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One of America’s Favorites – Roast Beef Sandwich

October 3, 2022 at 6:02 AM | Posted in One of America's Favorites | Leave a comment
Tags: baking, Beef, Cheese, Cooking, Food, French Dips, Grilling, Horseradish Sauce, Mustard, One of America's Favorites, recipes, Roast Beef Sandwich, Roasts, Sandwiches, Wecks

A roast beef submarine sandwich

The roast beef sandwich is a sandwich that is made out of sliced roast beef or sometimes beef loaf. It is sold at many diners in the United States, as well as fast food chains, such as Arby’s and Roy Rogers Restaurants. This style of sandwich often comes on a hamburger bun and may be topped with barbecue sauce and/or melted American cheese. The roast beef sandwich also commonly comprises bread, cold roast beef (either the leftovers from a homemade dinner or deli meat), lettuce, tomatoes, and mustard, although it would not be uncommon to find cheese, horseradish, fresh/powdered chili pepper and even in some cases red onion. Roast beef sandwiches may be served cold or hot, and are sometimes served open faced.

Some trace the origins of the modern (American-style) roast beef sandwich as far back as 1877, with the then little known “beefsteak toast” recipe: cold beef, bread and gravy dish. In 1900, the dish was described by The Washington Post as “unattractive” and as “a tired ark in a gravy flood”. The dish gained popularity in the coming years and by 1931, some critics even went as far as to describe it as “a true taste of South Dakota”

Roast beef sandwiches have been a specialty of the Boston area, in particular in the North Shore of Massachusetts, since the early 1950s, typically served very rare, thinly sliced (sometimes referred to as shaved) and piled on an onion roll. Restaurants specializing it include Londi’s in Peabody, King’s of Salem, Hot Box of Somerville, Mike’s of Everett, Nick’s of Beverly, Harrison’s of North Andover, Land & Sea of Peabody, and Bill and Bob’s of Peabody, Salem and Woburn. In Brooklyn a small handful of establishments, beginning with Brennan & Carr in 1938, have served a variant of the sandwich, and two more directly Boston-derived roast beef restaurants opened in the early 2010s.

A modern variety of roast beef sandwich has become a staple in Eastern Massachusetts. Their most popular toppings are mayonnaise, James River BBQ sauce, and cheese (white American cheese on the bottom) individually or in some combination of the three, all together being called a “3-Way”. A horseradish cream sauce can also be added for extra tang/zest. Kelly’s Roast Beef restaurant of Revere, Massachusetts, claims to have invented the sandwich in 1951.

A traditional beef on weck sandwich

Beef on weck
The beef on weck is a sandwich found primarily in Western New York. It is made with roast beef on a kummelweck roll topped with salt and caraway seeds. The meat on the sandwich is traditionally served rare, thin cut, with the top bun getting a dip au jus and topped with horseradish.

Chivito sandwich
The chivito sandwich is a national dish in Uruguay, and consists primarily of a thin slice of filet mignon (churrasco beef), with mozzarella, tomatoes, mayonnaise, black or green olives, and commonly also bacon, fried or hard-boiled eggs and ham. It is served in a bun, often with a side of French fries. Other ingredients might be added into the sandwich such as red beets, peas, grilled or pan-fried red peppers, and slices of cucumber.

Corned beef sandwich
The corned beef sandwich is a sandwich prepared with corned beef. The salt beef style corned beef sandwiches are traditionally served with mustard and a pickle. In the United Kingdom, pickle is a common addition to a corned beef sandwich.

A French dip sandwich

The French dip sandwich is a hot sandwich consisting of thinly sliced roast beef (or, sometimes, other meats) on a “French roll” or baguette. It is usually served au jus, that is, with beef juice from the cooking process. Beef broth or beef consommé is sometimes substituted. Despite the name, this American specialty is almost completely unknown in France, the name seeming to refer to the style of bread rather than an alleged French origin.

Pastrami on rye
The pastrami on rye is a classic sandwich made famous in the Jewish kosher delicatessens of New York City. First created in 1888 by Sussman Volk, who served it at his deli on Delancey Street in New York City. It became a favorite at other delis, served on rye bread and topped with spicy brown mustard. Delis in New York City, like Katz’s Delicatessen, have become known for their Pastrami on rye sandwiches.

“Meatless Monday” Recipe of the Week – Hearty Apple-Cranberry Oatmeal

October 3, 2022 at 6:01 AM | Posted in Diabetes Self Management, Meatless Monday | Leave a comment
Tags: Apple, Artificial Sweetener, Breakfast, Cinnamon, Cooking, Diabetes Self Management, Food, Hearty Apple-Cranberry Oatmeal, Meatless Monday" Recipe of the Week, Quick Oats, recipes, Skim Milk, Sweetened Dried Cranberries, Unsweetened Apple Juice, Vegetarian

This week’s “Meatless Monday” Recipe of the Week is a Hearty Apple-Cranberry Oatmeal. What a great way to start your day! To make this recipe you’ll be needing Skim Milk, Unsweetened Apple Juice, Quick Oats, Sweetened Dried Cranberries, Apple, Cinnamon, and Artificial Sweetener. There’s 199 calories and 24 net carbs.

The recipe is from the Diabetes Self Management website where you can find a huge selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes, Diabetes News, Diabetes Management Tips, and more! You can also subscribe to the Diabetes Self Management Magazine. Each issue is packed with Diabetes News and Diabetic Friendly Recipes. I’ve left a link to subscribe at the end of the post. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2022! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/

Hearty Apple-Cranberry Oatmeal
Make the most of the most important meal of the day. If you’re looking for some breakfast inspiration, you’ll want to try this recipe — it’s a warming, stick-to-your-ribs way to kick off a crisp fall day!

Ingredients
Preparation time: 10 minutes

1/2 cup skim milk
1/2 cup unsweetened apple juice
1/2 cup quick oats (not instant oats)
2 tablespoons sweetened dried cranberries
1/2 small apple, peeled and chopped
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
Artificial sweetener

Directions
Yield: 1 1/4 cup
Serving size: 1/2 cup

1 – In a saucepan, combine milk, apple juice, oats, cranberries, chopped apple, and cinnamon. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cover pan and reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer for 2–3 minutes or until oatmeal is desired consistency, stirring often. Stir in artificial sweetener to taste.

Nutrition Information:
Calories: 133 calories, Carbohydrates: 27 g, Protein: 4 g, Fat: 1 g, Saturated Fat: <1 g, Sodium: 28 mg, Fiber: 3 g
https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/snack/hearty-apple-cranberry-oatmeal/

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Kitchen Hint of the Day!

October 3, 2022 at 6:00 AM | Posted in Kitchen Hints | Leave a comment
Tags: Food, Cooking, Olive oil, Pasta, Grilling, Roasting, Kitchen Hints, Salads, recipes, Sauces, cakes, Oils, Cooking Tips, baking

Love that Olive Oil…..

Adding even just a little of olive oil can really bring out the flavors of a dish. Obviously, it’s easy to go overboard on this. I’ve found that a little dab will do, but I do love the flavors it adds. I’ve used olive oil on Hummus, Pastas, and even cakes!

Diabetic Side Dish of the Week – Squash and Corn

October 2, 2022 at 6:02 AM | Posted in diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Side Dish of the Week | Leave a comment
Tags: bacon, Cooking, Corn Oil, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Side Dish of the Week, Food, Frozen Corn, Onion, recipes, Roasted Green Chilies, Side Dishes, Squash and Corn, Zucchini

This Week’s Diabetic Side Dish of the Week is Squash and Corn. To make this week’s Dish you’ll be needing Zucchini, Green Chilies, Corn Oil, Onion, Bacon Bits, Frozen Corn, Water, and Salt. There’s 65 calories and 9 net carbs per serving. The recipe is from the Diabetes Self Management website where you can find a huge selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes, Diabetes News, Diabetes Management Tips, and more! You can also subscribe to the Diabetes Self Management Magazine. Each issue is packed with Diabetes News and Diabetic Friendly Recipes. I’ve left a link to subscribe at the end of the post. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2022! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/

Squash and Corn
Packed with zucchini, fresh corn, and a kick from sliced chilies, this side adds a burst of flavor for any meal. Perfect for pairing with pork, chicken, or seafood.

Ingredients
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 20–25 minutes.

1 pound zucchini, sliced lengthwise
3 roasted green chilies, peeled and seeded (banana peppers were used in testing; alternatively, half a 4 1/2-ounce can of roasted, diced chilies can be used)
Cooking spray
1 teaspoon corn oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon real bacon bits
2 cups frozen corn, thawed (fresh corn cut from the cob can also be used)
1/4 cup water
1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions
Yield: 4 cups
Serving size: 1/2 cup

1 – Dice zucchini into 1/2-inch pieces. Thinly slice chilies. Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray, add oil, and warm over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook, stirring frequently, until translucent, about 3–4 minutes. Add bacon bits and corn and cook 2–3 minutes more, stirring frequently. Add water, squash, chilies, and salt; stir to mix. Cover pan, reduce heat to medium, and simmer 10–15 minutes, or until corn and zucchini are tender; stir occasionally.

Nutrition Information:
Calories: 65 calories, Carbohydrates: 11 g, Protein: 3 g, Fat: 1 g, Saturated Fat: <1 g, Cholesterol: <1 mg, Sodium: 91 mg, Fiber: 2 g
https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/sides/squash-and-corn/

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Healthy Fall Crockpot and Slow Cooker Recipes

October 2, 2022 at 6:01 AM | Posted in Eating Well | Leave a comment
Tags: baking, Beef, Chicken, Chili, Cooking, EatingWell, Food, Grilling, Healthy Fall Crockpot and Slow Cooker Recipes, Noodles, Pork, recipes, Roasting, Soups, Spices, Stew, Vegetables

From the EatingWell Website it’s Healthy Fall Crockpot and Slow Cooker Recipes. Find some Delicious and Healthy Fall Crockpot and Slow Cooker Recipes with recipes including Hungarian Beef Goulash, Slow-Cooker Stout and Chicken Stew, and Winter Minestrone. Find these recipes and more all at the EatingWell website. So find these recipes and more all at the EatingWell website. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2022! http://www.eatingwell.com/

Healthy Fall Crockpot and Slow Cooker Recipes
Find healthy, delicious fall crockpot and slow-cooker recipes, from the food and nutrition experts at EatingWell.

Hungarian Beef Goulash
This streamlined goulash skips the step of browning the beef, and instead coats it in a spice crust to give it a rich mahogany hue. This saucy dish is a natural served over whole-wheat egg noodles. Or, for something different, try prepared potato gnocchi or spaetzle……

Slow-Cooker Stout and Chicken Stew
Chicken thighs can take plenty of cooking without getting tough or drying out, which makes them perfect for the slow cooker. Here we braise them in Guinness stout along with hearty vegetables, with just the right amount of bacon for added savoriness……

Winter Minestrone
This version of the Italian classic vegetable and bean soup is made in the slow cooker and mixes in flavorful sausage and squash. Use any variety of winter squash……

* Click the link below to get all the Healthy Fall Crockpot and Slow Cooker Recipes
https://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/19823/seasonal/fall/crockpot-slow-cooker/

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

October 2, 2022 at 6:00 AM | Posted in Kitchen Hints | Leave a comment
Tags: baking, Breakfast, Cooking, Cooking Tips, Eggs, Food, Grilling, Kitchen Hints, recipes, Sunny Side Up Egg

I’ll take mine Sunny Side Up…..

Make an ideal sunny-side egg by covering your pan with a lid and letting the steam cook your egg. No flipping required. Had one this morning!

Fried Oysters w/ Roasted Cauliflower and Summer Crisp Corn

October 1, 2022 at 7:17 PM | Posted in Hilton's Fresh Farm Raised Pacific Willapoint Oysters | Leave a comment
Tags: Cauliflower Florets, Cooking, Del Monte Summer Crisp White Shoepeg Corn Kernels, Dinner, Food, Fried Oysters, Hilton's Fresh Farm Raised Pacific Willapoint Oysters, recipes, Roasting

Today’s Menu: Fried Oysters w/ Roasted Cauliflower and Summer Crisp Corn

For Breakfast this morning I toasted a Aunt Millie’s Living Carb Smart English Muffin that I topped with Smucker’s Sugar Free Blackberry Jam. I also had a cup of Bigelow Decaf Green Tea. Well it’s been a while since I’ve made a Dinner Post. But now I’m fully recovered from the fall I took. It took a while but I’m 100% again. I never want to go through that again! It’s a beautiful Fall day outside, we’ve had about beautiful Fall Days in a row! Sunny and 68 degrees out. Did some raking leaves and took care of remaining Pepper Plants. For Dinner tonight I prepared Fried Oysters w/ Roasted Cauliflower and Summer Crisp Corn.

I had this trio of Oysters, Cauliflower, and Corn a while back, it was so good that I’m having it again! As usual I used Hilton’s Fresh Farm Raised Pacific Willapoint Oysters, my favorite. To prepare them; Place shucked oysters in a colander, rinse in cold water and drain. Dredge drained Oysters in the Flour, then Egg Beater’s, and then in Panko Crumbs seasoned with Sea Salt and Pepper (coating each oyster thoroughly). Set aside to dry for at least 1/2 hour. An easy way to coat the oysters with the Panko Crumbs is to place the Crumbs in a resealable plastic bag, add egg-dipped oysters, seal bag, and then shake.

Next, heat I heat some Cooking Olive Oil in a skillet. Then fry the Oysters until golden brown on one side, then turn over each Oyster carefully to brown the other side, approximately 1 to 2 minutes on each side. Fry oyster until golden brown and edges are curled. Do not overcook or overcrowd in the frying pan. Remove from the frying pan and serve immediately. Serve with Cocktail Sauce and/or your favorite hot sauce. I served mine with a side of my favorite hot sauce Frank’s Hot Sauce. These are so delicious, golden brown and with an incredible fresh flavor.

I roasted a bag of Cauliflower Florets. One of our favorite sides! To prepare it I’ll need a baking pan. I ‘ll be roasting it at 425 degrees until knife tender. To season it I’ll need Cooking Olive Oil, Salt and Ground Pepper. I first washed off the Cauliflower. Next I sliced the bigger florets in half, they bake better when they aren’t so big. I baked them at 425 degrees. I checked them a few times until I could stick a paring knife through them. And they did come out so tender and delicious! I served them with some Hidden Valley Buffalo Ranch Dressing.

Then for another side I opened a can of Del Monte Summer Crisp White Shoepeg Corn. It comes in a can, just heat it up in a small saucepan and serve. It’s tough finding this, Meijer finally had some on the shelf. Enjoyed this Dinner! For Dessert/Snack later a 100 Calorie Mini Bag of Snyder Pretzels with a diet Peach Snapple to drink. Take Care and Stay Safe Everyone!

Pan-Fried Oysters Recipe:
Ingredients:

12 large-medium Oysters, shucked
1 tablespoon Flour
1 Eggs, beaten or 1/4 cup egg Beater’s
1 cup Shake and Bake Seasoned Panko Bread Crumbs
Sea Salt and Pepper, to taste
2 to 3 tablespoons Extra Light Olive Oil
Lemon Wedges, optional
Hot sauce, optional
Seafood Cocktail Sauce, optional

Preparation:

Place shucked oysters in a colander to drain.

1 – Dip drained oysters in flour, then beaten eggs, shake off excess, and in panko crumbs seasoned with salt and pepper (coating each oyster thoroughly). Set aside to dry at least 1/2 hour. NOTE: An easy way to coat the oysters with the panko crumbs is to place the crumbs in a resealable plastic bag, add egg-dipped oysters, seal bag, and then shake.

2 – Heat canola oil in a frying pan (I like to use my cast-iron frying pan) to 370 degrees F. or until quite hot.

3 – Fry oysters until golden brown on one side, then turn over each oysters carefully to brown the other side, approximately 1 to 2 minutes on each side Fry oyster until golden brown and edges are curled. Do not overcook or overcrowd in frying pan. Remove from frying pan and serve immediately.

Serve with Lemons Wedges, Tartar Sauce, Cocktail Sauce and/or your favorite hot sauce.

Makes 2 servings.

NUTRITIONAL BENEFITS OF OYSTERS
Oysters are naturally high in many essential vitamins and minerals including protein, iron, omega 3 fatty acids, calcium, zinc, and vitamin C.

Hilton’s Fresh Farm Raised Pacific Willapoint Oysters

Product Details
Hilton’s oysters are plump, juicy and full of flavor making them superb for cooking purposes in stews, pan fried, casseroles and turkey stuffing during the Holidays plus many more recipes.

Features
* Available year around
* Low in fat, calories and cholesterol
* Fast and easy to prepare
* High in protein, iron, omega 3 fatty acids, zinc and vitamin C
* All natural
* Product of USA
Ingredients
Pacific Small Willapoint Oysters

Appetizer of the Week – Saucy Pizza Pockets

October 1, 2022 at 6:02 AM | Posted in Appetizer of the Week, Appetizers, CooksRecipes | Leave a comment
Tags: Appetizer of the Week, Appetizers, baking, Cooking, CooksRecipes, Food, Garlic Salt, Ground Pork, Pepperoni Slices, Pizza Sauce, recipes, Refrigerated Tube Biscuits, Saucy Pizza Pockets, Shredded Mozzarella Cheese

This week’s Appetizer of the Week is Saucy Pizza Pockets. To make this Appetizer you’ll be needing Ground Pork, Garlic Salt, Pizza Sauce, Refrigerated Tube Biscuits, Shredded Mozzarella Cheese, and Pepperoni Slices. The recipe is from the CooksRecipes website. At the Cooks site you’ll find a huge selection of recipes to please all Tastes, Diets, or Cuisines so be sure to check it out today for any of your recipe needs! Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2022! https://www.cooksrecipes.com/index.html

Saucy Pizza Pockets
These tasty pizza pockets are easy and fun for kids to prepare using refrigerated biscuits. They make great party food, too!

Recipe Ingredients:
1/3 pound ground pork
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
3/4 cup pizza sauce
2 (7.5-ounce) packages refrigerated tube biscuits
2/3 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Slices of pepperoni or Canadian-style bacon

Cooking Directions:
1 – Preheat oven to 425°C (220°C).
2 – Place ground pork and garlic salt in large skillet over medium-high heat; cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pork is no longer pink. Stir in pizza sauce and cook, stirring, until heated through.
3 – Spray two large baking sheets with nonstick cooking spray.
4 – Arrange biscuits on baking sheets, leaving space between each.
5 – Flatten biscuits with hands.
6 – Spoon 1 tablespoon of meat sauce onto center of half of the biscuits.
7 – Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon cheese, top with slice of pepperoni or Canadian-style bacon.
8 – Carefully top with remaining biscuits; seal together outside edges of the top and bottom biscuits by pressing down with the tines of a fork.
9 – Bake for 10 to 13 minutes, or until golden brown.
Makes 8 snack servings.

Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/8 of recipe): Calories 270 Protein 13 grams Fat 14 grams Sodium 860 milligrams Cholesterol 25 milligrams Saturated Fat 4 grams Carbohydrates 25 grams Fiber 0 grams.
https://www.cooksrecipes.com/gmeat/saucy_pizza_pockets_recipe.html

Healthy Fall Vegetable Recipes

October 1, 2022 at 6:01 AM | Posted in Eating Well | Leave a comment
Tags: baking, Beef, carrots, Cauliflower, Chicken, Cooking, Curry, EatingWell, Food, Grilling, Healthy Fall Vegetable Recipes, Noodles, Potatoes, recipes, Roasting, Vegetables

From the EatingWell Website it’s Healthy Fall Vegetable Recipes, Find some Delicious and Healthy Fall Vegetable Recipes with recipes including Sweet Potato and Black Bean Chili, Roasted Cauliflower and Potato Curry Soup, and Veggie and Hummus Sandwich. Find these recipes and more all at the EatingWell website. So find these recipes and more all at the EatingWell website. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2022! http://www.eatingwell.com/

Healthy Fall Vegetable Recipes
Find healthy, delicious fall vegetable recipes, from the food and nutrition experts at EatingWell.

Sweet Potato and Black Bean Chili
Make a double batch of this quick vegetarian chili, full of black beans and sweet potatoes, and eat it for lunch the next day or freeze the extras for another night. We love the smoky heat from the ground chipotle, but omit it if you prefer a mild chili. Serve with tortilla chips or cornbread and coleslaw……

Roasted Cauliflower and Potato Curry Soup
In this healthy cauliflower soup recipe, roasting the cauliflower first adds depth and prevents the florets from turning to mush. A little tomato sauce and coconut milk give the broth a rich, silky texture. Serve with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt, if desired……

Veggie and Hummus Sandwich
This mile-high vegetable and hummus sandwich makes the perfect heart-healthy vegetarian lunch to go. Mix it up with different flavors of hummus and different types of vegetables depending on your mood……

* Click the link below to get all the Healthy Fall Vegetable Recipes
https://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/19829/seasonal/fall/vegetables/