potatoes, Sugar Snap Peas, and Baked Garlic Knot Rolls

Spent the afternoon at the rehab center visiting my Dad. He goes in for a minor surgery Tuesday morning and then hopefully about another week in rehab and he’ll be home again. For dinner today I had a Grilled Buffalo Terres Major Filet w/ Teriyaki Marinated Mushrooms, Mashed Potatoes, Sugar Snap Peas, and Baked Garlic Knot Rolls.

I had ordered some Wild Idea Ground Buffalo, Buffalo top Sirloin Steaks, and a couple Buffalo 8 oz. Terres Major Filets. I had never tried the Terres Major cut but was told it was one of the most tender cuts of meat. I had wanting to try it but it was always sold out on Wild Idea Buffalo web site up until last week when I placed my order, and I see now it’s sold out again! That’s got to be a good sign for some good Buffalo Steak. I seasoned it with McCormick Grinder Sea Salt and Black Peppercorn and I then fired up the outdoor grill and grilled it. It wasn’t a real thick cut so I had to a close eye on it, so not to let it burn. Buffalo or Bison cooks very quickly because it’s so lean. I grilled it about 3 1/2 minutes per side and then let it sit for 5 minutes before slicing it. It came out a perfect juicy medium rare. I now know why it’s always sold out! As all the Wild Idea Buffalo cuts it had an incredible flavor, a wild and almost sweet flavor. Tender, so tender that it almost shredded when I sliced it! Sorry Beef you’re not a close second to Buffalo!

To go with that juicy steak I had purchased some Teriyaki Marinated Mushrooms from Kroger Deli yesterday. Also I made a side of the Bob Evans Mashed Potatoes, heated up some Walmart Marketside Sugar Snap Peas, and baked a couple of rolls of Walmart Bakery Savory Garlic Knot Rolls. For dessert/snack later tonight a 100 Calorie Mini Bag of Jolly Time Pop Corn.

Wild Idea Buffalo Terres Major Filet
The second most tender cut on the animal. This treasured cut is found in the chuck shoulder.