Delicious, crunchy coconut chicken strips dipped in apricot almond ambrosia dip! For the Coconut Chicken: 2-3 lb chicken breasts, thawed, cut into strips 1 and 1/2 cups plain, dry bread crumbs or panko 1 and 1/2 cups flaked coconut 3 Tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese 2 teaspoons onion powder 1 egg, beaten For the dip: In…
Six Senses Saturday
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~Tasting~ Maple Bacon doughnuts from Red Wing’s Hanisch Bakery mmmmmm…. photograph by Melissa Placzek ~Hearing~ Mindy Gledhill’s sweet voice over the iPod dock… This music is just my cup of tea. Take a listen for yourself… Anchor Hourglass All About Your Heart ~Smelling~ French press brewing… ~Seeing~ These beautiful, inspiring books by Amanda Blake Soule-…
Candied Broccoli Salad
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photograph by Melissa Placzek ~Candied Broccoli Salad~ Fry 1 lb honey-maple bacon until crisp. Blot with paper towels. Chop up bacon and set aside. In a big bowl, combine: 1 big bunch broccoli, chopped 1 cup sunflower seeds 1 heaping cup raisins 1/2 small onion, chopped fine 1 cup mayonnaise (lite, if you wish) 1/2…
Day Zero Update
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photograph by Melissa Placzek “Though pleased to see the dolphins play, I mind my compass and my way.” ~Matthew Green I’ve been checking things off of my Day Zero list! Some of you are paying attention to my progress, and some of you have made lists of your own! Isn’t this an exciting adventure? If…
Cooking With Wine~A Recipe Collection
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“A meal without wine is like a day without sunshine.” ~ Anthelme Brillat-Savarin photograph by Melissa Placzek I’ve enjoyed cooking with wine pretty much since I started cooking. A splash or red wine in spaghetti sauce elevates the flavor from merely “good” to “fantastic.” Cooking with wine adds depth to your dishes. I was going…